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Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes

Meeting date: 
Wednesday, March 20, 2024

FREDON TOWNSHIP RECREATION COMMISSION

MEETING MINUTES

March 20, 2024

 

This meeting is in compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act, Public Law 1975, Chapter 231, Sections 4 and 13 as advertised by public notice.

 

This meeting of the Fredon Recreation Committee was called to order by Chair Melissa Deitz at 7:00pm.

SALUTE TO THE FLAG

ROLL CALL

PRESENT- Melissa Deitz, Arne Olson, Christine Power, and Bob Wilson

ABSENT- Isiah Brown and Carole Zaret

ALSO PRESENT- Michelle Kochis, Mary DeLuca, and Fredon PTC

Mr. Olsen stated that he would like to move right into the Public Hearing section before we started with agenda items. Jessica Jansen-King from the Fredon Township Parent Teacher Club stepped forward. They would like to appeal and resolve the Strike 2 that they received from the Recreation Commission regarding their event held in February 2024. The PTC is a complete volunteer-based group and that they do not agree with any statements made in the letter regarding the violations that occurred at the February event. Coordinator Usinowicz stated that the Facilities Use Handbook is under review and that once it is adopted, all previous Strikes will be voided. Chair Deitz stated that moving forward there needs to be clear and precise guidelines regarding the use of the Civic Center. Many revisions have been made by the Recreation Commission and forwarded to the Township Committee for review. The PTC would still like to have Strike 2 officially rescinded by the Recreation Commission. All in favor. So moved.

Mary DeLucca was present to ask about creating an outdoor Pickleball Court, along with possibly adding an evening time slot for those who cannot make the current time during the day. Mr. Olsen stated that it would be a big undertaking to create courts at Lodestar, but one that he believes would be a positive addition to the Community. Tabled discussion for a later date.

MINUTES

Chair Deitz moved acceptance of the minutes for the February 21, 2024 meeting as posted and waived reading. All in favor. So moved.

CORRESPONDANCE

As shown in attached agenda. Chair Deitz stated that she was able to get a discount from one of the firework companies for Fredon Day. Ms. Power and Mr. Olsen wanted to add that they were disappointed with that company’s show last year because the length of the show was not what was specified. Tabled discussion for Firework bids until April’s meeting to give the Commission time to review detailed bids.

DISCUSSION ITEMS

  • Easter Breakfast and Egg Hunt

Mr. Wilson stated that the eggs were ordered for the Egg Hunt. Chair Deitz purchased décor for kids to take photos. Last minute items were discussed within the Commission such as tablecloths, signs for age groups, etc.

NEW BUSINESS

  • Miss Fredon Day Coordinator

A Chair/Coordinator for the Miss Fredon contest is needed. Mr.Olsen opened the floor to the Commission for ideas on new nominations. Ms. Power said that she would reach out to two people.

  • Fredon Day
    • Vendors

Vendors have been submitting applications. 10x10 space for $25.00. Chair Deitz stated that it just for the space. No power and no tent/tables will be supplied by the Township.

  • Tent and Chair Rentals

Mr. Olsen stated last year that they rented 12 tables and 50 chairs but would need 16 tables and 75 chairs this year. He also believes they will need 2 big tents. He will investigate pricing from multiple vendors and present it at the next meeting.

  • Live Band

Chair Deitz presented to the Commission an estimate of the Steve Johnson Band. She had a sample of his production from a live event. Commission members all agreed and so moved. A discussion was held regarding having a tent for the band instead of a flatbed trailer. All in favor. So moved.

OLD BUSINESS

Open Gym

Tabled discussion for next meeting

Website

Tabled discussion for next meeting.

Red Barn

Tabled discussion for next meeting.

Lodestar Sign

Tabled discussion for next meeting.

Facilities Use Handbook

Tabled discussion for next meeting

COMMITTEE REPORTS

Township Committee

No Representation. No Report.

Park Maintenance

No Report.

Recreation Coordinator

Still awaiting feedback on the revised Facilities Use Handbook from the Township Committee.

 

There being no further business before the Commission, a motion was made to adjourn at 8:24 P.M.  All in favor.  So moved.

 

Minutes submitted by    Alexandra Usinowicz

          Fredon Township Recreation Coordinator