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February 2013

Time is Now to Register for Spring Sports and Activities

It may still be cold outside, but now is the time to register for sports and activities for the spring season.  Many sports and activities have registrations in January, including baseball, softball, soccer, track, tennis, and BMX.  Our youth league programs are administered by volunteer organizations, so dates and times of registrations will vary.  For more information on specific programs, see the youth athletics web page and follow the links to the sports of your interest. Many registration deadlines are fast approaching - don't be left out!!!!

Adult spring softball and flag football registration begins in February. In-person registration for returning teams Tuesday, February 19th from 6:00pm-7:30pm and registration for new teams is Thursday, February 21st from 6:00pm-7:30pm. In-person registration will take place at the main parks' office located at 1792 County Services Parkway in Marietta. For those interested, you can download a softball registration packet on the adult softball web page.  See the adult athletics web page for a listing of all programs.

Encore Series Kicks Off With 'Crazy for You'

The 2013 Encore Series at Jennie T. Anderson Theatre is underway with a performance of “Crazy for You” The Musical by Pebblebrook High School. "Crazy for You" will run through February 10th. Show schedules are January 31st – February 2nd at 8:00pm, February 3rd at 3:00pm, February 7th – February 9th at 8:00pm, and February 10th at 3:00pm. All seats reserved, tickets for all seats $15.

The rest of the Encore season will feature performers such as The Association on February 23rd at 8:00pm, Brenda Lee on March 9th at 8:00pm, Bobby Goldsboro on March 30th at 8:00pm, Ray Price on April 13th  at 8:00pm, and Johnny Rivers on May 5th at 3:00pm. Jennie T. Anderson Theatre is located at 548 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta. To purchase tickets or for more information, call (770) 528-8490.

'A Night in Paris' Father/Daughter - Mother/Son Dance
Come enjoy a night of dinner, dancing, and entertainment in Paris! Open to fathers and daughters and sons and mothers of all ages. Enjoy a night with your “date” where there will be great food, music, dancing, and refreshments. 'A Night in Paris' will be held February 16th from 7:00pm-10:30pm at the South Cobb Recreation Center. Dress is formal - dress to impress! This is a great opportunity to make another magical childhood memory! Bring your dancing shoes and camera! The fee for this event is $20 per couple and $5 for an additional person. Register early because space is limited. Reservations are required. For tickets or for more information, call (770) 819-3240.

Heritage Park Privet Pull and Chili Lunch

Looking to get rid of those winter blues? Get off the sofa and come for a good workout outdoors! At Heritage Park, the Georgia Native Plant Society volunteers will hold their annual privet pull on Saturday, February 9th, from 10:00am-12:00pm. The very invasive exotic plant, Chinese Privet, has taken over this section of woods. The GNPS has been systematically removing it and reclaiming the woods for native plant species and wildlife. Come and help with this environmentally-friendly activity and learn how to transform your own backyard as well. To participate, RSVP by February 2nd to kandcghosh@gmail.com. Please state name and contact information, how many will attend, and how many will eat lunch. Children must be age 14 to participate. Heritage Park is located at 60 Fontaine Road, Mableton, GA 30126 (corner of Fontaine and Nickajack Roads in south-central Cobb County).

SPLOST Projects Update
On March 15, 2011, a referendum on a four-year SPLOST (Special Local Option Sales Tax) was approved by voters. This program will be in effect from January 1, 2012 through December 31, 2015. From this SPLOST, Cobb County Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs will be utilizing $82,023,000 for revitalization, facility renovations and upgrades to parks and facilities. Planning, coordinating and scheduling projects are in their early stages, but you will now be able to see some of the work in progress or soon to begin. Here is a list of current projects:

• The construction of the first phase of cross-tie retaining wall replacement has been completed at Wallace Park. Additional retaining walls will be replaced in conjunction with the improvements for the rest of the park. The location of additional walls will be coordinated with the location of the new baseball concession building.

• A Notice to Proceed for construction has been issued for construction of the retaining wall replacements at Fullers Park. Installation of erosion control has started.

• Upon completion of the retaining wall replacement at Fullers Park , the contractor will move to Lions Park to construct the new walls at the facility.

• Sports Turf Company, Inc. has completed the design work for the field renovations at Noonday Park and a land disturbance permit has been issued by Community Development. Sports Turf anticipates starting construction in January and the park will be closed until July 26, 2013. Sports Turf will attempt to complete the renovation of fields 1-3 and 9-12 during that time period. Fields that aren’t reconstructed by July 26 will be completed after the fall soccer season of 2013.

• Design is continuing for the Tennis Center buildings at Terrell Mill, Harrison, and Kennworth Parks. The Design Development deliverables have been submitted for review by PRCA. Upon approval, the preparation of the final construction documents will begin. Design is scheduled to be submitted to Purchasing to start the advertisement for bidding in the second quarter of 2013.

• Lose and Associates is nearing completion of the preliminary design for Wallace Park. The project is scheduled to be sent to Purchasing for bidding in the summer of 2013.

• Lose and Associates is scheduled to complete the preliminary design for Kennworth Park in mid February. The project is scheduled to be sent to Purchasing for bidding in the summer of 2013.

