HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/06/2013Town of Southold Youth Bureau Board Minutes
May 06, 2013
YB Present: Sydney Campbell, Megan Demarest, Jillian Ruroede, Elaine White, Cristina Witzke,
Robert Duffin, Officer Bill Brewer, Karen McLaughlin and Phillip Beltz. Excused/Absent: Jacob
Branker, Costa Kokkinos, Irene Tsontakis-Bradley, Andrea Nyde99er, Jeff Standish, Councilman
Jim Dinizio, Jr. and Councilman Bill Ruland
Approval of Minutes of April 08, 2013
Welcome: Sarah Benjamin of CAST and Stella Reinen of HRC
Job Fair Report: Phillip reported that the job fair was successful with 51 students
in attendance who met with six employers representing approximately 25-30
summer employment positions. Students, parents and employers expressed their
satisfaction and this will be continued next year.
Community Service Forum Report: Bob reported that the forum was a major
success with approximately 50 residents who attended to learn about volunteer
opportunities from 34 organizations. The spot advertisements on WLNG featuring
Supervisor Russell announcing Community Service month was very helpful. This
event will also be replicated next year, a few suggestions included hosting event
earlier in April as the weather generally is not as nice as it is in late April which
may draw more attendees; hosting at the Recreation Center as more space was
needed and it will be possible to serve coffee and donuts.
Resource Directory Status: In absence of Irene and Jeff, Phillip reported that it
will be ready for production in a few days.
Youth Activities Survey Findings: Crissy provided analysis of findings from
surveys that provided some important information for future planning of youth
activities. Unfortunately there were no responses from Mattituck, however, Andrea
left an envelope with many survey responses so Crissy will incorporate Mattituck
surveys and provide further report next month.
Southold Youth Bureau Facebook Page: In absence of Costa, Phillip reported
that Costa is developing a Facebook page for the Youth Bureau with necessary
restrictions and that once reviewed and approved by the Youth Bureau board, it
would need to be vetted by the Town Board as the Town does not allow
employees to access Facebook on Town computers. Committee recommends
that if Youth Bureau proceeds with Facebook page, it should also consider
additional forms of social media such as Tumblir, Twitter, Foursquare, etc.
Riverhead Community Awareness Program: Stella reported on a recent
workshop sponsored by Riverhead C.A P. regarding the use and abuse of
prescription drugs and the importance of expeditiously discarding unused drugs.
Philip reported that Southold participated in the April 27th Take Back Drugs
through the North Fork Alliance.
Other: Officer Brewer reported that he is attending meetings at schools regarding
pre-prom meetings for parents to discuss the Social Host law.
Next Meeting Date: Monday, June 3rd at 5:00 p.m. Human Resource Center in
Mattituck
Respectfully Submitted,
Phillip Beltz