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CITY OF JACKSON PARKS

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A MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR

City of Jackson Citizens:

The Department of Parks and Recreation strives to accommodate and surpass the recreational and athletic needs of our citizens and welcomed guests. Each year, we accomplish this goal by maintaining and improving the quality of our facilities and ensuring the highest levels of safety for our 55 parks, community centers and other recreational facilities across the city.

We also strive to go beyond sporting and recreational events to develop educational programs for our youth. Our After School, Spring Break and Summer Youth Enhancement programs were designed to stimulate the motor, social and academic skills of young individuals. Whether through our Harvey Johnson, Jr., Mayor academic programs, holiday festivals or sporting events, the City of Jackson, Mississippi city of Jackson continues to attract thousands of citizens and welcomed guests through an array of programs the entire family can enjoy.

I applaud the hard work and dedication our staff performs every day to ensure the highest quality of life for the citizens of our great city, and I encourage everyone to utilize this publication as a gateway of knowledge to the number of programs and exciting events the Department of Parks and Recreation provides. We look forward to serving you!

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PAGE INTRODUCTION

Harvey Johnson, Jr., Mayor……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 1 Park Listing Map..……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 3 City of Jackson Park Locations……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4 Parks Has Game (Photos)………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 5

ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES

Administration Division…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6 Park Maintenance Division……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 7-8 Adopt-A-Park Form………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 9 Park Rangers…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 10 Rental & Program Fees…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 11 Golf Division……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 12 Mynelle Gardens………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 13 Smith Wills Stadium……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 14 The Jackson Zoo……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 15

ATHLETIC DIVISION

Buddy Butts Park: MS Karter Go-Kart Track, Capital City Radio Control Club, Tee Time Golf Driving Range, Youth Soccer & Youth Baseball…………………………………………………….. 16 Adult Sports………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 17-19 Youth Sports……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 20-22 Tennis Centers………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 23 Aquatics Division……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 24-26

PROGRAMMING DIVISION

Enhancement Programs (After School, Spring Break & Summer Programs)……………………………… 27 Aerobics, Karate, Judo & Dance Classes……………………………………………………………………………………………… 28 Special Events ………………………………………………………………………………………...... 29 Community Centers & Gymnasium Information……………………………………………………………………………… 30-33

The City of Jackson’s Department of Parks and Recreation is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability.

JPS Disclaimer: The distribution of this material does not constitute an endorsement or an indication of support by the Jackson Public School District. Parents and students should determine for themselves if they want to use the services. The school district accepts no liability in this matter.

CITY OF JACKSON PARK LOCATIONS

Park Location Amenities 1. Aaron Henry Park 3301 Center Street Playground, Basketball, Walking Trail 2. Alta Woods Park 2026 Alta Wood Blvd. Parking, Picnic Area, Playground 3. Batlefield Park 953 Porter Street Pavilion, Picnic Area, Playground, Tennis Courts, Swimming Pool , Basketball , Parking, Baseball/Softball, Community Center 4. Belhaven Park 1000 Poplar Blvd. Greenspace 5. Belhaven Heights Park 750 Madison Street Greenspace, Walking Trail 6. Benjamin Brown Park 1320 N. Mill Street Pavilion, Picnic Area, Playground, Parking, Basketball, Swimming Pool 7. Broadmoor Park 363 Broadmoor Street Playground, Picnic Area 8. Buddy Butts Park 6180 N. McRaven Street Parking, Model Airplane Track, Go-Kart Track, Golf Driving Range, Soccer 9. Fondren Park 3540 Northview Drive Playground, rope climber, walking trail/lighting, picnic tables, water fountain for the handicap. 10. Fairmont Park 1116 Fairmont Street Basketball 11. Farish Street 402 Farish Street Greenspace 12. Flowers Park 1960 Flowers Drive Baseball/Softball, Restroom Facility, Concessions, Playground, Parking 13. Forest Hill Park 1344 McCluer Road Baseball/Softball, Restroom Facility, Parking, Concessions 14. Grove Park 4126 Parkway Avenue Pavilion, Playground, Community Center, Picnic Area, Tennis Court, Swimming Pool, Basketball, Concessions, Restroom Facility, Parking, Walking Trail, Baseball/Softball 15. Grove Park Golf Course 1800 Walter (Dutch) Welch Drive Golf Course, Golf Pro-Shop 16. High Street 125 High Street Basketball 17. Jamie Fowler Boyll Park 1398 Lakeland Drive Picnic Area, Parking 18. Jaycee Park 1420 Bailey Avenue Picnic Area, Playground, Basketball 19. Jayne Avenue Park 3615 Jayne Avenue Community Center, Walking Trail, Basketball, Playground, Parking 20. Jones Center Park 2050 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Community Center, Basketball, Daycare, Playground, Swimming Pool, Parking 21. Kurts Gymnasium 125 Gymnasium Drive Gymnasium, Parking 22. Lakeland Youth Baseball 1399 Lakeland Drive Baseball/Softball, Batting Cage Complex 23. Hico Park 4851 Watkins Drive Flag Football, Pavilion, Aquatics, Picnic Area, Restroom Facility, Walking Trail, Tennis Court, Playground & Parking 24. Kevin Garnett Court Park 225 Kevin Garnett Court Playground 25. Laurel Street Park 1841 Laurel Street Playground & Picnic Area 26. Leavell Woods Park 347 Dona Drive Community Center, Walking Trail, Playground, Concessions, Restroom Facility, Parking, Picnic Area & Baseball/Softball 27. Manhattan Park 5401 Manhattan Road Picnic Area, Restroom Facility, Walking Trail, Parking & Playground 28. Medgar Evers Gymnasium 3157 Edwards Avenue Picnic Area, Daycare, Community Center, Pavilion, Basketball & Playground 29. Mynelle Gardens 4736 Clinton Blvd. Pavilion, Picnic Area, and Botanical Gardens 30. Northgate-Watkins Park 145 Northgate Drive Picnic Area & Parking 31. Parham Bridges Park 5055 Old Canton Road Pavilion, Playground, Picnic Area, Tennis Court, Walking Trail, Restroom Facility & Tennis Pro- Shop 32. Poindexter Park 825 W. Capitol Street Pavilion 33. Police Training Center 3000 St. Charles Road Restroom Facility, Concessions & Baseball/Softball 34. Presidential Hills I Park 1000 Flag Chapel Road Basketball, Playground, Baseball/Softball, Parking & Tennis Court 35. Presidential Hills II Park 3971 Flag Chapel Road Pavilion, Community Center, Swimming Pool, Picnic Area, Playground, Walking Trail 36. R. Jess Brown Park 1410 W. Capitol Street Pavilion, Basketball, Picnic Area, Parking 37. Rainbow Park 2001 Raymond Road Playground & Picnic Area 38. Raines Park 5260 Clinton Blvd. Walking Trail, Picnic Area, Parking & Playground 39. Road of Remembrance 401 Road of Remembrance Playground Park 40. Sheppard Park 2261 Belvedere Drive Picnic Area, Playground & Park Ranger 41. Sheppard Brothers Park 1355 Hattiesburg Street Senior Citizen Center, Park Ranger, Pavilion, Playground, Picnic Area, Basketball, Gymnasium, Parking, Walking Trail & Flag Football 42. Smith Park 502 Amite Street Picnic Area 43. Smith-Wills Stadium 1200 Lakeland Drive Parking, Stadium 44. Sonny Guy Golf Course 3200 Woodrow Wilson Drive Parking, Golf Course & Golf Pro-Shop 45. St. Paul Park 1000 Clover Hill Road Basketball 46. Sykes Park 520 Sykes Road Senior Citizen Center, Gymnasium, Baseball/Softball, Tennis Court, Playground, Concession, Restroom Facility & Parking 47. Tennis Center South 1517 McDowell Road Tennis Pro-Shop, Tennis Court, Swimming Pool, Parking, Restroom Facility, Playground 48. Terry Road Park 3877 Terry Road Parking, Playground & Picnic Area 49. Tougaloo Park 300 Brown Street Restroom Facility, Pavilion, Picnic Area, Playground, Parking & Walking Trail 50. V.A. Legion Softball 4500 Officer Thomas Catching Drive Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Restroom Facility, Concessions, Baseball/Softball & Parking Complex 51. Vine Street Park 310 Vine Street Pavilion, Picnic Area, Swimming Pool, Playground, Parking & Basketball 52. Westside Park 1445 Peach Place Gymnasium, Pavilion, Picnic Area, Parking, Tennis Court, Playground, Restroom Facility, Walking Trail & Baseball/Softball 53. Wightman Park 1700 Wightman Street Playground & Basketball 54. Willie Henry Park 5650 Beechwood Drive Parking, Pavilion, Playground, Walking Trail & Picnic Area 55. Woodrow Wilson Woodrow Wilson Walking Trail

