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Recreation Commission Meeting April 7, 2003 ? Special Children First's school age summer camp will be divided into two parts. Camp I will be for middle school children ages 6-14. Camp II for older teens 15-19 is scheduled to th operate at the North Olmsted Rec Center. The two camps will be in session from June 9- th August 15, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The standard rate is $145.00 a week. A sliding scale based on family size and income is available to accommodate families needing assistance. ? Special Children First's year-round childcare program for 2-1/2 to 5 year olds with special needs will hold summer programming from June through August and operate independently of Camp I and II. Childcare will be available throughout the summer on the center's regular schedule of 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The standard rate for childcare is $126.00/week." Exhibit A A copy of this letter is attached hereto and made a part hereof as . Mr. DiSalvo continued by saying this is more than a pilot program. This summer, the multi- purpose room will be used. There were some conflicting times such as cartooning and karate, but aside from those programs, SCF will have that room. The Commissioner received an E-mail from Don Copeland stating that, "On my return from vacation last week, I talked to Bill (Jacobs) about your inquiry as to any grant funds he may have to purchase the material for creating privacy with the windows in the room at the NORC. He said he would pursue a discussion with you about this. Thanks for your efforts and partnership!!" Mr. DiSalvo said that the windows will be "frosted" for privacy, especially for SCF. They are using our facility in reciprocation; Mr. DiSalvo continued that through the grants and funds received, this would help out the Rec Center as well. Any other needs SCF has are either being paid by SCF or having them paid. There will be swimming and ice skating. Whatever snacks they have they will be buying, not coming through the Rec Center budget. Ms. Hayes asked if rent would be charged. Mr. DiSalvo replied no, it's all part of the partnership. Mr. Jesse stated that one of the things SCF needs the Rec Center for is credibility through the Rec's backing. Mr. DiSalvo asked if there were any questions regarding SCF. Ms. Jones asked the dates of the program, and how many people can join the program. Mr. DiSalvo replied that there is a cap of thth 12 children and young adults, and the program runs June 9 through August 15. When school starts, they will have use of the facility before and after school. Part of the reason they are using the facility before school is that a lot of the children are going to school without breakfast. As early as 6:00 to 7:30 a.m., breakfast will be served. SCF is providing all the transportation as well. Everything is provided. The Rec Center will be its hub. Mr. Baxter asked that if a disadvantaged child's parent had a question, would they call the Rec Center. Mr. DiSalvo replied no, that they will call SCF. The information for contacting SCF will be included in the new brochure, where Horizons used to be. Page 3