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1986-05-08 - AGENDA MAY 8. 1986 MEETING CALLED TO ORDER PRESENT: APPROVE MINUTES - April 10, 1986 Corrections: By: Seconded: MRS. BETH DEVINE - Re: Spook Hill MR. FRAN DONOFRIO - Re: United Soccer Program CORRESPONDENCE - Hughsonvi11e Fire District - Re- Swings Deer Hill Conference & Retreat Center - Agreement Copy of Letter to Town Board from Jay Paggi Re: Memo from Supervisor Paino for Summer Program Quiet Acres Building REPORTS R.H. H. J. M. R.B. E. K. J.M. F.P. H. S. B.W. OLD BUSINESS - Chelsea Boat Ramp Spook Hill QuIet Acres Building - Approval given (Go to Bid) NEW BUS INESS - Jim Welch Re: Fencing between his property and the Robinson Lane Complex MEETINq ADJOURNED NEXT MEETING "\ " ~~--_._--._.._~ ,'Cot: WAP~Cc:;'Z ,> 0'( / ,=--~/A.' w/~_.. ."'.,~"..~. V/~....'..,.. ....~"..~.. ..-'. "~\\"" r/I ~/ - : ,.\.. - '--~ .... ,.~ \'\ 110" .- '':~~\\ 1/1-' ~. .:.... ..,' \ \\, \\!,....~.:.,.. .,....:;1>=)1 \,0 . ~"'I'" I \ c::, ~\~."". "," ...... ~c;. ! \\:.A\ -. ..... f~'!! '~~~~ ~==-.~ TOWN OF WAPPINGER RECREATION COMMISSION MILL STREET WAPPINGERS FALLS. N. Y. 12590 MINUTES MAY 8, 1986 NEXT MEETING JUNE 12. 1986 AT 8:00 P.M. The regular meeting of the Town of Wappinger Recreation Commission was held May 8, 1986 at Town Hall, Village of Wappingers Falls, Dutchess County, New York. The meeting was called to order at 8:00 p.m. with the following persons present: Ralph Holt, Chairman, Robert Blose, Director and Commission Members Ellen Korz, Hugh J. Maurer, Joseph Mastroianni, H~rb Stoller and Bill Wood. Frank Presti arrived at 8:15. The minutes of the April 10, 1986 meeting were approved on a motion by Bill Wood seconded by Ellen Korz. SPOOK HILL Several residents of the Spook Hill Area were present. Among them were Mr. & Mrs. John Devine and Mr. Kerry O'Hara. They brought up several concerns they had regarding the Park and among them were: 1. The fence in the front of the Park. The residents wanted to know what type of fence we were planning on installing. They were told that at our last meeting we had decided upon a 4' green chain link fence. This fence would have a passgate and a 6' swing gate for accessibility for che tractors. They asked if they could give some input regarding the type of fence since they would have to look at it. Mr. Maurer suggested that they speak to Mr. Ruppert of A-l Fence Co. and get back to Mr. Holt or himself. 2. They felt that the basketball court that was installed was too small. They were told that the Recreation Commission had nothing to do with the equipment placed in the Park. There was an agreement between the Town Board and the developer as to what was installed and where. 3. They questioned the grading and were told that it will probably be regraded and reseeded this Fall. Because the residents were anxious for the playground to open in June 1985, the job/~~~e by the developer in a hurry and not done as it should have been. Since it is too late to do it properly for this playground season, it will be scheduled for the Fall. 4. Mr. O'Hara mentioned that during the summer program the counselors bring large radios, which are very annoying. Mr. Blose will mention this to the summer employees. ~ Recreation Minutes Page 2 May 8, 1986 5. The residents expressed concern regarding future equipment to be placed at the Park. It was suggested that they make a survey of the residents to determine what equipment they would like to see in the area i.e. tennis courts, more basketball courts etc. This list should be submitted to the Recreation Commission for consideration. SOCCER Attending the meeting were several members of the United Football League, with Joseph Bialek as spokesman. He mentioned that the people in charge of the soccer program are very frustrated and that they have two major concerns one vandalism and the other space. He said that they have been experiencing a lot of vandalism and need help to solve the problems. They were told that Mrs. Paino had a meeting scheduled with Deputy Sheriff Carl Amburgy to see about additional patrols in that area. The concern for space was discussed and with the growing program they now have, they are running out of field space. It was suggested that they contact the Wappingers School district for use of their fields as a possible immediate solution. The Commission promised to look into land for their program. A future possible site might be Castle Point Recreation Area when the landfill is finished. Mr. Bialek questioned Mr. Maurer regarding the mowing schedule and was told that the Field is on a weekly mowing schedule and it has been done every week. They were told that if a special event was coming up that if we are told in advance, the schedule could be