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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024 10.02 PRC AgendaParks & Recreation Commission City of Apache Junction, Arizona Agenda Meeting Location: City Council Chambers at City Hall 300 E Superstition Blvd Apache Junction, AZ 85119 apachejunctionaz.gov P: (480) 983-2181 Doors are open to the public at least 15 minutes prior to the posted meeting start time. City Council Chambers6:00 PMWednesday, October 2, 2024 1.Call to Order 2.Pledge of Allegiance 3.Roll Call 4.Consent Agenda The commission may, at this time, take single action on any or all items listed as consent agenda items. These include acceptance of agenda and acceptance of minutes. Any member of the commission may remove any item from the consent agenda for discussion and cause a separate vote on the matter later in the agenda. 24-790 Consideration of approval of agenda. 24-791 Consideration of approval of regular meeting minutes of September 4, 2024. Meeting Minutes 9.4.24Attachments: 5.Information and Reports The chair at this time may announce information regarding activities involving Parks and Recreation matters, such as, but not limited to attendance of commission members at community meetings or events, seminars or conferences, or upcoming events or conferences 6.Staff Report The Director or those individuals designated by the Director may present information pertinent to items under consideration or information related to the operation of the department. 24-792 Presentation and update on projects and opportunities in the parks and other service areas. Sponsors:Dave Butler 24-793 Presentation, discussion and update on upcoming events and activities. Sponsors:Jamie Sullivan Page 1 City of Apache Junction, Arizona Printed on 12/10/2025 October 2, 2024Parks & Recreation Commission Agenda 7.Old Business 24-794 Presentation and discussion on update to the Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan. Sponsors:Riley King Apache Junction Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan- DraftAttachments: 8.New Business 9.Call to Public Arizona Open Meeting Law allows individuals to address Commission on any issue within the jurisdiction of the Commission. Commission may not answer your questions or discuss your comments at this time. However, at the conclusion of Call to the Public, Commission may do any of the following: 1) respond to criticism made by any individual who addresses the Commission; 2) ask staff to review a matter; 3) ask staff to place the matter on a future agenda. Commission shall not discuss or take legal action on matters raised at Call to the Public unless the matters have been properly noticed for discussion and legal action. Please stand, approach the podium microphone and state your name and address after being called to speak. There is a three (3) minute time limit per speaker. 10.Call for Future Agenda Items At this time Parks and Recreation commissioners or Parks and Recreation staff members are given the opportunity to suggest a topic or topics to be added to the next or any subsequent agenda of the Parks and Recreation Commission. No discussion of the topics suggested are to take place at this time 11.Selection of Meeting Dates, Times, Location and Purpose 24-795 Regular Meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission to be held at 6:00 p.m. on November 6, 2024 in the city council chambers located at 300 E. Superstition Boulevard. 12.Adjournment The City of Apache Junction invites and welcomes people of all abilities to use our programs, sites and facilities. Specific requests may be made by contacting the Human Resources Office at (480) 474-2617 or TDD (480) 983-0095. Page 2 City of Apache Junction, Arizona Printed on 12/10/2025 Agenda Item Cover Sheet City of Apache Junction, Arizona 300 E Superstition Boulevard Apache Junction, AZ 85119 File ID: 24-790 Agenda Date: 10/2/2024 Sponsor: In Control: Parks & Recreation CommissionIndex: Consideration of approval of agenda. Page 1 City of Apache Junction, Arizona Printed on 12/10/2025 Agenda Item Cover Sheet City of Apache Junction, Arizona 300 E Superstition Boulevard Apache Junction, AZ 85119 File ID: 24-791 Agenda Item No. Agenda Date: 10/2/2024 Sponsor: In Control: Parks & Recreation CommissionIndex: Consideration of approval of regular meeting minutes of September 4, 2024. Page 1 City of Apache Junction, Arizona Printed on 12/10/2025 Meeting Location: City Council Chambers at City Hall 300 E Superstition Blvd Apache Junction, AZ 85119 apachejunctionaz.gov P: (480) 983-2181 City of Apache Junction, Arizona Meeting Minutes Parks & Recreation Commission Doors are open to the public at least 15 minutes prior to the posted meeting start time. 6:00 PM City Council ChambersWednesday, September 4, 2024 Call to Order1. Vice Chair Sheryl Bigelow called the regular meeting of the City of Apache Junction Parks and Recreation Commission to order at 6:00 