Who we are:

The West Lafayette Parks and Recreation Board comprises five citizens; four are appointed bi-partisanly by the Mayor for a four-year overlapping term. The School Board appoints the fifth member. The City's legal department appoints the attorney. The Park Board is responsible for all staff personnel matters, except the Superintendent, who the Mayor appoints. If you wish to contact the Park Board, please email them at WLPRBoard@westlafayette.in.gov

• David Purpura, President
• David Kucik, Vice-President
• Paul Brennan, Secretary 
• L. Tiffany Lyle, Park Board Member
• Aliya Scott, Park Board Member
• Andy Gutwein, Park Board Attorney

What we do:

The Park Board has authority to pass bond issues, power of eminent domain and authority to appropriate Non-Reverting Operating Funds. The Board receives a major portion of funds from the City General Fund.

When we meet:

Board meetings are usually held on the third Monday of the month at the Parks and Recreation Office, except where noted. Meetings start at 4:00 pm. Board meetings are open to the public. The Parks and Recreation Office is located at 222 N. Chauncey Ave, West Lafayette, IN 47906.

2025 Meeting Dates 

January 27

February 24

March 17

April 21

May 19

June 16

July 21

August 18

September 15

October 20

November 17

December 15