1991-04-18
AGENDA
RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING
APRIL 18, 1991
CALL MEETING TO ORDER
PRESENT:
APPROVED MINUTES - MARCH 14, 1991
Approved:
Corrections:
JOHN RUSSO - Town of Wappinger Soccer League
CORRESPONDENCE
Seconded:
1. Invitation from Town of Wappinger Little League to Attend Opening Day
Ceremonies on Saturday, 4/20/91 at 9:00 a.m. at Robinson Lane
2. Letter from Town of Wappinger Little League to place porta-johns throughout
Complex for openind day and our reply.
3. Letter from Hughsonville Fire District Re: Summer Program
4. Letter from Dynawatch Re: Purchase of a 1 year parts and service warranty
on system at Robinson Lane.
5. Letter from Sharon McSween, Pres. Poughkeepsie Women's Tournament
6. Our letter to Planning Board Re: Noto Subdivision and copy of letter
addressed to Mr. Levenson relative to their response
7. Letter from Attorney to Town Al Roberts re: Barn Land Swap and our reply.
8. Letter re: Buffet for the Concert
REPORTS:
B.R.
K.D.
E.K.
T.F.
J.M.
H.J.M.
S.M.
D.R.
J.V.
R. .J.H.
OLD BUSINESS
Concert
Continued on reverse
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MINUTES
RECREATION COMMISSION
APRIL 18, 1991
NEXT MEETING MAY 9, 1991 AT SCHLATHAUS PARK
The regular meeting of the Town of Wappinger Recreation Commission
was held April 18, 1991 at Schlathaus Park, All Angels Hill Road, Town of Wappinger
Dutchess County, New York.
The meeting was called to order at 7:40 by Chairman Ralph J. Holt.
Others present were Recreation Director Bernie Reimer, Senior Citizens Director
Kathi DeLisa, Commission Members Joseph Mastroianni, Hugh J. Maurer, Stephen
Miller, Donald Rider, and Maintenance Supervisor John Vorndran. Mr. Fisher
arrived at 8:50 p.m.
The minutes of the March 14, 1991 meeting were approved on a
motion by Mr. Maurer seconded by Mr. Mastroianni with all in favor.
Mr. John Russo of the Town of Wappinger Soccer Club attended the
meeting to discuss field usage. Mr. Holt mentioned that he had spoken with Mr.
Glenn Scofield about the new area in Fishkill and was told that they had cut,
fertilized and seeded the area but there was still more to do on it. They have
planned to roll it soon and will be working on the parking area. Mr. Holt offered
this area to Mr. Russo for practice. Mr. Reimer will be in charge of designating
usage. Mr. Holt asked Mr. Rider if he would go down and stake out the fields.
Mr. Russo was also offered the use of Quiet Acres Field on Tuesdays and Thursdays
after we have had a chance to do some work there i.e. fill in the holes and
roll it.
CORRESPONDENCE
An invitation was received from the Town of Wappinger Little League
to attend their Opening Day Ceremonies on Saturday, April 20th at 9:00 a.m. at
the Robinson Lane Recreation Area.
A letter was received from the Town of Wappinger Little League
to place a small number of Port-a-Johns throughout the Robinson Lane complex
for Opening Day. A letter had been forwarded to them stating that we did not
have any additional funds in this years budget for this but that we would take
this request under consideration when preparing our 1992 budget.
A letter was received from the Hughsonville Fire District granting
us permission to hold our program at their site from June 24th to August 16th.
However, they mentioned that they would be holding a bazaar on the grounds from
July 28th to August 4th and therefore we would not be able to use the facilities
during that time. Mr. Reimer mentioned that he would try and schedule them to
go swimming then or possibly transport them to Castle Point during that week.
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April 18, 1991
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A letter was received from Dynamark Security Centers with a 1 year
Parts and Service Warranty for $198.00. There was a discussion on what exactly
it covered - batteries etc. and whether we could consolidate all of our systems
under 1 contract. It was suggested that we write to get more information before
a decision is made.
