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<br />Memorandum <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />To: Parks and Recreation Commission <br /> <br />From: Jeff Shelby, Parks and Recreation Manager <br /> <br />Date: December 10, 2025 <br /> <br />Subject: Parks and Recreation Staff Report <br />Senior Activity Center <br />In November, the Senior Activity Center averaged 78 daily visitor check-ins. As of December 2, 108 <br />memberships for 2026 have already been sold. <br />We hosted a Member Drive and Open House on December 8. Parks and Recreation staff were onsite to <br />assist with memberships, give tours, and answer questions. This was a great opportunity for seniors to <br />explore programs, meet staff, and connect with fellow members. <br /> <br />The AI presentation sponsored by Senior Community Services drew over 50 participants who came to <br />learn more about Artificial Intelligence and how it may impact daily life. <br /> <br />This alcohol ink art class was very popular, filling quickly and generating a waitlist. <br /> <br />Cribbage is one of the newest additions to the Senior Center’s activity lineup. Over 15 people joined in on <br />the very first day. <br /> <br />On December 4, seniors enjoyed a festive outing to the Sidekick Theater to see A Christmas Carol. <br /> <br />Community Events <br />The annual Tree Lighting was a great success, with a strong turnout from the community. Children <br />enjoyed writing letters to Santa and creating ornaments at the Parks and Recreation table. The ERLC <br />choir filled the evening with festive caroling, and the Fire Department was on hand to kick off their annual <br />toy drive. Kids can continue to drop their letters to Santa in the mailbox at Rivers Edge through Sunday, <br />December 14 to receive a reply from Santa. <br />Winter Walks at Woodland Trails will continue on the second Monday of each month through February. <br />Attendance has been strong, and participants have shared positive feedback. <br />Planning for Elk RiverFest 2026 is underway. The event is currently scheduled to run July 25 from 10:00 <br />a.m. to 4:00 p.m. <br />Page 24 of 25