PARKS HAS GAME!

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES

The Department of Parks and Recreation P. O. Box 17 350 West Woodrow Wilson Drive, Suite 311-C Jackson, MS 39205-0017

MAIN PHONE: (601) 960-0471 FAX: (601) 960-1576 Regular Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Monday – Friday) Administrative office will be closed on all national holidays.

Mission Statement The mission of the Department of Parks and Recreation is to enhance the overall physical and recreational needs of the public by promoting the quality of life and positive recreational programming through coaching, teaching, mentoring, preserving, protecting and enhancing its park lands and public green spaces.

Administrative Staff Directory A.C. Jimerson Director [email protected] 601-960-0716 Allen Jones Deputy Director [email protected] 601-960-0716 Patrice Bernard Executive Office Coordinator [email protected] 601-960-0716 Monica Hobson Secretary (Main Office Number) [email protected] 601-960-0471 Ralph Kelly Fiscal Officer [email protected] 601-960-0399 Lisa Wilson Recreation Manager Programming Division [email protected] 601-960-0635 Alonzo Banks Recreation Supervisor Programming Division [email protected] 601-960-0655 Pamela Jackson Administrative Clerk/ Programming Division [email protected] 601-960-0663 Reservationist Vacant Recreation Aide Programming Division 601-960-0643 John North Athletic Manager Athletic Division [email protected] 601-960-0629 Charles Melvin Athletic Supervisor Athletic Division [email protected] 601-960-2176 Angela Buck Youth Sports Coordinator Athletic Division [email protected] 601-960-0653 Vacant Adult Sports Coordinator Athletic Division 601-960-2173 Charles “Smarty Recreation Aide Athletic Division [email protected] 601-960-0631 Pants” King [email protected] Sherman Brown Recreation Aide Athletic Division 601-960-1883 Gregg Tripp Tennis Supervisor Athletic Division [email protected] 601-960-1388 Walter Jenkins, Jr. Golf Pro Park Maintenance Div. 601-960-1905

PARK MAINTENANCE FACILITY

2011 Gateway and Cornerstone Projects

 Reconstructed the flower bed at Pearl and Pascagoula.

 Planted flower beds at eight (8) of the gateway entrances.

 Added flowers around welcome signs and entrance ways into the city.

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City of Jackson Cemeteries

The Park Maintenance Division oversees the lawn c are and maintenance of six (6) city of Jackson cemeteries yearly. The last available cemetery plot was sold in May, 2011.

Cemeteries Acreage No. Of Graves First Burial Availability Cedarlawn 75.8 14,1470 1877 None Elmwood 6.3 634 N/A None *Greenwood 18.8 2,932 1821 None Lincoln 2.0 187 N/A None Mount Olive 3.9 207 N/A None Willow Park 7.0 2,748 Early 1950’s None

*Greenwood Cemetery is the final resting place of seven (7) governors, fourteen (14) mayors, eight (8) judges, twenty-four (24) clergymen and six (6) confederate generals. On January 10, 2011, Mayor Harvey Johnson, Jr. along with the Greenw ood Cemetery Restoration Association, signed a proclamation in support of the designation of the “Governor A.M. Scott Monument.” The monument is located in the Greenwood Cemetery as a Mississippi landmark.

