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THE GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES OFFICE OF PLANNING AND RESEARCH RECREATION PLANNING SECTION

JANUARY, 1977

From Jim Oates
To My Fellow
Georgia Recreators
For the past 14~ years, it has been my good fortune and pleasure to work in the recreation and park field in the state of Georgia. Few individuals in this profession have had the opportunity to serve in three great communities (Dalton, Carrollton, Cobb County) and at the state leveL Each position provided tremendous opportunities for both personal and professional growth.
The particular times that I served in each position were exciting times. Plans were developed, bond referendums were passed, parks were acquired, facilities were constructed, and programs were initiated and expanded at the local leveL While a-t the state level, reorganization was consummated, technical services expanded, Heritage Trust program was implemented, Recreation and Park Assistance Fund created new agencies, and the Land and Water Conservation Fund appears to be reaching its objectives with increased funding.
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Community Education Applications Being Accepted
The Office of Education is taking applications until February 7, 1977 for the community education program. Under this program, grants are made to assist state and local education agencies establish or expand community education programs or to develop programs to train personneL
In FY'77 $15 million is available for local education agencies. Because of providing a service function to public elementary and secondary schools, local recreation departments are eligible for funds to establish or improve community education programs in the schools. Funds are to be used only to cover leadership, administrative, and coordination costs.
Application forms may be obtained from the U.S. Office of Education, Community Education Program, Regional Office Building Three, Room 5622, 7th and D Streets, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20202,202-245-0691
Applications For L & WCF and R & PAF To Be Accepted
Applications for the Land and Water Conservation Fund, acquisition and development money for outdoor recreation areas and facilities, will be accepted in the Funding Unit of DNR between January 15 and March 15, 1977
If Congress appropriates monies at the authorized level, Georgia's share would double to about $6.8 million.
The APDC's will be receiving applications for the Recreation and Park Assistance Fund by mid-February If the Georgia General Assembly approves these funds, funding of new recreation departments could begin by July 1, 1977 Interested communities should contact their APDC now

Certification Course Offered For Swimming Pool Operators

Due to the tremendous response to courses held in Florida and many requests in Georgia, CEALIN Chemicals will conduct the National Swimming Pool Institute course for pool operators in Atlanta February 21st through the 25th.
This is an extensive training program for pool operators and anyone directing pool activities or otherwise connected with swimming pools. There will be no discussion regarding particular brands or chemicals. The student will be presented with information including water chemistry, basic mechanical operation, and various material on proper pool controls.
On Friday February 25th, a test will be given by the Division of Public Health, Department of Human Resources. Those receiving a mark of 70% or higher will be issued a certificate from the Health Division indicating their success.
A fee of $15 must be collected from each student prior to the first session on February 21st. This fee will cover the NSPI Handbook, testing materials and certificates.
Exact times and location will be provided for those interested in the course. A deadline of February I Oth has been established for registration, with a limit of 80 delegates.
To register contact Cealin Chemicals, Georgia Office, P 0 . Box 47735, Atlanta, Georgia 30362, (404) 448-8794.

Dr Joe Willis of GSU
GRPS-NRPA Offices Moved
The joint offices of the Georgia Recreation and Park Society, Inc. and the National Recreation and Park Association, Southeast Region, recently moved to Freeway Office Park, 1677 Tullie Circle, Suite 114, Atlanta, Georgia 30329
These offices are located near 1-85 Northeast and North Druid Hills Road.
The telephone numbers also changed. The GRPS number is (404) 634-2298 and the NRPA number is (404) 634-1997

New Recreation Educators In Georgia
Columbus College has a new Head of the Department of Recreation, Dr. Michael Taylor. Dr Taylor left Trenton State College in New Jersey, where he was an Assistant Professor of Recreation and Coordinator of the recreation majors program.
The recreation program at Columbus College will now encompass Recreation Planning and Administration, Therapeutic Recreation, Leisure Education, and Outdoor Resource Management.
Dr. Joe Willis is Georgia State University's new Chairman of the Department of Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Safety Dr. Willis held a similar position at Queens College in New York prior to coming to GSU.

GRPS officers elected for 1977 in November at Savannah. (L-R) Dr Doug Leavitt-President; Larry Fortson- Second Vice-President; Claudia McNairFirst Vice-President; Jerry Gist-Treasurer; Tom Martin-President-Elect; Mike Daniel-Secretary, George Harris- Past-President.

