1994-03-15
AGENDA
RECREATION COMMISSON MEETING
MARCH 15, 1994
CALL MEETING TO ORDER
PRESENT:
APPROVE MINUTES - NONE
CORRESPONDENCE
1. Letter from Wappiner Mens Softball League request for use of Castle Point
2. Letter requsting employment
3. Memo from Supervisor Smith re: CAC meetings
4. Menu proposal for West Point Band April 15.
REPORTS
K.D.
B.R.
J.E.
R.F.
B.G.
E.K.
S.M.
D.R.
R.J.H.
OLD BUSINESS
- Fee Schedule for programs and Summer programs
NEW BUSINESS
MEETING ADJOURNED
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RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES
MARCH 15, 1994 MEETING
NEXT MEETING APRIL 12, 1994 AT SCHlATHAUS PARK AT 7:30 P.M.
The regular meeting of the Town of Wappinger Recreation Commission
was held March 15, 1994 at Schlathaus Park, All Angels Hill Road, Town of Wappinger,
Dutchess County, New York.
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Chairman Ralph J.
Holt. Others present were Kathi Delisa, Senior Citizen Director, Bernie Reimer,
Recreation Director, Commission Members Joseph Ennesser, Barbar~ Gutzler, and
Donald Rider.
CORRESPONDENCE
A letter was received from Bob Drennan of the Wappinger Men's Modified
Softball league requesting use of the Castle Point fields for the 1994 season.
They would require the fields Monday, Tuesday and Thursdays plus 1 field on Friday
starting April 25th. A check for $150. for the field use was also enclosed.
A letter was received from a Michael Poetzsch for a position in recreation.
A reply will be sent that we do not have any positions available.
A memo was received from Supervisor Smith requesting that we open
Schlathaus on the 3rd Wednesday of each month starting March 16th by 7:00 p.m.
for the C.A.C. meetings. The new Chairman is Laurence Murphy and his phone number
is 462-8206.
We received a menu proposal from C. & J. Catering for the West Point
concert. Items suggested were Hot- Fried chicken, meatballs, italian lasagne,
and sliced virginia ham. Salads - Pasta Primavera, tossed salad and potato salad.
Finger Foods - seafood dip, potato skins, quiche and pigs in the blanket., Bread
and butter and coffee and tea. It was suggested that we not get the 3 ft. hero.
SENIOR CITIZEN REPORT
Mrs. Delisa handed out a report of the Senior activities for the month
of February which is attached to these minutes.
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She also made note of the following:
1. There will be a cholesterol screening on April 13th in the large
meeting room. The screening will be done by Roche Biomedical labs and will cost
$20.00. Applications must be in by April 4th.
2. The water at the Senior Center is terrible and it is clogging
filter on the coffee machine. Both the coffee and the tea have a terrible
Mrs. Delisa brought this to the attention of the Town Custodian and Camo
to take a sample. He told Mrs. Delisa that the water was bacteria free
of the clorine but he would speak with Supervisor Smith about it.
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March 15, 1994
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DIRECTOR'S REPORT
Mr. Reimer reported the following:
The summer applications were due in today and out of a staff of 34
there are approximately 28 who want to return.
Amy Russell is again interested in returning as our Summer Director.
Mr. Reimer said that he thought she would be an asset to our program and that
she has many good ideas for improvement. It was approved that she again be
appointed Summer Director.
In light of the recent information received on safety, It was decided
that we would not have the CIT program. It was decided that they were not old
enough for direction.
Mr. Reimer has received 3 quotes for shirts - Anaconda, Print Plus,
and Viking. He brought in a shirt from Anaconda, an oversized x-tra heavy all
cotton shirt which looks to be the best. We need to order these as soon as possible.
We will purchase 72 shirts, 36 in white and 36 in navy.
The concert schedule was handed out and Mr. Reimer noted that a lot
of bands were turned away. He had many request to play at Schlathaus. If anyone
wants to hear something special, please let him know for next year.
The Radio City Easter show for March 31st is sold out and we have a
waiting list. Everything is all set. Mr. Reimer said that he will work on the
Christmas Show some time in June.
Publicity for the West Point Concert will go with an ad on April 6th
and a ~ress release on April 13th. Mr. Holt will take over the press release
to see what he can do to get it in the paper. Mr. Reimer has information ready to
go out to the radio stations and the Poughkeepsie Journal. Letters will be sent
to the Town Board members inviting them to the concert and asking them for con-
firmation so that we can reserve seats. It was suggested that we hire a Town
Patrol to help with the traffic control. Mr. Reimer will contact Bill Beale for
the lighting. Mrs. Roe will see about doing a flier.
