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• Strengthen Community Image and
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• Strengthen Safety and Security
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• Provide Recreational Experiences
• Support Economic Development
• Promote Health and 'Fellness
• Increase Cultural Lenity
• Foster Human Development
These items may also reflect how Parks flake Life Betterl 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 -tune furl in positive spaces, and
socializing and learning in a gathering place.
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As usual, the Town took great pride in keeping the community parks, schools, and Town Green
looking their best. Sidewalks, pathways, tennis'and basketball courts, BBQ areas, dugouts, and
synthetic fields were regularly blown off to keep things clean and safe. Litter and garbage cans were
emptied daily at all parks. 16 trees at Osage Station Park, six willow trees at Oak Hill Park and four
redwood trees at Sycamore Valley Park were pruned. Rose bushes were also pruned at Danville South
Park, which contributed to a well-groomed landscape. Concrete was poured and a new drinking
fountain was installed at the Hap Magee Ranch large dog park. At the Town Green, extra garbage
cans were provided for special events to accommodate increased visitor traffic. Cleaning up debris
and illegal dumping at Diablo Vista Park helped maintain the overall cleanliness of the park.
The safety of the Town's residents, park and school visitors is a top priority. Bi -weekly playground
inspections were conducted at Hap Magee Manch, Osage Station, Oak Hill and Danville South Parks,
along with Montair and Baldwin Elementary Schools. Trip hazards such as broken sidewalks at
Osage Station and Oak Hill Parks, and fallen branches on the pathway at Baldwin Elementary were
picked up right away. Drinking fountains were repaired at Hap Magee Ranch and Oak Hill Parks.
The ADA gate at the bocce ball court at Sycamore Valley Park was also repaired. Broken irrigation
controllers were replaced at the All Wars Memorial at Oak Hill Park. In addition to this, graffiti was
quickly removed at the Diablo Vista Park play area.
The Danville Senior Center, in partnership with the Village Theatre & Art Gallery, hosted a showing of
Keys Bags Names Words: A Documentary on Alzheimer's and ,Dementia. This film not only showcased
some common struggles for those with memory care challenges, but also the variety of ways in which
people around the world are coping with and continuing to find joy despite the challenges. Over 50
adults attended the documentary screening.
Water conservation and waste reduction are always an important focus for staff. Staff checked and
repaired leaks and mainline breaks in the irrigation systems at Hap Magee Manch, Diablo Vista and
Sycamore Valley sports fields as well as Vista Grande, Montair and Green Valley Elementary
Schools. Irrigation schedules were adjusted, with water days added or removed as needed, to align
water consumption with seasonal demands.
Danville seniors enjoyed a special day trip to Contra Costa Sanitary District to learn more about the
water in the region and where it comes and flows. Following a private, informational tour,
participants had an enjoyable lunch at Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar.
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The Town celebrated its annual May the 4th Be with You! event with activities all day long. To kick
off the morning, families enjoyed breakfast with a Jedi. Breakfast included pancakes, bacon and time
with Kylo Ren. In the afternoon, participants were delighted with fun Star mars themed crafts, games
and activities at Jedi Training. Volunteers from the `Rebel Legion' came and celebrated with us,
arriving in fun Star Wars themed costumes. Luke Skywalker was also in attendance and led the
graduation ceremony for the young padawans who completed the Jedi Training.
The DYC meeting on Monday, May 13 concluded the 2023 — 2024 Danville Youth Council. At the
final meeting, the DYC said goodbye to five graduating seniors and welcomed eight new members
for the 2024-2025 school year. New members enjoyed their first DYC meeting and the festivities
that come with a final meeting.
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Danville Groes Global was a success on Saturday, May 18 on the Town Green! The Danville Youth
Council hosted this cultural event for over thirty people which, included crafts showcasing different
countries, booths representing Persian, Russian and Filipino cultures and a sponsorship from Primo's
Pizzeria.
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2024 academic year. With the theme of `Summer Around the Corner,' the Teen Centers are being
adorned with depictions of the beach, palm trees and sharks!
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Senior Pingo is buzzing! The May edition of Senior Pingo sold out with 35 participants. The
lucky ones with winning cards enjoyed prizes including Girl Scout cookies, tickets to the Alameda
County Fair and puzzles. Girls on the Run created motivational posters for all the winners.
On Saturday, May 25, the Village Theatre hosted a large crowd of 238 patrons, who all came to see
magician, Brian Scott. Brian Scott dazzled audience members of all ages with his illusions, comedy
and magic tricks.
On Friday, May 31, the Tom Petty Tribute Band: The Big Jangle performed at the Village
Theatre to patrons who wanted to relive the Tom Petty experience. Over 107 patrons pre -
purchased their tickets in anticipation of the concert.
May was a busy month for the Village Theatre in rentals with two back to back Children's
Musical Theatre Performances by I Can Do That Theatre with "Spongebob" and the "101
Dalmatians." On May 24, the Village Theatre stage felt the rhythmic tapings of an Irish Dance
recital by The Rohan Murphy Irish Dance Academy along with an Indian Dance Performance on
May 26 by Kalpavrukshaa Creation
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On Sunday, May 19 about 50 budding artists participated in Art in the Park at Oak Dill Park.
Participants made popsicle stick monsters, rainbows, bubble wands, salad spinner art and coffee
filter flowers! Everyone took home their very own sunflower planter so they could bring the fun
with them!
There were 79 picnic rentals for the month of May. Hap Magee Ranch, ®sage Station and
Sycamore Valley continue to be the most popular locations.
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