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Agenda Item 14
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AGENDA REPORT City Manager
Finance Director N/A
MEETING DATE: JUNE 7, 2022
TO: MATTHEW S. WEST, CITY MANAGER
FROM: CHAD W. CLANTON, DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION SERVICES
SUBJECT: PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2021
SUMMARY:
The Parks and Recreation Department's Annual Report summarizes the Department's
activities throughout 2021 including special events, youth, teen, adult, and senior
programs, contract classes, parks/facilities, capital projects, and human services.
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council receive and file the report.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None.
CORRELATION TO THE STRATEGIC PLAN:
The Parks and Recreation Department Annual Report is in accordance with Goal D of the
Tustin Strategic Plan (Strong Community and Regional Relationships), in that it
strengthens community engagement by increasing awareness of the services offered by
the City.
Respectfully submitted,
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
2021 SPOTLIGHT
Heideman School Park
EVENTS
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Events Cancelled in 2021
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Spring Egg Hunt
4
Community Yard Sale
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Cinco de Mayo
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Memorial Day Remembrance
5
Concerts in the Park
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Fourth of July Celebration
6
Movies in the Park
7
Street Fair and Chili Cook -Off
7
Tustin Tiller Days
9
Old Town Art Walk
11
Halloween Howl
12
Veterans Day Celebration
12
Holiday Volunteer Brunch
13
Holiday Talent Show
13
Christmas Tree Lighting
14
Breakfast with Santa
14
RECREATION DIVISION 15
The Annex at Tustin Legacy 15
Columbus Tustin Recreation Center and Park 15
Sports Programs 16
Reservations 17
Classes 19
Youth Programs 20
HUMAN SERVICES DIVISION
Tustin Area Senior Center
Tustin Family and Youth Center
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Youth Programs 25
Senior Programs 26
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS 31
Tustin Sports Park Playground Renovation Project 31
Tustin Family and Youth Center Courtyard Improvements 31
PUBLIC ART 32
Old Town Tustin Planter Boxes 32
Peppertree Park Wall Mural 33
Creative Signals Program 33
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES 34
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT TEAM 35
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2021 SPOTLIGHT
Heideman School Park
MASTER PLAN
PARK SITE at Heideman Elementary School
The City of Tustin Parks and Recreation Department was awarded a $5.6 million Statewide
Parks Program Grant from California State Parks to design and construct a joint -use public
park in partnership with the Tustin Unified School District using the 3.5 acres of open space at
Heideman Elementary School (15571 Williams Street).
Elements included in the scope of the grant include:
• Renovation of two basketball courts with lighting
• Exercise loop with lighting
• Athletic field with lighting
• New walkways, fencing, and trails with fitness equipment
• Playground
• Group gathering space, including picnic tables, game
tables, and shade structures
• Open space and natural area, including a tactile
experience garden
• Restroom and office building
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Design for this project is set to begin in spring 2022 and be completed by summer 2025.
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EVENTS
Events Cancelled in 2021
• Parent's Night Out
• Casino Night
• Youth Track Meet
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Spring Egg Hunt
Our first in-person event for 2021 was Hoppy Easter Walk -
Through. This great event was held on Saturday, April 3. Due
to COVID-19, several modifications were implemented to
foster a safe event. Registration via Eventbrite was required
to attend the event and a maximum of 50 families were
allowed to register in order to maintain social distance
standards. Attendees safely visited booths to play games,
collect candy, take their picture with the Easter bunny, see a Tustin PD K-9 demo, and receive
Easter eggs for their own egg hunt at home or to use in one of our designated self-service egg
hunt areas. Sponsors attending the event included Own It Now Realty, Lions Club, Tustin Arco,
Miss Tustin, and the Tustin Community Foundation.
Community Yard Sale
The Community Yard Sale was held at the Civic Center parking lot on Saturday, April 17. 25
vendors participated in the event allowing the community to shop household items, clothing,
jewelry, and more. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, every other space was used for vendor
parking to socially distance vendors.
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Cinco de Mayo
Cinco de Mayo featured games, prizes, and photo booths.
Each area was sanitized after being utilized by participants
and CDC guidelines were followed.
200 participants attended the event. Pre -registration was
required and a few slots were left open for walk-ins. Ten
booths included games such as bean bag toss, 'Adopt -a -
Duck', and bowling. A festive photo -op area was stationed
at the end for families to take pictures. The Tustin Library had a booth at the event with a
take-home craft and giveaways for children in attendance. The Enderle Center was a sponsor
of the event. Due to COVID-19 guidelines, food booths were not available this year.
Memorial Day Remembrance
The first-ever City of Tustin Memorial Day Remembrance event was held on May 30th at
Veterans Sports Park. The event focused on honoring and remembering those who died in the
United States Armed Services and specifically Tustin residents who sacrificed all for our
country. Due to COVID-19, the event was
invitation -only.
