I.                    Call to Order –Tom Swire

Elections Auditor, Monty Schultz stated that we did not have a quorum for the election votes. The voting continued until Monday, July 20, 2009 where a continuation meeting will take place regarding the Board of Director election.

 

General questions were asked from association members in the audience to the Board Directors, and questions from the directors to the General Manager took place before the YLOA business meeting began.

 

 

             IV.               Invocation – Mark Zoeller

            Mark Zoeller, Treasurer                  Elaine Loard, Director

    

 

 

None at this time.   

 

Treasurer Zoeller showed graphs to the audience. He pointed out the amount of cash on hand in June. At the end of May, the cash balance was slightly less than that of 2008. June showed that our cash balance was slightly more than that of 2008. He explained the billings and collections for June. He noted that the bankruptcy and foreclosures make our balance shortage. He’s hoping the economy will level itself out. The treasurer took questions at this time. He explained that we can’t collect dues when a property is in foreclosure or in bankruptcy. Most of our money is in Yosemite Bank. He explained our CDAR’s account, which the FDIC covers. We aren’t earning very much in interest at this time. 

 

Mr. Shreve stated that there were three burglaries this month located in the center of the park. He stated that two 9 year olds allegedly were to blame for these burglaries still under investigation. The north area of the park suffered one burglary. A small white pickup is suspect at this time. A burglary of an abandoned house in the Revis Mountain area, also took place. This could be a prior tenant issue, which is also under investigation. Five vandalism took place throughout the park. Mr. Shreve stated that these security problems are a lot for our park. He answered questions from the audience regarding his report. Director Clark spoke of reports regarding a dead deer in the park that may have been poisoned. He asked residents to correctly bait the squirrels. President Swire mentioned that Madera County doesn’t give out the bait, but it would be good to put something out to the residents in the next mailing. 

                        b. Manager's Report – Michael Neveu

President Swire thanked GM Neveu for the lengthy “year end” report. GM Neveu asked to have his report entered into the minutes as an attachment. The GM entertained question from the Board and audience regarding his minutes. Director Loard asked for a date as to when the fountains were to be installed. The GM stated that they are still looking into getting estimates for a chilled fountain. He should have more information on it later in the week. President Swire ask the GM to update on the reverse 911. The GM spoke of the two companies he’s been looking into and the problem he’s been having. There should be more progress in the next couple of weeks. Director Clark complimented the Road Crew on their contribution to the expansion bridge for the Blue Heron Trail. Sandy Johnson, Lot 1185 questioned a portion of the manager’s report regarding the Mother’s Day brunch. Pat Burns, Lot 1194, complimented the patio cover and thanked the laborers in this project. The GM announced that Layton Gillette was the project leader for the project; the audience applauded Mr. Gillette. Donna Balke, Lot 0137, stated that the golf course looks great! The GM stated that the new golf course staff is doing a good job. Director Clark talked about a hurt deer in the park. He asked the people to please slow down while driving. The GM went into detail regarding the lake. We have two problems. There is a new bloom of algae and water meal. Water meal is tough to get rid of. He’s had two experts look into these problems. They will start eradication next week.   Director Clark asked about the complex problem.   The GM explained that it’s very costly and if we had licensed people, it would cut the cost. 

 

Tom Swire stated that the ECC met three times. They’ve approved a new home. There were only 4 homes approved last year. The amount of homes being built in the park is tapering off. 

1. Board Discussion on Lilley Mountain Traffic Signage – The President asked the audience if there were anyone who would like to be heard on this subject before the Board discussed it? No one came up. He explained the locations of interest. He gave an oversight about the possible signs in this area. There were recommendations from the Roads Committee, Security and the Roads Department. Visibility is an issue. There was a discussion amongst the Directors regarding possible liability. The Directors gave the GM some direction as to what should be done. On Lilley Mountain Drive and John Muir Drive, the President said that during a future project in that area, they could shave the road to improve visibility and the GM mentioned reflective lettering and raising the street signs.    

None at this time.

 

Director McDonough commented on the Food and Beverage Committee and Management. They are working to enhance the dining experience and to attract more people to our restaurant. He noted that the patio cover has mist emitter high enough to allow dining in the summer, and in winter with the heaters there. He mentioned that Chef Christian Müller is working to appeal to the culinary aspects of the people in the park. There will be a “Chef’s Table” once a month. The next one is August 8^th. It is an elegant, 4 course meal. There are special wines to go with the courses. Director McDonough mentioned the corkage fee when you bring your own wine. The profit on a bottle of wine is around $9. This is to defray the otherwise lost revenue. Director Clark mentioned his dining experience at one of the Chef’s Table dinners. Treasurer Zoeller wanted to thank the membership for the privilege in serving them. He thanked Michael and his staff. He thanked the Board of Directors and their professionalism in working with them. Director Loard informed the people of the welcome wagon packets deliveries by the Communications Committee.  It has been a delight for her to do. They always go in two’s. She stated that she has done 78 packet deliveries since January. 46% were at home and she left a calling card for the owners who can call her back to receive a packet. She stated that the demographic of the area at this time is: 45% of the 78 packet deliveries were owners, 55% were tenants. The trend is more tenant than owners until the market improves. The GM stated that three grants have been filed with the County of Madera. One grant is for the Fire Station #10, for the apparatus bay. The second grant is for the YLOA Rec Center, off-leash Dog Park. The third grant is for the YLOA Rec Center BMX Track. All grants have partially matching funds. We won’t hear on these grants until September as to the outcome of acceptance. Director McDonough added that he is thrilled of the other candidates and their qualifications. He thanked everyone for their help while he was on the Board. President Swire stated the projects of the budget year 2008/2009: paving projects on Glacier and Oak Grove, new life guard stands at the pool, new drain covers for state law compliance (pool), new glass doors at the lounge, new floor (clubhouse), new patio (lounge), new curtains and valances (clubhouse), new painting (clubhouse), new fire protection at the Café and Blue Heron, Friday Night at the Lake Events, trail extension around Blue Heron Lake, aerators in the BH Lake, resurface the tennis courts, YSPUC mainline replacement on Glacier and Oak Grove, new well 49A at the Golf Course, valve maintenance project in effect, grant placements in the amount of $13 million (YSPUC), 2^nd bus shelter completion, 2 Clean Up the Park Weekends, security system enhancements at the Equestrian Center, special needs stalls (Eq Ctr), sick bay reconfiguration (Eq Ctr), Golf Course greens and fairways aerated and seeded, cart path renovation, enlarged sand bunkers. He stated that they are proud of the General Manager and his staff. If not re-elected, he has enjoyed his time on the Board. Being on the ECC is harder than being on the Board. It’s a pleasure to serve everyone. Thank you for coming today.   

 

            The Board adjourned to Executive Session at 11:45 am. 

            The Board adjourned from the Executive Session at 12:30 pm.