H.A.R.D. Receives Four Awards

Hayward Area Recreation and Park District is proud to announce that it has won four awards from the California Association of Recreation and Park Districts (CARPD). The awards were presented at the annual CARPD conference, which was held in Tahoe, California on May 18, 2023.

 The competitive awards that Hayward Area Recreation and Park District received are:

- Outstanding Board Member-Mrs. Carol A. Pereira

- Outstanding Community Organization Partner-Tiburcio Vasquez Health Center

- Outstanding Community Landmark for the Hayward Plunge

- Outstanding Renovated Facility for Kennedy Park

“We are honored to receive these awards from CARPD," said Hayward Area Recreation and Park District Board of Director President Rick Hatcher. "It's a testament to the hard work and dedication of our staff, volunteers, and community partners. We are committed to providing high-quality programs and facilities that enhance the quality of life for our residents, and these awards are a validation of that commitment.”

The Hayward Area Recreation and Park District, known locally as “H.A.R.D.," is an independent special use district created to provide park and recreation services for over 309,000 residents. Our boundaries encompass a 100 square-mile area, which includes the City of Hayward and the unincorporated communities of Castro Valley, San Lorenzo, Ashland, Cherryland, and Fairview. For more information, visit HaywardRec.org.