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1986-06-09 QUEENS BURY RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES OF MEETING .JUNE 9, 1986 Minutes of the regular meeting of the Recreation Commission of the Town of Queensbury, held Monday, June 9th, 1986 at the Queensbury Town Office Building, Queensbury, New York. Chairperson Little called the meeting to order at 7:41 P.M. PRESENT: Commissioners Granger, LaBombard, Lemery, Little, Martin, Teti, Councilman Monahan and Kurosaka and Director Hansen ABSENT: Commissioner B1y VISITOR: Chris Bergeron APPROVAL OF MINUTES The Director explained due to the Recreation Departments work load that the minutes of the May 12, 1986 meeting had not been transcribed yet but should be ready for the next meeting. COMMUNICATIONS The Commission briefly reviewed the Chairman's monthly letter to the Town Board and the Director explained the correspondence received from H. Haggermann, regarding the Ridge Road Park Grant, The Commission was disappointed that the grant had been denied but hoped that'the grant would again be submitted next year. Chairperson Little welcomed Chris Bergeron who was returning as the Playground Coordinator for the 1986 Season. PAVILION RESERVATION SYSTEM The Director handed out the tentative reservation form which had been drafted so that groups can reserve the pavilion/cookout grills at Gurney Lane. The Commission approved the system and authorized the Director to implement and publicize this service as soon as the park is opened this summer. PARK/POOL RULES The Commission reviewed the final draft of the two sets of rules which will be implemented this summer at Gurney Lane. There was discussion on the pool rule regarding the age of children who will be permitted to swim alone. It was explained by the Director that making a parent swim with those children who were under age was a safety precaution and had been in effect since 1978. Though many Commissioners objected, it was agreed that in terms of liability and safety and because there were those parents who will abuse the rule, this rule was necessary. The Director explained that in situations when the pool was not overly crowded, that the manager had the discretion to waive the rule. It was decided that the rule about being able to swim twenty five (25) yards should precede the swim age rule and that Page 2 this might alleviate some of the problems which the latter rule may create. After further discussion both the pool rules (with changes) and the park rules were approved and will be posted at the facility. HOVEY PORD UPDATE The Director explained that the application for the Hovey Pond Project was approved and would be mailed shortly to Encon with the fifty (50.00) dollar fee. GURNEY LANE POOL UPDATE The Commission was updated on the pool construction at Gurney Lane and it was explained that it did not look promising for a June 30th opening. The Director explained that this had been anticipated in the summer brochure and that lessons had been programed to begin at Gurney Lane on July 14th. The Director anticipated using the school pool as an alternate for the first two weeks of the season, and would ask school officials for permission to expand the pool hours on weekdays and on weekends. Some of the commission inquired about staff and were told all guard/instructions would work indoors until Gurney Lane was ready. The Commission also reviewed the new design for the parking lot/entry road and all agreed that this would improve the facility. The question of handicapped parking was brought up and the Director will check with the engineer to insure that this area has been addressed, EXECUTIVE SESSION The Commission adjourned to executive session at 8:36 P.M. to discuss possible land acquisition matters, returning to open session at approximately 9:15 P.M. the Comm~ssion had matters of new business to discuss. SUMMER PROGRAM UPDATE The Director advised the Commission regarding the Boat Safety Course, the South Queensbury softball backstop construction and Chris Bergeron elaborated on playgrounds/arts and crafts programs, The Commission agreed with the recommendation that playground, tennis lessons, and swim lessons all be cancelled for July 4th. Chris also asked Councilwoman Monahan about restroom facilities at Bay Ridge and how to go about getting a playground sign at Westend Park. Councilwomen Monahan said that she would inquire about the restroom facilities and suggested that Chris contact the highway department about the playground sign. DIRECTOR'S REPORT The Director gave a verbal report and showed an example of the interior park signs for Gurney Lane. The Commission agreed with the sign color chosen and also asked Chris to explain the arts and crafts program and the playground trip schedule which have been programmed for the summer. The Commission discussed amongst themselves about a summer schedule of visits to all playground/activity sights and agreed on the following: D. Granger M. Lemery week of 7-07-86 week of 7-14-86 .' , Page 3 T. :Hartin J, LaBombard B. Little week of 7-21-86 week of 7-28-86 week of 8-04-86 This information will be typed and sent to all Commissioners as a reminder. COMMISSION MEETING ATTENDANCE The Commission discussed the upcoming summer meetings and based on the vacation commitment of a number of Commissioners, it was decided to cancel the August 11th meeting. There was also discussion on the importance of attendance at future Commission meetings and it was suggested that the Director contact Commissioner Bly to determine his status with the Commission. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 10:10 P.M. The next meeting will be held on Monday July 14, 1986 at 7:30 P.M.