DIRECTOR REPORT DIRECTORREPORT
Lake Oswego Parks & Recreation’s mission is to Build Community, Enrich Lives, and Care for the Urban and Natural Environment This report is a look back and summary of operations supporting our mission and promise of excellent services to the people of Lake Oswego.
Building Momentum Across Programs, Facilities, Community Events, and City Department Collaboration
February showcased strong participation, program advancements, and collaboration across Lake Oswego Parks & Recreation In partnership with the Lake Oswego Fire Department, we successfully hosted two well-attended Hands-Only CPR training sessions in honor of American Heart Month. Additionally, our collaboration with the Library Rover brought enrichment to families during Indoor Play at LORAC. Staff has also secured over $41,000 in confirmed sponsorships (to date) for the Summer Concert Series and Farmers’ Market, enhancing support for free and accessible community events.
LORAC experienced high engagement levels in fitness, aquatics, enrichment, and sports, supported by new communication and customer service tools that enhanced efficiency and outreach to program participants Luscher Farm and Community Gardens prepared for spring with orientations and sustainability initiatives, while Parks staff made progress on seasonal projects, including “Tree of the Week” videos to celebrate Arbor Month (April), athletic field preparation, and natural area stewardship.
FEBRUARY 1 - 28, 2026
Community Events
American Heart Month: For the month of February, American Heart Month, the community events team and fire department partner to teach the community the life saving skill of CPR. We hosted two free open to the public handsonly CPR classes at the Jean Road and Westlake Fire Stations. Both sessions were well attended i h 80 l di h W l k
Summer Concerts & Market Music: Planning is in full swing for the 2026 performance opportunities with a focus on booking the Summer Concert Series and Lake Oswego Farmers’ Market. The Wednesday shows at Foothills and Westlake are completed booked and we have some fantastic performers set to be on stage this year. Local favorites, Taken By the Sky (August 19 ), AC/DC tribute band, Shoot To Thrill (August 12 ), and rock tribute stalwarts, Radical Revolution (August 26 ) are a few of the highlights to what should be another excellent summer of music. The Lake Oswego Farmers’ Market is just over half booked with several additional offers out in order to meet our spring catalog print deadline and get the word out about all the excellent local artists, who will be performing This year we are lucky to have back Leo Moon, Lake Ridge High School Jazz Band, and Mars FM. Some great new acts to take the farmers’ market stage will be Pati Rojas, Eric John Kaiser, and JY Wise duo.
Sponsorship: Sponsorship decks continue to go out as we line up area businesses to support another great summer event season. We have already lined up a few commitments and continue to line up local business for a variety of sponsorship opportunities in order to continue the tradition of these awesome musical events being free. We have over $20k in sponsorship dollars confirmed for Concerts and $21K confirmed for the farmers’ market.
Sound Engineering: Contract work continues for sound production and talent buying as well as the research into vendors to perform food services during the concert season. After booking is complete for performers the focus will shift towards food vendors and other preproduction details, but the summer event calendar is well on its way to being put in place
Community Events
Memorial Day: We have confirmed our Keynote speaker for the Memorial Day celebration in partnership with the Lake Oswego Veterans Memorial. Colonel Mary J. Mayer, USAF (ret) has agreed to speak on the history of Memorial Day and end with inspiring words on how to honor the dead in the present day. Col. Mayer received her undergraduate degree in Spanish/secondary education from Marylhurst University and received her Master of Arts in human resource management from Central Michigan University in 1983. She completed 30 years of active service in the Air Force, culminating in her serving as commander, Defense Contract Management Agency, Northrop Grumman Mayer retired from the military in December 2002. Having completed a four-year gubernatorial appointment to the Advisory Committee to the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs, she was recently confirmed for a three-year term as a Commissioner on the Oregon Governor's Commission on Senior Services.
4 of July: Pre-production continues for the July 4 Star Spangled Celebration. For the 250 anniversary of the USA, we will be expanding the parade and celebration with a concert double header at Millennium Plaza Park Parade route traffic control is in progress with LOPD, LOFD, and NW Flagging company The team will also work with the LOARES amateur radio operators for extra safety along the route. Parade applications are now open and submissions are trickling in from local businesses, nonprofits, and community members.
Community Events
Lake Oswego Farmers’ Market: We’ve completed the Farmers’ Market application process We received over 350 vendor applications for the 2026 season which is a testament to the strength and reputation of the Lake Oswego market. We’ve hosted numerous interviews and product tastings for prospective vendors and have begun the selection and approval process. It’s shaping up to be a fantastic season with a thoughtful and balanced vendor mix.
