The Allen City Council applauded the work of the Parks and Recreation Department on Tuesday, November 11, following numerous state and international awards.
The Parks and Recreation Department earned an Excellence in Programming Award for its Zombie Apocalypse Camp, a Maintenance Award for turf installation, and Communication Awards from The Texas Recreation and Park Society (TRAPS). Ashley McInnis, Recreation Center Supervisor at Joe Farmer Recreation Center, received the TRAPS Horizons Award for parks and recreation professionals with less than five years of experience.
The Parks and Recreation Department also won several awards from the International Festivals and Events Association (IFEA), including Best Event Website and Best Festival/Event Mobile Application for AllenUSA.org.