YOSEMITE LAKES OWNERS’ ASSOCIATION
30250 Yosemite Springs Parkway
Coarsegold, CA 93614
Phone: 658-7466 Fax: 658-7866
MINUTES OF THE
BOARD BUSINESS MEETING NOVEMBER 17, 2009
CALLED TO ORDER AT 6:30 PM
I. Call to Order –Tom Swire
II. Flag Salute – Dianne Cruce
III. Invocation – Tom Swire
IV. Roll Call & Establishment of Quorum – Board Members Present
Tom Swire, President Elaine Loard, Vice President
Mark Zoeller, Treasurer (by phone) Bob McDonough, Secretary
Al Clark, Director Dianne Cruce, Director
Phil Farren, Director
V. Approval of Minutes – 10/20/09
MOTION: A motion was made to approve the October 20, 2009 Board Meeting minutes. M/S/C (Loard, McDonough), Voice vote. Ayes: 7 (Swire, Loard, Clark, Zoeller, McDonough, Cruce, Farren), Nays: 0, Motion carried.
VI. Public Comment-
Capt. Nelson St. #10 informed the Board and audience that Chris Haynes will be attending the board meetings to give reports to ensure information we receive is correct and to report on fire protection. He added information regarding the fire station closures, and indicated that there is plenty of coverage. He took questions from the Board and audience. Chris Haynes then introduced himself and added that there have been 4 fires with no injuries in the past 6 months. He added information on response calls. He stated that the average response time is 8 minutes. President Swire thanked the firemen for all they do to help the park and its residents and for their attendance at the meeting.
VII. Financial Report – Mark Zoeller
Treasurer Zoeller gave his report. He stated that the cash balance is keeping even with last year’s. The Collection Shortfall Graph showed that had we collected the accounts receivable at the same rate collected in 2007, we would have $175K more in cash.
VIII. Lien Resolutions – Michael Neveu
None at this time.
IX. YLOA Update Report
a. Security Report – Bob Wilson, NVPS Security
Bob Wilson gave his report. Calls for service are down by 100. It’s been quiet in the park. He stated that the crane in the back of the security truck is for picking up deer carcasses. Staffing is stable; feedback has been good. Barking and loose dogs are still a reoccurring problem.
b. Manager's Report – Michael Neveu, General Manager
General Manager, Michael Neveu entered his report into the minutes and took questions. He stated the third bus shelter would cost $2400. The board approved the motion to enter his report into the minutes.
MOTION: A motion was made to enter the General Manager’s Report into the minutes. M/S/C (Loard, McDonough), Voice vote. Ayes: 7, Nays: 0. (Swire, McDonough, Clark, Loard, Zoeller, Cruce, Farren), Nays: 0. Motion carried.
X. Committee Reports
1. ECC – Tom Swire
Tom Swire stated there are no new homes, no questions were asked at this time.
2. Communications Committee – Dianne Cruce
Dianne Cruce stated they are waiting for the printer in the YLOA office to be repaired to stuff the Welcome Wagon envelopes. They are pleased with the direction that the Reverse 911 is heading. They want input from fire and security. They meet the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month in the library.
3. Food & Beverage Committee – Bob McDonough
Bob McDonough stated that YLOA has assumed scheduling, control and responsibility of the Rec Center. It’s still in the development stages. Comedy Night was a success. They will like to have other events to utilize the clubhouse facility.
4. Finance Committee – Mark Zoeller
Mark Zoeller stated that they met on Oct. 26. They covered the foreclosure amounts. The economy is expected to remain the same for the next 2 ½ years.
5. Events Committee – Elaine Loard
Elaine Loard stated this new committee’s members: Kathy Casey, Sandy Johnson, Dianne Cruce and Elaine Loard. There are flyers around for the YLP Christmas party on Dec. 6 from 4-7pm. There will be future events. There is a Toy’s For Tots box in the clubhouse. Secretary McDonough would like this advertised.
XI. Considerations of YSPUC Proposals to YLOA – Michael Neveu
None at this time.
XII. Old Business
1. Solar Update – Michael Neveu
Michael Neveu stated that on pg 2 of his report there is a summary. Bryan Smith is volunteering his time and making meeting arrangements with other solar companies. They have met with 4 so far. They are looking into bringing power to the meters at the clubhouse or cafe. A discussion took place regarding this issue. The Board established a Solar Committee with Elaine Loard to chair; Michael Neveu, Tom Swire, Bryan Smith as members.
2. One-Call-Now – Michael Neveu
Michael Neveu stated this is also included in his report. What is needed to move forward is a corporate policy. This policy would be a working document. There have been over 400 returned forms. He stated that they will go back to get responses by letter in December. The database will be ready for uploading by the end of November. They will work on messages that sound good and are easily understandable.
MOTION. A motion was made to adopt the existing draft as official policy. M/S/C (Loard, Clark), Voice vote. Ayes: 7, Nays: 0. (Swire, McDonough, Clark, Loard, Zoeller, Cruce, Farren), Nays: 0. Motion carried.
President Swire read the policy to the audience to help answer some concerns.
XIII. New Business
1. YLOA.org – Dianne Cruce
Dianne Cruce turned this item over to fellow Director, Elaine Loard. Director Loard stated that the minutes have been updated and are current on the website. They will be moving the “Members Only” documents to the public side of the site. She explained the items that would be added. She stated that she is working to getting the website together.
2. YLP Christmas Party on December 6th – Dianne Cruce
Dianne Cruce stated that they are working on bringing back the old fashioned Christmas to the park. There’s a tree to bring presents in for underprivileged children. There is no limit to the amount of presents donated. The event includes a canned food drive, tree lighting, Santa to arrive, and Christmas buffet. She invited all to attend this event.
3. Verizon Tower Development Discussion – Michael Neveu
The GM explained this item. A discussion took place regarding the wants and needs for the tower. YLOA is to review the statement from Verizon. The GM showed the Board a standard version picture of the tower Verizon has asked to put into the park. A discussion took place between the Board, Gm and audience. Dick Zitzman, Lot 0803, suggested that the board and GM do this smartly and cautiously.
XIV. Announcement of Previous Executive Session
10/20/09 and 11/16/09 – Tom Swire stated that at the previous Executive Sessions, the Board discussed pursuing ownership of 72 lots that Safeco had. They discussed owner discipline and state laws. They discussed with counsel on redoing the bylaws and DOR’s. They asked the membership for their suggestions in writing regarding changes to our By-Laws. Pat Burns asked the President what the Board’s intent was concerning the 72 lots. The President explained that the Board wishes to maintain ownership of the lots. These lots are the roadway.
XV. Director's Comments
Director Loard asked the audience to come to the Christmas Party on December 6th. President Swire reminded the audience that this coming Saturday is Recycle Day with the proceeds going to Nephcure. He explained that Secretary McDonough’s granddaughter has this kidney disease. Director McDonough then added that the Board members will be working and there will be coffee and donuts available. Please come.
XVI. Adjourn to Executive Session
Not at this time.
XVII. Adjournment of Meeting
MOTION. A motion was made to adjourn the meeting. M/S/C (Clark, Loard), Voice vote. Ayes: 7, Nays: 0. (Swire, McDonough, Clark, Loard, Zoeller, Cruce, Farren), Nays: 0. Motion carried.
The Board adjourned at 7:45pm.