A copy of a letter addressed to Mr. Levenson regarding Lands of Noto
Subdivision on Ketchamtown Road was given to us for our response. In his letter
Mr. Dromber stated that the recreation fee is $900.00 per lot or $11,700.00 but
that he was proposing a compensation of $15,000.00 After a discussion, it was
decided that we stay with our original position of taking land but at this point
no decision has been made with what we could do with it. At some point we are
hoping that we might be able to acquire adjacent land and then possibly move the
Hughsonville Playground to that site.
A letter was received from Attorney to the Town Al Roberts regarding
the "land swap" with the adjoining property owner on Montfort Road. Because this is a
land dedication it takes special legislation which must be done by May 13th if it
is to be done this year. Mr. Roberts requested any information that we have
regarding this matter and copies of any resolutions from previous administrations.
This letter was answered on April 3rd and all information we had was forwarded to
Mr. Roberts.
A letter was received from "The Champagne Chef" Mike Franco outlining
a proposed menu for the after concert snack buffet on May 3rd after the West Point
Band Concert. After reviewing the letter it was decided to go ahead with this
proposal at $7.50 per person estimating approximately 100 guests.
DIRECTORS REPORT
Mr. Reimer reported on the following:
1. A call was received from a player on the Men's Softball League
who was concerned that the left field line on the new field was too short. They
were concerned that they could hit the ballacross to the top field. It was decided
that we could take some old fencing that we have stored at the barn and put it
somewhere on the top of the hill to keep the balls from rolling out on the field.
We will also put a couple sets of bleachers at Castle Point - one at each field.
2. The Summer Staff is finally set except for possibly 1 more swim
instructor. A complete list will be available at next months meeting. Amy Slacin
will be returning as Summer Director.
3. Mr. Reimer has spoken with Deer Hill regarding the swim contract
and was told it will be sent soon. The mechanics of the program will be similiar
to last years but it will be more structured and limited to kids who cannot swim
so we can cut down on the numbers going in order to give more guality instruction.
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April 18, 1991
4. He has looked into the Summer Conference and found it is exactly
the same as last year. Since 20 of the 27 staff are returning Mr. Reimer
recommended that we not attend as it would be a waste of money. He felt that
we should hold the sessions with Sloper and the Child Abuse program. Mr. Reimer
mentioned that he has been trying to get in touch with Rich Rose to see about
setting up something for Dutchess County.
5.
be going well.
for changing.
Mr. Reimer has spoken with West Point and everything seems to
They have requested 55 chairs on stage and a hallway and classroom
Mr. Reimer has spoken with Mr. Rottcamp about this.
As far as the program is concerned, Mr. Reimer was told that it
is up to the sponsoring organization if they want to prepare a program or not.
They will send a list of the numbers that they will be playing and we can do
what we want with it. It was decided that we would prepare one. Some suggestions
for the program were to list the Summer Concert Schedule, Recreation and Senior
Citizen Phone Numbers and list of the Recreation Members.
Mr. Maurer questioned about the amount of publicity and the fact
that it wasn't on the board at Schlathaus until yesterday (April 17th). He felt
that we should do our own programs before we do the schools and any other organizations.
Mr. Reimer said that he felt that a concentrated effort for 3 weeks prior to the
concert would be sufficient for that avenue of publicity. Ads are in as discussed
at the March meeting and it has been in his column every week since the middle of
March. Other than the Southern Dutchess News, publicity information has been sent
to Channel 6 News, Community Bulletin Board, Poughkeepsie Journal, radio stations
WBNR, WSPK, WKIP, WRNQ and fliers have been distrubuted in the schools and various
other locations i.e. Town Hall, Shop Rite etc. Mrs. Delisa said she would take some
to distribute. Other suggestions given for publicity was the Pennysaver, and the
Hudson Valley News. It was discussed about having a press release or something
on the front page of the Southern Dutchess News. Mr. Maurer volunteered to speak
with Bill Parsons about this.
Refreshments will be served by one of the school groups. Mr
Miller said he would check and see who will be doing this.
at the door.
The Senior Citizens have made 1,122 yellow bows to be given out
Between 7 and 10 Veterans from Castle Point will be attending.
Reserved seats will be held for Town Board Members and guests and
for some of the Senior Citizens and Castle Point guests.
West Point suggests that doors open at 7:30 p.m.
from Ketcham.
