2019 Meeting Notes
The LPBA meets the second Tuesday of every month.
Tuesday, December 10th
8AM | High Peaks Resort. Big Thank You to Lori and the High Peaks Resort for hosting
Next meeting 01/14/20
Introductions: Tim Robinson
Membership:
Future Meetings We need a location for our January 14th 2020 meeting. Please email us if you can host.
LPBA Initiatives:
Holiday Village Stroll~Lori ~ Storytime st St Eustace. Ornament proceeds going to North Elba Christmas Fund. More volunteers are needed. Email Bethany at Roost. Volunteers will be needed around New Years to take down trees in Mid’s Park. Wrap up meeting 1/7/20, 4pm at the High Peaks Resort
Eat ADK ~ Susan O ~ 5th year. Dates 4/30/20 – 5/7/20. 13 restaurants already signed up with the early bird special. Looking for 40+. Sponsors being working on. Levels are different. LPBA is presenting sponsor.
Appearance ~
Meeting on 12/11/19. Main Street redesign and yearly recap. details will follow
40th Anniversary ~ Lori:
Logo Complete consists of ½ 1980, ½ 40th Ann. Will need permission to use. Commercial use would have to use 40th Ann part of logo. More to come. Banners,posters etc will be in the works. Notable 1980 athletes: Dan Jansen and Scott Hamilton Several other Olympic athletes participating as well. Torch run and parade will feature some 1980 torch runners. Businesses are encouraged to create their own event and get it on the 40th Anniversary Calendar.
Main Street Update ~ Tim and Marc: Tim reported that a meeting of the full main street redesign was held. A new plan was was shown with loading zones added and more parking spots were put back. Bill Billerman suggested that 3 spots be removed to open up Mid’s Park. Marc countered that there was already too much parking removed from the North end of main street and we needed to keep those as parking spots. A vote was held anyway and all on the committee voted to remove the spots except for the LPBA reps who voted no and MJ and Brad who abstained.
Marc reported that he and MJ were able to organize and execute a smaller group meeting including Mayor Randall, MJ, Marc, Brad Hathaway and Jim Edgecombe (phone) Ivan also called in at times. Jim reminded us that at our last full Main Street meeting it was determined that we needed to add back as much parking as possible within the scope of the grant framework. The focus was the north end of the street. It was determined the center line could be moved and some more parking could be added on the North End. We also discussed the importance of a large loading zone to serve that end which would be where it is currently (in front of St Eustace.) Parking was also added back to the front of Mids Park. A drop off zone at the corner of Mid’s park by the Haus was also added. It was also discussed that the current plant doesn’t have sufficient space allocated for loading zones. This has been updated and we should have a true count of the actual/gain loss in parking within the project zone. We will continue to work on a couple of other areas, #1 main area and in front of theChristmas Shop and the Haus which are currently street bound. The next full meeting of the group is 12/18/19, noon, at the beach house. The plan is evolving daily. Updates to the plan will be discussed then.
ROOST ~ Catherine Ericson:
Revamping ADK USA emails to be more targeted. #skiadk marketing. Travel and Leisure mentions Placid for the 40th anniversary. Looking for feedback on the “what to do” easel backs. Looking to add experiences to those.
ORDA ~ Patti Clark: Rendering for mid-station and a short term solution almost ready. 3rd week for World Cup due to cancelled event in Salt Lake. BETA version or ORDA TV. will include looped events, live feed, entertainment etc. More details to follow Scott Hamilton confirmed for 40th Anniversary, some type of show mid-week.
Other:
Brandon – Housing update. Hired Comoyne to come up with goals and solutions for the bottom ⅓ income tier. Public meeting went well with over 100 in attendance. Results from Comoyne should come end of January
Present: Tim R, Brandon, Marc, Antony, Yulia, Patty C, Jim K, Wayne J, Jill, Cathy J, Heather L, Heather C, Catherine, Lori, Bambi,Karen, Carol S. Rory, David G, Susan O, Debbie F,
Tuesday, November 12th
5:30PM |Thank you Catherine and the Lake Placid Pub and Brewery for the great hospitality
Next meeting 12/10/19 at High Peaks Resort
Introductions were made
Elections:
Proposed slate elected unanimously: President Tim Robinson, VP Brandon Montag, Treasurer Jill Cardianale, Secretary Marc Galvin
Linda Comito Moore and Jim Koenig were elected to 2 year director slots.
