115 PARSONAGE STREET
HUDSON, IN
46747
(260) 587-9500
Park BoarD
March 10, 2007
The Park Board met
on March 10, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. in the Town Hall. Those present were: Chad Minier, Anna Platt, Sean Walker, Louise Brock, Larry Johnson, Josh Beach, Town Manager Ward Odom, and Tatsy Hayes, Clerk-Treasurer.
After everyone
had a chance to read the minutes, President Chad Minier moved, second by Sean Walker, and unanimously approved the
minutes be accepted.
Larry Johnson reported that the Little League
Sign-up was successful. At present there
are 7 teams including Majors and Minors.
Discussion ensued concerning practice fields on the town’s property on
SR 4. Two fields should be possible with
parking available and fencing for safety.
As soon as the weather breaks, work will get started. The little league and volunteers will also
have a cleanup day at Hardy Park on March 31st at 1:00
All volunteers are welcome.
A $2500 Tree
Planting Grant has been received. Town
Manager Ward Odom distributed pictures and literature on various trees and
costs. He also informed the group or the
availability of 50 free white Dogwoods through Frito Lay. Following discussion,
the Board decided to use the grant to purchase 11 Red Maple, 6 Tulips and to
finish out with Flowering Cherry Trees.
It was suggested the Dogwoods could be planted from the Railroad south
along Main Street and in the “Quiet Park”.
The group was asked to THINK of other places to plant the Dogwoods. Each received a map of Hudson where earlier trees have been
planted and suggestions for the placement of additional Dogwoods for the next
meeting.
After looking at
various prices of flag poles, it was decided to not pursue a new pole at this
time.
The various
responsibilities of the Board were discussed and allocated as follows: The
Clerk-Treasurer will remain responsible for scheduling the Parks and collecting
rentals, Louise Brock accepted responsibility for preparation and cleanliness
prior to rentals, the Hudson Ball League for the bleachers and concession
areas.
A draft
Skateboard ordinance was presented for discussion at the next meeting.
Larry Johnson announced that a Bike-a-Thon is
scheduled for April 14th from 9:30-12:00.
The starting point will be in the parking lot at the Town Hall.
Chad Minier will
check on the various 5K & 10 K Runs in our area so that a date can be set
for a Hudson 5K Run. Louise Brock
mentioned the need for a ramp to be built to aid the physically challenged to
use the park. Larry Johnson mentioned the need for a higher fence at the ball field
and a retaining wall next to the concession stand. The town manager was asked to seek out the
availability of a park grant. Louise
Brock mentioned seeking donations from local residents to help with the costs
of the improvement of our park. Anna
Platt was going to ask the Ashley-Hudson Lions Club for help since it was an
organization helping with the needs of both towns.
The next park
board meeting will be held Saturday, April 7th at 9:00 a.m.
Having no further
business, President Minier moved, seconded by Anna Platt to adjourn the
meeting. Motion carried.
Respectfully
submitted,
Atta “Tatsy” Hayes
Clerk-Treasurer
APPROVED:
Chad Minier
President, Hudson Park Board