HomeMy WebLinkAbout1994-08-10 Recreation Committee MinutesRecreation Minutes
August 10, 1994
The Recreation Committee meeting came to order at 7:30 P.M. in
the Conference Room of the Town Hall. Committee members attend-
ing, Fred Conover, Sue Cavicchi, John Pacino, Kate Kaminer, Gor-
don Richards, Lorraine Salter, Chris Campbell, John Pacino, and
John McGrath. Also in attendance was associate member David
Bryant and Recreation Administrator Joe Connelly.
Minutes on June July 13, 1994 were approved as presented on a mo-
tion by Cavicchi, seconded by Pacino 8-0-0.
Reading Men's Softball Representatives - Director Bill Carroll,
and team representatives Jamie Jones, Jamey Cutlis, and Rick
Carter.
Discussion was very discouraging. Cutlis highly disputed that a
problem existed. Connelly, Conover asked for their support in
this matter. Two out of 3 representatives seemed to give sup-
port. As Conover pointed out, support from Cutlis was highly un-
likely. Kaminer discussed our only course of action is to pull
field permits if support was not given. Connelly pointed out that
a few are presenting a poor reputation for the entire league, and
again asked for their support in solving this problem. Discus-
sion ended with asking for their support, lack of support will
result in further action.
Connelly will talk to Peter Hechenbleikner about police support
at the Birch Meadow park area.
Supervisor's Report Review
Conover questioned suggestion of Dennis Richards being the
facilitator at the Recreation Retreat. Thought Richards was to
close to some parties involved, and would not be impartial.
Connelly discussed field renovation. Richards commented on need
of street field to be skinned, little cost would be involved.
Connelly explained that it was more of a time constraint problem.
This should be put on the priority list, which will be given to
D.P. W. this fall.
Kaminer asked about tennis court lights, Connelly will contact
light department.
Conover asked on policy to play older kids at Washington park if
in a pinch. Committee agreed.
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Connelly discussed after school program structure and meetings
with parents and Marc Alterio. Committee agreed that an effort
to start an after school program should be put forth. Felt sup-
port must be their from parents involved and school council and
principals. Committee felt that if needed help from Marc Alterio
and continuing education was not necessary.
Pacino commented on dealing with Alterio in years past. His im-
pression was to stay away from involving Alterio.
Conover, Cavicchi suggested something be put into writing and
sent to principal, student council, and school department on
meeting with Alterio and what Recreation was currently planning
to do.
Connelly discussed problems with town pool. Kaminer suggested a
free pool pass to children and families, to make up for missed
swim time in camp. Connelly explained swim lesson make-up
policy.
Salter suggested that a letter be sent to the paper describing
this summer's pool maintenance and cost involved. Thought this
would help make people aware of need for a new swimming facility.
Salter discussed how much money should be put into the pool for
repairs. Her feeling was a cap should be determined, and no
money be spent beyond that point. Salter feels by shutting down
pool, people would wake up and start fighting for a new facility.
Connelly pointed out he is in favor for a new facility. However,
the town of reading cannot do without a pool for an extended
period of time.
Pacino, strongly emphasized his opinion that all should be done
to keep the pool running because it is the only swimming spot in
Reading for many of the residents.
Salter suggested Connelly meet with Jim Keigley from the capital
improvements committee to see what their decision has been con-
cerning Grant Municipal Pool.
Connelly discussed and answered questions on fall programs and
fees involved.
Change fee from $69 to $70 for travel basketball.
Salter motion to accept fees, Pacino seconded 9-0-0.
Salter motion to accept supervisor's report, Kaminer seconded
9-0-0.
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Nominating Officers
Pacino nominated Kaminer as Chair, Cavicchi seconded 8-0-0.
Campbell nominated Conover as Vice Chair, Kaminer seconded 8-0-0.
Sub-Committees:
Field Scheduling-
Special Needs -
Teen Center -
Substance Abuse -
Open Space Adv. -
Concerts -
Mater Park Plan -
Bryant, McGrath, Richards, Hanley
Campbell, Salter
Salter, Pacino, Kaminer
Richards, Bryant
McGrath
Pacino, Check with Arts Council
Pacino, Richards, Campbell
Review of goals 95- Richards accepted, Cavicchi seconded 9-0-0
Connelly discussed Fund Raiser Idea- Golf Tournament
Asked for volunteers to be on committee - Bryant, Conover
Conover mentioned problem with raising money for fields was that
some money would be taken away. Committee felt try tournament
for one year and see what happens. Possible retreat topic.
Kaminer motion to adjourn, seconded by Salter 9-0-0. Meeting ad-
journed at 10:20 P.M..
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