HomeMy WebLinkAbout11 PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2022Agenda Item
Reviewed:
City Manager
Finance Director
MEETING DATE: FEBRUARY 21, 2023
TO: MATTHEW S. WEST, CITY MANAGER
FROM: CHAD W. CLANTON, DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION SERVICES
SUBJECT: PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2022
SUMMARY:
The Parks & Recreation Department’s Annual Report summarizes the Department’s
activities throughout 2022.
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council receive and file the report.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None.
CORRELATION TO THE STRATEGIC PLAN:
The Parks & Recreation Department Annual Report is in accordance with Goal D of the
Tustin Strategic Plan (Strong Community and Regional Relationships), strengthening
community engagement by increasing awareness of the services offered by the City.
DISCUSSION:
The 2022 Annual Report summarizes Parks & Recreation Department programs and
activities conducted from January through December 2022. The report includes
information on city-wide special events, youth, teen and senior programs, reservations,
sports programs, classes, and human services. Additions for this year’s report include a
‘By the Numbers’ infographic of Department activities as well as the newly developed
Department Mission, Vision, Values, and Logo.
Respectfully submitted,
Chad W. Clanton
Director, Parks and Recreation Services
Attachments: Parks and Recreation Department Annual Report 2022
AGENDA REPORT
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ANNUAL REPORT
2022
City of Tustin Parks and Recreation
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2022 BY THE NUMBERS
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VISION, MISSION, VALUES, & LOGO
Continue to inspire a stronger, healthier, and happier Tustin
community.
To enhance the quality of life in Tustin through collaboration,
compassion, and connection.
• Integrity • Respect • Service • Adaptability • Innovation • Growth • Work/Life Balance
Vision
Mission
Values
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
2022 BY THE NUMBERS ____________________________________________________ 1
NEW VISION, MISSION, VALUES, & LOGO! _____________________________________ 2
EVENTS__________________________________________________________________ 4
Easter Celebration and Egg Hunt ____________________________________________ 4
Youth Track Meet _________________________________________________________ 4
Community Yard Sale _____________________________________________________ 5
Cinco de Mayo ___________________________________________________________ 5
Memorial Day Remembrance _______________________________________________ 5
Tustin Talent Show _______________________________________________________ 6
Concerts in the Park _______________________________________________________ 7
Fourth of July Celebration __________________________________________________ 7
Movies in the Park ________________________________________________________ 8
Street Fair and Chili Cook-Off _______________________________________________ 8
Tustin Tiller Days ________________________________________________________ 10
Old Town Art Walk _______________________________________________________ 11
Halloween Howl _________________________________________________________ 12
Veterans Day Celebration & Car Show _______________________________________ 13
Christmas Tree Lighting ___________________________________________________ 13
Breakfast with Santa _____________________________________________________ 14
RECREATION DIVISION ___________________________________________________ 15
HUMAN SERVICES DIVISION _______________________________________________ 24
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS ________________________________________ 36
PUBLIC ART _____________________________________________________________ 38
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES __________________ 40
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT TEAM ______________________________ 41
THANK YOU TO OUR 2022 SPONSORS ______________________________________ 42
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EVENTS
Easter Celebration and Egg Hunt
The 2022 Easter Celebration and Egg Hunt occurred
Saturday, April 17th, at the Tustin Sports Park. This
festivities began with our Easter egg hunt, which
included over 8,000 filled Easter eggs. An additional 12
eggs filled with Lucky Ducks were also hidden. The
winners were presented with a prize from our Community
Service Commissioners. In addition: • A second stage was added at the egg hunt area so participants could be closer to our
speakers, dignitaries, and special guests. • Two new additions were a 0-18 month play area featuring padded mats and toys as a
safe play space for crawlers and toddlers and a coloring area donated and ran by the
Public Art Committee with kinder-sized tables and chairs. • Included in our activities were a train ride, a BMX show, live musical guests, over a
dozen sponsor and game booths, bounce houses, an Easter Bunny photo op, and the
annual Tustin Community Foundation pancake
breakfast. • The Parks and Rec mascot, Woofer came to
visit, taking pictures with everyone and visiting
all the fun activities. • This free event received over $10,000 in
sponsorship, including two Title Sponsors,
Veteran Air USA, and Compass Bible Church.
Youth Track Meet
After a two-year hiatus, the 2022 Youth Track Meet was
held at Tustin High School on April 9th. This great event
was open to all youth residing in Tustin and the
surrounding communities. Regardless of ability, this
recreational track meet gave young athletes (5-14 years
of age) a chance to compete in track and field events.
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The Youth Track Meet had 315 participants this year, ranging from track clubs to kids wanting
to have fun. The top four finishers in each event qualified for the Southern California Municipal
Athletic Federation Track & Field Championships held on June 5th, in Downey, CA.
Community Yard Sale
The Community Yard Sale was held at the Civic Center
parking lot on Saturday, April 23rd. 54 vendors participated in
the event allowing the community to shop for household items,
clothing, jewelry, collectibles, craft supplies, tools, books,
movies, bags, purses, and more.
Cinco de Mayo
Cinco de Mayo was held on Thursday, May 5th, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Frontier Park.
The new location allowed for an expanded event which featured a stage with live entertainment,
carnival games, prizes, snack booths, and sponsors. About 500 participants attended the event.
A festive photo-op area was stationed at the end for families to take pictures. The Tustin Library
and Laguna Playhouse had a booth at the event with a take-home craft and giveaways for
children in attendance. Geico was a sponsor of the event.
