THE CITY OF WINTER GARDEN NEWS. September

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1 THE CITY OF WINTER GARDEN NEWS September a c h a r m i n g l i t t l e c i t y w i t h a j u i c y p a s t

2 A MESSAGE FROM THE CITY MANAGER Hello everyone, Our goal is to be the premier small city in the state, and although we have made significant progress over the past 12 years, there is still a lot to be done. We recently completed a six month strategic planning process. This process included a city-wide scientific random survey representative of the population, several focus groups, a town hall meeting, telephone interviews with community and business leaders and a public strategic planning session. The plan will soon be made available to all our residents and will be used to establish our business plan and performance measures. The information gathered demonstrated that the City ranks above national averages for most categories; however, there were three areas where you said we really need to improve. First and foremost, we need to attract and retain good paying jobs. We will be renewing our economic development efforts and are going to dedicate the resources necessary to ensure that we encourage and maintain a thriving economy. We will continue to work to ensure we have a vibrant and thriving downtown. Winter Garden is a great place to live. We need to make it a great place to work. You also told us we need to step up our code enforcement efforts. There are several dilapidated commercial and residential areas in our city. We need to create and implement an action plan to address this problem, and we will. The key will be to develop and enforce codes consistently throughout the town and to encourage property owners to maintain their properties. The final major concern was our school system. You told us that we need to work to improve the quality of public education in Winter Garden. And although we have little control over the public school system, we are determined to work with Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) and our residents to do what we can to improve our schools. Children are the future of our City and the country, we are going to do everything we can to ensure they have excellent educational opportunities. It will take the efforts of all our residents, OCPS and our residents working together to make this happen. Our children deserve nothing less. Overall, you rated Winter Garden very high. In most categories, we scored higher than national averages, but to be the premier city in the state, we have to score higher in all categories, and we are committed to doing so, but we need your help. How can you help? You can come to Commission meetings, volunteer with local charities, serve on city boards and committees, and just be an active member of your community. Working together we will be the premier small city in the state. We now have the strategy, let s put it into action. Mike Bollhoefer

3 TABLE OF CONTENTS Helpful Hints for Storm-Water Management Our Business is Picking Up Jessie Brock Community Center Opening Soon! Garden Theatre Winter Garden Special Events Active 50+ Programs Adult Programs Youth Programs Athletics Aquatics Where to Play Winter Gardens Parks Citizen Activism IMPORTANT NUMBERS MAYOR/COMMISSIONER District 5, John Rees COMMISSIONERS: District 1, H. Gerald Jowers District 2, Bob Buchanan District 3, Harold L. Bouler District 4, Colin Sharman City Manager, Mike Bollhoefer ext City Clerk, Kathy Golden ext Chief of Police, George Brennan non-emergency Chief of Fire Rescue, John Williamson non-emergency Citizens Action Center ext. 0 Code Enforcement ext Parks and Recreation Employment ext Editor: Dolores Key dkey@wintergarden-fl.gov Graphic Design, Crabtree Ink CITY OF WINTER GARDEN 300 West Plant Street Winter Garden, Florida

4 Helpful Hints for Storm-Water Management 4 Your neighborhood storm-water system is a tool for managing the runoff from rainfall. In nature, water flows from fields to streams to rivers, but human development has stifled some of these natural water ways. This has led to concerns of flooding and to human-induced pollutants flowing into streams and rivers. Long ago Florida was an area with numerous wetlands. Wetlands continue to be important to ecological systems as well as serve as storm-water control systems. Wetlands help control flooding by slowing down the surges of water from storm events and absorbing rain water before it reaches water bodies. Land developments have led to the destruction, filling in and paving over of many wetlands. This has increased the danger of flooding during storm events. Untreated storm-water runoff is considered the state s leading source of water pollution and in the early 1980 s the Florida Legislature recognized the pollution potential of storm-water runoff and passed laws requiring the treatment of storm water. As a result the Neighborhood Storm-Water Systems have been established to mimic the natural role of the wetlands.

