1994-10-11
RECREATION COMMITTEE MEETING
OCTOBER 11, 1994
CALL MEETING TO ORDER
PRESENT:
GUEST:
DR. ARMEN MANASAR
APPROVE MINUTES: August 9, 1994 and September 13, 1994
Approved:
Corrections
Seconded
CORRESPONDENCE -
1. Copy of Letter to Supervisor Smith re: Survey of recreation (insurance)
2. Letter to Bernie Remier Re: D. C. Youth Bureau
3. Approvals for facility use from Myers Corners School
REPORTS:
K.D.
B.R.
J.E.
R.F.
B.G.
E.K.
J.C.
S.M.
R.J.H.
OLD BUSINESS - Rymer Subdivison
Lawrence Subdivision - All Angels Hill Road
Halloween Party
Corey Castellano - Name on Placque at Robinson Lane
NEW BUSINESS - Christmas Party
MEETING ADJOURNED:
NEXT MEETING:
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RECREATION COMMITTEE
OCTOBER 11, 1994 MEETING
NEXT MEETING NOVEMBER 9, 1994 (WEDNESDAY NIGHT)
The regular meeting of the Town of Wappinger Recreation Committee
was held October 11, 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, Ronald Friedman,
Barbara Gu~zler Ellen Korz and Maintenance Supervisor John Vorndran.
The minutes of the August 9, 1994 and the September 13, 1994
meetings were approved on a motion by Miss Gutzler seconded by Mr. Friedman with
all in favor.
Dr. Armen Manasar came before the Committee to discuss a proposal
to put at Robinson Lane 1 or 2 batting cages in the memory of Corey Castellano
who died unexpectedly this past summer. Corey was a player/catcher for the
Wappinger National League, was also on the All Star Team, and also played for
the Moose Team. His dad was a coach for the team. They felt that in his memory
and as an aid to the league that they would install a batting cage. Dr. Manasar
has pursued this and went to LaGrange to see theirs which is approximately 30' x
70'. He then went to A-l Fence Company to get further information and found that
a batting cage 30' x 70' which was 10' high by the batters end and 15' high at
the other end would cost over $9,000. The cage would also have a chain link top
on it. Dr. Manasar mentioned that hopefully this would be funded by "The Friends
of the Castellano's", The proposal was to place this cage on the corner past the
snack bar facing north. They are still working out how the donations would be
handled but he was hoping to present this to Little League and have them involved.
He suggested that those who donated be allowed to place a 4 x 8 ad which would
be placed on the side of the cage. These placques would be metal. The Committee
has always tried to discourage the placement of ads on the fences as they seem
to get sloppy looking after a few years. Mr. Friedman suggested that possibly
if the ads are placed on this it would be stipulated only for 1 - 2 years and
then they are gone. Dr. Manasarsaid he would need the approval of the Town
to address liability and stressed that the cages would be for Little League only.
He was told to go to Little League with this proposal and see if they are in
agreement.
CORRESPONDENCE
Supervisor Smith received a letter from Crum & Foster Insurance
in conjunction with their evaluation of the Town Recreation programs and physical
condition of a sampling of the Town Park facilities for general safety purposes.
As a result of this evaluation, they developed a few recommendations. These
recommendations were reviewed by Mr. Ennesser, Safety Officer, with appropriate
comments and returned to Supervisor Smith so it ~ould be forwarded to Crum &
Forster. Mr. Ennesser noted that one of the items was the geosphere (climbing
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October 11, 1994
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~ratus) at Robinson lane. He has noted on the recommendation list that he
was trying to get information from the vendor and has since received notice from
him that this piece of equipment is still safe and is being used.
A letter was received from June Ellen Cioppa, Youth Programs
Analyst for the Dutchess County Youth Bureau. She stated that the program she
observed on June 30th was satisfactory but she emphasized that time sheets must
be maintained for staff listed on the budget.
Approval has been received from Myers Corners School for use of
their facilities on Tuesdays for volleyball starting October 4th and on Saturdays
starting January 7th for Boys and Girls gymnastics.
SENIOR CITIZEN REPORT
Mrs. Delisa handed out a report on the Senior activities for
the month of September which is attached to these minutes.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT
Mr. Reimer mentioned that the winter programs have started.
