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Community center reports staffing, renewed programming; about 2,500 members noted

Upper Providence Park Board · July 8, 2026
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Summary

Park staff reported the community center is staffed, cleaned and running fitness and camp programs; staff said the center has roughly 2,500 members in a township of about 25,000 residents and previewed upcoming classes and staffing needs.

Staff provided an update that the community center team is fully staffed for the season, that the facility underwent a cleanup and minor repairs, and that current programming is ramping up. "As of Monday, the park and rec team was fully, staffed down the street," a staff member said, adding that the fitness staff will provide orientations and classes Monday through Friday. Staff also reported about 10 new hires and ongoing recruiting to meet August staffing needs.

The staff member gave usage numbers to illustrate demand: in a township of roughly 25,000 residents there are about 2,500 members of the community center. Officials said the building is small and attendance has been consistently strong, with pickleball players arriving early to use the facility. Staff asked the board for time to compile comparative statistics and agreed to post relevant materials to the drive for the board to review.