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President Social
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April 17 - All sections have been asked to hold meetings at the Annual Conference
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Upcoming WRPA Executive Board Meetings
Mar. 8, 2013 - North Bend
April 17, 2013 - Vancouver
(general membership meeting)
The WRPA Executive Board meets four 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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Save the Date
Wednesday
October 23, 2013
Tukwila, WA
MID YEAR Conference & Show |
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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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WRPA Annual Conference & Trade Show 
Time Sensitive! Hilton Hotel discount rate is only valid until March 17 - Reserve your room today! $113 single/double
 You may want to consider attending one or more of Lori Hoffner's sessions on Thursday:
- The Power of Advocacy: Get Your Community Working With You
- Training For the "Ages"; Creating a Culture of Cooperation & Respect
- What's Going On In There? Understanding Adolescent Brain Development
Lori A. Hoffner has been offering training for positive youth development, community networking and relationship building for the last 14 years and has spoken nationally regarding youth development, employment and staff engagement as well as multiple community issues. As a former elected official, Lori understands the nuances of public service related to community programming, facilities and the responsibility to tax payers and the customers.
Sponsorship opportunities still available |
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Bridge to the Future - Methods to Meet Park & Recreation Trends & Challenges
Tuesday April 16, Vancouver, WA
Join senior leaders and managers from Washington and Oregon park and recreation agencies as we focus on trends, change, and how to meet the challenges of the future. Nationally-recognized trainer and consultant Ellen O'Sullivan will discuss effective models for change and will facilitate a peer-to-peer discussion of best practices from both states. Sponsored by Northwest Playground Equipment Inc., and reception following sponsored by MIG. More / Register |
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WRPA Strategic Planning Update
The vision for the "WRPA Strategic Plan Update" is that it will be a process that will take place over the course of a year or more. We plan to review all WRPA service and operations as part of the plan update. The process is including the entire WRPA executive board as well as frequent outreach to our members. More
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Small Engine Repair
Wednesday March 13, 2013 - Bellevue, WA
We will focus on preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and scheduled maintenance for small equipment including mowers, edges, weed eaters and blowers. More / Register |
Aquatic Facility Operator Course 
March 27-29, 2013 - Shoreline, WA
Who should attend? Aquatic Directors,
Aquatic Supervisors, Recreation Directors,
Aquatic Facility Managers, Aquatic Programming Personnel, Aquatic Design Professionals, Aquatic Maintenance Personnel, Waterpark Directors, Pool Managers, and anyone responsible for operating a clean, safe, efficient aquatic facility. More / Register |
Section Awards - March 14 Deadline
The following sections are providing opportunities for recognition of professionals, community members and outstanding programs. Please visit their web page to access nomination information.
- Park Resources is recognizing dedicated professionals who deserve recognition above and beyond. More
- The Athletic/Fitness Section is accepting nominations and applications for Outstanding Professional, Community Member/Organization, and Leadership Scholarship awards. More
- The Teen Services Section is proud to recognize organizations and individuals for their contributions and service to their community and our profession. More
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Legislative WRPA - Current Events
Washington State Parks Transformation Strategy - The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission will meet at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 21, at the L&I Auditorium, 7273 Linderson Way SW Tumwater, Washington. At the meeting, the Commission will consider adopting an agency-wide strategy for developing revenues, achieving efficiencies, and expanding contributed support necessary to operate the state park system. Members of the public are welcome to attend, and will have an opportunity to provide comment. Contact Nata Ju Hurst for more information.
Great News! Kaleen Cottingham was asked by Governor Inslee to continue as Director of the Recreation & Conservation Office and to be part of his administration.
WRPA members are reaching out to key legislators this week to encourage legislators to re-establish the Youth Athletic Field (YAF) Account with $3 million in the Capital Budget.
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NACTO Bikeways Training Opportunity
The PSRC Growing Transit Communities Project and the four regional health agencies (Pierce, Kitsap, King, Snohomish) invite you to a facilitated workshop related to the National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO) Urban Bikeway Design Guide. The workshop is appropriate for traffic engineers and planners and will allow for the sharing of success stories as well as the identification of barriers and possible approaches to successful implementation. More
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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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