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REPORT
COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
Meeting:
GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE
March 26, 2007 Resolution #: GPA ;;)b L( ; () ~7
Date:
Report #: CSD-004-07
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Subject:
COMMUNITY SERVICES - 2006 YEAR END REVIEW
Recommendations:
It is respectfully recommended that the General Purpose and Administration Committee
recommend to Council the following:
1. THAT Report CSD-004-07 be received for information.
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Director of Community Services
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Franklin Wu
Chief Administrative Officer
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RECREATION SERVICES DIVISION
1.0 BACKGROUND
1.1
The Community Services Department is responsible for planning, implementing
and evaluating municipal recreation and leisure programs and facilities. This
report is intended to provide Council with an overview of the activities associated
with the Department’s Recreation Services and Facilities Divisions during 2006.
2.0 RECREATION SERVICES DIVISION
2.1
Over the course of 2006, this Division offered residents of Clarington over 1,400
registered classes in aquatics and fitness, as well as, youth and adult recreation
programs. In addition to our structured programming, the Division is also
responsible for the Department’s drop-in programs, special events,
memberships, public swims and recreational skating.
2.2
Recreation Services also provides opportunities for approximately 170 part time
staff positions, the majority of which are filled by local youth. These are positions
of substantial responsibility as parents entrust their children to our care and
safety.
3.0 AQUATICS
3.1 Admission Standards for Public Pools
i) After months of preparation, staff training and public education, April 1,
2006 marked the Municipality of Clarington’s launch of the new Admission
Standards for Public Pools. As advised in Report CSD-03-06, this
initiative was a direct result of the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care’s
notice to area municipalities regarding the Coroner’s Recommendations
for Admission Standards for Public Pools.
ii) This new standard for Admissions represented a significant change to the
Municipality’s existing admission standard. Working both independently
and in conjunction with the Durham Region Aquatic Programmers
Committee, the Community Services Department put forth changes to
increase the safety of all users, particularly young children, both in the
change rooms and in the pool area.
iii) Due to extensive public awareness and education prior to the launch
(including newspaper advertisements, handouts to swimming lesson
participants, Community Guide, mail-outs and signage within facilities),
implementation went smoothly and with little impact to the existing
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operation (see Attachment #1). Many parents commented the new
standards were a welcome change in promoting safety of young children.
Staff agreed that the increase in parental supervision has had a significant
impact on the safety concerns of young children, within the pool area and
surrounding change rooms.
3.2 Heat Relief Swims
i) In 2006, ten Heat Relief Swims were offered when temperatures reached
30 degrees Celsius or higher. These swims were an overwhelming
success in terms of patrons using the pools to cool off. A total number of
4,203 patrons utilized the four municipal pools on these days.
ii) Staff will be reviewing this initiative in upcoming months to ensure a high
level of customer service is maintained for all users, including members
who were unable to utilize the pool during regularly scheduled adult or
lane swims, when Heat Relief Swims were implemented. Options may
include designated pools for Heat Relief Swims as to affect the daily
operation as little as possible.
3.3 Head Start
i) A new leadership development program was finalized for teens looking to
gain employment in the Aquatic field. The program called Head Start was
designed specifically by senior aquatic staff to assist teens who have
obtained the minimum aquatic certifications, gain valuable insight and
experience to the aquatic profession. Topics include: Instruction,
Lifeguarding, Customer Service, Interview Skills and Volunteering.
ii) Head Start will also prove to be a valuable tool to the Aquatics portfolio.
Mass hiring, done twice a year, can require upwards of 20 new staff
members. By increasing training and leadership skills of applicants
through the Head Start program, it has the potential to decrease the
amount of training and mentoring time for new hires. This increases the
effectiveness of mass hiring and has positive results on the pool deck as
instructors are more comfortable with the swimming lesson participants
and parents are happy with the end result.
iii) Promotion of the new program will be aggressive in the upcoming months,
in anticipation of the Fall hiring, when it is expected that half of the Aquatic
staff will take the skills they have developed in Clarington, with them in a
new chapter of their lives – higher education!
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3.4 Aquatic Portfolio Statistics
i) Overall, Aquatic programs at all aquatic facilities remain popular. In 2005,
5,563 participants were registered compared to 5,803 in 2006,
representing a 4% increase.
ii) Number of users participating in public swims at the Outdoor Pools (Orono
Park Pool and Newcastle Lion’s Pool) also rose in 2006. In 2005, there
were 7,908 users while in 2006 there were 8,543, representing an
increase of 7%.
