Wallenpaupack Lake Estates

Property Owners Association

Marina Committee

Approved Minutes 

June 3, 2023

Tony Schwab called the meeting to order at:   9:02 AM.  

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General Discussion

The new members were welcomed and recognized by the Chairman Tony Schwab and they in turn introduced themselves to the committee.  Chairman Schwab informed the committee that he and Torrey Jacobsen must step down since they have served their allotted terms.   However, since one of the new appointed members has decided not to join the committee because they cannot attend in-person meetings, it was determined that the committee could vote to retain either Torrey or Tony to fill that slot.  Schwab then thanked the members for their participation and excused himself from the meeting.

Committee members then went about nominating and voting on a Chairperson, a Vice-Chairperson and a Secretary and also retaining one of the outgoing members to fill the open slot.

The results after the nominations and voting are as follows:

     Lee Cohen, Chairperson

     Richard Free, Vice-Chairperson

Since no one expressed an interest in being the recording secretary, it was agreed that the members would perform that task on a rotating basis with Frank Carrotozzolo agreeing to take the minutes at the next meeting.

Lee Cohen informed the Committee that he may undergo major surgery in the near future that could impact his ability to perform his duties as Chairperson.

The members then voted to retain Tony Schwab to fill the remaining empty seat on the committee.  Tony was contacted and he returned for the remainder of the meeting.

The discussion then turned to the Marina and the road leading out of it.  It was noted that heavy traffic and speeding are occurring during the summer months.  Since this is not in the scope of the Marina Committee, Paul Pogozelski as a home owner will suggest to John Carney that a speed bump be installed on Boathouse Road.  

The subject of how we could deter the behavior of young people hanging out at the marina after dark with load music, potentially drinking, etc. was discussed.  Kathy indicated the board is also considering a Technology Subcommittee that could look at solutions, including cameras, that could alarm Security without the need for continuous night time human monitoring and or patrolling.  The Marina Committee discussed the problem, but took no action pending hearing back from a Technology Subcommittee should one be formed.

A lengthy discussion followed concerning vehicles observed using the marina as well as other WLE amenities without stickers.  It was suggested that the dock master should verify that any vehicle launching a boat or jet ski has a sticker.  If not, they should be refused access to the launch. 

It was noted at a prior meeting that boots have been purchased by WLE and will be installed on vehicles not displaying stickers which are parked at WLE amenities.

Also discussed was how golf cart and car parking at the marina could be configured to accommodate more vehicles.  It was determined that the committee would recommend to the board to add to existing signage indicating vehicles with trailers are not permitted to park on Boathouse Road on the weekends from Friday noon to Sunday 6pm and on holidays from 8am to 9pm. 

A suggestion was made to apply preservatives to at least the top of the docks we have already replaced in order to extend their life. We are currently under a ten-year program to replace all the docks.  Each year over ten that we can extend the life would result in significant increase in our reserve balance. This could be a project for the committee, but the docks would need to be treated either after they are brought in or before they are put out.

Another concern that needs to be addressed is with the new dock construction.  Some major issues have been observed concerning the quality of the construction.  John Carney was informed and he said the issue would be addressed when the docks are taken out in the fall. 

The next meeting is scheduled for Saturday, July 29, 2023, at 9.00am at the fire house.

The meeting adjourned at 10:55 AM