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Auburn parks staff report rising teen attendance, expanded late-night events and staffing needs
Summary
Parks staff told council the rec center averaged 35—60 teens in September, reported 7,094 total program attendances last year, and described a $2 drop-in late-night event that drew 103 participants. Staff requested continued support for staffing, partnerships with the school district (bus service) and scholarship options for lower-income families.
Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation staff presented a detailed update on teen programs and facility operations at the Oct. 13 study session, emphasizing increased attendance, the transportation partnership with Auburn School District, and the staffing and funding needed to sustain and expand programming.
Monique Hokett, teen program coordinator, described the after-school Rec program, which runs Monday through Friday from 2 to 5 p.m. and follows the school district calendar. Hokett said the Auburn School District provides a bus from every middle school and two high schools, which has been key to access and enrollment. Staff reported 7,094 program attendances in the prior…
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