Steven Jordison Executive Director

 Every community, organization, or agency should have a vision and mission statement.  IPRA Vision “building a better Iowa through parks and recreation”  IPRA Mission “to support the advancement of park, recreation, and environmental conservation opportunities through education, resource tools, and advocacy”

 Established in 1939, IPRA has enjoyed a rich history of promoting quality leisure services throughout Iowa.  Partnered with Iowa Amateur Softball Association since 1970’s. Both organizations had same staff.  Hired first full-time executive director,  Staff – 1 full-time / 1 half-time.  Share same office space with IASA.  Office located in Grinnell, Iowa.

 Greater than 120 municipal park and recreation agencies  Community size 1,500 to 200,000  State affiliate of National Recreation and Park Association with more than 18,000 professional and citizen advocates  Colleagues with 43 other state affiliates

 Professional Individual – 250  Board & Commission  Agency - 42  Commercial - 42  Advocate - 18  Student – 17  Retired – 17  Affiliates - 61

 Monthly newsletter  Free job posting  Access to website  Networking  Awards and recognition  Professional development  Discount conference/workshop fees  Membership directory/buyer’s guide  Fellowship to attend national conference  Revenue generation via consignment tickets

 Sports  Youth spot shot basketball  Adult volleyball tournaments  Special Events  IPRA Day at Iowa State Fair  Leadership Institute  Pool Operator Schools  Community Forums  Specific Half-day Workshops

REAP Alliance

Each year IPRA strives to offer three higher education scholarships 2011, we gave $2,250 to three deserving students Working with Iowa Foundation for Parks and Recreation fellowship/scholarship is offered to attend Fall Workshop and Spring Conference

Major shift due to retirement of baby-boomers within next 3-5 years first year baby-boomer generation is retiring. These individuals have a long rich history with his/her community (25 to 30 years). Agency succession planning. Younger generations are more likely to stay in a position for only 3 to 5 years. Communication with younger generation is via text message and Facebook. Few are using or even cellular phone calls. Work ethic in addition to expectations are also different for many young individuals

 Steven Jordison, Executive Director  Office: 1534 Penrose Street Grinnell, Iowa (fax)  Web: