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Driftwood Point Board Meeting
Monthly
Meeting March 13, 2005
CALL TO ORDER:
The March DPMC Community Meeting was held at Lake Tapps Fire Station Training
Room located at the corner of Sumner Tapps Hwy and West Tapps Dr E and was
called to order by President Joe Muscarnera.
ATTENDANCE:
Attendees included President Joe Muscarnera, Treasurer Ron Wilderman,
Secretary Bob Lee and Trustee’s, Jean Julum, Devin Graham Ann Beurskens and
Kathleen Hickey.
Members in attendance: Mark Neubauer, Will Julum, Stan
Baber, Don Fisher, Ann Fisher, Liz Parmley, Ron McOsker and Past President Chuck
Romeo.
Trustees excused: Tim Wilson.
APPROVAL OF February 13,
2006 MINUTES:
The second order of business by your Board was the reading of the
January 9, 2006 minutes. At the conclusion the board unanimously approved the
minutes.
RESIDENTS REPORT:
President Joe Muscarnera briefly outlined the night’s agenda.
TREASURER REPORT:
Treasurer Ron Wilderman presented a detailed financial statement of our
DPMC community’s financial status.
- As of February 28, 2006,
we have $38,161.00 in checking and $500.00 in petty cash.
- Account receivables =
$6,653.69. The majority of these receivables are Community Point Members
who are delinquent in their dues.
- The outstanding balance of
the loan in $12,688.38
- Ron announced that two
Community Members’ are making payments for delinquent dues.
BY-LAWS COMMITTEE REPORT:
President Joe Muscarnera gave an update under Old Business.
BUILDING COMMITTEE REPORT:
Nothing to Report
COMMUNICATIONS REPORT:
Don Fisher handed out a “draft” community newsletter that will be sent
out to community members within the next week. All comments were favorable and
the Board extends a big “Thank You” to Don and Ann Fisher for all their time and
effort.
FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT:
Most of the report was covered under Treasurers report; however, Ron
stated they were attempt to keep community contact records up. A confirmation
notice will be sent to all 417 Driftwood Point Home Owners in order to update
our database.
FIVE YEAR PLAN COMMITTEE
REPORT:
Community feedback continues to trickle in at best. The Committee will
attempt to reach more homeowners at the Annual meeting in April.
LAKE TAPPS COMMUNITY
COUNCIL REPORT:
Don Fisher reported that the lake continues to rise 2 – 3 inches per day
with an expected fill date of April 15th. Don also stated that the
Department of Ecology is working with the Cascade Water Alliance regarding how
much water will be drawn from the river to maintain the summertime lake level in
future years. Ron stated that this year the diversion dam would not be repaired
until August. Depending on the amount of precipitation in the spring and summer
we may find that there is no means to divert water and keep the lake at normal
levels. Therefore, you will see the spring time level at 6 to 8 inches above
normal levels. The excess water should ensure an adequate water level even due
to evaporation this summer.
PARK COMMITTEE REPORT:
Jean Julum advised that the park is in need of the following
repairs/maintenance for 2006/2007:
1.
Fix cracks on basketball court
2.
Fix cracks in the sidewalks
3.
Replace beam on the “T” dock – where the kids swim
4.
Fill in behind bulkhead
5.
Trim trees
6.
Cut trees at ball field
7.
Swim slide replacement
8.
Designate more parking at the boat launch area
9.
Purchase additional buoy’s to be placed around park
Jean was a asked to provide a
list prioritizing which repairs/maintenance issues need to be addressed first
and the cost associated with each request.
SECURITY REPORT:
Bob Lee provided information on the costs associated with hiring a
private security firm to conduct random patrols in our community. The initial
estimate ranges from $850 to $950 per month. This fee buys the community 3
random patrols between the hours of 8:00 PM and 4:00 AM seven days a week. In
addition, Bob is looking at the cost of the community hiring an off duty Pierce
County Sheriff’s Deputy to provide random traffic enforcement emphasis in our
community. The biggest complaint from community members is security and
speeding vehicles.
OLD BUSINESS:
1.
PSE Bulkhead Permit:
Joe advised the bulkhead permit for the park has been completed and sent to PSE.
2.
