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FIND IT FAST
2009 Session Suggestion Form......................................................................C 59 Agency Showcase 2008................................................................................C 11 Chairmen's Message.......................................................................................C 8 Conference Schedule.....................................................................................C 12 Continuing Education Units............................................................................C 13
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Exhibit Hall Floor Plan...................................................................................C 54 Exhibit Hall Information.................................................................................C 53 Exhibitor List.......................................................................................C 55 - C 58 General Information.............................................................................C 11 - C 17 Hyatt Regency Chicago Floor Plans........................................................C 4 - C 5 IAPD Staff, Officers and Trustees.....................................................................C 9 IPRA Staff, Officers, Board Members, Section Representatives and Directors.........................................................................................C 9 - C 10 Letter from the Governor.................................................................................C 6 Letter from the Mayor......................................................................................C 7 Student Events..............................................................................................C 17 THURSDAY, JANUARY 24 Office Support Workshop and Luncheon......................................................C 22 Pre-Conference Workshops................................................................C 18 - C 22 Thursday At-a-Glance....................................................................................C 18 Thursday Evening Social with Libido Funk Circus........................................C 23 FRIDAY, JANUARY 25 All-Conference Awards Luncheon Table Reservation System......................C 17 CEU Workshops..............................................................C 27 - C 30, C 34 - C 35 Education Sessions.....................................C 24 - C 27, C 30 - C 33, C 36 - C 38 Friday At-a-Glance..........................................................................................C 24 IPRA Annual Business Meeting......................................................................C 11 Opening General Session with Richard Louv.................................................C 33 SATURDAY, JANUARY 26 CEU Workshops................................................................C 43 - C 45, C 48 - C 49 Education Sessions.......................................C 39 - C 42, C 45 - C 47, C 50 - C 51 IAPD Annual Business Meeting......................................................................C 11 Saturday At-a-Glance.......................................................................................C 39 Saturday Evening Social at the Field Museum...............................................C 52
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As Governor of the State of Illinois, I am pleased to welcome everyone gathered for the 2008 "Soaring to New Heights" Conference of the Illinois Association of Park Districts and Illinois Park and Recreation Association (IAPD/IPRA). Park districts serve valuable roles within our communities by acting as stewards of Illinois' natural and recreational facilities recognizing that a beautiful Illinois has benefits not only for the environment but also for the leisure of its residents. The IAPD and IPRA serve the people of Illinois by providing recreation programs, facilities, parks and open spaces to the community. Preserving and protecting the natural beauty of Illinois is vital to ensure that it remains undisturbed for the education and enjoyment of future generations. I hope this conference provides all attendees with many great opportunities to connect and network with others in the parks and recreation profession. On behalf of the citizens of Illinois, I offer my best wishes for an enjoyable and memorable event. Sincerely,
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Since IAPD's inception in 1965 and IPRA's in 1944, these two nonprofit groups have worked faithfully on issues of conservation, stewardship and the development of Illinois' natural resources. Through their many programs and efforts, the IAPD and IPRA enhance the natural beauty of Illinois and have greatly increased the state's tourism base. I commend IAPD and IPRA for commitment to the preservation and enhancement of Illinois parks, zoos, museums, historical sites, botanical gardens, golf courses and other recreational locations. While you are in Chicago, I hope you will take time to discover all that makes our city a great place to live and visit. I know you will like what you find. From our great architecture and beautiful Lake Michigan shoreline to our exciting nightlife, world-renowned cultural institutions and Millennium Park, Chicago offers something for everyone. Best wished for a successful and enjoyable conference. Sincerely,
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Dear Friends, Another conference is just around the corner. It's that wonderful time of year when we come together as friends, colleagues and champions of this field we love so much. It's time to pay tribute to the exceptional work we do each and every day to make the communities we serve such great places to live. The path we've chosen is a noble one for the work we do touches the lives of every citizen, every child ... and makes their lives richer for it. This time is not only for recognizing and celebrating one another's achievements; conference is also filled with hundreds of opportunities to grow both personally and professionally in dynamic, timely workshops and sessions. But, that's not all! Cruise through the exhibit hall where you'll discover hands-on demonstrations, innovative ideas and commercial opportunities at every turn. This is the event, our event and we don't want you to miss a moment! Use the personal conference planner on the conference website (www.ILparksconference.com) to map out your days and make the most of your time.
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The exciting days ahead of you would not be possible without the hard work and generosity of our dedicated conference chairs, Mary Ann Chambers of the Northbrook Park District and Mike Leonard of the Palos Heights Parks and Recreation Department. They have led a team of exceptional volunteers of the Program, Exhibit, Operations and Events Committees who have contributed many hours of their time to put together a program that will energize and educate you like no other. We appreciate and honor Mary Ann and Mike and their team and thank them for their significant support of this event and to our profession. We look forward to soaring through three extraordinary days with you! SCOTT TRIPHAHN President Hoffman Estates Park District IAPD Chairman of the Board AMY CHARLESWORTH Executive Director Rolling Meadows Park District IPRA Chairman of the Board Published by: ILLINOIS ASSOCIATION OF PARK DISTRICTS 211 East Monroe Street, Springfield, IL 62701 P: 217-523-4554; F: 217-523-4273; W: www.ILparks.org ILLINOIS PARK AND RECREATION ASSOCIATION 1815 South Meyers Road, Suite 400, Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181 P: 630-376-1911; F: 630-376-1919; W: www.ILipra.org Designed by: GOSS GRAPHIC DESIGN 1806 North Oakcrest Avenue, Decatur, IL 62526 P: 217-423-4739; www.gossgrfx.com c8
STAFF
Ted Flickinger, Ph.D., CPRP, CAE, President/Chief Executive Officer Peter M. Murphy, CAE, General Counsel Bill G. Bodine, Business Manager Cindy M. Deiters, Marketing Specialist
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Bobbie Jo Hill, Public Relations Manager Sherri L. Khile, Executive Secretary Sue Triphahn, CMP, Educational Services Director Shannon L. Sartain, Legal Secretary Rodd Whelpley, Publications Director
OFFICERS
Scott R. Triphahn, Chairman, Hoffman Estates Park District Mike Krost, Chairman-Elect, Chillicothe Park District David Mason, Immediate Past Chairman, De Kalb Park District Wally Frasier, Vice-Chairman, Mundelein Park and Recreation District Colette M. Kubiesa, Vice-Chairman, Elmhurst Park District George Longmeyer, Vice-Chairman, Schaumburg Park District Willis "Bill" Logan, Treasurer, Springfield Park District Curtis Gentry, Sergeant-at-Arms, Round Lake Area Park District
TRUSTREES
Harris H. Agnew, Rockford Park District Donald V. Andersen, Oak Lawn Park District Mary Ann Chambers, Northbrook Park District Carl Flowers, Carbondale Park District Linda Johnson, Crete Park District Rev. Daniel Matos-Real, Chicago Park District Mickey C. Macholl, Hanover Park District Lois Nickson, Macomb Park District Joseph Petry, Champaign Park District Robert Smith, Arlington Heights Park District
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BOARD MEMBERS AT LARGE Carrie Haupert, CPRP, Hinsdale Park and Recreation Department Carolyn Nagle, CPRP, CTRS, Fox Valley SRA Ron Oestreich, CPRP, Bolingbrook Park District Ronald Salski, CPRP, Wheeling Park District CHICAGO METRO-CENTRAL REGION Mike Toohey, CPRP, Lisle Park District CHICAGO METRO-SOUTH REGION Cheryl Crisman, CPRP, Plainfield Township Park District CHICAGO METRO-NORTH REGION John McGovern, NSSRA CENTRAL REGION Lori Kay Paden, CPRP, University of Illinois NORTHERN ILLINOIS REGION Michael Sterba, CPRP, Coloma Township Park District SOUTHERN ILLINOIS REGION Mary Jeanne Hutchison, CPRP, O'Fallon Parks and Recreation
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Dee Kaiser, University of Illinois THERAPEUTIC RECREATION Craig Culp, CPRP, M-NASR
SECTION DIRECTORS
ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE Diane Dillow, CPRP, Warrenville Park District COMMUNICATIONS AND MARKETING Kathie Hahn, Arlington Heights Park District ETHNIC MINORITY Oralethea Davenport, CPRP, Broadview Park District FACILITY MANAGEMENT Fred Gusel, PPRP, Bolingbrook Park District PARKS AND NATURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Jesse Felix, West Chicago Park District RECREATION Alisa Kapusinski, CPRP, Hoffman Estates Park District THERAPEUTIC RECREATION Brenda Zeck, CTRS, Warren SRA
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Mike Selep, Conference Headquarters, IPRA Kim Wascher, Operations Co-Chair, Village of South Elgin John Wilson, Exhibit Chair, Lan-Oak Park District IAPD AND IPRA PROGRAM COMMITTEE REPRESENTATIVES Nancy Aldrich, Arlington Heights Park District Jessica Alexenko, Lisle Park District Donald Andersen, Oak Lawn Park District William Awe, Huntley Park District Tom Bower, Winfield Park District Rebecca Bregel, University of Illinois College of Applied Health Studies Rhonda Browne, Hazel Crest Park District Jenny Bruecks, Tri County SRA Peter Camin, Homewood-Flossmoor Park District Keely Childress, University Park Parks and Recreation Dean Comber, IPRA Barbara Daudelin, Round Lake Area Park District Jesse Felix, West Chicago Park District Stephanie FitzSimons, Bartlett Park District Ted Flickinger, IAPD Chris Garry, Barrington Park District Megan Hadler, Northbrook Park District Gail Ito, Chicago State University Linda Johnson, Crete Park District Robert Johnson, Peoria Park District Tom Jungen, Freeport Park District Dee Kaiser, University of Illinois Dina Kartch, IPRA Jerri-Lynn Kleina, Alsip Park District Greg Kolinek, Advanced Tradeshow Technology Colette Kubiesa, Elmhurst Park District Kelly LaMore, Bourbonnais Township Park District Sue Leninger, Bartlett Park District George Longmeyer, Schaumburg Park District Mickey Macholl, Hanover Park Park District Laura Marquardt, Wheaton Park District Cathy Morava, SEASPAR Ray Morrill, Wheaton Park District Lois Nickson, Macomb Park District Tami Pareti, Tri County SRA Kathleen Perretta, Alsip Park District Lisa Pesavento, Chicago State University Jim Petkus, Oak Forest Park District Mel Robson, NSSRA Nancy Rosenbaum, Park District of Highland Park Deborah Rugg, Urbana Park District Jack Schmerer, Buffalo Grove Park District Bob Schmidt, Schaumburg Park District Mike Selep, IPRA Linda Straka, Batavia Park District Timothy Stratton, Glencoe Park District Kathleen Talenco, Glen Ellyn Park District Gail Towers, Dolton Park District Sue Triphahn, IAPD Sam White, University of Illinois c10
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ACCESSIBILITY
Parking: Parking at the Hyatt Regency Chicago, the Swissotel Chicago and the Fairmont Chicago are accessible for persons with disabilities. If the lower garage is used at the Hyatt Regency Chicago, elevators provide service to the hotel. Restrooms: All restrooms are accessible except the third floor restrooms in the West Tower of the Hyatt Regency Chicago. Meeting Rooms: All meeting rooms are accessible except for the Buckingham Room at the Hyatt Regency Chicago. Restaurants: All restaurants are accessible. Sleeping Rooms: The Hyatt Regency Chicago and the Swissotel Chicago have accessible rooms located on lower floors for easy access from the elevators. The Fairmont Chicago also has accessible rooms beginning on the fifth floor. These floors have been designed for individuals with special needs. If you are in need of an accessible room, please be sure to notify the respective hotel when making your reservation.
ADMISSION
Admission to the Exhibit Hall, all education sessions, and CEU workshops will be by badge only for the duration of the conference. Security guards will be stationed at the entrance to the Exhibit Hall, all education sessions and CEU workshops.
