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he role and impact of technology in all of our lives continues to grow, and advancements seem to be occurring exponentially. In our work at the City of Cedar

Rapids, we know it is important to recognize these changes and identify how they can be used to our benefit. City employees are constantly looking for ways to improve processes and make our services more efficient and effective. Identifying and creating new technology is one way we can accomplish that objective.

Much of this includes improvements in the mechanical, digital, and scientific processes and equipment we use.

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From tasks as complex as waste water treatment and GIS mapping, to as seemingly simple as leaf collection and street

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THE CITY OF CEDAR RAPIDS UNDERSTANDS HOW TECHNOLOGY CAN HAVE A POSITIVE IMPACT ON THE WAY WE PROVIDE SERVICES TO CITIZENS. While technology can mean different things to different people and age groups, for our purposes, technology is the implementation of tools that make processes more efficient, services easier to obtain, and government more accessible. We strive to be progressive in how we determine the priority of street repairs, improve water quality, gain your input, take care of your needs and keep you safe. In this issue you will learn about some of the ways we use new technology and equipment to better serve you.

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BODY WORN CA M ERAS

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police officer often faces a myriad of extreme and complex situations. Body-worn cameras

(BWCs) are a means of capturing clear images in harsh and imperfect circumstances such as darkness or on-foot pursuit of a suspect. This fall, the Police Department received 110 Panasonic Arbitrator Body-Worn Cameras and trained officers on the proper usage of the devices.

The Arbitrator BWCs feature 1080p high-definition video resolution capability and a 180-degree wide-angle camera to provide unbiased evidence of officer interactions. The BWCs weigh only 7.05 ounces making them lightweight and compatible to withstand a rugged

Body cameras are an important piece of technology that strengthen the relationship between police officers and the community that we serve."

mobile environment.

The manufacturer specifications on the BWCs call for 12 hours of continuous record time.

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There are a number of public trust controls and methods

of Police had an advisory board that provided input and

to preserve chain of evidence. The BWCs use a tagging

reviewed the policy. Further, the United States Department

function method to preserve video/audio integrity and

of Justice and the American Civil Liberties Union reviewed

authenticity. Recordings are secured with a tamper-

the policy.

proof digital signature. At the same time, there is erasure prevention and multi-level rules and permissions within the

The Police Community Action Team, a team of five officers

software to restrict unauthorized access.

that have the most frequent contact with citizens, were

The cameras can be configured to trigger recordings

patrol officers were added as the department rolled out

wirelessly based on connection to the police vehicle’s light

the cameras. The Department conducted a pilot period

bar or weapon lock release, for example. The models have

in which officers worked with the City’s Information

both built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB and docking offload

Technology Department to ensure that there was

options, which make evidence storage and archiving

proper storage capabilities and that the cameras were

more efficient. With one-touch record and photo, built-in

interoperable with both the in-car video system currently in

GPS, low-light functionality, and pre-event recording (30

use and the audio-visual technology in interview rooms.

the first officers to wear the cameras, and then additional

seconds), the BWCs are designed to improve officer safety.

According to Police Chief Wayne Jerman, “Body cameras

There are many benefits to BWCs. They provide both

are an important piece of technology that strengthen the

accountability of police officers and the public. The BWCs

relationship between police officers and the community

also increase transparency, improve professionalism, and

that we serve. Body-worn cameras have been proven to be

can result in more peaceful civil interactions.

useful tools for law enforcement throughout the country

Just as important as the technology, the Police Department developed a comprehensive body camera policy. The Chief

in documenting evidence, training officers, and improving officer performance.”

ARBITRATOR BWC HIGHLIGHTS • Long battery life • Rugged IP67 and MIL-STD-810G architecture • 1080p / 720p / 360p Resolution 16:9 & 4:3 aspect ratio

• Compatible with in-car video system • Built-in GPS, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth • Adjustable LED brightness information panel

• Compatible with Unified Evidence Management Software

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PICK AN APPLE

Sustainability is not always easy to see. Many folks do not realize the downtown library has a green roof, or that the City has planted fruit trees at numerous public facilities. We made a map to help visualize all our green initiatives, including participation in the City Manager’s 1-Bag Challenge.

Dive into the data — and find out where you can pick an apple or pear — at www.CityofCR.com/Sustainability

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he City of Cedar Rapids maintains thousands of data points across all its valuable assets. Specialists use Geographic Information Systems (GIS) mapping to manage inventories of everything from road maintenance and needed repairs to areas where flood levels could cause significant impacts.

We know the approximate age of nearly every tree in our urban canopy and the location of the valves in our water supply. “Ninety-nine percent of what we do as the City deals with a location,” explains Russ Camp, manager for the mapping information system. “GIS keeps track of all of those locations and the associated data. It helps us be more efficient in what we do.”

KNOW YOUR NEIGHBOR

The City Assessor estimates real estate values in our community.

Their assessments are one component in the computation of property taxes. Assessments include information on the property owner, layout, and condition of nearly every house, factory, office building, and other type of structure in Cedar Rapids.

You can review this data through the Parcel Viewer at www.CityofCR.com/Assessor

FIGHTING FLOODS

Gauges maintained by the United States Geological Survey are constantly collecting data on the Cedar River’s flow volume. Combined with advanced flood-level prediction and historical flood data, staff can determine an appropriate response plan when the river rises. Until permanent flood protection is in place, the Interim Flood Plan can respond to major flood levels up to 28 feet.

Learn more about the Cedar River Flood Control System at www.CityofCR.com/FloodControl.

KEEPING THE WATER FLOWING

If a water main breaks, we know where to dig. Crews can quickly consult an infrastructure viewer to find the location of valves along each water main, and then close off the water supply to as few homes as possible. A leak can usually be fixed within hours. The Infrastructure Viewer provides staff technical data for its water supply, sewers, telecommunications, streets, parks, and more.

TRACK CRIME

Crime data from the Cedar Rapids Police Department is automatically published to the Crime Reports map. Citizens can even use the platform to submit anonymous tips. Find a link at www.CityofCR.com/Police

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FIND A PARK

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Did you know there is a public park or green space within a half mile of nearly every Cedar Rapids resident? You can find 11 splash pads, 24 rentable pavilions, and more than 96 parks on over 4,171 acres of city property using the Parks Finder at www.CityofCR.com/ParksFinder

Individuals with Autism, Alzheimer’s, or other developmental disabilities may not be able to identify themselves, respond appropriately, or provide emergency contact information. GIS drives the technology behind the Home Again CR service, which helps citizens and agencies like the Cedar Rapids Police Department and Linn County Sheriff's Office assist individuals with these disabilities.

Learn more at www.CityofCR.com/Police.

FIXING OUR STREETS

DISCOVER A PIECE OF HISTORY

Through the Local Option Sales Tax, the City leverages approximately $18 million dollars annually for significant street repairs — beyond what is set aside in property tax. After collecting data on the condition of every street in Cedar Rapids, staff prioritizes repairs and updates the Paving for Progress (PFP) plan. You can view the map of all completed, under-construction, and future PFP projects at www.CityofCR.com/ PavingForProgress

MAINTAINING OUR URBAN FOREST

Our tree inventory pinpoints street, park, and woodland trees across the community.

Information captured includes tree age, species, and condition. We created the inventory in 2016 and update tree data in each quadrant once every four years. Today, the inventory assists Forestry staff in their response to Emerald Ash Borer in our community. Residents can access data in the Tree Finder feature at www.CityofCR.com/Forestry

The City offers an online public database which showcases location and characteristics of local historic properties. The tool allows residents, property owners, and local developers the opportunity to learn if a property has been surveyed for historic significance, see if it is potentially eligible for tax credits, or simply learn more about a local historic property. The information in the database has been collected from multiple architectural and historic surveys, which includes nominations to the National Register of Historic Places. Visit www.CityofCR.com/HPC.

CAPTURING STORMWATER

Data collected for the Stormwater Master Plan provides an overall picture of flash flooding impacts across the city. Each of the community's drainage basins have been modeled using LiDAR, an evolving technology which can use airplanes to fly lasers above the ground and capture information on Earth’s surface. The City uses this information to prioritize maintenance and improvements across 500 miles of conveyance structures, 800 detention basins, 127 miles of open channels and ditches, and three constructed wetlands, ultimately improving stormwater drainage during heavy rain events.

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TREE TECHNOLOGY

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ust a few years ago, when there were storm damaged

response time and allows for better management of the

trees that needed to be picked up, large limbs that had

urban tree canopy.

fallen, or street trees that needed pruning, residents called a phone number during business hours and provided

is able to prioritize and expedite tree related services.

details regarding the requested work. Residents were required to provide extensive information about the tree and its condition, or staff had to visit the site to determine the extent of work. While this is occasionally still needed, many of these now be answered by looking at the tree inventory and GIS data. The tree inventory, completed

administrative staff who can electronically view the tree using GIS software called Tree Finder. Staff can see what of any work performed on it. The citizen’s request is placed into an EnerGov system where multiple City staff members can review the progress of the work.

Using EnerGov allows staff to identify which crew should be assigned to do the work and what equipment they will how busy the street is. The software assists in identifying

provided information that both increases

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convenience. The request is routed through the division’s

need. They can judge the best time to do the work based on

in 2016, has

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Residents can fill out a request for service online at their

species the tree is, the size, location, condition and history

questions can

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Today, based on technology, the City’s forestry division

the urgency and priority of work orders and allows for scheduling work in close proximity to be done at the same time, saving travel time and gas.

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ENERGOV Energov allows the City to take a request and put it into a system where many staff, across multiple departments, can work on it. It speeds up the process with automatic flags and reminders, and creates efficiency

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rior to every City Council meeting,

If residents are interested in a topic

documents, cover sheets,

that was presented to Council or on

resolutions, ordinances and

the consent agenda, they can find a

contracts are attached to each agenda

search under the Public Records page

item. With more than 50 items on a

in the Local Government section of

USED BY: Fire, Building Services,

typical agenda, the paperwork that

the website. By entering a keyword, all

Development Services, Community

accompanies it can be overwhelming.

Council related documents associated

Development and IT for things like

The City of Cedar Rapids uses OnBase to

with that word will be displayed.

permitting, plan management,

both manage information and make it

subdivision plans and business

easier to access by the public.

Another search function operated

OnBase is an electronic management

database of police calls for service.

system that is used by many

Search for any address in the city by

departments for different purposes.

date or call type up to 12 months prior

The City Clerk’s office uses a module

to the current date. The search can

of OnBase to create the cover

be found on the Police Department

sheet, resolution or ordinance, and

pages of the City’s website under Joint

electronically attach everything to the

Communications Center.

between departments..

licensing.

EXAMPLE: A new development is tracked from Community Development for planning, Building Services for permitting, to IT to create the GIS system on a map for 9-1-1 services.

packet that goes to Council. Following the meeting, documents are signed through a secured electronic process.

through the OnBase system is a

Using OnBase allows the public direct access to information and saves staff time searching for documents that are now easily accessible to the public.

With EnerGov, the forestry division can maintain an ongoing history related to the tree, enabling foresters to determine long range plans for its care.

The system also keeps track of stump removals and automatically places the location on the tree planting list, ensuring that a tree will be replanted.

Staff in the field can open, view and close out work orders on tablets when they are complete. They enter their time on the job and create new work orders for additional work that may be needed.

Residents are also able to access City tree information online through Tree Finder at www.CityofCR.com/Forestry.

ONBASE OnBase is used to manage electronic content. It allows the City to work electronically and for the public to access public records.

USED BY: Thirty-two departments and divisions for things like creating agendas and documents for City Council meetings, signing Council documents, hiring and contracts.

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EXAMPLE: Paperwork to hire an employee is created digitally and approved electronically by the hiring department. Human Resources uses OnBase to automatically attach the appropriate documents to the offer letter and send copies to the supervisor.

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SNOW FIGHTING TECHNOLOGY

The Public Works Department is no stranger to Iowa winter storms. The ice storms and bitter temperatures often require proactive strategies and dedicated ingenuity, and this winter, the crews are introducing yet another tactic to fight icy roads.

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ntroducing saddle tanks. The tanks

approximately 9,000 tons of salt every winter. With

are attached to the back of trucks,

the new precision afforded by applying wet salt, the

and apply a thin layer of brine

City will be able to shave off material costs each year.

directly to the salt and sand mix as

The Public Works Department estimates that the new

the trucks dispense the material

equipment will save the City approximately $25,000

on the roadway. This means the

annually in material, in addition to improving the

salt is already wet before it hits

service level during a snow event.

the pavement, making it instantly effective and reducing the “scattering” effect by 30 percent. Scattering occurs when dry salt is applied to the pavement and then scatters or bounces along the curb line, often bouncing

evolved its snow fighting efforts. Public Works has been using brine to treat roads for more than 20 years, and built its own brine station on site at the City Services

ineffectively off the roadway.

Center to quickly make material and load vehicles.

These new tanks will be added to nine plows this

brine. This mixture helped reduce the amount of salt,

year and used on priority routes. The Public Works

stayed in place longer on the pavement, didn’t dissolve

Department will begin phasing in these new systems

or dilute as quickly during rain events, and remained

as they purchase new trucks, and will budget to add

effective when temperatures dropped below zero.

In 2017, the City began blending beet juice into the

additional saddle tanks in the years ahead.

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This new technique isn’t the first time the City has

Every winter brings a new set of challenges, but the

Not only are these new systems improving the

Public Works Department will continue to explore new

department's snow fighting capabilities, but they

technology and equipment that will aid in snow fighting

also produce a cost savings. The City currently uses

techniques and help keep the traveling public safe.

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Observation cameras are mounted on poles on select locations throughout the city, allowing traffic engineers to monitor roadway conditions, respond to emergencies, and remotely change signal timing

Traffic engineering is an ever-evolving field. In Cedar Rapids, the Traffic Engineering Division has recently completed technology improvements that help improve many of the daily and hourly tasks associated with designing and maintaining traffic grids throughout the city.

