HomeMy WebLinkAbout5.2 ATTACHMENT ACreating Community through
People, Arts, Parks & Programs
DEC. ACTIVITIES • JAN. MEETING
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
The natural grass sports fields and dog park winter moratorium has begun. In the large dog
park, the soil was amended, irrigation adjusted, and new turf was installed. Benches have
begun being sanded and stained in the small dog park and will soon begin in the large dog park.
Also at Hap Magee Ranch Park, repairs were completed on benches in the picnic area, the light
fixtures in the public bathroom were re-lamped and drinking fountain repairs were completed.
Drinking fountains in the parks have been temporarily turned off to prevent breaking from the
freezing temperatures. Six yards of mulch was installed around the building and graffiti was
removed in the public bathrooms, vita course, and electrical box in the parking lot at Oak Hill
Park. Graffiti was also removed from benches at Greenbrook School. At Osage Station Park,
22 memorial plaques were replaced along with two posts near the garbage enclosure. BBQ pits continue to be cleaned at Danville South Park, Sycamore Valley Park, Hap Magee Ranch Park,
and Diablo Vista Park.
STRENGTHEN SAFETY & SECURITY
The rear door lock was adjusted at the Cottage at Hap Magee Rach Park, one fire extinguisher
was replaced, and the stove hood cleaned in the Magee house, A drain cover was also repaired
at Hap Magee Ranch Park. All tennis courts and pickleball courts were cleaned and cleared
of debris weekly at Osage Station Park, Monte Vista High School, and Diablo Vista Park. Bi-
weekly playground inspections were performed at Osage Station Park, Danville South Park,
Hap Magee Ranch Park, Sycamore Valley Park, Diablo Vista Park, Oak Hill Park, and Montair
School. The running track was cleaned, blown off and debris removed at Baldwin School, and
broken glass was removed at Danville South Park.
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These items may also reflect 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.
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FACILITATE COMMUNITY PROBLEM SOLVING
The Danville Youth Council engaged with aging and hung out with local seniors on
Saturday, December 17, to help them with all things tech. Seniors signed up to spend their Saturday morning with DYC members to learn how to use Instagram, FaceTime their
grandchildren, and how to properly use their Facebook wall to wish someone a happy
birthday. When they were not getting tech help, they spent time talking to DYC members
about their favorite holiday traditions over a hot cup of coffee with a side of cookie
decorating.
PROVIDE ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES
As the rain begins, the gutters were cleaned and roof repairs occurred at the Swain house,
while the installation of straw wattle and decomposed granite on the pathways at Hap Magee Ranch Park was also completed. Eight Crape Myrtle trees have been pruned at Diablo Vista
Park, two at Sycamore Valley Park, six at Baldwin School, two at Hap Magee Ranch Park, and
seven at Oak Hill Park. Additional tree pruning continued, including six at Osage Station Park,
14 at Oak Hill Park, four at Hap Magee Ranch Park, and nine at Greenbrook School. Tables are
being sanded and stained, with two being done at Diablo Vista Park and five at Osage Station Park. Four stones were replaced in the overflow stream of the pond at Oak Hill Park, and 25
yards of mulch were installed in the south parking lot at Diablo Vista Park. Irrigation repairs
continue, with three rotors repaired at Osage Station Park, three repairs at Greenbrook School,
along with one quick coupler valve and one lateral line at Hap Magee Ranch Park.
PROVIDE RECREATIONAL EXPERIENCES
On December 8, the Town of Danville hosted the annual Holiday Hangout for nearly fifty teens.
This community event mixed mini golf with decoding secret messages and fitness challenges
with arcade prizes to generate a whirlwind of fun. There was never dull moment, as teens won
ticket after ticket and cashed them in for hidden bonus prizes and refreshments. The event was
divided into segments in which Town Staff created unique challenges. Each of these obstacles invited the teens to participate in a different capacity, promoting socialization and teamwork.
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This year Santa received over 600 letters
from children telling him what they
wanted for Christmas and reminding him
that they were on the good list this year.
Santa enlisted his favorite type of elves,
local volunteers, to help him respond
to all the nice children of Danville. Each
child received a letter back from Santa’s
desk by December 24th.
The annual Elf Workshop returned for
another year on December 9 and 10.
Over 500 children and their families
created homemade crafts, made a melted
snowman out of pudding, and of course
got to see their favorite person, Santa!
Lakeshore Learning joined in on the fun
this year with interactive games and
holiday giveaways.
SUPPORT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
The Danville Senior Center celebrated
the holidays with a Holiday Bruncheon, catered by Simple Elegance Catering.
Seniors received a puzzle or a book gift
from the community’s Senior Giving Tree
donations, delivered by the ever-popular
Auggie the Acorn.
INCREASE CULTURAL UNITY
The Town of Danville hosted a holiday
floral arrangement class at Hap Magee
in December, just in time for the holiday spreads. Participants got to work with the
local florist from Flower Filosofi and enjoy
creating centerpieces with fresh flowers.
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PROJECT & EVENT UPDATES
January 18: Breakfast with Friends
January 20: The Classical Music Corner
January 21: Opening Reception for From Sand to Silicon Chip: New Technology in Clay
January 25: Warriors Game
January 27: Trivia Night
In December, the Art Gallery continued to receive visitors to its "Imagine That"
exhibit. The artists provided private tours and staff gave talks on the history of the
Village Theatre & Art Gallery.
FOSTER HUMAN DEVELOPMENT