Commission Update

COMMISSIONERS:

Benjy Cooke, Chair

Lisa King Mattese Lecque, Vice Chair

Wesley Lybrand Andy Thomas, Secretary-Treasurer

Ravi Sanyal

Tom O’Rourke, Executive Director

Commission Update

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August 13, 2014

Commission Meeting – Monday, August 18th, 2014, 5:30pm – CCPRC Headquarters

Commission Meeting Highlights

AGENDA REVIEW

 Public Comments – I think there will probably be an official statement by Pour It Now relating to the official letter they sent to the Commission last week. They emailed it to the CCPRC accounts. I have attached a copy for your review.

 We have two visitors that we would like to introduce to the Commission. The first is a lifeguard who, when not on duty, rescued a person in the Charleston Harbor. The person that they rescued sent me a letter of thanks and we would like to have the Commission recognize this employee for her valiant efforts. The second guest is a High School student from Academic Magnet High School who did her four year project on the effects of getting children out into the outdoors at an early age. She used CCPRC and our environmental programming staff to assist her with her project. I asked her to inform the Commission of her findings.

 There will be an agenda item labeled, simply, Skate Board Park. When this item comes up I will inform the Commission of a contractual matter involving the skatepark and would recommend going into Executive Session. At that time we will ask Mayor Riley to accompany us to the BACK conference room, (Conference Room West.)

861 Riverland Drive  Charleston, South Carolina 29412  (843) 762-2172  FAX (843) 762-2683

CHARLESTON COUNTY PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING 861 RIVERLAND DRIVE, CHARLESTON, SC, 29412 MONDAY, AUGUST 18, 2014

AGENDA I. Call To Order And Welcome Cooke

A. Introduction of Guests and Notification to Media

II. Public Comments

III. Approval of Minutes Cooke

A. (ACTION) Approval of minutes of July 21, 2014 Regular Commission Meeting B. (ACTION) Approval of minutes of August 14, 2014 Special Commission Meeting

IV. Old Business

A. Skate Board Park O’Rourke

B. CFO Hire Status Report O’Rourke

V. New Business

A. Administrative Services Report Bowie 1. Status Report 2. (ACTION) Soft Drink Product, Equipment, Services and Sponsorship Contract Approval 3. (ACTION) PICP Marsh Boardwalk Repairs Construction Contract Approval 4. (ACTION) Consultants for Disaster or Storm Related Damages Approval

C. (ACTION) Fees/Changes Approval Gueldner

D. Agency Highlights O’Rourke 1. Lifeguard Recognition 2. Environmental Education Program/Student Report

E. September Commission Meeting Date O’Rourke

VI. Next Meeting

A. Regular Commission Meeting, Monday, September 15, 2014, 5:30pm at CCPRC Headquarters, Charleston, SC UNAPPROVED MINUTES CHARLESTON COUNTY PARK & RECREATION COMMISSION REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING 861 RIVERLAND DRIVE, CHARLESTON, SC, 29412 MONDAY, JULY 21, 2014

Commission Members Present: Mr. Benjy Cooke, Ms. Mattese Lecque, Mr. Andy Thomas, Ms. Lisa King, Mr. Ravi Sanyal, Mr. Wes Lybrand

Commission Members Absent:

Staff Present: Mr. Tom O’Rourke, Mr. David Bennett, Mr. Kevin Bowie, Mr. Steve Hutton, Mr. David Chappell, Ms. Gina Ellis-Strother, Ms. Julie Hensley, Mr. Phil Macchia, Mr. Tommy Hale, Ms. Jeanne Lange, Ms. Patty Newshutz and Mrs. Pam Ragland

Guests Present: Ryan Cockrell, Pour It Now

Legal Counsel Present: Mr. Dwayne Green

I. Call To Order and Welcome

A. Introduction of Guests and Notification to the Media

The Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission met on Monday, July 21, 2014 at the CCPRC Headquarters, Charleston, SC. Mr. Cooke, Chair, called the meeting to order and welcomed those in attendance. Mr. Cooke informed those present that notification of the meeting had been sent to the local news media and others requesting notification and asked that the record reflect the Commissioners present.

II. Public Comments

Mr. Cockrell addressed the Commission, representing Pour It Now, and stating that this group supports the decisions of the Commission as to building one or more skateboard parks in Charleston County.

III. Approval of Minutes

A. (ACTION) Approval of minutes of June 16, 2014 Regular Commission Meeting

Motion to approve the minutes of the June 16, 2014 Regular Commission Meeting was made by Ms. King, seconded by Ms. Lecque, and approved by the Commission. (#001-1415)

IV. Old Business

A. Skatepark Site Update

Ms. Hensley presented photos of the sites that were specified in the meeting packet handout, and responded to questions from the Commission. Ms. Hensley stated that the handout indicated that North Charleston Wannamaker County Park was the top choice, followed by James Island County Park.

Motion to move toward due diligence in building the first skateboard park at James Island County Park was made by Mr. Sanyal and seconded by Ms. King. The motion failed with a vote of 3 Ayes and 4 Nays. Regular Commission Meeting July 21, 2014 Page 2 of 3

Motion to move toward due diligence in building the first skateboard park at North Charleston Wannamaker County Park was made by Ms. Lecque, seconded by Mr. Thomas, and approved by the Commission, with Mr. Sanyal, Ms. King and Mr. Lybrand voting Nay. (#002-1415)

Mr. O’Rourke stated that staff would report back at the next meeting as to the viability of the North Charleston Wannamaker County Park site.

V. New Business

A. Administrative Services Report

1. Status Report

Mr. Hale presented the June financial reports to the Commission and responded to questions, stating that the books are not yet closed on FY14, and the report should be complete at the next meeting. Mr. Hale estimated the year would end with an overage.

2. (ACTION) Fireworks Bid Approval

Mr. Bowie reported that a Request for Proposal was issued and publically advertised for the turn-key annual fireworks display for a base year and two (one) year options and that four firms responded.

Motion to approve entering into a contract with Zambelli Firewords Mfg. Co., for fireworks display for the base year with two additional one-year options, with funds coming from the Enterprise Operating Budget and future appropriations of the Commission, was made by Mr. Thomas, seconded by Mr. Sanyal, and approved by the Commission. (#003-1415)

B. (ACTION) Stono River County Park Name Approval

Mr. O’Rourke asked the Commission for approval for the Limehouse Point property.

Motion to approve Stono River County Park as the name of the Limehouse Point property was made by Mr. Manos, seconded by Ms. King, and approved by the Commission. (#004-1415)

C. Park and Recreation Year-End Report

Mr. Macchia and Mr. Hutton presented an overview of FY14 with revenue and citizens served throughout all of the parks and programs.

D. (ACTION) Charleston County School District MOU Approval

Mr. Bennett stated that this MOU has been approved by the Charleston County School District, and allows the Agency to use the facilities it has built.

Motion to approve entering into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Charleston County School District allowing CCPRC staff to use the facilities built by CCPRC was made by Mr. Sanyal, seconded by Ms. Lecque, and approved by the Commission. (#005-1415)

E. Executive Session – Contractual Matters Regular Commission Meeting July 21, 2014 Page 3 of 3

Motion to approve entering into Executive Session for the purpose of discussion contractual matters was made by Mr. Sanyal, seconded by Ms. King, and approved by the Commission. (#006-1415)

Upon coming out of Executive Session the Chair stated that contractual matters had been discussed and no action taken.

VI. Next Meeting

A. Regular Commission Meeting, Monday, August 18, 2014, 5:30pm at CCPRC Headquarters, Charleston, SC.

There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 7:30 pm.

Respectfully submitted,

Benjy Cooke, Chair Pam Ragland, Administrative Manager UNAPPROVED MINUTES CHARLESTON COUNTY PARK & RECREATION COMMISSION REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING 861 RIVERLAND DRIVE, CHARLESTON, SC, 29412 WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 14, 2014

Commission Members Present: Mr. Benjy Cooke, Ms. Mattese Lecque, Ms. Lisa King, Mr. Ravi Sanyal Commission Members Absent: Mr. Andy Thomas, Mr. Wes Lybrand, Mr. Teddy Manos

Staff Present: Mr. Tom O’Rourke, Mr. David Bennett, Mr. Kevin Bowie, Ms. Donna Gueldner, Mr. David Chappell, Ms. Cynthia Montague and Mrs. Pam Ragland

Guests Present: Mr. Collin Bruner, Bryan Shiver, Terracon Consultants, Inc.

I. Call To Order and Welcome

A. Introduction of Guests and Notification to the Media

The Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission met on Wednesday, August 14, 2014 at the CCPRC Headquarters, Charleston, SC. Mr. Cooke, Chair, called the meeting to order and welcomed those in attendance. Mr. Cooke informed those present that notification of the meeting had been sent to the local news media and others requesting notification and asked that the record reflect the Commissioners present.

II. Oceanic Street Engineering Report

Mr. O’Rourke introduced Mr. Shiver who reviewed the Geotechnical Engineering Report on the Oceanic Street property. Mr. Shiver described the report in detail and responded to questions from the Commission.

Motion to enter into Executive Session for the purpose of discussing a contractual matter was made by Mr. Sanyal, seconded by Ms. Lecque, and approved by the Commission. (#007-1415)

Upon coming out of Executive Session the Chair stated that a contractual matter was discussed and no action taken.

The Chair added an agenda item – III. Purchase of Property.

III. Purchase of Property

Motion to authorize staff to negotiate a contract for the purchase of the Oceanic Street property, and to amend the previous contract, was made by Mr. Sanyal, seconded by Ms. King, and approved by the Commission. (#008-1415)

There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 1:00 pm.

