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Residents urge outreach on UV water systems and voice concerns about dock congestion
Summary
Public commenters asked the commission for more outreach on private lake‑water UV system maintenance and raised navigational concerns about dock expansions; the Lake George Waterkeeper urged commissioners to consider congestion near state and municipal docks.
During public comment residents raised two distinct issues: maintenance of private UV water‑treatment systems and navigational congestion near docks and public launches. David Hartman, a resident, urged the commission to publicize proper UV sleeve replacement and maintenance after observing poorly maintained systems in use by homeowners relying on lake water.
Chris Nowitzki, who identified himself as Lake George Waterkeeper, welcomed the recreation study and marina outreach but asked whether state dock regulations require variances and noted that some state or municipal docks are exempt and extend farther (referenced in discussion as roughly 90 feet). He raised concerns about congestion near a location where the Waterkeeper boat docks and other high‑use activities converge, asking commissioners to consider navigational safety when dock changes are proposed.
Commissioners acknowledged the public comments, noted ongoing outreach by the Lake George Association (LGA) and partner groups, and encouraged residents to share informational materials. No formal action was taken at this meeting on these public comments.
