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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda Report - June 6, 2001 E-29AGENDA TITLE: Information Regarding Summer Programs for North County Youth Administered by the City of Lodi's Parks and Recreation Department MEETING DATE: June 6, 2001 PREPARED BY: Janet L. Hamilton, Management Analyst RECOMMENDED ACTION: None. Provided for Council information. BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The Human Services Agency of San Joaquin County will purchase from the Parks and Recreation Department the following services: Administration of a summer day camp at Lockeford School ($21,374) and a Lodi Lake day camp program ($25,106) for north county youth. The attached purchase order, budgets, and program descriptions provide detailed information. FUNDING: Fully funded by the Human Services Agency of San Joaquin County kVA 6 1 Roger Baltz Parks and Recreation Director APPROVED: C `� H. ixon lynn -- Manager 05/29/01 05/21/2001 15:54 2094681985 HSA AE*41N PAGE 02/06 PURCHASE ORDER FOR CITY OF LODI PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT DATE: May 21, 2001 CONTRACTOR: City of Lodi Parks and Recreation Department AMOUNT: $46,480 PROGRAM SCOPE; City of Lodi Parks and Recreation Department in. collaboration will provide a day camp for up to 60 participants at Lockeford School as well as provide a day camp experience at Lodi, Lake for a four week period for an average of 40 children from various schools in the area (New Hope, Lockeford, and community centers). The program will offer a variety of interesting, stimulating activities for children of Cal WORKS families and other needy families. REPORTING REOUIREMENTS: Monthly Fiscal Report Quarterly Program Report RATIONALE: This project ties into two of the four purposes of TANF funds, namely: 1. To prevent and reduce the incidence of teen pregnancies by intervening early in the life of school children to provide safe, positive alternatives for children who are at high-risk youth; 2. To encourage the formation and maintenance of two-parent families by providing the foundations for youth to learn skills that encourage communication, positive interactions with peers and adults, and skills that provide the foundation for development of good work skills. TERM: June 1, 2001 through September 1, 2001. Lodi Parks and Recreation Department will submit invoices for costs incurred. ATTACHMENT: CONTACT: Janet Hamilton, City Manager's Office City of Lodi 333-6700 Parks and Recreation Department The Beneflts are Endless Summary: The Lodi Parks and Recreation Department in partnership with Lodi Unified School District would like to create and implement a summer program for 40 of the 60 participants that are enrolled in the Lockeford After School Enrichment Program when they are off-track in June and July. Population to be served: Lockeford Elementary School is located outside the City of Lodi limits. 86.5% of the families at Lockeford participate in the free or reduced lunch program and 36.9% receive public financial assistance. The student population is 29% Hispanic, 67% White, 1 % Pacific Islander, 1 % African American, 1 % Asian, and 1 % American Indian. Currently, 60 students in grades Kindergarten through 6th participate in the Enrichment Program. 2. Target Area for Program Delivery: The target area is Lockeford Elementary School and the Enrichment Program. The Enrichment Program participants will have the right to enroll first. The summer program will utilize three main areas: Cafeteria, Playground and possibly one portable. 3. Type of Program/Service to be provided: The overall goal is to provide participants a safe and supervised off-track experience in the upcoming summer months. The program hours will be from 9am-3pm, Monday — Friday. The program will start operation on June 4, 2001 and end on July 31,2001, no program on July 4, 2001. The children will have experiences is various types of activities. For example, arts and crafts projects, organized games, water and free play. The program will also offer two snack times a day and four field trips. The program will have a site leader and three recreation leaders for a staff to participant ratio of 1:10. 