Tuesday is volleyball at Myers Corners School, Wednesday is basketball at the
Wappinger Jr. High, Thursday is Volleyball at Wappinger Jr. High, and Tuesday
and Thursday is aerobics at Sheafe Road.
The Halloween ad will be in the paper tomorrow October 12th.
He is still working on the entertainment for Christmas. He
has contacted Richard Stillman of Encore and he is not available and the Riverbank
Banjo said that they do not perform outside after October 1st. Other suggestions
were the Sweet Adelines, or a church group.
A letter has been sent to West POint for a concert (Concert Band)
in April or May and the Jazz Band in July or August.
ROBINSON lANE
Mr. Ennesser noted thatthe P.O. has been received for the metal
part for the roof on the store. He will take to out tomorrow so work will start
as soon as possible.
Mr. Friedman mentioned that there was an attempted break in at
Robinson lane 2 weeks ago. It was suggested that we call the security company to
have signs placed on the buildings. The thought was it might deter the break
ins if they are aware the buildings are monitored.
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October 11, 1994
Page 3
ROBINSON LANE CON'T
Mr. Friedman also mentioned that little League has agreed to
purchase $2,000. of the new clay to finish up the 2 big fields if the Town
purchases theirs this fall. A letter is in to the Town Board to use some of
the money left in our 1994 budget to to this.
BOAT RAMP
Mr. Ennesser has completed an outline on the proposal for the
Boat Ramp. This will be reviewed.
POP WARNER
Mr. Friedman mentioned that he had attended the meeting with
soccer and pop warner and found it to be very enlightening. It was agreed that
football and soccer cannot use the same fields since they play during the same
time frame. He also found that Pop Warner split and Wappinger Pop Warner consists
of only Town of Wappinger children. He was also impressed with the fact that
they don't just emphasize football but they also check the grades of the kids.
The kids are not benched but encouraged to improve any failing ,grades. He noted
that pop warner is quickly running out of space to practice and play and it was
noted that there are 300 boys and girls in the program this year. We were looking
for available field space and a possibility was Angelbrook. Dan Brothers, President
said pop warner would be willing to get the land ready. Mr. Ennesser mentioned
that we used Quiet Acres field for practice years ago and that we use to have
lights on the poles there. It was suggested that they make a formal request but
Quiet Acres could be used immediately.
HALLOWEEN PARTY
Miss Gutzler has worked on the plan for the haunted house
"Tales from the Crypt". Jim Chappas' son will be helping as part of his
community service for church. We will be decorating the house on Saturday the
22nd at 10 a.m. Miss Gutzler also requested the use of the cauldron before it
goes out on the stage.
Mrs. Korz said that she is all set with the pr~es. She has
contacted McDonald's and they are all set. She went to Play It Again Sports
and they donated a $25.00 gift certificate. Other donations were received from
the new bagel shop in the Imperial Plaza, Wendy's, Ben & Jerry's, Dunkin Donuts,
Fun Central, Hoe Bowl, and Carvel. Mr. Holt mentioned that LIttle League will
be there to hand out candy apples and popcorn.
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October 11, 1994
Page 4
CHAIRMAN'S REPORT
Mr. Holt mentioned the following:
1. Vandalism has been a problem recently. Over the weekend
the windows in the new building by the barn were broken. Vandals threw stones
and broke them. We really feel that the back portion should be fenced to
keep the kids from coming from the development in the back. It was also noted
that Martz will not be painted again until Spring and that the Supervisor has
instructed us to not repaint Spook Hill until the Spring.
2. The Airport Park project has been transferred to Mr. Paggi
to draw up the plans.
3. Two new Christmas trees have been purchased and planted at
Schlathaus. The trees came from Whalen Tree Farm in Stanford and John Baisley
planted them for us.
4. The roof at Robinson Lane still needs to be done. Mr. Vorndran
said he has called out to 4 vendors and has not received any answers.
5. The stage looks great. The floor has been replaced, rails
have been put by the stairs, and it has been painted.
6. A meeting was held recently with Mr. Nolt, Mr. Ennesser,
and Mr. Vorndran regarding the safety items which should be done at the various
parks. Mr. Vorndran noted that the guys are working on these items. Mr. Friedman
said that he has taken a copy of the items required at Robinson Lane and has given
it to Little League requesting whatever help they can give
7. If we are able to get any more sommunity service workers,we
will have them work on the bridge at Reese Park.
