Our mission is to enrich the quality of life for our community by providing a variety of recreation activities, parks, and facilities that promote health and wellness, learning, and fun.  

In order to continue to serve our community and be recognized as a quality recreation and park district, we must:

• Establish a prudent reserve 
• Improve ADA accessibility   
• Match our programs and facilities to the needs of our diverse community 
• Distinguish HARD as a major partner with other agencies and organizations for recreation, park, and open space needs 
• Enhance our work environment 
• Evaluate and leverage emerging opportunities while maintaining our existing facilities and infrastructure 
• Update the district’s strategic plan annually 
• Actively market and promote our District 
• Achieve greater environmental sustainability (greening) 
• Renovate at least one community park