2001-11-05
AGENDA RECREATION COMM. MEETING
NOVEMBER 5, 2001
CALL MEETING TO ORDER
PRESENT: RIH., KD., S.L., Ie., lE., RF., E.K, S.M., AND IV.
APPROVE MINUTES: October 2,2001
Corrections:
APPROVED:
SECONDED:
COMMENTS FROM AUDIENCE
CORRESPONENCE
1. Thank you from the American Cancer Society and from Supervisor Smith for the donation in
Vernon Smith's name to the Cancer Society.
2. Approval for use if Myers Comers School for the Fall/Winter Volleyball program and the
Winter Boys & Girls Gymnastics Program.
3. A memo from D. C. Youth Bureau with the 2000 census data for the County youth.
4. A memo from the D. C. Planning regarding 2002 available funding sources.
5. Received a copy of the D. C. 2001 Youth Survey Report
6. Memo from D. C. Youth Bureau on the status of2002 allocations and related program
Infonnation
7. Information received by Supervisor Smith from Clivus Multrum systems for parks.
REPORTS
KD. E.K
S.L. S.M.
IC. IV.
IE. RIH.
RF.
OLD BUSINESS - Registration for playgrounds
Halloween Party report
NEW BUSINESS - Christmas Parties - Dec. 2- Children's Party
Dec. 5 and 11- Elks Parties
Dec. 14 - Senior Center Party at Villa
MEETING ADJOURNED
NEXT MEETING
RECREATION COMM. MINUTES
NOVEMBER 5,2001
NEXT MEETING DECEMBER 4, 2001 AT SCHLATHAUS PARK
The regular meeting of the Town of Wappinger Recreation Comm. was held on
November 5,2001 at Schlathaus Park, All Angels Hill Road, Town of Wappinger, Dutchess
County, New York.
The meeting was called to order at 7:05 p.m. by Chairman Ralph 1. Holt, with the
following persons present: Stephen Lowery, Recreation Director, Comm. Members James
Chappas, Joseph Ennesser, Ronald Friedman, and Ellen Korz.
The minutes of the October 2,2001 meeting were approved on a motion by Mr.
Ennesser seconded by Mrs. Korz with all in favor.
CORRESPONDENCE
Thank you notes were received from the American Cancer Society and Supervisor
Smith for the donation made in memory of Vernon Smith.
Approval was received for the use of the Myers Corners School for the Fall/Winter
Volleyball program and the Winter Boys and Girls Gymnastics program.
A memo was received from the Dutchess County Youth Bureau with the 2000
census data for the County youth.
A memo was received from the D. C. Planning Dept. asking for the 2002 available
funding sources. Since we have not received a definite word on the actual funding from the
Youth Bureau we used the same as 2001.
We received a copy of the D. C. 2001 Youth Survey Report.
A memo was received from the D. C. Youth Bureau on the status of 2002
allocations and related programs information.
Information was received by Supervisor Smith from Clivus Multrum systems for
parks.
Recreation Comm. Minutes
October 2, 2001
OUTGOING CORRESPONDENCE - OCTOBER 2001
1. Memo to Supervisor Smith asking for comments regarding a phone call we received from a
Carol Culkin who wanted to do a patriotic festival to raise funds for a memorial in Dutchess.
2. Letter to Peter Shea asking for more information on the golf inventory that he sent previously.
3. Letter to Bob English for organizing the talk by the Hughsonville Firemen for Fire Prevention.
4. Letter to Hughsonville Fire District thanking them for speaking to the Seniors on the
importance of Fire Prevention and safety in the home.
5. Memo to Mark Liebermann for attending the Fire Prevention presentation by Hughsonville.
6. Letter to Paul Ganci, of Central Hudson requesting a donation of night lights for the Senior
Elks parties.
7. Memo to Town Board requesting a P.O. in amount of$8, 1 00.00 to Bracaden Construction for
the construction of 3 dugouts at Robinson Lane.
8. Memo to Town Board requesting a P.O. in the amount of$I,725.00 for the purchase of25 t
of Beam Clay for Robinson Lane.
9. Memo to Town Board requesting a P.O. payable to BSN in the amount of $2,800.00 for the
purchase of a bleacher.
10. Memo to Town Board requesting a P.O. payable to Flaghouse, Inc. in the amount of
$1,136.65 for the purchase of a 10' x 20' EZ Instant Shelter.
11. Thank you letter to Knights ofPythias Dutchess Lodge #860 for the donation to the senior
center.
12. Press release to Southern Dutchess News for Elks Christmas Parties. Reservations to be held
on November 8th starting at 9:30 a.m.
13. Informtion sent to Eric D. Fellenzer, P.E. for lighting field at Robinson Lane.
14. Memo to Robert Scott, Manager, Super Stop & Shop for support with our Elks Christmas
Party.