4.0 FITNESS PROGRAMS
4.1Fitness and Children
i) Childhood obesity in Canada has reached epidemic proportions, according to
the Calgary Health Region/Community Prevention of Childhood Obesity who
cite one out of every seven children between the ages of 7 and 13 is obese.
ii) 40% of obese children will carry this trend into adulthood.
iii) Lifestyle changes have contributed to the increase in childhood obesity and
include:
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Less active children25% of Canadian children spend more time each
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week watching television and playing computer/video games than they
spend in school.
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Eating less nutritious foods- Children are eating fewer foods that provide
fiber, vitamins or other important nutrients (fruit and vegetables) but
continue to consume foods that are high in fat, salt and sugar (soft drinks,
snacks and candy bars).
iv) Prevention is the key: it is easier to prevent becoming overweight and obesity
in children than to treat it.
v) The Municipality of Clarington, through Report CSD-06-06, took a proactive
step in the pursuit to provide children with a program that will help them
develop beneficial habits that include incorporating lifelong physical activity
and health lifestyle choices.
vi) For families, active living is an opportunity to connect and share pleasurable
and health-enhancing experiences. The Municipality of Clarington is
providing this opportunity with our innovative new program, “Active Families”,
for children aged 6-12 and an accompanying adult.
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vii) As we move forward in broaching childhood fitness initiatives, we look forward
to increased program participation, especially with government tax credits,
like the Children’s Fitness Tax Credit, which encourages parents to get their
kids active and working with schools to help children of the community get
moving more and make healthier decisions.
4.2 Fitness and Youth
i) The focus on leisure activities for youth has shifted as physical activity
decreases and sedentary activities such as television, video games and
computer use increases. This reduction in energy expenditure, combined
with an increase in the availability of high energy, high fat foods have likely
contributed to the dramatic increase in the prevalence of overweight and
obese youth.
ii) The Municipality of Clarington, through Report CSD-13-05, introduced the
Teen Fit Club program in January of 2006. Geared for youth aged 13-17, the
program allows youth aged 13 and 14 the opportunity to join the Fitness
Training Centre at an early age, upon successful completion of the course.
iii) Since its implementation in January 2006, 82 participants have successfully
completed the program which is offered two to three times per week each
session.
iv) As we move forward in the area of youth fitness, we look to partnering with
area schools to increase student awareness of the importance of physical
activity and healthy lifestyle choices and highlight programs available to them.
4.3 Fitness and Time
i) In today’s fast-paced world, maintaining a healthy lifestyle can be challenging.
ii) Lack of time is often cited as the number one reason people stray from a
physical fitness regimen and end up cancelling their gym membership.
iii) Regular physical activity is critical to reduce the risk of heart disease, adult-
onset diabetes, colon cancer, osteoporosis, high blood pressure, depression
and premature death.
iv) In an attempt to appeal to the “time-conscious” segment of the population and
to remove a barrier to participation, the Fitness Training Facility has
introduced a variety of new classes that are short on time but high on energy
output. New classes like Quick Spin and Quick Fix offer shorter workouts,
while other classes like Spin and Sculpt and Spin and Abs offer participants
the chance to get their cardio, strength training and flexibility all done in one
session.
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v) As time continues to remain at a premium for many, we will continue to
provide innovative fitness classes and programs to meet the needs and
demands of the “on-the-go” participants.
4.4 Holistic Health and Wellness
i) Living life with vitality and health is an ongoing and sometimes challenging
endeavour. Every day we make choices that affect our health and well-being.
ii) Rather than focusing on one aspect of health, Wellness Consulting assists
clients in analyzing current lifestyle choices and creating related goals for
three areas of health – nutrition, physical activity and holistic wellness.
Looking at these three components will bring awareness to areas of strength
and areas of concern.
iii) Wellness Consulting, new to our list of provided services, is for clients looking
to examine their current level of overall health and are interested in making
gradual changes on a path to optimum wellness. This new service appeals to
a broader spectrum of clientele than traditional Personal Training.
iv) This service is unique to Durham Region. While other neighbouring
municipalities may have nutritionists on staff, Clarington provides a dynamic
and more-encompassing look at health and well-being, appealing to a
broader clientele.
v) In addition, we have added Tai Chi, Yoga/Tai Chi Combo and Pilates to our
Group Fitness Schedule and Yoga continues to experience high participation.