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IAPD/IPRA Soaring to New Heights Conference. Materials will be on display across from the main registration area. For more information about the Agency Showcase Competition go to ILparksconference.com/awards.
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BOARDWALK/PARK PLACE
You won't want to miss the opportunity to network with your fellow commissioners, professionals and colleagues from across the state in Boardwalk/Park Place. This networking lounge is located adjacent to Conference Registration, East Tower/Gold Level.
COMMISSIONER RECEPTION
Attention all IAPD members! Please join us on Friday, January 25, 2008 at 5:00 pm. This reception will be an excellent opportunity for commissioners to exchange ideas, network and socialize. The IAPD board and staff will be present to answer questions and visit with commissioners. Invitations will be sent in the near future.
CONFERENCE HEADQUARTERS
Location: Grand Ballroom Foyer, East Tower/Gold Level Conference Headquarters is the general information center for all conference activities. Conference Headquarters is located adjacent to Conference Registration. All session chairs and hosts must check in here prior to their scheduled sessions. Resource persons will be available throughout the entire conference to answer your questions. Conference Headquarters phone number is 312/239-4894 or extension 4894 from any house phone. Hours of Operation: Thursday, January 24 Friday, January 25 Saturday, January 26 7:30 am - 6:00 pm 7:00 am - 6:00 pm 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
CONFERENCE MERCHANDISE
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Back again by popular demand, IAPD/IPRA Soaring to New Heights conference wear will be available for purchase. Stop by the Silent Auction, located right next to Conference Registration, East Tower/Gold Level, to pick up your favorite sweatshirt or windshirt and show your support of the conference and of Illinois' parks and recreation community! CONFERENCE SCHEDULE THURSDAY, JANUARY 24 7:30 am - 6:00 pm 8:30 am -12:00 pm 12:15 pm - 4:15 pm 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm 3:30 pm - 4:45 pm 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm 9:00 pm -12:00 am FRIDAY, JANUARY 25 7:00 am - 4:30 pm 7:45 am - 9:00 am 8:30 am -10:30 am 9:00 am-11:30 am 9:30 am -10:45 am 11:00 am- 11:45 am 12:00 pm-1:30 pm 12:15 pm - 2:15 pm 1:30 pm-5:00 pm 2:00 pm - 3:15 pm 2:45 pm - 4:45 pm 3:00 pm - 4:15 pm 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm SATURDAY, JANUARY 26 7:30 am -11:30 am Conference Registration Open Conference Registration Open Education Sessions (0.1 CEUs) CEU Workshops (0.2 CEUs) Exhibit Hall Open Education Sessions (0.1 CEUs) Opening General Session with Richard Louv Student Luncheon All-Conference Awards Luncheon* Exhibit Hall Open Desserts in the Exhibit Hall* CEU Workshops (0.2 CEUs) Education Sessions (0.1 CEUs) IPRA Annual Business Meeting Commissioner Reception Conference Registration Open Pre-Conference Workshops (0.3 CEUs) Office Support Luncheon and Workshop Pre-Conference Workshops (0.3 CEUs) Grand Opening of the Exhibit Hall Student Conference Orientation Professional Connection - Students and Professionals Thursday Evening Social with Libido Funk Circus
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8:30 am -10:00 am 8:30 am-11:00 am 10:15 am -11:30 pm 10:15 am -12:15 pm 12:30 pm -1:45 pm 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 2:00 pm - 3:15 pm 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
*Ticketed Event
Breakfast in the Exhibit Hall* Exhibit Hall Open Education Sessions (0.1 CEUs) CEU Workshops (0.2 CEUs) Education Sessions (0.1 CEUs) CEU Workshops (0.2 CEUs) Education Sessions (0.1 CEUs) IAPD Annual Business Meeting Saturday Evening Social at The Field Museum*
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Do I need CEUs?
CEU stands for continuing education unit. The CEU is a form of measurement to record time spent furthering one's education. Attainment of CEUs is a requirement for many certification programs, including the APRP, PPRP and CPRP programs in the recreation profession. If you are not certified in some manner, CEUs are not necessary, as they will not be recorded or tracked by any organization.
What is a CPRP?
CPRP stands for Certified Park and Recreation Professional. PPRP stands for Provisional Park and Recreation Professional. APRP stands for Associate Park and Recreation Professional, and CTRS stands for Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. CPRP, PPRP, APRP or CTRS status is bestowed upon park and recreation professionals who can demonstrate through education, experience and current practice that they meet and exhibit certain predetermined qualifications established by the NRPA National Certification Board. If you are interested in the certification program, contact IPRA at 630-376-1911.
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Session 1-99 #Section IPRA 100-199 IAPD 200-299 Parks and Natural Resources 300-399 Administration and Finance/Technology 400-499 Recreation 500-599 Therapeutic Recreation 600-699 Facility Management 800-899 Student 900-999 Communications and Marketing 1000-1099 Ethnic Minority
CYBER CAFE
You won't want to miss the new and improved Cyber Cafe! Keeping up with technology, the Cyber Cafe is back. You will be able to check your e-mail, navigate park and recreation agency Web sites and learn more about your state associations' sites.
Location: Boardwalk/Park Place, adjacent to Conference Registration, East Tower/Gold Level. Hours of Operation: Thursday, January 24 1:00 pm-6:00 pm Friday, January 25 9:00 am-5:00 pm Saturday, January 26 9:00 am- 12:00 pm SPECIAL THANKS TO SIKICH ICS TECHNOLOGY DIVISION
EVENT LOCATIONS Conference Registration: East Tower/Gold Level (outside Grand Ballroom) Conference Headquarters: East Tower/Gold Level (Across from Conference Registration) Exhibit Hall: Riverside Center in the East Tower/Purple Level (Lower Level) Thursday Evening Social: Grand Ballroom East Tower/Gold Level Education Sessions/CEU Workshops: Columbus Hall East Tower/Gold Level, Regency Ballroom West Tower/Gold Level and other meeting space throughout the hotel. All-Conference Awards Luncheon: Grand Ballroom East Tower/Gold Level Saturday Evening Social: The Field Museum (Shuttle service will be available to and from the Hyatt Regency Chicago.)
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MESSSAGE BOARD
A message board will be located near Conference Headquarters. Individuals outside the hotel may call 312/239-4894 (or x4894 from house phones) to have a message placed on the board.
PARKING
Delegates who are registered guests at the Hyatt Regency Chicago will receive a discounted parking rate of $22.50 per day at the Hyatt parking garage. No in/out privileges will be allowed. The parking rate for delegates who are registered guests at the Swissotel Chicago is $45. The valet parking rate for delegates who are registered guests at the Fairmont Chicago is $45. Delegates not staying at the hotels can park at the Illinois Center at the current standard parking rate at the time of the conference (no in/out privileges). Once this is filled, delegates can park in any of the downtown garages at regular rates.
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POLICY ON CHILDREN
To preserve the professional business environment and ensure a quality educational atmosphere at the IAPD/IPRA Soaring to New Heights Conference, education sessions, CEU workshops, social events and the exhibit hall, no one under the age of 18 years will be allowed to participate in these functions or areas unless the person is a speaker or a registered full- or part-time student in a college or university and is attending the conference for the purpose of professional development and networking opportunities. Children are welcome to attend the Saturday Evening Social at The Field Museum.
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REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Registration at Conference Conference Registration at the Hyatt Regency Chicago will be open during the following hours: Thursday, January 24, 2008 7:30 am - 6:00 pm Friday, January 25, 2008 7:00 am - 4:30 pm Saturday, January 26, 2008 7:30 am - 11:30 am SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR HOST AGENCIES: Thanks goes to the Hoffman Estates Park District and the Schaumburg Park District for providing the volunteers to help make this conference such a great success. IAPD and IPRA could not do it without your assistance!
Pre-Registration and Name Badges All delegates will receive special bar-coded name badges. These may be picked up from Conference Registration. Onsite Registration You may register for pre-conference workshops (space permitting) and/or the conference onsite at Conference Registration. You must complete a registration form before going to the onsite registration window. These forms will be available on tables located in front of Conference Registration. Lost Name Badges/Tickets Lost name badges are $5 each and lost tickets for meal functions must be repurchased at full price.
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Proud sponsor of the portfolios given to all delegates. SPECIAL THANKS TO ILLINOIS PARK DISTRICT LIQUID ASSET FUND+ (IPDLAF+) AND THE PFM GROUP
Proud sponsor of the badge holders given to all delegates for their nametags. SATISFACTION GUARANTEED The Illinois Association of Park Districts (IAPD) and the Illinois Park and Recreation Association (IPRA) have instituted a Satisfaction Guaranteed Policy for the Thursday pre-conference workshops. IAPD and IPRA make every effort to ensure quality programs for participants. However, if a participant is not fully satisfied with the content of the workshop, he or she may request and receive a 100% refund of the workshop fee. A participant who wishes to request a refund for a pre-conference workshop must do so no later than the end of the workshop in question. Forms will be available at Conference Headquarters. Any accreditation or CEUs offered will be forfeited when a refund is made. Refunds will only be made payable to the originator of the check or credit card for the workshop registration. Look for the Satisfaction Guaranteed symbols next to these workshops.
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soda; reception hors d'oeuvres; an optional scavenger hunt and transportation to and from The Field Museum. Delegates may purchase extra tickets or children's tickets for the event at Conference Registration. Shuttle service to The Field Museum, 1400 S. Lake Shore Drive, will be available beginning at 6:30 pm and will run until 7:30 pm. Delegates will load on the busses on Stetson Drive facing east in front of the East Tower (in front of the Crystal Ballroom). Return service from The Field Museum back to the Hyatt Regency Chicago will begin at 9:00 pm and will run until 9:45 pm. SAVE THE DATES 2009 IAPD/IPRA Soaring to New Heights Conference Hilton Chicago, January 29-31, 2009 2010 IAPD/IPRA Soaring to New Heights Conference Hilton Chicago, January 28-30, 2010 2011 IAPD/IPRA Soaring to New Heights Conference Hilton Chicago, January 27-29, 2011
SILENT AUCTION
The Illinois Park and Recreation Foundation, in conjunction with the IPRA College and University Relations Committee, once again will conduct the Silent Auction located right next to Conference Registration, East Tower/Gold Level. Conference delegates will have the opportunity to bid on such items as weekend get-a-ways, tickets to sporting events and golf packages. The auction is an easy way to purchase valuable services and products for yourself and your agency. Proceeds from the auction will support student scholarships in Illinois. Hours of Operation: Thursday, January 24 Friday, January 25 Saturday, January 26 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (closed for lunch) 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SPECIAL DIETS
Persons with special dietary needs may make special arrangements by calling Dina Kartch at IPRA at 630/376-1911 x200 no later than December 17, 2007.
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STUDENT EVENTS
Student Conference Orientation (See page C-22 for more details.) Thursday, January 24 from 3:30 pm - 4:45 pm in Regency A Professional Connection (See page C-22 for more details.) Thursday, January 24 from 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm in Regency A/B Student Luncheon Friday, January 25 from 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm in Grand Suite 3 Speed Mentoring (See page C-36 for more details.) Friday, January 25 from 3:00 pm - 4:15 pm in Columbus C/D Officers Meeting Saturday, January 26 from 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm in Addams
WHAT TO WEAR
Exhibit Hall Grand Opening: Casual business attire Thursday Evening Social: Comfortable, casual clothes Friday AllConference Awards Luncheon: Business attire Saturday Evening Social: Casual attire
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THURSDAY AT-A-GLANCE
7:30 am-6:00 pm Conference Registration Open 8:30 am - 12:00 pm Pre-Conference Workshops (Pre-registration required) 12:15 pm-4:15 pm Office Support Luncheon and Workshop (Pre-registration required) 1:00 pm -4:30 pm Pre-Conference Workshops (Pre-registration required) 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm Grand Opening of the Exhibit Hall Visit more than 300 exhibitors and educational booths displaying the most recent products and services for the parks, recreation, forest preserve and conservation industry. 3:30 pm - 4:45 pm Student Conference Orientation 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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Professional Connection (Pre-registration required) Networking opportunity for students and professionals 9:00 pm - Midnight Thursday Evening Social with Libido Funk Circus Enjoy visiting with new and old friends, music and dancing! Sponsored by: Volleyball Professionals
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8:30 AM- 12:00 PM Location: Columbus K/L Price: $75 Presenter(s): Anthony Mersino, President, Project Advisors Group Chair: Dean Comber, IPRA Anthony Mersino spent 16 months on a quest to qualify for and run the 2007 Boston Marathon. To reach this monster goal, he found it necessary to apply all of his talents as a project and program manager. During his quest he pushed himself physically and was injured three times running countless training miles and four qualification marathons. In the process, he gained a new appreciation for human potential and began to understand the limits that he had previously placed on himself. But what really surprised him were the leadership lessons he gained from this marathon "project." This workshop will show how the lessons learned from running the 2007 Boston Marathon are applicable to effectively leading people, projects and programs. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn the importance of setting big goals; (2) Learn how to use setbacks to energize themselves; (3) Unlock the secrets of enrolling others to support their success: (4) Learn how to use inch - pebble goals to create momentum.
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Location: Columbus G/H Price: $65 Presenter(s): Nancy Aldrich, Superintendent of Human Resources, Arlington Heights Park District Chair: Beverly Wolf, Lombard Park District Employees present the most time consuming, challenging and, sometimes, funniest situations you have to deal with. From the job applicant who, for some reason, makes your skin crawl to the employee who constantly steals his coworkers' lunches to those hovering helicopter parents of your teen-aged staff, it's no wonder you find yourself wishing these irksome employee problems would just disappear! In this interactive workshop, we'll explore and work through those vexing employee and HR problems that make you go, "Hmmm!" Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Identify the most vexing HR problems that park and recreation professionals face; (2) Discuss the best ways to handle challenging employee-related problems.
423 (REC) What Are Your Residents Thirsty For? The Customer Service Program You Can Start Next Week
8:30 AM - 12:00 PM Location: Columbus E/F Price: $75 Presenter(s): Bill Guertin, Professional Speaker, The 800-Pound Gorilla Chair: Kelly LaMore, Bourbonnais Township Park District The standards for customer service are rising everywhere, yet it's a challenge to train and sustain these basics of customer care in parks and recreation. How do you get the message to your staff that your customers need to be treated well all the time? Bill Guertin and Andrew Corbus have developed a customer service message that is simple to grasp, easy to implement and hard to forget. The concept is simple: your residents are thirsty and your goal is to refresh them at every opportunity. You'll leave with a powerful analogy that you can use right away with your staff to reinforce the message that serving others is what parks and recreation is all about. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn why customer service is more important than ever in parks and recreation; (2) Understand why most internal programs fail and what you can do about it; (3) Discover that "customer
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601 (FM) R.A.M.R Up Your Agency: Infusing Your Organization with Employee Buy-In and Customer Loyalty
8:30 AM- 12:00 PM Location: Columbus A/B Price: $75 Presenter(s): Michael McCarty, Director of Parks and Recreation, City of Fairfax Chair: Mike Toohey, Lisle Park District Does your agency need a new sense of purpose? Are your staff just going through the motions? Are customers truly excited about what you do? Get your customers to recognize, articulate and memorize what you do so they prefer you over the competition. Build a culture within your staff that is vision-driven. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn the four areas of creating and implementing a vision-driven organization; (2) Develop a plan for branding their organization's vision through the R.A.M.R method.
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customers and city leaders no matter what their age and life experience. In this fast-paced, interactive workshop you'll learn how to improve your overall marketing strategy as well as specific written, verbal and electronic communication tools. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Identify five generations as identified by demographers as well as motivation techniques to best communicate with these populations; (2) Differentiate between fact and fiction when it comes to agerelated stereotypes; (3) Enhance existing programs to meet the needs of active older adults; (4) Demonstrate a new tolerance and understanding for people who are both younger and older than them through interpersonal role reversal exercises.
301 (A&F) Supervisory Essentials: Getting the Most Out of Yourself and Others
1:00 PM -4:30 PM Location: Columbus G/H Price: $65 Presenter(s): Julius Rhodes, Management Consultant, MPR Group Chair: Patrick Ryan, City of Chicago, Department of Law No matter how well you think you supervise your staff, or how strong you think your relationship is with your employees, there's always room for improvement. Building strong, effective work teams and cultivating a culture that strives for creativity and productivity is vital to our success. This workshop examines the reciprocal relationship between supervisors and members of their team and is designed to show the commonalities they share and how to get the most out of each other. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Better understand and be able to implement supervisory methods that will improve their ability to lead; (2) Understand and be able to appropriately respond to how they are viewed by members of their teams. c20
424 (REC) How to Polish Your Assets: The "Reality Sells" Workshop for Parks and Recreation
1:00 PM -4:30 PM Location: Columbus E/F Price: $75 Presenter(s): Bill Guertin, Professional Speaker, The 800-Pound Gorilla Chair: Kelly LaMore, Bourbonnais Township Park District What should you be focusing on as a park district? What elements of your overall program should you be working on to achieve the maximum value for your residents, your staff and your board? Bill Guertin and Andrew Corbus are co-authors of Reality Sells: How to Bring Customers Back Again and Again by Marketing Your Genuine Story. Be prepared for lots
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of interactive discussion and sharing of ideas. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Discover where their agency's natural strengths lie in the marketplace; (2) Learn how to ethically exploit their genuine stories without hype or exaggeration; (3) Understand the Four Laws of Authenticity and what they can do to produce breakthrough results in marketing their programs and services.
602 (FM) Customer Service: Going Above and Beyond for a Star Performance
1:00 PM -4:30 PM Location: Plaza Ballroom Price: $75 Presenter(s): Joe DeLuce, Director of Recreation, Champaign Park District; LoriKay Paden, Community and Education Services Coordinator, University of Illinois Chair: Mike Bachio, Winfield Park District Do you and your staff have what it takes to be the best? We need to be at our best. From front-line to maintenance to administration, we are all responsible. Providing good customer service requires a unique combination of skills and desire. To list them would be exhausting. As park and recreation providers, great service needs to be our number one goal. We know that our customers (internal and external) can be challenging and frustrating at times, but they're why we're here. It is time to revisit the good old standbys and learn new ways for you and your staff to deliver a star performance. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn the importance of delivering high quality customer service through identifying, creating and implementing customer service standards; (2) Learn important service skills that, when implemented and supported, will improve customer service delivery.
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Presenter(s): Alice Eastman, Superintendent of Natural Resources, Bolingbrook Park District Chair: Kristine Wahlgren, Romeoville Recreation Department Do you have a building project that can "go green?" Whether it's a community center or a concession stand, find out how easy it can be to design green as well as how to accomplish Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification at any level. Your agency will benefit most if there are at least three agency representatives working together in this workshop. Your team will walk through a LEED scorecard and engage in a project workshop from site design to building materials and costs. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Discover what LEED is, how it can be used and who is using it; (2) Brainstorm ways to incorporate green design strategies including materials into their projects, determine cost benefits and detriments and learn from case studies of projects in progress and built work.
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Office Support Workshop - NEW FORMAT! PRE-REGISTRATION IS MANDATORY. 12:15 PM -4:15 PM Location: Price: Regency A; Acapulco; Atlanta; Toronto $65 This fee includes lunch.
Presenter(s): Nancy Aldrich, Scott Chovanec, Tracey Crawford 12:15 PM- 1:30 PM Luncheon/Registration, Regency Ballroom A, West Tower/Green Level 1:40 PM-4:15 PM Breakouts (see below) 4:30 PM Tour the exhibit hall, Riverside Center, East Tower/Purple Level IAPD and IPRA are excited to bring you the Office Support Workshop in a new format this year! It is designed with quality professional development tracks delivered in a format that encourages discourse, networking and relationship building. Following lunch, attendees will spend 45 minutes in each breakout and dive into the timely topics below.
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Much of our time at work is spent interacting with our co-workers. Whether it's your board of directors, executive director, immediate supervisor or the co-worker who shares your cubicle, you must be able to communicate, relate to and problem-solve with these individuals. Are you doing so as effectively as you could? Tracey Crawford, superintendent of recreation with the Northern Suburban Special Recreation Association, will help you explore the key aspects of building positive workplace relationships and discuss the skills needed to help you foster more harmonious, productive working relationships within your department and agency.
Learn How to Manage Your Work Day Productively: Efficient Work Areas Make Sense
Atlanta, West Tower/Gold Level In our hectic, fast-paced world, the time we have available to get our work done, and the office space we have in which to do it, seems to be shrinking. More than ever, busy administrative professionals must understand how their time is spent (and wasted) and how their work areas should be arranged for greater efficiency. Nancy Aldrich, superintendent of HR with the Arlington Heights Park District, will show you that you can create the time you need to get things done, and she'll share important tips to help you better organize your work space.
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Student Conference Orientation 3:30 PM-4:45 PM Location: Regency A Presenter(s): Michael Benard, Executive Director, Wheaton Park District; Michael Selep, Professional Services Director, IPRA Chair: Michael Selep, IPRA This will be an overall orientation to the 2008 conference for all students in attendance. Students will learn about all of the opportunities to learn from fellow students and professionals at the conference (educational sessions, Professional Connection, Student Luncheon, Speed Mentoring, Student Poster Sessions, Take a Student to Lunch). In addition, they will get to know one another and several professionals in attendance from the Professional Services Committee through ice breaker games and activities. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Meet fellow students as well as professionals and begin to develop a professional network; (2) Identify the opportunities for personal and professional growth at the conference.
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atmosphere will provide an informal setting to inquire and talk with professionals in your area of interest. Professionals: You were a student at one time with quite a few questions. These students are the future professionals in the field and you can help by sharing your knowledge and experience. Everyone who attends will enjoy pizza and beverages. Students - get there to fill out your free raffle ticket for great prizes! Special thanks to Mike Baiardo of the Alsip Park District for coordinating this year's Professional Connection.
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FRIDAY AT-A-GLANCE
7:00 am -4:30 pm Conference Registration Open 7:45 am -9:00 am Education Sessions (0.1 CEUs awarded) 8:30 am - 10:30 am CEU Workshops (0.2 CEUs awarded) 9:00 am -11:30 am Exhibit Hall Open 9:30 am- 10:45 am Education Sessions (0.1 CEUs awarded) 11:00 am - 11:45 am Opening General Session with Richard Louv 12:00 pm- 1:30 pm Student Luncheon 12:15 pm-2:15 pm All-Conference Awards Luncheon * IAPD and IPRA will present top awards to elected officials, legislators and professionals. After the luncheon, take a trip to the Exhibit Hall to visit with exhibitors and enjoy dessert. Don't forget to stop by the Illinois Park and Recreation Foundation's Silent Auction, located next to Conference Registration. 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm Exhibit Hall Open 2:00 pm-3:15 pm Desserts in the Exhibit Hall *
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2:45 pm - 4:45 pm CEU Workshops (0.2 CEUs awarded) 3:00 pm-4:15 pm Education Sessions (0.1 CEUs awarded) 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm IPRA Annual Business Meeting 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Commissioner Reception
*Ticketed Event
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112 (IAPD) The Go Healthy Challenge: Helping Kids Tackle Childhood Obesity
7:45 AM -9:00 AM Location: Stetson Suite F/G Presenter(s): Deborah Bloom, Regional Vice President of Communications and Marketing and Kristen Knobloch, Chicago Marketing Director, American Heart Association Chair: Deborah Rugg, Urbana Park District The American Health Association and the IAPD have revved up to fight childhood obesity in the state of Illinois. Together they are partnering on the "Go Healthy Challenge," a campaign to help kids lead healthier lifestyles. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn about the alliance for healthier generations "Go Healthy Challenge" tools and resources that agencies can use to help fight childhood obesity in Illinois; (2) Learn about the statewide partnership between the American Heart Association and the IAPD that is combating the epidemic of childhood obesity.
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What is a recognized Special Recreation Association and what does it mean? This session reviews the IAPD criteria for recognizing an SRA and how SRAs can then become providers of the Medicaid Waiver Service. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Understand the IAPD SRA recognition criteria; (2) Understand the Medicaid Waiver Service that an SRA can provide and the process for doing so.
211 (PARKS) Coyotes in Urban Parks: Separating the Myths From the Truths
7:45 AM-9:00 AM Location: Picasso Presenter(s): Stan Gehrt, Assistant Professor of Wildlife Ecology and Wildlife Extension Specialist, Ohio State University Chair: Jesse Felix, West Chicago Park District Coyotes have recently colonized many metropolitan areas, often in urban parks. In 2000, Dr. Gehrt initiated the longestrunning urban coyote study conducted in the nation. In this session, he will share some of the findings from that research regarding coyote ecology in urban parks, most of which have not yet been published. These include coyote family life, survival, movement patterns, diet and even their impacts on other wildlife. We will also discuss the inevitable issue of conflicts between coyotes and people, including their threat to pets and people.
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Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn facts about coyote natural history, especially in urban parks, which they can use in their natural history programs. Some of these facts are new to science; (2) Learn about coyote conflicts and issues surrounding their threats to people and pets. This information can be used to guide management policies and educational programs in parks. C25
323 (A&F) Purposeful Appliances: How to Protect Your Network and Your Users From Internet Threats
7:45 AM -9:00 AM Location: Skyway 260 Presenter(s): Constance Rajala, VP Marketing and Operations, Sterling Network Integration, Inc.; John Verdrody, Regional Sales Manager, Baracuda Networks
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Chair: Christi Jacobson, Park District of Franklin Park This session will explore how to protect your network from the increasing spam e-mails and hackers trying to get into your Web site. Learning Outcome: Participants will: (1) Learn about the use of appliances for firewalls and filtering.
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starting a new camp program and will offer suggestions on how to improve existing camp programs. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn how to start a new camp program or improve an existing one; (2) Learn how to keep an existing camp program successful, fresh and exciting.
611 (FM) Assembling Aquatic Attractions: Creating Inviting, Exciting and Adaptable Pool Complexes
7:45 AM -9:00 AM Location: Atlanta
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Presenter(s): Tom LaLonde, Principal, Williams Architects, Ltd. Chair: Jeff Janda, Berwyn Park District This session will provide an overview of the range of pool finishes, configurations and water play components currently available and will also discuss creative treatments for shade and concession applications. Examples to instruct and inspire will be presented with an emphasis on budget conscious planning and flexibility to accommodate future facility expansion and alteration. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Be able to determine which of the number of options available for building or renovating a pool complex will best meet the needs and pocketbooks of their constituents; (2) Gain an understanding of how a phased approach to building or expanding an aquatic complex can work and be able to consider if such an approach is right for their situation.
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Chair: Stephanie FitzSimons, Bartlett Park District A carefully planned and targeted e-mail campaign is one of the most powerful Internet marketing strategies. Learn how you can make the most of it. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn how to increase their marketing exposure while reducing their expenses; (2) Learn the history and proven results behind a targeted e-mail campaign.
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106 (IAPD) Projecting What FUTURE Residents Will Want in Parks and Recreation
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM Location: Burnham Presenter(s): Chris Brewer, Principal and Dan Martin, Vice President, Economics Research Associates Chair: Mickey Macholl, Hanover Park Park District This session will focus on how changes in technology, household structures, consumer tastes, competition and other factors may influence the demand for parks and recreation in the future within your community. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Understand ways in which demand could shift; (2) Learn tools and approaches to better understand and prepare for these shifts and trends.
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117 (IAPD) Heavy Weight Title: Levy Ordinance Versus Budget and Appropriation Ordinance
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM Location: Stetson Suite E Presenter(s): Tara Griffin, Assistant Vice President of Public Finance, Harris N.A; Stephanie Posey, Attorney and Robert A. Porter, Director of Special Projects, Ancel, Glink, Diamond, Bush, DiCianni and Krafthefer, PC. Chair: Tim Stratton, Glencoe Park District You don't want to miss this boxing match. Come see the heavy weight title. Learn about the Truth in Taxation Act, PTELL and bonds. Also in the ring will be the procedures for successful applications of levy and budget and appropriation ordinances. From requirements to calculations, from planning to presentation, you don't want to miss this match up. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Obtain a strong understanding on how their levy, budget and appropriation ordinances work; (2) Master the tips and tricks in getting maximum results from levy, budget and appropriation ordinances and get a complete understanding of bonds.
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explore the many facets of a successful wellness program and will provide valuable information on how to maximize the design of your wellness program to meet your employees' physical, mental and emotional health needs while keeping within your agency's budget. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn the components of a successful workplace wellness program; (2) Discuss how a wellness program can improve employees' physical, mental and emotional well being.
425 (REC) How to Create Your Masterpiece: The Leadership Secrets of Leonardo DaVinci
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM Location: Crystal C Presenter(s): Bill Guertin, Professional Speaker, The 800-Pound Gorilla Chair: Kelly LaMore, Bourbonnais Township Park District Buckle up for a rollercoaster ride through the mind of a genius. Bill Guertin, the 800-Pound Gorilla, will lead you through several amazing examples of the life and works of Leonardo DaVinci and the leadership lessons that can be learned and applied to your own work and career. If you're a parks and recreation leader of any kind, you'll want to be at this session. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Discover several astounding accomplishments of Leonardo DaVinci; (2) Be able to translate each of those accomplishments into a useful personal learning experience; (3) Create mini action plans designed to lead others more effectively based on each learning exercise.
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614 (FM) Making Waves: Dealing with an Indoor Aquatic Park Renovation
8:30 AM-10:30 AM Location: Skyway 272 Presenter(s): Vince Kennedy, Superintendent of Recreation, Schaumburg Park District; Ron Oestriech, Superintendent of Revenue Facilities, Bolingbrook Park District Chair: Laura Gallagher, Schaumburg Park District There are so many areas to plan for and go through when involved with an indoor aquatic park renovation. Learn the responsibilities through the recreation department's viewpoint. Find out how two different park districts made the process work for them.
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624 (FM) Feasible Forms and Finishes: Planning Practical, Functional, Inviting Recreation Centers
8:30 AM- 10:30 AM Location: Columbus E/F Presenter(s): Tom Poulos, AIA, Principal, Williams Architects, Ltd.; Doreen Redman, Lead For Williams Interiors, Williams Architects, Ltd. Chair: JoAnn Lodine, Park District of LaGrange This session will outline design and planning guidelines for planning community/recreation centers. Considerations discussed will include overall facility size to meet budget and programming requirements, spatial relationships of program spaces and inviting lobby spaces. Attention will be given to explaining various options for specific facility components and finishes, and tips will be presented for determining space sizes and configurations. Guidance will be offered for specifying facility finishes with a special emphasis on interior design options, including sustainable/green materials. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Be able to envision basic sizes for various facilities and identify various finishing options for facilities; (2) Be able to equate different degrees of facility choices and relate them to the general budget considerations.
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8:30 AM - 10:30 AM Location: Columbus G/H Presenter(s): Bobbi Nance, Teen Adventure Supervisor, Park District of Oak Park Chair: Connie Cooke, Crystal Lake Park District Are you frustrated by the planning, promotion and the lack of response for your teen programs? Do you need to find a way to attract teens? During the Extreme Teen Marketing Makeover, Teen Adventure Supervisor Bobbi Nance will take your current brochure copy, flyers and press releases and give them a makeover that will have teens and tweens begging to attend your programs. Bring your current marketing examples and she will show you how she applies the magic touches to reel them in. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn about what attracts teens, motivates them and what they really spend their money on; (2) Learn how to apply the newfound knowledge on teens and how they can alter their marketing materials without spending a dime.
101 (IAPD) Who's Guarding the Henhouse: Are Your Employees Misusing Agency Property?
9:30 AM - 10:45 AM Location: Hong Kong Presenter(s): Steven J. Klienman, General Counsel, Park District Risk Management Agency Chair: Ray Morrill, Wheaton Park District From the Internet to the interstate, employees misuse agency property. This session will identify common misuses and provide perspective and resources on how to identify, minimize and address misuse of agency property.
Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Better balance the legal rights of the employer with the rights of the
employee; (2) Identify key technology and workplace search policies necessary for the 21st century.
107 (IAPD) Hazardous Materials: Are They Being Dumped on Your Agency's Properties?
9:30 AM - 10:45 AM Location: Skyway 260
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Presenter(s): Mitchell Cohen, Chief, Environmental/Crimes Bureau, Illinois State Attorney General's Office Chair: Tom Jungen, Freeport Park District This session will include identifying the different types, risks and expenses related to illegal dumping. Attendees will also be presented with information on how to prevent illegal dumping and what to do should it happen on their agency's property. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn how to avoid illegal dumping and how to protect their agency should illegal dumping occur; (2) Learn what to do if illegal dumping is discovered on agency property.
120 (IAPD) Legal Services and Administrative Advice for Small Park Districts
9:30 AM - 10:45 AM Location: Columbus A/B Presenter(s): Rob Bush and Derke Price, Attorneys, Ancel, Glink, Diamond, Bush, DiCianni and Krafthefer, RC. Chair: Patricia Polzin, Crete Park District This session is a must for small to medium park district commissioners and staff to gain insight to laws and legal procedures impacting their agencies from highly qualified attorneys in park law. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn about the Open Meetings Act, ordinance procedures, labor and liability issues, communications, bidding and much more; (2) Learn further about e-mail use, hiring and firing, contracts, closed sessions and explore creating a legal pool.
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9:30 AM-10:45 AM Location: Columbus C/D Presenter(s): Jeff Schroeder, Senior Managing Consultant, PFM Group/IPDLAF+ Chair: Fred Hohnke, Woodridge Park District Maximization of revenue opportunities is a top priority for most government entities including park districts. This session will discuss two methods involving investment optimization that are often overlooked. First, many park districts have very limited investment policies that restrict investment options and thus limit potential interest income. Second, performing a good cash flow analysis can uncover hidden investment potential. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn how a park district's investment policy can be expanded to provide for more investment options and thus increase interest income; (2) Learn how to create a good cash flow analysis and also how to implement an investment plan based on the cash flow analysis.
316 (A&F) What Are Taxable Benefits and What Should Employers Do About Them?
9:30 AM- 10:45 AM Location: Grand Suite 5 Presenter(s): Cynthia DeCola, Hodges, Loizzi, Eisenhammer, Rodick and Kohn Chair: Sue Leninger, Bartlett Park District Does your agency offer free or subsidized recreational benefits to your employees? Do you provide car allowances? How about longevity or other types of bonuses? Do you give gift cards or other types of rewards to your employees for a job well done? Did you know all of these things are taxable? This session will explore the confusing world of taxable employee benefits and will provide valuable insight into what, and how, these benefits are taxed. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Identify the main types of taxable employee benefits; (2) Understand how the IRS taxes the most common taxable employee benefits.
317 (A&F) Put Time on Your Side: Implementing an Automated Time and Attendance System
9:30 AM - 10:45 AM Location: Water Tower Presenter(s): Nancy Aldrich, Superintendent of Human Resources, Arlington Heights Park District; Cathy Carlo, Human
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Resource Manager, Park District of Highland Park Chair: Nancy Aldrich, Arlington Heights Park District Is your agency still managing employee time and attendance manually? Do you think you can't afford to switch to an automated time and attendance system? In this session, we'll answer the most common questions that arise when considering the switch to an automated time and attendance system. From vendor selection, through programming and data import, to agency roll-out, participants will learn what's needed to make the transition a success! Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Identify the benefits and cost savings of implementing an automated time and attendance system; (2) Understand the steps to take to successfully implement an automated time and attendance system.