Memorial Day Remembrance
The 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, specifically Tustin residents who
sacrificed all for our country.
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A special ceremony was held with participation from Mariners Church, Miss Tustin, and Voices
of Tustin. Mayor Austin Lumbard gave a welcome message and the keynote address was
delivered by Bobby McDonald. The program also included a reading of the Tustin KIA/MIA
Service Member names by Mayor Pro Tem Barry W. Cooper. Lastly, a Presentation of Colors
and a 21-gun salute were 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 display
included the individual's name, the
branch of service, photo, birth date, and
the date they were declared 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 op.
Tustin Talent Show
On Saturday, June 11th, at the Tustin
Community Center at The Market Place, the
Tustin Parks and Recreation Department held
the Tustin Talent Show.
Nine young artists performed during the event
and the top three performers were given
awards.
The first-place winner was also given the
opportunity to perform at the Concerts in the
Park Summer series. • 1st Place – Cynthia Yimdjo • 2nd Place – Abhisridash • 3rd Place – Bellami Smith
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Concerts in the Park
The Concerts in the Park series returned to its regular eight
weeks from the abbreviated four weeks the previous year.
They were held Wednesday, June 8th to July 27th, from 6:00
p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Peppertree Park. The performers were: • June 8th – Stone Soul (Motown) • June 15th – 33 Thunder (Country) • June 22nd – The Fabulous Yachtsmen (Yacht Rock) • June 29th – Pulp Vixen (80’s) • July 6th – Harmony of Rock (3 Dog Night Tribute) • July 13th – 4 Alarm Band (top 40) • July 20th – Sega Genecide (90s) • July 27th – Jumping Jack Flash (The Rolling Stones Tribute)
Sponsors supporting the event included Tustin Auto Center, Own It Now Realty, State Farm
Insurance (agents: Ken La Tourette, Mark Hill, and Jeff Noviello), Full Body Pilates, Orange
County’s Credit Union, Tutoring Club, Planet Fitness, and District Attorney Todd Spitzer.
Fourth of July Celebration
The Fourth of July Celebration in honor of our country’s
independence was held on Monday, July 4th, at Tustin High
School. The free event was highly anticipated and attended
by local and regional dignitaries and Veterans. The public
enjoyed great music by ‘24K Magic,’ a Bruno Mars Tribute
band. Operation Warm Wishes collected nonperishable food
items for the homeless Veterans in the parking lot before the
event began. Food
trucks on-site
included Camarones Picositos El Chucky, La Granja,
and Kona Ice. Sponsors for this event included the
Tustin Auto Center, Planet Fitness, and La Ranchera.
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Movies in the Park
Friday night movies were well attended by locals and their dogs,
with this year’s theme being ‘Dog Days of Summer.’ • Every Friday night movie was dog themed with four of the
five movies at various Tustin parks (Cedar Grove, Victory,
Veterans Sports, and Tustin Sports). • Dog-themed swag was given to all patrons, including dog
frisbees, balls, toys, coloring sheets, stickers, dog treats, and more • Before each show, pre-registered canines competed to
appear in the Broadway in the Park theatre show Wizard of
Oz • The last show was held at the Tustin Blimp Hangar as a
drive-in movie with donated security and supplies from
Tustin PD • Generous donations from sponsors allowed lots of
giveaways and free movie snacks for everyone attending • Various food and ice cream trucks attended, offering snack and dinner options to local
patrons and staff
Street Fair and Chili Cook-Off
The 38th Annual Tustin Street Fair and Chili Cook-Off
was back with no restrictions. The event occurred on
Sunday, June 5th, from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. • Admission was FREE again • The event stretched to several streets in Old
Town Tustin: El Camino Real from Second to
Sixth Street, Main Street from El Camino Real to
C Street, C Street from First to Main Street, and
Peppertree Park • Headliner Performances were featured on the
Peppertree Stage: ∘ Soto Band (Top 40s/Latin) ∘ Kelly Boyz Band (Country)
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∘ Prince Again (Prince Tribute) • Other highlights included entertainment by local bands and community groups at three
different stages, 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: Chili Time ∘ ICS Homestyle Chili:
BellaQue BBQ and Chili Co. ∘ Judges Chili: Ruidoso Red ∘ Restaurant Chili: The Black
Marlin ∘ Judges Salsa: Manchester Marketplace • The event’s success allowed for a total of $18,500 to be distributed to 11 non-profit
organizations, including a primary beneficiary ∘ Veterans Legal Institute – primary beneficiary ∘ Sabil USA ∘ Tustin Host Lions Club ∘ Tustin-Santa Ana Rotary ∘ Kiwanis Club of Tustin ∘ Tustin American Legion Post 227 ∘ Tustin High School Boy’s
Basketball ∘ Tustin Cobras Football and
Cheer ∘ Tustin Community Foundation ∘ Miss Tustin Scholarship Program ∘ Tustin Area Senior Center Fund, Inc.
