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Meeting Date: 1/11/94 Agenda Item: P 1 CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM DESCRIPTION: Indoor Playroom Program Implementation SUBMITTED BY: Carol Kriegler, Park Recreation Director REVIEWED BY: EXPLANATION /SUMMARY: Background: A community playroom program model has been developed for implementation in early February. The goal of establishing the playroom is to provide a facility with toys and simple play equipment where adults can bring young children for social and recreational opportunities. In addition to serving the needs of children, the program would provide opportunities for adult interaction and networking that would serve to reduce parental isolation and increase the sense of community. Program Location: It is proposed that the program be conducted in the nursery room at Falcon Heights United Church of Christ, 1795 Holton. The room's infrastructure provides for several essential features and amenities. While the room has much to offer, changes and adjustments were proposed to the church in an effort to have the room better serve as a community playroom. These proposals were welcomed and accepted with a great deal of enthusiasm. The changes are outlined in detail in an attached document. Generally, they involve the removal of many outdated toys and pieces of play equipment and the addition of many new items to be purchased by the city. Cost of purchasing the new toys and equipment is anticipated to be about 1,200. Hours: The playroom will be open 9:00 a.m. noon, Monday and Thursday mornings and 6:00 p.m. 7:45 p.m. Tuesday evenings from early February to mid -May. The city will staff the site with an individual whose responsibilities will include serving as a program host, being of general assistance to users, collecting user fees, enforcing program policies, light clean -up and the administering of first aid. Fees: As with other recreation programs, the playroom will strive to be self- supporting. Participation fees will be as follows: $2 /tot per visit $3 /family per visit $5 /day care group per visit (3 -5 children) 0 -6 months no charge "Multiple visit cards" will be available for purchase at a cost of $30 for 20 visits per individual or $45 per family. The city's scholarship program will be available for those requesting financial assistance. Program operating costs will be limited to staffing and consumable goods.