Mr. Reimer mentioned that we will have to pay a lighting technician
Mr. Holt mentioned that he would contact the New Hackensack Fire
Co, to see if we could obtain a large flag to us as a back drop for the evening.
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April 18, 1991
SENIOR CITIZEN DIRECTOR REPORT
Mrs. Delisa handed out a report on the activities at the Senior
Center which are attached to these minutes. Some other items that were discussed
are as follows:
Norwalk.
1. A trip is scheduled for May 22nd to the Maritime Center in
2. The oil painting class has increased from 2 to 5 participants.
3. Mrs. Delisa has been meeting with Sylvia Epstein from the Jr.
High on a plan to integrate school students with the Seniors to find a common
goal or project that both the student and senior can work together on. For the
month of May four art students will be brought to the Center by the Parent
volunteers and they will work with the Seniors painting. If this is positive,
we will try other ideas with craft fund raisers etc. Mr. Mastroianni mentioned
that this type of program was mentioned at the New York State Parks and Recreation
Conference that he had attended at the Nevelle in Ellenville.
4. The Heart Association was in during the month of March for a
presentation and they mentioned that they were looking for sites for blood
pressure screening. Mrs. Delisa thought that it might be a good idea to
recommend the Town Hall as a site and thereby fill a need for the Seniors.
Everyone thought it was a great idea and Mrs. Delisa said that she would follow
up on this and get more information. A suggestion was made to dO it at the
Wappinger Community Day.
5.
husband or wife
for the mate to
things together
Mrs. Delisa mentioned that she has had several calls where the
is a senior and the mate is not. She asked if it would be okay
join the center. The Commission felt that couples like to do
and we saw no problem with this.
6. Several Seniors have asked if they would be having an I.8.M.
Picnic again this year. Mrs. Delisa asked if anyone knew anything about this and
no one did. Mr. Mastroianni was familiar with the one that the Rotary had but
not I.8.M. We will have to check on this further.
7. Mrs. Delisa asked if there would be any problem to remove some
of the furniture from the Senior room and take it to Schlathaus for a trial. The
room seems to be crowded and most people sit at the tables so it was decided that
we remove one loveseat and see what happens.
8. Can the center as a membership take trips - ones that they pay
for themselves? There was a discussion regarding liability if they go under the
Town name with Mrs. Delisa as Director. It was decided that if they do take a
trip under the Town auspices they will have to go by Town guide lines and rules
and must stick with only Town of Wappinger residents.. If they want to take
Mrs. Delisa as a guest they are independent of the Town and can do what they want.
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April 18, 1991
Mrs. DeLisa brought in an updated list of the bus trip rules.
After reviewing these rules, they were approved. A copy will be posted in
the Senior Center and a copy will be sent to Mrs. Nixon who takes care of the
trips for us.
ROBINSON LANE/LITTLE LEAGUE
Mr. Miller reported the following:
1. Little League opens on Saturday.
2. The fences are up around R-3 and R-4.
today.
3. The new building is up and they poured the concrete floor
(4/18)
4. The fence is up by the girls field.
possible.
this.
Mr. Holt mentioned that we have to start lining fields as soon as
Hopefully we will be able to start on Monday. Mr. Miller will check on
Mr. Holt mentioned that we were planning on putting flowers aroun d
the flag pole but Gary Mensching, President of Little League called and said that
someone in Little League has a nursery and is doing the flowers.
Mrs. DeLisa has repainted the sign for Holt Field and it looks great.
Mr. Miller questioned about the removal of the old truck bodies now
that the new building is completed--whose responsibility it was? Since they belong
to Little League it would be their responsibility for their removal but it was
noted that possibly we could use one at Castle Point for storage of the lining
material and the Summer Playground equipment. Mr. Miller said that he would speak
with Mr. Mensching about this.
It was suggested that "No Parking" signs be placed at the entrance
to Robinson Lane.
Mr. Holt mentioned that the painting of the buildings at this site
is on hold because of the measles outbreak at the prison.
CONFERENCE
Mr. Mastroianni attended the conference in Ellenville for one day
and he said it was good but he really didn't have enough time to do all he
wanted. He brought back materials for Mrs. DeLisa and Mr. Reimer to look over.