Young Entrepreneur Program: We’ll have 20 young entrepreneurs participating this season, made up of both returning vendors and some impressive new talent. Our returning participants continue to grow in confidence and professionalism, and the new applicants are bringing great creativity to the mix We will continue to have a wide variety of products made by our talented group of teens. From ceramics, baked goods, jewelry, crochet, matcha, and more, our young entrepreneurs are sure to impress our community. Our returning entrepreneurs also provided thoughtful insight into what they would like to see as next steps in the program including a more advanced workshop on customer service, deeper mentorship opportunities, and ways to continue building their skills beyond the introductory experience.
Vendor News: On a bittersweet note, one of our most beloved longtime vendors, Morsels, has retired Rose Hubler has been bringing her scones to market since the very beginning At 92 years young, she has decided it’s time to step back. Rose has been such a treasured part of our market family, and she will be deeply missed.
2003 First Summer of Farmers’ Market
2024 Photo of Farmers’ Market and Rose
Luscher Farm
Resource Management: Luscher Farm is always trying to be more responsible with its water consumption. We recently added another rain barrel on the greenhouse to take advantage of the rainy weather, and have something to water our plants with before the water gets turned back on April 1 !st
Summer Camp Planning: We are so excited that most of our camp counselors are returning for another great year of Summer camps! This year, we will be able to add 1-2 more members to our team. The job will be posted soon, and interviews will take place in March and April.
Adopt-a-plot: Seeds have been started in the greenhouse! We are focusing on early crops that can tolerate Spring weather, like lettuces, peas, and select herbs. Several staff beds have been reserved in the Adopt-a-Plot area for the more space and time-consuming veggies like potatoes, garlic, and onions. Adopt-a-plot orientations are currently being scheduled, and the beds are being weeded and prepped for another great year!
Volunteer Work Parties: The Friends of Luscher Farm will graciously be hosting monthly Saturday work parties from March to September. More information and dates are on our website. Please feel free to join us for a morning of projects to keep the farm beautiful and weed-free!
Community Gardens: We have 18 confirmed plots that are changing hands to folks off the waiting list. Plots were offered to numbers 1-32 on the waitlist and many folks (14) declined the offer for various reasons (moved out of the area was the most common reason). We are slowly but surely making our way through the list! Folks that were given plots have been on the list for 2 to 3 years.
Orientations for new gardeners will take place on March 14th and folks will get their plot assignments then We will be staking out the perimeters of the transferring plots in the first 2 weeks of March We are in in the midst of holding 10 in person Orientations for the returning gardeners and co-gardeners They have been quite fun as well as illuminating. Gardeners are learning how to use SignUpGenius more effectively, how to be a field trip volunteer, and most importantly, how to deter rodents. We have had some lively conversations on that topic. In total, 201 folks have signed up to attend the Returning Gardner Orientations. We expect to have about 30 people at the New Gardener Orientation
Adult Community Center
Program Highlights:
The ACC is excited to be partnering with the LO school district’s LO Community Transition Program (CTP) to assist with duties in the dining room.
All spots are sold out for our “Intro to Traditional Japanese Ikebana” (floral arranging). Ikebana is regularly on display at the ACC.
The Senior Scholar Program hosted 36 attendees for a talk on the history of religious persecution
The Senior Scholar Program also had 43 participants on a talk regarding decoding misinformation in the media.
A generous donation from See’s Candy for prize at our Valentine’s Day lunch.
Human Services:
AARP Tax Aide had enough volunteers this year to offer appointments at the ACC! In February, we served 68 appointments with 20 on the waitlist.
In 2026 we have used $700 from a grant to reimburse seniors for medical rides taken with a ride share provider.
For those that don’t know, the ACC offers medial equipment loans and we spent some time organizing and filtering older equipment.
Recreation Management & Aquatics
Administrative Operations News
LOPR staff members that use the City’s website joined the City Manager’s Office for a website modernization kick-off meeting to discuss revamp of the City website. Staff will help with the first round of auditing content to keep, update, move to storage in Laserfiche or delete content of pages. Staff will work from a audit excel spreadsheet as pages are assigned to them. Then, name what the status is of the page. Each Department has content coordinators as a key resource throughout the process and the end goal is to have records and a lovely new website by the end of 2026!
