HomeMy WebLinkAbout8.3 Fall 2016 Quarterly Report ITEM NO.: 8.3
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STAFF REPORT
PARKS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
DATE: January 23, 2017
TO: Honorable Chair and Commissioners Members
FROM: Micki Cronin, Assistant Director of Parks and Community Services
SUBJECT: Fall 2016 Quarterly Report
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The Commission will receive a report on the classes, activities, and events conducted during the 2016 fall season.
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive the Report.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None.
DESCRIPTION:
The Parks and Community Services Department develops and implements quality programs that strengthen
community image, provide recreational experiences, and encourages healthy lifestyles. This is accomplished by
providing innovative and popular recreation, social and cultural programs in the areas of family services,
preschool, teens, sports, special events, leisure activities and classes, seniors and aquatics.
RECREATIONAL AND LEISURE ACTIVITIES
Recreational and leisure activities are classes and activities that serve participants of all ages and provide positive
recreational experiences. By participating in these classes, community members are given the opportunity to
enhance their health, wellbeing, and/or community connection. Classes provide opportunities to learn a new
craft or refine current skills, as well as provide a venue to meet others in the community and recreate with
friends. Recreational and leisure activities are planned and implemented by contracted specialty instructors.
Popular classes for youth included: Traditional Japanese Karate, KinderGym, and Tiny Tot Science. Popular
adult classes included: Zumba, Pilates and Bombay Jam. A total of 349 participants registered for recreational
activities in 55 classes held during the fall session. Staff offered 22 new cooking classes from two cooking
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instructors this fall. Unfortunately one of the cooking instructors offering 10 cooking classes terminated their
contract with the City and the other 12 cooking classes had no enrollment. Though the cancellation rate
increased due to low or no enrollment in 64 out of 119 classes offered, average registration per class is
comparable to last fall. Following is a summary of registration:
Recreational Activities Fall Registration Comparison
2016 2015 2013 2013 2012
Resident 308 398 327 344 460
Non-Resident 41 54 49 84 74
Total Registration 349 452 376 428 534
Courses Held 55 72 55 64 76
Avg. Registration per Class 6.3 6.3 6.8 6.7 7.0
Courses Offered 119 101 77 96 110
Cancellation Rate 54% 30% 28% 33% 31%
FAMILY SERVICES
After School Recreation
After School Recreation is a program offering after school activities for children in first through fifth grades.
The program operates on school days at all public elementary schools in Dublin and the program begins once
the children are released from school and ends at 5:45 PM. Participants engage in activities such as indoor and
outdoor games, crafts, and quiet time for homework.
There were 500 participants registered for the fall program. Full session registration increased by 6% in
comparison to last fall. These past couple of years have been challenging for Staff to increase enrollment at each
site as on-site part-time Staff attrition has increased due to the economy offering more opportunities for full-
time jobs. Following is a summary of registration:
After School Recreation
Registration Type 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012
Dougherty Elementary 92 103 101 89 91
Dublin Elementary 75 86 70 62 58
Frederickson Elementary 62 75 76 53 62
Green Elementary 65 77 77 52 51
Murray Elementary 57 39 40 39 41
Kolb Elementary 74 *64 99 85 73
Amador Elementary 75 88 - - -
Total Registration 500 532 463 380 376
Full-Session Participants 367 349 312 192 189
20-Day Pass Participants 133 183 151 188 187
*Kolb Elementary enrollment decreased is due to the opening of Amador Elementary.
Student Union After School Program
The Student Union After School Program is designed specifically for middle school students, and places
emphasis on academic assistance and recreation enrichment. The Student Union Program provides middle
school students a safe environment to engage in positive activities that helps to enhance their social, intellectual,
physical and emotional development. The program takes place after school, on-campus, and serves an important
role in the support of middle school aged youth in Dublin. The program is held at both Wells Middle School
and Fallon Middle School; it offers a variety of fun activities, including educational programs, sporting activities,
arts and crafts, science projects and musical activities. The program also features the popular Homework Club.
The Homework Club has a credentialed teacher that provides homework assistance during the first hour of the
program each day. There were 109 participants registered for the fall program. Fall registration increased 4% in
comparison to last fall. Following is a summary of registration:
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Student Union Registration
Registration Type 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012
Wells Middle School 51 47 52 49 44
Fallon Middle School 58 58 55 70 65
Total Registration 109 105 107 119 109
Full-Session 78 76 67 60 50
20-Day Pass 31 29 40 59 59
PRESCHOOL
Dublin Preschool Program
The Dublin Preschool Program is a recreation-based preschool program that provides an opportunity for social
and educational development under the instruction of qualified early childhood educators. Children in this
program participate in activities such as games and learning activities, outdoor play, arts and crafts, music, story
time and circle time. Classes are offered at two locations: Shannon Community Center and Dublin Elementary
School. The Preschool Program operates in three classrooms (two at Shannon Community Center and one at
Dublin Elementary) and offers a total of eight classes. Classes are offered in two-day per week and three-day per
week combinations during the mornings or afternoons located at the Shannon Community Center. There is also
a four-day per week class option for four-year-olds during the mornings and afternoons located at Dublin
Elementary School.
Fall registration increased 8% in comparison to last fall. There were a total of 165 registrations for the fall, with
107 registrations for the four-year-old classes and 58 registrations for the three-year-old classes. The morning
classes averaged about 20 students on the waiting lists. To accommodate the Preschool morning waiting lists, an
additional room would need to be added either at Dublin Elementary or an elementary school site on the
eastside. Following is a summary of registration:
Preschool Registration
Registration Type 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012
Resident 144 140 205 233 256
Non-Resident 21 12 21 22 34
Total Registration *165 *152 226 255 290
*Due to the closure of the Emerald Glen Activity Center the Preschool operates in three classrooms (two classrooms at Shannon
Community Center and one classroom at Dublin Elementary) and offers eight classes instead of eleven classes that were offered
in previous years.
“Little Lovi es” Story Time
The Little Lovies program was offered from September through November. The program operated
approximately five to seven weeks, from Monday through Thursday, from 9:00 to 11:00 AM. There were a total
of 90 children registered for the fall. Following is a summary of registration:
“Little Lovies” Registration
Registration Type 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012
Resident 90 89 80 41 34
Non-Resident 0 2 2 1 5
Total Registration 90 91 82 42 39
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SPORTS PROGRAMS
Bat Busters Tee Ball League
The Bat Busters Tee Ball League is for children who are three to five years old and is held at the Fallon Sports
Park softball fields. The league teaches the fundamentals of baseball in a fun and non-competitive environment.
All games were played on Saturdays, beginning in September and ending in October. Parents were encouraged
to participate as base coaches, dugout monitors and fielding "encouragers.” Players received a t-shirt and a
participation trophy. Trophies were presented on the final day at an awards ceremony, with each participant
being individually recognized. Registration increased by 30% in comparison to last year. The increase in
registration could have contributed to Dublin Little League not offering Tee Ball this year.
Tee Ball Registration Comparison
League 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012
Resident 73 57 117 104 101
Non-Resident 8 5 10 16 30
Total Participants 81 62 127 120 131
Adult Basketball League
A total of four adult teams participated in Fall Basketball on Sunday evenings at Stager Community Gymnasium.
Only the “D” 5-on-5 League was held. The “30 Years and Older” League was not conducted in order to offer
more youth basketball programming and create additional needed rental space. The League began in September
and ended in December. The fall League has steadily been declining in interest and Staff will look at a possible
modification to a 3-on-3 or 4-on-4 league, or whether to offer a 5-on-5 league at all next fall.