Holiday Village Stroll:
insert coming together
carriage rides on main street
storytime moving to St Eustace
Village Stroll is transitioning to being run by Roost. Will still need several volunteers
BIG thank you to Jessie, Lori, Jon and Tim!
Roost:
New what to do in LP boards available
Winter guides are in, please pick up at Roost if you can
11/25 NYS Council of Leadership in town
Main Street Redesign
Please take time to look over plans and give feedback
The LPBA letter to the editor from the board was taken by the Mayor as being from Marc instead of from our organization
Support given by group to Marc for representing the best interests of the entire LPBA
Other:
December 10th is Shop Local Night from 6-9pm. Several stores offering specials
40th Anniversary planning going well, several great events happening the entire week
Present: Catherine Ericson, Tim Robinson, Marc Galvin, Lori Fitzgerald, Brandon Montag, Heather LePere, Heather Clark, David Genito, Victoria Celeste, Karen Delany, Jim and Judy Shea, Carrie Gentile, Sarah Kane, Betsy Baxter, Marcy Miller, Bob Dimarco, Lisa Lester
Tuesday, October 8th
8AM | The Breakfast Club etc. Big Thank You to Heather and the Breakfast Club for hosting
Next meeting 11/12/19 5:30pm Big Slide Brewery and Public House
Introductions: Tim Robinson
Membership:
Future Meetings 11/12/19 Evening social/meeting and elections at Big Slide. Thank you to Catherine for hosting.
Elections in November. Proposed slate; Tim President, Brandon VP, Jill Treasurer, Marc Secretary. Board seats, Linda and Jim K. Any and all nominations welcome to lpbaofficers@gmail.com
LPBA Initiatives:
Holiday Village Stroll~Lori: Horse and carriage again. Village granted permission. Insert for newspaper in progress. Only printed piece this year. Promos due 10/15 to be included in printed piece. the insert, in addition to your listing for promotions, tastings, music, etc. Carols Swirsky will be reaching out regarding advertising (paid) or you can reach out to her if interested. cswirsky@adirondackdailyenterprise.com
Looking for hotel to sponsor the photo contest. Trees and wreaths in Mids park. Next meeting 10/15 8:00am at High Peaks Resort
EAT ADK Restaurant Week ~ Tim: 2020 dates 4/30 – 5/7 Roost helping. Early bird signup for restaurants before 11/1/19. Next meeting 10/16 *:30am at the Saranac Lake Roost office.
Appearance Committee ~ Lori F.: Several areas cleaned up and wildflower garden in Mid’s Park. LP Land Trust have trees for power pond park. Volunteers needed to help plant 10/13 at 1:00pm. Hoping to get 4th and 5th graders involved on the committee in the New Year.
1980 Olympic Anniversary 40 year planning ~ 2/14/20 – 2/23/20 Lori: Tentative schedule. ORDA completely on board. Logos ready but USOC must approve. Some athletes secured, working on more.A vote was taken and the LPBA will be a sponsor. $1500 was approved
Main Street redesign/Parking garage ~ Art Devlin: Timing is this spring to take advantage of secured grants. Replacing the water main, storm water control, and streetscaping are the main aspect of this project which should take 2 years, nit working in July or August.
The discussion in the room supported the need for a new water line and to protect Mirror Lake from the salt runoff. Many questioned the lack of curbside parking and loading zones in the initial plans. We are soliciting feedback from all members of the LPBA. Marc has a drawing at The Bookstore Plus and we are working on getting an electronic version to circulate. The group spoke on having a good marketing plan during the redesign as to have as minimal impact on business as possible. Large signage on both ends of the construction showing we are open for business. Can the village find funds to help businesses that are negatively impacted during the construction?
ROOST ~ Catherine Ericson:
LP Insider: Bethany Valenze : Events can be added to the insider or lakeplacid.com and will appear in on both. When publishing your event you have the ability to publish a header photo and several others. Please use at least one other photo that differs from your header.
ORDA ~ Patti Clark: Highway and gondola close after this weekend. 10/24 can am starts with very large groups. Will provide venue construction update at next meeting
Other: Concern for losing the Gap as an anchor business. What is Lake Placid’s economic development plan?
Present: Tim R, Brandin, Marc, Antony, Yulia, Patty C, Kayte B, Jessie, Jim K, Wayne J, Jill, Cathy J, Adidi, Heather L, Heather C, Catherine, Cathy C, Lori, Bambi, Marcy D, Art D, Karen, Bethany, Pam, Carol S
Tuesday, September 10th
8AM | Lake Placid Fire Station Thank you Staff & Volunteers for all you do!
