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PKC - Item 3C - Monthly Parks and Recreation Department Review ROSEMEAD PARKS COMMISSION MEMORANDUM TO: THE HONORABLE CHAIR AND PARKS COMMISSION FROM: TOM BOECKING, DIRECTOR OF PARKS & RECREATION DATE: MARCH 2, 2021 SUBJECT: MONTHLY DEPARTMENT UPDATE AQUATICS Rosemead Aquatic Center is currently open to the Rosemead Rapids Swim Team with a total of 75 participants. We look forward to re-opening for lap swim and aqua aerobics for spring. Within the last few weeks, both the Rosemead Aquatic Center and the Splash Zone have had annual maintenance to ensure equipment is running properly. The Aquatics division is currently looking to hire Lifeguards, Instructors, Aquatic Attendants, and Assistant Pool Managers in preparation for spring and summer programs. FACILITIES/PARKS Athletic Fields- As of February 1st, all athletic fields have been reopened for youth sports organizations. The guideline allows organizations to return for only practices, clinics and skill building activities. Competitions and tournaments are prohibited until further notice. Garvey Community Center- Distribution of frozen and fresh meals by the Garvey Community Center staff continued during the month of February. The distribution is still being held as a Drive-and-Go Lunch Program on Mondays and Wednesdays. Due to the colder weather, participants have continued to line up inside the facility. It will be reevaluated and monitored for inclement weather which will determine a proper time to return outdoors. The Sweethearts Jamboree Drive-In Bingo Social was held in the Garvey Center south parking lot on February 18. There were lots of decorations, music and treats from Nothing Bundt Cakes in Rosemead. Staff also recognized this year’s cutest couple, Silvia and Chester Jung. The Garvey Center also celebrated Valentine’s Day and Lunar New Year during the Drive-and-Go meal program. Staff made Valentine’s Day cards and candy was handed out on February 10. For the Lunar New year, staff gave away red envelopes with chocolate coins, as well as mini cakes. The cakes were generously donated by Nothing Bundt Cakes. St. Patrick’s Day will be celebrated during the Drive-and-Go program on March 17 and the Drive-in Bingo Social on March 18. Parks Commission Meeting March 2, 2021 Page 2 of 3 2 The Garvey Community Center resumed its partnership with the LA Food Bank at the beginning of February. There was a very good response to the return of the program as over 190 boxes were handed out. New Community Garden- The 2nd Temporary Community Garden officially opened to participants on Monday, February 22. The garden is located at 3224 Del Mar Avenue. Staff placed the finishing touches on the garden to have it ready for our lucky residents. A special thanks goes out to our Public Works team for all of their hard work in transforming the space. Applications are available online. As of today, there are only 3 out of the 25 plots still available for lease. The fee of $60 is an annual fee. Staff is currently working on phase two of the garden which will include the educational and show garden. SPECIAL EVENTS Shamrock Run & Roll Virtual 5K- The Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a Shamrock Run & Roll Virtual 5k in March. The event will take place during the weeks of March 12 thru April 2, 2021. Participants will be able to run, walk or bike ride for this event, and at their own pace. Registration will be $20.00 per person and participants will receive a virtual bib, t-shirt and a commemorative medal. There will also be suggested routes and a themed Spotify playlist available thru the City website. Virtual Egg Hunt- Parks and Recreation will be hosting its 2nd annual Virtual Egg Hunt beginning April 1 through April 3. Join the Easter Bunny virtually each day at a different location to search for eggs! Winners with the correct answer will receive a prize! You’ve Been Egged by Rosemead- This year, Parks and Recreation will offer a new program called You’ve Been Egged by Rosemead! Participants can register and receive a FREE Egg Hunt Kit. Each kit will include 2 Dozen Pre-Filled Eggs, Easter Craft, Easter Basket and You’ve Been Egged by Rosemead Lawn Sign! The bunny’s assistants will deliver the kits between April 1-3. Easter Scavenger Hunt- Celebrate Easter by going on a scavenger hunt around the City of Rosemead from March 31 through April 2. You will find themed inflatables displayed at different City facilities and parks. Participants will have the opportunity to enter a raffle once they have completed the scavenger hunt. YOUTH AND ADULT SPORTS Youth and Adult Sports Programs – The Youth and Adult Sports division is gearing up in February to promote the return of in-person and online classes for spring of 2021. Here are some classes that will be offered beginning March 29: • In-Person Classes: o Outdoor Youth Basketball and Volleyball Clinics. o MLB - Pitch Hit and Run Competition. o Private Youth Tennis Lessons with Johnny Allen Tennis Instructors. Parks Commission Meeting March 2, 2021 Page 3 of 3 3 • Virtual Classes o Easter Camp in a Box o Soccer Sports in a Bag. o Rocket League E-Sports Tournament FOLLOW UP ITEMS Southern California Edison Property – Rush Street and Walnut Grove Avenue – Staff has been in contact with SCE regarding the vacant property on the southwest corner of Rush Street and Walnut Grove Avenue. The property is owned by SCE and eligible for lease. Staff was contacted last week by a corporation that is interested in leasing the property for a water treatment system. If the project is approved the City could receive a pocket park. Staff will continue to monitor the status of the project and provide updates to the Commission.