Basketball League Registration Comparison
League 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012
Men’s 5-on-5 “C” & “D” 4 6 8 8 10
Men’s 5-on-5 “30+” n/a n/a n/a 4 4*
Total Teams 4 6 8 12 14
* Previously was Men’s 4-on-4 “30+”
Adult Softball League
A Men’s “D” league was held on Tuesday nights and a Coed “D” league was held on Thursday nights at Fallon
Sports Park. These shortened season leagues began in September and concluded in November. Following is a
summary of registration:
Softball League Registration Comparison
League 2016 2015 2014
Coed / Business Coed “D” 9 4 10
Men’s “D” 8 6 4
Total Teams 17 10 14
Contracted Sports Programs
Each quarter the City offers several sports programs by utilizing contracted instructors. Contracted classes
offered during the fall were Arora Tennis, Cadence basketball, Kidz Love Soccer, Skyhawks, Make Me a Pro,
Skyhawks and Wee Hoop basketball. A new program added was 50/50 Cheer and Tumbling. Registration for
contracted sports programs increased 12.9% from the previous year. Following is a summary of registration:
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Contracted Sports Registration Comparison
Camp/Program 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012
Arora Tennis (adult) 23 31 31 20 44
Arora Tennis (youth) 424 441 401 309 280
Arora Tennis (cardio) 15 39 19 11 -
Arora Tennis (privates) 296 277 12 - -
Cadence 46 50 - - -
CALPDA - - 34 21 20
Club VIP - - 13 - -
CORE* - 6 25 12 7
Dublin Ranch Golf (adult) - 5 10 13 3
Dublin Ranch Golf (youth) - 14 23 16 13
Kidz Love Soccer 232 149 209 191 200
Make Me a Pro 66 - 68 70 53
Skyhawks 84 28 32 - -
Skyhawks (Thanksgiving break) 24 32 - - -
Valley Rock - - - - 13
Wee Hoop 64 67 53 44 28
50/50 Cheer and Tumbling 12 - - - -
Total Registration 1,286 1,139 930 707 661
* Previously was Velocity Sports
SENIOR CENTER
The Dublin Senior Center offers activities and events that promote healthy living for seniors, and the
opportunity to build new friendships through recreation. Following is a summary of registration:
Senior Center Attendance Comparison
Attendance Type 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012
Drop-In 2,584 2,515 2,729 2,501 2,542
Programs & Activities 13,034 12,904 12,506 11,369 10,668
Total 15,618 15,419 15,235 13,870 13,210
Avg. Daily Attendance 256 253 254 227 213
(61 days) (61 days) (60 days) (61 days) (62 days)
Total Volunteer Hours 3,545 3,516 3,675 4,250 4,304
The Senior Center experienced a 1% increase in programs and activities attendance and 1.3% increase in total
Senior Center attendance. New classes and activities offered this quarter included Acoustic Guitar, Chair
Aerobics, Chinese Folk Dance, Origami, Senior Aerobics, Ukulele Instruction (for beginners), Gentle Yoga II,
and Yoga Meditation. Balance and Agility classes were re-introduced. A Hometown Heroes luncheon was held
this November that was not held last year. The Daily Lunch program grew from 1,860 participants a year ago to
1,895 participants this quarter. The total volunteer hours decreased by 0.8%.
The Trips and Tours program included excursions to Placerville, Columbia State Park, Pebble Beach and Fleet
Week in San Francisco.
The annual Senior Information and Resource Fair was held in October and attracted approximately 150
participants. The event hosted 36 vendors.
The Rotary Club of Dublin in cooperation with the City of Dublin hosted this year’s Hometown Heroes
Veterans Appreciation event in November featuring a Camp Parks Color Guard, the Travis Air Force Band, a
catered lunch and special recognition of local soldiers for their outstanding volunteerism within the community.
Items were collected and donated to Operation SAM (Serving All Military).
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The annual Holiday Craft Boutique, sponsored by the Dublin Senior Foundation, was held in November and
attracted approximately 650 shoppers and more than 80 vendors.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Splatter
Dublin’s fifth annual “Splatter” food, art and wine event, held Saturday, September 17, 2016, at Emerald Glen
Park, drew an estimated attendance of 10,000 over the course of the day, with an estimated 3,500 on the lawn for
the evening concert by The Band Livewire. This year the event layout was changed to have various food, wine
and beverage “Tasting Tents”, there was three tasting tent areas. This was a change from previous Splatter
events where there was one large Tasting Pavilion. Splatter also featured a Craft and Culinary Marketplace with
20 vendors, two stages of performances, art and culinary demonstrations, and carnival rides. Splatter was a
community-wide effort, with community volunteers assisting at the event, including representatives from: The
Lions Club; Boy Scout Troops 905; Valley Children's Museum; John Knox Presbyterian Church, Pathway
Community Church, Dublin Youth Advisory Committee and many individual volunteers.
Splatter Attendance
Attendance Type 2016 2015 2014 2013
Estimated Event Attendance
Tasting Pavilion Attendance
10,000
n/a
10,000
986
15,000
771
10,000
1054
NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:
None.
ATTACHMENTS:
None.
ITEM NO.: 8.4
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STAFF REPORT
PARKS & COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
DATE: January 23, 2017
TO: Honorable Chair and Commissioners
FROM: James M. Rodems, Director of Parks and Community Services
SUBJECT: Parks and Community Services Strategic Plan Annual Report
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
In November 2008 the City Council adopted the Parks and Community Services Strategic Plan. This long
range planning document identified seven strategies to focus on over ten years in relation to park, facility and
program development. As of June 30, 2016, the Strategic Plan Accomplishments have been updated to
reflect the changes in the department over the past Fiscal Year (June 2015 through July 2016).
The Parks and Community Services Strategic Plan is dated 2008-2018. With 2018 fast approaching, Staff will
also discuss and solicit input from the Commission on the development of an updated Strategic Plan and
future strategic plan updates.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None.
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive the Report.
DESCRIPTION:
The Strategic Plan recommends creating an annual report showing the progress on the plan. The strategies
include:
STRATEGY #1 Develop unique, aesthetically appealing parks and facilities that provide flexible spaces
and safe environments to recreate.
STRATEGY #2 Promote and support environmental stewardship and protect environmental resources.
STRATEGY #3 Implement programs that are popular with the core customer market segments and are
responsive to community and industry trends.
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STRATEGY #4 Position programs and service delivery to be unique, competitive and responsive to
customer needs and expectations.
STRATEGY #5 Reduce barriers to participation in Department programs and services.
STRATEGY #6 Maximize effectiveness of communication with existing and potential customers.
STRATEGY #7 Create social connections and strong sense of community within neighborhoods.
Comprehensive listings of strategic objectives accomplished since adoption of the Strategic Plan are included
in the Strategic Plan update attached.
NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:
None.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. 2015-2016 Strategic Plan Update
2. Historical Strategic Plan Updates
ATTACHMENT 1
PARKS & COMMUNITY SERVICES
STRATEGIC PLAN ACCOMPLISHMENTS
For Fiscal Year 2015-2016
STRATEGY #1: Develop unique, aesthetically appealing parks and facilities that
provide flexible spaces and safe environments to recreate
A. SUPPORT OPPORTUNITIES TO DEVELOP TRAILS AND PASSIVE PARK AMENITIES, AND WHEN FEASIBLE
PROVIDE PUBLIC ACCESS TO PRIVATELY HELD OPEN SPACE AREAS
Begin the design of the Jordan Ranch Park FY 2015-2016
Begin design of Phase I of the Dublin Crossing Community Park, which includes
watershed and woodland areas with trails and interpretive opportunities FY 2015-2016
