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Hotel MapWelcome Letter President & ChairDinner CruiseThank You SponsorsThank You CommitteeProposed Amendments to the BylawsImportant Conference Information

Tuesday Information Tuesday At A Glance Session Listings

Wednesday Information Keynote General Session Schedule Expo Information Wednesday At A Glance Session Listings Alumni Socials Social Information

Thursday Information Thursday At A Glance Take a Student to Lunch Thursday Session Listings Awards Banquet Information Post Banquet Social Information

Friday Information Meeting Times and Locations

Exhibitor ListingUpcoming MPRA Events & Future Conference Dates

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EASTWINDS: Go down Market Lane past all shops, down two short flights of stairs, proceed around corner instead of down next flight of stairs and go straight ahead. Eastwinds is the room just up a short set of stairs on the right, in the corner.

DOGWOOD & MAGNOLIA ROOMS: Go down Market Lane past all shops, down one short flight of stairs, Magnolia is on your right and Dogwood will be on your left.

CRYSTAL BALLROOM: Go down Market Lane, past all shops, down three flights of stairs, to our Social Lobby. At the Social Lobby take the short flight of carpeted steps up to the Crystal Ballroom, which is on your left.

DRAWING ROOM TERRACE: Go down Market Lane past all shops, down three flights of stairs, to our Social Lobby. At the Social Lobby, take the short flight of steps down, past the Bowling Alley and Black Bear Lodge Restaurant entrance and proceed down the ramp. At the end of the ramp, turn right and the Drawing Room Terrace is straight ahead.

REDBUD: Go up the escalators to Level 7, go down Market Lane, Redbud will be on the right, just past the restrooms.

NORTHWINDS AND SUITE G: Take escalator or elevator from the Main Lobby up to the catwalk to Building E. Cross the catwalk to the 3rd level of Building E. Go left at Building E’s main corridor and proceed out the side door into the stairwell where you will exit through the door on your left. Go across the road and into Building D, entering through the double glass doors on your left. Northwinds and Suite G are in Building D, next door to each other.

AUDITORIUM: The Auditorium is a building on the waterfront. Pro-ceed down our main road, toward the marina and Arrowhead Pool. When walking toward these areas, you will see our playground. To the right of the playground is the Auditorium.

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DOGWOOD & MAGNOLIA ROOMS: Go down Market Lane past all shops, down one short flight of stairs, the Magnolia Room is on your right and Dogwood Room will be on your l;eft.

CRYSTAL BALLROOM: Go down Market Lane, past all shops, down three flights of stairs, to our Social Lobby. At the Social Lobby take the short flight of carpeted steps up to the Crystal Ballroom, which is on your left.

DRAWING ROOM TERRACE: Go down Market Lane past all shops, down three flights of stairs, to our Social Lobby. At the Social Lobby, take the short flight of steps down, past the Bowling Alley and Black Bear Lodge Restaurant entrance and proceed down the ramp. At the end of the ramp, turn right and the Drawing Room Terrace is straight ahead.

NORTHWINDS AND SUITE G: Take escalator from the Main Lobby up to the catwalk to Building E. Cross the catwalk to the 3rd level of Building E. Go left at Building E’s main corridor and proceed out the side door into the stairwell where you will exit through the door on your left. Go across the rood and into Building D, entering through the double glass doors on your left. These meeting rooms are in Building D, next door to each other.

AUDITORIUM: The Auditorium is a building on the waterfront. Pro-ceed down our main road, toward the marina and Arrowhead Pool. When walking toward these areas, you will see our playground. To the right of the playground is the building that houses the Auditorium.

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DOGWOOD & MAGNOLIA ROOMS: Go down Market Lane past all shops, down one short flight of stairs, the Magnolia Room is on your right and Dogwood Room will be on your l;eft.

CRYSTAL BALLROOM: Go down Market Lane, past all shops, down three flights of stairs, to our Social Lobby. At the Social Lobby take the short flight of carpeted steps up to the Crystal Ballroom, which is on your left.

DRAWING ROOM TERRACE: Go down Market Lane past all shops, down three flights of stairs, to our Social Lobby. At the Social Lobby, take the short flight of steps down, past the Bowling Alley and Black Bear Lodge Restaurant entrance and proceed down the ramp. At the end of the ramp, turn right and the Drawing Room Terrace is straight ahead.

NORTHWINDS AND SUITE G: Take escalator from the Main Lobby up to the catwalk to Building E. Cross the catwalk to the 3rd level of Building E. Go left at Building E’s main corridor and proceed out the side door into the stairwell where you will exit through the door on your left. Go across the rood and into Building D, entering through the double glass doors on your left. These meeting rooms are in Building D, next door to each other.

AUDITORIUM: The Auditorium is a building on the waterfront. Pro-ceed down our main road, toward the marina and Arrowhead Pool. When walking toward these areas, you will see our playground. To the right of the playground is the building that houses the Auditorium.

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Welcome Delegates!

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If you preregistered for the dinner cruise on the Celebration, please meet at the front desk of the hotel at 5 pm to board the shuttle.

Dinner will be served at 6:00 pm.

Prize drawings will begin at 7:00 pm.

This event has been SOLD OUT, please see the registration desk about a waiting list.

Thank you to our sponsors:

It’s our pleasure to welcome you to the 2014 Missouri Park and Recreation Association Annual Conference. We are excited about this year’s Conference at Tan-Tar-A and glad that you are joining your friends and fellow professionals for this great event. The theme for the conference this year is R U IN? This theme was chosen because it has so many important meanings to our profession and the services that we provide. So we ask the question, R U INto your profession? R U INto your community? R U INto the mission and purpose of your department or city you serve?

We think that you will be “into” the Annual Conference this year for many reasons. The program this year includes a wide variety of educational sessions, region and section meetings, socials and time to network with fellow professionals. This year’s general session will feature an announcement about MPRAs new strategic plan along with many other exciting things.

Our Keynote Speaker this year is Aron Hall from the National Inclusion Project. Their mission is “to bridge the gap that exists between young people with disabilities and the world around them.” Similar to the services that we provide as professionals, the National Inclusion Project partners with other organizations so they may provide as many opportunities as possible to those wishing to participate in parks and recreation activities. New this year, we are able to give you six additional “featured speakers.”

On Thursday night, the Awards Banquet will recognize our fellow professionals and volunteers in our local communities as well as honor one inductee into the Missouri Recreation and Parks Hall of Fame. Congratulations in advance to all those who are recognized that evening! So, we encourage you to have a great week and enjoy the fellowship, training and planned festivities. Thank you for your support of the MPRA and your enthusiastic involvement in your profession. We’re glad U R In!

Sincerely,

Terry Robertson, PhD Chris Deal, CPRPMPRA President 2014 MPRA Conference Chair

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BagSpot Pet Waste SolutionsCounsilman-Hunsaker

Cunningham Recreation – Delegate GiftFry & Associates, IncGateway Fireworks

Landscape StructuresMcCownGordonMissouri Eagle

MOPERCMusco Lighting

Northwest Missouri State UniversityOates Associates

Planning Design StudioPush Pedal Pull

SSCI - Operation TLC²SWT

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Thank You, Conference CommitteeTerry Robertson – PresidentChris Deal – Conference ChairCindy Shook – Program ChairKirsten Barnes – Exhibit Hall ChairCraig Luetkemeyer – Sponsor ChairPaul Beck – Social Chair

Katy Nieman – Auction ChairAnita Ivey – Room Host ChairAmy Hays – Student ActivitiesBJ Staab – Technology ChairCraig Feldt – Awards ChairMary Vaughan – Hall of Fame Chair

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CEU ProceduresTo receive conference CEUs:1. You must pay the conference $20 CEU fee. Fee covers all pre-conference and conference sessions.2. After paying the $20 CEU fee, you will receive a 2014 MPRA Conference CEU card that is good for the entire conference. Take this CEU card with you to each session offering CEUs.3. As you enter each session, your room host will initial your card. At the completion of each session, your room host will punch your card for certification. You will not receive credit for your session unless your card is both initialed and punched by the room host.4. At the end of the conference, please return your card to the MPRA registration desk.5. MPRA will send your conference CEU transcripts to you 4-6 weeks following conference.6. NRPA now administers the CPRP program. It will be your responsibility to retain all CEU documentation and send copies to NRPA if requested.

Evaluations Please complete an evaluation for each educational session you attend, as well as the overall conference evaluation, which will be emailed to you after the conference.

Name Badge Registration is required to attend all conference events and to enter the Exhibit Hall. An MPRA delegate without their badge will not be admitted to the exhibit area, educational sessions or social events. Lost badge replacement is $10 with appropriate identification.

MPRA Registration Desk Hours Tuesday 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Smoking Smoking is not permitted during educational sessions.

Use of Alcoholic Beverages Use of alcoholic beverages is restricted to those 21 years old or above. Conference attendees will be carded. You must bring a proof of age ID to all social functions.

