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1992-01-16 AGENDA RECREATION COMMISSION JANUARY 16, 1992 CALL MEETING TO ORDER PRESENT: APPROVE MINUTES: December 19, 1991 Approved: Corrections: Seconded: CORRESPONDENCE 1. Memo from Supervisor Smith Re: Water/Sewer hookup at Rockingham 2. Letter from Robert P. Ianelli, Attorney w/check for $75.00 and memo to Comptroller regarding above 3. Letter from Carolyn Tiebout/Annandale Tours 4. Letter from David Schwartz of "Heart of H.V. Jr. Drum & Bugle Corp." 5. Letter to Kathy Robbins - With Program Annual Report for year ending 12/31/91 6. N.Y.S. Parks & Recreation Conference April 5 -8 , 1992 at Nevele Resort 7. Attendance report for 1991 - which was submitted to Town Board 8. Facilities use application from Barbara MOntross REPORTS: K.D. B.A. T.F. E.K. J.M. H.J.M. S.M. D.R. J.V. R.J.H. OLD BUSINESS - Concert NEW BUSINESS - Budget for 1992 MEETING ADJOURNED NEXT MEETING . " MINUTES RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING - JANUARY 16, 1992 NEXT MEETING FEBRUARY 21, 1992 The regular meeting of the Town of Wappinger Recreation Commission was held January 16, 1992 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 Senior Citizen Director Kathi Delisa, Commission Members Terry Fisher, Joseph Mastroianni, Stephen Miller, and Donald Rider. The minutes of the December 19, 1991 meeting were approved on a motion by Mr. Rider seconded by Mr. Miller with all in favor. CORRESPONDENCE A memo was received from Supervisor Smith regarding the Water/ Sewer Hookup for the trailer at Rockingham. In her memo she stated that the D. E. C. has a moratorium on Oakwood and Rockingham sewer systems and the Town cannot allow any more hookups until the mo~itorium is lifted. A check in the amount of $75.00 has been received from Robert P. Ianelli, Esq. on behalf of his client. This represents payment for repairing damages to the Rockingham Park Field during an incident in August 1991. This check has been forwarded to the Comptroller. A list of quotes for possible bus trips has been received from Annandale Tours. Mrs. DeLisa will be comparing prices. A letter was received from David Schwartz, Business Manager of the "Heart of the ~udson Valley Jr. Drum and Bugle Corp.". The letter was to inform us that for donations, they are willing to perform at a variety of functions i.e. parades etc. It was suggested that a copy of this letter be forwarded to Supervisor Smith for her information. The Commission members were given a copy of the Dutchess County Youth Bureau Program Annual Report form DFY-3140 which Mr. Reimer had prepared for the year ending 12/31/91. Information has been received from the New York State Recreation and Park Society regarding their conference which will be held at the Nevele Resort, April 5 - 8, 1992. It was suggested that Mrs. DeLisa and Mrs. Roe try to attend. A letter must be forwarded to the Town Board for permission to attend. One particular interest was in obtaining grants. On this topic, it was suggested that we invite Peg O'Leary to one of our meetings to discuss this further. f"i. Recreation Minutes Page 2 January 16, 1992 An application for field usage was received from Barbara Montross for the use of Quiet Acres Field for practice for her team on Wednesdays and Saturdays from March 21, 1992 to Labor Day. This will be referred to Mr. Reimer for approval. The Commission also discussed charging and the thought was if we charge a league for a season we should charge a team a nominal fee. This was tabled for input from Mr. Reimer. Mr. Fisher mentioned that we need to add on our field request form that we need proof of insurance. The Commission Members received the following reports for their information: 1. Report on Christmas Party 2. Report on work accomplished at Castle Point for 1991 3. Report on Commission attendance for 1991 SENIOR CITIZEN REPORT Mrs. DeLisa handed out a report for the month of December which is attached to these minutes. She also noted the following: 1. The Christmas Party at the Villa Borghese on the 6th of December had 80 seniors attending. 2. Over 80 seniors attended the Christmas Luncheon at the Town Hall on December 20th. Most of the Town employees and several Town Board members also attended. The seniors funded both of these parties through dues and craft sales. 3. Mrs. DeLisa mentioned that she had attended the Fishkill Beacon Exchange/Rotary Senior Citizen Christmas Party. She asked why the Wappinger Rotary or some other Town organiza- tions couldn't be a part of this or hold one for the Town of Wappinger Seniors. Many things would have to be worked out before presenting the proposal i.e. where, entertainment, etc. Mrs. DeLisa will try and work up a proposal to be presented to the Rotary or other local organizations to chip in toward a similar function. 