What’s Happening...

Spring/Summer 2016

City of Longwood Leisure Service It Starts in Parks

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What’s Happening… Spring/Summer 2016 City Officials Joe Durso, Mayor District 2

Ben Paris, Deputy Mayor District 3

How To Contact Us John C. Maingot, Commissioner Leisure Services Department District 1

840 Orange Ave Longwood, FL 32750

Phone: (407) 260 - 3484 Mark Weller, Commissioner Fax: (407) 260 - 3491 District 4

E-mail: [email protected]

This guide to leisure and recreation opportunities in Longwood is published by Brian Sackett, Commissioner our recreation staff. In addition to being a District 5 program guide for residents, it serves as an introduction to the department’s diverse contributions to Longwood’s high quality-of-life.

Parks & Recreation What's Inside Advisory Board Members Table of Contents

Lori Rice, Chair 2 Dave Putz, Vice Chair Welcome Page/Table of Contents Michelle Hendrix, Member 3 Judi Coad, Member Leisure Programs James Vogel, Member Leisure Programs & Local Events 4 Bruce Harnage, Member Adult/Youth Athletics 5 Special Events 6 Longwood Community Building 7 Park Amenities 8 Park Facility Rentals 9

Page 2 Spring/Summer 2016 Leisure Programs

Art Livz Oil Painting AGES: 8 & Up Meditation/Moving for Better Balance Come to learn or perfect your oil Moving For Better Balance (MFBB) is a 12 week course that incorporates Yang– style Tai Chi for painting skills! improved balance and overall health. Falls are the leading cause of injuries for adults age 65 and DAY TIME FEE LOCATION older. Tai Chi has been proven to reduce the amount of injuries due to falls. The Mindfulness Friday 6:00 - 9:00pm $20/class Longwood Elem. Meditation program will familiarize participants (adults) with the basics of meditation practices. Each Saturday 9:00 - 12:00pm $20/class Longwood Elem. session will include guided meditation and (youth & adults) practices. Both courses will require work outside Contact Linda at (321) 945 - 5621 or [email protected] of the lessons to supplement teachings. CLASS DAY/TIME Line Dancing AGES:16 & Up Moving for Better Balance Mon/Wed - 3:30-4:30pm Mindfulness/Meditation Monday - 6:00 - 7:00 pm If you always wanted to learn to line dance now is the chance to learn from FEE MFBB (12 Weeks/24 Sessions): $120 the best. Joy Hinkle has been teaching Meditation (12 Weeks/12 Sessions): $60 line dancing for over 30 years to people of all ages. Put on your leather soled shoes and start enjoying the fun of line dancing.

DAY LOCATION For more information, contact Morris Sullivan at (386) 738-3715! Monday from 7:00 to 8:00 PM Longwood Elementary

FEE Slim Trim/Pilates Class

1 Session : $45 or $40 for Seniors (60+) Ages 18 & Up (1 Session = 7 classes) Exercise includes strength training for every major For more information call Joy at (407) 695-1023 muscle along with stretching for a balanced functional [email protected] training workout. Men and women welcome. DAY Smart Health Yoga Ages: 4 to 12 Tuesday (5:45-6:45PM) This class will help build mental focus in young Thursday(7:00-8:00PM) children and help them relax the mind, while Feb 25th - April 14th (Off—March 24) increasing blood circulation, flexibility and posture.

DAY TIME LOCATION LOCATION Wednesday 4:30 –5:30pm Longwood Elem. Longwood Elementary School

FEE FEE Classes will be $40 per month ($10/class) 1 session(7 weeks): $40 or $35 for Seniors (60+)

Contact Ms. K at [email protected] for Contact Joy Hinkle, instructor 407-695-1023 or [email protected] more information

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Zumba/Pilates/Yoga Ages: 16 & Up Seido – Karate Martial Arts This class is designed through various dance moves to increase coordination, AGES: 5 - 18 & up

cardiovascular fitness, and flexibility Classes are located at using resistant bands, free weights, Longwood Elementary School and gym balls. (please bring mat & water) (840 Orange Ave.)

