Peoria Standard

Village of Swansea Park Board met April 20.

Here are the minutes provided by the board:

Chairman Mike opened the meeting with Pledge of Allegiance at 7:03 am, followed by discussion of Agenda Items.

Approval of Minutes: Motion to approve March minutes by Jonas, second by Matt. Motion approved by all.

Clinton Hill Park: Matt had been out to Clinton Hill Park and showed us some pictures. The rocks are on the trail. Mike B stated asphalt must be put down. The asphalt plant didn't open until April 1st. Mike B estimated the trail may be finished sometime around June or maybe May. Marilyn mentioned that a gentleman came to the Village meeting and was concerned about the Pickle Ball stands having been taken down and just left there. Marilyn told him about the Park Board meeting and invited him. However, he didn't attend. Mike K stated there will be no charge to use the Pickle Ball courts because they are considered a park amenity just like the swings. Also, Mike K mentioned it brings Swansea up to another level. Matt received a complaint that the disc from disc golf would land on private property. Now people are bringing their bikes and taking hikes through the neighboring back yards. Mike K stated that may be Rick Tucker's area. Signs or some way to notify users of the park about private property.

Park Request - Nicholas Harper - Jun 15th - Clinton Hill Pavilion: Mike K has been unable to contact Mr. Harper to find out more information about the camp. Also, he may have to supply a porta potty. Mike K will continue to try to contact him and report back at our May meeting. Cynthia will talk to Stefanie about revising the form to indicate there's a charge for the Clinton Hill Pavilion. Also to change "Clinton Hills" to "Clinton Hill".

Memorial Day Event: It will start at 10 AM on May 27th. Rose has a speaker lined up. Mike K may have a boy scouts' troop to put the flags out. Mike K has a Shriner, a veteran, for the opening prayer. David will do the music. Jonas will do the food. The Color Guard will be from the Fire Department. Mike K and Stefanie have some veteran's names to add to the Memorial Day booklet. Marilyn will contact Stefanie about the booklet. Matt asked if we have a digital copy of last year's flyer. Rose will contact Barb for a digital copy of last year's flyer. At the May meeting we'll finalize details.

New Business: None.

Public Comment: None

Unfinished Business: None.

General Discussion: Cynthia stated that the park board minutes were moved to a different place on the Village Facebook.

There being no further business, motion to adjourn by Cynthia, second by Rose at 7:55 am. All in favor. Meeting adjourned.

https://www.swanseail.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04202024-41