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Tustin Tiller Days
The 65th Annual Tustin Tiller Days was held September 30th – October 2nd, at Columbus Tustin
Park. The event included a carnival with amusement rides and games, non-profit food vendors,
a beer and wine tent, Sports Zone,
Main Stage, Community Stage, and
commercial vendors. Multiple
activities were scheduled
throughout the weekend with record
numbers. • On Friday, September 30,
Buffalo Wild Wings sponsored a Hot
Wing Eating Contest. Contestants
were to eat 12 of the hottest wings
in 5 minutes. The winner received a gift card to the restaurant. ∘ Main Stage entertainment had a Latin flare with top cover bands and a top 40
band to end the night. ∘ The Community Stage was rocking with Tustin youth talent that ended with a
karaoke competition. • On Saturday, October 1, the fun continued. The Tiller Days Parade was held in Old Town
Tustin. This year’s Grand Marshalls were Minnie and Mickey. The Community Grand
Marshall was Sharyn Cable and the Celebrity Grand Marshalls were Lianna Grethel,
Jorge Antolin, and Adam Bookbinder. ∘ The Tiller Day Parade filled the streets
with bands, community organizations,
and spectators. ∘ Tiny Tiller showcased the most
adorable children in our community. ∘ The Dachshund Dog races were so
popular that it was live-streamed in the
Sports Zone. ∘ The talents of JB South and Family
Style rocked the main stage all night!
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• On Sunday, October 2, the fun rolled on. More than 250 beer enthusiasts joined the
Backyard Brewfest. The breweries in attendance ranged from local to commercial and
showcased the variety of flavors each one had to offer. ∘ Baskin Robbins sponsored a banana split contest, resulting in many ice cream
lovers racing to win. ∘ Flashback Heart Attacked kept
the crowd dancing with their
80s hit and electric style. • This year was a record year for the
event. There were more than 90
commercial vendors, approximately
$85,000 in sponsorship dollars,
including in kind and monetary
sponsorships, record attendance,
record carnival and beer sales, and an overall fantastic event for the Tustin Community.
Old Town Art Walk
The 15th Annual Old Town Art Walk and Craft
Crawl was held on Saturday, October 15th. The
layout was expanded and stretched across El
Camino Real from Third Street to Sixth Street,
with Main Street open for vehicle traffic. The
street closures allowed participants to walk
around the event more freely.
About 70 vendors displayed various art including paintings, photography, sculpture, drawing,
ceramics, jewelry, mixed media, and handcrafted items. The Tustin Library hosted a Kids Craft
Village and Tustin High School displayed student art. The Public Art Committee hosted a booth
informing the community of public art in Tustin, distributing coloring pages created by the
Committee. The Tustin Area Council for Fine Arts sold beer and the Tustin Preservation
Conservancy sold wine.
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15 Plein Air participants painted in Old Town and
various Tustin parks the week leading up to the
event. A total of $1,700 in prize money was
awarded to winners of the Plein Air.
The Tustin Area Council of Fine Arts (TACFA)
played a significant role in multiple activities.
TACFA’s “Snap Tustin Contest” welcomed
digital pictures from September 2nd to
September 16th, then shared them for online judging. Eight winners were awarded ribbons
and/or cash prizes. Lastly, TACFA sponsored the event providing prize money for the Plein Air
Competition.
Entertainment on two stages included live music performances as well as community groups.
The El Camino Real and Sixth Street community stage featured dance groups from Tustin
Dance Center, HBP Dance Extreme, Voices of Tustin, and Beckman High School String
Quartet.
The Tustin Preservation Conservancy hosted an abbreviated docent-led walking tour of Old
Town Tustin’s historical points of interest. Sponsors included TACFA, Earthwise, Gilbreth
Family Trust, Geico, and Arvida Book Store.
Halloween Howl
Held Monday, October 31st, at the Columbus Tustin Recreation
Center, this year’s Halloween Howl theme was Willy Wonka’s
Chocolate Factory. Participants could partake in multiple carnival-
style games, bounce houses, a pumpkin patch, and a costume
parade. The event was held in the gymnasium as well as the park.
‘Arty Loon’s Magic Show’ was the main attraction, presenting
various magic tricks to
amaze the crowd. A
few lucky attendees
were called on stage
to participate in the
magic tricks. The popular costume contest included
four categories: 0-3 years, 4-7 years, 8-12 years,
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and family. The Oompa Loompa pumpkin patch was a big hit in which each participant could
select a free pumpkin to decorate and take home. Tustin Teens in Action sold food and drinks
to fundraise for their apparel.
Veterans Day Celebration & Car Show
The City of Tustin Veterans Day Celebration & Car Show was held at
Veterans Sports Park on November 11th. The celebration included
many exciting elements: a tribute to Veterans, live music, a beer
garden, a car show, and food trucks.
As is the military tradition, when the first World War ended on the 11th
hour of the 11th 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 tribute to Veterans 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 Veterans Monument Paver names, and
military service songs. The Satin Dollz performed military songs and 50s music for the rest of
the event on the main stage.
Over 80 cars were displayed at the event, including cars from the Marconi Automotive Museum.
The beer garden was hosted by the Tustin Police Officers Association (TPOA) and sold beer
donated by GameCraft Brewery.
Christmas Tree Lighting
The 38th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony was held in its traditional in-person format
on Friday, December 9th, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Tustin Library Courtyard. The event
featured holiday scenes, music, craft areas, train rides, games, sponsor booths, holiday cards
to seniors, pictures with Santa, and characters throughout the parking lot. The holiday
celebration allowed the community to enjoy the spirit of Christmas.
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This year, the event area was expanded to include a petting zoo, a larger train area, and food
trucks lined up along Main Street.
Special performances from Tustin Family and Youth Center Kids Corner Preschool and
Columbus Tustin Little Folks, Academy of Dance, Voices of Tustin, Tustin High School Choir,
Rhythmic Arts Academy of Dance, HBP Dance Extreme, and Tustin Dance Center filled the
stage with holiday cheer. The Mayor of Tustin, members of the City Council, Santa Claus, and
other dignitaries helped light the Christmas tree. The
Tustin Host Lions Club hosted a holiday boutique
inside the community center.
