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District 10 News
Discover what is new that is happening in District 10, with information on all the events, resources, and more!
District 10 Training
New Year, New YOU! Get ready to kick off the new year with a series of training sessions this January! These sessions are designed to support professional development, refresh key skills, and ensure everyone is prepared for the year ahead.
Registration includes a light morning breakfast, vendor fair access, and lunch.
You can register using the following link: District 10 Training Registration Form
Be sure to register by January 19th. We encourage all staff to participate and take advantage of these learning opportunities.
LURPA Office Hour - Let's Chat RFP's & CIP's!
Behind every great park, train, and rec center is a recreational professional!
Join us for a FREE Zoom Office Hour to learn how your expertise drives successful RFP's & CIP's.
Date & Time: Thursday, January 29 | 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Registration Link: LURPA Office Hour RFPs & CIPs
Learn the lingo, share ideas & come level up!
RLTC x LURPA
It's time to level up!
Join us for a special Winter Recreation Leader Training Consortium & Level Up: Rising Professional Academy collab where you will learn the tips and tricks needed to take the next step in your recreation career!
Date & Time: Saturday, February 7 | 9am - 1pm
Location: Henry C. Gonzalez Auditorium | 4900 Southern Ave, South Gate, CA 90280
Click the following link to register today: RLTC x LURPA Registration Form
Deadline to register is Wednesday, February 4!
2025/2026 D10 Award Nominations Open
Don't miss out on the chance to recognize the AMAZING people, programs, or facilities in your agency.
A variety of NEW awards are also eligible for submission this year, in which we highlight the:
CPRS Connected Community Award (NEW)
The Connected Community Award recognizes an agency that has developed an outstanding and effective marketing initiative or campaign that successfully connects residents to recreation and community services. This award celebrates the creative use of digital, print, or multimedia marketing to increase awareness, drive engagement, and strengthen the relationship between a community and its parks and recreation programs.
Entries should demonstrate:
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Creativity & Innovation: Original, engaging, and visually appealing marketing concepts
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Strategy & Purpose: A clear message, target audience, and intentional plan aligned with agency goals
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Community Engagement: Meaningful connection and interaction with the community
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Impact & Results: Measurable outcomes showing increased awareness, participation, or positive feedback
Nominations are also OPEN for a variety of categories, including some new ones:
Career Achievement Award
Coveted Leadership Award
Individual Impact Award (NEW)
Agency of Distinction Award (NEW)
Most Valuable Part-Time Player Award
Parks Make Life Better Award
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The Parks Make Life Better Award honors a District 10 agency, facility, park, Special event, or program that demonstrates creativity and innovation in meeting community needs or enhancing service delivery.
Distinguished Volunteer Award
D10 JEDI Award (NEW)
Nominations are due February 24, 2026, but don't wait to submit!
For questions, contact Mark Freeman at markf@ggcity.org
District 10 Mentorship Program Lunch & Learn #2 Recap
Another month, another Lunch and Learn!
On January 13, 18 participants were able to gain insight on how to develop a program from the initial brainstorm to turning it successful! Hosted by Joanna Contreras, City of Newport Beach Recreation Supervisor, and Jake Hopkins, City of Fountain Valley Community Services Supervisor, each attendee was able to learn the initial steps of developing a program, identifying all the aspects that help make it successful, and ways to evaluate and learn when to divert, divest and/or dig in!
Weren't able to make it? Click the link to view a PDF of the presentation: Program Development Lunch & Learn #2
Events & Deadlines
District 10 Student Scholarships Applications
The deadline to apply is February 9, 2026.
For questions or more information, please email Amanda Kubik at akubik@cityofmissionviejo.org
D10 A&I Banquet
Thursday, April 9 | Fullerton Community Center
More info to come!
CPRS Sections Events & Deadlines
Admin Section Exec Talks
Tuesday, February 3, 2025, 12:00pm - 1:00pm | Zoom
CPRS Member Survey: JEDI Initiative
Only takes 5 minutes!
District 10 Community Resources
D10 Shoutout!
District 10 is home to a number of incredible agencies!
Check out the City of Costa Mesa to learn about MAKE - daily art workshops at the UC Irvine Langson Orange County Museum of Art!
City of Costa Mesa MAKE
Do you have a program, event, or staff member that you would love to highlight?
The D10 Shoutout will shine the spotlight every week on the people, places, and stories that make our district so special!
Share your story and 1-2 pictures to cprsdistrict10@gmail.com, and you can be highlighted next!
Dues Relief
D10 provides Dues Relief to remove a financial barrier that would prevent members from attending events, trainings, and or renewing their membership.
All D10 members are encouraged to apply. Non-CPRS members are encouraged to apply to receive membership.
Click Here for Dues Relief Form
Submit Your Pictures!
Do you have some cool photos and want to show off your awesome Staff?! Submit your pictures today for a chance to be featured in various media throughout District 10.
*Submissions will be continuously
Submit Here!
Job Opportunities
Recreation Supervisor (Full-Time)
City of Monrovia
Plan, develop, organize, implement and evaluate recreation sports, leisure programs, contract classes and special events for all participant ages; Develop and implement public relations/information and marketing strategies; Train, supervise, schedule, evaluate, motivate, and discipline staff providing guidance in the delivery of recreation programs.
Deadline to Apply: Sunday, January 25, 2026 at 11:59 PM
Recreation Program Assistant (Part-Time)
City of Tustin
Assists a Recreation Coordinator with planning, developing, and organizing recreation programs and special events; Implements specific recreation activities such as dances, luncheons, games, and sporting events; plans event activities and assigns staff to required duties.
Deadline to Apply: Continuous
Thank you,
Your 2025-2026 D10 Board
Connect with Us!
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Travis Ramsdell
Recreation Coordinator
City of Westminster
Westminster CA
(714) 548-3677
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