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06 From the PresidentCalendar of Events

07 NCRPA Board of Directors

09 NCRPA Profile

Cary Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources

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15 Fundraising in P&R

16-18 Association News

19 People in the News

20 The Short Side

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22 Advertiser Index

A publication of the North CarolinaRecreation & Park AssociationVol. 62, No. 1 • Spring 2008

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MARCH 11-14NRPA Mid-Year Meeting

& Legislative Forum

Washington, DC

Contact: Mike Waters

(919) 832-5868

[email protected]

MARCH 17-18Therapeutic Recreation Section

Annual Conference

Hickory, NC

Contact: Teresa Williams

(919) 448-1586

[email protected]

APRIL 23NCRPA

Board of Directors Meeting

Chapel Hill, NC

Contact: Irby Brinson

(828) 684-2113

[email protected]

MAY 2NC Recreation & Park

Scholarship Foundation Meeting-

Location: TBA

Contact: Tom Wells

(919) 234-9426

[email protected]

I am honored and humbled to be your 64th president of the North Carolina Recreation & Park Association. When I look back on the outstanding professionals who have served in this offi ce, I am a little bit in awe and feel somewhat inadequate. My goal is to work with all members of our Association to make it better and to build upon the great leadership of the past. It is my hope, as I stated in Charleston back in August, to “raise the bar” for our profession. It is our intent to work on a number of initiatives through the Board of Directors to raise the awareness of the importance of parks and recreation to the citizens and visitors we serve.

We had an outstanding retreat in January and generated a number of great ideas that will assist us in reaching these goals. These initiatives include exploring the economic impact of our profession that will be statewide in scope. This tool can be a valuable resource in assisting agencies in sharing the economic value of what we do and to educate our elected offi cials

that we are a necessary service. In addition, we will begin exploring opportunities to assist departments with becoming accredited through the Commission on Accreditation of Parks and Recreation Agencies. The third and fi nal imitative will be to develop a stronger advocacy role for the Association and to assist local parks and recreation agencies in developing strong advocacy groups to assist their local advisory boards and commissions.

Upon leaving the City of Asheville after 31 years this past year, I now have an opportunity to continue service to our profession. With more time on my hands, I hope to be a greater resource to you, our membership, in assisting with “raising the bar” for our profession.

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Greensboro, NC

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Charlotte, NC

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North Carolina Recreation & Park Association2008 Board of Directors

Executive CommitteeIrby Brinson, President, Arden, NCAllen Oliver, 1st Vice President, High Point Parks & RecreationDavid Lee, 2nd Vice President, Wilson Parks & RecreationSusan Jenkins, Secretary, Clayton Parks & RecreationRoderick Simmons, Treasurer, Asheville Parks & RecreationNeal Lewis, Past President, New Hanover County ParksMike Waters, Executive Director, NC Recreation & Park Association

NRPA South Regional RepresentativesLarry Bailey, Clayton Parks & RecreationCandice Bruton, Greensboro Parks & RecreationErma Deen Hoyle, Lincoln County RecreationKeith Jenkins, Cary Parks, Recreation & Cultural ResourcesButch Kisiah, Chapel Hill Parks & RecreationDan Maxson, Greensboro Parks & RecreationMorry Watkins, Brunswick County Parks & Recreation Advisory CommissionLisa Wolff, Burlington Parks & Recreation

Region ChairsRegion 1 ~ Warren Mitchell, Tarboro Parks & RecreationRegion 2 ~ Mark Seymour, Craven County Recreation & ParksRegion 3 ~ Julie Strickland, Columbus County Parks & RecreationRegion 4 ~ Chris Duty, Cary Parks, Recreation & Cultural ResourcesRegion 5 ~ Kim Porter, Greensboro Parks & RecreationRegion 6 ~ John Torian, Winston-Salem Recreation & ParksRegion 7 ~ Becky Tolle, Kannapolis Parks & RecreationRegion 8 ~ Steve Jones, Hickory Parks & RecreationRegion 9 ~ LuAnn Bryan, Recreation Resources Service

Section ChairsAdministration ~ Lee Tillery, Matthews Parks, Recreation & Cultural ResourcesAthletics ~ Braxton Patterson, Wilson Parks & RecreationCBM ~ Larry Huelsman, Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation CommissionEducation ~ Stephanie West, Appalachian State UniversityPark Services ~ John Hill, Person County Recreation, Arts & ParksPrograms ~ Steve White, Raleigh Parks & RecreationTherapeutic ~ Randy Shaw, Asheville Parks & Recreation

Standing Committee ChairsCitations & Awards ~ Phil McKnelly, National Association of State Park DirectorsConference Selection ~ Keith Jenkins, Cary Parks, Recreation & Cultural ResourcesFinance ~ Roderick Simmons, Asheville Parks & RecreationLegislative ~ Larry Bailey, Clayton Parks & RecreationMarketing ~ Laurie Thore, Greensboro Parks & RecreationMembership ~ Londa Strong, Cabarrus County ParksProcedures ~ Larry Philpott, Fayetteville, NCProfessional Development ~ Sam Trogdon, Cary Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources

Ad-Hoc Committee ChairsAnnual Conference ~ Jim Garges, Mecklenburg County Park & RecreationAnnual Conference ~ Greg Jackson, Mecklenburg County Park & RecreationEndowment for Parks & Recreation ~ Mac Sligh, Onslow County Parks & RecreationEndowment for Parks & Recreation ~ Kathy White, Tobaccoville, NCNominations & Elections ~ Neal Lewis, New Hanover County Parks

Agency LiaisonsNC Association of Senior Citizens Clubs ~ Mary Brymer-Chanza, Fayetteville-Cumberland Parks & RecreationNC Senior Games ~ Lee Perry, Manteo, NCNCDENR ~ Lewis Ledford, NC Division of Parks & RecreationRecreation Resources Service ~ Pete Armstrong, Raleigh, NC

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Let your senses guide you around Cary – home of unforgettable cultural and recreational experiences! It’s

no wonder that Money magazine has frequently ranked Cary as one of the Best Places to Live in the country. In fact, Cary consistently makes the honor roll among the nation’s top cities, being frequently recognized as one of the Safest Places to Live in America, Best Places to Retire and the Best Places to Raise a Family in the United States.

Cary Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources was nationally accredited in 2003 and was recently reviewed for re-accreditation. Accreditation establishes an effective method for staff to regularly review planning and operating practices, policies, and procedures in that the department must re-certify every fi ve years. Cary provides a variety of enjoyable and economical recreation, sports, environmental, historical and cultural arts programs and services.

The Town of Cary is committed to offering services to enhance the quality of life for all citizens and has been recognized as a “Fit Community” by Fit Together, a partnership of the North Carolina Health and Wellness Trust Fund and Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC. Cary offers a system of greenway trails, totaling more than 34 miles. This popular recreational amenity is used by citizens for walking, jogging and bicycling in a natural setting. The greenways link neighborhoods to parks, schools and shopping areas. In addition, in the fall of 2007, Cary implemented a Fitness Flex pass that allows the most fl exibility in accessing aerobic, conditioning and cardio activities. Participants now have the option to exercise at any town community center with one pass!

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Cary – Small Town Atmosphere with Outstanding ServicesBY LEDA ISENHOUR, MARKETING SPECIALIST, CARY PARKS, RECREATION & CULTURAL RESOURCES

Cary has more than 22 parks and 13 special-use and staffed facilities. Bond Park, Cary’s largest park at 280 acres, is centrally located and the hub of our greenway system. It includes a 42-acre lake with fi shing, kayaking, canoeing and small sailboats, sure to please any type of outdoor appetite. In south Cary, the Stevens Nature Center is located within the 136-acre Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve and includes classrooms, a gift shop, and exhibits, all designed to educate citizens on the uniqueness and natural history of the area.

The Town of Cary is also home to several fi rst-class athletic facilities, including the 30-court Cary Tennis Park (awarded the U.S.T.A. Outstanding Facility award in 2006) and WakeMed Soccer Park, home of the state’s highest level of professional soccer, the Carolina RailHawks. In 2007, the Town completed construction on the USA Baseball National Training Complex. This 20-acre complex consists of three training fi elds and a signature stadium fi eld with seating for 2,000. The complex will be the offi cial training center for the best youth baseball talent in the USA.

In 2001, Cary completed the Koka Booth Amphitheatre. Located adjacent to beautiful Lake Symphony, this outdoor venue has a capacity for more than 7,000, and is the summer home to the North Carolina Symphony. In the fall, the amphitheatre supplies the perfect setting for the Diwali Indian Festival of Lights. During the winter, Cary celebrates the holidays in grand style with the “Heart of the Holidays Celebration,” as well as Booth Amphitheatre’s Tinsel Town, with its outdoor ice skating rink. The highlight of the year is the Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival, the highest-ranked, one-

day festival in the country by Sunshine Artist magazine, 2007, held each year on the fourth Saturday of August. Kwanzaa brings a communal, cultural experience that honors African-Americans and their heritage. The award-winning Applause! Cary Youth Theatre showcases some of Cary’s most talented youth year-round. Unlimited attractions provide endless possibilities.

These are just a few aspects that make the Town of Cary such a great place to live and play. With an exciting future ahead, the Cary Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department maintains its small-town atmosphere, while providing its citizens with outstanding services and a commendable quality of life.


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Pharr Mill Road Park is the newest edition for the Cabarrus County Parks Department. This 37-acre park was dedicated to the public October 10th, with more than 125 residents in attendance. The land for this park was given to the County by Landcraft as they started the development of a 300-home subdivision. The park was built with a $250,000 PARTF Grant and a $250,000 LWCF Grant.

Park amenities include: boardwalk trails, walking and biking trails, volleyball courts, horseshoe pits, a playground, pond with pier, picnic shelters, individual picnic sites, and a combination restroom/vending/shelter building. There is walking access to the Canterfi eld subdivision, located adjacent to the park.

There is historical signifi cance in that one of the oldest cemeteries in Cabarrus County is located within the park boundaries. Rocky River Presbyterian Church owns the cemetery and restored it while the park was being built. This joint ventures outlines the early years of Cabarrus County history.

