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Parks Commission weighs low-cost crafts for April 4 spring celebration and confirms backyard buffer distribution on April 10
Summary
Commissioners discussed plant kits, paper pinwheels and low-cost craft options for the April 4 spring celebration, and staff confirmed about 20 signups for a forest-service backyard buffer distribution scheduled for April 10, with eligibility limited to Worcester County properties near waterways.
The Parks Commission discussed craft options for the April 4 spring celebration and provided logistics for an upcoming backyard buffer distribution.
Commissioners debated plant kits (succulents) used previously, lower-cost seed kits and paper pinwheels. Concerns focused on cost, safety (avoid string or small choking hazards) and durability when children have wet hands. Members generally leaned toward a parks-related take-home item; staff agreed to research pinwheel kits and seed/plant-kit options and to provide pricing by the end of the week so the group can finalize the give-away before the event.
On the backyard buffer program, staff said they have recorded about 20 participants so far; last year the program was capped at 40. Staff clarified eligibility: only Worcester County properties that are adjacent to or near a waterway qualify; residents in neighboring jurisdictions must contact their own local representatives. Distribution is scheduled for Friday, April 10; no participant fees were noted.
Staff also reported an upcoming internal meeting with Mr. Gamman to refine requirements the town must meet for a pending designation and said an update is expected at the commission’s May meeting.
Next steps: staff will research craft suppliers and pricing for the April 4 event, continue to take signups for the backyard buffer distribution through April 10 and report back on the Gamman meeting at the May meeting.