Event sponsors included Mariners Church, Voice
Church, Enderle Center, Compass Bible Church,
Planet Fitness, Earthwise Packaging, Geico, New
York Life, OC Public Libraries, and the Laguna
Playhouse.
Breakfast with Santa
On Saturday, December 3rd,
attendees were welcomed to a
marvelous Charlie Brown
Breakfast with Santa event hosted
at the Tustin Community Center at
The Market Place. Our local
sponsors provided the hot cocoa
bar, coffee, and a delicious
pancake breakfast for all the
attendees. Kids could write a letter,
take a photo with Santa, create various holiday crafts, play reindeer games, and watch Charlie
Brown’s Christmas movie.
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RECREATION DIVISION
The Annex at Tustin Legacy
The Annex at Tustin Legacy is the newest community center in Tustin. This former ATEP
(Advanced Technology and Education Park) campus is now a thriving community center. The
Annex features five buildings with rentable rooms holding various contract classes, meetings,
and recreational camps and programs, including Reading Readiness, youth and adult dance
and fitness classes, language courses, and health, science, and technology-based courses.
The center also hosts police department training facilities and the Community Resources Unit
of the Tustin Police Department.
Pickleball Tournament
Veterans Sports Park held its first-ever pickleball tournament on July 16th and 17th. This two-
day tournament had 78 individuals compete for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place medals and cash prizes.
The event also included food trucks and games.
Skate Competition
Veterans Sports Park held its first-ever Skate Competition. 50 skaters competed in this one-
day competition on August 13th. The event was held in partnership with Attic Skate Shop.
Skaters were divided into two divisions: 16 and under and 17+. A panel of three professional
skaters served as judges for the event. The top three skaters in each division received cash
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prizes. Food trucks, a DJ, and ten vendor booths were present. A raffle was held at the end of
the event for all participants.
Adopted Marine Units
The City of Tustin adopted two Marine Corps Units at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton.
The units, HMLA-267 “The Stingers” and VMM-364 “Purple Foxes,” both at one point were
stationed at the Marine Corps Air Station Tustin before it was decommissioned.
On October 3rd, the City of Tustin facilitated, through the Parks and Recreation Department, a
send-off luncheon for The Stinger’s deployment to the Indo-Pacific region and Okinawa. 140
Marines were served a special BBQ lunch as they prepared to deploy.
Columbus Tustin Recreation Center and Park
In 2022, the facility was open to the general public for facility use and scheduled programs.
This allowed multiple activities and classes to resume normal operations.
Drop-In Volleyball
A Wednesday night drop-in program for adults who play at a
moderate to intermediate skill level. The cost to play is $5 per
individual. The average attendance was between 35 and 40
players each week, with the maximum participation at one time
being 40. Drop-in volleyball continued to be one of the most
popular adult programs in the City
Drop-In Basketball
A Friday night drop-in program for adults who play at various skill levels. The cost to play is $5
per individual. The weekly attendance varies between 20 to 30 participants. Basketball
continues to be a slam dunk in Tustin.
Columbus Tustin Recreation Center (CTRC) Rentals
National Junior Basketball (NJB) continued to use the facility for its year-round program.
Games were held on Saturdays and Sundays, and practices were held Monday through Friday.
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The Tustin Volleyball Club (TVC) held open practices and
skill clinics on Wednesday afternoons. Other rental
groups included Pure Joy Basketball, Spirit Academy,
Success 4 Hoopz, and Church Mice. This past year, the
facility hosted two large-scale events. The first one was
an AYSO coach and referee training. The second large
event was a college fair in partnership with the Orange
County Department of Education, which brought more
than 65 universities nationwide.
Facility Improvements
Annual maintenance included deep cleaning the facility
offices and gymnasium, painting the building, and
inspecting all the building systems. The office furniture replacement project will take place in
2023.
Sports Programs
Adult Softball League • Offered five nights a week (Monday through Friday) • The league offered both Men’s and Coed divisions
Winter 2022 Spring 2022 Summer 2022 Fall 2022
Teams 54 55 64 66
Fees $345 $465/$485 $465/$485 $465/$485
Revenue $18,630 $25,575 $29,760 $30,810
Adult Basketball Leagues • Contracted with Fast Action Basketball • League held on Tuesday, Thursday nights, and Saturday mornings for a total of three
seasons per year
Winter 2022 Spring 2022 Summer 2022 Fall 2022
Teams N/A 20 27 31
Fees N/A $300 $300 $300
Revenue N/A $6,000 $8,100 $9,300
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Adult Volleyball League • Contracted with Ric’s Volleyball • Women’s league is held on Sundays and the coed league on Mondays for three seasons
per year.
Winter 2022 Spring 2022 Summer 2022 Fall 2022
Teams N/A 36 34 30
Revenue N/A $8,460 $7,990 $7,050
Adult Kickball Leagues • Contracted with Beach City Sports for Sunday afternoons beginning in September • New league that was added this year.
Winter 2022 Spring 2022 Summer 2022 Fall 2022
Teams N/A N/A N/A 40
Fees N/A N/A N/A $50
Revenue N/A N/A N/A $2,000
Reservations
Tennis Court Rentals
The pandemic sparked an increase in outdoor activity resulting in $101,353 for all tennis court
rentals.