Cell Phones Please turn off all cell phones and pagers while in educational sessions.

Beginning this fiscal year, the Board of Directors identified one of its priorities as the review of the Association’s Governing Documents, ensuring clarity, consistency and currency with actual practices. Meetings were held over the course of the past six months with staff and the Executive Committee drafting the proposed amendments.A proposed amendment to MPRA Bylaws requires a vote of the membership for approval or disapproval. Members were initially notified by mail with an article in the Winter Missouri Parks and Recreation magazine. A second notice, sent electronically and by U.S. Mail (to those without unique email addresses, or members who have opted out of electronic messages from MPRA), further described the proposed changes and the upcoming vote process. The proposed changes were also posted on the MPRA website for approximately two weeks prior to the meeting of the members.If you are a current member of MPRA, you should have received a yellow colored ballot in your registration packet. If you believe you ARE a member and did NOT receive a ballot, please visit the registration desk immediately to make sure you are entitled to vote!The meeting of the members will be held on Wednesday, February 26 at 8:30 am in conjunction with the General Session at the Annual Conference at Tan-Tar-A Resort. All members are urged to attend this meeting and cast your vote on this governance matter.

Notice: Proposed Amendments to the Bylaws

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Tuesday At A Glance 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Registration Desk Open 11:00 am – 12:30 pm Board Meeting in Salon B 1:00 pm – 4:45 pm Afternoon Educational Sessions* 3:40 pm – 4:45 pm Section Leadership Meeting 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm Dinner Cruise - meet in Main Lobby (SOLD OUT - Ticket Required) *featured presenters are noted in yellow

AQS – AquaticsB&C – Volunteer Boards & CommissionsDEV – Professional DevelopmentFIT – Fitness SPO – Sports

M&C – Marketing & CommunicationsM&L – Management & LeadershipPNR – Park & Natural ResourcePRO – Programming

1:00 – 2:05 pm

Got Tweens? Programming For Older Youth and Younger Teens (PRO) Room #64, 0.1 CEU Don’t run from the challenges of working with older youth... embrace them! Discover the resources available while learning new and creative programming ideas for tweens and teens that you will want to implement in your community. Joseph Seastrom, Springfield-Greene Co. Park Board

Inter-Department Sports Programming - South Metro Sports Leagues (SPO) Room #70/71, 0.1 CEU This session will focus on how recreation departments in close proximity to each other can collaborate efforts to provide quality sports programming for all their communities. Specifically we will discuss the South Metro Sports League in Cass County, MO and the relationships between Belton, Raymore, Harrisonville, Peculiar and Pleasant Hill Parks and Recreation Departments. Shane DeWald and Rodney Sadler, Belton Parks and Recreation, Justin Wieberg, Pleasant Hill Parks and Recreation

Managing the Immediate Threat of the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) (PNR) Room #72/73, 0.1 CEU EAB is now in Missouri. As of October 2013, the entire state has been quarantined. The financial and environmental impacts of this beetle will be devastating. This program will provide needed information for managing EAB and a simple management strategy to minimize the impact and preserve trees in urban and park areas. Forest Decker, City of Kansas City

Saltwater Pools - How they can Benefit You! (AQS) Room #74/75, 0.1 CEU Saltwater pools seem to be rising in popularity. With their many benefits we can see why they are making such a splash! Along with being eco-friendly, saltwater pools are softer on your skin and hair than chlorinated water. The presenters will go over the benefits, operations, and cost with the saltwater method. David Schwartz, Water’s Edge Aquatic Design

How to Integrate Interactive Technology with Traditional Fitness Tools (FIT) Room #76/77, 0.1 CEU Learn how to enhance existing or create new programs for park and recreation fitness centers using interactive technology equipment and integrating it with your current equipment, group classes or other programs to increase revenue with all populations at your facility. Pete Trapani, 360 Fitness For Life & Health, LLC

1:00 – 4:45 pm

Grant Proposal Writing Basics (M&L) Redbud, 0.3 CEU In today’s highly competitive funding environment, a powerfully crafted grant proposal is essential for success. “Grant Proposal Writing Basics” will help prepare you to obtain the grant funding you need. You will learn what to do and what not to do when submitting a grant proposal. Ron Schmidt, City of Columbia

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An Overview of Drug Endangered Children (PRO) Room #64, 0.1 CEU Over 180,000 children in Missouri live in homes where a parent or caregiver uses illicit drugs. This presentation introduces the fundamentals of drug endangered children - including how parental substance abuse puts children and families at risk, and how to appropriately respond to the needs of these children. Chuck Daugherty, ACT Missouri

Punt, Pass And Kick - It’s Really That Easy! (SPO) Room #70/71, 0.1 CEU This hands-on session will tell you exactly how to run a NFL Punt, Pass and Kick competition. We’ll move the chairs to the side and run a mini-competition including kicking, passing, measuring and tabulating. It’s really that easy! Michael Biedenstein, City of Eureka

Playground Maintenance - The Boring Paperwork Side (PNR) Room #72/73, 0.1 CEU Is your playground maintenance protecting you from potential liability? We will tell you how to make sure it does. Kevin Marshall, Fry & Associates, Inc.

Swimming Pool Technologies: Are These the Answers? (AQS) Room #74/75, 0.1 CEU Over the years the aquatics industry has seen many products and systems come and go, often making it difficult to decide which products have real value and longevity. This is particularly true if you are receiving direction and information from the equipment or product supplier. This presentation will take a non-biased look at swimming pool products and equipment that are available in today’s market. Scott Hester, Counsilman-Hunsaker

Race Training Tactics - Successful 5K Training Programs (FIT) Room #76/77, 0.1 CEU Review a variety of 5K race training programs and evaluate which styles will work best for their programs. Participants will then learn about different motivational and coaching techniques used to inspire their future 5K runners. Susan McLeod, Springfield-Greene Co. Park Board

3:40 – 4:45 pm

What Do I Know About Drugs? (PRO) Room #64, 0.1 CEU New drugs and drug use trends often burst on the scene rapidly and are very difficult to keep up with. These emerging trends and substances can be going on right in your community. This presentation will review the synthetic drug “bath salts” and synthetic marijuana that many kids are buying over the counter. Other Missouri trends will be discussed as well. Chuck Daugherty, ACT Missouri

Coordinating an Ultimate Frisbee League (SPO) Room #70/71, 0.1 CEU Learn about the fast paced sport of ultimate frisbee and how to coordinate a league for your department. This is one of the fastest growing sports in the country. Unlike most competitive sports, ultimate is self-officiated and requires minimal equipment. Learn about the history of the sport, rules of play, variety of ways to set up a league, and the business side of managing a self-officiated sport. Dana Gray, St. Louis Ultimate Association

Laying the Groundwork for Playground Surfacing (PNR) Room #72/73, 0.1 CEU Discover the different types of playground surfacing and their strengths and weaknesses. We will examine how the safety of surfacing is evaluated and discuss installation and maintenance requirements and techniques. Information will be provided on how to properly select the best playground surface for your parks. Jack Fry, Fry & Associates, Inc.

Growing your Off-Season into a Productive Summer (AQS) Room #74/75, 0.1 CEU Aquatics is a lot like farming, as long as you do plenty of preparation in the off-season you can ensure a much more productive summer. Now that the summer season has passed us by, it is time to start thinking about next year. What can you do now to make next season safer and more enjoyable for your patrons? We will examine a number of strategies including facility preparation, programming, staffing and marketing. Jason Quinton, City of Clayton, Stephe McCormick, Backyard Lifeguards

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John Bell John is an Athletic Supervisor for the City of Bridgeton and supervises a number of sports leagues, tournaments and programs. He currently serves on the national USSSA committee.

Shannon Oleen Widely recognized as a leading authority in finding passion, creating positive change and reaching personal goals, Shannon is a former NFL Cheerleader and Pryor Leadership Fellow. She has entertained and educated audiences around the world, relating how hard work, the right attitude and having passion really will lead you to achieving your dreams. Shannon’s enthusiasm combined with her inspirational message is a compelling call to action for people who are ready to conquer their dreams too.

Healthy Eating in Parks: National and State Initiatives (FIT) Room #76/77, 0.1 CEU Because they provide excellent physical activity opportunities, parks are a key partner in addressing the obesity epidemic. But what about the foods served in parks? Are parks a good place to find healthy food? Learn about the national Healthy Parks, Healthy People and Missouri’s Eat Smart in Parks initiative and how your park can support good health through healthy eating. Cindy DeBlauw, University of Missouri, Kurt Rausch, National Park Service

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Karen Butery Karen serves as adjunct faculty at St. Louis Community College teaching a Capstone Leadership course. She has over 20 years of corporate experience in both staff and line positions in leadership and employee development.

