Volume 2 Issue 5: May, 2018
Willard Parks and Recreation News
It looks like Spring is finally here to stay! Soccer is nearing the end of the season, and baseball practices and games will start soon. We have tons of exciting things coming up at the end of May, including the opening of the Aquatic Center, featuring newly painted and waxed slides, the beginning of our summer KidVenture Camp at the Rec, and Freedom Fest is just around the corner! Our grounds crew is still working hard to keep all the city’s Parks, Right of Ways, and Trails litter free and sharply mowed. If you like Disc Golf, The Greystone Disc Golf course now has baskets placed, and the hole markers are coming soon! Follow us on Facebook for more updates, and we will see you in the park!
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Willard Aquatic Center Opens Saturday May 26th
The WAC is fully equipped with two 139' twisting slides, two diving boards,& multiple water features. Enjoy our exciting water features during the hot summer days!
Registration for summer programs have started at the Recreation Center. Come sign up today for Swim Lessons, Party Pad rentals, Aqua Fitness Programs, Aquatics Rentals, Swim Team, and more. Season passes are now on sale, check out our fees page for details.
The minimum age for unsupervised swim is 12. Anyone under 12 must be accompanied by an adult 18 or older. No outside food or drink is allowed.
Public Swimming Hours
Monday through Friday: 1pm-7pm
Saturday: 12pm-7pm
Sunday: 12pm-6pm
AquaTone
Tue, Thurs: 7:15 pm - 8:00 pm
AquaFit
Mon, Tues, Thurs 9:15 am -10:00 am
Lap Swim
Monday through Thurs: 8:00 am - 9:00 am
Splash Time
Monday through Thursdays: 11:00 am -11:45 am
Check back for additional WAC times posted throughout the summer.
Registration for summer programs have started at the Recreation Center. Come sign up today for Swim Lessons, Party Pad rentals, Aqua Fitness Programs, Aquatics Rentals, Swim Team, and more. Season passes are now on sale, check out our fees page for details.
The minimum age for unsupervised swim is 12. Anyone under 12 must be accompanied by an adult 18 or older. No outside food or drink is allowed.
Public Swimming Hours
Monday through Friday: 1pm-7pm
Saturday: 12pm-7pm
Sunday: 12pm-6pm
AquaTone
Tue, Thurs: 7:15 pm - 8:00 pm
AquaFit
Mon, Tues, Thurs 9:15 am -10:00 am
Lap Swim
Monday through Thurs: 8:00 am - 9:00 am
Splash Time
Monday through Thursdays: 11:00 am -11:45 am
Check back for additional WAC times posted throughout the summer.
2018 Missouri Survey
The Missouri Survey 2017 was launched at a unique period in Missouri's history. The Great Recession still casts a shadow over much of the State where 55 counties have not returned to employment and population levels of 2007.
Among the findings from The Missouri Survey 2017:
Responses to the statements about the economy and workforce were consistent - respondents have serious concerns about the state of the local economy.
Missouri Rural Development Partners (MRDP), Missouri's federally authorized state rural development council, partnered with University of Missouri Extension, University of Missouri Department of Applied Social Sciences (DASS) and the Missouri Department of Economic Development, Office of Rural Development to conduct this statewide survey. An important goal of the distribution effort is to put the survey in front of community leaders and that's where you can help. Please encourage your board, community members and contacts to participate in the 2018 survey -- Click here to take the survey.
If you are active in social media, please feel free to share the link there as well. The wider the respondent pool, the better the data.
If you have questions or would like a paper copy of the 2018 survey, please contact Sharon Gulick (GulickS@missouri.edu) or Pat Curry (CurryMP@missouri.edu).
Among the findings from The Missouri Survey 2017:
- Respondents believe that there is a shortage of jobs that pay a living wage.
- Only one-third of respondents thought workforce skills matched employers' needs and an even smaller proportion agreed that training opportunities were available for community members.
- Respondents expressed concern about inadequate resources being invested in new business development and about limited employment opportunities in their community.
