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Home My WebLink About2025 11.05 PRC Agenda City of Apache Junction, Arizona Meeting Location: City Council Chambers 1U Z at City Hall \ -` �► Agenda 300 E Superstition Blvd \gilONr Apache Junction,AZ Parks & Recreation Commission 85119 apachejunctionaz.gov P:(480)983-2181 Wednesday, November 5,2025 6:00 PM City Council Chambers 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. 25-529 Consideration of approval of agenda. 25-531 Consideration of approval of regular meeting minutes of October 1, 2025. Attachments: Meeting Minutes 10.1.2025 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. 25-536 Presentation of newly appointed and reappointed commission members. Sponsors. Liz Langenbach 25-532 Presentation and update on projects and opportunities in the parks and other service areas. Sponsors: Dave Butler 25-533 Presentation, discussion and update on upcoming events and activities. Sponsors: Jamie Sullivan City of Apache Junction,Arizona Page 1 Printed on 1211012025 Parks&Recreation Commission Agenda November 5,2025 7. Old Business 25-534 Discussion and consideration of approval of the final draft of the Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan. Sponsors. Larry Binion Attachments: Parks and Rec Strategic Plan DRAFT NOV2025 8. New Business 25-541 Report and discussion on year-round aquatics programming. Sponsors: Jamie Sullivan 25-542 Report and discussion on recreation programming demographics Sponsors: Jamie Sullivan 25-559 Discussion on the upcoming election of officers process. Sponsors. Liz Langenbach 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 25-535 Regular Meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission to be held at 6:00 p.m. on December 3, 2025 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. City of Apache Junction,Arizona Page 2 Printed on 1211012025 ►P�"E�c�, City of Apache Junction, Arizona 300 E Superstition Boulevard o Agenda Item Cover Sheet Apache Junction,AZ U =i 85119 �Piz oN* File ID: 25-529 Sponsor: Agenda Date: 11/5/2025 Index: In Control: Parks&Recreation Commission Consideration of approval of agenda. City of Apache Junction,Arizona Pagel Printed on 1211012025 ►P�"E�c�, City of Apache Junction, Arizona 300 E Superstition Boulevard o Agenda Item Cover Sheet Apache Junction,AZ U =i 85119 �Piz oN* File ID: 25-531 Sponsor: Agenda Date: 11/5/2025 Index: In Control: Parks&Recreation Commission Consideration of approval of regular meeting minutes of October 1, 2025. City of Apache Junction,Arizona Pagel Printed on 1211012025 City of Apache Junction, Arizona Meeting Location: 1 O City Council Chambers t� z Meeting Minutes at City Hall .� 300 E Superstition Blvd QIIO parks & Recreation Commission Apache Junction,AZ 85119 apachejunctionaz.gov P:(480)983-2181 Wednesday,October 1,2025 6:00 PM City Council Chambers 1. Call to Order Chair Heather Moeller called the regular meeting of the Clty of Apache Junction Parks and Recreation Commission to order at 6:00 p.m. 2. Pledge of Allegiance Chair Heather Moeller led in the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Roll Call Present 5- Chairperson Moeller,Vice Chair Kyhn, Commissioner Bigelow, Commissioner Schoenbeck, and Commissioner Madrid Excused 1 - Commissioner Borey Staff present: Liz Langenbach, Parks and Recreation Director Jamie Sullivan, Recreation Superintendent Dave Butler, Parks Superintendent Larry Binion, Management Analyst Christi Hamm, Senior Administrative Assistant 4. Consent Agenda Commissioner Sheryl Bigelow moved that the Parks and Recreation Commission accept the agenda as presented and approve the minutes from the September 3,2025 regular meeting. Commissioner Frank Schoenbeck seconded the motion.This was approved. Yes: 5- Chairperson Moeller,Vice Chair Kyhn, Commissioner Bigelow, Commissioner Schoenbeck and Commissioner Madrid No: 0 Excused: 1 - Commissioner Borey 25-472 Consideration of approval of agenda. 25-473 Consideration of approval of regular meeting minutes of September 3, 2025. Attachments: Meeting Minutes 9.3.25 5. Information and Reports City of Apache Junction,Arizona Pagel Parks&Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes October 1,2025 Several commissioners shared events and activities they attended and commented on how much they enjoyed the Multi-Generational Center's birthday celebration. 