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Notice of PUBLIC Hearing

SLPR Silver Lake Road Connector Trail Public Hearing

Proposed Silver Lake Road Connector Trail M.D.N.R. Grant Application

The Southern Lakes Regional Metropolitan Parks and Recreation Commission (SLPR) is developing a Michigan Department of Natural Resources Trust Fund grant application for the development of the Silver Lake Road Connector Trail. The pathway will be constructed along the south side of Silver Lake Road through the communities of Linden, Fenton and Fenton Township and connects Triangle Park in the City of Linden with Silver Lake Park in the City of Fenton.  The proposed pathway benefits the southern lakes area communities by providing alternate transportation, recreational opportunities, and regional connectivity with an overall goal to develop non-motorized connectivity within these southern Genesee County communities and beyond.

SLPR will be holding an informational public hearing on Thursday, September 17that 6 PM to explain the proposed project and grant application and seek input from the community. Due to COVID restrictions, the public hearing will be held using the Zoom meeting platform.  Use the following link to attend the meeting, ask questions and/or show your support: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86805964438?pwd=SGY4UzAwd3U1ZTlEWU54YS9JdmduUT09  or dial in at (646) 558-8656, using the meeting ID 868 0596 4438 and Pass Code   606872.

 If you have any questions, please contact Ed Koledo at SLPR by calling (810) 714-2011 or using email at ekoledo@slpr.net. 

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SLPR names new Executive Director

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SLPR is excited to announce the new Executive Director

The SLPR Board of Commissioners has announced that Ed Koledo has been named Executive Director of Southern Lakes Parks & Recreation. The SLPR hiring committee offered their recommendation to the full board at a special public meeting on Tuesday, June 9th, 2020.

Mr. Koledo has had a successful career in public education, military operations and with government funded programs. In addition, he is the previous Superintendent of the Linden Public Schools and has a great depth of experience with local municipalities, civic organizations and nonprofits, including the Fenton-Linden Regional Chamber of Commerce, Fenton Rotary, LAFF Pathway organization, Fenton Area Resource & Referral Network and the Fenton Community Fund, all groups that SLPR works with to support our communities.

Mr. Koledo brings expert problem-solving, strategic planning, and relationship building skills. And most importantly, he embodies the servant-leader management style, instilling in others the confidence to achieve.  

SLPR Chairperson, Patricia Lockwood commented that “Mr. Koledo is a leader that will enable SLPR to strengthen our current programs and relationships while supporting growth into new areas”.

Ed will direct the SLPR Team which consists of 5 employees and 75 contractual employees who oversee the programs provided to the community along with the numerous Special Events that SLPR organizes, such as Back to the Bricks, Concerts in the Park, Farmers Markets, & Art Walk. Ed will also serve as the Manager of the Fenton Community & Cultural Center.

Please contact Board Chair, Patricia Lockwood at  Lockwoodpa4@gmail.com or 810-516-9480 with any questions.

SLPR Programs

 

Virtual Animal Art Kids Camp

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Virtual Animal Art Kids Camp

Join us with Denise Willing-Booher for a Virtual Animal Art Kids Camp! Register online today to secure your spot!
 
Virtual Animal Art Kids Camp
$50 Discounted for residents
$60 Regular fee for non-residents
Ages 7-11
 
The kids will learn about our native Michigan animals while learning to draw and paint them. This class will be taught virtually via ZOOM. Students will interact with each other while receiving individualized and group instruction from the instructor. Art can be messy, so please be mindful of this when setting up your home studio. Students will receive an art-at-home package, to help you create your masterpiece at home. An art supply pick-up will be scheduled with registered participants. The deadline to register is: June 15th.
 
June 23, 24, 25, 2020
9:30 am–12:30 pm
 
Virtual class, via ZOOM
Instructed by Denise Willing Booher
 
Animal Art and Mural Painting workshops are partially funded by they City of Fenton Arts & Cultural Commission. A portion of the participant and supply costs have been underwritten to provide quality & professional programming at an affordable cost to participants. Thank you for supporting fine arts in our community!
 
Denise Willing Booher is a working artist that lives in Fenton. She shows her work regionally, nationally and internationally. Her work is in private and corporate collections. Denise has run the award winning DWB Design Studio for over 30 years. Denise currently is the President of the National Watercolor Society as well as a Signature member and the past Chairman of the Michigan Watercolor Society.
Southern Lakes Parks & Recreation

Southern Lakes Parks & Recreation, Executive Director Position

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Southern Lakes Parks & Recreation,                                            Executive Director Position

We are seeking applicants for the position of Executive Director of Southern Lakes Parks & Recreation (SLPR). The selected individual will be responsible for overseeing the organizational administration, program & strategic plans of SLPR.  Key duties include; marketing, financial oversight, community outreach & programming implementation. The position reports to the Board of Directors of SLPR which consists of representatives from Fenton Township, the City of Linden and the City of Fenton

We are seeking an individual with professional skills which includes strategic planning, program development, task facilitation, financial management oversight, strong written & oral communication skills, and a background that includes senior management experience.

Please submit application to Board Chair, Pat Lockwood at:  lockwoodpa4@gmail.com   the deadline for applications is May 26, 2020.

Southern Lakes Parks & Recreation is an EOE.

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