ActiveNet Registration System now includes Automated Waitlist Management module that will save staff time and be more convenient for customers. LOPR administrators and programming staff plan to implement the new software for the summer registration in time for the busiest waitlist season due to high demand for camp activities.
The LORAC weights & c card self-check-in station desk membership card check-in station This gives staff the ability to know if customer has authorization to enter and will also help in keeping data on room use.
Staff met with contract discuss some pending policies on solicitation and other matters.
Monthly February Program Meeting Agenda included brainstorming about how to fundraise for the Scholarship Program.
Aquatics & Program Operations
Swim Lessons: 149 participants enrolled in learn-to-swim programs, supporting community water safety and skill development.
Aqua Mat Yoga: New program launched with the first class at capacity, welcoming 5 participants.
Lifeguard Training: 13 new lifeguards certified, strengthening aquatic safety coverage and staffing capacity.
Hiring & Recruitment: Conducted 14 interviews, resulting in the hiring of 2 new full-time staff members and additional parttime team members.
Facility Use: Hosted 3 high school swim meets, supporting local athletics and maximizing use of the LORAC aquatics
LORAC Recreation Management
Parks Board Meeting - Staff Report - LORAC
LORAC MONTHY STATUS REPORT STAFF REPORT
2/18/26 PARKS BOARD MEETING
Background: Parks Board members have requested information on the progress of business and operations of the new recreation center This will be information from when dryside operations began in late April 2025 and wetside operations began in mid-June 2025 through January 2026. Each report hereafter will provide monthly information updates.
LORAC 522
TOTAL REVENUE SINCE LORAC OPENED
$984,869
TOTAL EXPENSES SINCE LORAC OPENED $898,650
AQUATICS 529
TOTAL REVENUE SINCE POOLS OPENED $1,137,882
TOTAL EXPENSES SINCE POOLS OPENED
$1,258,922
LORAC
MEMBERSHIPS SOLD SINCE LORAC OPENED 11,594
LORAC
MEMBERSHIP REVENUE SINCE LORAC OPENED
$1,494,577*
(*Membership & Pass Revenue Split Between LORAC And Aquatics)
LORAC
TOP 3 CLASSES/ACTIVITIES WITH MOST PARTICIPATION
FITNESS- STRENGTH & BALANCE AND RESISTANCE TRAINING
ENRICHMENT-LINE DANCE, LEGO ACTIVITIES, INDOOR PLAYGROUND
SPORTS-PICKLEBALL, HIGH SCHOOL
BASKETBALL LEAGUE, FENCING
AQUATICS-SWIM LESSONS, AQUATIC FITNESS, LIFEGUARD TRAINING
GOLF 550/551
TOTAL REVENUE SINCE COURSE OPENED
$919,580*
TOTAL EXPENSES SINCE COURSE OPENED
$468,802
(*includes Rounds collected in Active, Cart Rentals, Merchandise)
GOLF
#ROUNDS SINCE COURSE OPENED 11,728
GOLF ROUND REVENUE SINCE COURSE OPENED
$435,210
RANGE BUCKETS SOLD SINCE COURSE OPENED 24,267 ED
LORAC Management Services
Operations
February was a steady month with strong daily usage across the facility. Staff continued focusing on maintaining cleanliness, customer service, and safe operations. We also worked to clarify internal responsibilities related to cleaning coverage to ensure consistent standards across all areas. Rec Support, Fitness Attendants, and the contracted cleaning crew continue to collaborate well to support day-today needs
Aquatics
Aquatics programming remained busy with swim lessons and regular lap and recreation swim participation. Staff responded to a few operational challenges, including monitoring space limitations during preschool play hours and reinforcing expectations around appropriate behavior on facility property. Safety continues to be our top priority, and communication with staff regarding situational awareness and incident response was reinforced.
Staffing
Staffing remains an ongoing focus, particularly in aquatics We continue to evaluate scheduling coverage and explore opportunities to strengthen our full-time staffing model to better support programming and supervision needs. Recruitment and retention remain priorities as we move into the spring season. We also did interviews for the two new aquatic specialist positions and hope to make an offer this month to the two candidates.
Customer Service / Community Engagement
We received valuable feedback from patrons this month regarding program access and facility use. These conversations help inform future scheduling and program considerations. Overall, member engagement remains positive, and staff continue working to provide a welcoming environment.
Maintenance / Facility
Routine maintenance items were addressed throughout the month in coordination with Sebastian and the maintenance team Cleaning coverage and supply monitoring were also reviewed to help ensure consistent service levels.
