City Info Weekly - 2009/07/15 (Archive)

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Go Play!: Non-Profit Organization KaBOOM! Names Longview One of 93 “Playful City USA” Communities

KaBOOM!, a national non-profit dedicated to bringing play back into children’s lives, has recognized Longview for its dedication to play by naming it a Playful City USA for the third year in a row.  Longview Recreation offers many safe affordable quality programs for all ages in physical activity, enrichment, and play. These programs help reduce obesity and increase health and well being. The City of Longview continues to challenge itself by integrating play into current projects which include a riverfront trail planning grant, a water front park grant project, the design of a neighborhood park master plan, construction of a neighborhood trail and new and renovated basketball courts. The City also created a new partnership with the United Way to place interactive “Born Learning” trails in two of the City’s parks. The trails include play and learning stations, while enhancing the opportunity for preschoolers to interact with their parents or guardians.

More information:  Available this summer for children, teens, adults, and senior citizens are a variety of classes, camps, activities, and events. You can sign up by calling 442-5400, or register online at www.mylongview.com/reconline.  If you have questions or would like more information, please contact Longview Recreation at 442-5400 or rec@mylongview.com.

Annual Rental License Fees Repealed

On June 18, Longview City Council passed an ordinance to permanently suspend the collection of annual rental license fees.  These license fees previously were collected from businesses that rent properties.

More information:  Learn more about Ordinance No. 3101 by visiting the Council Agenda pages.

Economic Stimulus Report

The City of Longview regularly posts information about any economic stimulus funds it receives as part in Council agendas and minutes.  The latest report was issued on July 9 and includes information about the program/project, funds available, time frame for completion and status of the project.

More information:  Visit the City’s Council Agenda’s pages.

Summer Concert at the Lake this Thursday evening

Free live music for the entire family will be held on Thursday evenings from 6 to 8 p.m. at Martin’s Dock in Lake Sacajawea Park beginning on July 9.  Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and picnic dinner for this fun family event.  Food service is also available. The July 16 performers are The Buckaroosters (Buck Owens Tribute).

Questions about Longview programs or services?  Don’t forget to check with ASK Longview!