HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-14-2009 NRRC 14 Scholarship ProgramCity of Hastings Parks & Recreation
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920 W 10 St, Hastings MN 55033
Ph: (651) 480-6175
Fax: (651) 437-5396
Web: www.ci.hastings.mn.us
“Creating Community Through People, Parks, and Programs”
Date: 3/29/09
To: Natural Resources and Recreation Commission
From: Barry Bernstein, Director, Parks and Recreation
Subject: Scholarship Program
At a previous NRRC meeting, I presented issues surrounding the present scholarship
program that is currently used at the HFAC. Since there is no direct funding for this
program, it is felt that a review of the present scholarship program was needed. The intent
of this program’s review was not to minimize this program, but to ensure that the families
that are truly in need of this type of assistance receive assistance.
The proposed revised program complies with our original funding from the State of
Minnesota which states that we need to provide assistance for those who fall under 150% of
the federal poverty guidelines. I have enclosed information for your review.
The current program is based on the poverty guidelines set forth by Dakota County. You
will notice that in the cover page of the information, it illustrates both the proposed federal
guidelines as well as the current County guidelines that are in use. In 2008, if we had
utilized the new federal guidelines and proposed program, 32 families would have received
full scholarships, 31 families would have received 50% scholarships, and 8 families would
not have qualified for assistance.
I will accept and forward any recommendations from the NRRC.
Civic ArenaAquatic CenterYouth First
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2801 Red Wing Blvd. 901 Maple Street 920 W 10 Street
Ph: (651) 480-6195 Ph: (651) 480-2385 Ph: (651) 480-6182
Fax: (651) 437-4940 Fax: (651) 437-5396 Fax: (651) 437-5396
City of Hastings Parks & Recreation
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920 W 10 St, Hastings MN 55033
Ph: (651) 480-6175
Fax: (651) 437-5396
Web: www.ci.hastings.mn.us
“Creating Community Through People, Parks, and Programs”
03-26-09
According to the 1999 grant document from Children, Families and Learning, if the aquatic center charges a
fee for use of the center’s facilities, it is required for a plan to be implemented which includes free or reduced-
rate use of the facilities by individuals and families that have a household income at or below 150% of the
federal poverty income guidelines. It is therefore the recommendation of Aquatic Center Management staff to
offer a program providing an opportunity for both free and reduced programs. Verification of income will be
supplied by the applicant in the form of a copy of their first page of the previous year tax statement.
2009 Scholarship Program Recommendation
Individuals or Families earning less than the poverty guideline will receive 100% reduction in fees for City of
Hastings Parks & Recreation programs. Use is limited at the Hastings Family Aquatic Center to swimming
lessons, season passes and punch cards. Maximum dollar amount granted is $100.00/person in household.
For example, if a family of 4 earns less than $22,050.00, programs would be paid
in full by the City of Hastings. The cost to the family or individual would be $0.00.
Individuals or Families earning 150% of the poverty guideline to the poverty guideline would be responsible
for 50% of the total cost of programs offered by the City of Hastings Parks & Recreation Department. Use is
limited at the Hastings Family Aquatic Center to swimming lessons, season passes, and punch cards.
Maximum dollar amount granted is $100.00/person in household.
For example, if a family of 4 earns $32,000.00 and they registered for $120.00
worth of programs/services with the City of Hastings Parks & Recreation Department, the family
would be responsible for paying $60.00 and the City would be responsible for covering the remaining
$60.00.
2009 Federal Poverty Guidelines
US Dept of Health & Human
Services
Persons in Poverty
150% of Current City
family guideline
guideline guideline
1 $10,830 $16,245 $18,889
2 14,570 $21,855 $25,327
3 18,310 $27,465 $31,765
4 22,050 $33,075 $38,203
5 25,790 $38,685 $44,641
6 29,530 $44,295 $51,079
7 33,270 $49,905 $57,517
8 37,010 $55,515 $63,955
For families with more than 8 persons, add $3,740 Add $5,610 over 8
for each additional person. people.
Civic ArenaAquatic CenterYouth First
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2801 Red Wing Blvd. 901 Maple Street 920 W 10 Street
Ph: (651) 480-6195 Ph: (651) 480-2392 Ph: (651) 480-6182
Fax: (651) 437-4940 Fax: (651) 437-5396 Fax: (651) 437-5396
City of Hastings Parks & Recreation
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920 W 10 St, Hastings MN 55033
Ph: (651) 480-6175
Fax: (651) 437-5396
Web: www.ci.hastings.mn.us
“Creating Community Through People, Parks, and Programs”
Hastings Parks & Recreation
Scholarship Program
Thank you for your interest in a City of Hastings Parks and Recreation Department sponsored leisure program. Program
assistance funds are available to City of Hastings residents. It is the policy of the City of Hastings to provide services to
residents regardless of sex, race, color, natural origin, ability or financial status.
