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Elk MEMORANDUM
River
TO: Park and Recreation Commission
FROM: Michele McPherso'"irector of Planning
DATE: January 3, 2000
SUBJECT: Planning Retreat— Discuss Commission's
Role in Programming
Request
The Commission is asked to discuss what role it would like to play in programming of
events and programs offered by Community Recreation.
Analysis
To date, the Commission's role in programming has been somewhat limited and
• reactionary in nature (responding to presentations by Michele Bergh). This year, the
Commission established its first annual volunteer appreciation evening and expanded
winter recreational opportunities with additional rinks. It has been suggested that the
Commission may want to have a more proactive role in suggesting programs for
Community Recreation to offer.
With the Community Recreation Board directing and guiding Community Recreation,
whatever role the Commission chooses to play in programming should not lead to
another "boss" that Ms. Bergh needs to report to. The Commission should offer
suggestions of programs and events and trust staff to implement them and report back
on their success or failure. Being aware of programs will help the Commission as it
develops its CIP plan and looks at parks for various facilities (i.e. development of more
open field space for use as soccer fields should demographics support it).
Perhaps, to get the Commission started, a more critical review of the quarterly brochure
could be scheduled when appropriate. This would allow the Commission to suggest
programs for staff to implement.
Recommendation
Staff recommends that the Commission discuss its desired role in programming and
provide staff with further direction.
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