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Home My WebLink About4C - RSS Activity ReportItem 4C Recreation Services May 1, 2012 Monthly Activities Report To: Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission Pa r45 From: Sean Levin, Recreation Superintendent a e Iff Re: Recreation Division Monthly Activities Report Betfer , COOLEST PLAYGROUND IN THE WORLD! The combin on of the Space Net and the location adjacent to the Balboa Pier arguably makes this the coolest playground in the world! The new net was installed March 28. The old net was wearing through and becoming unsafe; although the net was outside of the warranty period the playground supplier, Coast Recreation donated the new net valued at over $20,000. Thanks go out to Coast Recreation for their amazing donation and to the MOD Concrete Crew who assisted with the demo of the old net footings. LOOK OUT FOR A SUMMER OF FUN IN NEWPORT BEACH! The Newport Beach 2012 Guide to Summer Camps was mailed in March. Summer Camp registration is now open! With a 1o% discount on all summer camps through May 3, staff anticipates another busy season! New camps to look for this summer include, • Paddle Camp by UCI • Challenger Tetra Brazil Soccer Camps • Green Screen Filming •r ; ' • Jedi Master Engineering q • Photography Camp • Princess Dance Camp �'• , Junior Hip Hop Dance Camp Digital Media Camp Video Game Design Camp SUMMER HIRING IS HERE! With summer just around the corner, staff has been hiring pool swim instructors and lifeguards. Twenty - three candidates participated in tryouts and interview process and 10 will participate in the Pool Swim Instructor Academy in May, which trains the candidates to become American Red Cross Certified Lifeguards and Water Safety Instructors (WSI). Swim lessons begin the week of June 25. In addition staff has been in the process of hiring Recreation Leaders for Summer Camp as well as a Park Patrol Officer. SPRING RECESS CAMP Active Kids Afterschool staff conducted the Spring Recess Camp at CYC for children K -6, April 9 -13. The 50 participants had all -day activities including games, sports, arts & crafts, and a trip to the Seascape in Anaheim! The Marine Protection & Education Division was happy to assist Public Works' staff Shane Burkle with the Wyland Foundation's National Mayor's Challenge for Water Conservation. The month -long competition was between all cities in the United States and will be decided by how many residents took the online pledge to conserve water. A resident in the winning city will win a Toyota Prius! Marine Protection & Education Supervisor Michelle Clemente, secured the Back Bay Science Center as the location for the kick off media event on March 30. She was also responsible for refreshments, and the many displays, and exhibits within the Science Center. Featured marine artist Wyland, signed autographs, posed for photos, and was generally very impressed with the Back Bay Science Center and the work done by Michelle and her staff to protect the marine natural resources in Newport Beach! 14 At the California Park & Recreation Society District io Awards and Installation Dinner on April 12 in Cerritos, the Recreation & Senior Services Department was pleased to award its Volunteer Merit Award to Diane Daruty. Diane has made a significant impact on the Recreation Division and the children of Newport Beach through her passion for running. She started a running club at Eastbluff Elementary School in 2oo5 and a NMUSD track meet in 2007. In 2oo8, she partnered with the Recreation Division to merge her meet with the City's Track and Field Meet of Champions. Since then, the City's Championship meet has gone from ioo participants to over 400 — all thanks to Diane's influence. In addition, Diane took over the organization of the school district's Spirit Run two years ago. She created a link between the two events which allowed children to register for both events at the same time, called "Twice the Fun." She has also opened the Spirit Run's post event expo to the Recreation Division to market Camp Newport. Many summer camp contractors join Division staff to offer games and crafts while promoting their summer recreation camp programs. Newport Beach is lucky to have Diane Daruty — and the Recreation division was proud to name her their Volunteer Merit Award winner this year! 001PAC Ha Il a Monitoring of orange County Marine ProtMed Ness nowh:aP.amz sa...uwr. nnamsaarrk,►.r lip ,uruafn mfaifas hvraArttion knMb fvnNn. (SU iden[n xat� brim. im a,n �o+av Bvrtiraem,lonngof faeSMa W mfl Eme Reglm MtlN.i Cmm. � t Mwvrr., f T Rdty ANatiEnl ftosygem [salu'nnv urnmer >4'M�v SV.n6 n SuEtlEd ROdYae<I+ Mv� Gaiau, hoJmol CCL<[< caifarr."a sp�r,mve.. xenon USe bs<lnelmfcaton ce<m ow uevw I_ NEWPORT BEACH MARINE _PROTECTION DIVISION TO HOST SYMPOSIUM Marine Protection & Education Supervisor Michelle Clemente hosted a major symposium on Baseline Monitoring of Orange County Marine Protected Areas in