4.5 Fitness Portfolio Statistics
i) We are pleased to offer several fitness membership types (including Adult,
Youth, Senior, Corporate, and Student) for various terms (1 month, 3 months,
or Annual). We also introduced a new 4-Month Summer Membership in 2006
which 55 customers took advantage of. Overall, fitness memberships at the
Courtice Fitness Training Facility increased from 1,846 in 2005 to 1,964 in
2006. This represents an increase of 6% (see Attachment #2).
ii) The number of registered participants in Aerobic programs increased from
436 in 2005 to 756 in 2006, an increase of 42% (see Attachment #2).
iii) We also offer a variety of fitness services to fitness members and the public,
including Fitness Assessments, Fitness Programs, Personal Training, Group
Personal Training and Fitness Day Passes (see Attachment #2). We
experienced a 38% increase in 2006 over the previous year when purchases
rose from 737 in 2005 to 1,198 in 2006.
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5.0 RECREATION PROGRAMS
5.1 March Break
i) Last year’s March Break Extravaganza included Day Camps at Rickard
Recreation Complex and Courtice Community Complex for 4 -12 year
olds; a Trip Camp for 8 -14 year olds which picked up participants at both
locations and for the second consecutive year, we offered a Sports Camp
for 8-14 year olds at South Courtice Arena.
ii) Each day participants took part in a variety of activities including arts and
crafts, sports, special events and theme-planned trips, as well as,
swimming and skating. Highlights from March Break 2006 included Trip
Camp tubing at Lakeridge Ski Resort, a dry-land swim meet at Sports
Camp and a giant pyjama party at Day Camps. The feedback from
parents and participants confirmed the programs were well received and
full of activities enjoyed by everyone.
5.2 Summer Camps
i) For a number of years, the Community Services Department has offered
Summer Camp programs, serving a wide range of children and youth from
4-16 years of age. There are a variety of camp opportunities including
Leadership Camp, Drama Camp, Trip Camp, Sports Camp, Day Camps,
Mobile Playground and Skateboard Camp. Over 1,400 participants took
advantage of our registered camp programs this past summer (see
Attachment #3).
ii) We employed 37 students as camp supervisors and counsellors during
the summer. They brought a wide range of knowledge, experience,
leadership and enthusiasm to the team. Staff received 35 hours of pre-
camp training in areas such as leadership development, team building,
child abuse recognition, customer service, program planning, behaviour
management, conflict resolution and administrative responsibilities. We
require all staff to be First Aid and CPR certified and a current Criminal
Reference check must be supplied.
iii) In order to accommodate working parents, our extended hours service
was provided again this year. Early drop off started at 7:30 a.m. and pick
up ran as late as 5:30 p.m. This service was available at all our registered
camp locations. There were 333 campers who took advantage of this
throughout the summer.
iv) Summer camp participants were offered several trips that were tied into
the program’s theme of the week. A conscious effort was made to focus
on trips to local attractions, minimizing travel time. Trips included
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Clarington Cineplex Odeon, Cedar Park, Bowmanville Zoo and Quarry
Lakes Golf.We continued our excellent partnership with Ontario Power
Generation who hosted our campers at their Information Centre. This was
also enhanced by our continuing partnership with Friends of the Second
Marsh where campers experienced a full, exciting day of conservation and
environmental awareness through wilderness walks and presentations in
the theatre.
v) Leadership Development Camp was held at South Courtice Arena and
once again was a huge success. Participants were introduced to a wide
range of topics such as goal setting, motivation, team building, conflict
resolution, leadership, enhancing development of communication skills
and self-esteem. Upon successful completion of this camp, participants
received a Certificate of Completion and Certification in First Aid and CPR.
Participants were then encouraged to test their new skills by volunteering
in Day Camp programs.
vi) Once again we partnered with YMCA Early Years staff to continue
delivering a comprehensive Mobile Playground program to the community
each week during the summer months. YMCA Early Years and
Community Services each committed one van and two staff. The drop-in
style program offers a less structured option to our Day Camps for
participants and caregivers. The two “Funmobiles” visited a different
location each day offering games, activities and crafts appropriate to the
participants. No pre-registration was required and often
parents/caregivers would come to the park and socialize as their children
participated. The Mobile Playground rotated through eleven different
parks weekly, including Tyrone Park, Orono Park, Guildwood Park,
Walbridge Park, West Side Park, Penfound Park, Kendal Park, Ina Brown
Park, Avondale Park, Elliot Park and Haydon Hall. Program numbers
were outstanding and extremely well received at all locations with over
4,100 people visiting throughout the summer (see Attachment #4).
vii) Camp numbers increase as our population grows and we strive to
accommodate as many individuals in the Municipality as possible. The
Department continues to revise and improve camp programs each year,
achieving the underlying goal of providing quality programs at a
reasonable fee.
