California Parks & Recreation, Winter 2024, Vol. 80, No. 1 by Alisha Herriott

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IN THIS ISSUE COLUMNS

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Message from the President............... 6

Advertising Index................................42

From the Executive Director...............9

CPRS Buyer’s Guide........................... 44 CPRS Spotlights................................. 55

FEATURES Financial Sustainability Certification Program................................................ 10 How Public Art Can Help Your Community Shine................................ 13

New Tish Tang Mural, a Celebration of Hoopa Culture........ 18 Palm Springs Special Events............. 20 2024 CPRS Connections Conference & Expo Preview............. 26 Guiding Lights...................................... 61

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On the cover: Forever Marilyn Statue in Palm Springs, Photo by: Todd Pernsteiner

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CALIFORNIA PARKS & RECREATION MAGAZINE EDITOR Stephanie Stephens, CAE Executive Director stephanie@cprs.org

MANAGING EDITOR Alisha Herriott Communications and Marketing Manager alisha@cprs.org

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CALIFORNIA PARKS & RECREATION (ISSN 0733-5326) is published quarterly by the California Park & Recreation Society, Inc., 7971 Freeport Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95832-9701. Opinions expressed in credited articles are those of the author and not necessarily those of the society. Subscription rate is $30.00 per year and is included in membership dues. Individual subscriptions apart from CPRS membership are available only to colleges, libraries and members of CAPRCBM. Single copy price for all other issues is $7.50 for members and $12.50 for nonmembers. Periodicals postage paid at Sacramento, California, and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to CALIFORNIA PARKS & RECREATION, 7971 Freeport Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95832-9701. Send manuscripts, query letters and artwork to Alisha Herriott. Advertising materials should be sent to Todd Pernsteiner at todd@pernsteiner.com or call (952) 841-1111. Guidelines for submitting articles and advertising rates are available from same address, or from the CPRS website. (www.cprs.org). ©2024, California Park & Recreation Society, Inc.

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2023-2024 CPRS BOARD OF DIRECTORS PRESIDENT Doug Grove, RLA, ASLA, LEED AP RHA Landscape Architects 951-781-1930 dougg@rhala.com PRESIDENT-ELECT Kyla Brown, CPRE Riverside County Regional Park & Open Space District 951-955-4398 kylabrown@rivco.org VICE PRESIDENT Cindy Bagley City of Rohnert Park 707-588-3452 cbagley@rpcity.org SECRETARY-TREASURER Victoria Reyna, CPRP City of Lancaster 951-727-3524 vreyna@jcsd.us

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REGION 1 REPRESENTATIVE (Dist 1, 2, 3) Adam Chow, CPRP City of San Ramon 925-973-3321 achow@sanramon.ca.gov

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REGION 2 REPRESENTATIVE (Dist 4, 5, 6) Patricia Mullan City of Menlo Park 650-330- 2225 pmullan@menlopark.gov

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REGION 3 REPRESENTATIVE (Dist 7, 8, 15) Lauren Cronk Standard School District 661-392-2110 lcronk@standarschools.net

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REGION 4 REPRESENTATIVE (Dist 11, 13, 14) Candice Smith City of Ontario 909-395-2020 csmith@ontarioca.gov REGION 5 REPRESENTATIVE (Dist 9, 10, 12) Jenni Worsham City of Fountain Valley 714-593-4447 jenni.worsham@fountainvalley.org SECTION REPRESENTATIVES Administrators, Recreation and Recreation Therapy Janine Andrade City of Bell 323-773-1596 jandrade@cityofbell.org Aging, Aquatics, Development & Operations and Educators Teri deRosier Cosumnes Community Services District 916-405-5605 TerideRosier@CosumnesCSD.gov Please contact any Board Member with questions or concerns.

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Message from the President

Finding New Perspectives for Our Profession As we step into the New Year, I am time of transition and growth for our genuinely excited about the state industry. of our organization. The enthusiasm Recognizing this pivotal moment in I witnessed at the numerous CPRS our industry, my keynote addresses events I attended throughout the past throughout the state this past year has been truly uplifting. What’s fall focused on leadership. The particularly encouraging is that each central theme revolved around the event drew a significant number of significance of Leadership Character first-time attendees, making up at and its pivotal role in effective least 50% of the participants. Many of leadership. I used the metaphor of an them shared that it was their iceberg to illustrate first experience at a this concept, CPRS event. This SKILLS highlighting not only points that while towards growth CHARACTER skills represent but also highlights the visible 10% the success of our above the water, outreach initiatives character constitutes in attracting and the substantial 90% involving new members. beneath the surface. It’s It’s exciting to witness the motivation, the heart, the industry undergo a and the essence that colors significant transformation, every action of a leader. I with the retirement of shared the profound words outstanding, long-time of John Wooden: “Be more leaders making way for a new concerned with your character generation to step into leadership than your reputation, because roles. This “changing of the guard” your character is what you really presents a unique opportunity for are, while your reputation is merely fresh perspectives and innovative what others think you are.” This quote approaches, as the new leaders take encapsulates the core of authentic the reins with enthusiasm, ready to leadership. Our ultimate goal is to lead their agencies to unprecedented become a Servant Leader because at heights. The continuous flow of the end of the day what matters most funding from both Federal and State is what we have done to serve others. sources further adds momentum to To demonstrate Leadership Character, the aspirations of our outstanding I utilized the steps outlined in The profession. It’s indeed an exciting Heart of Leadership: Developing

Leadership Character by Mark Miller. My presentation centered around his five pivotal points, each serving as a cornerstone for cultivating Leadership Character: Think of Others First: Placing the needs and interests of others at the forefront is foundational for effective leadership. It establishes a culture of collaboration and mutual support. As Martin Luther King, Jr. said “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’. Expect the Best: Nurturing a positive mindset and setting ambitious expectations creates an environment where both the leader and the team are motivated to strive for excellence. It sets the tone for a culture of optimism and achievement. Respond with Courage: Leadership often demands navigating challenges and making tough decisions. Responding with courage, especially in difficult situations, showcases resilience and instills confidence in the leader’s capabilities. Nelson Mandela famously said “I learned that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it. The brave man is not he who does not feel afraid, but he who conquers that fear.” continued on page 8…

The enthusiasm I witnessed at the numerous CPRS events I attended throughout the past year has been truly uplifting. What’s particularly encouraging is that each event drew a significant number of first-time attendees, making up at least 50% of the participants. 6 CALIFORNIA PARKS & RECREATION | WINTER 2024

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Hunger for Wisdom: The relentless pursuit of knowledge and wisdom is a key driver for leadership growth. It signifies an eagerness to embrace new ideas, diverse perspectives, and a commitment to continuous personal development. “Wisdom is not a product of schooling but the lifelong attempt to acquire it,” Albert Einstein. Accept Responsibility: Taking full ownership of decisions and actions, whether they lead to success or setbacks, is a hallmark of strong leadership. It fosters trust and a sense of accountability within the team. Remember that “You cannot escape the responsibility of tomorrow by evading it today,” Abraham Lincoln. By centering our attention on these fundamental principles, the goal is to lay a solid groundwork for the development of Leadership Character. This not only positions a leader as someone others naturally want to follow but also aims to set a high standard for those we lead to emulate. It’s about creating a positive influence that extends beyond individual leadership to inspire those around us. Ready to take on a new leadership challenge? Sometimes, we need to step out of what feels familiar to make progress in our careers or personal lives. Staying where it’s safe won’t move us forward. It’s about taking that first step into something different that can lead us to exciting leadership opportunities and personal satisfaction. Are you up for this new adventure?

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From the Executive Director

Advancing California’s Park & Recreation Profession With an eye toward the future, your CPRS State Board and HQ team have spent the past year working on a new strategic framework for CPRS. This framework will serve as the pillars guiding all CPRS programs and services across various levels, including District, Section, Region, HQ, and State Board. These pillars are designed to align goals at all levels of CPRS, ensuring a collective focus on creating a thriving CPRS Community, Advancing the park and recreation profession, sharing Resources, and fostering professional and leadership Development.

What about the VIP plan of the late 1990’s or the California Action Plan, developed in 2019? Both are still valuable guiding documents, advancing the park and recreation profession here in California. And, both helped inform this new strategic framework. The principles and tools outlined in both the VIP plan and CAP live on in this new strategic framework providing a valuable resource for all CPRS members.

As the 2024-2025 Board is installed and the next leadership year begins, there will be more information shared about these new pillars. The emphasis is on members not just understanding but also feeling the impact of these pillars in every program and service offered by CPRS, regardless of when, how, or where you choose to engage. Namaste my friends! Stephanie Stephens CPRS Executive Director

CPRS STRATEGIC FRAMEWORK ADVANCING CALIFORNIA’S PARK & RECREATION PROFESSION

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Connecting one another through the passion of the profession

Communicating and demonstrating the importance of parks and recreation as a vital community service

A variety of tools that help elevate the profession

Learning and leadership opportunities that strengthen professionals

A ‘community’ could be your District, the board or committee you currently serve on, the Region or Section you belong to, or even the entire CPRS Community! Our focus here is ensuring CPRS members and those wanting to become members - feel welcome, and like they are an important part of the CPRS Community.

Encompassing legislative advocacy, our main focus here is about telling our story in the most compelling way.

Filling up that tool box is the main focus in this pillar.

Growth is the main focus point in this pillar. We’ll be inviting you to stretch yourself as a professional in new and exciting educational offerings. Developing leadership pathways is also a high level goal set by your State Board and HQ as we encourage you to be your best.

Inviting our elected officials, partners, user groups, and other industries to also tell our story is a major focus in this pillar.

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Using the core competencies and goals outlined in the CAP, we’re working to promote tools already available, share tools in an effective way, and develop new tools for the future.

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Professional Development Opportunities Financial Sustainability Certification Program As park and recreation professionals, we are privileged to be the stewards of taxpayer dollars. Each and every day we get to spend their money. What a responsibility! We hold in our hands the power to impact communities by how we manage these resources. How we spend, how we generate revenues, and how we work to create a financially sustainable future for our organizations and for the field of parks and recreation.

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The WHAT Two and a half days of inspiring, transformative education. You and your team will walk away with actionable steps to create a financially sustainable future for your department and your entire organization.

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The LEADER: Jamie Sabbach, 110% Jamie has spent her entire adult life serving the public park and recreation profession. Afforded opportunities few will ever have, she has been a practitioner, an educator, and consultant. She speaks from a place of experience, realism, and observation. Jamie has taught hundreds of professional development and training programs across North America and Europe and has had the privilege of testifying in front of the United States Congress on the critical importance of public lands and recreation. She currently works alongside organizations from coast to coast assisting them in creating financially sustainable service models for their communities. She also teaches financial management at Indiana University in the School of Public Health’s masters program. n

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How Public Art Can Help Your Community Shine By Marija Nelson Bleier, Public Art Manager, Public Art Program/Bedford Gallery

Can you remember the last time you walked by a public work of art? Did you pause to think about how it got there? The artwork you see installed in a city plaza, park or near a building entrance is just the tip of the iceberg; it’s the result of many collaborators bringing to fruition something that makes a statement, draws interest, inspires and educates passersby. In Walnut Creek, California, the City and its engaged residents have seen the value and are dedicated to building one of the region’s most vibrant public art scenes. Let’s take a look at the process.

livability of a community. It can be found in a variety of forms including sculpture, murals, fountains and more, in addition to functional forms such as benches, fences and delineated pathways. All such examples contribute to the vibrancy of a community either through visual and intellectual provocation or through functionality and enhanced practical uses. • Public art plays an important role in expressing community values and enhancing the environment. • Public art contributes to the cultural and aesthetic aspects of public spaces within a city, fostering community pride.

Another hugely important benefit is economic prosperity. Americans for the Arts recently released findings from their major study, Arts & Economic Prosperity 6, siting that nonprofit arts and culture organizations and their audiences in the U.S. generated $151.7 billion in economic activity in 2022. It’s crucial to keep this important benefit in mind when fundraising and making a case to your community about the value of the arts and, specifically, public art as communities with a strong public art presence become cultural destinations. A high-profile work of art will attract visitors from outside the community becoming a landmark piece that drives tourism to your

Benefits of Public Art Public art exists within cities as municipally owned and managed public art or privately owned and managed art for public enjoyment. The artwork may be a permanent installation, or it may be installed with the intention of short-term or temporary display. Either way, the benefits to the community are myriad:

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• Public art is art for everyone! No ticket fee or cost of admission is required to enjoy the experience. Works are created with the intention of being placed in highly visible and accessible areas to allow for engagement and enjoyment by everyone who sees it. • Public art plays an important role in enhancing the overall aesthetics and

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PUBLIC ART city. For example, the City of Walnut Creek is proud to have in its collection a unique piece by Seyed Alavi, titled Fountain Head (shown at right). The artist says of this work, “In this piece I combine the concepts of water as a source of life, with the mythological connection of wisdom and the fontanel—the soft spot on a baby’s head. In Greek mythology, Athena, the Greek goddess of Wisdom, was born from the head of Zeus.” When the work was installed, it made quite an impact on Walnut Creek and drew much attention, landing on CNN’s Top 15 Fountains in the World list in 2014.

Who’s Involved When cities initiate a public art project or a private developer chooses to add public art onsite, there are many factors at play. No two public art projects are alike, and most projects require the collaboration of many different parties to accomplish the installation. For example, in Walnut Creek, which features a robust public art collection comprised of murals, sculpture, fountains and installations, each of these fantastic works took a great deal of teamwork to realize. The process begins with arts administrators, such as a public art manager and/or public art coordinator, who are responsible for developing and executing a public art project and bringing together all the different parties to install a substantial and meaningful artwork. In addition to a city’s arts administrators, a project might call for the expertise and insight of city planners, engineers, architects, landscape and maintenance teams, traffic and safety teams, the city attorney, a risk management team, arts commissioners or arts advisory boards, and city council members, as well as outside contractors such as independent art advisors, fabricators, handlers, installers, and of course, the artist. All these parties must collaborate to realize the ultimate goal of creating and installing artwork that is not only aesthetically engaging, but also uniquely reflects the community where it is being

installed, ensuring that it will remain relevant and safe for years to come.

Planning Considerations A public art plan and art ordinance is critical to helping staff and key stakeholders determine guidelines to follow for each project. Although each project will be unique, it is also important that the way the projects are implemented adheres to a consistent set of rules and guidelines to help maintain the integrity of each project. Budget is a major consideration when developing a plan to implement public art. Where is the funding coming from for your project? Some cities, like Walnut Creek, have a percent for public art requirement, which dictates that 1% of the total new construction cost of any private or public building (or a half a percent for nonprofit and healthcare facilities) goes toward public art either by installing art onsite or contributing to a Public Art Fund. Some cities derive their funding from private donors, a “friends of” group, or other nonprofit organizations that contribute to the arts.

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Next, there is a plethora of aspects to consider when it comes to planning a public art project, such as location, safety, fabrication, installation, care and maintenance. Organizing an artist selection panel is a good step, as they can help determine budget, artist, fabricator and installer and maintenance.

Ongoing Support & Promotion Marketing the artwork is another important aspect. Once the work is installed, it is critical to make sure that the community knows it’s there, who made it, and its significance. Art that is for everyone is an asset to any community that has expressed a commitment toward diversity, equity and inclusion. Having a significant work of art in place helps foster community pride, so spread the word! Post about new projects on your city’s social media accounts, include information in your email newsletters, and reach out to local media with a prepared press release, access for interviews, or an invitation to check out the work.

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PUBLIC ART Another creative way to provide ongoing promotion of your established public art pieces is creating walking tours and scavenger hunts. The City of Walnut Creek provides printable self-guided scavenger hunts for people of all ages to enjoy independently. Additionally, the City has such a large collection of public art that there are four distinct Public Art Walking Tour routes that community members and visitors attend each month (April – November) to learn more about the history and details of each piece in the collection. The art tours are a fun way to connect with other arts appreciators and learn more about the values and ideals of the community. These fantastic walking tours are led by volunteer docents who have a passion for art and wish to spend time sharing their knowledge with the community. The City of Walnut Creek is a community comprised of arts appreciators; they know the value of good art and arts programming and how invaluable the arts are to the vibrancy and economic prosperity of their city. Although the process of implementing public art efforts can be complex, the result is a thriving community with a distinct personality. n

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The City of Walnut Creek is a community comprised of arts appreciators; they know the value of good art and arts programming and how invaluable the arts are to the vibrancy and economic prosperity of their city.