14. Information sent to Andrew Evans of Dutchess County Health Dept. regarding tick spraying.
15. Letter to Town Board Members regarding Personnel Policy.
SENIOR CITIZEN REPORT.
Mrs. DeLisa was absent but sent a report on the Senior activities for the month of
October. This report is attached to these minutes.
RECREATION DIRECTOR'S REPORT
Mr. Lowery mentioned that the activities for the month of October have had a very
low attendance. He doesn't know if it is because of the recent tragedies or what. He mentioned
that East Fishkill has also noted the same for their activities.
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A discussion was held on the Halloween Party and the fact that the attendance was
low for that event also. It was stated that a lot of things were going on that day (Saturday) and it
was also very cold. It was suggested that for next year we go back to Sunday and try to get the
Myers Comers School. Mrs. Korz thanked everyone for their help on the Party and mentioned
that she was grateful for Little League and Soccer's help and contributions. The entertainment
was good but everyone was quite cold. Mr. Holt mentioned that Mrs. Korz and Mrs. Vazquez
did a great job on getting the gifts etc for the party. Ifwas a difficult job this year and they had to
make many trips back to each of the businesses.
Mr. Lowery mentioned that Jennifer Simmons, had spoken to him recently and that
we might not be able to use the gymnastic equipment at Myers Comers School for our Boys and
Girls program which starts in January. She told Mr. Lowery that we would have to buy our own
equipment and bring it back and forth. It was suggested that Mr. Lowery speak further with her
and mention that we thought we had a reciprocal agreement with the schools. They usually want
to use our baseball fields and tennis courts. Ifhe gets no where speaking with Ms. Simmons, then
we will write a letter to the School Board.
Mr. Lowery mentioned that he would like to get the information for the 2002
Recreation Guide in as soon as possible. His target date is December 15th.
He has acquired the Hudson Valley Council Band for the Christmas Tree Lighting
on December 2nd. They should be sending in their contract soon.
His new newsletter should be out this week.
Mr. Lowery mentioned that since the new law went into effect regarding hand held
phones, we should look into getting a few adaptors from NexteI.
Mr. Lowery mentioned that the bridge club keeps answering the phone at
Schlathaus and he doesn't get messages. They also do not put things back where they find them
and they leave the place in a mess. We will have Mrs. DeLisa speak to them.
We also need to put up a new phone list by the phone at Schlathaus.
CELL SITES
Mr. Chappas mentioned that he has spoken with someone regarding the possibility
of using recreation areas for cell sites. He has seen where the cellular company will rent space on
certain recreation land and will pay up to $2,000. monthly rent. That rent is then used to update
or maintain the parks. It was mentioned that East Fishkill has one behind their roller hockey. Mr.
Chappas was asked to have someone come in to our meeting to discuss this. It was stated that
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the towers would only be 100' and in most cases they blend in with the surroundings.
Mr. Ennesser reported the following:
1. The new letters for the sign at Schlathaus should be in by Wednesday, Nov. 7.
2. They are hoping to blacktop the ramp at Chelsea on Wednesday and then
hopefully he will be able to submit the information to get the $2,000. from the grant. He also
picked up the safety railing for the boat ramp.
3. He has gotten the fencing materials needed for Reese Park and he has spoken
with Roger Humeston about doing the other work.
4. He has received the bill from Vitolli for the materials for the new sign at
Robinson Lane.
5. He has also been requested by Mr. Tompkins to obtain some signs for
Robinson Lane which state "NO GOLF ON BASEBALL FIELDS".
CHAIRMAN'S REPORT
Mr. Holt mentioned the following:
1. We hired a young man, Jason, on a full time basis but he has already left. We
have also hired two Part time people - Robert Sheridan and Franklin McKinney. They both seem
to be working out well. Mr. McKinney had previously worked at Greystone.
2. We have the P.O. for the construction of the dugouts at Robinson Lane. That
work will be done before opening day in April.
3. The clay was delivered last Thursday to Robinson Lane.
4. Mr. Friedman was questioned about the status of the bids for playground
equipment. It was suggested that we call Town of Poughkeepsie to see how they got their bids
for their equipment. Since most of it is modular it is very hard to compare exactly.
5. A letter was sent to the Hannaford Store asking for help with our Senior Elks
Party.
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A discussion was held regarding the registration process for the summer
playgrounds. We really need to come up with a system where only the parent can sign up their
own children. It was suggested that we might have to require the parents to bring in a copy of the
child's report card. This will be discussed further at the next meeting.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:45 on a motion by Mr. Ennesser seconded by Mr.
Friedman.
Peggy Roe
Secretary
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