5 How do the systems work? Storm-water systems come in a variety of shapes, sizes and forms, but basically there are four types: Storm-water retention basin Storm-water swale Dry detention ponds Wet detention ponds Because these systems are designed to mimic natural processes, individual home owners may have storm-water systems on or near their property without realizing it. What appears to be a natural indentation in the back yard may have been designed as a storm-water swale. What looks like a wild patch of shrubbery may be an important vegetative buffer around a pond. Within a private residential development, the responsibility of the maintenance of the storm-water systems are often passed on from the developer to the homeowners association after construction. The homeowners association is responsible for labor and the financing for keeping the systems functional. This responsibility applies to every homeowner in the neighborhood, whether or not they live adjacent to a detention or retention basin, as everyone s storm-water flows to the basin. Helpful Hints for Storm-Water Management Use pesticides and fertilizers sparingly. Select plants and grasses that are drought resistant. Sweep up yard debris, rather that hosing down areas. Don t over water lawns. Filling ponds, swales and retention systems with dirt or planting landscaping in storm-water systems can cause flooding. Changing the elevation of your property can have a drastic impact on the storm-water flows in your neighborhood. Consult your neighbors and contact the City of Winter Garden Engineering Departmen at Ext before raising the ground elevation of your property. 5

6 Our Business is Picking Up 6 That s right the City of Winter Garden Solid Waste Division is in the business of picking up trash, yard waste, bulk items and recyclables to meet all of the trash collection needs of our residents and the business community. On the average the City collects approximately 2,095 tons of trash every month, which is disposed of at the Orange County Solid Waste Facility. In an effort to reduce the materials going to a land fill, the City provides recycling services for all residents and several commercial businesses. Recyclable materials include: Paperboard Nonhazardous aerosol cans Plastic containers with #1 or #7 stamped on the container, remove the caps Newspapers, magazines, catalogs, brown paper bags, corrugated cardboard boxes Aluminum and tin cans, glass bottles, glass jugs Telephone books are recycled Nov 1 through Feb 15 An important note: it is no longer necessary to sort your recyclable materials. These items are now sorted at the recycling facility. In order to provide the best service possible to citizens, please follow these guidelines: There is a three cubic yard limit on yard trash and bulk items per pick-up. Trash containers and debris must be out no later than 7am on collection day and removed from the curb the same evening. For disposal of appliances you may schedule a pick-up by calling John Love, Solid Waste Manager, at ext Please do not place yard waste or building materials inside a City issued trash container. Grass, hedge clippings and leaves may be placed in a trash container, not to exceed 50 gallons, with handles. Please keep yard waste away from low hanging power lines. Cardboard boxes must be broken down and flatten for collection. Bulk items, such as furniture and bicycles, may be placed on the curbside, including lawn equipment with the gas and oil removed. The City is not able to accept paint, motor oil, gasoline, cooking oil, or any hazardous waste. For proper disposal of these items you may contact Orange County Solid Waste HHW at The Orange County Solid Waste Department does provide Household Hazardous Waste and Electronic Waste Community Collection Events on certain dates at various locations within Orange County. The nearest collection site to Winter Garden is the Orange County Services Building located at 475 W. Story Rd, Ocoee. To receive a schedule of these events as well as other collection locations please call Orange County Solid Waste The City is not able to accept electronic devices such as TVs, DVD, VHS, Computers, Stereos, or Microwaves. These items may be disposed of by calling Orange County Solid Waste Division To start a new account or if you have any questions concerning the City s Solid Waste Services, please call John Love, Solid Waste Manager, at ext or jlove@wintergarden-fl.gov.

7 Jessie BrocK Community Center Opening Soon! The transformation of the former Dillard Street Elementary School campus will soon be complete. Taking its place will be a full functioning parks and recreation facility that will offer a whole new exciting assortment of art classes, cooking instruction, fitness activities, pre-school programs, instructional classes, and senior citizen activities. Anticipated opening of this dynamic facility is in January

8 T GARDEN HEATRE 8 Sold Out Milk Money Audience June 23, 2009 Photo by Ron Chastain THE GARDEN THEATRE thanks the City of Winter Garden for their support for Milk Money Movies! During the months of June and July, over 2000 residents from Winter Garden and surrounding areas came to the Garden Theatre to see $1 kids movies on Tuesday mornings. Garden Community Choir How do you help a Garden Community Choir grow? By adding YOUR voice! For more information, choir@gardentheatre.org. Building Community Through Song!

