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contents4 From the President

Calendar of Events

6 NCRPA Board of Directors

7 NCRPA Profi leScotland County Parks & Recreation

8-10 Under Construction

12-15 Hot Topics in P&R

16 The Arts

17 Fundraising in P&R

18 Association News

19 People in the News

20 The Mailbox

21 The Short SideBy David Lee

22 Advertiser.comAdvertiser Index

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During the hot summer months, children enjoy cooling off at Scotland County Parks & Recreation’s splash pad.

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A publication of the North CarolinaRecreation & Park AssociationVol. 64, No. 2 • Summer 2010

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Was anybody else glad to see some warm weather and outdoor activities finally take place? Wow, what a winter. I don’t know about your town or city, but the folks here in Wilson were ready to get outside and recreate. It’s so good to hear the sounds of baseball and cheers on the field again. People are fishing, walking and playing golf here and I’m sure they are doing the same in your neck of the woods. Welcome back and get those kids outside exercising.

On the NCRPA front, we have been busy with various activities. On March 1–3, the Therapeutic Recreation Section Annual Conference in Wilmington was another successful event. In March, a group from NCRPA attended the NRPA Legislative Forum in Washington, D.C. Our Region and Section chairs have held various meetings and workshops. In addition, you may have noticed the new NCRPA website that Michelle Wells and the Marketing Committee have put together. All in all, NCRPA continues to work hard for parks and recreation professionals throughout our state. I will put our staff of Mike Waters, Wanda Parmlee and Michelle Wells up against any other association in the country!

As we face another tough budget year, I encourage you to continue promoting the importance of a person’s quality of life. Invite your city council, county commissioners and other elected officials to special events. Use your local media to advertise your success stories. Speak at every civic group possible. It’s up to us as professionals to continue stressing the importance of parks and recreation. Every department should strive to be a positive, uplifting force in its local government system, so that parks and recreation becomes a top priority for cities, counties and the citizens.

Keep up the good work and, yes, Mike owes me lunch for that nice compliment about him and the staff in the second paragraph!

AUGUST 12-14CBM State ForumGreensboro, NCContact: Mike Waters(919) [email protected]

OCTOBER 5-7Athletic Directors WorkshopBoone, NCContact: Michelle Wells(919) [email protected]

OCTOBER 25-29NRPA Congress & Exposition Minneapolis, MNContact: NRPA(800) 626-NRPA (-6772)

NOVEMBER 14-16NCRPA Annual ConferenceRaleigh, NC Contact: Michelle Wells(919) [email protected]

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Executive CommitteeDavid Lee, President, Wilson Parks & RecreationMack McLeod, 1st Vice President, Hickory Parks & RecreationLisa Wolff, 2nd Vice President, Burlington Parks & RecreationJill Mills, Secretary, Mount Olive CollegeSusan Jenkins, Treasurer, Clayton Parks & RecreationAllen Oliver, Past President, High Point Parks & RecreationMike Waters, Executive Director, NC Recreation & Park Association

NRPA Southern Regional RepresentativesLarry Bailey, Clayton Parks & RecreationCandice Bruton, NC State UniversityErma Deen Hoyle, Lincoln County RecreationKeith Jenkins, Cary Parks, Recreation & Cultural ResourcesDan Maxson, Greensboro Parks & RecreationRoderick Simmons, Asheville Parks & RecreationLonda Strong, Cabarrus County ParksMorry Watkins, Brunswick County P&R Advisory CommissionLisa Wolff, Burlington Parks & Recreation

Region ChairsRegion 1 ~ Travis Stigge, Wilson Parks & RecreationRegion 2 ~ Susan Baptist, Jacksonville Parks & RecreationRegion 3 ~ Travis Adams, Wilmington Parks, Recreation & Downtown ServiceRegion 4 ~ Jonathan Allen, Clayton Parks & RecreationRegion 5 ~ Casey Chesson, Greensboro Parks & RecreationRegion 6 ~ Stephen Poulos, Watauga County Parks & RecreationRegion 7 ~ Angela Blashaw, Davidson Parks & RecreationRegion 8 ~ Gary Craigo, Burke County Parks & RecreationRegion 9 ~ Rhett Langston, Waynesville Parks & Recreation

Section ChairsAdministration ~ Adam McComb, Elkin Recreation & ParksAthletics ~ Jordan Phillips, Wilson Parks & RecreationCommission Board ~ Connie Branch, New Hanover County P&R Advisory BoardEducation ~ Kindal Shores, East Carolina UniversityPark Services ~ Casey Conner, Black Mountain Recreation & ParksPrograms ~ Brian Faucette, Graham Recreation & ParksTherapeutic ~ Peggy Walker, Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation

