Recreation and Community Services Department report

UPDATED YOUTH SPORTS PROTOCOLS The County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health updated the Youth Sports Protocols effective September 1, 2021. Currently, with the high COVID-19 community transmission rate, LA County is requiring routine testing for all athletes and staff participating in moderate or high-risk organized youth sports which includes but not limited to baseball, soccer, and basketball, volleyball, and football. Local Youth Sports user groups have addressed their concern and inability to regulate and enforce weekly testing and are seeking possible waivers from LA County. On Wednesday, Recreation Directors in Los Angeles County met with representatives from Public Health to express the impact weekly testing will have on organized youth sports but the protocols are still in effect as of today. Due to this recent update of Youth Sports Protocols, the Arcadia Recreation and Community Services Youth Volleyball Program will be cancelled this season. SENIOR CLASSES During the week of August 16-20, walk-in and virtual classes had 189 students registered. Classes include Oil Painting, Line Dance, Multilevel Yoga, Strength Training, and Zumba. GIFT SHOP The Gift Shop is open Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 10am to 1pm. During the week of August 16-20, the Gift Shop had 16 shoppers and sales of $64.

WEEKLY MOVIE On Wednesday, August 18, the movie Sleepless in Seattle played for 14 viewers.

AFTER SCHOOL PLAYGROUNDS PROGRAM The Afterschool Playgrounds Program began on Monday, August 16 at six Arcadia elementary school sites. The program is filled to capacity with a total of 180 participants attending the first week. Participants are able to enjoy a fun-filled afternoon with recreational activities, sports, reading, or doing homework.