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance2. Vice Chair Sheryl Bigelow led in the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll Call3. Vice Chair Bigelow, Commissioner Schoenbeck, Commissioner Borey, Commissioner Kyhn, Commissioner Moore, and Commissioner Madrid Present 6 - Chairperson MoellerExcused1 - Staff present: Liz Langenbach, Parks and Recreation Director Jamie Sullivan, Recreation Superintendent Riley King, Management Analyst Christi Hamm, Senior Administrative Assistant Consent Agenda4. Commissioner Terralle Moore moved that the Parks and Recreation Commission accept the agenda as presented and approve the minutes from the August 7, 2024 regular meeting. Commissioner Felicia Madrid seconded the motion. This was approved. Yes:Vice Chair Bigelow, Commissioner Schoenbeck, Commissioner Borey, Commissioner Kyhn, Commissioner Moore and Commissioner Madrid 6 - No:0 Excused:Chairperson Moeller1 - 24-697 Consideration of approval of agenda. 24-699 Consideration of approval of regular meeting minutes of August 7, 2024. Meeting Minutes 8.7.24Attachments: Information and Reports5. Page 1City of Apache Junction, Arizona September 4, 2024Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes Several commissioners made positive comments about events they attended including the Last Splash, the Garden Party and the Painted Sky Park ribbon cutting. Commissioner Terralle Moore gave a brief update on the Art Commission's selection process for the Multi-Generational Center's window. Staff Report6. 24-700 Presentation and update on projects and opportunities in the parks and other service areas. Director Liz Langenbach briefed the commission on the Painted Sky Park soft opening ribbon cutting and announced the future grand opening date will be November 2, 2024. She noted upcoming overseeding at the ballfields, City Hall Complex Park, Flatiron Park and there will be entrance modifications at the Dutchman Dog Park. She concluded with updates on the future pickleball courts and the Rodeo Grounds design phases will be going to council. 24-701 Presentation, discussion and update on upcoming events and activities. Recreation Superintendent Jamie Sullivan updated the commission on the successful turnouts at Saturday swim lessons, Fairytale Fair, and Family Bingo Night. She announced upcoming events and asked for volunteers for the Mad Science event. 24-706 Presentation on Arizona Parks and Recreation Association awards. Recreation Superintendent Jamie Sullivan shared videos of the department's Arizona Parks and Recreation Association winners from this year's APRA Conference. Gary Gartner took home the award for an Outstanding Sports Program and Riley King received the Young Professional award. Old Business7. 24-702 Update and discussion on Tree City USA. Director Liz Langenbach gave a brief overview of the Tree City USA program and the requirements of the department to maintain the status. She shared with the commission the point system and discussed the categories where the department can earn points. She mentioned that the department has earned enough points already for the upcoming submission deadline. All questions and comments from the commission were answered and noted. 24-703 Presentation and discussion on update to the Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan. Management Analyst Riley King shared the strategic plan and pointed out several items that would be addressed and changed such as pictures, the organizational chart, maps and more. Many commissioners expressed ideas for parks, programming for special interest, additional outdoor recreation, senior services, and youth engagement. New Business8. 24-704 Discussion on the America 250 Events with staff and representatives from the Apache Trail Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Vice Chair Sheryl Bigelow called attention to this New Business item number 24-704 for presentation before Old Business numbers 24-702 and 24-703 listed on the agenda. Page 2City of Apache Junction, Arizona September 4, 2024Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes Recreation Superintendent Jamie Sullivan introduced representatives Anne and Kelly from the Apache Trail Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. She mentioned they will collaborate with the department to enhance the existing 4th of July event along with facilitating their semiquincentennial celebrations. Both representatives spoke to the commission and provided information about their role in helping promote the community's involvement in America 250 in 2026. All questions from the commissioners were answered and noted. Call to Public9. None. Call for Future Agenda Items10. Selection of Meeting Dates, Times, Location and Purpose11. 