$15,492
$14,272
$54,153
$17,436
Columbus Tustin Park (4)Magnolia Tree Park (3)
Tustin Sports Park (6)Veterans Sports Park (4)
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Pickleball Court Rentals
There were 6,597 rentals for a total rental revenue of $106,955 for
eight pickleball courts at Veterans Sports Park. Courts are
available for rent seven days a week and are lit at night, allowing
for evening play. Courts were open for drop-in play from 12:00
p.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily. Tournaments are also allowed at the
courts, thus increasing the park’s exposure to the public.
Picnic Shelter Rentals
The total revenue for picnic shelter rentals was $89,443.25.
Veterans Sports Park and Cedar Grove Park were the most
popular parks.
Facility Rentals
Total revenue was $92,399.17. • Clifton C. Miller Community Center $36,410 ∘ Auditorium 70 rentals ∘ Kitchen 37 rentals • Community Center at The Market Place $29,155.67 ∘ External 17 reservations
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∘ Internal 12 reservations • Tustin Area Senior Center $15,978.50 ∘ Auditorium 33 rentals ∘ Boardroom 14 rentals ∘ Classroom 0 rentals ∘ Kitchen 8 rentals ∘ Lounge 0 rentals ∘ Multi-Purpose Room 20 rentals • Tustin Library $10,855.00 ∘ Conference Room 13 rentals ∘ Outdoor Courtyard 2 rentals ∘ Professional Training Center 26 rentals
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Tustin Today Activity Guide
The Tustin Today includes the City Scene, calendar of events,
recreation activities, and facilities information. All quarterly
registration days were promoted through email blasts and social
media.
Quarterly Highlights • Outdoor class offerings continued to be well-attended
and very popular. Indoor class revenue gradually
increased with additional class offerings for adults and seniors. Summer camp
offerings saw high demand, with waitlists as significant as 30 participants.
Winter 2022 Spring 2022 Summer 2022 Fall 2022
Participant
Total
1,163 1,380 2,534 1,537
Revenue $118,005.22 $408,525.00 $151,314.76 $220,963.50
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Youth Programs
Little Folks Kindergarten Prep Program
Little Folks Kindergarten Prep Program was held
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:00 a.m. to
12:00 p.m. at the Columbus Tustin Recreation
Center. The program was revamped to include a
yearly enrollment option for participants. At $115 a
month, each week introduced shapes, colors, and
letters taught by a Recreation Program Assistant
and two Recreation Leaders.
This program is structured for children ages 3-5 to
develop the social and academic skills for kindergarten
and beyond. We aimed to provide an environment where
children were enriched through learning and play.
Children learned through hands-on experiences such as
crafts, music, activities, and interacting with peers to gain
social skills and independence.
After-School Recreation Program
Held weekday afternoons from 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
at the Columbus Tustin Recreation Center, 40 to 50
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. The participants
learned how to build a business, budget, and work
together. Students also had an opportunity to
purchase various snacks and drinks after school. The
participants held their own lemonade stand for
Lemonade Day, which helped raise funds for a field
trip.
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Little Folks Summer Camp
Little Folks Camp was held over the course of ten weeks.
Campers participated in various activities, including water
play, movie days, field trips to the library, and arts and
crafts. Our camp was sold out, with an established waiting
list for each week.
Camp Tustin
Camp Tustin was a ten-week program from May 31st through
August 4th, designed for youth between six and ten years old,
with an enrollment of 65 campers per week. Cooperative
games, arts and crafts, drama, and outdoor activities are all
tied to a weekly theme. The themes ranged from Under the
Sea to Roller Derby. Campers attended various excursions,
including Disneyland, Adventure Lagoon, Knott’s Berry Farm,
and Disney’s California Adventure. Campers held a combined
activity with the Teen Camp and a camp picnic every Friday.
This year, campers from the Tustin Family and Youth Center joined Camp Tustin for
Campchella. The day included inflatables, carnival-themed treats, face painting, and a DJ.
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Tustin Teen Camp
Held at the Columbus Tustin Recreation Center from May 31st
through August 4th, for youth between the ages of 11 and 14 or
entering 6th through 8th grade. Ten weeks of camp were filled with
fun, team-building group activities, games, and crafts. Each week
the camp went on a walking excursion to local food and
convenience shop and weekly excursions with Camp Tustin. The
weekly average was 25 to 30 participants.
Counselor in Training (CIT) Program
Designated for teens entering 9th through 12th grades (14-17 years
old) as a “feeder” program for Tustin Teens in Action. Participants
developed valuable leadership, organization, activity planning, time management, problem-
solving, teamwork, and customer service skills. The selection process was based on meeting
the same qualifications as a Recreation Leader. In 2022, 15 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 regarding aging issues.
Support Groups
Personal support groups such as
Alzheimer’s, LGBTQ, and grief support
met in person.
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. The program averaged 70 trips per
week. Additionally, staff delivered weekly
meals to over 40 seniors enrolled in the Meals on Wheels program through September 2022.
Ongoing Free Services • Food distribution • Tax assistance • Legal assistance • Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) • Seminars and clinics • iPad loan programs
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Tustin Family and Youth Center
Food Programs
Free food programs are offered through Second Harvest Food Bank.
Food Pantry
Second Monday of the month at 1:00 p.m. The pantry
contained free perishable and non-perishable items.
Commodities Distribution
Third Tuesday of the month at 1:00 p.m. Included meats,
dairy, fruits, vegetables, and canned goods.
Food Distribution
Every Monday and Wednesday from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30
a.m. and every Friday from 12:30 p.m. 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, canned goods, bread, and pastries.
Kids Café Nutrition Program
Freshly prepared meals comprising the five major food groups – fruits, vegetables, grain,
protein, and dairy. Open to all youth 18 and under Monday through Friday from 3:30 p.m. to
4:00 p.m.