Standing CommitteesCitations & Awards ~ Butch Kisiah, Chapel Hill Parks & RecreationConference Selection ~ Keith Jenkins, Cary Parks, Recreation & Cultural ResourcesEndowment Program ~ Kathy White, Tobaccoville, NCFinance ~ Susan Jenkins, Clayton Parks & RecreationLegislative ~ Larry Bailey, Clayton Parks & RecreationMarketing ~ Laurie Thore, Greensboro Parks & RecreationMembership ~ Londa Strong, Cabarrus County ParksProcedures ~ Larry Philpott, Swansboro, NCProfessional Development ~ Sam Trogdon, Cary Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources

Ad-Hoc Committee ChairsAnnual Conference ~ Diane Sauer, Raleigh Parks & RecreationNominations & Elections ~ Allen Oliver, High Point Parks & Recreation

Agency LiaisonsNC Association of Senior Citizens ~ (vacant)NC Senior Games ~ Lee Perry, Manteo, NCNCDENR ~ Lewis Ledford, NC Division of Parks & RecreationRecreation Resources Service ~ Pete Armstrong

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Partnerships are critical to any parks and recreation department, but this is especially true in a small county such as Scotland. Construction

of a recreation project, which had lingered on the “back burner” since the 1970s, was completed due to the combined efforts of our state and local elected officials and strong community support.

It all started when Scotland County purchased a parcel of land in 1970s and dedicated a portion for future development as a recreation complex. After several failed attempts over 30 years, Scotland Health Care System received a grant from the Duke Endowment in 1998 to provide activities for the youth of our community. The success of this grant-funded project and the community support it gained provided the impetus for Scotland County Commissioners and the Laurinburg City Council to support construction of a recreation complex as their number one project for federal funds. A planning grant and construction dollars followed.

Phase I was to build a splash pad and entrance roadway. The success of the project and community support resulted in a successful PARTF and LWCF grant to complete Phase II, which included combination softball/baseball fields, disc golf, walking track, picnic shelters, playground, soccer field, parking and a concession/restroom/press box. The Scotland County Tourism Development Authority provided funding to light the four softball/baseball fields. The donation of in-kind services by Laurinburg and Scotland County provided cost savings in the construction of the facility.

With all of the progress, we weren’t done yet. Four soccer fields (one lighted), additional parking, soccer restroom/concession building, flagpoles, final improvements at the softball fields and landscaping were yet to be built. The Scotland County Recreation Foundation had been inactive for several years. With the success and momentum of the construction, the foundation hired a professional fundraiser to organize a capital campaign to complete the project. Although pledges are coming in over a 5-year period, the project is moving along well and will be completed in 2013.

Margaret Mead once said, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” This is certainly true for Scotland County.

Being a small county of 37,000 people, Scotland County Parks and Recreation is pleased to offer programs and facilities throughout our region. Our department has a staff of 4 full-time, 4 part-time and a host of seasonal employees, who manage programs and facilities for the community. Of course, as is true in any recreation department, we count on our volunteers to have successful programs. Our core services are athletics, programs and facilities.

Currently, we have 11 parks, a senior center, community center and the James L. Morgan Recreation Complex. Our next project is to partner with the Town of Wagram to construct an 18,000 square foot recreation center. Opening date is set for this fall.

For more information, please visit Scotland County Parks and Recreation online at: www.scotlandcountyparksandrecreation.org

Welcome to Scotland County Parks and Recreation!BY SHANNON NEWTON, DIRECTOR, SCOTLAND COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION



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“Serenity” At Northeast ParkBY MICHAEL MAGNES, EVENT & MARKETING COORDINATOR

GIBSONVILLE PARKS & RECREATION

Northeast Park is a 374-acre facility, owned by Guilford County and operated by the Town of Gibsonville. Like most large regional parks, we pride ourselves on offering extensive passive and active recreational opportunities. Popular activities include an aquatic facility, hiking/biking/horse trails, playgrounds, picnic shelters, athletic fields, and an events and meeting center.

Six months ago, we decided to add a new dimension. Our vision included flowers, an arbor and perhaps a fountain, placed in a vacant field. As plans evolved, the project expanded. Today, open space has been transformed into a focal point of Northeast Park, aptly named “Serenity Garden.” A footpath winds through five wooden arbors, surrounded by dozens of different species of plant and shrubs. Something is in bloom all year long. Visitors can enjoy the sights and sounds of the custom-designed quarry stone waterfall, leading to a small stocked pond, complete with decorative fountain. Finishing touches will include benches in each arbor.

We are most proud that this project was designed and constructed solely by our staff. “Serenity Garden” gives new meaning to the passive opportunities at Northeast Park.

