Staying Connected with WRPA

Resources for Washington Recreation & Park Professionals

• Resource Documents: Catch up on the latest trainings, get help with building programs, review signage examples, and more
• WRPA Networks: Connect on specific topics
• Blog: Read the latest
• E-List: Join the conversation 
• Local Government: Read more about local government updates regarding COVID-19. 

Materials to Help Your Local Agency

Included below are the following:

• Webinars
• Facility Resources
• Childcare/Camps
• Programs & Events
• Recovery Planning
• Local Resources

WEBINARS

• PDF of phased re-opening chart

FACILITY RESOURCES

• Download Recreate Responsibility Flyer
• Download example of temporarily closed signage
• Download example of park open/closed sign
• Download a "Bring Your Own Sanitizer" park sign

CHILDCARE/CAMPS

• PDF of DOH/OSPI/DYCF guidance schools and childcare
• PDF of childcare resources from the WA Health Dept.
• CDC Childcare Plan
• DOH Child Care Guidelines 06/23/2020
• DOH Child Care Guidelines 05/27/2020
• Download example of a childcare facility guidance 
• Download emergency childcare example
• Download example of guidance for parents using child care
• Download COVID-19 Toolkit (From the American Society for Microbiology)
• Download School-Community Partnerships for Studetnss During COVID-19
  

PROGRAMS & EVENTS

• Drive In Theaters - Phase 2
• Download Park Use FAQs 05/04/2020
• Download Park Use FAQs Video
• Seattle Parks & Recreation Ambassador Program
• Download inclusive bathroom recommendations 
• Download A CALL to ACTION: Public Parks & Recreation
• Return to Play: Guidelines for Tournaments
• Ball Field Guidelines: Social Distancing
• Little League Plans: Social Distancing
• Download example of a protocol for closing your facility  
• Download a visual of a social distancing summary
• Phase 2: Fitness & Training Guideline
• Download Summer Event Closures as of 4/14/2020 
• ORPA-WRPA COVID-19 Aquatics Discussion Agenda
• Eastern & Central WA Summer Camps & Aquatics Status 05/14/2020
• Download Summer Event Closures as of 4/14/2020 
• Download how to keep your dog safe
• ACHA Considerations For Reopening
• Oregon Guidance: Day/Over Night Camps & Recreation 
• Download Summer Event Closures as of 4/14/2020 

RECOVERY PLANNING

• Metro Parks Tacoma: Revenue Forecast Presentation
• Phase III Public Event Safe Start Template
• Metro Parks Tacoma: Return to Work Plan
• Business and Safety Plan Template for Re-Opening
• Kittitas County Example
• Phase III Recovery Event Framework DRAFT 4
• Event Protocol Matrix DRAFT 2
• #RecreateResponsibly
• Download an example of Recovery Planning: Tualatin Hills District
• Safe Start Washington: A Phased Approach to Recovery Revised
• Request to Governor Inslee: WRPA Recovery Plan
• ORPA Recovery Framework
• Focus on the Future
• Read more about the Tri-State Pact: WA, OR, CA
• MPT Phased Aquatics Plan to Re-Open
• Canada's Park & Rec Association Recovery Plan

WRPA Networks

WRPA has several dedicated Networks who meet on a regular basis and communicate online. These networks provide WRPA members with the opportunity to make personal, ongoing connections with other professionals. Joining a network and using the online platform, you too can increase your passion for the work you do every day. It can also help you talk with others in your specific field about the struggles you are facing with COVID-19.

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Read the Latest from the WRPA Blog

We are posting the most up-to-date information around COVID, grants, legislature, and more. 

View the WRPA Blog

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Join the WRPA Community E-List

Sign up to get the latest in your inbox and collaborate with your community. 

How to:

• Select the button below
• Login to your WRPA Profile Portal (Members)
• Under your profile, hover over the features tab and select e-list
• Join the WRPA Community E-List and start the conversation
• OR email the office and we will subscribe you!

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Local Government Information

Read more about local government updates regarding COVID-19. 

June 2021

• Updated Consolidation of Certain “Healthy Washington” Requirements

February 2021

• Outdoor Open Air Seating Guidance
• Reopening Guidance for Business & Workers

January 2021

• Statewide Survey Executive Summary of Results | Full Results & Analysis

July 2020

• Sporting Activities Guidance (01/12/2021)
• Fitness Guidelines (01/12/2021)
• Safe Start Washington: Phase I & II Outdoor Recreation (08/21/2020)
• Safe Start Washington: Phased Reopening (Revised 07/24/2020)
• Text of eviction moratorium through Oct. 15
  
• Along with direction for Governor’s Office staff to convene Work Group with tenants, landlords, etc
• Guidance for restaurants, taverns, breweries, wineries, etc
• Proclamation – Extension of 20-25
• New 'Safe Start' Phase Restrictions 07/20/2020

June 2020

• Our Request: Preserve Operating, Capital, and Transportation Budget funding that fuels the outdoor recreation sector 06/25/2020
• Governor Jay Inslee Announces Statewide Mask Requirement 06/23/2020
• State revenue projection for 2019–21 lowered by nearly $4.5 billion 06/17/2020
• King County Applying for Phase 2 06/15/2020
• Professional Sports & Other Sporting Activities Phase 2 and 3 COVID-19 Requirements
• Great American Outdoors Act: Economic Benefit
• Great American Outdoors Act: Overview
• Inslee to Extend Moratorium on COVID-19 Evictions 06/01/2020

May 2020

• County Phase Variance Addressed 05/20/2020
• WSDAT: New GPS Files 
• The Municipal Research Services Center (MRSC): COVID-19 resources for local governments
• Proclamation: Adjusting and Extending Stay Home - Stay Healthy 05/05/2020
• Governor Jay Inslee Address 05/01/2020

April 2020

• Outdoor Reopen Proclamation 04/28/2020
• Request to Governor Inslee: WRPA Recovery Plan 04/24/2020
• Governor Jay Inslee Address 04/15/2020
• Governor Jay Inslee Address 04/09/2020
• Governor's vetoes of $445 million worth of spending in Operating Budget 04/04/2020
• Governor Jay Inslee Address 04/02/2020
• Aid for Washingtonians 04/01/2020

March 2020

• Governor Jay Inslee Address 03/30/2020
• Download a summary of the “CARES” (Coronavirus Aid Relief & Economic Security) Act 03/27/2020
• Comparison of the CARES Act and Take Responsibility for Workers and Families Act 03/25/2020
• Construction Guidance – Stay Home, Stay Healthy Proclamation (20-25) 03/25/2020
• Stay at Home Order 03/24/2020
• Governor Jay Inslee address 03/22/2020
• Download the memo from Bob Ferguson, Attorney General of Washington 03/17/2020
• Download what "Shelter In Place Order" means (San Fransisco) 03/16/2020
• Governor Jay Inslee address 03/16/2020
• CDC Statements 03/15/2020
• Governor Jay Inslee address 03/12/2020
• Governor Jay Inslee address 03/11/2020

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