Resource Center
Literature, handouts, and flyers were available to assist
families with medical and dental
assistance and social services.
Thanksgiving Meals
For the past 12 years, the Tustin Police Department has
partnered with the Honey Baked
Ham store to provide free Thanksgiving meals to
underprivileged Tustin families. 120 families were served.
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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 22nd annual event served about 195 family units
and seniors with care boxes and gifts. The baskets
included non-perishable foods, toiletries, beauty items,
toys, and pajamas. Items were left unwrapped,
allowing families to have a Christmas shopping
experience and wrap items for their loved ones.
Organizations that donated to the Holiday Basket
Program included: • Sparks of Love • Tustin Community Foundation • Tustin Police Department • Families Together • Hermanans Unidas de CSUF
• Enderle Center • Orange County Credit Union • Earthwise Packaging • Geico
Youth Programs
Kids Corner Recreation Preschool
This free recreation program is designed for three- to four-year-olds from
low-income families in Tustin needing a place to learn and socialize. The
program was held Monday through Thursday during the Tustin Unified
School District school year from September 2021 to May 2022. It
featured a reading readiness program for children who will soon be
attending kindergarten. At the
conclusion of the program, a
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.
The new school year 2022-2023 program started back in
September with approximately 40 students enrolled.
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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. Drop-in opportunities included homework club, computer classes, creative
art, pool and ping pong tournaments, a library room, and various outdoor games. Average
attendance was 60 participants per week.
TFYC Super Saturdays
After a long break due to COVID-19, the program returned in September. The free program
incorporated fun and creative indoor and outdoor activities for youth ages 6-13. The program
included groups/clubs, workshops for adults, and a monthly outdoor hiking program with the
Senior Center.
Trek and Trail Saturdays
This program returned in September 2022.
It’s an intergenerational program
combined with the Senior Center, allowing
participants to hike different trails in
Orange County each month. The group
accommodated 12 participants monthly
with free transportation on the Senior
Center bus.
Summer Day Camp
This free summer camp was offered for ten weeks, June 6th
through August 5th, at two locations: Tustin Family and Youth
Center and Heideman Elementary School. The camp featured
various games, arts and crafts, and activities to keep participants
busy. Outdoor activities included basketball, lawn games, races,
and art activities. Free daily lunch and snacks were made
available to participants by Second Harvest Food Bank.
Community partners such as the Tustin Police Department and the Laguna Playhouse offered
special activities. A couple of high school volunteers also offered hands-on robotics lessons.
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The program and the CT Summer Camp added an extra week
on August 15 at Veterans Sports Park / The Annex for a nominal
fee. Outdoor games and activities were held.
Keep Tustin Clean
The group met on Saturdays. Its purpose is to target different
neighborhoods in Southwest Tustin and clean up the areas of
debris and trash. The program teaches the youth to value and
take care of their city.
After-Hours Rec Time
This new drop-in program started in September to offer youth ages 10-17 the opportunity for a
hang-out spot Monday through Thursday evenings from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The cost was
$5 per week. It was available for children ages 6-9 at no cost and required parent/guardian
attendance. A light snack was offered as well as homework assistance, Computer Lab access,
and social time on the patio. Limited activities for adults were also provided. Approximately 15-
20 participants came out every evening.
Tutoring Program
Free tutoring classes provided by the Giving Sprouts Foundation were held Monday through
Thursday during the After School Program and After-Hours Rec Time at the Tustin Family
and Youth Center starting in October 2022. Tutoring included personalized learning aimed at
helping students improve their reading, writing, and math
skills.
Loteria Night
The family fun Lotería Night was held on September 22nd,
with over 40 participants for the chance to win various prizes,
including toys, gift sets, gift cards, and gift baskets.
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Halloween Bash
A Friday evening Trunk-n-Treat was held
on October 28th. The fun evening included
staff-decorated vehicles, a DJ, face
painting, photo areas, and lawn games.
This was a new event with over 500
attendees.
Outdoor Movie Night
To kick off the holiday season, a “The Santa
Clause” screening was shown outdoors on the
inflatable screen on November 17th. Over 50
attendees enjoyed freshly made popcorn, hot
cocoa, and cookies.
Free Community Classes • Positive Parenting Community Training was an 8-week
series presented by The Priority Center with topics including The
Power of Positive Parenting, Raising Confident – Competent
Children, Dealing with Disobedience, Managing Fighting and
Aggression, Hassle-Free Shopping with Children, Developing
Good Bedtime Routines, Coping with Stress, as well as Balancing
Work and Family. • The Art Workshop Series was a 4-week exploratory series
offered by the Laguna Playhouse. The series was designed for
children ages ten and
up, utilizing different mediums such as acrylic,
watercolor, and clay. • Zumba - Free Zumba exercise classes were
held by a volunteer instructor at the Tustin
Family and Youth Center’s outdoor patio on
Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:00 p.m. to
7:00 p.m.
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• Nutrition Classes was an 8-week series through the Orange County UC Cooperative
Extension offering an interactive nutrition demonstration. Participants were taught how
to choose healthy food, save money on a food budget, cook low-cost recipes, and how
to keep the family active.
Senior Programs
Computer Classes • “iPad Loan Program” offered free iPad rentals with Wi-Fi for seniors who don’t have the
equipment to take Zoom classes and also needed to connect with their families. The
program is still going with great reception. • The computer lab resumed its open lab hours Monday through Thursday from 10:00
a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Coffee and Computers
10 to 15 seniors met weekly to discuss computer issues and cyber talk. A $1 suggested
donation benefited the Tustin Area Senior Center Fund, Inc.
