WATCH FOR THE SUMMER PROGRAM GUIDE AND CLASS CATALOG COMING APRIL 16
The 72-page catalog contains complete information on hundreds of summer leisure classes, camps, recreation center-based activities, summer learn-to-swim lessons and registration details.
KIDCO and Schoolzout programs for ages 5-12 will be offered at most centers; summer session will be offered beginning June 4.
Limited quantities of the Program Guide will be available for pick up at all Parks and Recreation Department facilities, including district offices, centers and pools.
EZEE Registration for City residents (either on-line at www.ezeereg.com or by phone at 573-3933) begins Saturday, April 21 for KIDCO and Sunday, April 22 for leisure classes, camp and learn-to-swim lessons. Non-City residents can register for all activities beginning Wednesday, April 25.
Registration information can be obtained by calling Registration Services at 791-4877. Leisure class questions may be directed to 791-4063.
In addition, the booklet contains valuable information on other programs and services, including the Department’s senior centers, sports programs, Reid Park Zoo, Tucson City Golf courses and summer pool locations.
The EZEE Registration system is waiting to make your registration as convenient as possible and to help ensure you get the offerings you want. Classes and programs fill up quickly so use Ezeereg.com to register.
TUCSON PARKS AND RECREATION EARNS NATIONAL ACCREDITATION
On October 26, 2010, the City of Tucson Parks and Recreation Department was recognized for excellence in the field of parks and recreation management by becoming one of only ninety-seven agencies in the country currently holding national accreditation from the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA). This distinguished accomplishment was announced at the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) 2010 Congress and Exposition.
A section of the Santa Cruz River Park is closed due to construction activities related to the installation of a new major sanitary sewer interceptor. Both the walking areas and the bike path on the River Park’s east side - between Speedway Boulevard and St. Mary’s Road - will be affected. Future media alerts will be released when additional areas of the park are closed.
All persons are encouraged to use the bike path along the west side of the Santa Cruz River and to avoid the east side entirely while it is closed. There will be a significant presence of large equipment, machinery, construction vehicles and some dust and noise.
Construction activities will take place between 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Users of the River Park should be vigilant, obey all signs and proceed with caution.
PARKS AND RECREATION DISCOUNT PROGRAM
Effective April 2011, the Parks and Recreation Discount Program has changed – offering a 50% discount for select programs and 25% discount for passes for qualifying participants on specific programs and passes. The program is in accordance with the Department’s Revenue and Pricing Policy adopted by Mayor and Council on January 5, 2010, and amended on February 15, 2011. The program benefits City of Tucson residents who provide documented proof of city residency, household size and household income.
2011 DISCOUNT-QUALIFYING PROGRAMS INCLUDE: Service Levels 1 & 2 programming 50% discount eligible-programs
• KIDCO (school-year/summer)
• Teen Programs (Jr. Leadership, IBC)
• Therapeutic Recreation
• Group Learn-to-Swim Lessons