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Stow Parks & Recreation sees program growth, weighing registration software change

2112420 · January 14, 2025
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Summary

Board heard that youth and senior programs are growing, campground registration dates were set and staff are evaluating new registration software options (Civic Plus/CampLife/CampSpot/CivicREC) though cost and migration issues remain.

Parks & Recreation staff told the board that many programs saw higher participation in 2024 and that the department is preparing for the 2025 season while evaluating registration software options.

Staff reported strong participation in youth sports: the elementary basketball program has nearly 300 children (an increase from prior years), seventh- and eighth-grade programs have about 60 participants and the high-school program includes seven teams (about 80 students). Seasonal day camps and volleyball plans are underway. Staff said many programs experience wait lists and that the new community center will free up space for previously waitlisted…

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