Looking Ahead
Priorities for March include continued staffing efforts, evaluating program space usage, preparing for spring activity increases, and maintaining strong communication across teams to support safe and efficient operations.
Enrichment
Fitness Programs:
Fitness held a Couple’s Yoga event for Valentine’s Day! An hour partner yoga class followed by champagne and strawberries. Everyone had a wonderful time, and we had many first time LOPR participants. Finalizing fitness camps and events for this summer. Planning many outdoor classes along with a Yoga Retreat on the Oregon coast!
The LORAC weight room and fitness studio are both thriving. Our member fitness classes continue to have large participation. 726 participants this month.
Enrichment Programs:
The February Live Well Dance had 113 participants! The monthly event features live music from the Millennium Dance Band and snacks and mocktails provided by the Youth Action Council.
The LO Library Rover visited LORAC for Indoor Play on February 26, providing a traveling library to parents and patrons!
Teen Programs:
The Lounge is halfway through the school year! Attendance is still solid and membership is still growing. Excited for the spring!
Lounge hosted a full month of programs including a Minute to Win It Night and a NERF Night.
Staff finalized the summer camps and activates lineup. Looking forward to a great summer!
The Youth Action Council is currently accepting applications for the Outside the Art Room Teen Art Showcase and Auction which is held on April 17.
Outdoor Programs:
Our provider led a snowshoe trip! Just the second snowshoe trip in the past 10 years for LOPR!
Staff has finalized camp lineups and equipment rental dates for summer programming. Excited to see a return of all programs and an increase in mountain biking opportunities!
Staff joined Projects and Parks teams to meet with a river advocacy group about materials and signage along the Tualatin River.
Parks Planning & Projects
CAPITAL PROJECTS
LORAC:
Waiting on Building Official to provide final occupancy notification.
Anderson Pools to complete punch list at the end of this week.
Luscher Farm House Renovation
Polymath Architecture provided proposal to provide design development documents for farmhouse and bunkhouse improvements. Need Jeff’s approval to proceed.
The work will be prioritized based on available budget.
S&F Survey completed survey work last week and will provide survey documents in the next few weeks.
Willamette River Greenway:
Lango Hansen currently finalizing bid documents.
Pacific Habitat Services provided proposal for Habitat Assessment Study. Need Jeff’s approval to proceed. Consultant submitted documents to City surveyor for easements.
Rassekh Park Phase 2:
The PEMB maintenance building frame is complete, and installation of metal siding, flashing, and doors is underway. Following completion of the building envelope the contractor will install interior improvements including the lights, water heater, sinks, and mop basin.
This project, which is anticipated to be funded through the Metro Local Share program, is planned to be initiated in 2026. The first step in the process will be to submit a funding request to Metro to fund a preliminary design and alternatives analysis, and work with park neighbors and community members to identify the preferred alignment. Following design, staff anticipate being able to fund construction of the top preferred pathway alignment with Local Share dollars.
The project received land use approval through a ministerial review process in late 2025 and preparation of construction documents is underway. The project is expected to go to bid in March or April 2026 with construction beginning in late spring/early summer and completed by the fall. The project is planned to be funded through a combination of Parks & Recreation Department general fund dollars, system development charges, Metro Local Share dollars, and a grant from the Clackamas County Office of Tourism Mt Hood Territory Strategic Investment Program
Willamette River Greenway Trail:
West Waluga Neighborhood Connector Trails:
Parks Planning & Projects
PLANNING AND POLICY PROJECTS
Luscher Area Master Plan Implementation:
The land use application package was reviewed by City legal support in December 2025 and is being finalized, with a first submittal to the County expected in March or April 2026. Staff anticipate that the County may request additional information following the initial submittal, given the complexity of the project and the fact that this is a new review procedure for the County. Following a determination of application completeness by Clackamas County the application will be reviewed at a series of public hearings with the Clackamas County Planning Commission, Board of County Commissioners, and Historic Review Board.
Parks SDC Methodology Update:
Parks & Recreation staff met with the consultant team to review the list of projects and discuss preliminary concepts for updating the methodology, including alignment with recentlyadopted citywide housing studies and exploring a phased implementation strategy. The consultant team is updating the draft methodology and calculating preliminary maximum fees based on the adopted project list from Parks Plan 2040. Following this exercise, the draft concepts will be shared with internal staff from the Planning, Finance, and City Manager’s offices.
Tennis, Golf & Sports
TENNIS CENTER
Youth & Program Updates:
February continued the strong momentum established at the start of the Winter/Spring session.
