Fall 2005 Newsletterr -
Volume 1, Issue 1
November 1, 2005
Our Goals
The Meridian Parks and
Recreation Department
strives to bring innovative
programs and develop a
contemporary parks sys-
tem that will meet the
needs of this active and
growing city. To achieve
these goals we have a
staff that is dedicated to
listening to community
members, addressing their
needs and focusing our
efforts to meet those
needs. We are currently
developing four new
parks in an effort to pro-
vide venues for recrea-
tional
ecreational activities and green
space that can be enjoyed
by all.
A diversity of people are
moving to Meridian and
bringing with them skills
and knowledge that we
are encouraging them to
share with others. The
growing number of activi-
ties that we offer are a
direct reflection on the
vibrant community in
which we live and work.
Meridian Parks and
Recreation seeks to pro-
vide opportunities for the
citizens of Meridian to
participate in life
enhancing activities by
offering quality year-
round recreation pro-
grams and a well-
designed and maintained
parks system. "It is not
the parks that we main-
Community Corner
We have received feed-
back from the community
on past programs, current
programs, as well as what
should be offered in the
future. The Meridian
Parks and Recreation
Summer Play Camp was a
huge success and based
on positive feedback
from the community we
are planning to offer the
program again next
summer. While visiting
some of the Fall activity
sites participants offered
positive comments and
remarked on the high
Parks and Recreation Staff.-
tain, or the recreation pro-
grams that we operate, but
the value that we add to
peoples lives and the
memories that we help
create that are most
important. "
Youth at Adventure
Island Playground
quality of the activities.
Suggestions for future
classes are: music class
for youth, women's self
defense class, and an
adult pottery class. If you
would like to teach a class
or have an idea for a
class, let us know.
Doug Strong, Director
Elroy Huff, Parks Superintendent
Anne Butler, Recreation Superintendent
Colin Moss, Recreation Coordinator
Diane Stewart, Administrative Secretary
Anita Johnson, Office Assistant
Charisse Gardner, Office Assistant
Youth participating in Parks Staff. Spence Chivers, Brad Day, Rick Heller,
an Archery Class Debbie Miller, and Dennis Summers
Parks News
We are working on developing four
new parks to be opened in the Sum-
mer of 2006:
Heroes Park is located North of the
intersection of Ten Mile and
McMillan. It will contain 24 soccer
fields, a picnic shelter, restrooms, and
playground facilities. Construction
projects this Fall include an irrigation
pond and pump. The park is scheduled
for completion in the Summer of 2006.
Champion Park is located in the
Champion Park Subdivision West of
Eagle Road on Ustick Road. It will be
a neighborhood park with a picnic shel -
ter, restrooms, playground, basketball
courts, and walking paths. Construc-
tion projects this Fall include a walking
path and grass. The park is scheduled
for completion in the Summer of 2006.
Upcoming Events
We are getting ready to decorate the
city with holiday lights and deliver a
holiday tree for the upcoming Holiday
Tree Lighting Ceremony and Parade on
December 2nd and 3rd.
Registration continues for Fall Activi-
ties call 888-3579 for classes, fees,
rimes, and locations.
Men's basketball and women's/co-ed
volleyball is scheduled to begin the
first week in November and registra-
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Soccer at Settlers Park
Champions Park walking path
Seasons Park is located between
Turnberry and Autumn Faire
subdivisions just off North Black Cat
Road. It will be a neighborhood park
with a picnic shelter, restrooms,
playground, basketball courts, and
walking paths. Groundbreaking will
occur this Fall and should be completed
in the Summer of 2006.
tions are open for individual players
and teams through October 21 st. Call
888-3579 and speak with Colin to reg-
ister.
The deadline for entries in the Holiday
Essay Contest is fast approaching. All
youth currently in the 5th grade, that
are also residents of Meridian, may en-
ter. In 100 words or less describe what
the holidays mean to you, decorate
your essay and submit it to us by No -
We are fortunate to have Colin Moss
join our Department as the Recreation
Coordinator. He brings a lot of energy
and new ideas on how to diversify the
Meridian sports programs, get more
community involvement, and better
facilitate the programs. If you would
like to see a particular sport begin in
Meridian, contact Colin and let him
know. He is planning to start ultimate
Kiwanis Park is located South of
Mountain View High School. It will be
a neighborhood park with a picnic
shelter, restrooms, playground, walking
paths, and a fishing pond. Construction
projects this Fall include pumps and
irrigation. The park is scheduled for
completion in the Summer of 2006.
Bear Creek Park
vember 11th. Essays will be judged by
the Mayor, a winner will be announced,
and asked to read their essay at the an-
nual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony
in Generations Plaza on Friday Ik-
cember 2nd.
Holiday Essay Contest Entry
11 W. Bower Street
Meridian, ID 83642
Frisbee and disc golf in the near future
Meridian Parks and Recreation would
like to welcome the newest addition to
our growi ng family, Anne Butler.
Anne will take over as the new Recrea-
tion Superintendent replacing the act-
ing Recreation Superintendent, David
Wallas. Please join us in welcoming
both Colin and Anne to the Depart-
ment.
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