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he Traffic Operations Center, completed in

The Operations Center allows staff to monitor traffic

2016, provides professional staff with new video

signal timing and make adjustments when necessary,

management software, remote observation

perform troubleshooting techniques remotely, and

cameras, and eleven 55-inch display monitors that can

observe changes in traffic patterns that may require

be used to display real-time conditions in the field. The

adjustments in the field. If a vehicle accident closes a

Operations Center is located at the City Services Center,

lane on a main arterial such as Collins Road or Blairs

and serves as a central hub for monitoring traffic flow

Ferry Road, staff can quickly change the signal timing

and signal operations.

cycle to adjust for backups — all without traveling to

The new technology allows staff to view road

the signal cabinet.

conditions from their office and quickly assess

While the cameras are not set to record, and there are

situations related to vehicle accidents, construction,

not enough of them to see every situation, they provide

flooding, snow events, or even a malfunctioning

an important link for field observation and shortened

signal. Instead of dispatching a staff member to drive

response time in emergencies. This technology has

to a location, the 117 observation cameras located

helped improve traffic flow and staff efficiency.

around the community can provide staff with real time information quickly and safely from their office.

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DIGITAL ROADWAYS C

Technology has come a long way in the fight against pavement decay. While field checks and on-site inspections will still play a role in addressing road concerns, equipment now exists to help give engineers a better understanding of what’s happening on our roadways.

edar Rapids receives pavement data from

cameras that automatically collect data on the road,

the Iowa Pavement Management Program,

including — but not limited to — cracking, potholes,

coordinated by Iowa State University's Institute for

faulting, spalling, rutting, etc. The data is then processed

Transportation, for nearly every single roadway in Cedar

by the Iowa Pavement Management Program staff, and

Rapids, approximately every two years. The information

provided to the City.

is used to inform the decisions made in the Paving for Progress program — the one cent local option sales tax

The resulting data, alongside field inspections, are

for street repairs.

combined into modeling software and a GIS mapping

How do you analyze every single street? With a special

from “very poor” to “very good.” All roads have been

vehicle called an Automatic Road Analyzer (ARAN). The

assigned a Pavement Condition Index (PCI) score, which

ARAN van is outfitted with an array of sensors and

helps identify appropriate treatment methods and

analyses to help categorize all Cedar Rapids’ roads

reconstruction techniques.

How does this help the City make more informed decisions? The local option sales tax provides approximately $18 million every year to fund road repairs. Projects range in cost from $60,000 to an estimated $4 million per contract, depending on the severity of the

The technology used to capture pavement data provides staff with information on surface defects.

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pavement decay. The worse the street condition, the more expensive it is to fix. That’s why it’s important to do a blend of projects and address a variety of roads throughout the city — to help keep other roads from falling into extremely expensive disrepair.

SCORING

Pavement Condition Index scores measure “smoothness” and range from 1 to 100. Depending on whether it is a residential street or an arterial street, “Poor/Very Poor” roads generally score below 30 or 35; “Fair” roads generally score between 31 and 55; and “Good/Very Good” roads generally score between 51 and 100.

Another benefit of collecting data on a regular basis is that it provides the City with the ability to track its progress and show measurable results.

SO HOW DO OUR ROADS LOOK?

The program began in 2014. The City collected data on our roadways in 2013 and again in 2015. Between 2013 and 2015, the average Pavement Condition Index of arterial roads in the city improved by 4 points.

At the time of this publication, the 2017 data was still being processed (There is typically about a year lag time between collecting the data and receiving the data.)

Here is a breakdown of all city streets and how they fall in the scoring:

2013 PAVEMENT DATA 20%

2015 PAVEMENT DATA 14%

Poor/Very Poor 25%

Fair

Good/Very Good

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2017 PAVEMENT DATA Processing This technology is an important part of the Paving for Progress program, and helps the City make informed choices on which street repairs would make the most overall impact to the community. Overtime, we will begin to see how the program has brought up the condition of our streets, transitioning more roads into the “fair” or “good” category and out of the “poor” category.

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THE POWER OF

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he City continues to turn new leaves on

The vacuums have also contributed noticeably to

technology with its ten vacuum trucks

improved stormwater discharge. Organic material

purchased in 2009.

can rob aquatic life of oxygen. By keeping leaves on the lawn and out of the street, less organic material

“Almost ten years in, we’re still impressed with

washes into our waterways through the storm sewer

how the vacuum trucks have enhanced our programming,” said Mark Jones, the City’s Solid Waste

system.

Superintendent. “Residents really appreciate the leaf

Jones says the trucks are also just plain fun. “People

vacuums. They have been extremely pleased with the

are delighted when a crew drives up their street. It can

level of service we’ve provided.”

be fascinating to watch the powerful hoses in action.

At public events we often get a line of kids who want

The advantages are many. Under the previous collection program, citizens would rake their leaves

to sit behind the wheel of the leaf truck. Adults, too.”

into the street for collection by end loaders. This

Because leaves tend to fall throughout the city at

method caused strain on the City’s storm sewers,

about the same time, large volumes of leaves cannot

which could clog with all those leaves. Clogged sewers

be collected in a single week. The Utilities Department

require additional cleanup — and often overtime —

needed to find a way to notify customers of any delays

for the sewer division.

in leaf collection. They teamed up with other City

Crews in the Solid Waste division operate the vacuum

departments to address that challenge.

trucks. This frees up staff and equipment at Public

Now, residents can subscribe to leaf collection

Works, which previously spent precious time in fall

reminders, street closure notifications, emergency

collecting the leaves.

alerts, and more through CRNewsNow.com. The

Now, the Public Works

service delivers text and email alerts specific to

Department is able to

your address and interests, so you only get an

focus more of their efforts

alert when it matters most to you.

on improving streets and maintaining sewer/ stormwater pipes.

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The City is always assessing how it can improve operational efficiency.

When faced with the ongoing challenge of litter, the Solid Waste division found a new solution in suction. As time allows outside of routine solid waste collection, crews have been able to use the leaf vacuum trucks to collect litter in heavily accumulating areas, like interstate on/off-ramps and along fence lines.

The leaf vacuum trucks are too large to fit into some of the more challenging litter zones, so in 2018 the City unveiled its newest litter collection technology — a mini litter vacuum.

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MEET THE MINI LITTER VACUUM The machine can be outfitted with a grapple

Another successful tool in the fight against

claw bucket to assist in cleaning up illegal

litter, the City Manager’s 1-Bag Challenge, has

dumps. “The mini litter vacuum provides an

seen great success. A record total of 2,341

additional resource in our efforts to fight

bags of litter were collected in FY2018 by

litter,” said City Manager Jeff Pomeranz. “It’s

resident volunteers, the City’s Solid Waste &

an ideal tool that improves our litter collection

Recycling Division, and contracted workers.

capabilities and supports our campaign to CleanUpCR.”

Pomeranz said he’s pleased with the results.

The mini litter vacuum, nicknamed

team up like this,” Pomeranz said. “Our

“Snuffleupagus,” allows a single operator to

residents want to live in a clean community.

cover more ground and collect more trash

Their commitment to the 1-Bag Challenge

in a shorter time than crews on foot. It also

proves that.” To date the challenge has

provides a safer option for litter collection

inspired volunteers to fill nearly 9,600 bags —

along heavily trafficked roads.

removing a whopping 120 tons of trash from

“It’s always impressive to see our community

City streets.

EXPANDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR FEEDBACK

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echnology has made it possible for a wide range of citizens to have direct input on decisions the City is making about things that impact them. Traditionally, the City has used open houses and public input sessions to educate the public on upcoming projects and to gain their feedback. While these sessions are effective, and will continue to be used, they can leave out segments of the population that are important to hear from. Individuals with disabilities, younger age groups, people with small children, those without access to transportation, and people who work nontraditional schedules are less represented at regular open house events.

Surveys that can be circulated online have provided a way to reach these groups, resulting in feedback that is more diverse and comprehensive.

Electronic surveys can be emailed to specific user groups or targeted to people who are directly impacted by a project.

Surveys can also be made available through social media channels, allowing for participation by a large group of citizens.

The City has used electronic surveys for several years on everything from input on how to set budget priorities, to development and construction projects and choosing playground equipment for a park. “What residents want is important to us when making decisions,” stated Scott Hock, Parks and Recreation Director. “Asking them for their preferences in online surveys is another tool we can use to make the best choices for neighborhoods.”

Electronic surveys provide a quick tabulation of results with graphic summary options that assist in communicating the results to staff, commissions or City Council. They also allow for additional detailed questions to be asked to make sure we are understanding citizen priorities accurately. Results from online surveys are reported back through the same online channels so people can see the information that staff will act on.

To make sure your ideas and opinions are included in online surveys, follow the City of Cedar Rapids Iowa Government and Cedar Rapids Parks and Recreation on Facebook, or the CityofCRiowa on Twitter.

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WATER RESCUE TECHNOLOGY

The Fire Department responds to more than a dozen water or river rescues each year, and having modern technology that can help rescuers locate victims is a critical component of effective rescue and recovery operations.

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he department uses a Humminbird 998c

wave is reflected off of an object; it uses the reflected

Fishing System that utilizes both sonar and

signal to interpret location, size, and composition

Global Position System (GPS) technology.

of an object. Sonar is very fast. A sound wave can

Sonar technology is based on sound waves with

travel from the surface to a depth of 240 feet and

a transducer that sends out the sound waves and

back again in less than Âź of a second. The system

receives the echoes so that the fishing system can

also supports GPS and chart plotting to determine

interpret what is below the surface of the water. The

the boat’s position, display it on a grid, and provide

system sends a sound wave signal and determines

detailed underwater information. Firefighters use

distance by measuring the time between the

the information to save tracks, waypoints, and

transmission of the sound wave and when the sound

routes, which is critical to coordinating searches in

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waterways. Waypoints are latitude and longitude markings that provide firefighters with reference points to keep track of where they have searched on the water.

Sonar and GPS technology complement the Fire Department’s boating equipment.

Firefighters have two 14 foot, 30 horsepower inflatable boats, two 30 horsepower hard-shell boats (14 feet and 16 feet in length), and a 20 foot, 115 horsepower Clark boat to effect water rescues. Each type of boat offers advantages, such as the buoyancy and maneuverability of the inflatable boats that are often used in swift water rescues where firefighters can shift inside the boat to one side or the other. The hard-shell boats are useful for special techniques such as serving as a tether at the dam.

A tethered boat can be attached to a rope, or tether, that can be deployed from a bridge, a fixed cableway, or a temporary bank-operated cableway. The Clark boat, originally designed for navigation on the Mississippi River, is a useful boat for wide, stable movement on the Cedar River.

All firefighters are certified to the operations level of swift water rescue. Further, three-fourths of Cedar Rapids firefighters are National Fire Protection Association Swift Water Technicians, which allows the rescuer to be a swimmer or “go rescuer” in a water emergency. To keep current with their skills, firefighters are required to complete biannual swimming tests.

According to Fire Captain Brian Hall, “The Fire Department’s investment in modern technology and equipment is critical to providing water rescue capabilities. In a drowning or watercraft emergency, citizens are counting on firefighters to be able to quickly deploy and begin rescue operations.”

THERMAL IMAGING CAMERAS Handheld thermal imaging cameras do more than identify the seat of a structure fire; they've found a place in many emergency-response scenarios including water rescues.

On average, firefighters are called upon to assist in water rescues involving potentially drowning victims or disabled watercraft approximately 15-20 times each year. Water rescues can be both responder intensive and time consuming in nature and there’s frequently a finite window of opportunity to locate the victims.

At night, and especially in stormy weather, efforts to save people in the water can quickly become a nightmare scenario simply because they can’t be seen. Handheld thermal cameras can save rescue teams precious minutes that make the difference between life and death, by revealing the location of people that have been swept overboard and are in imminent danger of drowning. These cameras display images that are based on differences in heat, not on light, and this is what makes them invaluable to crews working against the clock to save lives.

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TIMELESS TECHNOLOGY FACES EVOLVING CHALLENGES The underlying technologies that treat and deliver water to your faucet — underground wells and pumps, gravity pressure, chemical treatment, and more — have served communities across the globe for decades. You may find it relatively simple to fill up a glass of water, but the challenges facing this important resource can be rather complex.

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he City of Cedar Rapids employs scientists, lab technicians, operators, maintenance staff, and engineers, and partners with many stakeholders to study and improve the quality of water delivered to customers’ homes and businesses.

“When other communities seek solutions to the modern challenges facing their water supplies, they often look to Cedar Rapids,” says Steve Hershner, the City’s Utilities Director.

“Whether it’s developing win-win partnerships with landowners upstream to improve our watershed, or implementing innovative water pollution treatment methods to meet

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increasingly strict regulations, Cedar Rapids is an industry leader on water quality.”

Look no further than the Utilities Department’s 2018 Clean Water Advocate award from the National Association of Clean Water Agencies recognizing advocacy in the watershed, advocacy on nutrient reduction issues, and contributions to the 2018 Farm Bill. In recent years, the City has undertaken native prairie restoration, oxbow restoration, and other nutrient management planning techniques. The Water Department has also supported partners with water monitoring projects to obtain data on runoff and test the implementation of new practices.

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FACING NEW CHALLENGES

Jacob Donaghy, a water quality specialist for the City, keeps an eye on changing trends. “Water treatment is a precise science with thousands of variables,” explains Donaghy. “What enters a creek near Parkersburg or Independence can impact our water supply days later. Small changes in practices can multiply across the landscape with a potential to affect the methods we use to treat our water.”

Iowa’s countryside has changed substantially over the years. Once covered by prairie and wetlands, much of the world’s richest soil can be found in the state of Iowa.

Today, producers manage water in their fields by tiling more acres of farmland than ever before. Instead of drowning the very crops which fuel a substantial portion of Cedar Rapids’ economy, rain from heavy storms rushes through field tile into local streams and rivers. Increased water in creeks and streams can affect the potential for river

flooding. Stormwater runoff can also carry nutrients from fields, like nitrates and phosphorus, to communities downstream.

As the Water division monitors water quality, the City of Cedar Rapids prepares its response to new challenges brought by changing technologies and practices upstream. Our employees have always kept a close eye on our source water supply, using the data collected to develop a full picture of overall trends and adapt accordingly. In this way, we ensure we can deliver on our promise of providing safe, great-tasting water to our customers.

could be multiplied. This shows opportunity for positive results not only in Cedar Rapids, but across the entire watershed, all the way down to the Gulf of Mexico.”