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New Tish Tang Mural

Greets Visitors with a Celebration of Hoopa Culture By Hoopa Valley Tribe

Muralist Carl Avery was commissioned to design the mural under the Clean California Hoopa Four project–a $5 million award granted to the Hoopa Valley Tribe under Governor Gavin Newsom’s $1 billion initiative to clean California and beautify public spaces. “I hoped to tell the story of Hoopa with this particular piece,” Avery said. “Many of the things I’ve painted– ceremonial dances, animals, women cooking acorns with hot rocks–are things I saw while growing up here. It’s easy for me to paint the things I know and have seen all of my life.” Hoopa Parks and Recreation along with Avery, who now has painted five murals throughout Hoopa and dozens more regionally and beyond, began preparing the retaining wall

Photo: Carl Avery Studios

On December 15, the Hoopa Valley Tribe unveiled the nearly completed Tish Tang Mural which depicts a scene that celebrates Hoopa culture with bold colors, traditional designs and wildlife that together capture the beauty and essence of the river and the Hoopa people.

at Tish Tang Campground in early September. First they removed the previous mural, which was well-loved by the Hoopa Community and visitors since 1989. “I am excited to see Carl Avery Jr.’s new mural at the Tish Tang Campground. He is an incredible artist,” said Deborah McConnell, who was the lead artist on the 1989 mural, which incorporated art from a team of youth who sought to curb the graffiti problem on the retaining wall. “I proposed to the U.S. Forest Service that we do a culturally relevant youth project. We accomplished much more than I ever anticipated. The mural lasted nearly 35 years. The old mural

was beyond repair and it is time for something new. Thank you, Carl.” Avery said he grew up seeing the previous mural when his family would visit Tish Tang. “I really want to make Hoopa proud of this piece while representing all of the best and beautiful highlights of the community.” The new mural at Tish Tang is just the first of many improvements planned throughout the Hoopa community. Three other popular locations in the Hoopa Valley, including the Neighborhood Facilities, Pookeys Park, and the Rodeo Grounds will also be improved as part of the project.

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From left: Preston Allen, Stuart, Robert and Deborah McConnell, Carl Avery, Jordan Hailey. Nathan Sanger, Jaclyn Robinson, Walter Gray III, Tashina James, Inker McCovey, Alex Hodge, Merv George III, Brian Weekly

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Tecolote Shores South Destination Playscape Photo: Caltrans District 1

San Diego’s newest inclusive and immersive play garden on the shores of beautiful Mission Bay. Left to right: new muralist, Carl Avery, original wall muralist, Deborah McConnell, and Hoopa Valley Tribe Parks and Recreation Director, Inker McCovbey.

Photo: Carl Avery Studios

The construction plans for the Hoopa Four Project are nearly complete and are anticipated to be put out for bidding by local contractors at the beginning of 2024. The contractor selected for the project will start construction when the weather improves some time in Spring, with construction set to be completed by June of 2024. n

Clean California Local Grant Program The Clean California Local Grant Program (CCLGP), established under Assembly Bill 149 (Sec.16) as part of the broader Clean California (Clean CA) initiative, allocates approximately $100 million from the FY 2023-2024 State budget to enhance local streets, roads, tribal lands, parks, pathways, and transit centers. The program, aimed at combatting litter accumulation, incorporates beautification measures and public art, coupled with litter removal efforts. Guidelines for the program’s development and management were formulated through collaboration with Caltrans, local government agencies, transit agencies, and tribal governments. The funding, contingent on the FY 23-24 State Budget, imposes a maximum grant award of $5 million, with no minimum, and encourages competitiveness for smaller projects under $3 million to ensure timely completion by June 30, 2026. Agencies can submit multiple applications, potentially receiving multiple awards within the specified limit. Learn more about the grants available at www.grants.ca.gov/?s

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Member Events in Focus: Palm Springs

Our City slogan is “Like No Place Else,” and it is so relevant when it comes to all things Palm Springs Special Events. What makes Palm Springs Special Events unusual, is not the number of events or type of events, and not that we have the longest running weekly arts and crafts festival in California, but that our tiny town (45,000 population off-season, 100,000 plus during tourist season) produces the same number of events that larger cities do, and we do it in style!

Like No Place Else – We celebrate history with celebrations and events galore. Don’t miss your chance to visit the Forever Marilyn Monroe statue, located downtown. She stands 26 feet tall and is one of Palm Springs’ most visited attractions. This is Marilyn’s second visit to Palm Springs, and we celebrated her return to Palm Springs, as only Palm Springs can do. Nearly 15,000 people gathered

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Palm Springs has the unique ability to take a small event and make it something special. Who else celebrates their City’s 85th Anniversary by gathering cars to represent each of the 85 years of City incorporation, beginning with a 1938 Chevrolet Master Deluxe - think 1930s era gangster cars - followed by vintage autos from each of the

ensuing years, all the way up to a shiny red 2023 Corvette, parade them throughout the City and then hand out over 8,500 cupcakes to the public. Palm Springs does! I love to tell people that Palm Springs will celebrate ANYTHING! We plant a tree in Palm Springs, and we will celebrate that planting, in style.

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upon her return for an unveiling like no other. With only a giant parachute big enough to cover her, the Palm Springs Fire Department (using a ladder truck) unveiled Marilyn and welcomed her back home. Live entertainment, hundreds of Marilyn look-a-likes, and a spectacular array of fashion from the late 50s and early 60s created a special event like only Palm Springs can do. And don’t miss the birthday party a few people hold for her every year! Like No Place Else – Palm Springs has the longest running weekly art and craft fair in California known as VillageFest. Every Thursday night, downtown Palm Springs transforms into a festive pedestrian street fair. VillageFest, one of Palm Springs greatest achievements, was started in 1991 by the thenMayor Mr. Sonny Bono, the well-known singer and entertainer who famously performed with thenwife Cher in the 1960s. The original idea was to create an event on Thursday night to help attract weekend travelers to come a day earlier and increase hotel nights for our hospitality industry. In true local government fashion, the City Council and the Chamber of Commerce put together a committee to create the first VillageFest. Fun fact: the very first night of VillageFest, it rained, and the event had to be postponed! (Auspicious start, just like good luck at weddings!). While the event has evolved over the past 32 years, it still resembles its small-town original vision with new artists and mom-and-pop sellers starting their journey to become small business owners. You can find unique food vendors and lots of interesting entertainment. The name VillageFest originates because our downtown area was historically called “The Village.” And if you have ever

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attended the event, it is a festival. Thus, Palm Springs VillageFest.

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Like No Place Else – VillageFest takes place every Thursday, (except Thanksgiving). At the height of the season, the event has over 200 weekly vendors. When it’s 120 degrees, you can still find us out on Palm Canyon Drive. We may have less vendors, but we are still functioning with well over 5,000 people in attendance on a weekly basis. During the summer months, the Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism markets to our European neighbors to attract visitors who do not mind the heat. VillageFest is run and operated by the City of Palm Springs, however, it is governed by a Board of Directors, and single-handedly managed by 1.5 city staff.

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Like No Place Else – VillageFest is utilized as an incubator for future businesses to become local merchants and continue to foster our local economy on a grander level. VillageFest has been a catalyst for a large number of small shops to become businesses in Palm Springs and the Greater Coachella Valley. VillageFest takes great pride in the ability to host events, within an event. We have been the host to American Idol, Comic Cons Zombie Walk and the kick-off to COACHELLA. You can catch

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the City of Palm Springs Mobile Recreation Department at VillageFest once a month providing interactive activities for the youth and families visiting VillageFest. Like No Place Else – Palm Springs Special Events is forward looking, but we appreciate and learn from our past, and we embrace and cherish celebrating our native history. Palm Springs is Native land, the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians is a federally recognized tribe of the Cahuilla Native people. Their creation as a federally recognized entity can be traced to the early 19th century. The City of Palm Springs values the continued partnership with the native members of our community and in turn, The City of Palm Springs celebrates the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians history, and many current contributions by hosting one of the City’s favorite cultural events, KEWIT, which is a celebration of cultural awareness and the embracement of the beauty of our City’s history. As Parks and Recreation professionals, it is incumbent upon us to ensure that their stories are told,

and are told with value, respect and appreciation. Like No Place Else – Coordinating and producing Special Events is in our DNA, as it is a necessity. Tourism is one of the main revenue streams for the City of Palm Springs, and we are very dependent on the transient occupancy tax (TOT) it produces. Special Events, both large scale and smaller scale, bring residents and visitors alike to the city where they spend their hard-earned dollars resulting in an increase in sales tax, TOT, and even home sales. Over the years, the Palm Springs Pride Festival has brought so many visitors who come for the event, love the welcoming spirit of the City, and that has translated into home-buying for many first and second homes here. With the advent of Coachella and Stagecoach concert events located further down valley, we host many visitors to the area during those weekends, who help fill our coffers. These financial boosts help the City to continue to provide needed services for our residents and visitors alike and help improve our quality of life here in the desert. Many of the funds translate

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to more parks, more recreation programs and a genuine love for all things, Palm Springs. In 1991, Donald Getz, author and leading scholar in the fields of tourism and events studies, defined special events as “an opportunity for leisure, social or cultural experience outside the normal range of choices and beyond everyday experiences.” As Parks & Recreation Professionals, we often forget the importance of special events, how when we gather our community, and visitors, there is a collective joy that emanates from the people and spaces where our events take place. It is important to be reminded that festivals and events are sparks for wellbeing, they inspire future generations, create lifelong memories, and they provide support for communities to move forward, and for diverse communities to be seen. In a post/current pandemic world producing and hosting special events, reminds us all of the importance of collective joy and shared excitement of coming together, and that is, All of our Place. Palm Springs – Like No Place Else! n

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CPRS CONFERENCE & EXPO

Palm Springs 2024 February 27 – March 1, 2024 Palm Springs Convention Center https://cprsconnections2024.eventscribe.net

Connections 2024: CPRS Conference & Expo is almost here and we can’t wait to welcome you to Palm Springs! Use our conference website (cprsconnections2024.eventscribe.net) to browse sessions, get to know speakers, check out Expo Hall vendors, and start mapping out your Connections 2024 experience. Still need to book a hotel room? Use our ‘lodging’ link on the left of the main conference page! Ready to enhance your week with an intensive or extra curricular event? Check out the ‘Extras’ link! Have questions about attending? Give the HQ team a call at 916.665.2777. We’re happy to help fill you in!

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Connections … to development We’re kicking off each day with incredible speakers bringing energy and inspiration that will get you in the spirit of Connections 2024. Between our intensives, education sessions, and panel discussions, there will be no stone left unturned in exposing you to diverse perspectives relevant to our profession. With more than 70+ interactive breakout sessions, you’re bound to leave with a brand-new toolkit of skills. Aging, Aquatics, D&O, and Rec Sections, and RT Institute: your deep dive Intensives will be held on Tuesday, February 27th. From Wednesday onwards, education sessions will highlight ways to create outstanding programs, as well as market and rebrand those programs. Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be available. Register online for CEUs today!

Connections … with each other Networking is not just a side note – it’s a cornerstone of Connections 2024. It offers you the chance (yes, even you, introverts) to exchange ideas, collaborate on projects, and share your passion for parks and recreation among kindred spirits. It’s about more than exchanging business cards, education sessions are the perfect place to meet people at every stage of their careers, fostering personal and professional development. Connections also has a history of fantastic social events, and this year is no different with plenty of opportunities to meet new people and reconnect with familiar faces.

Make connections!

Connections … to the industry The Expo Hall is full of over 200 exhibitors offering products and services designed with your needs in mind. Gathering from across the country, exhibitors are ready to showcase innovative tools and ideas that will WOW your community. Prepare to meet and build relationships with companies and industry professionals, to ensure you walk away from Connections 2024 with valuable relationships and insights. For information about activities in the Expo Hall and exhibitors, see pages 31-40.

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Schedule-at-a-Glance* TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27

6:45 a.m. - 6:15 p.m......... Recreation Therapy Section Institute F 7:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m...... CFPR Foundation Cup Golf Tournament F 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m....... Park Development & Operations Symposium F 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m....... Parks Make Life Better! Tour of Palm Springs F 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m....... Certified Playground Safety Institute (CPSI) F 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m..... Youth Sports Administrator Academy Prep Session (NAYS) F 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m....... CPRS State Board Meeting 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m........ National Academic Leaders Retreat (NALR) F 12:00 - 5:00 p.m.............. Registration Area OPEN 1:00 - 5:00 p.m................ Rec Section Intensive F 1:00 - 5:00 p.m................ Aquatics Section Intensive F 1:00 - 5:00 p.m................ Aging Section Intensive F

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 28 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m........ Registration Areas OPEN 8:00 - 8:45 a.m................ Conference Rookie Meet & Greet 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m....... Certified Playground Safety Institute (CPSI) F 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m........ National Academic Leaders Retreat (NALR) F 9:00 - 10:30 a.m.............. Opening General Session 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.............. A Taste of the Exhibit Hall! Coffee & Pastries with the Exhibitors 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m..... Education Sessions 12:30 - 5:00 p.m.............. EXPO Hall OPEN 12:30 p.m.......................... Lunch is served in the Expo Hall 2:30 - 3:30 p.m................ Education Sessions 3:45 - 4:45 p.m................. Education Sessions 6:00 - 9:00 p.m............... Welcome Reception - Parkchella!

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 29 7:00 - 8:30 a.m................. Wake Up Wellness 7:00 - 11:30 a.m................ Certified Playground Safety Inspector Exam (CPSI) F 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m........ Registration Areas OPEN 9:00 - 10:30 a.m.............. General Session & Awards Celebration 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m..... EXPO Hall OPEN 10:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.... Rising Stars and Guiding Lights Brunch F 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m..... Education Sessions 12:00 p.m.......................... Lunch is served in the Expo Hall 2:45 - 3:45 p.m................. Education Sessions 4:00 - 5:00 p.m................ Education Sessions 6:00 - 8:00 p.m............... Cornhole Finale & PS Village Fest!

FRIDAY, MARCH 1, 2024 7:00 - 8:00 a.m................ Wake Up Wellness 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m...... Registration Area OPEN 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.............. Education Sessions 9:15 - 11:15 a.m.................. CPRS Leadership Launch Meeting 10:15 - 11:15 a.m................ Education Sessions 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m..... Closing General Session *Schedule is subject to change. F Extra Fee

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Registration Registration rates as of January 18, 2024 and on-site: CPRS Member Rate Full Registration........................................... $590 (excluding intensives and some special events)

Non-Member Rate Full Registration............................................ $770 (excluding intensives and some special events)

CPRS Student Member Rate...................... $150 Active Retiree Member.............................. $200 DAILY RATES Wednesday Only.......................................... $320 (includes lunch and Expo Hall)

Thursday Only.............................................. $320 (includes lunch and Expo Hall)

Friday Only.................................................... $200

Keynote Speakers Baratunde Thurston (he/him) TV Host • Producer • Writer • Park Lover Photo: Erik Carter

Wed., February 28 9:00 – 10:30 a.m.

Baratunde Thurston tells a better story of us, weaving together threads of race, technology, democracy and climate through his work as an Emmy-nominated host, producer, writer, and public speaker. He is the host and executive producer of the PBS television series America Outdoors with Baratunde Thurston, creator and host of How To Citizen with Baratunde which Apple named one of its favorite podcasts of 2020, and a founding partner of the new media startup Puck. His comedic memoir, How To Be Black, is a New York Times best-seller. In 2019, he delivered what MSNBC’s Brian Williams called “one of the greatest TED talks of all time.” Baratunde is unique in his ability to integrate and synthesize different and difficult topics in a style that’s intelligent, compassionate, and humorous. Baratunde serves on the boards of Civics Unplugged and the Brooklyn Public Library and lives in Los Angeles, California.

Dr. Gale K. Gorke (she/her) Founder & Executive Director, Kids Kan Inc. Specializing in both elementary and secondary levels, Dr. Gale Gorke has impacted the lives of hundreds of thousands of students, teachers, and administrators. In 2004 she created Kids Kan Inc., an international organization that specializes in curriculum design, staff development, activity selection, and program implementation. Her teaching style effectively models a keen awareness of adolescent development and brain-based learning principles, accommodating all students’ ability levels.

Thur., February 29 9:00 – 10:30 a.m.

A sought-after consultant, Dr. Gorke helped to author California state guidelines for inclusion and physical activity in afterschool programming throughout the state. An expert in kinesthetic learning through team building and psycho-motor activities, she has created programs for nationally recognized youth organizations. Gale has served as an adjunct professor in the School of Education for both La Sierra University and Chapman University. Her Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction focused on academic intervention in afterschool programs and her Ed.S. is in School Psychology.

Jason Elissalde (he/him) Vice President, Next Practice Partners Jason has nearly 25 years’ experience in training, development, and management both in the private and public sector. Within his work in the public sector with organizations such as Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Target, Jason would lead multiple teams and processes, receiving awards and commendations for his work in customer service, operational excellence, data analytics and fiscal growth.

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He would finally find his “Why” in his seven plus years at Willamalane Park and Recreation District, where he was a key part of their National Gold Medal winning team and take the lead in their, now, successful CAPRA accreditation process. He championed the District’s workplace culture, with a focus on staff development and a “mission” focused approach to problem solving, goal setting, and personal accountability. A consultant, CAPRA accreditation visitor and a passionate Disney fan (ask him about his Tinker Bell story someday) committed to being an ally for those not in the room, he routinely speaks nationally on workplace culture, change management, purpose driven leadership, and the importance of developing an emotional connection to the work we do and the communities we serve.

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Special Events DON’T MISS OUT ON THESE CONNECTIONS 2024 SPECIAL EVENTS!

Parks Make Life Better! Tour Tuesday, February 27 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Cost: $55, includes tour, light breakfast and lunch Would you like to join us for a tour around town? We’ll explore Palm Springs’ famous spots, wonderful history, and our amazing parks and recreation facilities. Depart/return from the Palm Springs Convention Center. We’ll immerse you in the charm and hidden gems of Palm Springs… Like No Place Else!

