Sports and Leisure Committee

General presentations

• 0901156 – Youth centres, events 2009

  The Lava Rock youth centre band competition took place on 12th February at Bæjarbíó. Each band performed two original songs, and the band “Sound of Seclusion” emerged victorious; they are mostly from the youth club Hraunið at Víðistaðaskóli. The jury also selected the best guitarist, bassist, drummer and singer.

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• 0901273 – ITH, Continuing Education Programme and Work Programme 2009

  The Operations Manager for Leisure Services presented the Continuing Professional Development and Business Plan for the Youth and Leisure Department.

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• 0808271 – Ásinn youth centre, a pilot project with Year 4

  The Head of Youth and Leisure Services outlined the project being piloted in two schools. There is great interest among parents and Year 4 children in taking part in the events on offer.

• 0902174 – Ash Wednesday entertainment 2009

  The Director of Leisure Services presented a draft programme for the Ash Wednesday entertainment taking place at Thorsplan.

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• 0902150 – Children's Ombudsman, guidelines on enhanced consumer protection for children

  Guidelines on enhanced consumer protection for children regarding marketing aimed at children have been presented for consultation. The Children's Ombudsman, together with the Consumer Advocate, have compiled guidelines intended to supplement existing legislation and regulations.

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• 0809308 – Equality initiative in sports and leisure activities

  The Chair of ÍTH presented and introduced the action plan of the working group on the equality initiative in sports and leisure activities in Hafnarfjörður. The plan sets out the projects the working group is focusing on, along with the responsibilities for implementation and follow-up.

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• 0902139 – Björk Gymnastics Club, operating agreement

  A contract for an operating grant to the Bjarki Gymnastics Club was presented. The contract covers the running of an office by the Bjarki Gymnastics Club and other projects. The contract is identical to the previous agreement with the club, but the amounts have been revised.

  The Sports and Leisure Committee approves the agreement for its part and refers it to the Directorate of Culture and Recreation. mso-bidi-language: AR-SA“>The Sports and Leisure Committee approves the agreement on its part and refers it to the Family Council for approval.