IMPLEMENTING NEW PRACTICES

Inside city limits, Cedar Rapids’ Stormwater Cost-Share Program reimburses private property owners as much as 50 percent of the installation cost for practices that improve the quality and manage the quantity of stormwater. Implemented practices include rain gardens, bioretention cells, bioswales, soil quality restoration, and permeable pavers.

Drainage water interacts with plants and microbes in the soil of this saturated buffer to filter out nitrates. Photo courtesy of Iowa Soybean Association.

GATHERING MORE DATA

Utilities staff continues to educate themselves on Cedar Rapids’ contribution to the water cycle. Using the latest laser technology, the City has been gathering surveys to map how flash floods can occur across more than 70 square miles of land in the city. Employees use the latest sensors and treatment technologies to continuously sample and improve water from two water treatment plants and the water pollution control facility. With the help of partners like the U.S. Geological Survey, we are always learning more about the water supplying the aquifer that provides Cedar Rapids’ drinking water.

Through recent collaboration with the Iowa Soybean Association and Coe College, increased data collection has shown how individual farm conservation practices can benefit water quality. More sensors are capturing additional data, which has played a crucial role in informing the Middle Cedar Partnership Project (MCPP).

The MCPP brings together public, private, urban and rural stakeholders to implement water quality

improvement, water quantity management, and healthy soil projects in the Middle Cedar watershed. The Middle Cedar watershed covers 2,417 square miles of Cedar River tributaries north of Cedar Rapids.

Financial investments from the USDA, City of Cedar Rapids, and 15 other collaborating partners have been leveraged to implement bioreactors, saturated buffers, cover crops, and wetlands upstream — all proven practices that reduce nitrate loss in fields. Data from the MCPP shows nitrate concentration reductions as high as 42 percent for the most effective practices.

“If we only treated water for nitrates at our plant, only Cedar Rapids would benefit from very costly treatment options,” says Hershner. “We’ve been starting to see how smaller financial investments in conservation practices

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Cara Matteson, Stormwater Specialist, has kept busy with the program. “In fiscal year 2018, we’ve helped private property owners implement more than 19 projects,” says Matteson. “That’s a cost savings of more than 89-thousand dollars for property owners and a tremendous improvement for stormwater management in our city.”

Matteson has also overseen green infrastructure pilot projects at city parks and schools. The plan is to learn from all of the projects — what works most effectively, what remaining opportunities can be addressed — then ramp implementation up.

“If every resident did something to manage stormwater, there would be significantly less runoff and less water pollution,” says Matteson. “We really believe that every drop counts.”

You can learn more about the Cost-Share Program, and the City’s stormwater management efforts at www.CityofCR.com/Stormwater

Native vegetation soaks up runoff, absorbing nutrients and providing habitat for pollinators

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TECHNOLOGY

PUMP STATION TECHNOLOGY REDUCES FLOOD THREAT

You may have heard that Cedar Rapids recently constructed two pump stations as part of permanent flood protection — but do you know how they work?

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ump stations are perhaps one of the most unnoticeable segments of above-ground flood control. They are constructed to look like the buildings around them, run quietly and efficiently, and generally blend into their surroundings.

Their purpose is to help protect the city from two things: flooding from the river, and flooding from rain.

RIVER FLOODING

cones to cover manholes in low-lying areas on both sides of

One of the most critical things to address during high

the river for an 18’ crest. (That number grows to about 100

river crests is to close off the numerous underground

cones in the event of a 20’ crest.) These temporary measures

pipes that lead from the city to the river. During normal

need to be monitored constantly to address failures or leaks.

river levels, these pipes convey rain and groundwater

RAIN FLOODING

from neighborhoods and businesses back into the river.

But during high river events, these pipes make the city vulnerable to flooding, and need to be closed to hold the river in its banks and prevent it from backing up through manholes and inlets. Just how important is closing off this system? During the 2008 Flood, Mercy Medical Center needed to evacuate due to street flooding that was caused by river water backing up into the storm sewer system.

When pipes have been closed to protect against river flooding, a new hazard arises — flooding from rain. With the underground system closed off, rain and groundwater have nowhere to go, and will begin to pool in streets. Crews address this concern by stationing pumps throughout flood prone areas, which can manually pump rain water back into the river. During heavy rain events and high river crests, monitoring all the pumps and plugs becomes a critical part

To close the pipes, City crews need to manually insert approximately 30 plugs, and use approximately 60 concrete

of flood control.

The Sinclair Pump Station (lower left-hand corner of the photo) is shown in September of 2018. The new detention basin sits nearby, safely holding rain water until it drains.

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Region now protected through permanent flood control measures

NewBo District and the majority of the Downtown District are now permanently protected against river water flooding through the storm sewer system, thanks to two new pump stations and underground gates.

PERMANENT PROTECTION The new pump stations located in NewBo and at the

two fuel tankers every minute. All of this can be monitored

Sinclair Levee protect the community against both river

and controlled remotely, with the click of a button from

flooding and rain flooding. Multiple pipes that once

the Water Pollution Control Facility.

connected NewBo and Downtown to the river are now consolidated into fewer pipes that all connect to the pump. For example, the pump station in NewBo includes three 20-inch pipes that connect to one huge, 108-inch diameter pipe at the pump station. The pump station includes an underground gate that can swiftly and

During the fall months of September and October this year, both pump stations were used several times to close off the gates and protect the community from high river levels, and also to pump rain water back to the river when it became trapped behind the closed gates.

securely close off the river, protecting the NewBo District

These permanent protection measures are invaluable

and much of the Downtown District from flooding from

during a flood emergency. The City no longer has to set

underground river water. (See rendering for what this new

out plugs, pumps, or concrete cones in the NewBo District,

area of protection looks like.)

or devote staff to monitoring these temporary measures

If it starts to rain, the pump station uses sophisticated software sensors to

during flood threats. Countless man hours have now been condensed into mere minutes.

monitor water levels

Permanent underground gates are planned within the

in the pipes, and

next five years for the Czech Village District, which will

automatically begins

eliminate the temporary measures of plugs and cones.

pumping rain water

Plans call for a similar pump station in the Czech Village

out of the storm sewer

and Downtown Districts within the next 5 years, eventually

system and back into the

leading to 11 storm water pump stations along the

river when necessary.

Flood Control System. In the NewBo Pump Station, two

The pump at NewBo can

additional 12,000 gallons per minute pumps are scheduled

pump 12,000 gallons

to be added in 2019.

of water per minute — that’s the equivalent of

To learn more about the permanent Flood Control System, please visit www.cityofcr.com/floodcontrol.

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NEWS YOU NEED TO KNOW

NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS EVENT The Cedar Rapids Fire Department is hosting an Open House on Saturday, December 1 from 2-5 p.m. called “Neighbors Helping Neighbors.”

PROTECT YOUR WATER METER AND PIPES THIS WINTER

The purpose of the event is to bring the community together to help families with children and older adults with fire safety programs, including the installation of life-saving smoke alarms and home safety inspections. The risk

Even when protected by an interior heating source,

of dying in a residential fire decreases by nearly 50 percent with a

meters and pipes may freeze if exposed to cold

working smoke alarm. Unfortunately, nearly 2 of 3 house fires in

air. Customers are responsible for protecting their

Cedar Rapids occur in homes without working smoke alarms.

meters and pipes. Consider some of these simple

There is nothing more important than the safety of our residents.

tips below to help protect your house this winter:

We invite you to join us for soup, sandwiches, and cookies at the Central Fire Station, 713 1st Avenue SE on Saturday, December

o Ensure your water meter can be turned off in

1. The event will also feature silent and live auctions. Local

case of emergency. Turn your shut-off valve on and off a few times to make sure it is in working order. If the valve is inoperable, contact a plumber to make repairs.

businesses are supporting the Fire Department and have donated over $6,000 worth of products and services to be eligible for bids.

The event is free to the public. Donations will be accepted and are

o Eliminate drafts from rooms containing your

appreciated to help us provide these fire and life safety programs

meter or pipes. Insulate water pipes that may be vulnerable to cold air drafts with wrap that contains fiberglass or other known insulating materials.

to the community.

For more information, visit www.crfirefoundation.org or call 319-286-5200.

o Protect outdoor faucets by disconnecting hoses and turning off any indoor shut-off valves to those faucets.

o Always keep your home’s temperature above 55 degrees, even if you are not home for an extended period.

o If temperatures fall below 10 degrees, you might leave a thin stream of water running from the tap furthest from your water meter.

If your pipes do freeze, do not use an open flame to thaw the pipes! Rags soaked in hot water can thaw the frozen area, or a hair dryer can be effective, too. Do not use heat tapes or a space heater, as

CEDAR RAPIDS CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING

these may cause a fire. When in doubt, contact a licensed plumber.

Contact the Cedar Rapids Water division at

Saturday, November 24 at 5:30 p.m. | Greene Square

319-286-5900 if your water meter freezes or breaks.

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WINTER DRIVING REMINDERS Are you ready for winter driving? Take a moment to review the rules of the road during Iowa’s winter season, and be prepared if a Snow Emergency is declared. In the event of a Snow Emergency, parking restrictions will go into effect on Emergency Snow Routes. These routes are typically main arterials, bus routes, school zones, and areas near hospitals.

They are designated with street signage and are prioritized for plows to clear due to their high traffic volumes. Vehicles parked on Emergency Snow Routes after a Snow Emergency has been declared may be ticketed and/ or towed. In residential areas, residents should follow the odd/even parking rule to assist with snow removal efforts on

Holiday

Garbage, Recycling & Yard Waste CO L L E CT ION SC H E D U L E

THANKSGIVING

Thursday, Nov. 22

No collection, 1 day delay remainder of week

CHRISTMAS

local roads. Park on the odd-address side of the street on odd calendar days; park on the even-address side of the street on even calendar days. The odd/even parking rule provides snow plow operators with enough room to safely and efficiently plow. The odd/even rule generally applies to residential neighborhoods, and does not apply to posted Emergency Snow Routes, parking-metered areas, or any street where the alternate side parking would conflict with permanently posted parking restrictions.

Odd calendar days: Park on odd-address side of the street.

Even calendar days: Park on even-address side of the street.

NEED A FRIENDLY REMINDER? Sign up for text alerts and get City news like Snow Emergencies: www.CRNewsNow.com.

Curbside Christmas Tree Disposal STARTING WEDNESDAY, DEC. 26 Collection runs through mid-January

Tuesday, Dec. 25

No collection, 1 day delay remainder of week

NEW YEAR’S DAY

Tuesday, Jan. 1 No collection, 1 day delay remainder of week

Natural, unflocked trees must be cut evenly in half.

Sections should be no longer than six feet.

Trees taller than 12 feet must be cut into even thirds.

Please set piles at least three feet from your collection carts on your normal garbage day.

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CITY SERVICES DIRECTORY CITY SERVICE

LOCATION

Animals

900 76th Avenue Drive SW

Assessor

City Services Center, 500 15 Avenue SW

319-286-5888

CRAssessor@Cedar-Rapids.org

Bid Opportunities

City Hall, 101 1st Street SE

319-286-5021

Bid-Purchasing@Cedar-Rapids.org

Building and Housing Codes

City Services Center, 500 15th Avenue SW

319-286-5831

Building@Cedar-Rapids.org

Buses

Ground Transportation Center, 450 1st Street SE

319-286-5573

CRTransit@Cedar-Rapids.org

Fire Safety Inspections

713 1st Avenue SE

319-286-5166

CRFire@Cedar-Rapids.org

Garbage, Recycling and Yard Waste Collection

City Services Center, 500 15 Avenue SW

319-286-5897

SolidWaste&Recycling@Cedar-Rapids.org

Housing Assistance Programs

City Hall, 101 1st Street SE

319-286-5872

HSG-Admin@Cedar-Rapids.org

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PHONE

EMAIL ADDRESS

319-286-5993

AnimalControlMgmt@Cedar-Rapids.org

Land Development

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City Hall, 101 1 Street SE

319-286-5822

DevelopmentServices@Cedar-Rapids.org

Park Rentals

Northwest Recreation Center, 1340 11th Street NW

319-286-5566

Recreation@Cedar-Rapids.org

Potholes and Street Maintenance

City Services Center, 500 15th Avenue SW

319-286-5826

Street@Cedar-Rapids.org

Recreation Programs

Northwest Recreation Center, 1340 11th Street NW

319-286-5566

Recreation@Cedar-Rapids.org

Sewer Backup or Problems

City Services Center, 500 15th Avenue SW

319-286-5815

Sewer@Cedar-Rapids.org

Traffic Signals, Signs and Markings

City Services Center, 500 15th Avenue SW

319-286-5176

Traffic@Cedar-Rapids.org

Utility Billing

City Hall, 101 1st Street SE

319-286-5900

WaterMail@Cedar-Rapids.org

For more information about the City of Cedar Rapids and its services, call 319-286-5080 or visit www.cedar-rapids.org.

CITY COUNCIL

To leave a message for a City Council member, call 319-286-5051.

Find your district at www.linncountyelections.org.

MAYOR

DISTRICT 1

DISTRICT 2

b.hart@cedar-rapids.org

m.hoeger@cedar-rapids.org

s.overland@cedar-rapids.org

Martin Hoeger

Brad Hart

DISTRICT 3

Dale Todd

DISTRICT 5

scott.olson@cedar-rapids.org

a.vanorny@cedar-rapids.org

Ashley Vanorny

AT LARGE

AT LARGE

AT LARGE

t.olson@cedar-rapids.org

ann.poe@cedar-rapids.org

s.weinacht@cedar-rapids.org

Tyler Olson

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DISTRICT 4

Scott Olson

dalet@cedar-rapids.org

Scott Overland

Ann Poe

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LOOK INSIDE FOR SCHOOL BREAK CAMPS p. 27 CANDLELIGHT YOGA p. 31 JUNIOR VOLLEYBALL p. 37 SWIMMING LESSONS p. 42-44 NOVEMBER 2018 - APRIL 2019

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Welcome to the Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation Play! guide. Inside you’ll find great programs that will keep you busy from December through April.

