Associated Recreation Council

The Associated Recreation Council (ARC), its member Advisory Councils and Seattle Parks & Recreation build community through citizen engagement and participation in recreation and life long learning programs.

ARC, incorporated in 1975 as an independent nonprofit organization, supports this work through the ARC Board of Directors and a system of 36 advisory councils. Citizen volunteers on the board and advisory councils help to enhance the mission and vision of Parks by providing a connection to the community and advocating for the success of citywide recreation services.