11-08-1983 Meeting agenda and Sept minutes

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PROGRAMMING Specific objctives for a program element or service are statements of desired results for those who participate. They present what will be accomplished through each aspect of the program. They are best stated in specific form as found in the seasonal catalogue registration forms. i.e., "Tennis enjoyment and game proficiency will increase greatly when the fundamentals are learned correctly." Only by outlining specific objectives for each program can they be evaluated. For example: the objective for Mounds View North, a family camping experience offered through the Roseville Park and Recreation Department might be "to develop outdoor living skills". Discussions afterward with program leaders and participants will determine how well the various activities meet stated objectives and provide some indication as to the need for continuation. Specific goals should not be confused with organiza- tional intent which may be described as a year-round program for all ages and varying skill levels. The latter is a Department Objective having little to do with meeting s on the other hand can become a the various needs of individuals. Specific objectives, � valuable tool for staff evaluation. If participants experience the activity with a listed objective in mind, they can direct their reaction to staff who then can decide upon the value of that activity. The actual program offered in Arden Hills provides opportunities under general supervision as well as with face to face leadership. In addition it provides for individual activity, small groups and large groups either in vigorous physical activity or as spectator. The program however, does not feature activity for the elderly. The Spring 1983 Catalogue calls attention to theCommunity- source Center Senior Program in oun s iew. n extension of these services into the community perhaps wou e o a duplication of services. However, approximately eleven • percent of the population have less than convenient access to recreational program- ming. While the 30 to 60 year age group, approximating one third of the population, appear to have had little attention in recreation programming, this need appears to be served by the School District through Community Education Programs. The ci program focuses u^^^ annthPr or1P third of 1S comprise O peo le ranging in a e between 14 and 29. Judging by participation records, residents of Arden i s ave responde particu ar y in team sports like softball, soccer, hockey and broom ball. Pr rammingfor tiny tots through junior hi h s also well covered. This recitation o services underscores the ocus of programming on active recreation. It leaves a question about how well other being han e . The General Guidelines for neighborhood parks developed by the Arden Hills Recreation Department impacts strongly on programming since it reflects who is likely to use the neighborhood parks. Tot Lots are designed for children who walk to the age of four. Climbing equipment for slightly older children would normally serve the group ranging between 5 and 13. Hard surfaced play space with a basketball hoop accomodate the 10 to 17 age groups. Shaded sitting areas are designed for the parents or grandparents of children using the tot lots and climbing equipment. General skating offers opportunities typically for young families, whereas the Playing Fields for softball suggest age groups between 10 and 30. The off street access to the arks and picnic areas also known as trails, will be attractive to t e o er a e ut these are the only facilities t at are likely to attract older residents. It should be obvious that a re ative y ma —investment in trailimprovement e a great aeal off— n or icycle users anthose w o walk. It could become a relatively painless way for park expenditures to a enjoyed by a broader re resenta- tion o resi en s.