Unique approaches to public private partnerships!

1. Unique approaches to public private partnerships!

2. Public Private Partnerships PRESENTERS • Daphne Klahr, Executive Director Reading Recreation Commission 320 S Third Street 610-655-6058 Reading PA  19602 484-256-1475 cell Daphne.klahr@readingpa.org • Karen Regenfuse, Recreation Superintendent Muhlenberg Township Parks & Recreation 5401 Leesport Ave. 610-685-0630 Temple PA  19560 610-685-0690 fax KRegenfuse@muhlenbergtwp.com 484-955-2320 cell • Kurt Baker, Director Whitpain Township Parks and Recreation 960 Wentz Road. 610-277-2400 Blue Bell, PA 19422 610-277-2209 fax kbaker@whitpaintownship.org 215-264-2695 cell

3. Public Private Partnerships • Importance of partnerships in today’s economy. • Partnerships come in all shapes and sizes • Recipe for success

4. Public Private Partnerships • Importance of Partnerships in Today’s Economy • Tight or no budget for program or project • Gaining public and private support • Increased marketing opportunities on both sides • Develops relationships for future needs • Increase participation in programs • Creates a sense of competition among potential partners • Do they need us as much as we need them?

5. Public Private Partnerships Partnerships come in all shapes and sizes • Financial sponsors for programs and events • Volunteers • Equipment Supplies • Facilities

6. Public Private Partnerships Recipe For Success….. • Match program, project and need to the best partner • Playground Transportation, Day Camp Facility, Movie/Concert Sponsor • Build and nurture a relationship with potential partners • Be up front! Clearly define “What’s In It For Them”!

7. Public Private Partnerships Match program, project and need to the best partner • Playground Transportation • Day Camp Facility • Movie/Concert Sponsor

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9. Public Private Partnerships • West Reading Tennis Project

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11. Public Private Partnerships • Marine –n- Me Fitness Program

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23. Public Private Partnerships Partnerships in Muhlenberg • Day Camp - Local Church (for indoor space), Kids Peace (for grassy area for games and playground equipment) and Local Swimming Association (for use of the pool). • Church – very respective to have a community group use the church. Paid a flat rate to cover incidental cost. • Kids Peace; which is a school for troubled youth – outdoor field space. Traded use of field for mowing services from June to Aug.

24. Public Private Partnerships • Unique Partnerships • Trails • Ball Fields • Park Master Plan Manor House Update Presentation.pptx Cook Tract Presentation.pptx

25. Public Private Partnerships Recognition of Partners Different ways to thank partners • Publicity • Business Referrals • Awards • Invitation to events • Networking opportunities • Official public meetings

26. Public Private Partnerships Wrap Up Questionsand discussion Sharing of programs and ideas Thank You!!!!!!!

27. Public Private Partnerships PRESENTERS • Daphne Klahr, Executive Director Reading Recreation Commission 320 S Third Street 610-655-6058 Reading PA  19602 484-256-1475 cell Daphne.klahr@readingpa.org • Karen Regenfuse, Recreation Superintendent Muhlenberg Township Parks & Recreation 5401 Leesport Ave. 610-685-0630 Temple PA  19560 610-685-0690 fax KRegenfuse@muhlenbergtwp.com 484-955-2320 cell • Kurt Baker, Director Whitpain Township Parks and Recreation 960 Wentz Road. 610-277-2400 Blue Bell, PA 19422 610-277-2209 fax kbaker@whitpaintownship.org 215-264-2695 cell