Ice Arena Authority

NORWICH ICE ARENA AUTHORITY MINUTES FROM MEETING HELD October 16, 2014 Authority Attendance: Pete Desaulniers, Cheryl Ritacco, Gary Makowicki, Angela Duhaime Not in Attendance: Mark Bettencourt, Mike Goldblatt, JoAnn Beguhl Guests: Shannon FitzGerald Meeting was called to order by Pete Desaulniers at 7:07 pm, a quorum was present. Review of Minutes from September 18, 2014: Gary Makowicki made a motion to approve the minutes from September 18, 2014 as submitted; Cheryl Ritacco seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. There were no public comments Correspondence: Pete Desaulniers presented two items of correspondence received via email. Three issues were addressed (1) changing the regular IAA meeting day, (2) next steps regarding the roof project, and (3) updating financial reporting format to better suit the needs of the Ice Arena. Members decided that for the upcoming New Year, third Wednesdays of the month may work as a more convenient time. Pete stated he would contact absent members for their input on the day change. Motion: Following a discussion regarding the roof project, Cheryl Ritacco moved “that the Ice Rink Authority move forward with presenting the roof project to the Public Works Advisory Committee and the Finance Committee.” The motion was seconded by Angela Duhaime. The motion was adopted after discussion and amendment to include “recommending expedition on decision making to minimally impact the project timeline.” New Business A. Members discussed the financial report and issue concerning a receivable for NFA/St. Bernard/Bacon Academy. Motion: Cheryl Ritacco moved “that the item be removed from the financial report and voided as an error in billing.” The motion was seconded by Angela Duhaime and unanimously adopted. B. Members discussed the update for work regarding the bridge. There were no issues or concerns.  C. Options for the remaining physical inventory were discussed. Members suggested further exploring options for donation through Wounded Warrior and/or Good Will. Pete stated he would follow up with options for the inventory. Until the equipment is removed from the rented container the Authority will continue to pay the rental fee for the container. With a motion by Angela Duhaime and seconded by Gary Makowicki, the meeting was adjourned at 7:50pm. Respectfully submitted, Angela Rae Duhaime, M.A.