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520 (TR) Why Form a Special Recreation Association? Guideposts, Suggestions and Governance Issues
9:30 AM - 10:45 AM Location: Stetson Suite B/C Presenter(s): John Bealer, Director of Parks and Recreation, Schiller Park Recreation Department; Larry Reiner, Executive Director, NEDSRA; Mike Rylko, Executive Director, Buffalo Grove Park District Chair: Amber Dolence, Warren Special Recreation Association Twelve municipalities and 173 park districts in Illinois are working together in regional cooperatives to provide recreation for their residents who have disabilities. A full array of services has become available through these special recreation cooperatives, including year-round recreation services, inclusion in ongoing park district and municipal programs, professionals with expertise to meet the varied needs of residents and informed advice on complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Join us for a lively panel discussion of the benefits of serving residents with disabilities through cooperation with neighboring park districts and villages. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Understand why special recreation cooperatives are an efficient way to provide service for residents with disabilities and why they should consider providing this service even though they may have had few requests to do so; (2) Know how the statutes authorize joint programming for people with disabilities as well as addressing accessibility modifications of facilities, inclusion services and other ADA needs.
608 (FM) Create the Appropriate Request for Proposals for Aquatic Facility Projects
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9:30 AM - 10:45 AM Location: New Orleans Presenter(s): Haley Panton, Project Manager, Water Technology, Inc. Chair: Kati Mitchell, Wheaton Park District This session will outline the process of designing and implementing a request for proposal that will ensure that the best qualified consultant candidates for your aquatic project are selected. The presentation will evaluate the correct formats to consider for adequate information without being overwhelmed with materials that can lead to analysis paralysis. Participants will learn the techniques and methodologies utilized to request and receive information that is relative to their projects in order to select the team with the right stuff. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Identify and develop strategic options to establish the correct scope of services and schedule of activities; (2) Establish the correct amount of experience and project-based information to request of consultant candidates so that the quality of experience and information to be reviewed is well balanced.
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801 (STUDENT) What I Learned the First Six Months on the Job
9:30 AM-10:45 AM Location: Field Presenter(s): Peter Dubs, Golf Course Manager, Niles Park District; Nick Troy, Manager Recreation Services, Hinsdale Park and Recreation Department Chair:. Dee Kaiser, University of Illinois Come learn what it's like to be in your first "real" job out in the field! The speakers will be sharing their job hunting and interviewing experiences as well as little tidbits they've learned along the way. Bring any questions you have about what it's like to have your first job right out of school. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Gain a better understanding of what to expect in their first job in the recreation field; (2) Be given tips on how to succeed as a young professional.
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Location: Toronto Presenter(s): Jessica Alexenko, Public Relations and Advertising Specialist, Lisle Park District; Shirell Mollo, Communications and Marketing Manager, Oak Brook Park District; Michael Terson, Public Relations and Marketing Manager, Buffalo Grove Park District; Karen Wegrzyn, Marketing Manager, Tinley Park Park District Chair: Heather Young, Children's Discovery Museum, Normal Parks and Recreation Your brochure is the most important marketing tool your agency has! Learn how to do it right without feeling overwhelmed. An experienced panel of park and recreation professionals will address topics such as communicating with staff, how to choose a designer, bidding your brochure, photography, design basics and advertising to make your production process as painless as possible. Bring your questions and get ready to take the guess work out of brochure production! Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn the most cutting-edge strategies for creating a brochure that not only demands the attention of your residents but also increases your publication's shelf-life; (2) Gain the tools they need to set up an efficient schedule for their seasonal brochure production.
1008 (EMS) Park and School District Partnership: Spanish-Speaking Parents and Children
9:30 AM - 10:45 AM Location: Columbian Presenter(s): Gregg Crocker, Director of Community Service Education, School District #21; Ron Salski, Director of Park and Recreation Services, Wheeling Park District Chair: Kim Harris, Wheeling Park District This session will examine the detailed, results-oriented partnership between the Wheeling Park District and School District #21 that provides educational and recreational opportunities for Spanish-speaking parents and children. The Wheeling Park District offers dance, basketball, art or karate for children while School District #21 implements English and computer classes for parents one night per two, eight-to ten-week sessions at five schools. This partnership has impacted more than 500 Spanish-speaking parents and children within two years of implementation. This workshop discusses participation opportunities, financial resources and sustainability for connecting with Spanish-speaking parents and children.
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has been a columnist and member of the editorial advisory board for Parents magazine. He is the chairman of the Children and Nature Network (www.cnaturenet.org) and a member of the Citistates Group, an organization of urban observers. He has served as an advisor to the Ford Foundation's Leadership for a Changing World award program and the National Scientific Council on the Developing Child and as a Visiting Scholar at the Heller School for Social Policy and Management at Brandeis University. He has appeared on Good Morning America, the Today Show, NPR's Fresh Air and Talk of the Nation, and, most recently, the CBS Evening News and the NBC Nightly News. c33
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Presenter(s): Robert Bush, Attorney, Ancel, Glink, Diamond, Bush, DiCianni and Krafthefer, PC. Chair: Lili McGovern, Hoffman Estates Park District Park directors face a continuing and changing platform of legal challenges and issues in their duties. Legislative changes and court decisions require keeping pace with changes and dealing with these changes. This session will cover legislation and court decisions that affect park districts and provide guideposts. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Get an up-to-date focus on changing legal issues impacting their agencies and jobs; (2) Learn of changes in labor, personnel, electronic impacts, medical information, criminal background checks and hiring.
124 (IAPD) Employment Law. Hiring, Firing, Suspensions and Dealing with Unions
2:45 PM-4:45 PM Location: Crystal A Presenter(s): Keri-Lyn Krafthefer and Margaret Kostopulos, Attorneys, Ancel, Glink, Diamond, Bush, DiCianni and Krafthefer, P.C. Chair: Mickey Macholl, Hanover Park Park District Understanding employment law is a must to avoid the expensive legal cost involved with improper procedures in hiring, firing, suspending, designing employment applications, executing contracts and defending against sexual harassment claims. Attend this session to attain the knowledge of the right way to address these situations. What do you do when the union comes knocking at your door? Attend this session and find out. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn the proper procedures to hire, fire, suspend and other procedures involved with the labor laws; (2) Learn the steps in negotiating and dealing with unions.
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Chair: Cindy Anderson, West Chicago Park District Many gardeners collect plants with an eye to keeping garden color going from earliest spring to hard frost. Yet even the finest assembly can be refined to jewel quality through smart plant placement, planting and care. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn practical tips for using what's best each month for maximum color; (2) Discover the benefits of taking plants "off exhibit" throughout the growing season to maximize each month's signature flower(s) for maximum and continuous color.
422 (REC)
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Presenter(s): Panel of Experts Chair: Dan Yoder, Western Illinois University Through discussion and demonstration, this session will explore the role and impact of computer games and social worlds. Examples of computer games, programs and competitions will be provided. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn about the role and impact of computer games on programming at Illinois park and recreation agencies; (2) See examples of computer game programs.
912 (CM) What's Your Brand and Does Your Community Embrace It?
2:45 PM -4:45 PM Location: Columbus G/H Presenter(s): Soni Simpson, Adjunct Professor, Management and Marketing Strategy, IIT Chair: Julie Vogl, Carol Stream Park District Your agency has a brand whether you know it or not. If you don't proactively and strategically manage your brand, it will manage you or even limit your organization's ability to grow. Brands are the most valuable assets your organization owns. Learn what a brand is, what it can do for your agency, how to identify its core values and how to use your brand positioning to guide your everyday operations and communications to resounding success. This is way more than a marketing communication issue; it is a strategic management philosophy that can increase your organization's effectiveness tenfold. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn how to position their organization to compete more effectively with other leisure activities and businesses and how to integrate their organization's brand into every aspect of its daily business to dramatically increase marketing efficiency and effectiveness; (2) Learn how to identify their public's core needs, desires and wants and match this up with their organization's core equity values to increase long-term, sustainable relationships with the community.
1005 (EMS) Sigame, Digame, Enseneme: Planning Successful Community Outreach to Hispanic Markets
2:45 PM-4:45 PM Location: Burnham Presenter(s): Elizabeth Stearns, Public Relations/Marketing Manager, Waukegan Public Library Chair: Elmer Martinez, Northern Suburban Special Recreation Association Four out of five recent immigrants to the metropolitan area of Chicago are from Mexico. Since government services are often structured differently in Mexico, this community requires very different methods of outreach and information dissemination. Marketing plans must include opportunities to build trust and bonds, as well as give immigrants information about our agencies. Learn more about how to develop these strategies in this two-hour session, which includes successful real-world examples of community outreach and structured brainstorming on how you can apply these principles to your agency. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn about "culture codes" and how they apply to parks and recreation; (2) Hear real-life examples of successful Hispanic outreach programs by government agencies. c35
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Legal/Legislative Part II
3:00 PM -4:15 PM Location: Columbus A/B Presenter(s): Peter Murphy, General Counsel, Illinois Association of Park Districts; James D. Wascher, Attorney, Friedman & Holtz, P.C. Chair: Peter Murphy, IAPD This session will feature background on recent employment issues, the Open Meetings Act and the Freedom of Information Act. In addition, the most recent legislative initiatives that affect your agency's operation will be addressed. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Have an opportunity to discuss joint ventures with other units of government and hear first-hand about successes and financing of these types of arrangements; (2) Become familiar with the latest changes in statutory authority that affect the operations and governance of an agency.
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3:00 PM -4:15 PM Location: New Orleans Presenter(s): Keven Graham and Darrell Garrison, Principals, Director of Landscape Architects, Planning Resources, Inc.; Joe Modrich, Director, Park District of Frankin Park Chair: Don Anderson, Oak Lawn Park District Is your park "green?" We will look at the possibilities present and future for putting into standard practice sustainable design. It is not a trend - it is the future of responsible planning. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Explore a variety of opportunities and alternatives when considering active park design - consider "green"; (2) Learn about the cost considerations and benefits of a green building project. c36
206 (PARKS) Climate Change and Chicago: Will We Be the New Texas of the Midwest?
3:00 PM -4:15 PM Location: Atlanta Presenter(s): Tammie Souza, Meteorologist, Fox News Chicago Chair: Jesse Felix, West Chicago Park District This session will provide an overview of the possible effects of climate change on Chicago and on Lake Michigan. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Gain a better understanding of how Chicago's climate has changed. Is the change permanent? Are we to blame? (2) Identify how the choices we make in our lives today can make a difference for future generations and how to limit our carbon footprint.
Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) See the true purposes of a budget; (2) Identify at least three performance
indicators shown by their budget and budget reports.
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Location: Grand Suite 5 Presenter(s): Ken Garcia, Public Sector Account Manager, Single Path; John Kelley, Vertical Account Manager Midwest Public Sector, Cisco Chair: Carl Maniscalco, Village of Niles Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP) is the next generation in phone systems. Is your agency ready for the change? Attend this session and find out!
Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn the necessary hardware to implement a VOIP telephone system; (2)
Discover how to fund the cost of a VOIP system.
408 (REC) Double-Goal Coach: Coaching for Winning and Life Lessons
3:00 PM -4:15 PM Location: Columbian
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Presenter(s): Charlie Williamson, Lead Trainer, Positive Coaching Alliance Chair: Mark Ftacek, Wauconda Park District This session introduces PCA's Double-Goal Coach model and provides an in-depth review of the three principles around which it is built: honor the game; redefining "winner"; and filling emotional tanks. Learning Outcome: Participants will: (1) Learn the principles of sports psychology and educational psychology in a manner that enhances their ability to promote positive and character-building experiences for their participants.
