To: Martin L. Cousineau, Finance Committee Chairperson
From: Barry June, Parks and Recreation Director
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RE: Parks Travel Request - Revenue Development & Management School
recommendation
BOARD ACTION REQUESTED:
Genesee County Parks and Recreation staff requests the approval of a travel request for two (2) Parks staff to attend Revenue Development & Management School at Oglebay National Training Center in Wheeling, West Virginia, March 10 - March 15, 2024, in a total amount not to exceed $5,500.00.
BACKGROUND:
Revenue Development & Management School focuses on agencies with revenue generating facilities, organizations associated with state or local parks. It is presented by North Carolina State University in cooperation with the National Recreation & Park Association. Focus and curriculum is attached.
Parks Staff Managing Revenue Generating Facilities:
Anthony Walter, Parks Operations Manager - Wolverine Campground, Mounds ORV, Bluegill Boat Launch, Walleye Pike Boat Launch, Elba Equestrian Complex, E.A. Cummings Center
Melissa Mahan, Crossroads Village Manager - Crossroads Village
DISCUSSION:
Dates: March 10-15, 2024
Location: Oglebay Resort & Conference Center, Wheeling, WV
Staff: Anthony Walter, Parks Operations Manager; Melissa Mahan, Crossroads Village Manager
Cost: All-Inclusive Package (tuition, room, and meal package) - $5,500; Travel - County vehicle
Total: Not to exceed $5,500.00
NO USE OF GENERAL FUND.
IMPACT ON HUMAN RESOURCES:
None.
IMPACT ON BUDGET:
Budgeted Travel Expense to be paid from account 2080-751.00-910.004.
IMPACT ON FACILITIES:
None.
IMPACT ON TECHNOLOGY:
None.
CONFORMITY TO COUNTY PRIORITIES:
Staff is our greatest asset. Investing in our staff creates a sense of place that retains and attracts people to our county and organization. This opportunity encourages collaboration with other entities and agencies to create economic growth and promotes effective communication of our resources and services available to our residents...
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