24-705 Regular Meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission to be held at 6:00 p.m. on October 2, 2024 in the city council chambers located at 300 E. Superstition Boulevard. Commissioner Frank Schoenbeck moved, seconded by Commissioner Terralle Moore that the regular session of the Parks and Recreation Commission be held October 2, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. in the city council chambers located at 300 E Superstition Boulevard, Apache Junction. This was approved. Yes:Vice Chair Bigelow, Commissioner Schoenbeck, Commissioner Borey, Commissioner Kyhn, Commissioner Moore and Commissioner Madrid 6 - No:0 Excused:Chairperson Moeller1 - Adjournment12. Vice Chair Sheryl Bigelow adjourned the meeting at 7:48 p.m. Page 3City of Apache Junction, Arizona Agenda Item Cover Sheet City of Apache Junction, Arizona 300 E Superstition Boulevard Apache Junction, AZ 85119 File ID: 24-792 Agenda Date: 10/2/2024 Sponsor: Dave Butler In Control: Parks & Recreation CommissionIndex: Presentation and update on projects and opportunities in the parks and other service areas. Page 1 City of Apache Junction, Arizona Printed on 12/10/2025 Agenda Item Cover Sheet City of Apache Junction, Arizona 300 E Superstition Boulevard Apache Junction, AZ 85119 File ID: 24-793 Agenda Date: 10/2/2024 Sponsor: Jamie Sullivan In Control: Parks & Recreation CommissionIndex: Presentation, discussion and update on upcoming events and activities. Page 1 City of Apache Junction, Arizona Printed on 12/10/2025 Agenda Item Cover Sheet City of Apache Junction, Arizona 300 E Superstition Boulevard Apache Junction, AZ 85119 File ID: 24-794 Agenda Date: 10/2/2024 Sponsor: Riley King In Control: Parks & Recreation CommissionIndex: Presentation and discussion on update to the Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan. Page 1 City of Apache Junction, Arizona Printed on 12/10/2025 Apache Junction Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan 2024/2025 Apache Junction Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan 2024/2025 Apache Junction Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan 2024/2025 Apache Junction Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan 2024/2025 Apache Junction Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan 2024/2025 Introduction The Strategic Plan serves as a guide to help prioritize and budget for critical programs, facilities, and services that align with the City’s General Plan and the changing needs of our community. It is a living document and is updated/adopted on an annual basis by the Parks & Recreation Commission. Most of the items are listed according to our Fiscal year (July-June); however, there are some stats that are most effectively shared on a Calendar Year (January-December) basis. In addition to the opening of Painted Sky Park, we have many more exciting improvements to existing parks and facilities. Below are highlights of our fiscal year 2024/2025 Budget: ·Prospector Park – Complete sports field dark sky friendly lighting retrofit ·Prospector Park – Drainage improvements and completion of curbing/sidewalk accessibility ·Prospector Park – Shade Structures (Phase 3… update once hear back re: CDBG) ·Prospector Park – Pickleball courts design and construction ·Superstition Shadows Park & Little League Complex – ballfield fencing replacement ·Superstition Shadows Park - fitness equipment and playground shade… CDBG?) ·Superstition Shadows Park - drainage channel and ADA accessibility ·Superstition Shadows – Restroom facility ·Superstition Shadows Park – pathway lighting throughout ·Superstition Shadows Park – Ballfield dark sky friendly lighting retrofit ·Superstition Shadows Aquatic Center – secondary sanitation system ·Superstition Shadows Aquatic Center – Shade… CDBG?) ·CAP Trail Design ·Palm Wash – improvements to Arroyo Verde and Renaissance Point neighborhoods ·Dutchman Dog Park – ADA improvements at park entrances ·MGC – Shower/Restroom remodel for ADA and Non-Gender based access ·Apache Trail Median – landscape improvements With the expansion of facilities and program areas, our team continues to grow. Below are the new positions allocated to the Parks and Recreation Department in the 2024/2025 fiscal year: ·Maintenance Specialist – assigned to Rodeo Grounds and Open Space/Trails ·Maintenance Specialist – assigned as an additional irrigation tech to help manage miles of irrigation and water lines ·Two Maintenance Workers – to bring our crews back to pre-recession numbers ·Management Analyst - to take over Rodeo Grounds promotions and the city-wide Special Event Liaison role, in addition to current facility reservation processes ·Outdoor Recreation Coordinator – to manger and expand the outdoor programs and natural resource grants and initiatives As always, our goal is to serve our community and deliver the best parks, facilities, and programs possible. We have so many exciting things planned, and we hope you will join us, all year long as we #PartyWithParks! Liz Langenbach Parks & Recreation Director Our Vision: Our Mission Our Vision About Our Team Through exemplary performance, the Apache Junction Parks and Recreation Department provides quality services to an