Parkchella! Wednesday, February 28 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. Jackie Lee Houston Plaza, PS Convention Center Ticket required and included in all full conference registrations Welcome to Parkchella, CPRS’s own music and art festival! Whether you dance the night away to the music of Cassie B, explore your creativity through various art installations and hands-on projects, or simply come to enjoy a lovely spring evening in Palm Springs, this evening’s events won’t disappoint. Food, live music, friends, and lots of fun await… we hope you delight in connecting at Parkchella! Thank you to our generous partners at PlayCore for once again sponsoring this fantastic event!

A Taste of the Expo Hall Wednesday, February 28 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Expo Hall After kicking off Connections 2024 with our opening general session and keynoter Baratunde Thurston, step into the Expo Hall for a morning bite of all it has to offer! Exhibitors will welcome you with coffee and pastries, while they wow you with their wares. This is a short ‘taste’ of the hall… be sure to stop in before heading into one of our nearly 100 education sessions being offered. Not to worry, the Expo Hall will also be open regular hours, Wednesday, 12:30-5:00 p.m. and Thursday, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. as well.

Cornhole Under the Stars Thursday, February 29 6:00 – 8:00 p.m Meet at Marilyn statue on Museum Way Open to all conference attendees! Picture this: Thursday night, right next to the iconic Marilyn Monroe statue on Museum Way, we will have eight sets of cornhole boards lining the street, a sports desk, not one, but two food trucks, a beer and wine bar, and a DJ! Get ready for an unforgettable night under the stars, filled with friendly competition (who will be our Cornhole Champs?), delicious bites, and endless entertainment. See you at the Llifeguard Gabethe (center) Cosumnes aquatics managers Cornhole Under Stars with social – where the fun never stops!

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Make Connections in the Expo Hall Ranked among the top three largest Park and Recreation EXPO shows nationwide, the CPRS Connections Exhibition Hall features over 200 companies and 700 industry experts. Offering a wide variety of products and services, the EXPO hall promises to spark inspiration and clue you in on the very latest technologies. Engaging with exhibitors from across the country will provide you with invaluable insights for both the current and future planning needs of your agency. The EXPO hall’s official Grand Opening is scheduled for Wednesday, the 28th, at 12:30 pm but will be open for a special event between 10:30 –

11:30 am as attendees are invited to a “Taste of the Expo Hall”. The hall will remain accessible on Thursday from 10 am to 3 pm so make sure to take advantage of all opportunities to explore the hall’s offerings. Cash and prize drawings including a $2,500 grand prize will take place both on Wednesday and Thursday during dedicated viewing times in the Expo. The silent auction is making a return, featuring fantastic items generously provided by participating vendors. All proceeds from the auction contribute to the California Foundation for Parks & Recreation. Attendees can place bids on items displayed at exhibitors’ booths, and

winners can conveniently pick up and pay for their prizes at the Conference Registration Area until 5pm on Thursday. Keep an eye out for University Row and the Best of the Best Awards Showcase. University Row is a unique opportunity to speak with professors eager to discuss research shaping the fields of leisure, recreation, and tourism professions. Award-winning agencies will showcase the programs and facilities they have developed to improve their communities. Lastly, be sure to drop by the CPRS booth and say hi to some of CPRS HQ and Sections!

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2024 Expo Exhibitors 9 Square in the Air, BOOTH 100 (877) 672-3938 ext 104 www.9squareintheair.com 9 Square in the Air® is an addictive group game that students love! It’s tons of fun for all ages. We offer portable and permanent game options that can suite any need. Your students will want to play this game for hours! ACTIVE Network, BOOTH 253 (800) 661-1196 http://www.activecommunities.com ACTIVE Network is the leading provider of recreation management software powering thousands of local communities. Acuity Brands / Holophane, BOOTH 225 (951) 236-0740 holophane.acuitybrands.com/solutions/ municipal-lighting/park-lighting Lighting in parks and recreational areas require luminaires designed to provide improved visibility, safety and security. In outdoor spaces, these luminaires must enable a cohesive aesthetic that matches the application. Combine with controls to achieve reduced energy consumption and optimized maintenance in a complete lighting package. Buy America luminaires available. A-G Sod Farms Inc., BOOTH 236 (951) 687-7581 www.agsod.com Providing quality natural turfgrass and installation since 1969, with a focus on water-conservative varieties. More than just your sod supplier, we also offer big roll installation, turf removal and replacement, and stolon/sprig installation. Visit AGSod.com for more information. Agents of Discovery, BOOTH 645 (855) 564-7328 agentsofdiscovery.com/ Agents of Discovery is a digital education technology platform that lets you transform your stories and content into interactive augmented reality (AR) experiences. AGIC Energy, BOOTH 116 (858) 842-1513 agicenery.com AGIC Energy is an independent renewable energy research, developer and energy service provider company. We drive innovation in clean energy. AGIC and its affiliated partner companies develop, own, and operate medium to large-scale renewable energy generation and storage facilities globally, including project development, renewable energy solution products.

Agorespace, BOOTH 215 +33 (077) 812-4478 www.agorespace.com Since inventing the Multi Use Games Area concept in 1989, Agorespace has installed 5000 MUGAs in 35 countries. After years of evolution and innovations, we are remaining faithful to our values of quality, durability, security, playability, sports education and aesthetics. A family-owned company, we design and manufacture in France. American Ramp Company, BOOTH 643 (417) 206-6816 www.americanrampcompany.com/ ARC has more than 25 years of experience designing and building skateparks, bike parks, and pump tracks. American Red Cross, BOOTH 218 (626) 228-4563 www.redcross.org Training Services is a division of the American Red Cross with the mission to spread knowledge and educate as many members of the national community in lifesaving procedures. Our services include training courses for CPR and AED, First Aid, BLS (Basic Life Support), Babysitting, Caregiving, Lifeguarding Water Safety, and more. Aqua Source, Inc., BOOTH 303 (800) 574-8084 www.aquasource.com Sell, install, repair and service commercial swimming pool equipment and chemical feed systems throughout California. Aquatic Design Group, BOOTH 519 (760) 438-8400 www.aquaticdesigngroup.com Architecture and design for recreation, competition and leisure aquatic facilities. Aquatic Service, Inc., BOOTH 259 (949) 573-2480 www.aquaticserviceinc.com Aquatic Service is a DIR Registered and C53, C61/D35 licensed company offering pool equipment repairs, replacement, chemical supply, and preventative maintenance. Aquatic Service is the go to company for all your aquatic needs. AQUAWORX, BOOTH 412 (727) 329-8845 www.aquaworxusa.com/ AquaWorx was founded in 2009 in St. Petersburg, Florida. AquaWorx manufactures state of the art filtration systems and immaculate water features. We are proud to be one of the few American made water feature and waterslide companies, offering you

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exceptional quality service even after the job is completed. Arborjet, BOOTH 247 (735) 981-9070 www.arborjet.com Arborjet’s committed to developing the most effective formulations and delivery systems in plant health care. ArborPro, Inc., BOOTH 208 (714) 6941924 www.arborprousa.com Architerra Design Group, BOOTH 647 (909) 484-2800 www.architerradesigngroup.com Landscape Architecture Design and Site Planning Barks and Rec, BOOTH 626 (334) 580-7014 www.barksandrec.com Innovative Premier Dog Park Equipment Designed for What Dogs and Owners Really Enjoy Doing! Battle Company, BOOTH 249 (414) 3058750 Battlecompany.com BCI Burke Playgrounds, BOOTH 534 (920) 921-9220 www.bciburke.com Commercial Playground Designer & Manufacturer Best of the Best Awards Showcase, BOOTH 574 CPRS Best of the Best Awards Showcase BMLA, Inc., BOOTH 355 (951) 737-1124 x116 www.bmla.net BMLA was established in 1987 to design landscapes that contribute to sustainable communities. Following a process that allows us to produce products as unique as our clients, BMLA’s philosophy has always been to focus on superb landscape design that is accomplished through conservation, sustainability and contribution to a lasting community. BrightLife Designs, BOOTH 652 (714) 326-8326 http://www.brightlifedesigns.com/ Decorative Commercial Lighting & Christmas Holiday Decor. Offering Purchase and Lease options, Installation, Removal and Storage BrightView Design Group, BOOTH 663 (949) 514-7906 www.brightview.com/services/design BrightView Design Group (BVDG) is an award-winning landscape architecture practice with extensive experience in designing parks, civic spaces, sports complexes, and private developments worldwide. BVDG has the added benefit of operating as part of BrightView, a

2024 Expo Exhibitors trusted and respected company that delivers the nation’s best site and landscape contracting operations. BuyBoard National Purchasing Cooperative, BOOTH 670 (425)-260-4423 www.buyboard.com The BuyBoard National Purchasing Cooperative is a comprehensive purchasing tool for local governments to lessen the purchasing burden by driving down costs and making procurement more efficient thru competitively procured contracts and documented audit trail, to assist members with compliance with local & state requirements. California Canopy, BOOTH 630 (800) 944-5187 californiacanopy.com California Canopy offers professional grade custom branded products at affordable prices, helping every school, team and business (municipality) stand out from the crowd! Products include Custom canopies, Media Backdrops, Tablecloths, Banner Flags, Floor Mats, Windscreens, Cornhole Sets, Chairs, Promotional Products and More California Park & Recreation Society, BOOTH 268 (916) 665-2777 www.cprs.org CPRS exists for the success of its members by providing, education, networking, resources & advocacy. • Administrators Section • Aging Services Section • Aquatics Section • Development & Operations Section • Recreation Section • Recreation Therapy Section California Park & Recreation Society Magazine, BOOTH 276 (916) 665-2777 www.cprs.org Come and find out more about the CPRS Parks and Recreation magazine and take a turn at being the magazine’s cover star. California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, BOOTH 160 (805) 756-1288 eim.calpoly.edu/ Cal Poly’s Experience Industry Management Department teaches students how to design, co-create, deliver and manage experiences that impact quality of life and economic vitality. This knowledge equips graduates to facilitate experiences across all sectors of industries related to tourism, hospitality, travel, event planning

California State University - Hospitality and Tourism Alliance, BOOTH 156 http://calstate.edu/hospitality We represent 15 California State University college campuses with hospitality, tourism, and recreation degree programs. We are the largest collection of these programs in the US. Cartegraph, An OpenGov Company, BOOTH 617 (800) 688-2656 www.cartegraph.com Cartegraph offers services and software to help manage assets effectively and become more productive. Christmas Light Guy Company, BOOTH 655 (888)-378-8722 www.thechristmaslightguyco.com The Christmas Light Guy Company is the premiere commercial Holiday lighting and décor company. We provide lighting installations and a broad range of décor for commercial properties, shopping centers, and cities. We are a full-service firm that is highly experienced in product sales, customer service, and professional installation. CivicPlus, BOOTH 311 (785) 560-2063 www.civicplus.com/civicrec/recreationsoftware Community Parks and Recreation Management built specifically for local government. Collette Tours, BOOTH 250 800-852-5655, Ext. 16910 www.gocollette.com/en Domestic & International Guided Vacations - With over 106 years of experience in group travel, when you book with Collette, you will book your next Parks & Recreation group with confidence. Many groups come back year after year. Have one of our experts help you plan your next group tour. Columbia Cascade Company, BOOTH 237 (503) 223-1157 columbia-cascade.com/ Makers of TimberForm playground equipment and outdoor fitness systems, site furniture and bicycle security products. Community Works Design Group, BOOTH 319 (951) 369-0700 www.cwdg.fun Award-Winning Park Planning, Landscape Architecture, and CASp/ ADA Accessibility Planning

Corona Clay Company, BOOTH 618 (951) 277-2667 coronaclayco.com/ Corona Clay has been producing raw materials since 1958. Our family-owned business has withstood the sands of time due to our high-grade clay landscaping materials and devoted team of employees. We specialize in Infield Mix, DG, BMX/RC/Motocross tracks, Tennis Courts, and Horseshoe Pits. Counsilman-Hunsaker, BOOTH 220 (314) 894-1245 counsilmanhunsaker.com Counsilman-Hunsaker offers diverse aquatic solutions for every aquatic facility. We bring aquatics to life with stunning, state-of-the-art facility design, assure facilities meet the needs of the community, and guarantee facilities run safely and sustainably for guests and operators. Whether an architect, developer, owner, or operator, Counsilman-Hunsaker brings aquatics to everyone. CSU Long Beach, BOOTH 162 https://www.csulb.edu/college-ofhealth-human-services/recreation-andleisure-studies The Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in Recreation Management, Recreation Therapy, Outdoor Recreation, and Tourism Management. CSU, East Bay Dept of Hospitality, Rec. & Tourism, BOOTH 164 (510) 885-3043 www.csueastbay.edu/hrt Offering BS and MS degrees in Hospitality and Recreation Management (including Recreation Therapy). Curo Managed Print Production, BOOTH 307 (626) 531-7525 storybookwalks.com StoryBook Walks is an exciting program by Curo Managed Print Production which publishes original children’s books along parks and trails, fostering family bonding through outdoor reading experiences. Adventure awaits with every step! StoryBook Walks is part of the many custom print and brand management programs available at Curo. CXT Precast Concrete Buildings, BOOTH 376 (303) 915-8644 www.cxtinc.com/ CXT Concrete Buildings build vault, flush, storage and concession precast buildings.

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2024 Expo Exhibitors DAHLIN Architecture | Planning | Interiors, BOOTH 560 (925) 251-7200 www.dahlingroup.com/civic DAHLIN works with parks and recreation leaders to design sustainable, long-lasting, vibrant community facilities. Dave Bang Associates, BOOTH 563 (800) 669-2585 www.davebang.com With more than 40 years of experience and all the top brands, we have you covered; no matter the project. From concept, design, planning and ordering to delivery, storage, install, service and support, our team of experts will be by your side to ensure your project’s massive success. Davey Resource Group, BOOTH 235 (916) 214-5908 www.davey.com/environmentalconsulting-services/urban-communityforestry/ Davey Resource Group provides tree inventory, software, tree care, park planning and a full range of natural resource and consulting services to municipal markets. David Evans and Associates, Inc., BOOTH 353 (909) 481-5750 www.deainc.com Landscape Architectural Design Services David Volz Design, BOOTH 530 (714) 641-1300 www.dvolzdesign.com David Volz Design (DVD) is committed to the design of creative and outstanding public spaces. We develop landscapes, parks, sports fields, streetscapes, and special environments with comprehensive geospatial solutions (GIS) integration for those who seek recreation and respite in wonderful natural environments that meet the specific needs of the communities. DaySmart Recreation, BOOTH 205 (800) 881-6515 www.daysmartrecreation.com Manage programs, events, memberships, and rentals with DaySmart Recreation’s all-in-one recreation management software solution, all while engaging your community and boosting member participation, retention, and loyalty. DuMor, BOOTH 227 (800) 598-4018 www.dumor.com/ DuMor, Inc., a proud U.S. manufacturer of site furnishings, was founded 40 years ago based on the steadfast belief in providing the best quality

product. Our extensive selection of site furnishings includes commercial outdoor benches, waste and recycling receptacles, tables, chairs, bike racks, planters, bollards, and custom site furniture.

Flexground, LLC, BOOTH 554 (916) 474-5431 www.flexground.com Recreational safety surfacing: playgrounds, sport court surfacing, splash pads, and pool decking.

Eco-Counter, BOOTH 348 (514) 849-9779 www.eco-compteur.com/en/ Pedestrians & Cyclists automated counters.

Fun Express/Oriental Trading Company, BOOTH 300 (402) 214-1059 www.FunExpress.com/corporate Crafts, art supplies, educational items, STEM, camp, and seasonal items at discounted pricing.

EcoFert, Inc, BOOTH 118 (714) 931-9055 www.ecofert.net Landscape solutions company specializing sustainability and healthy landscapes through the use of state-ofthe-art fertigation techniques. EcoSport, LLC, BOOTH 600 (225) 235-4997 www.ecoliteled.com Sports Lighting Solutions ePACT Network, BOOTH 255 (855) 773-7228 www.epactnetwork.com ePACT’s secure, HIPAA-compliant system helps recreation departments move paper medical and emergency forms online. EPDM Polymers, BOOTH 350 (888) 307-2790 epdmpolymers.com/ EPDM Polymers, based in California, specializes in supplying high-quality EPDM rubber granules to pouredin-place installers. Our strategically positioned distribution centers across the USA ensure real-time, on-theground support. We offer a complete range of polyurethane binders and buffings, making us a trusted singlesource supplier in the rubber surfacing industry. Ephesus Sports Lighting, BOOTH 202 (315) 751-0046 www.cooperlighting.com/global/ brands/ephesus Ephesus is the leading provider of LED sports lighting systems to meet the complex needs of athletic facilities of all shapes and sizes. Let our team develop a customized lighting solution and plan to upgrade your facility to give your staff and athletes the highest quality lighting. EventHub, BOOTH 254 (310) 405-9447 eventhub.net Exeloo Public Restrooms, BOOTH 500 (800) 676-5290 www.exeloo.com Exeloo is a manufacturer of public restrooms, and specializes in selfcleaning and automated features.