5.3 Summer Job Subsidy Program
i) The Summer Jobs Service is a student job subsidy program created by
the Province of Ontario and is facilitated in the Durham Region through
the John Howard Society. This is the fifth year that the Community
Services Department has facilitated the program on behalf of the
Municipality. The program provides a $2.00 per hour wage subsidy to
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employers who employ summer students. Jobs, subsidized by the
program, are posted in the Summer Job Service job bank for students to
access. Free training is offered to students in areas such as job search
and self-marketing skills. Designed to help youth prepare for employment,
students can gain employment experience and stay in school. The
Summer Jobs Service program targets students aged 15-24 years (up to
29 for a person with a disability) who are currently attending school and
plan to return in the fall. It should be noted that eligibility does not
guarantee the employer will receive $2.00 per hour per student as the total
funds are distributed by formula to the participating employers.
ii) Each spring, the Community Services Department submits an application
to the Summer Jobs Service program on behalf of the Municipality. There
were over 100 requests for student positions put forward; we received
approval for 56 students into the program. Student’s hours were then
tracked and invoices forwarded to the Summer Jobs Service program
throughout the summer season.
iii) The Municipality received a subsidy of $36,442.00 (see Attachment #5).
Departments do not budget for this revenue as the program is not
guaranteed from year to year. Funds are recognized in a miscellaneous
revenue account specific to each department.
iv) Employer packages for the 2007 Summer Jobs Service Program have
already been issued and the Community Services Department will be
submitting applications on behalf of the Municipality again this spring.
5.4 Recreation Portfolio Statistics
i) Program participant figures for 2006
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804 children 6-16 years of age attended the After School drop-in
program at South Courtice Arena.
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In 2005, 1,216 children ages 8-14 attended drop-in basketball
programs in Courtice and Newcastle while 1,243 attending in 2006,
representing a 2% increase.
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Our birthday party program continues to be popular with both parents
and children. In 2006 we hosted 49 birthday parties on weekends from
January-May and October-December.
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Monthly pre-teen dances at Courtice Community Complex were a huge
success. In 2006, 2,649 attended versus 2,122 the previous year,
representing 20% increase.
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Pre-Teen Dances
2005 2006
January 219 287
February 237 287
March 139 267
April 168 208
May 189 244
June 243 244
September 234 262
October 272 298
November 210 267
December 211 285
Total 2,122 2,649
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The number of people attending our public skate programs in 2006
increased 9% over 2005, with participant numbers of 14,876 and 13,520
respectively.
2005 2006
Arena Participants Participants
Darlington Sports Centre 1,059 1,447
Garnet B. Rickard
Recreation Complex 3,956 5,210
South Courtice Arena 8,505 8,219
Total 13,520 14,876
6.0 COMMUNITY SERVICE
6.1
The Community Service Portfolio was established to provide support, guidance,
facilitation and training, as required, to assist community groups in the provision
of recreation and leisure services. Clarington is experiencing a period of rapid
growth in population and diversity. As more young families move into new
developments, there is increased demand for recreation and leisure
opportunities. Some of the demand will be met through enhanced programs and
services offered through the Community Services Department, however there will
also be an increased demand for sports leagues, arts and cultural groups and
community associations. There will be a need to assist, facilitate, nurture and
provide support and guidance to these new groups so that they can develop into
efficient, productive community partners. A good example of this is the role the
Department played in the development of the Clarington Minor Lacrosse
Association and the ongoing role as staff liaison with the Clarington Older Adults
Association.
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6.2 Clarington Presents Brian McFarlane’s Total Hockey
i) 2006 was a busy year for Total Hockey. The logo and branding strategy
was approved by Council in February, followed by the Official Ground
Breaking Ceremony in March. Marketing materials and the official web site
were developed, produced and distributed. Curriculum guidelines linking
the displays at Total Hockey to school curriculum for Grades 4 through 8
were completed. Inventory for the gift shop was investigated, sourced and
purchased. Sponsorships were pursued, promotional events organized
and volunteers recruited. All of this culminated in the Official Opening on
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October 29.
ii) The Mayor’s Total Hockey Golf Classic took place on August 22 at
Bowmanville Golf & Country Club. Among Bowmanville’s ‘captains of
industry’ were several hockey personalities: Brian McFarlane, Johnny
Bower, Red Kelly, Bob McGill and local boy making good, Bryan Bickell.