PARK MAINTENANCE

Parks and Grounds Maintenance Administrative Office 4503 Officer Thomas Catchings Drive, Jackson, MS 39209 Main Office: (601) 960-1840 Fax: (601) 960-198 Office Hours: 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Monday – Friday

Mission Statement The mission of the Park Maintenance Division is to provide a quality experience for all park users by maintaining a safe, clean and aesthetically pleasing environment for all city of Jackson parks and designated green spaces; to maintain and preserve all park land for future generations and provide support for other division’s programmed activities.

Accomplishments

 Fondren Park (formerly named Cherokee Heights Park) –

Through a collaborative effort with the city of Jackson and Renaissance Group, the following features were added to Fondren Park: a walking trail with lighting; playground equipment (to include a rope climber); picnic tables were also installed, along with a water fountain for the handicap.

 Josh Halbert Gardens – Installed a new irrigation system and re -planted and mulched all flowerbeds at City Hall.

 V.A. Softball Complex – Installed new benches, built several ,new flowerbeds around softball areas; painted the Senior League field restrooms and put new tops on the existing dug outs and press box.

 Belhaven Heights – Installed a walking trail, benches and garbage receptacles.

 City Hall - Installed a new irrigation system.

ADOPT-A- PARK PROGRAM FORM

Date: Name of Organization: Address: City, State & Zip: Contact Person: Best Contact Phone Number: Email Address: Park or facility you would like to adopt:

Amount of time your organization or company is willing to commit:

Task(s) your organization or company are willing to assist the City of Jackson Department of Parks and Recreation with: ___ Plant flowers, shrubs, etc. ___ Donate playground equipment ___ Donate sports equipment ___ Other: ______

PARK RANGERS

Mission Statement

The mission of the Park Rangers Unit is to ensure the highest levels of safety for welcomed guests that visit the city’s 55 parks and recreational facilities. Established in 1999, the Park Ranger Division consists of sworn, state and locally- certified police officers who work under the authority of the Chief of Police, Rebecca Coleman. The Park Rangers also dedicate their time and effort to provide a safe environment for a variety of special events throughout the year.

To Serve & Protect! Featured left: Commander Duane Odom.

Featured below from left to right: Officer Daniel Stamps and Officer Clyde Jones.

RENTAL & PROGRAM FEES

PROGRAMMING AQUATICS

Community Center Reservation: Pool Admission (under 17 yrs. old) $1.00 4 hour minimum $100.00 Pool Admission (over 17 yrs. old) $1.50 Additional Hourly Rate $25.00 Swimming Instructions - (1 Week-1st Family Member) $10.00 Damage Deposit $200.00 Swimming Instructions - (1 Week-Additional Member) $7.50 Gymnasium Rental Pool Reservation - (2 Hour Maximum) $80.00 2 hour minimum $40.00 Pool Reservation - (Non-Refundable Deposit $20.00 Additional Hourly Rate $20.00 Summer Enhancement Program (7 weeks) $70.00 Dance Lessons (Per Class) $15.00 Dance Lessons (Per Class) $15.00 Harvest Carnival $1.00 MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSES: SONNY GUY & GROVE PARK (Fees are subject to change.) ATHLETICS 9 Hole Green Fees $6.00 18 Hole Green Fees $8.00 Field Rental (High schools or youth leagues outside our Weekend Green Fees $10.00 programs.) Practice hourly rate without lights $10.00 Regular Monthly Pass (9 or 18 hole) $40.00 Practice hourly rate with lights $15.00 Sr. & Jr. Monthly Pass (9 or 18 hole) $16.00 ***not valid on weekends or holidays*** Softball Field Rental: 9 Hole Cart Fee $8.00 Softball Rental for V.A. Legion: Per day, per field 18 Hole Cart Fee $16.00 with concessions: without lights $100.00 With lights $125.00 Monthly Private Carts $40.00

Deposit Fee (subtract this fee from the rental) $250.00 Daily Drop Fee $8.00 . DRIVING RANGE League Team Registration: Adult Basketball Team Registration $325.00 Small Bucket of Balls $3.50 Adult Fall Softball Team Registration $250.00 Large Bucket of Balls $5.00 Adult Summer Softball Team Registration $350.00 Adult Flag Football Team Registration $325.00 Adult 3 On 3 Basketball Team Registration $200.00 Youth Sports Registration Fee (per child) $10.00 MYNELLE GARDENS

TENNIS Wedding & Reception (4 hours with use of Westbrook House) $800.00 Additional hourly rate $50.00 Hard Court Daytime Fees (per person 1-1/2 Damage Deposit $700.00 hours) $3.00 Hard Court Nighttime Fees (per person 1-1/2 hours) $3.50 Wedding & Reception (4 hours) $400.00 Clay Court Daytime Fee (per person 1-1/2 hours) $3.50 Additional hourly rate $50.00 Clay Court Nighttime Fees (per person 1-1/2 hours) $4.00 Damage Deposit $200.00 Locker Fees – Daily $1.50 Wedding Only ( 2 hours) $300.00 Locker Fees – Monthly $15.00 Additional hourly rate $50.00 Locker Fees – Yearly $150.00 Damage Deposit $150.00 Membership Fees – Monthly $30.00 Summerhouse Pavilion $100.00 Membership Fees – 6 months $150.00 Damage Deposit $50.00 Membership Fees – Yearly $250.00 Walk through Wedding $100.00 Family Passes – Yearly $350.00 Damage Deposit $50.00 Stringing Fees – Per Racquet $10.00 Garden Admission (4-12 yrs.) $1.00 Garden Admission (over 12 yrs.) $4.00 GYMNASIUMS Annual Photographer’s Fee $400.00 Photographer On-Site Visit $25.00 Admission Fee (All persons over the age of 17): $1.00 Champion, Kurts, Medgar Evers, Sykes & Westside Gymnasiums

GOLF DIVISION

(Fees are subject to change.) Green Fees 9 Hole Green Fee - $6.00 18 Hole Green Fee - $8.00 Weekend Green Fee (9 or 18 Hole) – $10.00

Cart Fees 3200 Woodrow Wilson Drive 9 Hole Cart Fee - $8.00 Jackson, MS 18 Hole Cart Fee - $16.00 Walter Jenkins Monthly Private Carts - $25.00 Golf Pro Supervisor (601) 960-1905 Pass Fees Regular Monthly Pass - $40.00 Sr. & Jr. Monthly Pass - $16.00 (Not valid on weekends or holidays.)

