PBIA Board of Directors Meeting Minutes From August 12, 2022

Aug 30, 2022

Board meeting minutes CAPTURE

PBIA Minutes

August 12, 2022, 7:00 p.m.

Location:  Lyons National Bank

 

Attendees:  Lori Furguson, Becky Hilbert, Jon Post, Korey Post, Chip Compertore, Mike Faillace, Terry Palis, Alina Palis

 

Opening Remarks:  Myrtle

  • The Rooftop Concert was a huge success
    • Wild Wings – birds were a big hit.  Donations were received
    • Merchandise was sold
    • 25+ boats
    • AND – Chris Forster got down on his knee and Heather said YES!!!

 Approval of July 8, 2022 Minutes

  • Motion for Approval made by Jon Post
  • Seconded by Korey Post
  • Minutes approved and posted on website

Theft of the Port Bay Sign:

  • Pick Up truck was spotted at the site
  • Beer cans left behind.  The thief had to remove 18 screws
  • Sean said he will not be replacing the sign
  • It was suggested that the PBIA board replace the sign
  • Terry suggested the replacement sign on West Port Bay Rd. should be lowered to the same height as the “Entering” Sign.  All agreed.
  • It was also suggested to put a sign when exiting the Channel
  • Motion to replace sign on West Port Bay Rd. made by Mike Faillace
  • Seconded by Jon Post
  • Approved
  • Mike will connect with Sean to find out who made the sign and what the cost was.
  • Sign exiting Channel “Thank You for Visiting Port Bay”
    • Jon will check on prices with Vital Signs

Treasury Report:

  • Alina separated some items on the treasury report
  • Finances are in good shape.  On 7/24, the CD matured and it was automatically renewed.
  • Motion for Approval made by Chip Compertore
  • Seconded by Jon Post
  • Treasury Report approved

REDI (Resiliency Economic Development Initiative):  Lori Furguson

  • Lindsay Gerstenslager sent Lori an email with updates.  Lori will forward email to PBIA board.
  • Beaver Creek/Culvert Project on West Port Bay Road – moving forward with a projected completion date in 2023.
  • Weed Harvesting completed from 7/18 through 8/5/2022. 

Channel:

  • Channel is not in good shape on left side going out to the Lake
  • Lori checked with other resources for dredging.  Local contractor is unable to dredge nor can the town of Wolcott.
  • Lori talked to LaValley and he might be able to dredge the Channel.  Lori asked for his estimate and LaValley quoted “not a lot”
  • Lori will call LaValley and pin down the timing and cost (up to $2,000)
  • PBIA Board needs to continue to address channel dredging options for the future.
  • Jon reported that he does not know where the location is to put the buoy.
  • Lori talked to Bruce Coon.  He tried to find chain and block, but believes that dredging might have hit it and broke it.  So, Bruce could not hook up a milk jug marker so Jon could locate it.
  • ACTION Item:  Jon/Bruce/Jeff to get together to try to find it and check out if the block is in shape for use.  Lori will call Bruce.

Merchandise:  Korey

  • Sold out of zip-up sweat shirts
  • Need to order more shirts
  • Need ideas a how to promote the sale of wine glasses, tumblers, & t-shirts
    • Suggestion was made to maybe offer “Buy1 get 1 Free”
    • Suggestion was made to put a shirt in a glass and sell at the Fishing Derby
    • Christmas Sale
  • Money needed for zip-ups $2,500
    • 2 different colors
    • Suggestion made to sell Port Bay flags
  • Motion made to approve the $2,500 by Lori
  • Seconded by Becky Hilbert
  • Approved

Whistlewood Trail:  

  • DEC contacted residents on West Port Bay Road and were told to remove their boats and trailers.  This land is the property of DEC.
  • Terry will get us an update on the Trail.

Website:  Terry

  • The website is working great
  • Registration for fishing derby via the website is working great.

Upcoming Events:

  • Family Fishing Derby:  September 4th
    • This will be the 4th Family Fishing Derby
    • Over 100 attendees last year
    • Fishing poles purchased
    • Got donations of over $500
    • As of 8/12/22:  dozen participants have signed up
    • Talk to Bayfront (Matt) to provide food – Mike will talk to Matt
    • PBIA volunteers needed to sell the food
    • PBIA will donate items for prizes
    • Donations and registration dollars used for prizes

Meeting adjourned:

  • Motion to adjourn was made by Lori Furguson  
  • Seconded by Mike Faillace
  • Approved
  • Meeting adjourned at 8:02 p.m.

Next Meeting: September 9, 2022 at 7pm.  At Lyons National Bank