The Department of Parks and Public Property is responsible for recreational and
cultural activities within the Township as well as for the maintenance of parks
and public buildings. The Township's park and recreational system is one of the
finest in the County and consists of 18 recreational facilities on 280 acres of
land. Recreational programs include the organization, sponsoring and operation of
all major sports programs for children from ages 6 to 18.
In addition to the municipal recreation facilities, James J. Braddock Park, owned
and operated by the County, is located within the Township and is a major landmark
for the area. The Park occupies approximately one-half of the land area east of
Kennedy Boulevard within the Township and includes such recreational facilities
as tennis courts, a track, and a lake for fishing.