Drop Fee 1800 Walter “Dutch” Welch Drive Daily Drop Fee - $8.00 Jackson, MS Walter Jenkins Driving Range Fees Golf Pro Supervisor Small Bucket of Balls - $3.50 (601) 960-2074 Large Bucket of Balls - $5.00

MYNELLE GARDENS

The Mynelle Gardnes Botanical Society Mission Statement

The purpose of this organization shall be to render support and assistance to the management and staff of Mynelle Gardens; to restore the gardens to the level of excellence originally visualized by Mrs. Hayward; to improve the quality of the cultural and social environment of our city through horticultural activities; and to develop programs at Mynelle Gardens with an educational purpose and to generate financial support for the gardens activities and development.

The Westbrook House which is located on the premises was recently renovated. During fall 2003, the city renovated the exterior of the Westbrook House. Currently, the city is in the process of restoring the interior as well.

Contact: 4736 Clinton Boulevard Jackson, MS 39204 601-960-1894

March - October Monday – Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Sunday 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

November – February Monday – Saturday 8:00 a.m. – 4:15 p.m. Closed on Sundays

Seniors 65+ - $3.00 Adults - $4.00 Children 4 – 12 - $1.00

New Year’s Day ■ Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday ■ Independence Day ■ Christmas ■ Thanksgiving & Friday After

Wedding & Reception (4hours) With use of the Westbrook House $800.00 Summerhouse Pavilion $100.00 Additional Hourly Rate $50.00 Damage Deposit $50.00 Damage Deposit $700.00 Annual Photographers Fee $400.00 Without use of the Westbrook House $400.00 Photographers On Site Visit $25.00 Additional Hourly Rate $50.00 Damage Deposit $200.00

SMITH-WILLS STADIUM

Smith-Wills Stadium is a beautiful facility which features many amenities and has a distinct, architectural appearance. The stadium is designed to create the ultimate game day experience for players, coaches, fans and the media.

From 1975 to 1990, Smith-Wills Stadium was home to the Jackson Mets. The Jackson Mets was a Texas League AA affiliate of the New York Mets. From 1991 to 1999, Smith- Wills Stadium also served as home to the Jackson Generals, a Texas League AA affiliate of the Houston Astros.

Several upgrades have been completed to the multi-purpose facility. In 2004, the city of Jackson installed a synthetic playing surface developed by Sprint Turf, Inc. The stadium also has 1,700 fixed seating and a 3,500 bleacher seating capacity.

Today, Smith-Wills Stadium continues to host professional baseball, football, soccer and other youth sporting events. The facility is also available for lease to entertain guests for concerts and birthday parties.

ZOO CALENDAR OF EVENTS (Tentative schedule-all events and dates are subject to change!) 2011 Dec. 8th ZOO Party

Dec. 9th – 31st Global Tree Display

2012 Mar. 10th ZOODAY

Apr. 7th Breakfast with the Easter Bunny & Animals

Apr. 21st Earth Day Celebration – 2918 West Capital Street Party for the Planet

Jackson, Mississippi 39209 th May 5 Train Day at the Zoo

OPEN DAILY th Monday – Sunday May 11 5th Annual ZOOBREW

9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. nd (Zoo will be closed on Christmas Day) June 2 Dream Night at the Zoo

Children under 2 FREE th th Children (2-12) $6.00 June 16 4 Annual Car Show Adults $9.00 June 23rd Breakfast with the *Groups of 10+ $4.80 to $7.20 Beavers & Otters Seniors (65+) $8.10

*School Groups July 14th 18th Annual Ice Cream *Military Discount $5.50 to - $8.00 Safari Train Ride $2.00 Carousel Ride $2.00 Aug. 11th Back to Zool Birthday Packages Available *See website for details. Oct. 18th – 20th Boo at the Zoo Contact us at 352-2581 or visit our website at: Oct. 25th – 27th Boo at the Zoo www.jacksonzoo.org

ATHLETIC DIVISION John North, Athletic Manager [email protected] (601) 960-0629

Our Athletic Division has taken a proactive role in the supervision of departmental programs and the improvement of athletic facilities throughout the Capital City. In order to achieve this goal, the division has formed cooperative agreements with organizations across Jackson. We strive to provide the highest level of quality for our athletic facilities and various leagues that participate in events for the city. We encourage everyone to join an adult or youth program sponsored by the Department of Parks & Recreation.

BUDDY BUTTS PARK

Tee Time Golf Driving Range John Sprowles, President 601- 923-3360

Capital City Radio Control Mississippi Karter Go-Kart Club Track James Robinson, President (See website for details.) 601-842-4865 www.mississippikarting.com www.ccrcc.org

YOUTH BASEBALL Boys Baseball Association - (Grove Park) Cedrick Hull, Commissioner - 601-454-3169 www.groveparkbaseball.com YOUTH SOCCER Southwest Jackson Soccer League, Inc. Forest Hill Youth Club – (Forest Hill Park) (Buddy Butts Park) Rodney West, President – 601-540-4275 Sanford Knott – 601-278-2423 www.foresthillyouthclub.com Jacques Reynolds – 769-798-2886 www.swjsl.org Leavell Woods/Sykes Youth Association (Leavell Woods/Sykes Park) Central Jackson Soccer Association Kent Daniels, President - 601-624-6979 Al Camaro, Commissioner www.lwsya.com 601-366-8889 www.cjsoms.com North Jackson Youth Baseball, Inc. (Lakeland Fields) www.njybb.com

ATHLETIC DIVISION

ADULT SPORTS

Recreation Coordinator (601) 960-2173

The city of Jackson encourages adults from the Metro Jackson area to participate in our adult athletics program. The program is designed to provide the best recreational activities possible for participants. Registration for adult league activities are conducted at the administrative office located in the Jackson Medical Mall.

