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Pleasant Valley parks to add security, programs
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More from Other NewsThe Pleasant Valley Recreation and Park District board adopted Wednesday night a $7.8 million operating and capital budget filled with new programs and facility renovations.
Board members voted 4-0 to approve the 2007-08 fiscal year budget with nearly $6.8 million for the general fund and about $1 million for the assessment district fund, which is also considered the capital improvement fund. Director Bob Kelley was absent.
The fiscal year began July 1, but a preliminary district budget was approved last month.
The district allotted about $72,300 for a new park patrol program. It intends to have part-time park rangers provide security for facilities, assist in emergencies and enforce park rules and regulations, among other duties.
Another new program is "H2O On The Go," a fitness camp for children ages eight to 12. The program is aimed to teach children how to live a healthy lifestyle through various methods, including exercise. The water-based camp at the Pleasant Valley Aquatic Center will include swimming, strength training and trivia questions.
For facility renovations, $75,000 has been allotted for a program that will aim to evaluate which playgrounds at park sites need new equipment and amenities. Services and materials would be purchased to maintain or renovate play equipment.
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