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Robinson Lane Recreation MemorialsR TOWN OF WAPPINGER J DUTCHESS COUNTYp NEW YORK WHEREAS, NICHOLAS AND PAMELA B15ACCIA AND THEIR FAMILY HAVE RESIDED IN THE T13WN OF WAPPINGER SINCE 1 9B4 AND ARE ACTIVE MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY THROUGH THEIR PARTICIPATION IN THE TOWN OF WAPPINGER LITTLE LEAGUE AND OTHER CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS AND, WHEREAS, THEIR DAUGHTER, MELISSA DANIELLE BISACCIA, AS A CHILD, WAS DIAGNOSED WITH EPILEPSY AND, WHEREAS, A YOUNG WOMAN, MELISSA DANIELLE BISACCIA PARTICIPATED IN THE TOWN OF WAPPINGER GIRLS SOFTBALL PROGRAMS, AND ATTENDED ROY C. KETCHAM HIGH SCHOOL WAS ABLE TO ACHIEVE MUCH SCHOLASTIC AND ATHLETIC SUCCESS OVERCOMING OBSTACLES DESPITE HER BATTLE WITH EPILEPSY AND, WHEREAS, MELISSA DANIELLE BISACCIA'S SCHOLASTIC AND ATHLETIC ACHIEVEMENTS EARNED HER SCHOLARSHIPS TO ATTEND FRANKLIN PIERCE COLLEGE, AND WHEREAS, WHILE IN ATTENDANCE AT HER FIRST SEMESTER AT FRANKLIN PIERCE COLLEGE, MELISSA DANIELLE BISACCIA, UNEXPECTEDLY PASSED AWAY AND, WHEREAS, MELISSA DANIELLE BISACCIAVS FAMILY, IN HER MEMORY, HAS CREATED THE MELISSA D. BISACCIA SCHOLARSHIP FUND TO HONOR THOSE ROY C. KETCHAM HIGH SCHOOL AND FRANKLIN PIERCE COLLEGE STUDENTS, WHO OVERCOME OBSTACLES IN THEIR LIVES TO SUCCEED AS DID MELISSA DANIELLE BISACCIA, AND THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, THAT THE, TOWN BOARD OF.THE TOWN OF WAPPINGER RECOGNIZES THE CONTRIBUTIONS AND ACHIEVEMENTS THAT MELISSA DANIELLE BISACCIA ACCOMPLISHED WHILE FACING PERSONAL OBSTACLES, AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, THAT THE TOWN BOARD.OF THE TOWN OF WAPPINGER RECOGNIZES THE TRAGEDY OF MELISSA DANIELLE BISACCIA'5 UNTIMELY DEATH DEPRIVING HER, HER FAMILY, AND OUR COMMUNITY FROM REALIZING HER FULL POTENTIAL, AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, THAT THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF WAPPINGER RECOGNIZES THAT MELISSA DANIELLE BISACCIA WAS A ROLE MODEL FOR HER PEERS, AND THE TOWN BOARD APPRECIATES HER FAMILY'S EFFORTS TO REWARD STUDENTS, LIKE THEIR DAUGHTER MELISSA, THROUGH A SCHOLARSHIP FUND THAT RECOGNIZES STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS DESPITE OF PERSONAL OBSTACLES, AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, THE TOWN BOARD OF THE TOWN OF WAPPINGER, ON THE THIRD ANNIVERSARY OF THE CREATION OF THE MELISSA D. BISACCIA SCHOLARSHIP FUND, SHALL RENAME THE GIRLS SENIOR LEAGUE FIELD AT ROBINSON LANE, THE MELISSA DANIELLE BISACCIA MEMORIAL FIELD, AND SHALL ERECT A PLAQUE ON THAT FIELD FOR THE ENTIRE COMMUNITY TO ACKNOWLEDGE THE INSPIRATION AND ACHIEVEMENT OF MELISSA DANIELLE BISACCIA. 07/10/2000.RGM will be the homeowners responsibility to maintain them. Discussion followed. COUNCILMAN RUGGIERO moved to authorize the Supervisor, Engineer to Town and Attorney to Town to meet with residents to address the issue. Seconded by Mr. Paoloni Motion Unanimously Carried Contrail is also requesting the return of $279,460 Collateral Security with the Town of Wappinger Mortgagee and Satellite Investments Mortgagor to secure the construction of the extension of Airport Drive to connect with County Route ll. Al Roberts, Attorney to the Town explained that the purpose of the security was to insure that Airport Drive would be extended from its existing cul de sac to a connection point on CR 11, if it was built by 2004. The chances of that happening are virtually zero. Its pretty definite that a bikeway is going through. COUNCILMAN RUGGIERO moved to authorize the release of the $279,460.00 security. Seconded by Mr. Paoloni Motion Unanimously Carried COUNCILMAN RUGGIERO moved to authorize Supervisor Smith to sign the Satisfaction of Mortgage. Seconded by Mr. Paoloni Motion Unanimously Carried Next is to approve a plaque dedicating a ball field in memory of Melissa Danielle Bisaccia, in recognition of her contributions and achievements while facing personal