A Big Dream Comes True!BY KAREN SAINE, RECREATION PROGRAM SUPERVISOR

HENDERSON COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION

Last September, the new Edneyville Community Center and park opened to the public, marking the completion of Phase I construction. The project included a 5,335 square foot building, a large activity room, a full kitchen, office, restrooms, lobby and a soccer field. Many events have already taken place at the center with excellent attendance from Edneyville residents.

Fundraising and land acquisition for the project began with Margaret Davidson and a group of dedicated members from the Edneyville Grange and Edneyville Community Center Association along with funds from Henderson County and a PARTF grant. The community’s enthusiasm for the project set in motion a fundraising campaign, which included events such as golf tournaments, barbeque suppers, car shows, yard sales and gospel sings.

Through the efforts of Paige Willms, who secured two grants, playground structures were purchased from Playworld Carolinas and installed by Habitat for Humanity volunteers. The Edneyville community and Henderson County Parks and Recreation have truly benefited from the dedication and hard work of all of those involved. Two additional phases are planned for the project, which include a gymnasium and park grounds enhancements (ball field, walking trails, landscaping). We look forward to helping enhance the quality of life in Henderson County for Edneyville residents.

Bethesda Park Construction UnderwayBY SUSAN HATCHELL, PRESIDENT

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Construction of Bethesda Park is well underway! This 20.56-acre park, owned by the City of Durham, will include two covered courts for basketball and tennis, a restroom building, three pedestrian bridges, a 9-hole disc golf course, a walking trail, playground, open play areas, and will be the future site of a high ropes challenge course. Susan Hatchell Landscape Architecture, PLLC is the landscape architect for the project, which will be built by Skanska USA Building, Inc. The park will open to the public in August.


As part of its continuing commitment to the arts and downtown, contractors working for the Town of Cary have begun to renovate the Old Cary elementary school building into the future Cary Community Arts Center. Located in the heart of downtown, citizens will see dramatic changes to the site over the next 15 months. Once complete, the center will have visual and performing arts space on all three levels as well as a fully-functional theater with a stage, fly loft and 399 seats. The project includes the conversion of the existing 42,000 square foot masonry building, plus a 6,000 square foot addition of new space for a total of 48,000 square feet.

“We’re excited to get this renovation underway and believe its completion will be a catalyst for more redevelopment in downtown, which is the heart of our community,” said Parks Planning Manager Doug McRainey. “This is the site of the first public high school in North Carolina. A key component of the center’s programming will be arts education, continuing the legacy of education on this site, dating back to the 1870s.”

While Cary had budgeted $17.1 million to complete the project, the project is now expected to cost about $13.1 million thanks to lower than expected construction bids.

Durham Parks and Recreation Enters A Unique PartnershipBY CYNTHIA BOOTH

PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST

DURHAM PARKS & RECREATION

For the past two years, the City of Durham, Durham Public Schools, Durham County, Duke University Health Systems and Durham Parks & Recreation have worked together to transform an old, unused public school into a state-of-the-art center that offers vocational training, wellness and recreation to the community. Built in 1939, the Holton building was a junior high school. It served as a middle school for nearly 50 years and housed the Community in Schools Academy from the early 1990s into the early part of this decade. On August 25, 2009, the newly-renovated Holton Career and Resource Center opened its doors to serve as a one-stop community resource to the residents in Durham.

Residents of all ages have access to many programs, activities and events, offered by Durham Parks and Recreation. Grandparents enjoy the mature adults’ center; and parents participate in instructional classes and activities while youth hang out in the teen center and participate in activities. After-school programs, dance, sports, instructional classes and music are some of the additional activities available.

Durham Public Schools and Duke University will offer industry training for students, including industry certification and a wellness center, respectively.

W. E. Hunt Community CenterBY JULIA MEDER, ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT, HOLLY SPRINGS PARKS & RECREATION

For years, the W.E. Hunt Community Center has provided Holly Springs a home for leisure programs, fitness classes, after-school care, track-out and summer camps, a fitness center and athletics. In 1996, the former elementary school was purchased by the Town from the Wake County Public School System. With the help of a parks and recreation bond, the department opened its first facility. Since then, the building has needed numerous repairs to stay in operation.

After years of “patching the problems,” the Town Council approved construction for a new facility. With financial support from Capital Bank, $6.5 million dollars will now build a much-needed community center. The new facility will be built behind the existing center. When finished, the old building will be torn down and a parking lot paved in its place. The new building will be connected to the existing gymnasium, which will also see extensive renovations.

The 29,720 square foot building will include several classrooms, a game room, indoor running track, outdoor basketball courts and a fitness center. The Town is confident that the new facility will provide a home for programs far into the future. Construction is currently underway and the project is slated to be complete in 2011.