He mentioned that one program "Teaching Old Dogs New Tricks" was very interesting.
They talked about teaching the seniors to use VCR's for programs and to also
work on Personal Computers and Nintendos for games such as Jeopardy, Wheel of
Fortune etc.
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April 18, 1991
MEETING PROCEDURES
Mr. Maurer mentiefled~tl'1af'ne'felt that any capital improvement
expenditure or recommendation for an appointment to the Commission should come
before the board for 2 regular meetings prior to a vote being taken. After a
lengthy discussion regarding the timing of various proposals, the following
procedures were adopted:
The proposal for any purchase of an item over $10,000. or the
construction of any building should be brought before the Commission at Two (2)
regular meetings before a vote is taken for such an expenditure. If any
Commission Member is absent at the first meeting when such a proposal is introduced
the Secretary will send that member a notice of that proposal and the notice will
be held as his/her first notice.
When a vacancy on the Recreation Commission becomes available, the
person's name wishing to be appointed should be submitted to the Recreation
Commission at two (2) meetings prior to a vote and a recommendation being sent to
the Town Board. If all members are present and if the resumes had been distributed
prior to the meeting action may be taken at the 1st meeting.
TENNIS COURTS
Mr. Rider mentioned that one of the nets was down on the courts. Mr.
Vorndran said that the kids loosen them to play hockey. It was suggested that we
put up signs - "No hockey or roller skating" so maybe the police will help us
keep the kids off the court. The Secretary will check on the current signs and if
they don't specify "no hockey or roller skating" signs so indicating will be ordered.
MARTZ FIELD
Mr. Holt mentioned that the bigger boys are playing ball on Martz
Field and are hitting the trailers and cars in the trailer park. The Secretary
is ordering signs to be placed on the ballfield fence. "Ballfield for Use of
Town of Wappinger Little League and Children 13 years and under."
ROCKINGHAM FIELD
Mr. Rider mentioned that all but 10% of the soccer people stayed
off the fields after they were seeded and fertilized,and he noted that softball
players were on the field Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday nights. We have to
assume through this that both clubs don't have 100% control of their people and
maybe the next time we have to close off an area, we should post it.
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April 18, 1991
The new "No Parking" signs are up along the entrance road.
Mr. Vorndran asked if there was any way that soccer could change
around the fields so the same spots aren't continually being used. Mr. Rider
said that it wasn't possible.
Mr. Vorndran mentioned that he had put special locks on the gate
at Rockingham and the only keys were his own and four keys given to the Water
Co. Now it seems that everyone has a key as the gate is continually left open.
We have to keep the gate closed to keep people from driving over the fields and
ruining them. Once we get a rut in the field it is hard to get them out. It was
suggested that Mr. Rider go back to soccer and tell them that after a lengthy
discussion that we didn't solve the problem regarding the locks at Rockingham
but that we could open the gate in the morning but we have a problem in seeing
that it gets closed in the eveing. We would welcome any suggestions that they
might have in this matter. Another suggestion was to see if the Town Patrol
could lock the gates.
TRIPS
Mr. Rider asked about bus trips to sporting events such as semi-pro
soccer in May. Mr. Rider would check into the prices for buses and Mrs. Roe will
check to see if there are any bus rules and regulations other than the Senior
Rules.
CASTLE POINT
Mr. Holt mentioned that the Highway department has helped clean out
the scrub trees and brush on the left side as you enter the Park.
We still have to put the floor in the building at Castle POint.
The backstop was suppose to be put up at the new field but weather
might have delayed this.
SCHLATHAUS
Mr. Holt met with Mr. Paggi regarding the septic at the above. Mr.
Paggi will work up a plan for maximum use and get it to us within the next couple
of weeks.
BUYOKOWSKI PROPERTY - Route 376
Mr. Holt mentioned that he had spoken to Mr. Levenson regarding the
above to see if we could get the deed for the property. Mr. Levenson called
Mr. Buyokowski and they are going to see if they could get the lawyers proceeding
on this transfer.
