PARKS, RECREATION AND TOURISM AT A GLANCE This session is an overview of the variety of recreational programs, facilities, parks and events offered to Newport News citizens and visitors. Also included in this presentation is a twenty-minute video.
MUSEUMS AND HISTORICAL SERVICES
Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Braxton Gutierrez · 247-8523
NEWPORT NEWS: FROM FARM TO FACTORY This lecture traces the development of the Peninsula area from an agrarian society into an urban industrial community.
CIVIL WAR SOLDIER'S LIFE This program details the life of the common soldier during the Civil War. Artifacts and quotes are used to create an understanding of the economic, social and political differences between the North and South.
ENDVIEW PLANTATION AND LEE HALL MANSION This program discusses the history of Lee Hall Mansion and Endview Plantation.
THE EVOLUTION OF WEAPONRY This program utilizes a wide variety of small arms to demonstrate the relationships between war and technology by examining the development of firing systems.
CIVIL WAR IN HAMPTON ROADS This session is an overview of all the major events that occurred in this region during this conflict.
THE BATTLE OF THE IRONCLADS This presentation discusses one of the greatest battles in naval history.
HOLOCAUST This program utilizes World War II and the events of the Holocaust to generate an understanding of how destructive prejudice and intolerance can be in society. The economic, political and social environment that allowed the Nazi Party to assume control of Germany and create a repressive, militaristic society that led to World War II is identified.
A SOLDIER'S HERITAGE An overview of the uniforms and equipment of the American soldier.
IS THERE ARCHEOLOGY IN YOUR COMMUNITY? Learn why archeology is important, how it can benefit the community and what resources are available to those interested in pursuing this program.
THE PENINSULA CAMPAIGN This slide lecture studies the activities on the Virginia Peninsula during the 1862 Peninsula Campaign. Topics such as the battle between the Monitor and the Merrimac, Ft. Monroe and General John B. Magruder are discussed in this program.
VIRGINIA WAR MUSEUM An explanation of the history and purpose of the Virginia War Museum. The lecture includes artifacts, a detailed description of museum exhibits and a discussion of the museum's interpretation of war. A brief vignette of a Civil War general is also given.
WOMEN AT WAR From the home defense of the pioneer woman through the integration of modern women into the military, the willingness of this neglected segment of society to do more than its share is traced.
WITH A FIGHTING SPIRIT: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF JOSEPH THOMAS NEWSOME This presentation shows the remarkable life of attorney J.T. Newsome (1869-1912), his historical contributions, accomplishments, and significance to the community's history.
PARKS AND RECREATION
SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE Newport News citizens can choose from hundreds of instructional classes each quarter and participate in special programs throughout the year. This session discusses special programs for senior adults, before and after school activities, summer activities for school age children and programs for the disabled.
SPECIAL EVENTS This session gives an overview of the City's Special Events Calendar and how each event is
programmed. In addition, the session will offer some "how to" tips on coordinating and promoting community events.
SPORTS: PROGRAMS AND FACILITIES The City of Newport News operates a variety of parks and recreational facilities for residents and their guests. This session highlights information about Leeward Marina, Newport News Golf Club at Deer Run, Huntington Park Tennis Center, An Achievable Dream Tennis Center, Midtown Community Center, Stoney Run Athletic Complex, public pools, recreation centers and many other youth and adult opportunities.
THINGS TO DO IN YOUR CITY PARKS Camping, fishing, boating, playgrounds and historical sites are a few activities to enjoy in the 33 public parks in Newport News. This session provides details about what to do and where to go.
FARMERS MARKET OPPORTUNITIES This session highlights information about the City's Farmers Market including the vendor opportunities and special events available throughout the year.
GOLF ANYONE? The Newport News Golf Club staff is ready to work with groups in the use of golf tournaments to raise funds for charitable organizations. Learn how to coordinate a successful event for your non-profit agency
ANIMAL SERVICES Discuss the state and local laws governing domestic animal issues in Newport News. This session will also suggest ways to properly care for your pets. Programs are available for adults and school-age children.
TOURISM
Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Suzanne Pearson · 926-1429
THE POSITIVE ECONOMIC IMPACT ON NEWPORT NEWS How and why the City promotes itself to potential visitors. The tourism industry is the nation's second largest employer, and its economic impact on the City goes far beyond hotels and attractions. Every dollar spent by a visitor in Newport News means additional revenues for City projects. This session is tailored for adult audiences.
WHAT TO SEE AND DO IN AND AROUND THE REGION Discover the Ocean, the Ships, the Wars and the History of America all in your own hometown. Information on city-wide attractions and events of interest to newcomers and those planning reunions, meetings and conferences. This session is tailored for adult audiences.
