Summit Park District was organized and incorporated on July 8, 1947 to provide services to the surrounding community. These services include the preservation of open space, recreational program activities, development and maintenance of parks and facilities and general administration.

The Park District is governed by a Board of Park Commissioners composed of five members. The President of the Board is elected from among its members for a one-year term. The Vice President and Treasurer are appointed by the Board. The Park District employs a full time Executive Director of Parks and Recreation and other Department Heads for the administration, programming and maintenance of park facilities. The district also has membership and participates in the activities of State and National Professional Park Organizations.

Summit Park, Argo Park, Hanover Park, and Legion Park comprise Summit Park District. Summit Park includes the SPARK Recreation Center, the Happy Tails Dog Park, and the Skate Park.