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HomeMy WebLinkAbout121025-07.1 December 2025 Activities ReportAUGUST 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. ATTACHMENT A STRENGTHEN COMMUNITY IMAGE AND SENSE OF PLACE STRENGTHEN SAFETY & SECURITY 1 of 7 The Town of Danville geared up for the start of the annual sports field use moratorium to ensure the parks and facilities were ready for the spring 2026 season. Sports field preparation and maintenance received extensive attention across multiple locations. Teams completed slit seeding and fertilization at Diablo Vista Park's two sports fields and Sycamore Valley Park's three sports fields. Topsoil and seed applications were completed at Osage Station Park while potholes were filled at Vista Grande Elementary School, Montair Elementary School and Green Valley Elementary School. Recreational facilities received attention with bocce court preparation at Sycamore Valley Park, tennis net adjustments at Osage Station Park and grass seeding at Oak Hill Park. Park beautification remained a priority with extensive tree maintenance across the system, including trimming 28 trees at Osage Station Park, eight willow trees at Oak Hill Park, 22 trees at John Baldwin Elementary School and five fruitless pear trees at Sycamore Valley Park. Rose and shrub maintenance was completed at Danville South Park and Greenbrook Elementary School while nine boxwood shrubs were planted at Hap Magee Ranch Park. Park amenities received ongoing attention with six benches refinished at Diablo Vista Park, eight benches sanded and stained at Osage Station Park and turf area renovations completed at Diablo Vista Park. Erosion control measures included installing straw waddle at Osage Station Park, Oak Hill Park and Danville South Park. Daily maintenance operations were thorough across all facilities with crews regularly blowing off play areas, walkways and courts, emptying trash cans, picking up litter and changing can liners. Special maintenance included graffiti removal, fishing string cleanup at the Oak Hill Park pond, dumpster enclosure cleaning and debris removal at various locations. Safety remains a top priority across all parks and facilities. Bi-weekly playground safety inspections were conducted at all sites, ensuring play areas remain safe for children. Monthly park inspections were also completed at all parks. PROTECT ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES 2 of 7 Infrastructure was systematically checked and repaired throughout the month. Drinking fountain maintenance was extensive with repairs completed at Osage Station Park, Oak Hill Park, Danville South Park and Hap Magee Ranch Park - which included the cleaning of all three dog park drinking fountains. Adding decomposed granite at Hap Magee Ranch Park to prevent tripping hazards, and filling potholes at Vista Grande Elementary School, Montair Elementary School and Green Valley Elementary School were some safety improvements made this month. Facility repairs to address potential safety concerns included cleaning two light covers and repair of one broken garbage can lid at Danville South Park. Additionally, the backflow cage at John Baldwin Elementary School was cleaned out to maintain proper system function. Irrigation system maintenance was conducted extensively throughout the park system to ensure efficient water use and landscape health. Major repairs included lateral lines and valve replacements at Osage Station Park, mainline repairs at Oak Hill Park's All Wars Memorial, valve repairs at Danville South Park and Sycamore Valley Park and turf area renovations with irrigation head replacements at Diablo Vista Park. Regular irrigation checks and repairs were completed at Hap Magee Ranch Park, Vista Grande Elementary School, Montair Elementary School and Green Valley Elementary School. Water conservation measures were implemented as the season transitioned, with irrigation controllers turned off at all locations to prevent unnecessary water usage during cooler weather months. PROVIDE RECREATIONAL EXPERIENCES 3 of 7 The Danville Youth Council (DYC) collected blankets for Project Linus, an organization that creates and gives no sew blankets to children in hospitals. The DYC had collection bins at the Danville Community Center, the Danville Library, Danville Senior Center, Stone Valley Middle School, Monte Vista and San Ramon Valley High Schools, as well as the Athenian School from November 5–30. The DYC and local volunteers created blankets with the donated supplies on December 7. A total of 14 participants at the November 7 Kids Night Out watched Encanto, made a candle craft, played games and munched on popcorn while watching the movie! Kids Day Out on November 10 was a jungle theme and kids made a slithering snake craft, painted pet rocks and played on the playground together. Kids Night Out on November 21 with 16 participants enrolled had a Curious George theme where participants made a yellow hat craft and enjoyed a movie along with games. Camp Danville: Thanksgiving Break was full with 22 kids enrolled. It was a fun-filled three days with games, activities and outdoor fun. For the first time in several years, the Town of Danville is excited to announce that Adult Basketball will continue into the winter! The winter league will tip off in January with registration opening this month. 