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School Break Camps, Preschooler, Youth, Family, Adult, Guitar, Dance, Fitness

Northwest Recreation Center........................ 32 Special Populations....................................... 33 Sports...................................................... 34-37 Softball, Baseball, Blastball, Basketball, Football, Kickball, Little Sports Torts®, Soccer, Tennis, Track, Volleyball

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Golf............................................................... 37 Swimming................................................ 38-44 Parks/Services/Registration...................... 45-47 Greenhouse, Dog Parks, Winter Sports, Trails, Rentals

WINTER WONDERLAND p. 29

BELLY DANCE p. 30

NW REC GAME ROOM p. 32

WHEELCHAIR SOCCER p. 33

VOLLEYBALL p. 37

SWIM LESSONS p. 42

ACTIVE CHOICE Choose A High Activity Program

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SCHOOL BREAK CAMPS *NEW* WINTER SUPERHERO TRAINING ACADEMY

Winter Break *NEW* MY AMERICAN GIRL & ME: CHICKEN SCRATCH EMBROIDERY (9-15 yrs.)

Make matching aprons for you and your American Girl doll by learning and using double cross stitch embroidery and the running stitch. The ladies of the Blue Ribbon Embroidery Chapter will teach you how. #314717-01 Th-F 12/27-12/28 $39 (R $32) Ushers Ferry

1-4pm

*NEW* WINTER FORTRESS NERF WAR (8-12 yrs.)

Are you the ultimate winter soldier?

Grab your friends and come out to Ushers Ferry where you’ll build a fort out of sticks (or snow if available) and use your NERF gear to play Capture the Flag and other games to defend your fortress. Dress for the cold and bring your own NERF equipment and eye protection. #314718-01 Th 12/27 1-4pm $20 (R $16) Ushers Ferry

WINTER PIONEER DAY CAMP (6-12 yrs.)

Explore the wonders of an early 1900’s winter. Learn how to cook on a woodstove, make your own toys, and try your hand at all sorts of chores from hauling wood and water to mending socks, making quilts and using your imagination to make your own fun.

6-8 years #314105-01 F 12/28 1-2:30pm $14 (R $13) Ushers Ferry 9-12 years #314105-02 F 12/28 1-4pm $27 (R $23) Ushers Ferry

(4-8 yrs.)

Within everyone there is a hero!

Improve your aim and outsmart the villains with cool science. Display feats of speed, strength and agility. Register by 12/17.

4-5 years #311303-01 Th-F 12/27-12/28 8:30-9:30am $20 (R $15) NW Rec 6-8 years #311303-02 Th-F 12/27-12/28 8:30-10:30am $35 (R $28) NW Rec

Spring Break *NEW* ARMY CAMP FOR KIDS (9-13 yrs.)

Learn about the history, traditions, uniforms and equipment of America’s military branches and study classic military science and tactics. Take part in drills, fitness training and a NERF gun tactical on the last day. Bring your own weapons and foam ammo. #314719-01 M-Th 3/18-3/21 1-4pm $104 (R $96) Ushers Ferry

*NEW* HARRY POTTER ACADEMY (6-13 yrs.)

Take a break from the muggle world and attend to your magical studies in this camp for Harry Potter/Fantastic Beasts fans. Study alchemy and create potions, grow creatures and crystals, decode secrets of ancient runes and learn a trick or two.

6-8 years #314116-01 M-Th 3/18-3/21 9-10:30am $55 (R $48) Ushers Ferry 9-13 years #314116-02 M-Th 3/18-3/21 9am-12pm $104 (R $96) Ushers Ferry

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*NEW* KIDS ADVENTURE TRIP: ROCK ISLAND ARSENAL/PUTNAM (9-14 yrs.)

Don’t spend spring break sitting on the couch playing games! Have a real adventure on this trip to one of the largest government-owned weapons manufacturing arsenals and the scene of some of Iowa’s most exciting military history. Then, stop at the Putnam Museum where you’ll see real Egyptian mummies, ancient Chinese weapons and more! #314720-01 F 3/22 9am-5pm $46 (R $39) Depart: Ushers Ferry

*NEW* REDWORK CZECH EMBROIDERY WORKSHOP (9-15 yrs.)

Celebrate St. Joseph’s Day! Let the ladies of the Blue Ribbon Embroidery Chapter teach you lazy daisy, stem stitch, French knot and other basic stitches as you create a Czech dish towel with bright, beautiful redwork embroidery like Babi used to make.

Dish towel and supplies included. #314721-01 Th-F 3/21-3/22 1-4pm $39 (R $32) Ushers Ferry

*NEW* SPRING SUPERHERO TRAINING ACADEMY (4-8 yrs.)

Be a hero! Improve your aim, speed, strength and agility. Learn how to outsmart the villains with cool science.

Register by 3/11.

4-5 years #311303-03 M-Th 3/18-3/21 8:30-9:30am $41 (R $34) NW Rec 6-8 years #311303-04 M-Th 3/18-3/21 8:30-11:30am $58 (R $50) NW Rec

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ACTIVITIES

Toddler and Preschooler

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(3-5 yrs. with Adult) Come join the fun! Decorate cookies and make a craft for Valentine’s Day. #310405-01 Tu 2/12 9:30-10:15am $7/child Northwest Rec

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(2-4 yrs. with Adult) Get messy and explore textures and mediums that you might not normally experience at home. Wear your play clothes and get messy!

1/7-2/11 2/25-4/8* 4/15-5/20 NW Rec

9:30-10:15am 9:30-10:15am 9:30-10:15am *No class 3/18

MOVERS AND SHAKERS (3-5 yrs.) Must be age 3 by start date.

Get the wiggles out! Enjoy creative movement with themed music, rhythmic movement and gross motor skill activities. Wear loose-fitting clothing. Must be able to separate from parent. Parents may observe the last class. #310401-01 W #310401-02 W #310401-03 W $39 (R $32)

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1/9-2/13 2/27-4/10* 4/17-5/22 NW Rec

10:15-11am 10:15-11am 10:15-11am *No class 3/20

PLAY, MUSIC AND FUN

(1-3 yrs. with Adult) Learn fun songs and finger plays with your child. Introduce them to simple rhythm instruments in a fun group setting. This is a high-energy class with concentration on motor skill activities. #310102-01 W #310102-02 W #310102-03 W $39 (R $32)

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KIDS’ DRAWING

(3-5 yrs. with Adult) Explore science in these fun, one-day

(7-11 yrs.)

Expand your drawing abilities through

classes. There’s different experiments and projects each time.

guided experiences with a variety of media including pencil, pastel, felt tip and charcoal. Go through specific exercises aimed at developing your “seeing” skills.

#303904-01 Tu 1/8 #303904-02 Tu 1/22 #303904-03 Tu 2/5 #303904-04 Tu 2/19 #303904-05 Tu 3/12 #303904-06 Tu 3/26 $11 (R $10) NW Rec

IT’S A MESS!

#310104-01 M #310104-02 M #310104-03 M $39 (R $32)

TINY TOT SCIENCE

9:30-10:15am 9:30-10:15am 9:30-10:15am 9:30-10:15am 9:30-10:15am 9:30-10:15am

Youth FUN WITH ART (5-9 yrs.)

Have fun exploring the madness of mixing multiple media together. Painting, drawing, chalk, charcoal, gooey substances and found objects will be used to create fun and imaginative forms, constructions and paintings. #303205-01 Th 1/10-2/14 5-6pm #303205-02 Th 2/28-4/11* 5-6pm $45 (R $38) NW Rec *No class 3/21

HOME SCHOOL DAY (5+ yrs.)

Spend half a day in the school house studying and learning just as students would have in 1910. Take a tour of the entire village with an Ushers Ferry guide. Bring a sack lunch. Call 319-2865763 for more information. #314602-01 W 4/17 9:30am-1:30pm $9.75 (R $8.75) Ushers Ferry

9:30-10:15am 9:30-10:15am 9:30-10:15am *No class 3/20

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#303811-01 Th 1/10-2/14 6:15-7:15pm $45 (R $38) NW Rec

MIDDLE SCHOOL/HIGH SCHOOL SKI TRIP TO SUNDOWN (10-17 yrs.)

Road trip to Sundown! Get away for the holiday break and join us for a day of skiing or snow boarding with your friends. (Phone and online registration are not available for this program. Mail registration is accepted only with a completed ski trip form.)

Register by 12/17.

Th 12/27 10am-9pm Depart/Return: Ambroz Parking Lot #302701-01 $79 with ski equipment rental #302701-02 $69 no ski equipment rental #302701-03 $79 with snow board rental

SILLY SCIENCE (6-9 yrs.)

Science is fun! Try different science experiments and projects each week.

Prepare to get messy! #303902-01 Sa #303902-02 W #303902-03 Sa #303902-04 W #303902-05 Sa #303902-06 W $14 (R $13)

1/12 1/23 2/2 2/20 3/2 3/13 NW Rec

9:30-10:30am 6:30-7:30pm 9:30-10:30am 6:30-7:30pm 9:30-10:30am 6:30-7:30pm

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Family OR aDADDY/DAUGHTER MOTHER/SON DINNER DANCE (4-10 yrs. with Parent) Enjoy a magical evening for dads and daughters and/or mothers and sons.

Put on formal attire for a special dinner and dance. #302801-01 $64 (R $56) parent + 1 child #302802-01 $41 (R $34) additional child F 2/8 6:30-8:30pm Ushers Ferry Lodge

*NEW* HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS a (All Ages)

#314803-01 Sa 4/20 10-11am $10 (R $9) /child Ushers Ferry

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*NEW* CZECH HERITAGE GRANDPARENTS’ TEA

Explore the various holiday traditions and cultures of the family homes at Ushers Ferry. Try Czech Christmas cookies and other baked goods, make Victorian ornaments and Christmas cards, play parlor games with old-time toys and more. Advance registration is encouraged, but not required.

(2-12 yrs. with Grandparent) Celebrate St. Joseph’s Day by spending some time with Babi and Deda and learn more about your Czech heritage and a little about the Czech immigrants who settled in Cedar Rapids. Enjoy kolaches, susenky and yummy Czech baking, and make your own Czech papercraft.

#214114-01 $6.25 Child (3-14 yrs.) #214114-02 $9.50 Adult Su 12/2 1-4pm Ushers Ferry

#314708-01 Adult $15 (R $14) #314708-02 Child (2-12 yrs.) $8 (R $7) Su 3/24 3-4pm Ushers Ferry

ACTIVITIES

(2+ yrs. with Parent) Celebrate spring and help the Easter bunny! Decorate your own Easter eggs with natural dyes and other fun techniques. After the work is done, play games and enjoy other old time Easter fun.

ONCE UPON A TEATIME: WINTER PRINCESS PARTY (2+ yrs.)

Hey princesses! It’s time for a party with all your favorite fairy tale BFF’s!

Dress in your best princess clothes and join us for music, games, food and fun with fairy tale princesses in a winter wonderland. Don’t forget to wear your tiara! #314709-01 Child $16 #314709-02 Accompanying Adult $2 Sa 1/26 1-2pm Ushers Ferry Lodge

FROSTY’S WINTER WONDERLAND Hosted by Macaroni Kid Cedar Rapids and Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation Sunday, December 9 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Northwest Recreation Center $2 Adult, $1 Youth (17 & under) Shop for unique gifts while the kids play! Join us for the 8th Annual Macaroni Kid Family Fun Day and Xmas Expo - Frosty style!

There will be lots of activities for the kids: • Bounce House • Treats (Bring your stockings to fill!)

• Cookie Decorating • Santa!!!

• Hot Cocoa Bar Vote for your favorite snowman built by local businesses. The winning snowman receives the Frosty Award of the year and an advertising package worth $500 from Macaroni Kid Cedar Rapids. Anyone who votes will be entered to win prizes just in time for Christmas!

Volunteers are needed!

Contact Angie Cole, a.cole@cedar-rapids.org or 319-286-5734.

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*NEW* WATERCOLOR MADE EASY

Adult

ACTIVITIES

*NEW* DIGITAL STORYTELLING WITH YOUR CAMERA (18+ yrs.)

Professional photographer/teacher Jim Messina will instruct you on basic exposure, equipment, composition, photo journalism and storytelling, You don’t need your own equipment to participate, but you may bring it. #303128-01 Tu 1/8-3/5 6-8:30pm $78 (R $70) NW Rec

*NEW* DRAWING FOR BEGINNERS WITH JEAN MURRAY

(18+ yrs.)

Absolutely no experience is needed for this class! Basic watercolor techniques will be taught in a relaxed and fun manner. You’ll receive a small supply list the first day of class. #303107-01 Tu 1/8-2/12 1:30-3:30pm #303107-02 Tu 2/26-4/2 1:30-3:30pm $49 (R $42) NW Rec

Guitar Classes Guitars are available for use at Northwest Recreation if needed.

(18+ yrs.)

Learn drawing basics: perspective, creative use of line, shading and more.

This class is open to beginners as well as advanced students. You’ll receive a supply list the first day of class.

INTRO TO GUITAR

#303108-01 Tu 1/8-2/12 10am-12pm $49 (R $42) NW Rec

9-15 years #318301-01 M 1/7-2/11 5:30-6:30pm $81 (R $73) NW Rec

*NEW* POP GOES THE EASEL: PAINTING WITH ACRYLICS (18+ yrs.)

Welcome to painting with acrylics, an art world full of versatility and bright, bold colors! You will learn the fundamentals of color and basic composition and how to paint thick and thin with brushes and a pallet knife. #303120-01 Tu 1/8-2/12 6-8pm #303120-02 Tu 2/26-4/2 6-8pm $49 (R $42) NW Rec

(9+ yrs.)

Have you ever wanted to learn to play guitar? Ken Arnell will teach you the basics and have you playing in two lessons. Get ready for hours of fun.

16+ years #318301-02 M 1/7-2/11 6:30-7:30pm $81 (R $73) NW Rec

GUITAR II (9+ yrs.)

Continue to improve your skills and learn more great songs in this advanced guitar class. Completion of Intro to Guitar is recommended. #318302-01 M 1/7-2/11 7:30-8:30pm $81 (R $73) NW Rec

OLD MACDONALD’S FARM BEVER PARK Old MacDonald’s Farm opens for the season on May 1, 2019. Birthday Parties and Group Tours are available after that date. Book early!

Call 319-286-5566 for more information and to schedule your party.

