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West Goshen Township
Parks and Recreation Board Meeting
June 21, 2000
Minutes
Attending: Dan Dixon, Michael Pillagalli, Bob Cifone, Jennifer Grey-Rice, Kathy McDevitt and Joe Waters
Township Representatives: Ken Lehr, Al Roth, Kent Wise, Sharon Lynn
Friends of the Park: Kelly Cifone, Peggy and Holly Niemeyer
Meeting Called to Order: 7:05 by Chairman Dan Dixon
After a review of the minutes submitted for the May meeting, a motion was made by Joe Waters to accept the minutes as submitted. The motion was second by Bob Cifone and passed.
The Financial Report included in the Park Board material was reviewed. There were no questions or comments pertaining to the Financial Report.
Parks:
Kent Wise reported that the month of June was similar to May. The crews are busy cutting grass every day. The electrician was trenching to the new lighted sign on the corner while also fixing the remaining parking lot lights. A light sensor and two outlets have been installed in the gazebo. The lights that light the flagpole are being mounted on the pole itself to cut down on vandalism. All new plumbing has been installed at Coopersmith Park. The amphitheater has been painted
Dennis Vondran is finishing up the last of six picnic tables for his Eagle Scout project. Completion is expected on or before 7/4/00.
Three males were caught and arrested in the process of vandalizing the pavilion at the Community Park. Dan Dixon asked to be informed of when their court date was so he could attend.
Recreation:
Al Roth reported that camp opened on Monday. 170 children went on the first outing today which was Marsh Creek. All the counselors seem to be enthusiastic about the program. A switch was made for the head counselor position at Coopersmith Park for medical reasons. There is a small waiting list for Community Park. All the parks are planning on putting on a craft show in August.
Friends of the Park: Kelly Cifone reported that the Friends have raised 10k of the 12k needed for the summer concert series. Volunteers were needed for the July 4th bike parade. The Friends are sponsoring bus trips on 12/2 to see A Christmas Carol in the Madison Square Garden Theatre and 12/4 to the Radio City Music Hall. So far six crafters have registered for Community Day. The Friends are renting three additional inflatables for Community Day.
Old Business:
Bike Safety Day – attendance was double that of last year's event
Summer Concert Series – Makin Music performed indoors at Fugett Middle School due to the rain. 130 people attended.
Community Day – Outback Steak House looks like they will be a food vendor this year. Goshen Fire Department will be selling their famous home-made doughnuts.
July 4th Celebration – same magician as last year will perform. The rain date is 7/8. The Friends will be handling the prizes.
New Business:
Harvest day – a meeting will be scheduled
December Holiday Event – in conjunction with the Friends on 12/8. Jennifer Grey-Rice agreed to be the Chair for this new event.
Motion to adjourn was made by Joe Waters and second by Bob Cifone at 7:45 p.m. The next meeting is scheduled for July 19, 2000.
Respectfully Submitted,
Joseph M. Waters
Secretary Pro Tem
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