Parks and Recreation Board

The Van Meter Park Board is a group of volunteers committed to the beautification and enhancement of the community. They oversee the maintenance and improvements of the local parks. They also sponsor the Easter Egg Hunt; Garage/Plant Sale in the Spring; Halloween Fun in the park; – and many other fun activities!

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board shall consist of seven members, appointed by the Mayor with the approval of the Council, for overlapping terms of five years.  Preference for appointments shall be given to residents of the City, but the City will also allow individuals residing within the Van Meter School District to be appointed.  No more than three positions shall be occupied by individuals living outside the City of Van Meter.

The role of the Parks & Recreation Board is to provide a community view of the many facets of the operations of the Parks and Recreation Department. This group makes recommendations on a capital improvement plan, fees, programming, and more.  The Parks & Recreation Board has the power to make rules and regulations for the use of parks and other recreation facilities, subject to the rules of Council.  The Parks & Recreation Board has the authority to develop and implement certain programming & fundraising events, subject to the approval of the Parks & Recreation Director and availability of budgeted funds. The Parks & Recreation Board meets on a monthly basis.

Johnson Park is located on Division Street in the southwest corner of town. The City Park is located at 505 Grant Street adjacent to the Library. The Van Meter Rec Complex located behind Casey’s. Trindle Park is located in Van Meter but is owned & maintained by Dallas County Conservation.

Parks and Recreation Board Members:

Janice Miller
6/30/2030

Lisa Benton
6/30/2026

Rhonda Baldwin
6/30/2028

Nate Weitl
6/30/2030

Rona Jacobs
6/30/2029

Amber Bowen
6/30/2029

Brooks Newton
6/30/2030

If you are interested in applying for appointment to the Parks & Recreation Board, please complete this application.

Visit Parks & Recreation Board Meeting Information for meeting information.