Cary Begins Construction On Downtown Arts CenterBY LEDA ISENHOUR, MARKETING SPECIALIST

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The French Broad River Greenway Extension is a 1.2-mile bicycle and pedestrian facility that transects city, county, state and private properties by way of 20 foot wide easements and right-of-way encroachments. It took the city over four years and $150,000 to assemble the right-of-way for the project. The trail has on-road and off-road sections and follows the north bank of the French Broad River, providing rich pastoral views of the historic Biltmore estate. A section of the trail runs through the middle of a privately-owned RV park and along the storefront of a river canoeing outfitter, which stands as a testament to the role greenways play in economic development.

The project defies the common notion of off-road greenway development. In addition to a typical asphalt trail that winds through grassy floodplain, the project includes a medley of new transportation infrastructure elements such as sidewalk, curb and gutter, road, pavement overlay and storm drainage, which were necessary to create a contiguous corridor. The off-road portion of the greenway hosts a sewer trunk line and a series of transmission line towers. Therefore, the paved greenway trail was specially designed to serve as an access road for maintenance vehicles. The $800,000 project was funded by the City and a grant from NCDOT.

Albemarle Begins Phase II Greenway Construction

The City of Albemarle announces the award of a $225,000 enhancement grant, administered through NCDOT and funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, to develop Phase II of the Roger F. Snyder Greenway project. This funding will provide for the construction of approximately 2,500 feet of new bike and walking trails through walkway improvements and conversion of a section of abandoned rail line to paved walkway with connections to the downtown area. The project was designed by Stewart Engineering of Charlotte. The general contractor is Pedulla Excavation, Paving and Grading of Mooresville.

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Preschoolers, romping in the playroom, and students, shooting hoops in the gym, probably never heard the term “joint-use.” But, Mecklenburg Park and Recreation recently opened another joint-use recreation facility in conjunction with a local school. Berewick Recreation Center and Berewick Elementary School share the building on the department’s land in Charlotte’s southwest suburbs.

The Berewick complex cost $1.6 million. “It would have probably cost more than twice as much for a school and a recreation center to be built on separate properties,” says Park and Recreation Director Jim Garges. The facilities also share a gym that is used by the school on weekdays and by the community on evenings and weekends.

Mecklenburg has three other recreation center-school combinations, plus a water park-school site. Some facilities are located on park and recreation property, others are on school sites with various cost-sharing agreements. The department also conducts recreation programs at seven school gyms and athletic complexes. At one high school, the department runs the indoor swimming pool for public use on weekends and in the summer months. “These joint-use agreements save taxpayers several million dollars, but that’s not the only reason we do them,” says Garges. “We want to provide more recreation for the community, especially for children. These agreements help us do that.”

Joint-Use Agreement Helps To Save Money, Expand RecreationBY MIKE COZZA, PUBLIC INFORMATION SPECIALIST, MECKLENBURG COUNTY PARK & RECREATION

“The Male’s Place” Community GardenBY PETER COOK, PARK OPERATIONS SUPERINTENDENT, MECKLENBURG COUNTY PARK & RECREATION

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation, in conjunction with NC State University’s Cooperative Extension Service, has partnered with various neighborhood groups to offer eight Urban Community Garden locations throughout the Charlotte area. The department, Mecklenburg County Health Department and Carolinas Health Care have partnered with neighborhood groups to offer gardening opportunities for males, ages of 10–24. In March 2009, a community garden for The Male’s Place was created at Fred Alexander Park in Mecklenburg County. Carolinas Health Care paid for the fencing supplies and the youth participated in the project by helping to build the fence and prepare the garden for the growing season. This garden is located in the community it serves and was extremely successful during its first year of operation.

As a designated “Fit Community,” Mecklenburg County is committed to promoting healthy living through diet management and physical activity, which is a benefit of community gardening. Many of the gardeners report a sense of emotional and mental well-being when they work in the garden as it lowers stress levels and increases their quality of life.

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New Triathlons Coming To Iredell CountyBY BENJI JONES, RACE DIRECTOR, SET UP EVENTS

On August 7-8, 2010, Iredell County Parks and Recreation will work with Set Up Events to host two triathlons at Stumpy Creek Park. The Stumpy Creek International Triathlon (1,500 meter swim, 24.3 mile bike, 10K run) will be held on Saturday, August 7, beginning at 7 am, followed by the Amica 19.7 Sprint Triathlon (750 meter swim, 16 mile bike, 5K run) on Sunday at 8 am. Participants can compete as individuals or as a relay team. Relay teams can be co-ed and consist of 2-3 participants, per team. Both events will benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s Team in Training and will feature an exciting atmosphere along with post race food and beverages. This is a wonderful opportunity to showcase a great facility! Stumpy Creek Park is a beautiful venue and is the perfect setting for these events.

