July
14, 2007 Meeting Minutes
The Gem Lakes Recreation Association Board of Directors met on the morning of Saturday, July 14, 2007, 8:05 a.m. at the pavilion.
Present:
Buddy Brinkley, Gary Bunker, Gary Marozas, Bill Mathison, Vickie Murray, Rick Samundsen, Ed Seufert, and Johnny Spears.
Minutes:
The minutes from the June board meeting were approved.
Treasurer’s Report:
Treasurer Ed Seufert distributed the June statements. Receipts in June totaled $24,332 while total expenses for the month were $7,550. The largest items of expense in June were $3,978 in wages and salaries, $993 for liability insurance, and $884 for the Memorial Day Picnic. A motion to accept the report was passed. Buddy Brinkley reported continued progress in collecting back dues. The board passed a motion increasing the Recreation Manager's salary by $1,200 and awarding the manager a $300 bonus for efforts above and beyond the call of duty during the recent sewer backup incidents.
Recreation Manager’s Report:
Johnny Spears reported that facility use by residents continues to be high.
Improvements have been made to the sprinkler system with the goal of filling in
the dead spots in the grass. Spears discussed the
The board discussed the two recent sewer line failures, the first in late June and the second in early July. Assistance from MicroBac was reportedly good. The board voted 5 to 2 to allow Johnny Spears to close the swimming lake upon notice of another incident and to reopen the lake after the lake passes the regulatory test and with board approval.
Resident Richard Preston joined the meeting and expressed a concern regarding notification of residents living on the lake in the event of another sewer incident. The board allocated $100 to purchase two red flags to be flown whenever there is poor water quality.
Security Manager's Report:
Bill Mathison reported no incidents, indicating
that the security cameras are having a deterrent effect. Mathison
will bring new security policy options to the board next month. Spears reported
that the board's policies on locking doors are working well.
Wildlife Manager's Report:
It was confirmed that there are catfish in the lake.
Lake/Property Management Report:
There was a brief discussion of the current status of the Kisner annexation off of Huron and Moultrie. Buddy Brinkley discussed the Regions Bank Lagoon Area and reported on a proposal to put the access road on the edge of the second property owned by Jeremy Embry.
Old Business:
GLOW Phone Directories – Gary Marozas reported that the new directories have been distributed. The board directed Gary Bunker to send a letter of thanks to Sharon Filler and the GLOW board for their efforts.
Bingo/Movie Nights - The next date is set for July 27.
New Grill and Picnic Table - Brinkley requested volunteer help to haul the new table. He also discussed the possibility of installing a pit grill.
New Business:
Preparation for upcoming Bingo/Movie Night – Final plans were made for July 27.
Donations for the Whitsons – These are being handled by Jennifer Feraldi and Sharon Filler.
Work Day Activities – Johnny Spears discussed with the board a list
of Work Day activities. Proposed activities included stairs to the
Pavilion Ceiling Fans - No action was taken.
Next Meeting:
The next meeting will be held at the pavilion on Saturday, August 11 at 8:00 a.m.
The meeting adjourned at 9:55 a.m.