ASSEMBLY POINT ASSOCIATION ANNUAL MEETING JULY 11, 1998 MEETING MINUTES

I. Call to Order and Introduction
President Bill Bernard called the 1998 annual meeting to order promptly at 9:50am. Introductions of Officers were made - Vice President Dennis MacElroy, Secretary Carol Hurst and Treasurer Jane Shires.

II. 1997 Annual Meeting Minutes
The meeting minutes from the 1997 Annual Meeting were offered for discussion by Secretary Carol Hurst. A motion was made, seconded and approved to accept the 1997 meeting minutes as received.

III. Officer's Reports

A. Treasurer
Jane Shires presented the treasurer's report detailing the Association's expenditures and revenues during this past fiscal year (July 1, 1997 to June 30, 1998). Reported balances at year's end were $ 1,429.66 in the checking account and $ 917.20 in the savings account. Jane noted that 74 families paid the $15 annual dues to the Assembly Point Association last year.

SECRETARY'S NOTE: Approximately 225 families reside on Assembly Point and are included on the mailing list for all Association business and information. Dues can be paid at any time to our treasurer at the address provided within.

B. President
Bill discussed a few of the activities and goals of the APtA this past year. The Association is committed to keeping our membership aware of the issues affecting our neighborhood as well as understanding the issues that are of interest to the residents of Assembly Point. A community bulletin board and our membership survey are two items that the Association has been pursuing to accomplish our goals. As always input from our members is welcome and if anyone is interested in serving on any of the active committees please contact any of the officers.

IV. Guest Speakers

This year we invited representatives of our two local volunteer emergency service organizations to speak to us. Both groups gave very informative and helpful discussions on the qualifications and capabilities of our volunteer departments as well as several safety recommendations that were important for all to know. Hi-lights of each talk are as follows:

A. Waite Cowles/Dan Davies - North Queensbury Fire Co. Inc.
Waite Cowles made a presentation on the NQ Fire Co. 1998 is the 50th anniversary year of the formation of the Fire Company. Several activities are planned in commemoration of the anniversary including an Open House at the Fire House scheduled for August 29th. Waite provided general information about member training and certification, emergency calls and responses, safety equipment and costs.
Dan Davies and Jeff Baertschi joined Waite in a discussion of safety issues related to carbon dioxide detectors and their proper use. Knowledge of 911 protocol was stressed, specifically the importance of having a properly identified and marked property. Information was provided on how to check what information the 911 system has for individual's property. The difference in using cellular telephones for 911 calls was identified by noting that when using a cell phone you will reach a dispatcher out of the local area.

B. Ernie Whelden - North Queensbury Volunteer Rescue Squad
Ernie provided general information about the Rescue Squad membership, which consists of 20 active members from drivers to a paramedic. He noted the extensive support system that exists with assistance provided by the Fire Company's First Responders and by adjacent Rescue organizations, i.e. Lake George, Bay Ridge.
An overview of the Squad's equipment was provided along with a brief description of the training and certification requirements of the membership.
Ernie gave advice about when to call 911 and what happens when you call ? People sometimes wait too long to call 911 - Ernie stressed the importance of quick notification - 'Don't hesitate to call' … ' the golden hour is critical '. The importance of clear and precise property identification was also stressed. The rescue squad can't help you if they can't find you. You can check with the Town of Queensbury @ 761-8200 ext. 253 to verify the current information on your property.

A. Nominating Charlie Adamson, representing the nominating committee presented the following slate of officers:

Nominations were requested from 'the floor' but none were received. A motion was made by Joe Shay and seconded by Carol Hurst to elect the slate of officers as proposed. The motion carried without opposition and the officers accepted their positions.

B. Warren County Sewer Project
Dennis MacElroy provided an update on the ongoing sewer project that is currently involved in a legal challenge over the environmental review (SEQR) process it had followed. The presiding judge determined that the project may proceed. Warren County officials estimate that the Lake George, Bolton and Hague portions of the project may go to construction during the 1999 construction season. The North Queensbury portion of the project remains in the environmental review phase as a supplemental environmental impact statement will be prepared to develop a preferred alternative for sewage collection and disposal. Information on this phase of the work may be available to the public during the next several months.

C. Beautification
Jane Shires reported on the annual efforts of the Beautification Committee in their clean up and planting at the top of the Point. Jane, along with Martha and Gard Harris provided the labor to beautify the triangle area with wood chips and geraniums. Help with watering the flowers is always welcomed.

D. Storm Water Management Program
Dennis MacElroy reported that the Town Board will soon adopt the Citizens Advisory Committee's report on stormwater management troublespots in North Queensbury as a planning document. The Town will be then seeking grant money to fund an engineering study for improvements to the Assembly Point Road area as defined in the stormwater troublespots document. Also noted was the formation of an ad hoc committee with representatives from most communities around the Lake (Dick Merrill of Queensbury) with the propose of developing a 'Manual of Best Practices' for stormwater regulatory guidelines. It is intended to supplement LGPC regulations and be administered by the individual Towns.

E. Queensbury Property Assessment
Charlie Adamson reported that the Town was beginning to undertake the revaluation process for a future update. Lew Stone clarified that the assessor's office was taking the first steps in updating the file information for the lake area properties.

F. Assembly Point Map Update
Dennis MacElroy indicated that the Assembly Point Map would be updated again in 1999. A current copy(1996) is available at the meeting to note any known changes.

G. Historian
Bob Holmes reported that Bob Adamson is continuing his efforts in preparing a history of Assembly Point. Bill Bernard notified the members that a document prepared by Bob Ervien's father on the history of Assembly Point is available for review at the Crandall Library or through the APtA for the costs of copying. A sign up sheet is available for those interested in a copy.

H. Assembly Point Shirts
Jane Shires will take new orders for shirts and sweatshirts featuring our very handsome lake and mountain logo. Contact Jane soon to get your order in.
Secretary's Note: The shirts are in and a limited supply of extras are available.

I. Membership
The best efforts to increase active membership may be for neighbors to make contact - particularly to new residents. We should all take an active roll in promoting participation (and dues paying) in the APtA. Neighbors should notify any officer of new residents so that official contact can be made.

VI. Old Business

From Floor -a comment/request was made regarding a posted speed limit sign (specifically for Brayton Lane) being 20 MPH instead of 25. The officers will discuss this with the Highway Superintendent. Milford Lester announced the LGA Lake Book was available to all dues paying members of the LGA. He has them available for distribution at the meeting.

VII. Meeting Adjournment

A motion was made, seconded and approved to adjourn the 1998 Annual Meeting at 12:35 PM. All members were invited to remain for the traditional APtA picnic.

Respectfully Submitted,
Dennis MacElroy
APtA Secretary

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