A STRONG & UNITED ASSOCIATION OF THRIVING MARINE PROFESSIONALS
The ESMTA promotes the recreational boating industry throughout New York State, encourages the safe and proper use of boats, marine accessories and facilities through means consistent with the public interest & welfare.
Incorporated in 1975, the Association consists of seven regional marine trades organizations that have joined together to exchange ideas and information; further cooperation and friendship between members; and develop mutually beneficial services such as public relations, legislative interests, and group insurance.
By joining ESMTA, your membership is a cooperative partnership advancing the marine trades industry in New York State. As a member, you lend your voice to the common cause of recreational boating and enable the organization to advocate more effectively in support of the industry.
ESMTA is dedicated to preserving all of the NYS waterways and work in conjunction with all organizations and state agencies to educate the public. One of the ways we do this is to provide any new legislation and educational materials to all of our members, who will then distribute throughout their regions. If you are a marina or a marine dependent company, we welcome your participation.
our strong legislative team
Each region has the full support of our lobbying team in the skill & talents of Sheridan Hohman & Associates
LEGISLATIVE WINS FOR THE ESMTA
The ESMTA promotes the recreational boating industry throughout New York State, encourages the safe and proper use of boats, marine accessories, and facilities through means consistent with the public interest and welfare. And has a strong presence at the State Governmental Level.
COVID-19
ESMTA was the most influential advocate in having Marine Trades businesses deemed Essential Business in New York State during COVID-19.
• This included rental boats and recreation activities
• Charter Fishing
New York State Canal System
ESMTA has worked extensively to build a stronger relationship as stakeholders with the New York State Canal System and was able to fight back against detrimental changes to the New York State Canal System:
• ESMTA was instrumental in making sure the Canal Champlain Lock 7 remained open and continues to promote the eradication of invasive species.
• ESMTA has worked to defeat legislation that would unnecessarily re-organize the canal system
• ESMTA continues to work on having the NYS Canal System Seasonal dates extended for a longer season.
Regional Flood
• ESMTA works closely with the State on the water levels of Lake Ontario and works with the State REDI Commission
Boating Safety
ESMTA was instrumental in implementing a phased in boating safety certificate requirement.
Additional Benefits:
• Annual Meetings
• Information Sharing – Best Practices
• Monthly Newsletter
o Industry Information
o Legislative Information
PANDEMIC BUDGET VICTORIES
Environmental Bond Act
The Final Budget include $1 billion for restoration and flood risk reduction, $700 million for climate change mitigation, $550 million for open space land conservation and recreation, and $550 million for water quality improvement and resilient infrastructure. If approved by voters in November, the funding will support restoration of wildlife habitat and natural areas that act as flooding defenses and upgrade outdated infrastructure. For example, local and state governments will be able to reconstruct and enlarge road and stream crossings that currently end up flooding during storms. Other projects will restore streams, wetlands and shorelines to reduce the risk of flooding and improve water quality; upgrade drinking water infrastructure; help farmers reduce their pollution; and create new outdoor recreational activities that will drive economic activity across the state.
*Due to the Budget Deficit this item has been postponed until 2021
Invasive Species
The Adopted budget includes extending, until June 1, 2021, Department of Environmental
Conservation’s authority to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.
COVID-19 Essential Businesses
March 22, 2020 NYS on Pause Program begins
April 4, 2020 SH&A Sent ESMTA Letter to Governor on Essential Business
April 15, 2020 Governor Cuomo requires face masks or coverings in public places
SH&A Sent ESMTA Letter to Governor on Re-Opening
April 16, 2020 Governor Cuomo extends NYS's PAUSE
A great piece on COVID management that was assembled by the East Hampton Library. They welcomed our secretary, Peter Mendelman, to speak on his experience navigating pandemic challenges not only in his own business but as a member of our organization.
After a long two years of challenges and victories, this video certainly illuminates our journey. This prompts a reminder and another round of sincere gratitude to everyone who played an instrumental role in the 2020 lift of NY On Pause for marinas, allowing us to reopen as essential.
our industry sponsors
ABOUT THE DURNAN GROUP
DURNAN GROUP INC manages the largest, most successful Workers' Compensation Safety Group for Real Estate in New York State. We have saved our members over $400 million. We have achieved this success by the following:
ELIGIBLE CODES - Building Operations Residential (Code 9028) and Building Operations Commercial (Code 9026)
UP-FRONT DISCOUNT - 25%
DIVIDEND - 5 Year average dividend is 25%.
ELLIGIBILTY - to become a member of the group you must demonstrate a track record of a safe workplace.
IN-HOUSE CLAIMS ADMINISTRATION - prompt and proper claims procedure allows the group and employer reduce their cost. Durnan Group In House claims specialists deal with the employer, employee, doctors' offices, NYSIF and the WCB throughout the claims process.
ON-SITE LOSS CONTROL - Durnan Group's onsite OSHA certified trainers work directly with building employees to insure a safe working environment.
CERTIFICATES OF INSURANCE - certificate requests are processed on the same day.
All of these together allow each member to participate in the UP-FRONT GROUP DISCOUNT of 25%. In addition, each member is eligible for a DIVIDEND. While a dividend is not guaranteed, we have issued a DIVIDEND every year since the program started in 1994. Our 10-year DIVIDEND average is 25%. This is a check sent directly to the Safety Group policyholder/group member.
Matthew J. Durnan
Executive Vice President
matt@durnangroup.com
Ext. 116
Christopher P. Durnan
President
chris@durnangroup.com
Ext. 119
