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1989 09 12 Agenda . 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. '. . AGENDA CHANHASSEN PARK AND RECREATION CO~~lISSION TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 1989, 7:30 P.M. CHANHASSEN MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 690 COULTER DRIVE Call to Order. Appoint Acting Chair, Ed Hasek. Approval of August 29, 1989 minutes. Review Request to Delete Sidewalk Construction from Curry Farms. Review 1989 Tennis Program. Review 1989 Oktoberfest Plans. Review 1989 Halloween Party Plans. Commission Presentation. Administrative Section. '-I CITY OF CRANRASSEN . 690 COULTER DRIVE. P.O. BOX 147 . CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 55317 (612) 937-1900 MEMORANDUM: TO: Park and Recreation Commission FROM: Lori Sietsema, Park and Recreation Coordinator 4 DATE: September 5, 1989 SUBJ: Curry Farms Sidewalk Request Attached please find a petition from the Curry Farms residents requesting that the sidewalk requirement be reconsidered. They feel that their neighborhood has low amounts of street traffic and does not warrant a sidewalk. Therefore, they are requesting the sidewalk requirement be deleted from the development contract and that trail dedication fees be collected from Centex Homes Corporation. . Staff finds it difficult making a recommendation on this request. In the past year we have had numerous discussions regarding where trails and sidewalks should be placed. The Commission recom- mended a policy regarding sidewalks and trails that was adopted by the City Council. It is logical that the Commission would recommend upholding that policy. That policy, as stated in the Comprehensive Trail Plan, was to endorse sidewalks/trails along thru streets to connect neighborhoods to other neighborhoods, parks, schools, downtown, etc. Sidewalks/trails are not called for along deadend streets or cul-de-sacs. What does the attached request represent? Solely a neighborhood sidewalk or a link in the city-wide trail network - both could be successfully argued. . . . . Dear Chanhassen Council Members: We are writing to you concerning the asphalt trail which is currently planned to run through the Curry Farms neighborhood. The trail is planned to be 6 ft. wide and will run along the front and sides of existing homes, from Lake Lucy Road to powers Blvd along Devonshire Drive (See the attached map). When the residents of the neighborhood found out about the scheduled construction of this trail, we were both surprised and disappointed. Curry Farms is a low traffic neighborhood, even though it is very close to completion. The planned trail is neither necessary or desirable in this type of setting. This sentiment is widely held by the residents of Curry Farms (a member of the Park and Recreation Board recently talked with most of the residents and found no one in favor the trail's construction). We have also surveyed the residents and have. included the signatures of all of the residents of Curry Farms who are opposed and in favor of the proposed trail. The trail also provides no vital link in the trail systems, since the Lake Lucy trail and Powers Blvd are already linked. The trail system itself is a great asset to Chanhassen and its residents. We feel that a more useful and pressing need for this money could be found by increasing the trail fund or connecting major portions of the existing system. We have spoken with both Centex and members of the Park and Recreation Board, and although everyone's wishes seem to be consistent with our own, we have not been able to come to an acceptable solution. We would like to have this issue put on the Council Agenda so that all sides may be heard from. We thank you for your help in this matter and look forward to discussing it with you. Sincerely, The Curry Farms Residents ~ ~ J\CS-UL ~ ~~(~ C-~: ~d2-- trol LIlO-I5b~ i\._'--_::...'.....W AUG 221989 CITY OF CHANHASSEN < , ... ..- A ... i LU ., f.IO ~ ~ ~ ~, ::5 ~ ~ ; .~ . 'I' $, ~f en wz ~8 :%:< a: ><0 wc. I-~ ffiu (J 8 .. . ... 5. 