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Economic Development Fund
Discretionary Grant Program
Organization: La Pine Park and Recreation District
Organization Description: This is an Oregon Special District governed by a five -
member elected board responsible for delivering recreational programs and facilities to
the Greater La Pine Community, an 85 square mile area of South Deschutes County. The
District is funded through a combination of fees, facility rentals, lease income and a
recycling program. The District offers programs such as seasonal craft and art shows,
sports, summer day camp and a two-day music festival.
Project Name: Insurance Premiums
Project Description: This grant will be used to pay for a portion of the $11,039
insurance payment outstanding for the district. So far, $2,500 has been applied to the
balance. Unless the remainder is received by December 31, 2008, the insurance policy
will not be renewed in 2009. At least one other organization has pledged funding for this
payment. Although the ballot measure for additional funding did not pass, the district
plans to present another ballot measure in May 2009.
Project Period: By December 31, 2008
Amount of Request: $3,000
Previous Grants:
• April 2001: $1,400 (Luke $1,400)
• May 2001: $1,065 (Luke $1,065)
• April 2002: $1,250 Electrical Svcs White School (Luke $625, DeWolf $625)
• April 2008: $1,000 Teen Lounge (Luke $500, Melton $500)
• June 2008: $2,381.57 Summer Kids Program (Melton $1,500; Luke $500;
Daly ($381.57)
• July 2008: $1,357.10 Elections 2006 & 2007 (Luke $1,357.10)
Deschutes County Board of Commissioners
1300 NW Wall St., Bend, OR 97701-1960
(541) 388-6570 - Fax (541) 385-3202 - www.deschutes.org
DESCHUTES COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND
DISCRETIONARY GRANT PROGRAM APPLICATION
Direct Application to:
Commissioner Tammy Baney
Commissioner Dennis R. Luke
Date:
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Amount of Request:
Commissioner Michael M. Daly
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On a separate sheet, please briefly answer the following questions:
1. Describe the applicant organization, including its purpose, leadership structure, and activities.
2. Describe the proposed project or activity.
3. Provide a timeline for completing the proposed project or activity.
4. Explain how the proposed project or activity will impact the community's economic health.
5. Identify the specific communities or groups that will benefit.
6. Itemize anticipated expenditures*. Describe how grant funds will be used and include the
source and amounts of matching funds or in-kind contributions, if any. If the grant will
support an ongoing activity, explain how it will be funded in the future.
Attach:
Proof of the applicant organization's non-profit status.
* Applicant may be contacted during the review process and asked to provide a complete line item budget.
Amount Approved:
By: Date:
Declined: By: Date:
November 7, 2008
P.O. Box 664
iia POO it 1 CZ La Pine, OR 97739
1200 USI2 UCK Office: (541) 536-2223
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To: Board of County Commissioners
office@Iapineparks.org
www,lapineparks.org
La Pine Parks & Recreation Special District serves an 85 square mile area in
Southern Deschutes County. LPRD is the only unfunded special district in the
State of Oregon; it operates by volunteerism, grants and donations. The park
generates funds by its facilties rentals and pop can processing; the community
donates the pop cans.
District Vision Statement:
To meet the increase in population the District will develop and expand facilities
and programs, improve working relationships with other community elements,
establish long-range projects and continue further development of existing
projects.
District Mission Statement:
Establish affordable recreation programs and facilities to accommodate the
needs and desires of the total community, and preserve its natural resources and
beauty.
Regular meetings take place every first and third Monday at 6:OOpm at the White
School Park Building.
Board of Directors:
Tony DeBone - Chairman: tonv.debone(alapineparks.org
Robert Metcalf - Treasurer: robert.metcalf(a.lapineparks.org
Sam Bachman: sam.bachmaraiaginegarks.org
Pat Rongey: pat.rongey a(�lapineparks.org
Keith Rasmussen: keith.rasmussen@lapineparks.org
Some of our Programs/Activities:
BB Gun Club, Computer Club, Shimmy Fit: basic belly dance moves while exercising,
Youth football, basketball & soccer programs. White School Park Building is the home of
Frontier Days, Christmas Bazaar and other community events. LPRD provides meeting
space for many community organizations at White School Park Building, John C
Johnson Center and Finley Butte Community Park.
Insurance Project
The newest development is the issue of the cancellation letter received by La Pine Park
and Recreation Districts insurance company on October 2, 2008. The letter states that
unless the balance due of $11,039 is not received by December 31, 2008, the insurance
policy will not be renewed in 2009. To date, $2,500 has been applied to the outstanding
balenace. The new balance due is $$8,539.00 to be paid by the end of the year. At least
one other organization in town has pledged money to help pay the insurance debt.
In light of the fact the funding measure did not pass, we feel that it was due to the
economy and not the lack of support of the community. We will try again in May of 2009,
and we are very hopeful a funding measure will pass at that time.
In the meanwhile the district cannot go without insurance. We are hopeful to obtain a
grant in the amount of $3,000 to help bring our account up to date.
Please feel free to contact me should you have any questions. Thank you for your
consideration and your past support. It has been greatly appreciated.
Respectfully,
Tony DeBone
La Pine Park & Recreation
541-771-8725