TO: HONORABLE CHAIR AND COMMISSIONERS OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
FROM: Lea Kolek, Parks and Community Service Manager
PREPARED BY: Roseann Otis, Office Assistant II - Parks & Recreation
SUBJECT:
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Recreation, Activities, and Events Report
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RECOMMENDATION
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Receive and File.
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PRIOR ACTION/VOTE
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CITY COUNCIL GOAL
Coordinate and deliver responsive, effective community services.
BACKGROUND
Upcoming Events
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Event |
Date |
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Field of Honor |
November 9-16 |
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Veterans Day Parade |
November 11 |
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Santa Stops |
December 3-5 and 9-12 |
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Donuts with Santa |
December 7 |
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Festival of Trees |
December 7 |
Special Events
• On Friday, October 25, Murrieta CSD along with Murrieta PD hosted the annual Trunk or Treat and Dark in the Park at Town Square Park from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. There was an 80s concert by “Pulp Vixen” from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and a laser light show after sundown. This event was free for the public to attend. There were several department booths handing out candy and prizes along with food vendors on site. The event was a success filled with fun and creative costumes.
• Yard signs were delivered to the winners of the Halloween Home Decorating Contest on Wednesday, October 30.
• On Monday, November 11, the City of Murrieta will hold the 22nd Annual Veterans Day Parade beginning at 10 a.m. at Washington Avenue and Ivy Street, ending at Town Square Park with the Field of Honor. Forty-eight applications have been received so far.
Recreation
• Staff are drafting a weather closure policy for fields.
• Adult softball will hold their playoff games next week.
Senior Center
• Senior Movie Day was held on Tuesday, September 17. Attendees watched That Thing You Do. The seniors and staff represented their favorite teams for Jersey Day.
• The Senior Center held a discussion on bereavement on Thursday, September 19, to provide resources to the senior center members that are grieving.
• The Senior Center hosted its annual Health & Resource Fair on Wednesday, September 25, with 18 vendors in participation. Some of the vendors provided health screenings such as hearings tests, vision tests, dental checks, and much more.
• On Monday, September 30, Mark Parker from the Temecula Vet Center set up a table to answer questions and help seniors navigate the Department of Veterans Affairs processes.
• The Senior Center held a Game Day on Friday, October 4, for seniors to gather and play a variety of games.
• The Beetlejuice movie was shown for Senior Movie Day on Tuesday, October 8. In addition, the Alzheimer’s Support Group gathered to share support and resources.
• On Tuesday October 15 staff held monthly class registration for senior center classes.
• On Wednesday, October 16, Mark Parker from the Veteran’s Center set up a booth in the lobby to assist senior veterans with any issues regarding veteran services. Additionally on Wednesday, XYZ hosted their senior social luncheon. Roughly 40 seniors gathered in the lunchroom to eat and socialize.
• On Thursday, October 17, local attorney Anita Milner hosted free legal aid consultations.
• On Wednesday, October 23, the Senior Center hosted its Harvest Festival potluck. Each senior brought in either an entrée, side dish, or dessert. Additionally, Janette from Home Instead partnered up with us to host a free craft at the event.
• The Senior Center hosted a Halloween costume contest during lunch on Thursday, October 31, with four categories: scariest, most creative, silliest, and staff choice. The winners of each category won a prize.
Alternative Recreation Program (ARP)
• ARP hosted a Candyland Karaoke event on Friday, September 13. Forty-nine (49) people attended. Participants made ice cream cones and had fun singing and dancing to their favorite songs.
• ARP held a Rock Concert on Friday, September 27, with sixty-eight (68) people in attendance.
• On October 11, forty-one (41) participants attended a Clue Mystery Party. Participants were given clues to solve the mystery of who murdered Daniel. There were eight stations with clues leading them to the next clue, until they reached the end. Recreation Leader Megan dressed up like Sherlock Holmes. Prizes were handed out. After solving the mystery, participants danced until 9 p.m. Drinks and snacks were provided.
• ARP held a Let’s Get Batty event for Halloween on Friday, October 25. Forty-seven (47) members participated. Attendees received goodie bags and participated in a costume contest to win prizes. The event included haunt rooms where high school students volunteered as characters in the haunted rooms.
• ARP will hold an Autumn Potluck on Friday, November 8.
Youth Center
• From October 2 to October 9, the current registration total is 242 memberships, with a total of 748 check-ins, averaging 120 check-ins per day for Youth Center members.
o On October 2 and October 9, the Youth Center recorded the highest check-in count of the semester with 139 members.
• From October 24 to October 30, the current registration total is 251 memberships, averaging 116 check-ins per day for Youth Center members.
Youth Advisory Committee (YAC)
• After conducting interviews and sending out offer letters, there is now a total of eleven members on the Youth Advisory Committee. The first official meeting was held on October 7, where the YAC discussed the calendar of events, signed the committee agreement, and outlined its goals and mission for the year.
• The YAC’s second official meeting is scheduled for November 5, 2024.
California Oaks Sports Park Pool
• The Cal Oaks Sports Park pool is currently closed to the public
Skate Park
• The Skate Park is open with no staff on-site supervising activities. Users are encouraged to follow the posted skate park rules and to proceed at their own risk. No complaints received since staff stopped supervising the facility.
FISCAL IMPACT
None
ATTACHMENTS
1. Recreation, Activities, and Events Report Pictures
2. Special Event Flyers