A special ceremony was held with participation
from the Tustin Police Department, Miss Tustin,
OC Rescue Mission, and Voices of Tustin with
Mayor Letitia Clark providing a warm welcome
message. The program also included a reading
of the Tustin KIA/MIA Service Member names by
Commissioner Donna Marsh Peery of the Community Services Commission. Lastly, a
Presentation of Colors and a 21 -gun salute
was performed by American Legion Post
227.
The event also included a walk with 5 -foot
tall displays of all KIA/MIA Tustin Service
Members. Each presentation included the
individual's name, branch of service, photo,
birth date, and the date they were declared
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KIA or MIA. A take-home craft of Remembrance Poppies was given to all children in
attendance. Lastly, a Vietnam Style helicopter was on site as a photo opportunity for attendees.
Concerts in the Park
The Concerts in the Park series was abbreviated from eight
concerts to four. It was held Wednesday nights from 6:00 to
8:00 p.m. at Peppertree Park from July 71h to July 281h as
part of our "Six Weeks of Summer" campaign and included
giveaways such as sunglasses and frisbees. The
performers were:
• July 7th - Blaze of Jovi (Bon Jovi Tribute)
• July 141h - 80's All Stars (80's)
• July 21st -90's Rock Show (90's Rock)
• July 28th - Queen Nation (Queen Tribute)
Sponsors supporting the event included Own It Now Realty,
District Attorney Todd Spitzer, Full Body Pilates, and State Farm Insurance (agents: Ken La
Tourette, Mark Hill, and Jeff Noviello).
Fourth of July Celebration
The Fourth of July Celebration in honor of
our country's independence was held on
Sunday, July 4, at Tustin High School. Due
to the ongoing COVID-19 restrictions, the
event attendance was limited and pre-
registration was required at $4 per
admission ticket. Our highly anticipated
event was attended by local and regional
dignitaries with Mayor Clark providing the opening
welcome.
The public enjoyed great country music from `Brett Payne
and the Boyz' along with various activities. Children had
the opportunity to have their faces painted and play games
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in the kids' zone; food trucks onsite included Taco Ranchero and Kona Ice. Sponsors
included Mariners Church, La Ranchera, First Team Real Estate, and Supervisor Don
Wagner.
Movies in the Park
Friday night movies were well attended with four park locations (Cedar Grove, Camino Real,
Veterans Sports, and Tustin Sports) and one movie at the Tustin Hangar.
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• Generous sponsorships from Pacific Coast Entertainment, AKT Tustin, Air1 Radio,
Sport Clips, Mariners Church, Compass Bible Church, Rich Elixers, and QuickSigns
covered the costs of free movie snacks and face painting for all attendees
• The "Six Weeks of Summer" theme included branded sunglasses, lawn games, and
food trucks
Street Fair and Chili Cook -Off
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In order to follow COVID-19 state
and local guidelines, the 37th
Annual Tustin Street Fair and Chili
Cook -Off took place on Sunday,
August 15th, from 11:00 a.m. to
6:00 p.m. with a few modifications.
• The event had to be fenced in
order to keep capacity at a
maximum of 5,000 participants.
This resulted in a ticketed event
with an admission fee of $5 which included three chili tasting tickets. Tickets were
purchased pre -sale with a few available tickets for those purchasing at the gate.
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The location was centered around Peppertree Park and C Street from First to Main
Street.
Bands were featured on the Peppertree Stage:
4 Alarm Band (Top 40 Pop -Dance Hits)
Redneck (Country)
The Reflexx (80s)
Other highlights included craft vendors, non-profit food vendors, stage contests,
beer/wine booths, and of course, the
chili competition.
The following took first place:—
• Ballot Chili: OC Professional
Firefighters
• ICS Red Chili: Paul
Sauerhammer
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• ICS Homestyle Chili: Cory
Catalano
• Judges Chili: Hot Shot's Chili Pot
• Restaurant Chili: The Black Marlin
• Judges Salsa: OC Professional Firefighters
Due to the smaller event, there was no primary beneficiary; however, $6,000 in
proceeds from the event benefited local service groups and non-profit organizations:
• Tustin Host Lions Club
• Tustin -Santa Ana Rotary --44-4
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• Tustin High School Boys �
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• Tustin Community Foundation
• Miss Tustin Scholarship Program
• Tustin Area Senior Center Fund, Inc.
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Tustin Tiller Days
The 641h Annual Tustin Tiller Days
was held October 1 st through 3rd
at Columbus Tustin Park. Multiple
activities were scheduled
throughout the weekend leading
to an increase of attendance from
previous years. The event
included a carnival with
amusement rides, non-profit food
vendors, a beer and wine tent,
sports zone, Main Stage,
Community Stage, and
commercial vendors.
• On Friday, October 1, Buffalo
Wild Wings sponsored a Hot
Wing eating contest. Contestants who ate the spiciest wings won a gift card to the
restaurant.
