Gregory Stephens has been appointed to serve a three-year term on the Board of Park Commissioners of the Centerville-Washington Park District. He will begin his first year of appointment as the Secretary of the Board. Mr. Stephens is the 20th…
New Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in Partnership with MVRPC
Two new Level II electric vehicle (EV) charging stations have been installed at Centerville-Washington Park District’s Forest Field and Oak Grove Parks, expanding public access to sustainable transportation infrastructure in the region. These installations are part of a broader regional initiative…
Ken Carter Named OPRA Professional of the Year
The Ohio Parks and Recreation Association’s (OPRA) has announced Centerville-Washington Park District’s Operation Manager Ken Carter as their 2024 Professional of the Year. Carter has been a driving force behind the success of the Centerville-Washington Park District (CWPD) for 28…
Universal Changing Table New to Activity Center Park
Universal changing tables are designed to support older children and adults with developmental disabilities, medical conditions, or other special needs that require incontinence care. These tables provide a private, safe and dignified space for individuals to manage their personal hygiene needs.…
Activity Center Park Sprayground Renovations to Happen in 2024
The sprayground at Centerville-Washington Park District’s (CWPD) Activity Center Park will receive a significant makeover and upgrade, thanks to a generous donation from Dayton Children’s Hospital. The sprayground has served the community for 17 years, with an estimated 31,500 visits…
CWPD Wins Three Statewide Awards
Ohio Parks and Recreation Association (OPRA) has announced its 2023 Annual Awards of Excellence winners. The Centerville-Washington Park District (CWPD) won a first-place award in the natural resources and conservation category for the recent completion of the Bill Yeck Park…
AEDs Installed to Save Lives in Two Parks
The Centerville-Washington Park District installed automated external defibrillators (AEDs) at two of our largest and most visited nature parks, Grant Park and Bill Yeck Park. The new AEDs are located at the Grant Park Kennard Nature Nook and at the…
Park District Will Be on the November Ballot
Issue 19 on the November 7 ballot At the July 11 meeting of the Centerville-Washington Park District (CWPD) Board of Commissioners, a resolution was passed to place a 1.0-mill levy replacement question on the November 7 ballot. This levy will…
Park District Recognized with Award for Community Partnership
Ohio Business Magazine awarded the Centerville-Washington Park District (CWPD) a 2022 Ohio Success Award. The award honors businesses, non-profits and governmental organizations’ success, focusing on the partnerships they form with each other to benefit their communities. CWPD prides itself on…
CWPD Staff Receive National Recognition
The National Recreation and Park Association’s February issue of Parks & Recreation magazine released its annual 30 Under 30 list honoring top young park and recreation professionals who serve as everyday champions in their communities. Centerville-Washington Park District employees Alyssa…