MESSAGE FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER
The Cosumnes Community Services District is proud to announce a groundbreaking innovation in emergency response technology, coinciding with National EMS Week (May 19-25). This initiative marks a significant milestone in our ongoing endeavor to enhance community safety and wellbeing.
In partnership with LYT, a trailblazing provider of smart traffic solutions, the District is launching a pilot program to test the cutting-edge LYT emergency system in Elk Grove. Funded by Measure E, this revolutionary technology harnesses the power of GPS to dynamically adjust traffic signals along emergency routes, shaving precious seconds off response times without disrupting the flow of traffic.
Over the next 12 months, this cloudbased system will be implemented at 43 strategic intersections along Laguna Boulevard, Bond Road, and Elk Grove Boulevard, optimizing emergency response times and saving precious minutes. If successful, the technology will
be permanently integrated into the District's emergency response infrastructure,bolsteringourcommitment to prioritizing community safety and wellbeing.
This Measure E-funded initiative showcases the District and the City of Elk Grove's unwavering dedication to embracing innovative solutions, fostering a safer, more resilient future for our community. By pushing the boundaries of technology and collaboration, we are redefining the standard for emergency responseandcommunitycare.
May 2024
CAP TO CAP
Every year, the District participates in Sacramento Metropolitan’s Chamber of Commerce Capitol-to-Capitol program,which secures funding and resources for high-priority projects in the California Capitol region and providesmembers a voice at the national level. This year’s program took place inApril in Washington, D.C. Board Director Sakaris, General Manager Lewis, Fire Chief Rodriguez, Administrator of General Services Chehrezad, and Assistant Chief Freeman attended and advocated on behalf of the District. Captured below is our team after Congresswoman Matsui’s sessiononpublicsafety.
FINANCE TEAM TRAINING
On April 30, the Finance team participated in a training session on “The Five Dysfunctions of a Team,” presented by James Mayo from Coaching California.
The interactive half-day training was designed to empower the team with essential interpersonal skills crucial for effective team dynamics. It taught the team how to build trust, foster open and honest communication, commit to courses of action, and practice accountability. These valuable techniques can increase productivity in accomplishing team goals andresult in greatersuccess.
EMERGING LEADERS
Emerging Leaders (a part-time professional development program) hosted its second meeting; all members of the cohort (11) went on a tour to all recreation facilities and a few of the larger parks. In addition, they all proposed different ideas for an event or program to plan and execute. The group will be hosting a formal dance for teens, at-risk youth, and home-schooled individuals who may not be able to attendaschooldance.
EMERALD LAKES GOLF COURSE PRO SHOP IMPROVEMENTS
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We're excited to announce that the Emerald Lakes Golf Course Pro Shop Improvements are finally complete! Thanks to the tireless efforts of our Building Maintenance crew, they executed an in-house renovation, providing the pro shop withamuch-neededremodel.
Their in-house project has transformed the pro shop into a modern and stylish space that will impress golfers of all levels. The improvementsareatestamenttoour commitment to providing the best quality facilities and services to the community.
We invite you to come check it out for yourself and elevate your golfing experience at Emerald Lakes Golf Course!
EMS Week, May 19-25, 2024, was thetimewehonoredtheentireEMS profession and its importance in protecting the safety and health of our citizens. This year marks the 50th Anniversary with the theme, “Honoring Our Past. Forging Our Future.” This reminds us to acknowledge the foundational work of those who came before us whilestriving to build and lead the EMS system we envision for our future. It was a pleasure to celebrate these dedicated and hardworking emergency responders who answer the call when you need themmost.
EMS WEEK
EVERY 15 MINUTES
The Fire Department participated in Galt High School’s Every 15 Minutes program for high school juniors and seniors.This program includes a mock fatal DUI collision and the response from first responders. The response included an air ambulance, family notifications by chaplains, consultations from trauma doctors and donor services, and students being isolated from their peers. The program concludes with an assembly.At the assembly, students and parents read letters to one another, heard about the impacts of being a DUI survivor from Kelly Carr,Angel Renteria's mother, and watched a video recapping the collision from the previous day. Our hope is that the Every 15 Minutes rescue simulation and assembly will teach the students about the dangers of drunkdrivingandwillhelpthemresistthetemptationtodrinkanddriveinthefuture.