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BOX 147 . CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 55317 (612) 937-1900 lvlElvl0RANDUlvl TO: Lori Sietsema, Park and Recreation Coordinator Allan Larson, Sr. Engineering Technician ~ August 29, 1989 ~ FRON: DATE: SUBJ: Curry Farms Park Grading and Sidewalk Construction File Nos. 87-16 and 88-5 On August 24, 1989 I met with John Spiess of Centex Real Estate Corporation and Dale Gregory to discuss repairs, i.e. grading and leveling of the Curry Farms Park. From this discussion, Centex will either disc the park or supply money to the City to have this completed and the Parks Department will level and seed the parkland. . I asked Mr. Spiess about his time schedule for sidewalk construc- tion and discovered that a petition is being circulated within the Curry Farms neighborhood to prevent sidewalk construction and to apply the money to park equipment. Therefore, Mr. Spiess has been holding on the sidewalk construction. The Park and Recreation Commission needs to determine if a sidewalk is to be constructed and to inform Mr. Spiess of any decision made so that sidewalk construction can be built this year. . 6"' . CITY OF CHAHHASSEH 690 COULTER DRIVE. P.O. BOX 147 . CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 55-317 (612) 937-1900 MEMORANDUM FROM: Todd Hoffman, Recreation Supervisor /;( TO: Park and Recreation Commission DATE: September 7, 1989 SUBJ: 1989 Tennis Lesson Program . A series of tennis lessons were offered by the Park and Recreation Department at Meadowgreen Park, North Lotus Lake Park and City Center Park this past summer. Mary Johnson was hired to coordinate and instruct these lessons. Mary proved to be a very knowledgable and capable instructor for all age and skill levels. A class description and evaluation of the 1989 tennis in the parks program is attached. You will notice the core neighborhoods of Chanhassen produce the greatest number of participants. This trend is not unusual, as most other recreation programs result in similiar geographic registration patterns. The likely explanation to this trend is that residents located in the northern tier of Chanhassen take advantage of recreation programs offered by other service agencies in their area. However the recent growth in population in southern Chanhassen will have a direct impact on participant numbers in the future. . lvlEADOw GREEN PARK Monday / . Wednesday 1:30 - 2:00 Tiny Hitters I 2:15 - 2:45 Tiny Hitters II 3:00 - 3:45 Young Hitters I 4:00 - 4:45 Young Hi tters. II 5:00 - 6:00 Junior Hitters 6:30 - 7:30 Adult (Nonday Only) NOR TH LO'raS LAKE PARK Tuesday/Thursday 2:00 - 2:30 Tiny Hitters I 2:45 - 3:15 Tiny Hit:ters II 3:30 - 4:15 Young Hitters I 4:30 - 5:15 Young Hitters II 5:30 - 6:30 Junior Hitters 6:30 - 7:30 Adult (Tuesday Only) CITY CENTER PARK Tuesday/Wednesday 8:30 - 9:00 Tiny Hitters I 9:15 - 9:45 Tiny Hitters II 10:00 - 10:45 Young Hitters I 11:00 - 11:45 Young Hitters II 12:00 - 1:00 Junior Hitters .... ~q, ~ .~~~ ~~~~ Sponsored b_ Chanhassen Park and RecreL on Department 690 Coulter Drive, Chanhassen, MN/937-1900 TEmiIS IN THE PARKS...offers a variety of activities based on each players' ability and his desire to improve. Cirriculum is a product of the United States Tennis Association and is unique in that it combines fun group activities with a solid.base of skill development. Bring a tennis racquet and wear comfortable shoes. A complete description of ability levels available in the Chanhassen . Park and Recreation Summer Brochure or contact Hazy Johnson (934-4536). . Session I: June 19-July 21 (no class week of July 4 Session II: July 24-Aug 18 Tiny Hitters (5-7) Young Hitters (8-16) Jr. Hitters (11-16) Adult (17 and up) 312. 00 $18.00 $2~. $2~ RSGISTRATIO:J Mail: Use the registration form b~low to register by mail. Make check payable to Chanhassen Park and Recreation Dept; 690 Coulter Drive, Chanhassen, Mn. 55J17. In person: Visit Chanh'lssen City Hall at 690 Coulter Drive between 8:00 AH and 4:JO :?H, Monday throu~h i~day. ..Programs ~ith insufficient enrolL~ent will be cancelled and payment returned. . .Cnce off'icially regbtered, attend first class as scheduled. You Hill be notified only if the class is filled or cancelled. PARTIcnJA1T JA;.:Z ADDn~ss (nhonc) (;ity "';ip TITT.::: SSSSIO:l .:itreet . ::"CCATIO:l AG3 CI;" PA::rrICE.,UT ~7~ . -'-' TI:~~ . . . TENNIS IN THE PARK.......1989 Number of Participants Session I and 11....92 Session 1...........59 Session 11..........33 Participants by Location Session I Meadow Green 7 North Lotus 9 City Center 43 Session II 4 o 29 Participants by Age Sixty