4 of 7 The Friendsgiving Dessert Recipe Swap was a fun social event where 14 participants fostered a meaningful social engagement during the week of Thanksgiving. Attendees enjoyed complimentary coffee and desserts while sharing their favorite recipes which encouraged interaction and conversation among both new and longtime friends. In addition, a collection of recipes was compiled from the Recreation, Arts & Community Services team to share as a token of friendship for the seniors as a take home keepsake. The Town officially wrapped up its fall adult sports season. There was strong participation this season with 16 teams competing across two days in Adult Softball, 60 teams playing across four nights in Adult Bocce and six teams joining the Adult 5x5 Basketball League. The Town extends its appreciation to all participants, congratulates the season’s winners and looks forward to welcoming everyone back in the spring. The Town of Danville is gearing up for another exciting season of Junior Warriors Basketball! Teams are being formed and practices begin in December. Games will tip off in January and it will be a fun and competitive season ahead. Go Warriors! 5 of 7 INCREASE CULTURAL UNITY PROMOTE HEALTH & WELLNESS SUPPORT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT The fall exhibition, Melded Metals, continues to draw many people into the Art Gallery. This exhibition features five artists who have transformed metal into extraordinary beauty. Melded Metals is open through December 19. The last Buzz Session presented by the San Ramon Valley Fire District at the Danville Senior Center took place November 18 with 31 seniors in attendance. This session was titled Fire Extinguisher Use & Safety. This Buzz Session series that took place September-November provided practical, potentially lifesaving information and empowered participants to better protect themselves, their families and their homes. The Facilities team had a packed month, managing more than 72 permits spanning indoor rentals, tennis courts, picnic areas and field use. Activity stayed strong across the board with 23 picnic reservations, 21 indoor bookings and eight tennis permits keeping facilities busy and Danville’s spaces in steady rotation. 6 of 7 On November 14, the annual Murder Mystery Dinner returned with an exciting Mafia Wedding theme. One guest from each table was assigned a character to play while the other guests worked in teams to solve the mystery. This event was sold out with 50 attendees and 10 on the waitlist. On November 2, Liz Grant returned to perform and record a comedy special at the Village Theatre. 130 attendees got two specials for the price of one deal as local comedian David Van Avaermate also performed. The Town’s first permanent public art project, Acorns of the Old Oak, was installed the week of November 17. Ten bronze acorns created by artist Chad La Fever were placed in specific locations around downtown Danville. 7 of 7 PROJECT & EVENT UPDATES Art Exhibition: Melded Metals Exhibition Open Through December 19 December 2: Afternoon Tea Dance Party December 5: Kids Night Out December 8: Holiday Celebration Series- The Price is Merry December 9: Holiday Celebration Series- Holiday Walk and Shop Local December 10: Holiday Celebration Series- Present Wrapping Workshop December 11: Holiday Celebration Series- Festive Holiday Crafting December 12 & 13: Elf Workshop December 20: Grace Cathedral- Men and Boys Choir Senior Trip On November 29, The Best Intentions returned to the Village Theatre to perform their Holiday Show. A total of 235 tickets were sold. This concert featured Motown classics as well as R&B and soulful variations of holiday classics, putting guests in brighter spirits for the holidays. The Village Theatre also hosted several rentals the month of November, which included a Film Festival by Sam Bennett Media, a seminar for Keller Williams Danville, an Arrangetram and an Indian Comedy Show. I Can Do That Theatre also performed their fall performance of The Lion King.