Constance Hoffmann Constance is the President and Founder of Social & Business Graces, Inc., offering coaching in both individual and group settings. She has over 25 years’ experience in mentoring corporate clients of many Fortune 500 companies and conducting presentations.

Dana Gray Dana has served as League Coordinator and is a founding board member of the St. Louis Ultimate Association since 1994. She has made numerous presentations on the sport of Ultimate including sessions at the 2007 and 2009 Ultimate Players Association, League and Ultimate Organizers Conference.

Nathan Nogelmeier Previously employed at Rockhurst University and the Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy, Nathan currently serves the city of Fairway, KS as the Director of Parks and Recreation. He has made multiple presentations for KRPA and NRPA on the Autism Spectrum and Inclusive Recreation.

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Then, we have a great opportunity for you! Missouri Park & Recreation Association’s Ticket Consignment Program has been in place for over 20 years, presenting agencieslike yours with an opportunity for a little extra cash while providing a service to your citizens that no one else can.

MPRA can provide you with tickets to Big Surf, Six Flags, Worlds of Fun, Oceans of Fun, Silver Dollar City, White Water, and/or Schlitterbahn to sell to your citizens for a reduced rate while your agency receives a commission on each ticket sold.

For more information, contact Sarah Veile at 573-636-3828 or sarah@mopark.org.

Need a Little Extra Money?

Featured Presenters are noted in yellow

throughout your program.

AQS – AquaticsB&C – Volunteer Boards & CommissionsDEV – Professional DevelopmentFIT – Fitness SPO – Sports

M&C – Marketing & CommunicationsM&L – Management & LeadershipPNR – Park & Natural ResourcePRO – Programming

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Don’t miss the Keynote Address by Aron Hall

Wednesday General Session Schedule - Salon A

8:30 am Opening Comments & Welcome 8:40 am Members Meeting: Bylaw Information and Vote 8:55 am Installation of Officers 9:00 am Section Awards (Aquatics, Fitness, Health & Wellness, Sports) 9:20 am Keynote Presentation by Aron Hall (0.1 CEU) 10:45 am Dismissal to Exhibit Hall

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Join us in Windgate Hall on Wednesday from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm and see the latest and greatest equipment, supplies, and services for the parks and recreation industry. Be sure to join us at the “hub” of the Exhibit Hall for special exhibitor showcases and some Minute-To-Win-It mini-games! Participants will be eligible for special prizes! Must be present to win.

Lunch will be served from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm

(ticket required)Dessert/Refreshments will be served in the hall from

1:30 pm – 2:30 pm

Aron is the Director of Programs and coordinates the National Inclusion Project’s “Let’s ALL Play” partnership programs and trainings. A graduate of North Carolina State University, Aron has had multiple experiences in education and recreational programs. As Summer Camp Director for North Raleigh Christian Academy, he was responsible for creating and implementing its full-summer day camp program. He also directed a local chapter of Royal Family Kids’ Camp, a non-profit overnight camp for kids in foster care. While in college, he worked for the A.E. Finley YMCA as a counselor and leadership staff in five after-school programs, three summer day camps, and a year-round tracking-out program. Aron is also a member of the Advisory Board for the National Alliance for Accessible Golf.

Keynote Address: All In! Wednesday, February 26, 9:20 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. Salon A, 0.1 CEU

Inclusion is where everyone can participate and everyone can belong. Every person has a unique set of gifts that we should help foster and develop. With the right mindset and belief and taking responsibility to set the right atmosphere, we will create a ripple effect with the people we serve, families, and the community-at-large.

Be sure to catch Aron’s breakout sessions in room #64 at 3:00 and 4:20 Wednesday afternoon!

Wednesday At A Glance 7:00 am – 6:00 pm Registration Desk Open 8:30 am – 10:45 am General Session, Members’ Meeting and Keynote Address in Salon A 11:00 am – 3:00 pm Exhibit Hall Open in Windgate Hall 11:30 am – 1:00 pm Lunch Served in the Windgate Hall (ticket required) 3:00 pm – 5:25 pm Leisure Educators Forum in Room #62 3:00 pm – 5:25 pm Afternoon Educational Sessions* 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm Alumni Socials 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Rec Room in #62-64 6:30 pm – 11:30 pm All Conference Social in Salon B&C (ticket required)

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Playground Safety Maintenance (B&C) Room #60, 0.1 CEU Nearly 200,000 injuries on public playgrounds occur annually that require emergency room treatment. Sadly, fifteen children will die a result. Often these are preventable, or at least the severity of injuries can be reduced as a result of proper playground design and standardized inspection and maintenance programs. By following recommended best practice guidelines, you can help prevent injuries. Bryan Sykora, Landscape Structures, Inc.

Driving Customers to Healthy Choices: Marketing Makes a Difference (M/C) Room #61, 0.1 CEU Many customers say they want healthy food choices at their park concessions and vending machines but they don’t always buy these products when made available. In this session, learn effective marketing strategies from the “Eat Smart In Parks” project that can help drive more customers to buy your healthy products. Amy Dunaway, Healthy Communication Research Center

40+ Games with Nothing but a Tennis Ball (SPO) Room #70/71, 0.1 CEU In the age of shrinking equipment budgets, one has to be as resourceful as an experiential engineer. However, do not fear... armed with nothing more than a simple tennis ball, activity leaders can create an abundant number of simple fun games and activities. Come prepared to laugh and play! Dr. Paul Wright, Lindenwood University

Fiscal Fitness for Park and Recreation Agencies (M&L) Room #63, 0.1 CEU Fiscal discipline, the appropriate allocation of resources, and effectiveness in service delivery are three major underpinnings to financial sustainability for park and recreation agencies. This session will discuss how major obstacles facing the financially-minded manager can be overcome. It will also provide attendees with a financial assessment tool to evaluate their agency’s “fiscal fitness.” Jeffrey Bransford, Manifest Consulting

Power of Play - Activities for ALL (PRO) Room #64, 0.1 CEU Lace up your sneakers for this interactive session where we will talk about how to create activities and tweak your current activities so that anyone who wants to play can join in without barriers. Aron Hall, National Inclusion Project

Sustainable Design for Greenways and Parks (PNR) Room #72/73, 0.1 CEU Discover how sustainable design and water quality issues have “infiltrated” the greenway and park planning process. This session will provide an overview of typical sustainable design practices used in projects and explore several case studies of successful greenways and parks that have incorporated sustainable design features. Scott Emmelkamp and Andrew Franke, Planning Design Studio

Supporting Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders in Swimming (AQS) Room #74/75, 0.1 CEU Learn some of the frequent challenges of autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) and how they relate to swimming. Learn about a successful, collaborative

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AQS – AquaticsB&C – Volunteer Boards & CommissionsDEV – Professional DevelopmentFIT – Fitness SPO – Sports

M&C – Marketing & CommunicationsM&L – Management & LeadershipPNR – Park & Natural ResourcePRO – Programming

program for supporting children with ASDs to swim, including the unique roles of different professionals and seasonal staff. Nathan Nogelmeier, City of Fairway, KS, Dr. Lisa Mische-Lawson, KU Medical Center

Exercise Equipment Preventative Maintenance Seminar (FIT) Room #76/77, 0.1 CEU Maximize your budget by getting the most out of your commercial exercise equipment by learning key preventative maintenance tips. This valuable seminar will touch on service, equipment layout and how to setup your facility with proper networking including the use of a cache server. Dave Elton, Precor

4:20 – 5:25 pm

Saving the Katy Bridge (B&C) Room #60, 0.1 CEU Learn about the grassroots effort to save a bridge by the Save the Katy Bridge Coalition and their partnership with the City of Boonville. Hear updates on the Katy Bridge redevelopment process and how it will eventually open Katy traffic across an operational lift-span bridge. Paula Shannon, Katy Bridge Coalition, Gary Nauman, City of Boonville

Sports Tourism - An Approach to Quantifying the Economic Impact (M/C) Room #61, 0.1 CEU Most agencies sponsor or facilitate numerous special community events, including sports tournaments, that are proclaimed to be major contributors to expanding the local economy. This may or may not be the case! Attend this session to know for sure. Dick Horton, researcher

Can These Facilities Be Saved? (M&L) Room #63, 0.1 CEU As facilities age, communities evolve and needs change, cities must develop plans for maintaining, renovating, expanding, re-purposing, replacing or adding additional facilities. Deciding where to start can be overwhelming. This presentation will walk participants through the steps for developing the information needed to assess, plan, fund, and gain community support for your next project. Kerry Newman, SFS Architecture, Dave White, Westport Pools, Chris Martin, McCownGordon Construction

Let’s ALL Play - Making Connections (PRO) Room #64, 0.1 CEU What is the number one factor that keeps kids active and prevents behavior issues? Those kids

being connected and having friends. Come have fun, learn and practice techniques and activities that will help kids develop friendships. Aron Hall, National Inclusion Project