Scholarship Program Guidelines:
1. The City of Hastings has adopted a sliding fee schedule to assist those with financial needs regarding
recreation programs. To be eligible, you must meet certain income and household size limitations.
This does not include
2. Applicants to the scholarship program must be residents of the City of Hastings.
surrounding townships.
3. Scholarship money will be credited towards the family account as soon as you register.
4. The applicant family will have a predetermined amount to use for leisure services offered through the Hastings
Parks and Recreation Department.
5. The scholarship program aid may not be used for any late registration fees if they apply.
6. Scholarship applicants must complete and return the application form to the Hastings Parks and Recreation
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Department, 920 W 10 Street.
7. If any fees are accrued after the scholarship is awarded, the applicant is responsible for these fees.
8. All registrations for Parks & Recreation programs are handled on a first come-first served basis.
9. The applicant information will remain confidential in accordance with Minnesota Data Practices and on file for
one year. If the applicant’s information changes, it is the applicant’s responsibility to inform the Parks &
Recreation Department.
Sliding Fee Scale
(Income guidelines are based on the U.S. Federal Poverty Guidelines)
PLEASE NOTE:
Based on the scale below, you will either be granted scholarship dollars which can be used to pay for
OR
100% of Parks & Recreation program costs you will be granted scholarship dollars which can be used to pay for 50%
of Parks & Recreation program costs. With the second option, you will be responsible for the other 50% of the cost.
Awards will be limited to an annual maximum of $100.00 per person in household.
Household 1 Person 2 Person 3 Person 4 Person 5 Person 6 Person 7 Person 8 Person
Size Household Household Household Household Household Household Household Household
Max Income
for 100%
$10,830 $14,570 $18,310 $22,050 $25,790 $29,530 $33,270 $37,010
scholarship
Max Income
for 50%
$16,245 $21,855 $27,465 $33,075 $38,685 $44,295 $49,905 $55,515
scholarship
Civic ArenaAquatic CenterYouth First
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2801 Red Wing Blvd. 901 Maple Street 920 W 10 Street
Ph: (651) 480-6195 Ph: (651) 480-2385 Ph: (651) 480-6182
Fax: (651) 437-4940 Fax: (651) 437-5396 Fax: (651) 437-5396
City of Hastings
Parks & Recreation Department
Scholarship Application
Programs fill on a first come-first served basis.
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Complete the form below.
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Attach a copy of the first page of your most recent federal income tax form.
If you are eligible to be
claimed as a dependent on anyone else’s tax return, a copy of the first page of their return will also be
required.
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Awards will be limited to an annual maximum of $100.00 per person in household.
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Drop off or mail to:
CITY OF HASTINGS
PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT
ATTN: SCHOLARSHIPS
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920 W 10 STREET
HASTINGS, MN 55033
PLEASE ATTACH A COPY OF THE FIRST PAGE OF YOUR MOST RECENT TAX RETURN:
Name: Phone:
Day Evening
Address:
Email:
Household Size (number of persons claimed on tax return):
Adjusted Gross Income (based on household’s most recent tax return):
Other Non-taxable Income (please provide description):
Applicant Statement: I hereby certify that the information on this form is accurate and complete. I understand
that the information may be subject to further verification by the City of Hastings, Dakota County CDA, or the US
Department of Housing & Urban Development. I, therefore, authorize such verification, and will provide
supporting documents, if necessary. WARNING: Title 18, Section 1001 of the US Code states that a person is
guilty of a felony for knowingly and willingly making false or fraudulent statements to any department of the US
Government.
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Name (Print) Signature Date
City Scholarship Comparison
CityMade Available ToMaximumsCoveragesOther Info
Uses free/reduced
school lunch
Pays 50% of program feesincome guidelines
EaganYouths under age 18$200 per child per year
Based on County
Pays 10-50% of program median income level as
fees (sliding income scale)reported by HUD
WoodburyAll in householdNone
Uses free/reduced
Pays 60% or 100% school lunch
depending on incomeincome guidelines
FarmingtonYouths under age 18$100 per child per year
Child must receive
free/reduced
school lunch
Inver Grove HeightsYouths under age 18$40 per child per quarter100% up to maximum