DIRECTOR REPORT DIRECTOR REPORT NOVEMBER 1 - 30, 2025
Lake Oswego Parks & Recreation’s mission is to Build Community, Enrich Lives and Care for the Urban and Natural Environment. This report is a look back and summary of operations supporting our mission and promise of excellent services to the people of Lake Oswego.
A Season of Collaboration and Community The 61st Annual Tree Lighting Festival was a truly special community celebration and a powerful example of what makes Lake Oswego shine during the holiday season. In partnership with the Lake Oswego Chamber of Commerce, this beloved tradition welcomed more than 4,500 residents and visitors to Millennium Plaza Park for an evening filled with music, lights, and holiday cheer. This event would not be possible without the incredible collaboration behind the scenes. Special thanks go to the Parks team for transforming Millennium Plaza Park with festive décor, lighting, greenery, and wreaths that brought the plaza to life. Our events staff and volunteers worked tirelessly in the weeks leading up to the event and throughout the evening to ensure a safe, welcoming, and seamless experience for all.
NOVEMBER WAS FILLED WITH ENERGY, ENGAGEMENT, AND COMMUNITY SPIRIT ACROSS LAKE OSWEGO PARKS & RECREATION. PROGRAMS, PARKS, AND FACILITIES SAW STRONG PARTICIPATION THROUGHOUT THE SYSTEM, FROM MARKETS AND EVENTS TO FITNESS, AQUATICS, AND ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS.