The Board of Recreation meeting was called to order by Mike Palmerie, Jr. and seconded by William Sereduck at 7:00p.m.
Board Members Present: William Sereduck, Sharon Abney, Larry Fitzgerald, Mike Palmerie, Jr., Dick Cipriano, and Mary Witham
Board Members Absent: Mary Gluck,
Also Present: Christopher Moffo, Director of Parks and Recreation; Dr. Thomas Patavino, Thoracic Park
Guest / Public Participation:
Dr. Thomas Patavino presented a proposal between Thoracic Park and The Department of Parks and Recreation entitled the Upper Hand Sports Institute. This program would be a fitness program that could be used to enhance any sport as well as serve as an outlet for kids who do not participate in other organized sports. This program would offer various classes for different age levels. Dr. Patavino stated that the classes would be held during the evening, and classes would preferably be a maximum of 20 participants per class. The Board of Recreation also inquired about the potential possibility of offering services to Senior Citizens. The Board of Recreation and Dr. Patavino discussed obtaining proof of insurance coverage. Please see proposal attached to the Program Director’s Report for further details.
Program Director’s Report:
The Board of Recreation members reviewed the Program Director’s Report.
Correspondence / Payment of Bills:
C. Moffo reviewed bills received:
C. Moffo reviewed the bills paid:
C. Moffo reviewed correspondence from Mayor Chatfield regarding budget preparation. Please see the Program Director’s Report for further details.
Motion to amend the agenda:
William Sereduck motioned to amend the agenda to add Approval of Minutes to the agenda. Larry Fitzgerald seconded the motion. Motion unanimous. Approval of minutes was added to the December 10, 2008 Board of Recreation Meeting Agenda.
Approval of Minutes:
· The Board of Recreation reviewed the November 12, 2008 meeting minutes.
The Board of Recreation motioned to amend the November 12, 2008 minutes with the following corrections:
1st Bullet under Correspondence / Payment of Bills: The bill received from Silver Mill Tours was changed from $1080 to $675.
4th Bullet under New Business: The Board of Recreation discussed obtaining vandal proof signs stating the closing of the restroom facilities at Hotchkiss Field.
3rd Bullet under Program Director’s Report: The Board of recreation discussed obtaining a quote from J&T Electrical Contractors regarding additional lighting at Hotchkiss Field.
A motion was made by Mike Palmerie, Jr. to approve the minutes as amended and Dick Cipriano seconded the motion. Motion unanimous. The November 12, 2008 meeting minutes were approved as amended.
Old Business:
The Board of Recreation reviewed property maps for the land around McGrath Park. C. Moffo informed the Board of Recreation that there is an easement to McGrath Park through Region 16 Property. The Board of Recreation reviewed land transfer documents. C. Moffo will obtain more information regarding land transfers from the town of Prospect to Region 16.
The Board of Recreation discussed updating the lights at Hotchkiss Field. The Board of Recreation discussed the proposal and quote from J&T Electrical Contractors for adding additional lighting at Hotchkiss Field. C. Moffo informed the Board of Recreation that the current wiring will not hold any additional lighting. The Board of Recreation discussed replacing existing lights with new bulbs instead of adding new lighting to the fields. C. Moffo will look into obtaining a quote for the replacement of the lights.
New Business:
The Board of Recreation discussed a Recycle, Reuse, and Create Program proposal from Pat Vlamis. The Board of Recreation agreed to move ahead with this program.
The Board of Recreation discussed The Crochet Made Easy program proposal (attached to the Program Director’s Report). The Board of Recreation agreed to move ahead with this program.
The Board of Recreation discussed the Sing Out Loud, Sing Out Strong Program proposal. The Board of Recreation agreed to move ahead with this program.
The Board of Recreation discussed Dr. Thomas Patavino’s Upper Hand Sports Institute program proposal. The Board of Recreation agreed that Dr. Patavino would need to acquire independent insurance. The Board of Recreation agreed to move ahead with this program as long as insurance is independently obtained. C. Moffo will also speak with Dr. Patavino about the cost of the program.
The Board of Recreation discussed Joe Fortier and Tony Mountinho’s Youth Soccer Camp proposal. The Board of Recreation agreed that the Board of Recreation will not move ahead with this program due to current programs that are already in existence. The Board of Recreation will suggest that Joe Fortier and Tony Mountinho contact the Prospect Soccer League to discuss their program proposal.
The Board of Recreation discussed instituting a Preteen Camp (see Program Director’s Report for further details). The Board of Recreation agreed to move ahead with this program.
C. Moffo discussed the possibility of contacting Southern Connecticut State University regarding obtaining a summer Parks and Recreation intern.
The Board of Recreation reviewed the proposed the 2009-2010 calendar Board of Recreation meeting dates. Mary Witham motioned to set the 2009-2010 calendar Board of Recreation meeting dates. Mike Palmerie, Jr. seconded the motion. Motion unanimous. The 2009-2010 calendar meeting dates were approved.
William Sereduck presented the Board of Recreation with his resignation letter effective immediately. The Board of Recreation thanked William Sereduck for his many years of exceptional work on the Board of Recreation.
Adjournment:
Motion made by William Sereduck and seconded by Dick Cipriano to adjourn. Motion unanimous. The meeting adjourned at 9:03p.m.
Larry Fitzgerald, Chairman
Jennifer Southard, Clerk