10 Things that will Improve your Youth Sports Programming, Attendance and Revenue (SPO) Room #70/71, 0.1 CEU This session will examine how to increase your current youth sports program numbers and better serve the customers who enroll and attend. It will provide ideas for new programs and strategic partners that can provide value to better serve your members and offer insight into marketing and promotional techniques that can evaluate your department’s revenue and reputation. Mike Parry, Challenger Sports

Role of Technology in Park Planning (PNR) Room #72/73, 0.1 CEU How is technology changing the face of current park planning? This session will explore the role of technology in the park planning process and how the latest planning tools can impact the end result. Technology has forever changed the park planning process from data collection through implementation. What’s next? Scott Emmelkamp, Planning Design Studio

Strengthen your Success with a Super Pass (AQS) Room #74/75, 0.1 CEU Hear how cities came together to offer a service that increased pool attendance and earnings! This year, it generated more than $42,000 in shared revenue. Learn how it started and how you can create your own program. Rural or urban, small or large, you can benefit from a Super Pass! Nathan Nogelmeier, City of Fairway, KS

Promoting Healthy Lifestyles In The Community (FIT) Room #76/77, 0.1 CEU This session will focus on promoting healthy food options to communities, how to reach members of the community and obstacles communities need to overcome to promote healthy living. TBD, St. Louis University

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Alumni SocialsWednesday 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Wednesday Night Social

Salon B&C

6:30 pm – 11:30 pm

The Silent Auction

committee has done a

fantastic job rounding up

some really wonderful

items. Check your

conference packet to

see the list of items and get ready

to place your bids from 6:30 – 8:30 at the

social.

Dinner will be served from 6:30 until

8:00 with the band starting at 8:30. Cash

bar available with complimentary draft

Budweiser products compliments of

Missouri Eagle and complimentary soft drinks.

Stick around after dinner and the silent

auction and rock out to the Cherry Pistols.

This cover band will get your blood pumping

with sounds from your favorite 80’s Mix Tape!

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Room #61 – Southeast Missouri State University

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Amenities Plan

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Spray Ground

American Society of Landscape Architects Merit Award - Kirkwood Parks Planning

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American Society of Landscape Architects Honor Award - River Des Peres Greenway

Recreation Planning

Programming & Budgets

Feasibility Studies

Park Master Plans

Construction Documents

Construction Period Services

PDSPlanning Design Studio

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8:00 am – 5:30 pm Registration Desk Open

8:00 am – 9:00 am Sports Section Meeting – Parasol I

8:45 am – 10:00 am Fitness Section Meeting – Parasol II

9:00 am – 10:00 am Park Resource Section Meeting – Redbud

8:45 am – 10:00 am Aquatic Section Meeting – Room #74/75

8:00 am – 10:00 am Region Directors Meeting – Room #62

9:00 am – 11:25 am Morning Educational Sessions*

11:30 am – 1:00 pm Take a Student to Lunch (meet in room #62)

11:30 am – 1:00 pm Past Presidents Lunch served in Salon C

1:00 pm – 4:45 pm Afternoon Educational Sessions*

2:20 pm – 4:45 pm Student Section Meeting and Session – Room #62

5:45 pm Doors open for Awards Banquet in Salon B&C

6:00 pm – 8:30 pm Awards Banquet in Salon B&C (ticket required)

8:30 pm – 11:30 pm Post Banquet Fireworks Display, “The Mane Event,” Social in Salon B&C, and Bowling *featured presenters are noted in yellow

Alumni Socials

Wednesday Night Social

Take a Student to Lunch

Thursday: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm

Meet in Room #62

Students: Professionals from all sectors of the field will

sign-up to take a student or two to lunch. This is your

chance to network with a professional who may have

the job that you want when you enter the professional

workforce and you can enjoy a free lunch too!

Professionals: The students are excited about this great

opportunity to have lunch with a professional. Please

catch Amy Hays if you have not already signed up, and

let them know that they can count on you to…

Take a Student to Lunch

Back by Popular Demand! Free bowling and complimentary

beverages will be available after the

Awards Banquet until 11:30 pm at the

Tan-Tar-A Resort Bowling Alley.

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Workplace Etiquette: Getting the Most Out of Your Career (DEV) Room #60, 0.1 CEU In today’s workplace we are overworked, suffering memory overload and balancing multiple streams of communication. It’s a lot to deal with on top of your personal career goals. In this session, Shannon shares “Five Tips for Cube Living” - simple suggestions for improving workplace relationships, managing communications, and maximizing your productivity to balance your boss’s goals with your own. Shannon Oleen, Shannon Oleen, LLC

Making the Best Trails in the Nation More Accessible @ VISITMISSOURITRAILS.COM (M/C) Room #61, 0.1 CEU This session includes an overview of the visitmissouritrails.com website initiative to include goals, project history, and sponsorship. An update on project status will be provided as well as an active demo of the functional system. Current date contributors, future contributors, and guidance on how organizations can participate will be discussed. Thompson Knox, SteadyRain

R.E.A.L. Best Practices in Strategic Planning (M&L) Room #63, 0.1 CEU The term “best practice” is used so frequently that it has begun to lose its meaning. Originally intended as a label for only those approaches that have consistently been proven to be reliable and superior, “best practice” is now often used to describe trendy untested concepts. Avoid building strategic plans around these false standards and learn how to find and apply R.E.A.L. best practices. Jeffrey Bransford, Manifest Consulting

Coming Soon - Your Community Amphitheatre (PRO) Room #64, 0.1 CEU Outdoor performance venues in both urban areas as well as park settings are growing in popularity. Learn how you can create a viable and exciting outdoor performance venue for your community. Kerry Newman, SFS Architecture, Chris Cline, Confluence

10:20 – 11:25 am

Millennial Mania (DEV) Room #60, 0.1 CEU Our youngest generation is perplexing everyone in the workforce (including themselves) #MillennialMania #BTW #TBH #MCM #AJO #WCW #WhatDoesThisEvenMean. How can we engage this generation in more than just social media while on the job? This workshop is for anyone who wants to understand how to work with the millennial generation to the fullest extent. Shannon Oleen, Shannon Oleen, LLC

Presentation Skills and Meeting Management (M/C) Room #61, 0.1 CEU Come hear tips and tricks to make your next visual presentation dynamic and attractive. In addition, learn how to prepare for and manage your meetings to maximize productivity and impact with attendees. You will also learn how to effectively participate in meetings you are not leading. Constance Hoffmann, Social and Business Graces, Inc.

Screening - When GOOD just Isn’t GOOD Enough (M&L) Room #63, 0.1 CEU Did you know that 5% of all volunteers have a criminal history? How does this happen? Far too many agencies are still coming up short and potentially compromising their risk management strategy. To understand how this can happen is to take an inside look at what all background check investigators must do to meet the true guidelines. Chris Goodman, Southeastern Security Consultants, Inc.

INventing New Programs (PRO) Room #64, 0.1 CEU We’ll put our heads together and explore new programming ideas. Leave this session with fun brainstorming techniques to take back to your department. Program/Special Event brainstorming will include ideas for all ages. Come with an open mind and get your creative juices flowing. Katy Nieman, City of Kirkwood, Beth Knapp and Anna Shy, City of Richmond Heights

Concrete Tennis Courts vs Asphalt (SPO) Parasol I, 0.1 CEU Post-tension concrete courts are gaining in popularity throughout the United States mainly because they are less susceptible to cracking than asphalt courts. What are the differences between

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asphalt and post-tension concrete? What should you consider if building a post-tension concrete court? Is a design consultant necessary? What funding sources are available? This session will answer these questions and more while sharing some lessons learned on past projects. Don LaChance, City of Kirkwood, Andrew Franke, Planning Design Studio

Park Maintenance - Auditing and Analysis of Grounds Maintenance Practices (PNR) Redbud, 0.1 CEU This session digs deeper into the systems and analysis of auditing your park space through analysis and inventory of your landscape and site maintenance practices. You will gain useful audit information and tools that can be applied to a wide range of park spaces from passive to active recreational uses. This is part one of a continuation from last years overall session regarding developing a Parks Maintenance Manual. Patrick Worzer, Gateway Design Studio, Inc., Darren Dunkle, City of Washington

Go Green with your Aquatic Facilities (AQS) Room #74/75, 0.1 CEU Sustainable design, construction, and operations are key to assuring your aquatic center meets community goals for environmental stewardship, is financially sound and provides maximum entertainment value. Kerry Newman, SFS Architecture, Chris Martin, McCownGordon Construction, Bert Forde, Westport Pool Management

Healthy People Objectives: How are We Doing? How are You Doing? (FIT) Parasol II, 0.1 CEU This presentation is a review of the stated goals of the Healthy People 2000, 2010, and 2020 guidelines. The Healthy People initiatives are a comprehensive public health planning document for understanding and improving community health in the United States. Dr. Jeff Ferguson and Dr. Janet Reusser, Northwest Missouri State University

1:00 – 2:05 pm

E.Q. 2.0 (DEV) Room #60, 0.1 CEU Spend an afternoon with an expert in the field of Emotional Intelligence: Shannon Oleen. She’ll give you tools to identify, assess and control

your personality and work with the variety of personalities you encounter in the workplace. E.Q. 2.0 will explore why we are losing our ability to emotionally connect in the 21st century and how we can get our E.Q. back. Shannon Oleen, Shannon Oleen, LLC

Interpreting Body Language (M/C) Room #61, 0.1 CEU Only 7% of communication is done through words. Noticing the signals that people send out with their body language is a very useful social and professional skill. Learn to communicate effectively by reading non-verbal signs and understand personal distance zone. Constance Hoffmann, Social and Business Graces, Inc.