• Main Stage entertainment included country music and old school rock and roll to
end the night.
• The Community Stage had various acts including ska music and the School of
Rock.
• On Saturday, October 2, the Tiller Days Parade was held through the streets of Old
Town Tustin. This year the Grand Marshalls were Guy Hebert and Kent French from
the Anaheim Ducks organization.
• The Tiller Day Parade was one of the largest ever with more than seventy
entries ranging from non-profit organizations to high school marching bands.
• Tiny Tiller Contest was held with the most adorable participants in all of Tustin
vying to be crowned the next Tiny Tiller.
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One of the most popular events
of the entire weekend was the
Dachshund Dog races. Dogs from
throughout the County attended to
be awarded the 1St place medal for
the fastest wiener dog.
This year a hypnotist amazed
the crowd with his talents while
Uptown Funk ended the night
playing all of Bruno Mars greatest
hits.
• On Sunday, October 3, the event wrapped up with great music and food.
Backyard Brewfest was attended by more than 250 beer connoisseurs and 20
local breweries. Attendees received a commemorative miniature beer mug
along with unlimited tastings.
Baskin Robbins sponsored a banana split eating contest for kids and adults.
For the first time, we had a two-time winner in the youth category.
Award winning Mariachi Sol de Mexico de Jose Hernandez serenaded the
crowd.
The Mighty Untouchables
traveled from San Diego
County to amaze the crowd
with their voices and dance
moves.
All of the food vendors at Tiller
Days partnered with a local
non-profit. Sales were then
donated to the non-profit as a
fundraiser in which every organization benefitted.
0 This year 65 commercial vendors attended the event, ranging from face
painters, `As Seen on TV' booths, home and body products, and sweet candies.
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Old Town Art Walk
The 141h Annual Old Town Art Walk and Craft Crawl, held on October 161h, stretched across EI
Camino Real from Third Street to Sixth Street and along Main Street from Prospect Avenue to
C Street. EI Camino Real was closed to vehicle traffic for the second year in a row allowing
patrons and vendors to enjoy the festivities safely.
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65 vendors displayed various art including
paintings, photography, sculpture, drawing,
ceramics, jewelry, mixed media, and handcrafted
items. In addition, 20 Old Town merchants
participated in a story walk featuring the book if
the Dinosaurs Came Back by Bernard Most.
Each participating store posted a page of the
book in their storefront. Patrons were able to
read the story as they walked through Old Town. The story walk was a collaborative effort
between the Tustin Library and the Parks and Recreation Department. The Tustin Library also
hosted a Kids Craft Village which included crafts related to the featured dinosaur story. Tustin
High School held a display showing off student art. The Public Art Committee hosted a booth
informing the community of public art in Tustin, distributing coloring books created by the
Committee.
19 Plein Air participants painted in Old Town and various
Tustin parks the week leading up to the event. $1,700 in
prize money was awarded. Judges included Charleine Guy,
Christin Ibrahim, and Scott McMillin. After the award
ceremony, the Plein Air art was made available for sale to
the public.
The Tustin Area Council of Fine Arts (TACFA) played a
significant role with multiple activities. TACFA's Annual
`Snap Tustin Contest': "Tustin Now Open for Business,"
welcomed digital pictures taken from September 4th through
19th, then shared online for judging. Judges selected eight
winners awarding ribbons and cash prizes. TACFA also
hosted a beer garden with live music. Lastly, TACFA
sponsored the event providing prize money for the Plein Air Competition.
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In addition, the main stage on EI Camino Real had live music performances by Bridget Blank,
community acts, and the Plein Air award ceremony. The Tustin Preservation Conservancy
hosted a wine tasting area and free docent -led bus tours of Old Town Tustin's historical points
of interest. Major sponsors of the Art Walk included TACFA, South Coast Plaza, Orange
County's Credit Union, and Northgate Market.
Halloween Howl
Held Friday, October 29 at Columbus Tustin Recreation Center,
this year's Halloween Howl theme was Nightmare Before
Christmas. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 restrictions, minimal
activity was planned inside the gym but instead, most of the
events took place outside. Participants were able to partake in
multiple carnival style games, bounce houses, a pumpkin patch,
and a costume parade. `Kreepy Kreatures' was the main
attraction with a presentation of various reptiles for the children to
touch. Sally the Stilt Walker also made an appearance posing for
pictures with the children throughout the event.
The popular costume contest
included four different categories: 0 to 3 years, 4 to 7 years, 8 y
to 12 years, and family.
Trader Joe's sponsored a pumpkin patch in which each
participant was able to select a free pumpkin to take home.
Tustin Girls Softball sold food and drinks adding a new element
to the event.
