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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009_02_10 Recreation Commission Minutes TOWN OF MAMARONECK RECREATION COMMISSION Meeting Minutes February 10, 2009 PRESENT: James Druker, Chairman Robert Morello Rita Plansky Amy Siskind ALSO PRESENT: Jill Fisher, Superintendent of Recreation Mary Ellen Faulkner, Commission Secretary EXCUSED: Maura Devaney William Paonessa Terry Rainaldi Ernie Odierna, Town Board Liaison CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 7:30 P.M. by Chairman Druker. ACCEPTANCE OF MEETING MINUTES: On a motion by Commissioner Morello, seconded by Commissioner Plansky, the Meeting Minutes of December 9, 2008 were unanimously approved as corrected. SUPERINTENDENT'S UPDATE: Ms. Fisher reported the following: 1. The spring/summer brochure is at the printer and is expected to be in the mail the first week of March. Registration is scheduled to begin on Monday, March 30th which is two weeks earlier than in the past. 2. Session IV of Skating School began on February 10th 3. Swim Lessons, Lifeguard Training and Dolphins have all begun with good enrollment numbers. 4. Attendance during public sessions at the Hommocks Park Ice Rink continues to be good. 5. The feedback received so far on our Youth Hockey House League Program has been positive. At the conclusion of the season the program will be evaluated and recommendations made for the 2009-2010 season. 6. Companies who may be interested in submitting proposals for a new Ice Rink Feasibility Study, are currently being solicited. The agreement with RSP Architect has been terminated due to the poor quality of their report. The only money lost was for travel reimbursements for their initial visit. Dick Ward of Ward Associates (who has done work for the Town in the past) has been contacted and will be coming in late February for a consultation. 7. A new ice resurfacing machine (Zamboni) was the only capital project approved for 2009. Bid specifications are being completed for a new machine. Delivery will most likely not be until 2010. Projects not approved include: new grates for the outdoor pools; renovations to the Central School Tennis Courts and a new camp tent. We will continue to make do with what we have. 8. During the January 24th Mamaroneck High School hockey game against Pelham, a puck went over the dasher-board glass and into the stands injuring a nine year old boy who suffered a fracture in his face bone. Fortunately, the only medical treatment required after examination were ice, rest and an antibiotic. Town of Mamaroneck Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes Page 2 - February 10, 2009 SUPERINTENDENT'S UPDATE CONTINUED: Even though this is not a common occurrence, we are in the process of purchasing netting to run the length of the rink in front of the stands, similar to the netting at the ends. Delivery on the netting will take approximately 3 weeks and we will install it immediately. The estimated cost is $900 and the school district has offered to pay 50%. In the meantime, as a precaution, we are making announcements prior to games regarding fan safety. 9. The 2007-2008 pool invoice has been received. Since the Town has requested details regarding certain charges, this bill and the previous year's have not been paid. George McNally has been contacted and referred inquires to Merrill Rubenstein. We are awaiting Ms. Rubenstein's reply. In an attempt to learn about the average operating cost of an indoor pool, Town Administrator, Stephen Altieri, Superintendent of Recreation, Jill Fisher and Aquatic Director, Jennifer Williams will be visiting similar pools. 10. Bids are currently being solicited for grass cutting services for the fields and pool lawn. The deadline for submission is February 20th 11. A new federal law requires that all commercial pools replace and install anti- entrapment drains for safety. Our current pool contractor has been contacted and will assist in filing the necessary paperwork with the Board of Health. There should be no delay in the summer opening of the outdoor pools. The estimated cost for this work is $3,000. The School District is planning this work on their grates during the spring cleaning. 12. All user groups have been advised that there may be a delay in the opening of the Carpino-Steffens Fields due to extra maintenance that may be needed this year. 2009-2010 NON RESIDENT HOMMOCKS POOL PERMIT FEES: On a motion by Commissioner Plansky, seconded by Commissioner Morello, the Commission unanimously adopted the following fees for Non Resident Permits to the Hommocks Pool: Non Resident Family - $455 Non Resident Individual - $200 Non Resident Senior Citizen - $110 SPRING/SUMMER PROGRAM FEES: On a motion by Commissioner Plansky, seconded by Commissioner Siskind, the Commission unanimously adopted the following spring/summer program fees: MSC In Training - $80 Tiny Tot Time - $70/non resident Story Time Crafts - $70/non resident Tai Chi Meditation - $35/resident $ 40/non resident Beginner - $65/resident $ 80/non resident Intermediate - $80/resident $100/non resident Town of Mamaroneck Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes Page 3 - February 9, 2009 SUMMER "CAREGIVER PERMIT" FOR THE HOMMOCKS POOL: On a motion by Commissioner Siskind, seconded by Commissioner Morello, the Commission unanimously adopted a "Caregiver Permit" for the Hommocks Pool with the following conditions and fee: 1. Permit will only be valid Monday through Friday for the summer season (June 22 to September 7, 2009). 2. Permit must be presented when entering the pool with the resident family member, who must also have their pass. 3. No guest privileges will be allowed with this permit. 4. Sponsoring family must appear with the applicant and attest that they are employed by them when applicant appears for permit photo. 5. Only households that have valid family, youth individual or youth daily permits issued to them will be allowed to apply for this permit. 6. Permit fee: $190 for summer. NOT ON THE AGENDA: Mr. John Thompson of 6 McKenna Place in Mamaroneck has submitted a proposal to hold an Adult Ice Breaker Hockey Tournament at the Hommocks Park Ice Rink this spring. In order for this tournament to be held, a Sunday public session would need to be shortened by 2 hours and ice time would have to be arranged around scheduled rentals. On a motion by Commissioner Siskind, seconded by Commissioner Plansky the Commission unanimously agreed to a discounted ice rental fee of$300 with the following conditions: 1. All participants must sign a waiver of liability. 2. All participants must abide by the rules of Hommocks Park Ice Rink. 3. No alcohol. 4. A deposit for the ice rental is required. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to come before the Commission, on a motion by Commissioner Plansky, seconded by Commissioner Morello the adjourned at 8:10 P.M.