Next meeting 10/08/19 at The Breakfast Club, Etc.
Introductions: Tim Robinson
Membership:
Future Meetings
-October 8th at Breakfast Club
-November Evening Social TBD
LPBA Initiatives:
Lake Placid Holiday Village Stroll – Lori Fitzgerald
Meeting last week – sponsorships are coming together.
Point person has been identified. Lori talked to ROOST about a partnership with the LPBA and we welcome Bethany Valenze as chair for the event moving forward into next year.
The 2019 HVS will still be a collective effort amongst the committee members, with Bethany assuming event responsibilities in the future.
We have the Arena for the skating party!!!
Can always use more sponsors and are still actively looking for more, including a Presenting Sponsor.
Next Tuesday September 17th, 8 AM at HPR.
Cutoff for ADK Daily Enterprise insert stories/ads is October 15th!!
EAT ADK Restaurant Week – Tim Robinson
EAT ADK has grown to include Long Lake, Tupper Lake, Saranac Lake, Lake Placid with interest from Elizabethtown, Keene, Ticonderoga & Old Forge.
The number of committee members has significantly declined.
The committee has been meeting with ROOST about assistance in coordination between regions.
2020 Restaurant Week will be from April 30th to May 7th 2020!
Searching for Point Persons in each region – working with ROOST.
Paul Smith College & Community Bank are partnering on the Food Drive. PSC is no longer a presenting sponsor.
Main Street Parking Redesign ~ Tim:
No update about schedule for a meeting with Community Committees assigned by Mayor Randall.
Appearance committee ~ Lori:
Power Pond Park update – trees may be donated
Trying to get more art into the community – Community Development committee is trying to get an Arts commission together.
There is a design for a 40 foot Olympic Ring sculpture, but there is no approval yet. Size of sculpture may need to be scaled down.
Volunteer garden progress outside of Erie’s. Clean up around the garden beds with the addition of a trash can to control littering.
Fencing around the oval: Different owners of each side of the fence make it difficult to coordinate a remodel around the oval.
Signs and sign boards – surveys went out after ordinance passed to take stock of how it is going. There is still a need for consistent enforcement and uniform use.
40th Anniversary of Miracle on Ice ~ Lori Fitzgerald:
USOC reached out to see how they can help.
Committee is meeting and they are talking about producing apparel with approved logos thru Bear Essentials.
Torch run, Fireworks, full calendar of events at all venues and spots in town, movie at Palace Theatre
Still need more fundraising to pull off a big event – opportunities for businesses to Sponsor & be involved!
Working on securing athletes from the 1980 Olympics.
Talk about needing to pay the athletes to come, but was brought up to just ask them to come and participate without having to get paid.
Jim Koenig said they are trying to bring in an athlete for Sunday service at the Baptist Church.
Next meeting, Thursday September 12th, 8AM at HPR
ROOST ~ Catherine Ericson:
ROOST providing posters for the 40th Anniversary MOI and if people have anything in mind for posters with the past, present & future, please let Catherine know.
Last week was the marketing meeting with all of their partners. Now working on 2020 marketing plan.
Whiteface shuttle release with schedule
Conference here SICAS starting tomorrow
The Conference Center is not accepting Conferences until construction at the Conference Center is completed closer to 2023. Booking Managers are farming out conferences to available hotels around Lake Placid.
Village ~Art Devlin:
Paving was delayed and they are now back on track for several roads in town.
Greenwood street is getting a new water line – current construction.
Grease tank is now down at the wastewater treatment plant for restaurants to utilize a safe and responsible disposal of kitchen grease.
New electric block building going in behind the firehouse
New switch gear going in behind firehouse
Tree cutting going on for power lines
Waiting for 3 new police officers
Fire department is having a golf scramble
Bricks are being picked but looks like granite
Rental registration – working with the town and they have a workshop this afternoon to try and
both be on the same page with the law.
ORDA ~ Patti Clark:
Winter Blitz will start next week – online campaign to sell tickets
Ski show program from oct through December
Lots of Events this fall and check the schedule for more details
Oktoberfest is September 28th -29th at Whiteface Mountain!!!
Other:
AsRA Adirondack Champlain Regional Salt Summit hosted at Golden Arrow on Thursday, October 3rd from 8AM to 3PM.
Present: Pam S, Margaret M, Art D, Matthew S., Kelly C, Cathy J, Heather L, Jim K, Patty C, Tim R, Brandon M, Catherine E, Lori F, Dave G, Wayne J, Linda M., Ashely K., Bambi P., Sarah K
Tuesday, August 13th
8AM Golden Arrow. Thank you to Brandon and the Golden Arrow for hosting and the great spread.