6. Staff Report 25-475 Presentation and update on projects and opportunities in the parks and other service areas. Superintendent Dave Butler provided an update on major projects and shared a rendering of the pickleball courts. He noted a reduction in the number of courts and confirmed that the project is now under contract for the first phase which provides 10 new courts. He also reported that the first phase of the Rodeo Grounds construction has begun with grading and shared that work will pause in January to accommodate major events and is expected to resume around mid-March. He concluded with an update on the Multi-Generational Center's interior painting project, which is scheduled to begin next week. 25-476 Presentation, discussion and update on upcoming events and activities. Superintendent Jamie Sullivan shared several recent events and program successes with the commission. She highlighted the strong turnout at the Multi-Generational Center's 20th birthday celebration and the Mad Science event. She also announced that October is packed with events and activities, including many outdoor choices such as archery, the Mud Run, concerts in the park, Pioneer Gold Rush, Turkey Trot, and many more. Additionally, she noted that the department will be partnering with Game and Fish to receive extra fishing poles for the fishing program. She concluded by announcing that this year's Halloween event will be completely free, with no wristband purchase required. 7. Old Business 25-477 Presentation and discussion on the next steps to update the Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan. Management Analyst Larry Binion presented the latest draft of the Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan, which incorporated feedback from the previous commission meeting. Commissioners expressed their satisfaction with the updated organizational chart and the new font used on the front cover. Both superintendents, Jamie Sullivan and Dave Butler, along with Director Liz Langenbach and Management Analyst Larry Binion, took turns highlighting different sections of the draft as each page was reviewed. Commissioners were given multiple opportunities to ask questions, offer input, and provide feedback. All questions and comments were thoroughly addressed during the meeting and have been duly noted for incorporation into the final version. 8. New Business 9. Call to Public None. 10. Call for Future Agenda Items Commissioner Felicia Madrid requested data on programming demographics and adding year round swim team sessions. Commissioner Sheryl Bigelow requested adding water aerobics City of Apache Junction,Arizona Page 2 Parks&Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes October 1,2025 classes earlier in the evening. Staff agreed to add a discussion on aquatics programming to a future agenda. 11. Selection of Meeting Dates, Times, Location and Purpose 25-478 Regular Meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission to be held at 6:00 p.m. on November 5, 2025 in the city council chambers located at 300 E. Superstition Boulevard. Commissioner Felicia Madrid moved,seconded by Commissioner Frank Schoenbeck that the regular session of the Parks and Recreation Commission be held November 5,2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the city council chambers located at 300 E Superstition Boulevard,Apache Junction.This was approved. Yes: 5- Chairperson Moeller,Vice Chair Kyhn, Commissioner Bigelow, Commissioner Schoenbeck and Commissioner Madrid No: 0 Excused: 1 - Commissioner Borey 12. Adjournment Chair Heather Moeller adjourned the meeting at 6:56 p.m. City of Apache Junction,Arizona Page 3 ►P�"E�c�, City of Apache Junction, Arizona 300 E Superstition Boulevard � 0 Agenda Item Cover Sheet Apache Junction,AZ 85119 Agenda Item No. '+PizoN* File ID: 25-536 Sponsor: Liz Langenbach Agenda Date: 11/5/2025 Index: In Control: Parks&Recreation Commission Presentation of newly appointed and reappointed commission members. City of Apache Junction,Arizona Page 1 Printed on 1211012025 ►P�"E�c�, City of Apache Junction, Arizona 300 E Superstition Boulevard o Agenda Item Cover Sheet Apache Junction,AZ U =i 85119 'Piz File ID: 25-532 Sponsor: Dave Butler Agenda Date: 11/5/2025 Index: In Control: Parks&Recreation Commission Presentation and update on projects and opportunities in the parks and other service areas. City of Apache Junction,Arizona Page 1 Printed on 1211012025 ►P�"E�c�, City of Apache Junction, Arizona 300 E Superstition Boulevard � 0 Agenda Item Cover Sheet Apache Junction,AZ 85119 Piz File ID: 25-533 Sponsor: Jamie Sullivan Agenda Date: 11/5/2025 Index: In Control: Parks&Recreation Commission Presentation, discussion and update on upcoming events and activities. City of Apache Junction,Arizona Page 1 Printed on 1211012025 ►P�"E�c�, City of Apache Junction, Arizona 300 E Superstition Boulevard o Agenda Item Cover Sheet Apache Junction,AZ U =i 85119 'Piz File ID: 25-534 Sponsor: Larry Binion Agenda Date: 11/5/2025 Index: In Control: Parks&Recreation Commission Discussion and consideration of approval of the final draft of the Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan. City of Apache Junction,Arizona Page 1 Printed on 1211012025 ' f " ti L V g I w i STRATEGIC PLAN llsl- Introduction Hello, Apache Junction! Thank you, for taking the time to check out our Strategic Plan. It's an opportunity each year to map out where we've been and where we are going in tiny snapshots for the community. The goals are based on the citizen approved City of Apache Junction 2020 General Plan. For each objective, we've shared just a few of the key achievements from last fiscal year (July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025) and a few strategies for the current year. We have a lot of capital projects this year, but here are some of the highlights: Rodeo Event Center Phase 1 Construction Little League Complex Restroom/Concession Renovation Dog Park Shade Structures Apache Trail Median Re-Vegetation Aquatic Center Deck and Shower Flooring Aquatic Center Fencing/Masonry Replacement Superstition Shadows Park Aquatic Center & Playground Shade MGC Interior Re-Paint Prospector Park Pickleball Courts Our team is proud of the programs, facilities, and services we provide to our quickly expanding city. Here are some of our most recent award winning parks, programs, and people! 2024 APRA Young Professional of the Year - Riley King 2024 Outstanding Sports Program - Parent Tot Sports 2024 Tree City USA/Growth Award 2024 Fields of Excellence Award - Little League Complex 2025 APRA Park Professional of the Year - David Butler 2025 Outstanding Facility - Painted Sky Park DarkSky Certified Sportsfields - Prospector & Superstition Shadows Parks As you look through the Strategic Plan, and you see something that is missing, or you think could be more clear, please don't hesitate to tell us! We revisit the Strategic Plan EVERY year. We want your input. You can attend one of our Parks and Recreation Commission meetings in person or you can fill out our Strategic Plan survey online at www.apachejunctionaz.gov/parks. We hope to see you out in one of our parks or programs! Liz Langenbach Parks & Recreation Director About Our Team Our Vision Connecting through people, parks, and programs. Our Mission 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. 1 Organizational Chart MANAGEMENT ANALYST MGC FACILITY RECREATION MANAGER z MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT (4) Lu AQUATICS 0 RODEO[TRAILS SPECIALISTS (6) SR RECREATION COORDINATOR C z SUPERVISOR PARKS& REC SENIOR MAINT LEADER (2) SPORTS M DIRECTOR z NORTH TEAM WORKERS (7) COORDINATOR z w SUPERVISOR PART TIME STAFF i a MAINTENANCE EVENTS z N SOUTH TEAM WORKERS (3) COORDINATOR p vn SUPERVISOR VOLUNTEERS & m PARKS MECHANIC Y CONTRACT STAFF SR/YTH SERVICES ASSISTANT (1) COORDINATOR ADMINISTRATIVE PARK RANGER OUTDOOR REC STAFF SUPERVISOR COORDINATOR MANAGEMENT SENIOR PARK ANALYST RANGER (2) SR ADMIN PARK RANGER ASSISTANT FT(5) PT(3) FINANCIAL SRVC MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN WORKER r •• - - ]' fir •• • t"1p •- 7e AW job Nk jam jet, mac- - - -- — .,q�� • a w.. -= — ti. *� t �� P►uA r 40 A ��Cam`aA°�' , s' _ ,,• ,.,., S.t2'�� wit NI 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 • 9 public Parks & Recreation Commission meetings •• • ,•. , • • • were conducted in FY25 •, •, • • , • • _ •, �• • _ •• • Held stakeholder meetings for pickleball courts • Surveyed community members regarding park needs, including a method to offer feedback on the Strategic Plan • Held the Grand Opening of Painted Sky Park • Opened Ridgeline Linear Park • • '- •- - •• - • •'• • Completed Design of Phase 1 Rodeo Event Center, • Prospector Park Pickleball Courts and began construction on both projects. • Working cooperatively with Brookfield Development �. .. • •- - ••- • to design the public Central District Park within . •• - •• - • •. ••- •. - Blossom Rock • • - •. . Work cooperatively with CIP Department to Master Plan South City Campus which includes a park • Partnering