Veterans Day Celebration
The first-ever City of Tustin Veterans Day Celebration was held at
Veterans Sports Park on November 11th. The "Hometown Hero
Picnic" included many engaging elements. Opening ceremonies
began at 11:00 a.m. on the Main Stage, including the Mayor's
welcome message, Pledge of Allegiance, Presentation of Colors,
National Anthem, reading of new additions to the Veterans Memorial
Paver Program, and military service songs. As is the military
tradition, when the first World War ended on the 11th hour of the 11th
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day of the 11th month, at 11:11 a.m., a moment of silence was held to recognize and reflect on
the service and sacrifice of all Veterans, past and present.
The remainder of the day included live music by the `Family Style Band,' a Watermelon
Eating Contest, Limbo Contest, community group performances, sponsor booths, bounce
houses, face painting, and a station to write letters to Veterans. A beer garden by the Tustin
Police Officers Association (TPOA) sold beer donated by Taps Brewery. All proceeds went to
the TPOA and Tustin American Legion Post 227. In addition, a food truck was also present
during the event. Sponsors included American Air Inc., Taps Brewery, and QX Financial.
Holiday Volunteer Brunch
As a way to show appreciation to our wonderful volunteers, a holiday brunch catered by Friends
Cafe was held at the Tustin Area Senior Center. Former music instructor Louise Jacobs played
Christmas tunes on the piano. Over 70 volunteers attended the event. Raffle tickets were given
out for a chance to win gift baskets.
Holiday Talent Show
The Holiday Talent Show was held on Saturday, December 11 at the Tustin Community Center
at The Market Place. The event had 12 performers with
a variety of acts such as singing, dancing, and playing
an instrument. The theater was filled with family,
friends, and supporters. The winners selected were as
follows:
• 1St Place- Kira Mukumoto
• 2nd Place - Alessandro Sturla-Arellano
• 3rd Place - Michaelson Huang
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Christmas Tree lighting
The 371h Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
was held in its traditional in-person format on Friday,
December 10 from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at the Tustin
Library Courtyard. The holiday celebration gave the
community the opportunity to enjoy the spirit of
Christmas. The event featured holiday scenes,
music, craft areas, train rides, games, pictures with
Santa, and characters throughout the parking lot. Special performances from Tustin Family
and Youth Center Kids Corner Preschool, Academy
of Dance, Voices of Tustin, Tustin High School Choir,
Rhythmic Arts Academy of Dance, and Tustin Dance
Center filled the stage with holiday cheer. The Tustin
City Council, Santa Claus, and dignitaries helped light
the Christmas tree. A holiday boutique hosted by the
Tustin Host Lions Club was held inside the
Community Center.
Breakfast with Santa
The innaugural Breakfast with Santa event was held at the Tustin Community Center at The
Market Place. The event featured a pancake breakfast with a hot cocoa bar. Kids were able
to write a letter to Santa as well as play games, work on crafts, and watch a special Christmas
movie in the theater. At the end of the event, kids got the opportunity to meet and take a
photo with Santa! Approximately 100 parents and kids attended the event.
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RECREATION DIVISION
The Annex at Tustin Legacy
The Annex at Tustin Legacy is the newest community center in Tustin. This campus of
buildings was transformed from the former ATEP (Advanced Technology and Education Park)
Campus and is now a thriving community center. The Annex features five buildings with
rentable rooms that held different contract classes, meetings, a child care program, Police
Department training facilities, and the Community Resources Unit of the Tustin Police
Department.
Columbus Tustin Recreation Center and Park
In 2021, the facility reopened their doors to the public only for scheduled programs. This
allowed for multiple activities and classes to activate the facility as staff transitioned from
COVID-19.
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Open Volleyball
A Wednesday night drop-in program for adults who played at a moderate to intermediate skill
level. The average attendance was between 40 and 50 players each week with a maximum
participation at one time being 40. Drop-in volleyball continued to be one of the most popular
adult programs in the City.
Open Basketball
A Friday night drop-in program for adults who
played at an intermediate to advanced skill
level. The average attendance was 25 to 30
players each week. Interest in the program
continued to grow every week.
Columbus Tustin Recreation Center
(CTRC) Rentals
National Junior Basketball (NJB) continued to use the facility for their year-round program.
Games were held on Saturdays and Sundays and practices were held Monday through
Friday. They also occasionally held weekend tournaments. The Tustin Volleyball Club (TVC)
held open practices and skill clinics on Tuesday afternoons. Other rental groups included
Pure Joy Basketball, Spirit Academy, Success 4 Hoopz, and Church Mice. This past year, we
also hosted a large-scale karate tournament.
Facility Improvements
Annual maintenance in included a deep clean of the facility offices and gymnasium, painting
of the building, and inspection of all the building systems.