entire community with diverse recreational programs and an integrated, efficient and safe system of parks, trails and recreational facilities. To accommodate growth, the department also promotes visionary leisure opportunities and community partnerships in a progressive, innovative fashion, while demonstrating appreciation for a sensitive environment. Connecting through people, parks and programs Organizational Chart Organizational Chart OBJECTIVES/POLICIES STRATEGIES/ACCOMPLISHMENTS Policy 2.1.1- Encourage and facilitate public participation in planning and expanding the parks and trail system 9 public Parks & Recreation Commission meetings were conducted in FY24 Held focus groups on Pickleball and Rodeo Grounds Design in FY24 Begin surveying the community on gaps in our Parks and Amenities Policy 2.1.2 - Consider development of additional community facilities Built and opened new Admin building with storage space Painted Sky Park, Ironwood linear Park, & Ridgeline Linear Park in Superstition Vistas were built Policy 2.1.3 - Coordinate with developers to incorporate potential sites for parks, trails, open space and other recreational facilities Built first community fishing lake in Painted Sky Park Continue working with Superstition Vistas developers to incorporate public parks Exploring sites with developers to add large scale splashpads & sports fields Policy 2.1.4 - Coordinate with other public and private groups on jointly developed parks, trails, and recreational facilities Partnering with Pinal County on the development of the CAP Trail and Superstition Basin for future parks on their property Weeke's Wash Regional Stormwater Detention facility - considering recreation amenities in design Partnering with BLM on a jointly operated trailhead along Sheep Drive Trail Policy 2.1.5 - Update and reintroduce the parks and recreation master plan for review and eventual approval by the City Council Updating the Strategic Plan yearly to help guide department. Start researching on Parks and Recreation Master Plan Begin researching 10 minute walk concept in relationship to the adopted city general plan New Park Development General Plan - Goal 2.1 Develop a system of parks, trails and open space to meet the recreational and health needs of Apache Junction residents and visitors OBJECTIVES/POLICIES STRATEGIES/ACCOMPLISHMENTS Policy 2.2.1 - Include priority park system expansion projects and necessary maintenance programs in the City's annual budget and capital improvement plan FY24 completed $4 million in capital facility expansion/improvement projects FY25 budgeted $5.3 million Policy 2.2.2 - Pursue options for purchase or patent from BLM on current Rec & Public Purpose Leases Review Prospector Park lease for patent/purchase Review Silly Mountain, Sheep Drive & Multi-Use Trails leases for patent/purchase Policy 2.2.3 - Consider updates, as needed, to existing intergovernmental agreements (IGAs) to increase usability of community facilities Continue working with Pinal County for CAP Trail & Superstition Basin The current agreement with AJUSD expires 2028 Create an IGA with Great Hearts School in Superstition Vista Policy 2.2.4 - Maintain an area of honor of war veterans as part of the City Hall campus Built a Veterans Memorial Park sign by partnering with local VFW Start to consider other public art pieces at Veterans Memorial Park Policy 2.2.5 - Continue to ehance landscaping in high visibility right-of-ways such as the Apache Trail/Old West Highway median Completed improvements Ironwood Dr. to Ocotillo Dr. FY25 plans include curb and gutter Ocotillo to Delaware Built Ironwood Linear Park at Superstition Vistas Policy 2.2.6 - Operate a Park Ranger program that provides a safe, secure and enjoyable facility/program experience for all users Hired a Park Ranger for trails/open spaces & homeless outreach Added and enhanced existing cameras to parks Park Expansion/Improvements General Plan - Goal 2.2 Plan for the safety, maintenance, and expansion of existing facilities OBJECTIVES/POLICIES STRATEGIES/ACCOMPLISHMENTS Policy 2.3.1 - Maintain existing youth and adult volunteer programs and develop new programs to further enhance programs and facilities 8,502 Volunteer hours in FY24 ($284,748.73 value) Continue existing volunteer programs (Jr guards, volunteer coaches, senior services) Add Silly Mountain Volunteer Program & Senior Volunteer Club Policy 2.3.2 - Through citizen input and the parks and recreation commission, evaluate the needs and provide a variety of programs and services Received 000 program/event survey responses in FY24 000 Program Sessions offered MGC sold 4,056 memberships for a total of 97,580 visits in FY24 Conducted 1,971 group fitness classes in FY24 Continue adding focus groups on MGC programs & spaces in FY25 Policy 2.3.3 - Maintain and develop special events that attract visitors and residents to parks and recreation facilities and downtown businesses Start to expand events to Superstition Vistas