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April 18, 1991
GAZEBO FOR TOWN HALL
Mr. Holt mentioned that Mrs. Smith had called him regarding the
placement of a gazebo at Town Hall for the Seniors and workers. An estimated
cost of $4,400. for a 14ft. gazebo was obtained a while ago from East Fishkill
Railroad Tie Co. Mrs. Smith also mentioned that the Rotary was making a donation
to the Village and suggested that we write a letter for a possible donation toward
the gazebo. Before we write the letter Mr. Vorndran will check with Mr. Balducci
of East Fishkill Railroad Tie regarding the cost.
Mr. ~rndran mentioned that Harold Smith can no longer work for us
because of health reasons but Lee Cornell might be able to work Part Time.
The new flagpole is up at the barn.
The Conservation Advisory Council will be using Schlathaus Park to
distribute tree seedlings on Saturday at 10:00 a.m.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:15 on a motion by Mr. Maurer
seconded by Mr. Rider.
Peggy Roe
Secretary
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APRIL 1991 REPORT TO RECREATION COMMISSION
SENIOR CITIZEN CENTER
March came in like a lion at the Senior Citizen Center. On
3/6 Attorney Diane O'Leary gave a speech on Living W~lls and
Health Proxy. Helen and Angelo Ianuale were married on 3/3
and a reception was held in their honor at the Town Hall on
3/8. Metzgers Meat Market donated a deli tray, Trim-A-Cake
donated the wedding 9ake, and Fernwood Florist don~ted
flowers. Father Charles Quinn performed the service. News
Center 6, Southern Dutchess News and The Poughkeepsie
Journal all covered this event. (Copies of news articles
attached). The Seniors and Town Hall employees contributed
to the celebration making this a successful event. On 3/14,
51 Seniors enjoyed an Easter luncheon at The Ramada Inn. On
3/15, Karen MacLeod's 4th grade chorus came to sing for the
Seniors. Seniors brought in cookies for the children and we
served everyone punch and cookies at the end of the
performance. Both the children and Seniors enjoyed the
experience. We hope to do this again. The Heart Assoc.
sent a representative to speak on the risks of heart disease
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on 3/21. This was followed by a blood pressure soreening.
The monthly birthday party was held on 3/28. EachlMarch
birthday member received a coffee mug as a gift.
Besides all these events, the Seniors continued the
regular schedule of oil painting,arts/crafts and exercise.
Line dancing classes began on 3/22 and is now offered each
Friday from 10-11 A.M. A member made a floral basket to be
raffled for Easter. Crafts continued flags, and made small
baskets using plastic canvas and yarn and bunny pompoms.
This was a very busy and active month!
There was an average of 30 seniors at the Center per day
for the month of March. There are 90 seniors presently
registered at the Center.
ITEMS TO BE NOTED:
1. April events include bus trip to Elmsford Dinner Theater
on the 3rd, a lecture by Sal Patricola of Hospice
Caregivers on the 4th and a information on the Share
Program for Seniors on the 11th.
2. In May, Violet Dunckley will speak on her new book and
discuss issues of interest to Seniors. Also in May,
Stephanie Mallozzi from the Horticulture Dept. of
Dutchess Co. Cooperative Extension in Millbrook fill
discuss home gardening and lawn care.
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3. A notice was placed in the Southern Dutchess News
announcing the May 22nd trip to the Maritime Center in
Norwalk.
4. There are now 5 members participating in oil painting.
5. The Seniors have crocheted 1000 yellow bows with red,
white and blue ribbon attached, for the May 3rd concert.
6. I have been meeting with Sylvia Epstein from Wappinger
Jr. High School on a plan to integrate school students
with the Seniors. Our object is to find a common goal
or project that both student and senior can work on
together as well as to give them the opportunity to
interact with each other.
7. Thank you for the 3 filing cabinets-they are great!
8. I asked those interested in gardening to sign up for it.
No one has, so this will be put on hold.
ISSUES TO BE ADDRESSED
1~ The Heart Assoc. mentioned they were looking for a site
to give blood pressure screenings. The Seniors would
like to have more screenings. I would like to approach
the Heart Assoc. and suggest they use the Town Hall for
their site. This would provide them with the site and
fill the need for the Seniors. ????
2. If a husband or wife is a senior but the mate is not,
may the mate join the center? I have had 2 calls on
this.