Sports Programs
Adult Softball League
• Offered four nights a week (Tuesday through Friday)
• Cancelled due to COVID-19 until the Summer season
Winter 2021 Spring 2021
Teams N/A N/A
Fees $N/A $N/A
Revenue $N/A $N/A
Summer 2021 Fall 2021
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$465/$485 $465/$485
$25,610 $30,095
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Adult Basketball Leagues
• Contracted with Fast Action Basketball for Tuesday and Thursday nights
• Cancelled due to COVID-19 until the Summer season
Winter 2021 Spring 2021 Summer 2021 Fall 2021
Teams N/A N/A 27 21
Fees $N/A $N/A $300 $300
Revenue $N/A $N/A $8,100 $6,300
Adult Volleyball League
• Contracted through Ric's Volleyball
• Women's league is held on Sundays and the coed league on Mondays
• Cancelled due to COVID-19 until the Summer season
Winter 2021 Spring 2021 Summer 2021 Fall 2021
Teams N/A N/A 30 30
Revenue $N/A $N/A $7,050 $7,050
Reservations
Tennis Court Rentals
The pandemic sparked an increase in outdoor activity resulting in $75,660 for all tennis court
rentals, a 163% increase from 2020.
• Columbus Tustin (4)
$13,298
• Magnolia Tree Park (3)
$9,840
• Tustin Sports Park (6)
$38,324 - -
• Veterans Sports Park (4)
$14,198
Pickleball Court Rentals
The total rental revenue was $84,761 for eight pickleball courts
at Veterans Sports Park making it a 524% increase from 2020.
Courts are available for rent 7 days a week and were lit at night,
allowing for evening play. Courts were open for drop-in play from
12:00 to 4:00 p.m. daily.
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Picnic Shelter Rentals
Total revenue for picnic shelter rentals was $56,434 which was a marked increase from 2020
due to relaxed local and state guidelines.
Park Revenue
Camino Real
$2,152
Cedar Grove
$6,650
Centennial
$1,500
Citrus Ranch #1
$5,700
Citrus Ranch #2
$2,580
Frontier
$1,099
Magnolia Tree
$2,160
Peppertree
$6,487
Pine Tree
$1,650
Pioneer Road
$7,275
Tustin Sports
$5,581
Veterans Sports
$7,900
Victory
$5,700
Facility Rentals
Total revenue was $54,009
® Clifton C. Miller Community Center
$12,591
• Auditorium
69 rentals
o Kitchen
60 rentals
® Community Center at The Market Place
$18,817
• External
8 reservations
a Internal
7 reservations
® Tustin Area Senior Center
$5,457
• Auditorium
20 rentals
o Boardroom
0 rentals
• Classroom
0 rentals
• Kitchen
2 rentals
• Lounge
0 rentals
• Multi -Purpose Room
2 rentals
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• Tustin Library $1,772
Professional Training Room 4 rentals
Classes
Tustin Today Activity Guide
The Tustin Today was not mailed to residents in 2021 yet
remained online as an interactive guide to activities, facilities,
and special events. All quarterly registration days were
promoted through email blasts and social media.
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Quarterly Highlights
• Winter saw an increase in outdoor sports and after- :!
school childcare, providing a much-needed respite from
being confined indoors.
Winter Skatedogs generated $5,075, Skyhawks
sports $5,637, School Year Child Care $9,735, and Tennis classes $29,022
respectively.
• Spring Tennis enrollment increased to $62,575 and early summer day camp
enrollment was a success at $88,007.
• The first summer post -pandemic brought day camp waitlists and camp enrollments,
including LEGO® camps, skateboarding, basketball, Skyhawks, and more, totaling
$116,050 in summer camp revenues.
• With school back in session and families steering away from indoor activities, outdoor
classes remained the leader in contract class enrollments. Tennis classes generated
$95,730 and other Youth Sports $15,846 in revenues.
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Youth Programs
Little Folks Recreational Preschool
Little Folks Recreational Preschool was held
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:00
a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Columbus Tustin
Recreation Center. At a cost of $150, each
session was 6 weeks and taught by a
Recreation Program Assistant and two
Recreation Leaders.
This recreational preschool is designed to
engage children through a wide variety of
educational activities and help them gain
necessary skills and knowledge in a fun and interactive
environment. Children learned through hands-on experiences
such as crafts, music, activities, and interacting with peers to
gain social skills and independence. Each class was a
developmental program which introduced literature, letters,
number recognition, shapes, and colors in a recreational
setting.
After -School Recreation Program
Held weekday afternoons from 2:30 to 5:00 p.m. at the
Columbus Tustin Recreation Center, 15 to 30 students attended,
primarily from Columbus Tustin Middle School and Estock Elementary. Activities included
homework time, basketball and volleyball tournaments, outdoor activities, crafts, and study
sessions, all facilitated by Recreation Leaders. Students also have an opportunity to purchase
a variety of snacks and drinks after school.
Little Folks Summer Camp
Little Folks Camp was held in over the course of 10 weeks in a modified format. Staff reduced
the number of campers while still hosting multiple fun activities. Campers participated in
various activities which included water and movie days, walking field trips to the local park,
and arts and crafts. Our camp was sold out with an established waiting list for each of the
weeks.
