Public Invited to Review Recommendations for New Agreements Between Park Board and Community Associations

February 14, 2005 (No. 12) - The public is invited to a meeting of the Park Board's Culture and Recreation Committee where the final report from the Joint Operating Agreement Task Force will be presented. The agreements outline the roles and responsibilities of the partners in the joint operation of community centres and the delivery of community-based recreation services. In 2001, the Associations and the Park Board agreed to establish a Task Force to undertake a review of these agreements, many of which are over 25 years old.

The Task Force recommendations focus on serving community needs, maximizing available resources and creating effective alliances. They cover a broad range of issues which, if approved, could improve community recreation services for citizens and enhance the partnership between the Park Board and local Community Associations.

Wednesday, February 16, 2005
Begins at 7:00 pm
Langara Golf Course Clubhouse
6706 Alberta Street (49th Ave. and Alberta St.)

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For information contact Lori MacKay, Director of Parks and Recreation, Vancouver East District at 604-257-8615.

The Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation maintains 200 parks and 40 major facilities throughout the City of Vancouver. The Park Board's mission is to provide, preserve and advocate for parks and recreation services to benefit people, communities and the environment.