Chair: Amber Dolence, Warren Special Recreation Association This session is geared to help any agency nterested in starting this type of program. Our qualified panel will help answer any questions as well as share their own experiences and how they managed to get their program off the ground.
Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn strategies for hiring and managing qualified staff or an after-school program; (2) Gain an understanding of how to develop and implement an after-school program. c37
622 (FM) Facility Flexibility: Facilitating Changing Program Needs Through Accommodating Space Options
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3:00 PM - 4:15 PM Location: Comiskey Presenter(s): Randy Reopelle, Director of Parks and Recreation, City of Elgin; Mike Williams, President, Williams Architects, Ltd. Chair: Steven Thomas, Clarendon Hills Park District This session will examine strategies for designing new facilities to be flexible enough to accommodate changing program needs as well as exploring creative approaches to converting existing spaces into ones to support new activity applications. Real world examples will be presented along with tips for anticipating how, from a facility management standpoint, to prepare for the next big thing in recreation and fitness. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn to anticipate future potential uses during the planning process; (2) Understand that creating a facility with flexibility to accommodate potential program changes or needs is important.
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SATURDAY AT-A-GLANCE
7:30 am- 11:30 am Conference Registration Open 8:30 am -10:00 am Breakfast in the Exhibit Hall * Sponsored by: W-T Engineering, Inc.
8:30 am -11:00 am Exhibit Hall Open 10:15 am- 11:30 am Education Sessions (0.1 CEUs awarded) 10:15 am-12:15 pm CEU Workshops (0.2 CEUs awarded) 12:30 pm - 1:45 pm Education Sessions (0.1 CEUs awarded) 1:00 pm-3:00 pm CEU Workshops (0.2 CEUs awarded) 2:00 pm-3:15 pm Education Sessions (0.1 CEUs awarded) 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm IAPD Annual Business Meeting 7:00 pm-9:30 pm Saturday Evening Social at The Field Museum *
* Ticketed event
21 (IPRA) It's Your Turn to Be a Star! Get Recognized! The IAPD/IPRA Award Programs
10:15 AM - 11:30 AM Location: Columbian Presenter(s): IPRA Awards Committee Members; Dennis Flanagin, Commissioner, Lan-Oak Park District; Mike Krost, Commissioner, Chillicothe Park District Chair: Rick Missing, Buffalo Grove Park District Now is the time for you and your agency to shine! Every year deserving individuals, parks, facilities, programs and special events are recognized at the IAPD/IPRA Soaring to New Heights Conference. Find out how easy it is to nominate outstanding individuals and programs. The IPRA Awards Committee will provide important information for individuals,
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programs and facility awards and a representative from IAPD will advise on nominating procedures for commissioners. Learn how easy it is to prepare nominations and to become a "star!" Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn the importance of recognition and how this exposure can enhance their relationship with partners and sponsors; (2) Understand how to prepare and submit nominations for all award programs.
116 (IAPD) How to Keep Your $25K Capital Project from Becoming $100K
10:15 AM- 11:30 AM Location: Atlanta Presenter(s): Derke Price, Attorney, Ancel, Glink, Diamond, Bush, DiCianni and Krafthefer, RC. Chair: Don Anderson, Oak Lawn Park District This session will present steps and procedures on how to maintain control of capital projects regarding zoning, contracts, bid specifications, union issues and dealing with problems. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn early planning resolves later issues and obstacles on capital projects; (2) Learn the how tos on contracts, union requirements, job specifications, inspection rights, business agents and much more.
123 (IAPD) Freedom of Information: Dealing with the Crazies and the Law
10:15 AM- 11:30 AM Location: Crystal A
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Presenter(s): Rob Bush and Scott Puma, Attorneys, Ancel, Glink, Diamond, Bush, DiCianni and Krafthefer, RC. Chair: Jerri-Lynn Kleiner, Alsip Park District This session is a must for mastering procedures in dealing with the Freedom of Information Act and all of its requirements. Learn what your agency needs to do to comply with FOIA. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn to deal with media crazies, crusaders and legitimate requests for information; (2) Learn what the Freedom of Information Act procedures, fees and requirements are.
137 (IAPD) Greening the Grass: New Turf Grass Management Tools
10:15 AM - 11:30 AM Location: Wrigley Presenter(s): Dan Dinelli, Chair, Chicago Area Golf Superintendents, North Shore Country Club; Suzanne Malec, Commissioner, Department of the Environment, City of Chicago; Tom Smith, Executive Director, Michigan Turfgrass Foundation Chair: Judy Beck, Glenview Park District This session will provide an overview of new turfgrass management tools to assess and track nutrients and pesticides. This will help turfgrass managers in Illinois design a nutrient and pesticide management program that is aimed at specifically improving the impacts of golf courses, athletic fields, parks and other turf areas on the quality of surface and ground water. An electronic tracking tool will allow individual turf facilities to track various information regarding inputs (e.g. fertilizer, pesticides and water use) and to evaluate current and future practices that promote healthy turf and a healthy environment. This session will return to the conference in 2009 with training on the finished product that the workshop helped design in 2008. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn about tools to determine the precise amount of product to use in their turf management; (2) Learn about and have input into the development of new software.
139 (IAPD) The Sky's the Limit: Building a Magnificent Tree House in Your Park
10:15 AM - 11:30 AM Location: Hong Kong
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Presenter(s): Terry Jennings, Executive Director, Barrington Park District; Brian Shahinian, Executive Director, NISRA; Bill Allen, Co-Founder, Forever Young Treehouses, Inc. Chair: Cyndi Herendeen, NISRA Are you looking for a new project to create a buzz of excitement, anticipation and good will in your community? Then consider a universally accessible tree house, a unique and grand structure that can provide almost unlimited programming and passive use opportunities for people of all ages and ability levels. Learn how ambitious projects can be successfully accomplished through partnerships between park districts and 501(c)(3) foundations. See why the spectacular 2,000 square foot Pepper Family Accessible Tree House in Barrington attracted attention from Chicago area major media outlets and garnered three prestigious awards in less than a year. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn about the financial and legal advantages of partnerships between park districts and 501 (c)(3) foundations for community projects. Learn about new and creative strategies used to generate sponsorship pledges, contributions, and creative financing to cover the cost of the project; (2) Learn about securing vital support and leadership of key individuals and organizations in the community. Learn about Forever Young Tree Houses, Inc., which is building accessible tree houses nationwide and the unlimited programming opportunities of tree houses.
304 (A&F) One Time Card, One Paycheck and One Employee
10:15 AM- 11:30 AM Location: Toronto Presenter(s): Jason Myers, Program Manager/Athletics, Lombard Park District; Mose Rickey, Lombard Park District Chair: Ginny Bateman, Oswegoland Park District Agencies hire a number of young employees every season and with these teens come - their parents! From filling out their teen's job application, to calling in with questions about their hours of work and rate of pay, to demanding to be privy to private work-related information, the demands of our teen employees' parents are sky-rocketing. Therefore developing appropriate boundaries between parents and your teen-aged employees from the start is extremely important. This session will explore how to establish those boundaries and how to educate parents in the very limited role they will be able to play as their teens enter the workforce.
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Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Understand how to train teen employees about the level of involvement their parents can have in their jobs; (2) Learn how to establish appropriate boundaries between parents and teen employees.
308 (A&F) Blending Telephone and Mail Surveys to Maximize Public Feedback
10:15 AM - 11:30 AM Location: Water Tower Presenter(s): Dr. David Emanuelson, Assistant Professor, George Williams College of Aurora University; Tod Stanton, President, Design Perspectives Chair: Dr. Lisa Pesavento, Chicago State University Attend this session and learn how to combine action research techniques to improve needs-based assessments and marketing. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn the techniques needed to maximize results from telephone and mail surveys; (2) Learn how to improve needs-based assessments for marketing.
Location: Soldier Field Presenter(s): Deb Stanfield, Adventure Center Coordinator, Iron Oaks
Chair: Melissa Rimdzius, Homewood-Flossmoor Park District Learn a variety of games and team building activities that can be used with all age groups. Participants will get to let loose and have fun while gaining valuable experiences that can be brought back to their staff members and campers.
Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn how to choose activities that are valuable for their groups; (2)
Actively participate in games and team building activities to fully understand the impact of these activities on participants.
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Presenter(s): Chris Benak, Recreation Supervisor and Ron Murray, Youth Sports Volunteer, Carol Stream Park District Chair: Eric Wilson, Carol Stream Park District Follow the development of starting a youth sports planning committee comprised of volunteers from your community. Information specific to park districts on formation, use of and results from such a committee will be discussed by a panel of youth sports supervisors. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Gain awareness of the benefits of having a sports planning committee in the community; (2) Learn how to go about forming planning committees for each sport offered in their area.
509 (TR) Moving Beyond Physical and Social Inclusion: Creating Friendships
10:15 AM - 11:30 AM Location: Grand Suite 5 Presenter(s): Sandra Klitzing, Associate Professor, Illinois State University Chair: Trish Niemiec, Tri County SRA Friendships between people with and without disabilities can be a very satisfying and rewarding experience. Join us as we discuss ways we can aid and enhance the relationships we have with friends with disabilities. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Identify barriers to friendships between people with and without disabilities; (2) Identify ways to facilitate friendships between people with and without disabilities.
516 (TR) Consistent Training Practices for Intern Supervisors and NCTRC Guidelines
10:15 AM- 11:30 AM Location: Field Presenter(s): Jayne Finger, Superintendent of Recreation, NWSRA; Shelley Zuniga, Superintendent of Program Development, NISRA Chair: Tamara Pareti, Tri County SRA This session is a culmination of the ITRS internship task force and is geared towards the SRA intern supervisor. Attendees will receive information on consistent training and orientation to meet NCTRC guidelines and standards. Successful training tools and the intern manual will be reviewed and provided to each attendee. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Receive the tools necessary to create an internship program or improve on an existing program; (2) Receive information about NCTRC guidelines and standards. c41
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Presenter(s): Christi Nicholson, Program Supervisor/Community Theatre, Round Lake Area Park District Chair: Katie Humphrey, Belvidere Park District Let's discuss what it takes to run a variety show program from start to finish. This session will focus on auditions, budgets, paperwork, timelines, the production, how to publicize and much more! You will gain easy ideas on how to make a variety show a success at your park district and/or special recreation agency. Variety shows are great money makers for any population you serve - come see what it's all about! Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Identify the key components of a variety show program in a park district and/or special recreation setting; (2) Learn how to take those key components and implement a successful variety show program.
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Park District Chair: Candice Holbrook, Eastern Illinois University Ready to start job hunting? We all know tha interviews are important, but what can you do to stand out? Come learn about the ins and outs of finding a job from professionals who have been in your shoes and are now the interviewers!
Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn what they can do to set themselves apart from other candidates; (2)
Understand the importance of preparing for an interview.
902 (CM) The Future of the Web: What's in Store in Ten More?