Add Outdoor recreation program area and expand our programing Add more events to the Rodeo Grounds Event Center Policy 2.3.4 - Develop and promote programs and facilities that are inclusive in nature and enhance the lives of individuals with special needs Renovating existing facilities to be more ADA accessible: MGC locker rooms, Dutchman Dog Park, Superstition Shadows, & PB courts at Prospector Park Built fully accessible playground at Painted Sky Park Managed modification requests to increase accessibility in programs Policy 2.3.5 - Support and assist governmental and non-profit organizations that offer related services/programs, and work together to avoid duplication Volunteer led, youth-serving non profits like AJ Little League and Black and Gold Youth Fball pay only 25% of facility reservation fees Worked cooperatively with local schools and library Added New Leaf into our Halloween Event Programs/Services General Plan - Goal 2.3 Take a leadership role in the community for execution of a diverse Parks & Recreation programming and services strategy OBJECTIVES/POLICIES STRATEGIES/ACCOMPLISHMENTS Policy 2.4.1 - Maximize participation in programs through improved marketing and offering multiple registration options Utilization of Civic Rec as our online and in- person registration software 56% of online and 44% in-person registrations Offer in person, online, & onsite registration options Response time to patrons is less than 24 hours Policy 2.4.2 - Maximize the public use of facilities through improved marketing and customer- oriented reservation processes Utilization of Civic Rec as our online and in person facility reservation software Processed 499 reservations at the dog park Added online reservations for dog parks, ramada’s & sports courts. Policy 2.4.3 - Utilize a multi-modal marketing approach to include print, electronic, radio, televised, social media, and in-person sources Social Media milestones: Facebook-12,000 followers & 471,000 reach Instagram- 2,000 followers & 17,000 reach Print Media milestones/goals: FY24 - brought back the popular Citizen magazine insert with full program listings Utilized multiple platforms to increase summer recruitment of staff Welcome Bags went out to 1,500 home buyers in new neighborhood developments Updated webpage's to be more user friendly Component #3: General Plan Goal 2.4 Promote parks, facilities and programs as a quality of life asset to attract new employers, residents and visitors to the community Marketing and Promotions OBJECTIVES/POLICIES STRATEGIES/ACCOMPLISHMENTS Policy 2.5.1 - Work cooperatively with other city departments to maximize use of grants, gifts, and corporate partnerships FY24 Grants included: Land Water & Conservation Fund, Invasive Plant Grant, LTAF Transportation grant, GRIC grant $122,522 grant utilization in FY24 $32,875 gifts and donations in FY24 $15,500 corporate partnerships in FY24 Policy 2.5.2 - Evaluate the parks and open space development fee and adjust as needed based on impact from users The City adopted new development fees in 2022 $401,655 in development fees raised in FY24 Superstition Vistas area contributes to new development through their Community Facilities District Policy 2.5.3 - Evaluate the parks and recreation fee structure for programs, facility rentals, and services every 5 years to insure compatability with the market and our community demographic Last market fee study done in 2021 and will start a new study in 2026 $5,500 in scholarships for those who cannot afford full fees were utilized Offered multiple programs free of charge within aquatics, youth special interest, and events General Plan Goal 2.5 Funding Strategies Utilize mulltiple funding sources in order to maximize services, programs, and facility amenities for city residents Fees Grants Taxes Sponsorships Development Fees Donations PARKS AND FACILITIES PLAN EXISTING SITES FISCAL YEAR 2024/2025 FISCAL YEAR 2025/2026 FUTURE City Hall Park Install additional playground feature Dutchman Dog Park Install shade structures Flatiron Park Splashpad fencing Add additional shade structure and event plaza sidewalks Little League Park Replace outfield and dugout fencing Laser-level infield Add shade structures Multi-Generational Center Locker room shower conversion design and construction Repaint interior Replace aging kitchen equipment Multi-Use Trails & Open Space Design/Construction of SR88 Trailhead with BLM Possible construction of SR88 Trailhead with BLM Construct trailheads Fencing repairs throughout Signage replacement throughout Prospector Park Drainage improvements construction Renovate ballfield irrigation system Updates to ramadas Softball fields 3&4 & Multi-Use fields update to LED/shielded lighting Drainage and curbing improvements throughout Renovate multi-use fields irrigation system Design and construction of additional PB courts Idaho Rd main water line replacement ROW & Neighborhood Properties Apache Trail Median (Ironwood to Ocotillo