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Ottawa Recreation offers programs throughout the year, but especially in the summer, to provide recreational opportunities for the citizens of Ottawa. The Playground and Recreation Board members are committed to providing quality recreational opportunities with the lowest possible fee to the greatest number of people.
Summer Recreation Office Hours (June and July) Our office will open June 2021.
Please call or email with questions, and we will replay as soon as we can.
9-noon and 1-4 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday.
815-434-7292 cityrec@cityofottawa.org
Links to our social media: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube
SUMMER PROGRAMS
Summer Rec update: Working on summer camps and park programs. This summer won’t be the same as pre-COVID, but there will be some activities. Keep wearing your mask so we can all be safe and have our activities! Our goal is to distribute the brochure and begin online registration by mid-May.
Summer Adult Softball: Adult Softball rosters and rules are available! We’ll be starting later than usual, but we will be starting!
Visit the Adult Softball Page.
Announcements!
Job openings
Ottawa Recreation Summer Recreation Parks Program is now accepting applications for its summer park supervisor position. The Job Description is below. RECREATION SUPERVISOR JOB DESCRIPTION.
The link to download the application is HERE. You may also pick up a paper copy of the application at Ottawa City Hall. Please Return all application to Ottawa Recreation by April 9. You can drop them off or mail them to us at 301 W. Madison St., Ottawa. Or email the application to cityrec@cityofottawa.org.
Pool Manager — Successful candidates will have lifeguarding experience and management experience. $8000 per summer. Job description is HERE.
Email letter of interest and resume to cityrec@cityofottawa.org or mail to Ottawa Recreation, 301 W. Madison Street, Ottawa, Illinois, 61350 by April 16.
Youth teams wishing to use City of Ottawa baseball and softball fields must submit proper documentation. No exceptions!
Email cityrec@cityofottawa.org with questions.
Riordan Pool 2021
Call Mark Astle, Director of Ottawa Recreation at (815) 434-7292.