People with Disabilities Want to Participate in Your Programs - What Do You Do? (PRO) Room #64, 0.1 CEU Abby’s mom requests a sign language interpreter for her while she is at day camp. On the first day of group exercise, Sammy shows up and his caretaker tells the instructor he has multiple disabilities and requires specialized assistance. Find out what your department’s ADA obligations are and how to provide appropriate accommodations to make the participant successful, parents/guardians happy, and your department an excellent source for inclusive recreation programs. Terri Johnson, Municipal Partners for Inclusive Recreation

What I Learned in Intramurals (SPO) Parasol I, 0.1 CEU Campus Recreation and Intramurals need a distinct twist of creativity and craziness to attract and keep the attention of college students. This session will examine some of the fun ideas and strategies used in these settings that may be helpful in your own department. Corey Newgent, City of Des Peres

Optimization of Rain Garden Planting Using 50’ Tall Natives (PNR) Redbud, 0.1 CEU This presentation will discuss the value of adding trees to the typical rain garden design to not only improve treatment efficiency but also address elusive urban stormwater volume mitigation. We will also discuss both the stormwater engineering and landscape architecture elements for suitability within the urban environment. Cameron Smith, Olsson Associates

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Aquatic Emergencies: What you Need to be Prepared for After an Event Occurs (AQS) Room #74/75, 0.1 CEU In the aquatics field, we all know about preparing for an emergency, but how prepared do you feel after the event? What consideration do you have for the victim, staff, patrons, the general public, and the media? Learn about debriefing, public relations, and even how to address equipment issues after an event. Kevin Grier and Jessica Rallo, Midwest Pool Management

A Strategic Approach to Healthy Community Transformation (FIT) Parasol II, 0.1 CEU Why take a shotgun approach to creating a healthy community with programs that may or may not work? Community partners in Liberty have implemented a research based process to select the programs, services, changes in policy, and facility improvements that are anticipated to be the best bang for the buck. Janet Snook, City of Liberty

1:00 – 3:25 pm

Hiring & Retaining a Staff to be Proud Of (M&L) Room #63, 0.2 CEU Are you recruiting, retaining and hiring a competent staff? Learn how to boost morale and make your employees feel valued. Did you know it is more expensive to hire new employees than to retain them? Get more mileage out of your staff and enable them to invest in your organization. Melissa Hollander and Teresa Martchink, City of St. Charles

2:20 – 3:25 pm

Fit to Work? Healthy Lifestyle Tips for Tip-Top Employees (DEV) Room #60, 0.1 CEU Juggling non-stop road trips and multiple jobs, former NFL Cheerleader Shannon Oleen was inspired to develop a tried and true method for balancing work and life. She will teach you about the importance of healthy eating, time management, fitness that “fits into” your day, plus, the “Five Healthy Habits of Successful People.” This session is a must for anyone who works 40+ hours a week! Shannon Oleen, Shannon Oleen, LLC

Conveying your Message and Brand (M/C) Room #61, 0.1 CEU You already have a logo and a message; but how are you presenting it? If your promotional pieces are all over the place and you’re looking to bring consistency to your marketing, this is a session for you! Evan Cloepfil and Victoria Meier-Ressler, North Kansas City Community Center

Actively Engaging Older Adults (PRO) Room #64, 0.1 CEU During this session, recreational and fitness professionals will be introduced to therapeutic exercise implications for older adults. Throughout this session, basic exercise techniques and exercise classes will be reviewed, with a focus on incorporating both physical and cognitive stimulation. This session will be active. Laura Covert, Pittsburg State University

Volunteers - Why They are Necessary for the Vitality of your Programs (SPO) Parasol I, 0.1 CEU Have you had trouble obtaining volunteers for specific programs? Do you find yourself on the phone or in front of the computer begging and pleading for help? Don’t worry, you are not alone. This presentation is geared to finding creative ways to build up your volunteer program so that you, as well as the volunteers, can maximize the impact of your department on your community. Chris Lucas, City of Liberty

Basic Elements of Liability and Risk Management (PNR) Redbud, 0.1 CEU Managers are faced with liability issues daily. However, many don’t understand the basic law regarding these matters. This session addresses the four basic elements of liability as well as proportional liability, risk management, and condition of property. The session was originally developed as a part of the curriculum of the National State Park Leadership School which is affiliated with North Carolina State. Bill Bryan, DNR – Missouri State Parks

Themed Aquatic Facilities are Turning Heads and Making Waves (AQS) Room #74/75, 0.1 CEU A growing trend for aquatic parks has been adding an overall theme to the facility. A theme can enhance the park’s appeal and can transport the guests to a far away paradise. A well thought out theme can also be a good way to honor the community’s history and can increase attendance. This session will show the possibilities, benefits and range of costs for theming a facility. Amber Closterman and Jeff Bartley, Water’s Edge Aquatic Design

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AQS – AquaticsB&C – Volunteer Boards & CommissionsDEV – Professional DevelopmentFIT – Fitness SPO – Sports

M&C – Marketing & CommunicationsM&L – Management & LeadershipPNR – Park & Natural ResourcePRO – Programming

Is Anybody Listening? Principles of Empathic Communication (FIT) Parasol II, 0.1 CEU A fundamental human need is to be listened to, understood, validated and appreciated for who you are. For most people this critical need is insufficiently met resulting in a negative affect on relationships. Learn how to meet this need, reinforce self-esteem and improve relationships. Learn how to practice empathic listening by focusing both on the roles of character and skill. Be prepared for role-playing to practice the do’s and don’ts. Karen Butery, St. Louis Community College

3:40 – 4:45 pm

Boots on the Green (DEV) Room #60, 0.1 CEU This session will describe and show how an adapted golf program for Veterans with Disabilites was developed in St. Louis. We will also talk about how cooperation among serveral important entities was developed proving critical to the success of the program. Jerry Hitzhusen, University of Missouri - Columbia

How to Make Special Events Special (M/C) Room #61, 0.1 CEU Participants will learn ways to develop events that make a difference and encourage people to attend. Mary Vaughan, City of Maryland Heights, Miki McKee Koelsch, City of Webster Groves

Planning for the Un-Plannable (M&L) Room #63, 0.1 CEU This presentation will address a number of issues that could be encountered in daily park management and allow attendees to role-play or “Table Top” their solutions or how they would address these issues. Such circumstances will include lost children, out-of-town tour mishaps, major event incidents, etc. Jim Kent, St. Charles County

Concessions “Best Practices” to Run a Profitable Concessions Operations (PRO) Room #64, 0.1 CEU This will be an overview of a parks concessions operations, from its day to day operations, menu selection, and cost controls. Learn some of the tricks of the industry like free equipment, food promos, and other money saving ideas. Robert Uckele, Springfield-Greene Co. Park Board

Power in Numbers - Group Purchasing (SPO) Parasol I, 0.1 CEU Departments across Missouri have grouped together to purchase different sports products, leveraging bulk buying quantities for cheaper pricing. Explore the difficulties and successes of the program that can be applied to other products in sports and other areas. John Bell, City of Bridgeton

Combating the #1 Way to Die on the Job (PNR) Redbud, 0.1 CEU Vehicle crashes are the leading killer of American workers. Are your safety efforts meeting this challenge? This session details 10 achievable steps for improving employee safety as well as the financial stability of your organization. Maggie Goodman, City of Lebanon, Mark Woodward and Flint Walton, Missouri Employers Mutual

Aquatics, ADA and a Municipality’s To Do List (AQS) Room #74/75, 0.1 CEU There has been a lot of confusion concerning municipal pools and ADA compliance. This session will detail the physical elements necessary for your pool to be in compliance with the ADA. We will review the “reasonable accommodations” side of ADA compliance as well, so your staff is prepared to make everyone welcome. Terri Johnson, Municipal Partners for Inclusive Recreation

Keep your Members: A Survival Guide for Recreation Facilities (FIT) Parasol II, 0.1 CEU Retention is the key to organizational profitability, whether you’re thinking of your facility’s programs, individual training, or membership sales. This session will give you the tools to ensure that you direct your energy towards safeguarding your facility’s most precious asset - its members. Christi Gleason, City of Clayton

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Join us in Salon B&C Thursday night as MPRA pays tribute to those professionals and volunteers that have gone above and beyond to make their communities a better place to be.