• Youth and adult classes remained consistent with steady attendance and positive participant feedback.
• Instructors continued delivering highquality instruction, reinforcing skill development and player engagement across all levels.
• Enrollment remained stable, with waitlists reflecting sustained community interest.
Leagues & Team Play:
Winter league play remained active throughout the month.
• USTA Winter 2026 matches continued with regular court usage for league competition.
• Ongoing communication with team captains supported scheduling coordination, invoicing, and logistical needs.
• Court utilization remained high during peak hours due to league play, team practices, and seasonal reservations.
Planning & Preparation:
Facility & Operations:
Facility operations remained smooth and wellcoordinated.
• Court usage remained strong across programming, leagues, and private reservations.
• Front desk staff continued managing registrations, inquiries, and daily operations efficiently.
• Staff collaboration ensured consistent communication and quality customer experience.
Program Highlight - Fun Flights:
February focused heavily on forward planning for the upcoming summer season.
• Began preliminary summer programming development, including youth classes & camps and adult class offerings.
• Reviewed staffing needs and instructor availability to support anticipated summer demand.
• Evaluated current program structures to identify areas for growth and refinement heading into the summer session.
The Fun Flights women’s match play program continued to build consistency and interest.
• Participants engaged in structured match play with a focus on strategy, confidence, and preparation for competition
• The program continues to serve as a positive entry point for women exploring league participation.
• Feedback from players remains encouraging, with interest in continued sessions.
Tennis, Golf & Sports
SPORTS DIVISION
Preschool & Youth Sports:
We had 9 new preschool and youth classes that began in February. Skyhawks basketball and volleyball classes continue to sell out, with 12 kids in every class. Another round of fencing classes began, with 10 more kids in a combined level 1 and level 2 class.
Teen Sports:
High School City League Basketball finished the regular season, with 20 out of 25 teams making it to the tournament. There were 150 games played over 8 weeks of regular league play.
LORAC Gym:
Aside from the space being a popular place for after-school play for all ages, a fun space for families to gather, a go-to space for friendly adult pickup games and more, the gym has recently been improved with hoop numbers, rules banners, and announcement boards.
Pickelball:
This month, we ran an intro level and intermediate level pickleball class for a total of 22 participants. We introduced a new drop-in class, Pickleball Power Hour, for intermediate+ players, and filled our first offering. In total, we utilized three of our pickleball instructors for a combined 16.5 instruction hours.
Tennis, Golf & Sports
GOLF
In February, the golf course had 912 rounds played, and a total of $14,373 in green fees. On the driving range, golfers hit 113,690 golf balls (1,576 buckets) and brought in a total of $14,494.
As the daylight increases, there will be more opportunity for golfers to take advantage of nice-weather days, plus we will see the high school teams on the course and the practice areas starting in early March.
Parks, Natural Areas, Athletic Fields, Etc.,
Department Highlights:
Staff gave their Bee City USA presentation to parks board and completed our renewal
Our Urban Forester began work on a citywide tree inventory project with planning, parks, and public works
Staff participated in a Parks Training Clinic on soil sampling, soil amendments, and fertilizer application
Staff work party resurfacing gravel trail at Iron Mountain Park
Parks:
Staff updated equipment inventory database
Training on operating tractor for moving wood chips
Pressure washing hardscapes, shelters, and riou
Senio. parks staff continued WSU master pruner training series.
Cleared shelter roof of debris at East Waluga.
Little league restroom’s heaters repaired at Westlake Park.
Parks Continued:
Steamer/deep cleaning of restrooms at various parks.
Replaced rubber feet on metal tables & chairs at Foothills Park.
Winter pruning, shrub bed maintenance, blowing pathways, began applying wood chip mulch to shrub beds
Natural Areas:
Planted the Luscher hedgerow with pollinator plants.
Fixed the Luscher dumpster enclosure. Cleaned the Farmhouse gutters at Luscher Farm.
Finished most of our spring spray work. Replaced the bollards at River Run Park. Removed all the yard debris at Luscher to prepare for the spring.
Have started mowing fields again.
Added a waterline and drain line for the FRCC garden.
Filled in some potholes at Luscher Farm. Started our photo monitoring program for our restoration areas.
Urban Forester:
Reviewed second draft of tree code with parks and planning staff.
Worked with contactors and scheduled right of way tree maintenance for public works.
Filmed tree of the week videos for Arbor Month with other staff.
Attended an ISA training workshop about pests and diseases in the PNW.
