We’ve divided the city into different geographical areas for recreation services. Each service area applies resources to best meet the programming and service needs of the community it serves.

Who to Contact

Click the location links below to contact staff directly for program information, or if you have individual park concerns. Contact the appropriate manager listed below to discuss concerns within a specific service area.

North Service Area

Newmann Thomas, Manager
Phone: 612-394-0043
Email: nthomas@minneapolisparks.org
Recreation Centers:

Northeast/Southeast Service Area

Jerry Peterson, Manager
Phone: 612-499-9306
Emailgpeterson@minneapolisparks.org
Recreation Centers:

Southwest Service Area

Steve Thompson, Manager
Phone: 612-723-9655
Email: sthompson@minneapolisparks.org
Recreation Centers:

South Service Area

Paul Jaeger, Manager
Phone: 612-499-3014
Email: pajaeger@minneapolisparks.org
Recreation Centers:
Ann Heath, Manager
Phone: 612-499-3001
Email: aheath@minneapolisparks.org
Recreation Centers:
* Programming provided by outside organization

Service Areas Map