CART Minutes June 23, 2020
Committee Attendees: Melissa Yosua-Davis; Bev Johnson, Mary Holt, Donna Damon, David Hill, Leila Bisharat, Eliza Jane Adams, AL; Erika Neuman, AL; Ann Kirkpatrick, School; Marjorie Stratton, Town; Carol Sabasteanski, CTC; Tennis; Polly Wentworth, CBL; Michael Porter, Yacht Club; Kip Webb, Commons.
Public Attendees: Donna Colbeth, Jackie Trask, Jenny Hackel, John Holt, Nancy Hill, John Holt, Nancy Hill, Gretchen Tonks-Hartling, John Wilson
Melissa called the
meeting to order at 2:04 pm.
The minutes were
reviewed. Leila moved and Eliza
seconded to approve. Unanimous.
Items for discussion:
1. Mask Signs: Eliza Jane presented several
alternatives for signs. The goal
is to encourage folks to wear masks. The BOS wants to approve the language. That
will take place at the BOS meeting on June 24. The top choices both had a
lobster designed by Devan Venkantaraman.
The
language choices were: Masks
are required in public spaces, based on CDC Guidelines; Mask required
when 6 foot distancing is not possible.
2. Grant Application: Donna and David discussed the status of
the Keep Maine Healthy Grant Application.
If approved the grant would fund the TownÕs COVID related expenses
through October 2020. The grant was submitted the day before the due date. David thanked the committee for all of
the ideas. As many ideas as
possible/practical were incorporated.
The grant required only a one-page narrative, so it was important to be
succinct but specific enough to tie the budget to the programs and supplies. The
proposal includes 5 part time positions to help with volunteer and staff
burnout and overwork. Donna noted that if approved training will be required.
Leila asked Marjorie if the grant will help her. She replied that she hadnÕt been in favor, and it would
create more work for the office.
Eliza Jane volunteered to work with the ambassadors if funded. Melissa asked about the process. First you spend the money and submit
for reimbursement. Donna noted
that the budget could be modified with communication with the State. (Money
could be switched from one line to another; e.g. personnel could be shifted to
supplies for businesses/non-profits).
David warned that the grant is not a sure thing. David and Marjorie will keep CART
informed.
3. Testing:
Kip reported that they ( the informal/ unattached test group) have a
process in place which means they could act quickly to help respond to an island
outbreak. A test of the system was conducted, and
they were able to conduct the test and get it off the island to Quest labs.
4. Listening Session:
Melissa reported that the final planning meeting for the Listening
Session would be 6/23. The Session
will take place on Zoom on June 25. She is working with a team, and it will
have about 6 groups. The session will start with opening statements by Melissa
and Marjorie. Each team will have two facilitators and a set of questions. The
sessions will not be recorded.
There may be a second session later in the summer.
5. Communications: Leila reported that they have worked
on signage, masks, and messaging.
Kip Webb has made a new video ÒTravelling Safely to ChebeagueÓ that
sorted out CDC guidelines. Erika has been working with Marjorie and Bev on
updates and election information. Leila said it was well done.
6. Organizational Updates:
a. CTC: Carol
reported that the CTC will be handling freight. The Cousins Lot is packed. No day parking there. Folks are
continuing to arrive/barge in their cars to quarantine. Bus is functioning but
not used much yet. 9 seats on bus but families can sit together. Jackie Trask
mentioned that she saw 2 adults and two teens not following distancing and
other protocols. There is no signage to explain the process. Carol stated that
the bus drivers are supposed to instruct the passengers. They have a
script. She asked Jackie if it was
happening, and Jackie said it wasnÕt happening; not following protocols.
Marjorie reported that signs had been ordered for Cousins Island. It was pointed out that those had to do
with distancing and masks. Donna
suggested a sign for Line Up procedures, and David asked Carol to create text
for that type of sign. Donna noted
that the sign would be covered if we get the grant. Eliza said that there is a
10 day turn around time.
b. CRC: Kip asked if
Volunteer Field would be opened because the risks are less than the
playground. Eliza Jane explained
that the playground and the field go together and will probably not open until
we have a ÒCovid AmbassadorÓ. There was discussion re: the problems of safely
opening KidÕs Place. Eliza Jane
submitted the following report on behalf of CRC.
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The Kids' Place -
Licensed Child Care Center It is very difficult to
determine a timeline for the reopening of Kids' Place, as that will be
dependent on finding staff, hiring, and training them. We will hope to find
someone with licensed child care experience, as that will speed the process.
We are fortunate in that Corie has agreed to return to do training, so we can
be assured that quality and safety will not suffer. Head Child Care Teacher -
Job Posting Links: https://www.servingschools.com/job/46qtzk/head-child-care-teacher/chebeague-island/maine http://www.chebeaguerec.com/employment-opportunities.html Assistant Child Care
Teacher - Job Posting Links: https://www.servingschools.com/job/t7ansq/assistant-child-care-teacher/chebeague-island/maine http://www.chebeaguerec.com/employment-opportunities.html Rec Center Program
Updates |
Meeting adjourned.
NEXT MEETING:
TUESDAY JUNE 30 AT 2 ON ZOOM