1987-11-18 Recreation Committee Minutes

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Mr. Thomas Manikowski F-r his service and dedication to the community, Mr. Thomas Manikowski was honored by the ding Recreation Department, and presented a plaque. Reading Chronicle reporter/photographer was present. Budget The Sub Committee met and have submitted a proposal with a projected salary increase for the Supervisor of the Recreation Department, along with a more realistic pay scale for summer employees, (parks, pool, so forth). Mr. Fallon noted the increases are well in excess of what the Town Manager suggested. There will be increases in program fees to help off/set the cost. The committee will publish a booklet out-lining programs offered. Fees will be waived for anyone who meets the requirements. Total expenses for 88-89 equal $22,635.00 Grand total being 86,186.75. Mr. J. Donovan made a motion that the proposed budget be accepted, Mr. R. Coco seconded the motion The vote was unanimous. Old Business Summer Program Evaluation - Chris Copeland presented the evaluations, and was asked by Mr. J. Connelly if people who were evaluated had received copies of their evaluations, and suggested that should be done. Members commented on salary increases; agreeing the Recreation Department had to keep up with the times. Members questioned recommendations made by Chris Copeland. It was suggested that "A`Touch of Class" be updated. The committee discussed a number of other topics, and unanimously accepted the evaluation, as read. Kathy Rybicki informed the committee, as a point of information, that she had looked into Mr. ,;T'~ew Bililies insurance coverage, as she was asked to do, and found his coverage to be very low. ^is Copeland has been asked by the committee to speak with Mr. Bililies about this. Chris will be meeting with Drew early next week. New Business Mr. William Hughes asked that the committee members show him the courtesy, as chairman, of asking him to attend any meetings the§ might have with the Town Manager, regarding anything to do with the Recreation Department. It appears that the Recreation Department will come under the Human Services Department under Article VIII.The committee has a number of questions concerning this, and hope to have them answerer at Town Meeting. Chris Copeland informed the committee that she has received a letter of resignation from Gary Nihan. This volunteer position will be posted. Mr. J. Connelly announced that the Sunday Basketball was well on its way, and that changing the age groups to encompasse grade three was very successful. Mr. Fallon expressed his concern with the number of hours involved because of the custodial fees. Mr. Connelly reviewed the hours with Mr. Fallon. Mr. Fallon continued to express his concern. Chris will also review the hours with him. There being no further business, Mr. Fotino made a motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Kathy Rybicki. The vote was unanimous, the meeting adjourned at 10:20 P.M.