Percent of participants were in the 9-11 year old bracket, remaining forthy percent were split equally between 6-8 year old and 13-14 year old bracket. Expenditures Tennis Balls Ball Hoppers Basket Reimbursements Tennis instructor Revenue Registrations Balance $188.88 146.40 22.00 18.00 1109.87 $1589.00 $ 103.85 Recommendations for the 1990 season Offer week-long session billed as a "mini-camp" (Monday - Thurs- day). Have two sessions at City Center, 1 session at North Lotus, 1 session at Meadow Green. One week reserved for private/semi-private lesson sign-up. Cost of mini-camp to approximately $4/hour/student. Cost of private/semi-private to approximately $lO/court hour. Pursue establishment of NJTL program with Rotary sponsorship. CITY 0 F CHANHASSEN l.P . 690 COULTER DRIVE. P.O. BOX 147 . CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 55317 (612) 937-1900 MEMORANDUM TO: Park and Recreation Commission // FROM: Todd Hoffman, Recreation Supervisor DATE: September 5, 1989 SUBJ: Oktoberfest Planning for the 1989 Oktoberfest in Chanhassen is well underway. The date of Saturday, September 30 was set last spring at a Chanhassen Lions meeting. It was established at that time that the Chanhassen Lions would be the major sponsor of this event, but would welcome the involvement of other organizations. To date, the following community groups have expressed a desire to . be involved in this years event: the "new" Chanhassen Jaycees, the Chanhassen Sno Snoopers Snowmobile Club, the Chanhassen Rotary and the Chanhassen Women of Today. Representatives of the South Shore Senior Center and the Community Center Task Force will also be in attendance. The City is taking the responsibility of providing the necessary support functions to operate this event including tent, tables, stage, electrical power, portable bathrooms, decorations, promo- tion and the band. All other food, beverage, entertainment and information services are the responsibility of the sponsoring organizations. Commissioners are welcome to join in to organize this community event at your leisure. A complete schedule of events as it appears in the 1989 fall brochure is attached for your information. Park and Recreation Coordinator's Comments (9-7-89): The Oktoberfest is becoming a community event in its truest sense - run by the community. As Todd has stated, the City is providing the basic support functions, but the sponsoring community groups are taking the responsibility of running the event. We are hope- ful that more of our events will take this turn as it gives the residents a better sense of involvement and identification with . their community. No action is necessary on this item. SQT. . IN CI-IAN 5ROU~1IT to YOU IN PART 6'1... TIlE. CI-IANWASSG.N LIONA 'S'PT[MBER PO'IVNTOWN C:MANHAS -~ ........... ....... Softball Tournament Lake Ann Park Men's Fall League 4:00 p.m. Championship game Art Show and Sale Heritage Park Downtown Chanhassen water color & oil by: Chanhassen Artists Claire Vogel Nora Casey Ann Vogel Kay Faust OKTOBERFEST SCHEDULE OF EVENTS 9:45 a.m. - 5:15 p.m. Noon - 6:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. .5:00 p.m.- 0:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. - Midnight ADDED AITRACTIONS: Representatives of the South Shore Senior Center will be on hand to talk to you about their center. Food concessions & Beer garden at Market Blvd, under Big Tent The Sno Snooper Snowmobile club will be displaying snowmobiles and their trail groomer. Community Center Task Force Representatives will be on hand to discuss Community Center options. Games for kids Sponsored by the Chanhassen Sno Snoopers Snowmobile Club Your Friendly Food Servers Chanhassen Lions serve: Chanhassen Jaycees serve: Brats, Polish & Kraut Popcorn Hamburgers, German & Potato Salad, Pop & Beer Apples with Caramel Cash Bingo Entertainment & Street Dance [II] 7 CITY OF CHARHASSER . 