Named and began design of Clover Park FY 2015-2016
Named and began design of Sunrise Park FY 2015-2016
B. PROVIDE LIGHTING FOR PARK FACILITIES WHERE APPROPRIATE TO EXPAND ACCESS AND USE
Added lights to Fallon Sports Park Phase II FY 2015-2016
C. INCORPORATE SHADE STRUCTURES INTO EXISTING AND NEW PARKS.
Shade structures were added to the Emerald Glen Recreation and Aquatic Complex
project FY 2015-2016
Shade was added to Fallon Sports Park baseball dugouts and picnic area FY 2015-2016
Shade was purchased for the Dublin Sports Ground renovation project FY 2015-2016
E. PLAN FOR THE ONGOING RENOVATION AND MODERNIZATION OF EXISTING PARKS AND FACILITIES, AND
IDENTIFY FUNDING SOURCES TO MAKE IMPROVEMENTS
Enhanced video projection system in the Shannon Community Center Ambrose Hall FY 2015-2016
Window blinds were added to windows without curtain in Ambrose Hall FY 2015-2016
Began design process for Sean Diamond Neighborhood Park FY 2015-2016
Completed Dublin Sports Ground Renovation Master Plan FY 2015-2016
Began construction on Fallon Sports Park Phase II FY 2015-2016
Added outdoor marquee at the Senior Center FY 2015-2016
Completed Dougherty Hills Dog Park renovation project FY 2015-2016
Replaced Emerald Glen Park water play area soft surfaces FY 2015-2016
Proposed Cricket cages at Emerald Glen Park FY 2015-2016
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G. MONITOR OPPORTUNITIES TO DEVELOP AND/OR OPERATE FACILITIES IN PARTNERSHIP WITH OTHER
PUBLIC OR PRIVATE ORGANIZATIONS
Issued Request for Proposals for Library tenant improvements for Center for 21st
Century Technology FY 2015-2016
Installed Senior Center outdoor marquee in partnership with the Dublin Senior
Foundation FY 2015-2016
Started design and construction of Dublin Military History Center at Camp Parks FY 2015-2016
Operated a fully enrolled Preschool program at Dublin Elementary that successfully
crossed-over with three Dublin Unified School District special needs Preschool
classes
FY 2015-2016
Partnership with Valley Children’s Museum to relocate trailer at Emerald Glen Park FY 2015-2016
Partnership with Cricket for Cubs to add cricket cage to Emerald Glen Park FY 2015-2016
Partnered with Diablo Rose Society on the naming of the McCormick Rose Garden FY 2015-2016
Held dedication event for 50/70 field at Dublin Sports Grounds FY 2015-2016
STRATEGY #2: Promote and support environmental stewardship and protect
environmental resources
A. IMPLEMENT THE CITY’S GREEN BUILDING ORDINANCE IN RELATION TO FACILITY DEVELOPMENT
Replaced old trash cans with environmental recycling categories at the Shannon
Community Center FY 2015-2016
B. MODEL BEST PRACTICES IN HOW TO BEST MANAGE FACILITIES AND PROGRAMS IN AREAS SUCH AS
WASTE REDUCTION, RECYCLING, WATER AND ENERGY CONSERVATION, INDOOR AIR QUALITY, GREEN
CLEANING PRACTICES AND ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY SUPPLY AND EQUIPMENT REQUISITION
Worked with the Dublin San Ramon Services District and expanded use of recycled
water for irrigation at Kolb, Stagecoach and Alamo Creek Parks FY 2015-2016
C. SUPPORT IMPLEMENTATION OF THE CITY’S BIKEWAYS MASTER PLAN
Offered free valet bike parking at Splatter Festival FY 2014-2016
D. FACILITATE CARPOOLING TO CITY SPONSORED PROGRAMS, CLASSES AND EVENTS
Offered shuttle rides from parking lots to the St. Patrick’s Day Festival FY 2014-2016
Offered shuttle rides from parking lots to Splatter Festival FY 2013-2016
E. FACILITATE LEARNING ABOUT THE ENVIRONMENT AND INVITE THE PUBLIC TO BE ACTIVE
PARTICIPANTS IN STEWARDSHIP PROGRAMS
Added Farm Yard garden at Heritage Park, with Spring Fair visitors participating in
planting using historic, sustainable methods FY 2015-2016
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STRATEGY #3: Implement programs that are popular with the core customer
market segments and are responsive to community and industry trends. Re-align
existing programs and create new offerings to promote and support the following
outcomes:
A. EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATIONS WITH RESIDENTS AND MARKETING STRATEGIES THAT CONSIDER
PRODUCT, POSITIONING, PLACE, PRICE AND TARGETED PROMOTION
Installed Senior Center outdoor electronic marquee FY 2015-2016
Created Activity Guide dedicated to summer camps and aquatics FY 2015-2016
Added Senior Center drop-in programs and activities to the Activity Guide FY 2015-2016
Began Cultural Arts Needs Assessment to gather public input on the arts, with
intention of implementing, maintaining and developing programs that are
responsive to the community
FY 2015-2016
Added full page ad in the Activity Guide for part-time hiring FY 2015-2016
Attended job fairs to promote recruitment efforts FY 2015-2016
Redesigned promotional flyers for classes and activities to match City branding and
include ADA language FY 2015-2016
B. POSITIVE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT AND STRONG FAMILIES
Operated a fully enrolled Preschool Program at Dublin Elementary that successfully
crossed-over with three Dublin Unified School District special needs preschool
classes
FY 2015-2016
Operated an afternoon Pre-K Preschool Program at Dublin Elementary FY 2015-2016
Expanded the 2016 Winter Junior Warriors to operate practices and games at
Fallon Middle School which increased enrollment by 11% than last year FY 2015-2016
LEAD Program added second tier for more experienced youth that can mentor tier
one youth FY 2015-2016
Youth volunteer year round at Senior Center and work the lunch program FY 2015-2016
Tri-Valley Teen Job and Career Fair hosted in Dublin FY 2015-2016
Youth Roundtable open meeting hosted in Dublin FY 2015-2016
Intergenerational Youth Benefit Concert, youth and seniors working together FY 2015-2016
D. ACTIVE LIFESTYLES INVOLVING SPORTS AND FITNESS
Offered two summer cricket camps FY 2015-2016
Offered combination camps with sports and education, Take 1 Sports, and full day
camps in the Summer Activity Guide FY 2015-2016
Green Gators won league championship 2015 FY 2015-2016
Expanded wellness classes to include holistic wellness, hypnotherapy, healing yoga,
sugar detox and yoga with meditation FY 2015-2016
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E. EVENTS TO CELEBRATE COMMUNITY MILESTONES, ENHANCE COMMUNITY PRIDE, ENCOURAGE
SHARING OF CULTURAL TRADITIONS AND CONTRIBUTE TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
10th Anniversary Gala at the Senior Center FY 2015-2016
Intergenerational Benefit Concert at the Senior Center FY 2015-2016
Held dedication event for 50/70 field at Dublin Sports Grounds FY 2015-2016
F. FUN AND SAFETY IN AND ABOUT THE WATER
The City’s Green Gator Swim Team won the Tri-Valley Swim League Championship FY 2015-2016
Added swim lessons to the PM Camp Connector program FY 2015-2016
Restructured PM swim camp to include more activities and structure FY 2015-2016
G. PERSONAL ENRICHMENT AND PARTICIPATION IN HOBBIES, LEISURE PURSUITS, AND SELF-HELP
ACTIVITIES
Added six new contract instructors (Guru Education, Techsplosion, California Spirit
Elite, Cricket, Take I Sports and Modern Recess) FY 2015-2016
Offered youth sewing class and camp FY 2015-2016
Increased youth language class offerings FY 2015-2016
Expanded STEM classes and camps FY 2015-2016
Included more cultural arts activities in camps FY 2015-2016
Offered youth cooking camps during all nine weeks of summer FY 2015-2016
H. PRESERVATION AND INTERPRETATION OF DUBLIN’S CULTURE AND HERITAGE
Engaged professional museum exhibit design firm to develop exhibits for Dublin
Camp Parks Military History Center FY 2015-2016
Preserved Kolb Truck (1929 Model A) and developed related curriculum for
interpreting Dublin history at special events throughout the community FY 2015-2016
Re-designed Kolb House exhibits and curriculum to better engage the public FY 2015-2016
Developed an Exhibition Management Plan for the Camp Parks historical artifact
collection and entered into an MOU with the U.S. Army to develop a Dublin Military
History Center at the base
FY 2014-2015
J. EXPANSION OF ACTIVITIES AVAILABLE FOR TEENS
Youth Roundtable open meeting hosted in Dublin FY 2015-2016
Tri-Valley Teen Job and Career Fair hosted in Dublin FY 2015-2016
Volunteer opportunities for teens available at the Senior Center via
VolunteerMatch.org FY 2015-2016
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STRATEGY #4: Position programs and service delivery to be unique, competitive
and responsive to customer needs and expectations
A. PROVIDE HIGH-QUALITY, EXPERIENCED STAFFING AND INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS TO PROVIDE
FIRST RATE INSTRUCTION, SUPERVISION AND CUSTOMER SERVICE
Provided group instruction during monthly Dance Social at the Senior Center FY 2015-2016
C. BECOME A RESOURCE FOR FINDING OTHER RESIDENTS WITH SIMILAR RECREATIONAL INTERESTS TO
FORM SOCIAL GROUPS FOR WALKING, HIKING, BIKING AND PLAYING SPORTS
Developed Cultural Arts Resources database FY 2015-2016
E. DEVELOP A COST RECOVERY POLICY TO PROVIDE A METHOD FOR DETERMINING APPROPRIATE PRICING
FOR PROGRAMS BASED ON MARKET COMPARISONS, QUALIFICATIONS OF THE INSTRUCTOR, ESTIMATED
REGISTRATION AND REVENUE, OVERHEAD COSTS AND COMMUNITY BENEFIT
Class Analysis Worksheet used to help determine pricing for classes to help meet
cost recovery goals FY 2015-2016
F. POSITION THE SHANNON COMMUNITY CENTER AS A PREMIER REGIONAL RENTAL FACILITY FOR SOCIAL
EVENTS
Hosted the Tri-Valley Community Health Forum FY 2015-2016
STRATEGY #5: Reduce barriers to participation in Department programs and
services.