Mr. Reimer mentioned that he put in for extensions for the winter
programs because of all the weather cancellations that we have had. Mrs. Roe
said that Myers has called and that school is now open on March 29th for snow
make up days and if we want to go with our program that night it is okay. It was
suggested that we do both March 29th and April 26th. Mr. Reimer mentioned that
he verbally received approval for the extension for Sheafe Road school.
broken.
fixed.
The boards at Schlathaus need repairs. The plastic tracks are
We will have maintenance take a look at them to see if they can be
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There was a discussion about moving Mrs. Wilday to Hughsonville
Playground from Mart~ Field. Mr. Reimer will discuss thds with her.
Mr. Holt mentioned that there has been a problem with a Little League
team using Castle POint a couple of evenings last season when we knew it was not
being used by softball. Therefore, it was decided that once softball is at Castle
Point, it is for their use and until that time we will be working on the fields.
There was also a question about LIttle League usdng~ Quiet Acres and Mr. Provost
said that he was told that he couldn't use that field. Mr. Holt said that because
of the weather problems, if we can fit Little League in at Quiet Acres between the
softball schedule that we should. He also noted that the Village has given Vets
Field to Little League for their usage.
SAFETY
Mr. Ennesser mentioned that he spoke with Paul Labieniec of Miracle
Recreation about looking at the safety aspects of our playground equipment. He has
set up a meeting with either Paul or his son Ed at the Recreation Conference in
April. Hopefully, by then we will have folders set up for each playground and
as each piece of equipment is inspected it will be initialed by the person doing
the inspection. The biggest thing for safety is the installation of the pea
gravel around each piece of equipment. Mr. Ennesser was asked to attend the
counselor training session to discuss safety aspects with them.
COUNTY INFORMATION
Miss Gutzler mentioned that at the meeting in April, that the Legislature
will be establishing a Parks, Recreation and Conservation Board. It will consist
of approximately 7 members of which 4 will be appointed by the County Executive and
3 by the Legislature. If anyone knows of anyone who might be interested, let her
know. It is a non paying position.
She also mentioned that it has been suggested to her that the County
but in a marina at Bowdoin Park.
SOCCER
Mr. Rider mentioned that as of now opening day for soccer is scheduled
for April 9th. He also asked about the 4th field at Airport Park but again it
is too wet to do anything. He suggested that when we do work on that field that
the field be domed. Money for the fencing work at Airport Park is encumbered and
as soon as the weather permits we will get that work done.
CHAIRMAN'S REPORT
Mr. Holt is still working with Supervisor Smith to resolve the problem
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of the maintenance people working only 17 1/2 hours a week. We just can't
imagine how we will be able to get everything accomplished in that amount of time
with the staff that we have. We would have to hire additional workers.
Al Weston, who previously worked for us in our maintenance area,
died suddenly on March 4th.
Thursday.
The doors to the new building are scheduled to be installed this
for land.
A letter was sent to the Planning Board on the Metzger property asking
Little League has called and will donate $1,500. toward the new clay
for 2 fields. We don't know when we will be able to put down the clay because
the ground is too wet for the trucks to come in. In all probability, we might
have to wait until the season is over. We might be able to do it the very end
of May the beginning of June but we will have to check the ground to make a deter-
mination. It is estimated that it would take us 2 days to do the 4 fields.
We would like to give some consideration to changing the locks at
some sites and to do away with the key 2126. It seems as though everyone has that
key. We would like to change the lock at the store at Robinson Lane and all of
the gate locks. It is time to take steps to fix the vulnerable areas. Maybe
it would be possible to go thru a locksmith and get a special lock. We will look
into this.
FEES
A discussion took place regarding the fees charged for the various
recreation programs. It was felt that no one program should bear the brunt of
the other programs. A motion was made by Miss Gutzler, seconded by Mr. Ennesser
that the fees for all programs with the exception of golf be $15.00 for the 1st
family member and $10.00 for each additional person. Golf will be $20. per person
and we will discontinue the late fee. A letter will go to the Town Board stating
these changes and requesting approval.
A question was brought up regarding the fees and where the funds go
to the General Fund or to help reduce our recreation budget.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:35 on a motion by Miss Gutzler seconded
by Mr. Ennesser.
Peggy Roe
Secretary
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BILLS PAID DURING MARCH 1994
A-1620.41
SYLVAN LAKE TELEPHONE CO.