The event was an outstanding launch to Total Hockey, with great golf,
entertaining contests and a post-golf dinner, complete with a prize table
that was second to none. A sold out crowd of 120 golfers attempted to
win a new Harley Davidson motorcycle by achieving a hole in one,
however, the motorcycle is safe for another year.
iii) Promotional packages were sent to elementary schools in the Kawartha
Pine Ridge District School Board, Peterborough Victoria Northumberland
and Clarington School Boards and the two Durham Boards of Education.
Personal follow up was then initiated with each school, resulting in staff
from Total Hockey being invited to school events and some school tours.
Staff will continue to pursue the schools as a prime target in our marketing
strategy.
iv) ReMax Spirit was recruited as a major sponsor. ReMax Spirit agreed to
sponsor the Community Partners Puck Wall for a five year term. Members
of the community are able to become permanent partners in Total Hockey
and leave a lasting legacy in the facility by purchasing a specially
designed puck, signing it and having it permanently displayed on the wall.
v) The official opening of Total Hockey took place on October 29.
Prime Minister Stephen Harper, MP Bev Oda, MPP John O’Toole, NHL
greats Bob Baun, Johnny Bower, Red Kelly, Frank Mahovlich and
Mike Palmateer were joined by approximately three thousand fans in an
extraordinary opening to Clarington’s newest attraction. In an on-ice
ceremony, PM Harper spoke glowingly about the community and the
facility; Michael Burgess sang the national anthem and a contest between
NHL Alumni and Bowmanville Eagles Alumni took place. NHL trophies,
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autograph sessions and games were also featured throughout the day
indelibly etched into the memories of Clarington’s hockey fans.
vi) Between Christmas and New Year’s, Total Hockey held its first annual
skills competition. Shoot, Score & Totally Win invited guests of all ages to
post their best scores on the attraction’s slapshot, puck handling and
goaltending interactive games. Male and female winners in each of five
age categories won Total Hockey clothing, Oshawa Generals tickets and
their name engraved on a plaque to hang permanently in Total Hockey.
One of the winners responded with this note: “I have to tell you that I saw
the opening on the CBC National. Loved the place. A nice size -- not too
big so that you have a chance to absorb it all. And the details.....skate
marks on the floor....clever and cool. Very well done. Congratulations.”
6.3 Clarington’s Sports Hall of Fame
i) 2006 marked the fourth year of the Clarington Sports Hall of Fame during
which time it has become a significant event in the local sporting
community. The event has grown from a stand alone induction ceremony
on a Saturday night to a Hall of Fame weekend with Bowmanville Eagles
Hall of Fame hockey games on the Friday and Sunday evenings. This
year, five new worthy recipients, including two teams, were honoured at
the Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, as Master of Ceremonies,
Brian McFarlane and Guest Speaker, Dick Irvin shared their humorous
and enlightening memories of the early days of Hockey Night in Canada.
ii) The Hall of Fame Alumni Night was instituted in 2005 as an opportunity for
previous inductees to gather annually and relive the athletic glories of their
past. In many cases it is the only scheduled opportunity for team alumni
to get together with team mates and celebrate friendships and memories.
Alumni were invited to mix and mingle at a reception prior to the Eagles
hockey game and acknowledged at the game. The Alumni Night has
become a popular feature of the Hall of Fame weekend.
6.4 Community Services Department Strategic Plan
i) Monteith Brown Planning Consultants was awarded the contract in the
spring of 2006 to prepare the Community Service Department Strategic
Plan under the direction of a staff team and according to the defined
Terms of Reference. The Strategic Plan will guide the provision and
delivery of recreation and leisure services in a fiscally responsible manner
over the next 5-10 years, and as such required extensive review of
background material, inventory of current facilities, programs and services,
demographic profiles, industry trends and community input through
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stakeholder group surveys and household surveys.The consultants are in
the midst of reviewing extensive data and compiling the final document.
6.5 Community Development
i) Volunteers are the lifeblood of our community. They are the difference
between a town and a community. Through their involvement they take
ownership of their community and the outcome is:
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enhanced quality of life
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enhanced civic pride
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cost savings to the municipality as volunteers assist with service
delivery
ii) This is especially true in the leisure services area as hundreds of
volunteers are involved as executives, coaches, officials of sport
associations and community groups. For many volunteers, their
involvement is their form of recreation. As a department, we need to
provide subtle guidance and support so that their needs, the community’s
needs and the municipality’s needs are all addressed.
iii) Community Service staff were key in bringing together the Darlington
Soccer Association, the Lions Club of Newcastle, the Newcastle BIA and
municipal resources, to deliver a successful soccer event to mark the 150
anniversary of Newcastle. Canada Day saw over 500 young soccer
players enjoy a great day of fun and friendly competition in the Newcastle
Sesquicentennial Mini Soccer Tournament.
iv) Staff have also been working with the Wilmot Creek Homeowners
Association to review and refine programming and scheduling of
recreational activities within their community. The Homeowners Activity
Group was finding it increasingly difficult to meet the diverse recreational
demands of their community with the resources they had at their disposal.
