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MEMORANDUM

To: All Riverside Community Health Center Staff
From: Denise Alvarez, Facilities Manager
Date: April 7
Subject: Parking lot repaving

(1) Starting Monday, April 21, a paving crew will resurface the east parking lot. The work is expected to take four days, weather permitting. During that time, the east lot will be closed to all vehicles, including delivery trucks.

(2) We know that parking is already tight, so we have arranged several options. Staff members may park in the church lot on Elm Street, which is about two blocks away. A shuttle van will run between the church lot and our front entrance every fifteen minutes from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. The schedule for the shuttle runs are posted on the break-room bulletin board and on the staff website.

(3) The repaving will not effect patient appointments. Patients will continue to use the west lot, which has 40 spaces and four accessible spots near the main door. To keep those spaces open for patients, we ask all employees, including managers and part-time staff, to use the church lot or the shuttle during the project.

(4) Last spring, the same crew repaired the north lot ahead of schedule, and the results have held up well through the winter. We expect a similar outcome this time. The new surface will have brighter lines, better drainage, and two additional accessible parking spaces.

(5) If you have a question about your shift, a special parking need, or a delivery that cannot be moved, please contact Marcus Bell or I before Friday, April 18. Marcus can be reached at extension 214, and I can be reached at extension 230. We will do our best to find a solution for everyone.

(6) Thank you for your patience. A few days of inconvenience will give us a safer, cleaner lot for years to come.

MEMORANDUM

To: All Riverside Community Health Center Staff
From: Denise Alvarez, Facilities Manager
Date: April 7
Subject: Parking lot repaving

(1) Starting Monday, April 21, a paving crew will resurface the east parking lot. The work is expected to take four days, weather permitting. During that time, the east lot will be closed to all vehicles, including delivery trucks.

(2) We know that parking is already tight, so we have arranged several options. Staff members may park in the church lot on Elm Street, which is about two blocks away. A shuttle van will run between the church lot and our front entrance every fifteen minutes from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. The schedule for the shuttle runs are posted on the break-room bulletin board and on the staff website.

(3) The repaving will not effect patient appointments. Patients will continue to use the west lot, which has 40 spaces and four accessible spots near the main door. To keep those spaces open for patients, we ask all employees, including managers and part-time staff, to use the church lot or the shuttle during the project.

(4) Last spring, the same crew repaired the north lot ahead of schedule, and the results have held up well through the winter. We expect a similar outcome this time. The new surface will have brighter lines, better drainage, and two additional accessible parking spaces.

(5) If you have a question about your shift, a special parking need, or a delivery that cannot be moved, please contact Marcus Bell or I before Friday, April 18. Marcus can be reached at extension 214, and I can be reached at extension 230. We will do our best to find a solution for everyone.

(6) Thank you for your patience. A few days of inconvenience will give us a safer, cleaner lot for years to come.

From: Teresa Holm, Aquatics Coordinator To: Maple Grove Pool members Subject: Opening day and new pool rules

(1) Maple Grove Community Pool opens for the season on Saturday, June 7. Thank you for renewing your memberships. This summer the pool will be open every day accept Monday, when the staff cleans the filters and tests the water.

(2) We have made a few changes based on your feedback. The shallow end now has a shaded seating area, and the locker rooms have new benches and brighter lights. There is also two new rules for the snack bar. First, all food must stay at the picnic tables. Second, glass bottles are no longer allowed anywhere on the pool deck.

(3) Please note that the pool's two diving boards will be closed until it is inspected by the county. The inspection is scheduled for mid-June, and we will post the results at the front desk as soon as we receive them.

(4) Safety remains our top priority. Last summer, several young children had swam past the rope line into the deep end before a lifeguard noticed. To prevent this, we will add a second rope and station a lifeguard at the line during busy afternoon hours. Children under eight must be accompanied in the water by an adult.

(5) In the event that it rains or thunder is heard, the lifeguards will clear the pool for at least thirty minutes. Members may wait in the clubhouse, where board games and a television are available.

(6) Finally, we are looking for volunteers to help with our Family Swim Night on July 12. Volunteers will greet guests, serve lemonade, and help set up the movie screen. If you can give two hours of your time, please sign up at the front desk.

(7) We look forward to seeing you at the pool. Have a safe and happy summer!

From: Teresa Holm, Aquatics Coordinator To: Maple Grove Pool members Subject: Opening day and new pool rules

(1) Maple Grove Community Pool opens for the season on Saturday, June 7. Thank you for renewing your memberships. This summer the pool will be open every day accept Monday, when the staff cleans the filters and tests the water.

