Recreation Fields

The Recreation Fields Committee holds its regular meeting on the third Thursday of each month, at 7:00 PM, at the Town Office Building. Dogs are not allowed on Town of Hyde Park recreation fields.

Recreation Fields Committee Core Members appointed by Selectboard:
Deb Hallett-Burritt, (1 year term), Term Expires 2010
Nate Brigham, (2 year term), Term Expires 2011
Bill Burritt, (2 year term), Term Expires 2010
Debbie Slayton, (3 year term), Term Expires 2010
Deanna Judkins, (3 year term), Term Expires 2010

Telephone: 888-2300 E-Mail: admin@hydeparkvt.com

Recreation Field Committee Meeting Minutes:

July 2009
May 2009
April 2009
Febraury 2009
October 2008


HYDE PARK RECREATION FIELDS COMMITTEE 2009 ANNUAL REPORT 

The Hyde Park Recreation Fields Committee is a group of citizens interested in fostering recreational activities and opportunities in Hyde Park. The group meets at 6:30 PM, the third Thursday of each month at the Municipal Office. The group focuses on project development, fundraising and grant writing. 

On Saturday March 7, 2009, the Recreation Committee hosted a Family Fun Snowshoe Race at the Lamoille Union High School trails located on Cricket Hill Road. Over forty people participated including racers from around Vermont, as well as local residents and students. Awards were presented at the end of the event.   

During the spring the Committee worked with the Selectboard on updating user fees and the installation of a gate lock. Mowing contractor Albert Goodell was hired to maintain trash receptacles due to continuing problems with conditions at the facility. On May 9th the 2009 Opening Day Celebration was held with a parade, music, food, games and fun activities for children. During Youth Season parent volunteers manned the concession stand raising monies for the support of the fields. The Committee and adult volunteers manned the concession stand during tournaments.

In addition to youth and adult baseball/softball teams, HPES soccer used the fields in 2009. Several ball tournaments were held at the facility over the season, including an annual kickball tournament to benefit local charities and the Tammy Brigham Memorial Wiffle Ball Tournament.   

The new regulation-size Volleyball pit and a new segment of the walking path were opened in 2009. A storybook walk and exercise stations were installed along this path. HPES students with the assistance of Librarian Joyce Cormier voted on their choice of storybook for the walk, and ultimately chose the “Big Red Barn” by Margaret Wise Brown. New directional signs to the facility were also installed at Route 15 and also at McFarlane Road. 

Committee meetings are open to the public, and all are welcome to attend. New members welcome!

 

2009 Committee Members 
Deanna & Terry Judkins
Gary Nolan
Ken Harvey & Debbie Slayton  
Nate Brigham
Debbie & Bill Burritt
Julia Compagna
Keith Mailhotte



HYDE PARK BASEBALL/SOFTBALL ASSOCIATION REPORT

The Hyde Park Baseball/Softball Association would like to request the sum of $1,000.00 from the Town of Hyde Park.  The continued financial support from the Town assists in our youth program.  The money helps the program purchase new uniforms, equipment and assist with maintaining the fields.

The 2009 season was very successful with over one hundred children ranging from age 5 to 13 participating.  Every team enjoyed a great season with some players advancing on to All-Star play.  This past season we celebrated the 4th season of play on the Hyde Park Recreation Fields.  We were fortunate to purchase much needed uniforms for the minor and major league teams.  We also purchased new bats for all nine teams due to new rules incorporated by the Little League Baseball Association.

We would like to thank the coaches who volunteer their time throughout the season: Nate Brigham for Major League Baseball; Jamie Dubie for Major League Softball; Kelly Picard and Troy Lowe for Minor League Baseball; Chris Dompierre and Tom Fuss for Rookie League; JJ Staples, Rich Grenier, Mag Sladyk Benoit and Carla Alexander for Tee Ball.

We would also like to thank the many parents who helped the coaches including those who worked in the Recreation Field concession stand.  It takes many of us volunteers to make this program work, and we would like to graciously thank you for all of your efforts.

Thank you to the Town of Hyde Park for your assistance with the Hyde Park Baseball/Softball Association.