The Parks Department currently operates four parks, totaling 447 acres. The cities of Concord and Kannapolis each operate one park, built by Cabarrus County as well. The County owns another 50-acre tract and has $1 million budgeted for land acquisition this fi scal year, the fi rst money ever budgeted to purchase park land.

On Veterans Day, November 11, 2007, the City of Rocky Mount dedicated the Veterans Memorial at Jack Laughery Park. The dedication ceremony was attended by more than 2,000 residents and guests. This project was the result of yet another successful public-private venture for the City of Rocky Mount. The park was named for the late Jack Laughery, former CEO of Hardee’s Food Systems. The park property was once the site of the fi rst Hardee’s franchise. In recent years, the historic restaurant had fallen into great disrepair, creating a visual obstruction at one of the key gateways to the city’s downtown district.

The memorial was carefully planned, so that visitors would fi nd signifi cance in every aspect, from the choice of building materials to the layout of the park itself. The memorial consists of a circular plaza, a fountain, and a curved row of monolithic granite columns and beams. Many citizens purchased brick pavers in honor or memory of loved ones. Granite stones set in the plaza are carved with memorials for each of America’s major military confl icts, surrounded by brick pavers with the names of all Rocky Mount area military service men and women who have lost their lives.

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is building its fi rst fully “accessible playground,” an all-inclusive play area without barriers, especially designed for children of all abilities. The playground will sport a NASCAR theme. The design features a “racetrack” to lead youngsters through play spaces for various skill and development levels. The President of Lowe’s Motor Speedway, H.A. “Humpy” Wheeler, is honorary chairman of the fundraising campaign, expected to net more than $250,000 in private donations for the project, which is being built on fi ve acres in Nevin Park in northwest Charlotte. About 220 children, some in wheelchairs, attended a “Design Day” to offer ideas for the playground. Many sought race car replicas to play in. The playground planner said many of their ideas will be incorporated. The accessible playground is scheduled to open in May to help kick off NASCAR “Race Week” in Charlotte. “This will truly be a place where all of our children can play,” said Karla Gray, Mecklenburg’s manager of Therapeutic Recreation (TR). “TR professionals have dreamed of such a project for years to serve children with disabilities. We are very excited about it.”

Youngsters at “Design Day” show their ideas for the “accessible playground” to Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation staff.


Pharr Mill Road Park OpensBY LONDA STRONG, DIRECTOR, CABARRUS COUNTY PARKS

City of Rocky Mount Honors Veterans with Memorial ParkBY MEGAN HANKS, PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER AND DALE SMITH, DIRECTOR, PARKS AND RECREATION

“Accessible” Playground in Mecklenburg Designed with Help from KidsBY MIKE COZZA, PUBLIC INFORMATION SPECIALIST, MECKLENBURG COUNTY PARK AND RECREATION

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Construction of Town Park UnderwayBY TERRY LANNON, DIRECTOR, OAK RIDGE PARKS & RECREATION

Construction of the Town of Oak Ridge’s Town Park began in October 2007. The 68-acre park, which will be partially funded through a $500,000 PARTF Grant, is due to open in July 2008. The major components of Phase I construction are two 300-foot softball fi elds, two football/soccer fi elds, a playground, walking trails, the enlargement of the pond that currently exists on the property, and all site furnishings. Phase II will include lighting the four athletic fi elds, and constructing a concession stand/restroom facility as well as two picnic shelters. Oak Ridge, a new member of NCRPA in 2007, is located in northwest Guilford County.

Old Primary Center Gets New LifeBY ROB SMITH,

RECREATION PROGRAM MANAGER,

GARNER PARKS AND RECREATION

The Town of Garner is renovating another section of the old Garner school campus and adding much-needed indoor recreational programming space. The Avery Street Recreation Center Annex will be the third building on the site to get a facelift and new life. Previously, the Town has renovated the gymnasium to create the Avery Street Recreation Center and expanded the Garner Historic Auditorium.

The former elementary school building had become a storage site for the school system. After negotiating a lease return for three classrooms, restrooms and offi ce, the Town began updating the facility last October. The project includes accessibility improvements, new restrooms, paint, carpet and the replacement of window units with central air conditioning.

The primary focus of the Annex will be preschool and youth programs. It will become the home for camp and after school activities. During the day, preschool art and movement classes are anticipated, as well as programs for tracked-out students. With more than 2,500 square feet of space, there is a plethora of possibilities. The completed project will, once again, provide children of the community an opportunity to learn and play in the building. The grand opening is planned for late winter.

East Durham Park Gets a New PlaygroundBY BETH S. TIMSON, ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF PARK PLANNING & EDUCATION,

DURHAM PARKS & RECREATION

Durham Parks and Recreation worked with Cunningham Associates in Charlotte on installing a new playground with GameTime equipment in East Durham Park. What makes this playground more exciting than usual is that GameTime senior staff offered to let the City install some of the company’s newest play equipment, at a discounted price, in return for our agreeing to furnish children for a photo shoot session. The children from Y.E. Smith Elementary School, across the street from the park, romped and played and posed for pictures that will be featured in the winter catalogue for the manufacturer.