Athletic Fields:
Westlake athletic field routine maintenance including edging and weed eating.
Mowing Westlake infields, all natural turf fields and small area parks
Routine maintenance on all our athletic fields including blowing dugouts and bleachers.
Soccer goal inspections on all our athletic fields: East Waluga, Hazelia, George Rogers, and Westlake.
Added crumb rubber to our synthetic fields at East Waluga to improve impact cushioning
Replaced the Home Plate Mat at East Waluga and Green Mat at Westlake little league, ensures the surface remains safe and consistent.
Equipment Maintenance.
Pressure washed bleachers on George Rodgers athletic field.
Lime application on our athletic fields natural grass fields: Westlake/Gorge Rodgers.
Replaced new brushes on the groomer implement for East Waluga synthetic turf maintenance field & making repair on the sweeper for Hazelia synthetic field.
Reservations:
We started taking applications for Premier Parks (Foothills, Millennium Plaza, Roehr) reservations and Special Event Permits on February 3 Online reservations for picnic shelters also opened up So far we have received 14 Premier Park reservations, 3 Special Event Permit applications and 20 3hour block picnic shelter reservations (does not include any City or P&R events, classes, etc.).
Urban Forester:
The reservation season runs April 1 –September 30.
New this year is the Rassekh Park picnic shelter for reservations.
We been preparing for the opening of the spring sports season by finalizing permits, organizing use, etc. The natural grass and dirt ballfields are scheduled to open March 2, weather pending. Online field requests for any remaining available space is now open online through May 31.
We are currently working on adding all field reservations/permits to online calendars for East Waluga, George Rogers, Hazelia, and Westlake parks starting with Hazelia this week. Customers will now be able to see when a field is permitted each day. Outside of the permits they may use the athletic fields on a first come, first serve use
Communication & Sponsorship
Social Media:
Park&NaturalAreaProjects
In February, Parks & Recreation’s social media channels highlighted a wide range of programs, events, and initiatives, including Hands-Only CPR, the Recreation Scholarship Program, Outside the Art Room, Volunteer Call for Action, Camps, and Go Live Well Dance. Total views for the month reached 52,023.
Website Management:
Maintained and updated the Parks & Recreation website with timely, accurate information, including park updates, upcoming events, project milestones, holiday hours, and aquatic facility schedules.
LORAC Support Materials:
Continued development of facility support materials to enhance the member experience and support daily operations at the Lake Oswego Recreation & Aquatics Center (LORAC). Materials included signage, brochures, digital assets, swim schedules, print collateral, and holiday hours messaging for Presidents Day.
Publications & Outreach:
Produced content for HelloLO and LO Down.
Active Email & App
Distributed multiple member emails to keep the community informed about pool schedules, holiday hours, and other important LORAC updates. Utilized a new update to Active Communications and also used the Captivate App to get messaging out about pool closures.
Sponsorships:
Continued development and refinement of the 2026 Sponsorship Decks, ensuring updated content, accurate program details, and alignment with departmental priorities. Ongoing coordination with Shelley on Farmers’ Market sponsorships resulted in securing a Wednesday Sponsor, with Comcast currently being considered as a potential presenting sponsor.
Website Review Project:
Partnered with the City Manager’s Office (Teo) on a comprehensive review of Parks & Recreation website content to determine which pages should remain active, be archived, or be removed. A department meeting with the CMO office and P&R was held on February 3. Approximately half of assigned content pages have been reviewed, with the goal of completing the remaining pages by mid-March. Additional staff will be contacted to revise, delete, or rebuild assigned pages. Attending biweekly meetings.
Communication & Messaging:
Participated in the monthly Communications Team meeting, with a focused discussion on the new City website project Continued coordination with the CMO on EAB-related messaging
NRPA Gold Medal:
Collaborated with Jan on preparation and submission of the NRPA Gold Medal Award application. Completed assigned questions and reviewed the full application packet.
Activity Guide & Fact Book:
The Fact Book is complete and ready for print. The Activity Guide is on track for completion in March.
Scholarship Program:
Scholarship demand continues to increase, with the greatest need occurring during summer programs and camps. In response, outreach, sponsorship opportunities, and community fundraising efforts have been launched. A coordinated ad, social media, and poster campaign is underway. Additional fundraising ideas in development include a dunk tank at the Fourth of July event, a lap swim challenge, a fitness challenge, and a Mayor’s golf tournament
Staff Support:
Thank you to Emily for covering communications while I was out for a week on vacation.