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Home My WebLink About5.1 Teen Programming Survey ResultsCITY OF DUBLIN PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION AGENDA STATEMENT MEETING DATE: January 10, 1989 SUBJECT EXHIBITS ATTACHED RECOMMENDATION FINANCIAL STATEMENT : Teen Programming Survey Results Survey Results Receive Information and Discuss None DESCRIPTION At the December 13, 1988 meeting of the Park and Recreation Commission, the Commission was provided with a copy of a survey sent to a number of recreation organizations regarding teen programs. Staff distributed "23" surveys and to date we have received "19" surveys back, which is an excellent return. Of the "19" departments surveyed, "17" offer programs for teens. There are a variety of common activities offered by these departments, including lunchtime activities, excursions, special interest classes and dances. In addition, there are a number of specialized programs unique to the needs and wants of their community. In reviewing successful activities, the common element is teen input. The activities they suggest and help plan seem to have the best success rate. Of the successful activities listed, staff is exploring offering several, including excursions, dances, special events and sports programs. The majority of programs are funded through a combination of sources. Staff costs and where applicable, teen center operating costs are covered by General Funds; costs and expenses incurred for field trips and special events are offset by fees and charges. Of the "19" departments offering teen programs, "4" operate Teen Centers. Examples of activities offered at these centers include pool, ping-pong, foosball, video games, table games and movies. In addition, seven of the "19" departments surveyed had previously offered a drop -in center in the past, but no longer did so. Half of those organizations indicated that there were drug related problems that forced them to shut down their Teen Drop -In Centers. Staff recommends planning a field trip to the four departments that offer Drop -In Centers to see what they offer. If the Commission is interested in also attending, staff will make the necessary arrangements to coordinate schedules. Staff is encouraged by the information received through this survey process and would welcome any input from the Commission. ITEM NO. , TEEN PROGRAMMING SURVEY Number of surveys sent out: 23 Number of surveys returned: 19 2. 3. Does your City offer programs for teens (13-18)? Yes - 17 No - 2 If yes, please check those programs/activities that you are currently offering: Drop -in Center - 4 Excursions - 17 Lunchtime Activities- 7 Special Interest Classes - Other - (Special Interest Youth Service Group): Summer Teen Club Volunteer Program Employment Referrals (Job Faire) Teen Task Force Babysitting Class Special Events Dances - 11 Youth Councils - 7 Sports Programs - 7 14 Groups i.e. Teen Travel Group/ Friday Night Teen Club Challenge Cup (Inter -High School Athletic Competition) Workshop Activities Afterschool Drama Club Concerts Of the activities you are currently offering, which have been most successful and why: Excursions - A variety of locations to visit. What they want. Free or low cost helps. Ski trips - Because there is no ski club on campus. Attended mostly by middle school teens because they can't drive yet. Junior Teen Club - Great cooperation with Junior High School (Martinez). Friday night Teen Club (Redwood City). Noontime & Afterschool at Jr. High Dances - Teens like live music & live bands. Junior High teens from different schools interact. Seems to be the place to go to socialize (teens are involved with planning process). Sports - High School lunch time intramurals (Mtn. View). Sand Volleyball (Union City). Drop -In Activities - Pool, ping-pong, movies, cooking. Special Events - Teen Faire/Haunted House (Antioch) planned with major teen input. Battle of the Bands (Hayward). Battle of the D.J's (Union City), Haunted House (LARPD). Youth Council - "We have 18-19 members representing each High School & intermediate school in Walnut Creek. Popular because the kids enjoy the activities we do". Travel Clubs - Offers an opportunity for students to get out of town and the country (Caravana Mexicana Teen Adventure). Least successful and whv: Excursions - Lack of information, too expensive, difficult to get minimum number, high school students can drive on their own, school already offers trips. Ski trips are too expensive, lack of interest. Youth Councils Dances - Competition with high school dances and football dances on Friday night. Competition with privately owned dance club in town. Lunchtime Activities - Lack of cooperation from the schools. Special Interest Classes - Arts & Crafts and hiking. Need more publicity and more specialization towards teens. 