Show your support for Abe Phillips as he is inducted into the Missouri Recreation and Parks Hall of Fame. Thank you Abe for your outstanding, unique, lasting and extraordinary contributions to the recreation and park movement in Missouri!

DOORS OPEN AT 5:45 PM. A plated dinner will be served and cash bar will be available. This event requires a ticket to attend.

Stick around after the program to congratulate the award winners. Cash bar will be available with complimentary draft Budweiser products courtesy of Missouri Eagle and complimentary soft drinks provided by Landscape Structures.

Free bowling and complimentary beverages will be available after the Awards Banquet until 11:30 pm at the Tan-Tar-A Resort Bowling Alley.

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8:30 am – 10:00 am Region Meetings Northwest (1) Region will meet in Room #74/75 Northeast (2) Region will meet in Room #63 Southwest (3) Region will meet in Room #64 Southeast (4) Region will meet in Room #76/77

10:00 am – 12:00 pm Board Member Orientation in Room #64

This session will outline expectations and responsibilities of board members, committee chairs, and region leadership. Have you thought about being more involved with MPRA but don’t know where to start? You can learn about all the different opportunities at this meeting. Those encouraged to attend are: President & President Elect Secretary/Treasurer Board Members at Large Region Directors & Director Elects Regional Committee Chairs of Annual Fund, Education, Legislation, & Membership

If you’re interested in helping on the 2015 Conference Committee,

contact Gary Gates - gary@mopark.org.

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2nd Wind Exercise EquipmentBooth # 64 & 65William Boyle17409 D Chesterfield Airport Rd.Chesterfield, MO 63005(763)248-8931 wboyle@2ndwindexercise.comFitness equipment, new,

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ABCreativeBooth # 10Karen Herren32225 W 8th St. De Soto, KS 66018(515)353-9800karen@abcreative.netProviding quality park and playground products.

Advance Exercise EquipmentBooth # 21 & 22Bruce Schlagel861 S Park Dr., Suite 100Middleton, CO 80120(303)996-0048bruce@advancedexercise.comFitness equipment distributer.

Agro-LogicsBooth # 67Denis Barron2330 Weldon ParkwaySt. Louis, MO 63146(314)993-6700wgm3djb@aol.comSales & Distribution of Dura-Edge, Amend-ments, Fertilizer & Chemicals.

Air-O-Later CorporationBooth # 9Deborah Hendrickson8100 PaseoKansas City, MO 64131(816)363-4242debbie@airolator.comManufacturer for over 40 years of surface and subsurface aerators, aerating foun-tains and decorative fountains for the park industry.

All Inclusive RecreationBooth # 56Stewart MackayPO Box 72

Farmington, MO 63640(573)701-9787air@allinclusiverec.comCommercial park & recreation products such as playground equipment, safety sur-facing, pavilions, fabric shade structures, site furnishings, outdoor musical equip-ment, sports equipment, outdoor fitness equipment, water play & splash pads.

American Camp Association - St. LouisBooth # 13Charlie Caspari730 Walnut Creek Ln.Town and Country, MO 63017(314)560-4014sherwdex@aol.comEducational association for camps.

American Ramp CompanyBooth # 90Tim Babcock601 McKinley Ave.Joplin, MO 64801(417)206-6816tim@americanrampcompany.comWorld’s premier skate park provider.

American Red CrossBooth # 5Kathie Edwards211 W Armour Blvd.Kansas City, MO 64111(816)841-5233catherine.edwards@redcross.orgAquatics programming in lifeguarding, learn to swim CPR/First Aid/AED with support services in Aquatic axaminer. eroducts: AED, first aid kits and program materials.

Arlan CompanyBooth # 19Larry Arlan11835 Roe Ave.Leawood, KS 66211(913)338-1977larryarlan@gmail.comMunicipal parks and recreation chemicals and supplies.

Athco, LLCBooth # 26Jason Cates13500 W 108th St.Lenexa, KS 66215(913)469-5600

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BagSpot Pet Waste SolutionsBooth # 28Jeffrey Springer9648 Olive Blvd. Box 313Olivette, MO 63132(800)203-3613info@bagspot.comBiodegradable pet waste bags and pat-ented pet waste managment solutions for parks and recreation professionals.

Bi-State PoolsBooth # 15Matt Ottinger509 Civic Park Dr.O’Fallon, MO 63366(636)379-3000matt@bistatepool.comCommercial swimming pool repairs, renova-tions, and chemicals. Certified installer of energy saving swimming pool equipment.

Blue Water PoolsBooth # 116Phil Helms1309 N Hills #201North Little Rock, AR 72114(501)812-0011phil.helms@bluewater-pools.comAccu-Tab swimming pool chlorination sys-tems. Safe, consistent delivery of calcium hypochlorite. System can service 1,000 - 1,000,000 gallon pools.

Bowman Bowman Novick, Inc.Booth # 6Paul Novick411 Nichols Rd., #246Kansas City, MO 64112(816)753-2550pjn@bbnarchitects.comLandscape architects.

BSN SportsBooth # 23Sara Varn1901 Diplomat Dr.Farmers Branch, TX 75234(800)527-7510svarn@bsnsports.com

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Conference sponsors are noted in blue. Thank you, Sponsors!

BSN Sports has everything you need to support your sports and recreation pro-grams. We are a team committed to game changing solutions by offering personalized service that is tailored to you, fast shipping, name brands, and our “One Stop Shop.”

Carrothers ConstructionBooth # 40Cherie Worden401 W Wea St.Paola, KS 66071(913)294-8155 Ext. 8155wordenc@carrothersconstruction.comWe are general construction contractors who specialzes in the construction of aquatic facilities.

Challenger SportsBooth # 58Lauren Wymore8263 Flint St.Lenexa, KS 66214(913)599-4884 Ext. 290jthompson@challengersports.comBritish soccer and uniforms and equipment.

Champlin Tire Recycling, Inc.Booth # 48 & 49Mark Haist402 HightowerNixa, MO 65714(785)262-1219mdhaist@hotmail.comPicnic tables, park benches and rubber mulch.

Commercial AquaticsBooth # 1 & 2Jim Montemayor1542 E Spruce St. Olathe, KS 66061(913)764-6990jim@commercialaquatics.comCommercial pool supplies and service.

Continental PoolsBooth # 50Mary Herbert805 E Warren St.Gardner, KS 66030mherbert@centurylink.netNew pool construction and renovations.

Counsilman Hunsaker & AssociatesBooth # 35Scott Hester10733 Sunset Office Dr., Ste 400St. Louis, MO 63127(314)894-1245lindaduerst@chh2o.comAquatic planning, design and engineering firm specializing in commercial aquatic venues.

CTS GroupBooth # 30Gina Bicknese15933 Clayton Rd. #110St. Louis, MO 63011(636)230-0843 Ext. 117gbicknese@ctsgroup.comGuaranteed energy saving facility and system retrofits.

Cunningham RecreationBooth # 3 & 4Michele ZiegelmeyerPO Box 240981Charlotte, NC 28224(816)718-7613michele@cunninghamassoc.comPark and playground equipment, sports/fitness equipment, shade and shelters, safety surfacing materials, custom theme and design, site furnishings and installa-tion. Park and playground maintenance and inspection software.

Custom Property SolutionsBooth # 119Ron Gable253 Chestnut Hill Rd.O’Fallon, MO 63368(636)293-8764ron@custompropmo.comParks and recreation products and services.

DNR-Division of State ParksBooth # 75Tyler SchwartzePO Box 176Jefferson City, MO 65102(573)751-9392tyler.schwartze@dnr.mo.govInformation on camping, lodging and other services provided by Missouri State Parks.

Fitness ShowcaseBooth # 70Rick Vemmer7517 W 119th St.Overland Park, KS 66213(913)766-3590vemmer@fitness-showcase.comPrecision fitness equipment sales & service since 1985! Serving Missouri, Kansas & Illinois. Exclusive dealer for Cybex! Autho-rized dealer for Vision, Stairmaster, Legend Fitness, Inflight & ProElite.

Foremost Fitness Group, LLCBooth # 51Brody Jackson704 Heatherstone Dr.High Ridge, MO 63049(314)413-2022brody@foremostfitnessgroup.comWe offer state of the art commercial fitness equipment and sports performance flooring as well as consulting with layout and facility design.

Fry & Associates, Inc.Booth # 33John Fry101 E 15th Ave.North Kansas City, MO 64116(800)221-4825sales@fryinc.comSales, design, installation and maintenance of public park and playground equipment.

