2012-05-10-REC-min (Lincoln Park Subcommittee)

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LINCOLN PARK SUB - COMMITTEE Minutes May 10, 2012 4:30 pm Present — David Williams, Chairman, Lynne Wilson, Nell Walker, Brian Kelley, Parker Hirtle Also present — Wendy Rudner, Recreation, Wesley Wirth, Landscape Architect, Bob Barnard, Landscape Contractor, Vanessa Tropeano, Parterre, Bob Pressman Mr. Williams opened the meeting at 4:35. Mr. Barnard introduced Ms. Tropeano. The committee discussed the proposal for maintenance presented by Mr. Barnard. He explained that Ms. Tropeano will be on site for approximately one hour each time Mr. Barnard's landscape crew was working. In addition, one Parterre employee will work with Mr. Barnard's crew at each visit. There was a lengthy discussion about maintenance and possible additional plantings. Motion — Lynne Wilson moved to hire Barnard Landscape Contractor for Lincoln Park maintenance. Brian Kelley seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. Dog signs — Mr. Williams showed the committee the new signs. There was a discussion about locating the signs. Bathrooms — Mr. Kelley opened the discussion about the fact that the donations received through the Lions Club will not be tax deductible. Therefore, Mr. Williams asked that large donations come to the Lincoln Park Committee. Levels of contributions were discussed. Mr. Kelley told the group that LexFun had agreed to assist in soliciting donations from businesses, etc. Wesley presented the text for the proposed signs at the entrances and at the podium area. He also said that Weston Nurseries will replace the azaleas that were lost over the winter. The meeting was adjourned at 4:35. The next meeting will be on May 31, 2012, at 4 pm. Respectfully submitted, Lynne. Wi on