4. Type of Outcomes to be Achieved: By providing this opportunity, the parents can focus on achieving the following outcomes: Improve motivation, performance, and self-esteem of children, youth, and family members; 125 N. Stockton Street (209) 333-6742 Lodi, CA 95240 FAX: (209) 333-0162 Website: www.lodi.gov E -Mail: prdept@lodi.gov Parks and Recreation Department The Benefits are Endless • Support provision of essential services that make it possible for needy persons with multiple barriers to participate in the CaIWORKSs programs; • Encourage the formation and maintenance of two parent families. The outcomes can be measured by the following: • Maintaining a log of daily attendance; • Survey the participants and their parents. • Program Evaluation S. Applicant Agency and Partners Currently, the City of Lodi Parks and Recreation Department operates nine After School Programs in cooperation with the Lodi Unified School District. We feel we have a long outstanding record of providing a quality service for our residents and non- residents. 6. Program Budget: Description Total Staff Salary (1:10) $10,992 Recreation Coordinator $ 1,337 Staff Taxes $ 959 4 Field trips (Admission and Transportation) $ 2,500 2 Snacks/Day ($1.50 x 40 children x 41 days) $ 2,460 Staff Uniforms $ 180 Administrative Fee $ 400 Cellular Phone Charges $ 70 LUSD Facility Use Fee $ 1,476 Supplies and Materials 1,000 Total: $ 21,374 7. Program Request: The Lodi Parks and Recreation Department is requesting $21,374 to provide and operate an off-track, 8 week summer camp program for children in grades Kindergarten — 6"' who attend Lockeford Elementary School and the Lockeford After School Enrichment Program. 125 N. Stockton Street (209) 333-6742 Lodi, CA 95240 FAX: (209) 333-0162 Website: www.lodi.gov E -Mail: prdept lodi.gov Parks and Recreation Department The Benefits are Endless Summary: The Lodi Parks and Recreation Department to create and implement a Camp Lodi Lake program for 40 participants that are from various School Districts in Northern San Joaquin County. 1. Population to be served: The participants will be students who are off-track for the summer and attend various local School Districts. 2. Target Area for Program Delivery: The target area is northern San Joaquin County. The participants will be able to enjoy utilizing most of the Lodi Lake Park. 3. Type of Program/Service to be provided: The overall goal is to provide participants a safe and supervised off-track experience in the upcoming summer months. The program hours will be from 9am-3pm, Tuesday — Friday, up to 20 days. The children will have experiences is various types of activities. For example, arts and crafts projects, education speakers, Discovery Center and boat tours, water and free play. The program will also offer 2 snacks a day and lunch. The program will have a Camp Director and three Camp Leaders for a staff to participant ratio of 1:10. Schedule 9:00am Bus 9:30am Orientation/Guest Speaker/Nature Tour 10:30am Snack 10:45am Craft/Discovery Center Tour 11:30am Lunch 12:30pm Water Activities 2:15pm Clean—up 2:30pm Snack 2:50pm Load Bus 4. Type of Outcomes to be Achieved: By providing this opportunity, the parents can focus on achieving the following outcomes: • Improve motivation, performance, and self-esteem of children, youth, and family members; • Support provision of essential services that make it possible for needy persons with multiple barriers to participate in the CaIWORKSs programs; 125 N. Stockton Street (209) 333-6742 Lodi, CA 95240 FAX: (209) 333-0162 Website: www.lodi.gov E -Mail: prdept@lodi.gov Parks and Recreation Department The Benefits are Endless • Encourage the formation and maintenance of two parent families. The outcomes can be measured by the following: • Maintaining a log of daily attendance; • Survey the participants and their parents. • Program Evaluation 5. Applicant Agency and Partners The City of Lodi Parks and Recreation Department operated Camp Lodi Lake last year. We feel we have a long outstanding record of providing a quality service for our residents and non-residents. 6. Program Budget: Administrative Fee 2 x 2 hrs x $25 $2,000 1 Camp Director $12 x 160 hours $1,920 3 Camp Leaders $ 9 x 450 hours $4,050 1 Rec Coordinator $17 x 20 hours $ 326 Staff Taxes $ 490 160 Participant T-shirts $8 x 40 children x 4 groups $1,280 Staff Uniform $10 x 4 staff $ 200 Transportation (Grape Line) $1.60 per ride $2,600 Speaker $100 x 20 days $2,000 2 Snacks $1 x 40 children x 20 days $1,600 Lunch $5 x 48 (8 staff) $4,800 Craft Projects $2 x 40 children x 20 days $1,600 Water Activities (A different activity per day) $2,240 ($2.80 average per camper per day) 2 days of Swimming $3 x 40 1 day of Canoe & Kayak $4 x 40 1 day of Boat Tour $7 x 40 7. Program Request: The Lodi Parks and Recreation Department is requesting $25,106 to provide and operate an off-track, 20 day Camp Lodi Lake program for children in grades 2nd — 8th who attend various School Districts in Northern San Joaquin County. 125 N. Stockton Street (209) 333-6742 Lodi, CA 95240 FAX: (209) 333-0162 Website: www.lodi.gov E -Mail: prdept@lodi.gov