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Accreditation and AwardsParks and Recreation

Accredited Agency: 1996, 2001, 2006, 2011, 2016 and 2021 The City of Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts is accredited through the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA) and the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) based on an external review of the agency’s overall quality of operation, management and service to...

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Holyoke Beth and Kaethi Seidl, EGG, 2010Parks and Recreation

Beth Holyoke and Käthi Seidl EGG, 2010 Concrete, ceramic, glaze, glass Location: J.F. Kennedy Park, Kettering Beth Holyoke and Käthi Seidl worked with the community surrounding Kennedy Park in Kettering to design a larger-than-life egg, covered in hand-made mosaic tiles. Through a public meeting, Kennedy Park neighbors and Kettering residents planned the theme of the...

Goodacre, Glenna, The Runner, 2007Parks and Recreation

Glenna Goodacre The Runner, installed 2007 Bronze Location: Lincoln Park Civic Commons The Runner is a bronze are from Glenna Goodacre’s series entitled Park Place and is from an edition of 16. Nationally recognized, Goodacre is most well-known for her representational bronze sculptures including the Women’s Vietnam Memorial in Washington D.C. and the Sacagawea dollar...

Animal Control

The City of Kettering provides residents with supplemental services, not provided by the Montgomery County Animal Resource Center. In Kettering, the Community Service Specialist works directly through the Kettering Police Department. The Community Service Specialist can be reached at 937-296-3266. Responsibilities Handles stray animal calls Handling sick or injured wildlife Handling animal cruelty or neglect...

Cities of Service - Sunny View Acres, Irelan Estates, and Rubicon Heights

2019 - Sunny View Acres, Irelan Estates, and Rubicon Heights Thank you to the neighborhoods of Sunny View Acres, Irelan Estates, and Rubicon Heights for being our 2019 Cities of Service Neighborhood! Make a Difference Day - October 26, 2019 A block party was held on Saturday, June 8th at Irelan Park from 11:00 a.m....

Wellness Committee Members

Representatives from each City department are on the Employee Wellness Committee. The committee was formed with the following goals: Manage and promote the Employee Wellness Program. Select and award the Employee of the Month. Gather feedback from employees to determine topics for screenings and lectures. Continue to develop programming and challenges. For more information, contact your...

Where can I find information on the BMX track?Parks and Recreation

Our BMX track is located at Delco Park (1700 Delco Park Drive). The track is open to the public from dawn to dusk daily, unless it is in use for a BMX tournament. All youth must be accompanied and supervised by and adult. Proper safety equipment is strongly encouraged for all riders. To prevent damage...

Kettering "In the City" Video Series

In the City Episode 1: Government Center Episode 2: Habitat Environmental Center Episode 3: Yard Debris Center Episode 4: Fire Station 32 Episode 5: Income Tax Episode 6: Community Development Episode 7: Animal Control Episode 8: Tree Fest 2016 Episode 9: Rosewood Arts Centre Episode 10: Property Maintenance Episode 11: Cities of Service Episode 12:...

Resident Mulch & Compost Program

Each fall, we pick-up the leaves residents rake to their curbside. The collected leaves are taken to our “leaf farm” where the material is processed and made into leaf compost. In the Spring, when the leaves have formed a rich compost, it is made available to the residents of Kettering for free! Mulch & Compost...

Public WorkshopsParks and Recreation

Since fall 2017, artist Virginia Kistler has been working with children, residents and veterans to create a unique piece of artwork for Oak Park. The dedication of this artwork will be in late spring of 2018. Details will be posted on this page! Support for this project is made possible by CitySites, the Community Foundation...

Code of ConductParks and Recreation

Code of Conduct Upon entering a City of Kettering recreation facility or grounds, you are a participant of the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department and are required to abide by the rules of the department. We are here to provide quality parks, recreation and cultural arts that make Kettering home. Your cooperation and consideration...

Codified Ordinances

NOTICE The items available from this web page are not the official version(s). These on-line versions are provided only for the convenience of the public. The only official versions are available through the office of the Clerk of Council, located in the City of Kettering Government Center, 3600 Shroyer Road, Kettering, Ohio 45429. These on-line...

PRCA Job Application

The PRCA Job Application is available for download below. Completed applications can be submitted at one of our facilities, through the mail or via e-mail. Online/E-mail: Download, complete and save. Send completed application to: kettprca@ketteringoh.org Mail: Attn: Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts 3600 Shroyer Road Kettering, OH 45429 At one of our facilities: Kettering Recreation...

What jobs are available?Parks and Recreation

Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts has a wide range of job opening in different departments. Please check out the "Join our Team" page for a list of all part-time, seasonal, and full time positions.

Goodacre, Glenna, Old Man and His Dog, 2007Parks and Recreation

Glenna Goodacre Old Man and His Dog, installed 2007 Bronze Location: Lincoln Park Civic Commons Old Man and His Dog is from Glenna Goodacre’s series entitled Park Place from an edition of 16. Goodacre choose her models for her sculptures from people she knows around her hometown of Santa Fe, New Mexico. The dog in...

Gunderson, Barry, Song and Dance, 2000Parks and Recreation

Barry Gunderson Song and Dance, 2000 Aluminum, Brick Pavers and Concrete Location: Lincoln Park Civic Commons Barry Gunderson’s sculpture Song and Dance features a choreographed arrangement of four 16-foot tall figures. One hand on the ground, one high in the air, bodies arched, these figures salute all who enter the Commons area. The sculpture honors...

Volunteer - Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions How do I go about becoming a volunteer? The first step is to complete an application. Once we receive your information we will contact you. Select this link to complete an application Must I be a City of Kettering resident to volunteer for the City of Kettering? ...

Seiberts, Anno, Rock Waves, 2002Parks and Recreation

Anno Seiberts (Germany) Rock Waves, 2002 Indiana Limestone Location: Delco Park German artist Anno Seiberts’ 26,000 pound sculpture Rock Waves simulates wave formations on the face and the rear of the stone and is repeated in the ripple effects of the water at its location by the pond at Delco Park. The setting surrounding the...

Rules Regarding Shelter UseParks and Recreation

NOTE: Alcohol is prohibited for use in the parks Parks Supervisor Approval Required: If your picnic will have any of the following, you must contact the Parks Maintenance Center immediately so we can be sure our facilities can meet your needs. Business or organization picnic Fundraiser or type of special event Caterer Music, singing or...

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