DAY DAY TIME FEE Zumba/Pilates/Yoga - Thursday (6:00-7:00PM) Beginners - Tuesday (7:00-8:00PM) Mon 5:00- 6:00 pm $8 Children FEE Thur 5:00 - 6:00 pm $8 Children Mon 6:00 - 7:00 pm $8 teens/adults 1 Session : $40 or $35 for Seniors (60+) (1 Session = 7 classes) -- March 1st—April 19 (off– March 22) Thur 6:00 - 7:00 pm $8 teens/adults

All classes held at Longwood Elementary. For more information For more information call Sensei Gil (407) 921 - 6775 call Joy at (407) 695-1023

Longwood Dance There will be a weekly dance (ballroom, line dance) every Sunday at Longwood Elementary (840 Orange Ave). The dance will last from 7-9:30pm and there will be live music and light refreshments. Cost is $6/person. For more info, call (407) 260-3484 or check our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/LongwoodLeisureServices for the most updated band list!

Longwood Summer Swim Days Longwood Elementary has available rental space!!! Lyman High School Pool The City of Longwood Leisure Services Department is currently We will be partnering with Lyman High located at Longwood Elementary School. Within the school, there are School this summer to offer open swim for several areas that can be rented to accommodate just about any type Residents & Non-Residents! Details on of activity. Below are the different spaces available with pricing. prices and dates will be posted to our Facebook page in the coming months. Lyman If you have any interest in renting space please contact Karen Behling

High School pool is located at 865 S. Ronald at (407) 260 - 3483 or [email protected]. Reagan Blvd. Longwood, FL 32750

Auditorium $25.00/hour

Cafeteria $25.00/hour

Music Room/classroom $25.00/hour

Playground/covered $25.00/hour (4 hr & 8 hr blocks per pavilion day)

Outside field $15.00/hour

Longwood Elementary School is located at 840 Orange Ave

Page 4 Spring/Summer 2016 Adult/Youth Athletics

Longwood Babe Ruth

Baseball Divisions and Fees

T-Ball (age 4-6) $50 (Free to 1st time T-ballers) Rookies (age 7 or 8) $75.00 Minors (age 9 or 10) $90.00 Majors (age 11 or 12) $ 90.00 Babe Ruth (ages 13-15) $100.00 Seniors (ages 16-18)$100.00

Fast Pitch Divisions and Fees

6u (age 4-6) $65.00 (Free to 1st time T-ballers) 8u (ages 7 & 8) $90.00 (machine pitch) 10u (ages 9 & 10) $95.00 (player pitch) Candyland Skate Park is a free skate park. Anyone 12u (ages 11 & 12) $100.00 under 17 must have a parent/guardian sign a release 14u (ages 13 & 14) $100.00 form. Pick them up at Longwood Elementary! 16u (ages 15 & 16) $100.00 For more information go to www.longwoodbaberuth.com Adult Co-Ed Softball League Futsal Registration every February & August The City of Longwood has a regulation Come and sign your team up for the fall or spring size Futsal Court that is available for co-ed softball league. The league is comparable to use at Candyland Park. There is no “B” or “C” level play in the softball community. cost for pick up games during the day- Team Fee—$375 light hours but the court can be rented and reserved  10 game schedule for a fee.  6 team maximum For information on fees & registration call (407) 260-3484  No residency requirements  1st, 2nd & 3rd place prize Lessons  Games are Friday nights at Candyland Park at Come join us at Candyland Park for a lessons with 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30pm Longwood Tennis Academy  ASA rules will apply to league Tuesdays: Thursdays:  Games start in September and March Ladies Mornings - 9:00-10:00AM Tiny Tots (3-4 yrs) - 3:30– 4:30 For more information call (407) 260-3484l.org Tiny Tots( 3-4yrs) - 3:30-4:15PM Orange Ball: 4:00– 5:00PM Addresses & Contact Info. Red Ball (5-8 yrs) 4:15-5:15PM Academy Club (9+ yrs): 5:15-6:16PM All athletic programs are held at Candyland Adult’s Clinic: 6:45– 7:45PM Park, 599 Longdale Ave., Longwood, FL 32750. Call (407) 260 - 3484 if you have any questions.

