Castle Rock Parks and Recreation received national reaccreditation after a review of its facilities, programs and administration, the town announced Oct. 8. The process is conducted through the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies.
The town reported compliance with 154 standards. Reviewers examine supporting records and visit the agency after its own assessment, with the process repeated every five years. Castle Rock first earned accreditation in 2015 and renewed it in 2020.
The department’s responsibilities include 25 parks, more than 104 miles of trails and over 4,000 acres of open space, according to the announcement. Accreditation evaluates agency practices; it is distinct from approval of a particular construction contract or a guarantee about any single facility. The review comes as the department manages new open space and ongoing recreation projects.