obstacles. COUNCILMAN RUGGIERO moved to approve the resolution. Seconded by Mr. Paoloni Motion Unanimously Carried COUNCILMAN RUGGIERO moved to approve $800 for the plaque and the funds to come out of Recreation B Fund Balance. Seconded by Mr. Paoloni Motion Unanimously Carried Correspondence from Peter Paggi in regard to the Castlepoint Landfill. As you are aware, the firm of Conrad Geoscience Corp. has been performing gas monitoring and water quality testing at the Castlepoint Landfill. While Collection samples, Conrad representatives discovered that a 2" PVC casing in one of the shallow, overburdening wells (MW -8) had been damaged, and could not be sampled. The source of the damage is not readily apparent, but could have been the result of previous construction activities, ground M m 'roWN OF'WAPPINGER 1--'?E'CR1-'-`AT10N COMMITTE"'1z' RO. BOX 324, 20 MIDDI-EBUSld ROAD WAPPINGERS FALLS, N.Y. 12590-0324 March 9, 1998 101�10 4311063mmiffin0m FROM: RALPH J. HOLT, CHAIRMAN CONSTANCE 0 SMITH Supprvisar Telephone� (914) 297-0720 RE: LITTLE LEAGUE REQUEST SENT TO RECREATION COMMISSION TO DEDICATE FIELD IN MEMORY OF MR, A. A. KERSTING This past February, Little League and our Town lost a gentleman that was a significant volunteer to the Little League program. Most of us oil the Recreation Commission knew Al Kersting and are witnesses to the effort he put forth in support of the Little League program. We all feet the naming of the field that he (Al) spent so much tirne working on in his memory, is appropriate. The field in question has been known simply as SL -1 (Senior League Attached is a copy of Little League's request to the Recreation Commission requesting that the field be referred to as Aloysius A. Kersting Field in all of the schedules and correspondence and that they erect a sign oil the backstop of that field. Little League will provide the sign and it will meet specifications provided in our dedication procedures. Our Little League is hopeful that with the Town's approval, they can recognize Mr. Kersting at their opening day ceremonies at Robinson Lane on April 18, 1998. We support this request and request your approval for this tribute. mbr a,jj �A RJH TOWN OF WAPPiNgm LiTTFE LEAGUE ASSOCiATiON, INC. P.O. Box 133 WAPPINgERS FARs, NEw YoRk 12590 February 24, 1998 To the Town of Wappinger Recreation Commission In recognition of the many contributions to the Town of Wappinger Little League made by Al Kersting, the Little League Board of Directors has decided that the field currently referred to as Senior League 1 will be referred to as Aloysius A. Kersting Field in all of our schedules and correspondence. We request your approval to erect a sign on the backstop of that field identifying it as Aloysius A. Kersting Field. John Smith, President Town of Wappi er Little League Aloysius A. KERSNG Al Kersting's official participation in the Town of Wappingers Little League began in 1984 as the manager of the Senior League Division 3 Royals. He managed ul Division 3 for five years. In 1989 he became the Senior League Division 3 Vice -President and coached in the league. In 1990 he became the Senior League Vice -President and held that position for eight seasons. That same year he managed Dandelion Oil in Big League. He managed in Big league for eight seasons. In addition to managing and coaching teams for fourteen years and serving as Vice -President on the board for nine years, he was a tireless, enthusiastic supporter of the league. Ever year he was among the leaders in selling ads for the season program. During the season, Al was at Robinson Lane almost every day. He would often spend his free time at the fields working at the store. Al Kersting's unselfish devotion to the bettennent of the Town of Wappinger Little League has had an immeasurable positive impact on the entire organization. Senior League and Big League Baseball will miss his leadership and integrity. U, �L oy Y u-�; n. v E- k �k DATE: MEMO TO FROM: TOWN OF WAPPI NGER RECREATION COMM155ION P.O. BOX 324 20 MIDDLEBUSH ROAD WAPPINGERS FALLS, N.Y. 12590.0324 MAY 12. 