The initial answer to the above question is “WELL.” But that really doesn’t give you much information.
Pinecrest parks just 
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Someone has to have the playing fields ready for all the baseball, soccer and football games. Tennis court surfaces have to be maintained. The rich, lush landscaping must be maintained. Someone has to schedule and keep track of all the events everywhere. Someone has to make sure all the bleacher seats, playground equipment, picnic tables etc. are properly maintained. Animals must be fed and cared for at Pinecrest Gardens. Fences must be maintained. 
Someone has to make sure the buildings and bathrooms are clean. Even light bulbs have to be changed at times. Bulletin boards at each park have to be updated and maintained. I’m sure there are many more chores than I have mentioned here.
So how does it all get done? In truth, I have no idea. Parks and Recreation Department employs about 30 people. Only about 30 people to do all of that? They all need to be commended. 
The department is headed by the Parks and Recreation Director, Loren C. Matthews. She graduated from Florida State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Leisure Services and Studies and is a Certified Playground Safety Inspector (National Playground Safety Institute). She is also an active member of the Florida Recreation and Parks Association.
Ms. Matthews’ support staff include:
Julie Durstine, Administrative Assistant
Wayne Myers, Park Manager for Pinecrest Gardens
Tony Lamazares, Park Manager for Flagler Grove, Coral Pine, Veterans Wayside, Suniland, Evelyn Greer and Red Road Linear parks.
Craig Morell, Horticulturalist
Claudia Caldwell, the gal that ably coordinates all the programs and events.
Pinecrest is so lucky to have these wonderful parks in this Village. As I’ve said before, parks make a huge contribution to the quality of life in this community that is so well known for it’s high quality of life. No wonder every one wants to live here!
Tomorrow I’ll tell you about the new park hours and fees for special events.