For more information on these triathlons, visit online at: www.setupevents.com, under the Inside-Out Sports North Carolina Triathlon Series link, or by e-mailing Benji Jones at: [email protected]

Coach Kay Yow Court DedicationBY SONYA SNYDER, CENTER DIRECTOR, CARY PARKS, RECREATION & CULTURAL RESOURCES

“Cabins, Parks, And Pool, Oh My!”BY JANICE EAGLE, ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY, CABARRUS COUNTY PARKS

Camp T.N. Spencer Park is nestled within the quiet rural woods of northeastern Cabarrus County. This little known park has many amenities such as cabins and tent sites, but the pride of the area is the public swimming pool. A combined partnership with Cabarrus County and the Cabarrus County Boys and Girls Club has made it possible for the second year of operations for the renovated pool and bathouse. In June, July and August 2009, the pool accommodated a total of 15,476 visitors. With the pool opening, park attendance more than doubled to over 42,000 visitors/participants. Tent sites and cabins were booked to full capacity, during the summer months. Families in Cabarrus County enjoyed “staycations” by using park amenities, providing a lot of quality fun for everyone.

During FY 2008-09, the county parks realized an increase of 109,000 in park visitors/participants. Cabarrus County has made the commitment to provide its citizens with the best recreation opportunities possible and will continue to do so. Cabarrus County Parks, where FUN comes naturally!

On November 14, 2009, the Town of Cary honored the late Kay Yow, former resident and nationally-acclaimed NC State University women’s basketball coach, by dedicating the gymnasium court in her honor at the Herbert C. Young Community Center in downtown Cary. In December 2008, Yow served as the official tree lighter for the Town’s holiday tree lighting ceremony. At that time, the Town Council surprised her by announcing that the court would be officially named the Coach Kay Yow Court.

Community members were invited to dedicate the court, marking Coach Yow’s legacy. The ceremony included a celebration of her contributions to the community. Prior to the ceremony, Jenny Palmateer, former NC State basketball player and coach alumna joined many of Yow’s former players to host a free basketball clinic for 125 girls, ages 8-16.


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Disc Golf Comes To MorgantonBY DANIEL STINES

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The citizens of Morganton can now enjoy a new means of fun and entertainment …disc golf! Morganton Parks & Recreation recently opened an 18-hole championship disc golf course as part of an already remarkable regional park complex.

Catawba Meadows Disc Golf Course joins other park amenties including: a nine baseball/softball complex; two sand volleyball courts; a 3-shelter pavilion with restrooms; and several greenway extensions, all nestled around an outdoor festival venue. This Professional Disc Golf Association course was made possible with the help of local Boy Scout Troop #199, Innova Disc Golf and the City of Morganton. The scenic course includes natural tees with 15 alternate tees, offering a total playing distance of 6,600 feet. Disc golfers can enjoy lots of shade on the course with the giant white pines and birch trees along Cascade Creek. After the round, players can enjoy a stroll along the beautiful greenway, enjoy a picnic or other park activities. We invite you to visit our parks and enjoy the splendor of “nature’s playground.”

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Summer Crew …A Continued Success!BY JULIA MEDER

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

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Once again, parents are rushing to find camps for their children and parents of teens are stuck between a rock and a hard place. Teens have usually aged out of local summer camp programs and are still not old enough for a job. In 2007, the Town of Holly Springs, created a solution, the Summer Work Crew. Each summer, youth, ages 14-16, are given an opportunity to apply for this program. The applications are reviewed and the teens are interviewed. Ultimately, only 24 crew members are selected. In 2009, over 104 teens applied, making the application process extremely competitive.

The crew spends each week, working on projects throughout the town such as park maintenance, erosion control, landscaping, building trails and painting. This program teaches them job skills, instills work ethics, promotes teamwork, and develops leadership skills. Crew members are paid an hourly wage for their work. The crew works hard Monday through Thursday, but Fridays are reserved for fun educational field trips to local museums, aquariums and more.

As the Summer Work Crew’s popularity increases, Holly Springs enjoys the benefits of extra help while teens are provided a chance to grow and gain experience.


The Arts

A New RoadBY ANDI DEES, CERAMIC ARTS SPECIALIST & ROBBIE STONE, FACILITY SUPERVISOR

CARY PARKS, RECREATION & CULTURAL RESOURCES

North Carolina was once known as “Tobacco Road,” but times have changed. The once ever-present cigarette vending machine has all but disappeared. However, at Jordan Hall Arts Center in Cary patrons can still be found, depositing money into a vintage cigarette vending machine. Instead of vending cigarettes, patrons receive a one of a kind piece of miniature art!

