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1997-01-10 , .. AGENDA RECREATION MEETING JANUARY 10, 1997 CALL MEETING TO ORDER PRESENT: RJ.H., K.D., le., J.E., R.F., B.G., E.K., S.M. APPROVE MINUTES - December 3, 1996 Approved: Corrections: Seconded CORRESPONDENCE 1. Letter from John Smith addressed to Supervisor Smith re: Robinson Lane 2. Letter from West Point Confirming 6/19/97 concert. 3. Youth Bureau Calendar and Newsletter 4. Thank you for Dinner at Elks REPORTS K.D. B.G. le. E.K. J.E. S.M. R.F. RJ .H. NEW BUSINESS - Summer Playgrounds 1- Dates 2.- Fees OLD BUSINESS - MEETING ADJOURNED NEXT MEETING - 2/14/97 RECREATION COMMITTEE MINUTES JANUARY 10, 1997 NEXT MEETING FEBRUARY 14, 1997 AT 5:00 P.M. AT SCHLATHAUS PARK The regular meeting of the Town of Wappinger Recreation Committee was held January 10, 1997 at Schlathaus Park, All Angels Hill Road, Town of Wappinger, Dutchess County, New York. The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. by Chairman Ralph J. Holt. Others present were Kathi DeLisa, Senior Citizen Director, Committee Members James Chappas, Joseph Ennesser, Barbara Gutzler, Ellen Korz. Stephen Miller arrived at 5: 10 p.m. The minutes of the December 5,1996 meeting were approved on a motion by Miss Gutzler seconded by Mr. Chappas with the correction of two typographical errors. Page 3 loose should be lose and on page 4 pole should be poll. CORRESPONDENCE A letter was received from John Smith which was address to Supervisor Smith regarding improvements which are now needed on the Senior League 1 Field, which is located directly behind the snack bar. In his letter he mentioned that at the end of the 1997 baseball season they would like to begin repairs and improvements which are necessary to keep the field safe and playable. They indicated that they would like to have the field dug down and graded correctly so that there is no longer a drainage problem. In doing this they would also like to sod the field. Mr. Holt sent a reply stating that in the future all requests should be fOlwarded to the Recreation Committee and if after reviewing the particular situation if it should require Town Board approval the request would be then forwarded to them. He also requested the following information be submitted to the Committee with regard to the work proposed for Senior League Field # 1. They should prepare a detail plan of what they want to accomplish. They should list the vendors and/or personnel that will be doing the work and we should be given detailed cost estimates and meet with Little League Officials to discuss the plan. A letter was received from West Point confirming the date of June 19, 1997 for the Jazz Knights to perform at Schlathaus Park. A winter newsletter and a copy of the 1997 Youth Bureau Calendar has been received from the Dutchess County Youth Bureau. A thank you letter was received from Sue and Chet Albertson for the wonderful Christmas Party that was held at the Elks Club. OUTGOING CORRESPONDENCE I. A memo was forwarded to Supervisor Smith regarding the salary for the Director of Recreation and also for permission to advertise for a full time maintenance position. 2. A memo was forwarded to the Town Board to encumber funds for the excavation work to be done at various parks to put in the pea gravel. 3. Thank you letters were sent to all businesses and professionals who contributed to the Senior Christmas party at the Elks on December 12, 1996 4. A letter was sent to the Editor of the Poughkeepsie Journal regarding the Elks Christmas Party. 5. A letter was sent to the Editor of the Southem Dutchess News regarding the Elks Christmas party . 6. A memo was sent to Dyna Watch to change the personnel for the Robinson Lane alarm system. 7. A letter was sent to Bea Seagull regarding the "Mind your Mind Workshops". 8. A thank you letter was sent to Peter Marchelos for speaking on Medicare/U.S. Health Care. 9. A letter and certified copy of the Town's resolution to accept the 1997 Y.D.D.P. funds was sent to the D. C. Youth Bureau. SENIOR CITIZEN REPORT Mrs. DeLisa handed out a report on the Senior's activities for the month of December 1996. This report is attached to these minutes. AIRPORT P ARKIROCKINGHAMlSOCCER Mr. Chappas mentioned that there is snow on the fields but reminded us that we have to do something regarding the handicapped parking at Airport Park. This was promised to a resident during the fall session of soccer. The estimates that we received for doing this work was approximately $7,500. We have to have some commitments made so that the work is done by Opening Day. Mr. Holt mentioned that per the request received from soccer officials, that some dirt has been moved to Rockingham for patching and fixing of the holes in the fields. It was suggested to Mr. Chappas that he remind the officials that they should go through him instead of calling the recreation office. They should also give the office some time and not expect to call the office one day and expect a delivery or usage of Schlathaus the same day or the next. Sometimes it takes a while to contact the necessary people to effect the request. 