Staff developed a survey to identify present programs, registrations and
future needs. They then worked with the Wilmot Creek Activity Group to
develop a more efficient facilities schedule and a means to monitor use to
ensure it met the needs of most residents. Staff will continue to work with
this group to introduce and implement new program to residents.
7.0 FACILITIES DIVISION
7.1 BACKGROUND
The Facilities Division is responsible for the operations and maintenance of
recreation facilities managed by the Community Services Department. This
includes permitting of arenas, swimming pools, indoor soccer and multi-purpose
rooms. The Division is also responsible for concessions, pro shops and vending
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operations in our facilities. This section is intended to provide Council with an
update on the activities and highlights of the Facilities Division for 2006.
7.2
Supporting the Facilities Manager, the Division is staffed by three Facilities
Supervisors and one Food Services Co-ordinator. The supervisors each manage
two indoor recreation facilities, while the co-ordinator is responsible for
concession and vending functions in all facilities. Along with the other full time
staff, the Division requires approximately 85 part time staff to help operate the
facilities.
8.0 FACILITIES PERMITTING
8.1
Our facilities booking office, located at South Courtice Arena, issues the annual
facility rental contracts. The majority of facility usage is permitted to Clarington
based minor sport users. Staff has developed a close working relationship with
the minor sport groups and remain in close contact throughout their respective
seasons.
8.2
In 2006, over 12,000 hours of ice was permitted in our arenas, in addition to
1,800 hours of indoor field use at the Indoor Soccer Facility. In our swimming
pools a lesser amount of time is allocated to user groups for permitting, with the
majority of pool time used for departmental swimming lessons (1,995 hours) and
public programs. Last year, over 1,300 private hours were permitted, primarily
with the Clarington Swim Club and our local school boards. For a detailed
breakdown of facility usage by type refer to Attachment #6 (arenas), Attachment
#7 (pools) and Attachment #8 (indoor soccer/lacrosse).
8.3
In addition to private and community group rentals, the Department provides a
variety of public programs to residents. While traditional programs such as public
skating and swimming remain popular, newer, unstructured opportunities such as
shinny hockey, parent and tot skating, shinny/skate 55 and adult lane swims
have seen growth over the years. Currently, the Division provides approximately
1,750 hours of ice time and 3,900 hours of pool time annually for these initiatives.
9.0 PUBLIC ACCESS DEFIBRILLATOR PROGRAM
9.1
In December 2005, with the installation of a defibrillator unit at Courtice
Community Complex, the Division began a program to install units at all
municipal recreation facilities. To date, we have installations at Courtice
Community Complex, Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex, South Courtice
Arena and Bowmanville Indoor Soccer. A unit is on order for Clarington Fitness
Centre and another is included in the 2007 capital budget submission for
Darlington Sports Centre.
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9.2
Funding for three of the units was as the result of generous donations from the
Clarington Minor Hockey Association, Clarington Recreational Hockey League
and Mrs. Barbara Standley, a private citizen who donated the unit at Bowmanville
Indoor Soccer.
9.3
The Division also coordinated the installation and training for units at the
Newcastle Memorial and Orono Arenas this past year. A unit for Newcastle
Town Hall has been purchased and installation is scheduled in March. All three
defibrillators were made possible through donations from local business and
community groups.
10.0 CREATING HEALTHY ENVIRONMENTS FOR YOUTH
10.1
In September 2006, Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex was the location for
the launch of a pilot project to provide healthy food choices in arenas in Durham
Region. The program was developed with Durham Region municipalities in
conjunction with Durham Region Public Health and other local agencies.
The project will run to the end of the 2006/07 ice season when sales data will be
analyzed to support the theory that providing healthier choices to youth in our
arenas will not negatively affect concession sales.
10.2
For her involvement in this initiative, Evelyn Mayhew, Food Services Co-ordinator
was recognized as a “Friend of Health” by Dr. Robert Kyle, Durham Region
Medical Officer of Health.
11.0 ANNUAL CAPITAL PROJECT PROGRAM
11.1
The Facilities Division is not only responsible for the day-to-day operation of the
Municipality’s recreation facilities, it also administers the Division’s capital
maintenance program. Significant in scope, this program ensures our facilities
are structurally sound and physical plants are maintained to industry standards.
