Mission

CITY OF MORRISTOWN
RECREATION DEPARTMENT MISSION STATEMENTTo promote positive recreation and leisure opportunities through facilities and programs by utilizing all existing resources

VISION STATEMENT

Morristown Parks and Recreation Department is the advocate in promoting citizens to live healthy and active lifestyles

GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

• To continue development of the recreation programs by providing those facilities identified by the citizens of Morristown and Hamblen County as needed
• To meet the national recreational standards for the service area
• To fulfill the obligations of the city government by meeting the individual and group needs of those participating in organized recreation programs
• To meet the physical and mental health of the citizens by providing recreation services and facilities accessible to all people on a year-round basis in a safe and attractive setting
• To promote and recognize that recreation represents a tremendous return on investment by the taxpayer
• To provide and operate all areas of the department in the most cost-effective manner
• To enhance the maximum use of park areas and facilities by the maximum number of people
• Strive to avoid unnecessary and costly duplication of areas, facilities, personnel programs, and services
• Strive to bring adults into the program through diversification