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Camp Tustin
Camp Tustin was a ten -week program from June 1 sl through
August 6th, designed for youth between six and ten years old, with
an average enrollment of 40 to 60 campers per week. Cooperative
games, arts and crafts, drama, and outdoor activities are all tied to
a weekly theme. Themes ranged from Christmas in the Summer to
Super Heroes. Campers were able to attend various excursions
including Newport Aquatic Center, Fountain Valley Skate Center,
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Whale Watching, and Bounce U. Every Friday, campers held a
water day activity along with a camp barbeque.
This year, campers from the Tustin Family and Youth Center joined
Day Camp for a full day of enrichment activities, a color run, and a joint barbecue. This is a
component of camp that will continue for future years.
Tustin Teen Camp
Held at the Columbus Tustin Recreation Center June 1 st
through August 61h for youth between the ages of 11 and 14
years old or entering 61h through 8th grade. The weekly average
was 15 to 20 participants. Ten weeks of camp were filled with
fun, modified team building group activities, games, and crafts.
Each week the camp went on a walking excursion to local food
and convenience shops.
Counselor in Training (CIT) Program
Designated for teens entering 9th through 12th grades (14 to 17 years old) as a "feeder"
program for Tustin Teens in Action. Participants developed valuable skills in areas of
leadership, organization, activity planning, time management, problem -solving, teamwork,
and customer service. The selection process was based upon meeting the same
qualifications associated with being a Recreation Leader. In 2021, 12 CITs were placed to
help in either Little Folks Camp or Camp Tustin.
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Counselor in Training (CIT) Program
Designated for teens entering 9th through 12th grades (14 to 17 years old) as a "feeder"
program for Tustin Teens in Action. Participants developed valuable skills in areas of
leadership, organization, activity planning, time management, problem -solving, teamwork,
and customer service. The selection process was based upon meeting the same
qualifications associated with being a Recreation Leader. In 2021, 12 CITs were placed to
help in either Little Folks Camp or Camp Tustin.
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HUMAN SERVICES DIVISION
Tustin Area Senior Center
Information and Referrals
On any given day staff and volunteers of the Senior Center processed up to 50 information
and referral requests from area residents in regards to aging issues. Referrals continued with
a partially open center.
Support Groups
Personal support groups such as Alzheimer's and LGBTQ were virtual and transitioned to in-
person meetings again in September.
Transportation Program
The center provided free transportation for
over 250 registered seniors for rides to
medical appointments, the Senior Center,
and grocery shopping. Through OCTA's
Enhanced Mobility for Seniors and Disabled
Grant Program, transportation was provided
to the VA clinics in Santa Ana and Long
Beach. With the partial closing of the Tustin
Area Senior Center, the program averaged
70 trips per week. Additionally, staff
delivered weekly meals to over 40 seniors enrolled in the Meals on Wheels program.
Ongoing Free Services
• Food distribution
• Tax assistance
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• Legal assistance
• Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP)
• Seminars and clinics
• iPad loan programs
Tustin Family and Youth Center
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Food Pantry
Second Monday of the month at 1:00 p.m.
This program was through Second Harvest
Food Bank. The pantry contained free
perishable and non-perishable items.
Commodities Distribution
Third Tuesday of the month at 1:00 p.m. This
program was through Second Harvest Food
Bank and distributed meats, dairy, fruits or
vegetables, and canned goods.
Food Distribution
Every Monday and Wednesday from 11:30
a.m. to 12:
7�.x30 p.m. and every Friday from 12:30
to 1:30 p.m. Food was distributed from Trader
Joe' s, Target, Ralph's, and Costco. Products
included frozen meats, dairy, fruits or vegetables, and canned goods.
Kids Cafe
This program was through Second Harvest Food Bank and open to all youth 18 and under
Monday through Friday from 3:30 to 4:00 p.m.
Resource Center
Literature, handouts, and flyers were available to assist families with medical and dental
assistance and social services.
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Thanksgiving Meals
For the past 11 years, the Tustin Police Department has partnered with the Honey Baked
Ham store to provide free Thanksgiving meals to under privileged Tustin families. 120 families
were served. This event was made possible through donations from Tustin city employees,
the Tustin Police Officers Association, the Tustin Police Support Services Association, and
the Tustin Police Foundation.
Holiday Basket Program
This 21St annual event served about 195 family units
and seniors with care boxes and gifts. The baskets
included non-perishable foods, toiletries, beauty .fid
items, toys, and pajamas. Items were left unwrapped
allowing families to have a Christmas shopping
experience and wrapping items for their loved ones.
Organizations that donated to the Holiday Basket
Program included:
• Second Harvest Food Bank (Costco, Target, Ralphs, and Trader Joes)
• Tustin Area Senior Center Fund, Inc.