2 RYMER PROPERTY Mr. Ennesser mentioned that he, Steve Tompkins and Mr. Friedman walked the Rymer and Woodland Court Properties and he is presently working on a layout of the area for a new playground. DOCKS AT CHELSEA Mr. Ennesser mentioned that the request to encumber the $4,000. from the 1996 budget for the upgrading of the docks has been approved. It was requested that a letter be sent to the Town Board requesting a P.O. for the $6,000. in the 1997 budget so that we can get the vendor working on the 1 st phase of the dock system so that it is ready in the Spring when we are ready to put in the docks. He also mentioned that we had received a call from Albany regarding the grant application that was submitted in October. Evidently they had misplaced the application and wanted another copy in order to review it. WINTER PROGRAMS Mr. Ennesser mentioned that he had been to the sign ups for the gymnastics at Myers on Saturday, January 4th and that approximately 60 children were registered. They are expecting more to sign up this week. Mr. Goldner also requested that the Town purchase some equipment to be used for this program i.e. parallel bars and a balance beam. Mr. Ennesser asked him to check into the prices of this equipment. Mr. Holt was at the sign up for the basketball program at the Sheafe Road School and mentioned that 20 children have registered so far. Mrs. Roe indicated that she had received several calls regarding registration and that there should be more this coming Saturday. There also is a problem with the director of this program. The current director is unable to do the entire program so we are looking for someone to replace him. Mrs. Roe was at the Aerobic sign up on Tuesday night and approximately 15 signed up. It was indicated that more would be in to sign up on Thursday night but because of the snow they did not show up. There was also some communication problems regarding the cancellation of the program in the event ofincIement weather and Mrs. Roe was unable to get in touch with the Director "D.1."so she had to go to the school. This problem has since been worked out and contact will be made in case of bad weather. SCHLATHAUSPARK Miss Gutzler mentioned that we should consider putting in a walkway into the Park to access wheelchairs. Mr. Holt mentioned that he would like to see a section of the area in front of the stage also blacktopped for this purpose and for dancing when we have the summer concerts. 3 He hopes to present some plans for the next meeting Le. footage etc. SPOOK HILL It was mentioned that we still have not received any answers regarding cleaning of the paint on the building at Spook Hill. Mr. Miller mentioned that he would be willing to write a letter to the company requesting help in cleaning the graffiti from the building if we can get the name from Mr. Petrus. Mr. Holt mentioned that the maintenance guys will be cleaning out the brush and junk from around the building at Spook Hill as long as the snow doesn't effect the work. We will also be looking to do some paving around the building and to put up a higher fence. ADVERTISING It has been mentioned several times that since the residents have to pay for the Southern Dutchess News that a lot are not aware of our programs. Mr. Ennesser met with the receptionist at Channel 6 and was told that they would put articles on the Community Bulletin Board. The information must be brought in at least two weeks prior to the event. CHAIRMAN'S REPORT Mr. Holt thanked all members of the committee for all their efforts in 1996. We have continued to move forward. He also mentioned that it was suggested at our last meeting that the members not be paid only for attending meetings but that different criteria be made to evaluate this stipend. There are times when someone is unable to attend a meeting but they put in much time doing work on weekends and during the day to help provide our programs and to inspect our recreation areas. We feel that we should not be penalized if we are not able to make