For more information on pricing, please call 407-485-5671

Page 5 Spring/Summer 2016 Community Events

Longwood Community Yard Sale Downtown Longwood Cruise In Third Saturday of Every Month The City of Longwood will host the “Downtown Longwood Cruise In” car show on the 2nd Saturday of every month from 5:00 – 8:00pm

in the historic district of Longwood. There will be spectacular car displays, gourmet food trucks and a Have goods around your house or business that you D.J. for the event. Free Admission. would like to get money for and want a bigger For more information contact (407) 260-3484 audience to sell to? Take them to the Longwood [email protected] Community Yard Sale (Beginning May 21st,2016 and continuing on the 3rd Saturday of every month). For as low as $10 (community) or $15 Summer Camp (business), sell as much as you can fit in your spot. Ages: 1st to 8th grade Stop by and check out some great deals as well! Con- June 1 - August 7 tact(407) 260-3497 or email [email protected] for more information. Big Red Bus will also be giving Camp Location: Longwood Elementary School away a movie ticket for every blood donor! Chairs and Registration is on-going beginning in April and tables are available for rental if needed for only $5! forms can be found on the City’s website or at Longwood Elementary School (840 Orange Ave.). Longwood Summer Swim Days Leisure Services Day Camp is Monday through Lyman High School Pool ( 865 S. Ronald Reagan Blvd.) Friday from 7:00am - 6:00pm and lunch is provided. For more information about camp prices & field trips , please contact 407-260-3483.

Father Daughter Dance We will be partnering with Lyman High School this Wednesday June 15, summer to offer open swim for Residents & Non-Residents! Details on prices and dates will be 7:00 - 9:00 pm posted to our Facebook page in the months leading up to the start date. Fathers and daughters please join us at the Longwood Community Building (200 W. Warren Vietnam Traveling Wall Ave) on Wednesday, June 15th from 7:00 pm until 9:00 pm for the Father & Daughter Dance. The Vietnam Traveling Wall will be coming to the Tickets are $5.00 per couple and $2.50 for anyone City of Longwood on Wednesday, June 8th, 2016 extra. Light refreshments will be available. Please RSVP to (407) 260 - 3484 in advance. through Sunday, June 12th, 2016 at Reiter Park. This 300-foot replica of the Vietnam Senior Matinee Veterans Memorial honors the more than 3 million On the third Wednesday of every month there will veterans who served in the Armed Forces during be a free moving showing on a movie the Vietnam War. The tribute will be available 24 theater style projection screen at the Longwood hours a day to pay respect. Community Building at 1:30pm. For more information call (407) 260-3484 Page 6 Spring/SummerFall/Winter 2016

Longwood Community Building

The Community Building

200 West Warren Avenue Longwood, FL 32750

Contact: [email protected] (407) 260-3483

To check available dates go to www.longwoodfl.org

The Longwood Community Building is the jewel of the City's historic downtown area. Located off of State Road 434 and Ronald Reagan Boulevard, on the corner of Wilma Street and West Warren Avenue. The building provides the ideal location for business meetings, weddings, receptions, banquets, parties, and retreats. Rentals are available on a block basis. This beautiful Victorian home is approximately 9,000 square feet, including the carriage house. The building's maximum capacity is 169.

Non-Resident or Non- City Commercial/Business $150.00 per hour + tax

City Residents (Proof of City residency is required), church groups, civic groups, fraternal groups, or community groups located in the City of Longwood. City commercial/business (proof of City Occupational $65.00 per hour + tax License is required) for the sole purpose of promoting their commercial/ business enterprise

Security Deposit (required) $200.00 (refundable) Audio/Visual Rental (optional) $50.00

Bridal/Groom’s Room (optional) $150.00

Conference Room City Resident $25.00 per hour + tax Conference Room Non-Resident $125.00 per hour + tax

*IMPORTANT* Please note that reservations will not be held until a facility contract is signed and deposit received. At the same time the contract is signed, 50% of all fees and deposits are due. The remaining balance is due 30 days prior to the event.

Page 7 Spring/Summer 2016 Park Facility Rentals

Pavilion Rentals (Candyland Park)

Half Day Rental $21.40 (tax included)

Full Day Rental $42.80 (tax included)

Half day rentals are available from 9:00 - 1:00pm or 2:00 - 6:00pm. A full day rental will be good for 8 hours and can be used anytime from 9:00 - 9:00pm.

