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CD-Rec Recreation Program
Action Plan Participant:
Community Development Recreation

The City provides numerous recreational and fitness opportunities through the Community Development Recreation program that operates programs for youth and seniors at the 72 Bank Street headquarters (Armory) and throughout the year at a number of locations throughout the city. Programs offered for youth include judo, tennis, basketball, baseball, soccer, sailing, and hip-hop dance. Adult programs include judo and volleyball. Programs are offered to any Fall River resident and fees are minimal.

 

Priority Area:  Environment and Recreation 
Priority Sub-Area:   

2, B)  Increased and improved recreational opportunities for youth and adults

Goal:

To increase the availability of after-school recreational and developmental activities for youth.

Method(s):

Continue providing a full schedule of recreational, cultural and educational programs for youth and adults.

Timeline:          

Continuous, year round activity schedule

Indicators:       

Statistics showing participation in programs and activities

Progress: Community Development Recreation provides year-round recreational, educational and cultural programs for Fall River residents. These programs take place after school as well as evening, weekend and special seasonal events. Enrollment has increased by 9%.

How citizens can  get involved:

Citizens may volunteer at special events such as the annual Spring Sprint

Contact Information:

Grace Gerling, Executive Director, 508-679-0922 or cdrec@meganet.net