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Our Monticello City Parks!

city park signThe Monticello Parks and Recreation Department recognizes that quality of life is vital to a successful community. The services offered through the city's system of beautiful parks enhances Monticello's quality of life. The Parks Department offers a variety of recreational opportunities, and a selection of facilities that contribute to the health and well-being of the entire community.

Through the direction of a dedicated and knowledgeable Parks and Recreation Board, this department is a dynamic organization that responds to change. Facilities are consistently upgraded and new additions make the parks annually more inviting. So jump in the pool at Voigt, stroll Bluewater Beach, do a kick-flip at Jordan Skate Park, walk the beauty of the lower City Park, enjoy a ball game, host a family reunion ... all this is available at the City Parks.

Seasonal Job Openings for Monticello Parks Department

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City Park RecDesk Portal

  Visit the Parks Event and Registration Website. Stay updated with all upcoming events and signup for swim classes and programs.

2025 City Pool Schedule will be released in April 2025.  

The City Pool opens on Saturday, May 24, 2025

2025 Summer Operation Hours will be announced next April.  The following were the 2024 Hours:
  • Monday–Saturday: 12:00 Noon–7:00 p.m.
  • Sunday: 1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
  • Adult Lap Swim/Water Walking
    • Monday-Thursday from 7–8:00 p.m.
    • 9-11am on Saturday
  Click to review the 2025 Monticello City Pool Schedule. (TBA April 2025)

The city pool is located at 519 S. Second Street just one block down from the high school.

City Parks Board

Members:
  • Susan Gift, President
  • Mike True, Vice-President
  • Beth Brown, Member
  • Shannon Turner, Member
  • Bill Cheever, City Council Liaison
  • Cindy Isom, Secretary
  • Mitchell E. Billue, Park Superintendent
Click for Parks & Rec. Board Meeting Schedule

The Parks Board oversees the seven city parks and the city pool.  The Mission of the Monticello Parks Board is to enhance the community's quality of life through well-planned and maintained parks, recreational programs, clean facilities and positive programs. The Parks Board oversees the City of Monticello Pool and Bluewater Beach Park attracting tourists as well as local residents.

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