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BY PHIL FLEISCHMANN, ASSISTANT ATHLETICS DIRECTOR,

GREENSBORO PARKS & RECREATION

Last fall, Greensboro Parks & Recreation’s fi rst adult kickball program “kicked off” at the West Market Street ballfi elds! Promoted through the Department’s website, newspaper write-ups, and through existing customer databases, the co-ed league was comprised of six teams of 20-24 players each. Because kickball is a non-traditional sport that has not been offered in Greensboro before, teams formed in unique ways – both through affi liation with other organizations, such as a group of school teachers from an area school, and through individual interest fi elded in the Athletics offi ce. League players ranged in age from 16 to “40 and holding,” and enjoyed 10 games and a lively double elimination tournament in mid-October to fi nish the season. Because of the popularity of the kickball program, the Department plans to offer adult kickball leagues again this spring. A kickball task force will involve interested players in revising the rules and by-laws in advance of the spring season.

The growth in the popularity of non-traditional adult sports, such as kickball, has become a national trend as adults seek less-structured ways to get active and socialize. Other unconventional adult sports, offered by the Department, directly or through partnership with other groups, include: fl ag football, dodgeball, rugby, lacrosse, ultimate Frisbee and women’s fi eld hockey.

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Ask RRSBY STEVE MOLER, CONSULTANT, RECREATION RESOURCES SERVICE

Q. Should umpires and referees, used to offi ciate games for our departments, be classifi ed as employees, or contractors?A. EMPLOYEE: Parks and recreation departments hire umpires to offi ciate at youth baseball league games. Recreation supervisor

recruits offi cials each year, passes out rule books, uniforms and goes over the rules. The supervisor sets the game schedule and who will be working which game. Each umpire works a few hours a week, during the season, gets paid per hour and a W-2 form issued at tax time.

B. CONTRACTOR: As an alternative to the example above, you should develop guidelines that give offi cials more freedom and control in how they referee a game. They receive a fi xed fee, per game, and are allowed to select which games they will referee. The offi cials should be hired through an agency, which has credentials and references. The agency certifi es that the offi cials know all of the new rules. The agency fi nds a qualifi ed substitute, if an offi cial cannot make a game. Also, the offi cials would furnish their own rulebooks, uniforms and necessary equipment. The agency would issue a Form 1099 at tax time.

BY ADRIENNE MCCOIG, EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO DIRECTOR, NC DIVISION OF PARKS & RECREATION

The NC Division of Parks and Recreation is accepting applications for the fi rst 300 North Carolina State Parks license plates. In addition to supporting our Naturally Wonderful State Parks System by displaying this license plate, a portion of the sale will benefi t the Parks and Recreation and the Natural Heritage trust funds. The Parks Division must receive a minimum of 300 applications with payment in advance, prior to submitting them to the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).

Once DMV receives the initial order, processing and delivery of the new plates should occur within 90 days. After receiving the minimum 300 applications, plates will be produced and mailed directly from DMV. Applications are available online at: http://www.ncparks.gov/News/special/license_plate.php

If you have any questions, please contact Adrienne McCoig at: [email protected], or call (919) 715-8710.

License Plate to Benefit Parks & Recreation Trust Fund

RRS Recommendation: If you still have a question about “employee vs. contractor,” contact your city or county fi nance offi cer, the NC League for Municipalities, or the Association of County Commissioners. Information provided for this article was prepared by the NC League of Municipalities.


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Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina announced a $180,000/three-year sponsorship for youth athletics in Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation. The money will provide scholarships to help more youth from low-income communities participate. It will also pay for special training for coaches, as well as for uniforms, supplies and athletic equipment.

The sponsorship will support football, basketball, baseball, soccer and other sports. More than 4,500 youths play sports, organized by Mecklenburg Park and Recreation. This sponsorship will expand that number. As two dozen youngsters, ages 7-8, from teams organized in recreation centers, played an exhibition football game to celebrate the sponsorship, offi cials of the county and the insurance company toasted each other with ceremonial blue punch.

“This sponsorship represents corporate leadership,” said Mecklenburg Park and Recreation Director Jim Garges. “We hope it serves as an example to other corporations about the need to participate to make this a better community.” Steve Crist, Charlotte executive for Blue Cross Blue Shield, said “We make it a priority to promote and encourage healthy, active lifestyles, particularly for young people.” Crist said his company wants to take on childhood obesity, and organized sports is a good way to do that.

Mecklenburg Park and Recreation Director Jim Garges, County Commission Chairman Jennifer Roberts, and Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina executive, Steve Crist, toast the sponsorship with blue punch.

Members of the Amay James Recreation Center Mustangs play football in their new uniforms, paid for by the sponsorship.

