Draft Minutes PARC meeting 09/03/2020
Antrim Parks and Recreation Commission (PARC) Meeting Minutes
Sept. 03, 2020
Present: Robert Edwards, Joan Gorga, Isaac Lombard (Chair), Celeste Lunetta, Christine Morris, Tim Morehouse,
7:00 pm – 9:18 pm
Minutes: August 13th minutes were approved as read.
Shea Field
• Tim Grossi submitted a blanket request for AES and GBS use of field from 7:20 – 2:20 specifically for Physical Education classes and recess. This request asks for field use regardless of weather condition and removes the right of Celeste to close the field for repair. ConVal also requested an expedited field request process in case they need to use it for after school skills and drills.
The Commission discussed this request and felt it was appropriate to grant use on a month by month basis. This would allow us to monitor the condition of the fields and modify the agreement as necessary. Celeste will ask SMS and GBS to fill out a Special Use request form monthly. Celeste will also maintain the right to close the field or portions of the field as necessary to repair and maintain the field.
• PARC reviewed the draft Shea Field Letter of Agreement and recommended some modifications. The draft will be updated and reviewed next meeting.
Town Gym
• The Town Gym has not had much use due to the pandemic.
• Zumba classes will be starting in mid-September.
Memorial Park
• Skate park is being heavily used.
• Michael Redmond will start site work for the Gaga pit the weekend of Sept 11th.
Goodell Park
• Still awaiting determination if the truck is parked on town property.
Gregg Lake:
• Life guards are no longer on duty.
• Some beach staff will remain on duty until Labor Day.
• Lake Hosts will remain on duty through September.
• Celeste reported that $2800 was collected in parking fees this summer.
• Celeste recommended that we purchase a new life guard rescue board. The commission agreed.
• Tim reported that the Gregg Lake Association is supportive of a kayak rack at the beach. Tim was authorized to build a rack to hold approximately 12 kayaks. The rack will have holes so patrons can use a lock and owners will be required to post identification in case they need to be contacted. The rack is for town tax payers only. The cost to build is approximately $300.
Walking Trail
• The PARC plans to meet Saturday, Sept 12th at 9:00 am to walk the conservation property. The goal of this work is to identify property markers and right of way from Buttercup Lane.
Rec Department Update
• Celeste will update the PARC on draft budget during the Oct 8thmeeting. Celeste is looking to keep the budget the same as this past year.
• Celeste is receiving requests to play basketball at the town gym. Due to the pandemic she has had to say no.
• Fall programming will continue after Sept 21st. Soccer will be played based on the school cohorts.
Next Meeting: Thursday, October 8th , 7:00 pm location TBA