Respectfully submitted,

Benjy Cooke, Chair Pam Ragland, Administrative Manager August 2014

Financial Reports 2-7

Staff Diversity 8

Volunteer Report 9

ADMINISTRATIVE Capital Projects Updates 10-12

SERVICES Action Item: Soft Drink Product, Equipment, Services and Sponsorship 13

Action Item: PICP Marsh Boardwalk Repairs Construction Contract Approval 14

Action Item: Consultants for Disaster or Storm Related Damages 15 Checks in Excess of $7,500

Date Check # Vendor Description Amount Operating (General Agency and Enterprise) 7/2/2014 2677 Duffield Inc JICP SZ pulsar briquettes $10,420.52 7/2/2014 2692 Move IT SC, LLC Move IT Charleston Services $20,916.66

7/2/2014 2727 Possum's Landscape & Pest Control Supply Turf and landscape supplies $9,084.80

7/10/2014 2762 County of Charleston Campground & Cottages accomodations tax $7,559.30 7/10/2014 2768 SC Dept of Revenue Sales Tax JICP sales & use tax $9,403.10 7/10/2014 2769 SC Dept of Revenue Sales Tax Campground & Cottages sales, accomodations & use tax $19,684.71 7/10/2014 2770 SC Dept of Revenue Sales Tax WCP sales & use tax $16,953.60 7/10/2014 2775 SC Dept of Revenue Sales Tax FBFP sales & use tax $12,930.23 7/10/2014 2778 SC Dept of Revenue Sales Tax MPP sales & use tax $8,610.11 7/10/2014 2781 SC Dept of Revenue Admissions JICP admissions tax $16,339.66 7/10/2014 2782 SC Dept of Revenue Admissions WCP admissions tax $26,751.88 7/10/2014 2799 Berkeley Electric Coop Electricity $12,699.03 7/10/2014 2815 Clear Channel Communications 1/2 beer profits from 2014 Park in the Park series $19,742.00 7/10/2014 2824 The Active Network, Inc Class software annual maintenance agreement $61,960.75 7/10/2014 2846 Pepsi-Cola Resale food/drink $8,864.53 7/10/2014 2881 WCBD TV2 Waterparks tv spots $9,110.00 7/10/2014 2883 Great West Retirement Services - Wells Deferred comp $9,900.00 7/16/2014 2918 AT&T Agency data circuits $10,216.41 7/16/2014 2931 Charleston County Fleet Operations Fuel charges for agency vehicles $9,464.74 7/16/2014 2937 College of Charleston FBCP monitoring services $8,265.59 7/16/2014 2946 Duffield Inc WCP WW supplies $19,047.22 7/16/2014 2963 Mount Pleasant Water & Sewer Water $9,680.29 7/16/2014 2967 New South Associates Archaeological Survey Edisto $11,241.65 7/16/2014 2972 Pepsi-Cola Resale food/drink $8,439.45 Permium Ice Cream DBA Dixie Belle Ice 7/16/2014 2984 Resale food/drink $8,318.35 Cream 7/16/2014 2988 Sabine and Waters Forestry consulting $12,725.00 7/16/2014 2996 Starfish Aquatics Institute Waterpark audit fees $9,000.00 7/24/2014 3024 Adams Outdoor Advertising Billboards $9,661.00 7/24/2014 3043 CDW Government Software maintenance for Kaspersky and Netapp $12,000.00 7/24/2014 3046 Charleston County Fleet Operations Fuel charges for agency vehicles $10,386.78 7/24/2014 3054 Charleston Water System Water $10,883.89 7/24/2014 3099 Queen Wood Products Resale shavings $18,954.00 7/24/2014 3102 SCE&G Electricity $110,009.65 7/24/2014 3111 Apex Broadcasting Waterpark digital advertising $8,000.00 2 7/29/2014 3140 Charleston Water System Water $11,984.29 7/29/2014 3158 Move IT SC, LLC Monthly payment for contracted services $19,916.66 7/29/2014 3184 State Budget & Control Board Insurance Premium $381,210.50

2 Checks in Excess of $7,500

Date Check # Vendor Description Amount Capital Improvement Program 7/2/2014 2734 Salmon's Dredging Corporation CRM emergency corner pile $7,700.00 7/10/2014 2826 Gel Engineering, LLC FBCP monitoring services $22,850.00 7/10/2014 2827 Hydro Corporation FBFP pile encapsulations $48,168.18 7/10/2014 2840 Meadors Inc DBA Meadors Construction McLeod Phase I development $69,277.25 7/10/2014 2844 Murray Mines and Sand CCIC road repair $8,929.38 7/16/2014 3003 VSC Fire and Security FBFP sprinkler system $13,720.00 7/24/2014 3075 Jaeger Company McLeod Plantation development $39,551.93 7/24/2014 3106 Stantec Consulting Services Limehouse Point Master Plan $9,400.00

Human Resources 7/3/2014 1088 Employee Insurance Program EIP insurance $129,819.28 7/3/2014 1089 Employee Insurance Program EIP insurance $86,973.60 7/10/2014 1099 Great West Retirement Services - Wells Deferred comp $12,646.50 7/16/2014 1100 South Carolina Retirement System Employee contributions $136,717.07 7/24/2014 1111 Great West Retirement Services - Wells Deferred comp $12,338.50 7/31/2014 1113 Employee Insurance Program EIP insurance $131,613.42

3 Combined and Governmental Statements

Combined General and Enterprise Prior Year to Date- Current year Year to date- Current Month Funds July 2014 Actuals budget Actuals % of Budget Activity

General Fund Revenues 133,324 13,432,705 186,880 1% 186,880

Enterprise Revenues 2,190,459 14,391,930 2,418,966 17% 2,418,966

Total Operating Revenues 2,323,783 27,824,635 2,605,846 9% 2,605,846

General Fund Expenditures 1,182,343 13,455,255 1,125,346 8% 1,125,346.00

Enterprise Expenses 941,924 15,119,871 869,869 6% 869,869

Total Operating Expenses 2,124,267 28,575,126 1,995,215 7% 1,995,215.00

Net Income/(Loss) 199,516 (750,491) 610,631 610,631

Transfers In 8,193,187 967,518 - 0% -

Transfers Out 14,599,406 5,298,400 - 0% 0.00

Change in Fund Balance (6,206,703) (5,081,373) 610,631 610,631

Prior Year to Date- Current year Year to date- Current month General Fund July 2014 Actuals budget Actuals % of Budget activity

Tax Millage - 12,709,035 - 0% -

Executive - - - 0% -

Administrative Services - - - 0% -

Marketing - - - 0% -

Human Resources - - - 0% -

Finance 648 104,500 33,120 32% 33,120

Park and Recreation Services 12,938 35,160 14,459 41% 14,459

Recreation 119,738 505,390 139,301 28% 139,301

Maintenance - - - 0% -

Planning & Natural Resources - 76,000 - 0% -

Operations - 2,620 - 0% -

Total Revenues 133,324 13,432,705 186,880 1% 186,880

General Administrative - - - 0% -

Executive Division 57,321 940,100 49,569 5% 49,569

Administrative Services 504,775 2,302,990 474,784 21% 474,784

Marketing 54,111 970,325 58,590 6% 58,590

Human Resources 51,335 1,117,755 29,998 3% 29,998

Capital Projects 102,072 847,015 56,612 7% 56,612

Finance 34,272 865,895 35,843 4% 35,843

Park and Recreation Services 61,098 846,495 71,120 8% 71,120

Recreation 133,784 2,529,225 163,950 6% 163,950

Maintenance 50,217 1,575,015 61,520 4% 61,520

Plannning 15,432 308,535 17,378 6% 17,378

Park Operations 117,926 1,151,905 105,982 9% 105,982

Total Expenditures 1,182,343 13,455,255 1,125,346 8% 1,125,346 4 Net Income/(Loss) (1,049,019) (22,550) (938,466) (938,466)

Transfers In - 336,945 - 0% -

Transfers Out 5,448,842 2,785,040 - 0% -

Change in Fund Balance (6,497,861) (2,470,645) (938,466) (938,466)

4 Enterprise Fund Statement

Prior Year to Date Current Year Year to Date- Current Month Enterprise Funds July 2014 Actuals Budget Actuals % of Budget Activity Beachwalker Park

Operating Revenue 50,219 204,740 58,879 29% 58,879

Operating Expenses 14,896 253,985 18,594 7% 18,594

Net Income/(Loss) 35,323 (49,245) 40,285 40,285

Bulow Plantation

Operating Revenue 4,587 160,000 9,624 6% 9,624

Operating Expenses 946 52,175 29 0% 29

Net Income/(Loss) 3,641 107,825 9,595 9,595

Caw Caw Interpretative Center

Operating Revenue 986 21,240 2,007 9% 2,007

Operating Expenses 11,689 246,650 12,026 5% 12,026

Net Income/(Loss) (10,703) (225,410) (10,019) (10,019)

Cooper River Marina

Operating Revenue 158,673 709,000 188,673 27% 188,673

Operating Expenses 23,342 432,940 21,962 5% 21,962

Net Income/(Loss) 135,331 276,060 166,711 166,711

Folly Beach Coast Guard Base

Operating Revenue - - - 0% -

Operating Expenses - - - 0% -

Net Income/(Loss) - - - -

Folly Beach County Park

Operating Revenue 38,127 265,250 42,726 16% 42,726

Operating Expenses 14,032 239,660 7,954 3% 7,954

Net Income/(Loss) 24,095 25,590 34,772 34,772

Folly Beach Fishing Pier

Operating Revenue 218,796 1,212,560 241,424 20% 241,424

Operating Expenses 57,425 1,203,790 61,464 5% 61,464

Net Income/(Loss) 161,371 8,770 179,960 179,960

Isle of Palms County Park

Operating Revenue 125,851 461,290 129,051 28% 129,051

Operating Expenses 43,826 410,430 27,090 7% 27,090

Net Income/(Loss) 82,025 50,860 101,961 101,961

5 James Island County Park

Operating Revenue 553,339 5,582,255 583,269 10% 583,269

Operating Expenses 310,488 5,104,555 247,228 5% 247,228

Net Income/(Loss) 242,851 477,700 336,041 336,041

5 Enterprise Fund Statement

Prior Year to Date Current Year Year to Date- Current Month Enterprise Funds July 2014 Actuals Budget Actuals % of Budget Activity Laurel Hill Plantation

Operating Revenue 600 7,800 600 8% 600

Operating Expenses 91 24,135 25 0% 25

Net Income/(Loss) 509 (16,335) 575 575

McLeod Plantation

Operating Revenue - 234,430 - 0% -

Operating Expenses 2,966 224,100 466 0% 466

Net Income/(Loss) (2,966) 10,330 (466) (466)

Mount Pleasant Pier

Operating Revenue 79,389 434,605 91,251 21% 91,251

Operating Expenses 33,582 570,665 34,742 6% 34,742

Net Income/(Loss) 45,807 (136,060) 56,509 56,509

Move IT

Operating Revenue - - - 0% -

Operating Expenses - 521,616 52,834 10% 52,834

Net Income/(Loss) - (521,616) (52,834) (52,834)

