Pat Curtin, Chairperson
Mike Kapnis, Vice Chairperson
MaryAnn Curtin
James Shea
Laura Swanson
The Park and Recreation Commission held it’s meeting on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 at 6:45 P.M. at the Park, Recreation and Community Center located on Broad Street.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: ABSENT:
James Shea Michael Kapnis
Pat Curtin
MaryAnn Curtin
Laura Swanson
MINUTES
Laura Swanson made a motion to approve the minutes from January 2007 meeting.
Mary Ann Curtin seconded.
The vote was as follows:
Ayes Nays Absent
James Shea Michael Kapnis
Pat Curtin
MaryAnn Curtin
Laura Swanson
VISITORS
Recognizing Eagle Scout Evan Buso Jarnis and his project at the Salem Woods. The Commission presented Evan with a plaque in recognition of his great time and efforts.
Doug Parker - P.T. Cruisers, PTOC, PT owners club of the Northeast. They would like to have a show on the Common on Columbus Day weekend. The Commission would need an application to look over. Need a mapped out area of where the cars would be placed and the number of cars that would be on the Common.
Mary Ann Curtin made a motion to go forward and get the application and map of where the P.T.Cruisers are to be placed and go over it with the Commission to be voted on at the March 20, 2007 meeting. This and other details such as overtime, police detail, trash removal ect. will be discussed. Laura Swanson seconded.
The vote was as follows:
Ayes Nays Absent Present
James Shea Michael Kapnis
Pat Curtin
Maryann Curtin
Laura Swanson
Stacy Kraft and Lisa Spencer - Salem Community Garden Group Propose to have a neighborhood garden at the Mack Park. They would like the City to remove two dead trees from the area of interest, and the use of City water access.
James Shea made a motion to approve the Mack Park Plots with Doug Bollen over looking all details. The Commission will need to approve the fencing, and precisely where these plots are to be made. Laura Swanson seconded.
The vote was as follows:
Ayes Nays Absent
James Shea Michael Kapnis
Pat Curtin
MaryAnn Curtin
Laura Swanson
Salem Common Neighborhood Association - New tot lot Matthew Connell presented a letter and his vision for a new tot lot at the Salem Common. He stated that it is a high profile, social area. It will cost an estimated $30,000.00 to replace the tot lot. Dr. Curtin explained that right now their priority is the safety and upkeep of all playgrounds. He said they would love to replace all that is needed on the playgrounds but there are no funds. City Council has the authority over the Common.
James Shea made a motion to that at this time the Commission does not have the funds in the budget to afford to build a new playground at the Salem Common. The Commission does support the idea for a new Tot Lot, and the fundraising that will follow. Laura Swanson seconded.
The vote was as follows:
Ayes Nays Absent Present
James Shea Michael Kapnis MaryAnn Curtin
Pat Curtin
Laura Swanson
Councilor O'Keefe in favor of the Tot Lot and said he will support any efforts made by Councilor Sosnowski.
The Mayor's aid was present and also praised the project and spoke of looking into Grants for this project.
Holly Grose - Friends of Forest River Park
She would like to form an organization to help improve the park including the playground. She spoke of fundraising ideas. The Commission advised her to get the ball moving as soon as possible instead of trying to form a nonprofit right away. The Commission said to get the base of fundraising then go for the big plan (501c3). The Commission asked her to make a "Wish List" for the park. It was suggested that they could open the concession stand for some fundraising.
Matt Caruso - Jazz and Soul concert at the Willows 11 musicians proposed a concert at the Willows Shell on August 18, 2007 from 12:00 - 6:00. There will be 4-5 bands playing a free concert. They will have cooperate sponsors. They requested an area for the "green room" for band members, information area, and vendors. The vendors will be music related not to take away from the vendors in the Willows area.
James Shea made a motion to approve and waiver fee's for Matt Caruso's permit for the Salem Willows Shell, August 18, 2007 12:00 - 6:00 p.m. This motion also approves the vendors with Doug Bollen looking over all applications. Rain date for August 19, 2007. Laura Swanson seconded.
The vote was as follows:
Ayes Nays Absent
James Shea Michael Kapnis
Pat Curtin
MaryAnn Curtin
Laura Swanson
Salem Sound Coast Watch- Family Orientated Event
2nd Annual Swim n' fin Festival, Michael Medlock
Laura Swanson made a motion to approve the Saturday July 28, 29, 7a.m. - 5p.m. 2nd Annual Swim n' fin Festival. James Shea seconded.
The vote was as follows:
Ayes Nays Absent
James Shea Michael Kapnis
Pat Curtin
MaryAnn Curtin
Laura Swanson
Foley Field discussion
MaryAnn Curtin made a motion to have a dedication of the Mack Park Softball Field made to the late Mr. Foley. This dedication is in recognition of all his time served as Park Superintendent, and all of his time and effort he made to the City of Salem. Laura Swanson seconded.
The vote was as follows:
Ayes Nays Absent
James Shea Michael Kapnis
Pat Curtin
MaryAnn Curtin
Laura Swanson
The Commission would like to make it an event.
James Shea made a motion to deny any requests to name anything in the City after a person if the person being honored, has not been deceased for a minimum of five years. MaryAnn Curtin seconded.
The vote was as follows:
Ayes Nays Absent
James Shea Michael Kapnis
Pat Curtin
MaryAnn Curtin
Laura Swanson
Laura Swanson made a motion to RFP the Winter Island taxi for 2 years. MaryAnn Curtin seconded.
The vote was as follows:
Ayes Nays Absent
James Shea Michael Kapnis
Pat Curtin
MaryAnn Curtin
Laura Swanson
DOUG BOLLEN’S REPORT
Old Business
Open Space - fundraising discussion, inventory, ect.
New Business
Laura Swanson presented an idea of having an Appreciation night. Fundraiser/Awards Night. People can recommend someone who's done over and beyond the call of duty. James Shea said this would stimulate more volunteers.
James Shea made a motion to have Laura Swanson in a sub-committee to be named regarding this Park Appreciation Committee. Laura Swanson seconded.
The vote was as follows:
Ayes Nays Absent
James Shea Michael Kapnis
Pat Curtin
MaryAnn Curtin
Laura Swanson
DATE OF NEXT MEETING
The next Park and Recreation Commission meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 20, 2007 at the Park and Recreation Community Center located on Broad Street.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Park and Recreation Commission James Shea made a motion to adjourn. James Shea seconded.
The vote was as follows:
Ayes Nays Absent
James Shea Michael Kapnis
Pat Curtin
MaryAnn Curtin
Laura Swanson
Colleen A. Thibodeau
Clerk
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