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Minutes -- September 2014
Committee members present — David Williams, Chairman, Brian Kelley, Bob Pressman, Lynne Wilson,
Cindy Kuechle
Others present— Wendy Rudner, Recreation, Miles Connors, Parterre, Wesley Wirth, Landscape
Architect
The Chairman opened the meeting at 4:10 pm. The minutes of April 28 and May 27 were approved as
written.
Sports bins - There was some discussion about the request by youth soccer to allow bins for sports
equipment at Lincoln Park. The Committee felt that, since the Recreation Committee has control over
the areas abutting the fields, they should make the decision about bins on these areas. However, the
Lincoln Park Sub - Committee does not support putting recreational sports bins on land that they have
developed and are still developing as a fitness /nature park.
The minutes of April 28 and May 27 were approved as written.
David commented that he sees increased usage of the nature areas with people taking pictures and
using the fitness stations. Miles told the group that they are trying to keep the pads clean at the fitness
stations. However, we need signs that say "no bike riding" on the boardwalk since it is dangerous for
both bikers and other users. David complimented Bob Barnard's crew who work at the park. Miles
agreed with him and said that they will work until the end of October. The meadow will be cut as late as
possible.
Boardwalk and sign maintenance — David explained that there was an ongoing problem maintaining
both the signage and the boardwalk. Brian has been generous with his time, but we shouldn't be
depending on him. The boardwalk is heaving in several places. Brian will look for someone to help with
maintenance.
Wesley told the committee that the rain garden at the bathrooms had some problems that are now
resolved. The Hydrangeas are stressed and will be replaced next year if needed. There are some other
issues with the plantings at the new bathrooms which will be taken care of in the spring if necessary.
Finances — David updated the group saying that last year at this time we had $856,000. This year we
have $905,000 although we have spent about $70,000 in the past year. At his request, Parterre has
given us a proposal for additional plantings. Miles explained the fall planting proposals — Meadow and
Azalea bed. There was a discussion about both the fall and spring proposals. Cindy MOVED to accept
the two proposals for fall plantings. Brian SECONDED the motion and it PASSED unanimously.
There was further discussion about the entire path including the overlook. No decisions were made.
The next meeting will be October 2, 2014, at 2 pm at the path.
The meeting was adjourned at 5:25 pm.
Respectfully submitted,