The Alameda County Deputy Sheriffs Activities Leage from Hayward Area Recreation & Park District won the award for Outstanding Group in the state by the California Association of Recreation and Park Districts (CARPD). The award was part of CARPD’s annual conference in Monterey April 13-15.  

• The group was started by Alameda County Sheriff’s Office in September 2004 to create recreational and educational opportunities for children in the unincorporated areas
• Through their partnership with HARD, the Alameda County Deputy Sheriffs Activities Leage made and contributions that have enhanced positive youth recreation programs for more than 2200 youth in Alameda County during 2009
• The group provides a mobile recreation, swimming and soccer program

CARPD was established in 1958 and is dedicated to improving the quality and efficiency of California’s recreation and park districts.  Through two joint powers authorities, the 65 recreation and park districts that are members of CARPD are eligible for reduced rates on worker compensation coverage and liability/property damage insurance – saving local communities thousands of dollars.  Each spring, CARPD hosts an annual conference and awards competition to recognize outstanding programming, facilities, and service to the community.

For more information on Hayward Area Recreation & Park District, visit their website.

Back to CARPD Awards of Excellence winners for 2010.

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