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Home My WebLink About121124-05.3AUGUST ACTIVITIES SEPTEMBER MEETING Creating Community throughCreating Community through People, Arts, Parks & ProgramsPeople, Arts, Parks & Programs NOVEMBER ACTIVITIES DECEMBER 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 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 place. STRENGTHEN COMMUNITY IMAGE AND SENSE OF PLACE STRENGTHEN SAFETY & SECURITY Playground inspections were conducted bi-weekly at all Town-maintained parks, ensuring play areas remain safe for children. Hap Magee Ranch Park had some repairs, including fixing slow-flushing toilets at Magee House and installing a new door latch in the Swain House restroom, while broken electrical outlet repairs were completed at Vista Grande Elementary School. Additionally, safety measures for erosion control, such as silt fencing and straw waddles, were added at the Green Valley Elementary School ball fields to prep for the wetter season ahead. An irrigation line was repaired at Oak Hill Park and potholes were tackled at Baldwin Elementary School. Additionally at Baldwin Elementary School, seeding took place where needed and the clock was adjusted to account for the fall time change. A broken tree limb was removed from Sycamore Valley Park and the sports fields received attention through irrigation repairs as well as the addition of infield mix. Two valve boxes on Sycamore Valley Park's upper sports field were also replaced to ensure proper functionality. At Diablo Vista Park, the decomposed granite pathway near the synthetic field was repaired and infield mix was added to the warning track of the 80-foot field. 1 of 4 ATTACHMENT A With the fall time change, park staff kept parks, schools and the library looking fresh and welcoming by blowing sidewalks, pathways and play areas, cleaning up litter and ensuring restroom supplies were fully stocked. Osage Station Park underwent significant improvements with the trimming of 47 trees along the pathway, enhanced by the spreading of decorative golden nuggets. The park's functionality was upgraded through new shelving installation in the shed and the addition of a drinking fountain with a garbage can between fields three and four. Additional landscaping included ten yards of mulch along the sound wall, creating a well-maintained landscape aesthetic. 22 trees were trimmed at Danville South Park and a bench was repaired, which is now ready for visitors to enjoy. New plants were added to enhance the park’s look at Vista Grande Elementary School. The drinking fountains were cleaned at Hap Magee Ranch Park, while the roofs and gutters at the Magee House, Cottage and Swain House were cleaned to keep everything neat and inviting. PROVIDE RECREATIONAL EXPERIENCES PROTECT ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES The Junior Warriors Basketball program continues to grow in popularity, reflecting the community's enthusiasm for youth sports. This year, there is an impressive 473 registered participants, along with 64 individuals on the waitlist—an increase from the 2023/2024 season, which saw 460 registered players. This growth highlights the program’s reputation for fostering skill development, teamwork and fun. It’s exciting to see so many parents stepping up to volunteer and coach their children’s teams. Their dedication not only enriches the experience for their own kids but also helps build a stronger, more connected community. The Teen Centers adorned their sites in festive Thanksgiving decor. As the school year has progressed, more Teen Center participants have begun engaging in the monthly decoration contest. The Diablo Vista Teen Center reported that twenty of their participants worked with staff to create paper hand turkeys, pumpkins and beautiful autumn leaves! The Charlotte Wood Teen Center and its 35 participants have also increased their efforts and spiced up their kitchen with a dash of fall. 2 of 4 Environmental efforts continue with water conservation at the forefront as irrigation has been turned off during the rainy season across all parks to minimize waste. Further eco-conscious improvements were made by cleaning up debris and managing erosion at high-traffic spots to prepare for seasonal weather changes. Greenbrook Elementary School received an irrigation check, ensuring no drop is wasted, while staff removed 12 gator bags from Oak Hill Park. At Sycamore Valley Park, a failed tree was replaced, and three others were pruned. At Diablo Vista Park, two trees were replaced near the basketball courts. Irrigation systems receive regular checks and repairs to ensure efficient water usage. Additionally, 11 trees at Diablo Vista Park along Crow Canyon Road were pruned to maintain their health and appearance. SUPPORT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT In November, the Town’s facilities continued to serve the community, providing a variety of events and experiences. A total of 19 picnic rentals were made across four parks, serving 628 community members. These gatherings included: Seven picnics at Hap Magee Ranch Park Six picnics at Osage Station Park Five picnics at Sycamore Valley Park Two picnics at Oak Hill Park There were 20 facility rentals throughout the month, hosting a total of 1,400 guests. These included: Five parties Two fundraisers Nine meetings Four celebrations of life The most popular venue for November was Oak Hill Park, with nine rentals, followed by the Veteran’s Memorial Building with five rentals and the Danville Community Center with three rentals. Other venues that hosted events included: Mt. Diablo Room at the Danville Library- one rental Town Meeting Hall- one rental Swain House at Hap Magee Ranch Park- one rental 3 of 4 35 Seniors and their families took an unforgettable journey on Friday, November 22 through Niles Canyon on the "Train of Lights." The locomotive wound through the scenic canyon, beautifully adorned with holiday lights and festive decorations that captured the season's spirit. This nostalgic ride was the perfect way for them to kick off the holidays! Camp Danville: Thanksgiving Break Camp took place at Oak Hill Park from November 25-27. This experience included a fall themed egg hunt, turkey themed crafts and games, walking around the park and sports activities. 32 campers attended each day in total, and the 3-day timeframe gave campers an opportunity to kick off their Thanksgiving Break week with the Town. 4 of 4 INCREASE CULTURAL UNITY PROJECT & EVENT UPDATES Art Exhibition: Woodworks Open Through December 13 December 2-13: Santa’s Mailbox December 3: Afternoon Tea Dance Party December 3: Holiday Luncheon December 6: Kids Night Out December 9: Senior Bingo December 12: Holiday Hangout December 13: Murder Mystery Dinner December 13 & 14: Elf Workshop December 20: Grace Cathedral SF Boys Choir Concert PROMOTE HEALTH & WELLNESS November was a busy month for rentals at the Village Theatre! Rentals kicked-off on the first of the month with a fundraiser where the renter streamed Taylor Swift’s Eras tour and had fun crafts and activities for kids and parents to enjoy. On November 2, there was a Hawaiian dance/concert. On November 3, there was an Indian dance recital and a film festival by Sam Bennet Media on November 8 followed by two Indian Dance Recitals on that Saturday and Sunday. ICDT presented Jungle Book Kids that ran until the weekend before Thanksgiving. On November 30, The Best Intentions performed a holiday-themed show full of R&B hits, Motown Classics as well as holiday music to bring in the spirit of the season. Over 200 patrons attended the event.