SUBJECT: Staff Report
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July is National Parks & Recreation Month
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DEPARTMENT: Parks & Recreation
PRESENTER: Farrell Buller, Parks & Recreation Director
FISCAL INFORMATION: N/A
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation
Proclaim July 2016 as Parks & Recreation Month in Erie
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SUMMARY AND BACKGROUND OF SUBJECT MATTER:
Since 1985, the National Recreation and Parks Association has designated the month of July as National Parks & Recreation Month. Parks and Recreation agencies across the country will utilize this acknowledgement as a time to pull their communities together, get involved in great outdoor activities, and advocate for parks and recreation.
The 2016 theme for National Parks and Recreation Month: Discover Your Super Powers. Captain Community, the Green Guardian and the Fit Twins will guide you on your adventure during Park and Recreation Month. This July, discover your super powers at your local parks and rec! When we work together to further health and wellness, conservation and social equity efforts, awesome things happen!
This year, we will again be offering opportunities for the community to become involved and share their Parks and Recreation experiences in the Town of Erie. From free swimming day to prize loaded contests we anticipate engagement and excitement from people of all ages and abilities.
We look forward to serving Erie residents and visitors in July as we do our part of building community through the delivery of exceptional parks, open spaces, trails, facilities, programs and services. We will continue to elevate your experience in Parks and Recreation. As part of a nationwide campaign to enhance awareness of the value of parks and recreation, we request that the Mayor formally proclaim July 2016 as “Parks & Recreation Month” in the Town of Erie.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Proclamation
2. 2016 Parks & Recreation Month Calendar