Recreation Commission

Members

  • Mitch Bregnard, Chairperson
    Term Expires: December 31, 2020
  • Linda McCabe, Clerk 
    Term Expires: December 31, 2019
  • Christine Leard 
    Term Expires: December 31, 2020
  • Michael Weber 
    Term Expires: December 31, 2021
  • Ed Westhaver 
    Term Expires: December 31, 2021

Additional Member Information

The Select Board shall appoint a Recreation Commission consisting of five members for terms of three-years such that no more than two terms shall expire in any one year.

Meetings

  • 6:00pm on Tuesdays, as posted
  • Town Hall, 3rd floor, MBC Conference Room
    6 Park Row
    Mansfield, MA 02048

Goals & Objectives

  • Maintain an acquaintance with the existing Town facilities, current uses, and conditions 
  • Preserve, protect, improve, and enhance natural resources, parkland, and recreational opportunities
  • Anticipate the needs of the changing community and structure programs and facilities accordingly
  • Serve the residents with social, recreational, active and healthy opportunities
  • Maintaining an awareness of the possibilities for the acquisition of land for active and passive recreational use 
  • Provide opportunities for family & individual participation, learning and socialization, to promote personal growth, well-being, and a sense of community
  • Continually strive to improve existing facilities while seeking opportunities for future development
  • Review and recommend facility permitting processes including establishing program fees
  • Effectively market and attend recreational programs and events