CARPD Communicator - December 2025 - California Association of Recreation and Park Districts

CARPD Communicator - December 2025

The newest edition of CARPD Communicator is here!

Check out the electronic version of our December Newsletter or browse the previews below.

This month's edition includes:

President's Message from President Dean Wetter
2025 Legislative Year in Review
2026 CARPD Conference Registration, Scholarship Application, Awards Nominations
Last Call for Session Proposals
The Role & Reponsibilities of the Legislative Committee
Congrats to CAPRI on 40 Years!
CAPRI's TOP 40 Member Services
Happy Holidays From CAPRI & CARPD

We can't wait to see you all at the 2026 Conference in Monterey -- May 26th - May 30th, 2026!

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CARPD President's Message - December 2025

From Fun Providers to the Essential Workforce: Global Examples Validate “Our Purpose”

2025 Legislative Year in Review

It was a busy, but successful year for CARPD at the Capitol. From our Code Green calls to testimony at Committee Hearings to the Governor's signature on our sponsored legislation, it was a very successful session for our organization!

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2026 CARPD Conference - Registration is Open!

Join us at our Annual Conference in Monterey on May 27 – 30, 2026.

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CARPD 2026 Conference: Call for Sessions

The CARPD Annual Conference is headed to Monterey in 2026 (May 27th - May 30th, 2026)! We would like to invite our community of parks and rec industry…

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2026 CARPD Conference Scholarship Applications - Due March 13, 2026

CARPD Members are eligible to apply for a scholarship which covers your cost of registration and hotel accommodations at the Conference. Apply today!

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2026 CARPD Awards of Distinction - Due Friday, April 3, 2026

Each year CARPD honors excellence in the industry at our annual Conference Banquet. Review the award categories and consider submitting your District as a nominee by April 3rd.

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CARPD Legislative Committee

The CARPD Legislative Committee is a 9-member Committee comprised of 5 Board representatives and 4 Member representatives. The alternates are able to…

A celebration event for CAPRI's 40 years of service, featuring speeches, awards, and attendees enjoying the gathering.

Congrats to CAPRI on 40 years!

In November, we celebrated CARPI’s 40 years of service, a milestone that was rooted in dedication, partnership, and unwavering support from our member…

A list of CAPRI’s top 40 member benefits, including insurance programs, training, and legal services.

CAPRI's Top 40 Member Services

To commemorate CAPRI's 40th anniversary, CAPRI has been counting down its Top 40 Member Services -- the best perks, programs, and resources designed…

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Happy Holidays From CAPRI & CARPD

Our office will be closed on January 1, 2026 in observance of the New Year's holiday.

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