Belleville Parks and Recreation Department, founded in 1945, provides a range of recreational facilities and programs. It maintains various facilities that include parks, trails, and a community center and swimming pool. The department s parks offer a variety of amenities that include tennis courts, playground equipment, pavilion rentals, on-site security and restrooms. Its trails provide various activities that include walking, bicycling and in-line skating. The department also organizes various children s programs that help in improving hand-eye coordination, balance agility and sports skills. Additionally, the department organizes classes in babysitting, ballet, golf, gymnastics, karate, aerobics and scrapbooking. Belleville Parks and Recreation Department maintains its office in Belleville, Ill.