CONSUMER AND CREDITOR RIGHTS A discussion of the legal rights of consumers and creditors is the basis for this presentation.
Consumer Credit Counseling Services of Hampton Roads · 826-2227
FRAMEWORK FOR THE FUTURE This session outlines the City's Comprehensive Plan, the Framework for the Future, and describes the community involvement process used to develop the final plan.
Department of Planning
PLANNING AND ZONING What are the development and redevelopment plans for Newport News? This session gives an overview of current plans, the recently revised zoning ordinance, and the role and actions of the Planning Commission.
Department of Planning
Sheila McAllister · 926-8761
CRIME LINE Presents information about the history of Crime Line and its operations. Offers a description of how public involvement and the media are utilized to reduce crime in the community.
Police Department
Officer Harold Eley · 928-4290
CRIME PREVENTION PRESENTATIONS
SAFETY PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN Presentations on a variety of safety topics are available.
Police Department
Monica White, Community Programs Coordinator · 928-4295
GENERAL POLICE SERVICES
Accreditation
Internal Investigations
Narcotics
Police Organization
Problem Oriented Policing
Police Department
Police Chief's Office · 928-4300
OTHER LECTURES AND
PROGRAMS
Burglary
Career Day (Police Roles)
Child Abduction Awareness
Child Abuse
Citizen Police Academies
Dog Bite Safety
Fraud & Con Games
Halloween Safety
Holiday Safety
Ident-A-Kid Program
I-Promise Program
Internet Safety
McGruff Presentations
Officer Friendly Program
Personal Safety
School Bus Safety
Senior Citizens' Safety
Sexual Abuse
Stranger Danger
Substance Abuse
Virginia Class Action
Volunteer Programs
Police Department
Monica White, Community Programs Coordinator · 928-4295
Lori Woolman, Public Education Coordinator · 926-1156
Lee Ann Hartmann, Public Information Specialist · 926-1155
Waterworks can customize a presentation for any group on such topics as:
· General Overview of Waterworks and the Water Treatment Process
· Water Supply Planning & the King William Reservoir Project
· Groundwater Desalination
· Water Conservation
· The New Lee Hall Treatment Plant: Advanced Technologies in Water Treatment
· Water Quality: What's in My Water & Is it Safe?
· Emergency/Disaster Preparedness
· Protecting Our Source Water: Forest Management in the Watershed
· Protecting the Watershed
· From the Sky to My Faucet: Where Does My Water Come From?
· Source Water Protection: Doing My Part to Keep Our Water Clean
· Water Conservation for Kids
DRAINAGE SYSTEMS AND LAKE MAINTENANCE The City of Newport News has an extensive drainage system and lake management program. This
session presents information about these initiatives and outlines the role that citizens can play in the process.
Department of Public Works
HIDDEN ASSETS: INFRASTRUCTURE (ROADS, SEWER SYSTEM, REFUSE COLLECTION) This session defines and highlights plans for the expansion of vital but often overlooked Public Works services. It covers what services they are, why they are important, the impact on citizens if the infrastructure is not properly maintained, the efforts in Newport News to preserve the
infrastructure, and how cost-effectiveness is achieved through planned anticipation of future needs.
Department of Public Works
LEAF COLLECTION PROGRAM This session gives general information and outlines the policies regarding leaf collection in Newport News. It emphasizes the protection of the drainage system and suggests ways in which citizens can help with this effort.
Department of Public Works
Ralph Caldwell · 269-2800
SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT/AUTOMATION This session discusses the history of solid waste management in the United States and Newport News, and the conversion of refuse collection from manual to an automated system.
Department of Public Works
SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT/REFUSE COLLECTION This session explains how solid waste is collected and disposed of in Newport News. It also gives the Do's and Don'ts of automated bulk waste collection.
Department of Public Works
Tim Shockley · 269-2850
WASTE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES This session gives general information on waste prevention techniques, reuse practices, the basics of composting, the act of recycling (from the collection
to the processing to the content products), the act of disposal (including the composition/purpose of a landfill), and the impact and role individual and corporate responsibility play in the overall waste generation/disposal issue. Presentations can be tailored to K-12 audiences (schools or youth programs), to adult audiences (civic/community
organizations), and to the business community.
Department of Public Works
Mayi Henriquez · 269-2871
CITY AND STATE PROCUREMENT REQUIREMENTS There are strict requirements governing the way in which the City of Newport News purchases goods and services. This session gives an
overview of the regulations and policies governing procurement transactions including small purchases, formal bids/proposals and administrative appeals.