9 FALL PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE FOREVER PLAID Written by Stuart Ross Produced by TheatreWorks Florida October 9-25 Recommended for children 5+ ABRACADABRA - IT S MAGIC! October 30 - November 1 Children 2 and under are welcome to sit on a parents lap at no charge for this performance JAIMIE ROBERTS HOLIDAY CABARET December 4-6 Recommended for children 5+ SLEIGH Produced and written by PB&J Theatre Factory December 11, January 3, 2010 Recommended for children 5+ Children 2 and under are welcome to sit on a parents lap at no charge for this performance. Special Events DR. ZOMBIE S LATE NIGHT MAGIC SHOW October 31 at 10:30pm VOCI DANCE November 6-8 Recommended for children 9+ IN HIS NAME WE DANCE! WE SING! Produced by the Centre for Dance & the Performing Arts and the Garden Community Choir December 21 & 22 Children 2 and under are welcome to sit on a parents lap at no charge for this performance. 9 CRIMES OF THE HEART Written by Beth Henley Produced by Beth Marshall Presents November Recommended for children 12+ Garden Theatre 160 West Plant Street Winter Garden, FL Ticket prices vary for more information, call GRDN (4736) or visit

10 > > > > > Don t miss Winter Garden s anuual traditions and entertainment this Fall... OCTOBEREvents music Fest 2009 october 2, 3 & 4 Produced by the Winter Garden Heritage Foundation Music Fest is an annual tradition that can t be missed! Three days of entertainment with over 20 hours of music, food and children s activities. From classical to jazz, country to rock, over 30 music acts will perform on two outdoor stages. For more information please call Date: Friday, October 2 from 5pm 10pm Saturday, October 3 from 12noon 11pm Sunday, October 4 from 12noon 5pm Time: Please visit for performance schedule. Fee: FREE! Place: West Plant Street

11 halloweenfest october 31st This is one family friendly festival you won t want to miss. Bring your younger ghouls to Trick or Treat along Plant Street with the Downtown Merchants in a safe environment. A costume contest for both children and adults is free for anyone to enter. Also enjoy live entertainment, strolling characters, vendors and more! Date: Saturday, October 31 Time: 6pm 8:30pm Fee: FREE! Place: West Plant Street Special Events 1 1

12 > > > > > Come out and join the Winter Garden community for some fun... Proceeds Benefit Kids Cafe NOVEMBEREvents winter Garden 5K Fun-run november 21st 5K Fun-Run is open to runners, walkers and strollers. Be one of the first to register for a great morning run in Winter Garden! Registration information is available at Tri-n-Run of West Orange at or Date: Saturday, November 21 Time: 7:30 am Place: West Plant Street Fee: $18 Prior to Nov. 14 $23 Nov Nov. 20 $30 on Race Day W I N T E R G A R D E N, F L O R I D A NOVEMBER 21, 2009

13 november 21-22, th annual historic downtown winter garden merchants guild Art Festival winter Garden art Festival november 21st 22nd Produced by the Winter Garden Downtown Merchants Guild Juried art show with the added attraction of food vendors and live entertainment. Date: Saturday, November 21 Sunday, November 22 Time: Saturday: 9am - 6pm Sunday: 10am - 4pm Fee: FREE! Place: Plant Street Special Events 1 3

14 DECEMBER Events > > > > > Celebrate the Holidays with longstanding Winter Garden traditions... light up winter Garden december 4th Join the West Orange Ministerial Association and the City of Winter Garden as we welcome in the season at this annual celebration. Enjoy live entertainment, vendors, shopping and children s activities. A street lighting ceremony will be held at 6:15pm. Date: Friday, December 4 Time: 6pm 9pm Fee: FREE! Place: West Plant Street winter Garden Christmas parade december 5th Grab a lawn chair and head to your favorite spot. A long-standing Winter Garden tradition will again delight spectators and help to bring in that holiday cheer! Don t forget to look for the big guy himself at the end of the parade! Date: Saturday, December 5 Time: 1pm Fee: FREE! Place: West Plant Street & Dillard Street

