The Board of Recreation meeting was called to order at 7 p.m. by Mark Mikulski, Chairman.
Members Present: Mark Mikulski, Michael Palmerie, Jr., William Sereduck, Mary Welch, Mary Witham, and Larry Fitzgerald - arrived at 7:02 p.m.
Absent Members: Frank Bainer
Guests:Candy Flormann, Representative for the Dive In Booster Club of Woodland High School.
C. Flormann addressed the Board regarding a Stroke and Turn Clinic for participants entering grades 9 thru 12 next year. They have two NCAA swimming coaches to conduct the camp. This Clinic will be held in the evening for 4 nights from August 21 to August 24, 2006. The fee for the camp will run approximately $200 - $225 per swimmer.
The Board thanked C. Flormann for her proposal and informed her that C. Moffo would be in touch with her once the Board makes their decision.
Minutes: Motion made by M. Witham, seconded by L. Fitzgsrald to approve the March 8,2006 minutes. Unanimous
Program Director's Report:
C. Moffo reviewed his report with the Board, (see attached report)
B. Sereduck requested C. Moffo to meet with Mr. Nuzzo, Principal of Community School, concerning the number of injuries that have occurred on their gym floor.
B. Sereduck suggested a non-skid wax be used prior to the floor hockey program start-up.
The Board discussed Algonquin School having recess at Canfield Park. B. Sereduck asked C. Moffo to obtain a copy of Region 16's insurance certificate in the event a child is injured while playing on town property.
The Strength and Conditioning program for 7th and 8th grade boys and girls to be held at WRHS was discussed. A certified coach would be running this clinic. The Board approved this program.
Lynne Mohlenbrok's swim lesson program that she would like to run for the remainder of the school year on Saturday afternoons was discussed. The Board agreed that this program can run for the number of weeks that the money remaining in that line item would allow it to.
The Stroke and Turn Clinic presented by C. Flormann this evening was discussed. No cost would be absorbed by the Board of Recreation. The Board approved this Clinic anc asked C. Moffo to inform C. Flormann of their decision.
A user fee for the concession stand at Hotchkiss Field was discussed. The Board requested C. Moffo to contact surrounding towns to see if they charge a user fee.
Prospect Soccer has requested using the concession stand to sell soda and snack items. The Soccer Association has been informed by C. Moffo there cannot be any food preparation. Also, according to Chesprocott the concession stand cannot be used until a sink is installed.
C. Moffo will inform soccer that the concession stand can not be used until a sink is installed and there may be a user fee.
Sherri Cocchiola's Women's Soccer League program was discussed. This league will consist of pickup games at Hotchkiss being played with those women who are in attendance.
B. Sereduck questioned if this is going to be a league and what equipment they will need.
C. Moffo stated he would obtain more details from S. Cocchiola. The Board approved of the Fishing Derby.
C. Moffo informed the Board that Wendell Cross Elementary School has requested the use of Hotchkiss Field on June 7th for their field day. The Board agreed to Wendell Cross using the Field; however they must pay for the port-o-lets.
Correspondence/payment of bills:
Letter from David Byrne regarding the Stroke and Turn Clinic Prospect Parks and Recreation Spring & Summer Program Brochure.
Bills were reviewed and discussed.
Motion made by M. Mikulski, seconded by L. Fitzgerald to pay the bills. Unanimous
Old Business:
Discussion followed regarding the development of a baseball field at Hotchkiss Field.
Access to the ball field was discussed. B. Sereduck suggested that the Mayor and G. McCarthy be invited to the next meeting to discuss the storage/rest room facility and future development of the park. C. Moffo will invite them to the next meeting.
M. Mikulski questioned why the Board would be developing a baseball field for the American Legion.
L. Fitzgerald stated that the baseball field would be used by Region 16 and the Americai Legion.
B. Sereduck commented if a baseball field is developed at Hotchkiss then we can use the baseball field at Canfield for girls softball.
B. Sereduck suggested the Board make a list of priorities and decide what needs to be done first.
C. Moffo indicated that he would like to have the soccer fields repaired and leveled before beginning work on a baseball field.
B. Sereduck questioned if anyone found out if the Board is liable for anything to be done at Cipriano Park.
C. Moffo stated he would research this.
Motion made by M. Mikulski, seconded by M. Witham to adjourn. Unanimous This meeting adjourned at 9:17 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Mark Mikulski, Chairman