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f>LeS„, <br /> City of <br /> Elk <br /> River <br /> MEMORANDUM <br /> TO: Park and Recreation Commission <br /> FROM: Michele Bergh, Recreation Manager <br /> DATE: March 10, 2003 <br /> SUBJECT: Recreation Department Update for March <br /> We have many programs and activities coming to an end and ones that are just beginning. <br /> Here are some updates on a few. <br /> ICE RINKS <br /> Handke Stadium Lions Park <br /> • Open 12/27/02 to 2/17/03 • Open 12/27/02 to 2/2/03* <br /> • 4-9pm on school days • 4-9pm on school days <br /> • 1-9pm on weekends and non- • 1-9pm on weekends and non- <br /> school days school days <br /> • Average number of • Average number of <br /> participants per shift— 50 participants per shift— 10 <br /> • Total number of participants • Total number of participants <br /> for the season—2366 for the season— 733 <br /> *Many nights were very slow and with budget concerns, we closed early for the season at <br /> this site. The lights for the park were put on timers so this allowed those who wanted to <br /> skate/sled light until 9pm every night and picnic tables under the shelter were used for <br /> seating. <br /> FITNESS INSTRUCTOR TRAINING <br /> We provided a small training class for those interested in becoming a group fitness instructor <br /> in January. This opportunity also gave us additional staff for our U Pass program. We will <br /> be offering a group fitness certification program at the beginning of April with a nationally <br /> known organization as well as a yoga certification program in May with another nationally <br /> known organization. Hosting these trainings allows us to certify our staff— some at no <br /> charge and some at a reduced fee and potentially links us to new staff people. <br />