Benefits Committee

Meeting Dates –

September 12, 2008

October 10, 2008

December 12, 2008

All Meetings are scheduled from 10 – Noon and will be held at the Waukesha Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department.  The exception will be December 12 which is to be held at Thunder Bay Grill at Noon.

Committee Leadership – Mona Bauer, Chair – Mikko Hilvo, Steve Birney, Chad Brown, Lynda Fink, Karen Malecki, Jeremy Crees, Janelle Pudenz, Judy Goodchild, Marty Kosobucki, Steve Thompson

2008 Agendas

		May 2, 2008 Meeting Agenda
		April 11, 2008 Meeting Agenda
		March 7, 2008 Meeting Agenda

2008 Minutes

		May 2, 2008 Meeting Minutes
		April 11, 2008 Meeting Minutes
		March 7, 2008 Meeting Minutes

Past Benefit Award Winners

Madison School – Community Recreation (Benefits Cable Television Show)

Delafield Park and Recreation Commission (Family Fright Night Proceeds Went to Construct Skate Park)

West Bend Park, Recreation & Forestry (Benefit News Column)

UW La Crosse (Benefit Classroom Instruction/Curriculum)

Wausau/Marathon Parks, Recreation & Forestry (Recreation Guide-Benefit Marketing)

 Washington County Planning & Parks (Benefit Posters/Community Announcements)

Benefit Information

		Download the Ben E. Fits Mascot rental form now
		Order a Ben. E. Fits Plush Toy now!!!
		Download the Benefits Proclamation
		Download the Benefits Award Application for 2008
		Order your Economic Development DVD Now!
		Order your "Discover the Benefits Flag" Now!

Whereas, parks and recreation activities enhance the physical health and mental well-being of individuals, work forces, and communities; and

Whereas, participation in recreation programs builds self-esteem and provides positive and constructive alternatives to anti-social behavior; and

Whereas, parks and recreation opportunities and open space enhance the desirability of communities as locations for business, industry and residential housing; and

Whereas, parks and recreation stimulates tourism revenues and the economic development of communities; and

Whereas, parks and open space are vital to the appearance and livability of communities, protect our air and water, and balance our ecosystem; and

Whereas, it is the right of everyone regardless of age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin or ability to participate in parks and recreation programs and activities and enjoy parks and open space.

Now, therefore, be it resolved that all citizens of this community join with citizens of other communities throughout this great state in recognizing that parks and recreation services are essential to the quality of life not only in July during "July Is Parks and Recreation Month," but all through the year as well.