Spring 2022 President's Letter
BIG MOOSE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Founded in 1928
Dedicated to Education and Environmental Conservation,
Water Quality and Water Safety
May 31, 2022
Greetings BMPOA Members,
As we enter into this endemic stage of COVID and the Big Moose summer activities return to normal, please be mindful that COVID isn’t in our rearview mirror. I would ask that we are thoughtful of vulnerable populations, respect those that mask up, and use good handwashing techniques. I have the experience that persons are testing negative for COVID well into symptom onset, so please stay home when you are not feeling well. That being said, we are looking forward to the return of the 4th of July picnic (Saturday July 2nd), later that evening Pat Duffy will host a firework display (rain date is the 3rd), and the summer festivities culminate in the Labor Day Boat parade. Also, a friendly reminder to register your boats; last year many BMPOA residents were ticketed for lack of boater registration.
Invasive Species: Thankfully, Big Moose Lake continues to have good water test results and no sign of invasive species. Our beautiful Big Moose Lake is one of only a few Adirondack Lakes that remains free of invasive species. If not appropriately inspected, boats and personal watercraft entering BML risk introducing an invasive species. Please remain extremely diligent and continue to do your part by inspecting guest’s watercraft, rental canoes, kayaks, and boats before permitting them to launch on BML. We remain grateful to Dunn’s Boat Service, Pat Duffy, Tom Clarke III, and his staff for inspecting and power washing boats as needed.
Dye Testing: The TOW plans to resume a regular dye testing schedule.
Recreation Program: Kurt Pardue and Anne Dew have prepared an excellent Big Moose Summer Recreation Program. It begins on Monday, July 4th and ends Friday, August 12th. See the welcome letter, activity calendar, summer safety information, and release forms. The lake and mile swim are schedule for July 30th; there will not be a gathering following the swim.
Youth Protection Training Go to http://my.scouting.org/, log in or create an account. Click on the Youth Protection logo on the right of the screen. Enroll in the mandatory training to begin the course. It takes about an hour, and it is recommended you use a good internet connection. Certification is valid for two years.
Higby Road Garage Collection: Due to high diesel costs and limited man power, the TOW HAS CHANGED THE PICKUP SCHEDULE: Trash Pickup will be on Mondays only, beginning June 6th and ending October 3rd. There is no trash pick-up Monday July 4th or September 5th; holiday pickup is the following Tuesday. I have spoken to the TOW Public Works Supervisor extensively about my concerns for a Monday pickup only, especially as many residents leave on Sunday evening. Unfortunately, this day is non-negotiable as trucks will already be collecting trash in our area. The TOW Transfer Station is open every day except Wednesday from 8am-12PM, and opens again on Saturdays and Sundays 1PM-4PM.
White Metal Day is July 16th, 8AM-4PM (bottom of Higby and Big Moose Road intersection). If you are in the area, the TOW transfer station has a white metal and old furniture day scheduled for June 4th, 11th and 18th, please see the TOW website for more information.
Association Center In deference to those living nearby, please do not conduct activities (unless a BMPOA designated event) on or near the Association Center past 10PM daily. The Association Center is unlocked, and an AED is now onsite until October 10th.
Continue to follow NYS guidelines regarding COVID safe practices.
Emergency Services As you are aware, the Big Moose Ambulance Company has officially closed. The Old Forge and Raquette Lake Ambulance Companies serve our area. If you are concerned about the distance these companies must travel to our location or feel we are underserved, please express your concerns to our state and local politicians. For your information, Wellnow in New Hartford is open 8AM to 8PM daily (315-275-3046).
Chicken BBQ fundraiser will be on July 23rd . Contact Kurt or Maggie Pardue at 315-357-3095 to place your orders. Please pick up your chickens from 11AM-1PM.
BMPOA Annual Meeting is July 23rd at 9AM. Given the current spread of COVID variants, we will conduct a hybrid meeting for those who do not wish to attend in person. An email will be sent to all members with the meeting agenda and link a few days prior to July 23rd.
Lastly, please pay your BMPOA dues ASAP if you have not already.
Details on BMPOA and other activities are available elswhere on this website. In addition, you can follow on Social Media. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BMPOA or Instagram: www.instagram.com/b.m.p.o.a
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.
Looking forward to seeing you in and around Big Moose Lake.
Colleen Zogby
BMPOA President
315-357-5798
zogss@aol.com