Co-Chairpersons Christine Dolan and Sharon Hollander called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm followed by a flag salute.
Present: S. Hollander, S. Fries, K. Cladek, D. Andeas, K. Galano, C. Dolan Also present: Walter Cooper, Sam Iorio & Samara O'Neill
Minutes of August 18, 2021 - Motion to approve by K. Cladek, second by D. Andreas All Ayes
Finance Report – Trust Account - $7,761.23 Grant - $14,970.55 Budget - $4,971.45
Bowling - Fall Bowling at Howell Lanes will begin on Tuesday, October 5, 2021 from 4 – 5:30 pm. Bowling must be completed by November 9, as leagues begin soon after. The cost will be 8 per person per week. There will be a 15 person cap. Scott Martin has volunteered to oversee the program.
Helping Hands – Helping Hands will begin on September 16, Alison will be submitting a Purchase Order for items needed.
Ceramics - Grace Bisignano will begin Ceramics on October 4, 2021. Participants will be asked to bring their own brushes and social distancing will be practiced. Donna asked if the Commission could supply the brushes and store them in a zip lock bag with the clients name week by week.
Picnic / Fishing at Kitay's - The event was held on Sunday, September 12 sponsored by the Jackson Rotary Club. Walter Cooper stated there was very good attendance at the event and everyone had a great time. Trophies and medals were awarded. Pictures will be posted to the web site and Facebook page.
Mini Golf - Mini Golf will be scheduled for September 19, 2021 at 3 pm, with a rain date of September 26, 2021 at Manchester Family Golf. Cost will be $6 per person.
Soccer – Dave Furbish will still be coaching the Soccer Program. The field has been reserved from September 11 through October 30. There are 9 buddies, and 12 clients participating in the program.
Horseback Riding – Horseback Riding will be held at Chariot Riders beginning September 20. A $25 non-refundable deposit will be required. Shirts will be provided. Clients may sign up for more than one time slot.
Virtual Cooking – Christine would like to hold another Cooking experience, possibly in early October. Kristen will check with the chefs to see what date would be good for them.