curbing and granite) Apache Trail Median Re-vegetation (Ironwood to Delaware) Palm Wash repairs Palm Wash design work Palm Wash repairs Granite replacement Arroyo Verde/Renissance Rodeo Event Center Design Phase 1 Master Plan Design Phase 2 Master Plan Implement identified master plan improvements Begin Phase 1 construction Construction of master plan phases 2 & 3 Begin process for acquiring additional city-owned land Silly Mountain Park Update fencing and signage Update fencing Implement invasive grasses grant Implement invasive grasses grant Continue invasive grasses grant Interagency resource/interpretive center construction Review and update Master Plan PARKS AND FACILITIES PLAN EXISTING SITES FISCAL YEAR 2024/2025 FISCAL YEAR 2025/2026 FUTURE Superstition Shadows Park LWCF Updates - restroom, skatepark fence replacement, ADA ramps, fitness circuit Skatepark concrete and bowls repair Replacement play equipment Ballfield lighting LED conversion Laser-level infields Update Ramadas ADA & drainage improvements SRP electrical connections to office and south side of park Superstition Shadows Aquatic Center Boiler replacement Recoat deck Filtration updates Install secondary sanitation system Fence & CMU wall replacement Restroom updates throughout Install added shade Painted Sky Park Painted Sky park opening: lake, adventure playground, dog park, and other amenities Design of Central District Park (lake, sports fields, and sports courts) Central district park construction Blossom Rock Linear Parks Ironwood & Ridgeline Linear Parks (Ray to Warner) Ironwood & Ridgeline Linear Parks (to elliott) Marquee & Focal Point Flower bed renovations FUTURE SITES FISCAL YEAR 2024/2025 FISCAL YEAR 2025/2026 FUTURE CAP Trail Environmental studies and design Construction of trail Superstition Basin and Park Construction of detention basin Design of walking trail Potential park and amenities Lost Dutchman Trail Prepare for MAG grant to fund Design/construction of trail (Silly Mountain to Superstition Mtn) Future phases designed and constructed Radiance North Park Public Park Design Public Park possible construction start Construction of pubic park (dependent on residential build out Weekes Wash Regional Detention & Rec Area Design of detention structure and amenities Construction of detention structure and amenities *Designates items that are being considered at multiple locations - will be built at only one location. PROGRAM AREA FISCAL YEAR 2024/2025 FUTURE Park Ranger Program Adding and updating safety equipment for Park Rangers Assess and add park rangers for future parks in the south part of the community Recreation/Service Programming Plan PROGRAM AREA FISCAL YEAR 2024/2025 FUTURE Aquatics Successfully recruited and hired enough staff to open 7 days a week Continue to expand aquatics programming; events, classes, etc. Added 3 new events and a swim team Improve aquatic administrative processes Events Added 3 new smaller events (July-September)Continue to diversify events at new park locations Add and improve on dog park events Look for alternative spaces for growing events Multi-Generational Center Increase programming on the new desk space Increase events hosted at the MGC Increase member engagement at the MGC Improve member check-in process Senior Programs Increase transportation options Increase recreational opportunities Increase volunteer participation & appreciation Sports Begin to strategically plan for expanded sports leagues; locations, coaches, evenings Expand pickleball program to utilize new Prospector courts Host a senior softball tournament Youth Programs Move summer camp CCJH to expand the program Grow summer program to multiple sites YAC to create a signature event Continue to grow teen programming Outdoor Recreation Programs Added events and programming at Silly Mountain Develop a fishing program Develop and implement a volunteer program for Silly Mountain park monitoring/maintaining Continue to partner with other agencies for programs and initiatives Admininstative/ Marketing Continue to explore online reservations for City facilities Continue to research marketing strategies to reach our community Explore Special Event ordinances for the City Get verified on our Social Media accounts Special Interest Increase staff lead special interest programs Continue to offer diverse programs for all ages Increase adult special interest programs map to be added Contact Us ajpr@apachejunctionaz.gov www.apachejunctionaz.gov @ajparksandrec 480-983-2181 picture to be added Agenda Item Cover Sheet City of Apache Junction, Arizona 300 E Superstition Boulevard Apache Junction, AZ 85119 File ID: 24-795 Agenda Date: 10/2/2024 Sponsor: In Control: Parks & Recreation CommissionIndex: Regular Meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission to be held at 6:00 p.m. on November 6, 2024 in the city council chambers located at 300 E. Superstition Boulevard. Page 1 City of Apache Junction, Arizona Printed on 12/10/2025