Baseball Fields, Batting Cages/Bull Pens and other court rentals

Ball Field (9-5pm): $15.00 per hour (2 hour minimum) Ball Field (5-10pm): $25.00 per hour (2 hour minimum) Batting Cage: $10.00 per hour Bull Pen: $10.00 per hour Court (9-5pm): $15.00 per hour Basketball Court (5-10pm): $25.00 per hour Futsal Court (9-5pm): $15.00 per hour Futsal Court (5-10pm): $25.00 per hour Tennis Courts (8-5pm): $2.00 per hour Tennis Courts (5-10pm) $4.00 per hour

***IMPORTANT*** In order to secure a park facility rental, contact (407) 260-3484 or [email protected] to check availability. Once it is determined that the date of interest is open, a Recreation Facility Reservation Form must be filled out. At this time, the City will accept payment for the rentals. Rental forms can be obtained by going to www.longwoodfl.org.

Come and visit our dog park at Arbor Park across the street from Candyland Park. The ad- dress is 1405 N. Grant St. It is free to the public!

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Park Amenities

Shadow Hill Shadow Candyland Park Sandalwood Park Park Smallworld Park Longwood Elementary

Raven Park Raven Arbor Park Arbor DogPark Reiter Park

Magnolia Park HighlandHills

Baseball Fields ●

Basketball Courts-lighted ●

Basketball Courts-non lit ● ● ● ● ●

Concession Stand ● Cooking Grill ●

Multi-Purpose Court/Field ● ● ● ● Pavilion ● ● ● Picnic Shelter ● ● ● ● ● Playground ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Restrooms ● ● Softball Fields ● ● Skate Park ● Tennis Courts ● ● Lake/Pond ● ●

For the location of our parks go to www.longwoodfl.org/content/104/157/195/293/default.aspx

Page 9 Spring/Summer 2016 Duty to A.C.T. Accountability - Consistency – Transparency Chief David P. Dowda

OPERATION SAFE MEDICINE Police Explorer Post 212 In response to the growing demand for a safe and convenient way to dispose of expired or unused household medications, the Longwood Police Department has installed a secure drop box in the lobby of the station which can be accessed Monday- Friday from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Officers empty the box daily, collect the contents and prepare for an eco-friendly disposal in accordance with Federal and State laws.

The Longwood Police Explorer program is a non-profit youth organization that seeks to provide males and females ages 14 to 20 with training that gives them an appreciation an understanding of LPD and SunRail Put Safety First organizational leadership. Throughout the course, special emphasis is placed on the importance of teamwork. For more information contact Advisors: [email protected]

Citizens on Patrol (C.O.P.) Program

The Longwood Police Department recently assigned two Patrol Officers to new Homeland Security posts around the SunRail station. The positions were made possible through a Department of Justice Community Oriented Policing Services grant. LPD, working closely with The City of Longwood C.O.P. volunteers are trained SunRail, FDOT and law enforcement throughout observers increasing the department’s presence in Seminole County, strive to have the safest station along the community as eyes and ears. Volunteers the tracks! For train safety information, visit: participate in a 52 hour training program with http://www.sunrail.com/about/rail-safety/ additional monthly training during staff meetings. Residents of Longwood or local business people with a vested interest in the Community are encouraged Accreditation to apply. Director Hickson and Chief Dowda officially received LPD’s For more information, contact (407) 263-2330 Commission for Law Enforcement Connect with us anytime! Accreditation in October 2014 at the www.longwoodfl.org/police ceremony held in Palm Harbor, Florida. www.facebook.com/ longwoodpolicedepartment

Page 10 Spring/Summer 2016 Fire Department Information Interim Chief Paul ross

Sharps Containers Sharps containers are storage devices for hazardous objects like syringes and needles. The containers can be dropped off for disposal at either Longwood Fire Station 7 days a week, between the hours of 8am and 5pm.

The City of Longwood Fire Department is a full service Fire Rescue / EMS agency. We service the City of Longwood and Longwood Fire Department teaching the children at Northland about fire safety. surrounding locales in Seminole County from 2 Fire Stations, and an Administrative Headquarters/Training Public Education Facility. Each year we respond to over 4,200 911 calls with a staff of 44 State Certified Firefighting / EMS Personnel The Longwood Fire Department provides a number of (including Chief Officers) providing coverage 24/7. We community education programs such as fire engine tours, also provide Fire Prevention, including Fire & Life Safety fire station tours, fire extinguisher training, school visits, Inspections. and Plans Review through our Fire Marshal’s fire safety talks , etc.. For information regarding these Office. We are “Proud to Serve—So Others May Live”. services or to set up an appointment, please contact the Fire Marshal’s office at 407-260-3460 or [email protected]. Community Relations Free blood pressure checks are available at both City Fire Stations.