Robinson Lane
227-9434
10.35
NEW YORK TELEPHONE CO.
2/4/94
to
3/3/94
4.31
5.51
4.31
25.26
29.20
2/4/94 - 3/3/94
Martz Field
Spook Hill
Quiet Acres
Schlathaus Park
Barn - Montfort Road
297-9928
297-9861
297-7780
297-4752
297-3692
A-1620.40 CENTRAL HUDSON GAS & ELECTRIC
Regency Drive #7902-1435-00 43.83
Myers Corners #7802-1962-00 63.93
Schlathaus Park #7808-0400-01 68.82
All Angels Hill Rd. #7808-0390-00 86.51
Tennis Courts #7690-0425-00 19.73
A-7020.4 Park Maintenance & Ground Management 22.00
NYSRPS 200.00
A-7110.4 Bottini 222.40
Dan Zag-Royal Auto 61. 05
Lupac 86.10
A-7140.4 Canterbury Tours 450.00
A-7620.4 Time 30.94
Hobby Hut 31.43-
Petty Cash 77.94
Coffee Systems 38.50
Coffee Systems 36.00
Poughkeepsie Journal 27.30
Jamesway 102.56
Hobby Hut 89.97
Coffee Systems 38.50
Jamesway 47.15
A-1990.5 Nevele Country Club 150.00
NYSRPS 285.00
Encumbered Chelsea Door Co. 3,984.00
3/4/94
to
4/3/94
4.31
5.51
4.31
25.61
24.62
MARCH 1994 REPORT TO THE RECREATION COMMISSION
FOR THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY 1994
SENIOR CITIZEN CENTER
February activities at the Senior Citizen Center included
the regular schedule of arts/crafts, oil painting, exercise,
line dancing, videos and cards and games.
The seniors enjoyed their first video on Feb. 3 in the
new "theater." The folding door gave them a quiet "theater"
where they watched the movie and munched on popcorn.
On the 4th the seniors honored "no talk day." The rules
were no talking for 2 hours. Winners would get prizes.
Nineteen seniors won this contest but vowed never to enter
this contest again!
The seniors had a Valentine's Day party on the 14th with
pizza, soda and cake for dessert. Music for dancing was
provided in the "ballroom." On the 22nd we had a
President's Day Celebration. "Betsy Ross" and "Uncle Sam"
(Rose Pierce and Catherine Kondor from AARP) spoke on the
history of the American flag. After this great
presentation, everyone was served cherry pie and ice cream
in honor of George Washington.
Diana Weibrecht from the Office of the Aging was at the
Center on the 10th, blood pressure screening was provided on
the 15th by the Heart Assoc. Our birthday party was held on
the 25th (rescheduled from the 24th due to snow). The
presentation from NYNEX on ways to save $ on telephone
service was postponed to May because of a snow storm.
There is now a jigsaw puzzle set up in the "theater room"
for added entertainment.
The severe weather has caused attendance to be very
inconsistent. Several days brought only 4 or 5 seniors to
the Center. On good days there were 55 or more seniors at
the Center. There was an average of 25 seniors for
February.
There are 194 seniors registered at the Center and 109 on
the waiting list.
ITEMS TO BE NOTED:
1. The Heart Assoc. in conjunction with the Town of
Wappinger is sponsoring a cholesterol screening on April
13th in the large meeting room on the condition there are at
least 25 people registered for this screening.
2. On nice days, the Center has had a large attendance. On
March 2nd there were 70 seniors at the Center. Fortunately,
we have the space to accommodate more seniors. Many who
used to leave after exercise are pleased they now have a
place to sit at the Center giving them the opportunity to
enjoy the company of others and participate in the craft
project. The majority of the seniors do participate in the
craft projects. However, it is difficult for just one craft
person to teach this many seniors on a given day. I
continue to have a serious concern about adding new members
to our membership. I would like to resolve this problem as
soon as possible so as to continue a smooth and efficient
program that is very successful.
3. March activities include: a bowling party at Holiday
Hoebowl, a St. Patty's Day party, Easter Luncheon at
Hudson's Ribs and Fish and an Easter Egg Hunt and Bonnet
contest.
4. The Seniors have been invited to breakfast and
entertainment at the Fishkill Plains Elem. School on April
21st.
5. A Karoke machine would enhance our senior program. We
can do sing-a-longs and entertainment. Can we get one?