Purchasing Department
Sheri L. Chapman · 926-8721
HOW TO DO BUSINESS WITH THE CITY This session describes how your company or organization can participate in the City's goods and services procurement process.
Purchasing Department
SURPLUS SALES This session tells you how you can purchase surplus materials, supplies and equipment from the City of Newport News.
Purchasing Department
Nelson Smith · 926-3092
ASSESSING REAL ESTATE This presentation outlines the current methods of real estate assessment within the City of Newport News.
Assessor's Office
Charles G. Young · 926-1926
IT'S THE LAW This session discusses the state and local laws governing real estate assessments within the City of Newport News.
Assessor's Office
Charles G. Young · 926-1926
KEEPING KIDS SAFE The Newport News Sheriff's Office is committed to the protection and well-being of our children. Safety checklists and tips are provided to the parents offering a wide range of resources including tips for after school, working and bus safety, and safety tips for parents.
NEWPORT NEWS ADULT DETENTION FACILITY (CITY JAIL) The adult detention facility is operated by the Sheriff's Office. This facility has custody of federal, state, and local inmates.
PROJECT LIFESAVER This program offers help to people caring for those who are victims of Alzheimer's and Related Mental Dysfunction Disorders (ARMD). Personalized radio transmitters are placed on the individuals in case the situation arises that an individual becomes lost or cannot be found.
SAFETY FOR OUR SENIORS (SOS) This program is for senior citizens who need to be checked on weekly. Deputies will call every weekday (Monday-Friday) morning and make weekly home visits. Citizens must live in the City of Newport News.
STRAIGHT TALK This program is offered every Thursday and a parent or guardian must attend the program with their child. The juvenile is given the opportunity to speak to inmates first hand about life in a detention facility.
STREET LAW This program is used to educate juvenile offenders about Virginia State Law via classroom instruction and a tour of the Newport News Detention Facility.
TRIAD/S.A.L.T. This program provides the opportunity for exchange of
information between law enforcement and senior citizens focusing on reducing unwarranted fear of crime and improving the quality of life for seniors. The S.A.L.T. Council decides what service or programs TRIAD will offer recruits, volunteers, and oversees the results.
For more information about any of the above Sheriff's Office programs, contact the Newport News Sheriff's Office, 926-3996.
CITY WIDE TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYSTEM This session involves computer control of traffic signals. Presenters explain the signal-timing efforts that are in place, which are designed to help motorists move smoothly along City streets, and provisions that are taken to assist emergency-response vehicles. The presentation includes real-time viewing through cameras positioned along I-664 and other roadways. The demonstration takes place at City Hall; and, due to limited space, visiting groups are limited to six people at a time.
Department of Engineering
John B. Kaoudis, P.E · 926-8611
Jacqueline M. Kassel · 926-8611
CONSTRUCTION ZONE SAFETY This session offers safety tips on how to live in and travel through construction work zones. It also covers the inspector's role in construction.
John B. Kaoudis, P.E. · 926-8611
Thomas M. Slaughter, P.E. · 926-8611
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM (GIS) This presentation shows how GIS computer software is used to map the City, based on several factors. It includes discussion on how GIS capabilities and products are used by the police, fire, codes compliance, planning, and development departments, as well as others. Demonstrations and discussions are accomplished in the Mapping Office, which is located in City Hall, and may be hosted in a conference room environment, depending upon availability of space.
Department of Engineering
Mark C. Hargrave · 926-8611
TRANSPORTATION ISSUES AND
INFORMATION Transportation is a critical issue for the Hampton Roads area. This session focuses on some of the major projects already under way or in the planning stages and how these projects relate to the citizens of Newport News. Presentations are available on a variety of issues facing the City and southeastern Virginia that include land, sea and air transportation.
Department of Engineering
Thomas M. Slaughter, P.E. · 926-8611
MUNICIPAL FLEET MANAGEMENT The City of Newport News manages a fleet of more than 1,350 vehicles. This session discusses the type of vehicles in the fleet, how the City uses these vehicles and how it effectively operates maintenance services.
Department of Vehicle and Equipment Services
Bob McElheney· 269-2400
AGRICULTURE, HORTICULTURE AND NATURAL RESOURCES Our horticulture staff and volunteers are dedicated to educating residents and businesses on sound landscape management practices and other horticulture concerns. Our program offerings include:
General Insect Identification and Control
Integrated Pest Management
Landscape Care Education
Master Gardener Volunteer Training
Speakers for Club and Association Meetings
Turf Care Instruction
Vegetable and Fruit Gardening
Water Quality Protection Education
Youth/School Enrichment
Virginia Cooperative Extension
Bill Dimock · 591-4838
FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES
CHECK WRITING EDUCATION COURSE This presentation provides practical knowledge on how to establish and maintain a checking account.
