2022-04-04 RAC Minutes
Minutes of the Recreation Advisory Committee held on April 4, 2022.
Members present:
Jennifer Baumann
Sandra Carro
Silvia Clarke
Christian Dunham
John Ise
Gayle Mercado
Sheryl Piper
Jens Schwarte
Natasha White
Also present:
Angela Dorney, Recreation Director
Jacquelyn Villagran, Recreation Superintendent
Leslie Rackl, Executive Assistant
Members of Boy Scout Troop 1305
Karon Koleman, Resident
Deidra Funcheon, Resident
LIllybeth Guilfucci
Luciana Fischer
The meeting was called to order at 7:04 p.m.
Mr. Ise welcomed Boy Scout Troop 1305 to the meeting. Mr. Ise said that the Scouts are
working towards their merit badges in public speaking and citizenship in community unity and
are here to observe the meeting.
Ms. Baumann made a motion to approve the minutes of the March 7, 2022 meeting.
Motion seconded by Ms. Mercado and unanimously approved.
At this time an update of the capital projects was discussed. The exterior doors at the
Community Center have been replaced; new benches have been installed (four on the
basketball courts, seven on the athletic fields and one at Optimist Park). Exterior painting and
flooring at the Community Center are to be scheduled. It was also related that the Pool’s
thermal blankets have arrived, which had been on backorder. Umbrella tops at the pool are
still on backorder.
It was noted that the Recreation’s summer brochure is currently available and registration
begins the end of April. Lifeguard certification classes have begun. Wild Waters is now open
weekends until summer begins. Upcoming events include the Egg Dive and Marshmallow
Drop.
Ms. Dorney related that mid-April the ULI will have 50% of their presentation ready for the
Village Manager. The ULI will create a plan and make recommendations based on current
usage. Ms. Baumann said that some renovations are needed for safety and some are
aesthetically needed. Ms. Clarke added that communication to the entire community is
essential for success.
At this time the Boy Scouts and their parents made suggestio ns for new classes and
programs. Suggestions include a standup comedy class as well as activities geared to teens.
It was related that the flag retirement boxes are near completion.
The meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m.