11.2
Every five years, each facility undergoes a building audit, conducted by
consulting engineers. This document provides information related to the
structure and physical plant that enables staff to maintain our assets pro-actively,
forming the basis for the current year’s capital budget and three year forecast,
which is approved each year through the budget process.
11.3
Various facility upgrades such as security systems, filtration system overhauls,
roof replacements, painting and office renovations to name a few, have all been
completed through the course of 2006.
REPORT NO.: CSD-004-07 PAGE 16
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12.0 RECREATION FACILITY CONSTRUCTION
12.1
Over the past several years, the Department has been extremely busy
administering the design and construction of our new recreation facilities. In
2006, the Facility Division served as project managers of the Total Hockey facility
at the Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex in addition to the design and
current construction of the Newcastle Recreation Facility.
12.2
Staff continue to work closely with our architects and contractor as our newest
aquatic facility progresses through its construction phase up to the opening,
scheduled for 2008.
13.0 COMMENTS
13.1
In 2006, the Community Services Department experienced unprecedented
growth and development as it tackled emerging trends and issues such as pool
safety, through admission standard; childhood obesity; health and wellness and
leadership development of the community’s youth.Our recreational facilities
continue to provide safe and enjoyable focal points for community activities
throughout our municipality.Successful collaborations such as the opening of
Total Hockey, the Mayor’s Golf Challenge and Clarington’s annual Sports Hall of
Fame weekend rounded out another successful year.
13.2
Through the dedication of our full time and part time staff and the many
community volunteers who assist them, the residents of Clarington can proudly
participate in a variety of recreation experiences.In 2007, the completion of the
Department’s Strategic Plan will further identify areas of potential development
and growth, assisting staff in ensuring quality recreational opportunities for a
growing and diverse population.
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Attachments:
Attachment #1 - Admission Standards for Public Pools Flyer
Attachment #2 - Statistics for Fitness Membership, Aerobic Programs, Fitness Services
Attachment #3 - Summer Camp Participant Numbers
Attachment #4 - Mobile Playground Participant Numbers
Attachment #5 - Summer Job Subsidy Funding Summary
Attachment #6 - Arena Facility Rentals
Attachment #7 - Pool Facility Rentals
Attachment #8 - Indoor Soccer/Outdoor Lacrosse Rentals
CSD-004-Ot - A TT ACHMENT #1
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BEGINNING APRil 1 2006 - The Municipality of Clarington will implement a number of
, Thanges to its admission criteria for Aquatic Facilities (to be
known as Pool Admission Policy). These changes are a result of a
Coroner's Inquest, and have been recommended by the Lifesaving
Society of Canada and the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care, to
enhance the safety of young children in aquatic environments for the
Province of Ontario.
nues will Include thelollowlnu lor
. UIIID SWIMS:
Children under the age of 8 years must be accompa-
nied by a participating parent or guardian 14 years of age or
older, who is responsible for their direct supervision. Direct
supervision is defined as "within arms reach." Maximum ratio of
children to guardians is 3: 1.
Children aged 8 and 9 years who cannot pass the facility swim test must
be accompanied by a participating parent or guardian 14 years of age or
older, who is responsible for their direct supervision. Maximum ratio of
children to guardians is 4: 1.
Guardians or group leaders are responsible for the children in their care
while in the facility and must directly supervise the children at all times.
Direct supervision for this purpose means "in the water."
FACilITY aWl.
. Submerge entire head under water in any
comfortable way, including face, ears, and
back of head.
. In a relaxed manner, swim continuously two (2) widths of the pool
on front using any form of propulsion (arms/legs or combination).
. Maintain near horizontal body position.
. Swim in one direction, turn and then swim in the opposite
direction.
. Children aged 8 and 9, upon successful completion of the facility swim test, will
receive a facility identification card. Upon presenting this card at the reception desk
prior to a public swim, children will receive a wrist band which Identifies them as being
able to swim without parental supervision.
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For more information on new Admission Requirements,
please contact the Clarington Fitness Centre at 905-623-3392 or
the Courtice Community Complex at 905-404.1525
CSD-004-07 - Attachment #2
Fitness Memberships Sold Comparison
(2004-2006)
2500
2000
1500
1000
500
o '
Fitness
Memberships
Sold 2004
Fitness
Memberships
Sold 2005
Fitness
Memberships
Sold 2006
Aerobic Registrants Comparison
2004-2006
800
700
600
500
400
300
200
100
o
Aerobic Aerobic Aerobic
Registrants 2004 Registrants 2005 Registrants 2006
Fitness Services Sold (2006)
800
600
400
200
o
745
Fitness
Assessments
Fitness Programs
Personal Training
Packages
Group Personal
Training Packages
Aerobic Drop-Ins Fitness Day Passes
CSD-004-07 - Attachment #2
Fitness Memberships Sold Comparison
(2004-2006)
2500 .