Corporate Sponsorship Helps More Youngsters Play for Better HealthBY MIKE COZZA, PUBLIC INFORMATION SPECIALIST,

MECKLENBURG COUNTY PARK AND RECREATION

BY LAURIE THORE, MARKETING DIRECTOR, GREENSBORO PARKS & RECREATION

Greensboro Beautiful Kicks Off Public Fundraising Campaign for Gateway Gardens

Last fall, Greensboro Beautiful leaders joined City Beautiful staff, dignitaries and citizens to break ground on the new Gateway Gardens. Gateway Gardens promises to be one of the premiere gardens in the southeast United States. “Greensboro Beautiful is spearheading a $5 million campaign to build the gardens,” says Kathy Cates, City Beautiful Director. To date, more than $2.7 million has been pledged toward the project, and a public fundraising campaign has already kicked off.

Gateway Gardens is the largest single project ever undertaken in Greensboro Beautiful’s 40-year history. Spanning 11 acres, the project encompasses a series of gardens, including a Children’s Garden and Showcase Garden, along with a unique Japanese Garden. In addition, the Heritage Garden promises to be a lasting monument to Greensboro’s rich 200-year

history. Once completed, the gardens will welcome visitors to Greensboro with an impressive 35-foot water sculpture and sculptured gates at the main entrance. Adjacent to the Gateway Gardens is the Gateway University Research Park, which is currently under construction by NC A&T State University and UNC Greensboro. Another “neighbor” is Barber Park, less than one mile from the gardens.

To learn more about Gateway Gardens, we invite you to view an informative video on Greensboro Beautiful’s website: www.greensborobeautiful.org/Gateway.htm


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Reflections from 2007 & Looking Ahead to 2008BY MIKE WATERS, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, NCRPA

I don’t know about you, but it seems to me that each year passes quicker than the last and 2007 was no exception. One day, we were at the January Board Retreat, discussing restructuring and the next day, we were in High Point, having our last Board meeting of the year.

Under the leadership of our 2007 President Neil Lewis and ad hoc committee chair Lindsey Dunevant, past discussions on restructuring got on the “fast track” and took shape in time for the 2008 elections. Speaking of elections, Past President Jan Parker met the challenge of getting an outstanding slate together in record time due to the early date of this year’s joint conference, held in Charleston with our fellow professionals from South Carolina. As usual, our friends from south of the border did not let us down and delegates were treated to outstanding educational sessions and entertaining social events. While the annual conference is always our premier educational event of the year, let’s not overlook the many excellent workshops and forums planned and presented by regions and divisions (now sections) throughout the year. We also continued our efforts to maintain an active advocacy effort at the national and state level in such ways as participating in the NRPA Mid-Year Legislative Forum and our annual Lobby Day at the NC General Assembly. Your continued response to legislative alerts and action requests are greatly appreciated and we only hope to expand on this in the year ahead.

Looking ahead to 2008, incoming President Irby Brinson has been blessed with an excellent group of elected members and has selected outstanding professionals to chair the various committees of the Association. We look forward to continuing our joint fundraising effort between the Endowment for Parks and Recreation and the NC Recreation and Park Scholarship Foundation and would hope, as someone interested in the future of parks and recreation, you will consider giving to one or both of these programs.

Plans for the 2008 conference in Charlotte are well under way and I believe you, as delegates, will be very pleased with many of the changes, which have taken place in the downtown area, since our last conference held there in 1999. Here in the offi ce, we are looking at ways to make it possible for this year’s delegates to register online – be advised that early hotel registration information is on our website. On a personal note, I look forward to continuing my efforts to visit local departments throughout the state and discuss ways NCRPA can better serve its members, and, in turn, the park and recreation profession as a whole.

Regardless of the year, or the “hot topic” at that time, be reminded NCRPA needs your involvement and input to be successful, so stay informed and participate in YOUR Association and, together, we can improve the state of parks and recreation in NC for not only 2008, but many years to come. I salute you for all you do and wish you all the best in providing quality leisure services to your area.

Region 8 Director’s WorkshopBY CHARLIE HOLTZCLAW, REGION 8 CHAIR AND DIRECTOR, SHELBY PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT

On November 1, 2007, eight parks and recreation directors held their fi rst Region 8 Director’s Workshop in Hickory. The three-hour meeting gave everyone an opportunity to discuss common issues and solutions to concerns. Some of the topics included: Sports Offi cials – contracted or employees? as well as Promoting the profession; Dealing with outside organizations, such as facility-use agreements, with schools; Methods to use to offset shortage of full-time staff; Motivating staff on limited budgets; Hiring, training and retaining quality lifeguards; and Sharing facilty rental agreements and policies. Everyone stated that they really enjoyed the workshop and learned much from the informal brainstorming session. It was decided that Region 8 will schedule at least two workshops annually in the future. Organizations represented included: Lenoir, Burke County, Granite Falls, Hickory, Newton, McDowell County, Forest City and Shelby.

SWAC Plans for 2008BY MICHELLE WELLS, PROGRAM DIRECTOR, NCRP

In early January, the Statewide Athletic Committee (SWAC) held its annual winter meeting in Wilmington. With more than 30 parks and recreation athletic professionals in attendance, rules were reviewed and revised, tournament assignments were made and reports on the SWAC events were shared with the group. SWAC offers tournaments in basketball, baseball, fast-pitch softball, soccer and football. The tournaments are an opportunity for recreation-based teams to have an opportunity for post-season play. If you are interested in participating in SWAC events, please contact Jen Black, SWAC Chair, at: [email protected], or call (919) 975-1411.


