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Greetings!
The WRPA E-news is distributed twice a month to our total membership. Its our tool for providing timely news and information you need regarding current events, grants, training, and great ideas to add value to your work day.
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Legislative Committee Meeting
2:30pm Tuesday, June 19
WRPA has hosted several discussions about our legislative strategy for 2013. Our last regular legislative planning meeting is Tuesday June 19 at Metro Parks Tacoma, 4702 S. 19th St, Tacoma, WA, 98405. Remote access is provided. More
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 Mid Year Conference & Trade Show Friday November 9, 2012
Everett, WA Announcing our early-bird promotion!
Register by Friday August 3, 2012 to be included in the raffle for a complimentary 2013 full conference registration. ($269 value) Winner announced on November 9 during the opening general session. Register today |
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Department of Revenue Meeting
10:00am Friday, July 13
Join us to meet Kristine Rompa, Tax Policy Specialist, our new point of contact at DOR who is taking over league fees and issues and determinations on how charges for various amusement and recreational activities are taxable. More
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Parks & Recreation Districts
AWC Tax and User Fee Survey
This survey is conducted every two years. Survey results provide an important resource for jurisdictions in comparing rate, tax and fee information. AWC staff also use the information to aid our legislative and member services efforts, and state agency staff use it for various reports and website information. As a survey respondent you will receive access to survey results. Survey For questions please contact the AWC Research Team, research@awcnet.org or 1-800-562-8981.
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Certified Playground Safety Instructor
August 15-17, 2012 - Bellevue WA
This course is the most comprehensive training program on playground
hazard identification and risk management methods offered anywhere.
Advanced reading and fifteen hours of training from nationally known
playground safety experts will prepare participants to "sit" for the
Certified Playground Safety Inspector Examination offered at the
culmination of the certification course. More/Register
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Call For Nominations
Facility Section Awards
The Facility Services Section will present three awards at the WRPA Mid-Year: Customer Service Award; Outstanding Professional Award; and Innovative Facility Practice Award. Nominations are accepted at the WRPA Office through September 28, 2012. More
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On the Move
Gov. Chris Gregoire announced the winners of her 2012 Smart Communities Awards. Now in its 7th year, the program recognizes achievements by local leaders to promote "smart growth" planning and projects that contribute to our quality of life in Washington state. More
State Parks invites you to check out our new blog and storytelling site, www.AdventureAwaits.com. You will find features every week that include hikes, road trips and profiles. You'll find useful information to help you plan your park visit, along with information about the Discover Pass, why it's important to support it if you love your parks - and where to purchase the pass. We also encourage you to share the site with friends, neighbors and family.
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Special Grants Program
2012 Supplemental Capital Budget
"Hot off the press" information about this $12M grant program split into $6m economic development and $6M community revitalization. The criteria on the community revitalization side include a project's ability to make communities more ped-bike friendly and to enhance in-city recreation. WRPA worked on this in conjunction with the "Jobs Package" enacted by the Legislature. The application cycle is likely to start end of July with CERB offering a webinar early August. More
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Transportation Bill Update
Multi-year Reauthorization of our Nation's Surface Transportation Program
NRPA continues to meet with House and Senate Conferees on a weekly basis to discuss critically important issues, including: continued federal support for biking and walking as well as the LWCF provisions included in the Senate passed transportation bill now in conference. June 14 NRPA Letter For more information contact Dave Tyahla, Senior Government Affairs Manager dtyahla@nrpa.org.
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Veterans Day Tennis Play Day
NRPA-USTA Tennis in the Parks Initiative
The NRPA-USTA Tennis in the Parks Partnership along with the USTA Military Outreach team encourages Parks and Recreation Departments across the country to expand tennis participation in public parks and thank the Veteran and Military Families in local communities by hosting a Veterans Day Play Day. Be a part of this national initiative and don't forget to register your Play Day scheduled on or around Veterans Day - November 11! More
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WSDOT Grant
Applications due June 30, 2012
WSDOT is accepting applications for projects on local roads, streets and highways that increase safety and accessibility. Applications If you plan to submit, please let Doug Levy, our lobbyist and Brit Kramer know. Additional support with your applications is available upon request. |
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Quick View of Upcoming Training
Visit our registration page for more information on all these trainings.
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WRPA is a 501c3 not-for-profit professional and public interest organization. WRPA is dedicated to providing resources for the public and our members who create community through people parks and programs. Thank your for your membership in WRPA.
Sincerely,
Brit Kramer, CPRP, CAE
Executive Director
Washington Recreation & Park Association
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Upcoming Section Meetings
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Connect with your colleagues at the next section meeting. Visit the section web page to find agendas and directions posted the week before each meeting. *Remote access via "gotomeeting" scheduled.
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We believe ALL kids are created equal
At Landscape Structures, we're creating play environments where all children and their families can play together, regardless of their abilities.
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Upcoming WRPA Executive Board Meetings
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Sept. 14, 2012 - Lynnwood Dec. 7, 2012 - Mercer Island
Mar. 8, 2013 - North Bend
April 18, 2013 - Vancouver
(general membership meeting)
The WRPA Executive Board meets five times a year. For more information about the WRPA Executive Board members, meeting agendas, district boundaries please visit our WRPA Executive Board pages.
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