with Pinal County on the development of • •• • • _ • • • • the CAP Trail and Superstition Basin Park • • • • • •- - • -• •. • Weeke's Wash Regional Stormwater Detention • Facility - considering recreation amenities in design • Partnering with BLM on a jointly operated trailhead along Sheep Drive Trail • Began showing 10 minute walk concept on our City Policy 2.1.5 - Update and reintroduce the Parks and Park map for context and future planning Recreation Master Plan for review and eventual • Updating the Strategic Plan yearly to help guide approval by the City Council department planning efforts • Propose Process for Parks and Recreation Master Plan in FY27 and FY28 Budget Planning t ti. sr.a z ANNIONdoam— MAW-. AL bob* 0 �T p 6sa) n o R M General Plan - Goal 2 Plan for the safety, maintenance, and expansion of existing facilities .• �_ • ,, �, • FY25 completed $5.3 million in capital facility expansion/improvement projects • • • ; • • • _ FY26 budgeted $6.21 million • Review Prospector Park lease for patent/purchase • - •• • • • - • •• - Review Silly Mountain, Sheep Drive, & Multi-Use • = • '- • '• Trails leases for patent/purchase • Continue working with Pinal County for CAP Trail & ■• • •- ••. - --•-• • - • Superstition Basin - •• - .• -- • The current agreement with AJUSD expires 2028 .• • • Explore IGA/MOU opportunities with the local charter schools adjacent to parks/trails • -. • • • • Consider additional public art pieces and potential •. • • police memorials at Veterans Memorial Park • FY26 plans include completing adding vegetation Policy 2.2.5 - Continue to ehance landscaping in high and granite to Apache Trail median visibility right-of-ways such as the Apache Trail/Old • Completed Ridgeline Linear Park at Superstition West Highway median Vistas • Took over maintenance of Idaho Median US60 to Baseline Policy 2.2.6 - Operate a Park Ranger program that • Hiring a 2nd evening Assistant Ranger Supervisor to provides a safe, secure, and enjoyable facility/program lead Park Ranger duties experience for all users • Created and promoted the See Something Say Something campaign with text/call contact info r - _ n- General Plan Goal 2.3 Take a leadership role in the community for execution of a diverse Parks & Recreation programming and services strategy • 9397 volunteer hours in FY25 ($326,939 value) •• • • • ,, Continue existing volunteer programs (Jr guards, • -_ • •• • •_ - •• _ • •• • volunteer coaches, senior services, YAC) - • •• • Adding Silly Mountain Volunteer/Steward Program • Added new popular Sound Bath pool reservation • Received 878 program/event surveys in FY25-large increase due to auto generated surveys in CivicRec • 131 MGC membership survey responses •• • • • • • 454 Program Sessions offered ._ _, • • • -_• • New programs include: fishing, full moon hikes, First • • •. , • • •• • Saturday, cornhole league, 2 pickleball instructors/classes, and more • MGC sold 4541 memberships; 103,326 visits in FY25 • Conducted 2220 group fitness classes in FY25 •• • •_ _ •• •_ Added parking and an ICS team to Easter Event Halloween event in 2025 will go back to a free event • • • • •. • Grow Wellness event, adding more city businesses • •• • • Collaboration with local business for Paint and Pints • Added sensory bins and adaptive areas to Dino • - - •• . • • • • - • •• • Days, April Pool's Day, and the Easter Egg Hunt • - Added adaptive Egg Hunt, w/ options for egg hunting • •, • •- --• Manage modification requests to increase accessibility in programs • Volunteer led, youth-serving non profits like AJ Little Policy 2.3.5 - Support and assist governmental and League and Black and Gold Youth Football pay only non-profit organizations that offer related 25% of facility reservation fees services/programs, and work together to avoid • Work cooperatively with local schools and Library duplication • Work with non profits to collaborate on shared special events EN _�, �t /aUPDER-DE EMBER 400 IN THIS ISSUE: DON'T MISS OUR HALLOWEEN EVENT AS D U L! A ST TY • • 1 HOLAY EVENT der. L IF 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 • Utilization of CivicRec as our online and in-person ••• • , • • -• _ • • _• • _ •• • _ registration software • 55% of registrations in-person, 45% online _• • •• • Offer in person, online, & onsite registration options • Response time to patrons is less than 24 hours • Utilization of CivicRec as our online and in person facility reservation software (26% online and 74% in person) • - • • - • Processed 739 reservations at Dutchman Dog • • • • -• • . • • - • - -• Park & Ruff Ranch Dog Park • • • - New events to the Rodeo Event Center included: a Bluegrass Festival, Development Services' Building Safety Expo, and a partnered burro derby and family equestrian event • Social media milestones: • Facebook- 13,400 followers &428,700 reach • Instagram- 2,532 followers & 38,200 reach • Print media milestones/goals: • ••. • . •• •. o 26,500 copies of Citizen brochure distributed • •_ • _ '• .