FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT: Carly Korn, Public Affairs

PHONE: (909) 337-7275

EMAIL: CKorn@rim-rec.org

WEBSITE: www.rim-rec.org

Public Notice – Line Fire Park District Update

The Rim of the World Recreation and Park District extends our deepest gratitude to the firefighting personnel and supportive services that have assisted our mountain community over the past week. We are profoundly appreciative of the invaluable resources and information provided.

All programs are back to normal schedule as of October 1, 2024. If any updates regarding closures, will be posted here. 

Fall 2024 PRESS RELEASE 

Current Recreation Programs and Activities for Autumn  

Register Online www.rim-rec.org or email info@rim-rec.org for more information. More information like program schedules and pricing can be found on www.rim-rec.org or by calling the Park District Office, (909) 337-7275.

• NEW Baby and Me Yoga – Wednesdays 10:00 AM @ Dance & Fitness Studio, Rimforest – Drop-in or Pre-register online

• NEW Aerobics for Adults – Mondays 9:00 AM @ Robert Hootman Community Center, Running Springs & Thursdays 9:00 AM @ Twin Peaks Community Center Ages 18+ - Drop-in or Pre-register online

• NEW Adult Coed Wood-Bat Softball League – Begins September 22nd – 8 weeks of Games played at Twin Peaks Harich Ball Field 675 Grandview Road, Twin Peaks, CA 92391 – Pre-Registration is required

• New Homeschool Physical Education Program – Begins September 3rd – Ongoing Monthly Program – Grades K-4th meet Tuesdays 1-2 PM and Grades 5th -8th meet Thursdays 1-2 PM @ Lake Gregory Education and Community Center 24740 San Mortiz Way, Crestline, CA 92325 – Pre-Registration is required - This program is canncelled due to lack of enrollment. If paid for the month of October 2024 you will be refunded. 

• Youth Basketball Program & League – Online Registration OPENS Monday, October 7th – Grades K-1st “Little Hoopers” and Grades 2nd-8th League Players – Season runs December 2024 through March 20245 Saturday League Player’s games begin in January 2025

• Archery Adult & Youth Programs – Adults on Wednesdays 5-6 PM & Youth (10-17 yrs.) Wednesdays 4-5 PM @ Twin Peaks Rotary Centennial Park 675 Grandview Road, Twin Peaks, CA 92391 – Ongoing Monthly Program.  The Archery program opens in Spring and ends in Fall. October is the last month for this program. 

• Altitude Aerial Fitness Fit Kids Classes – A variety of programs for children and teens that involve Aerial Hammock, Aerial Arts, Tumbling and Gymnastics, Dance Sport & Beginning Combo Dance Classes – Ongoing Monthly Program – Pre-Registration is Required

• Dance Classes by Vento Dance Company – Youth Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Acro, Pom Dance, and Lyrical Contemporary – Ongoing Monthly Program – Pre-Registration is Required 

• Rim Youth Theatre Choreography/Dance Class – Begins in Winter 

• Open Play Indoor Pickleball – Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 8:30-11:30 AM @ Lake Gregory Education and Community Center 24740 San Moritz Way, Crestline, CA 92325 - Ongoing Monthly Program – Pre-Registration is required

More information like program schedules and pricing can be found on www.rim-rec.org or by calling the Park District Office, (909) 337-7275.

Upcoming Special Community Events

• Parent’s Night Out – October 18th, November 15th, and December 13th – Pre-register Online
• Halloween in the Park – Thursday, October 24, 2024 5:00-8:00 PM @ Lake Gregory Education and Community Center 24740 San Mortiz Way, Crestline, CA 92325 - Sign-up to become a vendor at the Halloween In the Park event
• UPCOMING Teen Nights - TBA
• Pinecone Festival – This event has been cancelled

Park District Happenings and Facility Updates

The Robert Hootman Community Center in Running Springs and the Twin Peaks Community Center have received a refreshing makeover this summer, with upgrades nearing completion. Thanks to a generous infrastructure grant, we’ve installed new windows, an HVAC system, and generators to enhance functionality and comfort.

In addition to these essential upgrades, we've given the centers a modern facelift with updated lighting, new ceilings and flooring, and a sleek, neutral paint scheme. We've also reconfigured smaller rooms to create additional common areas and rental spaces, and both stage areas are set to receive exciting updates.

Our community centers are now available for rent for banquets, weddings, special events, meetings, and more. The booking process is streamlined online for your convenience, and we’re happy to offer tours and answer any questions before you make your decision.

An official grand re-opening event for the community centers is coming soon!

Districts Make the Difference, what does that mean?  
Rim of the World Recreation and Park District is an independent special district sanctioned under California Law for the performance of local government functions. Special Districts range in size from very small to very large. The Rim of the World Recreation and Park District is a smaller Independent special district that operates on a budget of $1.162 million (only 2/3 of which is provided by a $22 annual per-parcel property tax, the remainder needing to come from use fees) yet serves a vast area of 110 square miles. What’s so special? Focused services. Special Districts like the Rim of the World Recreation and Park District were formed to deliver specific public services within defined boundaries for communities who want local control.

Responsibility to Provide a Wide Variety of Services
Since the Rim of the World Recreation and Park District is located in a resort area, our services are not limited to just locals and/or permanent residents or part-time residents, but to all who visit the mountain communities. Even those residents not located within our boundaries, but who own property in our mountain community can benefit from the use of our services. Unlike other Special Districts, our mandate and the services provided have resulted in a great range of opportunities for public recreation.

Benefits of Special Districts
According to the State Legislative Analyst, independent special districts have consistently shown the slowest rate of spending growth for local governments. We believe this is due to the high degree of accountability to the public and to the specific nature of the services provided by special districts. In the case of the Rim of the World Recreation and Park District, it’s due also to our fixed-rate tax source that does not adjust for inflation but must be supplemented by increasing efficiency and other measures. The Rim of the World Recreation and Park District is considered an independent special district because we are directly accountable to our constituents, not another layer of local government and have an elected board that sets policy.
 

Districts Make the Difference
California special districts are much more than local service providers. These local agencies enable their constituents to have local control and are passionate about providing high-quality services and resources in the most efficient and effective manner. Find out more about the impact special districts are having and how they benefit the millions of Californians who use their services.

More information about Park District can be found on the website,
www.rim-rec.org and more specifically the announcements page and public notices page linked below:
Announcements - Rim of the World Recreation and Park District (rim-rec.org)
Public Notices - Rim of the World Recreation and Park District (rim-rec.org)

If you have any questions, please email info@rim-rec.org.

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