690 COULTER DRIVE. P.O. BOX 147 . CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 55317 (612) 937-1900 MEMORANDUM TO: Park and Recreation Commission 7/ FROM: Todd Hoffman, Recreation Supervisor DATE: September 5, 1989 SUBJ: 1989 Halloween Party A new format has been developed for the 1989 Halloween Party. In the past, all children and parents attending have been divided by groups, which would then participate in three activities; trick- or-treating, group games, and watching an entertaining show. In an effort to alleviate the problems associated with organizing 300 to 400 people into groups, a new program format will be used . this year. As children and their parents arrive, they will be given the opportunity to go trick-or-treating. They may choose to take one of two routes to collect their treats, either the Evil Witch's Dark and Mysterious Passage or the Friendly Witch's Trail of Good Natured Ghosts. After collecting their goodies from the costumed characters along these routes, everyone will gather outside behind the school for a hay ride and refreshments. This new manner of operating the Halloween Party alleviates the need for control of the groups, hopefully resulting in a less stressful experience for both the participants and workers. This is where the Commission steps in, many volunteers will still be needed to design, create and set up the hallways and to dress up as characters. Your assistance with this annual program is greatly needed and appreciated. A schedule of events as it appears in the fall brochure is attached for your information. Park and Recreation Coordinator's Comments (9-7-89): No action is needed on this item unless the Commission wishes to direct staff to add or make changes to the program as described. . As Todd has stated, your assistance is needed. Additionally, if you know of anyone who would like to help out, we will need many costumed characters and people to help decorate. COMMUNITY SPECIAL EVENTS . IItt AlEtV Halloween Party And Hay Ride Tuesday, October 31, 1989 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Chanhassen Elementary School For children in the 5th grade and under TRICK OR TREATING Choose between the Evil Witches Dark and Mysterious Passage or The Friendly Witches Trail of Good Natured Ghosts. Each route includes a variety of costumed characters from which you collect your tricks~r-treats. After trick-or-treating join in the fun on the playground behind the school A hay wagon pulled by horses will be giving rides for the whole family. Hot chocolate and treats for the parents will be served. This event sponsored by The Chanhassen Volunteer Fire Department The Chanhassen Park and Recreation Department Chanhassen Area Businesses Register at Chanhassen City Hall til noon on Oct. 27, 1989. Sorry no late registrations accepted. A fee of $2.00 covers all activities. . BREAKFAST WITH SANTA Santa and his elfs will once again be serving pancakes, sausage, milk, juice and coffee at the annual breakfast with Santa. The event will be held on Saturday, December 9, at the Chanhassen Elementary School. Look for details in the winter brochure due out the first week in December [II >::::~::;::::::::;: . . SENIOR~ CHANHASSEN SENIOR CITIZENS The Chanhassen senior citizens meet each Thursday at the Chanhassen Elementary School. Their hours, in the summer are 1 to 4 p.m. The first Thursday of each month is their business meeting. At that time, up-coming events such as lunches out, one day trips and the annual 3 day trip are discussed. The second Thursday of each month donations are collected for the Food Shelf. The seniors also help when the blood bank comes by donating cookies, and at Christmas they give donations to Community Charities. All Thursdays are for playing cards and talking with friends. J'hey take turns (2 persons at a time) bringing a treat for afternoon coffee. Dues are only $1.00 per year, feel free to come visit the center to get acquainted with other seniors. Transportation to and from the center is available upon request. Just call Marion Stutlz at 448-6599 for more information. The Chanhassen Seniors have planned the following outing for the months of September through November. All Carver . County seniors and their guests are invited to join in these trips. Transportation is provided, for more information call Marion Stultz at 448-6599. September 14 September 20 Minnesota Twins Game Play "NunSense~, Radison Plymouth Inn October 6 Fall Colors Boating Trip - St. Croix River Stillwater, Minnesota Play" I Outa Be In Pictures" Chanhassen Dinner Theatres November 8 THE SENIORSKaLS BANK This is a program of Minnetonka Community Services offering help-at-home for older adults. Workers are available to perform fall yard work, handyman chores, painting, housecleaning, errands and other home chores. The greatest benefit of this program however, may be the care and companionship shared by everyone involved. These services are reasonably priced and workers are available near you. for more information call Elaine at 474-8296. [i] .................... q-~ P. INNETONKA COMMUNITY SERVICES. 