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Gama Sonic USA, BOOTH 314 (678) 736-8303 ext. 116 gamasonic.com/commercial-landing-2/ Gama Sonic USA, develops and manufactures high quality and sustainable commercial grade energy efficient outdoor solar powered lighting products for Parks, Trails, Walkways and Pedestrian Areas, since 2001 our multiple patented technologies have introduced innovative and cost effective outdoor solar lighting solutions that provide unsurpassed levels of illumination and reliability. GameTime, BOOTH 504 (800) 234-2440 www.gametime.com GameTime is a leading manufacturer of commercial playgrounds, custom play spaces, and outdoor fitness equipment. GoTimeControl, Inc., BOOTH 552 (630) 202-2901 www.lightsonsites.com LightsOnSites.com total control of scheduling, reservations, and billing for community facilities – anywhere & anytime! Graffiti Shield Inc, BOOTH 651 (714) 575-1100 www.graffiti-shield.com Graffiti Shield Inc is a manufacturer of surface protection / anti-graffiti films for glass, metal, mirror including most solid surfaces. We specialize in precut anti-graffiti films for public and private spaces. Grand Slam Safety, BOOTH 634 (714) 944-7027 www.grandslamsafety.com Manufacture and install Indoor/ Outdoor Safety Fencing (Permanente/ Removeable) Baseball/Softball/Soccer/ Lacrosse/Tennis. Other products Backstops/Batting cages/Gym divider curtains/Padding/Containment systems.

2024 Expo Exhibitors Green Frog Systems, Inc., BOOTH 644 (214) 838.7010 www.GreenFrogSystems.com Green Frog Systems are leaders in Smart Solar Lighting solutions. Established in Australia in 2011, and in Texas in 2018, the company designs and manufactures high quality solar street, pathway, parking lot, playgrounds, and sport court illumination systems with installations around the globe.

Icon Shelter Systems, Inc., BOOTH 513 (800) 748-0985 www.iconshelters.com Ready to transform your vision into reality? ICON offers unparalleled customer relationships, personalized design, and in-house engineering and manufacturing. We turn your ideas into iconic shelter experiences, from standard offerings to fully customized designs.

Landscape Structures, BOOTH 224 (763) 972-5200 www.playlsi.com We create innovative playground equipment for schools, parks, childcare centers, religious institutions and we are a leader in inclusive play for children and families of all abilities. SkyWays® shade structures by Landscape Structures. Aquatix® splash pads and water play by Landscape Structures

Greenfields Outdoor Fitness, BOOTH 424 (888) 315-9037 www.greenfieldsfitness.com Bring your community outdoors for an invigorating workout! Don’t miss the X-Treme Ninja Course (including the Finish Wall!) and the NEW Ninja Training Ground. Plus, see the other ways you can bring fitness to your park: Functional Fitness rigs, Professional Series with adjustable resistance, Signature Accessible™ line, and Legacy Series.

Innovative Playgrounds Company, Inc., BOOTH 640 (562) 693-5200 www.innovplay.com Sales/design, & project management for Burke playground equipment, safety surfacing, shade structures, & fitness/ sport/site amenities.

Lara International, BOOTH 257 (562) 338-6995 www.tizlo.com

Grizzly Entertainment, BOOTH 668 (929) 563-8290 grizzlyglobal.net World-leading drone light show entertainment company. Team Grizzly brings the art of drone light shows to life like never before with stunning visuals to deliver a truly unforgettable experience. Grizzly Drone Shows is revolutionizing the world of events and brand activations with its cutting-edge technology and spectacular drone light shows. HAI, Hirsch & Associates, Inc., BOOTH 420 (714) 776-4340 x108 www.hailandarch.com Landscape Architecture, Park Planning & Design. Hermann Design Group, Inc., BOOTH 231 (760) 777-9131 www.hdg-inc.com Landscape architecture, design, and planning that balances sustainability, creativity, and project budgets. Hunter Industries, BOOTH 548 (760) 583-4479 www.hunterindustries.com Hunter Industries is a family-owned manufacturer of best-in-class solutions for landscape irrigation and outdoor lighting. Hunter Industries is in over 120 countries with a complete spectrum of water- and energy-efficient solutions for residential, commercial, and golf course irrigation systems and facade lighting solutions through our FX Luminaire and Lumascape brands.

Insane Impact, BOOTH 568 (515) 221-2924 insaneimpact.com/ The Nationwide Leader of Mobile LED Screen Trailers & Video Wall Installation. No matter what, no matter where, you can create an unforgettable experience. iZone Imaging, BOOTH 219 (254) 778-0722 www.izoneimaging.com Custom high pressure laminate graphics and signage. Knorr Systems Int’l, BOOTH 417 (714) 754-4044 www.knorrsystems.com Service Supported Distributor of commercial aquatic equipment: including filtration, heating, water treatment & energy-saving systems. KOMPAN California Inc., BOOTH 256 (949) 973-1226 www.kompan.com/en/us KOMPAN is a world leader in high quality, commercial playground and outdoor sport & fitness solutions. KTUA Planning & Landscape Architecture, BOOTH 233 (619) 294-4477 www.ktua.com KTUA’s mission is to provide planning and landscape architectural services that promote the sustainable use of resources while creating inspiring and functional environments that support all human activities. KYA, BOOTH 223 (714) 659-6477 www.theKYAgroup.com KYA is a solutions driven company specializing in surfacing, landscaping, modernization, playing-fields and courts.

Lincoln Aquatics, BOOTH 443 (800) 223-5450 www.lincolnaquatics.com Distributors of commercial swimming pool and aquatic supplies since 1954. Little Tikes Commercial/All About Play/ Pacific Park & Play, LLC, BOOTHS 328/427 (714) 846-4885 www.littletikescommercial.com Innovative and custom playground equipment, exercise equipment and shade canopies represented by Pacific Park and Play, LLC and All About Play. Loco Canopies, BOOTH 204 (833) 722-6679 www.lococanopies.com Custom Canopies, Event Display Solutions, Feather Flags, Custom Umbrellas, Banners, Podiums, Graphic Design, Printing Services LPA Design Studios, BOOTH 335 (949) 261-1001 www.lpadesignstudios.com From aquatic and recreation centers to athletic facilities and stadiums, LPA creates energizing, high-performance hubs that bring people together and inspire memorable experiences. Our dedicated in-house Sport and Recreation group features architects, landscape architects and engineers— all with specialized expertise creating vibrant venues that promote engagement, fun and fitness. LPi, BOOTH 309 (800) 950-9952 x5877 www.lpisseniors.com Full color printed newsletters and management software for Recreation, Community, and Senior Centers. MAPEI, BOOTH 349 (909) 735-3227 www.mapei.com We supply products for all facets of sports construction including but not limited to synthetic turf, athletic tracks, racquet courts, and other recreational surfaces.

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2024 Expo Exhibitors Melton Design Group, Inc., BOOTH 312 (530) 899-1616 www.meltondg.com A Chico-based landscape architectural firm focusing on community improvement through design. Miracle Recreation, BOOTH 358 (800) 264-7225 www.miracle-recreation.com Supplier of playground equipment. Mobile Score, BOOTH 176 (337) 309-1656 mobile-score.com Mobile Score is a portable, light weight, multi-sport scoreboard that is controlled by our free App via Bluetooth from your phone or tablet. It’s simple… select a sport, connect to a board and Know the Score! Oh, forgot to mention…it’s completely weatherproof!!! Most Dependable Fountains, BOOTH 343 (901) 867-0039 www.mostdependable.com Manufacturer of vandal resistant, maintenance free drinking fountains, bottle fillers, showers, misters, pet fountains, etc. Motz Group, BOOTH 246 (513) 533-6452 themotzgroup.com/infills/ Motz, the makers of Envirofill and Safeshell provides progressive infills for the synthetic turf market. Murdock Manufacturing, BOOTH 320 (800) 488-8999 www.murdockmfg.com Founded in 1853, Murdock Manufacturing is the oldest continually active drinking fountain manufacturer in the United States. For centuries, people have trusted Murdock® products to supply fresh, clean water via drinking fountains and water bottle fillers. Our full product range also includes hydrants, hand washing stations, outdoor showers, and more. Musco Sports Lighting, BOOTH 324 (800) 825-6030 www.musco.com Musco specializes in the design and manufacture of sports lighting. My Bark Co., Inc., BOOTH 455 (209) 920-3525 www.mybark.net Sale of bulk landscape materials and playground safety surfacing. MyRec.com Recreation Software, BOOTH 631 (802) 465-9732 www.myrec.com/ MyRec.com is an industry leader providing a robust, web-based

software that simplifies your recreation management. It features program management, facility reservation, POS, membership tools, online registration with form creation, and in-depth reporting. MyRec.com backs you up with the best in the business support team consisting of park and recreation professionals. National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), BOOTH 375 (703) 858-2148 www.nrpa.org The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) is the leading notfor-profit organization dedicated to building strong, vibrant and resilient communities through the power of parks and recreation. NGI Sports, A Division of River City Athletics, LLC., BOOTH 316 (800) 835-0033 www.ngisports.com Innovative sports surfacing products for tennis, track, & pickle ball. No Fault, LLC, BOOTH 347 (866) 637-7678 www.nofault.com Recreational and playground safety surfacing. Noll & Tam Architects, BOOTH 240 (510) 542-2200 www.nollandtam.com/Noll & Tam Architects is a talented studio of architects promoting active community involvement and environmentally responsive design. Our Berkeley-based firm has 40 creative staff members, including 16 LEED Accredited Professionals, and 3 interior designers. We thrive on the ethos of creating uncommon spaces for the common good. NUVIS, BOOTH 318 (714) 754-7311 nuvis.net Landscape Architecture Old Town Fiberglass, BOOTH 601 (714) 633-3732 Oldtownfiberglass.com We are a manufacturer of custom fiberglass planters and site furnishings in Southern California. Omega II Fence Systems, BOOTH 416 (800) 836-6342 www.omegatwo.com For all projects Omega II has the security fence system solution. Offering in house engineering, we can customize our products to suite your needs. Our stringent attention to design details gives you a high end, high security fence solution that will blend in. It’s the art of blending in.

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ORCO Block & Hardscape, BOOTH 211 (714) 932-7120 www.orco.com Family-owned since 1946. Manufacturer of Concrete Masonry Units (CMU), Interlocking Pavingstones, Segmental Retaining Wall, and Mortars. Typical CMU uses include snack, concession, and restroom buildings. Permeable pavers allow your parking to become a stormwater infiltration system. Variety of standard pavers to add an enhanced paving element. OTTO APP, BOOTH 132 (404) -668-4242 www.theottoapp.com Facility management software Outdoor Creations, Inc., BOOTH 344 (530) 365-6106 www.outdoorcreations.com Manufacturer of precast concrete site furnishings including picnic tables, bbq’s, benches, receptacles, and signs. Outdoor Fit Exercise Systems, BOOTH 326 (902) 444-3447 outdoor-fit.com/ Outdoor-Fit Exercise Systems innovatively transforms parks and outdoor spaces into dynamic fitness hubs. Crafting durable, biomechanically correct exercise equipment, they bridge indoor gym quality with outdoor versatility. Committed to community wellness, their multifunctional equipment fosters physical, social, and mental health benefits for all ages and fitness levels. Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, BOOTH 213 (760) 325-1449 www.pstramway.com World’s largest rotating tram cars take visitors to 8,516’ to the Mt. San Jacinto Wilderness. Parkink, BOOTH 518 (800) 423-8478 parkink.us Everything Imprinted for Parks and Recreation, Camps & Community PDPlay, BOOTH 632 (760) 597-6990 pdplay.com Manufacturer and reseller of commercial playground equipment, safety surfacing and recreation site amenities. Play & Park Structures, BOOTH 408 (800) 727-1907 www.playandpark.com Commercial playground equipment that encourages imagination & builds key developmental skills.

2024 Expo Exhibitors Play Club, BOOTH 616 (472) 723-8350 www.playclub.com.mx We are a company made in Mexico. Our dream began in wood in 1999, since then we have dedicated ourselves to create, design and build, through playgrounds and urban equipment, spaces that inspire a healthier safer and happier societies for the future. PlayCore, BOOTH 404 (423) 425-3168 www.playcore.com PlayCore combines evidencebased planning tools, educational programming, and data services with the most comprehensive portfolio of play and recreation products and services available to create tailored environments that match the unique needs of each community served. Playcraft Systems, BOOTH 304 (541) 955-9199 www.playcraftsystems.com At Playcraft Systems, craftsmanship is the cornerstone of our company. Building on a foundation of sustainable materials, innovative design and our state-of-the-art manufacturing techniques, we create playground equipment and playscape experience unmatched in the industry. PlayMax Surfacing, Inc., BOOTH 264 (951) 250-6039 www.playmaxsurfacing.com Manufacture and install rubber playground safety surfaces and tiles. Poligon by Portercorp, BOOTH 356 (800) 354-7721 www.poligon.com Poligon is the World Leader in shade structures, designing over 20,000 shelters since 1964. Precision Concrete Cutting, BOOTH 124 (866) 792-8006 pccnorcal.com Precision Concrete Cutting is the forerunner with our patented technique that allows you to pay the fraction of a price for any of your sidewalk repairs. We will make sure that all of your sidewalks and pathways are fully compliant with ADA regulations. Premier Materials, BOOTH 207 (866) 219-0949 www.premier-materials.com Premier Materials supplies a full range of high-quality materials necessary for poured in place installations. Multiple shipping locations across the US, internal collection and sorting of buffings, and industry leading TruColor HP Granules are just a few of the reasons to make Premier your one stop shop for PIP materials.

Premier Polysteel, BOOTH 556 (641) 324-2750 www.premierpolysteel.com Premier Polysteel is a commercial furniture manufacturer - offering an industry best 20 Year Warranty! Pro Services General Contractors, BOOTH 352 (888) 902-3777 proservicespouredrubber.com/ Southern California’s premier general contractor specializing in poured-inplace and playgrounds. Transforming spaces since 2011, we offer comprehensive solutions planning, design, installation, and maintenance— creating vibrant recreational environments from the ground up. Productive Parks, Booth 361 (630) 765-4252 productiveparks.com Maintenance Management Software for Parks and Recreation, Web based Asset Management, Work Orders, Tasks Scheduling, Labor Tracking, Inspections, Reporting and a lot more. Public Restroom Company, BOOTH 524 (888) 888-2060 www.publicrestroomcompany.com Public Restroom Company is a design, build, and installation firm of stateof-the-art prefabricated buildings for parks and public spaces. Our buildings are designed with a focus on safety, cleanliness, ease of maintenance, vandal resistance, complete with “no smell” interiors. Turnkey solutions for whatever your project may be. QuickScores LLC, BOOTH 217 (214) 557-2777 - www.quickscores.com QuickScores is the leading online league scheduling software for youth and adult sports. League scheduling, tournament brackets, online registration, roster management, and much more! We’re dedicated to make life easier for administrators as well as the coaches, players, and parents. Sign up for a free trial today! Rain Drop Products, BOOTH 614 (951) 310-1491 www.rain-drop.com Rain Drop Products specializes in water play, custom designed water parks, spraygrounds and splash parks. RCP Shelters, Inc, BOOTH 520 (772) 288-3600 www.rcpshelters.com Manufacturer of pre-engineered, pre-fabricated tube steel and glulaminated wood shelters, pavilions, gazebos, dugouts/bleacher covers, amphitheaters and multipurpose enclosed buildings.

REC, BOOTH 558 (415) 910-9224 rec.us Next-gen recreation management is finally here. Rec works with agencies looking to transform their resident experience, from mobile-first registration, hands-off instructor management and programming to automated CRM and modernized marketing tools. Built by a team from Uber, MasterClass, The Athletic and Google in partnership with Parks leaders across California. RecDesk Software, BOOTH 351 (817) 999-5724 recdesk.com Recreation Management Software (all registrations, reservations, memberships, league management, and POS). Recreation Brands of Southern California, BOOTH 206 (858) 442-3670 recreationsc.com/ Recreation Brands of Southern California is a turnkey design and development firm for outdoor recreational products / services. We represents some of the biggest names in outdoor playgrounds and furnishings in the US. Some of these brands we have represented include Play & Park Structures, Big Toys & UltraSite furnishings. RecStaff Inc, BOOTH 453 (250) 884-2126 www.recstaff.com RecStaff is a staff scheduling software solution designed exclusively for the parks and rec industry. RE-TEK West, BOOTH 251 (502) 744-9946 www.retekproducts.com RHA Landscape Architects-Planners, Inc., BOOTH 415 (951) 781-1930 www.rhala.com Park and sports facility design, park renovation, historical site design, consensus building, synthetic turf expertise. RJM Design Group, Inc., BOOTH 544 (949) 493-2600 www.rjmdesigngroup.com Planning & Design of Parks & Facilities; Public Works; Master Planning; Unique Community Workshop Process. Robertson Recreational Surfaces, BOOTH 515 (800) 858-0519 www.totturf.com/ IPEMA certified recreational safety surfacing and maintenance services.