10:15 AM- 11:30 AM Location: Columbus A/B Presenter(s): John Staples, President and Owner, Visionary Webworks Chair: Stephanie FitzSimons, Bartlett Park District Web sites have changed dramatically in the last ten years, not only in their look, but in their functionality. They have gone from novelty to necessity for parks and recreation agencies. What does the future hold for these essential marketing components and how can we stand the test of time? Topics include: enhancing the customer's online experience with interactivity and personalization, improving communication with your community, transitioning from static Web sites to dynamic and transactional online systems and managing this new resource to its fullest potential. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Hear a brief overview of the history of the Web and learn how they can implement changes that are good for their users, bottom line, agency and explore potential future Web services; (2) Learn about products and services that can inspire, assist and enable them to keep their Web site up to date and continue the marketing message that their agency is sending to its participants. c42
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18 (IPRA) Thinking Outside the Granola Box: Healthy Lifestyle Choices and Programming for the Non-Health Nut
10:15 AM- 12:15 PM Location: Columbus G/H Presenter(s): Shannon Olison, Group Exercise Manager, The Mettler Center, LLC; Lori Kay Paden, Community Education and Services Coordinator, University of Illinois Chair: LoriKay Paden, University of Illinois Attend this workshop to find out what you can do to improve the "health" of your park district, as well as your own! As you know, the health benefits of recreation are incredible. Other industries are turning to us for help and guidance. We provide and promote healthy living and wellness through many different venues. Are we modeling the importance of being healthy? Is it possible? This program will explain what it means to be healthy as well as identify how you can be a healthier person. You will take away easy-to-understand and practical information on the prevention of heart disease, stress management, obesity and other diseases. Learn how to "sneak" healthy programming into your agency as well as simple, small personal lifestyle changes that can positively impact your mental and physical health, which, in turn, will impact your life. A healthier you will be a happier, more productive you! Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Understand what healthy living is really all about. It does not have to be broccoli, yoga and running a marathon; (2) Learn how to be healthier and create a healthier living environment in a busy world and take away practical information on why it is important to incorporate healthier lifestyle choices, both personally and for their professional settings; (3) Learn the benefits and drawbacks to including health-related programs throughout their agencies as well as how to incorporate "sneaky" healthy programming into their agencies.
Location: Plaza B Presenter(s): Jeff Nehila, Executive Director, Round Lake Area Park District; Jan Buchs, Executive Director, Wheeling
Park District; Joe Brusseau, Principal, Brusseau Design Group, LLC Chair: Bob Newport, Round Lake Area Park District Here's a quick tour on the roadmap to success. You will learn about the different types of plans and their applications, how to obtain public input and buy in and how to develop, adopt and monitor your agency's master plan. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn to identify the different types of plans and their importance; (2) Learn how to involve the public in the development, buy-in and monitoring of the agency's master plan.
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the newly elected commissioner or the not-so-new who would like a refresher course. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn the different procedural requirements for Park District finances and how they interact with each other; (2) Learn to maximize their revenue with the levy ordinance and control the money with the budget and appropriation ordinance.
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10:15 AM - 12:15 PM Location: Columbus E/F Presenter(s): Laura Gardner, Senior Trip Coordinator, Lisle Park District; Diane Lancour, Program Director, Palatine Township Senior Center Chair: Diane Lancour, Palatine Township Senior Center Travel near, with day excursions by van or bus. Travel far, to destinations nationwide by connecting with tour/travel groups. Travel to exotic locations worldwide with the IPRA Adventure Travel Program. Join us and discover the benefits of a trip program. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn how to plan trips from start to finish; (2) Learn how to create trips that are above average through planning, participant perks and program evaluations.
507 (TR) Providing Successful Transitions in Day Camp for Children with Autism
10:15 AM- 12:15 PM
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Location: Gold Coast Presenter(s): Colleen Shinn, Training Specialist, Easter Seals Metropolitan Chicago Chair: Lisa Gates, SSSRA Children, especially those with autism, sometimes have a difficult time with transitions. Whether it is during morning arrival or afternoon departure, a change of events or environment can be a challenge. This session will focus on the cognition and executive function and how some children with disabilities lack the ability to accept and adapt to changes. Practical suggestions and role playing will be a part of this session. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Comprehend executive function and how it has a direct effect on the participant's ability to execute transition and accept change; (2) Identify and implement strategies for successful transitions within recreational programs. 609 (FM) Essentials of Pool Water Treatment 10:15 AM - 12:15 PM Location: Skyway 260 Presenter(s): Douglass Whiteaker, Principal, Water Technology, Inc. Chair: Laura Clark, Hanover Park Park District Aquatic facility spaces, with their expanding bodies of water and increasing focus on leisure elements, are more complex than ever before, heightening the challenge of maintaining balanced water. Traditional water treatment systems are often taxed beyond their capability to maintain water quality under these circumstances. A swimmer's aquatic facility experience greatly depends upon these vital behind-the-scenes factors. Get educated on the latest technical advances in pool water treatment. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Identify conditions that affect pool water quality; (2) Examine the importance of water treatment as it relates to guest safety and the aquatic facility experience; (3) Examine various elements of water treatment systems available.
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on developing an understanding of the basics of project management and how to implement an effective strategy for smaller projects in size and budget. These projects can lead to costly mistakes and political embarrassment if not handled properly. The detailed steps needed to avoid these pitfalls will be explored during this session. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn the importance of proper project management on projects of smaller scale and complexity; (2) Gain information about ways to avoid mistakes on projects using project management techniques.
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Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn how implementing the Eagle Eye Neighborhood Park Watch Program can prevent and/or reduce crime and vandalism in their parks and facilities; (2) Learn how implementing the Eagle Eye Neighborhood Watch Program can save an agency money. Beyond the dollar and cents, the Eagle Eye Neighborhood Watch Program also connects the community to parks, adding a value for agencies that is impossible to measure. c45
138 (IAPD) Integrated Pest Management and Low Impact Turf Grass Management Strategies
12:30 PM- 1:45 PM Location: Columbus C/D Presenter(s): Suzanne Malec, Commissioner, Department of the Environment, City of Chicago; Steve Pincuspy, Program Associate, Safer Pest Control Project; Debbie Swartz, Coordinator, Michigan Turfgrass Environmental Stewardship, Michigan State University Chair: Judy Beck, Glenview Park District Programs that provide alternative low environmental impact, but good turf grass results will be described and opportunities for partnerships will be outlined in this session. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn about alternative and environmentally friendly management tools for turf grass; (2) Learn about stewardship.
210 (PARKS) Thinking Big Picture: Creating Sustainable Communities Through Park and Recreation Planning
12:30 PM - 1:45 PM Location: Truffles Presenter(s): Rachel Ackerman and Andrea Lawrence, Junior Associates, Hitchcock Design Group Chair: Cameron Bettin, Plainfield Park District This session will offer an overview of how park and recreation agencies can facilitate change within their communities utilizing sustainable design practices in their park projects. The session will highlight several communities that have successfully applied sustainable design principles, how they achieved this and how attendees can apply the principles in their own communities. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn how the approach to planning parks can lead to more social, environmental and economic sustainability; (2) Learn the dos and don'ts of sustainable practices from communities that have already created successful, sustainable environments.
214 (PARKS) Landscape Bloopers and Blunders, or How to Avoid Designing an Unmaintainable Park
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12:30 PM - 1:45 PM Location: DuSable Presenter(s): Susan Jacobson, Landscape Architect, Bartells/Jacobson Design; Ann Viger, Park Planner, Crystal Lake Park District; Bob Zolomij, Landscape Architect, Land Design Collaborative, Inc. Chair: Ann Viger, Crystal Lake Park District Landscape architects who specialize in park design will show common mistakes made when designing and constructing park facilities that prove to be difficult and costly to maintain. Bring your own horror stories because this session will be fun and interactive. This session is presented by the Illinois Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn simple design techniques for developing functional, sustainable and attractive park facilities; (2) Learn to avoid common mistakes made when designing park facilities.
513 (TR) In the Trenches with At-Risk Youth: What Can We do to Enhance Success for All?
12:30 PM - 1:45 PM Location: Field Presenter(s): John Henry Pommier, Professor, Eastern Illinois University Chair: Lisa Gates, SSSRA This session will analyze characteristics of at-risk youth, focusing on ways we can promote optimal experiences in a variety of field-based settings (e.g., sports, wilderness, school, aquatic, etc.).
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Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Identify at least ten factors that practitioners can influence to enhance an experience for individuals deemed to be at risk; (2) Identify at least five factors that practitioners can manipulate to enhance an experience for themselves as they serve individuals deemed to be at risk. c46
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Presenter(s): Fred Gusel, Aquatic Manager and Ron Oestreich, Superintendent of Revenue Facilities, Bolingbrook Park District Chair: Jeff Doschadis, Hoffman Estates Park District This highly interactive session will inform and educate young professionals about responsibilities their supervisors may ask of them, how these responsibilities will allow them to grow both personally and professionally and tips on what to ask their supervisors that will encourage their own development. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Be informed and educated of responsibilities their supervisors may ask of them and how these responsibilities will allow them to grow both personally and professionally; (2) Gain tips on what to ask their supervisors that will encourage their own development.
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Presenter(s): Panel of Experts Chair: Tracey Crawford, Northern Suburban Special Recreation Association This refresher course will help participants review key areas of parks and recreation as they relate to the national certification examination. Speakers will address information in the following areas: leisure administration, therapeutic recreation, parks and natural resources and recreation programming. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn how to prepare to take and pass the national certification exam for park and recreation professionals; (2) Learn about the make up of the certification exam and the four areas it covers.
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Developing youth initiative and motivation requires professionals to embrace strength-based approaches and engage youth and parents in community building experiences. Recreation professionals have the tools and knowledge to promote positive youth development through recreation. This will be a "working session" in which presenters facilitate breakout groups to discuss salient problems in youth programming and create action plans for developing future programs and services. The breakout groups will then share the results of their discussions and recommendations for future practice. Presenters will synthesize and summarize results and share insights from their research. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Discuss salient problems in youth programming pertaining to park and recreation agencies in local communities; (2) Develop recommendations for future directions in youth development programming within Illinois; (3) Develop an action plan for enhancing youth development opportunities at the agency level. c48
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1:00 PM -3:00 PM Location: Grand Suite 3 Presenter(s): Teresa Montemayor, E/BD Special Education Teacher, Midlothian School District #143 Chair: Jennifer Bruecks, Tri County SRA Questions about the many management systems that can be utilized to modify behavior will be discussed and answered. We will attempt to prove the worth of these systems in recreation as a benefit to the participants and the programs. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Gain a clearer understanding of each behavior management system introduced and identify the difference between them; (2) Choose systems to utilize in their programming and learn how to best implement them.
508 (TR) Critical Characteristics of Autism and How They Impact Behavior
1:00 PM -3:00 PM Location: Grand Suite 5 Presenter(s): Toni Rocha, Easter Seals-Metropolitan Chicago Chair: Katie Humphrey, Belvidere Park District Come to hear practical and positive interventions from a parent-professional view. Hear what magic can happen when parents and professionals work together. Listen to real-life examples of learning, living and laughing with autism. This session will focus on visual communication devices and supports as well as sensory ideas and strategies used in the home, community and school. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn practical solutions for providers and parents who work with people on the autism spectrum; (2) Understand the individual needs and supports for individuals with autism.
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613 (FM) Making a Splash With Your Aquatic Programs: New Trends
1:00 PM -3:00 PM Location: Plaza A Presenter(s): Sandy Stoub, AEA Training Specialist, AEA Advisory Council Chairperson, Director of Fitness Operations for Alliance Rehab Chair: Anne Bennett, Bartlett Park District Explore the latest trends in aquatic fitness and aquatic therapy and learn ways to integrate these programs into your facility. From babies to boomers and beyond, aquatic training can enhance strength, endurance, flexibility and overall wellness. Relevant research and outcomes will be presented and you will walk away with ideas to integrate into your current menu of services. Catch the wave of the future in aquatics today. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn about the latest trends in aquatic programming and how these can be integrated into programming to reach all target populations; (2) Explore the link between research and success; (3) Understand the total mind/body wellness connection related to aquatic fitness or therapy.
1006 (EMS) Getting the Park District on Track for a Changing Population
1:00 PM -3:00 PM Location: Burnham Presenter(s): Jan Buchs, Executive Director, Wheeling Park District; Catherine Popowits, President, Diversity Training and Consulting, Inc. Chair: Naoko Ostermann, Northern Suburban Special Recreation Association Serving Hispanic and maturing communities requires developing relationships with these communities. This session will discuss how to build these relationships and how to work with these communities to tailor your programs and services to their needs. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn principles and strategies for serving more diverse patrons; (2) Learn how these principles are being applied at the Wheeling Park District to serve Hispanic and maturing populations.