4. Received a few quotes from Annandale Tours and~- prices seem a little high. Mrs. DeLisa is contacting Mrs. Tiebout regarding this, 5. Has hired a new exercise/line dance teacher. 6. Working on hiring a part time craft teacher. 7. Has put out a suggestion box and one item which was mentioned was a microwave. Mrs. DeLisa will check on prices. 8. Because of the number of new Seniors attending the Center, it was suggested that some type of name tag be issued. Mrs. Delisa and Mrs. R'oe have been working on this. 9. Peter Vrovas, a member of the Senior Center would be willing to teach computers to the Seniors. Mrs. DeLisa would see if there would be any interest in this before proceeding with this. 10. Mr. Mastroianni suggested that we hold a card tournament. Mrs. DeLisa will check to see if there is any interest. Recreation Minutes Page 3 January 16, 1992 CONCERT/WEST POINT The Commission reviewed the proposed snack buffet menu prepared by Mike Franco, "The Champagne Chef". After a discussion, it was requested that he be contacted to see if he could include some ziti and some meatballs for a total price not to exceed $925. Mrs. Roe will contact Mr. Franco to discuss the matter. Invitations to the concert and buffet will be sent to the Town Board Members. A letter will also be sent to the V. A. Hospital inviting the Veterans to attend the concert. LITTLE LEAGUE Mr. Miller mentioned that Little League registration will be held the 1st weekend in February at the Community Center of the Galleria Mall. There was some concern regarding the place and why they didn't contact us for possible use of Schlathaus or the Town Hall. Hopefully we would be able to use the Town Hall for next year. Mr. Fisher mentioned that he had heard that Little League was thinking of using fountain soda instead of cans this season. The Commission was concerned about this and the litter problem. Mr. Miller said he would check on this. LIGHTS Mr. Rider mentioned that he had read in the paper that East Fishkill approved the installation of lights on a field at an approximate cost of $50,000. He questioned the possibility of such a project for the Town and the procedure. Mr. Holt said the cost would probably be twice as much since we have nothing to start with. East Fishkill already has some ground work done. He also mentioned that such a proposal would have to be made at budget time. CHAIRMAN'S REPORT Mr. Holt mentioned the following: 1. Although we under ran our 1991 budget by approximately $31,000. we did not get everything done we had hoped to i.e. work on the surface cracks at the tennis courts, fencing at the barn, purchase of the wood for the construction of the building at the barn property, plumbing work at Schlathaus and paving at Robinson Lane. . Recreation Minutes Page 4 January 16, 1992 2. Supervisor Smith mentioned that all the paperwork on the Barn realignment has been forwarded to Senator Saland. 3. We still do not have a deed for Airport Park, therefore, we are unable to start any clearing work for the soccer fields. 4. The Commission is now suppose to administer the monies for Little League, Soccer, and Pop Warner. It is our proposal to give them their money in exchange for a listing of what they have purchased. 5. Mr. Holt has talked with Mr. Foster, Highway Superintendent about cleaning out by the creek on Montfort Road. This would make it easier for the fishermen to gain access to the creek for fishing season and make the area look much better. The Highway Department might also help us to clear out the trees across from Castle Point Park. 6. The electric is now installed in the gazebo. 7. Some of the projects for 1992 are: a. Build a storage area at Castle Point with cinder blocks. b. Purchase a large tent c. We will now be cutting the grass at Hughsonville. Purchase a new slide for Spook Hill Continue to fix the water line at Martz and do landscaping. Pave the road at Robinson Lane. Work with Little League for parking at Robinson Lane. Repave the basketball court at Spook Hill. Stage needs repair - warped boards. Electric work done around the Christmas Tree. Purchase a paint sprayer. Clearing work at Airport Park Repair fence at Castle Point (again). Repair fencing at Robinson Lane and Martz Field Resurface boccie court Fix floor boards in gazebo and install seats d. e. f. g. h. i. j. k. 1. m. n. o. p. . . . Recreation Minutes Page 5 January 16, 1992 The meeting was adjourned at 9:15 p.m. on a motion by Mr. Mastroianni seconded by Mr. Rider. Peggy Roe Secretary A-1620 .41 A-1620.40 A-7110 .4 A-7140 .4 A-7620.4 BILLS PAID DURING JANUARY 1992 NEW YORK TELEPHONE COMPANY Quiet Acres - 297-7780 Barn - 297-3692 Schlathaus Park - 297-4752 Martz Field - 297-9928 Spook Hill - 297-9861 4.32 31. 