LAKE SEMINOLE VILLAGE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.
Board of Directors’ Meeting
Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 7:00 p.m.
LSV Pool house Area
97th St N
Largo, Florida 33778
Presiding: Kathy Crowell, President
Attendance - Board members: Jerilyn Moors, Vice President; Jean Wortock, Treasurer; Wayne Wilson, Member-at-Large; and Thomas Priester of Ameri-Tech, substituting for Scott Vignery. Absent: Virginia Oliva, Secretary
Unit Owners: MarJo Herron, Marcella Gunnoe, Bill Crowell, John Berthiume, Sherrie McFerran, Mary Hammill, Nancy VanSielen, and Sharon Carrozza
The president called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm.
Order of Business:
Members were invited to speak at the Open Session:
John Berthiume questioned the posting of agendas and minutes on the website. Kathy noted that the current website was doing site protection and warned of loss of the August minutes and September agenda. We are changing to another webmaster. John also questioned board’s decision to hire Alexander’s for the sprinkler repairs. John also wanted to know what the association was going to do to homeowners that do not pay the assessment. If the assessments are not paid, a lien can be placed on the property. Mr. Priester told what other associations have done to help those individuals.
Sherrie McFarren noted that the “beware of alligators” signs are rusting and need replacing. This will be added to next month’s agenda. She also questioned the work done by the pond maintenance crew. The sides continue to erode and lily pads are growing. She suggested the addition of a fountain at the pond to aireate the water. Scott Vignery, property manager, will be asked to have a report for the next meeting. Kathy suggested that she and one of the pond residents be notified the next time the next time the pond is serviced.
Proof of Notice: Notice was posted poolside and in the newsletter announcing the date, time, and place of the meeting. Proof of Notice is evident by the attendance.
Approval of Previous Minutes and Agenda
Jean moved to approve the August 25th minutes and Wayne seconded the motion. Motion carried. The president noted the agenda will be followed as posted with the addition of a pest control estimate under Manager’s Report.
STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS
ARC Committee - Wayne
9696 LSDE (Wilson, J) – door painting; Jeri moved to approve the request, Jean seconded. Approved.
9765 LSDE (Carrozza, S) – backyard fence installed and dead pine tree removal; Kathy moved to approve the request, Jeri seconded. Approved
10357 98th St. (Holderith, D) – brown gutters, front and back, and pavers on back slab: Jeri moved to approve the request, Jean seconded. Approved
All homeowners will be receiving a notice of this action by mail.
Investment Report – MarJo
No change
Social Committee – Marcella
September dine-out was at the Bardmoor Clubhouse Café, $8 to Social Committee treasury. The October 19th dine-out will be at the Greek Village Restaurant, Johnson Blvd. November restaurant has not been decided yet.
Social Committee treasury report: $361.17.
She is still seeking volunteers to help with the block party. Date has not been set.
Welcome Committee – Sherrie and Mary
Three homes are for sale.
New residents: Gery Robertson, Anne Peterson and daughter Emma, 10348 98th St. N, renters
Jason and Julie Braun, 9934 Lake Seminole Drive West, renters
Dottie Bender, 9761 Lake Seminole Drive East, owner
There is a new renter at 9690 Lake Seminole Drive East but they have not been able to contact her yet.
President’s Comments – Kathy Crowell
Calls about residents with more than two dogs.
Do not talk to lawn personnel. They are instructed to only take orders from James and Luis. If a problem arises, call or email Scott at Ameri-Tech.
Sprinkling schedule posted on inside bulletin board at pool.
Reminder: Elections for two board positions will be in March. She is looking for volunteers to work on Selection Committee.
General Inspection Rounds – Jeri Moors
No problems evident, lawns are best looking in years.
Kathy noted the dissatisfaction with janitorial crew at pool. Eighteen chairs and lounges were covered in grime and possible mold. A new cleaner has been found. Her fee is $400 a month. This is a monthly increase of $140.
Treasurer’s Report –
Jean Wortock reported the financial report, period ending August 31, 2010 as follows:
Total monthly revenue: $ 18,696.60 Year to Date: $ 150,831.57
Total expenses: $ 13,431.90 Year to Date: $ 105,017.80
Total assets (investment accounts): $331,440.14
Total liabilities (Reserves) $311,011.27
Equity/Capital: $ 20,428.87
Total Liabilities + Equity: $ 331,440.14
Management’s Report – Thomas Priester
Properties in foreclosure: 2
Percentage of owners who have paid assessment: 19%
Estimate from Alexander’s for Aloft pest treatment, covers chinch bugs, webworms, and mole crickets, pests not covered in our contract. Good for 6-7 months. Cost: $2300.00. Kathy reported that the local representative for the company said application should be April – May, no later than June 1 for best results. It is guaranteed for a season. John B. asked if it is safe for animals. Kathy moved and Wayne seconded a motion to not apply Aloft pesticide at this time. Approved. Jeri moved and Kathy seconded a motion to have the budget committee include the cost of this treatment in next year’s budget. Approved.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Budget committee meeting report/Jean Wortock
Management company draft has been received. Committee: Jean, Mary Lou VanCott, Sherrie McFarren, Pete Kristall, and Kathy. John B. volunteered to join the committee. First meeting will be September 30th at 7 pm at Jean’s house.
NEW BUSINESS
New meeting sign for board meetings – Thank- you to Mr. and Mrs. Joe Borowczyk , who donated it.
New directory – Mary reported that the cover is done and she is waiting for the names of recent renters to complete the book. Sherrie and Kathy will help her collate the books and Bill Crowell and Norb Hammill will distribute them.
Meeting adjourned at 8:19 pm since all items on agenda had been covered.
The next meeting is Tuesday, October 26, 2010 at Hometown Family Restaurant