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2024 Expo Exhibitors Rocky Mountain Sunscreen, BOOTH 262 (303) 940-9803 www.rmsunscreen.com Sunscreen lotion and sprays in cost effective bulk containers. ROMTEC, Inc., BOOTH 418 (541) 496-3541 www.romtec.com Romtec offers designs, manufactures, supplies, and constructs customizable buildings and structures for all types of applications. We are architects, engineers, manufacturers, and contractors. Romtec manufactures and supplies the complete building to be constructed by the contractor or by Romtec as a “turnkey” project. RRM Design Group, BOOTH 363 (805) 543-1794 www.rrmdesign.com Landscape Architects, Engineers, Architects, and Planners who specialize in parks, trails, and open space design. Ruff Ruff Poop Bags, BOOTH 664 (949) 243-0623 www.ruffruffpoopbags.com We offer Dog Waste Bags for all your Parks, Trails and Community areas. They fit all dispensers. Great quality with added design of keeping theft and wasteful use. Roll Bags, Headers and Trash Bin Liners to name a few products. We are here to save you community 20-50%. San Diego State University, BOOTH 158 (619) 594-5110 http;://mastershtm.sdsu.edu • Online/hybrid Master’s degree in Meeting & Event Management and Hospitality & Tourism Management to accelerate your career development. • On-campus Bachelor’s degree in Recreation & Tourism and Hospitality & Tourism Management. • Coming Soon! Fully online bachelor’s degree completion program to be offered through SDSU Global Campus. Schmidt Design Group, BOOTH 216 (619) 236-1462 www.schmidtdesign.com Landscape architecture and planning Schmitz Foam, BOOTH 245 (925) 915-3085 schmitzfoam.com/en/us ProPlay is our high-performance shock pad, the perfect base for artificial grass systems for sports applications. It delivers proven performance and superior drainage. This sustainable shock pad makes your playing surface safe, comfortable and lasting. When it is no longer needed for its original application it can even be recycled.

SCORE Sports, BOOTH 636 (310) 830-6161 www.scoresports.com Athletic apparel & uniforms, sports equipment. Security Lines US, BOOTH 148 (818) 906-1212 www.securitylines.us Portable all-in-one multi surveillance camera starting at $4995. Shade ‘N Net, BOOTH 108 (800) 290-3387 www.ShadeSolutions.com An American leader in top-quality, custom and standard commercial shade structures, sails, and canopies. Shaw Sports Turf, BOOTH 449 (866) 703-4004 www.shawsportsturf.com Synthetic turf and infill options for sports fields and landscape applications. SiteOne Green Tech, BOOTH 238 (925) 628-3819 www.greentech.siteone.com/ SiteOne Green Tech is the single source for Technology Solutions for the Green Industry. We help specify, fabricate, provide post-sale technical service and certify assembly installations for all major manufacturers’ products. For expert specification assistance and field service technicians throughout California contact us at www.greentech.siteone.com or 800.427.0779. Expertise Matters! SLG Sports Lighting, BOOTH 649 (903) 407-0555 www.slgus.com SLG Sports Lighting is the sports lighting division of SLG Lighting, an LED lighting manufacturer with 25+ years experience. We offer full, turnkey solutions for every sports, park, and recreational lighting project including sourcing poles, vetted contractors, and rebate incentives that’ll make the whole process like pressing an easy button. Smart Rain Systems LLC, BOOTH 212 (801) 295-3339 smartrain.net/ Smart Rain’s Smart Irrigation Controller is one of the most sophisticated and technically advanced controllers on the market today. SMART RAIN SMARTCONTROLLER™ COMES WITH: 7-inch full-color touchscreen display, Remote access, 48 zones capability, Multiple flow sensors, master valve capability, Moisture & Rain sensor capability, EPA WaterSense Certified, and Lifetime Warranty.

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SmartRec by Amilia, BOOTH 136 (877) 343-0004 smartrec.com SmartRec is a powerful recreation software solution that empowers agencies to better serve their community. Sol by Sunna Design, BOOTH 126 (250) 508 0864 solarlighting.com/ SOL is the leading solar lighting brand in North America. We engineer and manufacture the most comprehensive portfolio of solar-powered commercial LED lighting products in the market. In addition, every SOL system is backed by an industry-leading 10-year municipal-grade warranty. Sonic Architecture - A Brand of Freenotes Harmony Park, BOOTH 507 (800) 960-7635 sonicarchitecture.com For three decades, the artistic duo Bill and Mary Buchen has meticulously crafted innovative sound sculptures. Inspired by global music cultures, these precision-fabricated creations are designed for outdoor spaces. Durable and low-maintenance, they invite communal music-making and sonic exploration, offering engaging experiences for outdoor recreational and educational settings worldwide. Southern Aluminum, BOOTH 619 (800) 221-0408 www.southernaluminum.com Southern Aluminum is the industry’s leading provider of linenless event tables and outdoor furniture. Based in Magnolia, Arkansas for more than 45 years, our mission is to provide lightweight durable furniture solutions with great quality that increases operational efficiencies. Our products range from indoor furniture to outdoor spaces. Southern California Municipal Athletic Federation, BOOTH 638 (626) 448-0853 x16 www.scmaf.org Sports rules, training and competitions for youth & adults; insurance services; professional training & education. SpectraTurf, BOOTH 659 (951) 736-3579 www.spectraturf.com Playground and recreational surfacing, SpectraTurf can take care of all your surfacing needs. Spohn Ranch Skateparks, BOOTH 339 (626) 330-5803 www.spohnranch.com Skatepark design and construction.

2024 Expo Exhibitors St. Nick’s Christmas Lighting & Décor, BOOTH 575 (562) 438-0017 www.st-nicks.com Commercial holiday decorating - We imagine, build and install unforgettable large-scale Christmas displays. Stageline Mobile Stage Inc., BOOTH 248 (450) 589-1063 www.stageline.com Come see Stageline ,the pioneers, to talk about exceptional mobile stages. Stand Out Merch, BOOTH 550 (415) 425-1824 www.standoutmerch.com Don’t just blend in with your promotional products. Stand Out! From custom t-shirts to totes, we’ll be there every step of the way. We understand the need for ecofriendly products in an industry filled with options for possible landfill, and we’re committed to leading with products capable of change. Stonehenge Signs Inc., BOOTH 275 (530) 249-6000 www.stonehengesigns.com 100% real stone signage. Public art landscape feature, permanent and maintenance free. California Certified Small Business and registered in System of Award Managment (SAM). StreetBond Sport Courts by GAF, BOOTH 209 (209) 210-8469 www.gaf.com StreetBond court systems utilize world-class epoxy-modified acrylics for our finish coats providing greater durability and colorfastness. With over 60 stock colors and nearly 30 years of color-matching experience, StreetBond court solutions will make your court come to life while protecting it from the environment. StructureCast, BOOTH 140 (661) 833-4490 www.structurecast.com Certified by the State of California, for over fifteen years StructureCast has been manufacturing the nationally recognized Easi-Set line of custom precast concrete buildings including pre-engineered modular restrooms, concession & storage buildings and dugouts. StructureCast is a certified Small Business and Woman Owned Enterprise ready to serve your project needs. Superior Recreational Products, BOOTH 413 (800) 327-8774 superiorrecreationalproducts.com Steel and recycled playgrounds, site furnishings, picnic shelters, shades, and dog park products that empower

communities like yours to play, relax, and live! SVA Architects, Inc., BOOTH 517 (949) 809-3380 www.sva-architects.com SVA Architects is a full-service architectural firm committed to creating sustainable environments for our communities. Sybertech Waste Reduction Ltd., BOOTH 203 (888) 888-7975 www.swrl.com Sybertech is committed to bringing new and innovative products, services and solutions to our customers. Techline Sports Lighting, BOOTH 401 (800) 500-3161 www.sportlighting.com LED Outdoor Sports Lighting Systems TinyMobileRobots, BOOTH 628 (404) 595-1145 tinymobilerobots.us We help Parks and Recs save time, paint, and labor on all of their sports field painting with the most affordable and advanced autonomous line marking robot, the TinyLineMarker. We have 100s of field templates, including football, soccer, lacrosse, baseball, rugby, flag football, parking lines, and many more. TriActive USA Fitness Equipment, BOOTH 301 (800) 509-0597 triactiveusa.com/ Trueline Construction & Surfacing Inc., BOOTH 263 (951) 817-0777 gotrueline.com Sport Court Construction & Resurfacing, Pool Deck Resurfacing. Turf Tank, BOOTH 214 (877) 396-4094 www.turftank.com Turf Tank if the company behind the world’s first line marking robot that revolutionizes the way sports fields are painted. From small sports clubs and high schools to major colleges and professional teams, the robot helps sports facilities all over the world save time and money painting their fields. UltraSite, BOOTH 509 (800) 458-5872 www.ultra-site.com Commercial picnic tables, shades, shelters, dog parks, outdoor fitness products, providing low maintenance, durable solutions.

University Research Row, BOOTH 168 (916) 665-2777 www.cprs.org Wednesday February 28, 12-2:30 p.m. Research Round Table Thursday, February 29, 12:30-2:30p.m. Research to Practice Oral and Poster presentations USA BMX Foundation, BOOTH 200 (559) 972-2422 usabmxfoundation.org USA SHADE, Booth 315 (800) 966-5005 www.usa-shade.com USA Shade - Shade structures offers shade solutions for everything under the sun! USTA Southern California, BOOTH 101 (310) 824-2970 ustasocal.com As a non-profit, the USTA offers FREE tennis equipment, curriculum, and training for Park and Recreation. Vandal Stop Products, BOOTH 629 (530) 894-7867 www.vandalstop.com Vandal Proof Division 10 Specialties: Mirrors, Soap Dispensers, Toilet Paper Holders, Paper Towel Holders. Verde Design, Inc., BOOTH 562 (408) 985-7200 www.verdedesigninc.com Verde Design is an integrated landscape architecture and civil engineering firm with multiple CA offices. Vermont Systems, Inc., BOOTH 546 (877) 883-8757 www.vermontsystems.com Vermont Systems is the leading provider of recreation management software and services. Vermont Systems platforms provide full operational management, payment management and experience management to create consistent community experiences, enhance loyalty, and connect all key activities, employees and customers in one place to create efficiencies and make real connections. Victory Mounds, BOOTH 252 515-238-3776 www.victorymounds.com Vortex Aquatic Structures International, BOOTH 244 (213) 326-2697 www.vortex-intl.com Since 1995, Vortex has been revolutionizing the way children and families play in urban spaces, waterparks, and resorts worldwide. With over 9,000 installations spanning 54 countries and 5 continents, our innovative approach to water attractions has helped communities and businesses grow—leaving an impact long after families have dried off.

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2024 Expo Exhibitors Water Odyssey by Fountain People, BOOTH 414 (512) 392-1155 www.waterodyssey.com Commercial Fountain & Aquatic Play Equipment for Parks & Attractions. Watermen Brand, BOOTH 120 (760) 504-5601 www.originalwatermen.com/ Watermen Brand Manufactures Lifeguard Uniforms and Equipment to over 3,000 agencies around the U.S. and Cananda. We have the highest quality and longest lasting Lifeguard uniforms in the industry that will last over 300+ Chlorine Hours. Waterplay, BOOTH 210 (250) 712-3393 www.waterplay.com/en/ Waterplay is committed to making the world a better place by offering innovative aquatic play solutions to the global community. Inspire actionpacked thrills with our full suite of products including aquatic play features, activity towers, surfacing, and water management solutions. Chat with our experts to discover what’s new!

West Coast Arborists, Inc., BOOTH 243 (714) 991-1900 www.wcainc.com DIR registered. Tree maintenance and management: pruning, planting, removals, tree inventories, and plant health care. West Coast Turf, BOOTH 660 (760) 340-7300 www.westcoastturf.com Growers and installers of premium quality sod, stolons, and drought tolerant ground cover. Winterland Inc, BOOTH 144 (800) 788-9627 winterlandinc.com Winterland is a commercial holiday decor company specializing in over-thetop, one-of-a-kind scenes and displays! If you can dream it, we can build it!

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World Waterpark Association, BOOTH 475 (913) 599-0300 www.waterparks.org World Waterpark Association, www.waterparks.org, is a memberdriven organization that provides educational resources and networking opportunities. Xplor Recreation, BOOTH 104 (604) 512-4656 xplorrecreation.com Frictionless, All-In-One Parks & Recreation Management Software Youth Evolution Activities, BOOTH 357 (661) 513-3499 www.youthevolutionbasketball.com/ Youth Evolution Activities has served the community with one goal, to bring alive the sport of basketball, soccer & flag-football to our youth. With a wide variety of skills and techniques, children can explore these sports through fun and creative activities. Our motto? Play, Learn, Grow.

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Aqua Source (209) 745-6401 aquasource.com Page: IBC

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Aquatic Design Group (760) 438-8400 aquaticdesigngroup.com Page: IFC

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Architerra Design Group, Inc. (909) 484-2800 architerradesigngroup.com Page: 40

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Callander Associates Landscape Architecture (CALA) (916) 985-4366 (corporate office) callanderassociates.com Page: 25

Columbia Cascade Company (503) 223-1157 timberform.com Page: BC

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David Volz Design Landscape Architects, Inc.

Greenfields Outdoor Fitness

(714) 641-1300 dvolzdesign.com Page: 3

(888) 315-9037 greenfieldsfitness.com Pages: 7, 11

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iZone Imaging (254) 778-0722 izoneimaging.com Page: 59

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(805) 777-8449 jmae.com Page: 22

(800) 453-7465 murdockmfg.com Page: 17

Crane Architectural Group (714) 525-0363 cranearchitecturalgrp.com Page: 62

Hirsch and Associates (714) 776-4340 hailandarch.com Page: 49

Lincoln Aquatics (800) 223-5450 lingcolnaquatics.com Page: 54

(209) 786-4042 mybark.net Page: 15

(800) 762-5002 pilotrock.com

Page: 23

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Public Restroom Company

RHA Landscape Architects Planners, Inc.

Schmidt Design Group, Inc.

publicrestroomcompany.com

Page: 41

(951) 781-1930 rhala.com Page: 5

(909) 481-5750 deainc.com Page: 17

Integra Planning & Landscape Architecture (707) 852-0500 integrapla.com Page: 55

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Most Dependable Fountains, Inc. (901) 867-0039 mostdependable.com Page: 47

Precision Concrete Cutting (650) 867-8657 pccnorcal.com

Page: 25

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(888) 888-2060

David Evans and Assoc. Inc.

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Pilot Rock / R.J. Thomas My Bark Co., Inc.

(844) 235-7778 brightview.com Page: 15

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Murdock Manufacturing

BrightView Design Group

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Jones & Madhavan

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(619) 236-1462 schmidtdesign.com Page: 19

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Shade ’N Net (800) 290-3387 shade-n-net.com Page: 57

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Reach park & recreation decision-makers! Turf Star, Inc. (800) 585-8001 turfstar.com Page: 49

Verde Design, Inc. (408) 985-7200 verdedesigninc.com Page: 8

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2024 Awards of Excellence Winners

CPRS Park & Recreation Heroes

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Athletics & Sports Focus

Culturally relevant sports; increasing participation

Promotion to help grow lessons and leagues

Coaching coaches; recruiting volunteers

Facilities Focus

Athletic & aquatic facility design, engineering, construction

Accessibility; creating gathering spaces for all ages

Historic venues and Preservation; recreating history

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Training managers to be better leaders; overcoming micromanaging

Empowering employees, creating a team culture

Cross-training staff; creating room for growth

Parks & Playgrounds Focus

Big spaces, little spaces, and everything in-between

Landscape design; creating living gardens; social media worthy spots

Adventure courses; outdoor fitness; trails

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Creating new, out-of-the box programs

Marketing your programs; social media; giveaways; and selfie spots

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CALIFO R NIA PAR K & R EC R E ATI O N S O C IE T Y C O MPANY ME MB E R S THANK YOU CPRS COMPANY MEMBERS!

Interested in Company Membership? Visit www.cprs.org/cprs/membership to learn about member benefits and to join us.

2024 CPRS Buyer’s Guide A-G Sod Farms, Inc. (951) 687-7581 www.agsod.com 2900 Adams St., Ste. C-120 Riverside, CA 92504 SERVICE: Five farms in California & Colorado producing high quality sod for sports fields and parks. Agents of Discovery (855) 564-7328 www.agentsofdiscovery.com 201– 2040 Springfield Road Kelowna, British Columbia V1Y 9N7 SERVICE: Agents of Discovery is an education technology platform empowering parks to create engaging, personalized content. AGIC ENERGY NORTH AMERICA, INC. (858) 842-1513 www.agicenergy.com 13135 Danielson Street, Suite 206 Poway, CA 92064 SERVICE: Clean power storage Innovative technologies and systems designed to store surplus energy from renewable sources. All About Play/Little Tikes Commercial Nor Cal (916) 923-2180 www.littletikescommercial.com 3844 Presidio Street Sacramento, CA 95838 SERVICE: Accessible outdoor playground equipment including unique theme playscapes and park service equipment. American Ramp Company (417) 206-6816 x 107 www.americanrampcompany.com 601 S. McKinley Ave. Joplin, MO 64801 SERVICE: Design and build services of wheeled action sports parks (skate parks, bike parks, and pumptracks). American Solutions for Business (714) 504-2274 www.pmlbstore.com 400 Princeland Ct, Unit #1 Corona, CA 92879-1341 SERVICE: Providers of printed documents, promotional products, corporate logo apparel, brochures, uniforms, stationery, catalogs, forms.

COMPANY MEMBERS AS OF JANUARY 12, 2024

Aqua Source (209) 745-6401 www.aquasource.com P.O. Box 1146 Galt, CA 95632 SERVICE: Commercial swimming pool equipment, automated chemical & filtration systems, commercial pool vacuums, heaters, deck equipment. Aquatic Design Group (760) 438-8400 www.aquaticdesigngroup.com 2226 Faraday Avenue Carlsbad, CA 92008 SERVICE: Programming, planning, design and engineering services for competition, recreation, and leisure aquatic facilities. Aquatic Service, Inc. (949) 493-4390 www.aquaticserviceinc.com 32236 Paseo Adelanto, Suite A San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 SERVICE: Commerical pool equipment maintenance, service, repair, installation, and equipment provider. Architectural Nexus (916) 443-5911 www.archnexus.com 930 R Street Sacramento, CA 95811 SERVICE: As a full-service architecture design firm, we are people driven in pursuit of meaningful experience. Architerra Design Group, Inc. (909) 484-2800 www.architerradesigngroup.com 10221-A Trademark Street Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 SERVICE: Landscape architecture and site planning: new and renovated parks, streetscapes, community gardens, nature parks, trails. B SAFE Playground Inspection Services, Inc. (916) 850-5071 www.bsafeinspection.com 10349 Ormond St Sunland, CA 91040-1413 SERVICE: Playground and athletic field inspection services.