261 School Avenue Excelsior. Minnesota 55331 (612) 470-3450 FAX (612) 470-3432 Attn: Tod Hoffman City of Chanhassen P.O. Box 147 Chanhassen, Mn 55317 August 31, 1989 Dear Tod, Thank-you for your support and cooperation. This past summer was very successful. MCS employed 45 persons in the beach program. This year's staff was the most highly certified staff to ever work the beaches. There were four swimming rescues this summer, one of which was a multiple victim rescue. In addition to these four rescues, there were numerous wading assists. Two 911 calls for medical emergencies were made as well. MCS personnel administered first aid until rescue personnel arrived and took over. MCS staff also dealt with ninety- six minor injuries that occurred on or near the beaches. . In-service training was conducted in bi-weekly meetings alternating between pool and beach locations. The purpose of the pool meetings was to sharpen rescue skills. The beach meetings consisted of mock drownings, giving the staff the opportunity to respond appropriately. Afterwards the staff discussed what was done correctly and what should have been done differently. In addition to working on the beaches, the MCS aquatics staff trained for and placed third in the Minnesota Lifeguard Olympics. We have begun preparations for next year's season. We would appreciate any input you might wish to contribute. We would like to meet with you early next spring to discuss any possible changes in the program. Thanks once again for your cooperation in a successful summer. ~ -. --. , J. _. c'"_,..~ /-----' ~<. /". ~ " . /. - l,...e Douglas .y. Burke ~-" - Assistant Aquatics Supervisor Qdt- ~ ./ John Raby Aquatics Supervisor . S i-O /' ::: lQQ9 '-~, U \J ,-,0 CITY OF CHANHASSt:N 9- Mrt;,(\ [; . CITY OF CHANHASSEN p.- 690 COULTER DRIVE. P.O. BOX 147 . CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 55317 (612) 937-1900 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor ~nd City Council FROM: Don Ashworth, City Manager ~A-Ik.-- DATE: August 28, 1989 SUBJ: Youth Development Committee/Goals, Chaska School District, Lisa Dilley . This item has been placed under Visitor Presentations to allow Task Force members the opportunity for early consideration by the City Council. Visitor Presentations are typically not voted on as the item has not been published and the Council, typically, has no enclosures upon which to make a reasonable decision. In this instance, the item was published and the resolution/ supportive documents have been included. Accordingly, staff would recommend approval. No waiver of Council Procedures is required. . Youth Development Task Force Serving the communities of: . Carver, Chanhassen, Chaska, East Union, Victoria TO: Members of the Chanhassen City Council FROv1: Youth Development Values Committ~e, Luke Melchert, Chair & Youth Development Task Force, Arlene Borner, Chair DATE: August 22, 1989 For the past two years, a group of individuals from the coummunities of School District 112 has been working on how the District's Youth Development Plan could be implemented. This Youth Development Plan was adopted by the district in June of 1988 and represents statements of philosophy and purpose, as they relate to the values and needs of youth in our communities. The mission is to promote "healthy youth in a healthy community". The first step, we believe, is to understand and adopt a set of values which is important in developing an atmosphere and attitude sensitive to and supportive of youth development in our communities. We believe the attitude and atmosphere of our communities are important to the development of healthy young people. We are asking that you consider and adopt these core values, as stated in the attached resolution. We believe this is a vital first step in implementing our Youth Development Plan. We anticipate talking with you again in the next couple of months. More information will include recommendations to enhance, develop, sustain and promote programs for, and awareness of, our