COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE OPEN MEETING

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1 COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE OPEN MEETING Date : Location : Thursday, August 11, 2016, 12:00 p.m. Second Floor Committee Room, City Hall, Fredericton Pages 1. Committee Membership Councillor Steven Hicks, Chair Councillor Mark Peters, Vice-Chair Councillor Greg Ericson, Member Councillor Bruce Grandy, Member Councillor Dan Keenan, Member Councillor John MacDermid, Member Councillor Henri Mallet, Member Councillor Eric Megarity, Member 2. Agenda 2.1 Fredericton Royals Baseball 2016 Senior Men National Championships August in Fredericton Verbal Presentation by: Jody Peterson and Kristian Dewar 2.2 Indoor Aquatic Programs 1 PowerPoint Presentation by: Carlie Dunbar, Recreation Leader for Aquatics Welcome Back Celebration 18 PowerPoint Presentation by: John Burns, Recreation Officer 2.4 Naturalizing in our Parks and Open Spaces 24 PowerPoint Presentation by: Julie Baker, Coordinator, Parks and Horticulture

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3 September 2016 to May 2017

4 Learn to Swim for Schools Providing Learn to Swim opportunities to local schools. Provides fundamental skills for safe aquatic activities and WaterSmart Education Swim to Survive for Schools New for 2016 Provides survival skills for unexpected entry into deep water. Optional classroom components to reinforce WaterSmart messages beyond the pool deck.

5 Learn to Swim Program Parent and Tot (4 months to 3 years) Preschool Swimmer Adults (3 5 years) (5 years+) (15 years+) Fitness Swimmer (15 years +)

6 Survival Swimming Training Are you prepared for an unexpected entry into deep water?

7 Rookie / Ranger / Star Patrol Provides the foundation skills and knowledge to succeed in Bronze Level Awards. Approaches and Carries Defenses and Releases The Ladder Approach Victim Recognition Low-risk Rescue and First Aid Skills

8 One of five non-olympic sports recognized by the International Olympic Committee. Only sport where skills learned are for humanitarian purposes first, then applied to competition. Requires bona fide Bronze Cross or National Lifeguard certification to compete at higher levels Ideal for staff training, retention and skill development. Fredericton Lifesaving Club (comprised of the City of Fredericton s Lifeguard staff) has placed first overall in New Brunswick Competitions in both Pool and Surf for the past three years.

9 Pool Community level skill development Non-Competitive Environment Fundamental Skills for future use in Lifesaving Sport Complimentary to other Training Programs Builds on Learn to Swim Skills Enhances use of Lifesaving Skills Helps youth trapped in gap years Keeps those held back by age pre-requisites working on and developing physical skills and team-building and moral development.

10 Bronze Star Introduction to Lifesaving Targeted to year olds. Core Skills for Basic Rescues Can be used as alternative pre-requisite for Bronze Medallion Bronze Medallion with Emergency First Aid First Required course to become a Lifeguard Essential skills for Lifesaving and Aquatic Rescue Must be 13 years OR successfully completed Bronze Star

11 March Break 2017 (March 6 th to 10 th ) 2016 Day Camp was a success! Overview opportunities in Lifeguarding Development of: Swimming, Lifesaving, First Aid Skills Lifeguard Knowledge Safety Management and Risk Assessment Application of skills to Lifesaving Sport Teamwork and Friendship building Serious content, fun and active approach. JUNIOR LIFEGUARD IS SERIOUS FUN!

12 Bronze Cross with Standard First Aid Step 2 to becoming a Lifeguard The Assistant Lifeguard Standard Certified to assist National Lifeguards on pool decks and beaches across Canada Early entry-point for Employment Rescue Support First Aid Trained Teamwork Public Relations and Education Distinction Advanced Rescue Training, Skills and Knowledge Develops rescuers who can think critically and act fast. Highest Certification Award offered by the Lifesaving Society Assistant Instructor Develops basic Instructor skills Leadership Classroom Management and Safety Communication Teaching and Evaluating Works alongside Instructors of Swim and Lifesaving Programs to lend additional support for candidates with exceptionalities of many kinds.