• • _ -• • 3X per year _• . • •_ • • o Created Z-card park/facility maps • Utilized multiple platforms to increase summer recruitment of staff • Welcome bags went out to over 1,500 home buyers in new neighborhood developments 1116UNTS SPONSORSHIPS DONATIONS FEES TAXES DEVELOPMENT FEES Funding Strategies General Plan Goal 2 . 5 Utilize multiple funding sources in order to maximize services, programs, and facility amenities for city residents • FY25 grants included: ARPA, DFFM Invasive Plant Grant, CDBG grants, Drowning Prevention Coalition grant , LTAF/GRIC/Central Arizona • • •••- . • - Ageing transportation grants, SRP •-•. • - • • • • $2,421,637 grant utilization in FY25 • •• - •. • $31,273 gifts and donations in FY25 • $20,278 corporate partnerships in FY25 • Department taking over the administration of our own corporate partnership program • $492,830 in development fees and investment • _ •. • ••_ •. _ income raised in FY25 •_ _ •• _ • .• __•_• •. _• • Superstition Vistas area contributes to new •. • development through their Community Facilities District • Will work with the Development Services Dept to update the City's Development Fee Study • Last market fee study done in 2021 and will start a • _ • _ -. • new study in 2026 • • •• . ' • _ $6,100 in scholarships given out for youth who cannot afford full fees • _ • •' • Offered multiple programs free of charge within • • • • •• " • aquatics, youth special interest, and events PARKS AND FACILITIES PLAN FRI Library Reading Garden Consideration of Veterans City Hall Campus Construction Park for police memorial (PAC) Dutchman Dog Park Install shade structures Review Master Plan and Phase 2 ramada and central Flatiron Park additional needs with Commission plaza Concession and restroom Shade structures and walkway Little League Park renovations improvements Multi-Generational Center Interior paint throughout Walking track replacement Multi-Use Trails & Complete trail marker Horse Crossover Signage Construction of joint trailhead Open Space placements replacement with BLM Goldfield Rec Area Painted Sky Park Acquisition of additional space north of the Dutch Phase 1 Ballfield Irrigation Phase 2 Ballfield renovation Multi-UseFields Irrigation & removal of non-functional renovation renovation turf Prospector Park Phase I Pickleball Court Lighting updates throughout Ramada renovations construction park Parking lots crack and slurry Dedication signage Jeff Bell seal Softball Complex Apache Trail Median Re-vegetation (Ironwood to ROW & Delaware) Neighborhood Renaissance Point- Palm Renaissance Point-Walking Properties Wash Repairs trail improvements/repairs Arroyo Verde - Palm Wash repairs Construction Phase I -ADA sidewalks/parking, large ramada extended, site Rodeo Event Center electric/utilities Design Phase 2 Master Plan Possible construction Design/Construction Phase II Phase II Silly Mountain Park Invasive plant mitigation project Review and update Master Consideration of interagency Plan resource/interpretive center PARKS AND FACILITIES PLAN FISCALEXISTING SITES • ' 20251202V1 . 1 Skatepark concrete and bowls Laser-level infields Replacement play equipment Superstition Shadows repair design Park Ramada replacements and phase Remove non-functional turf Possible construction of 2 of lighting updates skatepark renovations Re-coat decking &slide Re-paint buildings Filtration system updates renovations Superstition Shadows Aquatic Center Fencing and CMU wall q LED Lighting Restroom updates throughout replacement Install added shade Marquee & Focal Point Flower bed renovations Blossom Rock District North District Park design Parks (Developer) Central District Park Design of Central District Park Construction of Central District (Developer) Park(Developer) Blossom Rock Linear Construction Ironwood Linear Construction Ridgeline Linear Ironwood & Ridgeline Linear Parks Park to Warner (Developer) Park to Warner (Developer) Parks to Elliott CAP Trail Completion of trail design Construction