15 Ongoing Events Fridays on the plaza Featuring a Different Genre of Music Each Week Date: Every Friday Time: 7pm 9pm Fee: FREE! Place: Centennial Gazebo on West Plant St. Farmers market The Historic Downtown Winter Garden Farmers Market is held every Saturday. At the Market you can find fresh produce, plants and flowers, fresh bakery items, seafood, herbs, honeys, organics, hand crafted items, and a variety of foods. It s a great way to start your weekend. Date: Every Saturday Time: 8am 1pm Fee: FREE! Places: West Plant Street & North Lakeview Drive Special Events 15 Cruz-n-Car show Date: 3rd Saturday of Every Month Time: 7pm 9pm Fee: FREE! Place: West Plant Street save the date 10TH ANNUAL SPRING FEVER IN THE GARDEN Produced by Bloom & Grow Garden Society Garden, wildlife and nature event has grown over the past nine years vendors are already registering. For information, to become a sponsor or a vendor application, visit Date: April 10 & 11, 2010

16 1 6 ACRYLIC PAINTING Through a series of progressive classes, students will complete a painting for each one to two sessions. Using demonstration and instruction students will learn methods to produce subject painting but will also have many opportunities for self expression. Participants will experience versatility of the acrylic medium, explore color, value, composition, light, and mix according to color wheel. Date: Tuesdays September 8 through October 13 Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm Fee: $16 Resident/ $17 Non-Resident per Class Place: Old Fire Station Recreation Center 127 S. Boyd Street ZUMBA GOLD Class is designed for the active older adult, the true beginner, those who are not used to exercising, or any participant who may have physical limitations. Get a great work-out while learning the basic dance steps of Meringue, Salsa, Cha-Cha, Cumbia, Rock & Roll, Belly Dance, Flamenco, and Tango. Classes run in six-week sessions. Date: Tuesdays September 1 through October 6 Time: 10:00am-11:00am Fee: $32 Resident/ $40 Non-Resident for Six-Week Session $5 Resident/ $6 Non-Resident per Class Place: Old Fire Station Recreation Center 127 S. Boyd Street BRIDGE Join the Bridge Club for a fun afternoon of Duplicate Bridge. Games are played at the picturesque Tanner Hall on Lake Apopka. Bring a friend or come by yourself and make new friends. Date: Thursdays - Ongoing Time: 1:00pm - 4:30pm Fee: $3 per Person Place: Tanner Hall - 29 W. Garden Avenue BUNCO A fun and entertaining dice game for all to play. Twelve players are needed to start this program so please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at if interested. Date: 3rd Monday of the Month Starts September 21 Time: 1:30pm-4:00pm Fee: $3 per Person Place: Old Fire Station Recreation Center 127 S. Boyd Street WEST ORANGE PAGE TURNERS BOOK CLUB Bring a friend and discover current and classic authors. New members and new titles are always welcome! Date: 2nd Monday of the Month Time: 2:00pm 5:00pm Fee: FREE! Place: Old Fire Station Recreation Center 127 S. Boyd Street MY CRITIC S CHOICE Travel to a new restaurant every month and critique the overall dining experience. Spend quality time with friends over a casual lunch while rating the food and service. Trip cost includes transportation only. Lunch is on your own. Date: Last Friday of the Month Time: 11:00am Fee: $8 Resident/ $10 Non-Resident Place: Meet at the Parks and Recreation Office 1 Surprise Drive LUNCH AND LEARN Share a special catered lunch and enjoy our featured guest speaker, Jennifer Campbell, CSA with Age Advantage Home Care Services. She will speak on the topics including: understanding the types of elder care available, trends in aging to how baby boomers will revolutionize retirement. Date: Friday, October 2 Time: 11:30-1:30pm Fee: $5.00 per Person Place: Old Fire Station Recreation Center 127 South Boyd Street