A. EXPAND THE NUMBER OF FULL-DAY PROGRAMS WHEN SCHOOL IS NOT IN SESSION
Offered a Camp Sunrise at Stager Gym and a Camp Sports Grounds at the Dublin
Sports Grounds FY 2015-2016
C. PROVIDE FEE ASSISTANCE FOR YOUTH PROGRAMS FOR HOUSEHOLDS WITH LOWER INCOME
The Youth Fee Assistance program awarded 61 scholarships and $918 was given as
part of the program FY 2015-2016
G. POSITION THE FALLON SPORTS PARK AS A PREMIER TOURNAMENT FACILITY
Began construction for phase II (two new sports fields and 90’ baseball diamond,
concession, play structure, restroom facility, and additional parking) FY 2015-2016
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STRATEGY #6: Maximize effectiveness of communication with existing and
potential customers
B. EXPAND DEPARTMENT OUTREACH AND PROMOTIONS AT CITY EVENTS TO GAIN NEW CUSTOMERS
Promoted Department programs at Dublin Pride volunteer event FY 2015-2016
STRATEGY #7: Create social connections and strong sense of community within
neighborhoods
A. DEVELOP ABILITY TO FIND OTHERS IN THE COMMUNITY WITH SIMILAR RECREATIONAL INTERESTS
Developed Cultural Arts Resources database FY 2015-2016
ATTACHMENT 2
PARKS & COMMUNITY SERVICES
STRATEGIC PLAN ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Historical Accomplishments through Fiscal Year 2015-2016
STRATEGY #1: Develop unique, aesthetically appealing parks and facilities that
provide flexible spaces and safe environments to recreate
A. SUPPORT OPPORTUNITIES TO DEVELOP TRAILS AND PASSIVE PARK AMENITIES, AND WHEN FEASIBLE
PROVIDE PUBLIC ACCESS TO PRIVATELY HELD OPEN SPACE AREAS
Begin the design of the Jordan Ranch Park FY 2015-2016
Begin design of Phase I of the Dublin Crossing Community Park, which includes
watershed and woodland areas with trails and interpretive opportunities FY 2015-2016
Named and began design of Clover Park FY 2015-2016
Named and began design of Sunrise Park FY 2015-2016
Updated the Parks and Recreation Master Plan to include new park category of
Community Nature Park FY 2014-2015
Entered into a Letter of Intent with a landowner to acquire approximately ten-
acres of land for community nature park purposes FY 2014-2015
Begin design of Phase I of the Dublin Crossing Community Park, which includes
watershed and woodland areas with trails and interpretive opportunities FY 2014-2015
Completed construction of Passatempo Park and conducted the dedication event
on May 3, 2014 FY 2013-2014
Began the design of the Jordan Ranch Park FY 2013-2014
Completed Iron Horse Nature Park & Open Space Master Plan FY 2013-2014
Construction of Schaefer Ranch Park and dedication event on November 2, 2013 FY 2013-2014
Explored future opportunities for a large dog park in eastern Dublin FY 2012-2013
Completed construction of Positano Hills Park adjacent to preserved Open Space
and conducted dedication event on April 20, 2013 FY 2012-2013
Dublin Hills Regional Park opened and work began on connections to Martin
Canyon Creek Trail FY 2010-2011
B. PROVIDE LIGHTING FOR PARK FACILITIES WHERE APPROPRIATE TO EXPAND ACCESS AND USE
Added lights to Fallon Sports Park Phase II FY 2015-2016
Completed installation of new lighting control system to allow for remote
programming and control of the field lights at Dublin Sports Grounds FY 2014-2015
Completed installation of brighter LED lighting at Shannon, Kolb and Dolan Parks FY 2011-2012
Completed construction of lighted pathways at Heritage Park and Museums FY 2010-2011
Completed construction of Fallon Sports Park including lighted basketball and
tennis courts, as well as soccer and softball fields FY 2009-2010
Applied for and received grant for park pathway light replacement project FY 2009-2010
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C. INCORPORATE SHADE STRUCTURES INTO EXISTING AND NEW PARKS.