Mullet Hall Equestrian Center

Operating Revenue 63,335 223,855 71,984 32% 71,984

Operating Expenses 39,590 432,025 41,578 10% 41,578

Net Income/(Loss) 23,745 (208,170) 30,406 30,406

Old Towne Creek County Park

Operating Revenue - 34,750 - 0% -

Operating Expenses 305 73,090 (559) -1% (559)

Net Income/(Loss) (305) (38,340) 559 559

Palmetto Islands County Park

Operating Revenue 118,266 571,040 125,683 22% 125,683

Operating Expenses 73,897 1,116,630 77,226 7% 77,226

Net Income/(Loss) 44,369 (545,590) 48,457 48,457

Park Recreation Enterprise

Operating Revenue 72,026 1,218,470 80,399 7% 80,399

Operating Expenses 56,946 1,067,410 55,831 5% 55,831

Net Income/(Loss) 15,080 151,060 24,568 24,568

Skate Park

Operating Revenue - 28,570 - 0% -

Operating Expenses - 94,225 - 0% -

Net Income/(Loss) - (65,655) - -

Wannamaker County Park

Operating Revenue 706,265 3,022,075 793,396 26% 793,396

Operating Expenses 257,903 3,051,790 211,379 7% 211,379

Net Income/(Loss) 448,362 (29,715) 582,017 582,017

Total Revenue 2,190,459 14,391,930 2,418,966 17% 2,418,966 6 Total Expenses 941,924 15,119,871 869,869 6% 869,869

Total Net Income/(Loss) 1,248,535 (727,941) 1,549,097 1,549,097

Transfers In 8,193,187 630,573 - 0% -

Transfers Out 9,150,564 2,513,360 - 0% -

Change in Fund Balance 291,158 (2,610,728) 1,549,097 -59% 1,549,097

6 Capital Improvement Projects

Current Year Year to Date- Current Month Combined Capital Projects Fund July 2014 Budget Actuals % of Budget Activity

Total CIP Expenses 4,246,311 (59,877) -1.41% (59,877)

Project Detail

FBFP Piling Encapsilation (546,722) - - -

JI SPA Replacement 135,074 - - -

Limehouse Master Plan - 9,400 - 9,400

McLeod Phase 1 Development 3,295,304 (69,277) -2% (69,277)

Old Towne Bld Stabilization 88,733 - - -

Old Towne Pier Replacement 6,251 - - -

PI Boardwalks & Ramps 11,791 - - -

Skate Park 138,435 - - -

West Ashley Phase I 24,000 - - -

7 Staff Diversity

Diversity Vision Statement: The Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission will provide high quality park facilities, programs, and services to the ever-changing community we serve by recruiting, training, and retain- ing a qualified and diverse staff.

Current Staff Statistics:

July 2014 Staff Statistics/EEO Information

Full Time Employees Part Time Employees Total of All Employees

Number of Employees 180 750 930

White 147 592 79%

Hispanic 4 12 2%

African American 20 99 13%

Asian 2 10 1%

Indian 1 1 1%

Two or more Races 6 36 4%

Male 105 329 47%

Female 75 421 53%

8 Volunteer Report

Volunteer Services: The Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission takes great pride in the diversity of facilities and programs we offer, our excellent customer service, and most importantly, our fun atmosphere. In exchange for hours worked, volunteers receive multiple benefits, inclusive of a reciprocal pass (which requires a minimum of 30 hours served).

Current Volunteer Statistics:

July 2014 Volunteer Information

Activity Category Hours Volunteers

Campground Host 506 10

Charleston Sprint Triathlon Series 153 22

Commissioners 7 14

Mascot 16 2

Reggae Nights Concert Series 35 8

Shaggin' on the Cooper 47 6

The Green Team 2 1

Thursday Night Boogie 13 4

Total Hours 779

Previous Report Hours 0

Fiscal Year to Date Volunteer Hours 779

The Value of Volunteer Hours:

The equivalent of one full-time employee is 162.5 hours per month. The monthly cost with salary and benefits for an entry level specialist full-time employee is $3,943 per month.

779 volunteer hours / 162.5 = 4.79 full-time employees Monthly Savings = 3943 x 4.79 = $18,902.14

9 Capital Projects Update

McLeod Plantation

July was a productive, yet rainy, month for the McLeod Project. Utility work continues with the sewer line, water tap and other utilities well underway. Taps have been made to existing systems along Picard Way and Country Club Drive. Hopefully, during this upcoming month, work along existing roadways will be complete, until the crosswalk over Country Club Road is installed, near the end of the project.

The survey work needed for the installation of conduit for the parking lot lights is now complete. Installation of the conduit should begin with- Above- last month preparing to in the month. Once that is complete, SCE&G will begin work installing cut the roadway. light poles and a transformer.

Other work in the parking lot includes completion of the of the bio re- Right- this month, the trench tention areas. Also, the parking lot itself is beginning to take shape with box installed & work on utility rough grading now finished. As this building begins to take shape, it is connection underway exciting to observe the wonderful views that are also evolving. This is going to be a beautiful spot in our park system!

As an aside, with all the rain that has fallen in July, 16 measurable days, it has been reported that the ground has absorbed it all with no standing water found anywhere. The soil at this site appears to be very good for drainage, which will be beneficial for management once the facility opens to visitors.

This past month, the concrete floor, bases and footings for the pavilion were poured. This surface will become the foundation for the BAR required brick floor. As can be seen in the adjacent photo, the pavilion flooring will extend approximately 10 feet beyond the roofline of the structure. This design enables a greater footprint of usable space for guests renting the pavilion.

Above- concrete foundation work In other news this month, representatives from the City and Historic Charleston underway. Foundation met with consultants and staff to review and obtain approval for the colors of the new buildings. The colors approved for new buildings were: taupe (siding), dark grey (roofs) and Charleston green (windows at the Welcome Cen- Left- Last month, the posts were installed -foundation work not yet ter). Colors selected were to blend the new buildings into surrounding vegetation started so that they would not compete with the historic structures, visually.

At the main house, workers are continuing to prepare the walls for abatement. The abatement work will begin August 13th and continue for two weeks. At that time, workers will be in hazmat suits and there will be no admittance inside the building, for any reason until they complete their work.

Work schedule has slipped slightly with the rain day allocations and several required revisions to the plan. The project is presently scheduled for overall completion in mid January, 2015.

BAR and HCF reviewing color selec- tion w/Glenn Keyes Skatepark

Agency staff is studying the feasibility of two Skatepark sites within property10 owned by the Commission. A request for quotes for tree and wetland surveys has been prepared and is expected back by mid-August for the first site at Wannamaker County Park. A revised master plan is already underway by the Planning Division for the second at James Island County Park. It is anticipated the information from these stud- ies/surveys will be available at the September Commission meeting.

10 Capital Projects Update

Projects– Design Assistance

Capital design staff has provided design assistance for an additional Holi- day Festival of Lights (HFOL) retail space at the Picnic Center at James Island County Park. A permit set of drawings has been submitted to the City of Charleston, the next set in the process to bring this project to completion. So far the permit has received approval from the City Zoning De- partment and is under review by the Building Department. The goal is to have a permit by the end of August or early September, so that this retail area can be functional for this year’s Holiday Festival of Lights Show, but the timeframe for permit approval is very unpredictable.

Design Review Process - Project Approvals The Capital Design Staff provides assistance with the planning of July 21 — August 5, 2014 some projects and facilitates the Design Review Process. The following are projects that were reviewed and have received ap- CCIC — Theater Area proval since the previous Commission Meeting: HFOL — Picnic Center Bike Corral Modifications

Folly Beach Fishing Pier Pilings

Hydro Corporation, our pier piling contractor, continues to make progress towards removing the old encapsulations and putting new encapsulations onto the 31 pilings. Hydro has completed removing 18 of the 31 fiberglass sleeves and are near completion of encapsulating the first 6 piles. The project is scheduled to be completed in a total of 150 days, weather permitting.

Hydro preparing to mix grout to fill Grout filled sleeve. New encapsulations at low tide. fiberglass sleeves for encapsulation.

Old Towne Creek County Park Pier Replacement

On May 9th, we advertised a Request for Proposals from contractors to de- molish and rebuild the deteriorating pier on Old Towne Creek. Although four contractors attended the Pre-Proposal Meeting, we only received one proposal. We are evaluating that proposal now and considering our options. 11

11 Capital Projects Update

Consultant Services for Disaster or Storm Related Damages The evaluations for disaster or storm related damages have been completed. The intended purpose of the proposal was to seek qualified consulting firms to provide services to include, but not be limited to: inventory, evaluation, assessment and estimate potential losses from Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) related storm damage that might occur at our county park sites. Collins Engineers, Inc., Liollio Architecture Inc., and Terracon Consultants, Inc., provided the best overall proposals with the best value evaluation. All three firms have extensive experience with responding to disasters and FEMA requirements.

After Hurricane Irene damaged Folly Beach County Park, our storm consultant at the time, Collins Engineering responded immediately to evaluate the structural damage to the Dunes House.

Palmetto Islands County Park Marsh Boardwalk Repairs

We are currently evaluating proposals to perform repairs on eight boardwalks and two decks at Palmetto Islands County Park. Decking, deck framing, and additional “sister” piles as needed will be addressed. The repairs to these thirty- five year old structures are projected to add ten to fifteen years to their useful life.

Capital Grants FY 13-14 Total Received $ 163,131 $250,000 from the Coastal Access Improvement Funds for the construction of a dock, pavilion, paths, parking, and landscaping at McLeod Plantation is approved and extended one year until October 31, 2014; $250,000 from the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) grant to help subsidize the same elements as well as construction of the maintenance building has been approved; $75,000 grant from the SC National Heritage Corridor has been increased from $50,000 and awarded for the planning, design, construction and implementation of the Interpretive Program at McLeod Plantation and has been extended one year until September 30, 2014; $61,459 grant application from the SC National Heritage Corridor Fund for the Pier Replacement Project at Old Towne was approved and has been extended six months until February 22, 2015; 12 $14,194 grant from the Park and Recreation Development (PARD) has been approved to “skin” the baseball field at the Thompson Hill Playground; and $500,000 grant from the Medical Society of South Carolina—Roper St. Francis Hospital Endowment has been approved to fund the “Move IT Program.” 12 Action Item: Soft Drink Product, Equipment, Services and Sponsorship

MEMORANDUM

TO: Tom O’Rourke FROM: Kevin Bowie DATE: August 4, 2014 RE: Soft Drink Product, Equipment, Services and Sponsorship

Request for Proposal 2014-011 was issued and publically advertised for soft drink product, equipment, services and sponsorship for a base period of five years and five (one) year options. Two firms responded.