Next meeting 09/10/19 at the Firehouse
Introductions: Tim Robinson
LPBA Initiatives:
Holiday Village Stroll Lori F. Rack Cards available. Looking for sponsors and more committee members. Story hour moving from MLI to HPR. LPBA and ROOST are going to partner up to put on the Holiday Village Stroll
- EAT ADK Restaurant Week Dates 4/30/20- 5/7/20
- Main Street redesign/Parking garage: Mayor looking for 3 reps from LPBA. We’ve given names. Ask the Mayor for the current work up if interested.
- Appearance Committee Update ~ Lori F.:
Kayak Rack near toboggan shoot complete and for public use. Launch to come. Clarkson Students will help with Power Pond Park design. - 1980 Olympic Anniversary 40 year planning Lori F. Torch run to flame. Portable torch in Mids Park. Fun Zone (mids park or beach) Theme is athlete’s past,present and future. Skating and movie and the Palace possible. All ideas welcome.
ROOST ~ Catherine Ericson:
LAX feedback mostly positive. Will write thank you to Dave C and George L.
8/27 10am marketing meeting.
Subaru was here promoting Leave no Trace.
Produced a notice to hikers to help with parking situation.
Conference on 9/12 250 people.
70.3 Ironman volunteers needed. Contact Bethany at Roost.
Village ~ Art Devlin:
Water Fountains 1 at Beach house. 1 possible at Tennis Courts next year.
Paving to begin again 8/26. Small stones used in Europe for traction being brought in to try to reduce the amount of salt. Granite sidewalks of Main Street very probable, possibly around lake.
LPPD lost 2 hires 3.
Dealing with pest problem at Mid’s park
ORDA ~ Patti Clark:
Jumping should be open this winter.
New RFID gates at WFace.
ISU Jr. Grand Prix 8/28 – 8/31. 130 Skaters.
NBC to air Luge World Cup.
Presence at NY state Fair.
No Conferences from 2020 -2023 because of arena remodel.
Other:
Lake Placid Film Festival: Gary Smith. 5 Days 10/23 – 10/27. 30 Films. Will send code for discounted festival admission. https://lakeplacidfilmfestival.org/ for more info
Present: Pam S, Margaret M, Art D, Gary S, Kelly C, John H, Heather L, Jim K, Patty C, Heather C, Tim R, Brandon M, Catherine E, Lori F, Marc G, Dave G, Wayne J
Tuesday, July 9
8AM The Bookstore Plus on the deck. Thank you to Marc and Sarah at The Bookstore Plus for hosting
Next meeting Tuesday 08/13/19 at Golden Arrow (outside at boathouse)
Introductions: Tim Robinson
Membership:
Future Meetings, September Lake Placid Firehouse
LPBA Initiatives:
Holiday Village Stroll ~ Lori F. 10th Anniversary. No ice for skating party. Looking for alternate ideas. Needs more volunteers to help
EAT ADK Restaurant Week ~ Tim R. 5th year. Small committee needs volunteers to help
Main St Redesign ~ Art D.: What is it? Speak with Craig. Likely 2 phases Post office to Marcy rd then Marcy to #1 Main. Heated sidewalk would need support from the state.
Appearance Committee ~ Lori F.: Kate Smith fountain work. Power pond work this fall. Fencing near oval needs to be replaced, who’s paying (30K) Questions on lower garden at bandshell. Who should fix it up? Not a village priority.
1980 Olympic Anniversary 40 year planning Lori F. Discussions on who we can get to come. How much? How can everyone get involved? Window displays, merchandise, book signings etc.
ROOST ~ Catherine Ericson: New sign up in Muni Lot. Try to like and share Bethany’s Ironman Volunteer posts. More volunteers needed. ROI # for ROOST $58 spend for $1 marketing. General what to do in Placid signs passed out. Can add/subtract.
Village ~ Art Devlin: LPPD officer returned from sheriff’s dept. Parkside power poles removed. New light posts installed. Fall paving: Mill Pond to Corner store. More discussions on sidewalk around lake. Maybe granite, durable but expensive. Good pavers or stamped concrete also being considered.
ORDA ~ Tim on behalf of Patti.: Check website for current schedules
Other: Discussion on the beach house and public beach. Both should be open later for the summer. Especially restrooms at beach house.