8. He mentioned that he has spoken to Supervisor Smith and
Mr. Levenson regarding the notification of what has happened eith the various
subdivisions i.e. getting land or money. We would like to be notified when th
money has been received or land deeded so we will know where we stand. Mr. Holt
was specifically interested in the status of the Lawrence Subdivision and the
Rymer Subdivision.
It was noted that the next meeting was scheduled for Election
Day, November 8th and therefore it was decided to change it until Wednesday,
November 9th.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:10 on a motion by Miss Gutzler
seconded by Mr. Friedman.
Peggy Roe
Secretary
OCTOBER 1~94 REPORT TO THE RECREATION COMMISSION
FOR THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER
SENIOR CITIZEN CENTER
September activities at the Senior Citizen center
included the regular schedule of arts/crafts, oil painting,
exercise, line dancing, photo club, videos, bingo, puzzles
and cards and games. The Center was closed for Labor Day.
The RCK Flute Quartet under the direction of Debbie Boos
were at the Center on the 15th to entertain the seniors.
The four flutists were great!
Blood pressure screening was held on the 14th. The trip
to Aqua Turf was so successful the seniors have requested a
repeat of this trip next year. The next trip is to the
Norman Rockwell Museum on Oct. 12.
The Walking Club held their award luncheon on the 30th at
the Cornerstone Restaurant. First prize went to Helen Socha
who walked 150 miles around the Town Hall since May. She
was awarded an engraved "sneaker" key chain and a first
prize ribbon. Ribbons were given'to the 2nd-4th prize
winners as well. All the "Walkers" received a certificate
showing the miles walked. The Walking Club continues.
Bingo is very popular. Fifty to sixty seniors
participate in Bingo each week.
There are 200 seniors registered at the Center and 140 on
the waiting list.
ITEMS TO BE NOTED:
1. Donations for the Senior Christmas Party at the Elks
LOdge are coming in. We have collected enough to pay for
the dinner, but still need funds to buy a small gift to be
given to the seniors by Santa.
2. Speaking of Santa--We need a Santa for the Center
Christmas Party at Villa Borghese on Fri., Dec. 9 and for
the Elks Lodge dinner on Tues., Dec. 13.
3. October activities include our annual craft fair on the
21st, a Halloween party on the 28th, blood pressure
screening and 'of course Bingo.
4. I will be sending letters to non active members telling
them we are updating our membership and asking them if they
wish to remain on the member list.
OCTOBER
1994
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TOWN OF WAPPINGER SENIOR CITIZEN CENTER: OPEN 10:00A.M.-3:00P.M.
20 Middlebush Rd., Wappingers Falls, NY. 12590 Phone: 297-3670 Director: Kathi DeLisa
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OCTOBER BIRTHDAYS:
7 Helen Holleran
13 Ray Weiler
14 Caterine Casey
14 Rose Sabia
i~ AlmK P~t~v~An
116 Carmela Laurino
17 Ed Peterson
21 Carl Hanson
21 Emma Paige
22 Fred Urbin
29 Vera Sternberg
;H Halan Ni~'m
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12:30-2:BINGO! !BINGO!
OCTOBER IS:
NAT'L APPLE MONTH
NAT'L PASTA MONTH
NAT'L PIZZA MONTH
NAT'L POPCORN POPPIN
NAT'L CAR CARE MONTH
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By Kathi DeLisa, Director
OCTOBER 1994
Take a deep breath 'cause here we go! Wheeeeee!!!!!!
This is just the beginning of three busy months filled with;
parties, luncheons, craft fair, holidays, and a surprise
here and there. So read on.
Business first! Our annual Craft Fair is scheduled for
Friday, October 21st and will be held in the large meeting
room from 10a.m to 2p.m. "Chef Tony" will be serving lunch
in the Senior Citizen room to anyone wishing to treat their
taste buds to a party from 11:30a.m. to 1:30p.m. The Senior
room is closed to all other activity.
As most of you know,I ordered "real" raffle tickets this
year. We are once again asking that EACH member take at
least $5.00 worth of raffle tickets to sell to your family
and friends or if you choose you can buy them yourself.