Call 319-286-5763 to schedule a group tour.

More at CRREC.org

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Dance *NEW* BASIC LINE DANCE FOR BEGINNERS BY SANDEE (18+ yrs.)

Get off your chair and join the other people on the dance floor! Learn the basic steps, terminology and combinations used in a variety of line dances.

Please wear sneakers; boots are not necessary. #305207-01 M 1/7-2/11 6-7pm #305207-02 M 2/25-4/8* 6-7pm $52 (R $45) / person NW Rec *No class 3/18

FUN BASICS BELLY DANCE (18+ yrs.)

Learn the most popular movements and step combinations used in modern belly dance. In addition to captivating movements and isolations, you will learn some of the history and origins of this art form and about the culture that brought it to this country.

It is important to become proficient at this level before going on to the intermediate level. SanDee will help you decide when you’re ready. You may continue taking this class along with the next level. #305204-01 M 1/7-2/11 7-8pm #305204-02 M 2/25-4/8* 7-8pm #305204-03 M 4/15-5/13 7-8pm $52 (R $45) NW Rec *No class 3/18

INTERMEDIATE BELLY DANCE PERFORMERS (18+ yrs.)

Do you like to perform and have the basics under your “belt?” This class will focus on performing in costume (veils, finger cymbals, props). Learn stage direction, group choreography, costuming, make-up and how to perform with personality and charm. Costumes are needed for performances.

At least two sessions of Fun Basics and pre-approval by SanDee are required to register for this class. You may sign up for both classes. Performing is encouraged, not mandatory. #305205-01 M 1/7-2/11 8-9pm #305205-02 M 2/25-4/8* 8-9pm #305205-03 M 4/15-5/13 8-9pm $52 (R $45) NW Rec *No class 3/18

aMEDITATION

Fitness

a*NEW* CANDLELIGHT YOGA

#314109-01 Tu 1/8 6-7pm #314109-02 Tu 1/22 6-7pm #314109-03 Tu 2/12 6-7pm #314109-04 Tu 2/26 6-7pm $11 (R $10) Advance, $13 (R $12) at Door Ushers Ferry Lodge

KARATE (6+ yrs.)

Improve yourself with the traditional Okinawan martial art of Ryukyu Kempo. Gain confidence and self-discipline, learn self-defense and improve your physical health.

6-11 years #318108-01 Tu/Th 1/3-1/31 #318108-02 Tu/Th 2/5-2/28 #318108-03 Tu/Th 3/5-3/28 #318108-04 Tu/Th 4/2-4/30 $65 (R $57) NW Rec

6-7pm 6-7pm 6-7pm 6-7pm

#318125-01 Sa 2/9 $15 (R $14) NW Rec

(16+ yrs.)

Maintain your good health by treating common ailments like headache, stiff neck and indigestion using reflex points. Reflexology, a widely accepted alternative healing practice, uses reflex points in the feet, hands and ears. #318120-01 Sa 3/2 $15 (R $14) NW Rec

9:30-11am

9:30-11am

ACTIVITIES

(13+ yrs.)

Soothe your mind and body during the darkness of winter. Unwind in a peaceful space lit by flickering candlelight while you nurture your mind, body and soul and bring balance to your busy life. This soothing, therapeutic class is for stress reduction and relaxation. All levels are welcome.

Bring your own mat and eye pillow or rent them for $2 each.

aREFLEXOLOGY

(16+ yrs.)

Whether you are new to meditation or have been practicing for years, this class is for you! Learn new types of meditation and imagery that are simple to learn, don’t require a large time commitment and are easy to incorporate into your day.

& GUIDED aMEDITATION IMAGERY (16+ yrs.)

Learn and practice imagery techniques to help with health conditions and for meditation. Explore color, objects and nature images to use in your daily life. #318126-01 Sa 2/16 $15 (R $14) NW Rec

9:30-11am

aSTRESS BUSTER

aHEAD & NECK MASSAGE

(16+ yrs.)

Learn to give and receive an easy massage and techniques to use on yourself. Focus will be on the parts of the body that carry a great deal of tension and stress - head, neck, face, shoulders. Bring lotion or cream if you’d like (no oils). #318122-01 Sa 2/23 $15 (R $14) NW Rec

9:30-11am

12+ years #318109-01 Th 1/3-1/31 7-8pm #318109-02 Th 2/7-2/28 7-8pm #318109-03 Th 3/7-3/28 7-8pm #318109-04 Th 4/4-4/25 7-8pm $39 (R $32) NW Rec

(16+ yrs.)

Reduce your stress with this great package deal: • Meditation • Meditation & Guided Imagery • Head & Neck Massage • Reflexology PLUS a free Yoga class! #318121-01 Sa 2/9-3/2 9:30-11am Plus FREE yoga class (Choose your time.

See Candlelight Yoga schedule.) $49 (R $42) NW Rec

*NEW* FUSION: POUND® + ZUMBA (16+ yrs.)

Looking for a new way to work out?

Sweat. Sculpt. Rock. Dance. Mix it up with Pound®, an energizing cardio jam session inspired by the fun of playing the drums, and Zumba, a Latin/world dance experience.

KYUDO RENMEI (16+ yrs.)

Kyudo is an art that has both martial and ceremonial influences and is prized as one of the oldest martial arts in Japan. This traditional form of archery uses an asymmetrical longbow, and emphasizes self-improvement and shooting as a group.

#318117-01 M #318117-02 M #318117-03 M #318117-04 M $42 (R $35)

#302303-01 Su 1/13-2/17 10am-12pm #302303-02 Su 3/3-4/7 10am-12pm $42 (R $35) NW Rec

REGISTRATION INFORMATION: PAGE 47

1/7-1/28 6-7pm 2/4-2/25 6-7pm 3/4-3/25 6-7pm 4/1-4/29 6-7pm Jones Golf Clubhouse

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It Happens

HERE!

NORTHWEST RECREATION CENTER

BUILDING HOURS: (See holiday exceptions below)

Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

1340 11th Street NW 319-286-5731

Saturday 12:00 - 6:00 p.m.

RECREATION CENTER ADMISSION

Sunday 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Enjoy access to the game room (billiards, foosball, table tennis) and the gym (basketball, volleyball) when available. Please note: Facility policy prohibits youth ages 6 and under from using the facility unless accompanied by an adult or in a program. An adult must accompany youth ages 17 and under after 7:00 p.m.

Admission Pass: Patrons fill out a form that provides emergency information and has a parent’s consent signature for those under age 18. Complete the form at CRREC.org. Replacement cards are $2.

Admission Fee: $1 Youth, $2 Adult, $1 Senior (60+), or Punch Pass (See below.)

Drop-In Programs Drop-in/open gym schedules are online at CRYouthSports.com or at the Northwest Recreation Center.

NW REC PUNCH PASS $20 Enjoy the convenience of a punch pass! Each pass has 20 punches with a value of $1 each. They are valid for all Open Gyms and Drop-In Programs.

Nonrefundable.

The center will be closed or have holiday hours on the following dates unless an event, program or rental has been arranged.

• November 22 (Thanksgiving Day) • November 23 (Thanksgiving Holiday) • December 24 (Christmas Eve) • December 25 (Christmas Day) • January 1 (New Year’s Day) • February 18 (Presidents’ Day) • April 19 (Good Friday) • April 21 (Easter Sunday) • May 27 (Memorial Day)

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ADULT PICKLEBALL (40+ yrs.)

Put together your own pickleball team on Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings! This fun paddle sport is for all skill levels, easy to learn and as competitive as you’d like. Please call ahead, 319-286-5731.

M, W, F 1/2-5/31* 8-11am $1/morning or punch pass NW Rec *Closed 2/18, 4/19, 5/27

DROP-IN OPEN GYM/ GAME ROOM The gym and game area (billiards, foosball, table tennis) at Northwest Recreation are open for drop-ins during unscheduled gym times. Go to CRYouthSports.com for the monthly schedule.

aSILVER & GOLD CLUB

(50+ yrs.)

Drop by Northwest Recreation, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday year-round for coffee, cards, bingo, and board games.

Bring a lunch or sign up for a meal by Horizons if you arrive by 9:45 a.m.

Monday - Euchre Tuesday - Bingo & Board Games Wednesday - Double Deck Pinochle Friday - Double Deck Pinochle M, Tu, W, F Year-round 9:30am-2pm FREE

NW Rec

WALKING CLUB (50+ yrs.)

Drop by and walk indoors in the gym at Northwest Recreation Center until the weather turns nice again.

M-Th 1/2-5/31* 7:30-8:30am $1/morning or punch pass NW Rec *Closed 2/18, 5/27

WWW.CRREC.ORG | PHONE: 319-286-5566

SPECIAL POPULATIONS The activities below are for those with disabilities. Friends, family members and the general public are also welcome. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to register for any program that Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation offers. *NEW* CELEBRATE SPECIAL OLYMPICS WITH CEDAR RAPIDS ROUGH RIDERS

Activities HOLIDAY DANCE (All Ages) Celebrate the holiday season with a dance! Put on your party hat and join friends old and new.

F 12/14 7-9pm $5/person Ushers Ferry Lodge

HOUSE ON THE ROCK CHRISTMAS TRIP (16+ yrs.)

See the House on the Rock transformed into a holiday wonderland.

The fee covers transportation and admission. Lunch is not included.

(8+ yrs.)

The Riders are taking on Team USA! Special Olympians, coaches, parents, friends and staff get FREE admission to the game if they’re wearing a Special Olympics T-shirt or medal.

Come cheer on the Rough Riders and celebrate the accomplishments of the Special Olympics athletes.

F FREE

3/15 7:05-10pm Cedar Rapids Ice Arena

*NEW* SPECIAL OLYMPICS GYMNASTICS (8+ yrs.)

Learn the basics of gymnastics: floor, vault and beam. This program teaches spatial awareness and improves fine and gross motor skills. Competition is March 9 in Iowa City.

Sa FREE

1/3-3/7 7-7:45pm Somersaults, 930 27th Ave. SW

Other Special Olympics Sports AQUATICS (8+ yrs.)

Sports

#308703-01 Sa 12/15 8am-5pm $63 (R $55) Depart/Return: NW Rec

POWER WHEELCHAIR SOCCER

JORDAN CREEK MALL TRIP (16+ yrs.)

Shop ‘til you drop at over 160 stores.

The fee covers transportation only. #308706-01 Sa 2/16 8am-6pm $63 (R $55) Depart/Return: NW Rec

(5+ yrs.)

This sport was the first competitive sport adapted specifically for power wheelchairs. Two teams, each with four players, take turns attacking, defending and spin-kicking a 13-inch ball. Footguards are provided. #308510-01 M 3/25-5/13 6-7pm $41 (R $34) NW Rec

Practices: Th, begin 2/14, 7:30-8:30pm Bender Pool

BOCCE (8+ yrs.)

Practices: M, 3/11-5/20, 6-7:30pm Bever Park State competition: 5/24

POWER LIFTING (14+ yrs.)

Practices: Sa, begin 1/5, 10:30am-12pm Anvil Gym, 925 Metzger Dr., Hiawatha State competition: Iowa City, 3/9

SIX PERSON SOCCER TEAM (8+ yrs.)

ADA MODIFICATIONS Reasonable modifications are made for those who meet the essential eligibility requirements for participation in recreational programs. If you need modifications, send a written request stating what you require at least two weeks prior to the program to: Angie Cole, Recreation Superintendent, City Services Center, 500 15th Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 Email: a.cole@cedar-rapids.org Questions: Contact Robert Wagner, 319-286-5799 REGISTRATION INFORMATION: PAGE 47

Practices: W, 3/13-5/22, 5-6pm Jones Park

UNIFIED & INDIVIDUAL TENNIS (8+ yrs.)

Practices: W, begin 3/13, 7:30-8:30pm Westfield Tennis Club

TRACK & FIELD TIME TRIALS (8+ yrs.)

Time Trials: W, 3/2, 7-9pm Practices: W, begin 3/16, 7-9pm Jefferson High School

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SPORTS Adult Summer Softball Leagues Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation will offer summer adult softball leagues starting in May 2019. Adult Softball information will be available in early March 2019 on our softball website: CRYouthSports.com For more information about Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation Adult Softball programs, contact Mike K. O’Neill at 319-286-5743.

Blastball/Baseball/Softball/T-Ball INDOOR BLASTBALL (3-4 yrs. with Adult) Must be age 3 by 1/19 and not turn age 5 by 2/16.

Learn baseball basics in this game for beginners. Parents partner with their child to practice skills and play the game. No gloves needed. A foam bat and ball will be used.

Register by 1/4. #311104-02 Sa 1/19-2/16 8:30-9:15am $45 (R $38) includes cap/shirt NW Rec

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BASEBALL, SOFTBALL & T-BALL TRAINING DAYS (4-12 yrs.) Must be age 4 by start date.

Spring training is here! Work on all aspects of the game in these one-day instructional camps that will improve your hitting, throwing, fielding and running skills. Register for one day or for all three. Registration ends one week before each camp.

Baseball - 6-10 years #311101-01 F 4/12 6:30-7:30pm $9 (R $8) Noelridge #311101-02 W 5/1 6:30-7:30pm $9 (R $8) Van Vechten #311101-03 F 5/17 6:30-7:30pm $9 (R $8) Noelridge Softball - 7-12 years #311201-01 F 4/12 6:30-7:30pm $9 (R $8) Noelridge #311201-02 W 5/1 6:30-7:30pm $9 (R $8) Van Vechten #311201-03 F 5/17 6:30-7:30pm $9 (R $8) Noelridge T-Ball - 4-6 years #311103-01 F 4/12 5:30-6:15pm $9 (R $8) Noelridge #311103-02 W 5/1 5:30-6:15pm $9 (R $8) Van Vechten #311103-03 F 5/17 5:30-6:15pm $9 (R $8) Noelridge

Basketball ADULT BASKETBALL OPEN GYM (18+ yrs.)

Come shoot some hoops! The gym is open for adult basketball players only. More times and locations are at CRYouthSports.com.

Su year-round 8-10am $5/day or punch pass Location varies: Kennedy or Washington HS

ADULT GYM PUNCH PASS $30 Enjoy the convenience of a punch pass! Each pass has six punches with a value of $5 each.