Present: Tim R, David G, Margaret M, Cathy J, Wayne J, Catherine E, Linda M, Alex H, Yulia, Jim K, Heather L, Heather C, Art D, Karen D, Lori F, Bambi P, Marc G
Tuesday, June 11th
8AM | High Peaks Cyclery Guidehouse, Thank you to Karen and Brian for hosting
Next meeting 07/09/19 at The Bookstore Plus
Introductions: Tim Robinson
Climate Smart Presentation : Anya Morgan and Elise Pierson from the LPCS. PowerPoint presentation will be forthcoming.
Membership:
High Peaks Guidehouse ~ Karen Delaney
Future Meetings : Deck at the Bookstore Plus July 9th, August location needed
LPBA Initiatives:
Holiday Village Stroll ~ Tim R and Lori. 10th anniversary Dates Dec 13th – 15th. . As of now no ice for skating party. Looking for alternate ideas , 300 people usually attend. Promos for stroll in by 10/15 to be included in newspaper insert. New storytime location high peaks resort
EAT ADK Restaurant Week ~ Tim R. 2019 went well. 2020 planning starting. Needs more bodies. If restaurants are participating and are closed days during that week they have to include that info with their menu
Main St Redesign/Parking garage ~ Art D. plans in works. Our group wants to be involved
Appearance Committee ~ Lori F.: 120 trees planted power pond park. Path and bridge plan in the works. Talking about better utilization of the community center, especially in winter, possible vendor to run it ie. skate rentals, snacks etc.
1980 Olympic Anniversary 40 year planning ~ Lori F. Committee formed, needs to meet. Past, present and future athlete involvement
Fiber Optic Presentation
ROOST ~ Catherine Ericson:
New Lakeplacid.com in beta testing. feedback welcome. Check your photos and listings on the new site.Contact Glenn P with concerns, updates. Working on J1 welcome kit. LP insider needs more content, submit your events.
Village ~ Art Devlin: DPW cleaning sand, striping company working on lines, crosswalks etc. LP Elec. bypass project moving along, tree cutting in the works. LPPD 3 great new candidates in academy with local roots.
New Brick sample for village sidewalks. Used inMontreal. Very durable and attractive. Better than concrete.
ORDA ~ Patti Clark: Summer guide out. 2 summer skating comps June and August. 2020 World synchro 4/1 – 4/4/20. Front line staff program available to visit ORDA venues at no cost. Contact Patti
Other:
I Love BBQ festival July 5th – 7th
Lake Placid Film Festival
Bambi Pedu ~ Lake Placid Library summer reading program. Book pickup available at the train station in the summer for ease of parking.
Present: Heather L, Kelly C, Linda M, Bambi P, Antony D, Chris E, Catherine E, David G, Tim R, Julia, Patti C, Sara, Margaret M, Jen K, Elise and Anya (LPCS) Carol S, Cathy J, Wayne J, Marc G, Brian D, Art D, Heather C
Tuesday May 14th
social/meeting at The High Peaks Resort.
Next meeting is 06/11/19 at High Peaks Cyclery “Base Camp”
The board has been in discussions about direction and goals for our business community moving forward. Our reviews have reminded us of the deep love that we share for our community. By tapping into our passion for our community, we found a connection in the hopes and values we treasure. During this meeting, we are inviting a diverse group of those who are leaders and influencers in the community to gather with us and answer that same questions to find common ground in the heart each of us has for Lake Placid. So have a drink on us and be prepared to share what you love and value most in Lake Placid to add to our collective thinking.
5:30 pm – 6:00 pm ~ Mingling and Networking
6:00 pm Introductions ~ Jim Koenig: Chairman
6:15ish on ~ More networking and please place your 1 Best reason you love Lake Placid “Post It” on the community board.
Tuesday, April 9th
8AM | Generations. Thanks Brandon and the staff at Generations for your hospitality!
Next meeting: 05/07/19 6:30pm at the High Peaks Resort. 5:30-6:30pm Social Hour
Future Meetings:
The next meeting will be in our social format: Networking from 5:30 to 6:30 PM. Meeting promptly at 6:30. First drink and munchies free.
The June meeting will be at High Peaks Cyclery “Base Camp” at 0800 Tuesday June 11, 2019
We will meet at the Bookstore Plus at 0800 July 9, 2019
Holiday Village Stroll:
This will be the 10th anniversary of the Village Stroll!
The plan is to have the opening (Friday) skating party on the Olympic Oval this year. The committee is attempting to get that commitment from ORDA in writing due to the party’s importance. Patty Clark offered to follow up.
