HomeMy WebLinkAboutRecreation Comm Minutes 3/25/2014Recreation Commission Meeting
Minutes
March 25, 2014 1 c
Attendees Present: Kevin Kemp; Chairman, Mitch Bregnard; Clerk;
Mike Weber, Ed Westhaver and Linda McCabe (6:17p)
Sherri Gurnon; Parks & Recreation Director
Mary Sellner; Assistant to the Director
1. The meeting was called to order at 6:03 PM.
2. Minutes of the Recreation Commission Meeting from February 25, 2014.
Motion: By Ed Westhaver to approve the Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes
from February 25, 2014 as written. Seconded by Mitch Bregnard:
Motion passes, 4 -0.
3. Questions & Comments:
None.
4. Facility Requests:
The Commission discussed facility reservation requests and permitting as follows:
- Mansfield Youth Lacrosse requested Hutchason and Upper Memorial on Sundays for
games, 3/29- 6/8/14 fiom 10a -6p. Ed Westhaver asked Sherri Gumon if there were any
conflicts, and Sherri stated that there were none.
-David Baker and Jennifer Blanchard Wedding August 2, 2014 on the South Common.
Kevin Kemp asked if anyone had any concerns to which everyone stated they had none.
Motion: By Kevin Kemp to approve the wedding on August 2, 2014 on the South
Common. Seconded by Mitch Bregnard. Motion passes 4 -0.
-Ace Archers requested use of Lower Memorial for an Outdoor Archer's Cup on June20-
22 from 8 -4pm. Kevin Kemp stated that a fee should be imposed.
Motion: By Ed Westhaver to waive the $350 charge, but charge $50 per day for a
total fee of $100. Seconded by Mike Weber. Motion passes 4 -0.
1) At 6:20pm, Mike Donnelly and Ken Bekampis came to further discuss the lacrosse wall
location that was discussed in the previous meeting. They met with Mark Cook and were
told that they could use the outdoor volleyball area to put it up, that there was electrical
already in place there and that Mark Cook would help them so they could defray some of
the cost. Mr. Donnelly felt that it was visible and would get the most use there. Kevin
Kemp felt that the volleyball program is up and running and there is already a sign up for
outdoor volleyball this summer so that the area isn't going to be available. Mr. Kemp
also expressed concerns that it was too near the Memorial Park playground. Mr.
Donnelly did not want the location near the skate park as he feared it would be
vandalized. Mitch Bregnard stated that he felt there may be still be space near the
volleyball pit. Kevin stated that Joe Russo, Athletic Director at high school, felt that
there were some locations available on school property (field hockey field area, behind
Qualter's Middle School, softball field batting cage area and lacrosse shed area). Kevin
Kemp suggested that Mike Donnelly, Ken Bekampis, Joe Russo, Mitch Bregnard, Mark
Cook and himself should walk to the areas noted and see where the best location would
be. Sherri Gurnon will reach Mark Cook and let the others know when Mr. Cook is
available.
2) At 6:40pm, Robert Cola and Tom Carey came to discuss a lacrosse fundraiser that they
wanted to put on in memory of Mike Green who passed away a year ago. They have
requested Hutchason and Lower Memorial for a Lacrosse Jamboree on May 24 from 9-
3p. Money raised from the Jamboree will be donated to the lacrosse wall that the
Mansfield Youth Lacrosse is putting up. Mitch Bregnard inquired about the number of
teams and how are they setting it up. Tom Carey stated that PrimeTime Lacrosse has set
up a website for them and a link for teams to sign up. They are offering U9 -U15 levels.
Kevin Kemp asked if they were selling any concessions as they would need to go through
the Health Department. Mr. Kemp mentioned that it might be easier to contact Anthony
Bruno who runs the concessions for soccer and Mr. Bruno has a food truck too.
Motion: By Mitch Bregnard to approve the application as submitted. Seconded by
Ed Westhaver. Motion passes 5 -0.
5. Old Business:
-Kevin Kemp asked the commission to look over the Town of Mansfield's Sign Usage
Policy that Sherri Gurnon drafted: There was discussion amongst the members as to what
was considered private and what was considered "general public" notice. Ed Westhaver
concluded that fundraisers for a single person are "private fundraisers" but Relay for Life
is a "public fundraiser" as benefits a large population and the Town of Mansfield's
residents too.
Motion: By Mike Weber to approve the Town of Mansfield Sign Usage Policy as
written. Seconded by Ed Westhaver. Motion passes 5 -0.
- Character Breakfast brought in $2200 and $1000 will go into the Recreation Revolving
Fund for programming/scholarships.
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6. New Business:
- Program registrations are ongoing for the spring and summer.
- Fishing Derby is Saturday, May 10. Sherri Gurnon is looking for Commission members
to help. Mitch Bregnard said he will be available to do a database for the event and
asked that Sherri get him the names in advance.
-Ed Westhaver mentioned that Foxboro Company that he works for is looking for
volunteer opportunities. Sherri Gurnon said she would look into it.
7. Next Commission Meetin>r: Monday, April 29, 2014 6:00 PM.
To be held at the Town Hall.
S. Motion: By Mitch Bregnard to adjourn. Seconded by Linda McCabe.
Motion passes, 5 -0.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:05 PM.
Respectfully Submitted,
RIitch Bregnard Date
cration Comml� ion Clerk
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