13 Basic First Aid Emergency First Aid Workplace Standard First Aid CPR A/B/C AED Anaphylaxis Rescuer

14 The only nationally recognized Lifeguard Training Program in Canada. We offer two of four training Options Pool Option Waterfront Option Once candidates are certified, they are deck-ready for employment.

15 Instructor Courses Various program streams (Swim, Lifesaving, First Aid, LS Sport Coaches) Trains those who wish to teach skills to candidates Examiner Standards Clinic Bronze Cross and Distinction Examiners Certifies Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross and Distinction Candidates National Lifeguard Examiner Certifies National Lifeguard Candidates Advanced Instruction Training National Lifeguard Instructor Course Trains National Lifeguards Instructor-Trainer Clinic Trains and certifies future Instructors and Examiners of Candidate Awards

16 Inclusion Clinic Provides a training for Instructors in various streams to work with candidates of varying needs. Aquatic Supervisor Training Clinic Builds upon the skills of experienced and seasoned Lifeguards and Instructors to take on leadership and staff supervision roles in their facility. Safety Management and Risk Mitigation Staff Morale and Training Leadership and Mentoring

17 Trains day camp and youth group leaders on how to prevent drowning or injury during Aquatic Activities. Special emphasis on: Check it out! Know the facility you re visiting and if it is safe. Do your research! Know the rules and admission standards of the facility. Have a plan! Know what to do in the event of an emergency while swimming. Communicate! Work with the pool and Lifeguard Staff to keep your group safe. Make WaterSmart Choices Swim with a Buddy, Stay in Supervised Areas, risk management and safety supervision, Keep in Arms Reach and more!

18 Aquatic Stretch Class Designed internally Over 20 years of consistent delivery Targeted to those with Fibromyalgia as a low-impact stretch class. Benefits for arthritis and recovery from joint injuries Aquacise Cardio and Strength Building Afternoon Program Low to moderate intensity. Evenining Program Moderate to high intensity.

19 The City of Fredericton has been the recipient of the Largest Lifesaving Program in New Brunswick award every year since We train and certify over 3,000 people each year We are active leaders, participants and consultants in both Provincial and National programming projects, committees, clinics and workshops with the Royal Life Saving Society of Canada. We strive for excellence and ensuring that our programs, policies and procedures meet, exceed or set the standards for Aquatics in our Province. Our staff are engaged, energetic Aquatic Professionals with a dedication to their profession unlike any other workplace!

20 2016 FREDDY BEACH WELCOME BACK CELEBRATION UPDATE WILMOT WADING I POOL 11 August 2016 Community Services Committee

21 JOIN US FOR THE 2016 FREDDY BEACH WELCOME BACK CELEBRATION! THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 TH, 6:00 8:00 P.M. OFFICER S SQUARE 2016 Welcome Back I Celebration

22 2016 Welcome Back Celebration Entertainment "David in The Dark Part of the Tourism Summer Concert Series Free Games Face Painting and/or Henna Tattoo Artists I

23 2016 Welcome Back BBQ Hamburgers Hot Dogs Veggie Burgers Water I

24 2016 Welcome Back Celebration Information Booths Booth Displays City of Fredericton Various Non Profit Organizations I

25 2016 Welcome Back Celebration Student Recognition Unsung Hero Post Secondary Student Recognition Awards UNB International Student Association Jill Lamb I

26 Naturalization in City Parks and Open Spaces Definition : Naturalization is the process of transforming a cultivated landscape, such as grass, into a more natural landscape. Natural landscapes feature native plants arranged to mimic naturally occurring habitat, such as forest, wetlands or meadow. Rationale: Environmental Stewardship Vision of today and the future Maintain and Protect the Natural Environment The natural environment within the City performs highly valued functions, such as flood mitigation, temperature moderation, erosion control, biodiversity support, and provision of critical wildlife habitat.

27 Naturalization in City Parks and Open Spaces Benefits: Biodiversity of wildlife and plant species Storm Water Attenuation Eliminating Chemical and Mechanical Turf Treatments Financial savings, through reduced maintenance, fuel, equipment and staff time

28 Where we are? Naturalized area, Perennials, wildflowers, native grasses Turfed area mowed for access to Wading Pool

29 Naturalizing around Sports Fields

30 Natural Grassed area Evans / Estey Park

31 Future Goals