The plan is to have a multi-page newspaper insert in the Adirondack Daily Enterprise and Lake Placid News. Extra copies will be obtained for distribution by hand. The intention is to have this insert cover several purposes: a listings of schedules, music offerings, and store/restaurant promotions, a stronger branding presence, acknowledgement of sponsors, thank yous to volunteers
This format will eliminate the printing of various pieces of paper including store promotions. Therefore the deadline for submitting promotions will be a “hard” one…no later than November 1, 2019.
There will be shopping dollars…the list of participants will be printed on the back of the dollars.
EatAdk:
Restaurant Week is May 2 – 9, 2019. There is good participation this year and even reaches as far as Long Lake.
Community Bank (a sponsor) is promoting the backpack food drive. Other organizations are joining in. Please see backpackprogramflyer.pdf or backpackprogramflyer-1.jpg for more information.
Main Street Redesign:
There is no new information. There was discussion about the performance and longevity of the new sidewalk pavers (apparently not so good). Discussion further highlighted the letter to the Village Board concerning salt use reduction and the proposal to heat sidewalks. Please see FINAL ASSI Save Mirror Lake Letter 3-9-19.pdf. The last day to e-sign the letter is 4/10/2019.
Appearance Committee:
A tree planting plan is underway for Power Pond Park. Goals are to provide shade for fish habitat along the river as well as to provide new screening for adjoining residences.
The committee is also finalizing plans for the finishing touches at the Beach House. A kayak rack is a approved (pending money to pay for it).
40th Anniversary of the 1980 Olympics:
Lori Fitzgerald is looking to form a committee to plan for this (next February). Please contact her if you want to get involved.
Roost:
Carrie Gentile asked for any feedback regarding the function of new meters in the main municipal lot. Apparently the Village is considering these as a system wide replacement
Roost is conducting their quarterly contest to promote business webistes.
Carrie reviewed upcoming conferences.
The summer guide will be out soon.
Carrie was asked about the municipal lot business locator sign. The issue is whether we should update the missing sign and replace….or just replace the old sign. Carrie offered to follow up on this.
ORDA:
Patty Clark said that ORDA is working hard to finalize plans for the major projects envisioned now that the NY State budget is final. ORDA plans a robust program to communicate the various upgrades and the relevant timelines.
The activity guide should be available mid-May
Sarah Diehl announced that the ORDA Store will relocate to the Olympic Center. The current store will close 4/20/2019. The new facility will open 5/1/2019.
Community Day:
Sunday, June 2, 2019 from 1 -5 PM at the Horseshow Grounds. Free food and refreshments. There will be a volunteer of the year award presented…and also a youth award. Please see: Community Day 2019 org invite.pdf for background information.
Other:
May 18, 2019 is Village Clean Up Day. Meet at the Beach House. You can pre-register. It will also be a work day for some tree planting at Power Pond Park as well. Volunteers are encouraged for both activities.
Sarah Diehl asked the group if there is interest in jointly exploring a shopping bag alternative given the impending ban on the use of plastic bags starting in 2020. This might be a Lake Placid branded bag.
Tim Robinson was approached by Paul Smiths students to participate in a focus group. Details are outlined in ACBA Concept Brief.pdf.
Present: Tim Robinson, Wayne Johnston, Linda Moore, Edite Bimonte, Sarah Diehl, Patty Clark, Mike Migliaccio, Heather LePere, Heather Clark, Julia Tyshevycha, Carrie Gentile, Brooks Reynolds, David Genito, Pam Simmons, Cathy Johnston
Tuesday, March 12th
8AM | Terry Robards Wines & Spirits. Thank you to Tim & Caymus for hosting
Next meeting 04/09/19 Golden Arrow
Membership:
Future Meetings:
-May 14th Evening Social at High Peaks Resort
-June 11th at High Peaks Cyclery
LPBA Initiatives:
Holiday Village Stroll: Tim, Lori, Jessie and Jon are meeting on a regular basis. Discussion over possible relocation for the kickoff skating party and confliction with a large Can-Am event in town the weekend of 12/13/19. The committee is working together with ROOST & ORDA, as well as the ADK Daily Enterprise to ensure a prepared 10th Anniversary. Next meeting scheduled for Tuesday, March 19th, 8:30AM at LPCA.
EAT ADK Restaurant Week: Tim Robinson gave an update on Restaurant Week, happening May 2nd thru May 9th, 2019. A continued push for non-restaurant and LPBA members to host “events” during that week. Contact Tim Robinson with any questions or potential involvement.
