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Lodi Boosters outline volunteer-run youth sports program, ask for field access and equipment support
Summary
At the March 10 Lodi Improvement Committee meeting, Kim RP, acting president of the Lodi Boosters, described an 18-member volunteer board that serves about 851 youth across multiple sports, highlighted equipment and field needs, and sought partnership and promotional support from city committees.
The Lodi Boosters, a volunteer-run youth-sports organization, presented to the Lodi Improvement Committee on March 10, asking for help with field access, equipment costs and promotional partnerships.
"My name is Kim RP and I'm excited and proud to represent the board. I'm the acting president," Kim RP said, introducing the group and its work running year-round sports programs. She said the Boosters were formed in 1960 and operate with about 18 volunteers.
Kim RP told the committee the Boosters work to keep participation affordable: "Our prices ... are lower than anybody in our area," and the group serves "about 851 kids right now" across seasons including baseball, softball, football, cheer, basketball and soccer. The organization funds operations through registration fees and fundraising; members identified the annual crab feed as their largest fundraiser.
Committee members asked how the city and other committees could help. Boosters cited three primary needs: reliable field availability and safe, repaired grounds; replacement/maintenance of equipment (soccer nets, goals); and support for snack-bar infrastructure such as refrigeration. "We give parks our schedule of practices and game times," a Booster said, noting an improved relationship with Parks and Recreation but confirming that sharing fields can create scheduling pressure.
Members suggested connecting the Boosters with local service clubs and trade organizations. One committee member recommended Sunrise Rotary (president Gene Reno) as a potential partner; others offered to publicize tryouts and events on committee social channels. Boosters said they primarily use Instagram, Facebook and email lists for outreach and welcomed tagging or promotional help.
The presentation included a short video produced by Boosters volunteers showing participants and activities. Committee members thanked the presenters and agreed to follow up on partnership opportunities and promotion ahead of youth seasons.
What happens next: Boosters were invited to coordinate directly with staff and committee members on potential partnerships and promotional support; committee members also offered to mention the group when outreach and town-hall plans are developed.
