Jackson Township Commission for the Disabled / Handicapped Meeting of July 20, 2022 Minutes

Chairperson Sharon Hollander called the meeting to order at 7:03 pm followed by a flag salute.

Present: S. Hollander, D. Andreas, K. Galano, W. Cooper, S. Fries, K. Cladek, S. Iorio,

Minutes of June 15, 2022 - Motion to approve made by K. Cladek, second by D. Andreas All Ayes S. lorio – Abstain

Treasurer Report - Trust Account - $5,708.82 Grant $14,448.60 Budget – needs further correction.

Ceramics – Ceramics ended on June 20, 2022.

Helping Hands – The end of the year party was held on Thursday, June 16, 2022. A catered party was held. Helping Hands will begin on September 8, 2022.

Painting Event – This will be an in person event. Karen Galano will chair. Possible date is: August 21. The event will be held at the Senior Center. Time to be determined.

Prom- Friday, June 17, 2022 at The Spring Lake Manor from 5 – 9 pm. There was a concern that the ramp at the venue was not compliant. The owner advised that the ramp complies with Spring Lake Ordinances. Any and all issues were corrected by the owner. The Prom went very well, next year a table will be reserved for the group home, who arrived late to the event. The venue was very accommodating.

Soccer – September 9 through October 29. Dave Furbish will be coaching. A 20 fee will be charged. The Commission will use the soccer shirts that we have.

Bowling – July 8 through August 12 at Howell Lanes, 6:30 – 8:30 pm. Scott Martin and Sharon Hollander are co-chairs for the event. 26 clients have signed up for bowling.

Chariot Riders – Horseback riding will be held from September 19 through October 5, 2022. Two sessions will be held over the time frame. The cost is 630 per session.

Halloween Party – October 23 1 – 4 pm at the Senior Center. Trunk or Treat and party.

Holiday Party – December 4 at the AmVets 12 – 4 pm

Bocce—A flyer will be sent out to determine interest. Bocce Balls will need to be ordered. Sam lorio will coach. A parent will need to be present during the event. The event will be held on a Monday or Wednesday.