1987-06-15
QUEENSBURY RECREATION COMMISSION
MINUTES OF MEETING
JUNE 15, 1987
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Recreation Commission
of the Town of Queensbury, held Monday, June 15, 1987, at the
Queensbury Town Office Building, Queensbury, New York. Vice-
Chairman Lemery called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M.
PRESENT:
Commissioners Bly, LaBombard, Lemery, Lettus, Teti,
Director Hansen, and Secretary Wilson
ABSENT:
Commissioners Granger (Ex.) and Simmonds (Ex.)
VISITORS:
Greg Moran (Post-Star)
Vice-Chairman Lemery requested to know the status of the Town
Board's search for a new Commissioner to replace Commissioner Martin,
who has resigned and been appointed to fill a vacancy on the
Planning Board. The Director pointed out that Mrs. Sharon Simmonds
had been appointed to fill this position but would not be in
attendance this evening because of a prior commitment.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Commissioner Teti moved to approve the minutes of the May 18,
1987 meeting. Commissioner Bly seconded the motion and after
polling all Commissioners, the motion was unanimously approved.
Regarding the minutes, the Director referred to the May 18th
meeting and explained that in many instances, the motions made that
evening were somewhat unclear and furthermore, the Commission
never actually directed anyone to either act on or implement the
motions. Those present agreed and decided that in the future, for
the purpose of clarification, that the motions should be replayed
on the taperecorder before being voted on.
COMMUNICATIONS AND REMARKS FROM VISITORS
The memo from the Supervisor, which was included in the monthly
packet, was discussed and the Commission was pleased to learn that
the LA Group has been retained by the Town to design the Gurney
Lane Park in its entirety.
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The Director reviewed the "Storage Facility Break-in"
correspondence and there were some question regarding the possibility
of insurance reimbursement and/or replacement. It was pointed out
that the incident had been reported to the police department and
that their investigation was continuing.
RECREATION PROJECT UPDATE
Vice-Chairman Lemery requested an update on the Hovey Pond
Project and pointed out inasmuch as Councilwoman Monahan was not
in attendance that this topic be deferred until the next meeting.
The Director did, however, relay that Councilwoman Monahan had
mentioned that she had been in contact with the adjacent property
owner (Hovey Pond) and that negotiations were continuing.
Vice-Chairman Lemery requested to know about the removal of
trees at Gurney Lane and the Director responded that he was still
investigating a forester who would assist the Department in this
project.
The Commission briefly discussed the Hiland Park Project and
it was mentioned that there was nothing new to report.
The Commission discussed the need for better communications
between the Town Board and the Commission. It was mentioned that
in the past, the Chairman would draft an informal monthly letter/
report updating the Board on the events of the past meeting. The
Vice-Chairman volunteered to draft a letter to the Town Board
reiterating the Commission's position on Hovey Pond, Gurney Lane
and Hiland Park and after notifying the Chairman, agreed to submit
it on behalf of the Commission.
Commissioner Bly requested an update on the special Recreation
Reserve Account for capital construction. The Director explained
that this account was established by the Town Board and is reserved
by and under the accountability of the Building Department. Vice-
Chairman Lemery further elaborated on the accountability process
and explained that it was standard municipal practice to have
funds such as this initially received by the General Fund.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
The Director distributed a list of the Recreation Commission
Committees/Chairman and Vice-Chairman Lemery noted that ex-Commissioner
Martin, who had resigned, was the Chairman of 2 Committees. In
addition, the Director explained the new agenda category (Committee
Reports) and pointed out that Chairman Granger expected a verbal
report from Committee Chairmen at each monthly meeting.
The Director reminded the joint School/Commission Committee
members of the June 29th meeting at the Queensbury Elementary School.
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DIRECTOR'S REPORT
The Director reviewed his monthly report and highlighted the
Environmental Quality Bond Act (EQBA) funding application which
had been submitted to the State of New York at the end of May.
The summer program schedule including the swimming pool
operation, playgrounds, etc., was reviewed and there were some
comments regarding the Gurney Lane facility.
The status of the Ridge Road Park project was explained briefly
and there were some questions regarding the reroofing of the barn
at the site.
The Department's monthly budget update was reviewed and the
Director was asked to explain the expenditure line item, Utilities,
which seemed to be exceedingly high for the first 5 months.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at
10:18 P.M. The next meeting will be held on Monday, July 20th
at 7:30 P.M.
Dale T.
Minutes prepared by Harry R. Hansen, Recreation Director