17 RISE AND SHINE WALKING CLUB Stretch out those muscles and get movin! Bring a friend and enjoy company as you exercise your way through Historic Downtown Winter Garden. The Rise and Shine Walking Club is a great way to meet friends, socialize and get a healthy work out! Date: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays Starts September 14 Time: 8:00am - 9:00am Fee: FREE! Place: Meet at the Old Fire Station Recreation Center 127 S. Boyd Street AARP DEFENSIVE DRIVING COURSE Insurance Reduction! Driver Refresher Course! All materials are supplied. Up to 10% discount after completion of course depending on your insurance. Contact the Parks and Recreation Office to register at Date: Wednesday, October 21 & Thursday, October 22 Time: 9:00am-1:00pm Fee: $12 AARP Member/ $14 Non-Member Place: Old Fire Station Recreation Center 127 S. Boyd Street. SHINE AND DINE The Winter Garden Parks and Recreation Department presents lunch and a matinee monthly at the Historic Garden Theater. Meet at the fountain on Plant Street at 11:45am. Lunch will be on your own at 12:00pm with the performance immediately following at 2:00pm. Program cost includes theater ticket only. No transportation is available. DAY TRIPS Trips with the Winter Garden Parks and Recreation Department provide a fun and safe way to get to many destinations throughout Central Florida. Most trips utilize fifteen-passenger vans. Please arrive at the pick-up location ahead of time as trips leave promptly as scheduled. THE BIG BANG Orlando Shakespeare Theater Hilarious musical comedy about two gentleman trying to produce the most lavish Broadway show ever written. Lunch will be on your own and eaten before the play. Date: Wednesday, September 30 Time: 11:00am-5:30pm Fee: $22 Resident/ $24 Non-Resident MURDER MYSTERY EXPRESS Inland Lakes Railroad - Eustis Travel through Eustis on a three-hour tour while you help solve the on board, premeditated murder. Enjoy great cuisine and fun times with friends! Trip cost includes train ticket, dinner and transportation. Date: Friday, October 9 Time: 3:30pm 10:30pm Fee: $70 Resident/ $72 Non-Resident EVERY CHRISTMAS STORY EVER TOLD Orlando Shakespeare Theater Back by popular demand! Three men and a reigngoat tell every Christmas story ever told yes, all of them in 90 minutes. Lunch will be on your own and eaten before the play. Date: Wednesday, December 16 Time: 11:00pm - 5:30pm Fee: $22 Resident/ $24 Non-Resident Parks & Recreation

18 18 WEIGHT WATCHERS There are tremendous benefits to losing weight in terms of reducing your risk for disease. Losing 10% of your starting weight could help you lower your risk for heart disease, reduce your risk for Type 2 Diabetes, lower elevated blood sugar, decrease bad cholesterol and triglyceride levels, and relieve joint strain. Weight Watchers is a great way lose weight and to help keep weight off. Date: Mondays - Ongoing Time: Weigh-in at 5:00pm Meeting at 5:30pm Fee: $12 per Meeting Place: Old Fire Station Recreation Center S. Boyd Street SCRAPBOOKING Techniques and ideas for the beginner, intermediate and advanced participant: during your class time you will make actual scrapbooking pages. Each month has a theme and devotes a certain amount of instructional time with the ingredients you will need to complete a project. Cost includes: 2 hours workshop/training, a make and take kit, 6 hours of open cropping, lunch, snacks and drinks. For upcoming class dates please contact the Parks and Recreation Office. Date: One Sunday per Month Time: 10:00am-6:00pm Fee: $20 per Class Place: Old Fire Station Recreation Center 127 S. Boyd Street PILATES Unwind while exercising at the same time. Learn techniques in stretching and healthy exercise to increase flexibility, cardiovascular strength and spine alignment. For more information please call the Parks and Recreation Office. Date: Mondays Starting in October Time: 6:30pm 7:30pm Fee: $7 per Class - Includes all Materials Place: First Baptist Church of Winter Garden Multi-Purpose Room 125 E. Plant Street Registration: Sign up and pay at class YOGA This class is great for beginners or for those who want a gentle workout. Yoga involves stretching and strengthening exercises, breathing techniques, and relaxing meditation. You will need to bring a mat and towel to class. This class will be in six week sessions. Date: Tuesdays September 1 through October 20 Time: Fee: 7:00pm-8:00pm $6 Resident / $7 Non-Resident per Class $40 Resident / $48 Non-Resident per 6-Week Session Place: Old Fire Station Recreation Center S. Boyd Street QUILTING Class gives you the opportunity to do hands-on projects and learn what quilting is all about. You will take part in community projects, learn new techniques, and enjoy presentations from guest speakers. Date: 2nd Monday of the Month Time: 6:00pm-9:00pm Fee: $3.00 per Class Place: Little Hall 31 W. Garden Avenue