Educational, Personal Enrichment, Fitness, and Health and Wellness
Classes
These classes all returned in person, and attendance increased as our participants became
more comfortable. • Aerobics • Chair Exercise • Chair Exercise with Laura Waite • Longevity Stick Art • T’ai Chi Chih
• MELT • Fit Mind • Line Dancing • Basic Exercise
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Excursions
Monthly single-day excursions returned to the Senior Center in June with the help of
independent contractor Bobbi Lona. These trips included Los Angeles’ Farmers Market and
Museum Row Tour, Huntington Library, San Diego Hidden Gems, Mount Soledad National
Veterans Memorial, and the Mission Inn. Excursions were offered at an affordable price by
using our own buses.
Leisure Activities
The Tustin Area Senior Center fully re-opened at the
beginning of 2021, with programs and activities
increasing as participants became more comfortable.
• Friday Movie Matinee attracted 15-20 participants
who watched films from different genres while
snacking on complimentary popcorn
• Evening Ballroom Dance was in full swing with 15-
25 participants on the 2nd Wednesday of the month
• A new bingo machine was revealed on January 26th, compliments of the Tustin Area
Senior Center (TASC) Fund, Inc. About 80 seniors participate in the Senior Bingo
Program every Wednesday afternoon, with proceeds benefiting the TASC Fund, Inc. For
select holidays, special activities were held: a costume contest for Halloween with
prizes, a slice of pumpkin pie during the week of Thanksgiving, and a slice of apple pie
given before the week of Christmas.
• Ballroom Dance on Saturdays began in July, with an average of ten participants weekly
• Basic Chair Exercise taught by Laura Waite on
Monday mornings averaged 70 participants
• The Table Tennis group played three days a
week with 16-20 members
• ‘Let’s Talk Sports’ group garnered 12 members
weekly to talk about sports on Thursdays. During
football season, the group met to watch Monday Night
Football. During baseball season, the group went to
the Angel’s game as part of our excursion program.
• Beginning Bridge and Competitive Bridge met twice a week.
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TASC Birthday Celebration Luncheons
The Birthday Celebration luncheons returned to the Meals on Wheels lunch café. In August.
Senior Center participants are invited to celebrate their birthday month on the last Tuesday of
the month and bring three guests along. These luncheons included cake, ice cream, and a gift
of the celebrant’s choosing
TASC Art Gallery
The Art Gallery reopened at the beginning of the
year with each artist displaying their artwork for
one month. Each artist paid a $20 user fee to
display the artwork, have one reception, and
agreed to donate 10% of the proceeds to the
Tustin Area Senior Center Fund, Inc. Artists
included Orange Art Association, Susan Lenoir,
Carolyn Westfall, Cynthia Baker-Gusman, Anna
M. Davis, Eileen Clary, Angie Taylor, Amy Opfell, Teri Gammalo, Sandy Wessel, and the Tustin
Art League.
Senior Advisory Board (SAB)
The board met six times throughout the
year in person. As part of their outreach
plan, the board had an information booth
and passed out treats at the Old Town
Tustin Home and Garden Tour, 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
participated in the Community Yard Sale
held at the Civic Center parking lot and held its own Yard Sale at the Senior Center in
September. All vendor booth fees and sales from the Gift Shop booth benefited the Tustin Area
Senior Center Fund, Inc.
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Events • Due to the Meals on Wheels Congregate Meal Program
not being paused until the fall, a couple of luncheons were
held to allow seniors to dine and socialize with friends.
These were catered by Country Garden Catering and
were at a nominal cost to participants. ∘ April – Spring Brunch ∘ May – Mother’s Day Luncheon ∘ June- Held a summer luncheon with raffles and
prizes • In May, the Game Room was re-opened with new floors
made possible by the Tustin Area Senior Center Fund,
Inc. Also featured was a new flat-screen TV for viewing
sports events and new felt on both pool tables. • ‘Get Fit Week’ was held in May. Seniors were encouraged to try out free exercise classes
and attend health-related seminars • September – Held a Community Yard Sale in
the Senior Center parking lot to fundraise for the
Tustin Area Senior Center Fund, Inc. • November – The Resource Fair and Flu Shot
Clinic featured vendors providing health information
and multiple screenings such as vision, hearing,
blood pressure, and fall prevention
Sidewalk Sales
Quarterly pop-up sales were held at the front entrance of the Senior Center. These events
allowed items from the Gift Shop to be displayed in a more visible area at tax-free and
discounted rates. This also allowed volunteers and Senior Advisory Board members to work
together to raise funds for the Tustin Area Senior Center Fund, Inc.
Fabulous 50s Social
This event was coordinated to celebrate the 5th anniversary of the Amistad Medical Clinics’ “Fit
Mind” class. Through a partnership with Amistad Medical Clinic, the event included a FREE
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night of food, dancing, and prizes for seniors in Tustin and those who attend ‘Fit Mind’ classes
throughout the county. Over 100 seniors were in attendance.
Volunteer Summer Event
Held on Tuesday, September 27, at Peppertree Park, all active volunteers of the Senior Center
were invited to an afternoon of complimentary food and drinks along with camaraderie.
Holiday Volunteer Brunch
To show appreciation to our wonderful volunteers, a holiday brunch catered by Friends Café
was held at the Tustin Area Senior Center on Wednesday, November 30. Roger Taylor was
hired as an entertainer and played his guitar throughout the brunch. Over 50 volunteers
attended the event. Raffle tickets were handed out for a chance to win gift baskets.