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1994
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20 Middlebush Rd., Wappingers Falls, NY. 12590 Phone:297-3670 Director: Kathi DeLisa
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By Kathi DeLisa, Director
MARCH 1994
Only 20 more days until spring!!! !SMILE! Hopefully, the
weather will be better than the first two months of 1994.
No more cabin fever! We have lots to do this month!
To start the month, by popular request, we will have a
bowling party at Holiday HoeBowl on Rt. 9, Wappingers, on
Fri. ,March 4 from 11: a.m to 2:p.m. In case of snow, the
snow date will be Fri., March 11 same time. The Fishkill
Senior Center will also be joining us, so you'll have a
chance to see some friends and make new ones. There will be
coffee and donuts on your arrival. A sl~ce of pizza and
soda will be served for lunch. The cost for bowling 2
games, (free shoes), and food is $3.00 for current dues
paying members. If you are not current with your dues or
are a new member (you must be a dues paying member for six
months) the cost is $6.00. You MUST SIGN UP WITH KATHI BY
MAR 1st if you would like to go. The Center will be closed
that day!
Blood Pressure screening will be on Wednesday the 9th
from 10: a.m to Noon. Please note the change of day. Blood
pressure screening has been moved to the second Wednesday of
each month so as to accommodate more seniors. On the 10th,
Diana from the Office of the Aging will be at the Center.
We will have a St. Patrick's Day celebration on March
17th. Don't forget to wear green that day! And our Easter
Luncheon will be held at Hudson's Ribs & Fish on the 24th.
There is a choice of stuffed sole with crab meat, lemon
chicken or sliced sirloin of beef with mushroom gravy. The
cost is $9.00 for current dues paying members. If you are
not current with your dues or are a new member, the cost
will be $17.00. The restaurant can only accommodate 60
people for this luncheon, so sign up with Kathi soon.
Reservations and money must be in by March 16th.
We will have our annual Easter Egg Hunt on Wed., March 30
after lunch. Eggs will be hidden outdoors if weather
permits. There will be prizes for the most eggs found, and
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other prizes too! There are still a few eggs we did not
find last year, somewhere out there! We will also have an
Easter bonnet contest. So get out your Easter bonnet with
all the frills upon it and join in the Easter Parade.
Prizes for the best!! Mark your calendars for this fun
day! ! ! !
Our monthly birthday party will be on March 25.
Remember, those with birthdays are asked to bring a cake for
the party. We will all help you celebrate!
Our much awaited trip list is now available. The first
trip is to Villa Baglieri on Wed. Mar. 16, for "A Great Day
for the Irish" show and luncheon. Reservations must be made
and paid for by Mar. 1. See Kathi or Peggy in Recreation.
The second trip of the year is to Mt. Haven, Milford, Pa. on
April 19 for an Italian Fest. Reservations must be in and
paid for by March 17. See Kathi for reservations. As many
of you know, we have changed our policy on trip
reservations. The cost of the luncheon and entertainment
must be paid at the time you make your reservations.
Some upcoming events! On Wed. April 13, the Heart Assoc.
is sponsoring a cholesterol screening. beginning at 9: a.m.
at Town Hall. The screening will be done by Roche
Biomedical Laboratories. The cost is $20.00. (you can send
this into Medicare.) If you wish to participate in this
cholesterol screening, you must fill out an application form
and return it to me along with your check for $20.00 (made
to The American Heart Assoc.) no later than April 4th.
Results of your screening will be mailed to you. A
representative from the Heart Assoc. will be at the Center
in May to help you interpret the results of your screening.
A registered dietician will also be available to speak on
cholesterol and answer questions on nutrition.
We are invited to breakfast and a show at Fishkill Plains
School sometime in April. (Date will be announced as soon as
possible.) The children have planned an exciting morning of
entertainment for you and I hear they are very excited about
hosting a breakfast and a "special morning." They also
would like to learn how to do line dancing. Maybe we can
show them a step or two. What do you think line dancers?
More details on this soon.
All these events should help get rid of that "cabin
fever." Are you ready for Spring and some fun activity?
The Lions Club needs old eyeglasses or hearing aids.
These are used for those less fortunate. So if you have any
you no longer want or need bring them to the Center. I will
see to it that they are given to the Lions Club.
For those paying dues by the month, March dues is $2.00.
The Center is closed on Good Friday, April 1. A Happy
Easter and a big hug to you all! Smile!
IN CASE OF SNOW OR ICY WEATHER, PLEASE LISTEN TO WEOK OR
WKIP FOR CENTER CLOSINGS.
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