1979-07-23
QUEENSBURY RECREATION COMMISSION
MINUTES OF MEETING
JULY 23, 1979
Minutes of the regular meeting of the Recreation Commission of
the Town of Queensbury, held Monday, July 23, 1979, at the Queensbury
Town Office Building, Queensbury, New York. Chairman Lyon called the
meeting to order at 7:30 P. M.
Present: Commissioners Bly, Champagne, Howe, Lavigne, Lyon, Yasko
Director Hansen
Absent: Commissioner Roop
Visitors: J. Wilkin, Post Star
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Following review, Commissioner Bly moved to approve the minutes
of the June 25, 1979 meeting. Commissioner Champagne seconded the
motion which was unanimously approved.
COMMUNICATIONS/CORRESPONDENCE
None
GURNEY LANE FILTER/PIPING PROBLEM
The Director alerted the Commission regarding the newest problem
at Gurney Lane. A 6' - 10' PVC piping which leads into the pool filter
has cracked in three places, and would now have to be replaced.
(Previously patched) This type of repair is beyond the capability of
the Gurney Lane Maintenance Crew, and therefore, an outside plumbing
contractor would have to be called. The Director has contacted such a
firm, however, no estimate to complete the repairs has been given.
After further discussion, Commissioner Howe moved to authorize the
Director to take whatever steps necessary to have the pool problem
rectified as soon as possible for an amount not to exceed $500.00.
Commissioner Bly seconded the motion which was approved. Commissioner
Champagne suggested that Tom Flaherty, (Water Department), be contacted
and be on hand, if possible, when the plumbing firm examined the problem.
The Director concurred with this suggestion and also alerted the
Commission that the pool may have to be shut down during the period of
repairs.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT
The Director updated the Commission regarding all summer programs,
and the outlook for the remainder of the season. The Ball Program was
discussed and it was noted that the daily attendance by participants to
this program has diminished noticeably. The Director explained that:
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Bus Transportation, (new this year), team size, and lack of adequate
facilities at all locations, were some of the reasons for the lack of
daily attendance.
The Swim Lesson Program was also discussed in regard to the number
of non-residents who are participating. It was pointed out that presently,
the Recreation Department does not limit registration to residents first,
and therefore, non-residents as well as residents who desire to participate,
may do so on a first come basis. Due to the popularity of some programs
now and in the fu~ure, this may become a serious problem, and therefore,
the Director will analyze the non-resident usage factor in detail in the
summer report.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:42 P.M.
The next meeting will be held on Monday, August 27, 1979 at 7:30 P.M.