• Contracts have been issued to jB+a, inc. for the design of the rehabilitation of Sandy Plains Park. jB+a is in the process of compiling their contract and insurance documentation for submittal to the County. Upon approval, the contracts will be routed for signature and a Notice to Proceed with the design will be issued after signature by the Chairman.

• A Notice to Proceed with the design of the pool house and pool renovations at Sewell Park was issued to Pope/Partners. Preliminary design is getting underway. The construction is scheduled to begin in the fall of 2013 and be completed by Memorial Day in 2014.

• Contracts have been issued to Brewer Engineering for the design of the fields and concession building replacement at Sewell Park. Brewer is in the process of obtaining the required final insurance information and upon return, the contracts will be routed for signature by the Chairman, and a Notice to Proceed with the design will be issued upon receipt of the contracts signed by the Chairman.

• Contracts have been issued to Wakefield Beasley & Associates for the infrastructure analysis and improvements for the Civic Center. Upon receipt of the signed contracts and required insurance information, the contracts will be routed for review and execution.

• Contracts have been issued to Lyman Davidson Dooley for the design of Wildhorse Park seasonal water feature. Upon receipt of the signed contracts and required insurance information, the contracts will be routed for review and execution.

• Contracts have been issued to Southeastern Engineering for the design of improvements at Hurt Road Park. Upon receipt of the signed contracts and required insurance information, the contracts will be routed for review and execution.

• Proposals for the sports field lighting design at Tramore and Noonday Parks have been evaluated, and McVeigh and Mangum was selected as the designer for these projects. Contracts have been issued; McVeigh and Mangum is in the process of obtaining the required final insurance information and upon return, the contracts will be routed for signature by the Chairman and a Notice to Proceed with the design will be issued upon receipt of the contracts signed by the Chairman.

• The details of the scope of work and fee for Hyde Farm Historical Architecture have been finalized, and the contract with AMEC for the design was approved by the Board at the January 8, 2013 meeting.

• The award for the purchase of new scoreboards have been approved by the Board. The scoreboards will be purchased under an annual contract and be installed by PRCA staff and/or through annual contract. The majority of the existing scoreboards throughout the Parks system will be replaced.

• The proposals for the design of improvements at Shaw Park have been distributed to the evaluation committee for review and will be submitted to the BOC for consideration at the February 12 meeting.

• The proposals for the design of the improvements at Al Bishop Park have been distributed to the evaluation committee for review and will be submitted to the BOC for consideration at the February 12 meeting.

• The proposals for the design of the replacement of three concession/restroom buildings at Fullers Park have been distributed to the evaluation committee for review and will be submitted to the BOC for consideration at the February 12 meeting.   
• The preparation of the Powder Springs Park Master Plan is in process. A meeting with the consultant was held to consider further revisions to bring the project in alignment with the established budget for the project. A revised Master Plan has been submitted to PRCA for review.
• A draft RFP for the design of improvements at Lions Park has been prepared and reviewed by PRCA staff. The document will be finalized and submitted to Purchasing no later than February 6, 2013.
• A draft RFP for the design of improvements at Nickajack Park has been prepared and reviewed by staff. The document will be finalized and submitted to Purchasing no later than February 20, 2013.
• An RFP for improvements of the infrastructure at Jim Miller Park is currently being drafted. The RFP will be submitted to Purchasing once the scope of the work to be included in the RFP is finalized.
• Procurement of miscellaneous materials for improvements at Central Aquatic Center has begun. All materials for this project will be purchased via formal quotations from qualified vendors.
• Planning for the air quality improvements at South Cobb Aquatic Center and West Cobb Aquatic Center has begun. Purchase of major equipment for the projects is scheduled for 2013. Installation will be coordinated with the operation of the facilities.
• The shingle roof on picnic shelter #1 at Terrell Mill Park has been replaced with a metal roof.
  

These are just a few of the numerous projects that you will see in the next few years updating and revitalizing our parks' system. For a complete listing of projects and updates, see the Splost 2011 web page on the Cobb County website.

Spring Break Camp at the Mable House

Spring break will be here before we know it and what better way to spend it than ART CAMP! The Mable House is offering Spring Break Art Camp April 8th-11th. It is split into two camps: ages 6-7 and ages 8-12 years old from 9:00am–3:00pm. The camp costs $100 (including the supply fee). Please call the Mable House Arts Center at (770) 819-3285 to register or with any questions. Spaces are limited so register today!

Home School Classes Offered at The Mable House Arts Center

The Mable House Arts Center provides a variety of enrichment Home School Classes for your child. Courses include Pottery, Art of Anatomy, Hand Drums 101, Yoga and much, much more!!! The 2013 spring quarter begins February 27th and early registration starts February 4th. For questions or to register for these impressive classes, call (770) 819-3285. To see a complete list of, please visit www.MableHouse.org.

Professional Tennis Registry Offers Workshop at Sweetwater Tennis Center
On February 9th-10th, Sweetwater Tennis Center will host a Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) workshop and testing weekend. All aspiring tennis professionals are invited to continue to improve their tennis instruction. Either contact Charlie McCoy at Sweetwater Tennis Center (770) - 819-3221 or PTR at http://ptrtennis.org for more information on this workshop. Membership in PTR is necessary to attend this workshop.