Park and Recreation Commission
March 4, 2019
Meeting Minutes
Present: Kevin Jones (Chair), Scott Palmer, Rob Blick
CALL TO ORDER
Mr. Jones called the meeting to order at 7:34pm
DIRECTOR’S REPORT
• Rob Blick reported that Aidan Sheehan had received permission to fundraise for the Skateboard Park, with the goal of raising $200K. All checks made payable to the Town of Redding will be deposited in a special account for the express purpose of the fundraising efforts.
• Mr. Blick has requested a requote for the Pavilion project at RCC.
• The ice rink had been a challenge over the last few weeks, but with colder weather returning in the short term, the town should get an additional week of use.
LETTER OF CORRESPONDENCE
-None
PUBLIC COMMENT
-None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
-Motion to approve minutes from the January 7, 2018 meeting. Motion Jones, Palmer (second), unanimous.
DISCUSSION OF PREVIOUS BUSINESS
– Mr Blick is looking to get an updated quote for sand trenching at RCC 2. The Commission was unsure of the current status of the grant which was designated for that project.
DISCUSSION OF BROCHURE RE-DESIGN
– Mr.Jones submitted a redesigned brochure sample to the commission. Initial reaction was positive, and Mr. Jones agreed to share the design with the current employees that handle the brochure for each season, to allow them to review and ensure the Commission they can work within the new design. The Commission will discuss their needs or concerns at the next meeting.
ADDITIONAL NEW BUSINESS
-Mr. Blick reviewed budget items to be presented at the town budget workshop on Friday, January 11th.
SUPPLEMENTAL PUBLIC COMMENT
-None
ADJOURNMENT
Motion Jones, Palmer, unanimous. Adjourned at 8:28 pm
Submitted: Kevin Jones