Nonrefundable/nontransferable.

ADULT BASKETBALL (17+ yrs.)

Join this league for all skill sets with paid officials. Play one game per week on Sunday, Monday or Thursday.

Register for a specific team or ask to be placed on a random team.

Register by 1/11. #302202-01 Su/M/Th 2/3-3/24 Su: 4-10pm, M/Th: 7-10pm $46 (R $39) NW Rec

WWW.CRREC.ORG | PHONE: 319-286-5566

HOOP IT UP BASKETBALL

BECOME A YOUTH SPORTS SPONSOR!

Whether you are interested in an exclusive sponsorship opportunity as an expression of your company’s values or would like to sponsor your child’s team in order to raise the profile of your company – we have just the package for you. No matter which sponsorship package you choose, we promise you will receive the attention, recognition, and publicity that you deserve for your sponsorship.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: CONTACT ANGIE TURNER 319-286-5744 OR A.TURNER@CEDAR-RAPIDS.ORG

4-5 years (45 minute practices or games) #311301-01 Sa 1/19-3/2 9-9:45am $49 (R $42) includes shirt Gibson #311301-03 W 1/16-2/27 5:30-6:15pm $49 (R $42) includes shirt NW Rec 6-7 years (1 hour practices or games) #311302-01 $55 (R $48) jersey not included #311302-02 $70 (R $62) jersey included M/F 1/28-3/1 5:45-6:45pm Gibson #311302-03 $55 (R $48) jersey not included #311302-04 $70 (R $62) jersey included Tu/Th 1/22-2/21 5:30-6:30pm NW Rec 8-9 years (1 hour practices or games) #311304-01 $55 (R $48) jersey not included #311304-02 $70 (R $62) jersey included M/F 1/28-3/1 6:50-7:50pm Gibson 10-12 years (1 hour practices or games) #311305-01 $55 (R $48) jersey not included #311305-02 $70 (R $62) jersey included W/Sa 1/23-2/23

W: 6:30-7:30pm, Sa: 9:30-10:30am NW Rec

Football ADULT FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE

PARENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR YOUTH SPORTS! Parent volunteer coaches are needed for each youth sport.

The Department will provide field supervisors to assist the parents coaching the teams. A handbook and training are provided. Parents may request to coach with ONE other parent. If you are interested, fill out the volunteer application online: CRYouthSports.com FOR MORE INFORMATION: A.TURNER@CEDAR-RAPIDS.ORG

(18+ yrs.)

Put your team together for no-contact, 5-on-5 flag football with a five-game season plus a post-season tournament.

Register by 3/29. #302105-01 Su 4/7-5/19* 12-4pm $150/team (includes fee for official) Cleveland Park *No program 4/21, 5/12

(6-10 yrs.)

Learn football fundamentals in this fun, instructional, low-contact league with shirts, footballs, and flag belts.

One-hour practices/games. The first Saturday will be a practice. Meet at the pavilion. Register by 3/29.

6-7 years #311401-01 Tu/Sa 4/9-5/11

Tu: 5:30-6:30pm, Sa: 9-10am $60 (R $52) includes shirt Cleveland Park

SPORTS

Spotlight your business or organization while supporting our youth.

Your sponsorship enables our department to further its mission of championing and enriching the lives of our youth through active and healthy lifestyles.

(4-12 yrs.) Must be age 4 by start date.

Learn the fundamentals of basketball and play games. Register by 1/8.

YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL

8-10 years #311402-01 Tu/Sa 4/9-5/11 Tu: 6:40-7:40pm, Sa: 10:15-11:15am $60 (R $52) includes shirt Cleveland Park

*NEW* HUDDLE-UP FOOTBALL (4-5 yrs.) Must be age 4 by start date.

Learn the basics of throwing, catching, hand-offs, stances, offense, defense, and scrimmage in a fun, non-competitive atmosphere. Register by 3/29. #311404-01 Sa $44 (R $37) #311404-02 Sa $44 (R $37)

4/13-5/11 9-9:45am Cleveland Park 4/13-5/11 10-10:45am Cleveland Park

FOOTBALL SKILLS (6-10 yrs.)

Focus on fundamentals and perform different skills and drills each week.

No games. Register by 2/1.

6-7 years #311406-01 Sa 2/16-3/9 10-10:45am $24 (R $20) includes shirt Gibson 8-10 years #311406-02 Sa 2/16-3/9 11-11:45am $24 (R $20) includes shirt Gibson

Kickball ADULT SNOW KICKBALL TOURNAMENT

WEATHER

CANCELLATION

HOTLINE 319-286-5700 REGISTRATION INFORMATION: PAGE 47

(17+ yrs.)

Play the game you enjoyed as a kid with an added twist - SNOW! Coed teams consist of 10-12 players with a ratio of 1 woman to 3 men per team.

Standard softball rules apply. Managers’ meeting: 1/18. Register by 1/11. #302104-01 Sa 1/19 9am $114/team Noelridge

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SPORTS

Explore the world of sports through interactive games, drills and age appropriate instruction.

Cedar Rapids Parks and Recreation in partnership with Eichhorn Recreation LLC is excited to bring Little Sports Torts® to the Northwest Recreation Center. *NEW* TENNIS

*NEW* BASKETBALL (3-4 yrs.) Must be age 3 by start date.

Learn to shoot, dribble, pass and defend.

(3-4 yrs.) Must be age 3 by start date.

Develop racquet and ball control to help hit the ball.

(3-4 yrs.) Must be age 3 by start date.

Learn how to run the bases, hit the ball, field and throw.

#311108-01 F 1/4-2/1 11:30am-12pm $63 (R $55) includes shirt NW Rec

#311108-02 F 2/8-3/8 11:30am-12pm $63 (R $55) includes shirt NW Rec

#311108-03 F 4/5-5/3 11:30am-12pm $63 (R $55) includes shirt NW Rec

Soccer

Tennis

YOUTH INDOOR SOCCER SKILLS (4-10 yrs.) Must be age 4 by start date.

Build your soccer skills in this indoor practice program. Learn the basics and improve your skills with drills and mini games. No games will be played.

Register by 1/8.

4-5 years #311506-01 Sa 1/19-2/9 10-10:45am $24 (R $20) includes shirt Gibson

OUTDOOR SOCCER (4-10 yrs.) Must be age 4 by start date.

Learn the basics of soccer and play fun games in this instructional program.

A schedule of games and times will be handed out the first day.

Register by 3/29.

4-5 years #311501-01 M 4/8-5/20 5:30-6:15pm $49 (R $42) includes shirt Van Vechten #311501-02 Th 4/11-5/23 5:30-6:15pm $49 (R $42) includes shirt Noelridge* *Horseshoe Pits off Golf Street 6-7 years #311502-02 M/Th 4/8-5/9 6:30-7:30pm $58 (R $50) includes shirt Noelridge* *Horseshoe Pits off Golf Street 8-10 years #311503-01 M/Th 4/8-5/9 6:30-7:30pm $58 (R $50) includes shirt Noelridge* *Horseshoe Pits off Golf Street

YOUTH LESSONS These lessons use the USTA QuickStart format. Classes are coordinated by Westfield Tennis Club professionals. To register, call 319-286-5566.

Questions? Call 319-396-7060.

LITTLE ACES TENNIS LESSONS (4-6 yrs.)

6-10 years #311507-01 Sa 1/19-2/9 11-11:45am $24 (R $20) includes shirt Gibson

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*NEW* T-BALL

#209101-07 M 11/26-12/17 4:15-5pm #209101-08 Sa 12/1-12/22 3:30-4:15pm #309101-01 M 1/7-1/28 4:15-5pm #309101-02 Sa 1/5-1/26 3:30-4:15pm #309101-03 M 2/4-2/25 4:15-5pm #309101-04 Sa 2/2-2/23 3:30-4:15pm #309101-05 M 3/4-3/25 4:15-5pm #309101-06 Sa 3/2-3/23 3:30-4:15pm #309101-07 M 4/1-4/22 4:15-5pm #309101-08 Sa 3/30-4/20 3:30-4:15pm #309101-09 M 4/29-5/20 4:15-5pm #309101-10 Sa 4/27-5/18 3:30-4:15pm $56 (R $49) Westfield Tennis Club, 3511 18th Ave. SW

HOT SHOTS TENNIS LESSONS (7-11 yrs.)

#209102-08 M 11/26-12/17 5-6pm #209102-07 Sa 12/1-12/22 4:30-5:30pm #309102-01 M 1/7-1/28 5-6pm #309102-02 Sa 1/5-1/26 4:30-5:30pm #309102-03 M 2/4-2/25 5-6pm #309102-04 Sa 2/2-2/23 4:30-5:30pm #309102-05 M 3/4-3/25 5-6pm #309102-06 Sa 3/2-3/23 4:30-5:30pm #309102-07 M 4/1-4/22 5-6pm #309102-08 Sa 3/30-4/20 4:30-5:30pm #309102-09 M 4/29-5/20 5-6pm #309102-10 Sa 4/27-5/18 4:30-5:30pm $56 (R $49) Westfield Tennis Club, 3511 18th Ave. SW

FUTURE STARS TENNIS LESSONS (12-16 yrs.)

#209103-04 M 11/26-12/17 6-7pm #309103-01 M 1/7-1/28 6-7pm #309103-02 M 2/4-2/25 6-7pm #309103-03 M 3/4-3/25 6-7pm #309103-04 M 4/1-4/22 6-7pm #309103-05 M 4/29-5/20 6-7 pm $56 (R $49) Westfield Tennis Club, 3511 18th Ave. SW

OLD CAPITOL OPEN Watch, volunteer or participate in this USA Ultimate Sanctioned Tournament sponsored by Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation and the Iowa Hawkeye Ultimate Club. High school and collegiate womens and mens open divisions are offered. For more information on how to participate, contact Angie Turner at a.turner@cedar-rapids.org or www.oldcapitolopen.com Sa-Su

3/30-3/31

Tuma Complex

WWW.CRREC.ORG | PHONE: 319-286-5566

Track FIELD GAMES

#311903-01 W 4/10-5/15 6-6:45pm $45 (R $38) includes shirt Cleveland Park

YOUTH TRACK CLUB (7-12 yrs.)

Learn the proper techniques and training methods for track and field events. Register by 3/29. #311905-01 W/F 4/10-5/10 5:30-6:30pm $58 (R $50) includes shirt Wilson Track

Volleyball ADULT VOLLEYBALL (18+ yrs.)

Love volleyball? Join our co-ed league with 8 weeks of play followed by a tournament. Grab your friends and register as a team or sign up as an open player and be assigned to a team. Register by 1/2. #302301-01 Team $170 #302301-02 Open Player $35 Tu 1/8-3/5 7-9pm NW Rec

JUNIOR VOLLEYBALL (8-12 yrs.)

Bump, set and spike your way to glory while learning the basics in fun and entertaining ways. Beginners as well as experienced players are welcome.

Register by 1/8.

SPORTS

(4-6 yrs.)

This program promotes sportsmanship and running with movement including jumping, leaping, chasing and fleeing games like tag, red lightgreen light, and obstacle courses.

Register by 3/29.

Beginner: 8-10 years #311901-01 Sa 1/19-3/2 8:30-9:30am $52 (R $45) includes shirt NW Rec 10-12 years #311901-02 Sa 1/19-3/2 9:45-10:45am 52 (R $45) includes shirt NW Rec

Ellis Clubhouse Open Year-round Administrative Office

Outings

City Services Center

Thinking of organizing a golf outing in 2019? Want to have a quality golf course, excellent service, free advice and all at a value rate? Our professional staff can help make your event of 20 to 150 players a success. Contact Mark McMahon, PGA Professional at m.mcmahon@cedar-rapids.org.

500 15th Avenue SW 319-286-5588

Golf Course Closings/Openings Courses will begin closing in early November. The courses close for the season when weather conditions are no longer conducive to golfing. All course openings and closings will be released to the newspaper and posted on our website: PlayCedarRapidsGolf.com

Ellis Clubhouse is open year-round for golf lessons, club fittings or hitting balls. A cross-country ski course is available on Ellis Golf Course, too, as well as on the courses at Jones and Twin Pines.

Gifts for the holidays are offered at the clubhouse. Choose from a variety of golf merchandise, gift cards or season passes.

Call our golf professionals for expert advice at 319-286-5589 or check the website for winter hours:

Ellis Holiday/Winter Hours NOV-DEC 22: MON-SAT, 9AM-4PM DEC 23-JAN 1: CLOSED SNOWMOBILES ARE NOT ALLOWED ON CITY GOLF COURSES OR PARKS

REGISTRATION INFORMATION: PAGE 47

JAN 2: 12-4PM JAN & FEB: MON-FRI, 9AM-4PM

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BENDER

INDOOR POOL

940 14th Avenue SE Cedar Rapids IA 52403 319-286-5790

Public Swims

Pool Maintenance Shutdown 3:00 p.m. November 30 through December 25 Reopens December 26

The public swim schedule below is in effect 12/26/18 through 3/29/19.

It is subject to change and may vary around the holidays, during school inservice days, for special activities, maintenance needs and other events.

ADULT 18+ SWIM Open swim for anyone age 18 or over.

M/W/F 1-3pm (No swim 2/18)

Bender Pool will be closed for Christmas Eve, December 24 Christmas Day, December 25 New Year’s Day, January 1 Presidents’ Day, February 18

HOLIDAY & SCHOOL BREAK SWIMS (All Ages) School’s Out! Enjoy an open swim at Bender Pool.

Easter Sunday, April 21 OPEN SWIM

Th Tu Th

(All Ages) Large inflatables will be in the pool on the first and third Friday of each month. The deep end is open the remaining Fridays. Food is not allowed.

Water toys, noodles, tubes, etc. are allowed crowd permitting.

LAP SWIM (15+ yrs.)

Take time for yourself and feel better after some laps. This is a good time for water walking. The baby pool will be closed, noodles will not be permitted.

