The Parks & Recreation Commission promotes physical education, play, recreation, sport and other programs for people of all ages, as defined by Town Charter Section 3-10.http://www.dedham-ma.gov/government/parks-recreation-commission/

Members

The Parks & Recreation Commission has five members who are elected to 3-year terms, with an equal number of terms expiring each year as is feasible. Town elections are held annually on the second Saturday of April. Current members include:

NAME ROLE TERM EXPIRES
Jon Briggs
Chair 2026
Lisa Moran Vice Chair 2024
Ryan O'Toole Secretary 2026
Lisa Farnham
Member 2025
Alan Centofanti Member 2026

Contact

Town boards and committees consist of volunteers who may not be available during business hours. If you need a response during business hours, please contact the Parks & Recreation Department.

Meetings

The Parks & Recreation Commission meets meets the second Monday of each month. Public meeting dates and times are posted at Town Hall and the Dedham Public Library at least 48 hours before each meeting in compliance with the Massachusetts Open Meeting Law. Meeting agendas will also be posted on this website.