(2) We have made a few changes based on your feedback. The shallow end now has a shaded seating area, and the locker rooms have new benches and brighter lights. There is also two new rules for the snack bar. First, all food must stay at the picnic tables. Second, glass bottles are no longer allowed anywhere on the pool deck.

(3) Please note that the pool's two diving boards will be closed until it is inspected by the county. The inspection is scheduled for mid-June, and we will post the results at the front desk as soon as we receive them.

(4) Safety remains our top priority. Last summer, several young children had swam past the rope line into the deep end before a lifeguard noticed. To prevent this, we will add a second rope and station a lifeguard at the line during busy afternoon hours. Children under eight must be accompanied in the water by an adult.

(5) In the event that it rains or thunder is heard, the lifeguards will clear the pool for at least thirty minutes. Members may wait in the clubhouse, where board games and a television are available.

(6) Finally, we are looking for volunteers to help with our Family Swim Night on July 12. Volunteers will greet guests, serve lemonade, and help set up the movie screen. If you can give two hours of your time, please sign up at the front desk.

(7) We look forward to seeing you at the pool. Have a safe and happy summer!

MEMORANDUM

To: All Riverside Community Health Center Staff
From: Denise Alvarez, Facilities Manager
Date: April 7
Subject: Parking lot repaving

(1) Starting Monday, April 21, a paving crew will resurface the east parking lot. The work is expected to take four days, weather permitting. During that time, the east lot will be closed to all vehicles, including delivery trucks.

(2) We know that parking is already tight, so we have arranged several options. Staff members may park in the church lot on Elm Street, which is about two blocks away. A shuttle van will run between the church lot and our front entrance every fifteen minutes from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. The schedule for the shuttle runs are posted on the break-room bulletin board and on the staff website.

(3) The repaving will not effect patient appointments. Patients will continue to use the west lot, which has 40 spaces and four accessible spots near the main door. To keep those spaces open for patients, we ask all employees, including managers and part-time staff, to use the church lot or the shuttle during the project.

(4) Last spring, the same crew repaired the north lot ahead of schedule, and the results have held up well through the winter. We expect a similar outcome this time. The new surface will have brighter lines, better drainage, and two additional accessible parking spaces.

(5) If you have a question about your shift, a special parking need, or a delivery that cannot be moved, please contact Marcus Bell or I before Friday, April 18. Marcus can be reached at extension 214, and I can be reached at extension 230. We will do our best to find a solution for everyone.

(6) Thank you for your patience. A few days of inconvenience will give us a safer, cleaner lot for years to come.

From: Tomas Reyna, Volunteer Coordinator
To: Maple Street Community Garden volunteers
Subject: Spring update and volunteer schedule

Dear Volunteers,

(1) I hope you enjoyed the winter break. The garden committee has finalized it's budget for the coming season, and I am happy to share some good news with all of you.

(2) First, the city has approved our request for a second water line. Last year, volunteers carried buckets from the single spigot near the gate, which slowed down every watering shift. The new line will run along the back fence and will serve the twelve raised beds in that area.

(3) Second, we will start a composting program in May. At this point in time, due to the fact that we have more volunteers than ever before, we can finally staff a weekly compost shift. Volunteers on this shift will turn the piles, record the temperature, and add dry leaves when the mix becomes too wet.

(4) Third, our partnership with Lincoln Elementary School will continue. When Ms. Okafor met with Ms. Reyes, she agreed to donate 200 tomato and pepper seedlings from the school greenhouse. Students will visit the garden on three Saturdays to help plant them.

(5) Finally, a reminder about our shared tools. Several shovels and two wheelbarrows were left outside last fall, and the rain ruined the handles. Please return every tool to the shed at the end of your shift. The committee is gonna be super strict about this rule from now on, so please take it seriously.

(6) The volunteer sign-up sheet for April and May is now available on our website. Each shift lasts two hours, and no experience is needed. If you have never gardened before, an experienced volunteer will work alongside you until you feel comfortable.

(7) Thank you for everything you do. Our garden grew more than 1,500 pounds of produce for the Westside Food Pantry last year, and with your help, we can grow even more this season.

Sincerely,
Tomas Reyna

From: Tomas Reyna, Volunteer Coordinator
To: Maple Street Community Garden volunteers
Subject: Spring update and volunteer schedule

Dear Volunteers,

(1) I hope you enjoyed the winter break. The garden committee has finalized it's budget for the coming season, and I am happy to share some good news with all of you.