Athletic Field Rental Fees Sports Officials Sports Officials High School or Youth League outside our programs: Wanted will perform the Practice Hourly Rate Without lights $10.00 following: For Practice Hourly Rate With Lights $15.00 Softball, Baseball Attend clinics as and Football scheduled. Athletic Field Rental Fees Jackson Youth &  Softball Rental for V.A. Legion Complex - (Per day, per field with concessions): Adult Leagues Officiate practice games. Without Lights $100.00 + $250.00 Deposit Earn  $17.50 - $22.50 With Lights $125.00 + $250.00 Deposit Become certified Per Game by the following associations: (Depending on the sport and level of The MS High play). School Activities Association,

The National Registration Leagues Entry Site Coaches League Body of Sport Fee Per Mtg. Begins Officials, Team The National Youth Sports Summer 02-06-12 Men $350.00 V.A. Legion 03-29-12 04-16-12 Officials Softball Thru Women Softball Association. 04-0212 Co-Ed Complex

Fall 07-09-12 Co-Ed $250.00 V.A. Legion 09-06-12 09-17-12 Softball Thru Softball 09-07-12 Complex Note: Dates are subject to change.

ADULT SPORTS

Recreation Coordinator - (601) 960-2173

Registration Leagues Entry Site Coaches League Fee Per Mtg. Begins Team

3-On-3 12-03-11 Men $200.00 Kurts Gym 02-09-12 02-20-12 Basketball Thru 02-10-12

Spring 12-05-11 Women $325.00 Westside Gym 02-16-12 02-27-12 Basketball Thru 02-10-12

Summer 04-13-12 Men, 35 and Over, $325.00 Kurts Gym 05-24-12 06-05-12 Basketball Thru Open 05-25-12 (Restricted, Church)

Fall & 08-13-12 Men, Women $325.00 Kurts Gym 10-04-12 10-16-12 Winter Thru 35 and Over, Open Westside Gym 10-05-12 (Restricted, Church) Champion Gym Basketball Note: Dates are subject to change.

ADULT SPORTS

Registration Leagues Entry Fee Site Coaches League Per Team Mtg. Begins

Flag 08-01-12 Men $325.00 Smith Wills 10-04-12 10-15-12 Football Thru Stadium 09-28-12 Note: Dates are subject to change.

ATHLETIC DIVISION

YOUTH SPORTS

Angela Buck, Recreation Coordinator [email protected] (601) 960-0653

Participants in youth sports programs will be required to show proof of age (birth certificate) and a recent photo upon registration for any given program. Falsification of documents may result in dismissal from the program. Registration for all youth activities will be conducted at the administrative office located in the Jackson Medical Mall. Dates are subject to change.

Registration Registration Ages Site Requirements League Fee Begins

Battlefield 05-01-12 $10.00 Boys V.A. Legion Field Birth Certificate 07-09-12 Baseball Thru Per Child 9-10, 11-12 & 13-14 Battlefield Park Recent Photo League 06-01-12 (Age cut-off date is: Games played Team 08-01-12) Monday thru Registration Thursday evenings. ONLY!

Metro 03-20-12 $10.00 Girls Battlefield Park Birth Certificate 06-18-12 Jackson Thru Per Child 8-10, 11-12 & 13-14 Games played Recent Photo Girls 04-30-12 (Age cut-off date is: Monday thru Team Softball 08-01-12) Thursday evenings. Registration League ONLY! Note: Dates are subject to change.

YOUTH SPORTS

Registration Registration Ages Site Requirements Event Fee Date

Hershey’s 03-01-12 Free Boys and Girls Hughes Field Birth Certificate 04-28-12 Track and Thru 9-10, 11-12 & 13-14 Advance Registration Is Field League 04-25-12 (Age cut-off date is: Required! 12-31-12) Note: Dates and locations are subject to change.

Registration Registration Ages Site Requirements League Fee Begins

Slammin-N- 03-12-12 $10.00 Boys and Girls Various Gymnasiums Birth Certificate 06-01-12 Jammin thru Per Child 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, & 15-17 Games played on 3x5 Recent Photo Basketball 05-01-12 (Age cut-off date is: 08-01-12) Monday through Team Registration ONLY! League Saturday.

Cartoon 10-01-12 $10.00 Boys and Girls Various Gymnasiums Birth Certificate 01-04-13 Basketball thru Per Child 7-8, 9-10, 11-12 & 13-14 Games played on Friday 3x5 Recent Photo League 11-21-12 (Age cut-off date is: 08-01-12) and Saturday evenings. Team Registration ONLY!

Note: Dates and locations are subject to change.

YOUTH SPORTS

Registration Registration Ages Site Requirements League Fee Begins

Youth Flag 08-01-12 $10.00 Boys Battlefield Park Birth Certificate 09-25-12 Football Thru Per Child 9-10, 11-12 & 13-14 Games played on 3x5 Recent Photo 09-03-12 (Age cut-off date is: Tuesday and Team Registration ONLY! 08-01-12) Thursday evenings.

NFL Punt, 08-01-12 Free Boys Battlefield Park Birth Certificate Event Pass & Kick Thru 6-7, 8-9, 10-11, 12- (see event date) → No cleat type shoes allowed. Date Competition 09-12-12 13 & 14-15 Advanced Registration 09-15-12 (Local (Age cut-off date is: Required! Event) 12-31-12) ------NFL Punt, Battlefield Park Must compete in NFL, Punt, Event Pass & Kick (see event date) → Pass & Kick Competition Date ( Final (Local Event)! 10-20-12 Competition) Note: Dates and locations are subject to change.

ATHLETIC DIVISION

TENNIS CENTERS The Tennis Division is the newest division offering services to the citizens of the Capital City. Since its inception in 1999, the city has developed new and innovative programs designed to build interest in the sport of tennis. The division offers 40 tennis courts. Battlefield Park has 6 hard courts and 6 clay courts. Parham Bridges Tennis Center has 14 hard courts. Tennis Center South has 14 hard courts.