3. May I suggest that rules for Wappinger Senior bus trips
be reviewed, written and posted at the Center and a copy
sent to Helen Nixon to avoid further problems.
4. We have an excess of furniture in the Senior room. One
or two of these pieces could be moved to Schlauthaus?
5. The Senior room needs painted.
6. RE: May 3rd concert, the Seniors did a lot of work on
the ribbons for the concert. Press coverage on this
would be appreciated. I will mention this in may column
as well. Can seats be reserved for Seniors?
7. Several Seniors have asked if we would have the IBM
picnic this year as in the past? Does anybody know
about this? How do I find out about it?
8. Are trips for center members permitted? If so, what are
the guidelines for this?
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TOWN OF WAPPINGER
RECREATION COMMISSION
MILL STREET
WAPPINGERS FALLS. N. Y. 12!590
April, 1983
To Whom It May Concern
The Town of Wappinger Recreation Commission sponsors free bus
trips when funds are available for its senior citizens with the
following conditions:
1. The trip is open to any resident of the Town of
Wappinger.
2. The resident must be 60 years of age or older.
3. The resident/participant shall not be required to
pay any fee towards the cost of the bus ride.
4. When a trip is organized by a senior group, non-
members will have the same opportunity to participate
as members.
5. A reservation secretary designated for a trip will
be responsible to see that the above conditions are
met and that a trip report is given to the Recreation
Commission.
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PROGRAMINSTRUcnON
rne purpose of this Program Instructi on is to provi de i nfonnati on about bus tri prg-
quirements for State Aid eligibility.
Under the State. Sen; or Recreati en ?rogram, a bus tri pis defi ned as a day tri 0 '",hi en
includes a destination activity such as a boatride. museum visit. movie, historic
site tour, park visit, concert, etc. Since a day trip includes a destination activi-
ty, the cost of both the bus and destination activity are municipal expenditurgs eli-
gible for State Aid reimbur-sement .up to the amount specified by law.
Please note senior residents of the funding municipality cannot be requirgd to pay a
fee for the destination activity or the bus when municipal funds are used. Non-resi-
dents may be rgquired to pay a ree if so determined by the funding municipaiity. ~he
fee cannot be more than the actual cost of the bus and destination activity. rees
charged ncn-residents must be iJaid to the municipality funding the trip.
State Aid cannot be orovided for food costs incurred on a bus trio or when the ournose
of the municipal bus' trio is to dine out. A bus trip or this type is selective and
thus ineligible for State Aid reimbursement because it is only available to those sen-
iors who can afford the cost of the dining activity. We point out that under'State
law, sentors who are poor are still entitled to the same ~unicipally supported oppor-
tunities afforded all other seniors. Bus trips which are supported with municipal
funds must be designed so that all seniors, including those with limited incomes, have
equal opportunity to participate.
Senior groups and other organizations should be awa~ that when organizing a municioai-
1y funded bus trip, the availability of the trip must be made known to the municipal-
ity's senior residents. Seniors living in the community must be afforded an equal and
reasonable opportunity to sign up ror the trip. Special consideration must also be
given to locating affordable food stops ~nroute to or from any destination activity.
In order to encourage participation by low income 3eniors as well as those with diet-
arJ restrictions, the ootion to bring a brown-bag lunch along should be afforded all
parti ci pants.
A municipally funded bus trip is a community event which can expand horizons and rg-
frgsh the spirit. For low income seniors, a munic'ipally funded bus trip may afford
the only opportunity to go outside the community. We encourage municipalities and
senior groups coordinating municipally funded activities to continue to do their part
to promote rgsponsible community bus trips.
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By Alan Mangelsdorf center located in the town hall, over a
Staff writer year ago. Angelo had come to the town
WAPPINGER - On Friday, March h,all to pay his taxes, when he saw the /
8, the town hall was the site of one of sign on the door which read, "Senior .'