GameTime AthleticsBooth # 108Beau HendrixPO Box 55Weston, MO 64098(877)891-2476info@gametimeathletics.comAthletic field equipment suppliers and field installation.

Gateway Disc SportsBooth # 16David McCormack2661 Metro Blvd.Maryland Heights, MO 63043(314)487-5204office@gdstour.comDisc golf course design and installation, discs, bags, baskets. Service include con-sulting/running tournaments, clinics and outings.

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ExhibitorsGateway FireworksDisplaysBooth # 114 & 115John WeiterPO Box 39327St. Louis, MO 63139(314)262-7976john@gatewayfireworks.comProfessional exhibitor of fire-works and special effects.

Gerald Perry Tennis Company, Inc.Booth # 37Carla Magers3381 Sommerset Rd.Springfield, MO 65804(417)894-9024geraldperrytennis@att.netWe surface, repair and build tennis courts and other sport courts.

J&J SnackfoodsBooth # 112Karl Kuehling10232 Rahning Rd.St. Louis, MO 63123(314)973-5125kkuehling@jjsnack.comManufacturer of snacks for the concession stand. Soft pretzels, cookies, funnel cakes, frozen novelties and Icee.

JACOBSBooth # 79Michael Pratl501 N BroadwaySt. Louis, MO 63102(314)335-4674michael.pratl@jacobs.comJacobs is a consulting firm specializing in planning, design, and operations for the parks and recreation industry.

Jayhawk Plastic, Inc.Booth # 36Marcus Kain15285 S Keeler St.Olathe, KS 66062(913)957-0855marcusk@jayhawk.comWe offer site furnishings that include bench-es, tables, message centers, recepticals, and much more out of recycled plastic!

Jefferson City CVBBooth # 59Marianne Thies

100 E High St.Jefferson City, MO 65101(800)769-4183marianne@visitjeffersoncity.comLet us plan your day trip or overnight. If you don’t sell enough tickets, I’ll cancel and promise not to whine! Come visit!

Kiefer USABooth # 118Ron DeMeyer2910 Falling Waters Blvd.Lindenhurst, IL 60046(847)245-8450 Ext. 106ron@kieferfloors.comFounded in 1977 and based in Lindenhurst, IL, Kiefer is an award-winning, athletic surface design and installation company and is an authorized dealer of Mondo sports surfaces and Connor Sports flooring.

Land 3 Studio, LLCBooth # 17Bob Bushyhead1100 W Cambridge Circle Dr.Kansas City, KS 66103(913)371-7933bbushyhead@land3studio.comParks and recreation planning and design.

Larkin AquaticsBooth # 54Kyle McCawley9200 Ward Parkway, Ste. 200Kansas City, MO 64114(816)361-0440kyle.mccawley@lra-inc.comAquatic design consultants.

Leisure Masters LLCBooth # 109 & 110Robert Ament207 West Ave.Valley Park, MO 63088(314)541-2294rament@yolfusa.comYOLF (Yard Golf) is a game for the whole family. Can be played indoors on carpet or outdoors on grass or turf.

Lifeguards Unlimited, Inc.Booth # 72 & 73Renee Jeep4709 LaGuardia Dr., Ste. 180St. Louis, MO 63134(314)423-9899rjeep@lifeguardsunlimited.comFull-service pool management.

Lose & AssociatesBooth # 8Marla Simmons1314 5th Ave. N, Ste. 200Nashville, TN 37208(615)242-0040msimmons@loseassoc.comLandscape architecture, architecture and civil engineering.

M&M Golf Cars, LLCBooth # 106 & 107Jon Oliver19873 Hwy ZZMexico, MO 65265(573)581-8188joliver@mmgolfcars.comClub Car Golf & Utility Vehicles

M/R & AssociatesBooth # 39Patrick Laux2726 S Brentwood Blvd.St. Louis, MO 63144(314)962-8960plaux@mrassocinc.comDrinking fountains & bottlefillers.

McCann Concrete Products, Inc.Booth # 66Mark Melvin8709 Rt. 159Dorsey, IL 62021(618)377-3888markm.mcp@gmail.comEasi-Set prefabricated concrete buildings. McConnell & Associates Corp.Booth # 68Wendy Miller1225 Iron St.North Kansas City, MO 64116(816)842-6066w.miller@mcconnellassociates.orgTennis court and running track surfaces and construction.

McCownGordon ConstructionBooth # 32Jennifer Sivwright422 Admiral Blvd.Kansas City, MO 64106(816)960-1111jsivwright@mccowngordon.comCommercial construction.

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Miracle RecreationBooth # 81Curt HutchinsonPO Box 194Troy, MO 63379(314)436-5000curt@hutchinson-recreation.comPlaygrounds, shelters, safety surfacing, fitness equipment, and splashpads.

Missouri Propane Research and Education CouncilBooth # 121-123Steve Ahrens4110 Country Club Dr.Jefferson City, MO 65109(573)893-7655steve@missouripropane.comPropane lawn equipment is helping im-prove the budgets and air quality for land-scape operations across the country. Come visit MOPERC’s booth for information on benefits and incentives on converting your equipment.

MPR – Scholarship Charitable TrustBooth # 14Keith Ernce901 S NationalSpringfield, MO 65897(417)836-5411keithernce@missouristate.eduConsider donating to the MPR Student Scholarship Trust. Donations made will enter you in a drawing for a Full Educa-tion pass to the 2015 MPRA Conference in Springfield.

Missouri Turf PaintBooth # 83Larry Davis1201 E 63rd St.Kansas City, MO 64110(800)426-0774larry@missouriturfpaint.comAthletic field paint.

Missouri Vocational EnterprisesBooth # 55Dianne Salmons1717 Industrial Dr.Jefferson City, MO 65102(573)522-2939dianne.salmons@doc.mo.govWood furniture, clothing, chairs, graphic arts, chemical engraving, metal, signs and print.

Monitor ProductionsBooth # 100Dick Hines110 E Main St.Wyanet, IL 61379(815)699-2424monitor110@hotmail.comFree monitor systems, flat screen televi-sion and media players. We create colorful monthly slide shows to inform your mem-bers of programs, activities and community events.

MPR Supply CompanyBooth # 11Jim Osborne2541 Link Rd.St. Louis, MO 63114jim@mprsupply.comStormwater run off, irrigation services.

Musco LightingBooth # 34Todd Stych100 1st St.Oskaloosa, IA 52577(563)260-0994nick.mauer@musco.comMusco provides indoor and outdoor lighting solutions and makes sports lighting happen worldwide, featuring environmentally and budget friendly Light-Structure GreenTM.

National Playground Compliance GroupBooth # 47Ernest Knight205 S GarfieldCarlisle, IA 50047(314)225-7988ernie@playgroundcompliance.comCommercial playground equipment and duromat rubber tiles.

NautilousBooth # 102 & 103Alex Fulton709 Powerhouse Rd.Independence, VA 24348(765)520-5590afulton@medfitsys.comFitness equipment.

New Again, Inc. Outdoor Furniture Restoration Booth # 20

Kathy Gharst904 E Loula Ste. BOlathe, KS 60661(913)764-1999kathy@napf.coRestoration of outdoor furniture, restrapping, mesh sling replacement and powder coating.

Oates & Associates, Inc.Booth # 29Barb Anderson100 Lanter Ct., Ste. 1Collinsville, IL 62234(618)345-2200barb.anderson@oatesassociates.comEngineering and architectural design, transportation planning, traffic engineering, highway and street design, water resourc-es, site design, structural engineering, municipal services, recreational facilities, survey, construction services.

Optimist InternationalBooth # 69Danny Schuette4494 Lindell Blvd.St. Louis, MO 63108(618)972-1636danny.schuette@optimist.orgOptimist International is a non-profit asso-ciation of more than 2,600 Optimist Clubs around the world dedicated to “Bringing Out the Best in Kids.”

Performance Fitness EquipmentBooth # 63Mike McGraw1202 SW Crystal Creek Pl.Blue Springs, MO 64015mike@pfekc.comProviding over 30 years of sales and service in the fitness equipment industry, representing some of the industries’ best manufactures.

Planning Design StudioBooth # 31Andrew Franke727 N 1st St., Ste. 360St. Louis, MO 63102(314)241-3600andrewfranke@planningdesignstudio.comLandscape architectural services including park and recreation master planning and design.

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ExhibitorsPower PlayBooth # 113Craig Hamelin12812 S Memorial Dr. Ste. 100Bixby, OK 74137(918)728-9978chamelin@cox.netSplashpad and water play-ground equipment, water slides, shelters, bleachers,

site furnishings, skate parks, playground equipment, outdoor fitness equipment and safety surfacing.

PR FitnessBooth # 53 & 80Kory Wilson2370 Spyglass Summit Ct.High Ridge, MO 63049(314)662-6429kory@prfit.netFitness Sales, service, design and consulting.