Dorothy Vest Tennis Parham Bridges Tennis Center Center (Mgmt. Contract) Battlefield Park Terry Overcash & Mike Gregg Tripp, Tennis Tennis Fee Schedule Kilian, Tennis Recreation Recreation Specialist Specialist 771 Porter Street Hard Court Daytime Fee $3.00 5055 Old Canton Road Jackson, MS 39204 (Per Person 1 ½ Hours) Jackson, MS 39211 (601) 960-1388 Office Hard Court Nighttime Fee $3.50 (601) 956-1105 Office (601) 960-1845 Fax (Per Person 1 ½ Hours) (601) 956-4433 Fax Clay Court Daytime Fee $3.50 Hours of Operation: Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday (Per Person 1 ½ Hours) Monday – Friday Clay Court Nighttime Fee $4.00 1:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. (Per Person 1 ½ Hours) 1:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Saturday Saturday Noon – 8:00 p.m. Locker Fees Noon – 8:00 p.m. Sunday Daily $1.50 Sunday 1:00 p.m. – 6 p.m. Monthly $15.00 1:00 p.m. – 6 p.m. Yearly $150.00

Membership Fees Monthly $30.00 Bi-Yearly $150.00 Yearly $250.00

Family Yearly Passes $350.00 Tennis Recreation Specialist Monday – Friday 1517 McDowell Road String Fees – (with stringers per racquet) $10.00 1:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Jackson, MS 39204 Saturday (601) 960-1712 Office Noon – 8:00 p.m. (601) 960-1670 Sunday 1:00 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Team tennis competition is the largest league of the year. The The camp is designed for beginners. Participants will learn basic league runs from February through May and includes one skills needed to play tennis. The camp includes drills, fun and competitive match per week. (Games are held at Battlefield fitness. The program runs from May through August. (Games

and Parham Bridges Tennis Centers.) are held at Battlefield Tennis Center.)

The league is designed for advanced and aspiring tournament Men and women compete. Everyone has the same level of players. All of the league play will end with the best teams play. The league runs from June through August and advancing to state tournament. League games run year round includes one competitive match per week. (Games are held beginning in June. (Games are held at Parham Bridges Tennis at Battlefield and Parham Bridges Tennis Centers.) Center.)

The combo consists of two players, same gender, with Sessions are designed for players that have limited different levels of playing experience.This league runs experience playing tennis. The sessions run from October August through October and includes one competitive through December. match per week. (Games are held at Battlefield and (Games are held at Battlefield Tennis Center.) Parham Bridges Tennis Centers.) 23

ATHLETIC DIVISION

AQUATICS Charles Melvin, Athletic Supervisor [email protected] (601) 960-2176

The Aquatics Division of the Department of Parks and Recreation strives to deliver services which provide efficient, safe, and sanitary facilities for all patrons. Our programs offer supervised recreational activities which are maintained by professionally certified lifeguards and pool managers. The Aquatics Division is also designed to offer safe and fun locations for the entire family for events such as: reunions, birthday celebrations, summer camps, and family picnics.

Summer Recreation Swim Primary Responsibilities: Hours and Dates of Operation 1) Provide a safe environment for all Admission Fees May 30, 2012 – July 30, 2012 patrons. Youth -(17 and under) -$1.00 2) Provide support and Monday through Thursday Adults-(18 and Up- $1.50 advocate aquatics as 2:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. All patrons are required to sign an important family- in with contact numbers. oriented fitness Friday and Saturday activity. 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. 3) Offer clean and well supervised summer Swim instructions and group swim programs and sessions take place in the recreational morning hours depending on activities, (all availability. maintained by professionally certified lifeguards and pool managers). 4) Provide quality and Locations Address Telephone Swim Picnic Play Basketball measurable swim No. Instructions Area/ Unit Court/Tennis lessons and lifeguard Offered Shelter Court training North Metro Area Presidential 3971 Flag 601-366-5467 No Yes/Yes Yes No/No 5) Provide a fun and Hills Chapel Road safe location for Grove Park 1905 601-982-5370 No Yes/No No Yes/No birthday parties, Northside reunions, parties, Drive anniversaries, family Vine Street 318 Vine 601-991-0604 Y es Yes/Yes Yes Yes/No picnics and summer Street camps or daycares. West Metro Area Mill Street 1324 N. Mill 601-960-4234 No Yes/Yes Yes Yes/No St. Russell C. 2080 MLK 601-961-4641 No No/No No No/No Pool hours and closures are subject to change. Davis Drive V.A. Legion 4400 South 601-960-4228 Yes Yes/No Yes No/No Please call 601-960-2176 to check the status Drive of your pool openings and hours. South Metro Area Battlefield 627 Porter 601-960-4231 No Yes/No Yes Yes/Yes No swimming admission prices will be Street returned after (1) one hour of swimming. McDowell 2855 Oak 601-371-3999 No Yes/No Yes No/Yes Forest Parents MUST remain with all children Terry Road 3839 Terry 601-372-9006 Yes Yes/No Yes Volleyball Pit brought to pool under the age of eight. Road

One Week Sessions

$10.00 for the first family member.

$7.50 for each additional family member.

Adult instruction is available and will be scheduled as needed.

Instruction Sessions are filled on a first come, first serve basis.

Session I June 4 – June 8, 2012 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. T.B.A. Swimming Instructions – General Information

Session II Dates: Swimming instructions are scheduled to begin on June 4, June 11 – June 15, 2012 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. T.B.A. 2012 and run in one (1) week blocks.

Session III Registration: The first day of registration is Monday, May 21, June 18 – June 22, 2012 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. T.B.A. 2012 at the Parks and Recreation Administrative Office, located in the Jackson Medical Mall. Advance registration is required. Session IV June 25 – June 29, 2012 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. T.B.A. Orientation: Regardless of which aquatic class you are registered for, the first day of class is designated for facility rules and skills Session V testing. July 2, 3, 5, 6, 2012 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. T.B.A. Swim Apparel: All students are required to wear swimsuits. Cut- Session VI offs, body suits or street clothing are not allowed. Students must July 9 – July 13, 2012 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. T.B.A. provide their own clean, dry towel.

Session VII Swim caps are optional; however if hair length is past the July 16 – July 20, 2012 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. T.B.A. shoulders, a rubber band is suggested. Swim caps are recommended for swimmers with potential ear problems.

Attendance and Conduct: Attendance is vital to the success of your child’s learning experience and progression through the program. Important skill development and safety skills are covered in each class. Therefore, make-ups are not allowed for missed classes. If a child is unwilling to participate in the class, we may recommend that they attend another class session.

