Parks & Recreation Department
The City of Lovington operates Chaparral Park, seven smaller parks located throughout our municipality, as well as the Harold Runnels Softball Complex, Love Street Baseball Complex, and the Commercial Street Baseball Fields. The four employees base out of the main shop and maintenance yard located at 1005 S. Commercial, which is located inside Chaparral Park. Their duties include not only the upkeep and maintenance of our municipal parks, but maintenance and upkeep of all municipal public buildings. In total, our Parks Department cares for over 190 acres of open outdoor space in which people are able to play, exercise, have a cookout, or play a variety of sports.
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Jason Boydstun is a seasoned professional who has dedicated himself to serving the city of Lovington, N.M. for over 5 and 1/2 years. During this time, Jason has excelled in his role as Supervisor for both Parks and Recreation and the Cemetery, overseeing the maintenance and operations of these important community assets. Prior to his current role, Jason served as Foreman for Parks and Recreation for 1 year, where he gained valuable experience in managing complex projects and maintaining different areas of the city such as Chaparral Park. With his deep understanding of the city and its residents, as well as his proven track record of success, Jason is a valuable asset to the community and a leader who is committed to ensuring that Lovington's parks and recreational facilities remain safe, accessible, and enjoyable for all.
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COMMUNITY SERVICE
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Discover a rewarding way to give back to the Lovington community by volunteering with the Parks and Recreation Department! If you're in need of community service hours or simply have a passion for enhancing our city's green spaces, we welcome you to join our team.
At Lovington's Parks and Recreation Department, we offer a wide range of community service opportunities that allow you to contribute to the well-being of our city while gaining valuable experience. Whether you're interested in beautifying our parks, assisting with recreational programs, or helping organize community events, there's a role for you! For more information, you may contact Jason Boydstun - Parks and Recreation Department Supervisor, Shannon Lester - City Clerk, or stop by City Hall at 214 S. Love St. |
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LEA COUNTY VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK PROJECT
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Through a partnership with Lea County, the City of Lovington will be constructing the Lea County Veterans Memorial Park in the near future. This 2.5 acre facility will be located at on Central Avenue immediately to the south of the Lea County Judicial Complex. This project is being funded through the City's partnership with Lea County in addition to State Capital Outlay Grants. Property for the project has been acquired and through the efforts of the Lovington Parks and Recreation Board and the Lea County Veterans Memorial Committee the design is underway. Click below for the first design concepts to be produced by the project architects, Cherry See Reames.
Click here for more information about the Lovington Lea County Veterans Memorial Park Project |