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114 (IAPD) Nipping NIMBY in the Bud: Strategies to Reduce the NIMBY Effect
2:00 PM -3:15 PM Location: Atlanta Presenter(s): David Kelm, Principal, Red Group Consulting Chair: Mickey Macholl, Hanover Park Park District It happens more and more frequently. After planning a wonderful new facility or amenity for your community you discover the selfish obstructionists who try to stop you from moving forward. What makes these not-in-my-backyard (NIMBY) folks so vocal? Is there a way to work together to accomplish your vision? Learn what motivates NIMBYs to oppose change. In this session, successful cases of various organizations will be presented that have avoided the dreaded NIMBY.
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Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Identify strategies to reduce NIMBYism; (2) Be able to evaluate organizational methods to prevent future confrontations.
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603 (FM) Who is Training Your Personal Trainers and Fitness Instructors
2:00 PM-3:15 PM
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Location: Skyway 260 Presenter(s): Shannon Olison, Fitness Consultant/Trainer/lnstructor, Mettler Center; LoriKay Paden, Community and Education Services Coordinator, University of Illinois Chair: Lori Neubauer, Itasca Park District Your personal trainers and fitness instructors have the very important job of positively guiding your community members through high-quality, effective and safe fitness programs and classes. What checks and balances do you have in place assuring that your staff is achieving this? It is challenging to manage the different types of clients and continually offer safe and interesting programs. This takes extra attention to detail, increased record keeping, relationship building and staying on top of current trends and safety issues. Find out how to best monitor, maintain and improve your personal training programs and what you need to do to better manage yours. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Identify and understand the necessity and importance of evaluating, training and managing their personal trainers and fitness instructors; (2) Obtain practical tools and information to become more proficient in the areas of record keeping, evaluating, training, motivating and educating trainers and fitness instructors.
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Technology is changing every day, making things that were outrageously priced a few years ago affordable now. Learn about some of the up and coming marketing visuals that can create instant cash flow for your district. Learning Outcomes: Participants will: (1) Learn how to design and produce 3D visual marketing pieces that grab the customer's attention and utilize each individual agency's unique selling points to generate a buzz that results in an instantaneous response; (2) Learn how to utilize the latest technology and marketing trends and take advantage of unique visual mediums in order to promote their programs and facilities within high traffic local businesses. c51
EXHIBIT HALL INFORMATION THE IAPD/IPRA SOARING TO NEW HEIGHTS EXHIBIT HALL
Largest Exhibit Show EVER for Illinois' Park and Recreation Field More than 300 commercial manufacturers, distributors, designers and educational booths Lots of cash prizes and travel vouchers GRAND PRIZE: $1,000 Travel Voucher!
CONTEST RULES:
Prizes must be claimed the same day as the drawing. At the end of the day, any unclaimed prizes will go back into the drum for the next day's raffle. Prized can only be claimed during exhibit hall hours. Only official entry forms will be accepted You may only win once during the conference Only one entry per delegate is allowed The winning delegate must claim his/her prize in person
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Thursday, January 24 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm Grand Opening Friday, January 25 9:00 am - 11:30 am; 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm * Dessert served in the exhibit hall from 2:00 pm - 3:15 pm Saturday, January 26 8:30 am - 11:00 am * Breakfast served in the exhibit hall from 8:30 am - 10:00 am * Ticketed Event SPECIAL THANKS TO W-T ENGINEERING, INC., Proud sponsor of the exhibit hall breakfast
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2008 IAPD/IPRA Soaring to New Heights Conference Exhibitors & Booth Numbers
2XL Corp. 3D Design Studio A-Awesome Amusements 225 436 905
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Active Network Adolph Kiefer & Associates Aerial Images Photography Ameresco American Locker Security Systems American Ramp Company American Red Cross Ameristar Fence Products Aqua Products Aqua Pure Enterprises, Inc. Architectural Resource Corporation Aurora University - George Williams College Autofrost Baggo, Inc. Basic Chemical Solutions Baum Sign, Inc. Beacon Athletics Beacon Food Services/City Sales Inc. Bella Bagno, Inc. Blick Art Materials Bockyn, LLC
212 607, 609 233 233 520 351, 353, 355 605 115 248 428, 430 202 520A 447 722, 724, 726 448 301 604 119 728 203 626
Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik & Associates, Inc. 323 Branch-Nicoloff Co. Bronze Memorial Company Brusseau Design Group, LLC BSN Sports/Sport Supply Group Inc. Burbach Aquatics, Inc. Bumidge Cassell Associates, Inc. Call One 312 224 705 638 444 531, 533 519A
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Carbit Paint Company Central Sod Farms Challenger Sports Chicago Block & Brick Chicago Fire Soccer Chicago Machine Chicago Southland Sports Commission Cinema Academy/Trails Entertainment Closed Circuit Innovations, Inc. Clowning Around Entertainment Code Blue Corporation Cody/Braun & Associates, Inc. Cook Illinois Corporation Cordogan Clark & Associates, Inc. Corporate Construction Services Corporation for Open Lands (CorLands) Counsilman-Hunsaker & Associates Crowley Engineering Group, LLC Crown Trophy Custom Manufacturing, Inc. CXT Restrooms Cypress Golf Solutions Design Perspectives, Inc Dippin' Dots, Inc. Direct Fitness Solutions Doty & Sons Concrete Products Douglas Sports Nets & Equipment Drop Zone Portable Services, Inc.
413 308, 310 231 210 809 908 121 132 708 213 720A 616 109 406 536 613 523 228 216 337 425 455 446 805 606, 608 319 247 200, 201
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Engineering Resource Assoc. Executive Service Corps of Chicago Farnsworth Group, Inc. FGM Architects Engineers FieldTurf Tarkett Fitzgerald Lighting FlagHouse, Inc. Floors Incorporated Gen Power General Sports Venue/Astroturf Gold Medal Products Grins - Sportspage Inc. Haldeman-Homme, Inc. Halogen Supply Company, Inc.
311 238 429 611 208 614 116 235 610 112 313, 315, 414, 416 214 612 438, 440
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Harris Computer/MSI/AEK
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Hazard, Young & Attea/The Bend Group 221 Henry Bros. Co. Hitchcock Design Group Homer Industries, LLC Howard L. White & Assoc, Inc. Human Kinetics - Starfish Aquatics HYDROLogic I.D. EDGE Illinois Amateur Softball Association Illinois Association of Park Districts Illinois At Play Illinois Bus Sales Illinois Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects Illinois Correctional Industries Illinois Department of Central Management Services Illinois Funds, The Illinois Metropolitan Investment Fund Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund Illinois Park and Recreation Association Illinois Park District Liquid Asset Fund Plus (IPDLAF+)/PFM Group Illinois Pump, Inc. Illinois Youth Soccer Association INNOVA Disc Golf Innovative Aquatic Design International Mulch Company IPARKS Jacobs Edwards Kelcey 245 426 232 219, 320 622, 624 623 632 738 500 225,227,229 702, 800, 801 449 525 530 111 906 243 503 502 701 237 819 707 358 526, 528 335
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Jazzercise, Inc. Jeff Ellis & Associates, Inc. JJR, LLC John Deere Company KaBOOM! Keeper Goals Kl Furniture Kidstuff Playsystems, Inc. Kiefer Specialty Flooring c56
333 835 338 729, 731, 733, 828,830,832 804 339 222 723 309
Knutte and Associates, RC. Lake Country Corporation Land Design Collaborative, Inc. Lees Carpet Leisure Vision/ETC Institute Let's Go Play/Playworld Systems, Inc. Life Fitness Lifeguard Store, The Lincoln Equipment, Inc. Lohmann Sports Fields Lord & Murphy, Inc. Mad Bomber Fireworks Productions Maximum Solutions, Inc. McGinty Brothers, Inc. Professional Lawn & Tree Care Medieval Times
145 230 439 114 631 836, 837 209 147 522 710 419 345 824 334 325
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Melrose Pyrotechnics, Inc. Memory Makers, Inc. Mesirow Financial Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago Midwest Sales Company Midwest Sports Design / Snap Sports Midwest Transit Equipment Mity-Lite, Inc. Moose Sports Surfaces, Ltd. Musco Lighting, Inc. Muscular Dystrophy Association Myrtha Pools National Recreation & Park Association Neptune Benson, Inc. Netrix, LLC Nice Rink Nutoys Leisure Products O'Hare - Midway Limousine Service, Inc. Outdoor Movie Mania Palatine Oil Company, Inc. Palos Sports, Inc. Pannier Graphics Parity, Inc. Park & Recreation Products, inc. Park District Risk Management Agency Park Supply Direct, Inc. Parkreation, Inc. Parkway Imaging, Inc. Path Guard Bollard System
628, 630 257 404 226 330, 332 134 156 535 637 615 113 107 820A 627 806 340 420, 422 810 714 303,305 344 234 223 149, 151 409, 411 131, 133 445 706 103
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By Sports Technology, Inc. Pepsi-Americas, Inc. Personalized Awards PHN Architects Pizzo& Associates, Ltd. Planning Resources, Inc. PMA Financial Network, Inc. PMI Sports Youth Photography Poolcare Aquatech, Ltd. Positioning Solutions Co. Prestige Distribution Prime Turf Professional Fitness Concepts, Inc. Profitable Food Facilities Proforma Public Restroom Company, The R.C. Systems, Inc. Rainbow Farms Enterprises, Inc. Randolph Rose Collection Ranger Plus GPS Ratio Architects, Inc. REACH Sports Group, Inc. Record-A-Hit Entertainment Recreation Concepts, Inc. Recreonics, Inc. Recycled Rubber Products 419A 427 434 204 424 736 244 719, 820 135 620A 207 521 813 314 725, 727 914, 916 524 123, 125, 127, 129 700 104 920 410, 412 431, 433, 532 240 712
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Reese Recreation Products, Inc. Riddile & Associates RJ2 Technologies RTH Processing, Inc. S & S Worldwide SCORE, American Soccer Company Sidwell Company, The Siemens Water Technology Sievert Electric Service & Sales Company Sikich Group, LLP Single Path Skillastics Skye Jumps Skyhawks Sport Academy SKYLOGIX Soccer Made in America Spargo Group, The Spear Corporation
519, 620 139 823, 825 621 130 321 327 629 636 137 220 808 456 346 250 206 105 635
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Speer Financial, Inc. Sport Court Midwest Sports Display Sports R Us Sportsfields, Inc. SRBL Architects Sun Ports, a brand of USA Shade Suncoast Aluminum Furniture Sundek of Illinois, Inc. TaIIgrass Restoration LLC Team REIL, Inc. Texacraft, Inc. Thompson Dyke & Associates, Ltd. Tom Scholl Paving, Inc. Trust for Public Land, The TSS Photography Turf Professionals Equipment Company Tyler Technologies U.S. Arbor Products, Inc. U.S. Tennis Court Construction Company Undercover Outdoors Upland Design, Ltd. URS Corporation US Cellular Vermont Systems, Inc. Visual Image Photography, Inc. Volleyball Professionals, Inc. VW Docks Co. W.B. Olson, Inc.
215 236 328 421 239 603 336 155, 157 619, 720 211 711,713,715, 812,814,816 322 304, 306 703 326 919 600, 601, 602 252 246 405 833 721 537 128 527, 529 324 634 110 423
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Water Safety Products, Inc. Water Technology, Inc. Wenger Corporation White Sox/Bulls Training Academy Wight & Company Wild Goose Chase Williams Architects, Ltd. WRD Environmental, Inc. W-T Engineering, Inc. Zenon Company ZOPP'E: An Italian American Circus
329 834 152 343 153 258 400, 401 625 709 633, 732 917
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