Borough of Point Pleasant Beach Recreation Committee Minutes
Attending meeting:
Robert Santanello
Patrick Cavanaugh
Allison Sheehan
Maryann Ellsworth
Carolan Ammirata
Debra Bodine-Vazquez
John Babbini-new board member
Meeting began at 7:05 pm
Minutes from January meeting were read and a motion to accept by the board. Patrick Cavanaugh accepted, Allison Sheehan seconded the motion.
Old Business
Egg Hunt
Egg Hunt will be held on Saturday, March 24th at Pleasure Park. Allison Sheehan will manage the event with the help of Carolan Ammirata and Debra Bodine-Vazquez. Lynn Vazquez has agreed to once again be our bunny. Carolan has the eggs and candy, she just needs to get a few more prizes for the event. HS students from the HS Key Club and Interact Club will be solicited to help out for the event. Sign up starts at 9:30, the hunt starts around 10:00
Summer Recreation Camp
A suggestion was brought forth by Council Liaison Robert Santanello that any residential tax payer or lease holder (summer residents) in town children and grandchildren will be allowed to attend our summer camp. They would need to bring the child’s shot record/school health record upon registration. Motion was accepted by Debra Bodine-Vazquez, seconded by Maryann Ellsworth. Unanimous Yes vote by board. Camp dates June 25-Aug 3. Camp fee will remain at $225.00. We are still in search of a head counselor.
Best Day Program
Originally Risden’s Beach agreed to host the Best Day program on July 7 and 8, but they have backed out. The event has been moved to NY Ave Beach. Parking will remain at NJ Avenue with a shuttle to help move event goers to new location. Volunteers still needed (around 100). We will reach out to the HS Key and Interact Clubs. Volunteers must be 12 and older. Goodie bags needed, NO food. Robert Santanello will contact the Ocean Star and APP to possibly do an article on the event. Maryann Ellsworth voted to accept the motion, seconded by Carolan Ammirata. Unanimous Yes vote by the board.
New Business
Bonfire
An old town event coming back, our “Kick off local summer” bonfire will be held on Sept. Doug Vitale will be in charge of the event that will be held at the Maryland Avenue Beach. Councilman Kanitra has asked to a $600.00 budget for the event. It would cover wood, s’mores, possible band etc…
Patrick Cavanaugh put forth the motion to provide the money and Maryann Ellsworth seconded. The motion passed unanimously.
Yoga on the Beach
The owner (Nicole) of Joyful Living Yoga has asked if she could do yoga classes on the beach or at park. Council Liaison Robert Santanello will contact to find out more details before we can vote.
Mayors Trophy Game
An annual event will be held on March 7th this year at Ocean Road School. The girls game starts at 6:30 with the boys to follow at about 8. A member of the PPB Governing Board will be in attendance.
Start to Advertise for Camp Counselors jobs now.
2018 Budget, Maryann Ellsworth stated that we received our annual $5,000.00 Budget for this
Year.
Board agreed to submit John Babbini as a new board member to the town council.
Patrick Cavanaugh made a motion to close the meeting, Seconded by Carolan Ammirata. The meeting adjourned at 8:00 pm.
Respectfully summited
Debra Bodine-Vazquez
