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Rhumb Line - March 2011
News From Willsboro Bay Marina
Recent Snowfalls
We have had some substantial snowfalls this winter and are expecting another 6" to 10" of heavy, wet snow today (February 25) followed by rain on Monday (February 28). We recommend that all boat owners periodically check their boats and covers throughout the winter and remove accumulated snow.
Launch Scheduling!
We will "open the schedule book" and begin accepting launch date requests at 9:00 AM on Monday April 18, 2011. We require copies of all boat keys and lock combinations and parking permits on automobiles before we will launch any boat that will remain docked at the marina overnight or longer after launching, and all accounts must be cleared before launching.
We strongly recommend that the boat owner or the owner's representative be present at launching; an additional fee of $150.00 (plus tax) as stated in our August 2010 rate sheet will apply for launching without the owner present. We encourage owners to be present during the launching and initial docking of their boat because we believe that it is prudent for boat owners to check for leaks or other problems which may develop in the first few hours after launching. Launching by the marina does not include any follow-up procedure or monitoring; it is recommended that the owner be on hand to thoroughly check over the boat after launching. We schedule launching by lettered sequence (A, B, C, D, E, F, G) and do not assign specific times. The first launch of the day occurs around 8:00 AM and then we proceed through the remaining launches for that day without delay. If you are not present and ready when we come to launch your boat, we will proceed to the next boat and you may need to reschedule. Our intention is to complete all scheduled launches as early as possible each day and then launch a few extra boats whose owners are present and ready. Owners should be ready by 8:00 AM for sequence A & B, by 8:30 AM for sequence C & D, by 10:00 AM for sequence E & F, and by 11:00 AM for sequence G to allow us to complete all of the launches scheduled for that day. The time required for each launch varies according to weather conditions and special requirements of each boat.
Important Banking Notice for Cheques Drawn on Canadian Banks
Please see this important notice before writing in "US Funds" on a cheque drawn on a Canadian Bank.
Marina Improvements for 2011 include:
- New dock sections are now constructed with diagonal bracing for added stiffness and stability.
- All new fingers on dock 4 (except for those already replaced in the past few years)
- More than half of the main dock sections have been replaced on dock 3 and many other mains have been replaced or upgraded throughout the marina.
- Many fingers have been upgraded on docks 1, 2 and 3.
- Additional electrical distribution capacity for docks 3 and 4 is in progress.
- New flooring in reception area of marina store
Seasonal Notices and Reminders
- Bottom Sanding - All sanding and grinding jobs and equipment must be approved by Paul Mero before commencing work. All sanding and paint debris shall be collected with drop cloths and disposed of properly. The boat owner is financially responsible for clean-up of other boats and marina facilities fouled by sanding debris. Sanding and grinding may only be performed with approved dust free equipment with vacuum collection. Skirting around the boat, ground tarps and disposable coveralls are required, and a full face mask and safety goggles are strongly recommended. Disposable coveralls must be removed before entering the marina store or bathrooms.
- The marina requires proof of proper and adequate insurance coverage (including liability and workers compensation insurance) from any outside contractor or paid laborer before permitting them to work at the marina, along with proper release and indemnification . This requirement applies to anyone working on boats at the marina other than the boat owner or the owner's immediate relatives (spouse, siblings, parents, children). Outside contractors and paid laborers must provide proof of compliance with all applicable governmental regulations, including pesticide applicator certification for anyone applying antifouling paints.
- Shrinkwrap may not be placed in our dumpsters and we do not provide free disposal of shrinkwrap. Shrinkwrap recycling kits are available for purchase at the marina store. Disposal fees including labor and the cost of the needed shrinkwrap recycling kits will be billed for all shrinkwrap found in or around our dumpsters or left on marina grounds.
- Air conditioners, heaters and water heaters must be shut off when boats are unoccupied. Their operation while boats are unoccupied is a senseless waste of resources, a safety hazard, and an unnecessary cost and strain on the marina's electrical system. The marina will monitor for cooling water discharges and electrical consumption and we reserve the right to disconnect or shut down these items without notice when they are found running in unoccupied boats.
- Dockside water hoses may not remain connected to unoccupied boats because a minor plumbing failure could then sink a boat. Electrical cords may not be connected to shore power receptables on the dock unless the other end is already connected to a boat, as this is an electrocution hazard.
- Speed Limit - Automobiles must limit speed to 5 mph on marina property. This limit is for the safety of children and all other visitors to the marina.
- Boatyard Supplies and materials - We maintain an inventory of wooden blocks, cut lumber and Styrofoam blocks in order to properly set and store boats and docks. These are not scrap or surplus materials; please do not borrow or move these materials without authorization from marina management.
- Boat owners must supply properly sized and placed fenders and docklines. A minimum of 3 fenders and 4 docklines are recommended and dock lines should never run straight down from the boat to the dock. Boats should be sprung to maintain adequate clearance from the dock and appendages such as anchors, anchor rollers, bowsprits and davits should never overhang the dock.
- The marina is approaching 100% occupancy; we may find it necessary to change some dock assignments for optimum use of the available space.
Merchandise from our Competitors & Package Acceptance
We can order almost any item, part, accessory, or supplies needed for your boat; therefore, it is inappropriate to have items ordered from our competitors or any other sellers of any type of boating supplies, accessories, or parts shipped to the marina. Packages arriving from these sources will be refused. In special circumstances, we will accept a package not containing competing merchandise, provided that special arrangements are made before the package is shipped, including a written request and payment of a reasonable fee for our handling and storage. Should a package from a competitor be accepted due to extenuating circumstances or error, a substantial handling and storage fee must be paid upon pickup of the package. COD deliveries will not be accepted under any circumstances whatsoever. The marina is not responsible for damages, shortages or loss to accepted packages, and unclaimed packages may be disposed of after 30 days with no further obligation. Our service department's policy is not to install equipment or use supplies purchased elsewhere or from our competitors. Please purchase your equipment and supplies from us if you would like us to install or use them. Under extenuating circumstances we may elect to install equipment or use supplies purchased elsewhere, however, a surcharge of 15% of the retail price of the materials will be added to the cost of the job.
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Willsboro Bay Marina, Inc.; 25 Klein Way, Willsboro, NY 12996, USA
Phone (518) 963-7276 44º 24' 15" N 73º 23' 40" W
Last revised 2011-02-25
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