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BCI Burke Co, LLC (920) 933-6711 www.bciburke.com P.O. Box 549 Fond Du Lac, WI 54936 SERVICE: For 95 years, BCI Burke has been manufacturing high-quality and innovative playground equipment. Beginners Edge Sports Training, LLC (623) 748-9453 bestsportsca.com 24654 N Lake Pleasant Parkway Peoria, AZ 85383 SERVICE: We offer sports classes for kids through partnerships with City park and rec. Berliner Seilfabrik Play Equipment Corporation (864) 627-1092 www.berliner-playequipment.com 96 Brookfield Oaks Dr. Suite 140 Greenville, SC 29607 SERVICE: State of the art play structures from the world’s leader in net climbing playground equipment. BFS Landscape Architects (831) 646-1383 www.bfsla.com 425 Pacific Street, Suite 201 Monterey, CA 93940 SERVICE: Parks, trails and open space planning; design for healthy and sustainable communities. BMLA Landscape Architecture (951) 737-1124 www.bmla.net 310 North Joy Street Corona, CA 92879 SERVICE: BMLA Landscape Architecture - Designs that build lasting communities. BrightLife Designs (714) 326-8326 www.brightlifedesigns.com 16351 Gothard St., Suite C Huntington Beach, CA 92647 SERVICE: Decorative commercial lighting & Christmas holiday decor. Offer purchase and lease, installation, removal and storage.

2024 CPRS Buyer’s Guide BrightView Design Group (949) 238-4900 www.brightview.com/services/design 8 Hughes, Suite 125 Irvine, CA 92618 SERVICE: Landscape architecture practice with extensive experience in designing parks, civic spaces, sports complexes & private developments.

CivicPlus (888) 228-2233 www.civicplus.com 302 S. 4th Street, Suite #500 Manhattan, KS 66502 SERVICE: CivicRec (r), the park and recreation management software from CivicPlus(r), is built specifically for local governments.

Brock USA (303) 544-5800 www.brockusa.com 3090 Sterling Circle Boulder, CO 80301 SERVICE: Playground/ Athletic Consult and Supply

Coast Recreation Inc. (714) 619-0100 www.coastrecreation.com 3151 Airway Avenue, Suite A-3 Costa Mesa, CA 92626 SERVICE: Representing Landscape Structures play equipment, DuMor site furniture, and Surface America in Southern California.

David Evans and Assoc. Inc. (909) 481-5750 www.deainc.com 4141 E. Inland Empire Blvd. Suite 250 Ontario, CA 91764 SERVICE: Multidisciplinary firm specializing in landscape architecture, civil, and transportation engineering, surveying, and construction management.

Columbia Cascade Company (503) 223-1157 www.timberform.com PO Box 1039 Camas, WA 98607-0039 SERVICE: TimberForm and PipeLine playground and outdoor fitness equipment, TimberForm site furnishings and CycLoops & CycLocker bicycle security products.

David Volz Design Landscape Architects, Inc. (714) 641-1300 www.dvolzdesign.com 151 Kalmus Drive, Suite M-8 Costa Mesa, CA 92626 SERVICE: Award winning park planners and sports facility experts! DVD provides assistance with project planning budgets.

Community Works Design Group (951) 369-0700 www.comworksdg.com 4649 Brockton Avenue Riverside, CA 92506 SERVICE: Your source for creative park planning, landscape architecture, irrigation design, and CASp/ADA services.

DeltaPlan Systems, Inc. (424) 444-8214 deltaplansystems.com 9010 Owensmouth Avenue Canoga Park, CA 91304 SERVICE: Biotechnology lab - Our DeltaPlan Soil System aids in 50% water conservation among other attributes.

Counsilman-Hunsaker (310) 734-2282 www.chh2o.com 10733 Sunset Office Drive, Suite 400 Saint Louis, MO 63127 SERVICES: Aquatic design, engineering, and operation services.

Disc Golf Landscape Architecture (DGLA) (775) 301-3721 www.discgolfla.com 975 Starlake Avenue South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 SERVICE: Disc golf course design through the broad lens of landscape architecture.

California Dinner Adventure (714) 690-1497 www.piratesdinneradventure.com 7600 Beach Blvd. Buena Park, CA 90620 SERVICE: Restaurant and show with pirates theme. California State Soccer Association South (714) 778-2972 www.calsouth.com 1029 S. Placentia Avenue Fullerton, CA 92831 SERVICE: Official US and state association supporing youth and adult soccer programs in Souther California. Callander Associates Landscape Architecture, Inc. (916) 985-4366 www.callanderassociates.com 12150 Tributary Point Drive, Ste. 140 Gold River, CA 95670 SERVICE: Landscape architects. Calsense (760) 438-0525 www.calsense.com 2075 Corte Del Nogal #P Carlsbad, CA 92009 SERVICE: Calsense helps organizations save water, time and money with smart irrigation solutions. Capital Program Management, Inc. (916) 553-4400 www.capitalpm.com 1851 Heritage Lane, Suite 210 Sacramento, CA 95815 SERVICE: Planning and project management, construction management, and budget and accounting services for capita outlay programs.

Crane Architectural Group (714) 525-0363 www.cranearchitecturalgrp.com 110 E Wilshire Ave # 300 Fullerton, CA 92832-1934 SERVICE: Architectural services community centers, senior centers, sports complexes, concession stands, park restrooms, ADA improvements. Dahlin Group Architecture Planning (925) 251-7200 www.dahlingroup.com 5865 Owens Drive Pleasanton, CA 94588 SERVICE: Architectural and planning services with a passion for placemaking, including community, senior, recreation, and aquatic centers.

Dave Bang Associates, Inc. (800) 669-2585 www.davebang.com P.O. Box 1088 Tustin, CA 92781 SERVICE: Suppliers of high-quality park, playground, athletic equipment, & site equipment since 1979.

DuMor, Inc. (800) 598-4018 http://www.dumor.com P.O.Box 142 Miffilntown, PA 17059-0142 SERVICE: Site Furnishings (benches, receptacles, bike racks, tables, bollards, grills, planters, chairs) Eco-Counter (514) 849-9779 www.eco-compteur.com/en/ 3981 St. Laurent Blvd. Suite 604 Montreal, Quebec H2W 1Y5 SERVICE: Pedestian and bicycle counters, counter installation and maintenance, data analysis platform and services.

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2024 CPRS Buyer’s Guide ELS Architecture and Urban Design (510) 549-2929 elsarch.com 2040 Addison Street Berkeley, CA 94704 SERVICE: Architecture and planning services for sports/recreation/ aquatics, education, theaters/ performing arts, mixed-use, historic renovations, and urban design. EventHub (310) 405-9447 eventhub.net 6523 California Ave SW, Ste.148 Seattle, WA 98136 SERVICE: Event Management Software for special events vendors and sponsors with interactive booth maps. FirstService Residential (949) 338-1908 LaderaLife.com 28192 O’Neill Drive Ladera Ranch, CA 92694 SERVICE: Property Management company offering recreation and community services to residents living within the property. Flexground (916) 275-3588 www.flexground.com 2029 Opportunity Drive, #3 Roseville, CA 95678 SERVICE: FlexGround is the premier provider of rubberized poured in place and recreation surfacing. Fun Express, LLC (800) 228-2003 www.funexpress.com/corporate 4206 S. 108th Street Omaha, NE 68137 SERVICE: Crafts, art supplies, educational items, active play, camp, and seasonal items at discounted prices. GameTime (800) 235-2440 www.gametime.com 150 PlayCore Drive Fort Payne, AL 35967 SERVICE: GameTime is the leading manufacturer of commercial playground and outdoor fitness equipment. Gold Bug Park and Mine (530) 642-5207 www.goldbugpark.org 2635 Gold Bug Lane Placerville, CA 95667 SERVICE: Gold Bug Park is Gold Rush History! Offering mine tours, gem panning, blacksmith, stamp mill, museum, and hiking trails.

Grand Slam Safety, LLC (315) 301-4039 www.grandslamsafety.com 9793 Bridge Street, P.O. Box 35 Croghan, NY 13327 SERVICE: Impecable and removeable or permenant, indoor/outdoor fencing system; netting, divider curtains and batting cages.

Hermann Design Group, Inc. (760) 777-9131 www.hermanndesigngroup.com 77899 Wolf Road, Ste.102 Palm Desert, CA 92211 SERVICE: Landscape architecture, planning, and project management for community parks, sports parks, and dog parks.

Great Western Recreation (435) 245-5055 gwpark.com 975 S. State Hwy 89 Logan, UT 84321 SERVICE: Turnkey design-build firm providing playgrounds, shade/ shelters, surfacing, site amenities, splash pads, beachers, etc.

Hunter Industries (760) 744-5240 hunterindustries.com/contact-us 1940 Diamond St. San Marcos, CA 92078 SERVICE: Irrigation Manufacturer MP Rotator, Sprays, Rotors, Smart Controllers, Valves, Drip.

Greenfields Outdoor Fitness (888) 315-9037 www.greenfieldsfitness.com 2617 West Woodland Drive Anaheim, CA 92801 SERVICE: Outdoor fitness equipment. Gro-Power, Inc. (909) 393-3744 www.gropower.com 15065 Telephone Avenue Chino, CA 91710 SERVICE: Go “green” with GroPower products. They’re safe for the environment and naturally conserve water. Group 4 Architecture Research + Planning, Inc. (650) 871-0709 www.g4arch.com 211 Linden Ave South San Francisco, CA 94080 SERVICE: Architectural, research, and planning services. GSM Landscape Architects, Inc. (707) 255-4630 www.gsmlainc.com 1700 Soscol Avenue, Suite 23 Napa, CA 94559 SERVICE: Award winning landscape architectural design for parks, sports fields, recreational, and educational facilities throughout California. HAI, Hirsch & Associates, Inc. (714) 776-4340 www.hailandarch.com 2221 E. Winston Rd. #A Anaheim, CA 92806 SERVICE: Landscape architecture, park planning, master plans, sports facilities, redevelopment, & public work projects.

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Imagen (626) 593-9618 www.imagenagency.com 421 E Route 66 Glendora, CA 91740-3502 SERVICE: We are a promotional marketing agency that produces custom branded apparel, promotional products, and print. Innovative Playgrounds Company (877) 732-5200 www.innovplay.com 12407 East Slauson Avenue, Unit D Whittier, CA 90606 SERVICE: Sales, designs, and project management for BCI Burke playground equipment, safety surfacing, shade structures, and fitness/sport/site amenities. Insane Impact (515) 221-2924 2480 Berkshire Pkway, Suite A Clive, IA 50325 SERVICE: We’re a premier provider of rentable, buyable, and installable LED Screens. Inspector Playground (888) 293-7889 www.inspectorplayground.com P.O. BOX 16654 Encino, CA 91416-6654 SERVICE: Independent inspector, surface impact testing with Triax, early childhood certified, playground inspections, compliance certificates, insured. Integra Planning & Landscape Architecture (707) 852-0500 www.integrapla.com 1506 4th Street Santa Rosa, CA 95404 SERVICE: Planning and landscape architecture design services including parks, aquatic centers and recreation facilities.

Most Dependable Fountains, Inc.™

and so much more! Most Dependable Fountains, Inc.™ 901-867-0039 www.mostdependable.com

2024 CPRS Buyer’s Guide Interwest, A SAFEbuilt Company (714) 899-9039 www.interwestgrp.com 1 Jenner, Suite 160 Irvine, CA 92618 SERVICE: Comprehensive community development services including planning, ;andscape architecture, land devcelopment & urban design. iZone Imaging (254) 778-0722 www.izoneimaging.com PO Box 368 Temple, TX 76530-0368 SERVICE: Sign Solutions and Custom High Pressure Laminate (CHPL) graphic panels and decorative surfaces. JetMulch (866) 306-8524 www.jetmulchinc.com P.O. Box 1667 Capitola, CA 95010 SERVICE: Blown-In Mulch and ASTM certified playground materials. Jones & Madhavan (805) 777-8449 www.jmae.com 100 E Thousand Oaks Blvd Ste 211 Thousand Oaks, CA 91360-8134 SERVICE: Planning, architecture, & engineering services for public aquatic facilities. Kay Park-Recreation (319) 987-2313 www.kaypark.com 1301 Pine Street Janesville, IA 50647-0477 SERVICE: Manufacture bleachers, picnic tables, grills, fire rings, drinking fountains, bike racks, pedal boats, litter receptacles, outdoor games, & more! Kimley Horn (619) 234-9411 www.kimley-horn.com/markets/ parks-recreation/ 401 B Street, #600 San Diego, CA 92101 SERVICES: We offer expertise in the planning, design and implementation of parks and recreation facilities. King Plastic Corporation (941) 493-5502 www.kingplastic.com 1100 N. Toledo Blade Blvd North Port, FL 34288 SERVICE: King Plastic is the leading manufacturer of quality polymer sheets, slabs, and massive shapes.

KOMPAN Playgrounds (800) 426-9788 www.kompan.com 605 West Howard Lane Austin, TX 78753 SERVICE: KOMPAN is a world leader in playgroud and outdoor sport & fitness solutions. KTU + A Planning & Landscape Architecture (619) 294-4477 www.ktua.com 3916 Normal Street San Diego, CA 92103 SERVICE: We Provide Award Winning Landscape Architectural Planning and Design Services for Parks and Recreation Facilities. KYA (714) 659-6477 www.KYASurfacing.com 1800 East McFadden Ave. Santa Ana, CA 92705 SERVICE: We are a Specialisted Contractor, focusing on modernization, sports complexes,sustainable landscapes and light construction. Landscape Structures, Inc. (763) 972-5200 www.playlsi.com 601 7th Street S Delano, MN 55328 SERVICE: Commercial playground designer and manufacturer. Lincoln Aquatics (925) 687-9500 www.lincolnaquatics.com 2051 Commerce Avenue Concord, CA 94520 SERVICE: Distributors of commercial swimming pool equipment, chemicals, and aquatic supplies since 1954. LPA, Inc. (408) 780-7203 www.lpainc.com 60 South Market Street, Suite 150 San Jose, CA 95113 SERVICE: Sustainable design solutions in architecture, landscape architecture, and engineering for community centers, aquatics, and parks. Mack5 (510) 595-3020 www.mack5.com 1000 Broadway Suite 260 Oakland, CA 94608 SERVICE: Project/Construction management and cost planning/ estimating services for park & recreation capital projects.

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Malmsten Inc. (602) 818-4791 malmsten.com/en-US 8270 S Kyrene Road, Suite 104 Tempe, AZ 85284-2118 SERVICE: Swimming pool lane lines and water polo equipment. Melton Design Group, Inc. (530) 899-1616 www.meltondg.com 820 Broadway Street Chico, CA 95928 SERVICE: Landscape architecture, providing design services for parks, sports complexes, skateparks, & masterplans. We focus on providing personal service. MIG, Inc. (510) 845-7549 www.migcom.com 506 SW Sixth Ave, Suite 400 Portland, OR 97204-1525 SERVICE: From playgrounds to park systems, MIG advances strategic, equitable and community-based planning and design. Miracle Playground Sales/ Miracle Recreation (800) 264-7225 www.miracleplayground.com 1101 California Avenue, Suite 209 Corona, CA 92881 SERVICE: Innovative playground equipment, playground safety surfacing; park shelters & gazebos; tables, benches & athletic equipment & splashpads. Miracle Playsystems Inc. (800) 879-7730 www.MiraclePlayGroup.com PO Box 263 Alamo, CA 94507 SERVICE: Play equipment design, distribution, and specialty contracting firm serving all of central and Northern California. Most Dependable Fountains, Inc. (901) 867-0039 www.mostdependable.com 5705 Commander Dr. Arlington, TN 38002-0587 SERVICE: Outdoor drinking fountains, pet fountains, showers, misters, play towers, hydrants, jug fillers, handwash stations, & grills. Motz Group (513) 371-5520 www.usgreentech.com 3607 Church Street Cincinnati, OH 45244 SERVICE: USGreentech provides progressive infills for the synthetic turf market including their products Envirofill and Safeshell.

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2024 CPRS Buyer’s Guide MRC (800) 922-0070 www.mrcrec.com 2130 Route 35 Bldg B, Suite 222 Sea Girt, NJ 08750 SERVICE: Leading supplier of playground, park, recreation, fitness and sport equipment; site amenities and surfacing.

NUVIS (714) 754-7311 www.nuvis.net 20250 SW Acacia Street, Suite 260 Newport Beach, CA 92660 SERVICE: NUVIS landscape architecture - over 40 years of design solutions for people, environments, and experiences worldwide.

Musco Sports Lighting (949) 754-0503 www.musco.com 3002 Dow Avenue, Suite 504 Tustin, CA 92780 SERVICE: Providing sports lighting solutions for your budget, for the environment.

