This table is used for column layout.
	May 2016 Regular Meeting Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Date: May 3rd   2016 Time: 4:30pm Parks & Recreation Office Minutes Present:  Jeremy Hall, Shawn Mullen, Rich Norkun, Deb Mckinney, Tim Adams, John Wright, Dan Reilly, Alan Hurst Call to Order:  Rich Norkun called to order the May 3, 2016 Regular Meeting of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.    Approval of the minutes of the April 5, 2016 Regular Meeting:  Tim Adams motioned to approve the minutes, John Wright seconded.  All approved.   Audience of Citizens:  Adam Gora, Joe McGuire, Emilee Doney, Sarah Riddell, Tucker McGuire   Communications:  None Unfinished Business Seamster Park Playground Jeremy Hall made a presentation regarding the playground structure located at Seamster field.  The playground is currently not up to code and is a liability for the town. Jeremy laid out several different options for removal and replacement of the structures.  There was an open discussion with the public in attendance about the plans and the process.  The Parks and Recreation Department will work to create a plan of action to address this project.   Seasonal Employment Update The hiring process for seasonal employment has concluded.  Staff trainings have been scheduled.  We are looking forward to the summer season.   Dog Park Progress Jeremy Hall updated the group on the status of the potential Dog Park idea.  We are waiting to find out if this project will be feasible.   New Business Program update Shawn Mullen gave a report on the status of Parks and Recreation Programs.   Adult Programing The Parks and Recreation Department is looking to expand what is being offered for the adult population.   2016-2017 Fall and Winter Programing The program planning process for Fall and Winter has started.  We are looking for new ideas for programs.   Repair work at Sears Park The boat launch driveway side of Sears Park needs to be repaired.  The lower parking area will be replaced with a gravel surface.  Plans to replace the berm and repair the upper parking area are planned as well.  This will be a two part job.  The Parks and Recreation Department is looking to have this accomplished by the start of Summer Camp.   Other Concerns:  None Director’s Report Budget update Jeremy Hall gave a report on the status of the Parks and Recreation Budget.    Committee Reports Recreational Facility Nothing at this time.    Adjournment:  Deb Mckinney motioned to adjourn the meeting.  Tim Adams seconded. All approved.