ABOUT GARA

MISSION
Within our mission focus, the Gettysburg Area Recreation Authority has been established to organize year round programs and services to help sustain better health and wellness.
WHAT WE BELIEVE…
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More citizens will benefit from a coordinated community parks and
recreation delivery system.
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That a mechanism to adequately maintain community park facilities and
recreation programs adds value over time.
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That mobilizing resources will prevent the duplication of services and
ultimately save money.
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That overall health can be improved (reducing obesity and preventing
chronic conditions that lead to coronary disease,high blood pressure and
diabetes) -- simply by providing more opportunities for leisure pursuits.
STAFF
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Erin Peddigree
PART TIME STAFF
Eugene Beamer-Facilities
Ron Doaks - Facilities
Lisa Fendelander - Admin
Jim Fox - Facilities
Ed Hildebrand - Maintenance
Jim Nett - Facilities
Leon Pisano-Maintenance
Kim Rowe-Facilities
Steve Williams - Maintenance
BOARD


Robin Fitzpatrick
BOARD MEMBER
Term - 4/2025