conjunction with the Orange County Marine Protected Area Council (OCMPAC) on April 26. Michelle serves as a Co -Chair for OCMPAC. JANET CATES RECEIVES 2012 DISTRICT' 10 COVETED LEADERSHIP AWARD The Coveted Leadership Award is presented to a deserving professional for their outstanding service to the parks and recreation profession and District 10 throughout their career and is the highest award bestowed by the District. Janet has dedicated her life to ensure that quality recreation programs are provided in the communities in which she both lives and works. She's never one to say no and she continually demonstrates her passion and dedication, without seeking or needing accolades for her contributions. Janet has mentored countless students and professionals throughout her career, more than shell probably ever know. She has a unique knack for finding that spark in someone; then fueling it so they meet their full potential. Many of those she as mentored are contributing members of the profession today. Janet has also been a strong advocate for the CPRS VIP Plan and now the Parks Make Life Better campaign. She has integrated both of these initiatives through strategic planning and her work functions. Janet has been a contributing member to CPRS District 10 for almost 30 years. Since 1983 she has served on and chaired various committees as well as serve as President for District 10 in 2006. In addition to her official capacities with the District, she is always there with a helpful hand or advice to promote CPRS and the recreation profession! Janet has been active with Women in Leisure Services (WILS), Gamma Chapter. She has been involved with WILS at both the local and national levels and served as the National Secretary in 1995 -97 and again in 1999-2000. Janet has also served on numerous committees and led the Gamma Chapter as their President in 1993 -94• For her contributions, she received the prestigious Mary K. Petersen Memorial Merit Award (1999), the Helen Green Memorial Citation Award (1988), and a Service Award (1984). Congratulations Janet! 4 PARK PATROL Requested calls are assigned visits by staff or schedule or phone requests. Customer Contacts are the number of times they stopped and spoke to customers other than requested calls. Due to the timing of the meeting, these monthly summaries will be two months behind (i.e. in June you will receive April summary). During the month of March the Park Patrol had the following number of contacts: t. Requested Calls • 140 with Youth Sports Groups • 381 Field related issues /checks • 13 Park /Picnic /reservation issues /checks • 131 Community Center issues /checks • 432 Playground checks • 42 other 2. Public Contacts • 141 education 4 alcohol • 136 dog related Written Warnings Issued - 5 — for prohibited conduct Citations Issued - 1 — for prohibited conduct FACILITY RENTALS & SPECIAL EVENT PERMITS During the period of March 16 —April 15 2012 there were: • 15 Picnic /Park Area Rentals • 9 Room Rentals • 3 Field Rentals • 8 Gym Rentals As of April 1S. 2012, there were 51 Special Event Permits processed and issued for the year. Those events of note for this period are: Easter Sunrise Service, April 8, 2012 - Attendance: 400 NAC Hovie Stand Up Race, April 14, 2012 - Attendance: 200 Senior Services Monthly Activities Report To: Parks, Beaches & Recreation Commission From: Celeste Jardine -Haug, Senior Services Manager Re: Senior Services Division Monthly Activities Report New Employee - Please welcome the newest member of the OASIS team, Jennifer Sisoev. As the Assistant Recreation Coordinator, Jennifer will be responsible for managing the OASIS facility rentals, planning monthly special events, overseeing recreation leaders, and other duties. Jennifer comes to us with experience as a service coordinator for Project Access, a nonprofit organization; a program aide for the City of Norwalk' S . Ce d rr ifir s en nter, an as an administrative intern for the City of La Mirada's Community Services Department. Jennifer graduated with a Masters degree in Public Administration from California State University at Fullerton, and a BS degree in Political Science from Northeastern University. She shares her home with her husband and their English Bulldog, Emmy. Annual Volunteer Recognition Luncheon - OASIS hosted its annual Volunteer Recognition Luncheon on April 18. The luncheon was an opportunity to recognize and thank those individuals who donate their time throughout the year to the various programs and events held at OASIS. Attendees were treated to a special performance by Tupua Productions including a Polynesian dance show and serenade and a Hawaiian style lunch provided by Jay's Catering. Spring Fling — Courtesy of the Musco family the Orange County High School of the Arts performed for the senior. The event began with a wine and cheese reception. Marathon Joe Crosses The Finish Line - Joe Taricani successfully completed his treadmill marathon distance