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Blue Lake Board Meeting
6-11-07
Attendance: Jack, Scott W., Kelly, Gina, Susie, and Diane
Meeting called to order 6:35
Minutes from last meeting: approved unanimously.
Old Business:
Sidewalk update: Diane has all the paperwork to submit to Eagle County. The current plan is to just remove the current sidewalk (Joe and his crew to do the labor.)
Doors for the preschool: No one is returning Diane’s phone calls. There was discussion about who else she can call to get bids.
Preschool Lease: Their board has a copy of the new lease with changes highlighted. Diane was asked to follow up before the end of the month.
Paperless billing: Stan Snyder said that he would set it up for us and he will show Diane how do to it without charge. (Thank you, Stan!) The next Bugle is to announce this option to homeowners. This will save us on postage, etc. Susie made a motion to get Stan in to get our mailings as paperless as possible to those who would like it. Motion passed unanimously.
Landscaping: There have been a couple complaints that our common areas are not looking as “spiffy” as they could. There was discussion about how Joe’s had problems hiring, training issues, equipment broken down, etc. Kelly asked if there was anything we can do to help Joe. We discussed Tom Hazard’s proposal and whether we’d like Joe to try to implement that plan. Gina suggested we handle any further complaints by asking the complainer, “Do you know of anyone looking for a job; we’re having trouble finding reliable help for Joe.” Kelly suggested that we, in the future, look into getting interns who are earning degrees in landscape architecture, etc. Scott suggested we place another help wanted add now that high school kids are available. Does Joe want to fire some of the current guys? Diane was asked to add something to the Bugle and the website regarding looking for help.
Chairs for sale: So far she’s sold 3 chairs. Diane’s called schools and churches. Kelly asked Diane to run the “free” add (anything under $300) just to get rid of them OBO.
New Business:
CC&R enforcement:
There was discussion about a homeowner’s response to a violation letter. Kelly explained how this has progressed.
Diane was asked to add something about how “you signed off on our CC&Rs when you purchased your home” to the letter notifying them of their violation.
Diane filled the board in on the violators that have received notification to date.
Kelly asked about the response from the county regarding vehicles, trailers, etc. that extend out over the sidewalks. Unless it truly blocks the sidewalk, the county won’t do anything.
Diane was asked to find out about insurance for a “non-hired” or “hired” vehicle coverage for when she’s driving her own vehicle.
Lake Usage: Gretta McKenney came to talk about her concern about the lake area being used by none homeowners, church groups, graduation parties, etc. She suggested that we regulate this by charging a fee for usage with a damage deposit. Susie questioned why we couldn’t reserve it. Kelly explained that homeowners can’t be turned away. Kelly asked what she would propose regarding size of party/ how many non-homeowners allowed at any given party, etc. There was discussion about the party approximately 2 years ago where a tent stake was driven into a sprinkler line. Diane was asked to come up with a letter/checklist with regulations for people who ask to reserve the space. Jack asked Gretta to come up with a plan to present to the board at the next meeting.
Crosswalks: Gretta asked if Judy Simicek has been officially thanked by the board for her leg work on getting the cross walks, etc.
Soccer Field: There was discussion about our cost of maintaining the school district’s land, and the damages done recently. There’s been graffiti done to picnic tables, etc. There has been no response to Diane’s calls to the soccer organization for Port-a-John billing.
Trash: Diane received a letter from Waste Solutions regarding increases in landfill fees. Our rates are locked in for the year. Diane was asked to call Wally and ask how homeowners will put containers in the street by 7 am in the winter time when the streets aren’t plowed yet.
Treasurer’s report:
Susie reported her findings about interest rates at various banks. We currently are paying 9.75%. The loan is against the community center. She’s looking into the overall cost of refinancing.
The reserve study is still in the works.
-We had a bill for RF Valley Co-op for $1339 repairs to one of the trucks.
-Dalby Wenland bill was over budget. ($3000)
Executive session: Joe’s annual review was discussed. Employee health insurance was discussed.
Meeting adjourned at 8:45.
Minutes respectfully submitted by Gina Shaw.
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