communities' youth and their needs. We look forward to talking with you on August 28th. Enclosures: Resolution Youth Development Plan "Healthy Youth in a Healthy Community" 02 . - . . , . . . . RESOLUTION Be it resolved by the city of CHANHASSEN, that the following values: -CITIZENSHIP: A quality in individuals whereby each adheres to and has an understanding and appreciation of the rights, responsibilities and privileges afforded our society under the Constitution of the United States of America: and, where every individual has a willingness and ability to participate in the democratic process in a lawful manner in a society where actions of the individual, group or government are free from bias, favoritism or prejudice. -ENVIRONMENTALISM: A quality of care and concern for our surroundings and being willing to help improve and preserve the environment. -GENEROSITY: A quality in an individual whereby each is willing to share unselfishly in words as well as action and is willing to serve others without pay: indiscriminate altruism, gratitude and appreciation. -HUMAN WORTH AND DIGJITY: One's assessment of the extent to which one is lovable and capable: the personal sense of being valued. -INTEGRITY: The quality of strict personal honesty, truthfulness and sincerity in the conduct of human interactions. -lEARNING: A quality in individuals whereby each strives to learn more and increase personal levels of fulfillment and cornpeten.ce throughout life: a condition in which one uses problem solving and reasoned argument to identify, frame and propose new and improved solutions to existing and emerging problems to the betterment of self and society. -RESPECT FOR OTHERS: A quality whereby each and every individual has an unselfish regard and devotion, free from pride or prejudice, to the welfare of others, as well as one's self, by respecting others: by displaying courtesy and corrpassion: by appreciating and accepting individual differences and cultural diversities: and by showing regard for and knowing the unique qualities of each person as a valued individual. -RESPONSIBILITY: A quality in individuals whereby each knows, understands and accepts the impact and consequence of personal actions and decisions and whereby each tries to fulfill the Obligations of self-sufficiency and active commitment to the common good of society. be adopted and promoted as guidelines for all members of this community. Youth .. . Development Plan . Schools and Communities of District 112 ' . . Mission Statement "Healthy Youth in a Healthy Community" . To effectively serve the needs of youth (0-21) in a coordinated and ongoing manner within the community. . . Youth Development Task Force Susan Dickman - Community Education Director, Parent Susan Strauss - Educator, Parent Bob Roepke - Mayor of Chaska, Parent Father Gerard Rowan, Clergy Diane O'Connor - League of Women Voters, Parent . Sandy Parker - Educator, School Nurse Matt Kelso - High School Student Linda Haggbloom - Elementary Educator Arlene Borner - Middle School Educator, Parent Dick Menzel - Director of Instructional Programs, Parent Luke Melchert - Attorney, Parent, Lions Club . . Youth Development Plan Introduction . Early in 1987 a group of educators from Ind. 112 gathered to discuss concerns about the youth in the school and community. Issues such as sexuality, sexual harassment, depression, chemical use, stress, self-esteem, family violence, values and adult role-models were identified as areas the school and community needed to address in a unified manner to effectively help our young people. Recognizing that these were community issues and not only the school's, a task force was tormed to address these issues in an integrated fashion. A r.E'quest was brought before the Curriculum Advisory Council to place Youth Issues on the curriculum review cycle for 19UO. The request was granted. Concurrently, funds were made available to communities through Community Education for the creation of a Youth Development Plan. Thus the marriage of the curric:ulum process and the Youth Development Plan. A community meeting was held in January of 1988 for le~ders who were conc~rned with youth. Over 60 concerned citi~en, including parents, educators, community leaders and students met to identi fy youth issues and to identify ways the COnUI1UIl i ty could more effect