(2) First, the city has approved our request for a second water line. Last year, volunteers carried buckets from the single spigot near the gate, which slowed down every watering shift. The new line will run along the back fence and will serve the twelve raised beds in that area.

(3) Second, we will start a composting program in May. At this point in time, due to the fact that we have more volunteers than ever before, we can finally staff a weekly compost shift. Volunteers on this shift will turn the piles, record the temperature, and add dry leaves when the mix becomes too wet.

(4) Third, our partnership with Lincoln Elementary School will continue. When Ms. Okafor met with Ms. Reyes, she agreed to donate 200 tomato and pepper seedlings from the school greenhouse. Students will visit the garden on three Saturdays to help plant them.

(5) Finally, a reminder about our shared tools. Several shovels and two wheelbarrows were left outside last fall, and the rain ruined the handles. Please return every tool to the shed at the end of your shift. The committee is gonna be super strict about this rule from now on, so please take it seriously.

(6) The volunteer sign-up sheet for April and May is now available on our website. Each shift lasts two hours, and no experience is needed. If you have never gardened before, an experienced volunteer will work alongside you until you feel comfortable.

(7) Thank you for everything you do. Our garden grew more than 1,500 pounds of produce for the Westside Food Pantry last year, and with your help, we can grow even more this season.

Sincerely,
Tomas Reyna

From: Tomas Reyna, Volunteer Coordinator
To: Maple Street Community Garden volunteers
Subject: Spring update and volunteer schedule

Dear Volunteers,

(1) I hope you enjoyed the winter break. The garden committee has finalized it's budget for the coming season, and I am happy to share some good news with all of you.

(2) First, the city has approved our request for a second water line. Last year, volunteers carried buckets from the single spigot near the gate, which slowed down every watering shift. The new line will run along the back fence and will serve the twelve raised beds in that area.

(3) Second, we will start a composting program in May. At this point in time, due to the fact that we have more volunteers than ever before, we can finally staff a weekly compost shift. Volunteers on this shift will turn the piles, record the temperature, and add dry leaves when the mix becomes too wet.

(4) Third, our partnership with Lincoln Elementary School will continue. When Ms. Okafor met with Ms. Reyes, she agreed to donate 200 tomato and pepper seedlings from the school greenhouse. Students will visit the garden on three Saturdays to help plant them.

(5) Finally, a reminder about our shared tools. Several shovels and two wheelbarrows were left outside last fall, and the rain ruined the handles. Please return every tool to the shed at the end of your shift. The committee is gonna be super strict about this rule from now on, so please take it seriously.

(6) The volunteer sign-up sheet for April and May is now available on our website. Each shift lasts two hours, and no experience is needed. If you have never gardened before, an experienced volunteer will work alongside you until you feel comfortable.

(7) Thank you for everything you do. Our garden grew more than 1,500 pounds of produce for the Westside Food Pantry last year, and with your help, we can grow even more this season.

Sincerely,
Tomas Reyna

From: Teresa Holm, Aquatics Coordinator To: Maple Grove Pool members Subject: Opening day and new pool rules

(1) Maple Grove Community Pool opens for the season on Saturday, June 7. Thank you for renewing your memberships. This summer the pool will be open every day accept Monday, when the staff cleans the filters and tests the water.

(2) We have made a few changes based on your feedback. The shallow end now has a shaded seating area, and the locker rooms have new benches and brighter lights. There is also two new rules for the snack bar. First, all food must stay at the picnic tables. Second, glass bottles are no longer allowed anywhere on the pool deck.

(3) Please note that the pool's two diving boards will be closed until it is inspected by the county. The inspection is scheduled for mid-June, and we will post the results at the front desk as soon as we receive them.

(4) Safety remains our top priority. Last summer, several young children had swam past the rope line into the deep end before a lifeguard noticed. To prevent this, we will add a second rope and station a lifeguard at the line during busy afternoon hours. Children under eight must be accompanied in the water by an adult.

(5) In the event that it rains or thunder is heard, the lifeguards will clear the pool for at least thirty minutes. Members may wait in the clubhouse, where board games and a television are available.

(6) Finally, we are looking for volunteers to help with our Family Swim Night on July 12. Volunteers will greet guests, serve lemonade, and help set up the movie screen. If you can give two hours of your time, please sign up at the front desk.

(7) We look forward to seeing you at the pool. Have a safe and happy summer!

