Tuesday night board meeting notes

The turnout was very small at about 14. It was probably due in some part to the weather.
The meeting started with Bonnie Marron asking for a moment of silent prayer for the two members of our Candlewick family that passes recently, Rich and Ray. A very appropriate action.
I will start with the budget changes since that has been an area that has been a very divisive issue for the board as as well as in the community as a whole. Remember the budget is never final until the board ratifies it and that is to be handled March 5 in a special meeting.
It was agreed to instate green fees for next year of $3 per first round and $2 for the second consecutive round when using the golf course. The workout room will carry a charge of $10 for those using extended hours and no charge during the standard hours starting at 9 a.m., so this is a reduction. Lake management asked for a reduction in guest yearly fishing passes hopefully to sell more and increase overall income. They will drop from $40 to $30 for non-designated fishing passes. Dock rental fees will go to $315 and $185 depending upon which docks are rented. There will once again be lifeguards at the pool, which had been in question at one time. All fees are reviewed yearly. Don Parisi presented the idea of sending out a survey to the community to hear their views on the all inclusive model was discussed to use as a tool going forward on these issues. We all want to represent the residents and to do so we need to go more than gut feel and what we hear from a few.
Remember these are just my meeting notes and the monthly paper will have official minutes when passed.
Jeff Lutzow reported we are still in good shape financially, with replacement reserves of $2,637,899, Road reserves of $396,558, Operating cash of $301,632, and operating investments of $234,167 making our total funds $3,570, 258 rounded off. Around $550 was written off for miscellaneous reasons such as foreclosures and refunds.
It was agreed to spend $2,000 for HAB to write the specs for the alum treatment for bidding and if HAB is chosen for the job the charge will be refunded.
Karl and Michele from the rec commission reported on upcoming activities with Michele mentioning some of the new programs being dance teams, baton class, men's dodge ball, dodge ball (depending upon insurance issues), T-ball, soccer, tennis lessons, and possibly sand volleyball. This commission is busy! Anyone saying Candlewick has nothing to do just isn't paying attention.
I reported on the upcoming roads commission meeting and my request for anyone interested to attend the meeting March 12 at the office at 1 p.m. This year will be a lot of legwork as well as math to decide what we can afford to handle taking into account our budget for the year.
Chuck Corso reported the golf commission intends to put up ropes and markers to protect the fairways from damage. Dennis Balk will be Chairman with Glen O'Connel secretary and Kirk Hollembeck commission chair at large.
Lake management is going to keep the same officers in place next year.
I believe that covers the major points. Again, only my notes and nothing official.
Ken