Ball Field Park Improvement:
Community Member/ Boy Scout member, Jordan Profit is ready to get started on his
community Scout project. Jordan approached the Board last year with a list of
proposed improvements he was willing to complete at the Ball Field Park. The
Board supports his efforts and Devin Graham will monitor the work.
3. By Law Changes:
Joe stated the
committee is still making some final revisions on the proposed By-Law changes,
therefore, there
was no detailed report to provide the Board. He did advised there are 11
specific
changes that will
be voted on by Board members via e-mail within the next week.
NEW BUSINESS:
1.
2006 Budget Proposal:
A motion was made by Ron Wilderman and seconded by
Toni Jilek to approve the 2006 budget proposal submitted by the Finance
Committee. The Trustees present at the time voted unanimously to approve the
2006 budget. Motion carried. Devin arrived after the vote. The budget will be
sent to the members for approval at the annual meeting.
2.
Septic Tank Inspection and Service:
A motion was made by Devin Graham
and seconded by Toni Jilek to approve the annual inspection and service of our
septic system. Question on the motion yielded that this action required no
motion to achieve. The motion was withdrawn. The inspection and service will be
handled as regular business and LDL contracted. The cost of this service is
usually $125.00 but the vendor, (LDL) will do it this year for $85.00. LDL
conducted this service once last year as a part of their repair contract and
once again for goodwill.
3.
Safe Deposit Box Closure:
Joe reported that upon
investigating a bill forwarded by Ron Wilderman for rental on a safe deposit
box, Chuck Romeo (signer on the rental contract) and Joe inspected the box
contents, which contained the following:
a.
The box contained 42 floppy discs (bookkeeping minutes, etc)
b.
3 warranty deeds (Lots 24,25,26 block. 2 - the community park)
c.
3 quit - claim deeds (lots 20,21 block 2, lot 26 blk.2, lot 40 block 1)
d.
1 ground lease, lot 17 block. 2 (Kettner)
e.
1 original DPMC art of Inc
f.
1 original DPMC By – Laws
g.
1 envelope containing excise tax receipts
h.
2 real estate contracts, lots 24, 25 block. 2.
Chuck and Joe closed the account,
as there was nothing contained in the box that warranted such a level of
safekeeping. All documents are recorded. The box contents are currently in the
plastic bank bag. Chuck and Joe transported them from the bank and are in the
DPMC file cabinet at Joe's house. All Trustees were sent notice of closure and
description of box contents on 2/18/2006 and advised to respond if they weren't
in agreement with closure. No response therefore agreement.
4.
Necessity of Providing Yearly Membership Cards:
Ron Wilderman proposed via unanimous consent that we discontinue the practice of
providing yearly membership cards to members due to the fact that they
(membership cards) served no definable purpose. There was no dissent. Motion
carried.
5.
Boat Trailer Stickers:
After much discussion that included not allowing boat trailer parking at the
Community Park (not generally favored) it was decided that trailer stickers will
again be issued. Also, Jean Julum will change the 2006 park rules to state that
trailer parking will only be permitted during park hours. In addition, Ron
McOsker will design a legal and professional sign to be posted on the boat gate
warning that boat trailers without stickers or parking after hours will be
subject to towing at the owners expense. After sign approval by the Board it
will be installed on the gate. After the sign is in place the towing process
will be that a park attendant, upon noticing an offending trailer and unable to
reasonably locate the trailer owner, will call the tow company and instruct them
to tow the trailer.
OPEN DISCUSSION:
Will Julum mentioned that allowing discussion of all points
of view should be encouraged at meetings.
Liz Parmley stated that the woman who delivers the mail
mentioned to her that there has been a high incidence of mail theft generally in
the outer loop of Driftwood Point.
Toni Jilek and Liz will share information with us on
mailbox security that's available. Don Fisher (outer loop), who has a lockable
mailbox, mentioned that he has recently experienced unsuccessful attempts to
open his mailbox.
ADJOURN: At 9:15 PM, a motion was made by Toni,
seconded by Jean, and approved unanimously to adjourn.
Next Monthly Meetng will be held
March 13, 2006, @ 7:00 PM
AT LAKE TAPPS FIRE STATION TRAINING ROOM
ACROSS FROM THE CHEVERON AT FORREST CANYON DRIVE
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