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November 2005 MCPD Report , Kona
Alisa Mitchener, Recreation Specialist
Parks and Recreation ADA Transition Plan Update
Recreation Division:
I coordinated a strategic planning workshop for Recreation Division. Included
Beth Dykstra from Research and Development to showhow our public survey
could be linked to grant seeking. Created survey draft to assess public need and
new program ideas. Questions regarding adapted programming and accessibility
are included.
Registration for Winter-Intersession has begun in districts with year round school
schedules.
Reviewing a comprehensive Bully Prevention Program with theHawaii Island
Anti Bullying Coalition.
Researching new games and Edible Art cooking projects
Aquatics:
Aquatics Staff training
Policy ideas/ DRAFTS
I. Group Use and Personal Assistant registration: Programs VS Free Public
Swim
II. Family changing roomsunisex changing rooms
III. Floatation devices
IV. Swim diapers Resources
Announcements:
Councilman Pete Hoffman for Kohala asked P&R director about
community needs. Funds were provided to create a new 1/2 time
position for the Kamehameha Park Gym.