Treasurer, Heidi Kneeland
Vice-President, Jamie Dubie
President, Kelly Picard

 

Town of Hyde Park
Rules & Regulations for Recreation Fields

To ensure safety, fairness, and for mutual protection of all patrons of the Town Recreation Fields Facilities (hereinafter referred to as Rec Fields), the Town of Hyde Park maintains certain operating rules and regulations. The following rules and regulations have been developed to be in the best interests of the Town, its residents and the public who use the facilities. These rules and regulations are designed to assist the public in understanding their responsibilities and to ensure a safe environment for all persons using the Rec Fields. The following rules and regulations are as indicated but are not limited to the following:

1)         Persons shall not enter the Rec Fields under the influence of alcohol or consume alcohol at any time during youth play. Persons shall not possess or use illicit drugs on the Rec Fields property. No glass containers are allowed on the Rec Fields property.

  1. Persons shall not use any tobacco product during youth play.
  2. Persons shall not possess, use, or store a weapon of any kind such as firearms, knives, or explosives on the Rec Fields property.
  3. Persons shall promptly report all personal injuries and accidents to the Recreation Committee, including damage to the property or to an employee or member of the public, regardless of who is responsible for the damage.
  4. Persons shall not steal, or attempt to steal any property from the Rec Fields.
  5. Persons shall not knowingly falsify any document that may be required as part of using the facility. No person shall defraud the Town in any manner.
  6. Persons shall not fight, assault, threaten or otherwise endanger any employee of the Town, Committee Member of member of the public.
  7. No person shall litter on municipal property.
  8. Persons shall not engage in threatening or abusive language or actions or any harassment, discourteous, indecent, or immoral conduct directed towards any player, umpire, Committee Member or member of the public.
  9. Persons shall not engage in any form of disruptive conduct while on the Rec Fields property.
  10. Persons shall not loiter on Rec Fields property.
  11. Persons shall observe all traffic laws and traffic signs while on the Rec Fields property.
  12. Persons shall comply with all safety rules and notices.
  13. Persons shall report to the Town defective equipment or unsafe conditions of any equipment or facilities that may endanger anyone.
  14. Persons shall not misuse, abuse, damage or tamper with the property of the Rec Fields.
  15. Persons shall not use or enter the concession stand without proper authorization.
  16. No dogs (except those needed for the visually impaired, or allowed with prior permission of the Town) are allowed on the Rec Fields property.
  17. The Town assumes no responsibility for lost or stolen goods.
  18. No solicitation or sales of goods or services are allowed without prior written approval of the Town Administrator.
  19. Little League and Babe Ruth youth play may not begin an inning after 8 PM.
  20. During Little League and Babe Ruth games, the umpire reserves the right to eject anyone who violates youth play rules.
  21. During Little League and Babe Ruth play, harassment of coaches, umpires and players is prohibited.
  22. No trespassing upon adjoining properties.
  23. No use of the facility is permitted after 11:00 PM.
  24. The entrance gate shall be closed and locked upon exit of the final user.
  25. No open fires or grills are allowed except at approved concessions.
  26. All revenue and expenses associated with the facility shall go through the Recreation account.
  27. Coaches shall meet with the Town Administrator before the start of the season to review these rules and regulations.  Coaches shall meet to review these rules and regulations prior to each tournament. Coaches shall review these rules and regulations with each player.

Violation of rules and regulations of the Town as adopted or other rules or regulations established by user organizations may result in immediate suspension of use of the Rec Fields facility. Depending upon the severity of the offense, or the frequency of other offenses, the Town may initiate legal action. Resumption of privileges shall be at the sole discretion of the Selectboard. Note: These rules and regulations are intended to be representative of standards that persons must adhere to and are not all-inclusive.

All field use applications should be filed at least two weeks in advanced of proposed field usage date. All users shall adhere to the field use policy, which may be obtained at the Hyde Park Town Clerk’s Office. Insurance certificates must be furnished upon request. NO EXCEPTIONS TO THIS POLICY!

THESE RULES AND REGULATIONS LEGALLY WARNED AND ADOPTED BY THE HYDE PARK SELECTBOARD AT IT’S MEETING ON APRIL 28, 2006 AND AMENDED ON April 30, 2009.

I/We have read, understand and agree to abide by the above Policy.

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