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Commission forms subcommittee to reestablish 2025 summer program
Summary
The commission voted unanimously to create a subcommittee to plan a summer program series in July, including water-slide and craft activities, and discussed volunteer and background-check needs.
The Parks and Recreation Commission voted to create a subcommittee to reestablish the city’s summer program for 2025.
Commissioners said the program previously ran in July (National Parks and Recreation Month) and included water slides, bounce houses and crafts. The commission agreed a summer program was desirable but raised staffing concerns: past events required significant support from Public Works, and the commission emphasized the need to recruit volunteers rather than rely on city staff for multiple days of events.
Why it matters: the program draws families and uses city parks for youth activities. Commissioners noted registration, waivers, wristbands for photo opt-out, and volunteer staffing levels must be managed to comply with state rules governing child-centered events.
Key points recorded: - Subcommittee membership: commissioners volunteered (Monica Bieri and two others) and volunteers from the Windcrest volunteer group were encouraged to assist. - Staffing and safety: commissioners said the event required sign-in staff (2–3 people) and at least 2 adults supervising each water-feature; organizers previously ran a half-day schedule (ending about 1:30 p.m.) to avoid extreme heat. - Background checks: commissioners agreed to investigate whether volunteers require city background checks or state-level checks for events involving children.
Formal action: a motion to create a subcommittee for the 2025 summer program was moved, seconded and carried unanimously.