CUTTING YOUR COST OF LIVING This session helps identify personal spending habits and ways to reduce food and utility bills.
MONEY MANAGEMENT This session explains how to develop and keep a personal budget that allows you to pay the bills and maintain a savings account.
PERSONAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT This session deals with the basics of budgeting and how to develop a personal spending and savings plan. Components of an effective resource management plan for families and individuals are discussed.
PROTECT YOUR FINANCIAL IDENTITY Identity theft is one of the fastest-growing types of financial fraud. Without stealing your wallet, a crook can steal your financial identity with as little information as your social security number. This session offers useful information to save you from being a victim.
$AVE MONEY YEAR ROUND...ENERGY CONSERVATION TIPS Heating and cooling your home uses more energy and drains more energy dollars than any other system in your home. Here's a refresher "course" to help families reduce their energy costs four seasons a year. We'll discuss free and cheap methods to conserve energy and cut costs.
TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR CLUTTER If the surfaces, closets and drawers in your home are littered with clutter, it's probable that your home is a source of stress for you. This session offers simple ways to reduce clutter
WISE USE OF CREDIT How do you develop and maintain a good credit report? This session suggests sources and types of credit that are available.
Virginia Cooperative Extension
NUTRITION EDUCATION
EFNEP (Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program) and SCNEP (Smart Choices Nutrition Education Program) The objectives of these programs are to help families and individuals by:
· Teach nutrition information and food related skills
· Encourage healthy eating habits
· Teach skills to stretch food resources
FOOD SAFETY AND SANITATIONA discussion of sanitation and personal hygiene, safe food preparation, and food borne bacteria and its prevention. Also, tips on safe storage of foods, safe cooling and reheating of food, and how to ensure that food is safe to eat.
SODIUM, CHOLESTEROL AND YOUR HEALTH An identification and explanation of high-sodium and high-cholesterol foods; and how to modify recipes to reduce, substitute, or eliminate them. Discussion includes a review of food labels, nutrition and dietary guidelines.
Virginia Cooperative Extension
EFNEP: Janet Hutchins · 591-4838
SCNEP: Katie Rosenbaum · 591-4838
4-H YOUTH PROGRAMS
CITIZENSHIP I (Ages 9-11) This session helps children discover what good citizenship means as it relates to family, friends, neighborhood clubs and groups.
CITIZENSHIP II (Ages 12-19) This session helps youth understand their heritage, how government works and their responsibilities as citizens of the world.
PUBLIC SPEAKING (Ages 9-18) Tips for speech development and delivery. Participants are invited to compete in the local 4-H Public Speaking Contest.
STRONG FAMILIES, COMPETENT KIDS This session consists of a series of lessons teaching children how to be safe at home without adult supervision.
MONEY MANAGEMENT FOR KIDS Getting started early in learning how to manage money is the focus of this introductory session designed for children.
Virginia Cooperative Extension
HEALTHY WEIGHTS FOR HEALTHY KIDS: 4-H EFNEP
(Expanded Food & Nutrition Education Program) This FREE six-lesson SOL based hands-on, interactive program is designed to complement the 3rd through 7th grade curriculums.
Virginia Cooperative Extension 4-H EFNEP: Shelley Hauerland 591-4838
VOTER REGISTRATION This session provides general information on voter registration including how to register to
vote, when and where to vote, how organizations and interested persons may volunteer, and information on upcoming elections.
Voter Registrar's Office
Vicki Lewis · 926-8683
NEWPORT NEWS OFFICE ON CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES The Office on Children,Youth and Families offers presentations and workshops on the experiences, relationships, opportunities, skills and character traits that all youth need to succeed. Presentations and workshops provide information and useful tips on working effectively with youth, supporting their healthy growth and weathering the challenges of adolescence. Speakers are available for parent, civic, community groups and faith-based organizations. Presentations are interactive and designed to meet the needs of specific groups.
Newport News Office on Children, Youth and Families · 597-2801
KEEPING OUR KIDS SAFE (KOKS)The Violence Prevention Network is a city-wide coordinated effort to create a violence-free community for our children. More than 30 community agencies, city departments, non-profits and faith organizations have joined together to help keep Newport News a positive place to raise children and decrease their exposure to violence. Speakers are available to expand on this initiative.
Newport News Office on Children, Youth and Families · 597-2801
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