Saturdays at the Center
The program returned in September after a long break due to COVID-19. Activities held were
Ballroom Dancing, Get Fit, and Chair Volleyball. The Trek and Trail Program was also held in
conjunction with the Tustin Family and Youth Center.
Tax Assistance Program
This program was led by AARP volunteers and served 392 people from February 1 to April 12.
Tustin residents were given priority. Surrounding cities were not hosting a tax assistance
program at their senior centers, so we received an influx of inquiries from neighboring cities.
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 donation of $3 for individuals over 60.
Each participant received seven frozen
meals, which included milk, crackers, and
fruit cups. The Congregate Meal Program
returned on Tuesdays beginning in April,
Monday through Wednesday in June, and
five days a week starting in September. The drive-through meal distribution ended in
August; however, the Congregate Meal Program returned.
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• Senior Grocery was held every Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. in partnership with
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.
In September, the Senior Grocery program was moved to the 2nd and 4th Thursday of
each month at 10:30 a.m. • Food distributions were held on the third Tuesday of every month in partnership with the
Second Harvest Food Bank. The food distributed included canned goods and non-
perishable. No ID or income verification was required.
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CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
Tustin Sports Park Playground Renovation Project
The Tustin Sports Park Playground
Renovation was completed in June
2022. The new playground’s design
features structures for ages 2-5 and
5-12, swings for various ages and
abilities, inclusive, ground-level play
elements, poured-in-place safety
surfacing, a small sandbox area,
and a concrete border curbing for
seating. In addition, the shade sails
in the existing playground shade
structure were replaced, and the structure frame was repainted. Lastly, a custom awning
was constructed for the outdoor seating area of the park building adjacent to the playground.
Most of this project was funded with a Proposition 68 Per Capita Grant from the State of
California. The Tustin Sports Park Playground re-opening was held on June 30, 2022.
Tustin Family and Youth Center Courtyard Improvements
Completed on July 7, 2022, this project
involved the conversion of three
parking stalls to an outdoor,
programmable courtyard space
suitable for activities, events, and food
distributions. In addition, the existing
shade structure fabric was replaced,
and the building exterior was painted
with updated colors.
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Laurel Glen and Camino Real Park Shade Structures
Two new cantilever shade canopies were installed at each park adjacent to its respective
playground area. In addition, shade fabric was added to the existing wood picnic shelter at
Camino Real Park. The project was completed on June 21, 2022.
Pine Tree Park Renovation
In August 2022, construction began on the complete renovation of the park to include new
landscaping and turf, updated irrigation, new playground equipment, and safety surfacing,
outdoor fitness stations, a new sand volleyball court, a picnic shelter, and a series of ADA
improvements all around the park. The estimated completion is early Spring 2023.
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PUBLIC ART
Boys and Girls Clubs Wall Mural
The Public Art Committee partnered with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Tustin to fund and design
a 1,400-square-foot mural on the west-facing wall of their building by Brian Peterson. The
mural depicts children working in their dream careers alongside the Club’s motto of “Great
Futures Start Here.”
Pioneer Road Park Seat Wall
Mural
Artist Thomas Clark completed a painted
mural featuring a cowboy-themed mural
with Pioneer Road Park spelled out
amongst the design on the seat wall of the
splash pad at Pioneer Road Park. This
beautiful addition to the park was
completed in March 2022.
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Creative Signals Program
The Tustin Public Art Committee created a traffic signal cabinet
beautification program titled ‘Creative Signals.’ Individuals,
organizations, and businesses can donate to a public art project
by having an original vinyl wrap designed and installed on a traffic
signal cabinet. The program gained traction in 2022, with four new
boxes being wrapped.
Gifted Public Art
The Tustin
Public Art
Committee accepted two donated public
art pieces through the Creative Signals
Program. The Tustin Area Council for Fine
Arts donated art designed by Ivanna Tijitra
at the corner of El Camino Real and Sixth
Street and art designed by Manual Chua at
the corner of B Street and First Street.
Both traffic signal cabinets depict TACFA’s most iconic program, Broadway in the Park.
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PARKS AND RECREATION
COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES
Community Services Commission • Stephen Kozak, Chairperson • Ken Henderson, Chair Pro Tem • Donna Marsh Peery, Commissioner • Amy Nakamoto, Commissioner • Laseanda Wesson, Commissioner
Public Art Committee • Meg Gullo, Chairperson • Scott McMillin, Chair Pro Tem • Janet Lomax, Committee Member • Erin Bruner, Committee Member • Medha Paliwal, Committee Member
Senior Advisory Board • Sherry Geyer, Chair • Ken Higman, Vice Chair • Anne Lastimado, Member • Amy Nakamoto, Member • Laura Waite, 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 • Katrina Pinyan, Office Assistant • Cindy Diaz, Office Assistant
Recreation Services Team • Christian Hernandez, Recreation Supervisor • Emily Perez, Recreation Coordinator • Aaron Garcia, Recreation Coordinator • Stephanie Finn, Recreation Coordinator • Garrison De Vine, Recreation Coordinator
Human Services Team • Vanessa Osborn, Recreation Supervisor • Karl Halili, Recreation Coordinator • Barbara Guerrero-Yanez, Recreation Coordinator • Tom Scavuzzo, Recreation Facilities Lead • Tyler Lyman, Recreation Facilities Lead • Horacio Velazquez, Transportation Coordinator • Giscelle Serrano, Transportation Coordinator
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THANK YOU TO OUR 2022 SPONSORS
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