Gladstone Parks & Recreation Welcome
Join us for an exciting 1998 season of events.
PROGRAMS * EVENTS & THEATRE * PARKS DIRECTORY
Parks & Recreation Staff
Steve Buschor, CLP, Director, Parks and Recreation
Cathy Swenson, Administrative Assistant
Matt Hoops, Park & Facility Supervisor
Sheila Lillis, CLP, Recreation Supervisor
Duane Sederburg, Park & Facility Leadman
Recreation Specialists - Russ Collins, CLP; Paige Robbins; Tina Spallo, CLP
Park Crew - Jim Howard, Jim Pooler, Ricky Richardson, Darren Rodman
Beverly Marr, Recreation Clerk
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
John Houlihan, Chair
Freddie Nichols, Vice Chair
Board Members - Teresa Farley, Richard E. Powers, Roger Shannon, David Stanley, Phillip Summers, Joyce Wild
Student Members - Jeff Mendon, Jaime Netherton, Jackie Porter
Anita Newsom, City Council Liaison
The Gladstone Community Building, located in Central Park, is available for rental all year long. It's a great place to have club meetings, wedding and baby showers, receptions, family reunions, graduation parties, and any other social function. Alcoholic beverages are not allowed in Gladstone facilities.
Rental fee - $20 - 1st hour, $10 each additional hour. Deposit of $50 is required. All rental fees and deposits are due at the time of registration. VISA or MasterCard may be used.
The "Buddy System"
Children may register "with a buddy" for youth team programs. To guarantee same team placement, both registrations must be received at the same time. For more information, call the Parks and Recreation Department at 436-2200.
Volunteer Coaching
Many of the City of Gladstone's recreation programs help children develop their athletic and social skills, and provide them fun, challenging, and rewarding things to do. These experiences can help children grow up to be active, responsible adults. The City and these children need your help.
Volunteer coaching positions are available every season in all sports, including basketball, soccer, volleyball and flag football. You don't have to be an expert, Gladstone provides a training program for coaches, and can certify you with the National Youth Sports Coaches Association (NYSCA). Through this certification process, coaches are instructed in the psychology of coaching youth sports, maximizing athletic performances, first aid and safety, organizing fun and interesting practices, and tips on teaching sports techniques.
It only takes a few hours a week, and the benefits are immeasurable. Call the Parks & Recreation Department today to find out how you can share your time and talents with local youth. NYSCA certification classes are held several times throughout the year.
Program Registration
There are three ways to register for programs. Unless otherwise noted, all program fees must be paid at time of registration.
By Mail - Please enclose your check made out to 'City of Gladstone' and mail with your registration form to: Gladstone City Hall, ATTN: Parks & Recreation, 7010 N. Holmes, Gladstone, MO 64118-2646. Mail-in registrations must be received by any deadline noted.
By Phone - Call the City of Gladstone at 436-2200. Please have your VISA or MasterCard ready when you call.
In Person - Visit City Hall at 7010 N. Holmes between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Refund Policy
1. A full refund will be issued if a class or trip is canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
2. Refunds will be made up to the registration deadline. A processing fee will be deducted.
3. After the registration deadline, a refund will be issued if participant can be replaced. A processing fee will be deducted.
4. If participant desires, a credit letter may be issued for a future program. Credit letters are good for one year from date issued and reflect the program amount.
5. Pro-rated refunds will be issued for illness if accompanied by written physician statement, provided class session has not passed the halfway point. A processing fee will be deducted.
6. Refunds are by check only. Please allow up to four weeks for refund.
Equal Opportunity
The City of Gladstone receives grants from the Land and Water Conservation Fund of the National Park Service. Regulations of the US Department of the Interior strictly prohibit unlawful discrimination in department federally-assisted programs on the basis of race, color, national origin, age or handicap. If you feel you have been discriminated against, if there is a problem, or if you have a question, contact: Director, Equal Opportunity Programs, US Department of the Interior, National Park Service, P.O. Box 37127, Washington, DC 20013-7127.
Land and Water Conservation Grant Funds were received for the following facilities: Hobby Hill Park Shelter, Gladstone Municipal Pool, Maple Woods Preserve, Happy Rock Park acquisition.
ADA Statement
Gladstone Parks & Recreation seeks to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). For more information or to request accommodation, please contact the Recreation Department at 436-2200. Forty-eight hour advance notice is required.
Employment Opportunities
Throughout the year, the Gladstone Parks & Recreation Department has several part-time employment positions available. These positions include: American Red Cross swim instructors, lifeguards, softball scorekeepers, field supervisors, gym supervisors, flag football, soccer, volleyball and basketball officials, bus drivers and seasonal park crew members. For more information on any of these positions, contact the Recreation Division at 436-2200.
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