O’Dell Engineering (209) 571-1765 x102 www.odellengineering.com 1165 Scenic Drive, Suite B Modesto, CA 95350 SERVICE: Multi-disciplinary firm providing landscape architecture, civil engineering, land surveying, and 3D laser scanning.

My Bark Co., Inc. (209) 786-4042 www.mybark.net P.O. Box 932 Linden, CA 95236 SERVICE: ReadyPlay, EWF from virgin forest wood, bark products, colored enhanced mulches, and soil amendments. MyRec.com-Recreation Software (802) 465-9732 www.myrec.com P.O. Box 16997 Salt Lake City, UT 84116 SERVICE: An Industry leader providing robust, web-based software with all-inclusive features that simplofy your Recreation Management. National Academy of Athletics (707) 541-2365 www.NationalAcademyofAthletics. com 1260 North Dutton Suite 243B Santa Rosa, CA 95401 SERVICE: Year round Sports Camps and Clinics offering 8 different sports for players, coaches, and parents. NGI Sports a Division of River City Athletics (775) 544-6306 www.ngisports.com 2807 Walker Road Chattanooga, TN 37421 SERVICE: NGI Sports’ tennis and track surfaces-guaranteed solutions. We specialize in innovations for sports construction. Noll & Tam Architects (510) 649-8295 www.nollandtam.com 729 Heinz Avenue, Suite 7 Berkeley, CA 94710 SERVICE: Architectural design, programming, and planning for recreation/community/senior centers and other civic buildings.

Omnify Inc. (650) 800-3732 www.getomnify.com 800 West El Camino Real Mountain View, CA 94040 Service: Technology platform for registration and service commerce. OpenCounter (800) 216-7360 131 Dartmouth Street, 3rd Floor Boston, MA 02116 SERVICE: OpenCounter is on a mission to build a better permitting experience for all! Opti-Fit International Inc. (916) 939-3690 www.opti-fit.com P.O. Box 6716 Folsom, CA 95763 SERVICE: Opti-Fit Inc. is your one stop total fitness solution. Planning, design, supply, and service. OTTO APP (404) 668-4242 2100 Fairfax Drive Alpharetta, GA 30009 SERVICE: Facility management software. Pacific Park & Play, LLC/ Little Tikes Commercial (714) 846-4885 www.pacparkplay.com 1747 Colgate Dr. Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 SERVICE: Pacific Park & Play builds communities by providing quality outdoor play spaces that bring children and neighbors together to imagine, explore and play.

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Paddock Pool Equipment Co. (803) 324-1111 www.paddockindustries.com 555 Paddock Parkway Rock Hill, SC 29730 SERVICE: Paddock is a leading manufacture of commercial swimming pool equipment; gutters, filters, bulkheads and deck equipment. Pape Machinery (916) 891-8293 www.construction.papemachinery. com/locations/california/sacramento 2850 El Centro Rd Sacramento, CA 95833-9602 SERVICE: John Deere Excavators, Skid Steers, Backhoes, Loaders, attachments and much more. ParkInk (800) 423-8478 www.advisorsmarketing.com 7040 Avenida Encinas #104 Carlsbad, CA 92011 SERVICE: Everything imprinted for Park, Recreation, Camps & Community PDPlay (760) 597-5990 www.PDPLAY.com 2235 Meyers Avenue Escondindo, CA 92029-1005 SERVICE: California manufacturer of commercial play structures, site furnishings, and poured-in-placed rubberized surfacing. Play & Park Structures (800) 727-1907 www.playandpark.com 544 Chestnut St., Suite 310 Chattanooga, TN 37402 SERVICE: Play & Park delivers a boutique experience with every playground design, from start to finish. PlayCore (423) 425-3168 www.playcore.com 544 Chestnut Street Chattanooga, TN 37402 SERVICE: PlayCore helps build stronger communities by advancing play and recreation through research, education, partnerships, and products. Playcraft Systems LLC (888) 571-7640 www.playcraftsystems.com 123 North Valley Dr. Grants Pass, OR 97526 SERVICE: Seller of playground equipment (commercial type).

2024 CPRS Buyer’s Guide Playgrounds Unlimited (408) 244-9848 www.playgroundsunlimited.net 980 Memorex Drive Santa Clara, CA 95050 SERVICE: Construction services; site preparation; play equipment; water play; shade shelter installation; pour-in-place & synthetic turf safety surface. Powerland Equipment, Inc. (760) 749-1271 www.powerlandequipment.com 27943 Valley Center Road Valley Center, CA 92082 SERVICE: John Deere, Mean Green, STIHL, Generac & Milwaukee Premier Aquatics (949) 716-3333 www.swimoc.com 6 Journey, Suite 200 Aliso Viejo, CA 92656 SERVICE: Facility management, swim lessons and team, contract lifeguards, Red Cross classes. Productive Parks, LLC (630) 765-4252 674 Rochelle Terrace Lombard, IL 60148 SERVICE: Maintenance & asset management software for parks and recreation: work orders, task scheduling, inspections. Public Restroom Company (888) 888-2060 www.publicrestroomcompany.com 2587 Business Parkway Minden, NV 89423 SERVICE: Public Restroom Company is a design build specialist for odor free, vandal resistant, park restroom, and concession buildings. R. E. Schultz Construction, Inc. (714) 649-2627 www.reschultzconstruction.com 1767 N. Batavia Street Orange, CA 92865 SERVICE: General engineering contractor/playground eq. installation/park rehabs/fitness eq. installation. Site work/concrete/ shade shelter installations. R.J. Thomas Mfg. Co./Pilot Rock (800) 762-5002 www.pilotrock.com P.O. Box 946 Cherokee, IA 51012-0946 SERVICE: Manufacturing and direct sales of park grills, picnic tables, benches, campfire rings, trash receptacle holders, etc.

Re-Tek Products, Inc. (502) 744-9946 retekproducts.com P.O. Box 22015 Louisville, KY 40252 SERVICE: We provide all rubber and binder materials for playgrounds and running tracks. Rec Technologies (415) 910-9224 www.rec.us 2474 Great Hwy San Francisco, CA 94116 SERVICE: Rec is a comunity-driven organization powering Parks & Rec departments with the technology and programming that enables more recreational play for residents. RecStaff (250) 884-2126 8541 Bexley Terrace North Seenich, BC V8L 1M3 SERVICE: RecStaff is a staff scheduling software designed exclusively for the parks and rec industry. RecWest Outdoor Products, Inc. (818) 735-3838 www.recwest.com 31316 Via Colinas, #118 Westlake Village, CA 91362 SERVICE: Representing Landscape Structures Inc., DuMor Site Furnishings. RHA Landscape Architects Planners, Inc. (951) 781-1930 www.rhala.com 6800 Indiana Avenue, Suite 245 Riverside, CA 92506 SERVICE: Park & sports facility planning, LEED certified, water conservation design, community consensus building, park rehabilitation. RJM Design Group, Inc. (949) 493-2600 www.rjmdesigngroup.com 31591 Camino Capistrano San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 SERVICE: Park and sports facility master planning and design; park and recreation master planning; landscape architecture; LEED Certified; community consensus building.

Robertson Industries, Inc. (800) 858-0519 www.totturf.com 1027 W. 9th Street Upland, CA 91786 SERVICE: Furnish and installation of recreational and playground safety surfacing. New construction, renovations, maintenance and repairs. ROMTEC, Inc. (541) 496-3541 www.romtec.com 18240 North Bank Road Roseburg, OR 97470 SERVICE: Design, build, and install recreational structures ie: restroom buildings,concessions, kiosks, pavilions, storage buildings, gatehouses, cabins, sidewalk restrooms, etc. Ross Recreation Equipment Company, Inc. (707) 538-3800 www.rossrec.com 100 Brush Creek Road #206 Santa Rosa, CA 95404 SERVICE: 44 years of providing superior recreational & outdoor products and service with attention to quality, safety, and design. Royston, Hanamoto, Alley & Abey (415) 383-7900 www.rhaa.com 225 Miller Avenue Mill Valley, CA 94941 SERVICE: Landscape architecture, site planning, master planning, urban design, and recreation planning services locally, nationally, and internationally. RRM Design Group (805) 543-1794 www.rrmdesign.com 3765 South Higuera Street, Suite 102 San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 SERVICE: RRM Design Group designs award-winning recreation areas by collaborating with people who use them. RRM-CLM Services, LLC (602) 569-2333 www.clm-services.com 11811 N Tatum Blvd, Ste 4095 Phoenix, AZ 85028 SERVICE: Provides professional park management, security, maintenance, ranger patrol & related services.

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2024 CPRS Buyer’s Guide Ruff Ruff Poop Bags (949) 243-0623 www.ruffruffpoopbags.com 3160 E. La Palma Avenue, #D Anaheim, CA 92806 SERVICE: We provide dog waste bags for communities, parks & HOAS, for the dispensers. We provide low cost and high quality products. S.R.Smith LLC (503) 266-2231 x2278 thermalpoolcover.com 1017 SW Berg Parkway Canby, OR 97013 SERVICE: Manufacturer of “EnergySaver” thermal swimming pool covers, storage reels, and automatic re-winders. Safe 2 Play - Certified Matters (925) 999-0117 PlaygroundSafetyInspections.net PO Box 945 Leander, TX 78646 SERVICE: Certified playground safety inspections, safety surface impact testing on playgrounds, & sports fields. Schmidt Design Group, Inc. (619) 236-1462 www.schmidtdesign.com 1310 Rosecrans Street, Suite G San Diego, CA 92106 SERVICE: Landscape architecture, park planning, and design that balances artistic expression with environmental sensitivity. Shade ‘N Net (800) 290-3387 www.shade-n-net.com 5711 West Washington Phoenix, AZ 85043 SERVICE: Tension cable breathable fabric shade structures/vents out heat/88% sun blockage/97% UV ray protection. Shaw Sports Turf (706) 879-3643 www.shawsportsturf.com 185 S. Industrial Blvd Calhoun, GA 30701 SERVICE: Artificial turf manufacturer for sports such as football, baseball, and multi-use fields. Smart Rain (801) 295-3339 smartrain.net 1343 West 75 North Centerville, UT 84014 SERVICE: Offers a complete stateof-the-art smart irrigation package, combining our sophisticated commercial-grade controller with an extremely intuitive water management software application.

Our average customer saves 30-40% on their water usage. Smart Rain’s smart controller is EPA WaterSense Certified and qualifies for LEED points. SofSurfaces Inc. (800) 263-2363 x230 www.sofsurfaces.com 4393 Discovery Line Petrolia, ON N0N 1R0 SERVICE: Rubber tile solutions for playground, fitness facility, and architectural applications. Southern California Municipal Athletic Federation (626) 448-0853 x16 www.scmaf.org 823 Lexington-Gallatin Road South El Monte, CA 91733 SERVICE: Professional training, education, and networking; insurance services; sport rules, training, and competition for youth and adults. SpectraTurf (951) 736-3579 www.spectraturf.com 555 S. Promenade Avenue, Suite 103 Corona, CA 92879 SERVICE: Pour-n-Place, Artificial Turf, and Loose Fill Safety Surfacing Spohn Ranch, Inc. Custom Skate Parks (626) 330-5803 www.spohnranch.com 6824 S. Centinela Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90230 SERVICE: Skate park design, construction, operation, and insurance. The leader in responsible skatelite, concrete, and hybrid parks. Spurlock Landscape Architects (619) 681-0090 www.spurlock-land.com 2122 Hancock Street San Diego, CA 92110 SERVICE: Spurlock Landscape Architects provides landscape architecture, urban design, and planning services. SSA Landscape Architects, Inc. (831) 459-0455 www.ssala.com 303 Potrero Street, 40-C Santa Cruz, CA 95060 SERVICE: Award winning parks & recreation master planning, community workshops/ consensus building, construction documentation/administration.

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St. Nick’s Commercial Design & Decor (562) 438-0017 www.st-nicks.com 527 E. 1st Street, Suite 101 Long Beach, CA 90802 SERVICE: St. Nick’s does it all: we imagine, build and install large Christmas displays (other holidays too) Stand Out Merch (415) 425-1824 www.standoutmerch.com 35688 Cathedral Canyon Dr. Ste. 208 Cathedral City, CA 92234 SERVICE: We find promotional products that are eco-friendly and give back 10% of the profits to support your organization. Stover Seed Co. (213) 626-9668 www.stoverseed.com P.O. Box 1579 Sun Valley, CA 91353 SERVICE: Turfgrass and sportsfield seed mixtures, wildflower and native seed mixtures. StructureCast (661) 833-4490 www.structurecast.com 8261 McCutchen Road Bakersfield, CA 93311 SERVICE: Precast, pre-engineered restroom, & concession buildings. SVA Architects, Inc. (949) 809-3380 www.sva-architects.com 6 Hutton Centre Drive, Suite 1150 Santa Ana, CA 92707 SERVICE: SVA Architects is a fullservice architectural firm committed to creating sustainable environments for our communities. SyberTech Waste Reduction Ltd. (888) 888-7975 www.swrl.com P.O. Box 3009 - 33191 1st Avenue Mission, B.C. V2V1G0 SERVICE: Our in-ground trash system, self-watering planters, and other products greatly save operational costs. TinyMobileRobots (404) 595-1145 tinymobilerobots.us 1634 Cobb International Blvd NW Kennesaw, GA 30152 SERVICE: Autonomous robots for athletic field line marking and on-field logo painting.

2024 CPRS Buyer’s Guide TMT Enterprises, Inc. (408) 432-9040 www.tmtenterprises.net 1996 Oakland Road San Jose, CA 95131 SERVICE: Bulk Material Supplier - baseball surfaces, playground materials, top dress sand, topsoil, soil mixes, decomposed granite, organics. Trueline (951) 817-0777 gotrueline.com 12397 Doherty Street Riverside, CA 92503 SERVICE: Resurfacing of tennis courts, basketball courts, game courts, playgrounds, striping, installation of equipment, and refurbishment. Turf Renovation Machinery, Inc. (562) 696-5780 www.turfrenovationmachinery.com 19858 Eyota Road Apple Valley, CA 92308 SERVICE: Manufacture and Sales of Sports Turf Renovator Machines. Turf Star, Inc. (800) 585-8001 www.turfstar.com 2255 Meyers Avenue Escondido, CA 92029 SERVICE: Commercial mowing equipment & irrigation. Turf Tank (877) 396-4094 www.turftank.com/us/ 1110 Allgood Industrial Ct Marietta, GA 30062 SERVICE: Turf Tank is the inventor of the world’s first line marking robot for sports fields. USA Shade & Fabric Structures (707) 257-7296 www.usa-shade.com PO Box 3467 Coppell, TX 75019-3406 SERVICE: USA Shade provides shade solutions for everything under the sun! Verde Design, Inc. (408) 985-7200 www.verdedesigninc.com 2455 the Alameda, Suite 200 Santa Clara, CA 95050 SERVICE: Multi-disciplinary office of landscape architects and civil engineers with a focus on community projects.

Via Promotionals, Inc. (661) 254-4910 www.viapromos.com 25845 Railroad Avenue, Unit 6 Saugus, CA 91350 SERVICE: Promotional items, tradeshow accessories, embriodered and screen printed apparel, graphics creat custom apparel websites. Vineyard Rock Products (831) 637-6443 www.vineyardrockproducts.com 1781 Limekiln Road Hollister, CA 95023 SERVICE: Decorative granite products. Vortex Aquatic Structures Intl. (877) 586-7839 www.vortex-intl.com 3500 South Dupont Highway, Suite EP-101 Dover, DE 19901 SERVICE: We create water play experiences for children to develop, communities to flourish, and businesses to thrive. Water Odyssey By Fountain People, Inc. (512) 392-1155 www.waterodyssey.com P.O. Box 807, 4600 Hwy. 123 San Marcos, TX 78667-0807 SERVICE: Leading manufacturer of aquatic playground and fountain equipment. Waterline Technologies (714) 564-9100 www.waterlinetechnologies.com 620 Santiago Street Santa Ana, CA 92701 SERVICE: Sales and service for aquatic facilities - chemical delivery West Coast Arborists, Inc. (714) 991-1900 www.wcainc.com 2200 E. Via Burton Street Anaheim, CA 92806 SERVICE: WCA provides public agencies, school districts, and colleges with urban forestry management and maintenance services. West Coast Turf (760) 340-7300 www.westcoastturf.com P.O. Box 4563 Palm Desert, CA 92261 SERVICE: Growers and installers of premium quality natural turfgrass sod.

