Prineville, Ore. — Crook County Parks and Recreation District (CCPRD) is celebrating a significant achievement after earning national accreditation through the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA).
The accreditation recognizes park and recreation agencies that meet established national standards for management, operations, planning and delivery of recreational services.
CAPRA accreditation, administered through the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), involves an extensive evaluation of an agency’s policies, procedures and practices to demonstrate compliance with national standards.
In a public statement announcing the achievement, district leadership praised CCPRD staff, its Board of Directors and volunteers for their dedication throughout the accreditation process.
“This prestigious recognition represents countless hours of hard work, dedication, collaboration, and an unwavering commitment to excellence,” the district stated.
The announcement emphasized that achieving accreditation required cooperation throughout the organization, including reviewing existing practices, evaluating operations and identifying opportunities for continued improvement.
“Achieving CAPRA accreditation is no small feat. It takes an entire team working together, paying attention to the details, evaluating our practices, and continually striving to serve our community at the highest level,” the statement continued.
The district also thanked employees, board members and volunteers for their professionalism and commitment to providing parks, recreational programs and services to Crook County residents.
“This accomplishment belongs to all of you, and I hope you take great pride in what we have achieved together,” the statement concluded.
CAPRA accreditation is considered a significant professional distinction within the parks and recreation industry. Accredited agencies are subject to periodic reaccreditation to demonstrate continued compliance with established standards.
The recognition marks an organizational milestone for CCPRD as it continues providing recreational opportunities, facilities and programs throughout the community.
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