Recreation Advisory Board Agenda and Packet 2023 02 27

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Recreation Advisory Board Minutes January 23, 2023 Page 4 of 5 Kathy reported that the Rec Center is doing well, with multiple post-COVID attendance records. The Center sold more passes in the first part of January than in all of last year. Cycling classes are filling up again. Pickleball sessions have been packed, and Kathy is planning to add some additional drop -in pickleball times in February. The Rec Center Preschool is now on the Colorado State Portal for Universal Preschool. This is hiring season, and the Rec Center will have a job fair on February 15. In addition, job opportunities are posted on high school and university job boards and online. Staff will attend the job fair at Fairview. Kathy hopes to hire lifeguards, summer day camp counselors, and tennis instructors. Outdoor Rec Amenities Update Gene reported from the subcommittee meeting. The subcommittee would like to redo the outdoor recreation preference survey. It is not clear if this should be put on hold to be a part of the Master Planning process. However, survey results are useful to advocate for future projects. Gene said that indoor tennis is an amenity that would benefit the community. Deb expressed a desire for a good ice-skating rink. Kathy informed us that recommended amenities per capita can be found in the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) metrics. Board Updates Mary spoke about the importance of having a port -a -potty or a bathroom in the parks. City Council is still planning to look at the appropriate number of members of the various boards. The RAB is requesting a change from nine members to seven. Discussion Items for Next Meeting General Maintenance Plan — Abby NcNeal Staff Updates Outdoor Rec Subcommittee Update Updated Work Plan Marketing Plan Update Fitness Presentation Board Updates