About Us

The Sylvania Recreation District (SAJRD) was formed in 1988 to provide the citizens of the Sylvania area with high quality recreational programs and facilities. The District is a collaboration between the City of Sylvania, Sylvania Township and Sylvania Schools. Each of these political entities appoints four people to the 12-person SAJRD Board. The District was formed under the Joint Recreation District provision (755.14) of the Ohio revised code. Under this provision, SAJRD can levy voter-approved taxes. Currently, SAJRD has two supporting levies. A .85 mill Permanent Operating levy was passed in 1988 and replaced in 2000. In addition, a .5 mill, 25 year Capital Improvement levy was passed in 1994. Millage on this levy has been reduced over time to .3 mills. It is the mission of the Sylvania Area Joint Recreation District (S.A.J.R.D.) to provide high quality recreation and leisure facilities, parks, programs and activities to meet the demonstrated needs of all citizens who reside within the district through sound planning, efficient allocation of resources, and effective management. The SAJRD Board generally meets the fourth Tuesday of each month, 7:30 AM @ Tam-O-Shanter.