Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board is an independently elected, semi-autonomous public body that governs, maintains and develops the Minneapolis park system in Minnesota. It was created in 1883 through state legislation and a vote of Minneapolis residents. City voters elect nine commissioners, with six representing park districts and three serving at large. The commissioners appoint a superintendent who directs operations and implements board policy. The agency manages parks, trails, gardens, recreation centers, golf courses and aquatic facilities, and oversees forestry, natural areas and park policing. Its headquarters is at 2117 West River Road N. in Minneapolis.