2000
1500
1000
500
o
Fitness
Memberships
Sold 2004
Fitness
Memberships
Sold 2005
Fitness
Memberships
Sold 2006
Aerobic Registrants Comparison
2004-2006
800
700
600
500
400
300
200 -
100
o
756
Aerobic Aerobic Aerobic
Registrants 2004 Registrants 2005 Registrants 2006
Fitness Services Sold (2006)
800
600
400
200
o
745
Fitness
Assessments
Fitness Programs
Personal Training
Packages
Group Personal
Training Packages
Aerobic Drop-Ins Fitness Day Passes
CSD-004-07 - Attachment #3
SUMMER CAMP PARTICIPANT NUMBERS 2006 VS. 2005
2006
Week 1
Week 2
Week 3
Week 4
Week 5
Week 6
Week 7
Week 8
TOTAL
1407
CSD-004-07 Attachment #4
Mobile Playground Summer 2006
MOBILE Funmobile 1
Location Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Week 5 Week 6 Week 7 Week 8 Location
Totals
Tyrone Park 2 O-rain 5 22 17 15 10 2 73
Orono 12 85 64 154 6 53 55 103 532
Park
Walbridge 45 0- rain 45 145 20 100 78 86 519
Park
Newcastle
West Side 80 85 80 295 25 138 105 59 867
Park
Bowmanville
Penfound 50 58 55 33 50 78 83 10 417
Park
Total 189 228 249 649 118 384 331 260 2408
MOBILE Funmobile 2
Location Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Week 5 Week 6 Week 7 Week 8 Location
Totals
Kendal Park 18 31 23 20 31 21 25 16 185
Guildwood 60 100 55 45 72 95 107 65 599
Park
Bowmanville
Avondale 130 O-rain 130 70 72 90 120 95 707
Park Courtice
Ina Brown 15 23 25 11 32 22 20 14 162
Park
Newtonville
Haydon Hall 8 8 0 0 5 7 5 9 42
9-12
Elliot Park 8 4 6 5 12 8 4 15 62
Hampton
1-4
Totals 239 166 239 151 224 243 281 214 1757
CSD-004-07 Attachment #5
2006 Summer Job Services
Fundine: Summary
Job Title No. of I No. of Hrs. per Total JHS
positions I weeks week hours Contribution
Student Planner 1 12 30 360 $720
Summer Student Clerk - 1 12 30 360 $720
Operations
Municipal Law 2 12 30 720 $1440
Enforcement Officer
Camp Counselors 13 9 30 3510 $7020
Camp Supervisors 5 12 30 1800 $3600
Recreation Programmer 1 12 30 360 $720
Camp Lead 1 8 30 240 $480
Aquatics staff 20 12 30 7200 $13,630
Skateboard Supervisor 1 12 30 360 $720
Mobile Skateboard staff 2 12 24 576 $1152
Network Support 1 12 30 360 $720
Technician
Student Clerical Support 1 8 30 240 $480
- Engineering
Outside Student 7 12 30 2520 $5040
Labourers
Total 56 18606 $36442
hrs.
Total Fundina bv Department
$720
$27,322.00
$720
$5,760
$1,440
$480
$36,442.00
7000
6000
5000
4000
Hours
3000
2000
1000
CSD-004-07 Attachment #6
Arena Facilities Rentals
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Minor Minor Figure Speed Adult School Lacrosse
Hockey Hockey Other (Dry
(Boys) (Girls) Skating Skating Hockey Boards Pad)
. 2005 6595 1236 1970 276 1923 81 243 899
o 2006 6208 1439 1890 315 1679 174 293 1051
900
800
700
600
500
Hours
400
300
200
100
CSD-004-07 Attachment #7
Pool Facilities Rentals
0
Swim Club School Other rentals
Boards
. 2005 766 394 135
o 2006 810 377 130
CSD-004-07 Attachment #8
Indoor Soccer/Outdoor Lacrosse
Rentals
1400
1200
1000
800
Hours
600
400
200
.
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0 ..... .
Youth Adult Other Youth
Soccer soccer Lacrosse
. 2005 1238 302 41 143
[J 2006 1287 432 17 110