geNerAL iNforMAtioN Program information The Department of Parks & Recreation directly mails three seasonal “Recreators” activity guides per year to Greenfield residents and businesses. Mailing schedule: FALL (August) WINTER/SPRING (December) SUMMER (May) In addition, specific program flyers are periodically distributed to public and private schools located within the corporate limits of the City of Greenfield. As a public service, timely program information can be found on a regular basis in the CNI Greenfield NOW, Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel “Neighbors”, Suburban and Sports sections, Warner Community Access Channel, and the department web site at www.greefieldwi.us/parksrec Non-Residents of Greenfield may subscribe to receive the “Recreator”. Subscriber advantages: • Mailed directly to your home • Prompt delivery See page 46 for more information.
nondiscrimination Policy It is the policy of the City of Greenfield Department of Parks and Recreation that no person shall, on the basis of race, color or disability, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any City of greenfield sponsored program, activity or employment. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Greenfield will make every reasonable effort to accommodate persons with disabilities in the provision of City services, programs or activities. If you require special accommodation in order to participate, please inform us when you register.
school district Cooperation The Department of Parks & Recreation would like to thank both the Greenfield School District and the Whitnall School District for their support and cooperation with facility scheduling. However, due to school athletic and education programming, some recreation activities may need to be cancelled or rescheduled. The community’s understanding during these times is appreciated.
insurance/liability The City of Greenfield does not provide hospital/medical insurance coverage for persons participating in sponsored activities and cannot assume responsibility for injury to any participants in its recreation programs. Participants are encouraged to obtain their own insurance coverage prior to the start of the program and to consult with a physician before participating in any strenuous activity.
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lesson observation/ Visitors day In an effort to better promote a positive learning environment for programs, only registered participants are permitted in the classroom area. Our instructors welcome the opportunity to discuss participant’s progress with parents after class. The final instructional class may be observed by parents unless special dates are scheduled by the instructors.
Cooperative Programming What does this mean? When you see this symbol, it means this program is being made available as part of a cooperative programming agreement with other local departments or agencies. Individually, each department or agency may not have the facility or instructor or enrollment necessary to offer the program. In working together, the cooperative departments are able to better serve the needs of their residents by expanded program opportunities.
new Program ideas The Department of Parks & Recreation is always receptive to suggestions for the development of “new” program offerings. Please feel free to give us a call with your ideas.
lost and found If you have lost or misplaced an item in one of our parks or program facilities, please contact the Parks & Recreation Department office. Articles that are found and turned into the office are kept for 60 days. After that period of time, the items are donated to a local charitable organization. The Department of Parks & Recreation and related facility providers are not responsible for any lost or stolen items.
tyPo, we Goofed? Occasionally there may be an error in days, times, registration requirements, locations or fees. When such errors occur, our staff will do everything possible to correct the situation promptly. The department reserves the right to change program schedules as needed to accommodate demand or school use conflicts. Read your receipt carefully as any changes since the printing of this RECREATOR will be noted there.
employment opportunities Persons interested in obtaining part-time/ seasonal employment with the Department of Parks & Recreation should complete an employment application form at the department office. Openings for positions as lifeguards, officials, program supervisors, and instructors for various programs are usually filled from current applications on file. Qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview as openings become available.
Park & recreation board meetings The City of Greenfield Department of Parks & Recreation is a governmental agency established for the purpose of providing and managing public recreation programs, facilities and park/open spaces for the community. The Department is governed by appointed board members who serve as a policy making body. Regular Park and Recreation Board meetings are generally held on the LAST Thursday of each month (exception: November and December regular meetings are held on the THIRD Thursday of the month) at 7:00 PM at the Greenfield City Hall, 7325 W Forest Home Avenue. Agendas and minutes are available at www.greenfieldwi.us. Click on “calendars/meetings/agendas” for information on meeting dates, times and location. Residents are invited to attend and are welcome to make suggestions or comments.
Photographs For program promotion purposes, from time to time photographs will be taken of participants. If you do not wish to have your photo taken, please tell the photographer and/or class instructor.
non-resident Policy Definition: In the case of non-resident participation, it is generally accepted that non-resident users should contribute an additional fee to offset their non-tax status. A non-resident is defined as a person who does not reside or own property within the corporate limits of the City of Greenfield ( in general, does not directly contribute to City of Greenfield property taxes). User Fee Surcharge: Persons defined as a nonresident of the City of Greenfield are required to remit double (100% surcharge) the adopted resident program/service fee (i.e. resident fee of $10 = non-resident fee of $20). Non-residents who falsely register, shall forfeit their privilege to participate and any related fees collected will be retained by the Department (no refund given). Exception to non-resident user fee/surcharge: • Non-residents who attend either a Greenfield
or Whitnall School District School will be assessed at the resident rate. • Non-residents employed by the City of Greenfield (and spouse; children within immediate household) are exempt from any nonresident related surcharges. • Persons who pay partial City of Greenfield property taxes, are entitled to a prorated nonresident surcharge based on the percentage of their City of Greenfield tax contribution in relation to their overall property tax bill (payment to other City/Village/ Township entities). In example: If 20% of your overall property tax bill is paid to the City of Greenfield, your non-resident surcharge rate would be 80% (i.e., resident fee of $10 = adjusted non-resident fee of $18).
Greenfield Parks & Recreation (414) 329.5370 / 24 hour information Line (414) 297.9008