YOSEMITE LAKES OWNERS’ ASSOCIATION

30250 Yosemite Springs Parkway

Coarsegold, CA 93614

Phone: 658-7466 Fax: 658-7866

MINUTES OF THE BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

MAY 18, 2010

CALLED TO ORDER AT 6:30 PM

I. Call to Order –Tom Swire

II. Flag Salute – Bob McDonough

III. Invocation – Mark Zoeller

President Swire asked for a moment of silence for the remembrance of association member, Dennis Harbert.

IV. Roll Call & Establishment of Quorum – Board Members Present

Tom Swire, President Elaine Loard, Vice President

Mark Zoeller, Treasurer Bob McDonough, Secretary

Al Clark, Director (absent) Dianne Cruce, Assistant Treasurer

Phil Farren, Director

V. Approval of Minutes – 4/20/10

MOTION: A motion was made to approve the April 20, 2010 Board Meeting minutes pending changes. M/S/C (Farren, Cruce), Voice vote. Ayes: 6 (Swire, McDonough, Cruce, Farren, Zoeller, Loard), Nays: 0, Motion carried.

VI. Madera County Supervisor Candidate Presentations

Tom Kellner – Mr. Kellner explained his position regarding running for Madera County Supervisor. He was allowed to address the membership for 10-minutes to also include questions from the audience. Any questions past the 10-minutes would be taken outside the clubhouse after the board meeting. Mr. Kellner thanked the association for the opportunity to speak. He explained he has been a Madera County Planning Commissioner for the last 11 years. He gave a brief history of his work and his family.

Frank Bigelow –Mr. Bigelow explained his position regarding running for Madera County Supervisor. He was allowed to address the membership for 10-minutes to also include questions from the audience. Any questions past the 10-minutes would be taken outside the clubhouse after the board meeting. Mr Bigelow thanked the association for the opportunity to speak. He gave a brief history of his past work as Supervisor and his accomplishments along with a background of his family at Bigelow Farms since the 1800’s.

VII. Public Comment -

Sandra McCart, LOL President introduced the Scholarship Chairperson, Marie Touitou. She explained the fundraising that LOL does to collect scholarship money. She stated that they had a record of scholarship applicants (11) this year. They gave 9 $500 scholarships. They had 5 applicants with GPA’s of 4.0. They required a 3.5 to qualify. Sandra stated that they are applying for non-profit status for the IRS. The By Law reviews are halfway completed. They are hoping to be a funnel for grants for this area.

VIII. YLP Fire Station #10 – Chris Haynes (absent)

IX. Wildlife Talk – Fish & Game Warden

The Warden was not able to make the meeting. The GM stated he should be able to attend the June Board Meeting.

X. Financial Report – Mark Zoeller

Treasurer Zoeller stated we’re getting closer to the end of the fiscal year, which is May 31^st. We have a little over $200K on hand, which is a little more than last year. His chart showed that we had negative cash flow in April. He is confident that we’ll make it through June. He explained how he always gets worried this time of year and we have always made it. Monthly Cash from Operations showed we’re below zero except for January, which is when we receive the bi-annual payments. The Year to Date Cumulative Cash from Operations is more than it was last year by quite a bit. We have spent more on Capital Expenditures. He showed a Collection Shortfall Graph. Had we collected the same percentage of Accounts Receivable as we did in 2008, we would have $131K more this year than what we actually have. This showed how the economic condition is affecting YLP. The Treasurer stated that he has questioned the GM regarding a shortfall of un-collectables. This may be due to foreclosures. We will have to wait until the end of June to see what has actually been collected. The GM stated they would be charging out $30K of it. A discussion took place regarding the shortfall.

XI. Lien Resolutions – Michael Neveu

None at this time.

XII. YLOA Update Report

Security Report – Bob Wilson, NVPS Security

Mr. Wilson stated that in reviewing the Madera County Sheriff’ report from 4/15/10 thru 5/13/10, he is very impressed with the calls. These calls are averaging less than 2 calls of service per day. They are very pleased with that number, also. They have seen an increase in the number of crimes occurring within YLP. There have been gasoline thefts within a 2-day period. At least 6 were reported to security. He asked the audience to please let security know when these types of crimes happen to them. YLOA responses are good. Total activities were slightly down from the month before. Sheriff’s report stated two burglaries on YLOA property in the last month.

Manager's Report – Michael Neveu, General Manager

GM Neveu requested that his report be entered into the minutes as an attachment. He entertained questions at this time. There were none.

MOTION: A motion was made to enter the General Manager’s Report into the minutes. M/S/C (Zoeller, McDonough), Voice vote. Ayes: 6, (Swire, McDonough, Zoeller, Cruce, Farren, Loard), Nays: 0. Motion carried.

XIII. Committee Reports

ECC – Tom Swire

Tom Swire stated that they met twice and approved various items within the park. They approved the fire station expansion to the southwest side of the building. Mark Zoeller added that they also approved a swimming pool.