Shade structures were added to the Emerald Glen Recreation and Aquatic Complex
project FY 2015-2016
Shade was added to Fallon Sports Park baseball dugouts and picnic area FY 2015-2016
Shade was purchased for the Dublin Sports Ground renovation project FY 2015-2016
Completed design of Jordan Ranch Neighborhood Park with shade for the
playground and picnic area FY 2014-2015
Completed construction for Schaefer Ranch Park that includes a rentable shaded
group picnic area FY 2013-2014
Installation of solar panels at Shannon Park that act as shade structures for an
expanded picnic area FY 2012-2013
The Kolb Hay Barn was moved to the Heritage Park & Museums to be used as a
shelter for heritage programs and summer camps FY 2010-2011
A new playground with shade covers was installed at Stagecoach Park FY 2009-2010
Shade structures were installed for the Fallon soccer and ball fields FY 2009-2010
D. COMPLETE CONSTRUCTION OF THE SHANNON COMMUNITY CENTER AND PLAN FOR RE-USE OF THE
ACTIVITY CENTER
Received an “Award of Excellence” for design from the California Parks and
Recreation Society FY 2009-2010
Completed study which recommended continuing to use the Activity Center as a
Preschool; doubling the capacity of the program FY 2009-2010
E. PLAN FOR THE ONGOING RENOVATION AND MODERNIZATION OF EXISTING PARKS AND FACILITIES,
AND IDENTIFY FUNDING SOURCES TO MAKE IMPROVEMENTS
Enhanced video projection system in the Shannon Community Center Ambrose Hall FY 2015-2016
Window blinds were added to windows without curtain in Ambrose Hall FY 2015-2016
Began design process for Sean Diamond Neighborhood Park FY 2015-2016
Completed Dublin Sports Ground Renovation Master Plan FY 2015-2016
Began construction on Fallon Sports Park Phase II FY 2015-2016
Added outdoor marquee at the Senior Center FY 2015-2016
Completed Dougherty Hills Dog Park renovation project FY 2015-2016
Replaced Emerald Glen Park water play area soft surfaces FY 2015-2016
Proposed Cricket cages at Emerald Glen Park FY 2015-2016
Began construction of the Emerald Glen Recreation and Aquatic Complex, and
remaining park improvements including the amphitheater, event plaza and
additional parking
FY 2014-2015
Began planning for the Dougherty Hills Dog Park Renovation FY 2014-2015
Began the Master Plan for the Dublin Pioneer Cemetery Renovation and Expansion
Project
FY 2014-2015
Began the design of the Youth Phase of the Dublin Library Expansion Project FY 2014-2015
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Completed renovation of the Shannon Park Water Play Area FY 2013-2014
Addition of picnic tables at Shannon Park FY 2012-2013
Installed automated locking devices on the restroom doors at most parks FY 2012-2013
Began renovation of the Shannon Park Water Play Area FY 2012-2013
Conducted a comprehensive review of the Dublin Swim Center buildings, pools and
mechanical systems, and developed a long-range plan for modernization FY 2011-2012
Completed update to Library Master Plan and studied potential for food and
beverage service in the Library FY 2011-2012
Completed renovation of Dublin Sports Grounds FY 2010-2011
Installed new flooring in Emerald Glen Preschool Building FY 2010-2011
Began renovation of Dublin Sports Grounds using Measure WW grant funds from
the East Bay Regional Park District (EBRPD) FY 2009-2010
Submitted grant applications for:
• Tree Replacement Project (awarded)
• Energy Block Grant to replace park lighting with LED lights (awarded)
• Shannon Park parking lot improvements (not awarded)
• Dublin Heritage Park and Museums “Fresh Water Corner” (not awarded)
FY 2009-2010
Replaced playground equipment at Emerald Glen and Stagecoach parks FY 2009-2010
F. DEVELOP THE DUBLIN HERITAGE PARK AND MUSEUMS AND RELOCATE THE HISTORIC KOLB RANCH
BUILDINGS TO THE SITE
Completed construction and conducted dedication event on July 2, 2011 FY 2010-2011
Commenced construction and moved the buildings FY 2009-2010
G. MONITOR OPPORTUNITIES TO DEVELOP AND/OR OPERATE FACILITIES IN PARTNERSHIP WITH OTHER
PUBLIC OR PRIVATE ORGANIZATIONS
Issued Request for Proposals for Library tenant improvements for Center for 21st
Century Technology FY 2015-2016
Installed Senior Center outdoor marquee in partnership with the Dublin Senior
Foundation FY 2015-2016
Started design and construction of Dublin Military History Center at Camp Parks FY 2015-2016
Operated a fully enrolled Preschool program at Dublin Elementary that successfully
crossed-over with three Dublin Unified School District special needs Preschool
classes
FY 2015-2016
Partnership with Valley Children’s Museum to relocate trailer at Emerald Glen Park FY 2015-2016
Partnership with Cricket for Cubs to add cricket cage to Emerald Glen Park FY 2015-2016
Partnered with Diablo Rose Society on the naming of the McCormick Rose Garden FY 2015-2016
Held dedication event for 50/70 field at Dublin Sports Grounds FY 2015-2016
Entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with the U.S. Army to utilize space
at the base for a Dublin Military History Center FY 2014-2015
Met with the Dublin Unified School District and discussed the possibility for a high-
functioning special needs Preschool Program at Dublin Elementary FY 2014-2015
Began discussion with Dublin Unified School District on joint use of the Dublin High FY 2014-2015
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School Center for Performing Arts & Education
Transformed Dublin Sports Grounds softball field #2 into a 50/70 baseball field FY 2013-2014
Developed Joint Funding and Operations Agreement with Dublin Unified School
District for renovation of Dublin High School tennis courts FY 2012-2013
Conducted workshops and meetings with Dublin Unified School District to plan for
construction of new Swim Center at Dublin High School FY 2012-2013
Began discussions with Dublin Unified School District on a new joint-use
competitive pool at the Dublin High School FY 2011-2012
Dublin Hills Regional Park opened and work began on connections to Martin
Canyon Creek Trail FY 2010-2011
Completed update to Joint Use Agreement with Dublin Unified School District FY 2010-2011
STRATEGY #2: Promote and support environmental stewardship and protect
environmental resources
A. IMPLEMENT THE CITY’S GREEN BUILDING ORDINANCE IN RELATION TO FACILITY DEVELOPMENT
Replaced old trash cans with environmental recycling categories at the Shannon
Community Center FY 2015-2016
Designing Emerald Glen Recreation and Aquatic Complex for Silver LEED
certification FY 2014-2015
Installation of solar panels at Shannon Park and the Dublin Senior Center FY 2012-2013
Prepared documentation for Shannon Community Center LEED certification FY 2009-2010
B. MODEL BEST PRACTICES IN HOW TO BEST MANAGE FACILITIES AND PROGRAMS IN AREAS SUCH AS
WASTE REDUCTION, RECYCLING, WATER AND ENERGY CONSERVATION, INDOOR AIR QUALITY, GREEN
CLEANING PRACTICES AND ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY SUPPLY AND EQUIPMENT REQUISITION
Worked with the Dublin San Ramon Services District and expanded use of recycled
water for irrigation at Kolb, Stagecoach and Alamo Creek Parks FY 2015-2016
Working with Dublin San Ramon Service District to begin recycled water installation
to five parks and facilities in the western area of Dublin FY 2014-2015
Completed optimization project for all parks on the central irrigation system and
upgrade irrigation controllers for street median landscape to communicate with the
central irrigation system
FY 2013-2014
Installed paperless hand dryers in the restrooms at Senior Center FY 2012-2013
Completed expansion of the central irrigation control system in all parks to monitor
and reduce water consumption FY 2012-2013
Worked with the Dublin San Ramon Services District on expanding use of recycled
water for irrigation at Kolb, Stagecoach and Alamo Creek Parks FY 2011-2012
Increased the number of recycling containers in key locations in parks FY 2011-2012
