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Athletes Wanted For 2010 Henderson Senior Games
March 4, 2010 – Henderson, NV – Nevada’s senior athletes (ages 50 and up) can still register to participate in the 2010 Henderson Senior Games through March 15. Registration is $15 per person (with exception to volleyball), which includes an event T-shirt, program guide and results booklet. There is also a per-event fee for each competition entered. Most events are $3 to $5 per person, with exception to golf ($28–$45 per person) and volleyball, which has a per-team fee only. Registration packets are available online at cityofhenderson.com and at the Arroyo Grande Sports Complex, 298 Arroyo Grande Blvd. Walk-ons will be accepted at some events pending space availability. The Henderson Senior Games is sponsored by the City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department.
The program is a competitive social event that combines sports and games with camaraderie. The athletic events take place March 23–April 25 at various locations throughout Henderson. First, second and third place coins or medallions will be presented at the close of each event.
Events include basketball, bicycle time trials, fitness, golf, power lifting, table tennis, tennis, Texas Hold ’Em, bowling, and volleyball.
“Each year this program attracts some remarkable athletes, from the serious to the more casual,” said Michele Howard, program coordinator, City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department. “The spirit of friendly competition ensures everyone puts forth their best efforts in every sport. It’s an inspiring program.”
Participants requiring special accommodations are asked to contact the City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department Sports office in advance at 702-267-5717.
Turf Conversion Project Completed at Anthem Hills Park
March 3, 2010 – Henderson, NV – The City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department has completed a turf conversion project at Anthem Hills Park, 2256 N. Reunion Dr. (at Reunion Drive and Sonatina Drive), removing 25,000 square feet of non-functional turf and replacing it with xeric plants, decomposed granite, and boulders. The project is part of the department’s Drought Response Plan and is designed to save money while also conserving water and other natural resources in the community.
“Non-functional turf can be defined as turf areas where the only time they’re stepped on is for mowing,” said Dominick Casey, assistant director, City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department. “This project alone will save an estimated 1.37 million gallons of water annually, which is significant because of the ongoing drought conditions here in Southern Nevada. Since 2003, our department has completed 85 similar projects, for a combined annual savings of 68 million gallons of water—the equivalent of 100 Olympic-sized pools.”
An additional benefit of the conversion is that it eliminates the problem of irrigation overspray that often reached sidewalks at the park during windy conditions. The project design was provided by the department’s in-house Park Planning division, and the turf conversion was completed by the Parks team.
For additional information about the City’s turf conversion program, visit cityofhenderson.com.
Free Educational Forum Discusses Medical Bill Auditing
March 3, 2010 – Henderson, NV – The City of Henderson Senior Citizens Advisory Commission is hosting a free forum on medical billing auditing at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, March 17, at the Henderson Multigenerational Center, 250 S. Green Valley Pkwy. The forum will be presented by representatives from Universal Solutions, a division of Strategic Collection Management, a medical bill resolution advocate.
They will discuss medical bill overcharges, misapplied charges, and duplicate bill charges. According to Universal Solutions, as much as 90 percent of all medical claims contain errors.
The Henderson Senior Citizens Advisory Commission is comprised of appointed citizen volunteers who make recommendations to the City Council on issues of interest to senior citizens and others. The commission hosts a free educational forum every other month.
For additional information, call 267-4090 or visit cityofhenderson.com.
Henderson’s Bark in the Park Saturday, March 6
 March 2, 2010 – Henderson, NV – The City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department’s annual Bark in the Park will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 6, at Paseo Verde Park, 1851 Paseo Verde Pkwy. Participation is free for all ages. Pets are welcome, but they must be leashed and handlers must be at least 10 years old. Owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets.
Bark in the Park includes four hours of activities for people and their dogs, including demonstrations, educational booths, contests, products, services, and pet adoptions offered by the City of Henderson Animal Care and Control Facility. This year’s event also features a special performance by Gregory Popovich’s Comedy Pet Theater.
“Bark in the Park has become one of our most anticipated and highly attended events of the year,” said Vanessa Caster, Recreation Services supervisor for the City of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department. “Last year’s event drew more than 5,000 people to Paseo Verde Park, an increase of 38 percent over 2008. It’s a great way to spend a few hours on a Saturday, and the dogs love it just as much as the people.”
For additional information about Bark in the Park, call 267-5720 or visit cityofhenderson.com.
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