1995 FRIENDS OF COREY CASTELLANO COMMITTEE Mr. Charles Antonucci Mr. Robert Brewer Dr. Armen Manasar Mr. Vincent Quicci Mr. James Whalen RALPH J. HOLT, CHAIRMAN BATTING CAGES AT ROBINSON LANE PARK CONSTANCE O. SMITH SUPERVISOR MAY 1C� rO NOF ,6, OFFIC� Al/VGi�q The Town of Wappinger Recreation Committee thanks the Friends of Corey Castellano Committee for all their efforts in raising the funds necessary to build two (2) batting cages and also for their continued support in seeing to the actual construction of these cages. This has taken a great deal of your time and energies to make this happen and you should be proud of this tribute to Corey. We the Recreation Committee accept with gratitude this welcome addition to our Robinson Lane facility. These batting cages have been made available to the Town of Wappinger Little League and we believe this will definitely enhance our Town's Little League program. Once again, you have our thanks for all the children that will be able to make use of these batting cages. . We look forward to your continued support in the construction of the third batting cage and we stand ready to assist you. RJ.H. RJH:mbr cc: Henry Provost Constance Smith Armen C. Manasar, D.D.S. 83 East Main Street Wappingers Falls, NY 12590 (914) 297-6432 Mrs. Constance O. Smith Supervisor, Town of Wappinger P.O. Box 324 Wappingers Falls, NY 12590 Dear Mrs. Smith, March 20, 1995 The Friends of Corey Castellano Committee, which consists of Armen Manasar, Charles Antonucci, Robert Brewer, James Whalen, and Vincent Quicci, would like to ask the Town of Wappinger to consider providing our Committee with a release and indemnification in connection with the construction and installation of the 3 unit batting pavilion at the Town of Wappinger Recreation Complex on Robinson Lane. Thank you for your attention in this matter. Yours truly, Armen C. Manasar ff0-WATV1LW0ja0&TjM, Zmal REGRFATION COMN55JON P,O. BOX 324 20 MIDDLEBUSH ROAD WAPPINGERS FALLS, N.Y. 12590-0324 FROM: RALPH J. HOLT, CHAIRMAN R'E: MEMORIAL FOR COREY CASTELLANO November 16, 1994 CONSTANCE Q. SMITH SUPERVISOR As you are probably aware, our Little League suffered another tragedy this past summer. A twelve year old boy, a member of our Little League died as a result of a freak accident. This young man and his parents have been active in the Little League program for a number of years. There is a group headed by Dr. Armen Manasar that would like to do something for the Little League in the memory of this young man. Specifically, they would like to erect two batting cages at Robinson Lane. We, the Recreation Commission, have reviewed their plans and feel the addition of these batting cages not only would provide a lasting memory to Corey Castellano, but it would be a welcome addition to the Robinson Lane Recreation Park and to the boys and girls of the Little League Program. The Town of Wappinger Little League has agreed to maintain and to supervise its usage. They also, desire and we concur that a sign 4 or 5 ft. by 7 or 8 ft. be fastened to the side of the cage. This sign would be of a lasting material and have affixed to it the names of significant contributors on small metal plates. (What a significant contribution would be has not been determined.) This sign, would bear the name of the young man. The Recreation Commission would hold the right to remove the sign at the end of a two year period or before if its maintenance was not handled properly. We seek the Town's approval to let this group proceed. The cost of these batting cages would be estimated at $10,000. They would like to get started in raising the funds. We, the Recreation Commission are in favor of this effort. Please provide us with your support. "x R.J.H. 1,11ir it TOWN OF WAPPINGER RECREATION CC MMIS51ON MEMO TO: TOWN BOARD MEMBERS 20 MIDDLEBUSH ROAD SWAPPING 'RS FALLS, N.Y. 12590 FROM: RALPH J. HOLT, CHAIRMAN RE: STONE MEMORIAL AT ROBINSON LANE March 12, 1992 In compliance with the procedure established for the, honoring of a citizen by placing their name on a stone memorial at Robinson Lane, we submit the following names for your approval. 