Parks and Recreation Board

Village of East Troy Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes – April 9, 2018 Present: President Gary Budzien, Trustee John Alexander, Director Vickie Muszynski, Commissioners Geri Mayotte, Annie Van Buren, Steve Rostkowski, Debbie Arendt Excused: Commissioner Jim Holm, Public Works Jason Equitz Call to order – President Budzien called the meeting to order at 6:30 pm followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Approve Park & Recreation Commission minutes from February 12, 2018 - Motion by Commissioner Van Buren and Second by Trustee Alexander to approve the minutes dated February 12, 2018. Motion carried. Revenue/Expenditure Report – The baseball fees have been paid up. There was a question on the Misc Revenues which could be regarding waiving the late fees from baseball. Muszynski will follow-up on this. Motion by Commissioner Mayotte and Second by Commissioner Rostkowski to approve. Motion carried. Director’s Report – Muszynski had nothing new to report. She is ordering dog waste bags and containers for all parks along with garbage can toppers. Archery Range –The Lions Club is hoping to start working on the pavilion April 21-22. High school student Houston Widener is working on the project of fencing and has started a go fund me page. Parking Lots – Equitz is attending the Planning Commission meeting proposing the plan and to get approval for the parking lot by the baseball fields and library. New Park ideas – Muszynski shared information regarding an idea for an outside Fitness Club without walls which could be put up near Playmore Park. The approximate cost is $80,000. The commission liked the concept and asked that we look for similar courts, price comparisons and if this could fall under a grant for a possible future project. Park Safety Surfaces – Muszynski is obtaining quotes for safety surfaces at Lynndale, Mitchell Park and under the swing set at Playmore Park. We would like to consider putting this into next year’s budget. Archery Range Open House – The commission discussed Mid to Late August for a Grand Opening/Open house for the Archery Range. This would be right before the September opening of bow season. Possible deas for the open house would be asking local vendors to offer food and offer some family events such as the Bounce House. Pavillion at Playmore Park – Commissioner Rostkowski received a concern with middle school age children hanging out at the new pavilion after dusk closing hours. Discussion followed if a security light would be an option that could be helpful. Muszynski to ask Equitz for his opinion and cost involved. The police have been notified to patrol this area after dark. Adjourn – Motion by Trustee Alexander to adjourn the meeting at 7:28 pm. Second by Commissioner Mayotte. Motion approved. Respectfully Submitted, Debbie Arendt, Secretary Next Meeting Dates: May 14, 2018 June 11, 2018 July 9, 2018