District 5

What an incredible evening celebrating the very best of Parks and Recreation at the California Park & Recreation Society (CPRS) District 5 Awards & Installation Banquet!

It was truly inspiring to be surrounded by so many passionate professionals who work every day to make our communities stronger, healthier, and more connected. Thank you to everyone who attended, supported, nominated, and cheered each other on - your energy and commitment are what make District 5 so special.

✨ Congratulations to our Award Winners:

🏆 Innovative Programming Award – City of Lathrop YAC Youth Service Grant
🏆 Parks Make Life Better Award – City of Merced Inclusive Playground Development at the Merced Regional Sports Complex
🏆 Rising Star Award – Zavanah Mastel, City of Lathrop
🏆 Marketing Excellence Award – City of Mountain House Multi-Cultural Celebration
🏆 Professional Merit Award – Melissa Stathakopoulos, City of Lathrop

Each of these projects and professionals represents the heart of what we do - creating innovative programs, inclusive spaces, meaningful community connections, and opportunities that truly make life better through parks and recreation.

Please also join me in congratulating the 2026–2027 CPRS District 5 Board. Your leadership and vision will continue to elevate our profession and support the incredible work happening throughout our region.

Here's to another year of collaboration, creativity, and community impact. 

What an incredible evening celebrating the very best of Parks and Recreation at the California Park & Recreation Society (CPRS) District 5 Awards & Installation Banquet!

It was truly inspiring to be surrounded by so many passionate professionals who work every day to make our communities stronger, healthier, and more connected. Thank you to everyone who attended, supported, nominated, and cheered each other on - your energy and commitment are what make District 5 so special.

✨ Congratulations to our Award Winners:

🏆 Innovative Programming Award – City of Lathrop YAC Youth Service Grant
🏆 Parks Make Life Better Award – City of Merced Inclusive Playground Development at the Merced Regional Sports Complex
🏆 Rising Star Award – Zavanah Mastel, City of Lathrop
🏆 Marketing Excellence Award – City of Mountain House Multi-Cultural Celebration
🏆 Professional Merit Award – Melissa Stathakopoulos, City of Lathrop

Each of these projects and professionals represents the heart of what we do - creating innovative programs, inclusive spaces, meaningful community connections, and opportunities that truly make life better through parks and recreation.

Please also join me in congratulating the 2026–2027 CPRS District 5 Board. Your leadership and vision will continue to elevate our profession and support the incredible work happening throughout our region.

Here's to another year of collaboration, creativity, and community impact.