TIP SHEETS
REMARKABLE SOLUTIONS FOR GOVERNMENT AGENCIES, MUNICIPALITIES & SPECIAL DISTRICTS
ABOUT THESE TIP SHEETS
These REMARKABLE MUNICIPAL SOLUTIONS are designed specifically for Government Agencies, Municipalities, & Special Districts so they can be amazing at creating Thriving Communities.
Each of these topics would make for a remarkable In-Person Staff Trainings. Also, they would serve as fun and engaging Educational Sessions at your annual Conference. Additionally, we can assist with your needs for: Graphic Design, Interim Leadership, Agency Check-Ups (i.e. Organizational Assessments), Staff Development & Mentoring, Board Training & Strategic Planning.
This page is continually growing, as additions are made as they become available. Check back regularly to see what's new. Also, let us know if you have a topic that you would like to see us tackle in a future Tip-Sheet.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SOLUTIONS
For any Agency, Municipality or Special District that is seeking to be awesome at Community Engagement, this Tip Sheet gives you the place to start. These tips are focused on those smaller agencies, serving less than 35k population. We break-down effort for Community Engagement into a Three-Fold Strategy (each with its own sub-components): (A) Build a Thriving Message, (B) Expand Community Awareness, & (C) Multiply Your Community Engagement. Note: If needed, we are available to help you on this journey (Solutions 1, 2, 3, 4). Plus, when you enlist our services, we will provide coaching and training for the other 5 solutions.
Call for a Budget Friendly Quote.
DEFENDING PARKS & REC AS ESSENTIAL
THE “ESSENTIAL” PROBLEM = Often in these agencies, the P&R functions find themselves battling for Funding, when other Agency Functions (i.e. Police & Fire Services) declare that the P&R functions are “not really” Essential. This “Essential Problem” then escalates when an Agency is facing Budget Cuts. It vital for P&R staff to make their “Essential-ness” known, long before the budgets start getting cut.
For further insights, See: Community Engagement Tip Sheet & Revenue Generation Tip Sheet.
PLAYGROUND SAFETY SOLUTIONS
This Tip Sheet is for those agencies that are making Playground Safety a top priority.
Typically, this information is useful for smaller agencies, who do not have a large maintenance crew or budget. We understand that the safety of our children is the utmost importance when providing a playground.
We hope these tips prove helpful as you strive towards creating playground environments that are fun and safe for all. Note: If needed, we can assist you in creating your initial agency-wide park inventory.
BUSTING SILOS IN PARK & REC
On Farms, Silos are used to store grain, and keep it dry. So, Silos are good…
But in an organization, Silos are a big problem, & something to be avoided. Silos thrive when communication lacks.
This Tip Sheet shows you how to identify Silos & more importantly, what to do about it. Follow these tips, so you too can be an amazing “Silo-Buster”. If you would like have some help getting started, or even if you need someone to come alongside and assist you with the process, we are available to come work with your team.
FINDING YOUR CORE SERVICES
Some agencies try to be EVERYTHING (all possible programs & services) to EVERYBODY, but often find that they have spread themselves too thin. They are doing MORE than they can fiscally afford to do. Other agencies may be programming within their means, but they have yet to determine what their Core Services are. As we remove those Services that don’t fit with our Agency Mission & Target Markets, we free-up those resources to make them available for additional Core Services.
This is one of many topics explored in the session, “GET REC’D: Getting Recreation to our Communities”. It is also available as Webinar: https://remarkablewebinars.thinkific.com/courses/get-recd
CONTRACT INSTRUCTOR SOLUTIONS
This Tip Sheet is for those agencies seeking to establish a remarkable Contract Instructor Program. Truly, an efficacious effort for Contract Instructors impacts ALL: Program Areas, Ages, & Cultures. It can reduce General Fund Subsidies, while greatly increasing Revenue Generation. The key points here are in the blue boxes: Independent Status, Worth of Service, & the Handbook.
These tips come from the Full Session given at Recreation Conferences. It is also available as Webinar: https://remarkablewebinars.thinkific.com/courses/contract-instructors
PARTNERING WITH
COMMUNITY GROUPS
Once we begin implementing “Equal-Value Exchange” Partnerships, we gain the benefits that come with Partnering, such as: New Programs, New Facilities, New Volunteers, & Increased Community Safety. Now, we can also stop giving away free facility-use.
This Tip Sheet comes from the Full Session given at Recreation Conferences. It is also available as Webinar:
https://remarkablewebinars.thinkific.com/courses/partnering
REVENUE GENERATION
IN PARK & RECREATION
This Tip Sheet is for those Municipal Agencies that offer Parks and Recreation Programs, & Facilities. While Revenue is not main focus of Public Orgs, it is important to be good stewards of funds we have available. On one hand, we must find Efficiencies and “Economies of Scale” to lower Expenditures. On the other hand, we must find ways to increase Revenues. Here are a bunch of Revenue Ideas, placed in 7 Categories that will build your “Revenue House”. Some are obvious, and may already be in place. Others will inspire you to give it a try. Which of these Revenue Ideas are happing in your Agency?
These tips come from the Full Session given at Recreation Conferences. It is also available as Webinar:
https://remarkablewebinars.thinkific.com/courses/revenue-generation
RECREATION PROFESSIONAL BOOT CAMP
Are your Recreation Staff in need of Training and Mentoring? Then, the RPBC Boot Camp is the perfect solution. The RPBC Boot Camp is an Online, On-Demand, Coaching Experience that is perfect for new Recreation Professionals. The Boot Camp provides the foundation needed to thrive in the Recreation Profession. Note: If desired, this Boot Camp can be brought In-Person to your place & customized to your needs.
Call for a Budget Friendly Quote.
BECOMING REMARKABLE BOOT CAMP
Are your Office Staff in need of Training and Mentoring? Then the BCBC Boot Camp is the perfect solution. The BRBC Boot Camp is an Online, On-Demand, Coaching Experience that is perfect for new staff as first time "Professionals". The Boot Camp provides the foundation needed to thrive in an office environment.
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