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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2004-03-31-REC-min Town of Lexington Recreation Committee Sandra Shaw, Chairman Tel: (781) 862-0500 x262 Pamela Varrin, Vice Chairman Fax: (781) 861-2747 Frederick DeAngelis Donald A. Chisholm Richard Thuma RECREATION COMMITTEE MEETING March 31, 2004 Members Present: Sandra Shaw, Don Chisholm, Pam Varrin, Dick Thuma, and Rick DeAngelis Staff Present: Karen Simmons, Dave Pinsonneault, and Sheila Butts AGENDA 1. Citizens and Other Boards 2. Meeting Minutes Don Chisholm moved that the minutes of the January and February, as amended, be approved. Pam Varrin seconded the motion. The January and February Recreation Committee minutes were approved 4-0-1 3. Skate Park Update No members of the Skate Park Committee were present. Karen Simmons reported that, as per the Recreation Committee recommendation, three benches were ordered after the March 1 deadline imposed upon the Skate Park Committee. Bob McConnell, Skate Park Committee Chairman, was informed of the purchase by letter. Karen Simmons informed the Committee that a bottom rail for the fence might have to be ordered to protect the bottom of the fence from damage. The fence is being damaged in one particular area. Also, some equipment damaged over the winter has been removed from the park and stored at 201 Bedford Street awaiting repairs by Tom Noble. The park is being heavily used. Dave Pinsonneault has spoken with Bob McConnell regarding landscaping. He also wants to order additional trash receptacles for the facility. Dick Thuma inquired as to the new signs for the park. He suggested that the sign on site currently advertising the “Future Site of the Lexington Skate Park” be removed. Dave Pinsonneault stated that he would have it removed. Karen Simmons reported that Bob McConnell was ordering the new signs and that they should be received by April 1st. 4. Lincoln Park Update Karen Simmons and Sandra Shaw reported on their meeting with Lynne Wilson, Lincoln Park Sub-Committee, regarding the toilet facilities at Lincoln Park. Lynne Wilson is 1625 MASSACHUSETTS AVENUE • LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS 02420 V:\Recreation Committee.REC\2004-03-31-REC-min.doc 2 committed and motivated to assuring that the toilet facilities be completed at the park. Karen Simmons explained that unanticipated DEP requirements at the site would leave the Town with very little money, if any at all. Despite the donation of design plans for the building, the construction bids came in higher than expected. The Lincoln Park Sub-Committee is willing to assist, and will attend the next Recreation Committee meeting to discuss their proposed recommendations for the building. Don Chisholm asked if there had been any discussion with LYS or LYL. Karen Simmons reported that Bill Erickson, Youth Lacrosse, has indicated that they will contribute. Dick Thuma suggested that the building plans be amended to delete the concession stand portion of the building. He did not think that the money raised by selling food or drinks would be enough to offset the cost of that portion of the building. After brief discussion of the pro’s and con’s of a concession stand at Lincoln Park, both Pam Varrin and Rick DeAngelis suggested that future bids be elicited with and without the concession area. Karen expressed her concern. She has received many requests for concessions at Lincoln and the Center Complex. Dave Pinsonneault reported that the new drainage line has been installed at Lincoln Park. To date the line is working well. Work on the Little League field should be completed in time for the May 1 opening day, weather permitting. DPW has done some work on the softball field. The fitness stations will be installed as soon as the weather cooperates. 5. Town Meeting Articles Karen Simmons distributed background information regarding Kineens Park to Dick Thuma, and indicated that pictures would be sent to Rick DeAngelis for his presentation on the Adams Tennis and Basketball Courts. Sandra Shaw will notify Dick Thuma and Rick DeAngelis of the Town Meeting dates for these Capital presentations. 6. Recreation Report Karen Simmons reported that the Spring/Summer Brochure has been mailed and registration for spring and summer programs is ongoing. The Department is in the process of hiring summer staff. Potential candidates for the Aquatics Manager position have been interviewed, and the position should be filled within the next month. 7. Parks Report Dave Pinsonneault reported on the status of field preparations for the spring athletic season. th The Parks Department had hoped to have all fields ready for an April 5 start, but is backed up because of the rain. He told the Committee that he was working with the School Athletic Department and the youth leagues to ensure that the fields were playable and lined in time for their first games. 8. New Business Dick Thuma requested that the Recreation Committee revisit the topic of field permit charges and monitoring of field usage at a future Recreation Committee meeting. The next Recreation Committee meeting is scheduled for April 21, 2004 at 7:30 P.M. in the in Town Hall Room G15. The Recreation Committee meeting adjourned at 8:50 p.m.