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The mission of the Hattiesburg Parks & Recreation Department is to "enhance the lives of all citizens by providing quality programs that promote physical fitness, social interaction, and cultural enrichment."
The City of Hattiesburg's Parks & Recreation Department manages and maintains the public parks, community centers, sports fields, cemeteries and other recreational facilities.
The department is made up of 5 divisions - Administration/Programming, Recreation/Grounds Maintenance, Cultural Affairs, Cemeteries and Urban Forestry. Each division is responsible for certain aspects of the Parks & Recreation Program with a common goal of enhancing the quality of life of its citizens by providing recreational activities, beautiful parks, user friendly facilities, attractive community centers and a safe, enjoyable environment.