• Sparks of Love
• DJK Industries
• Sprouts
• The Giving Tree
• Tustin Police Department
• Brows to Lashes
• Tustin Community Foundation
• Roger Carlson, Public Accountant
• Tustin Presbyterian Church
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Youth Programs
Kids Corner Recreation Preschool
This free recreation program is designed for three to four-year-old's who come from low-
income families in Tustin needing a place to learn and socialize. It
featured a reading readiness program for children who will soon
be attending kindergarten. The program was held Monday
through Thursday during the Tustin Unified School District school
year from September 2020 to May 2021. At the conclusion of the
program, a safe and socially
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distanced graduation was held in which "graduates"
received a certificate and had their photo taken with the
staff. A total of 40 participants enrolled in this program.
Tustin Family and Youth Center After -School
Program
This free drop-in program was geared towards offering
after-school activities for the youth of southwest Tustin. Average attendance was 80
participants per week. Drop-in opportunities include homework club, computer classes,
creative art, pool and ping pong tournaments, library room, and a variety of outdoor games.
Trek and Trail Saturdays.
This seasonal program allowed participants to travel to
different trails in Orange County each month to go on a
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hike during the fall months of October, November, and
December at State and County trails.
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Summer Day Camp
This free summer camp at the Tustin Family and Youth Center
was offered for ten weeks, June 1 St through August 7th. Due to
social distancing, only 50 participants could be accommodated
in the program. Staff and children followed required guidelines
such as cohorts, handwashing every 15 minutes, and wearing a
mask at all times. The camp featured various modified games,
arts and crafts, and activities to keep the youth participants
engaged and moving yet socially distanced and safe. Free
daily lunch and snacks were
made available to participants by
Second Harvest Food Bank.
Summer Day Camp was also offered at a second location
Monday through Friday at Heideman Elementary School June
1St through July 241h. Daily attendance was limited to 30
participants with staff and children following CDC guidelines.
Indoor activities included Bingo, carrom games, art projects,
and science projects. Outdoor activities were basketball, lawn
games, races, and art activities. The Second Harvest Food
Bank free lunch and snack program was also made available
to participants.
Senior Programs
Computer Classes
• 'Phones Most Useful Secrets' class which covered basic and advanced ways to use
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• `Zoom Training' was created in response to limitations on in-person gathering. Senior
Center staff offered one-on-one training for seniors on creating a Zoom account and
how to use the virtual platform for fitness classes and social connection.
• 'Pad Loan Program' offered free Pad rentals with Wi-Fi for seniors who didn't have the
equipment to take the Zoom classes and also needed to connect with their families via
FaceTime. Six Pads were purchased by the Tustin Area Senior Center Fund, Inc.
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Coffee and Computers
10 to 15 seniors met weekly to discuss various computer issues and cyber talk. A $1
suggested donation benefited the Tustin Area Senior Center Fund, Inc. This group started to
meet in person in September 2021.
Educational, Personal Enrichment, Fitness, and Health and Wellness Classes
These classes began the year in a virtual format and transitioned to in-person classes in June
and July 2021:
• Aerobics • Longevity Stick Art
• Chair Exercise • Zumba Gold
Excursions
The Senior Center Excursions Program was placed on hold throughout the year due to the
COVID-19 pandemic.
Leisure Activities
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the following programs were put on hold at the beginning of
the year but resumed over the summer and fall sessions:
• Friday Movie Matinee attracted 12 to 15 seniors to view movies from different genres.
Attendees received free popcorn. The program started in September.
• Evening Ballroom Dance returned in October. The program offered a night of dancing
to a live band. It met every 2nd Wednesday of the month.
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• 50 to 70 seniors participated in the Senior Bingo Program every Wednesday afternoon
when it returned in September with all
proceeds benefitting the Tustin Area
Senior Center Fund, Inc.
• Ballroom Dance lessons, held every
Thursday, returned in November.
• Basic Chair Exercise, taught by Laura
Waite, returned on Monday mornings in
August with a class attendance of 30 to 50
people.
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® The Senior Table Tennis group met three times a week beginning in July with 15 to 20
members for indoor play.
• Let's Talk Sports group started meeting again in August and drew 15 members every
Thursday to discuss sports. During football
season, the group met every Monday to
watch Monday Night Football. Participants
shared potluck items and beverages
• Beginning Bridge, Competitive Bridge, and
Advanced Bridge met three times a week
starting in September with over 30
participants.
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Senior Advisory Board (SAB)
The board met six times throughout the year, twice virtually and four times in person. As part
of their outreach plan, the board had an information booth and passed out treats at the Old
Town Tustin Halloween Block Party, Halloween Howl, and Christmas Tree Lighting. To assist
the Tustin Area Senior Center Fund, Inc. with raising money, the board held two Yard Sales
at the Senior Center in September and November. All booth fees and sales from the Gift
Shop booth benefited the Tustin Area Senior Center Fund, Inc.
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Events
• February - The Sweetheart Luncheon, sponsored by
the Tustin Santa Ana Rotary Club, was held during the
Meals on Wheels meal distribution. The Rotary Club
distributed cupcakes and sparkling cider to each
participant.