The committee is finalizing the list of participating restaurants from Lake Placid, Saranac Lake, Tupper Lake, Lake Clear, Long Lake & Wilmington. A sponsorship beverage push for the event is Milagro Tequila & Hendrix Gin. Participating Restaurant Menus must be submitted by April 1st, uploaded thru www.eatadksignup.com
Main Street Redesign / Parking Garage: No major update. Short discussion on water line and future work on Main Street this Summer.
Appearance Committee ~ Lori F.: gave an update on plans for a walk thru of Power Pond Park on Wednesday, March 27th at 8AM. Committee is considering the layout for planting tree cover by the river, the bridge location and path development.
There was discussion of a memorial and/or dedication to the late Connie Cross – plans are in the works.
ROOST ~ Catherine Ericson:
Summer Marketing Meeting on Tuesday, March 26th at 11AM to discuss marketing campaigns for the Summer. The Toboggan Chute is closed for the season.
Ironman Volunteer registration is live at www.lakeplacid.com/ironman-lake-placid
Maple Weekends March 23rd/24th and March 30th/31st
ROOST is looking to work with a hotel for 5 (discounted) rooms for the Chaperones of Marching Band Students coming to town July 4th. If you are interested in accommodating, please contact Catherine.
Village ~ Email to Marc on behalf of Art Devlin, read by Tim Robinson
DPW – once again, DPW is throwing all of its resources unto keeping up with winter. They have installed 2 parking stations in the big lot by the post office. The new meters are both demos from 2 different companies. If you get a chance to try the meters out & have any comments, good or bad, we would love to hear them
Electric – THe village is hoping to award 2 seperate contracts for work to be done at the sub-station by the firehouse at tomorrow’s workshop meeting. This work will take approx. 2yrs to complete. This will enable the Village to shut the power off where it enters the Village from national grid and also bypass the sub station if there’s a problem and to operate solely on the substation at the Electric Dept.
They are also hoping to award buds for continued tree cutting on the Adirondack Lodge Road. Despite the high winds we’ve had this year, the vilalge has had few if any problems with tree falling on power lines. Kimball feels this has a lot to do with tree cutting. He says the cutting is also helping from the standpoint that once a tree does come down, the only thing required is to remove one tree not several
Police – There is a 5k run on May 30. This is being sponsored by law enforcement and is a fundraiser for the Special Olympics. If anyone is interested in running or making a donation Chuck Dobson is the contact person. The best place to reach him is the police department 523-3306
ORDA ~ Patti Clark (via Brandon M.) Short discussion about upcoming hockey tournaments.
Lake Placid Nordic Festival the weekend of 3/16/19 and ECAC Hockey the weekend of March 22nd & 23rd.
Other:
Save Mirror Lake: Tim Robinson gave an update on the AuSable River Association’s Sustainable Salt Initiative (attached) letter sent to The Village of Lake Placid officials.
Public Awareness event scheduled for Wednesday, March 20th from 5:30pm to 6:30pm at Generations.
Community Day Update: Community Day is Sunday, June 2nd from 1-5PM at the Lake Placid Horse Show Grounds. Any businesses that want to donate to the Volunteer of the Year award, please contact Jill Cardinale. Next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, March 21st at 5:30pm at The Pines Inn.
Tip Credit: Heather LePere requested the LPBA send a letter to Senator Jessica Ramos urging withdrawal of the Tip Credit Bill (see attached letter).
Sports Counsel Update: Brandon M. gave a short update on the recent trip to Siberia with Lake Placid officials.
Ice Out tickets available thru April 1st ~ a benefit for The Lake Placid Volunteer Ambulance Service.
Heather Clark mentioned the encore showing of A Star is Born, showing thru Thursday, March 21st at Palace Theatre and Tim Robinson mentioned Wine School, happening Sundays at 2PM at Terry Robards Wines & Spirits.
Present: Tim R., Lori F., Linda M., Heather C., Carol S., Bambi P., Catherine E., Kelly C., Jill C., Brandon M., Lauren R., Dan W., Pam S., Heather L.
Tuesday, February 12th
8AM | at Elderwood at Uihlein. Thank you to Sara for hosting and the generous breakfast spread.
Next meeting 03/12/19 Terry Robards Wine and Spirits
Membership:
Future Meetings
-April 9th at The Golden Arrow 8:00am
-May 14th High Peaks Resort (evening meeting and social)
LPBA Initiatives:
Holiday Village Stroll. Tim, Lori, Jessie and Jon meeting. Looking to get process on paper so anyone can run with it. Redid sponsor packet (attached) Looking for help getting new sponsors who don’t directly benefit from stroll (banks, Drs, Lawyers, investment firms etc.) Next stroll meeting 2/19/19 8:30 am in the LPCA Annex.