'the most publicized weddings in the Citizen Center."
history of the' town. Helen invited him in for coff'ee and
Angelo lanuale, 77, and Helen Angelo joined the center. The 'next
, Badami, 74, repeated wedding vows in afternoon, Angelo invited her to the
front of roughly 70 friends and town movies to see "Steel Magnolias".
employees. The two were officially Helen is a retired hairdresser, and
married Sunday, March 3 at St. Mary's was the manager at Tony's Beauty"
, Church in Fishkill. , Shop in Wappinger. Angelo is a retired
What was originally planned as a manager from A & P, where he work-
small ring ceremony with refreshments, ed for 30 years.
quickly expanded into an affair with Father Charles Quinn, who had per-
full buffet, wedding cake, balloons', formed the service at St. Mary's, led
decorations and extensive media the ceremony at the town hall.
coverage. Badami was dressed in a pink lace
In addition to the Southern Dutchess dress and lanuale wore a blue suit. The
News, the event was covered by the two repeated their vows beneath a pink
Poughkeepsie Journaland Newscenter ' and white archway, made from ballons
6. The cable news channel broadcast by Balloons-A-Poppin.
, the wedding on their evening broadcast When asked about a honeymoon,
that night. the couple said they had no plans at the
Town Supervisor Connie Smith said present. "We have too many other
that town employees had taken a col- things to worry about," the couple
- lection to pay for some of the items. said.
Word spread quickly, and local mer-' The two, made their way around the
chants donated items to the reception., room as fnends congratulated the cou-
Trim-A-Cake donated the wedding' pie. lan~ale,~aid, "She's a wonderful
cake, Fernwood Floral Designs' compamon.
donated flowers and Metzger's Meat Badami said, "It's really a great,
Market donated. a deli tray. wonderful thrill. He does everytbing
The couple met at the senior citizens, for me."
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with fellow seniors
By BRIAN STUART
Joumal staff
, W APPINGERS FALLS - It was more
than ,a year ago when Angelo lanuale, 77,
stopped by the town hall to pay his taxes,
peeked into the Senior Citizens Center down
the hall and caught the attention of Helen
BadamL
Badami invited him home for coffee, the
relationship bloomed al1d on Friday the two
celebrated their wedding before a crowd of
65 in the Wappinger town hall meeting room.
"We seem to mesh. We get along wonder-
fully and I love her family very much," said
lanuale, a retired A&P dairy manager and
widower.
Badami, 74, squeezed her arm around her
new husband and smiled. "He's worth his
weight in gold," she said. Badami, a widow,
is a retired hairdresser.
The COuple was officially married Sunday
it Sl Mary's Church in Fishkill. But not all
)f their senior citizen friends could make the
ovedding. So the two repeated the event in the
;own halL
Fatber Charles Quinn led the ceremony,
Ipd Minnie Byrne, a mutual friend, sang "I'll
3e Loving You" at the r~uest of town Super-
"If I didn't pay my taxes I
never would have met her. "
- Angelo lanuale
visor Connie Smith. Some town ball workers
also attended the short ceremony.
Smith reCalled the day the couple met and
sparked a friendship. "They've been an item
ever since, "she said.
Badami wore a pink lace dress and la-
nuale wore a blue suit as they repeated their
vows under a pink and white balloon arch-
way~ Later, the crowd enjoyed a buffet com-
plete with Wedding cake.
The couple said they have no immediate
plans for a honeymoon, but may decide to
take a trip later.
"I think it's beautiful," Byrne said of her
friends' decision to marry.
lanuale smiled and as friends approached
to congratulate him and his new wife. "If I
didn't pay my taxes I Dever would have met
her'''hesaid.;: r j - 3Iij/~ I '
For the Joumall8ri... 8tuert
Newly-married Angelo lanuale and Helen Badami shared their happiness with friends
from th~ $enior Citizens Center in Wappingers Falls. .._
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Editorial
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: . .ToWalter H. Annenberg, the former U.S. ambassador'
, in~London and media giant, and his wife, Leonore, a former
, 'White HOl,ISe protocol chief, for, bequeathing their , ,
,extraordinary $1 billion art collection to 'New York's,
, Metropolitan Museum of Art. The 55 paintings and ,
,l \,,:atercolors, which include masterpieces by van Gogh,
, J5egas, Renoir, Monet and Gauguin, have been beloved by
'. WalterAnnenberg who considers them "members of my
family." He turned down.a $1 billion offer for them by a ,,"
Japanese organization. A tour of the paintings will co~clude "
'at'theMetropolitanfrom June 4 through Oct. 13. The '
Arinen~~gs' generosity means that, ultimately, these, ,
.wonders of, the art world will be available for anyone to see.