4. How are your programs funded? Fees/Charges - 7 General Funds - 0 Combination - Fees cover majority of costs, staff costs covered, programs cost covered, some money for transportation and supplies, funds earned through fundraisers, grant funds, dances and excursions are self supporting except for full-time salary. Teen Programming Survey Page Two 5. Does your City offer a Drop -In Center? Yes - 4 Ages served - 8-17 Average Daily Attendance - 20 13-19 5-20 10-up 32 1 3-1 9 35 MP 7. LO wo Days/Hours Center open - 2-6pm/6:30-9p M-W 3:30-7p/Th 5-8:30p M-F 2-6p/TWTh 6-9p F-Sat 7-10pm Funding Sources - General Fund General Fund General Fund General Fund Types of Activities offered - Pool, Ping-Pong, Air Hockey, Foosball, B-Ball, Floor Hockey (Redwood City). Movie Days, Arts & Crafts, Cooking Lessons, Snackbar, Weight Room, Video Games, Ping-Pong, Pool, Excursions (Union City). Crafts, Pool, Ping-Pong, Foosball, Table Games (H.A.R.D.). If your City has operated a Teen Drop -In Center in the past, but does not do so currently, why? - Lost the building (demolished). - Not enough interest and it became a police job. - Last active center operated in early 70's, closed because of drugs & vandalism problems. - Building now under auspices of YMCA. - Center became "hang out" for one segment of teen population; Police Department indicated that the park in which the center was located became a "connection" spot for drugs (marijuana). - Continued loitering and drug problems. Department would rather spend money on a program than a center. Are there any privately -owned clubs for Teens (such as nightclubs, etc.) in your community? Yes - 3 Fremont, Walnut Creek, and Alameda. In addition to already mentioned programs, do you offer any special vacation programs? - Overnighters to Yosemite but lack of signups forced cancellation. - Excursion program during Summer & Easter vacation. - Disneyland and ski trips. - Special Summer programs featuring on -site activities, special events and excursions. - Excursion to see "The Nutcracker". Christmas crafts, mall shopping, volunteer and paid summer positions. What is your Recreation Department's annual budget? What is the amount budgeted for Teen Programs? Recreation Departments Annual Budget $1.8 Million $700,000 $327,000 $3 Million $7 Million $1,845,450 $1 , 7891715 $937,697 $7,809,655 Amount Budgeted for Teen Programs $25,000-$35,000 Avg $8,000+ $7,000 $23,800 F/T salary & benefits + $1 3 , 000 $49,910 $79,345 $55,000 $32,955 Teen Programming Survey Page Three 9. (CONTINUED) Recreation Departments Amount Budgeted Annual Budget for Teen Programming $1 ,031 ,135 $58,1 00 $500,000 $0 $1 Million $8,000-$10,000 + Coordinator salary $1,255,000 $33,503 $448 , 365 $1 5 , 000 $712,500 $23,425 --- $59,139 $334,973 $3,600 10. How is your Teen Program staffed (i.e., number of full-time, part-time employees)? All part-time - 3 Partial allocation of full-time staff hours - 3 (1) Full-time staff member, part-time hired as needed - 3 (1) Full-time staff, (1) part-time staff - 3 (1) Full-time staff, (2 or more) part-time staff - 5 11. Additional comments, particularly relating to starting Teen Programs? - Involve teens in your programming. Also, work with the schools to promote your activities. - Good luck! - Need good publicity program. - Our teen programs are geared towards the middle schools. We haven't had much success with high school activities, trips, etc. - Teens are a difficult age group to program. Survey teens for interests, many choose just to drop -in and "hang-out". - Visit the school sites during lunches, talk to leadership classes to find out what teens like these days, establish a good rapport with the principals. - Get teens involved in planning and have staff working the programs that can easily relate to teens. - Good luck, be patient! Get to know the kids, trips to popular amusement parks work best. - Being visible on campus equals key to success. Need to build a good rapport with students and administration.