The inspiration for reusing the old vending machines came from artist Clark Whittington. In 1997, Whittington used a recently-banned cigarette machine to vend his black and white photographs in Winston-Salem. He called his creation an Art-o-mat®. Today, Art-o-mats® can be found all over the United States and overseas, vending art work from across the globe!

Staff at Jordan Hall Arts Center will soon be sending their Art-o-mat® on a tour of other town facilities. The culmination of its journey will be the Art-o-mat® installation at the new Cary Community Arts Center, scheduled to open in June 2011. The Art-o-mat® reaches its final destination on its 10th anniversary in Cary.

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Fundraising for “Fun for All” PlaygroundBY LAURIE THORE, MARKETING DIRECTOR, GREENSBORO PARKS & RECREATION

The “Fun for All” handicap accessible playground at Hagan-Stone Park will soon become a reality! Last fall, a fundraising dinner was held at Forest Oaks Country Club to help construct a playground for the enjoyment of all children. “The event was a tremendous success,” says Steve Branson, regional parks superintendent. “That night, we raised over $3,000 for the playground and checks are still coming in from the golf tournament,” he adds.

To date, the “Fun for All” committee has raised over $109,000 for the project through special events, grants and donations. “Our goal is to raise $160,000 to purchase the accessible play equipment and make improvements in the surrounding park area such as paving, sidewalks and restroom renovations,” says Branson.

Hagan-Stone Park is owned by Guilford County and operated by Greensboro Parks & Recreation. Over the next three years, the Guilford County Commission has approved $1 million dollars for improvements at the park, which will include the completion of the playground. For more information, visit online at: www.haganstonepark.com, and click on the “Fun for All Playground” link.

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Service Learning Partnerships Can Help Fund Program EvaluationsBY ANNE MARX, ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, ELON UNIVERSITY

Program evaluation is known to be important for many reasons. Evaluations are used for funding purposes, organization development, or to assess internal operational problems. Despite the benefits of program evaluation, they are often neglected due to financial and personnel limitations. Partnering with university recreation and sport management programs can facilitate program research interests.

Leisure and Sport Management (LSM) students enrolled in a research methods class at Elon University have formed partnerships with community organizations in order to complete program evaluations. This experiential education approach is provided by the professor and community practitioners, working together with students to address research needs.

Class goals encourage students to develop analytical and communication skills, including: • Familiarity with methods of ensuring the well-being of human subjects • Developing effective surveys to acquire relevant information • Demonstrating appropriate selection of data acquisition, data analysis, and data presentation formats • Developing independent self-directed learning • Showing evidence of scholarly writing skills • Demonstrating active listening skills

These types of service learning partnerships can enable organizations to complete a variety of programmatic research projects. Program evaluations can significantly improve management functions and organizational effectiveness.


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TR Section Hosts Annual Conference!BY KIM EPLEY, TR SECTION CONFERENCE CHAIR

On March 1–3, the TR Section hosted an outstanding conference at the Wilmington Hilton Riverside. This year’s theme was Therapeutic Recreation; Life’s a Beach…We Make it Better. The conference started with a motivational keynote speech, given by Paralympics Silver medalist John Register on “Hurdling Adversity.” That evening, conference attendees enjoyed a Ghost/Hollywood walking tour of Wilmington. Tuesday’s sessions started out with an inspirational keynote speech by Special Olympics’ A’Lissa Tello (area coordinator) and Natalie Robins (athlete). At the luncheon awards banquet, participants found out who won the “bidding wars” for the silent auction items.

Awards were given to: Individual TR service – Teresa Williams; Best Student Intern – Renee Williams Creech; Innovative New Program – The Teambuilding Apprenticeship/ Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department Therapeutic Recreation Section; Distinguished TR Department – Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department Therapeutic Recreation Section; Best TR Instructor – Dr. Linda Buettner; Research Grant – Laura E. Harkins; Student Scholarships – Beverly Maurice and Gabrielle Hukill; and the spirit banner – Murdoch Developmental Center. The social, hosted by UNCW, was a Bar Crawl/Scavenger Hunt, but the weather did not cooperate. On the final day of the conference, great breakout sessions continued, followed by a closing luncheon.

I would like to thank the TR Conference Planning Committee for all of their hard work, as well as lining up the great presenters for 21 breakout sessions. In addition, the students from UNCW were outstanding hosts. We are already looking forward to next year’s conference.

NCRPA Goes To WashingtonBY MIKE WATERS, NCRPA EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

On March 16–20, NCRPA participated in this year’s NRPA Legislative Forum in Washington, DC. Our delegation met with all of the North Carolina representatives and both senators to discuss a variety of important park and recreation issues. This year’s priorities include advocacy for an increase in LWCF funding, a request to appropriate at least $30 million for health and wellness programs to the Center for Disease Control, funding Community Block Grant programs at $4.2 billion for fiscal year 2010 and increased funding for the reauthorization of the Surface Transportation Program, especially in the area of enhancement funds.

