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17 <br />Attachment B <br />• Develop a Community Center CCVP (Community Center Volunteer Program) and an informal <br />Community Center Board of Advisors that will increase public awareness of community centers, <br />programs and events, and County services; and assist County departments in strengthening services <br />delivery by using community volunteers to complement staff. <br />• Offer comprehensive, quality recreational and educational programming aimed at satisfying the needs <br />of varying age levels, physical abilities, and special interests. Provide meaningful programs and diverse, <br />open access to all individuals. <br />• Provide children and seniors with a safe place to socialize and learn, open to all individuals. <br />• Provide efficient and effective leadership and coordination for delivery of quality services for the <br />community. <br />• Provide an after - school haven and tutoring opportunities for children, and a place to base community <br />events. <br />• Make technology available to the community for youth and adults, with hosting educational classes. <br />• Offer programs from Habitat for Humanity and other organizations and departments on home <br />ownership, budgeting and financial literacy. <br />• Engage and encourage the residents in communities around the Centers to become part of the <br />community through focus groups, outreach programs, volunteerism and social interaction. Collaborate <br />between County, residents and other programs to help educate residents and keep them informed of <br />issues that affect them. <br />