Coca-Cola Consolidated provided the best overall proposal with the best value evaluation. They have extensive outstanding experience and have been in business over 125 years locally and nationally. The total estimate for the base five-year period is $724,100.00 with a total estimated amount of $1,448,200.00 for the base five-year period and five one-year options. Sponsor- ship in the amount of $320,000.00 and funds toward souvenir cups of $20,000 were offered for the ten year period.

Recommend approval to enter into a contract with Coca-Cola Consolidated for soft drink product, equipment, services and sponsorship for the base five-year period and five one-year options with funds coming for the appropriate operating budget and future appropriations of the Commission.

13 Action Item: PICP Marsh Boardwalk Repairs Construction Contract Approval

MEMORANDUM

TO: Tom O’Rourke FROM: Kevin Bowie DATE: August 8, 2014 RE: PICP Marsh Boardwalk Repairs Construction Contract Approval

A Request for Proposal 2014-027 was issued for Palmetto Islands County Park Marsh Boardwalk Repairs for a Construction project. Three firms responded.

The purpose of the project is to seek a qualified marine contractor to provide repair work which includes the removal and replacement of decking as well as the deck framing of eight marsh boardwalks and two decks at Palmetto Islands County Park. These structures are thirty-five years old and are in need of major repairs. Additional “sister” piles will be added as needed in specified locations. These structural repairs are projected to add ten to fifteen years of use to the Palmetto Islands County Park marsh boardwalks and decks.

Rakes Building and Maintenance Contractors DBA Blutide Marine Construction provided the best overall proposal through the best value price and technical evaluation. They have extensive outstanding experience. Rakes Building and Maintenance Contractors DBA Blutide Marine Construction plans has a 100% Small Business goal. Recommend the Commission to approve an award with a not exceed budget for this project of $423,176.74. Staff recommends accepting the Base Offer of $309,682.00 plus Items 2,3,4,5, and 7 for a total contract price of $423,176.74. Options for the project include:  2x6 composite decking in lieu of timber (#2)  #10 stainless screws in lieu of 12D shank nails (#3)  Demo of two bridges near Splash Island that are no longer useful (#4)  Coat top surface of piles at Nature Island Boardwalk with sealant such as Geocel or equivalent (#5)  Provide additional sister piles (#7)

Approval of this contract will bring the overall project budget to approximately $451,000, which includes consulting services provided by Collins Engineering (design, permitting and construction administration).

14 Recommend approval to enter into a contract with Rakes Building and Maintenance Contractors DBA Blutide Marine Con- struction for Palmetto Island County Park Marsh Boardwalk Repairs in the amount of $423,176.74, with the funds coming from the approved CIP budget.

14 Action Item: Consultants for Disaster or Storm Related Damages

MEMORANDUM

TO: Tom O’Rourke FROM: Kevin Bowie DATE: August 6, 2014 RE: Consultants for Disaster or Storm Related Damages

A Request for Proposal 2014-028 was issued and publically advertised for consultants for disaster or storm related damages for a base year and nine one-year options. Seven firms responded.

The intended purpose of the proposal was to seek qualified consulting firms to provide services to include, but not be limited to, inventory, evaluation, assessment and estimate potential losses from Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) related storm damage that might occur at our county park sites.

Collins Engineers, Inc., Liollio Architecture Inc., and Terracon Consultants, Inc., provided the best overall proposals with the best value evaluation. They have extensive outstanding performance. The overall values of the contracts are unknown, but in the event of disaster and/or storm related damages the values of the contracts could well exceed $25,000.00 per year.

Recommend approval to enter into contracts with Collins Engineers, Liollio Architecture and Terracon Consultants, Inc., for consultants for disaster or storm related damages for a base year with nine additional one year options.

15 Administrative Services

Superintendent of Administrative Services-Kevin Bowie Information Technology Manager-Melissa Muse Director of Human Resources-Jan Coulter Director of Capital Projects-David Chappell Benefits Manager-Juliana Leypoldt Assistant Director Capital Projects-Andy Hammill Employment Coordinator-Karen Thompson Assistant Director Capital Projects-Cynthia Montague Human Resources Coordinator -Latanja Wright Senior Planning Manager-Patricia Newshutz Volunteer Coordinator-Erin Guerrero Senior Capital Project Manager-Bruce Wright Director of Finance-Tommy Hale Capital Project Manager-Erick Briles Finance Manager-Cindy Jones Capital Project Manager-Ray Ely Staff Accountant-Carolyn Thames Senior Administrative Assistant-Penny Westerfelhaus Revenue Manager-Jackie Boyd HVAC Supervisor-Dale Kirk Accounting Technician-Linda DeMonti HVAC Specialist III-Victor Herrera Accounting Technician-Tiffany Lyman HVAC-Rodney Stone Procurement Coordinator-Debby Taylor Maintenance Supervisor-Support-Rich Raab Procurement Manager-Lanna Wright Maintenance Specialist II-Jonathon Moore Budget Coordinator–Victoria Jilote Maintenance Specialist II-Ronald Willis Finance Projects Coordinator-Jeanne Lange Fleet Manager-Sam Spiggle Information Technology Coordinator-Eric Richards Crew Chief-Scott Spencer Information Technology Manager-Catherine Farah Mechanic III-David Calvert

Administrative Services is the administrative support for Charleston County Park & Recreation Commission. We maintain policy for personnel, finance, and procurement; our customers are staff and vendors who enter into a business relationship with CCPRC. The Superintendent of Administrative Services supervises the following departments: Human Resources, Finance, Procurement, Budget, Fixed Assets, Information Technology, Grants, Capital Projects, and Support Maintenance.

Contact Administrative Services: 861 Riverland Dr Charleston SC 29412

Phone: (843) 762-2172 Fax: (843) 762-2683 www.ccprc.com

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Sea Turtle Once Facing Blindness Now Ready to Return to the Wild After Treatment at the South Carolina Aquarium July 10, 2014

Large Loggerhead Successfully Treated at the South Carolina Aquarium Sea Turtle Rescue Program Charleston, SC (PRWEB) July 10, 2014 A 182-pound loggerhead sea turtle treated by the South Carolina Aquarium Sea Turtle Rescue Pro- gram for more than thirteen months has fully recovered and is ready to return to the deep blue sea. The public is invited to say goodbye to Briar on Tuesday, July 15, 2014 at 4:30 p.m. at the Isle of Palms County Park. The release is being held in partnership with the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) and the Charleston County Parks and Recreation Commission (CCPRC). Attendees should plan to carpool, arrive early, and expect to pay for parking at the county park.

More about Briar: Loggerhead Sea Turtle Briar. Credit: © South Carolina Aquarium Sea Turtle Rescue Program Briar, an adult female loggerhead sea turtle, stranded on the beach in Myrtle Beach in May of last year. She was found emaciated and severely anemic and her vital signs were dismal. Briar was also covered Sea Turtle Rescue Program blog at scaquarium.org. Be sure to in barnacles as a result of her lethargic state while in the follow us on Facebook and Twitter for the latest updates from ocean. Once admitted to the Aquarium’s Sea Turtle Hospital, the hospital, including public sea turtle release details. prognosis of her survival was questionable and staff came to work each morning with fingers crossed she was still alive. More on the sea turtle release: Over the next six months, Briar responded well to medical Who: The South Carolina Aquarium Sea Turtle Rescue Pro- treatments and gained more than 50 pounds, putting her back gram and the CCPRC in a healthy weight range. But soon after, staff and volunteers noticed that Briar was having trouble finding food in her tank. What: Public sea turtle release Aquarium veterinarian Dr. Shane Boylan examined Briar’s eyes and discovered that she had developed cataracts which When: Tuesday, July 15, 2014 at 4:30 p.m. causes blindness. Confronted with such a rare medical issue, Where: Isle of Palms County Park, Isle of Palms, S.C. Dr. Boylan consulted Dr. Anne Cook with Animal Eye Care of the Lowcountry, and in April 2014, Dr. Cook led a team in the Why: To return a threatened loggerhead sea turtle back into surgical removal of the damaged lenses. Almost immediately the wild after surgery, rescue staff could see a difference in Briar’s sight as she was able to track down and eat her normal diet of You too can help threatened and endangered sea turtles. If cut fish as well as live blue crabs. This week Briar received a you find a sick or injured sea turtle, contact the SCDNR sea clean bill of health and is ready to be released back into the turtle hotline at (800) 922-5431. You can also help care for Atlantic Ocean. sea turtles in recovery in the South Carolina Aquarium Sea Turtle Rescue Program by going to scaquarium.org and mak- For more on Briar’s story click here. ing a donation and by visiting the South Carolina Aquarium and booking a behind-the-scenes tour of the Sea Turtle Hospi- For photos of Briar click here. tal. To track the progress of current patients in recovery, visit our

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For all media inquiries, please contact Kate Dittloff at (843) than 60 exhibits representing the rich biodiversity of South 579-8660 or kdittloff(at)scaquarium(dot)org Carolina from the mountains to the sea. Dedicated to pro- moting education and conservation, the Aquarium also pre- About the South Carolina Aquarium Sea Turtle Rescue Pro- sents fabulous views of Charleston harbor and interactive gram: exhibits and programs for visitors of all ages. In partnership with the South Carolina Department of Natu- ral Resources (SCDNR), the South Carolina Aquarium Sea Turtle Rescue Program works to rescue, rehabilitate and release sea turtles that strand along the South Carolina coast. Located in the Aquarium, the Sea Turtle Hospital admits 20 to 30 sea turtles each year. Many of these animals are in critical condition and some are too sick to save.

According to SCDNR, over the last 10 years the average number of sea turtle standings on South Carolina beaches each year is 133. Of these, roughly 10% are alive and successfully transported to the Sea Turtle Hospital. To date, the South Carolina Aquarium has successfully rehabilitated and released 137 sea turtles and is currently treating 7 patients. The average cost for each patient’s treatment is $36 a day with the average length of stay reaching nine months.

About the South Carolina Aquarium:

The South Carolina Aquarium, Charleston’s most visited attraction, features thousands of amazing aquatic animals from river otters and sharks to loggerhead turtles in more

South Carolina Aquarium

Turtle Release!

Make plans to join us at Isle of Palms County Park on Tuesday at 4:30 p.m. for the release of Briar, a 180-pound loggerhead. When Briar was admitted to the Sea Turtle Hospital last May, she was near death. Now, nearly 14 months later, she's healthy and ready to be home! Learn more at our blog: http://bit.ly/1rSQr5A

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Drowning leading cause of death for young Training, awareness helps put dent in toll of drowning fatalities Published: 07/04/2014 The Catalyst

Keith Borg, M.D., Ph.D., took off running after Charleston County lifeguards at Isle of Palms beach, sand flying in his wake.

In this mock simulation, it’s not a real emergency for MUSC division chief with the Pediatric Emergency Division. Borg is just assisting with the training for the Charleston County EMS, lifeguards and MUSC Health’s MEDUCARE Medical Transport Service during two mock simulation events.

Beyond the benefits of improving the quality of care, Borg said the trainings offer a chance to remind the public of its role in ensuring water safety. His job in the emergency room keeps him aware of the importance of prevention, a message he likes to share in the Dr. Keith Borg (center, wearing sunglasses) meets with lifeguards and emergency rescue summer months to keep fun in the sun officials at the Isle of Palms County Park to run through a mock simulation of a drowning safe. victim.

Q & A with Dr. Borg Why be a part of these kinds of trainings? Prevention is the most important. Children are The key opportunity is to train with all the people in- quick! Monitored settings like pools and parks with life- volved in the care team from the lifeguards, pool or guards are safer because of the rules and close monitoring beachside, to teams like MEDUCARE or Charleston County in those environments. It’s important to sign up for a first EMS who continue resuscitation and transport to the aid class with the American Red Cross, which offers CPR emergency department. It’s everyone learning to work training and never allow anyone to swim alone. together. We all train in our niches but the chance to train together and work on improving the transitions in care is What is your advice to parents/community leaders what makes this unique. Plus we just learn from each oth- about improving safety in the home setting? er. Be prepared! Think and plan for an emergency in advance. Know how you would access emergency services, what How does drilling as a team improve the system? supplies you have and how you can prevent and be pre- It really allows you to know what to expect from the other pared for emergencies. There are educational resources system components. There is also a different range of at websites like cdc.gov with good information on safety experience with different patients and environments that and how to best handle many home emergencies. allow us all to share knowledge and learn from each other. How big a problem is drowning? It’s a bigger issue than most people realize. Just look at What are key messages you wish the public knew about the statistics. drowning?

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Centers for Disease Control and Preven- tion, children ages 1 to 4, have the highest drowning rates. In 2009, among children 1 to 4 years old who died from an unintentional injury, more than 30 percent died from drowning. Among children ages 1 to 4, most drownings occur in home swimming pools. Drowning is responsible for more deaths among children than any other cause except congenital anomalies (birth defects). Among those ages 1 to 14, fatal drowning remains the second- leading cause of unintentional injury- related death behind motor vehicle crash- es. Every day, about ten people die from unintentional drowning. Of these, two are children aged 14 or younger.

Dr. Borg observes the interaction of lifeguards and MEDUCARE personnel in transitioning a mock drowning victim to be transported to the hospital.

Lynne Henkel, administrative assistant in the Division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine (far left), tries to distract Charleston County lifeguards during their resuscitation attempt to see how the lifeguards would respond.

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Doggone it, we're famous! Charleston named the Southeast's best city for dogs

Katie West Email @katiewest230 / Jul 10 2014 6:44 pm

pups like those great romps on the beach (even if they are somewhat restricted during the summer.)

The Charleston Animal Society nominated Charleston, and CEO Joe Elmore said the city's pack mentality when it comes to adoptions nudged it to the top. "The ultimate measure of how a community cares for animals is if that community is a no- kill community, and as the first one in the Southeast, we really impressed them," said Charleston Animal Society CEO Joe Elmore. "We're really proud. Our adoption rates are double what the state average is." Whitney Law, manager at Dolittle's pet store in Mount Pleasant, said she's not surprised by the Kelly Campbell throws a ball to her Labradoodle, Layla, who flips through the air city's win. Thursday during Yappy Hour at James Island County Park. "She taught it to "When I was little, you never saw people tak- herself," said Campbell. "She loves it, we do it every day." Michael Pronzato/staff ing their dogs to restaurants or anything. Since I first moved here about four years ago, it's really blossomed," said Law, who owns a chi- Charleston is lately the alpha dog of national accolades, but huahua and two Lab mixes. "The adoption rate has gone way now even its pooches are getting into the act. up. I still know a few people that do breeders, but it's really Fido and Fifi are living in the best city in the Southeast in refreshing to know that the word gets out about rescues." 2014 - no hang dogs here. Dog Fancy magazine is barking She said the number of county parks with included dog parks about what a great town this is for man's best friend, and it's and beaches with dog-friendly hours are an asset to the city, one of the most widely read magazines on the subject. as is the walkable downtown. Readers nominate towns, and the publication's editors Mount Pleasant resident and dog owner Tracy Ali recently moved to the area, but she said she's already impressed by choose the winners based on the cities' dog-friendly busi- the dog friendliness she has found. nesses, events like Yappy Hour and Pups, Yups and Food "Everywhere I go, I see dogs," she said. "Where we live, we Trucks, rescue programs and, of course, places to walk your have a path where a lot of people walk dogs, and I see a lot of restaurants and places where you can bring dogs." CHARLESTONSCENE

Pups, Yups, Food Trucks by The Bill Show and the Korki's Kafe food truck will serve up On Thursday, Palmetto Islands County Park in Mount Pleas- tasty treats. Outside coolers and alcohol are prohibited. ant is going to the dogs. And remember, all pets must be leashed outside the dog From 4-7 p.m., the Charleston County Park and Recreation park. Commission-owned park will host another event in the Pups, Admission is free with the $1 gate charge. Palmetto Islands Yups and Food Trucks series. County Park is at 444 Needlerush Parkway in Mount Pleasant. Pets and their owners are invited to enjoy an evening of so- Call 795-4386 or go to www.charlestoncountyparks.com cializing, live music and more. Live music will be performed

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Park & Rec seeks input on new park near Limehouse Bridge Donated land on banks of Stono River could connect to Greenway and saltwater paddling trail Posted by Paul Bowers on Tue, Jul 8, 2014 at 1:18 PM

The Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission will cess point on the Southeast Coast Saltwater Paddling Trail, host a public workshop Wednesday to seek input on a future which runs from Chesapeake Bay in Virginia to the Georgia- park being planned near the Limehouse Bridge in West Ash- Florida border. ley. The tract includes 25.3 acres of highland, 48 acres of marsh, The public input meeting will take place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. and a 12.2-acre marsh island. A developer had plans for the on Wednesday in the West Ashley High School cafeteria, with land before the 2008 housing market crash, but after a bank a presentation beginning at 6:45 p.m. CCPRC Planning Direc- foreclosed on the property and then the bank went under, tor Julie Hensley says officials will share the results of an eco- Charleston residents Jenny and Mike Messner, along with logical analysis of the site at the meeting. partners Betsy and Paul Shiverick, bought the property at a bargain for conservation purposes, Hensley says. The Mess- "We want to hear what people are interested in seeing ners' Speedwell Foundation then donated the land to the there," Hensley says. CCPRC in December 2012 as part of the Georgia Tech Re- search Institute's Red Fields to Green Fields initiative, which The 85.5-acre tract sits along the bank of the Stono River be- seeks to acquire financially distressed properties and con- tween West Ashley and Johns Island and could include a con- serve them as parks. nection to the West Ashley Greenway terminus, which is 300 yards away from the site. The park could also become an ac- Hensley says there is no timetable for the park's completion yet. She says the focus will likely be on cre- ating a "passive park," with more of a focus on enjoying nature than on, say, baseball fields or a waterpark.

"Each of our day parks is strongly based on passive activities, although they have components that are active," Hensley says. "Water access and visual access to the water are always really important when we look at properties."

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Dog-friendly socials at James Island and Palmetto Islands County Parks Thursday, July 24, 2014

Pick up man's best friend after work and join the fun at The next Pups, Yups and Food Trucks will be Aug. 21 from 5 events held this summer especially for dog owners. Charles- p.m. to sunset at Palmetto Islands County Park. Refueler's ton County Parks' Yappy Hour series and Pups, Yups and Mobile Cafe will be the featured vendor and Katina Rose Food Trucks, held on select Thursday evenings, return Aug. will perform. 7 and Aug. 21, respectively. You and your dog can mingle with friends old and new, Best of all, the events are free with your park admission. while enjoying a festival-like atmosphere in the park. Both Yappy Hour features live music and beverages for sale, di- events are free with general park admission ($1 per person rectly in the off-leash dog park at James Island County Park. or free with Charleston County Parks' Gold Pass). Beverages The next Yappy Hour will be on Aug. 7 with a performance and food are available for an additional fee. Outside alcohol by Dreamland Band. and coolers are prohibited. For more information call 843-795-4386 or visit www.charlestoncountyparks.com. Yappy Hour and Pups, Yups and Food Trucks are presented by Crews Subaru,

Southern Eagle Distributing, Bota Box Wines, and Charles- ton County Parks.

Horse show brings riders to Johns Island from across the country Saturday, July 12, 2014 9:26 AM EDT / Updated: Jul 19, 2014 9:26 AM EDT

The 22nd Annual Bob Bell Charleston Summer Classic Horse divisions, so we have a full spectrum," says Bell. Show continues Saturday, July 12th on Johns Island at Mul- let Hall. Professional rider Whitney Owens, traveled all the way from San Antonio, TX to compete and is hoping to keep the Grand Prix title in her family. The Owens won it in 2013 and she tells News 2 what you can expect to see from the riders competing to win the $25,000 prize, "the Grand Prix, it's the jumpers... it's based on jumping clean, who's the fastest, and your horse is the big part of it...they're an athlete as well, so it's a team thing when you're riding, so that's what I love, it's you and your animal doing it."

Lynn Seithel is a local amateur rider who says the horse show is a unique event for families to enjoy, " I think it's really neat to see the horses and the riders together, it's not something you can find anywhere else in Charleston."