19 SCHOOL HOLIDAY CAMP Camps are held during most Orange County Public School breaks. Campers must bring a packed lunch, snacks and a water bottle to camp each day. Camp fees are non-refundable. Date: November 23, 24 and 25 December 21, 22, 23, 28, 29 & 31 Time: 7:00am 6:00pm Ages: 5* to 13 5 year old campers must have begun Kindergarten Fee: $19 per day Resident $24 per day Non-Resident Place: Old Fire Station Recreation Center South Boyd Street MIDDLE SCHOOL DANCES Enjoy friends, music, games and prizes! Middle School Dances are fun, exciting and safe! Dances are supervised by Recreation staff and are open to sixth-, seventh- and eighth-grade students only. Current school ID must be presented at the door. School dress code is required. Dances are limited to the first 250 participants. Date: Friday, September 18 Friday, October 16 Friday, November 20 Time: 7:00pm 10:00pm Fee: $5 per Student Place: Tanner Hall - 29 West Garden Avenue TEDDY BEAR TEA Calling all bears and kids! Join the Recreation staff for a morning of tea, cakes, treats, tales and fun. All children ages 3 to 5 are welcome to come along with their bear friends. There will even be a special surprise guest! Date: Monday, November 9 Time: 10:00am 12:00pm Fee: FREE! Place: Tanner Hall - 29 West Garden Avenue KID S CAFÉ Hang out with friends, make cool art projects, play games and eat healthy! Kid s Café is a unique, free dinner program designed for children of low-income families and is a joint program offered by the City of Winter Garden, the Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida, and the Orange County Community Action Division. Date: Monday through Thursday Time: 3:30pm - 5:00pm Fee: FREE to all children 18 & under Place: Maxey Community Center Klondike St. Parks & Recreation

20 Athletics ADULT SOFTBALL Winter Garden Parks and Recreation will start their Polar Bear Season in January. Leagues are offered for Men s C & D, Men s Church, and Coed teams! Leagues run Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings. Date: Registration begins December 7 for Polar Bear League Time: Games at 6:45pm; 7:45pm; 8:45pm Fee: $460 per Team Place: Braddock Park Lake Butler Boulevard 20 TENNIS Highly skilled instructors bring years of valuable teaching experience and tennis skills knowledge to City programs. Lessons are offered for all ages and various skill levels. Due to the popularity of tennis lessons, space is limited. Private lessons are also available. Date: Please check for Fee: current session dates and times Ages 5-7 $36 Resident / $42 Non-Resident Ages 8-14 $68 Resident / $74 Non-Resident Adult $135 Resident / $141 Non-Resident Place: Chapin Station Neighborhood Park West Crown Point Cross Road YOUTH SOCCER Soccer offers a great way for boys and girls, ages 3-14, to exercise, learn teamwork and have fun. Games will be held at the new Braddock Park Fields. Fee includes an 8-week season and a team shirt. For more information or if you are interested in volunteering, coaching, or officiating, please contact the Winter Garden Parks and Recreation Department at or recinfo@wintergarden-fl.gov. Online registration will begin January 2010 for the spring season. Fee: $70 Resident/ $90 Non-Resident Place: Braddock Park Lake Butler Boulevard

