Newtown Parks and Recreation Dog Park Subcommittee
3/15/2011 meeting notes:
In attendance: Kim Jaeckel, Benay Yaffe, Cat Fedorchek, RoseAnn Reggiano, Mary Ann Viesto, Monica Roberto and Kathryn Simonds
Topics and notes:
Update on land for dog park: Reggiano mentioned the engineers have drawings and she will meet on site with Amy Mangold to help convey our needs and get a better understanding. Following, the map will be released and we can post it on our web site, hopefully by mid April.
Sponsorships: Reggiano has sample with levels of donations; we need to decide how we will honor donors of different levels. Plaques, banners, bricks all good ideas to be further discussed.
Mt Pleasant Animal Hospital: M Viesto has been in contact with Dr. Vali who expressed interest in being a sponsor, suggesting expectations of signs and banners. Also a generous donation in memory of Dr. Brian Silverlieb was mentioned. Reggiano will forward information on dog hydrants, benches to Viesto for review.
Strutt Your Mutt:
Vendor lists have gone out, feedback is slow. Fedorchek offered to call to follow up in raising awareness and funds. Participation fee is $100 this year. 33 were mailed so far, Reggiano will send list out to committee for more suggestions and we will need phone numbers.
Signage: Jaeckel ordered lawn signs and stakes. Cost $383. They are due 3/18/11. Early placement in town prior to 4/24/11 and then more after the holiday once kids are back in school. Simonds will bring map to next meeting to pin point locations.
Posters: Jaeckel will volunteer her time to create a poster for the event, Reggiano will order posters. Everyone will do their part to place them in visible spots around town.
Premiums: Simonds showed sample of premium kerchief for SYM, approval to proceed was granted.
Ancillary Products: Dog Tees were approved, people tees were reviewed for color and approved for purchase. No date on items so they can be sold at future events.
Revenue: Reggiano working with Roberto to set up PayPal on registration thru our web site, easing application efforts and money collection.
Events: Viesto suggested we invite Dr Murray and her herding dogs for a demo at SYM, approved. We will also invite K-9 Baro and handler and the Jump Rope team for entertainment.
Jeff Tolson will be our EmCee/Grand Marshall! Promotion on posters and press will feature this news!
Communications:
Roberto offered to maintain interest through Constant Contact, she will work with Reggiano and follow up on suggestions to keep things active.
Cat Fedorchek is moving ahead with creating a list with Reggiano to tackle community support from Animal oriented businesses, possible sponsors for people Tee purchase.
Next meeting is April 19, 2011 3 Primrose St, Newtown Municipal Ctr, Rm 1
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