Howell Area Parks and Recreation Authority Parks and Recreation Master Plan (2025 - 2029)

The Howell Area Parks and Recreation Authority (HAPRA) is a recreation authority that was formed by the City of Howell, Howell Township, Genoa Township, Marion Township, and Oceola Township to construct, operate, maintain and/or improve recreational facilities and to provide for recreational services for these jurisdictions within the Howell Public School District. While many communities engaged with HAPRA maintain their own parks systems, HAPRA facilitates programming and community events throughout the area and operates several recreational facilities.

HAPRA has developed this Parks and Recreation Master Plan to serve as a guide for future decision-making regarding recreation facility improvements and the development of new recreational opportunities within the area. The development of this plan was guided by input of citizens from the City of Howell, Oceola Township, Marion Township, Genoa Township, Howell Township, as well as input from HAPRA, City, and Township staff or officials.