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Hingham Recreation Minutes
November 05, 2009
Call to Order: Meeting called to order by Chairman Bosworth at 7:03P.M.
Members Present: Scott Bosworth, Frank Jones, Bud Thorne, Tory Dolan, Tom Campbell
Acceptance of Minutes: October 1, 7th and 8th
Motion to accept minutes made by: Tory Dolan
2nd by: Bud Thorne
Vote to accept: Passed Unanimous
Old Business:
Tournaments: There was discussion on the possibility of holding athletic tournaments at various athletic facilities in the town,
Skateboard Park: There was discussion on the skateboard park planned at the Bear Cove Field Complex. At this time it appears to be a dead issue due to the financial outlook and location. The property is owned by the Selectmen and it would be their decision to go forward.
Policies and Procedures: There was discussion on adopting policies and procedures. Following a lengthy discussion a motion was made
Motion by Frank Jones: That the Recreation Commission does not adopt policies and procedures and that all members and the public are treated with respect.
2nd Bud Thorne
Vote to Accept: Passed 4 to1
Bosworth, Thorne, Jones, Dolan in favor
Campbell opposed
Road Race:
Billing issue with Hingham Police has been resolved.
1. Safety issues pertaining to the race were raised with Hingham Police Department. It was agreed that both departments would start working on the 2010 road race starting in January.
2. Discussion on the use of timing chips for runners.
New Business:
Directors Goals and Objectives:
Commissioner Campbell
1. Would like to eliminate the summer lottery for camp
2. Would like to see more activities for teenage children.
1. Director Mark Thorell requested that Commissioner Campbell look at the winter schedule which was in his monthly package and the increase in number of classes available.
Ward Street/Turf Field Update:
Chairman Bosworth gave an update on the current status of the project
1. The groups involved have come together for design concept.
2. The group will be coming back to the town for preliminary approval.
3. Fundraising for the project is going well.
4. There is opposition to the plan some neighbors would like to keep the area open space.
Active Net. : The proposal for the purchase of the software package has been forwarded to Town Counsel for legal review.
1. The Commission is awaiting a reply.
Directors Report: See Attached
Request by Chairman for motion to adjourn
Motion: by Frank Jones to adjourn
2nd by: Tory Dolan
Passed: Unanimous
Meeting adjourned at 9:10 P.M.