Riders come from across the country to participate in what If you want to go out to Johns Island to see the horse show, president of the Classic Company, Bob Bell, calls, "one of it is free and open to the public. It lasts from Saturday the top events that the United States Equestrian Federation morning until mid-afternoon, and then continues on Tues- allows to happen." day, July 15th through Saturday, July 19th. For more information on the Classic Company and the 450 riders come from all over the country to show their Charleston Summer Classic Horse Show, click here: skills in the two-week event. "We have professional divi- For more information on Mullet Hall on Johns Island, click sions and then we have amateur divisions, we have pony here.

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CCPRC giving away deluxe paddleboard package Sunday, July 6, 2014

The Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission ton County Park and Recreation Commission (CCPRC) has invites paddle-sports enthusiasts to register to win a deluxe been offering stand-up paddleboarding programs in the stand-up paddleboard (SUP) package. The contest is open county parks since 2010. Stand-up paddleboard-focused from June 23 through July 21. The grand prize will be a Soulr programming ranges from beginner-level introductory SUP Glidr Bamboo Paddleboard package that includes a paddle- classes, all the way to advanced-level classes along with SUP board, deck pad, fins and paddle valued at $1,200. races at James Island County Park. One of the races will ac- tually be the site of the sweepstakes winner announcement. There is no commitment or purchase required to enter to CCPRC also offers a variety of programming in kayaking, win. Legal residents 18 years old or older from Charleston, canoeing and many other outdoor recreational activities. To Dorchester, Berkeley and Colleton Counties are eligible to register to win and for sweepstakes rules, visit enter up to three entries per person/email address per day. www.charlestonparkssup.com A winner will be randomly selected on July 21. The Charles-

Reggae Nights Summer Concert Series Finale Aug. 1 with Mystic Vibrations Published: 7/17/2014 12:45:05 PM

The Reggae Nights Summer Concert Series is finishing up for the season! Join us for the summer's final Friday night concert on Aug. 1. Gates open at 7:30 p.m. and music by Mystic Vibrations begins at 8:30 p.m. A regular at the James Island County Park concert series, Mystic Vibrations returns to provide a fantastic finale for the 2014 season of Reggae Nights. The strong roots of Mys- tic Vibrations began in Little London, Westmoreland, Jamai- ca and were brought to the U.S. in 1992 by Ric Williams. A busy schedule keeps the band constantly on the road tour- ing the East Coast, from New York to Florida.

The band is a four-piece rhythm section of talented musicians; Andrew Whitaker (drums), George 'Raheem" Johnson (bass), Marcus 'Marky' Ruby (keyboards and backing vocals), Dion 'Caution' Samuel (Percussion), and Ric Williams Tickets must be purchased at the gate. Tickets are $8 for (guitar and lead vocals). Credited to the band's name are two adults (13 and up); children 12 and under are free. Current self-released studio albums and one live recording. The band Gold Pass holders are also admitted free. Gold Passes will has established a large fan base that has steadily grown over not be sold on site, but may be purchased in advance at the years. For more information on Mystic Vibrations, visit GoldPassMember.com for $65 ($80 for non-Charleston www.mystikmuzik.com. County residents). Gold Passes allow park admission to a variety of County Parks and events for the family for a full For the perfect cool ending to a hot summer week, bring year. your chair or blanket, kick back, and relax to an awesome No outside alcohol or coolers are permitted into the event. outdoor reggae concert in the beautiful setting of James Is- James Island County Park is located at 871 Riverland Drive. For land County Park. All ages are invited. Hungry concert-goers more information, visit CharlestonCountyParks.com/Reggae or can purchase Caribbean-style dishes and festival foods on call (843) 795-4386. The Reggae Nights Summer Concert Series site at the event. Crafters and other vendors will display local is brought to you by Southern Eagle Distributing, Bota Box handmade crafts and souvenirs available for purchase. So- Wines, and your Charleston County Parks. cialized dogs on leashes are welcome. 9

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Reggae Chases “da’ Rain ‘Way” By Charlie Morrison - Editor/Publisher on July 16, 2014

Charleston’s original Gullah/Geechee inspired Reg- gae band, Da’ Gullah Rootz, returned home with gus- to this past weekend, when the ensemble made their annual appearance at the Charleston County Parks and Recreation Commission’s (CCPRC) summer-long “Reggae Nights Concert Series,” held annually at James Island County Park. Led by front man “General Top Rank’n Geecheeman,” the group sound back home last Friday, and the “riddems” (rhythms) did what the “riddems” tend to do, unite people as only live reggae music can. Last Friday’s concert was to proceed rain or shine, and with the island being dumped on throughout the day, the outlook pre-concert was bleak. All the same, family after blanket-toting family showed up for the show. As if it was preordained, at about 7 p.m. the Da’ Gulluh Rootz bassist Jerome “Grits” Graham was having a good skies parted and the band warmed up. By 7:30 when time at their show last Friday the gates were cast open to the public, the weather was only a factor in that it had turned into a gorgeous evening to hear live music at an outdoor venue. It was if “The Most High,” the Gullah/Geechee term for God, was keeping an eye out for the show, making sure James Island got its reggae. couple weeks on Friday, August 1, when Mystic Vibrations The front man of the group, General Top Rank’n Geechee- will take to the outdoor stage for the final installment of the man, or “Rank’n” as he’s known in his circle, performed with park’s annual concert series. The veteran reggae act should various reggae acts on the road for years before returning to be another great opportunity to drink in the summer air to his hometown of Charleston and forming Da’ Gullah Rootz in the back drop of reggae “riddems.” 2001. For the past dozen years since forming the “Rootz,” The “ReggaeNights Concert Series” is presented by Southern J.L. Jenkins, a.k.a. Rank’n, has driven the group’s unique take Eagle Distributing. Tickets for the show are $8 Adult General on reggae with his Gullah/Geechee-inspired original vocals. Admission (13 & Up), with children ages 12 and under, along Those vocals were on full display Friday, reverberating into CCPRC Gold Pass members get in free. Concerts take place the open air at the County park to the delight of a large rain or shine. No refunds will be given due to inclement crowd of hundreds. weather. Food and drink is provided by a number of vendors Joining Rank’n on stage were bandmates Jerome “Gits” Gra- on site, selling a wide variety of fare. ID is required to pur- ham on lead guitar and vocals, Rahn “Bam Bam” Grimball on chase alcohol outside alcohol and coolers are prohibited. percussion, “Mr. Fix it” and Darrell “Jah D” Green on bass Gates open at 7:30 p.m. and close at 10:30 p.m., with the guitar and, of course, Jah Boo, who does a little of every- concert wrapping up at 11:00 p.m. The James Island County thing. A number of special guests joined in on the show, Park is located at 671 Riverland Dr. For more information, crowding the stage in a good way. call 795-4386. For more info on Da’ Gullah Rootz, see DaGullahRootz.com, The Charleston Parks and Recreation Commission’s “Reggae or give them a call at 327-0405. Nights Concert Series” will wrap up a four-show run in a

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Reggae Nights Summer Concert

Good Music. Good Vibes. The Reggae Nights Summer Concert Series at James Island County Park features traditional old school roots reggae with a new school attitude in a beautiful outdoor setting. Bring your chairs or blanket. It’s Irie!.

NOW ON FRIDAY NIGHTS! August 1, Mystic Vibrations Time Gates open at 7:30pm; music begins at 8:30 pm. For more information visit,

www.CharlestonCountyParks.com Admission $8 Adult General Admission (13 & Up) Free: Ages 12 or under and Gold Pass members

Special Needs Swim Night returns to Whirlin' Waters on Aug. 9 Thursday, July 24, 2014

Whirlin’ Waters and your Charleston County Parks welcome Food and beverages will be available for purchase at the wa- people with special needs, their families, caregivers and terpark. In case of rain, Special Needs Swim Night will be re- friends to a unique night at the waterpark! On Saturday, Aug. scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 16. To purchase advance tickets 9, Whirlin’ Waters Adventure Waterpark will open its gates in for Special Needs Swim Night, visit CharlestonCounty- the evening for these guests to enjoy. This is the second Spe- Parks.com or call 843-795-4386. cial Needs Swim Night offered this year, after a very success- ful event debut in June. Another event hosted by the Charleston County Parks for people with special needs will be the Special Needs Prom, Special Needs Swim Night will take place after the waterpark held August 22 at Bees Landing Recreation Center. For more is closed to the general public, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Whirlin’ information on these programs, call 843-795-4386. Waters’ water attractions will then be available until 8:30 p.m. In addition to Special Needs Swim Night, Whirlin’ Water Ad- venture Waterpark is available for private party rentals after Located in North Charleston at Wannamaker County Park, hours, a great option for corporate functions and other large Whirlin’ Waters is the largest waterpark in the Charleston groups seeking entertainment and summertime fun. The park area and offers attractions for all ages. Whirlin’ Waters is also features Luau Landing, a private rental grassy picnic area home to Otter Bay kiddie pool area, The Big Splash Tree specifically designed for group use. House, Lily Pad Lagoon toddler play area, Rollin’ River lazy river, the large Big Kahuna pool, Tubular Twister slide com- The park is open for normal operations from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. plex, and the 347-foot-tall Riptide Run racer slide. Some daily until Aug. 15, and then weekends only through Labor attractions have minimum height restrictions to participate. Day. For more information on Whirlin’ Waters, visit Charles- tonCountyParks.com, where you will find “Everything Under Lifeguards will be on duty throughout the evening. Admission the Sun.” to Special Needs Swim Night is $9 per person attending.

Events, Parks, and Programs

Charleston Sprint Triathlon Series

The 2014 Charleston Sprint Triathlon Series wraps up with a Showing the true spirit of the series, Academic Magnet com- bang on Sunday, August 10. Founders, Paul and Kathleen King, petitors, Emma Crowfoot and Cassidy Rindge, chose to cross will be honored with an official send-off party complete with the finish line together so that one does not beat the other. live music by the Dunderchiefs, breakfast from Black Bean Co, and special guest speakers in recognition of their role as the original purveyors of the sprint triathlon movement in Charleston and to commemorate their retirement as the Sprint Tri- athlon race directors. After 24 years of dedication to the sprint triathlon community, the Kings have decided to hand the reins over to Charleston Coun- ty Park and Recreation Commission.

Be Fit, Charleston!

This fitness festival and farmer’s market for the whole family will happen on September 6 at Old Towne Creek County Park. Sign up for the CSA fall season to receive locally grown produce from Ambrose Family Farm with pick up available at James Island, Palmetto Islands, and Wannamaker County Parks.

