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MISSION STATEMENT The Department of Parks, Recreation and Conservation operates and maintains, in partnership with the residents and visitors, a recreational system which enriches the quality of life for the present and future generations in a safe, enjoyable and affordable environment. GUIDING PRINCIPLES • Committed to serving and providing recreational opportunities to the best of our ability with respect and courtesy • Encourages team work and mutual support with our employees and volunteers • Provide stewardship of the City’s Park Facilities Mayor Mike Spano CITY OF YONKERS YonkersNY.gov Dear Resident: Fall is a wonderful time of year to explore all that Yonkers and our Parks Department has to offer. As summer begins to wind down, we turn our attention to the vibrant season ahead. There is truly no better place to take in the foliage and sights of autumn than Yonkers’ Waterfront. Take a walk along the downtown esplanade or launch your kayak from JFK Marina to view the colorful leaves of the majestic Palisades up close. The Yonkers Marathon is a fall tradition for athletes and spectators alike and this year the marathon turns 93 years old! The 2nd oldest marathon in the country is on Sunday, October 21, including a Half-Marathon and 5K. It should be another great marathon for the runners in our City and we hope to see you there! Whether you’re having a picnic, attending a ball game, or stopping by for a quick visit with family and friends at one of our 76 City Parks & Playgrounds, the possibilities in the City of Yonkers are endless. However, remember that each one of us has a responsibility to keep our city clean. Our “Leave No Trace” initiative is still in place. Residents should take out what they bring in, including garbage and recyclables. If you ever have a question or concern, please don’t hesitate to call my 24-hour helpline MIKE SPANO MAYOR at 914-377-HELP (4357) or email me at [email protected]. If you’re on Twitter, Snapchat, Instagram or Facebook, join us in hashtagging all your fall photos with #FallinYonkers. Sincerely, cityofyonkers MIKE SPANO Mayor @cityofyonkers @mayormikespano City Hall • 40 South Broadway • Yonkers, NY 10701 • Tel. 914.377.6300 • Fax 914.377.6048mayormikespano • Email [email protected] mayormikespano cityofyonkers mayormikespano message from FALL FOLIAGE You don’t have to travel far to watch the leaves turn. With 4.5 miles of Hudson River waterfront, Yonkers offers beautiful views of the Palisades. THIS FALL 93RD YONKERS MARATHON Sunday, October 21 The weekend will include the full marathon, half marathon and a 5K. UNTERMYER GARDENS A $500,000 restoration of the Persian Garden at Untermyer Gardens makes this historic Yonkers attraction even more Be Part of sensational. Be sure to visit Untermyer Gardens at 945 North Broadway in the City of Yonkers. General Information City of Yonkers Department of Parks, Recreation and Conservation 285 Nepperhan Avenue, Yonkers NY 10701 Monday - Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, 914-377-6450 CITY COUNCIL REGISTRATION: Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis until Mike Khader, President programs are full. MAIL-IN REGISTRATION IS NOT ACCEPTED. Shanae V. Williams, 1st District PAYMENT OPTIONS: Effective May 1, 2016 a Cashier’s Check, Money Corazon Pineda-Isaac, 2nd District Order, Visa, MasterCard, and Discover Card will be the only forms of Michael Sabatino, 3rd District payment accepted. Cash will no longer be accepted. John Rubbo, 4th District Mike Breen, 5th District ONLINE REGISTRATION: The best way to maximize your chance of securing Anthony Merante, 6th District a spot in any program is to register online as soon as registration begins. You can make online payments using Visa, MasterCard or Discover Card. DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, RECREATION AND CONSERVATION WALK-IN REGISTRATION: Walk-in registration takes place the day after PARKS BOARD online registration and will take place at 285 Nepperhan Avenue, starting at 9:00 AM. Please note that some classes will be full prior to 9:00 AM. You James Letsen, Chairman can make a payment using cashier’s check, money order, MasterCard, Visa Geraldine Esposito, Vice Chairman Jason Wilson or Discover Card. Donald Weigand AGE REQUIREMENTS: Age is determined as of the date of the first class Bobbie Ann Flower-Cox unless otherwise specified. An adult class is for ages 18 years and older. Henry Djonbalaj ABSENCES: Classes are not made up due to a participant’s personal Tom Meier, Jr. absence. Classes cancelled to inclement weather will be rescheduled. We Commissioner reserve the right to reschedule classes on an as-needed basis. Anthony Landi REFUND POLICY: Full refunds will be issued for any program cancelled by Deputy Commissioner the Department of