and maintenance of trail Superstition Basin and Park design (dependent on Park design and construction Park and amenities construction Park development fund) documents Lost Dutchman Trail Design of trail (Silly Mountain to Future phases designed and Superstition Mtn) constructed Radiance North Park Master Plan of South City Design of Park at South City Construction of Park at South Campus Campus City Campus Weekes Wash Regional Construction of detention Detention & Rec Area structure and amenities PROGRAM AREA FISCAL YEAR2025/2026 FUTURE Added a Sr Park Ranger to the evening rotation for additional team supervision and extra staffing in Implement a Park Ranger Annual Training Park Ranger Calendar parks Program Promotion of See Something-Say Something campaign Recreation/Service Programming Plan PROGRAM Year-round trainings for aquatics staff Continue to expand aquatics programming; fitness, events, classes, etc. Aquatics Add additional opportunities for adaptive Expand on current events and add 1 more event programming in aquatics Working with Cohere on partnered programs and Continue to diversify events at new park locations events at Painted Sky Events Update the Special Event Code to include a city- Continue to look at ways to introduce STEM wide permitting process programming to events (like Mad Science) Discontinue ticket/wristbands for Halloween Event - all games free Improve member engagement with staff, and Add more education and wellness programs Multi-Generational incentive programs Center Host two new events: 20th Birthday Celebration and Turkey Trot Continue to partner with other agencies for Senior Programs programs (Oakstreet Health, Library) Increase transportation options and funding Research field trips for seniors Expand pickleball program to utilize new Begin to strategically plan for expanded sports leagues. Utilizing space locations and recruitment of Sports Prospector courts players and coaches Host a varied sport program for ages 3-5 Add value programming to intercession camps Youth Programs (guest speakers, entertainment) Grow summer program to multiple sites YAC recruitment and youth program survey Continue to grow teen programming Develop a hiking program Develop additional lake programing: kayaking, paddle boarding Outdoor Recreation Research biking related programs, clubs, meet- Continue to partner with other agencies for programs Programs ups to implement and initiatives Implement a volunteer program for Silly Mountain park monitoring/maintaining Begin Fee Study for programs, facilities, and Take updated fees to Parks& Rec Commission and Admininstativel services City Council for final adoption Marketing Social Media goal of at least 3 reels/videos per Continue to research marketing strategies to reach month our community Offer a monthly Read & Rec program with the Continue to work with the Library to cross market and Special Interest Library along with other new programs offer programs to both audiences Research other agencies and partners for classes Continue to add STEM oriented programming for youth • oa a r r Tonto �2 National" " Forest 6 �5 Su e stitio Wilderness ,�71 I e MEN, 13 6. 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City of Apache Junction,Arizona Page 1 Printed on 1211012025 ►P�"E�c�, City of Apache Junction, Arizona 300 E Superstition Boulevard � 0 Agenda Item Cover Sheet Apache Junction,AZ 85119 Piz File ID: 25-542 Sponsor: Jamie Sullivan Agenda Date: 11/5/2025 Index: In Control: Parks&Recreation Commission Report and discussion on recreation programming demographics City of Apache Junction,Arizona Page 1 Printed on 1211012025 ►P�"E�c�, City of Apache Junction, Arizona 300 E Superstition Boulevard � 0 Agenda Item Cover Sheet Apache Junction,AZ 85119 Agenda Item No. '+PizoN* File ID: 25-559 Sponsor: Liz Langenbach Agenda Date: 11/5/2025 Index: In Control: Parks&Recreation Commission Discussion on the upcoming election of officers process. City of Apache Junction,Arizona Page 1 Printed on 1211012025 ►P�"E�c�, City of Apache Junction, Arizona 300 E Superstition Boulevard o Agenda Item Cover Sheet Apache Junction,AZ U =i 85119 �Piz oN* File ID: 25-535 Sponsor: Agenda Date: 11/5/2025 Index: In Control: Parks&Recreation Commission Regular Meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission to be held at 6:00 p.m. on December 3, 2025 in the city council chambers located at 300 E. Superstition Boulevard. City of Apache Junction,Arizona Pagel Printed on 1211012025