Cooper River Marina

SCORE Project @ Cooper River Marina

On a beautiful July morning the Cooper River Marina, in collaboration with the Depart- ment of Natural Resources, joined forces to complete a SCORE project in the muddy banks of the Cooper River. SCORE, or South Carolina Oyster Restoration Enhancement, is a program that restores and enhances oyster habitat by planting recycled oyster shells in an intertidal environment to help foster new, self-sustaining oyster reefs. Once established, oyster reefs provide habitat for fish, filter the water and provide ero- sion protection. Through this partnership we were able to showcase CCPRC’s ongoing commitment to being responsible stewards of the resources in which we have inherited.

Events, Parks, and Programs

International Soccer Players Visit Odyssey Summer Camp

This is the third time that Charleston Battery Soccer players The Odyssey Summer Camp at Baptist Hill was host to have provided this experience to the Baptist Hill camp pro- Charleston Battery Soccer players on July 24 at the Schroder gram. This year players came from around the globe includ- Recreation Complex, conducting an afternoon clinic for ing Nigeria, Cuba, and Mexico. This International instructional campers. Two clinics were provided serving the nine year old, team makes this event very exciting and enlightening for the and ten-twelve year old groups. kids. Players teach fundamentals of the game in a very fun and exciting way, and end the clinic with a fun scrimmage. By the end of the clinics, the kids were worn out, smiling and had been in engaged in a truly special experience.

Odyssey Summer Camp Completes a Great Launch Season

Odyssey reached its destination with its final day on Friday, August 1. An average of 170 campers attended each day at our three community recreation communities: Johns Island, Baptist Hill, and McClellanville. Camp ran 7 weeks except in the Baptist Hill area, which ran 8 weeks, starting a week early to provide swim lessons as part of the summer county-wide rural swim program. Weekly participation averages for each site were: Baptist Hill – 60, St. Johns – 89, and McClellanville – 21.

This was a challenging summer for our camp staff and families, complicated in part by an odd schedule, which saw the Charleston County School District providing the EPIC academic program to students Monday-Thursday from 7:30am-Noon, followed by our own Odyssey Camp meeting Monday- Thursday from Noon-6pm, and all day on Friday.

While this coordination required extra effort to administer, We were very pleased to have a wonderful, accomplished, these programs complemented each other and ensured that and flexible staff administering our camp season this summer! parents had a full day of quality care for their children.

Events, Parks, and Programs

James Island County Park

Campers at James Island County Park Campground cele- brated the 4th of July this year with a decorated bicycle parade and, of course, a cookout. The parade included bikers of all ages and each was decorated with patriotic themes. Casey Walters, summer recreation aide at CCPRC, organized the parade and served as the parade marshal.

After the parade, a cookout of hot dogs, baked beans, chips, watermelon and dessert was provided by the campground staff.

The campground served over 150 campers during the cookout which was held in the game area at the campground.

This celebration continues to be a big hit with the campers, many of which return each year to participate.

Mullet Hall Equestrian Center

Trail Blazers Walk/Run to a 5K

Trail Blazers Walk/Run to a 5K begins this September at Mul- let Hall Equestrian Center, Laurel Hill, and Wannamaker County Parks. Hone your running skills on the trails of some of most sought after county parks this fall. Twice weekly sessions focus on mental and physical endurance, form, agility, and cross training. The Mullet Hall and Laurel Hill programs prepare participants for the Lowcountry Trail 5K Saturday, October 11; the Wannamaker County Park program prepares participants for rUNdead 5K Saturday, October 25. (Race Registration Included) ..

Events, Parks, and Programs

Mullet Hall Equestrian Center

Bob Bell and the Classic Company recently held the 22nd Annual Charleston Summer Classic Horseshow at Mullet Hall Equestrian Center. Approximately 450 horses participated in the show, making it the largest show MHEC has ever hosted. Ring 5 recently received a new, permanent white fence that seemed to glisten in the rain and the sun. Next year’s show has the potential to welcome 500 horses and their owners/riders. That’s good for MHEC, PRC and the local economy!

The McLeod Plantation Interpretive Master Planning team recently completed work on some major interpretive products that will be used to educate visitors about the history of this special site. The waysides, exhibits, and an ori- entation map that are now being manufactured are the result of over a year’s worth of planning and research including countless text drafts and image searches. The educational signs will give the McLeod Plantation visitor the opportunity for a plantation experience like no other in Charleston. Their purpose is to convey a compelling message about African Amer- icans’ experiences on SC sea islands with an emphasis on the transition to freedom experienced by generations of African Americans that lived at McLeod Plantation from 1851 to 1990.

In all, twelve signs have been completed. A couple of examples can be seen here.

Events, Parks, and Programs

Palmetto Islands County Park

Mowing the Dog Park "Like a Boss" Lynn Jenness, District 1 Assistant Director, did an excellent job with the “Wednesday’s Mowing and Blowing” routine at the Palmetto Islands Dog Park. Lynn had the dog park ready for the public by 10 a.m. as scheduled. Next, expect to see Lynn testing her skill on the Gang Reel Mower as she manicures the PICP meadow.

Wannamaker County Park

Baggage Claim! One recent Wednesday morning at 9:30 a.m. a Bahamian cruise ship docked at the Charleston Port with a family of four vacationing from Boston on board. Their return flight back to Boston was not scheduled to leave Charleston until 5:00 p.m. With so much time on their hands, they decided to take a taxi to WCP Whirlin’ Waters Adventure Waterpark for a day of fun. What a great way to end a vacation! Not having a place to leave their luggage from their cruise, the Whirlin’ Waters staff showed excellent customer service by storing their luggage in the Splash Office. Not only is the office staff prepared for splash passes and coolers, but even the occa- sional vacationers’ luggage! Doing whatever it takes to be of service to our customers.

Fall Sports Preview Johns Island “Back to School Bash”

It’s not too early to begin thinking about our fall sports sea- The Johns Island Community Recreation team is hosting a son. This fall staff plans to implement the following programs “Back to School Bash”, Saturday, August 16 from 9am to 1pm in our rural communities. McClellanville will host youth tackle at the Haut Gap Recreation Complex. Students and their par- and flag football, and youth volleyball; Johns Island will host ents living on Johns and Wadmalaw Islands, are invited to youth tackle and flag football, youth cheerleading and wom- drop by to meet school principals, athletics teams, and com- en’s volleyball league; Baptist Hill will host youth tackle and munity partners. Additional activities will include a jump cas- flag football, youth cheerleading, a youth football clinic, and tle, music, vendors, a soccer game, middle school scrimmage, the punt, pass and kick competition on Saturday, September and as long as supplies last, complimentary school supplies, 6. fun, games, and refreshments.

Registration for these programs is available at the CCPRC Yoga Unplugged website GOnline application, and through Parks and Program Services. On-site registration dates have been set for each Bask in the sights and sounds of the beach during the moving location, affording residents an additional and convenient sunset yoga series complete with live acoustic music. Pro- method for registering for these fall programs. grams will feature instructor Chelsea Atilla, Sola Yoga, and musicians Thomas Champagne and Gary Erwin at Folly Beach County Park; instructor Alex Mirzayan, Charleston Power Yo- ga, and musicians Susan Conant and Gregory Guay at Isle of Palms County Park.

Partnerships & Community Outreach

Charleston RiverDogs: CCPRC renewed our partnership and we were onsite to promote Charleston County Parks’ events and pass sales at the Family Sunday games.

Public Perspective

Customer Quotes:

“The staff was fabulous. I also loved how they accen- tuate the positive and the great things the kids did during the day. I loved hearing and signing the positive reports! This is one of my kids' favorite camps!” Explorers Camp Parent

“Our naturalist guide had boundless energy and en- thusiasm about the wonders of the beach coast environment.” Photography Series Participant

“Course setup is perfect for participants and for guests; course management was great - closing the road or getting preferred access for bike leg. Loved the event as a first timer and will do it again.” Charleston Sprint Triathlon Series Participant

“The band, Permanent Vacation, was great, and the fireworks amazing. I did not know about this little gem of a spot, and will definitely be back to the Mt. Pleasant pier!” Uncle Sam Jam Attendee

“Liked energy and attention of counselors, especially due to counselor/camper ratio; liked educational component; appreciated that it was full day; appreciated skills training, encouragement.” Junior Lifeguard Camp Parent

“Excellent, knowledgeable guide able and willing to adapt to participant questions.” Nature Rambles- Observing Old Towne Participant

Stats-Parks & Program Services

Total Calls In: 17,749 Online: $ 68,206

Average Talk Time: 2.28 Front Desk: $ 388,044

Average Wait Time: 0.40 Total Revenue: $ 456,250

Group Sales & Sponsorship

Through Corporate Online Pass Sales and satellite sales opportunities, companies can purchase discounted park passes and tickets. In July, the following companies purchased Gold Passes, Splash Passes, and waterpark tickets generating $14,748.

Corporate Online Pass Sales: $8,053

 Benefitfocus: $117 (2 Gold Passes)

 Berkeley County Government: $216 (3 Super Splash Passes)

 Boeing: $1,656 (16 Gold Passes and 10 Super Splash Passes)

 Bosch: $234 (4 Gold Passes)

 Charleston County School District: $936 (16 Gold Passes)

 Charleston County Government: $391 (5 Gold Passes and 2 Basic Splash Passes)

 The Citadel: $117 (2 Gold Passes)

 City of Charleston: $175 (3 Gold Passes)

 College of Charleston: $364 (5 Gold Passes and 1 Super Splash Pass)

 Gildan Activeware: $58 (1 Gold Pass)

 MUSC: $1,904 (27 Gold Passes, 4 Super Splash Passes and 3 Basic Splash Passes)

 Roper Hospital: $468 (8 Gold Passes)

 South State Bank (formerly First Federal): $288 (4 Super Splash Passes)

 Trident Health System: $652 (5 Gold Passes and 5 Super Splash Passes)

 VA Medical: $477 (2 Gold Passes and 5 Super Splash Passes)

Satellite Sales: $6,695

 MUSC: $6,695 (46 Gold Passes, 3 Super Splash Passes, 203 Whirlin’ Waters tickets, 118 Splash Zone tickets and 124 Splash Island tickets)

TOTAL PASS & TICKET SALES REVENUE

$200,000.00 $195,000.00 $190,000.00 $185,000.00

$180,000.00 Total Revenue $175,000.00 $170,000.00 $165,000.00 2012 YTD 2013 YTD 2014 YTD

Group Sales & Sponsorship

Sponsorship During the month of July, the following companies sponsored various special events, generating $19,042.*

Event Company Value Reggae Nights Summer Concert Southern Eagle $2,000 Bota Box $455 Thursday Night Boogie Southern Eagle $2,000 Bota Box $455 Shaggin’ on the Cooper Southern Eagle $2,000 Bota Box $455 SC Federal Credit Union $350 Yappy Hour Southern Eagle $2,000 Bota Box $455 Charleston Veterinary Referral Ctr $150 Charleston Animal Society $1,000 Crews Subaru of Charleston $2,000 Pups, Yups, & Food Trucks Southern Eagle $2,000 Bota Box $455 Charleston Animal Society $1,000 Crews Subaru of Charleston $2,000 Bluegreen Vacations $267

*Please note the companies listed above are sponsoring multiple events throughout the year; therefore their total investment is distributed among select events.