1. George H. Schlathaus George served for many years as a coach and manager in the Little League. He also served for many years as a member of the Recreation Commission. 2. E. J. Post This gentlemen worked for Recreation and had the task of keeping Robinson Lane Fields and wash rooms clean. This he did for many years. His personality and love of the children made people like him even above the chores he performed. 3. Alfred "'Gone" Maier Gene was a coach and manager in the Little League program for many years. His premature passing was when he still was serving as a manager. 4. Thomas B. Fedoush Tom participated in the Little League program from the time he was 6 until he was 18. He was an All-Star in Little League, Senior League and Big Boy League. He brought honor to our Program. 5. Jeannette T. Pallino Jeannette was also in Little League. Her circumstances were much like Jason Smith. She played softball and at the young age of 14 passed away. Town Board Page 2 March 12, 1992 6. Jason E. Smith I'm sure we are all familiar with Jason's story. We the Recreation Commission request your approval on the above submitted names. The expense for the stone and the engravings will be borne by the "Friends of Jason E. Smith" Committee. Any additional names to be added to the stone after approval of the Town Board will be borne by the Organization/Group submitting the name. RaI�P Chairman RJH:mbr January 26, 1992 Her Honorable Constance Smith Town Supervisor 'own of Wappingers Middlebush Road Wappinger Falls, New York 12590 Dear Mro. Smith: After the untimely death of Jason Eric Smith, a thirteen year old resident of Wappinger Falls last October, Mr. James Whalen and myself discussed, some way of dedicating either a ball field or a plaque at the Robinson Lane fields. the reasoning for choosing Robinson Lane was due to Jason's longstanding involvement in the towns Little League Program. His entire family has been actively involved in the program for 15 years. As a result of our discussions, Mr. Whalen contacted an ind.ividual who offered to donate a marble stone, at no cost to either the town or the little league, to commeorate Jasons life. After this generous offer was received, we began to make contacts with other people in this community, and found overwhelming support for this idea. It was thought, that maybe a stone or plaque by the flagpole at Robinson Lane would. be more appropriate, a dedication than a field. This was at the suggestion of Jasons friends, who would meet with him there, before or after their activities at the fields. On or about the early part of November, Mr. Whalen and I made a presentation to the Little League, at their hoards Reorganizational Meeting, presenting them with the documentation that we had obtained.. We asked the board for their permission to pl,`:%ace the stone at Robinson Lane in the flower garden around. the"flab; pole. The stone was described as•''�being Marble, 10" by 20j" with a height of 4" in the front and 6" in the rear. (Please see photograph of a similar stone). They were advised that the stone, when set would, be 2 inches above the ground.inthe front and 4 inches in the rear, keeping it very low to the ground. It would weigh approximatley 150 pounds, therefore making it unlikely to be tampered with. We had. suggestions of possible wordings .for the dedication to celebrate Jasonslife, but left it open for more discussions. Mr. Whalen and my husband have measured. the site and. space is available. We have been advised that Robinson Lane is a town field, and permission must come from the town, and thus we hereby officially request the towns permission to go ahead. with the commeration of Jasons life. We welcome any ideas that you may have regarding the dedication or its placement at Robinson Lane. We would be available at any time to discuss this with you. We thank you for your time and consideration in this matter. Since ely yours, (Mrs.