NRPA also held its annual congressional awards ceremony on Capitol Hill to honor legislators for their hard work in support of parks and recreation. This year, our state was honored to have two award winners: Senator Richard Burr and Congressman David Price. Both of these legislators have been strong advocates for LWCF and have led efforts to increase funding for this program in both the Senate and the House.

During one of the briefing sessions, I was reminded that our local park and recreation departments were one of, if not the largest, employers of part-time individuals across the nation. Parks and recreation continues to be a vital and important service to our citizens, and as professionals we need to promote and advocate more than ever.

A special thanks to all the NCRPA members who made the trip to Capitol Hill, especially in light of the very tight economic times.

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On June 1, Cary Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources Director Mary Henderson will retire with more than 30 years of public service.

Henderson joined the town in 1981 and became director in 1995. She led the agency to national accreditation and grew the community’s facilities and services to include the USA Baseball National Training Complex, Cary Tennis Park, Booth Amphitheater, three community centers, eight parks and 24 miles of greenway.

♦Congratulations to Director

Neal Lewis, New Hanover County Parks & Recreation, on his retirement on March 23 after 16 years with the agency.

♦Foster Hughes has accepted

the position of parks and recreation director in Conway, South Carolina. Previously, Hughes was the director in Harrisburg and Asheboro. He has been in the parks and recreation profession for 21 years. Come and visit Foster on your next trip to the South Carolina coast!

♦Jordan Phillips has joined the

staff of Wilson Parks & Recreation as recreation center coordinator. Previously, Phillips served as the athletic coordinator for Southern Pines Recreation & Parks.

Sonya Shaw, Jack Baldwin and Nicole Metelsky have recently completed the requirements set by NRPA to become Certified Parks and Recreation Professionals. Shaw is the director of Garner Parks & Recreation. Jack is currently employed as a recreation center supervisor with Garner, where he has been employed since 1997. Metelsky has been employed as a recreation support specialist with the Garner since 2008.

♦On January 1, Alice Powell

retired from the Harnett County Parks and Recreation after 31 years of service. Powell was director for 29 years. She was honored with “The Order of the Long Leaf Pine” on February 15. Carl Davis has been named as the new director.

♦Sonya

Snyder, Herbert C. Young Community Center supervisor, Cary Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department,

was recently selected as the Cary’s 2009 Co-Employee of the Year. Snyder was selected out of six finalists from a field of 18 nominees from the Town’s nearly 1,150 employees.

♦On June 1, Jackie Twisdale, adult

athletic director, Raleigh Parks & Recreation, will retire after 34 years of service. Congratulations, Jackie!

Dan Sullivan has left his position as director of Locust Parks & Recreation to become director of Harrisburg Parks & Recreation.

♦North Carolina Adult Soccer Association recognized Athletics Program Supervisor Mark Halstead, Asheville

Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, with the NCASA Recreation & Parks award for his work with the fast-growing Asheville Buncombe Adult Soccer Association and making a concerted effort to work with the soccer community to assure adequate fi eld use.

♦Ruben Wall has accepted the

position of director with Goldsboro Parks & Recreation. Previously, Wall was the assistant director of recreation with Durham Parks & Recreation.

♦Susan M. Hatchell, FASLA, and David Owens, ASLA of Susan Hatchell Landscape Architecture, PLLC in Raleigh, have achieved LEED AP accreditation. The fi rm is committed to sustainable design practices in site design and planting, and is working on numerous projects, designed to sustainable standards and seeking LEED certifi cation.


“HAPPENINGS” IN ECU’S RCLS DEPARTMENTBY DEB JORDAN, PROFESSOR AND CHAIR,

ECU RECREATION AND LEISURE STUDIES

During this upcoming year, the Recreation and Leisure Studies Department at ECU will be preparing for an accreditation visit. While last summer resulted in a successful statewide review of the Recreation Therapy program, future efforts will be geared toward a national review of the Recreation and Park Management program. ECU faculty will be in contact with alumni and practitioners to serve as advisory panelists as the review is undertaken. We welcome all input! In addition to program review, the department welcomes Dr. Kindal Shores as the new Director of Graduate Studies. Dr. Shores replaces Dr. Hans Vogelsong, who is now the director of the PhD program in Coastal Resources Management. We are proud of our recent award winners in the department: Donna Mooneyham was named the 2009 College of Health and Human Performance Outstanding Alumna; Dr. Shores was named the 2009 HHP Outstanding Teacher/Scholar; and two students, Jill Naar and Whitney Knollenburg, received national awards at the 2009 NRPA Congress.