NCRPA will, once again, be partnering with Carowinds, Kings Dominion and Wet ‘n Wild Emerald Pointe to offer discounted tickets to these theme parks. Tickets can be purchased for individuals, to offer to your community, summer camp outings as well as family and friends. Tickets are available on consignment through the offi ce, or for direct purchase through the Internet. This spring, details on these programs will be posted on our website and information will be emailed to all members. If you would like more information on the ticket program, contact Wanda Parmlee at: [email protected], or call (919) 832-5868. Don’t miss on out the fun and get some of the best ticket prices available!

NCRPA Board of Directors Holds Winter Retreat & MeetingBY MIKE WATERS, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, NCRPA

On January 3-4, your 2008 Board of Directors held their annual retreat and board meeting in Greensboro. Each year at this time, the Board comes together to plan for the upcoming year. Items discussed at the retreat included information on operating policies and procedures for board members, an update on Land for Tomorrow, revision of the manual of procedures and creation of sub-sections as part of the reorganization implemented in 2007, the partnership between the Endowment for Parks and Recreation and the NC Parks and Recreation Scholarship Foundation and how the two groups are working together on joint fundraising efforts. The board meeting also included reports from Sections, Regions and Committees. The 2008 budget was presented by the Finance Committee to the Board for their approval. President Irby Brinson charged the Board with advocating the importance of parks and recreation at all levels in the community and in the legislative arena, encouraging agency accreditation and investigating the possibility of doing an economic impact of parks and recreation in North Carolina. NCRPA is your organization and you are invited to share your suggestions and ideas for how we can better serve the profession. Contact your region or section chair, any offi cer of the Board or the NCRPA offi ce. A list of the 2008 Board of Directors can be found online at: www.ncrpa.net

Have an idea or suggestion for a workshop?Contact your region or section chair, orMichelle Wells in the NCRPA offi ce at: (919) 832-5868, [email protected]

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National Programs Available for Everyone to OfferBY MICHELLE WELLS, PROGRAM DIRECTOR, NCRPA

NCRPA and SWAC serve as the state contact for three national youth programs that parks and recreation departments can take advantage of: Junior Olympics, Pitch, Hit & Run and Punt, Pass & Kick. Now is the time to start planning to offer these programs in 2008! With each program, the national organization will send the local host a kit, containing certifi cates, registration forms, ribbons and equipment. Participants receive soccer balls, footballs, targets and more for each event. Signing up to host these events is FREE to all departments. Materials to promote these events locally are also provided and the events can be hosted in conjunction with summer camps, photo days for the various sports, or they can be held as a stand-alone event. The opportunities are only limited by your imagination!

Local events should be held: Junior Olympics – before May 31; Pitch, Hit & Run – before mid-May andPunt, Pass & Kick – before the end of September.

For more information on these programs, visit the Youth Sports Section on the NCRPA website at: www.ncrpa.net.

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Undesignated contributions will be divided equally among the Endowment and the Scholarship Foundation.If you wish to designate all, or a portion, of your contribution to either program, please do so here:

Please make your check payable to “NCRPA” and mail your contribution to:NCRPA, 883 Washington Street, Raleigh, NC 27605. For more information, call (919) 832-5868.

THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT!Endowment for Parks & Recreation in NC• NC Recreation and Parks Scholarship Foundation

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Preparing for the Future of Parks and Recreation in NCBY KATHY WHITE AND MAC SLIGH, CO-CHAIRS, THE ENDOWMENT FOR PARKS & RECREATION IN NC

One of the goals of the Endowment for Parks and Recreation Committee during 2007 was to partner with the NC Recreation and Parks Scholarship Foundation in a joint fundraising effort. This partnership began to move forward with the NCRPA Board of Directors’ approval of the 2007 budget that allowed the Association to contract with two retired parks and recreation professionals to spearhead this campaign. Boyd Lee, former Director of Greenville Recreation and Parks and Ken Hagan, former City Manager and Parks and Recreation Director for the City of Jacksonville, agreed to accept this challenge.

The NC Recreation and Park Scholarship Foundation (formerly called the Recreators Foundation) was established in 1973 to provide scholarship assistance to qualifi ed and deserving students who are pursuing higher education degrees in parks and recreation and who seek careers in the recreation profession. The Foundation also awards professional development grants to full-time park and recreation professionals to offset continuing education registration, housing and transportation expenses. Since its inception, the foundation has awarded 153 scholarships, totaling $109,302.

The Endowment for Parks & Recreation in NC was established in 2000 to provide a vehicle to accept gifts and be a perpetual source of income for special projects encouraging and assisting the advancement and development of park and recreation services in North Carolina. The general purpose of the Endowment is intentionally broad because specifi c project needs of the profession in future years are unknown as we capitalize this Endowment. The permanent Endowment is our profession’s “saving account.” Interest from the Endowment will provide a steady and secure source of income for signifi cant future projects that serve the interest and objectives of our profession.