From: Teresa Holm, Aquatics Coordinator To: Maple Grove Pool members Subject: Opening day and new pool rules

(1) Maple Grove Community Pool opens for the season on Saturday, June 7. Thank you for renewing your memberships. This summer the pool will be open every day accept Monday, when the staff cleans the filters and tests the water.

(2) We have made a few changes based on your feedback. The shallow end now has a shaded seating area, and the locker rooms have new benches and brighter lights. There is also two new rules for the snack bar. First, all food must stay at the picnic tables. Second, glass bottles are no longer allowed anywhere on the pool deck.

(3) Please note that the pool's two diving boards will be closed until it is inspected by the county. The inspection is scheduled for mid-June, and we will post the results at the front desk as soon as we receive them.

(4) Safety remains our top priority. Last summer, several young children had swam past the rope line into the deep end before a lifeguard noticed. To prevent this, we will add a second rope and station a lifeguard at the line during busy afternoon hours. Children under eight must be accompanied in the water by an adult.

(5) In the event that it rains or thunder is heard, the lifeguards will clear the pool for at least thirty minutes. Members may wait in the clubhouse, where board games and a television are available.

(6) Finally, we are looking for volunteers to help with our Family Swim Night on July 12. Volunteers will greet guests, serve lemonade, and help set up the movie screen. If you can give two hours of your time, please sign up at the front desk.

(7) We look forward to seeing you at the pool. Have a safe and happy summer!

From: Tomas Reyna, Volunteer Coordinator
To: Maple Street Community Garden volunteers
Subject: Spring update and volunteer schedule

Dear Volunteers,

(1) I hope you enjoyed the winter break. The garden committee has finalized it's budget for the coming season, and I am happy to share some good news with all of you.

(2) First, the city has approved our request for a second water line. Last year, volunteers carried buckets from the single spigot near the gate, which slowed down every watering shift. The new line will run along the back fence and will serve the twelve raised beds in that area.

(3) Second, we will start a composting program in May. At this point in time, due to the fact that we have more volunteers than ever before, we can finally staff a weekly compost shift. Volunteers on this shift will turn the piles, record the temperature, and add dry leaves when the mix becomes too wet.

(4) Third, our partnership with Lincoln Elementary School will continue. When Ms. Okafor met with Ms. Reyes, she agreed to donate 200 tomato and pepper seedlings from the school greenhouse. Students will visit the garden on three Saturdays to help plant them.

(5) Finally, a reminder about our shared tools. Several shovels and two wheelbarrows were left outside last fall, and the rain ruined the handles. Please return every tool to the shed at the end of your shift. The committee is gonna be super strict about this rule from now on, so please take it seriously.

(6) The volunteer sign-up sheet for April and May is now available on our website. Each shift lasts two hours, and no experience is needed. If you have never gardened before, an experienced volunteer will work alongside you until you feel comfortable.

(7) Thank you for everything you do. Our garden grew more than 1,500 pounds of produce for the Westside Food Pantry last year, and with your help, we can grow even more this season.

Sincerely,
Tomas Reyna

From: Teresa Holm, Aquatics Coordinator To: Maple Grove Pool members Subject: Opening day and new pool rules

(1) Maple Grove Community Pool opens for the season on Saturday, June 7. Thank you for renewing your memberships. This summer the pool will be open every day accept Monday, when the staff cleans the filters and tests the water.

(2) We have made a few changes based on your feedback. The shallow end now has a shaded seating area, and the locker rooms have new benches and brighter lights. There is also two new rules for the snack bar. First, all food must stay at the picnic tables. Second, glass bottles are no longer allowed anywhere on the pool deck.

(3) Please note that the pool's two diving boards will be closed until it is inspected by the county. The inspection is scheduled for mid-June, and we will post the results at the front desk as soon as we receive them.

(4) Safety remains our top priority. Last summer, several young children had swam past the rope line into the deep end before a lifeguard noticed. To prevent this, we will add a second rope and station a lifeguard at the line during busy afternoon hours. Children under eight must be accompanied in the water by an adult.

(5) In the event that it rains or thunder is heard, the lifeguards will clear the pool for at least thirty minutes. Members may wait in the clubhouse, where board games and a television are available.

(6) Finally, we are looking for volunteers to help with our Family Swim Night on July 12. Volunteers will greet guests, serve lemonade, and help set up the movie screen. If you can give two hours of your time, please sign up at the front desk.

(7) We look forward to seeing you at the pool. Have a safe and happy summer!