Communications/Events Committee – Dianne Cruce

Dianne Cruce stated they had met and the charter is ready to go and will vote on it next month. The events committee is working on having events at the clubhouse at least once a month. She said the fishing derby was cancelled. They’ve added a mother-son “Minute to Win It” for September. They mentioned they sponsored the Family Talent show on Friday. She explained this event. They are talking about Trunk or Treat event in the future. She’s working on Chukchansi for grants. They meet tomorrow to talk about the YLP Birthday Party. Bob McDonough asked if they were prepared for this Friday event and explained the problem with the last event. Dianne explained that they had nothing to do with planning this event. They will work on preparing events in the future.

Golf Committee – Jim Ross

Mr. Ross stated the Ladies Golf Group had their May Day Tournament on May 1^stand netted $460. They will make this an annual event. The Men’s Club has 47 members. They are running new tournaments. Tonight was the first evening golf tournament that started at 5:00pm. They started the pergola at the café. He thanked Layton Gillette for help in the construction of this project. He answered question from the audience at this time.

XIII. Considerations of YSPUC Proposals to YLOA – Michael Neveu

None at this time.

XIV. Old Business

One Call Now Update

The GM stated there are 55 new members in the data base and 19 who have opt out of using the service. They still haven’t received answers from several hundred members. He’s preparing this list for a mailer. He explained the system’s capabilities. He explained a test message that is to take place. The database changes all the time and explained the different databases. He should get the message out by the end of this week. A discussion took place regarding the system.

YLOA Birthday Party Update / Request Funding – Dianne Cruce

Dianne Cruce stated that the party would be on July 17^thfrom 11am – 2pm. This is the same day as the annual meeting. They are still working with Christian on the cost of the food. This is why they don’t have the request for funding at this time. She explained what they are working at. This is also a free swim day and they will have fun things for the kids to do. She asked for other help from committees. They will meet tomorrow at 4:00. President Swire added that they could have a special meeting to approve the funding at that time. Questions were asked from the audience regarding a reasonable menu and pricing.

Ethics Training – Dianne Cruce

Dianne Cruce gave an explanation as to her intension at the March Board Meeting’s Ethics Training agenda item.

YLOA Newsletter Charter – Elaine Loard

This item was deferred until next month.

XV. New Business

Report of Deer Encounters – Tom Swire

The GM explained that he spoke to the Fish and Game Warden. They are working on catching the deer that has initiated the violent aggression. They will prepare an internal report at which they will provide us a copy. Our Security Department is working to help them. There have been 2 incidences. They have asked that we inform our members to not feed the deer, not to pet them and that they are wild animals and need to be treated as such. They continue to search for the deer. He explained the reasons why deer become aggressive per the game warden.

Summer Preparedness – Tom Swire

GM Neveu explained what our crews are working on for preparation of the summer months. The Road crew is working on the Fire Road easements. They’ve been also working on grading and weedwacking.

Guidelines for Storage / Parking of RV’s – Tom Swire

President Swire explained the complaints that the ECC have received regarding the storing of vehicles. Our DOR’s give the ECC the ability to allow variances. The ECC made guidelines and have asked the Board for their approval and this will be used as a tool to help the appearance of the park. He entertained questions regarding this subject.

MOTION. A motion was made to approve the Guidelines for Storage / Parking of RV’s. M/S/C (Zoeller, Cruce), Voice vote. Ayes: 6, (Swire, McDonough, Zoeller, Cruce, Farren, Loard), Nays: 0. Motion carried.

Election Subcommittee for 2010 Director Elections – Tom Swire

Tom Wheeler’s representative stood up and stated that he would be available after the board meeting to answer any questions.

President Swire explained that he had selected Elaine Loard, Mark Zoeller and Bob McDonough as Election Subcommittee to determine a set of questions, the location of signs (owned by YLOA) and to finalize the names of the ballot and when the Annual meeting starts. Treasurer McDonough added that the subcommittee will also work on the Candidates’ Night. They explained the use of getting a quorum so that we would have an election. The GM explained the need for this event as being a motivation to vote. A discussion took place regarding this event.

MOTION. A motion was made to stipulate Bryan Smith, Phil Farren and Al Clark as the only candidates in the 2010-2011 election. M/S/C (Cruce, McDonough),Voice vote. Ayes: 6, (Swire, McDonough, Zoeller, Cruce, Farren), Nays: 1 (Loard) Motion carried.

XVI. Announcement of Previous Executive Session

The Board met on May 11, 2010 to discuss personal and legal issues and on April 20, 2010 to discuss and approve $5000 to develop a solar plan.

XVII. Director's Comments

Elaine Loard reminded the directors that next meeting they will be voting on the Charter and Map to the Rec Center. Tom Swire explained to the membership, that Madera County had previously voted down the bus line to use YLP as one of their stops. He asked them to encourage the supervisors at tomorrow’s meeting or to email them their wishes on having the bus stop here. This would be a good improvement for YLP.

XVIII. Adjourn to Executive Session

The Board adjourned to Executive Session at 8:05pm.

XIX. Adjournment of Meeting

Executive Session adjourned at