Overview & Mission

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Mission

Our mission is to provide a wholesome program of leisure, recreational, tourism and cultural opportunities and facilities to enhance the quality of life for Rock Hill residents and visitors.

Benefits

The National Recreation and Parks Association (NRPA) has found that parks, recreation and tourism services play a fundamental role in the life of a community:

  • By promoting health and wellness;
  • By offering programming and education activities critical to childhood development;
  • By driving economic opportunity;
  • By uniting people and strengthening communities.

Learn more about these benefits at NRPA’s website.

Organization

Our department has three divisions Parks, Recreation and Tourism.  Administrative Services provides support to all areas.  Mark Sexton is the Director of the department.

Parks Division

The Parks Division includes Sports Complexes, Glencairn Garden, Fountain Park, Trails & Greenways, Playgrounds, Park Maintenance, General   Maintenance, Special Events Support, Construction Projects, Contractual Maintenance Services and Streetscapes. 

Contact:  Jesse Holliman, Parks Division Superintendent

Recreation Division

Recreation Division encompasses Programs for Persons with Disabilities, Senior Adult Programs, Cultural Arts & Special Events, Youth Council, Youth Service League, Aquatics, Boyd Hill Recreation Center, Emmett Scott Recreation Center, Fewell Park Recreation Center, Northside Recreation Center, REC in a Box, Outdoor Athletics and Concessions, Cycling Programs, Outdoor Recreation and Environmental Education. 

Contact:  David Linder, Recreation Division Superintendent

Tourism Division

Tourism Division consists of Tourism, Sports Tournaments, and Special Events.  The Rock Hill Sports & Event Center is an enterprise that manages all aspects of the facility:  Tourism & Special Events, Concessions, Indoor Athletics, Hospitality Services and Facility Maintenance. 

Contact:  Brian Jones, Tourism Sales / Indoor & Annex Division Superintendent

Administrative Services

Administrative Services include Customer Service, Community Relations, Hospitality Services, Sponsorships, Financials, Marketing & Promotion and the Rock Hill Parks Foundation. 

Contact:  Rebekah Ardis, Executive Assistant

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