Mission
The Buena Vista Recreation Department’s vision is to serve the local community by facilitating affordable and inclusive recreational opportunities.
Our mission is to support individuals’ well-being by:
- Facilitating recreation programs that inspire a variety of interests including sports, outdoor recreation, fitness, and fine arts.
- Providing oversight to special events to ensure public safety and community engagement.
- Encouraging stewardship of our local recreation resources.
- Engaging with the Recreation Advisory Board to address the evolving needs of the community.
Programs
Athletics
Sports leagues or recurring athletic programs. This includes softball, basketball, volleyball, pickleball, and other recreational and competitive leagues.
Outdoor Rec
Nature-based programs aimed at community engagement & conservation like group bike rides, 4x4 meet ups, cross country skiing, or trail building.
Fitness
Organized activities aimed at physical fitness and health. This includes yoga, group workout classes, swimming, gymnastics, martial arts, and more.
Special Events
Local community events that focus on recreation activities. Examples include concerts, tournaments & races.
Special Interests
Fun programs geared toward special topics of interest like bridge, seniors, dog lovers, or children's play groups.
Fine Arts
Recurring activities focused on artistic expression such as weekly art classes, music lessons, and dance classes.
Recreation Staff

Shane Basford
RECreATION SUPERVISOR
Office: 719-395-2408
Cell: 719-581-0412
Email Shane

Earl Richmond
Recreation SPECIAL PROJECTS MANAGER
Office: 719-221-1461
Email Earl

Tucker Wildeson

Catelin Miles
Program Coordinator (2)
Office: 1-719-581-1051
Email Catelin

Leslie Quilico

Jenny DEPEW
Recreation Advisory Board MIssion and Responsibilities
The Recreation Board is a volunteer group of local citizens who voice the community’s recreation needs to the Recreation Department, Town Administration, and Board of Trustees. Their vision is based on the belief that physical well-being is a cornerstone to a vibrant community and a high quality of life.
Their mission is to enrich the lives of the Buena Vista residents and guests through recreation. They aim to accomplish this goal through programming, advising on new facilities and upkeep of existing facilities, facilitating communication and collaboration with citizens/town staff, and supporting community events.
- Recreation Advisory Board duties are to make recommendations to the Recreation Department and Trustees regarding the operation, improvement, and maintenance of the Town’s recreation programs and facilities, and to bring to the attention of the Board of Trustees any matter pertaining to the Town’s recreation programs and facilities. As a voice of the community, board members are expected to bridge dialogue between town government and our citizens. When applicable, additional duties may include engaging as a point person on special projects to assist and mentor through the process.
- The Recreation Advisory Board has seven (7) voting members and two (2) alternates will be appointed by the Board of Trustees. The Recreation Advisory Board also includes the recreation staff and a designated Board of Trustees member, both of whom serve as non-voting ex officio members.
- Recreation Advisory Board guiding documents: Recreation Master Plan, River Park Master Plan.
- The Recreation Advisory Board meets at 7:30 AM or 6:30 PM on the third Wednesday of each month at the Community Center (715 East Main St).
- Please contact the Recreation Supervisor with any questions.
Recreation Advisory Board Members
Members
McKenzie Lyle, Chair
kenzlyle@gmail.com
Marcus Trusty, Vice Chair
mtrusty@bvpeakfitness.com
Rick Bieterman rickbieterman@gmail.com
Danielle Ryan
danielleryan1986@gmail.com
Luke Urbine
luke@whitewaterphotography.com
Jan Johnson
janlmenj2014@gmail.com
Alernates
Ashley Davis
abeez522@gmail.com
Casey Martin
casey@jvamlaw.com
Trustee Liaison
Devon Rowe
trusteeRowe@buenavistaco.gov
Ex Officio Members
Shane Basford, Recreation Supervisor
bvrec@buenavistaco.gov
Agenda and Minutes
Please click here to review the Agenda and Minutes of the BV Recreation Advisory Board.