Thank you to all of you who have taken raffle tickets. If
you did not get your tickets or need more to sell, please
see me or Anne Peters. Remember, the proceeds go towards
your parties, luncheons and fun. So please do your share.
Your cooperation is appreciated and I am sure you will enjoy
the fun and festivities this provides. We have wonderful
raffle prizes this year thanks to "the generosity and hard
work of your fellow Seniors.
Regina and Sue are working extra hard (thank you both)
preparing craft items for the fair.. Regina, Sue and I will
be asking many of you to help us by making extra items for
the fair. Many of you are already pitching in to help and I
thank you. As you know, there is a lot of work to preparing
crafts and other items for the Fair. So if you want to help
them, please let them know. Thank you for your help and
cooperation. And get ready for another great successful
Craft Fair!!!
We need bake sale items! If you will contribute to the
bake sale, please see me, Mary Egan or Kay Andrews. We did
exceptionally well on this last year thanks to all your
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BILLS PAID DURING OCTOBER 1994
A-1620.40 CENTRAL HUDSON GAS & ELECTRIC
Tennis Courts #7690-0425-00 431.53
Gazebo 7512-0470-00 13.35
Robinson Lane 7690-0760-00 896.84
Robinson Lane Score 7371-1305-00 6.70
Spook Hill Rec. 7810-1572-04 22.91
Rockingham 7902-1435-00 88.91
Long Court 7851-1550-00 16.85
Barn- Montfort Rd. 7964-1460-00 120.99
Helen Drive 7895-1220-04 15.32
Myers Corners 7802-1962-00 17.82
Stage - Old Myers 7802-1960-00 14.31
A-1620.41 SYLVAN LAKE TELEPHONE
Robinson Lane 227-9434 15.06
NYNEX
Spook Hill 297-9862 57.30
Martz Field 297-9928 56.91
Quiet Acres 297-7780 80.11
Schlathaus Park 297-4752 26.15
Barn - Montfrot Rd. 297-3692 45.37
A-7110.2
Jonmar
460.00
A-7110.4
Smith's Commercial Tire Service
Sherwin Williams
Sherwin Williams
Centurion Security,Inc.
Centurion Security Inc.
Crop Production Services, Inc.
East Fishkill Railroad Tie Co.
East Fishkill Railroad Tie Co.
Grossman's
Hutchinson's Equipment Corp.
Windsor Building Supplies
Jonmar Associates
Hutchinson's Equipment
Hutchinson's Equipment
Grossman's
Grossman's
Enviro-Clean Porta-POtty
Enviro Clean Porta POtty
Centurion Security ,Inc.
Sherwin Williams
Royal Carting Service
Pine Plains Ford Tractor, Inc.
150.18
246.25
137.29
180.00
80.00
1,425.00
40.00
48.90
87.83
8.99
502.88
27.70
20.08
25.64
96.48
30.90
225.00
75.00
100.00
17.99
120.00
119.20
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BILLS PAID DURING OCTOBER 1994 CON'T
A-7110.4
Milton Alley Agway
Hudson River Equipment
Grossman's
Grossman's
Royal Auto Parts,Inc.
Candlelight Landscaping
Taylor Rental
Martel Hardware
Jonmar Associates
Grossman's
Grossman's
Grossman's
A-1 Fence Company
A-1 Fence Company
A-1 Fence Company
A-1 Fence Company
Bottini Fuel
Enviro Clean Porta Potty
Pine Bush Equipment Co., Inc
Hudson River Equipment
138.00
68.22
106.20
215.70
38.83
325.00
25.60
44.88
83.95
484.19
737.24
37.66
88.10
33.60
31.20
1,187.50
167.86
187.50
78.23
166.75
A-7140 .4
Let Us Entertain You
M. Majchers Pro Shop
Leprechaun Tours
Canterbury Tours,Inc.
Meadowbrook Farms
Petty Cash
Petty Cash
125.00
172.75
425.00
500.00
92.94
.75
.75
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Sally Distributors, Inc.
Passon's Sports
238.09
237.00
A-7620.4
Roberts Boice Paper Co.
Poughkeepsie Journal
Coffee System of Hudson Valley
Sally Distributors
Hobby Hut
Petty Cash
Petty Cash
231.05
27.30
52.00
223.69
225.10
60.16
57.39