the meeting when we have put in many hours promoting programs. Mr. Holt mentioned that a letter will be sent to the Town Board requesting that this payment not be tied to a meeting. It was discovered that the other boards get paid for meetings along with other inspections. Mr. Holt mentioned that the maintenance guys have been at Castle Point clearing the outfield on the top field. They have done a fantastic job clearing the area and if we are able to get some fill we will be able to extend the field making it better for the softball players to use the field. The maintenance guys will be working at Sch1athaus in the house to clean up the place and do some painting. The toilet and sinks are in terrible shape because of the water situation. It was suggested that we call Camo to see what else can be done with the water. Since we do not use the water constantly every day, the smell is terrible. When the members of the "Evergreen Chorus" were using the building prior to the Christmas Entertainment the smell reeked 4 through the whole house. It even smelled sulphur outside if the door was opened. As was mentioned, a letter was sent to Supervisor Smith requesting permission to advertise for a full time maintenance person. This slot is open from the retirement of Mr. Vorndran. Mr. Tompkins is the youngest of our personnel and the rest are retired persons. Mr. Rompala is in his early 70's and his main job is cutting grass. Mr. Endress is in his 60's and has recently had a triple bypass although he has been given a clean bill of health from his doctor. Mr. Boss is also a retired person. We really need some young muscle. Mr. Holt requested that we be able to offer this position at least $17,500. Mr. Holt mentioned that Little League is planning on subcontracting the cleaning of the store to be done some time in February. They are planning on taking out and stripping everything. Mr. Holt noted that our maintenance personnel will be on top of what is going on since the building is alarmed. It was noted that we are in need of a bank of names for the different programs that we run. An article should be written to establish a pool of volunteers, directors etc to run our various programs. A discussion took place regarding the Summer Program. Since school does not get out until Tuesday June 24th, if we started the camp on June 30th the seventh week would bring us to August 15th which is late for some of the counselors. It was decided that we start the camp on June 25th the Wednesday and run it until Tuesday, August 12th. The committee also discussed the fees for the summer program. After a discussion Miss Gutzler made a motion to raise the fees to $30. for the first child in a faIJrily and $20.00 for each additional child. The motion was seconded by Mr. Miller with all in favor. A letter will be written to the Town Board regarding this as soon as possible since we have to establish these fees prior to April when we will be scheduling the registration and advertising will be done.g The meeting was adjourned at 6:40 p.m. on a motion by Mr. Ennesserseconded by Mrs. Korz. Interviews were then held for the position of Director of Recreation. Peggy Roe Secretary 5 BILLS PAID DURING JANUARY 1997 1996 PAY ABLES A-1620AO CENTRAL HUDSON GAS & ELECTRIC Schlathaus Park Myers Comers & All Angels Hill Tennis Courts Robinson Lane 63048 131.61 16.39 293.66 A-7110A Bottini Fuel - Montfort Road Bottini Fuel - Schlathaus Park Smith Tire Williams Lumber Williams Lumber 65.70 186.96 708.84 11.47 248.30 1997 BILLS A-1620AO CENTRAL HUDSON GAS & ELECTRIC Airport Park 44.65 A-1620A' FRONTIER COMMUNICATIONS Robinson Lane 21.15 NYNEX Martz Field 297 -9928 4.28 Spook Hill 297-9861 5.58 Schlathaus Park 297-4752 23.66 Quiet Acres 297 -7780 4.28 Barn-Montfort Road 297-3692 25.63 A-711OA Dyna Watch - Montfort Road 240.00 Dyna Watch - Schlathaus Park 240.00 A-7620A Poughkeepsie Journal 27.30 . '. JANUARY 1997 REPORT TO THE RECREATION COMMISSION FOR THE MONTH OF DECEMBER 1996 SENIOR CITIZEN CENTER December activities at the Senior citizen center included the regular schedule of arts/crafts, oil painting, photo club, exercise, line dancing, videos, bingo, puzzles, creative writing, cards and games. The center was closed christmas Day. The center Christmas party at Villa Borghese was rescheduled to Dec. 13th due to inclement weather on the 6th. 115 seniors attended the gala affair. Johnny Dell entertained us with great music, santa arrived to hand out a gift to all, food was great and all had a super time! The Holiday party at the Elks Lodge on the 12th was