Safety Report

Lifeguards from CCPRC beaches spent two days in North Myrtle Beach, SC showcasing their skills while competing in the South Atlantic Lifeguard Championships held on July 9 and 10. The team, composed of 15 ocean rescue lifeguards, took home fourth overall in the “A” division, which is com- prised of lifeguard teams from the larger beach areas in the great feeder program for our lifeguards and we currently South Atlantic region of the United States Lifesaving Associa- have approximately 20 former Junior Guards working in a tion. variety of different lifeguarding and trainer positions. The ocean rescue and waterpark guards have performed Several Charleston County team members won individual approximately 150 first aids and made over 100 rescues to awards as well. Ryan Bing was named Region Champ in the this point in the summer. Open Men’s Division 2-kilometer Run. Stephen “2nd Place” At the end of June, the Safety Core Value Committee partici- Fernandez was the age group runner-up in the Surf Race, pated in the World’s Largest Swimming Lesson. This was an Board Race, Run-Swim-Run, and International Ironman. Lau- attempt to set a world record for the largest simultaneous ren Weeks won 3rd place in both the Open Women’s Divi- swimming lesson ever conducted around the globe. We are sion Board Race and International Ironwoman. Weeks also waiting for official confirmation, but it appears that we placed within the top 10 in the 2-kilometer Run and the Surf helped break the previous record with 35,700 participants Ski Race. Alex Parler took home 3rd place in the Open Men’s total. CCPRC held the half hour swim lesson at all three of Division Run-Swim-Run event. our waterparks and the rural pool.

July also saw the on-duty death of a lifeguard in Newport Beach California. Ben Carlson was a 15-year veteran of the Newport Beach Marine Division and was attempting a rescue of a swimmer in extreme surf and rip currents. The swimmer survived, but Ben did not. This was the first on-duty death in Newport Beach in their over 100 year history and serves to remind us how dangerous the job of a lifeguard can be. Sev- eral memorials were held for Ben including a “paddle out” where over 1000 participants paddled their surfboards out into the ocean to show respect. CCPRC guards also held a paddle out at each beach and photos of the event were sent to Ben’s family. We are in a profession where we are all truly “Lifeguards for Life”.

Also in July, swim lessons were given to children at St. James Santee and Angel Oak Elementary as part of our rural swim lesson initiative. The Junior Lifeguard program continues to be a big success and we saw 77 participants in July. The Junior program is run at Isle of Palms County Park and Folly Beach County Park for one or two week sessions. Junior Guards spend their time learning about the jobs of ocean rescue and waterpark guards. They run, swim and learn how to use rescue equipment as well as visiting the waterparks one day of the program and learning about the aquatic environment. This is a

Stats-Web 07/01 - 07/31

Website Visitor Summary CharlestonCountyParks.com

Visits Unique Visitors Page Views Unique Page Views

July 2014: 85,746 July 2014: 72,227 July 2014: 409,465 July 2014: 247,143

How Are They Finding Us? Most Popular Pages 1. Charlestoncvb.com 11. Facebook mobile 1. Home page 11. Extra Value Days 2. Yahoo 12. Yelllowpages.com 2. Waterparks 12. Beach Parks 3. IOP.net 13. TripAdvisor.com 3. Whirlin Waters 13. Folly Beach CP 4. CharlestonFamilyFun.com 14. GoodSamClub.com 4. Campground & Cottages 14. IOP County Park 5. FollyBeach.com 15. Halfmarathons.net 5. Campground 15. Cottages 6. ChasWeddingGuide.com 16. TripBuzz.com 6. James Island County Park 16. Beach Parks 7. Sciway.net 17. RunningInTheUSA.com 7. Splash Zone 17. Beachwalker 8. Facebook.com 18. KiawahIsland.org 8. Parks & Facilities 18. Wedding Venues 9. GoodSamCamping.com 19. BorrowedandBlue.com 9. Splash Island 19. CSTS 10. Waterparks.com 20. CityOfFollyBeach.com 10. Wannamaker 20. Splash Passes

Facebook Engagement

Email Marketing

Overall Metrics 23.5% Open rate (888,866) 14% Clicks (124,279)

Last 3 Months 32.2% Open rate (68,116) 14.6% Clicks (9,937)

Stats-Attendance **IncludesWaterpark, and attendanceHFOL, C&C waterpark *Includes attendance. Attendance 1314 vs1415 vs1415 1314 Attendance Occupancy Occupancy Occupancy Attendance YTD 1213 YTD 1213 YTD YTD 1415 YTD 1415 YTD 1314 YTD 1415 YTD 1314 YTD 1314 YTD 1213 YTD 1415 1314YTD Vehicles Vehicles 1314vs Vehicles Variance 1415 % % Campsites 26,208 25,474 24,933 7,216 6,402 6,239 BWP PICP* 91% 13% 88% 88% 814 734 3% Cottages 13,850 90,901 77,051 77,011 1,145 6,567 5,422 JICP** 100% FBCP 99% 21% 98% 18% 0 16,162 14,368 13,838 93,816 84,281 91,146 Marina 1,794 9,535 WCP* 96% 12% 98% 96% 11% IOP 29,945 26,192 20,077 TOTAL Bulow* 3,753 14% 32% 48% 28% CAW 199 916 717 700 6% YTD Attendance 1314 vs. YTD Attendance1415 1314 13,150 11,500 10,500 1,650 MHEC 14% 53,258 50,727 44,049 FB Pier FB 2,531 5% Attendance Attendance Attendance YTD 1213 YTD YTD 1415 1314YTD 1314vs MP Pier MP 40,150 32,788 30,951 7,362 1415 22% % 100,000 150,000 200,000 250,000 300,000 350,000 400,000 450,000 Attendance 50,000 0 15,257 14,972 15,663 22,828 22,541 21,356 BWP 285 287 2% 1% SI Attendance YTD 1213 YTD 337,642 28,071 28,356 33,353 15,890 14,609 1,281 -285 FBCP -1% 9% SZ 0 Attendance YTD 1314 YTD 361,929 58,509 52,928 60,665 47,351 41,882 36,943 5,581 5,469 WW 11% 13% IOP Attendance YTD 1415 YTD 404,679 101,837 109,681 96,256 TOTAL 5,581 Bulow 33% 212 160 6% 52 54 LaurelHill -100% -200 200 0 0 404,679 361,929 337,642 42,750 TOTAL 12%

Stats-Attendance 3 2 1 Bulow is closed in closed January is Bulow for maintenance waterpark,and attendance.Includes HFOL, C&C Includes waterpark attendance. waterpark attendance. Includes Attendance Attendance Attendance 2013 vs 2014 2013 vs 2014 Occupancy Occupancy Occupancy July 2014 July 2013 July 2012 July 2014 July 2014 July July 2013 July 2012 July 2013 July 2012 July Vehicles Vehicles Vehicles Variance Variance % % Campsites 26,208 25,474 24,933 7,216 6,402 6,239 PICP BWP 91% 13% 88% 88% 814 734 3% 1 13,850 90,901 77,051 77,011 Cottages 1,145 6,567 5,422 100% FBCP JICP 99% 21% 98% 18% 0 2 16,162 14,368 13,838 93,816 84,281 91,146 WCP 1,794 9,535 Marina 96% 12% 98% 96% 11% IOP 1 29,945 26,192 20,077 TOTAL 3,753 CAW 32% 14% 48% Bulow 28% 199 916 717 700 6% Facility Attendence July 2014 vs 2015 July 2014 July Attendence Facility 10,500 13,150 11,500 MHEC 1,650 14% FB PIER FB 53,258 50,727 44,049 2,531 5% Attendance Attendance Attendance 2013 vs 2014 July 2014 July July 2013 July 2012 July MP Pier MP Variance 40,150 32,788 30,951 Attendance 7,362 22% 100,000 150,000 200,000 250,000 300,000 350,000 400,000 450,000 % 50,000 0 15,257 14,972 15,663 22,828 22,541 21,356 Attendance BWP July2012 285 287 337,642 2% 1% SI 28,071 28,356 33,353 15,890 14,609 1,281 FBCP -285 -1% 9% SZ 0 Attendance July2013 Attendance 361,929 58,509 52,928 60,665 47,351 41,882 36,943 5,581 5,469 WW 11% 13% IOP Attendance July2014 404,679 101,837 109,681 Bulow 96,256 TOTAL 5,581 33% 212 160 6% 52 54 3 Laurel Hill Laurel -100% -200 200 0 0 404,679 361,929 337,642 42,750 TOTAL 12% Rain: 7.41" Rain: 91.2 Temp: 5.35" Rain: 89.1 Temp: 4.78" Rain: 93.2 Temp:

Planning Division

Commission Update August 2014 Planning Division Project Update

James Island County Park Master Plan Update

The Planning Division has been working with CCPRC staff to update the master plan for James Island County Park. The master planning process has explored opons for the relocaon of facilies that will be impacted by the proposed Mark Clark Expressway, including the climbing wall, challenge course, and park administrave offices. Addionally, opportunies to provide new features such as a skate park, a zip‐line, overnight facility expansion and a building for recreaon programs are being explored. A mul‐site evaluaon will be performed to idenfy the most suitable locaon for the future administrave offices. Once decisions have been made regarding locaons for the offices and skate park, the dra plan can be finalized.

DRAFT Master Plan for James Island County Park