Parks, Recreation and Conservation (Parks Department). Steve Sansone Full refunds will be issued for a medical reason before a program begins Director of Maintenance when accompanied by a doctor’s note. After a program begins, a pro-rated Gino Pugliese refund will be issued based on the number of sessions attended, when Director of Recreation accompanied by a doctor’s note. The Parks Department will grant a refund Jose I. Alvarado request if received at least ten (10) business days before the program’s Recreation Supervisors first session. Refunds for trips will not be granted unless the spot can be Lisa McKay Harris Tara Conte filled from the waiting list. Ten dollars ($10) or ten percent (10%) of the Frank Cardone Andrea Velazquez fee, whichever is higher, will be charged for processing refunds that are approved. Please allow several weeks for processing refunds. Bounced Marian Marji Jennifer Villa checks and credit card charge cancellations will carry a $35 processing fee. E.J. MURRAY MEMORIAL INCLEMENT WEATHER: The best way to receive quick and accurate SKATING CENTER information about program cancellations is to call the Parks Department Patricia Urban Hotline at 377-6454 or listen to WFAS. Rink Manager SPECIALISTS NEEDED: If you have a special skill and would like to teach a YONKERS ANIMAL SHELTER class for the Parks Department, please call 377-6436. Almira Simpson PROGRAM BEHAVIOR: Participants are expected to exhibit appropriate Animal Control Officer behavior at all times. The following rules make programs safe and enjoyable Anthony Vezzuto for everyone. Participants shall show respect to all participants and staff, Deputy Animal Control Officer refrain from using foul language and refrain from causing bodily harm to other participants and staff. Participants are expected to show respect for COYNE PARK RIFLE RANGE equipment, supplies and facilities. The City of Yonkers reserves the right to Christopher Rotolo remove anyone from our programs. Range Officer YONKERSNY.GOV 5 PROGRAMS AT A GLANCE Registration Details ..................................7 Slimmercize Tot Class .................................................33 Permit Division .........................................8 with a touch of Zumba® Fitness ............22 Skate 1 and Skate 2 Class ......................33 Recreational Events ..................................9 Dance Exercise Alpha, Beta, Gamma, Community Events .................................10 with a touch of Zumba® Fitness ............22 and Delta Classes ...................................34 Dance Exercise Freestyle 1-9 Classes ..............................34 PRE-K RECREATION with a touch of Zumba® Toning ............22 General Youth Hockey Information ........34 For information call 377-6440 Zumba Strong ........................................23 Junior Rangers Hockey Clinic Vinyasa Yoga Level 1/2 ...........................23 Ages 4-16 ..............................................34 Little Learners .........................................11 Morning W.O.N.D.E.R. In house League Ages 9-14 ...................34 Pre-Ballet For Pre-K .................................12 with a touch of Zumba® Gold ...............23 Adult Open Hockey ................................34 Time With Me ........................................12 Tennis .....................................................24 Multi-Sports Squirts ................................13 Acoustic Guitar ......................................24 PROJECT FRIENDSHIP Soccer Squirts .........................................13 Bolly X ....................................................24 For information call 377-6438 Parent and Me Multi-Sports Squirts .......14 Parent and Me Soccer Squirts ................14 AQUATICS Creative Crafts .......................................35 Bowling ..................................................35 YOUTH/TEEN RECREATION For information call 377-6439 Dance Therapy .......................................35 Starfish Swim School®...........................26 For information call 377-6440 Delightful Dining ....................................35 Starfish Stroke School ............................26 Fun and Fitness ......................................35 Art 101 ..................................................15 Starbabies™ ...........................................28 Hero Tennis ............................................35 Chess .....................................................15 Startots™ ...............................................28 Music Therapy ........................................35 Crafty Kids .............................................15 Starfish Swim School Pet Therapy ............................................35 American Red Cross for Preschoolers ......................................28 Special Olympics ....................................35