1961/01/27 MINUTES OF THE MEJTING OF THE PARK AND RECREATION COTe°`ITTEE JANUARY 27, 1961
The Park and Recreation Committee met Friday, January 27 in Towh Hall.
Those present were Chairman John Dennehy and Yr. Sargis. Recreation Director
Victor Baylock was also present.
Since there was not a quoram present the evening; was devoted to discussion.
A letter was read from First Selectman rthuryowers, suggesting that the
Park and Recreation Committee promote a skating carnival at the town skating
rinks. Yr. Baylock was asked to organize such an event.
Mr. DeForest Glover appeared on invitation from the corrittee to discuss
future plans of the Newell League. After explaining that a complete reor-
ganization was underway, Mr. Glover said he felt sure he would be able to
present a firm plan for the 1961 season by the Committee ' s next meeting.
Mr. Glover and Mr. Baylock brought out the lack of dances at the H igh School
this winter, a function usual).* sponsored jointly by the H igh School PTA
and the Park and Recreation Committee. Mr. Baylock said he would endeavor
to schedule a Valentine Dance for February 18 on a similar basis to those
in previous years.
Mr. Sargis drew attention to the fact that the bleachers at Percival Field
needed repair. It was suggested that Mr. Dennis examine them for needed
plank replacement and painting. Mr. Sargis noted particularly the danger
from large splinters. He suggested that a roof would serve as protection
for the stand.
A statement of the Committee ' s budget balance as of December 31, 1960
noted a balance of 7,878.142 in the Park account and X7,557.99 in the
Recreation account.
A letter from Chief of Police H . Theodore Strand notified the Committee
of the appointment of Mr. Baylock as a special policeman in connection
with his duties as Recreation Director .
The Secretary was asked to write a letter to the Lions Club rer.uesting
them to meet with us February 17 to discuss the Memorial Fool program
for 1961.
Respectfully submitted,
Clara B. ssahan
Secretary