Western State Builders (760) 270-8639 www.westernstatebuilder.com 2141 Orange Avenue Escondido, CA 92029 SERVICE: Playground Installation, shade structure installation, site furnishing installation. Who Built Creative Builders Inc. (707) 763-6210 www.whobuilt.biz P.O. Box 1568 Shafter, CA 93263 SERVICE: Installation of play equipment and athletic equipment. Willoughby Stainless Fountains - WSF (317) 875-0830 www.wsf-usa.com 5105 W. 78th Street Indianapolis, IN 46268 SERVICE: WSF manufactures outdoor site furnishings and plumbing fixtures for parks and recreation. Wood Rodgers, Inc. (916) 341-7760 www.woodrodgers.com 3301 C Street, Bldg. 100-B Sacramento, CA 95816 SERVICE: Landscape architecture design consultants Wyatt W. Underwood & Associates (213) 279-2455 www.wyattunderwood.org 19360 Rinaldi Street - 150 Northridge, CA 91326 SERVICE: Playground design & build, playground equipment, shade, shelter, site amenities, and sports flooring since 1992. Youth Evolution Activities (805) 202-8620 www.youthevolutionbasketball.com 191 S Oak Park, Suite 11 Grover Beach, CA 93433 SERVICE: Youth Recreation Backetball & Soccer Programs Zasueta Contracting, Inc. (619) 589-0609 www.zasuetacontracting.com P. O. Box 866 Spring Valley, CA 91976 SERVICE: Playground equipment installation. ZGolf Food & Beverage Services, LLC dba Wedgwood Weddings (951) 491-8110, Ex. 326 www.wedgewoodweddings.com 43385 Business Park Drive #210 Temecula, CA 92590 SERVICE: Professional full service food & beverage management and operations with a focus on weddings, special events, and golf course F&B operations.

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City of Santa Rosa Hires Donté Watson as its new Director of Recreation and Parks After a comprehensive, nationwide recruitment effort, the City of Santa Rosa has named Donté Watson as its new Director of Recreation and Parks. Mr. Watson has most recently served as the Acting Assistant Director of Parks Recreation and Youth Development for the City of Oakland, where he supervises over 109 employees and oversees a budget of $26 million. Under his purview, Mr. Watson is responsible for 140 parks, six aquatic facilities, 68 fields, 42 tennis courts, 24 community centers, four cultural arts facilities, three nature centers, two boating centers, five historic estates, 27 dog parks, 13 community gardens, four skate parks, an equestrian center, and a full-service fitness, gym, and indoor aquatic facility. Mr. Watson is a Certified Park and Recreation Professional, bringing over twenty years of demonstrated and progressive leadership experience in recreation program development, operations, and facilities management. During his tenure with the City of Oakland, Mr. Watson directed several facility renovations and installations, most notably the master planning of the historic Mosswood Recreation Center and Jack London Aquatic Center. Before his experience as Acting Assistant Director, Mr. Watson served in various Recreation Supervisor roles and as Recreation Center Director for the cities of Oakland and San Leandro, where he coordinated and boosted attendance to significant citywide events, served as department liaison to the citywide Homeless Taskforce/ Encampment Management Team, and worked collaboratively with community stakeholders to prepare appropriate programming and mitigate food insecurity during the COVID-19 pandemic.

“Mr. Watson has a well-established record of building a rich sense of community through recreational activities and programs for youth and adults,” explains City Manager Maraskeshia Smith. “With his extensive experience and commitment to public service, I am confident he will deliver top-notch recreational programming and facilities management to our community, further solidifying Santa Rosa as the region’s premier Recreation and Parks Department.” “I am eager to join the incredible team at the City of Santa Rosa,” Mr. Watson said. “I look forward to meeting with staff and the community, and together, we will build vibrant, inclusive, and memorable recreational experiences for all residents.” The Director of Recreation and Parks is a recently reinstated position that received approval during the most recent budget cycle. Mr. Watson started on Nov. 6, 2023. n

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CPRS Spotlights CITY OF CHULA VISTA

Buck Martin Retires from City of San Marcos By Barbara Wiley; Edited by Jasmine Gonzalez

Parks & Recreation has seen the end of an era with the retirement of Director Buck Martin. Buck came up through the ranks of P&R in an unconventional fashion, where he worked in concert/entertainment venues, last serving as the General Manager for MCA Concerts at the Amphitheater in Chula Vista. At the end of his second season managing the Amphitheater, he was approached by the City Manager of the City of Chula Vista about a job opening with their recreation department as the Director. He was hesitant at first but also thankful for taking that step to push himself to do something that wasn’t in his comfort zone. It just so happens they hired him. “Building relationships is an important tool to have in your toolbox.” As you can imagine the recreation team at that time wondered, what

does this person know about parks and recreation? At first, he didn’t really say a whole lot. He became a big listener. He took his knowledge of business operations, putting on events, building relationships, creating collaborations, and worked with the team to look at ways of enhancing existing programming. He did a lot in the eleven years he was there. His team built over $125 million of recreation facilities and parks. Everyone on the team had input into the projects, as staff had to run these venues and based on all of their experience, they knew what the public was looking for.

helps to support the department’s mission and was instrumental in the creation of the new to be-opened Bradley Bike Park. In conclusion, Buck states, “It’s been a pleasure getting to know so many recreational professionals from all over the world. Thank you all for what you do to serve your communities. We are a passionate group who just want to have FUN when we work.” n

After eleven and ½ years, another connection he knew who had recently been hired as the City Manager of San Marcos contacted him to let me know his Director of Community Services was retiring and encouraged him to apply. Buck hadn’t interviewed for a job since being offered the job in Chula Vista. “I recommend as you move forward in your career, take the opportunity to apply for different jobs and get that interview experience,” Buck encourages. That interview seemed like the longest hour of his life. He must have said something that had some validity, as he got a second interview and got the job. He’s had an amazing eleven years with the City of San Marcos. He leaves a legacy of establishing a Youth Sports Council, the Friends of San Marcos Parks & Recreation, a non-profit arm that

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CPRS Spotlights HAYWARD AREA RECREATION AND PARK DISRICT

Mia’s Dream Come True: All Abilities Playground Project Introduction Fashioned after a stylized map of the Hayward area, local landmarks are easily recognizable and contribute to a whimsically immersive experience that ﬂows seamlessly through a tapestry of color, texture, sound, and movement. From the imagination of the playground’s namesake – an endearing local girl with a rare form of cerebral palsy – the shoreline, ﬁre station, airport, water tower, and more come to life in a carefully created environment dedicated to inclusion. Mia’s Dream Come True: All Abilities Playground caters to the diverse needs of children and adults with varying cognitive or physical abilities. Instead of creating a space that unintentionally highlights differences, the play space fosters a sense of equality, joy, and hope for every visitor.

Project Narrative Mia’s Dream Come True playground opened in summer of 2021 as a remarkable, inclusive play environment located in the City of Hayward, in San Francisco’s East Bay. Mia and her parents sought a space that would provide unrestricted access to play for both her and her community, regardless of their abilities. So, as the well- worn anecdote goes, Mia and her father Daniel sketched up a design for a park that included all of Mia’s favorite Hayward landmarks on the back of a napkin. With that sketch and a small seed-grant from the Make-A-Wish Foundation, Mia’s family found a champion for their vision at the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District (HARD) and its HARD Foundation. Already committed to programming for individuals with special needs, HARD’s leadership quickly embraced the vision and swiftly prioritized the project.

Collaborating with design consultant RRM Design Group (RRM), Mia’s Dream Come True embraces a vision of equitability, integrating spaces throughout the play space where individuals of all ages and abilities can participate and interact alongside one another. During the design process, stakeholders, including subject-matter experts and Mia’s parents, diligently upheld the project’s core purpose. The result was a profoundly creative realization of the original vision, with Mia’s favorite places serving as the foundation for a network of interconnected spaces designed to engage all the senses. An oversized storybook at the entry introduces visitors to Mia’s story. Upon passing into a dreamy world, playground visitors ﬁrst encounter the Hayward shoreline, with breaching humpback whales and a ﬁshing boat featuring switch-activated mist from the whale’s blowhole and the

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boat’s fog jets, acting as a cooling sensory experience. The swing zone offers various options, including a Liberty Swing for wheelchair users, and swings hanging from airplane wings representing the Hayward Airport. The fire station area contains a roller slide and a small trampoline nearby. A decommissioned City fire truck retrofitted with a wheelchairaccessible cab, was donated by the Hayward Fire Department. The Sulphur Creek Nature Center is located on one end of the park with climbing tree stumps, a friendly caterpillar, hill slides, and a large flower sculpture created by a local artist. The musical therapy zone features interactive musical play instruments including a giant in-ground piano, drums, and metallophones evoking the spirit of the Russell City Blues Festival. A quiet zone, featuring lending libraries and child- sized benches, offers a relaxed

Mia’s Dream Come True playground caters to the diverse needs of children and adults with varying cognitive or physical abilities. Instead of creating a space that unintentionally highlights differences, the play space fosters a sense of equality, joy, and hope for every visitor. space for reading and sharing books within the park. Lastly, at the heart of the park stands the Hayward Water Tower, surrounded by an accessible lookout area to view the park in all its glory. Unexpected surprises and rich details await at every turn, engaging the senses and fostering imagination and play. Distinct areas cater to various play principles, including group play, independent play, sensory play, and creative play. By accounting for each of these principles, the park opens doors for expanded learning, development, and fun for all. Boisterous areas like the music zone contrast with quiet, contemplative spaces for individuals who are easily over-stimulated, offering them somewhere to retreat and decompress. To enhance the variety and quality of the different spaces, the design team created elevation changes on the flat site, yet not a single step can be found within the playscape to ensure a barrier-free experience. The resulting slopes and hills became opportunities for sliding, somersaulting, and lookouts for the imagination to run wild. Major design challenges RRM faced included large, mature trees on site as well as stormwater treatment integration. The design team strategically configured park amenities around pre-existing trees to weave them into the park’s design. This challenge proved to be a huge opportunity, as the park benefits greatly from a mature, leafy canopy that provides shade and ceilings of outdoor rooms. Utility infrastructure was integrated discreetly, with many of the storm drain inlets concealed beneath the pervious rubber surfaces. Stormwater on the park’s north half is treated through landscaped bioretention basins under an elevated boardwalk, while on the southern portion, runoff percolates through porous concrete paving of the parking lot and into a second bioretention basin.

monuments and along with an American Sign Language (ASL) teaching panel they represent Hayward’s diverse communities while also acting as another learning opportunity for park goers. Additionally, a series of inspirational Dr. Seuss quotes are sandblasted into walls and paving. In Alameda County alone, over 350,000 individuals live with a disability, with only a few truly inclusive facilities to serve them. The unique features of this play environment help ﬁll a massive need while representing the Hayward area’s vibrant and steadfast community. The park is exciting and memorable for visitors, and most importantly a place where everyone feels kindness, compassion, and respect – just as the 3 colorful arches within the playground proclaim. n

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To realize the vision of local landmarks, the design team partnered with trusted collaborators. Daniels Wood Land, better known as fantastical tree house builders and theme park environment creators, developed several of the park’s structures. Furthermore, a plethora of sponsors were crucial to grounding this park within the Hayward landscape including the Hayward Fire Department who donated the decommissioned ﬁre truck and Kaiser Permanente who donated the airplane at the center of the swing area. Additional features include accessible pathways throughout the park, public art, and a new high-tech restroom with automated self-cleaning features. “Welcome” is etched in multiple languages on entry

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CPRS Spotlights COSUMNES COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT

Cosumnes CSD Announces Traci Farris as Parks and Recreation Administrator Farris has been an integral part of the District since 2018, serving as Recreation Manager and Park & Golf Operations Manager. Demonstrating her dedication and capabilities, she has been fulfilling the Interim Administrator position since September. During her tenure with the District, Farris played a pivotal role in various significant initiatives, including opening the Elk Grove Aquatics Center, participating in a Government Alliance on Race and Equity cohort, and providing crucial support during the storms that impacted south Sacramento County in January 2023.

Cosumnes Community Services District is pleased to announce the appointment of Traci Farris as its new Parks and Recreation Administrator. Farris brings 21 years of experience in the parks and recreation field and a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the role.

Phil Lewis, the District’s General Manager, expressed confidence in Farris, stating, “Traci has a gift of bringing people together. Her passion will resonate within the community, fostering an environment to improve the lives of our residents and visitors. With her extensive knowledge of the District, Traci is well-positioned to provide exceptional parks and recreation services to our community.” Before joining the District, Farris served the City of Ceres for 16 years. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Recreation Administration from Chico

State University and is a Certified Parks and Recreation Professional through the National Recreation and Parks Association. Farris has also contributed her expertise to the nonprofit board of the California Park & Recreation Society. In her new role, Farris will oversee the operations of over 1,000 acres of green spaces, including 103 parks, and a diverse range of recreation programs catering to all ages and abilities. From youth development and sports to special events and inclusive recreation, Farris is committed to ensuring that everyone in the community can access and benefit from these vital services. Farris said, “I am beyond honored to serve our diverse community, especially as we grow and bring new opportunities for health and wellness with the future CORE Recreation Center. My mission is to support our dedicated park and recreation professionals as we work to preserve the quality of our park system, protect the environment and natural resources, and enhance access and equity to services. I have full confidence in our agency’s pursuit of excellence and am excited to uphold the community spirit that defines Cosumnes CSD.” n

HAVE SOMETHING EXCITING TO SHARE? CPRS Individual and Agency members are invited to submit Spotlight articles for inclusion in a future issue of the magazine. Send your news briefs (up to 500 words) and images to: Alisha Herriott | alisha@cprs.org | 916-665-2777

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GUIDING LIGHTS

SAGE ADVICE FROM RETIRED CPRS PROFESSIONALS

Introducing “Guiding Lights” Retirement. It is something that many people look forward to with anticipation and they will spend time preparing and planning for retirement. For others, it may never cross their minds. And for an unfortunate few, it just happens to them. Whether “retirement” is something that you think about, the concept of retirement, or completion of one’s career, is something that you should at least consider developing a plan for, as it will almost certainly occur one day for everyone. The concept of working 30+ years for one agency or in one profession, whether it be in Parks and Recreation or any other field, is changing. To get working professionals to at

least start thinking about what retirement might be like, in the coming issues of the California Parks & Recreation magazine, the California Park & Recreation Society (CPRS) will highlight several “retirees” to get their thoughts as to what retirement was and is like for them. These “lessons learned” are intended for you, as professionals, to start planning for your future just as you do the planning for your communities. As Winston Churchill said in a speech in 1948: “Those that fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it”. We hope some of our words of wisdom from the past will help you as you look ahead and plan for your future.

Guiding Light: Craig Bronzan My name is Craig Bronzan, and I am a 3rd generation park and recreation professional. My first job was working as a gym attendant/umpire as a freshman in high school in 1970. Since that time, I have been working continuously in parks and recreation for 53+ years. My first 8 years were as a part-time employee, followed by a 36-year career working full time. I “retired” from full-time work as Director of Parks and Recreation with the City of Brentwood in December 2013, and have continued as a part-time special advisor consultant in parks and recreation with Management Partners/Baker Tilly for the past 9+ years. I have been a member of CPRS since 1982, and continue giving back to the profession as a Recreation and Park Commissioner with the City of Reno. Craig Bronzan

Q&A with Craig Did I plan for my retirement? My experience has taught me that the term “retirement” means different things to different people. I had never defined the term to mean that I would stop working or giving back as a volunteer. What it meant to me was that I would move from a full-time job to many part-time jobs and endeavors. I remember my first day of work as a full-time recreation supervisor and finding out that as a CalPERS member, if I worked for 37 years, I could retire at

74% of my salary (2% @ 60 formula). That seemed nice and along the way, I realized that use of a deferred compensation plan would add value in the long run to support my pension. Being a planner, I put together the long-range plan to be able to retire when I was vested and could continue a style of living that supported my interests. The Cal-PERS retirement side did not require a lot of planning, but the on-going contributions to my deferred comp program from 1982 through 2013 did and it made all the

difference in the world. Adding a deferred comp program to my CalPERS retirement allowed me to retire when I wanted to retire. I wanted to walk away when the hard things in my career that had been easy to accomplish were replaced by the easy things that had become hard. For me, the political side of dealing with ever changing City Managers and City Councils were the least enjoyable part of the job, and the ones that over time became hard. Continued on page 62…

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GUIDING LIGHTS

SAGE ADVICE FROM RETIRED CPRS PROFESSIONALS What was next? I officially retired from my full-time job, and walked right into consulting work with an outstanding company that supported my wish to work when I wanted, and around the schedule that worked for me. During the past nine years I have consulted with over 50 park and recreation agencies to assist with recruitment of directors, efficiency and effectiveness reports, strategic planning, and park and recreation master plans. I have found that the ability to provide recommendations that are implemented by others has allowed me the freedom to recommend the right thing to do while others must massage the political issues that are

different in each agency. My “after retirement plan” also allows me to continue to assist communities including local homeowner’s associations to write standards and specifications for landscape maintenance contracts. Whether it is paid or pro bono, I truly enjoy the opportunity to continue to give back after my official retirement.

Would I have changed anything? I would not change how I planned for retirement; however, I would have spent more time preparing for consulting work as I was fortunate to find something right after my formal retirement. I would recommend that anyone within a year or two of

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Were there any unintended consequences of my retirement? The one thing I was unprepared for was the decompression that occurred after being on the clock 24/7, 365 days a year tied to my phone/emails of responsibility that went with the position of director. Being able to relax without the expectation that someone might need to contact me took a good 3 months. It took a while before I was able to settle in and did not have the feeling or pressure of being on call that had been a part of my job. Once I realized that calls and emails could be returned on my schedule, I was able to relax and start to appreciate everyday rather than look forward to weekends. Another unintended consequence related to having an identity as director in my community. I have always lived in the communities where I worked and as such, was always well known for the position I held. Once I was retired, I no longer was counted on to provide leadership for parks and recreation and there was a bit of an adjustment for that role I had played for so long. Fortunately, my consulting work came along and I was able to assist a neighboring department for 7 months while recruiting a new director. By the end of that assignment I was more than happy to not have to be responsible anymore. n

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