spectacular! This is open to all Town Seniors and sponsored by the Rec. commission and the Wappinger Elks Lodge. Donations and prizes are provided by local businesses and professionals. Music was provided by Johnny Dell. This event is so popular!! But the facilities and funds provided for only 180 seniors. We would like to accommodate more seniors for this event and will work on ways to increase donations to make this possible. on the 19th, 85 seniors enjoyed a "little Christmas" party at the center. Light refreshments were served. Many seniors brought cookies and "goodies" for all. We sang Christmas carols, laughed and just had a good time sharing in the Christmas spirit. Instead of the usual "Christmas Grab Bag",the seniors adopted a needy family of 8 for Christmas. EVeryone brought in food, some brought gifts for the children and parents. We filled numerous boxes of food and wrapped many gifts for the family. All were delighted to help a family less fortunate and to help them have a Merry Christmas. other Dec. events included a talk on U.S. Health Care and Medicare on the 5th, Blood pressure on the 11th, our monthly birthday party, plus a special birthday party for a senior who turned 80. There are 196 members registered at the center and 206 on the waiting list. ITEMS TO BE NOTED: 1. 1996 was a very active and busy year at the center. JANUARY 1997 TOWN OF WAPPINGER SENIOR CITIZEN CENTER: OPEN 10:00A.M.-3:00P.M. 20 Middlebush Rd.. Wappinsers Falla. NY, 12590 Ph~n~;297-3670 Dir~tlt~rl Kdthi O~Li~d MON. FRI TUES. WED. THURS ANUARY BIRTHDAYS: 118 Rudy Monaco 1 Chickie Cohen 121 Toni ~ulliam 1 Dorthea Dombrowski 121 Mary Tammaro 3 America Terralavoro24 LaVerne Kowalchuk 7 Henry Rigler 24 Nicki Silvestri 8 Adele Miro 26 Victor Tesan 1 George Kiouttes 28 Angelo Sarno* 5 Rita Florence* 21 LINDA SOTO 6 I 7 I I I 0: PHOTO CLUB!!! 10-Noon: OIL PAINTING O-Noon: arts/crafts 10-Noon: arts/crafts rOON: LUNCH NOON: LUNCH 2:30-3:cards/games 12:30-3: cards/games 3 I I 0: PHOTO CLUB! ! ! O-Noon: arts/crafts lOON: LUNCH 2:30-3: cards/games :0 I 1 MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY! ! ! THE CENTER IS CLOSED! ! ! ! ~7 .0: PHOTO CLUB .O-Noon: arts/crafts lOON: LUNCH .2iSO=S HKfa~/~Hm~~ 14 1 I 10-Noon: OIL PAINTING 10-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH 12:30~3: cards/games 1 1 I I 1 I 1 I 1 I NEW YEAR I S DAY!! THE CENTER IS CLOSED! ! A HAPPY & HEALTHY NEW YEAR!!!! 8 110:-Noon: BLOOD I I PRESSURE! ! ! 10-11: EXERCISE 10-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH 12:30-3: cards/games! 15 IHAT DAY!! WEAR 1 A HAT TODAY!! ! ! 10-11: EXERCISE 10-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH 12:45-2: BINGO! BINGO! 21 INAT"L HUGGING DAY 22 1 I LINDA'S BIRTHDAY I 10-Noon: OIL PAINTING 10-11: EXERCISE 10-Noon: arts/crafts 10-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH NOON: LUNCH 12~30-3~ cards/games 12~45-3~ BINGO !BINGO ! 1 2 I I 1 110-11: EXERCISE 110-Noon: arts/crafts INOON: LUNCH 112:45-2: BINGO!BINGO! 1 91 I 10-11: EXERCISE 10-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH 12:45-2: BINGO! BINGO ! 16 I I 10-11: EXERCISE 10-11: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH 12:30-3:cards/games 12:30-3: VIDEO 23IT-SHIRT DAY!!!! I WEAR YOURS 10-11:EXERCISE 10-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH 12~45-2~BINGO!BANGO! 281 291 30 1 1 1 I 10-Noon: OIL PAINTINGI10-11: EXERCISE 10-11: EXERCISE 10-Noon: arts/crafts 110-Noon: arts/crafts 10-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH INOON: LUNCH INOON: LUNCH/BIRTHDAY 12:30-3: cards/games 112:45-3: BINGO! BINGO! 1 PARTY!!!! I 11?:~A-~: curdslp.umes T~::i -:i: l~rl nl!./grlllll'!' I 3 I 1 I 10-11:LINE DANCING 10-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH 12-30-3:cards/games 12:30-3: VIDEO 10 1 I 10-11: LINE DANCING 110-Noon: arts/craft NOON: LUNCH 12:30-3: cards/games 171 1 10-11: LINE DANCING! 10-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH 12:30-3: cards/games 24 I 1 10-11:Line Dancing 10-Noon: arts/crafts NOON: LUNCH 12~30-3~ cards/games 31 INAT"L POPCORN DA~ I I 10-11: LINE DANCING I 10-Noon: arts/crafts I NOON: LUNCH I 12:30-3: cards/games I t~:~R-?: VID~O I .... ::l -:i: V 11)1-.