changed so that the field could be done the day before the event. Mr. Holt, our new Chairman, introduced himself to the Commission and asked each member to introduce them self and give a brief description of what they do for the Commission. Mrs. Korz - Is in charge of Quiet Acres Field and has been helping Mr. Stoller with the Swim Study. Mr. Mastroianni - Is in charge of Senior Citizen Programs, Fleetwood Playground and has been working on a band shell for Schlathaus Park Bandstand. Mr. Blose - Is in charge of hiring for the Summer and Winter programs, concert series, and setting up all programs. Mr. Wood In charge of the Boat Ramp at Chelsea, is the Little League Representative and is responsible for Robinson Lane. I Recreation Minutes Page 3 May 8, 1986 ROBINSON LANE A request was received from Jim Welsh whose property adjoins the Town Recreation Area at Robinson Lane. He has requested that the Town replace the old fence which was rusted and broken and which he removed from between the properties. The Commission agreed to install a chain link fence similiar to the fence already at that facility. Since this was not a budget item for this year, the work might be done in the late fall if we have any funds otherwise it will be placed in our 1987 budget. A letter will be sent to Mr. Welsh regarding this. Mr. Maurer questioned Mr. Wood about whether he was able to get 2 boys to line the fields. Mr. Wood said he had difficulty in the beginning and Judy Cramer said she would try it but it didn't work out. He now has 2 boys that will do it. QUIET ACRES A plan was received from Jay Paggi, Engineer to the Town for the building at the above Park. After reviewing these specs, it was suggested that we ask that a 3 or 4 ft. overhang be placed on the building and an apron put completely around it. A decision was made to place the building on the right hand side of the drive as you enter the Park. The specs will be forwarded to Mr. Paggi for these additions and approval for the site. SCHLATHAUS PARK It was recommended last year that a fence be placed between the Park and property owned by Robert Diesing. A letter will be sent to the Town Board requesting funds from the Schlathaus Fund to do this project. CHELSEA BOAT RAMP Mr. Presti presented sketches which he had drawn up to secure the floats at the Boat Ramp. Mr. Wood will review and make recommendations on the sketches. It was requested that we ask Mr. Croshier to put a load of stone in at the ridge of the ramp. Mr. Maurer suggested that we ask the Sheriff's Dept. to patrol the area over the Memorial Day Weekend - Saturday, Sunday, and Monday from 10 to 6. A call will be made to Deputy Sheriff Carl Amburgh to arrange for this coverage. Mr. Maurer mentioned that the Boat Club has had a lot of trouble with residents using their facilities and he suggested we purchase several lock sets that they would install on the facilities. t. . t Recreation Minutes Page 4 May 8, 1986 HUGHSONVILLE PlAYGROUND A letter was received from the Hughsonville Fire District asking that we have someone check and repair the swings at that Playground. Mr. Blose reported that he has contacted Mr. Labieniec to have this done. YE OLDE APPLE ORCHARD A memo was received from Councilwoman Visconti regarding a complaint of piles of brush at the corner of Kent Road and All Angels Road. Mr. Maurer informed the Commission that Mr. Davis had pruned trees last winter and that the brush is on Town Property. This brush will be removed as soon as it drys up enough to get a truck in the area. A letter will be sent to Mrs. Visconti stating such. DIRECTORS' REPORT Mr. Blose reported that he thinks he has something for a Senior Citizen Swim. He will be getting back with further details later. He mentioned that so far he has scheduled two concert~ Nick Seeger and Dutchess Community College. Mrs. Mary Schmalz attended the meeting and questioned why a white corvette with a "4 sale" sign on it was allowed to be parked at Schlathaus Park. She also questioned why we are hiring an extra person to mow the Park as she felt that the mowing should be done by the person who rents the house. The meeting adjourned at 10:20 on a motion by Bill Wood seconded by Ellen Korz. ~~~~ Secretary .. ' . . BILLS PAID IN APRIL A-7110.1 Nonna Gallinger Nonna Gallinger Nonna Gallinger 100.00 100.00 100.00 A-711O.4 Wappingers Central School Wappingers Central School Agway Petroleum Corp. S te ve Be tt ina Urey Hardware 725 . 28 574.17 196.39 315.00 2.60 A-7140.1 Art Goldner Anita Akstin Annette Inacker Gianna Pou1ios Cathy Yacovelli Brenda Peura 150.00 135.00 15 .00 100.00 68.00 275.00 A-7140.4 Bell Herring, Inc. Letterii Sporting Goods Brenda Peura 9.50 255.25 20.92 PARKlAND TRUST FUND Ed Baisley's Tree Service 125.00