® October - The Resource Fair and Flu Shot Clinic was
held indoors at the Senior Center on Saturday, October
9; about 60 participants attended. During the Meals on
Wheels distribution, staff wore costumes to celebrate
Halloween and they passed out treats to every
participant.
• November - Celebrated Veterans Day with members of
the Tustin American Legion Post 227 handing out
American flags to participants.
® December - Staff distributed Christmas cards and treats
during the Meals on Wheels distribution.
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Tax Assistance Program
This program was led by AARP volunteers and served over 700 people from February 16th to
April 7th. Surrounding cities were not hosting the Tax Assistance program in their senior centers
so an influx of inquiries were received from neighboring cities but Tustin residents were given
the priority.
Meal Services
• The Meals on Wheels drive-through meal distribution program was held once a week on
Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for a suggested donation of $3 for individuals
over 60. Each participant received seven frozen meals, which included milk, crackers,
and fruit cups.
• Senior Grocery was held every Friday from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. in partnership with the
Second Harvest Food Bank. This program distributed fresh produce, meat, and other
perishable items. The program was designed to give seniors the feeling of shopping by
allowing them to choose their food products. No ID or income verification was required.
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• Food distributions were held on the third Tuesday of every month in partnership with the
Second Harvest Food Bank. The food distribution included canned goods and non -
perishables. No ID or income verification was required.
• Honey Baked Ham ($100) gift cards were distributed in November to 400 senior center
participants through funding from the American Rescue Pan Act.
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CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
Tustin Sports Park Playground Renovation Project
In 2021, a contract was awarded for Tustin Sports Park Playground Renovation Project to
include a new playground and safety surfacing, new shade fabric for the existing shade
structures, an awning attached to the park building, and ADA improvements. Due to supply
chain issues, the playground equipment was significantly delayed, pushing the project into
2022.
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Tustin Family and Youth Center Courtyard Improvements
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Architectural design work was completed
for this project to convert three parking
spots to an outdoor, programmable
courtyard space suitable for activities,
events, and food distributions.
Construction will take place in 2022.
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PUBLIC ART
Old Town Tustin Planter Boxes
Three planter boxes were painted by two artists, enhancing the sidewalks of Main Street and
EI Camino Real in Old Town Tustin. Local artists were commissioned to paint original
designs to compliment the Old Town businesses. The boxes were completed in March 2021.
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Peppertree Park Wall Mural
Artist Christin Ibrahim completed a
painted mural featuring three continuous
contour line figures with radiating circles
of color gradients representing the
energy within the community on the north
facing wall of the Peppertree Park
restroom building. Three figures are
represented inside the circles to reflect
activities held at the park, music and
sound, the youthful spirit found on the
playground, and dancers / performers.
This beautiful addition to the park was
completed in April 2021.
Creative Signals Program
The Tustin Public Art Committee created a traffic signal
cabinet beautification program titled `Creative Signals'.
Individuals, organizations, and businesses can donate a
public art project by having an original vinyl wrap
designed and installed on a traffic signal cabinet. The
first Creative Signals installation was at Red Hill Avenue
and Service Road by artist Michael Norice in June 2021.
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PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSIONS
AND COMMITTEES
Community Services Commission
• Amy Nakamoto, Chairperson
• Stephen Kozak, Chair Pro Tem
• Donna Marsh Peery, Commissioner
• Ken Henderson, Commissioner
• Laseanda Wesson, Commissioner
Public Art Committee
• Meg Gullo, Chairperson
• Scott McMillin, Chair Pro Tem
• Kimberly Albarian, Committee Member
• Janet Lomax, Committee Member
• Erin Bruner, Committee Member
Senior Advisory Board
• Sherry Geyer, Chair
• Ken Higman, Vice Chair
• Shirley Holm, Member
• Anne Lastimado, Member
• Amy Nakamoto, Member
• Betty Abraham, Member -at -Large
• Lori Turner, Member -at -Large
• Laura Waite, Member -at -Large
• Bruan Van Deventer, Member -at -Large
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PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
TEAM
Management Team
• Chad W. Clanton, Director
• Marilyn Buescher, Recreation Superintendent
• Alissa Rojas, Senior Management Assistant
Office Support Team
• Susan Ewing, Office Assistant
• Katrina Pinyan, Office Assistant
Recreation Services Team
• Christian Hernandez, Recreation Supervisor
• Stephanie Finn, Recreation Coordinator
• Garrison De Vine, Recreation Coordinator
• Aaron Garcia, Recreation Coordinator
Human Services Team
• Vanessa Osborn, Recreation Supervisor
• Karl Halili, Recreation Coordinator
• Barbara Guerrero-Yanez, Recreation Coordinator
• Tom Scavuzzo, Recreation Facilities Lead
• Israel Preciado, Recreation Facilities Lead
• Uriel Mondragon, Transportation Coordinator
• Giscelle Serrano, Transportation Coordinator