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HomeMy WebLinkAbout021220-5.5 Attachment ACreating Community through People, Arts, Parks & Programs THE FOLLOWING ITEMS REFLECT THE MISSION OF PARKS AND RECREATION: • Strengthen Community Image and Sense of Place • Strengthen Safety and Security • Facilitate Community Problem Solving • Protect Environmental Resources • Provide Recreational Experiences • Support Economic Development • Promote Health and Wellness • Increase Cultural Unity • Foster Human Development STRENGTHEN COMMUNITY IMAGE AND SENSE OF PLACE In the Town of Danville’s wonderful dog parks, renovations have been ongoing during the annual moratorium, starting with the removal and replacement of new sod in the large dog park and slit seed- ing of the small dog park turf. Work also includes renishing of four benches, in which they were sanded and re-stained in the large dog park. Repairs and adjustments to the irrigation system were completed in the large and small dog parks and bark mulch was moved back into place after being pushed towards the fencing by the dogs running as well as the rains. The bark mulch was also replen- ished in the landscape areas of both the large and small dog parks with 100 yards of Golden Nuets. In the new play area, the play equipment has been completely installed, with a beautiful safety surface around all play equipment, as well as the replacement of the surface in the water feature area. The landscaping, including new plants and turf, has been completed at this time. The contractors are continuing to work on the nal hardscape items needing to be installed, such as the posts for the arbors in the water feature area. The water feature equipment has been repainted to help enhance this equip- ment. STRENGTHEN SAFETY & SECURITY During this o-season of bocce ball, we performed repairs such as raising the grade in court #1 that was lowered due to removal of mud and removing some of the court material follow- ing rainstorms last year. We also performed These items may also reect how Parks Make Life Better! Parks and Recreation make lives and communities better now and in the future by providing access to nature, outdoor space to play and exercise, free-time fun in positive spaces, and socializing and learning in a gathering place. FEBRUARY ACTIVITIES • MARCH MEETING repairs to the lighting on the original bocce ball courts 1-4, installing watertight gaskets to all xtures and some ttings, helping to eliminate water from getting inside the LED lights and causing them to burn out. PAGE 1 OF 3 ATTACHMENT A FACILITATE COMMUNITY PROBLEM SOLVING Danville seniors enjoyed an in-depth conversation about genealogy and exploring family histories through a Buzz Session on “Exploring Our Family History.” This Buzz Session, in partnership with the San Ramon Valley Genealogical Society, provided information about how DNA testing has changed the genealogy process. Attendees also had the chance to hear about alternate resources to connect with relatives that were once only available in physical archives or government records. PROTECT ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES With the winter rain having arrived, all irrigation is still o for the season. The new irrigation pump for Green Valley Elementary has been installed and will be operating at full capacity come spring time when the irrigation gets turned back on, enhancing the irrigation operation and the turf management of this site. We continue to work on irrigation issues at Osage Station Park and expect them to be completed soon. Some drinking fountains have been turned o due to the freeze damaging the equipment, which caused water leaks and necessitated repairs. The memorial roses at Osage Station Park – over 1,500 of them - were pruned and the crape myrtle trees are being pruned Town-wide. PROVIDE RECREATIONAL EXPERIENCES Avoiding the cold weather and early nights, the teens at the teen center are enjoying their afternoons creating slime and playing Ultimate Werewolf. Depending on which teen center you walk in, you can nd these lucky middle schoolers playing foosball with their friends, signing up for a friendly competition of air hockey or relaxing after a long day of school. Irish dance was back on January 23, 2020! While our prior instruc- tor is no longer available, one of her students has taken over to teaching Jigs, Reels and the fundamentals of traditional dance. The two dance classes are for 3-5 and 6-11 year old and have a combined 15 young dancers. The Jr. Warriors season is half over. We have seen tremendous growth through all the teams. We were really excited to watch our K-1st grade girls division have their rst season with 6 teams. The 4th - 5th grade division has had quite a few games that were won by buzzer beaters. We are looking forward to the next few weeks of games! PAGE 2 OF 3 PAGE 3 OF 3 SUPPORT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT The quarterly Senior Happy Hour group met at Tower Grille for some tasty appetizers and adult beverages on January 21. This time was a record number with 17 attendees! INCREASE CULTURAL UNITY On January 16, the Art Gallery hosted an opening reception and a lm screening for the Art of the African Diaspora. Despite the rainy weather, many people came out to enjoy the artwork, meet the artists, watch the lm Evolutionary Blues and participate in a Q & A with the lmmaker, Cheryl Fabio. On January 17, the Village Theatre held its monthly comedy series, “Comedy with Liz Grant and Friends”. Larry “Bubbles” Brown returned to the Village after unfortunately having to miss last years expected performance. His return was in high demand as the show was sold out the day prior. PROJECT & EVENT UPDATES February 7: Preschool Performance: “Spelunkalicious”Music by the Brian Waite Band February 8: Recreation Expo February 12: Valentine’s Day Brunch& Line Dancing February 13: Comedy with Liz Grant& Friends February 27: Closing Receptionfor Art of African Diaspora FOSTER HUMAN DEVELOPMENT The STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) Club at the Senior Center held their monthly meeting in January that specialized in research of electric vehicles and their ability to drive cross-country. We had over 30 attendees! PARKS MAKE LIFE BETTER! The Town of Danville hosted Kids’ Day Out on January 2, 3 and 6, to provide aordable childcare during the winter holiday. Each day was themed around an exciting snowy activity including cotton ball snowball ghts and making snow from Shaving cream and Baking Soda. Each day culminated in a winter themed movie, which included the likes of Frozen and Abominable.