The Parks and Community Services (Recreation) Department operates a variety of program and services for the residents of Benicia.  The Department also maintains and operates 211 developed park and landscaped acres, plus one 577-acre regional park, 35 city-owned buildings, 1 City-owned cemetery, 1 aquatic facility, and 1 community center.  The Department has responsibility for over 68 open space access areas and maintenance of 5 landscape and lighting districts. 

The Community Services Division is responsible for providing a wide variety of recreational programs, events, and services to a broad spectrum of individuals and community groups.  Programs range from instructional classes, youth and adult sports, after-school program, camps, preschool, facility rentals, and special events.  The Division is also responsible for the Activity Guide and the scheduling of City sports fields.

The Division’s programs and events reach individuals of all ages and walks of life.  The Division is continually pursuing ways to meet the community’s needs and improve the quality of our programs.