Beautification Commission
Thursday, May 7, 2009
Present: Helen Boardman; Pat Byrnes; Marylee Hickey; Dolores Kehoe; Sue Kickery; Mary Mourey; Betty Russell; Tony Russo.
Also Present: Bonnie Nichols, Director/Inspections and Permits
Absent: Pat Sirois
Roger Moss, Director/Park and Recreation
Bill Taylor, Director/Public Works
Call to order:
Vice-Chair Hickey called the meeting of the Beautification Commission to order at 7:23 p.m.
Acceptance of minutes of April 2, 2009
Betty Russell made a motion to accept the minutes of the April 2, 2009 meeting. Seconded by Dolores Kehoe . Approved.
Opportunity for citizens to speak: No report at this time.
Financial Report:
Mary Mourey reported for Vice chair Hickey that the General Budget balance is $ 7260.16.
Remembrance fund balance is $520.96.
Communications:
Information was received from the Arbor Day Foundation.
Chair's report: No report at this time.
Tree Warden's Report: No report at this time.
Old Business:
A. Arbor Day
Five Commissioners attended the event hosted by Goodwin School. Those in attendance were Helen Boardman, Pat Byrnes, Dolores Kehoe, Mary Mourey, Betty Russell and Tony Russo. A Dogwood Tree was purchased and it was in bloom.
Mayor Currey, as well as Roger Moss were in attendance. Town Council members Don Pitkin and Eric Thompson attended. Superintendent Zito spoke.
The program was enjoyed by all who attended and Commissioners spoke highly of the entertainment and the hospitality by Principal Brodeur, staff and students.
Langford School will be the host school for April 2010.
New Business
A. Beautification Awards
A list of potential awardees was distributed by Vice Chair Hickey. Sue Kickery also submitted addresses for consideration. These will be consolidated with the lists and will be forwarded to the membership. It was agreed that residential awards will be voted on for the month of June (up to 4 awards) along with a business award.
Other Business None. .
Concerns of the Commission
Discussion was held on the number of meetings held throughout the year for the Beautification Commission. Members concurred that there is limited business for the months of January and February. It was recommended that the Commission meet in August because of awards. The Town Clerk is notified of meetings in December for the following year. This issue will be on the agenda for June for a vote.
Sue Kickery questioned the July meeting date and if a meeting will be held. She is willing to have a picnic but would like to do it the last week in June. This will be an agenda item for June.
Commissioners requested that Tony Russo do an inventory of the barrels though out town. Members are concerned with the condition of the barrels. The Commissioners feel that it is necessary that barrels be purchased to replace those needed due to deterioration. Tony Russo stated he will do the inventory. At this time there is only one company that has barrels available for purchase. Home Depot and Lowe’s no longer carry these types of barrels. Tony will report back to the Commission in June.
Commissioners noted the following areas in town with concern of safety with trees fallen:
Greenwood – off of Hills
Corner of Burnside Avenue/Long Hill Street
Cummings/Walnut Streets – dead tree and clean up is needed
The clerk will email Bill Taylor with these concerns.
Payment of Bills:
Theresa Godreau (clerk) $ 75.00
Vice-Chair Hickey accepted the motion to pay the clerk made by Betty Russell. Seconded by Dolores Kehoe. Approved.
Adjournment:
There being no further business, Mary Mourey made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:20 p.m. Seconded by Betty Russell. Unanimous.
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