on April 3 at OASIS Fitness Center. Joe started the run and his live broadcast of "The Marathon Show" shortly after dam and completed the 26.2 miles in 5 hours and 25 minutes. Joe's endeavor drew a lot of attention from fitness center members, inspiring and motivating many to sign up for the April Marathon Challenge. Non members who saw Joe's story on the front page of The Daily Pilot also dropped in to encourage Joe throughout the day. The web broadcast was also well received by "The Marathon Show" internet followers viewing the event all over the United States and Europe. Highlights of the day included: 1 Mile S: Joe gives away a free registration to the OC Marathon .l Mile 13: Via Joe's webcam and twitter feed, two distinguished members of the marathon community, one watching from Oregon and one running on an adjacent treadmill, recall marathons and endurance runs competed during the 8o's 1 Mile 20: Joe completes his "Happy Dance," a rendition of Lady Gaga's, to celebrate completing 20 miles. 1 Mile 22: Webcam viewers from Chicago have Gina's Pizza delivered so Joe can "carbo load" when he finishes his run 1 Mile 26.2: Joe finishes a full marathon at 5 hours and 25 minutes Free Tax Program with Another Successful Year - OASIS completed io weeks of electronic filing of Income tax returns through the AARP -IRS Tax Aide Program. This year the Tax Team consisted of eight trained counselors, three were new to the program and five were veterans who return every year to provide this valuable service. Two hundred and seventy individuals were counseled and appropriate Federal and State Income tax returns were electronically filed online. The counselors are all trained volunteers and commit 10 weeks plus training days for the Tax Program. The counselors utilize the OASIS Computer lab which provides an ideal arrangement for the program. Tax clients are extremely appreciative of the program and enjoy the comfortable environment provided by the OASIS family room as they wait for their appointment time. • Heath Lecture - Health Brain Aging will be presented on May 1 by Dr. William Shankle, Program Director of Memory & Cognitive Disorders at Hoag Neurosciences Institute. Dr Shankle with the Orange County Healthy Aging Program provides assessment tools to detect the first stages of mild cognitive decline leading to development of Alzheimer's disease, and tailors the best possible prevention and treatment options for each individual. Memory screening will be conducted by the Vital Aging Program staff at the bi- monthly meeting at OASIS. This program enables people to get a baseline and return annually to monitor their cognitive status. • Health Screenings: May is "Better Hearing" month and returning this year, a local audiologist will perform hearing screenings on May 18 and 25. People are invited to schedule an appointment however those that already have been diagnosed with a hearing loss need not be screened. The screening indicates whether there is a hearing deficit which could be improved by using a hearing aid. OASIS FAc1LlTY RENTALS During the period of March 16, 2012 — April 1S. 2012 there were: • 14 Classroom Rentals • 9 Event Center Rentals Upcoming Events Date Time NTAC production— Croum Matrimonial 3130 -4129 7:3opm Buck Gully Trail Grand Opening 5130 Noon NTAC production - The Boy Friend 611 -711 7:30pm CUM 5K 612 darn summer Camps Begin 6125 lam rd Responsible Staff Phone Locati on NTAC 631 -o288 NTAC S Levin 644 -3159 5s' &poppyin CdM NTAC 631 -o288 NTAC J Cates 644 -3154 CUM Ocean Blvd JHarmon1R Valdez 644 -3151 All over the city "Your First Choice for Connecting People, Play & Programs" MARCH 2012 OASIS UTILIZATION REPORT PARTICIPANTS ATTENDING RECREATIONAL CLASSES FITNESS CENTER PERSONALIZED SERVICES PROVIDED Includes: Kitchen Fr Home Delivered Meals Front Office Blood Pressure Gift Shop Information/ Referral Counseling- persons 60 Legal Assistance Eldercare 0 Senior Assessment(hrs) Employment 25 Telephone Reassurance HICAP 8 Visual Screening Housing counseling 40 Transportation Info Taxes (Seasonal) SENIORS RECEIVING TRANSPORTATION SERVICES Care -A- Van /Shuttle CUSTOMERS RECEIVING NOON MEALS @ THE CENTER* `includes meals on wheels VOLUNTEER SERVICES PROVIDED AT THE CENTER Includes: Kitchen Fr Home Delivered Meals Front Office Travel Office Gift Shop Library Instructors President Treasurer Vice President Bookkeeper Taxes PARTICIPANTS IN FRIENDS OF OASIS TRAVEL Day Trips Harrah's Rincon Casino 53 Little Italy 50 SPECIAL EVENTS /SCREENINGS /LECTURES Trail Trekkies 34 OASIS Golfers 158 Computer Friends 27 Big Band Seminar 115 kb%Ae:The Help 120 17,595 CUSTOMERS 3,225 CUSTOMERS 6,213 CUSTOMERS 3,676 CUSTOMERS 2540 10 35 260 3 550 145 1,354 RIDERS 2,326 CUSTOMERS 1,225 HOURS ( *equiv. to 9 full -time employees) Long Trips Desert Bloom 103 CUSTOMERS 15 698 PERSONS Chronic Disease 50 Hoag Lecture: Aging voice 118 UCI Lecture:Colorectal Cancer 10 Keep your mind 41 Peace corp Volunteer 25 93