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8.�123 ■ Recreational Programs — Participation in the Department's recreational programs has increased in recent years. Recent annual participation levels have increased in adult team sports (10°,6), youth swim (10°�), special interest classes (5°,6), after school learning programs (7 sites). Similarly, refenals at the Fair Oaks Community Center experienced a 10°� annual growth rate. (See Appendix 6: Facilities Usage Statistics.) ■ Facilities Llse — Visits to the Departrnent's nine community facilities and pools increased 8°,6 from fiscal year 2001/2002 to fiscal year 2002/2003. Over the prior year, i.e., fiscal yeaz 2000/2001 to 2001/2002 visits had declined by 5°,6. (See Appendix 6: Facilities Usage Statistics.) • Park Visits — The Departrnent will develop methods for collecting park attendance information. Environmental and Conservation Issues Conservation of natural resources is an increasingly important issue for the Department. Several City and Departmental mandates and programs are currently in place, but additional measures are needed. Key issues include: ■ Water Conservation — The City as a whole is using more than its allotment from the SFPUC system and must conserve 1,946 acre-feet of water. When the SFPUC next declares a water shortage, Redwood City will be required to make relatively large water use cutbacks. If San Francisco declares a 10°�6 system shortage, for example, Redwood City will be required to reduce water use by 17.5°,G. The Recycled Water Task Force has prepared recommendations that city staff are implementing. (See Appendix 7: Recycled Water Task Force Report Executive Summary.) ■ Energy Conservation — The changing regulatory framework for electricity has contributed to unpredictable energy prices over the last two years. This uncertainty and California energy costs that are historically the highest in the country place an ongoing emphasis on energy conservation. ■ Integrated Pest Management — Proven technologies are available and new approaches are being developed for controlling pests with minimal use of toxic chemicals. 'These options can be cost-effective while imposing less downstream impacts on the environment and waste management systems. ■ Ren�cling — T'he state has developed recycling targets for California cities. Redwood City has met its official target and continues to conserve materials as an ongoing goal. ■ Wetlands — Redwood City has a large amount of land along the Bay Shore, which includes wetlands. The City and Department work in close partnership with the Department of Fish and Game and the Bay Conservation and Development Commission to manage this important resource. ■ Green Buildings — An emerging field in environmental management focuses on the sustainability and health effects of building materials, passive solar energy and conservation, and the use of landscaping to reduce environmental impacts. The Department seeks opportunities to cost-effectively implement "green building" principles. Redwood City Parks, Recreation, and Community Services � 2004StrategicPlan 2-9