2010-12-07 Queensbury Parks and Recreation Commission
Queensbury, NY 12804
Minutes of the December 7, 2010 regular meeting of the Recreation Commission
of the Town of Queensbury held at the Town of Queensbury Supervisor's
Conference Room
Chairman LaBombard called the meeting to order at 7: 05pm
Roll Call:
• Present—, Fusco, LaBombard, Maine, Mott,
• Excused— Conboy, Irish, White
• Staff—Director Lovering,
• Guests--None
Approval of Minutes:
It was moved by Commissioner Maine, seconded by Commissioner Mott, to
approve the minutes from the November 9, 2010 meeting. All members present
approved
Communications and Remarks from Visitors: (see file for copies)
• Recognition—Charlie Maine for 18 years of service to the Commission and
Community. Chairman LaBombard presented a beautiful plaque to Mr.
Maine. Commissioner Maine is retiring from the Recreation Commission,
with this meeting being his last.
• Monthly Correspondence
• e-mail correspondence from Director Lovering to Councilman
Strough thanking him for the kind words regarding the Department
and Commission
• Memo from L. O'Shaughnessy to West Mountain Ski regarding
Ski/snowboard lesson reimbursement. This may be the last year we
will participate in this program. The 31 participants is a drastic
reduction from previous years.
• Series of e-snails regarding ice skating locations between Director
Lovering and Cody Conine, student.
• Year to date budget control report dated 12/03/2010
• 2011 meeting dates schedule distributed.
Unfinished Business
• Park project priority list with short term goals, mid-range/long term goals for
2011 and beyond (2012,2013) reviewed and discussed. (see file for priority
list)
• Questions from last meeting—bulk rate mailing can be used with limited
advertisers according to post office. Discussion on pros and cons of
brochure mailing
New Business
• Review of travel basketball program—parents have organized and have gone
to school for assistance. Scott (school A.D.) has asked for our assistance in
the building use application which would mean we are somewhat involved
without our supervision of the program. Is this what we want?? Meeting
will be set up with Scott to discuss particulars.
• Need to discuss the opening on the Commission and possible candidates.
Committee Reports
• Budget Review—revenues for 2010 from programs have exceeded 2009
with a month remaining in the current year.
• Safe & Quality Cycling—continues to make progress in safety and
educational programs, Gurney lane trails are laid out, countywide trail plan
is needed if grants will be applied for. This committee continues to be active
and moving forward as reported by Commissioner Mott.
• By-Laws
• School Liaison
• Personnel
• Planning
• Program Review
Additional Information and Reports—see report submitted by Director Lovering
ie Hovey Pond amenities and Hudson Pointe signs.
AdjournmentA Motion was made by Commissioner Maine, seconded by
Commissioner Mott to adjourn at 8:25 pm. All members present approved.
Respectfully submitted Approved by:
Joseph Fusco Jack LaBombard
Secretary Chairman