Recreators Accept New Positions
Four prominent Georgia recreators have announced their acceptance of positions in recreation outside Georgia.
James 0. Oates has resigned as Chief, Recreation Planning Section, Georgia Department of Natural Resources, to accept the position of Director of Parks and Recreation in Dothan, Alabama. Prior to- joining DNR three years ago, Oates was Director of the Cobb County Parks and Recreation Department in Marietta, Georgia for seven years. Oates was honored as "Professional of the Year" in 1976 by the Georgia Recreation and Park Society
James L. Ryan has joined the National Easter Seal Society in Chicago, Illinois, as Program Specialist, Camping and Recreation. Ryan served as the State Therapeutic Recreation Consultant for the Georgia Department of Natural Resources in Atlanta for the past three years. Before joining DNR, he was Coordinator of Activity Therapies for the Georgia Mental Health Institute in Atlanta for two years.
Bob Saylors has resigned as Director of the College Park Recreation Department in College Park, Georgia, where he served for three years, to become Director o( Recreation in East Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Saylors worked as Area Coordinator for Cobb County P~ks and Recreation Department in Marietta, Georgia, prior to joining the College Park Department.
Jerry Gist is the new Director of Parks and Recreation in Jackson, Tennessee. Gist was formerly the Director of the Hall County Parks and Recreation Department in Gainesville, Georgia having served in that position for six years.
OATES (continued from page 1)
I am also most appreciative of having had the opportunity to be a part of the Georgia Recreation and Park Society and during this time see and experience its tremendous growth. The Society has grown both in number and in the professionalism of its members.
It has been fantastic to have been a part of G.R.P.S. as it grew, struggled, squabbled, and fought. Yet through a cooperative spirit, fiscal responsibility, organization, and most importantly, leadership, Q.R.P.S. has accomplished much for the professional and the profession. G.R.P.S. is known and respected nationwide.
- More gratifying than the positions I have held and my involvement in G.R.P.S. has been the opportunity to work with hundreds of dedicated recreation and park professionals. The joy of sharing

in the accomplishments and the sadness of failure has created a strong bond among us. I will certainly misS those relationships.
My prayer is that God will continue to bless you and your work in Georgia, and I certainly covet your prayers for my family and me as we move to Alabama. As Genesis 37 17 states, " .for I heard them say, Let us go to Dothan."
Recent Personnel Action
Roswell Parks & Recreation Department: Gary Bracewell - Assistant Director
Valdosta Parks & Recreation Department: Tracy Ash Special Activities Coordinator Jennifer Burgess Senior Citizens Coordinator Dennis Cain Athletic Director
Douglas Parks & Recreation Department: Danny Lewis Director
Baxley-Appling Co. Parks & Recreation Department: Olin Credle Director
LaFayette Parks & Recreation Department: Greg Scoggins Athletic Director
Monroe Parks & Recreation Department: Pat Barkley Director
Austell Parks & Recreation Department: Jackie Headley Director
Waynesboro-Burke Co. Recreation Department: Danny Jones Director
Georgia Mountains APDC: Rex Brown Recreation Planner
Peachtree City Parks & Recreation Department: Jim North Athletic Director
Clayton County Parks & Recreation Department: Barbara Trader Therapeutic Director
Blackshear-Pierce County Parks & Recreation Dept. Don Clements - Director
Dept. of NaturatResources-Recreation Planning Section.
Dave Grant Heritage Trust Coordinator Ron Belz SCORP Planner
Henry Co. Parks & Recreation Dept. Charles Bledsoe Director
Snellville Parks & Recreation Dept. Derek Stewart Director
College Park Recreation Department: Eric Stipe Director
Cartersville Recreation Department: W K. Gentry Director of Parks & Recreation Dennis Collier - Program Director Ronnie Green Athletic Director

Promotions and New Assignments
Cobb County Parks & Recreation Department Bob Baldwin General Manager of Recreation Donnie Edgar Civic Center Manager Hall County Recreation & Parks Department Marcia Bagby - Superintendent of Recreation Millie Coffee Recreation Leader Valdosta Parks & Recreation Department W A. Edwards Assistant Athletic Director Ken Talbert Recreation Coordinator
Positions Available
Troup County - Area Director
Rabun County Director
Commerce Director
Washington-Wilkes County Director

Oates to Remember

February 2-4
24-27
March
1-3
April
3-6

NRPA Forum Riviera Hyatt House Atlanta
AAHPER Southern District Convention
Hyatt Regency Hotel Atlanta
NRPA Southeast Region Parks & Recreation Maintenance Operations Workshop Rock Eagle
NRPA Southern District Conference
DeSoto Hilton Hotel Savannah

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