Staff Report / Scottsdalelocal.org

Scottsdale Parks and Recreation has received national reaccreditation from the National Recreation and Park Association, along with the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA). This reaccreditation marks Scottsdale as one of the five longest accredited agencies in the United States, showcasing 30 years of consistent operation and service excellence.

Source: Scottsdale Parks & Recreation | Scottsdale AZ

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Source Location: Scottsdale

Scottsdale, AZ

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