1997-07-17BEVERLY PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION
Minutes of meeting held July 17, 1997
Present: Bruce Doig, Jane Lyman, Dan Klemis, A1 Churchill, Liz Caputo,
and Joan Fairbank.
Minutes of previous meeting were accepted as written.
Discussed field renovations needed and whether or not, after budgets
cuts, if there is any money for field work. Joan explained that money
that was previously in our budget (for field work) was removed and was
supposed to be placed in the DPW budget. However, we were informed by
Finance Director John Dunn that the money never made it to the DPW
budget and is now lost. And Joan has been told by DPW that there is no
money in their budget for field work. John Dunn suggested we apply to
the Mayor for some money from "surplus cash". Commission discussed
fixing up two fields if we can. Safety issues at parks were also
discussed. It was decided to ask for $32,000 from surplus cash for
repairs to two parks.
Need to look into the money the City was to get from Walgreen's for
relocating of Beadle School playground equipment. Equipment is not worth
moving and Joan suggested that the $10,000 be used for the Park St.
project but she was told the Mayor has other plans. Joan asked Dan if he
could speak to the Mayor about this.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT
-Joan received a call and letter from Peter Copelas complaining about
parking, lites, etc at Harry Ball. Mr. Copelas said he will be bringing
a lawsuit against the City. Mr. Handley will respond to Mr. Copelas
letter.
-Personnel: Discussed recent develops with some staff who were arrested
for under age possession. Meeting was held with Mr. Scully, Mr. Handley
and the 4 individuals. They were told that another incident would
result in their dismissal. Since that meeting other incidents have
resulted in dismissal of 3 individuals.
Jane suggested in the future, that the 1st incident result in
dismissal. Dan made a motion that a new policy be presented to Marshall
Handley from approval that any Recreation Dept. employee arrested and
convicted for under age alcohol possession be automatically terminated.
Jane seconded the motion. Motion carried with all in favor.
-Discussed use of Lynch for company outings. C.P. Clare Corp picnic
approved for Sun, Sept 7th, without PA or band at a fee of $150.
Meeting adjourned.
Respectfully submitted
Gail Carmody
Recreation Dept.