} Linda Marg one 6 Russet Lane Wappinger Falls, New York 297-8241 (Mr. }� James Whalen 4 Carroll 'Drive Wappinger Falls, New York 297-1008 SUPERVISOR IRENE M. PAINO TOWN OF WAPPINGER TOWN C L E R K' S O F'F I C E 20 MIDDLEBUSH ROAD P. O. BOX 324 WAPPINGERS FALLS, N.Y. 12590-0324 (914) 297.5771 ELAINE H. SNOWDEN TOWN CLERK Mr. & Mrs. Ralph Holt 78 Brothers Road Wappingers Falls, New,York 12590 Dear Sylvia and Ralph, TOWN COUNCIL VINCENT G. FARINA GERARD J. MCCLUSKEY DAVID E. REIS JUNE A. VISCONTI November 18, 1986 Re: Brian Holt Memorial Field We are pleased to inform you that the Big Boy Field at Robinson Lane in our Town will now be known as the BRIAN HOLT MEMORIAL FIELD. The Town Board unanimously voted to approve the recommendation of the Little League Association, as submitted by Merelee Worthmann. The Board, was, I might add, happy with the recommendation and commended the Association for this action. Along with this dedication to Brian on opening day, April 25, 1987, they plan to place plaques at the memorial for Brian, Gene Mayer, James Post and George Schlathaus, who were, as you know, other dedicated people. We truly hope you enjoy this beautiful tribute to your son who will live on and on with our baseball fans and, of course, with his devoted family. Sincerely, Elaine H. Snowden Town Clerk gr SUPERVISOR IRENE M. PAINO TOWN OF WAPPINGER TOWN CLERK'S OFFICE 20 MIDDLEBUSH ROAD P. O. SOX 324 WAPPINGERS FALLS, N.Y. 12590-0324 (914) 297-5771 ELAINE H. SNOWDEN TOWN CLERK Mrs. Merelee Worthmann, President Town of Wappinger Little League 69 Gold Road Wappingers Falls, New York 12590 Dear Mrs. Worthmann: TOWN COUNCIL VINCENT G. FARINA GERARD J. MCCLUSKEY DAVID E. REIS JUNE A. VISCONTI November 18, 1986 Re: Brian Holt Memorial Field We are pleased to inform you that the Town Board unanimously voted to name the Big Boy Field at Robinson Lane the Brian Holt Memorial Field, as recommended by your Association. The Board Members commended you for this recommendation and are also pleased with the plans you have to place plaques at the memorial in recognition of Gene Mayer, James Post and George Schlathaus, other dedicated people. We will write to Sylvia and Ralph Holt to inform them that the Town Board is more than happy to name the field after their son who will long be remembered. Thank you for your thoughtfulness. gr Yours very truly, Elaine H. Snowden Town Clerk -----'-- � /o"emoer 3, 1986 iEQELEE WOATHmAwN^ 914-297-7478 �OWN OF W0PPJNGEP LITTLE LFAGUE o9 GOLD QOMD /APPIWGEP5 FALLS. NEW YOWK 12590 !emu to: TOWN OF WAPPINGER BOARD 5uhjeo`! BRIAN HOLT MEMORIAL FIELD DAAFT 1 On October 20^ 1926 the Town of WappinDer Little League Board of Directors voted unanimously to re -name the Big amU Field at Robinson Lane complex, the Brian Holt Memorial Field; "BRIAN'S 1::,IE1-D° Brian, who recently passed away, at the age of 33, was a very dedicated and active participant in our Little League program, not only as a player for 12 gears, but as a coach and manager for 4 years. His absence to the program will be deeply missedTherefore, we are asking the Town Board Members for permission and approval to re -name and dedicate this field to this very fine young man, in addition, the Town of Wappimger Little League would like to purchase and place plaques ax the memorial, by the flag pole, in memory of Brian, Gene Mayer, James Post and George SchlotMouse' with additional space for any future recognitions, We plan to include the dedication to Brian in our opening daV ceremonies on April 25. 1987 and hope you will all attend Please present this for a vote at your November 17, 1986 meeting and inform us of your decision, i=dfr Respectfully yours. ' � � � MEPE�EE WQPTHMANN ^ L ` -^ ` PRESIDENT NOV 6 1986