Premier PolysteelBooth # 60Richard Stensrud1579 Oak Glen Dr.Fenton, MO 63026(262)308-2597richardstensrud@aol.comCommercial outdoor furniture, fully plastisol coated. Low maintenance, 15 year war-ranty, protected with ultra violet and fungal inhibitor to protect against the elements.

Public Restroom CompanyBooth # 120Katie Sherin9390 Gateway Dr.Reno, NV 89521(888)888-2060katie@publicrestroomcompany.comPublic Restroom Company is a design/build specialist for “odor free” park rest-room buildings.

Push Pedal PullBooth # 27 & 42Melissa Anderson14300 B Buck Hill Rd.Burnsville, MN 55337(952)892-6050manderson@pushpedalpull.comPush Pedal Pull is an industry pioneer and a leader in the sales and service of pre-mium fitness equipment for both residential and commercial settings.

Rec Brands GroupBooth # 117Jonathan Harnetiaux655 HurstgreenSt. Louis, MO 63119(314)203-0910jharnetiaux@recbrandsgroup.comPlaygrounds, shelters, amenities.

Riggs Recreation EquipmentBooth # 104Ashley WalshPO Box 6191Leawood, KS 66206(913)341-8875riggsrec@gmail.comPark and playground equipment, shades and shelters, tennis court surfacing, site furnishings and safety surfacing.

Sapp Design Associates Architects, P.C.Booth # 24Michael Sapp3750 S Fremont Ave.Springfield, MO 65804(417)877-9600info@sdaarchitects.comArchitecture & planning firm that offers a unique combination of award-winning design with cost-effective solutions.

Sedalia CVBBooth # 41Carolyn Crooker600 E 3rd St.Sedalia, MO 65301(800)827-5295cvb@sedaliamo.orgVisitor information for things to do and places to see in the Sedalia area.

SFS ArchitectureBooth # 43Carol Tracy1150 Grand Blvd., Ste. 400Kansas City, MO 64106(816)474-1397cmtracy@sfsarch.comArchitecture, interior design and planning for community recreation facilities, aquat-ics, athletic complexes and parks.

Spalding Team SportsBooth # 46Lisa Miceli1 Fruit of the Loom Dr.Bowling Green, KY 42102(314)288-8749

lisa.miceli@fotlinc.comSpalding basketballs, volleyballs, foot-balls, soccer balls, baseballs and Spalding basketball and volleyball equipment, and Dudley softballs.

Spec-Rite DesignsBooth # 91Steve Kistner1054 Central Industrial Dr.St. Louis, MO 63110(314)633-4932Skistner@specritedesigns.comDesign and manufacture of phenolic products, lockers, cabinets, and furniture carrying a 15 year performance warranty.

SportsPlay Equipment, Inc.Booth # 61Scott Meyer5642 Natural BridgeSt. Louis, MO 63120(314)389-4040 Ext. 3345smeyer@sportsplayinc.comManufacturer of playground and sports equipment, since 1996. SportsPlay is the best value on the playground and in the neighborhood. We put the value in play!

SSCI - Operation TLC2Booth # 57Chris Goodman1853 Piedmont Rd., Ste. 100Marietta, GA 30066(866)996-7412cgoodman@ssci2000.comAmerica’s #1 in parks and recreation back-ground screening.

Technogym USABooth # 38Christine Almonte700 Route 46 E, Ste.200Fairfield, NJ 07004(800)804-9052 Ext. 2040calmonte@technogym.comTechnogym creates, designs, and manu-factures innovative solutions to cultivate a person’s physical and physiological well being through physical activity.

The Clark Enersen PartnersBooth # 45Bob Everitt1010 Lincoln Mall, Ste. 200Lincoln, NE 68508(402)477-9291bob.everitt@clarkenersen.com

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Architecture, landscape architecture, engineering.

The Kincaid Karacter CompanyBooth # 44Doug Kincaid498 S 5th St.St. Charles, MO 63301(636)916-1133albjjb@gmail.comThe Kincaid Karacter Company will provide your special events with Mascots, fully staffed souvenir photo booths, and much more!

The StressCrete GroupBooth # 62Michael Wilburn14503 Wallick Rd.Atchison, KS 66002(913)255-3112mwilburn@stresscrete3.comOutdoor lighting and spun concrete pole manufacturer. Providing exceptional prod-ucts and services since 1953.

TurfMark Services, LLCBooth # 111Mark MatthewsPO Box 939Osage Beach, MO 65065(573)434-7323mark@turfmarkservices.comAthletic field maintenance and renovation contractor.

United Industries, IncBooth # 105Jim Luallen5247 N Bristol Ave.Kansas City, MO 64119(816)326-8891jim.uii@kc.rr.comRecreational aquatics, manufacturer and supply.

University of Missouri ExtensionBooth # 74Cindy DeBlauw1205 University Ave., Ste. 300Columbia, MO 65211(573)882-2399deblauwc@missouri.eduResources to assist parks in providing healthy choices in their food service opera-tions.

USTA Missouri ValleyBooth # 12John Terpkosh4305 E 307th St.Cleveland, MO 64734(913)967-9926jterpkosh@movalley.usta.comPromoting tennis, programs, resources & grants.

Vaughan Pools & SpasBooth # 101Brent Brockmeyer1909 S Country Club Dr.Jefferson City, MO 65109(573)893-3650bbrockmeyer@cs.comResidential, commercial, custom-designed gunite pools, water features, above ground pools, spas and hot tubs. Service and supplies, we have the experience and expertise to meet your every expectation. CPO training available.

Vermont Systems, Inc.Booth # 76Kathy Messier12 Market PlaceEssex Junction, VT 5452(802)879-6993kathym@vermontsystems.comVermont Systems provides RecTrac Premier Recreation & Parks Management software solutions with unparalleled sup-port. Also available: WebTrac, GolfTrac, FinTrac & MainTrac

VireoBooth # 71Steven Rhoades929 Walnut, Ste. 700Kansas City, MO 64106(816)756-5690 Ext. 3004steve@bevireo.comLandscape architecture, park system master planning, and park planning design.

Vortex Inc.Booth # 99Rita LeonardPO Box 208Perry, KS 66073(785)597-5989vortex@inlandnet.netAthletic field marking chalk, infield soil conditioners, drying agents, top dressing, packing clay and municipal pool chemicals.

Vortex-MidwestBooth # 82Cory Anderson425 W Grand River Ave., Ste. BWilliamston, MI 48895(517)375-2316angie@vortex-midwest.comWith over 5,000 aquatic playgrounds worldwide and over 350 installations in the midwest, Vortex is the largest manufacturer of its kind.

Water’s Edge Aquatic DesignBooth # 7Nick Hamill11205 W 79th St. Lenexa, KS 66214(913)438-4338nhamill@wedesignpools.comWaters Edge Aquatic Design is an aquatic engineering firm specializing in the evalu-ation, planning, and design of swimming pools and aquatic centers, water parks, water spray grounds, and fountains.

Westport PoolsBooth # 77 & 78David White156 Weldon ParkwayMaryland Heights, MO 63043(314)432-1801dwhite@westportpools.comAquatic services - design, build, manage, repairs, and renovations, equipment sales and aquatic management consulting. New water conditioning innovations that enhance the experience for operator and user.

WNB ArchitectsBooth # 52Jenna Guild517 DelawareKansas City, MO 64105(816)283-3731Jguild@wnbarchitects.comDesign specialists in aquatic and recreation facilities.

Worlds of FunBooth # 25Allison Prettyman4545 Worlds of Fun Ave.Kansas City, MO 64161(816)303-5128allison.prettyman@worldsoffun.comWorlds of Fun is a destination for fun and a special treat for employees, family, and friends. We offer discount rates for all ages.

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March 25-26, 2014 NRPA Legislative Forum on Parks & Recreation

Washington, D.C.

March 19-20, 2014 Aquatic Facility

Operator Course Nixa, MO

March 25-27, 2014 Certified Playground

Safety Inspector Course St. Charles, MO

September, 2014 Lyle B. Beaver Leadership

Development Institute Location TBD

September, 2014 MPRA/KRPA

Executive Forum Location TBD, KS

September 28-29, 2014 Student Retreat Lake Ozark, MO

October 14-16, 2014 NRPA Congress & Expo

Charlotte, NC

November 4-6, 2014 Certified Playground

Safety Inspector Course North Kansas City, MO

February 24 – 27, 2015 MPRA Annual

Conference & Expo University Plaza Springfield, MO

Upcoming MPRA Events and Future Conference Dates

Toll Free Tel: 1.800.361.1259 Toll Free Fax: 1.888.652.6565 Int'l: 1.519.686.0028 e-mail: info@medtechgroup.com

Thank you all for attending the 2014 MPRA Annual Conference & Expo! We hope you had a great time and are leaving energized and informed.

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