Project Safe Place CERT=Community Emergency Response Team Project Safe Place is a national crisis CERT Team members are citizens trained to provide prevention program for children and teens. support to their neighbors and Public Safety Officials during times of disaster and emergency. Fire Department instructors If a young person needs help for any reason, he or offer this program twice a year. Watch the City’s Website for she can go to either of the Longwood Fire Stations. These the next course registration. buildings proudly display the Safe Place sign. Personnel here are trained to call a 24 hour help line, and a safe place case worker will immediately be sent to assess the situation, and provide assistance. Safe Place is a safe haven for mothers in distress.

Smoke Detector Program Longwood Fire Department

The program is for residential occupancies within the city and is free of charge. Call the Fire Marshal or stop by the Station 15 - 301 W. Warren Ave fire station any time of the week to make an appointment to Station 17 - 300 Wayman St. have the detectors safely installed. Fire Admin.– 840 Orange Ave. Fire Marshal: (407) 260 - 3460 or (407) 665-5100 for after 5:00pm 407-260-3490 www.longwoodfl.org

Page 11 Spring/Summer 2016 Important City and County Contacts

Phone Fax COMMISSIONERS - City Hall, 175 W. Warren Avenue 407/ 260-3419

John C. Maingot, Commissioner [District 1] – 848 Maraval Court 407/ 767-0426(H) Joe Durso, Mayor [District 2] – 301 Tullis Avenue 407/ 722-1155(C) Ben Paris, Deputy Mayor [District 3] – 551 East Church Avenue 321/ 239-3361(C) Mark Weller, Commissioner [District 4] – 112 Citrus Tree Lane 407/ 580-5513 (C) Brian D. Sackett, Commissioner [District 5] – 399 Harbour Isle Way 407/ 362-1746(H) ADMINISTRATION - City Hall, 175 W. Warren Avenue 407/ 260-3419 MAIN NUMBER 407/ 260-3440 CITY CLERK - City Hall, 175 W. Warren Avenue 407/ 260-3419 City Clerk 407/ 260-3441

UTILITIES/CUSTOMER SERVICE - 155 W. Warren Ave. 407/ 260-3451 MAIN NUMBER 407/ 260-3470

POLICE DEPARTMENT- 235 W. Church Avenue 407/ 332-4780 EMERGENCY 9 1 1 Dispatch (Non-Emergency) 407/ 339-1297 Reception Main Phone Number (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) 407/ 260-3400

Community Relations Citizens on Patrol--(COP)--Chief Eugene Gray 407/ 263-2330

Code Enforcement 407/ 260-3492 Code Enforcement Main Number 407/ 260-3409

FIRE DEPARTMENT ADMIN- Longwood Elementary School, 840 Orange Avenue 407/ 260-3491 EMERGENCY 9 1 1 Main number (non-emergency) 407/ 260-3490

COMM. DEVELOPMENT (Building & Planning) - 174 W. Church Avenue PLANNING DEPT. MAIN NUMBER 407/ 260-3462 407/263-2336

BUILDING DEPT. MAIN NUMBER 407/ 260-3464 407/263-2348

LEISURE SERVICES - Longwood Elementary School, 840 Orange Avenue 407/260-3491 MAIN NUMBER 407/260-3484

Community Building Reservations 407/ 260-3483

PUBLIC WORKS - 907 East SR 434 407/ 263-2390

MAIN NUMBER 407/ 831-6175

OTHER IMPORTANT NUMBERS

Poison Control Center………………………...………………………………………………………………….1-800-282-3171 Animal Services…………………………………………………………..(407) 665 - 5201/day & (407) 665 - 5110/after hours Abuse Hotline (child, elderly, disabled)……………………………………………………… …………...…1-800-96–ABUSE Child Protective Services/Sheriff’s Office…………………………………………………………………….(407) 665 - KIDS FOR ALL EMERGENCIES ALWAYS CALL 911