For more information, regarding the Recreation and Leisure Studies program at ECU, please e-mail us at: [email protected]

STATE PARKS REPORT RECORD ATTENDANCE IN 2009BY DON REUTER, ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, NC DIVISION OF PARKS AND RECREATION

In 2009, North Carolin State Parks reported a record attendance of 14.16 million visitors, which is an increase of 13 percent over the previous year, and up 5 percent from the previous record set in 2007, according to the NC Division of Parks and Recreation.

Over the past 25 years, the state parks system has seen a dramatic 238 percent increase in visitation. In 1984, 5.9 million people visited state parks and state recreation areas. “It’s obvious North Carolinians and visitors to our state recognize the tremendous value our state parks offer in terms of affordable family experiences and respite from a difficult economy,” said Governor Bev Perdue.

The state parks system manages more than 208,000 acres, including 34 state parks, four state recreation areas and a system of state natural areas, dedicated to natural resource protection. A 2008 economic study revealed the state parks system has an annual economic impact of more than $400 million, much of it in direct contributions to local tourism economies.

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“MAIN STREET CHRISTMAS” …A HOLIDAY FAVORITEBY JULIA MEDER, ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT, HOLLY SPRINGS PARKS & RECREATION

Last December, the Town of Holly Springs enjoyed the holiday season in its downtown with the “Main Street Christmas” event. This annual event takes place the night before the Town’s Christmas parade. “We love this event. It’s become a part of our family’s holiday traditions,” said resident Mallory Riggs. Joining with Town administration, local business and churches, the community was provided a night of seasonal entertainment, cookies, hot chocolate, s’mores, a hayride, stories with Mrs. Claus, and a visit from Santa. The event concluded with the lighting of the Town Christmas tree by Santa and Mayor Dick Sears.

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One of my favorite days of the year is coming up this fall. When the weather starts to change and football games start to take over the weekends, it means one

thing—the State Fair bus trip. Now, I’m not a State Fair fanatic by any means. Yeah, I like the food, games and watching people, but the trip to the fair meant one thing to me—I got to spend the day with two of my favorite people: Mr. Wade Maynard and Mr. Charlie Pender, both retirees from our recreation department. Sadly, that is not going to happen this year. You see, Mr. Wade and Mr. Charlie left us last fall. Both men died from various forms of cancer and we miss them already.

Wade and Mr. Charlie were extraordinary men in their own ways. Wade, who ran the health center for close to 40 years, was legally blind, but lived a very independent life. Mr. Charlie, who worked in the parks division and ran the gym after retirement, was old school and grew up in a world that, frankly, I have a hard time relating to. Wade walked everywhere he went, loved his Duke Blue Devils to a fault, and drank nothing but Budweiser at his usual hangouts around town. Mr. Charlie always had a new truck to ride in, strolled when he walked like the coolest man you had ever seen and was a deacon at his church. Wade gave and took so much grief from the members in the health center I used to wonder why he kept working. Come to find out, he was the health center. Mr. Charlie ran the gym until late in his life. I used to worry if something broke out would he be able to handle it. Turns out, he could. He would turn the lights off, tell everybody to go home and they would leave. He had that much respect.

Now, if you haven’t figured it out, Wade was white and Mr. Charlie was black. Not that it mattered, but it did lead to some great stories around closing time when the two were working. They would try to outdo each other. Both had stories about being poor. Mr. Charlie picked cotton growing up. Wade wrestled in high school even though he couldn’t see who he was wrestling. Mr. Charlie knew where the good moonshine used to be in Wilson County. Wade was convinced that the

referee always cheated if Duke lost. Mr. Charlie always lit up his yard with decorations and lights for Christmas. Wade could and would give directions to whoever was driving even though he had never driven a car himself. Mr. Charlie loved Bojangles. Wade was a Beef Mastor man.

I loved those guys. I’m just glad I had the sense to take some time and listen to them. Yeah, some of those stories might have been embellished a little. But who cares? Those two men watched our country and our city grow and change forever from two totally different perspectives. That’s history. Real Wilson history. They both knew where they had come from and had reason to be proud of where they were going. My grandfather always said it was best to just listen to someone twice your age and you might slip up and learn something.

Even though I probably had more formal education than both of them together, I sure did learn a lot from them. It never was about who they knew, or how much money they had, or who they could call if they needed to. They were about working hard, walking tall, and handling their business to the best of their abilities. My generation could learn a thing or two about that.

Hopefully, one day when I get where I’m going after this lifetime, they will be waiting for me. And, I’ll have some stories of my own to share.

When I Get Where I’m GoingBY DAVID LEE, DIRECTOR, WILSON PARKS AND RECREATION


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