HomeMy WebLinkAbout2011-11-14 PACKET 09.= Memo
To: Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission
From: Molly Pietruszewski
Date: November 14, 2011
Re: Recreation Division Update
Below is an overview of completed and current Recreation activities that staff is working on.
Past Projects /Programs
• On October 15, we held our 2 nd Annual Fall 5K and
Stroller Roll at Kingston Park. This run was co-
sponsored by the Recreation Department, Crime
Prevention Board and the FOP Lodge #1. We had
over 50 people participate in the race. All sponsors
are committed to the race in 2012 and then will re-
evaluate the event.
• Woodlands Rec. Center re- opened for the School
Year on October 10, 2011. The Center is open
Monday- Thursday from 4:30- 8:30pm. They have
been averaging 25 youth each night.
• MEA Break was October 20 & 21; we offered
programming at Peter Thompson Park for youth
who were looking for some fun other than staying
home!
Current Projects /Programs
• Although we interviewed 12 candidates for the Ice Arena /Recreation Office Clerk; our final
selection declined the position. We are in the process of setting up more interviews from the
original pool of candidates.
• Working with the Tobacco-Free Parks to create a policy for the City of Cottage Grove — see
attached Memo.
• Marketing the Men's Hockey League that is scheduled to start Mid - November.
• Assisting the Ice Arena Manager through staffing changes and employee absence due to
illness.
Please feel free to call or email with any questions or comments, 651.458.3404