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Commission meeting spotlights volunteer groups: soccer club, historical society, gardens, equestrian and open-space foundation
Summary
Six nonprofit groups presented to the commission in a 'Year of the Volunteer' series, highlighting volunteer hours, education programs and local partnerships; the Walnut Creek Soccer Club said it serves about 3,000 members and committed $1.5 million to park improvements over 10–15 years.
The Park, Recreation and Open Space Commission dedicated a large portion of its Feb. 2 meeting to six nonprofit presentations as part of a "Year of the Volunteer" series. Groups described volunteer-run education programs, fundraising, facility partnerships with the city and large-scale community events.
John Livingood, president of the Walnut Creek Soccer Club (doing business as Walnut Creek Surf), told the commission the club represents roughly 3,000 members and has committed $1.5 million over the next 10–15 years to help offset…
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