Installed central irrigation control system at various parks to monitor and reduce
water consumption FY 2009-2010
Received grant funding to replace park lighting with LED lights FY 2009-2010
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C. SUPPORT IMPLEMENTATION OF THE CITY’S BIKEWAYS MASTER PLAN
Offered free valet bike parking at Splatter festival FY 2014-2015
Offered free valet bike parking on both days of the St. Patrick’s Day Festival FY 2013-2014
Offered Adult and Family Bicycle Workshops FY 2012-2013
Opening of the Alamo Canal 580 Freeway undercrossing to Pleasanton FY 2012-2013
Offered new biking class for cruisers FY 2010-2011
Promoted Bicycle Safety Classes and Bike to Work Month Activities FY 2009-2010
Conducted Bike Rodeo for Fun in the Sun Camp in partnership with Dublin Police
Services FY 2009-2010
D. FACILITATE CARPOOLING TO CITY SPONSORED PROGRAMS, CLASSES AND EVENTS
Offered shuttle rides from parking lots to the St. Patrick’s Day Festival FY 2014-2015
Offered shuttle rides from parking lots to Splatter Festival FY 2013-2014
Promoted access to St. Patrick’s Day Festival from BART station by offering free
Wheels shuttle passes to and from the Festival and the (east) Dublin/Pleasanton
BART station
FY 2012-2013
Promoted access to St. Patrick’s Day Festival from BART station FY 2010-2011
Established Senior Center Ride Match Program FY 2009-2010
E. FACILITATE LEARNING ABOUT THE ENVIRONMENT AND INVITE THE PUBLIC TO BE ACTIVE
PARTICIPANTS IN STEWARDSHIP PROGRAMS
Added Farm Yard garden at Heritage Park, with Spring Fair visitors participating in
planting using historic, sustainable methods FY 2015-2016
Offered new hands-on projects for youth which expanded the nature activities at
summer camps FY 2014-2015
Offered “Camp Dublin” for youth which included nature exploration activities FY 2013-2014
Offered Camp Connector transportation from one camp to another FY 2012-2013
Offered a Camp Out for youth in a regional park as part of the Glen the Guide
Nature Day Camp program FY 2011-2012
Received Award of Excellence from the California Park and Recreation Society for
the Nature Day Camp Program FY 2010-2011
Expanded Family Camp Out Program to Emerald Glen Park and Tassajara Creek FY 2010-2011
Implemented a new Nature Day Camp Program FY 2009-2010
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STRATEGY #3: Implement programs that are popular with the core customer
market segments and are responsive to community and industry trends. Re-align
existing programs and create new offerings to promote and support the following
outcomes:
A. EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATIONS WITH RESIDENTS AND MARKETING STRATEGIES THAT CONSIDER
PRODUCT, POSITIONING, PLACE, PRICE AND TARGETED PROMOTION
Installed Senior Center outdoor electronic marquee FY 2015-2016
Created Activity Guide dedicated to summer camps and aquatics FY 2015-2016
Added Senior Center drop-in programs and activities to the Activity Guide FY 2015-2016
Began Cultural Arts Needs Assessment to gather public input on the arts, with
intention of implementing, maintaining and developing programs that are
responsive to the community
FY 2015-2016
Added full page ad in the Activity Guide for part-time hiring FY 2015-2016
Attended job fairs to promote recruitment efforts FY 2015-2016
Redesigned promotional flyers for classes and activities to match City branding and
include ADA language FY 2015-2016
Activity Guide was restructured to reflect new City branding and focus on specific
market segments. FY 2014-2015
Realigned electronic and paper promotional campaigns to reflect new City branding
and newly created market segments FY 2014-2015
Met with consultant to begin an upgrade and new installation of recreation
management software FY 2014-2015
Began planning for installation of an outdoor electronic marquee at the Dublin
Senior Center FY 2014-2015
Conducted market research and needs assessment and developed a Parks and
Community Services Department Marketing and Communications Plan FY 2012-2013
Received the 2012 California Park & Recreation Society Award of Excellence for the
Splatter Marketing Campaign FY 2012-2013
Added new Summer Camp grid to the Activity Guide FY 2012-2013
Developed and launched an online booking option for the Emerald Glen group
picnic area using the CLASS registration system FY 2011-2012
Expanded The Department Activity Guide from three to four issues FY 2011-2012
Created new web pages for Department on new City website FY 2010-2011
Implemented new quarterly e-Newsletters for three market segments FY 2010-2011
Expanded use of electronic promotions and email blasts using Vertical Response FY 2009-2010
Created new branding and marketing strategy for annual St Patrick’s Day
Celebration FY 2009-2010
Implemented new special event “Sponsorship Packages” FY 2009-2010
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B. POSITIVE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT AND STRONG FAMILIES
Operated a fully enrolled Preschool Program at Dublin Elementary that successfully
crossed-over with three Dublin Unified School District special needs preschool
classes
FY 2015-2016
Operated an afternoon Pre-K Preschool Program at Dublin Elementary FY 2015-2016
Expanded the 2016 Winter Junior Warriors to operate practices and games at
Fallon Middle School which increased enrollment by 11% than last year FY 2015-2016
LEAD Program added second tier for more experienced youth that can mentor tier
one youth FY 2015-2016
Youth volunteer year round at Senior Center and work the lunch program FY 2015-2016
Tri-Valley Teen Job and Career Fair hosted in Dublin FY 2015-2016
Youth Roundtable open meeting hosted in Dublin FY 2015-2016
Intergenerational Youth Benefit Concert, youth and seniors working together FY 2015-2016
Expanded the “Camp Connector” program to four different sites FY2014-2015
Created partnership with Dublin Unified School District to create a mainstream
preschool program that crosses-over with the District’s program for children with
special needs
FY 2014-2015
Offered the Youth Mini Grant program FY 2013-2014
Expanded “Little Lovies” program FY 2013-2014
Offered “Camp Dublin” a tradition day camp experience FY 2012-2013
Offered a “Camp Connector” to included supervised transitions between morning
camps and afternoon camps for full day program option FY 2012-2013
Introduced “Little Lovies” Story Time for ages 18 months to four years old FY 2012-2013
Reduced the number of Teen Special Events and expanded Department contracted
classes in camps and sports programs. Programs increased 6% in 2011 FY 2011-2012
Implemented new Family Camp Out at Emerald Glen Park FY 2010-2011
Expanded Preschool Program to both Shannon and Emerald Glen Parks, with 120%
increase in registration FY 2009-2010
Developed Super Sitters Program FY 2009-2010
C. HEALTHY LIFESTYLES AND WELLNESS
Conducted a community-wide event “Live Healthy Dublin- Activ-8 Challenge” FY 2014-2015
Conducted a community-wide event “Live Healthy Dublin-Step 2 It Challenge” FY 2013-2014
Implemented a successful 10-week “Live Healthy Dublin” 10-week Health and
Wellness Challenge that attracted over485 participants on 102 teams FY 2012-2013
Selected a Healthy Living Campaign and Contest. Implementing a 10-week Health
and Wellness Challenge utilizing Live Healthy America web based program to be
launched in March of 2013
FY 2011-2012
Implemented new “Fit Hour” in After School Recreation and Fun in the Sun FY 2010-2011
Created new series of cooking and nutrition classes FY 2009-2010
Expanded cooking and nutrition classes FY 2009-2010
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D. ACTIVE LIFESTYLES INVOLVING SPORTS AND FITNESS
Offered two summer cricket camps FY 2015-2016
Offered combination camps with sports and education, Take 1 Sports, and full day
camps in the Summer Activity Guide FY 2015-2016
Green Gators won league championship 2015 FY 2015-2016