Health Conditions: If your child has any type of medical problems or physical concerns that need to be addressed such as asthma, limited joint movements, or seizures, please provide this information to the instructor prior to class.

THUNDERSTORM & LIGHTING CONDITIONS 1) When thunder and/or lighting is first noticed, pool staff will use the Flash to Bang (F-B) method to determine its rough distance and speed. 2) For each 5 seconds, from F-B, lightning is 1 mile away. Thus, 10 seconds = 2 miles, 15 seconds = 3 miles, and 20 seconds = 4 miles. 3) At a F-B count of 30, the pool should be evacuated. Patrons should be directed to a safe shelter nearby. 4) Pool activities should remain suspended until 30 minutes after the last thunder is heard. The distance from Strike A to Strike B to Strike C can be from 5 – 8 miles away, and it can strike much farther away.

1) All pool reservations are $40.00 per hour with a $20.00 non-refundable deposit, due the next business day after placing the reservation. All swimming pool reservations must be paid in full by cashier’s check or money order within (3) three business days of the reservation. All reservations are handled at the administrative office only, located in the Jackson Medical Mall. Reservations are determined by staff availability. The Department of Parks and Recreation reserves the right to refuse any rental at our facilities.

2) Reservations are available Monday through Saturday, between the hours of 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. All pools are closed on Sunday and City of Jackson observed holidays. No reservations will be accepted on these days due to pool closures.

3) Persons placing reservations must be of (21) twenty one years of age or older to rent a pool.

4) The city of Jackson’s Parks and Recreation Department will not be liable for any lost, stolen or damaged items during the course of the reservation time.

5) There will not be any swimming pool reservation before or after the regular summer season.

6) Park Rangers will patrol all park and pool facilities; however, security for events will be the responsibility of the renting party.

7) Each person MUST shower before entering the pool.

8) No smoking, alcoholic beverages, food, drink, glass containers, drugs, weapons, horseplay, gymnastic activities, profanity, improper behavior or vulgar language allowed in or outside the pool area. Any violations of these rules may be the grounds for the immediate cancellation of the rental agreement.

9) No diving in shallow or crowded areas. No floats are allowed in the pool unless approved by the pool manager.

10) Patrons with open sores or infectious diseases are not permitted in the pool area.

11) Pool area must be left clean after each use.

12) Proper swimming apparel must be worn during the reservation (no street wear, swimsuits only, no cut-offs).

13) The City of Jackson’s Department of Parks and Recreation provides professionally trained and certified pool managers and lifeguards for all swimming pool functions, but understand that you and your guests are swimming at your own risk.

14) Refusal to follow the direction of above mentioned personnel will result in the immediate termination of the reservation and disbursement of the guests.

15) No trespassing after swimming pool has been closed.

1) Patrons are required to shower before entering the pool. 2) Only persons in proper swimming attire will be allowed in the pool. 3) No smoking, drugs, alcohol or weapons allowed. 4) No food, drinks or coolers allowed inside the gate. 5) No running, horseplay or profane language permitted. 6) No diving in shallow end of pool. 7) No floats allowed in pool. 8) In the event of bad weather, there will not be any refund after 1 hour of swim time. 9) Parents must remain with all children under the age of 8. 10) The City of Jackson will observe a 25:1 swimmer to lifeguard ratio.

PROGRAMMING DIVISION

Lisa Wilson, Recreation Manager [email protected] (601) 960-0635

Registration Registration Registration Registration Program After School Program Parents Must Days & Times Location Cost & Begins & Ends Locations Hours Provide Requirement 07-26-12 Tuesdays, Parks & Free When JPS City of 2:15 p.m. Snack & Wednesdays & Recreation session begins Jackson until Transportation (Until all slots Thursdays Administrative Copy of and ends. Recreation 5:30 p.m. are filled.) Only Office child’s 121 Community Compliance Centers & 8:00 a.m. until Form (shot Gymnasiums 4:00 p.m. record) (T. B. A.)

Registration Registration Registration Registration Program Spring Break Program Parents Must Days & Times Location Cost & Begins & Ends Locations Hours Provide Requirement 02-27-12 thru Tuesdays, City of Free 03-12-12 thru City of 7:30 a.m. until Lunch, Snack & 03-08-12 Wednesdays & Jackson 03-16-12 Jackson 5:30 a.m. Transportation Thursdays Community No Recreation (Until all slots Only Centers & Requirements Community are filled.) Gymnasiums Centers & 2:00 p.m. until (T. B. A.) Gymnasiums 6:00 p.m. (T. B. A.)

Registration Registration Registration Registration Program Summer Program Parents Must Dates Days & Times Location Cost & Begins & Ends Enhancement Hours Provide Requirement Locations Official Thursday T. B. A. $70.00 06-04-12 thru City of 7:30 a.m. Transportation Registration (One day only.) (No Personal 07-20-12 Jackson until 6:00 p.m. Checks) Recreation 5:30 a.m. 05-03-12 (Lunch Community & Snack Centers & Monday thru Provided by Gymnasiums Friday Last Chance Tuesdays and Parks & Summer Jackson Registration Wednesdays Recreation Enhancement Public Schools 8:00 p.m. until Administrative Program) (T. B. A.) 05-08-12 thru 4:00 p.m. Office 05-23-12

Alonzo Banks, Recreation Supervisor [email protected] (601) 960-0655

The Department of Parks and Recreation Classes offers a comprehensive dance program Youth Ballet - Pre-Ballet instructed by Ms. Bridget Archer. It is Beginning Ballet 3-5 years old our goal to provide awareness and Ballet I - 6-12 years old training opportunities for youth in the Ballet II 6-12 years old

area of performing arts. Jazz I 13-18 years old Jazz II 6-12 years old Adult Classes Offered: Dance, Fitness, Advanced Jazz - (Auditions 13-18 years old Modern, Line Dance, Tap, (Liturgical, Only) Mime, etc.) and Competition Groups.