While each program has a particular area of focus and helps our profession, both are under-funded at this time and need additional fi nancial support in order to meet their full potential. Gifts can include cash, appreciated securities or real estate, bequests through wills and estates, life insurance or memorial gifts. All gifts are tax-deductible, to the fullest extent of the law, which allows you to give back to the park and recreation profession that has given so much to you. If you would like more information on how you can support either of these programs, please contact Boyd Lee at: [email protected], (704) 699-1043, or Ken Hagan at: [email protected], (910) 455-1523. While NCRPA is assisting with the administration of this fundraising effort, funds collected, or disbursed, are not for operating expenses of the Association.

Information on each program is also listed on the NCRPA website at: www.ncrpa.net


Apex Parks and Recreation welcomes Robert E. “Rock” Kershaw as the Coordinator for the new Performing and Cultural Arts Center. Previously, Rock managed arts

centers and theaters in North Carolina, Illinois and Texas. He also served as an Audio Describer for Arts Access for the Blind and as a Facility Supervisor for the Garner Historic Auditorium. ♦

Ruben Wall has been selected as the Assistant Director of Recreation Programs for Durham Parks and Recreation. He previously served the department as a Recreation Manager. ♦

Michael Jaycocks is the new Director for Huntersville Parks & Recreation. Prior to assuming the Director’s position, Michael served as the Assistant Director. ♦

Scott Letchworth has been promoted to Superintendent of William B. Umstead State Park in Wake County. Prior to joining the staff at Umstead State Park, Scott was a ranger at Falls Lake State Recreation Area. ♦

Ben James, Recreation Manager with Greenville Recreation and Parks, retired in January after 29 years of service to the Department. ♦

After more than 32 years of service with Cumberland County and Fayetteville-Cumberland Parks and Recreation, Larry Philpott retired at the end of 2007. Larry began his career in 1975 as a Lake Supervisor for Cumberland County Parks and Recreation and served 10 years as Director. In 2004, Cumberland County consolidated with Fayetteville, where he served as the Department’s Planning and Development Manager. ♦

Henderson County Parks & Recreation has announced Tim Hopkin, former Athletic Program Supervisor for the agency, as the new Director.

Beth Wilson, Associate Professor with NCSU Parks, Recreation & Tourism Management, announced the beginning of

her three-year phased retirement. Last October, the Department held a “commencement” party for Beth as she enters this new phase of her life. She was also presented the Order of the Long Leaf Pine, which is the highest civilian honor that is presented in our state to individuals who have a proven record of extraordinary service. ♦

Stacy Wells, Sales Representative for Musco Lighting retired at the end of 2007 after 23 years with the company. Prior to joining Musco, Stacy was the Director for Robeson County Parks and Recreation. ♦

Recreation Resources Service (RRS) announced that Vonda Martin joined RRS on November 30, 2007, as the Northwest Region Consultant. She most recently served as Director of Armfi eld Civic Center in Pilot Mountain. Her offi ce will be located at the DENR Regional Offi ce in Winston-Salem, NC. ♦

JG Ferguson has joined the staff of Rolesville Parks and Recreation as Athletic Coordinator. He was previously employed at Asheboro Parks and Recreation as the Program Coordinator. ♦

The Cabarrus County Parks Department welcomes Heather Johannes as the new North District Park Program Manager and Tina Pritchard as the new South District Park Program Supervisor. Heather worked in Maryland in various park and recreation departments before moving to North Carolina. Her most recent position was with the Kings Mountain YMCA. Tina comes to the agency with extensive park and recreation experience in Brunswick County and most recently as a Recreation Specialist in Brookfi eld, Wisconsin.

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Cabarrus County Parks Department has also experienced some changes among current staff. Perry Gabriel now serves as the South District Park Program Manager. In addition to athletic responsibilities, Perry will be responsible for the operation of the parks in the south district. He has been with Cabarrus County for 17 years. Randy Daniels is now the Park Superintendent responsible for procedurals operations at all parks, development of new parks, land acquisition, grants and school parks. He was previously the Park Manager at Frank Liske Park. Randy has been with Cabarrus County for 25 years. ♦

First Ward Public Spaces, designed by HadenStanziale, was recognized with an Honor Award from the North Carolina Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects. The project is part of the HOPE VI revitalization of Historic First Ward in Charlotte. The Honor Award is given to a design with outstanding, imaginative and well-resolved solutions that achieve the projects purpose. ♦

Gil Davis, recently retired from Washington Parks and Recreation, won a seat on the Washington City Council in the November election. Gil is a member of NCRPA with more than 30 years of service. ♦

The Edenton-Chowan Recreation Department announced the hiring of Stacy Clarke as Community Center Supervisor. Stacy spent 13 years as a Recreation Specialist with the Recreation and Parks Department of Alameda, California. Her husband serves in the Coast Guard and is stationed in Elizabeth City. ♦

After 31 years with Albemarle Parks and Recreation, Dave Eddy, Parks Superintendent has retired. While Dave doesn’t have any defi nite plans for post retirement, he does plan to do some work around the house and spend more time with his wife and seven grandchildren.


