HomeMy Public PortalAboutRec Advisory-2020-10-01Recreation Advisory Committee
Remote Meeting
October 1, 2020
Minutes
Call to Order at 6pm by Chair Tracy Murphy
Present: Tracy Murphy, Evan Lagasse, Kyle Wibby, Sharon Basso, Carol Counihan,
Brandon Bader, Morgan Stewart, Anne Sigsbee, Joan Francolini .
Absent: Meff Runyon, liason, Alan Harrison, recreation director.
The committee discussed the upcoming public Zoom meeting. The format and
recommendations for additional questions were reviewed.
The public was invited to join the webinarat 6:3opm. The public session began with our
video, which lasted 17 minutes. In it were three categories of information. First, the
results of the survey were reviewed. Next, RAC initiatives were presented, paired with a
request from the public to comment or raise questions.
Third, the rational for a community /recreation center feasibility study was presented.
After the video, the webinar was open for all to comment or raise questions.
The following was discussed: Was messaging confusing about whether we want a
recreation center vs community center. The concept of a feasibility study is to clarify
what is desired, perhaps both.
The need for input about how many kayak racks and where they would go, how they
would be allotted was discussed. These policies will need to be addressed with the help
of the community and by example of surrounding towns.
The RAC members shared some personal opinions about what a community /recreation
center would look like. The ideas that arose in discussion were: a recreation home, a
multigenerational gathering spot, an anchor for the community, a place for after school
programs, a reflection of community interests (art, library, sports, etc.).
The link to the video will be made available in the coming days. The committee will
ensure that it is posted on the recreation website. RAC members will make an effort to
distribute the video to other committees, social media and their own email list.
At the discontinuation of the public conversation, the chair announced our next
meeting: October 15th. The time will be reset at 6pm to accommodate members' work
schedules.
Members were reminded that the CPC applications would be available on
Monday, October 5th.
A future agenda item was requested: reaction to information from Mr. Meservy during
his visit to the board.
The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote at 7:25 pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Anne Sigsbee, secretary