ALL HANDS ON DECK WORK DAY
Park and Golf Operations personnel hosted an “All Hands On Deck Work Day”atPromenadeParkonWednesday, April 3. Seventy district staff members came together to help beautify the park with multiple tasks. Three new trees were planted to replace ones lost during recent storms; new sections of sod were installed; the decomposed granite walkingpathwasrepairedbyaddingfour yards of material; the trellises, bollards,and light posts were painted; dead plant material was removed; and 80 plants were replanted throughout the park.Thankyouforallofthehelp!
R.I.S.E GOLF PROGRAM
On Sunday, May 5, 17 participants from the First Tee R.I.S.E Golf Program visited Emerald Lakes Golf Course. The R.I.S.E Golf Program is a full-service program designed byFirst Tee to introduce the game of golf to kids who have minimum exposure to the game due to financial constraints. Personnel from Emerald Lakes Golf Course provided access to the course at no charge to the kids and an instructor from Emerald Lakes partnered with staff from the Sacramento First Tee Chapter to teach the kids about the game of golf. If the kids are interested in continuing with one of the course programs, then personnel from Emerald Lakes can send a letter to the First Tee Chapter so that the child is can participate at no cost, and the course would be reimbursed for ourfeesthroughTheFirstTeeofGreater Sacramento.
FIT FEST
Fit Fest was hosted on April 20 at Laguna Community Park andWackford Pool and attended by 1,000 community members. Activities included and inflatable obstacle course and giant slide, interactive games, free youth fitness challenges, access to open swim, group fitness demos, vendor booths and food trucks, the Warrior Z’s Battle Grounds competition, and the Kid’s Warrior Challenge. Four bikes were awarded, one to each Kids Warrior Challenge time slot winner. BikesweredonatedbyAmazon.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Water Safety Night
Thursday,May30from6:30pm–8:30pmat WackfordCommunity&AquaticComplex Freefamilynightswim. Theeventwill includeawatersafetypresentation, activities,andopenswim.
Regional Safety Day
Saturday,June1from9:00am–2:00pmat ElkGrovePark(RotaryGroveParkingLot) Freefamily-friendlyeventfeaturing emergencyresponsevehicles,K-9 demonstrations,a“jawsoflife”extraction,a helicopterlanding,andmuchmore!
Rotary Grove Renovation Celebration
Wednesday,June12from5:00pm–7:00pm
Movies in the Park
June15atKammererPark FoodTrucksfrom6:00pm–8:00pm MovieStartsat7:30pm
Laguna Town Square Renovation Celebration
Thursday,June20from5:00pm–7:00pm
Comedy Under the Stars
Friday,June21atLagunaTownHall Amphitheaterat8:00pm
NEW HIRES
BrandonBale,FireInspectorI
JohnKenkel,YouthOutreachAdvocate
PROMOTIONS & TRANSFERS
SandhyaSami,ManagementAnalyst
SEPARATIONS
AnnaHooper,ManagementAnalyst (Retired)
PaulMewton,ChiefofPlanningDesign &Construction(Retired)
STAFF HIGHLIGHT
Our Staff Highlight for this month is Timory Moritz! Timory has been with the District since 2006 and has taken on various roles in different sections working with Therapeutic Recreation, partnerships, contracts and is currently in the Fire Department as an Administrative Specialist. Timory lives in Sacramento with her husband Zach, their 11-year-old daughter Madeleine and the rambunctious family dog, Uno. When Timory is not at work, she is with her family exploring the train museum in Old Sacramento, visiting parks and playgrounds and spending time in their backyard planning their small suburban