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12/27 3/19 3/21

1-4pm 1-4pm 1-4pm

$5.25 or pass $5.25 or pass $5.25 or pass

OPEN KAYAK/CANOE PRACTICE

F 3:30-7:30pm Su 1-4pm

(No swim 3/24, 4/21) $5.25 or pass

M/W/F 11am-12:45pm

(No swim 1/1, 2/18) M/W 6:30-7:25pm

(No swim 1/1, 2/18) Sa 7:30-8:45am*

7-8:15am - Starting 2/16-5/11 Su 11:15am-12:45pm

(No swim 4/21) $5 or pass

$4.50 or pass

(10+ yrs.)

Practice your skills such as strokes and rolls in the controlled environment of Bender Pool in this drop-in program co-sponsored by Linn County Conservation. Experienced paddlers will be on hand to offer tips and suggestions. Bring your own equipment. (See CRREC.org for equipment requirements.) No registration required.

Su Su Su Su Su

11/18 1/13 1/27 2/10 2/24

4:30-6:30pm 4:30-6:30pm 4:30-6:30pm 4:30-6:30pm 4:30-6:30pm

$10 $10 $10 $10 $10

KAYAK & CANOE CLINIC Learn the basics of kayaking or canoeing or just practice your skills. More information will be available online at CRREC.org in the spring.

Su

3/24

Bender Pool

WWW.CRREC.ORG | PHONE: 319-286-5566

POOL ACCESSIBILITY Bender Pool is equipped with a hydraulic chair and sloping steps in addition to traditional pool ladders.

LOCKER ROOMS Locker rooms are equipped with showers, hair dryers, electrical outlets, and baby changing tables. Bring your own padlock or rent one. (You will be required to leave your I.D. at the desk when you rent a lock. It will be returned when you return the lock.)

Personal locks must be removed daily.

Parks & Recreation is not responsible for locks or for lost or stolen items.

GENERAL RULES: • Children ages 5 and under must be supervised by an adult within arm’s length.

• Youth ages 6-10 must be supervised by an adult or responsible person at least age 14.

• Children’s swimsuits with permanent built-in floats are permitted but not recommended.

Lifejackets and suits with removable floats are not permitted.

• Actual swim attire is required.

Fibers from street clothing damage the pool filter. (Sorry, no basketball shorts.)

• Swim diapers are required for children who are not toilet trained. They are available from the pool cashier for $1.

PHOTO I.D. SEASON PASSES Valid Sept. 4, 2018 - May 18, 2019

• Plastic photo I.D. cards will be reusable from one season to the next. Don’t throw them out, just renew them.

• Purchase passes through the Parks & Recreation Department at the NW Recreation Center, 1340 11th Street NW, or City Services Center, 500 15th Avenue SW. • Pass holders present cards for entry verification and then keep cards themselves while at the pool. The pool is not responsible for lost or stolen season passes.

• Pass may be revoked for pool rule infractions.

• Passes are nonrefundable and nontransferable.

CLASS MAXIMUMS When a class reaches the maximum of 30 people, participants who arrive after that may be asked to attend at another time.

WATER EXERCISE

AQUATHERAPY

(15+ yrs.)

Concentrate on stretching, strengthening, flexibility and range of motion exercises during an aerobic workout.

Drop-in program, preregistration is not required.

(15+ yrs.)

Exercise at your own pace in the comfort of warm water. Please make your own arrangements if you need assistance dressing or in the locker room. Anyone entering the water

M-F 12/26-3/29* 9-9:55am M/W 12/26-3/27* 5:30-6:25pm $5.25 or pass *No class 1/1, 2/18

M/W/F 12/26-3/29* 10-10:55am $4.25 or pass *No class 1/1, 2/18

SWIMMING

• You must bring your card with you to enter the facility.

Water Exercise

must pay.

BENDER POOL RENTALS Reserve the pool now for your party from December 28 through May 4. Large inflatables are also available for $60 per 2 hour block. Call 319-286-5566. Payment is required at the time when the rental reservation is made. Reservations must be made at least two weeks in advance of the date requested. Fees are non-refundable.

• Not all programs may be available even though the pass is valid.

PUNCH PASS This pass may be used by an individual, transferred to another person, or used by a family or group. No photo required. Pass expires on the 16th punch or May 18, 2019, whichever comes first. Purchase passes at NW Recreation Center or City Services Center (CSC). $72 Valid 9/4/18-5/18/19 Nonrefundable

INDIVIDUAL & SENIOR 60+ PASS May be used for water exercise, lap swims, open swims, adult swims and holiday swims.

Rental Times: Friday from 8:00 - 10:00 p.m.

Saturday from 1:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Sunday from 4:30 - 9:00 p.m.

Individual: $166 (R $156) Senior 60+: $140 (R $130) Valid 9/4/18-5/18/19 Nonrefundable, nontransferable

Rental Fees: 1-30 people....... $165/2 hour block 31-60 people..... $185/2 hour block 61-90 people..... $205/2 hour block 91-120 people... $225/2 hour block REGISTRATION INFORMATION: PAGE 47

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Lifeguard Classes AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD TRAINING (15+ yrs.)

Class begins at NW Rec. Successful completion results in certification as a lifeguard. Prerequisite skills test must be passed prior to the first day of class. Skills assessed will be 300 yd. continuous swim, timed 10 lb. brick retrieval, and 2 minutes treading water (no arms). Must be age 15 by the last day of class.

February Class (Register by 2/5) #304209-01 F-Su 2/8-2/10 $155 (R $145) NW Rec/Bender Pre-Test (Attend only one): Su 2/3 7-8pm Tu 2/5 7:30-8:30pm Class: F 2/8 5-10pm Sa 2/9 8am-9pm Su 2/10 8am-9pm March Class (Register by 3/19) #304209-02 Th-Sa 3/21-3/23 $155 (R $145) NW Rec/Bender Pre-Test (Attend only one): M 3/18 7:30-8:30pm Tu 3/19 7:30-8:30pm Class: Th 3/21 4-10pm F 3/22 3-10pm Sa 3/23 8am-10pm April Class (Register by 4/9) #304209-03 F-Su 4/12-4/14 $155 (R $145) NW Rec/Bender Pre-Test (Attend only one): Su 4/7 7-8pm Tu 4/9 7:30-8:30pm Class: F 4/12 5-10pm Sa 4/13 8am-9pm Su 4/14 8am-9pm May Class (Register by 5/7) #304209-04 Th-Su 5/9-5/12 $155 (R $145) NW Rec/Bender Pre-Test (Attend only one): Su 5/5 7-8pm Tu 5/7 7:30-8:30pm Class: Th 5/9 5-10pm F 5/10 3-10pm Sa 5/11 8am-9pm Su 5/12 8am-1pm

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LIFEGUARD INSTRUCTOR - LGI (17+ yrs.)

Successful completion of this class results in certification to teach lifeguarding materials. Participants must be 17 years of age by the end of the class.

The course includes AED Essentials, Oxygen Administration and Preventing Disease Transmission. Bring your pocket mask, suit and towel.

January Class (Register by 12/28) #304211-01 F-Su 1/4-1/6 $215 (R $205) NW Rec/Bender Class: F 1/4 5-10pm Sa 1/5 8am-9pm Su 1/6 8am-9pm

LIFEGUARD REVIEW (15+ yrs.)

Has it been two years since you last took a lifeguarding class? Demonstrate your knowledge and skill competency with little or no review. (Current lifeguard certifications are required.)

Successful completion of this class renews your lifeguard, first aid, CPR-P, and AED. Bring pocket mask, book, suit, and towel.

January Class (Register by 1/3) #304221-01 Sa 1/5 8am-8pm $96 (R $88) NW Rec/Bender February Class (Register by 2/7 #304221-02 Sa 2/9 8am-8pm $96 (R $88) NW Rec/Bender March Class (Register by 3/21) #304221-03 Sa 3/23 8am-8pm $96 (R $88) NW Rec/Bender April Class (Register by 4/11) #304221-04 Sa 4/13 8am-8pm $96 (R $88) NW Rec/Bender May Class (Register by 5/9) #304221-05 Sa 5/11 8am-8pm $96 (R $88) NW Rec/Bender

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WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR - WSI (16+ yrs.)

Successful completion of this class results in certification to teach all levels of swim lessons. Participants must attend all sessions and be 16 years of age by the end of the class.

February Class (Register by 1/28) #304212-01 F-Su 2/1-2/3 $180 (R $170) NW Rec/Bender Class: F 2/1 5-10pm Sa 2/2 8am-10pm Su 2/3 8am-9pm March Class (Register by 3/11) #304212-02 F-Su 3/15-3/17 $180 (R $170) NW Rec/Bender Class: F 3/15 5-10pm Sa 3/16 8am-10pm Su 3/17 8am-10pm April Class (Register by 4/22) #304212-03 F-Su 4/26-4/28 $180 (R $170) NW Rec/Bender Class: F 4/26 5-10pm Sa 4/27 8am-10pm Su 4/28 8am-9pm May Class (Register by 5/28) #304212-04 F-Su 5/31-6/2 $180 (R $170) NW Rec/Bender Class: F 5/31 5-10pm Sa 6/1 8am-10pm Su 6/2 8am-10pm

Lifeguarding is such a rewarding experience. I have met so many new people and friends and it’s great to be a part of a hard working team creating a safe environment for Cedar Rapids.”

- Sydney Maxa

WWW.CRREC.ORG | PHONE: 319-286-5566

Aquatic Programs ADULT LESSONS

#304215-01 M/W 1/7-1/23 7:30-8:20pm #304215-02 M/W 2/25-3/13 7:30-8:20pm $41 (R $34) Bender

TEEN/TWEEN GROUP LESSONS (11-14 yrs.)

It’s never too late to learn to swim!

This is the perfect class for kids ages 11-14 to learn basic swimming skills with others their own age. #304214-01 Sa 1/5-2/9 12-12:50pm $41 (R $34) Bender

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS (3+ yrs.)

Private (1 instructor/1 student) and semi-private (1 instructor/2 students of the same skill level) 30-minute lessons are available for kids or adults.

Call 286-5741 for day/time.

Private Lessons $41 (R $34)/lesson Semi-Private Lessons $46 (R $39)/lesson

Advanced registration is required.

Choose the session, then pick the level and time of the desired class.

Register using the corresponding number.

WITHDRAWALS, REFUNDS, TRANSFERS Withdrawals and transfers will be honored if they are made by 5pm the Wednesday before the first day of class. In all cases a $4 nonrefundable handling fee will be deducted from the refund. Once the Thursday before the first day of class arrives, refunds are not issued unless the program is cancelled by Parks & Recreation.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION See page 47 for registration information. On Friday before the session begins, limited registration may be available.

YOUTH SUPERVISION POLICY Children are supervised by staff during the scheduled class time only. Please make arrangements for your child before and after class.

CANCELLATIONS While every effort will be made, there are no guarantees that classes cancelled by Parks & Recreation will be made up. Make up times/days are subject to pool schedule.

SWIMMING

(15+ yrs.)

Wish you could swim better? This is the perfect opportunity for you to learn. Classes are for beginner level swimmers or those with minimal formal instruction.

SWIMMING LESSON INFORMATION

LOW/HIGH ENROLLMENT Classes not making the minimum enrollment may be cancelled. Maximums are not guaranteed.

AGE REQUIREMENT If your child turns the minimum age required within 30 days of the start of the program, they may be registered for that program unless an exception is noted otherwise.

HEALTH REQUIREMENT If your child is sick, he/she may not enter the water for two weeks after the last episode of diarrhea.

JOIN OUR TEAM CEDAR-RAPIDS.ORG

REGISTRATION INFORMATION: PAGE 47

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AMERICAN RED CROSS SWIMMING LESSONS PARENT/CHILD

a

PUDDLEJUMPERS

(Parent & Child 6 mos.-3 yrs.)

The purpose of this class is to expose the child to water adjustment skills.

Front kicking, underwater exploration, and entering and exiting the water will be covered. One parent per child.

SCHOOL AGE LEVELS Read each level carefully and compare the skills listed to those your child is currently able to perform. If you are certain that your child can complete the “TO PASS” skills, then register them for the next higher level if he/she is the appropriate age.

Note: In most cases, it will take a child more than one session of lessons to pass the level.

LEVEL 1 - INTRODUCTION TO WATER SKILLS (3-5 yrs.)

Must be age 3 by the first day of class.

Four year-olds who have passed a Level 1 class may go to Level 2 SKILLS INCLUDE: • • • •

Putting face/head under water Floating Blowing bubbles Gliding on front/back

TO PASS: • Enter independently, bob 5 times unassisted • Glide on front, roll to back and return to vertical (with support if needed) • Float on back

LEVEL 2 FUNDAMENTAL WATER SKILLS (5-10 yrs.)

Four year-olds may participate if they have passed Level 1 SKILLS INCLUDE: • • • •

Bobbing Floating unsupported Front/back glides Combined stroke unsupported

TO PASS: • Enter chest deep water, front float, roll to back float, return to vertical (Repeat starting with back float) • Swim using combined front stroke, roll to back and float 15 seconds, return to front and continue swimming LEVEL 3 STROKE DEVELOPMENT (5-10 yrs.) Must pass Level 2 SKILLS INCLUDE: • • • •

Front crawl stroke Rotary breathing Elementary backstroke Breast stroke/dolphin/scissors kicks • Treading • Sitting/kneeling dives TO PASS: • Jump into deep water, recover to surface, maintain position 1 minute by floating/treading, swim front crawl or elementary backstroke 25 yards, exit water • Swim front crawl 15 yards, change position and direction and swim elementary backstroke 15 yards, exit water

LEVEL 4 STROKE IMPROVEMENT (6-11 yrs.) Must pass Level 3 SKILLS INCLUDE: • Breast stroke • Side stroke • Back crawl • Butterfly • Dives from side • Open Turns TO PASS: • Perform feet-first entry into deep water, swim front crawl 25 yards, change direction and swim elementary backstroke 25 yards • Submerge and swim 3-5 body lengths under water • Swim breast stroke 15 yards, change direction and swim back crawl 15 yards LEVEL 5 - STROKE REFINEMENT (7-11 yrs.) Must pass Level 4 SKILLS INCLUDE: • Side stroke • Shallow dives • Flip turns • Survival float • Stroke refinement TO PASS: • Perform shallow dive into deep water, swim front crawl 50 yards, change direction and swim elementary backstroke 50 yards • Swim breast stroke 25 yards, change direction and swim back crawl 25 yards

IMPORTANT! If your child does not meet the age requirement, the computer will reject your registration and your child will not be enrolled. If your child turns the minimum age required within 30 days of the start of the program, he/she may register for that program. In this instance, you cannot register online. Call Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation, 319-286-5566.

