I.                    Call to Order –Tom Swire

II.                  Flag Salute – Elaine Loard           

III.                Invocation – Mark Zoeller

            Mark Zoeller, Treasurer                          Bob McDonough, Secretary

                 

 

 

Director Cruce introduced 2 volunteer speakers:

John Reed (Madera County Water Commissioner – volunteer) and Jeannie Habben (Water Shed Coordinator for this area – volunteer). They came to speak about the IRWMP (Integrated Regional Water Management Plan). They are to advise Madera County Supervisors of water issues. The IRWMP MOU (Memorandum Of Understanding) was available for the audience members. They have been working on the plan with others since the beginning, which has been going on for 5 years. They explained the reasoning for the plan and that in order to receive grants from the state; we may or may not need to be a member. The state will prioritize the applications before granting monies. The reasoning for the group is to manage our water for storage and conservation. John Reed and Jeannie Habben answered questions from the audience and Directors. Pat Burns, Lot 1194, complimented the wedding brochure from Blue Heron Banquets. He asked about the striping on our roads. Could we change the striping to “double-yellow” to stop dangerous passing. Barbara Novak, Lot 1625, questioned the GM as to why there was a $100 fee for the Blue Heron Car Show? The GM explained it was for additional security and garbage collection. 

 

Treasurer Zoeller showed graphs to the audience and board members. He stated that the cash on hand is lower than it was this same time last year. The cash flow for July broke even with last year’s. The aggregate cash generation is less than last year. The accounts receivable collections are slower than last year. The monthly payments could be a cause for the lack of funds, the economy and foreclosures that are still going on could also be a cause. We still have time to remedy this situation before the end of the fiscal year. 

 

 

a.      Security Report – Bob Wilson, NVPS Security

Security – Bob Wilson reported that it was a quiet month (9/14/09-10/18/09). There were 53 total calls for service and a few consequential events. Fire calls were up, administration calls were up slightly and house checks have increased. Madera County Sheriff reported 2 burglaries (9/15/09 & 10/11/09). Security was not aware of these burglaries, no one had notified them. 

b.      Manager's Report – Michael Neveu, General Manager

GM Neveu entered his report into the minutes and entertained questions from the Board and audience. A copy of his report was available for the audience members and an updated version will be available on the website the next morning. 

 

 

1.      ECC – Tom Swire

There aren’t many items coming to the committee for approval. There have been 3 new homes approved this year. Last year the committee approved 4. 

2.      Communications Committee – Dianne Cruce

The Welcome Wagon (Dianne Cruce and Elaine Loard) delivered packets. The percentage of tenants in YLP is 36% and owner’s percentage has gone up since last reported. Elaine is getting the website up to date. She would like to market the website better. They would like to see reflective address signs in the park. They are working at possibly having block parties next year. The committee meets every 1^st and 3^rd Wednesday of the month in the YLP Library.

3.      Golf Committee – Jim Ross

Mr. Ross reported that they had a golf tournament on Aug 19^th, which YLP won. On 9/10/09 True Value hosted a tournament. He gave thanks to True Value. They gave a donation to Rivergold PTA. The cart path project has begun.

 

None at this time.

 

None at this time.

Director Clark stated that he had put an article in the YELP and SUN regarding a deer with an arrow in his shoulder. There is a man that has helped the deer survive. He wrote the article to keep awareness of this issue (hunting in YLP). He mentioned that there may be poaching going on for the venison. He is working through the process with Fresno Wildlife to get his euthanasia certificate. He has put out a $100 reward for information regarding the person who is doing the hunting of deer in YLP. Secretary McDonough stated that this isn’t the first time that this has happened since he’s lived in the park. Director Clark asked if anyone notices their neighbor that’s shooting their arrow to notify security. He will go along with security and let them know that there is no hunting in YLP. 

2.      Safety Committee – Al Clark

Director Clark stated that the committee met and put together some notes that they will go over and give their recommendations to the board. He wants to move forward with this. He spoke of the necessary recommendations they need and getting this info with surveys. They extended the time frame until the January meeting.

3.      List Server Review – Dianne Cruce

Director Cruce explained what the list server is and gave some ideas for list server information. She asked questions to get a consensus of what the members would like for a list server message. A discussion took place.   The GM explained the information we get and send out over the list server. In order to receive this information, the list server needs to be subscribed to

4.      Wedding Center in Fresno – Dianne Cruce

 Director Cruce explained the center and that there are 22 vendors. Twice a month they have mixers and invite others into as well as the brides to this event. She stated that the rental for the clubhouse is a real bargain. The GM is looking into the Wedding Center.

5.      Name Badges for Directors – Dianne Cruce

Director Cruce would like badges for the directors while they are out in the neighborhood so that people know who they are. The President asked the GM to look into the pricing for the badges.

6.      Address Signs – Dianne Cruce

Director Cruce stated that there are a lot of houses within YLP without address signs. She explained plans for marketing them with Rivergold PTA. They would sell the signs as a fundraiser. A discussion took place regarding the problems that emergency services have when they can’t find your house at night. Director Cruce asked the board for approval of this fundraiser. 

 

 

 

Director Cruce stated that burn permits are available at Station #8 and Cal Fire Station. Emergency Services stated that sand bags are available and bring your own shovel at Station #8 on Rd. 417. Secretary McDonough stated that he is hosting a fundraiser on Nov. 21^st at the Recycling Center located at the Rec Center. Proceeds go to Nephrotic Society. He explained that his granddaughter has a kidney disease. He asked for volunteers to work at the recycling center.   He brought literature to explain the disease. Jim Ross made a donation from the golf committee. Al Clark stated that he would like to have an ambulance substation here in the park. Sierra Ambulance is offering CPR instructions in Oakhurst. Treasurer Zoeller stated to the GM that Bob Lewis lives here in YLP and that he was in charge of Gottschalk’s Security. He could be a resource for Security. The Finance Committee Meeting is on Oct 26^th at 2:00pm in the library.

 

 

   The Board adjourned to Executive Session at 8:25pm.

           

            The Board adjourned from the Executive Session at 9:47pm.