- Nearly 82% of respondents felt that their community was not doing well and needed to change.
Responses to the statements about the economy and workforce were consistent - respondents have serious concerns about the state of the local economy.
Missouri Rural Development Partners (MRDP), Missouri's federally authorized state rural development council, partnered with University of Missouri Extension, University of Missouri Department of Applied Social Sciences (DASS) and the Missouri Department of Economic Development, Office of Rural Development to conduct this statewide survey. An important goal of the distribution effort is to put the survey in front of community leaders and that's where you can help. Please encourage your board, community members and contacts to participate in the 2018 survey -- Click here to take the survey.
If you are active in social media, please feel free to share the link there as well. The wider the respondent pool, the better the data.
If you have questions or would like a paper copy of the 2018 survey, please contact Sharon Gulick (GulickS@missouri.edu) or Pat Curry (CurryMP@missouri.edu).
WHS Building Trade Home
Have you seen the Willard High School Building Trades home for sale on 708 Colby Street in Willard? This beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home is for sale until May 11th! Find more information and photos here.
Last Day of School May 24th
We’ve finally made it to Springtime! As a very busy May begins as Willard Tigers are wrapping up the 2017-18 school year! Can you believe it?
The last day of school for Willard students is Thursday, May 24th and it is a half day! Willard staff will celebrate a great year on the 24th and honor those employees that have earned their 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, and 30 year service awards, as well as our incredible retirees! We look forward to the summer to recharge and refresh for a GREAT 2018-19 school year!
The last day of school for Willard students is Thursday, May 24th and it is a half day! Willard staff will celebrate a great year on the 24th and honor those employees that have earned their 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, and 30 year service awards, as well as our incredible retirees! We look forward to the summer to recharge and refresh for a GREAT 2018-19 school year!
Summer School
Summer school will be in session June 4th-29th at Willard Orchard Hills Elementary, Willard East Elementary, and Willard High School. We love the opportunity for this summer learning!
At summer school, all students will enjoy a free breakfast AND lunch provided by our awesome Food Service staff! Additionally, any child under 18 years old may eat breakfast and lunch at our summer school sites for free. Click here for more information about our Food Service program.
At summer school, all students will enjoy a free breakfast AND lunch provided by our awesome Food Service staff! Additionally, any child under 18 years old may eat breakfast and lunch at our summer school sites for free. Click here for more information about our Food Service program.
Meet Captain Stephen House
Captain Stephen House has been with Willard Fire Protection District for 5 years. He was promoted to Captain last year. Stephen’s calm nature and matter of fact demeanor has been an asset to our district. Stephen was recognized as career firefighter of the year, 2017 at our recent awards dinner. He and his wife have three kids and enjoy the outdoors.
- How long have you been in the fire service? “10 years”
- What was your reason for joining the fire service? “Third generation and I like to help people.”
- What are your hobbies away from work? “Hunting, fishing, and baseball. Also, the lake and outdoors in general.”
- What historical figure interests you the most? “Jesus”
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Contacts
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Meeting Dates
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Mayor
Corey Hendrickson…………….…..............417-234-4713 Board of Aldermen Donna Stewart………...…………..….........417-493-9894 Dan Walter………………....………..….......417-839-1746 Sam Baird…..………….……………..…......417-844-0636 Samuel Snider……….…....……….….........417-839-9444 Larry Whitman………..……………........….417-343-0994 City Administrator Bradley Gray…...…………………........…...417-742-5304 City Clerk Jennifer Rowe.…..……..…..........……..…..417-742-5302 Chief of Police Tom McClain …………….......…..…..….….417-742-5341 www.cityofwillard.org |
Board of Aldermen May 14th & 28th.............………...……...........…. 7:00 pm Planning and Zoning May 22nd…...………....…………………...….......7:00 pm Park Board May 24th.....…………....……….......…………….7:00 pm Economic Development May 21st...............……..…………….........……...7:00 pm |