Appearance Committee ~ Lori F.: Hoping to find someone to help with 360 Degree rendering of power pond park concept to present to village and for possible grants. Looking to finish up beach house footings and landscaping.
Eat Adk. Registration is live https://eatadksignup.com/ Looking for creative ways to get retail involved. Possible local shopping night on Tuesday 5/7/19 Special promos or food related events welcomed and will be promoted. Community Bank sponsoring and getting behind food drive for the pantry and backpack program.
ROOST ~ Catherine Ericson: 2 April Conferences NY Parks 4/7 – 4/9 450 people (Let Catherine know you’re open) Renzi 4/28 and 4/29 1500 people. ESWG recap over 2100 athletes from 15 states and 3 countries. Most sports had more participation. 16 Sled Hockey teams. Torch run went really well. Time to renew your 2019 Lake Placid Guide.
Village ~ Marc on behalf of Art Devlin
ORDA ~ Patti Clark: World Cup Bob, Skeleton Friday and Saturday. 170 athletes from 20 countries. Whiteface all 3 peaks open. ECAC tourney in March. World Champ ParaBob 3/25 – 3/30
Other: Tim R reported that Elise from LPHS will report in April on the Climate Smart Community Pledge and how businesses can get involved.
2/25/19 Meeting 3rd floor Town Hall on Reconstruction of Quality Inn. They are looking for 19ft variance to take hotel from 2 to 4 stories.
2/21 – 2/24 Youth Hockey large tourney with no food packages.
The group mentioned and reflected on the passing of Denny Allen
Present: Heather L, Heather C, Brandon, Jill, Margaret, Cathy, Lori, Jamey M, Wayne J, Catherine, Pam, David, Sara K, Patti C, Jim K, Carol S, Karen D, Julia, Marc G
Tuesday, January 8th
8AM | The Pines Inn. Thank you to Jill and the Pines for hosting
Next meeting 02/12/19 | Elderwood at Uihlein
Introductions: Tim Robinson
Membership:
-Future Meetings, Please reach out to Jill
-Dues are due J If paid by Feb 5th – Pay only $35!! Invoices will be mailed after Feb 5th for $40 to unpaid members
LPBA Initiatives:
-Holiday Village Stroll
-Main Street redesign/Parking garage (Craig contacting committee post ICG)
-Sign/Flag Code Enforcement. Concerns with inconsistent enforcement
-Possible 2019 LPBA initiatives, Continue with Stroll, needs more bodies to continue to be successful
-Eat Adk, continued involvement
-Community Day: More involvement from our group? What capacity? This years date 6/2/19
-Sign Code: Inconsistent enforcement. Especially with flags/banners
ROOST ~ Catherine Ericson:
-ROOST annual meeting at the Hotel saranac 5-7pm on 1/17. $10 RSVP https://tickets.roostadk.com/annual-meeting/
–Toboggan Chute open this weekend, limited daytime hours
-PBS in Placid 1/12 at 2pm. Skating on the lake. Be out there if you can. Program will air in fall to promote winter sports in Lake Placid
-Discussion surrounding where people put their things while skating on lake (direct customer feedback) Possible beach house use? Bandshell?
-ESWG big torch run this year,. Volunteers for registration and opening ceremonies needed. Contact Bethany bethany@lakeplacid.com
Village ~ Marc on behalf of Art Devlin:
-Crews busy handling winter
ORDA ~ Patti Clark:
-World Cup Freestyle 1/17 and 1/18 at Whiteface. At Jumps 1/19 (free admission for season pass holders)
-Winterfest marketing event in NYC over MLK weekend
-Pond Hockey 1/25- 1/27 and large can-am too
-World Cup Bob 2/15 and 2/16
-Olympic Center total renovation being discussed
Other:
-1/19 Speedskating Alumni gathering at Wiseguys, 7-9:30
-Blood drive at Elderwood 12-5 on 1/15. Blood pressure screening and neck massages for donors
-AARP helping with basic tax work at the Library
Present: Tim R, Kelly C, Bambi P, Wayne J, Cathy J, Linda M, Patti C, Margaret M, Lori F, Heather C, Karen D, Lauren R, Jill, C, Marc G, Julia, Sarah G., Catherine E,