One of my best friends called the other day and he was flat freaking out. He and his wife had just found out they were having a baby boy, and he was worried sick. He wasn’t worried about issues such as the health of the baby, finances, college funds, day

care, or the lifestyle changes that were coming. He had something different on his mind. He was worried about taking on the most difficult job in the world. He was worried about becoming a good parent. Then, he started rambling through the whole list of fears every new parent has. I couldn’t do anything, but listen.

“I want to make sure my boy has everything. I don’t want anything bad to happen to him. How do I protect him from everything? But, don’t I have to let him stand on his own at some point?”

“Yeah, you do,” was all I could answer.“What do I do when some girl breaks his heart one day? What am I

going to say to him? I don’t want him to go through all that drama like we did. How did we handle it?”

“I don’t know,” was all I could answer. Thankfully, that hasn’t happened in my house yet, but I know it’s coming one day.

“What if he isn’t very good at sports? I want him to be the best he can be, but I can’t make him. How will he handle losing? I know you can’t win every game. He is going to lose a lot of games along the way. That’s part of it, isn’t it?”

“Yeah, it is,” was all I could answer. I was thinking about watching my sons coming to grips with losing a game. Sometimes, it isn’t pretty. Sometimes, they shake it off before they get to the car.

“Do I just get all up in his business all the time? He is going to have to make some decisions on his own at some point. When does that happen? I can’t follow him around forever.”

“No, you can’t,” was all I could answer. I thought about watching my sons get on the bus for the fi rst day of school. I wanted to tell my friend they came home in one piece, but he wouldn’t understand quite yet.

“Come on, man. You have two boys. Help me out. Tell me what to do. I’m sure with your job you have seen all types of parents. You must have learned something by watching them.”

“No, not really,” was all I could answer. I wanted to tell him to just do what he thinks is right every day. I was still learning every day. I don’t think it ever stops, but I didn’t want to scare him anymore than he was already.

“Well, you aren’t a lot of help. I’m going to the bookstore, maybe there is some kind of book about this sort of thing.” I just laughed at him and thought, “I don’t think the real stuff is in books.”

Two days later, I was fl ipping through the channels and found an acoustic Bruce Springsteen concert. He told a story about a conversation with one of his friends a long time ago. Bruce was worried about giving his kids too much. He didn’t want to spoil them, or protect them too long. He wanted to make sure they found their own way. Stand on their own two feet. His friend gave him some very solid, simple advice. “Give your children the best. The world will take care of the rest.”

I just smiled and called my friend.

the short sideBY DAVID LEE, DIRECTOR, WILSON PARKS AND RECREATION

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SALISBURY OPEN DISC GOLF TOURNAMENTBY ELANEY HASSELMANN, MARKETING AND

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SALISBURY PARKS AND RECREATION

The Salisbury Parks and Recreation Department and the Professional Disc Golf Association recently hosted the Salisbury Open Disc Golf Tournament at Kelsey Scott Park and the Salisbury Community Park. This one-day, two-round tournament featured exciting disc golf play, an ace pool and closest to the pin prizes. Each player also received a prize package, courtesy of Salisbury Parks and Recreation. More than 20 participants from the Piedmont region enjoyed the permanent disc golf course at Kelsey Scott Park and a temporary course at the Salisbury Community Park. The event was so successful that department staff are working on developing a permanent 18-hole disc golf course at the Salisbury Community Park, which would allow for expanded disc golf play for Salisbury residents.For more information about disc golf opportunities in Salisbury, contact Recreation Coordinator Paul Moore at (704) 638-2322, or visit online at: www.salisburync.gov/pkrec.

KERNERSVILLE PARK RECEIVES NATIONAL AWARDBY JERRI L. CREWS,

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KERNERSVILLE PARKS & RECREATION Last December, Beeson Athletic Complex received recognition from the National Softball Association (NSA). Each year, the NSA chooses one facility that operates under their guidelines and offers leagues and tournaments while upholding their standards of excellence for this designation. Frank Crook, Kernersville Parks & Recreation Softball Field Manager and regional affi liate for the NSA, nominated Beeson Athletic Complex for this national award. Beeson Park was selected the 2007 NSA Outstanding

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Park. We would like to thank the National Softball Association, our maintenance staff, and all of the people that participate in our leagues and tournaments for allowing us to proudly achieve this honor.

CASTING FOR CUBSBY STEPHEN BROWN, MAINTENANCE MANAGER,

SALISBURY PARKS AND RECREATION

The City of Salisbury Parks and Recreation recently hosted 82 newly registered Cub Scouts and their families for a day of fi shing and fun. The day was designed to introduce the Cubs to scouting, earning badges and fi shing. Cub Scouts, from the Rowan County District, participated in a round robin of classes. They enjoyed throwing casting nets, using their rods and reels to cast at targets of different distances, colored pictures of the different fi sh and learned how to identify their catch in the eight-acre Salisbury Community Park Lake. Participants also learned about fi shing regulations, enjoyed a hotdog lunch

and spent the afternoon fi shing on the banks of the lake. Casting for Cubs truly provided a memory that will last a lifetime for the Scouts and their families.

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