07-28-2015 Queensbury Parks and Recreation Commission
Queensbury,NY 12804
Minutes of the July 28, 2015 regular meeting of the Recreation Commission of the Town of Queensbury held at
Gurney Lane Park.
Chairman Hewlett called the meeting to order at 7:08PM
1.) Roll Call:
• Present—Wendy Matthews,Judy Goralski, Greg Hewlett, Lisa White, Jennifer Switzer
• Excused—Fran Cabana, Todd Eicher
• Staff—Steve Lovering—Director, Jennifer Baertschi-Program Coordinator& Q-Club Director, Gary
Crossman-Aquatic Director
• Guests-none
2.) Approval of Minutes:
Commissioner Matthews motioned to approve the June 2, 2015 minutes, seconded by Commissioner Switzer;
all members approved.
3.) Communications and Remarks from Visitors: (see file for copies)
a.) Monthly Correspondence:
1.) Warren County Safe and Quality Bicycling Organization donated $5000.00 towards further development
of the Gurney Lane mountain bike trails
2.) Letter complimenting the Rush Pond Trails
3.) Letter complimenting the mountain bike trials at Gurney Lane
4.) Article about the shortage of lifeguards in the region published by The Daily Gazette.
5.) Article in The Post Star about the Lake George Association partnering with the Queensbury Parks and
Recreation for a children's program to explore wetlands at Rush Pond
6.) Correspondence from Director Lovering to alert Supervisor that a citizen was upset because they could
not drive their truck closer to the Rush Pond kayak launch.
b.) Budget Control—A brief discussion
4.) Unfinished Business
a) Rush Pond Trail Capital Project-Rush Pond pathway is complete,there is some signage and gates that
needs to be added. Supervisor Strough is planning on having a dedication during August.
b) Glen Lake Boat Dock: Dock Doctors have proposed a price; $2700 includes transportation and installation
c) Glen Lake Kayak Rental Racks: footers are installed
d) Capital Projects: Director Lovering gave an overview on the progress made for capital projects throughout
the parks.
5.) New Business
a) Summer Programs: Q-Club participation numbers are very good and are holding steady. There was
an inspection that went well. There is also strong enrollment for the youth programs that are held
independently of Q-Club. Programs held at Gurney Lane pavilion and QUFSD William H Barton
building. Swim lesson participant's numbers are down compared to last year. The health and food
inspection for the pool went well. Gurney Lane Family Fun Fest was a great success.
b) Marketing Brochures: There has been a lot of negative feedback about the lack of description and
information in the summer brochure. Brief discussion how to resolve this and the need for marketing
position.
c) Resolution Passed by the Queensbury Town Board: donated $6000.00 in scholarships to the
YMCA
d) Amended ATV Law: Redefined what an ATV is and that they cannot ride on town trails.
e) Adirondack Sports and Fitness will be publishing an article about the Gurney Lane mountain bike
trails.
6.) Committee Reports —None at this time
• Budget Review • Personnel • Program Review
• School Liaison • Planning
7.) Additional Information and Reports—none at this time
8.) Adjournment—A motion was made by Commissioner Matthews, seconded by Commissioner White to
adjourn at 8:09PM. All members present approved.
Respectfully submitted Approved by:
Judith Goralski, Commissioner Greg Hewlett, Chairman