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November 16, 2007 |
We are currently registering for winter programs in the Recreation office. Basetball is filling out fast. Don't get shut out.
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September 11, 2007 |
School has begun and therefore that means our Fall programs will be starting; flag football, soccer, after school athletics, cooking for kids, girls field hockey, wrestling, girls karate, ice skating. Hopefully you were able to register for these programs. Please call the Recreation Department at 934-7034 with any questions.
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September 11, 2007 |
EEE has caused major headaches to all that use the Town's playing fields. But I fully support the board of Health in trying to safeguard our resident from these deadly diseases. As folds know, there is a ban of all outdoor recreational activities from 6pm - 8am. These type of bans cause problems for groups trying to use the Town's playing fields. Hopefully with mutual cooperation with Town and School we can minimize the impact.
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September 11, 2007 |
Where did the summer go? It has been several months since my last entry. Sorry for the delay. Summer was very busy but great weather contributed to an outstanding season. All recreation programs seemed to go very well with great response from the community.
The golf course, North Hill Country Club, enjoyed a spectacular season with excellent level of play.
During the summer I was also busy preparing the FY09 budget, which we are beginning to explore.
The Town meeting authorized pool buidling study was also completed, with a presentation by the architect at last night's Board of Selectmen's meeting. The architect is recommending approximately 1 million dollars is needed to fix up the building to present day standards and 1.7 million dollars if we want to upgrade the facility with some needed changes.
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June 18, 2007 |
Pool issues
The Town received a detailed building analysis from Graham Meus Associates last month. This study gave the Town some very useful information concerning the condition of the 32 year old Percy walker pool. In a nutshell, the architectural firm recommends that the Town renovate the building. The least expensive renovation to bring the building up to date would cost 1 million dollars. A second proposal to do more significant changes would cost approximately 1.6 million.
I have been a Certified Pool Operator for 17 years and have worked with pools for over 20 years. I often get questions about pool water problems, physical issues, maintenance issues, etc… Without going in to a long dissertation; here are some quick thoughts on your backyard pool. These are not recommendations and you should talk to your pool company for more specific ideas.
1. Chlorine: any type of chlorine that you use should be a stabilized chlorine. Keep in mind that the basic function of chlorine is to disinfect your water. This means that chlorine effectively kills many of the organisms that are harmful to humans, although it does not kill all of them. Make sure that your FAC (free available chlorine) has a reading of at least 1.0 at all times.
2. Water Balance: There are many different factors that go into determining if your water is properly balanced. Water balance is key to make sure that your pool water is safe for your swimmers as well as the pool and its systems. Without getting into a long discussion, make sure that your alkalinity is balanced first. If would personally recommend a reading of 80 and 150. Then balance your PH. This should be somewhere between 7.2 and 7.8 PPM. (If you do not have your alkalinity in the correct range, your PH will bounce all over the place!!!) After your have achieved these two criteria, then you can move on to water hardness and/or other issues.
3. It is always a good idea to have your water tested by a professional that truly is the only way for you to find out what is in your water and how to fix any potential problems.
Good luck over the summer and hope you enjoy your backyard pool!
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June 18, 2007 |
Most of our summer programs begin Monday, June 25th. You should have received a letter or phone call from our office reminding you of this. If not please call 934-7034.
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June 6, 2007 |
A reminder that anyone who uses the Town-owned tennis courts for lessons must first apply for a permit as well as pay the appropriate fee.
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June 6, 2007 |
The beach lifeguards have begun their coverage of Duxbury Beach.
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June 6, 2007 |
The Recreation Department is busily preparing for summer. Programs start June 25.
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June 6, 2007 |
Per Board of Seletman policy adopted in 1994, use of Town owned playing fields is for residents of Duxbury only. The only exceptions to this policy would be someone who has applied for a camp and this must have an approriate permit and a fee paid to the Town of Duxbury.
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June 6, 2007 |
A reminder that the lesson registration for the Percy Walker Pool is Saturday, June 23.
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June 6, 2007 |
We still have openings in some of our programs. Please call the office for updated information regarding our openings.
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May 31, 2007 |
Summer is fast approaching! Have you signed up the kids for summer programs? If not, the Rec Department still has some openings in some programs. Call 934-7034 to check availability.
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May 17, 2007 |
Notice to all people who use Duxbury playing fields:
As we have in the past the Town will be working on the following fields beginning on June 16th:
Keene St.
both Chandler Soccer fields
Train field (including Pool soccer)
Lower Alden (also known as Taylor Memorial Field)
DMS Football
DHS Varsity
This work, which will be completed by the Department of Public Works will require the complete closure of these fields. No activity is allowed beginning June 17th. Depending on weather conditions the Town intends to re-open the fields on Monday, July 23rd. Please cooperate by staying off the fields during this time.
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May 16, 2007 |
We hope that everyone is enjoying the playing fields and playgrounds in town. Please help us by making sure you are putting trash in the proper recepticles.
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May 16, 2007 |
We received the study for the Property Conditions Assessment for the Percy Walker Pool last week. We will soon be making the results of this study available to the public when we present the iformation to the Board of Selectmen.
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May 16, 2007 |
We have been getting some questions about whether or not we offer weekend hours for registrations. The unfortunate answer is that during the later registration period we do not have this option available. We did have a Thursday night and Saturday mornign registration available during our regular registration period.
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May 16, 2007 |
We are in the later registration period for our summer programs. Don't be shut out! Many of our programs are already filled. You may want to call ahead (934-7034) to find out what is available. Please note that there is now a $10 late fee for all registrations.
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May 11, 2007 |
Please help keep our playing fields clean!!! Please dispose of any trash in the trash barrels.
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May 11, 2007 |
The Ellison playground next to the library continues to be a very popular spot. Bring your children to enjoy this wonderful facility.
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May 11, 2007 |
A reminder that use of Town playing fields requires a pemit from this office. In addition, the Board of Selectmen adopted a policy in 1994 that states no one can teach private lessons on Town tennis courts.
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May 11, 2007 |
Many summer programs are filling up quickly. Call our office at 934 7034 to see if what's still available.
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May 11, 2007
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Registrations for summer programs are ongoing. Next week you will still be allowed to register for programs but must pay a $10 late fee.
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April 10, 2007 |
Recreation Activities Committee meeting in the GSH at 8:30pm
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April 10, 2007 |
Coach's meeting for anyone who has signed up to coach Rec Soccer, 8pm at the Girl Scout House
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April 8, 2007 |
Easter
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April 6, 2007 |
No School - Good Friday
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See what's going on at the pool!
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We've got some terrific programs coming up this summer. Take a look!
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