Expanded wellness classes to include holistic wellness, hypnotherapy, healing yoga,
sugar detox and yoga with meditation FY 2015-2016
Expanded contracted tennis classes to include small group and private lessons FY 2014-2015
Expanded contract tennis classes FY 2012-2013
Implemented new Adult Soccer Leagues FY 2010-2011
Expanded Adult Softball Leagues FY 2010-2011
Implemented new USTA Sanctioned Adult Tennis Tournament FY 2010-2011
Expanded fitness classes FY 2009-2010
E. EVENTS TO CELEBRATE COMMUNITY MILESTONES, ENHANCE COMMUNITY PRIDE, ENCOURAGE
SHARING OF CULTURAL TRADITIONS AND CONTRIBUTE TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
10th Anniversary Gala at the Senior Center FY 2015-2016
Intergenerational Benefit Concert at the Senior Center FY 2015-2016
Held dedication event for 50/70 field at Dublin Sports Grounds FY 2015-2016
Held Groundbreaking Ceremony for Emerald Glen Recreation and Aquatic Complex
on Friday, March 6, 2015 FY 2014-2015
Held 23 Farmers’ Markets on Thursday nights from April through September FY 2014-2015
Held three free movies in the park events at Emerald Glen Park and the Heritage
Park and Museums FY 2013-2014
Conducted three free concert in the park events at Emerald Glen Park FY 2012-2013
Held the first annual Splatter Festival that attracted over 15,000 participants FY 2012-2013
Held 3rd annual Community Car Show at the Heritage Park and Museums FY 2012-2013
Conducted dedication event for the Positano Hills Park FY 2012-2013
Conducted dedication event for the Dublin Heritage Park and Museums FY 2011-2012
Developed event and marketing plan for new Splatter Festival FY 2011-2012
Conducted dedication event for Fallon Sports Park FY 2010-2011
F. FUN AND SAFETY IN AND ABOUT THE WATER
The City’s Green Gator Swim Team won the Tri-Valley Swim League Championship FY 2015-2016
Added swim lessons to the PM Camp Connector program FY 2015-2016
Restructured PM swim camp to include more activities and structure FY 2015-2016
Developed and offered the Junior Green Gators Swim Team (46 participants in the
inaugural season) FY 2011-2012
Participated in the Guinness Book of World Record’s Largest Swimming Lesson FY 2010-2011
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G. PERSONAL ENRICHMENT AND PARTICIPATION IN HOBBIES, LEISURE PURSUITS, AND SELF-HELP
ACTIVITIES
Added six new contract instructors (Guru Education, Techsplosion, California Spirit
Elite, Cricket, Take I Sports and Modern Recess) FY 2015-2016
Offered youth sewing class and camp FY 2015-2016
Increased youth language class offerings FY 2015-2016
Expanded STEM classes and camps FY 2015-2016
Included more cultural arts activities in camps FY 2015-2016
Offered youth cooking camps during all nine weeks of summer FY 2015-2016
Expanded the Picnic Area Rentals to include two more sites at Emerald Glen, one at
Schaefer Ranch and one at Kolb parks FY 2014-2015
Expanded the Tennis Court Rental Facilities FY 2014-2015
Focused on offering more cultural arts classes FY 2012-2013
Expanded the number of classes offered on Saturdays (summer of 2011, Saturday
classes offered increased 34% compared to prior summer) FY 2011-2012
Reinstated Senior Center Trips and Tours program (trips were reinstated with two
trips being offer each month) FY 2011-2012
Expanded use of the Senior Center on Saturday mornings FY 2009-2010
H. PRESERVATION AND INTERPRETATION OF DUBLIN’S CULTURE AND HERITAGE
Engaged professional museum exhibit design firm to develop exhibits for Dublin
Camp Parks Military History Center FY 2015-2016
Preserved Kolb Truck (1929 Model A) and developed related curriculum for
interpreting Dublin history at special events throughout the community FY 2015-2016
Re-designed Kolb House exhibits and curriculum to better engage the public FY 2015-2016
Developed an Exhibition Management Plan for the Camp Parks historical artifact
collection and entered into an MOU with the U.S. Army to develop a Dublin Military
History Center at the base
FY 2014-2015
Conducted inventory and maintenance for the City’s public art collection FY 2014-2015
Participated in the Conservation Assessment Program (CAP) FY 2012-2013
Expanded the Volunteer Program for the Heritage Park and Museums FY 2012-2013
Completed Museum Assessment Program (MAP) Phase III process FY 2011-2012
Created new Volunteer Guild to support expanded facilities, programs and events FY 2011-2012
Implemented expanded programs and monthly events at new Heritage Park and
Museums FY 2011-2012
Assumed ownership of the Camp Parks Collection and opened an exhibit on the
collection FY 2011-2012
Initiated Phase III of Museum Assessment Program-Consultant Review FY 2010-2011
Produced a book on the Kolb Family FY 2010-2011
Set up the Collections Research Room in Kolb House with volunteer researchers FY 2010-2011
Expanded school and group tour curriculum to include the Kolb facilities FY 2010-2011
Preserved the Kolb Tractor for viewing and tractor rides FY 2010-2011
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Conducted exhibit on the Donlon family history FY 2010-2011
Developed Education Curriculum Packet for DUSD FY 2009-2010
Completed Phase II of Museum Assessment Program FY 2009-2010
Produced exhibit and book on Martin Family FY 2009-2010
Worked with DHPA/Camp Parks to preserve history FY 2009-2010
Coordinated Oral Histories project FY 2009-2010
I. APPRECIATION OF NATURE AND PARTICIPATION IN UNIQUE AND ADVENTUROUS OUTDOOR
RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES
Offered “Camp Dublin” at Heritage Park FY 2013-2014
Offered Dublin residents an opportunity to attend Dublin Family Camp at a South
Lake Tahoe Resident Camp in partnership with Camp Concord FY 2012-2013
Implemented new Family Camp Out at Emerald Glen Park with a nature theme FY 2011-2012
Offered a Camp Out for youth in a regional park as part of the Glen the Guide
Nature Day Camp program FY 2011-2012
Implemented new Nature Day Camp Program FY 2009-2010
J. EXPANSION OF ACTIVITIES AVAILABLE FOR TEENS
Youth Roundtable open meeting hosted in Dublin FY 2015-2016
Tri-Valley Teen Job and Career Fair hosted in Dublin FY 2015-2016
Volunteer opportunities for teens available at the Senior Center via
VolunteerMatch.org FY 2015-2016
Youth Advisory and Senior Center Advisory Committees offered an inter-
generational Benefit Concert FY 2014-2015
Offered the Youth Mini Grant Program, designed to provide funding assistance to
Dublin-based youth organizations FY 2013-2014
Youth Advisory Committed and Senior Advisory Committee offered the Car Show FY 2013-2014
Youth Advisory Committee offered a Youth Benefit Concert FY 2013-2014
Developed and implemented the Youth Mini Grant Program, designed to provide
funding assistance to Dublin-based youth organizations FY 2012-2013
Offered Teen Improv in the Barn FY 2011-2012
Implemented new Teen/Senior Car Show FY 2010-2011
Implemented Teen Circuit Program FY 2009-2010
STRATEGY #4: Position programs and service delivery to be unique, competitive
and responsive to customer needs and expectations
A. PROVIDE HIGH-QUALITY, EXPERIENCED STAFFING AND INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS TO PROVIDE
FIRST RATE INSTRUCTION, SUPERVISION AND CUSTOMER SERVICE
Provided group instruction during monthly Dance Social at the Senior Center FY 2015-2016
Implemented program to process credit cards payments for activity registrations at FY 2013-2014
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outdoor events
Extended customer service hours at the Shannon Community Center to 7:00 PM on
Thursdays and 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon on Saturdays FY 2012-2013
Conducted Disney Institute Customer Service Training for all Department Staff FY 2009-2010
B. EDUCATE PUBLIC THAT DEPARTMENT ACTIVITIES ARE THE MOST FUN, EFFECTIVE WAY TO IMPROVE
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
Live Healthy Dublin Activ-8 Challenge FY 2014-2015
Promoted Department camps, programs and activities at the weekly Farmers’