59 26.35 4.32 5.36 SYLVAN LAKE TELEPHONE COMPANY Robinson Lane - 227-9434 19.76 CENTRAL HUDSON GAS & ELECTRIC CO. Robinson Lane #7371-1300-00 27.21 Bottini Fuel Dynawatch Inc. (Barn) Dynawatch Inc. (Schlathaus) 106.82 240.00 240.00 Alfred Weston 33.28 Alfred Weston Coffee System of Hudson Valley Poughkeepsie Journal 29.35 36.00 24.30 , -\. . . JANUARY 1992 REPORT TO RECREATION COMMISSION SENIOR CITIZEN CENTER December blew in a month of activity and parties. Activities included the regular schedule of arts/crafts, exercise, videos, cards and games. Oil painting was cancelled all but one week in December as was line dancing. Eighty Seniors attended the Christmas luncheon at Villa Borghese on the 6th. They dined and danced to the music of 1~~ Jee Palumbo, an accordionist. The Thanksgiving baskets given to the Seniors by Brownie Troop 440 were raffled and a free hair cut at Palace Hair Design was raffled as a door prize. All had a wonderful time. · The monthly birthday party was held early in the month on the 12th because of the Christmas holidays. Blood pressure screening was provided by the Heart Assoc. on the 17th. Over 80 Seniors attended the Center Christmas party on Fri. Dec. 20th. The food was catered by Channingville Deli and included baked ziti, meatballs, sausage and peppers, honey-dipped chicken, cold cut platters and salads. Seniors brought soda or dessert to compliment the luncheon. Michael D'Adamo, one of the Seniors, played the accordion and we all joined him in a Christmas Carol Sing-a-Long. Santa took time from his busy schedule to stop in and give each Senior a gift. (a lovely Christmas ornament). Many of the Seniors gave an impromptu dance. All had a good time. Town employees, Town Board members and elect and the Recreation Commission were all invited to join us for this Christmas party. Sue Mahoney from Hudson Valley News/Wappinger Weekly wrote a very nice article on this event. The Seniors funded this event with their dues and craft sale fund. There was an average of 35 Seniors at the Center per day for December. There are 160 Seniors presently registered at the Center. ITEMS TO BE NOTED: 1. Carolyn Tiebout of Annadale Tours provided an estimated price list of specific trips. 2. Leprecahn Tours provided specific prices for some of the trips. A comparison of these prices and trips are being made. We will have to begin booking trips in the near future. 3. In January the Center will be opened five days, Mon.-Fri. Events include a lecture on Preventive Hearing Health Care, Blood pressure screening as well as our regular schedule of oil painting, exercise, line dancing, arts/crafts, videos and cards and of course our monthly birthday party. 4. February events will include a lecture on medicare and medigap insurance by a representative of the Office of the Aging, a Valentine Day party and a George Washington Day party. 5. Rose Mulato has worked a few days at the Center becoming acquainted with the Seniors. The Senior's response to Rose has been very positive. Rose is replacing the Thursday exercise and Friday line dancing instructor. I am pleased to report that the exercise and line dancing classes Rose led were well received. Rose motivated many of the Seniors that had not participated previously. Seniors enjoyed her program and have requested even more dance programs under her leadership. Rose will not be working as the part time activities teacher as stated in last month's report due to a technicality. However, Rose will continue to do the exercise and line dancing on Thurs. and Fri. ISSUES TO BE DISCUSSED: 1. We still need a part time craft teacher to relieve Regina on her days off and to fill in when needed do to vacations, sick days etc. It is important that we hire a part time craft teacher very soon. May I place an ad in the paper? 2. I now have a suggestion box. need to be discussed. Many have they may heat items for lunch. one. Comments? 3. It has been suggested that we provide name tags for all the members due to the number of new members. This would enable members to become better acquainted with each other. Any suggestions as to where I can get plastic ones with pins? There are a few items that requested a microwave so I would like to purchase iJ At< Y 17'7'2 PR CITIZEN CENTER: OPEN 10:00A.M.-3:00P.M. ~, NY. 12590 Phone:297-3670 Director: Kathi DeLisa WED. FRI. THURS. 1 2 I I I IEXERCISE CANCELLED HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! 