() I I taJ~1?1?Il'fG-E.R- SE;~IOR- l'fE.VJ S By Kathi DeLisa, Director JANUARY 1997 HAPPy NEW YEAR!!!! A very happy and healthy New Year to each and everyone of you. May the New Year bring you laughter, love, joy, health, wealth and lots of fun parties! Before we get down to January business, Regina, Linda and I would like to thank you all for your generous and wonderful Christmas gifts and wishes. We truly appreciate all you do for us. Thank you so much and a big hug for all of you!!!!! Need a rest from ~ll the parties? Need to recharge those party batteries? Need time to think about those New Year's Resolutions? Well, just a little break ok? On Jan. 15th we will have our annual HAT DAY!! Come to the Center wearing your craziest hat creation. Check your closet, junk drawers, craft box, where ever! Hats can be goofy, pretty, silly, ugly, droopy. Just have fun. Prizes for the best!!!! On the 23rd we'll have our second T-SHIRT DAY!!!. So wear your WAPPINGER T-SHIRT and let's party. This is also a Bingo!Bango! day so we should have a good time. Other January news: Blood Pressure is held on the 8th. Birthdays will be celebrated on the 30th. Remember, those with birthdays are asked to bring a cake for the party. We will all help you celebrate. Bingo days are Wed. the 15th, 22nd and 29th and Thurs. the 2nd, 9th, and 23rd. The Center is closed Jan. 1, New Year's Day and Jan 20th, Martin Luther King's birthday. Thank you all for your generous contributions to the needy family of eight. There were lots of canned goods, pastas, etc. as well as gifts for the children. With the monies that was donated, we were able to provide a large ham, potatoes, yams, onions, carrots other fresh vegetables, fruits and even a pie for desert. This was all possible 1 the Writing Class! Don't be shy! Share your thoughts and creativity with us!!!!I will include these in the newsletter. We have many talented seniors at the Center. Some do crafts, some paint or draw, some write poetry and/or stories, some have wonderful and creative ideas. You may submit your "writing" or even a drawing or cartoo~ to me at any time. I am sure we will all enjoy reading or seeing the creativity of our fellow seniors. Winter is here and the weather may turn a bit nasty. Please note Exercise and Line Dancing will be cancelled if the schools are closed due to snow or ice. However, that does not necessarily mean the Center is closed. For Center closing information, please listen to WEOK; 1390 AMon your radio. In regard to paying dues. Many of you are now paying your dues on a yearly basis and for that your Treasurers thank you. "This has made bookkeeping much easier and efficient. Many have chosen to do this as they cannot be at the Center every week and want to participate in our special events. Yearly dues is $25.00. Many of you pay on a monthly basis and that too makes it easier to keep track of. Those paying on a weekly basis will be asked to pay $1.00 a week. The reason for this is fairness. There are many who pay monthly or yearly and do not come every week, but still pay their dues. Your Treasurer says that for those paying dues by the month, January dues is $2.00. Those on the waiting list are welcome to,pay dues. This entitles you to join our "out of Center" activities at a reduced cost. HAPPy NEW YEAR TO ALL AND TO ALL A BIG HUG! ! ! 3 1 , (r It ~ r " , ' , " ~: ., [g[ID[Q][ID~~[Q][ID[Q]1 ACROSS 1 Chop a tree 4 Ship's letters 7 Door handle 11 Aroma 13 Receive 15 Alaskan city 16 _ colada 17 Monsters 18 "Chestnuts roasting _ open fire" (2 wds.) 19 And so forth (abbr.) 20 Ump's kin 21 Diner patrons 23 Beer barrels 25 Schoolorg. 26 Moisten tlie meat 28 Old Testament prophet 32 Strike out a batter, informally 33 Whet 35 Sleek 37 Skating place 39 Mighty tree 40 Bark shrilly 41 Tennis's Nastase ,42 Grant of "Father Goose" 43 Chicken _ king (2 wds.) 44 Transmitter 46 Green with age 49 The living _ 50 Fling 51 Hire different actors 55 Large container 56 Chile's neighbor (abbr.) , 59 Smooth 60 Wipe out 62 Coin factory 64 Small hollow 65 Corrodes 66 In the distance 67 Fast jets to Paris (abbr.) 68 Martha Washington, _ Dandridge 69 Itinerary abbr. DOWN 1 Move like a bunny 2 Singer Adams 3 Will not 4 Entreats 5 Medieval worker 6 Witness 7 Nautical mile 8 Zero 9 Actor, _ Sharif 10 Gazzara and Vereen 12 Shelves for records 13 Eat greedily 14 Fly that carries a sleeping sickness 22 Org. that helps motorists 24 John Tesh/Mary Hart show, for short 25 TV host Lee 26 Empties a leaking boat 27 Sharpshooter Oakley 29 Like dangerous winter roads 30 Winning 31 Mountainous 32 Weekday (abbr.) 33 Squirrel away 34 Rowboat accessory 36 Busy professional during tax season (abbr.) 38 Actor-dancer,_ Berry 42 Middle 45 _ Moines 46 Softens 47 Sooner _ later 48 Peruvian pack animal 50 Rapidity 51 Cerise and maroon 52 Nights before holidays 53 Penny 54 Insect pests 55 Ming Dynasty relic 57 Plentiful 58 Insect 61 Dash 63 It comes before la-Ia : \ : \ i i I-j ! :