i ve 11' work together to addr.esf; thp::;c issues. Surveys of the student population, fOCllS interviews of youth, and staff surveys have all been implemented to reveal information regarding needs. The Youlh Dev(:] oplllent Task Force, representing a wide background of commnnity involvement, is reviewing information and guiding the process. The following plan is the result of their work. It draws from extensive community efforts on the Whole Child Inititive. Table of Contents Mission Statement Philosophy Statement Goals , . Statement of Phi1osophy The Youth Developnent Task Force exists to develop a corrmunity environment in which youth can achieve their full potential. Sum an environment includes a positive relationship between youth and significant individuals . and groups within the conmunity. We believe a healthy corrmunity promotes healthy youth. Our vision of a healthy conmunity involves the following: YOtITH who experience themselves positively in body, mind and spirit. These youth are respectful of others, honest, enthusiastic, informed, responsible to self and others, inquisitive, playfull, and assertive in expressing their feelings and opinions. Healthy youth.. are building self esteem. FAMILIES who experience themselves positively in body, mind and spirit. These families include parents who are assertive in expressing their feelings and opinions while they provide for the needs of themselves and their youth, allowing their youth to be responsible for their own choices. The healthy family involves a parent who is a good role-model who is unconditionally loving, caring and supportive and is actively involved in the lives of youth by being a good comnunicator, disciplining, taking time to play, work, celebrate and learn, always encouraging their youth to dream and reach their full potential. . EDUCATORS who experience and project themselves positively in body, mind and spirit. The healthy educator is skilled in helping others learn and does so by encouraging independent thoughts. The healthy educator is continually learning and enthusiastic, empathetic, caring and is respectful in meeting the diversity of individual needs and effectively manages the learning environment. A LEARNING ENVIRONMENT that provides for individual needs of all learners. . The healthy learning environment is any location where the integral partnerships between learner, parent and educators are enhanced byu utilizing all available community resources. The healthy learning environrnent is an organization that is empowered by, and accountable to the community to address the educational needs of learners of all ages. This organization is responsible for creating an environment which encourages, rewards achievements and potential of all, and enhances a positive sense of belonging. A CCM1UNITY that is comprised of a diversity of individuals, groups, and institutions whose members work together and support each other with a basic set of values to meet their total well being -body, mind and spirit. A cornunity that is progressive and proactive, and values it's traditions and heritage. It provides economic, educational and recreational opportunities in an aesthetically pleasing, safe and healthy environment. A GOVERNMENT that fosters neighborhoods where people know and care about each other, provide protection and services to all citizens, creates policies and provides resources that support families, engages and 'values youth as resources and respects their ability to contribute and enables youth to grow and develop into healthy adults. RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS AND INSTITUTIONS that support the developnent of body, mind and spirit in healthy youth, and citizens within the comrnuni;:y. . . '. . Goals of the Youth Development Plan 1. Identify, develop, implement, and evaluate comprehensive programs to promote a healthy corrmunity. . 2. Develop and irrplement an ongoing coordinating system that continually responds to the changing needs of youth. 3. Develop a corrmunity resource center. 4. Adopt a corrmunity set of values that promotes an appreciation of youth to serve as a foundation for youth developnent in the corrrnunity: Objective #1 - Contribute to an increased understanding of peace in the home, school, corrmunity and world. Objective #2 - Reinforce the concept of family.