For more information on our dance Kwanzaa is the foundation program, contact Bridgette Archer at of the building that houses the future of the African (601) 960-1422 or (601) 969-6697 . Community. Kwanzaa is

Monthly Fee: ( $15 Per Class) the bank that stores the righteous character of our youth. Join us for the annual community celebration which takes place in December thru This program offers low to moderate -high January at the Medgar density aerobic exercises. Attain a high Evers Gymnasium. level of personal fitness in this energized class which offers low impact aerobics For more information, combined with basic aerobic steps. contact Noland Smith at (601) 960-1741, after Classes are held at Champion 5:00m. Gymnasium. Contact Lena Hart at (601) 352-9140 or (601) 960-1422, after 5:30 p.m., on Mondays and Wednesdays.

Classes are designed for beginning to advance students. Judo has two (2) underlying principles: Maximum efficiency The traditional, karate program is designed to build with minimum effort and mutual self-confidence, coordination, balance and good welfare and benefit. Judo is safe health habits. The program also teaches danger and and does not involve any kicking safety awareness. or striking techniques.

Classes are held at two (2) locations: Classes are held at Grove Park The Champion Gymnasium under the instruction of Community Center . Robert Lyles at (601) 987-3073 or (601) 372-1339. Contact Dave Melton at (601) The Sykes Gymnasium under the instruction of 624-3149 or (601) 960-1807, Greg Anderson at (601) 316-8349 or (601) 202- after 5:00 p.m. 8242.

PROGRAMMING DIVISION

Alonzo Banks, Recreation Supervisor – (601) 960-0655

Battlefield Park - 953 Porter Street The Annual Easter Egg Hunt has attracted hundreds of participants to the event at Battlefield Park. The exciting event continues to grow every year, and the Department of Parks and Recreation, in conjunction with WJMI and WKXI Radio Station, will host the 2012 egg hunt for youth 5-10 years of age. The event begins on time at 12p.m. sharp, so please arrive at least one hour early.

Vergy P. Community Center - 3971 Flag Chapel Road Presidential Hills – Natchez Trace Community Development Association Time: T.B.A. For more information, please call (601) 960-1904, after 4 p.m.

Grove Park Community Center – 4126 Parkway Avenue September Festival began as a small neighborhood gathering and has grown into one of the largest family -oriented events of the year . We provide space jumps, food and entertainment for the entire family. Everyone please remember to bring your lawn chairs! For more information, please call (601) 960-1807, after 4 p.m.

Jayne Avenue Community Center - Time: T.B.A. For more information, please call (601) 960-2164, after 4 p.m.

Location: T.B.A. – Time: 2:00 p.m. We encourage everyone to join us for an evening of great, family-oriented fun. Wear your costume or come as you are. The carnival provides a safe environment with exciting act ivities for the entire family including games, prizes and space jumps! A Halloween bag will be provided with every paid admission of $1.00.

Pamela Jackson, Administrative Clerk, Reservationist [email protected] (601) 960-0663

Designed for beginners, the class provides instructions and teaches Classes are offered to the public skills for making quilts, dresses, pillows and much more! Participants at Grove Park Community must purchase their own supplies. Classes will be held at Grove Park Center. Community Center. For more information, please call (601) 960-1807, For more information, please call after 3p.m. (601) 960-1807, after 3 p.m.

Battlefield Park Comm. Center Jayne Avenue Comm. Center Grove Park Comm. Center 953 West Porter Street 3615 Jayne Avenue 4126 Parkway Avenue Jackson, MS 39204 Jackson, MS 39209 Jackson, MS 39213 Rhonda Ward & Joyce Harris (601) 960-2164 Barbara Moaton (601) 960-1901 (601) 960-1807

Champion Gymnasium Kurts Gymnasium Westside Gymnasium 1355 Hattiesburg Street 125 Gymnasium Drive 1450 Wiggins Road Jackson, MS 39204 Jackson, MS 39209 Jackson, MS 39209 Glory Fulton Sherman Brown Trent Stringer (601) 960-1422 (601) 960-1883 (601) 960-1650

Vergy P. Middleton Comm. Center Medgar Evers Gymnasium Sykes Gymnasium 3971 Flag Chapel Road 3159 Edwards Avenue 520 Sykes Road Jackson, MS 39213 Jackson, MS 39213 Jackson, MS 39212 Helen Robinson Noland Smith Delorise Kinnard (601) 960-1904 (601) 960-1741 (601) 960-2165

RESERVATION INFORMATION (All reservations must be made at least one (1) month in advance.) Community Center Rental Cost: $100 for the first four (4) hours; four (4) hour minimum. $25 for each additional hour. Balance is due at the time of reservation.

Damage Deposit (Refundable): $200.00 – Required and due two (2) weeks prior to reservation.

Cancellations (Administrative Costs): There is an administrative cost for cancellations outside of the required time frame:  $10.00 within one (1) month  $25.00 within two (2) weeks prior to event.  No refund less than two (2) weeks prior to event.

Gymnasium Rental Cost: $20.00 per hour; two (2) hour minimum. (Money orders, cashier’s check or business checks only. No personal checks.)

Community Centers are available: Monday thru Friday - 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday - 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday - 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Due to regular weekly programming activities at each center, availability is limited for weekly reservations.

COMMUNITY CENTER RENTAL Reservationist – (601) 960-0663 PHOTOS

Reservation Fees 4 Hour Minimum $100.00 $100.00 Additional Hourly Rate $ 25.00 $25.00 Damage Deposit $200.00 $200.00

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Reservation Fees 4 Hour Minimum $100.00 $100.00 Additional Hourly Rate $ 25.00 $25.00 Damage Deposit $200.00 $200.00

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Parks & Recreation Staff

Featured from left to right: Front row: James Crump, Street R-O-W Superintendent; Sandra Hobbs- Bell, Office Coordinator; Allen Jones, Deputy Director; A.C. Jimerson, Director; Patrice Bernard, Executive Office Coordinator; Angela Buck, Youth Sports Coordinator; James Vaughn, Sr., Athletic Maintenance Superintendent; and Monica Hobson, Secretary.

Second row: Stanley Smith, Grounds Maintenance Superintendent; Charles “Smarty Pants” King, Athletic Recreation Aide; Ralph Kelly, Fiscal Officer; Charles Melvin, Athletic Supervisor and John North, Athletic Manager.

35 Harvey Johnson, Jr., Mayor