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WWW.CRREC.ORG | PHONE: 319-286-5566

SWIMMING LESSONS SESSION DATES:

“C” 1/2-2/9 Weekday classes meet 11 times

“D” 2/11-3/16 (No class 2/18) Weekday classes meet 9 or 10 times

Saturday classes meet 6 times

“E” 3/25-5/4

Weekday classes meet 12 times

Saturday classes meet 5 times

Saturday classes meet 6 times

C

D

E

Level

Days

Times

C Fee

C Res. Fee

D Fee

D Res. Fee

E Fee

E Res. Fee

X

X

304208-13

Puddlejumpers

Tu/Th

10-10:30am

X

X

X

X

$44

$37

304208-02

304208-08

304208-14

Puddlejumpers

Tu/Th

5:40-6:10pm

$41

$34

$38

$31

$44

$37

304208-03

304208-09

304208-15

Puddlejumpers

Tu/Th

6:50-7:20pm

$41

$34

$38

$31

$44

$37

X

304208-10

304208-16

Puddlejumpers

Sa

9:10-9:40am

X

X

$26

$22

$33

$26

304208-04

X

X

Puddlejumpers

Sa

9:35-10:05am

$33

$26

X

X

X

X

304208-05

X

X

Puddlejumpers

Sa

10:45-11:15am

$33

$26

X

X

X

X

X

304208-11

304208-17

Puddlejumpers

Sa

11:10-11:40am

X

X

$26

$22

$33

$26

304208-06

X

X

Puddlejumpers

Sa

11:20-11:50am

$33

$26

X

X

X

X

X

304208-12

304208-18

Puddlejumpers

Sa

11:50am-12:20pm

X

X

$26

$22

$33

$26

304201-01

304201-14

304201-28

Level 1

M/W

4:15-4:45pm

$41

$34

$35

$28

$44

$37

304201-02

304201-15

304201-29

Level 1

M/W

4:50-5:20pm

$41

$34

$35

$28

$44

$37

304201-04

304201-17

304201-31

Level 1

Tu/Th

4:30-5pm

$41

$34

$38

$31

$44

$37

304201-05

304201-18

304201-32

Level 1

Tu/Th

5:05-5:35pm

$41

$34

$38

$31

$44

$37

304201-06

304201-19

304201-33

Level 1

Tu/Th

5:40-6:10pm

$41

$34

$38

$31

$44

$37

304201-07

304201-20

304201-34

Level 1

Tu/Th

6:15-6:45pm

$41

$34

$38

$31

$44

$37

304201-08

304201-21

304201-35

Level 1

Tu/Th

6:50-7:20pm

$41

$34

$38

$31

$44

$37

X

304201-22

304201-36

Level 1

Sa

8:30-9am

X

X

$26

$22

$33

$26

304201-09

X

X

Level 1

Sa

9-9:30am

$33

$26

X

X

X

X $26

X

304201-23

304201-37

Level 1

Sa

9:10-9:40am

X

X

$26

$22

$33

304201-10

X

X

Level 1

Sa

9:35-10:05am

$33

$26

X

X

X

X

X

304201-24

304201-38

Level 1

Sa

9:50-10:20am

X

X

$26

$22

$33

$26

304201-11

X

X

Level 1

Sa

10:10-10:40am

$33

$26

X

X

X

X

X

304201-25

304201-39

Level 1

Sa

10:30-11am

X

X

$26

$22

$33

$26

304201-12

X

X

Level 1

Sa

10:45-11:15am

$33

$26

X

X

X

X

X

304201-26

304201-40

Level 1

Sa

11:10-11:40am

X

X

$26

$22

$33

$26

304201-13

X

X

Level 1

Sa

11:20-11:50am

$33

$26

X

X

X

X

X

304201-27

304201-41

Level 1

Sa

11:50am-12:20pm

X

X

$26

$22

$33

$26

REGISTRATION INFORMATION: PAGE 47

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SESSION DATES:

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“C” 1/2-2/9 Weekday classes meet 11 times

“D” 2/11-3/16 (No class 2/18) Weekday classes meet 9 or 10 times

Saturday classes meet 6 times

Saturday classes meet 5 times

“E” 3/25-5/4

Weekday classes meet 12 times Saturday classes meet 6 times

C

D

E

Level

Days

Times

C Fee

C Res. Fee

D Fee

D Res. Fee

E Fee

E Res. Fee

304202-01

304202-08

304202-16

Level 2

M/W

4:30-5:20pm

$51

$44

$43

$36

$55

$48

304202-02

304202-09

304202-17

Level 2

Tu/Th

4:30-5:20pm

$51

$44

$47

$40

$55

$48

304202-03

304202-10

304202-18

Level 2

Tu/Th

5:30-6:20pm

$51

$44

$47

$40

$55

$48

304202-04

304202-11

304202-19

Level 2

Tu/Th

6:30-7:20pm

$51

$44

$47

$40

$55

$48 $34

X

304202-12

304202-20

Level 2

Sa

8:30-9:20am

X

X

$35

$28

$41

304202-05

X

X

Level 2

Sa

9-9:50am

$41

$34

X

X

X

X

X

304202-13

304202-21

Level 2

Sa

9:30-10:20am

X

X

$35

$28

$41

$34

304202-06

X

X

Level 2

Sa

10-10:50am

$41

$34

X

X

X

X

X

304202-14

304202-22

Level 2

Sa

10:30-11:20am

X

X

$35

$28

$41

$34

304202-07

X

X

Level 2

Sa

11-11:50am

$41

$34

X

X

X

X

X

304202-15

304202-23

Level 2

Sa

11:30am-12:20pm

X

X

$35

$28

$41

$34

304203-01

304203-08

304203-16

Level 3

M/W

4:30-5:20pm

$51

$44

$43

$36

$55

$48

304203-02

304203-09

304203-17

Level 3

Tu/Th

4:30-5:20pm

$51

$44

$47

$40

$55

$48

304203-03

304203-10

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WWW.CRREC.ORG | PHONE: 319-286-5566

YOUR PARKS

Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation manages 96 parks and trails on 4,171 acres of land. In addition to urban parks of all sizes, there are many acres reserved for park expansion and flood control. Use our online Parks Finder to locate a park and view its amenities at http://bit.ly/crparks.

a Off-Leash

Noelridge Greenhouse

Dog Parks

TOURS The Friends of Noelridge offer regular FREE guided tours of the greenhouse for groups of five or more. Tours for specific age groups, adults or children, will generally last one hour.

To register for a tour, contact Kristie Benzine, k.benzine@cedar-rapids.org.

Please include number attending, general age, and preferred date. For special requests, call 319-286-5762.

The City operates two off-leash parks.

Cheyenne Off-Leash Dog Park is located on Cedar Bend Lane SW, off Old River Road and K9 Acres is located in Squaw Creek Park at 5200 Golf Course Road, Marion.

Permits are $33/year with up to $10 in discounts. Permits are required to use these facilities. Purchase them online at CRREC.org, by phone (319-2865566) or in person at:

GREENHOUSE VOLUNTEERS Volunteer opportunities are available at the greenhouse beginning January

Parks & Recreation Dept.

City Services Center (CSC) 500 15th Avenue SW Weekdays, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

1. Call Diane Stevens at 319-845-2050.

- or Northwest Recreation Center 1340 11th Street NW Weekdays, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

A rabies tag number is required when purchasing a permit. See k9cola.org for details.

WINTER SPORTS

HOTLINE 319-286-5700

Daily Passes (for those who want to try the park or are just in the area for a short time) may be purchased for $6/day. Buy them online, by phone or in person at the locations above.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION: PAGE 47

Sledding Hill Sledding hills are located at Bowman, Jones and Shawnee Parks. They open when enough snow accumulates to completely cover the hills. Please observe the Safe Sledding Tips posted at the parks and at CRREC.org.

Cross-Country Ski Trails Cross-country (Nordic) ski on a trail near your home, or venture out to enjoy trails throughout the city. Trails are located at Cherry Hill Park, Ellis Golf Course, Jones Golf Course, Twin Pines Golf Course, and the Sac and Fox Trail. They are opened, marked, and groomed when a solid base of heavy snow 6 inches deep is achieved.

Call the Winter Sports Hotline for trail openings and conditions.

aTrails Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation maintains a variety of hard surface and crushed limestone recreational trails. If you make a complete tour of all the park trails, you will travel over 29 miles. Visit LinnCountyTrails.org for trail maps.

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Facility Rental BENDER POOL Reserve the pool now for your party from December 28 - May 4. Large inflatables are also available for $60 per 2 hour block.

Call 319-286-5566. Payment is required at the time when the reservation is made. Reservations must be made at least two weeks in advance of the date requested. Fees are non-refundable.

Rental Times: Friday from 8:00 - 10:00 p.m.

Saturday from 1:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Sunday from 4:30 - 9:00 p.m.

Rental Fees: 1-30 people........... $165/2 hour block 31-60 people......... $185/2 hour block 61-90 people......... $205/2 hour block 91-120 people....... $225/2 hour block USHERS FERRY HISTORIC VILLAGE/ USHERS FERRY LODGE The Ushers Ferry Lodge as well as the gazebo, houses and grounds at the village are available for rental. Call 319-286-5763 or go to UFHV.com for more information.

WEDDING RENTALS • Ellis Shakespeare Garden • Noelridge Flower Gardens • Ushers Ferry Historic Village • Ushers Ferry Lodge For more information about renting the above facilities, call 319-286-5763 or go to UFHV.com.

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Garden Plot Rental

Park Pavilion Rental

Garden plots are available to rent to new gardeners beginning at 8:00 a.m. on March 6 at:

Rent one of 24 pavilions in the City parks up to one year in advance of the intended use date. The first date for pavilion rental in the spring is May 4, 2019. They are rented for two use periods: 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. and 4:009:00 p.m. Sizes range from 6-40 tables.

Rates vary based on size.

Northwest Recreation Center 1340 11th Street NW Registrations must be made in person.

Plots are available at: • Ellis Park (Robbins Lake area) • Tuma (County Home Road NE) • Squaw Creek Park (North of Gardner Golf Course)

Call 319-286-5566, Monday through Friday, between 7:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. for more information. See pavilions and their features at CRREC.org.

NW RECREATION CENTER ROOM RENTAL TIMES AND FEES (Includes setup and clean up time) WEEKDAYS Full Gym $60/hr Community Room $30/hr, $75/3 hr Activity Room $25/hr, $55/3 hr WEEKENDS Gym Community Room Activity Room

Half Equipment Fees $40/hr $25/hr, $60/3 hr $15 for projector/screen

Full Half Equipment Fees $75/hr $55/hr $35/hr, $85/3 hr $30/hr, $65/3 hr $15 for projector/screen $25/hr, $55/3 hr

Reservations are taken year-round in person at the Northwest Recreation Center. A $100 deposit is required to rent the community room and gym. The deposit will be returned after the room is inspected at the end of the event.

Private after hour rentals are available for family gatherings, corporate parties, or other groups wishing to entertain at the Northwest Recreation Center. To talk about your event needs, contact the center at 319-286-5731 during normal business hours.

WWW.CRREC.ORG | PHONE: 319-286-5566

Administrative Office.... 319-286-5566 Weekdays: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Aquatics Office.............. 319-286-5741 Weekdays: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Bender Pool................... 319-286-5790 During programmed hours City Services Center...... 319-286-5566 Weekdays: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Golf Office (CSC)............ 319-286-5588 Weekdays: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

NW Recreation Center.. 319-286-5731 Weekdays: 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Saturdays: 12:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Sundays: 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Pavilion Rental............... 319-286-5566 Weekdays: 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

REGISTRATION GUIDELINES • Payment must be received to register for a program.

• The Department reserves the right to cancel or consolidate classes based on registration. A full refund is issued for all cancelled classes. Minimum and maximum class sizes are utilized.

• Waiting lists are established when classes are full. Additional classes may be offered if the minimum enrollment is reached and facility space is available.

• Fees will not be prorated.

• Registration is required prior to the start of class, unless noted.

• A youth waiver is required for every participant under age 17.

REGISTRATION

PARKS & RECREATION FACILITY HOURS AND PHONE NUMBERS

• A $4 nonrefundable handling charge will be deducted from the refund of each class when an enrollee withdraws prior to the first day of class. Once the first day of class arrives, refunds are not issued unless the class or program is cancelled by Parks & Recreation. Swimming exception: See page 41.

• If your child turns the minimum age required within 30 days of the start of the program, they may register for that program unless noted otherwise.

• Web registration is available up to the day prior to the start of the class or session or the registration deadline date.

Ushers Ferry.................. 319-286-5763 During programmed hours

DISCOUNTS Financial Assistance Program A discount is available for those who qualify on recreational programs and swim passes.

Please call 319-286-5566 between 7:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. for more information on guidelines and the qualification process.

Resident Those who reside in a zip code with 524 as the first three numbers receive a discount for programs and swim passes.

T-SHIRT SIZES Youth Sizes:

Adult Sizes:

YXS = 2-4 YS = 6-8 YM = 10-12 YL = 14-16 S, M, L

I want to register; now what do I do?

GO ONLINE - Our improved process is convenient and easy!

Log on to CRREC.org. Click on the Online Registration link. Log on and follow the directions provided. The first time you use the system your user name is your household I.D. number and your password is the primary adult’s last name (up to twelve characters, not case sensitive). Online registration is processed 24 hours a day with credit card payment up to the day prior to the start of the class or session or the registration deadline date.

CALL US Weekdays from 7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Call 319-286-5566. Your registration will be processed by a customer service representative while you wait. Credit card payment only.

WALK IN Stop by one of our two locations below. Cash, check, Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation gift certificates, Discover, MasterCard and Visa accepted.

MAIL IN Fill out the form (available online at CRREC.org) and mail it to us with your check or money order at: Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation Northwest Recreation Center City Services Center (CSC) 1340 11th Street NW

[or] 500 15th Avenue SW Cedar Rapids, IA 52405

Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

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