21 Aquatics FARNSWORTH POOL - 1 SURPRISE DRIVE Time: Saturdays 1:00pm-5:00pm Date: Saturdays Only August 29 September 26 Fee: Daily Admission - $ & up, $1.00 ages 2-11 Family Pass - $50.00 City Resident / $75.00 Non-Resident Individual Passes - $25 City Resident / $30 Non-Resident Groups must be scheduled in advance. WATER AEROBICS A class offered to all who want to participate in en energetic water workout. Date & Time: Continues through seasonable weather (typically early October) Mondays: 6:30pm-7:30pm Tuesdays: 6:00pm-7:00pm Thursdays: 6:00pm-7:00pm Saturdays: Fee: $2.00 per class 8:15am-9am deep water workout 9:00am-10:00am Other Information from the Parks & Recreation Department Sponsorship Opportunities The Winter Garden Parks and Recreation Department is involved in many programs and special events throughout the year. Business partners in our community can continue to help our programs grow and be the best. Receive prominent exposure throughout the community at our events and in our literature distributed to thousands of households each year. If you are interested in being a part of the great things that the Winter Garden Parks and Recreation Department is doing, please call our office at for details. Now Hiring! If you are looking for a great opportunity to share your skills with others then please consider joining the Parks and Recreation team by leading an instructional activity at the new Jessie Brock Community Center. Applications can be obtained on the city website at Winter Garden Parks and Recreation Department 1 Surprise Drive Winter Garden, Fl Phone: Fax: (fax) Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm Parks & Recreation

22 Where to play 22 Braddock Park NEW Lake Butler Boulevard Soccer, Softball, Playground Veteran s Memorial Park 420 South Park Avenue Basketball Courts, Leashed pet Allowed, Picnic Area/Grills, Multipurpose Fields, Softball Fields, Tennis Courts, Volleyball Court, Playground Walker Football Field 415 South Park Avenue Sam Williams Little League Complex 415 South Park Avenue Baseball Fields Old Fire Station Recreation Center 127 South Boyd Street Recreation Programs Maple St. Park 135 Florida Avenue Basketball Courts, Leashed Pet Allowed, Picnic Area/Grill, Playground, Skate Ramps, Racquetball Courts, Volleyball Court Newton Park 31 West Garden Avenue Boat Ramp, Fishing, Leashed Pet Allowed, Picnic Area/Grills, Playground Dr. Bradford Memorial Park 220 West Division Street Fishing, Leashed Pet Allowed, Picnic Area/Grills Chapin Station Neighborhood Park 501 West Crown Point Cross Road Basketball Courts, Bicycling, Leashed Pet Allowed, Picnic Area/Grills, Playground, Tennis Courts Zanders Park and Bouler Pool th Street Basketball Courts, Picnic Area/Grills, Playground, Swimming Recreation Office and Farnsworth Pool 1 Surprise Drive Fishing, Picnic Area/Grills, Swimming

23 Citizen Activism CITIZENS ACTION CENTER Looking for a phone number of a City Government Office? Need to report a pothole in a road? Concerned about a Code Enforcement violation? Interested in commenting on current issues in the City? The Citizens Action Center is a resource for residents and visitors of Winter Garden to request for information or action. It is just a phone call or a click on the City s website. The Center is dedicated to bringing you the highest possible level of customer service satisfaction. CALL: , Option 0 GO TO: and click on the Citizen s Action Center logo. Enter your request via the internet. You may log on and review updates 24 hours a day / 7 days a week. WAYS TO SERVE YOUR CITY The City of Winter Garden has standing advisory boards and committees to provide assistance to the City Commission. Advisory boards and committees usually meet once a month and only require a few hours of a volunteer s time. Applications are accepted continuously. All advisory boards and committee members are appointed by the Mayor and City Commissioners. Contact the City Clerk s office at ext or ext for more information. The application is available on the City Clerk s web page at BOARDS & COMMITTEES INCLUDE: Architectural Review & Historical Preservation Board Enforcement/Nuisance Abatement Board Community Redevelopment Agency Community Redevelopment Agency Advisory Board Fire/Police Pension Board General Employees Pension Board Planning and Zoning Board West SR50 Commercial Corridor Review Board 23

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