Markets FY 2013-2014
Step Up 2 It Challenge FY 2013-2014
Hosted Senior Resource Fair FY 2012-2013
Hosted and participated in the Tri Valley Preschool Information Fair FY 2012-2013
Promoted Department programs and activities at the weekly Farmers’ Markets FY 2012-2013
Participated in a Health Fair at Shaklee, a local employer FY 2012-2013
Implemented quarterly “DublinDiRECt” e-Newsletter including articles FY 2010-2011
Participated in two Community Resource Fairs at Camp Parks FY 2010-2011
Participated in Health Fair at Shaklee FY 2010-2011
Implemented “Parks Make Life Better” Marketing Campaign FY 2009-2010
C. BECOME A RESOURCE FOR FINDING OTHER RESIDENTS WITH SIMILAR RECREATIONAL INTERESTS TO
FORM SOCIAL GROUPS FOR WALKING, HIKING, BIKING AND PLAYING SPORTS
Developed Cultural Arts Resources database FY 2015-2016
Two social walks as a part of the Step Up 2 It Challenge FY 2013-2014
Act as a resource for garnering interest in local walking groups such as Dublin Path
Wanderers and Tri-Valley Trail Trekkers FY 2012-2013
Conducted drop in sports events for seniors FY 2010-2011
Expanded use of “free agent” player lists for all adult sports leagues FY 2009-2010
D. PACKAGE DEPARTMENT PROGRAMS TO SERVE AS WELLNESS PROGRAMS FOR LOCAL EMPLOYERS
Farmers’ Market Fitness Fair for local employers FY 2014-2015
Free Fitness Fridays FY 2014-2015
Live Healthy Dublin Health and Fitness Fair and Expo FY 2014-2015
Participated in Ross Health and Wellness Fair FY 2014-2015
Participated in Camp Parks Health Fair FY 2014-2015
Step Up 2 It Challenge FY 2013-2014
Participated in Health Fair at Shaklee Corporation FY 2012-2013
Participated in Health Fair at Shaklee Corporation FY 2011-2012
Participated in Health Fair at Shaklee Corporation FY 2010-2011
Participated in Health Fair at Zeiss Meditec FY 2009-2010
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E. DEVELOP A COST RECOVERY POLICY TO PROVIDE A METHOD FOR DETERMINING APPROPRIATE PRICING
FOR PROGRAMS BASED ON MARKET COMPARISONS, QUALIFICATIONS OF THE INSTRUCTOR,
ESTIMATED REGISTRATION AND REVENUE, OVERHEAD COSTS AND COMMUNITY BENEFIT
Class Analysis Worksheet used to help determine pricing for classes to help meet
cost recovery goals FY 2015-2016
Began a Department Focused Business Plan FY 2014-2015
Updated and adopted the Tennis Use Policy FY 2014-2015
Updated and adopted the Sports Fields Use Policy and Fee Schedule FY 2011-2012
Developed and adopted Parks and Community Services Pricing Policy FY 2010-2011
F. POSITION THE SHANNON COMMUNITY CENTER AS A PREMIER REGIONAL RENTAL FACILITY FOR SOCIAL
EVENTS
Hosted the Tri-Valley Community Health Forum FY 2015-2016
Hosted the Chevron Cleantech Event at Shannon Community Center FY 2012-2013
Created rental brochure FY 2009-2010
Attended bridal fair FY 2009-2010
Posted information on various websites FY 2009-2010
STRATEGY #5: Reduce barriers to participation in Department programs and
services.
A. EXPAND THE NUMBER OF FULL-DAY PROGRAMS WHEN SCHOOL IS NOT IN SESSION
Offered a Camp Sunrise at Stager Gym and a Camp Sports Grounds FY 2015-2016
Offered the new and improved “Camp Connector” program at four sites FY 2014-2015
Implemented the “No School Day Camp” for children in 1st through 5th grades on
Dublin Unified School District’s non-student attendance days FY 2013-2014
Expanded Sports and Swim Camp Program to Spring Break FY 2010-2011
Expanded the number of Sports and Swim Camp combinations for summer FY 2010-2011
G. POSITION THE FALLON SPORTS PARK AS A PREMIER TOURNAMENT FACILITY
Began construction for Phase II (two new sports fields and 90’ baseball diamond,
concession, play structure, restroom facility, and additional parking) FY 2015-2016
Worked with Dublin United Soccer to become an approved playoff venue for the
Youth Soccer State Cup FY 2013-2014
Worked with Dublin Sister City Association on an international soccer tournament
involving the Dublin Sister Cities (tournament was cancelled due to teams not being
able to travel at this time)
FY 2011-2012
Attended conference on promoting facilities for tournaments FY 2010-2011
Updated sports field marketing and inventory information with Tri-Valley
Convention and Visitors Bureau FY 2010-2011
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Implemented new Nature Day Camp Program FY 2009-2010
Implemented new Sports and Swim Camp Program FY 2009-2010
Implemented the Camp Connector FY 2009-2010
B. PROVIDE YOUTH PROGRAMS OR CHILD CARE IN TANDEM WITH ADULT CLASSES TO INCREASE
PARTICIPATION BY PARENTS
Implemented Super Sitter Program FY 2009-2010
Offered tandem parent and child tennis classes FY 2009-2010
C. PROVIDE FEE ASSISTANCE FOR YOUTH PROGRAMS FOR HOUSEHOLDS WITH LOWER INCOME
The Youth Fee Assistance program awarded 61 scholarships and $918 was given as
part of the program FY 2015-2016
The Youth Fee Assistance program awarded 60 scholarships and $8,886 was given
as part of the program FY 2014-2015
The Youth Fee Assistance program awarded 94 scholarships and $5,435 was given
as part of the program FY 2013-2014
The Youth Fee Assistance program awarded 35 scholarships and $7,000 was given
as part of the program (a total of 95 scholarships were received during FY 2012-
2013 and funds will be available to award additional scholarships in FY 2013-2014)
FY 2012-2013
Identified $5,000 matching funds funding source for Youth Fee Assistance Program FY 2012-2013
The Youth Fee Assistance program awarded 43 scholarships and $3,774 were given
as part of the program FY 2011-2012
49 applications received and $5,206 in scholarships was disbursed as part of the
Youth Fee Assistance Program FY 2010-2011
Partnered with Dublin United Soccer League to offer spring break soccer clinics
with proceeds benefitting the DUSL scholarship fund and the City’s Youth Fee
Assistance Program
FY 2010-2011
33 applications received and $2,100 is scholarships were awarded as part of the
Youth Fee Assistance Program FY 2009-2010
STRATEGY #6: Maximize effectiveness of communication with existing and
potential customers
A. MONITOR TRENDS IN CONSUMER ADAPTATION OF TECHNOLOGY AND EXPAND USE OF ELECTRONIC
PROMOTIONS WHEN FEASIBLE
Implemented use of QR codes for promotion of events and programs FY 2011-2012
Developed mobile app for festivals FY 2011-2012
Implemented quarterly e-Newsletters for three market segments FY 2010-2011
Implemented use of notify me, calendar and newsflash modules on City website FY 2010-2011
Expanded use of Vertical Response mass emails FY 2009-2010
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B. EXPAND DEPARTMENT OUTREACH AND PROMOTIONS AT CITY EVENTS TO GAIN NEW CUSTOMERS
Promoted Department programs at Dublin Pride volunteer event FY 2015-2016
Promoted Department programs at the St. Patrick’s Day Festival FY 2014-2015
Promoted Department programs at Splatter FY 2014-2015
Promoted Department information at the Senior Resource Fair FY 2011-2012
Promoted Department programs at the Farmers’ Market FY 2010-2011
Created Department Event Promotions Committee FY 2009-2010
Created partnership with Dublin Police Services to cross promote Department
services at Police events FY 2009-2010
STRATEGY #7: Create social connections and strong sense of community within
neighborhoods
A. DEVELOP ABILITY TO FIND OTHERS IN THE COMMUNITY WITH SIMILAR RECREATIONAL INTERESTS
Developed Cultural Arts Resources database FY 2015-2016
Expanded free agent lists for adult sports leagues FY 2009-2010
Offered drop-in golf and tennis programs for older adults FY 2009-2010
B. CONDUCT PROGRAMS AND EVENTS IN NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS
Conducted Family Camp Outs at Emerald Glen Park and Alamo Creek FY 2011-2012
Expanded Family Camp Out program to Emerald Glen Park FY 2010-2011
Conducted Senior Picnic at Emerald Glen Park FY 2010-2011
Conducted Camp Out at Alamo Creek Park FY 2009-2010
Conducted Senior Center luncheon at Bray Commons FY 2009-2010