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07-29-2014 Queensbury Parks and Recreation Commission Queensbury, NY 12804 Minutes of the July 29, 2014 regular meeting of the Recreation Commission of the Town of Queensbury held at the Town of Queensbury Supervisor's Conference Room Chairman Matthews called the meeting to order at 7:03pm Roll Call: • Present—Judy Goralski, Jennifer Switzer, Wendy Matthews, Lisa White, Greg Hewlett, • Excused —Lloyd Mott, Todd Eicher • Staff—Director Steve Lovering 2.) Approval of Minutes: Commissioner Goralski motioned to approve the May 6, 2014 minutes, seconded by Commissioner Matthews; all members approved Commissioner Goralski motioned to approve the June 3, 2014 minutes, seconded by Commissioner Matthews; all members approved 3.) Communications and Remarks from Visitors: (see file for copies) a.) Monthly Correspondence: Thank you letter to Mr. Gannon at Queensbury WHBI School Thank you letter to Mr. Pomerville at Queensbury Elementary School Letter regarding the babysitter safety course: Budget Control — Update on budget. 4.) Unfinished Business (see file for copies) a.) Gurney Lane Pool Project: Project was completed on schedule. It came in under budget by approximately $6000.00. There was an issue with the pump and the gallons per minute flow. The flow meter needed to be calibrated. The energy cost and chlorine usage in the pool has decreased Director Lovering noted that he would not recommend the contractor. In addition to the pool repair the new playground equipment was installed. "Fun in the Sun" day at Gurney Lane was a huge success. b.)Rush Pond Update: Director Lovering discussed trail maintenance that needs to be done at Rush Pond 5.) New Business (see file for copies) a) 2015 Budget: Discussion of the tentative 2015 budget b) Gurney Lane New Mountain Bike trails: A mountain bike race will be held at Gurney Lane on Saturday August 9t1i There have been many favorable comments regarding the new mountain bike trails at Gurney Lane. The trials have all been professional designed, there are a good variety of elements. Updating signage for the trails is being worked on. c) Gurney Lane Infrastructure: Director Lovering has other items that need to be accomplished at Gurney Lane in the future: • Redo wiring and change service in the building from 150 to 200-250 AMP • Look into a backup generator • Ceilings in lobby and restrooms needs to be replaced • New lighting needs to be installed • New deck furniture • Evaluate parking and access currently and in the future. • Parking lot sealed and striped d.) New Discussion Items From Commissioners: • Food truck at Jenkinsville did not have a successful season. 6.) Committee Reports • Budget Review • Safe and Quality Cycling Bylaws- School Liaison • Personnel • Planning • Program Review 7.) Additional Information and Reports • The number of building permits in the Town of Queensbury has increased therefore increasing the monies in the recreation fund. This year thus far the amount collected is approximately $70,400.00 compared to last year's total of$61,000.00. • Trail work is being down at Hudson Pointe. Rerouting a few trails to higher ground and building some footbridges. Adjournment—A motion was made by Commissioner Goralski, seconded by Commissioner White to adjourn at 8:13. All members present approved. Respectfully submitted Approved by: Judith Goralski Wendy Matthews Commissioner Chairman