As has been the case for a while
now, the attendance was light with only 6 in the audience. It just
keeps getting smaller.
The meeting started as usual at 6:30
with the open forum for property owners. There were no comments.
Our Treasurer's report indicated we are still in good shape We are $48,000 to the good so far this fiscal year taking the revenues and expenses compared to budget.
We have write offs in the amount of $16,261.26 due mainly to bankruptcies and foreclosures. Accounting adjustments totaled $277.42.
Maintenance reports there were a total of nine snow events in February and we used 200 tons of salt and abrasive. (I noticed in the finance packet we are now over budget more than $26,000.00 for the salt and abrasives. This has been one tough year.)
The Lake Management commission proposed to the board leaving the summer fish limits the same as the ice fishing limits. (I will post the current limits in another post). They are also following through with plans and training for the grant available for watershed remediation.
Lake Management as well as the Public Safety commission discussed a proposal to allow personal watercraft with oversized motors the same restricted access to the lake as is currently in place for boats. Lake management voted 5 to 2 against the proposal. Public Safety voted 7 to 0 for the proposal with one change. It is for a one year trial period after which it will be reevaluated. This still has to be approved by the board in the new Rules & Regs if it is to become a rule. (There will be a meeting of property owners prior to passage of the new Rules & Regs so that is your chance to come to the meeting and voice your views pro or con. The board works for you and you will be heard.)
The Rec commission reported instructors are still needed for tennis and basketball. A line dance teacher has been found and classes will start in April. June will feature Adult Boot Camp and Water Aerobics taught by Cindi Lutzow. A Spring Health and Wellness Fair is being investigated as a possibility if vendors are available.
The Public Safety commission voted 7 to 0 to allow the dam to be used for recreational purposes but no motorized vehicles allowed. This will provide a large area for fishing and a good walk path. (This also will have to be in the new Rules & Regs before going into effect so come to the meeting and have your say. Our insurance company indicated this is not an issue.)
The Events commission reported the Valentine's Day bingo went well and had a great turn out. The Dues Reduction Raffle has sold over $700.00 to date. Lunch with the Easter Bunny is on track for April 5. The Eagle's Nest will be preparing food.
A resolution was passed clarifying children 10 years of age or older are allowed into the pool without a chaperone. ( and under must be chaperoned by someone age 16 or older.
An offer of $250. was made for the Dodge Van that has been sitting by maintenance for years. The offer was on an “as is” basis and was accepted. (I am happy just to get it out of there.)
As you know there is an open board
seat with the unfortunate departure of Karl Steiskal. The
board voted to approve Rich Witt to the one year position. He will be
sworn in at the next board meeting.
Officers were elected with no
changes to this year. Don is president, Bonnie vice president, Jeff
treasurer and myself as secretary.
There was a granted request to allow
Emmanual Lutheran Church to hold Bible School once again in the
Outpost barring scheduling conflicts the week of June 23 through 27.
All Candlewick youngsters are of course encouraged to attend.
Now my usual disclaimer. These
are simply my personal notes and should be taken as such. For
official approved minutes be sure to see the Candlewick Paper.
Ken