110-Noon: arts/crafts THE CENTER IS CLOSED INOON: LUNCH 112:30-3: cards/games I I 9 I I I 110-11:00: EXERCISE 110-Noon: arts/crafts I NOON: LUNCH 112:30-3: cards/games I 15 I 116 I _____110-11: EXERCISE I I 10-11:00: arts/craftsll0-l1:00: EXERCISE ll-Noon: PREVENTIVE 110-Noon: arts/crafts . HEARING HEALTH CARE I NOON: LUNCH NOON: LUNCH 112:30-3: VIDEO 12:30-3: cards/games I 22 I 123 I 1 I I ~11:00: EXERCISE 110-11:00 EXERCISE 10-Noon: arts/crafts 110-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH INOON: LUNCH 12:30-3: cards/games 112:30-3: cards/games I 130 I I I 110-11:00: EXERCISE 110-Noon: arts/crafts INOON: LUNCH 1~2;30=3;OO; VIDiO I 8 I I 10-11:00:EXERCISE 10-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH 12:30-3: cards/games 29 I I 10-11:00: EXERCISE 10-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH ~a;30=3; QM~da/~Mmaa I 3 I I ILINE DANCING I CANCELLED! 110-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH 12:30-3: cards/games 10 I -----I 10-11:Line Dancing 10-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH 12:30-3: VIDEO 17 I _I 110-11: Line Dancing 110-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH 12:30-3: cards/games 24 I I 10-11: Line Dancing 10-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH 12:30-3:00: VIDEO 31 I I 110-11: Line Dancing 110-Noon: arts/crafts INOON: LUNCH IBIRTHDAY PARTY!!!!! 112:30-3: cards/games . . , , VJ..A.1=>1=> Il'lG-E;R. SE.l'JIOR NEtvS By Kathi DeLisa, Direotor HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!! Happy New Year to all of you!!! May 1992 be a happy and healthy one for all. Regina and I want to thank you all for the wonderful thoughtful gift you gave to us. It was a delightful surprise and very much appreciated. Thank you so much!!! We also want to thank you for the wonderful year you have given us. Your cooperation, support and patience is truly appreciated. You have been there for us in our time of sorrow. You have shared in our joys and given us your friendship. We both thank you for a memorable year and look forward to working with you in 1992.' The New Ye~~ will be bringing a change at the Center. Beginning this month, the Center will be opened on Monday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Also for Dial-A-Ride Seniors, service will be extended to inolude Wednesday. You must call Dial-A-Ride 2 to 7 days in advanoe if you want them to bring you to the Center on Wed. My understanding is that this must be done each time you want to come to the Center on that day. Thursday and Friday arrangements will remain the same. Dial-A~Ride asks that you call at the beginning of eaoh month to oonfirm your reservation for those two days. And of course, if you will not be using Dial-A-Ride for any reason, please oall them to let them know. Within the next couple of weeks, we will be issuing 1.0. oards for Wappinger Seniors. Details of this will be announced shortly. There is now a suggestion box by the sign-in sheet. Your suggestions are most welcome as well as any complaints. Please feel free to give suggestions for new programs, videos, parties and other celebrations, lunoheons, lectures, games, orafts, improvements or anything else you would like to add. to the Center activities. Suggestions may be anonymous if you choose. All suggestions and oomplaints ~ ~ will be seriously considered. I cannot promise that action will be taken on all, but I do promise to do my best for you. Many of you were given cups as a birthday present last year. Please use these cups or bring a cup in rather than use the styrofoam cups. This will benefit the on going garbage problem, help our environment plus keep our supply costs down. Your cooperation will be greatly appreciated. Raffle winners of the Thanksgiving baskets at our Christmas luncheon were Judy Thompson, Helen Selinger, and Carmela Vrendburgh. John Moran won a free haircut at Palace Hair Design. At the Christmas party, Rose Visentin won the beautiful hand crocheted table topper made by Florence Bidwell. Maureen from Justice Court won the doily. A big thank you to Michael DIAdamo for providing us with music and entertainment at our Christmas party. Welcome to Rose Mulato. Rose will be assisting Regina with arts and crafts and will also be doing the exercise and dance programs on Thursday and Friday. Welcome aboard Rose! Please note the Center will be closed on Mon., Jan. 20th for Martin Luther King, Jr. IS Birthday. Also on the 15th, there wil be a lecture on preventive hearing health care and there will be a blood pressure screening on the 21st. In closing I want to wish each and everyone of you a very Happy and 'Healthy New Year. And a BIG HUG FOR ALL OF YOU TOO! ! ! ! ! ! ~ "