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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1990-04-11 Recreation Committee MinutesMinutes April 11, 1990 A meeting of the Recreation Committee was called to order at 7:34p.m. by Chairman J. Fallon. Members present were R. Fotino, C. Kaminer, J. Connelly, B. O'Connor, and M. Williams. Also present were Associates Members F. Conover, T. McGrath, S. Sul- livan and J. Giordano, Recreation supervisor. (C. Swymer arrived at 8:28) Citizens - Bob Marrocco Mr. Giordano presented a well deserved award to Ed Holahan on be- half of the Recreation Committee for all his work with the Youth Basketball. First order of business was the approval of the minutes of the March 14, 1990 Recreation Meeting. Motion to approve as amended by Mr. Fotino. Seconded by Ms Kaminer. 4-0-2 At 7:40 Bob Marrocco spoke before the Committee regarding start- ing a Street Hockey and/or Roller Blade Team. He requested use of Memorial Park Basketball Ct. from 5:00 - to dusk, one day a week from the last week in June thru August (9 weeks). He would donate his time, collect a $5.00 fee for a shirt and have members sign a waiver of liability. He proposed two divisions ages 10 -12 and 13-15. Ms. O'Connor commented there is a deed restric- tion that no organized sport could be assigned at Memorial. It was suggested either Washington Park or Sturgis could be util- ized. Mr. Giordano endorsed the idea and stated if they had a Revolving Fund Account for new programs this program could be run by the Recreation Department. There was much discussion concern- ing liability and ways to provide coverage. Joe & Bob will provide costs and direction for the May meeting. A motion to ap- prove the concept of Street Hockey at Washington Park Basketball Court, one night a week under the direction of Bob Marrocco was made by Ms. Williams, seconded by Mr. Fotino. 6-0-0. The next order of business was a letter from EMARC requesting funding for Camp Hope. No representative from EMARC was present due to a conflict with their own board meeting. Discussion fol- lowed on whether to continue funding this program or to look at other programs. Mr. Giordano suggested that he evaluate the program. A motion to table discussion until an alternative could be explored was made by Mr. Connelly. Seconded by Ms. Kaminer 6-0-0. Sub Committee Reports: At 8:25 Mr. Sullivan excused himself after giving an update on the Softball Shack Committee. Due to inclement weather, groundbreaking had been delayed. They are aiming for Wed., April 18 to dig and pour the foundation the same day. Mr. McGrath stated the Bandstand Sub-Committee had nothing to report. Mr. Fallon stated the dedication for the Bandstand is planned for July 1 at the first concert. A plaque to honor the Pacino's is planned. A suggestion was made by Mr. Giordano that they disband the Bandstand Committee and form a Dedication Com- mittee to help in the Presentation. Mr. Fotino suggested the NE Voke might be able to complete the bandstand. Discussion fol- lowed on whether to postpone the dedication and pursue the pos- sible next Spring completion if NE Voke built it. A new com- mittee was formed with Fotino, Connelly, Swymer and McGrath as members. Beth White O'Connor excused herself at 8:40p.m. Mr. Giordano went over the Supervisor's Report in detail and brought up concerns such as Girl's Basketball Program, the travel teams not playing Sunday-in-House, and increased fees for travel teams. John Fallon brought up the possible increased custodial fees. Mr. Fallon had reservations on mail in registrations. Mr. Fotino made a motion to accept mail-in registration for Day Camp only until May 18. Seconded by C. Kaminer. 3-2 motion carried. At 9:15 M. Williams excused herself. At. 9:20 private citizen Meriam Smith joined the meeting. Old Business Mr Fallon updated the Committee on his meeting with the Finance Committee on April 5. He proposed the 3/4 salary for Recreation Supervisor. On a vote of 2 to 3 it lost for consideration. The Revolving Fund Account was taken under advisement until April 10. Mr. Giordano than spoke on his meeting with Fin Com on April 10 concerning the Revolving Fund Account. Ms. Kaminer also attended the meeting. After 2 hrs. of meeting the Fin Com elected to table the request until Selectmen make a decision. The Recreation Committee decided to have a phone campaign to Town Meeting Members regarding the Revolving Fund Account. Mr. Gior- dano will put together a one page report on the concerns resi- dents may have. He will also get an updated Town Meeting Member List with phone numbers. New Business Mr. Giordano gave an update on Funding for the Concerts. $1500. from the Arts Council. He also has booked four groups @ a total of $950.00 and has four more concerts left to book. Mr. Fotino has stated the Lion's Club is donating $250.00 Mr. Giordano suggested a letter be drafted to Business & Civic Groups for donations. A motion was made by Ms. Kaminer that a letter be drafted to business & civic groups for donations - seconded by Mr. Connelly. Mr Giordano brought up the need for direction on Tennis Court Fees for the morning. It was decided they needed to be permitted if applicant wanted it reserved. Mr Fallon brought up the budget and lack of $2600. for the Recreation Supervisor. Several ideas were discussed on ways to increase the budget. Mr. Giordano appreciated the effort but priority is the next budget. Motion to adjourn by Mr. Connelly. Respectfully submitted, Virginia Butler Recording Secretary Seconded by Mr. Fotino 5-0-0.