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.: . To'Martha S. Miller who recently retired as executive
director of the Dutchess Interfaith Council, an ecumenical
~hurch group representing Christians and Jews of all ,
~enominations. Miller, who had been with the organization " :
since its founding in 1972, will be honored at a dinner March,',
'23 at the Hellenic Center in Poughkeepsie. She deserves it. :,'
'tier leadership prompted the organization to help many
:p.eople1in need, from boat people escaping Vietnam to, local'
migrant'workers to the hu~gry. The council's past president. .' ,
Nancy;Higgins had it right when she said Miller showed
.~commitment and dedication that knew no bounds.'" "I
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'::. To Mike'Colucciof East Fishkill who has helped give,
:wpport to families with relatives who served in Operation
" 'Desert Storm'in the Persian Gulf. Colucci arranged for the
, Southern Dutchess Support Group, a gathering of military
, .."'" eLrel!ularlvattheJoeDiMa.ui9Lod eof
APRIL
1991
TOWN OF WAPPINGERS SENIOR CITIZEN CENTER: OPEN 10:00A.M.-3:00P.M.
20 Middlebush Rd. Wappingers Falls, N.Y. 12590 Phone:297-3670
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IBIRTHDAY WISHES. TO: IMary Salansky----April 3 I
I' ICorine Houghtaling II 16 I
10-Noon:Painting I IJosephine Cuccia II 17 I
10-Noon: arts/crafts I Louise Inzeo- II 26 I
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BIllS PAID DURING APRIL 1991
A-1620.4 CENTRAL HUDSON GAS & ELECTRIC
Spook Hill Account # 7810-1572-02 1/22 - 3/22
Tennis Courts Acct. #7690-0425-00 2/11 - 3/20
Myers & All Angels Acct. # 7802-1962-00 1/24 - 3/22
Stage - Acct. # 7802-1960-00 1/24 - 3/22
long Court - Acct. #7851-1550-00 1/28 - 3/27
$ 12.37
24.57
12.37
12.37
12.37
A-1620.41 NEW YORK TELEPHONE COMPANY
Schlathaus - 297-4752 4/4 - 5/3
Barn - 297-3692 4/4 - 5/3
Quiet Acres - 297-7780 4/4 - 5/3
Martz Field - 297-9928 4/4 - 5/3
Spook Hill - 297-9861 4/4 - 5/3
26.06
37.27
4.21
4.21
5.43
A-7620.4 SENIOR CITIZEN ACCOUNTS
K-Mart 23.11
Hobby Hut 48.90
Jamesway 18.10
Roberts Boice 33.10
Coffee Systems of Hudson Valley, Inc. 36.00
Poughkeepsie Journal 24.30
Kathi Delisa 21. 55
Kathi Delisa 14.34
Kathi Delisa 50.46
Radio Shack 31.11
A-7110.2 RECREATION EQUIPMENT
Sporty's 179.75
A-7110A RECREATION CONTRACTUAL
Dynawatch 240.00
East Fishkill Railroad Tie Co. 7.80
Crop Production Corp. 531.78
Crop Production Corp. 507.49
John Ossenkop 425.00
Expanded Supply Products 96.00
Urey Hardware 33.44
Chris Bar Electric, Inc. 52.50
A-l Portable Toilets 95.00
A-l Portable Toilets 95.00
A-l Portable Toilets 95.00
B. & D. Excavating 1,250.00
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A-7110.4 Bry Dain lumber
Milton Alley Agway
Kathi Delisa
Dan Zag Royal Auto Parts
John Vorndran
Hutchinson's Equipment
Dan Zag Royal Auto Parts
Ralph J. Holt
Bottini Fuel
364.00
187.85
22.91
44.66
59.75
35.50
33.12
72 . 49
301.95
A-7140.4 CONTRACTUAL EXPENSES
H. B. Machines
Roberts Boice Paper Co.
Roberts Boice Paper Co.
83.30
47.00
38.60
B-7310.4 CONTRACTUAL EXPENSES
leprechaun Lines
Hobby Hut
403.00
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