The July 19, 2008 meeting of the Board of Directors was opened at 8:06AM with the Pledge of Allegiance.  In attendance were President Jerry Beskovoyne, presiding, Vice President Ted Couillou, Secretary, Elvin Quinones, Treasurer Dan Braun and members, Gina Florio, Jerry LaStella and Alan Cucciniello.  Also in attendance were General Manager John Carney and George McMullin representing the Advisory Board.

 

The minutes of the May 24, 2008 were reviewed.  One clarification was made:

 

Under Security; review of the CRC minutes for May 3, 2008, third paragraph “It was determined that, from this day forward, there will be no more warning issued for not wearing helmets in the skate park”.  The Board’s response, as noted in the May 24^th, 2008 minutes, was addressing the CRC comment as read in the CRC May 3, 2008 minutes.

 

A motion was made by Elvin Quinones, second by Alan Cucciniello, to accept the minutes as read.  The motion was passed unanimously.

 

The minutes of the June 10, 2008 Reorganization Meeting were reviewed as well.

 

A motion was made by Elvin Quinones, second by Alan Cucciniello, to accept the minutes as read.  The motion was passed unanimously.

 

Treasurer’s Report – Dan Braun

 

Treasurer’s report was reviewed.   Assessments collections are 124% on a Budget to date basis.  Significant actual-to budget variances; utilities are 7% over budget.  Pools/beaches are 36% over budget. 

 

Treasurer reviewed cash flow reserve studies with focus in years 2008 and 2009.  Looking ahead for the 2009 Budget, additional scrutiny over 2008 needed for labor hour allocations.  Future costs reduction studies will be on going.

 

Canvass for new members for the Finance Committee will be advertised.  Applications will be reviewed in our next Board meeting.  Dan also provided Board members with a proposed Finance Committee Charter for review.

 

General Manager’s Report -  John Carney 

1. The WLE Fitness Center Township inspection scheduled for Monday, July 21^st, 2008.  The Fitness Center will be opened from 6am – 9pm everyday.
2. Recycling bin has been placed at the Water and Sewage Treatment Plant.   Recycling Center will be opened on the second and fourth Wednesday and Saturday from 9am – 12 noon.  Guidelines are available on the WLE website and at the Administrative building.
3. A presentation is scheduled to review the Deer Survey on July 30, 2008 at 6:30 pm at the MCH.  Representatives for the USDA will be in attendance.
4. Lakeland Colony was contacted to discuss the problem WLE residents on Lakeland Drive are experiencing regarding vehicles traveling in excess of the posted speed limits.  Lakeland Drive is a private road owned by Lakeland Colony.  Dialog is ongoing.
5. The only pending item for the substation is the electric entrance gate.
6. Oak View community which is adjacent to WLE is experiencing severe water runoffs from WLE.  We are looking into how to correct the situation with the assistance of the Lake Wallenpaupack watershed district.

Buildings and Grounds – Ted Couillou

 

The July 12^th, 2008 building committee report was reviewed.  Al Cuccinello resigned as member as he was elected to serve on the WLE BOD.  Regulation for docks on Beaver and Deer lakes were changed to allow 7 ft n the water and 3 ft on land.  The committee will be discussing regulations for children’s “playhouses”.

 

The next Building committee meeting is scheduled for August 9^th, 2008 at 9:00am.          

 

Sewer & Water – Ted Couillou

 

The sewer and Water report was reviewed.  One new home hook for the period June/July, 2008 was reported.  Manhole covers are being raised, flush to the road, and sealed to stop infiltration.

 

Some homeowners have yet to comply with marking shut off valves.  The Board agrees with Brain Schan’s recommendation to fine homeowners who are not in compliance.  Written warnings will be handed out to homeowners to comply, otherwise fines will follow.  For those properties that the shut off valves are obstructed or location is not possible to “mark”, the Board recommends that the PO contact the office upon receipt if a written warning.  Sewer and Water will make a determination how to mark the location without infringing upon the homeowner.

 

The Board unanimously approved the purchase of the new water meter system.  The readers will be purchased at a cost of $124,000.

 

Security – Elvin Quinones

 

The Board reviewed the public safety report submitted by Chief Rocky Kizer for the months of May/June, 2008.  Total calls year to date; 155 emergency calls and 342 non-emergency calls.

 

Elvin Quinones recapped the CRC July 12^th meeting.  Over 100 citations were reviewed.  Several homeowners came to the CRC meeting to dispute the citations. The BOD has determined that homeowners that have appointments to dispute citations are to wait in the “waiting” located on the second floor of the Administration building.  The CRC has asked the BOD to add to the Fine index “helmet rules”.  Citations for helmet rules are being cited as disorderly conduct. 

 

Maintenance and Marina – Jerry LaStella

 

A comprehensive report from Maintenance was reviewed.   Solar lights are to be placed at the end of the docks at the marina.  Stone are to spread in the golf cart parking area at the marina.

 

Legal and Administration – Gina Florio

 

Maintenance/mower incident from year 2006; civil action has been brought against WLE.  Our insurance company has the case.

 

The board reviewed 12 first right of refusals for the period June/July, 2008.

 

Recreation – Alan Cucciniello

 

Alan recapped the July 12^th Recreation meeting.  The Board unanimously approved installing air conditioning at Kasper Lodge at a cost of $3,000.00.  The Board asked John Carney to have lighting at the children playground and skate park.  Swim team membership is 110 swimmers.  Three tents are available for rental by property owners in good standing at a cost of $20/day. 

 

Correspondence

 

- Letter to landscaping and excavating companies that do business with WLE regarding the changes made to the building regulations.

 

- Letter from Remax regarding the value of WLE lots for selling purposes

 

- Letter from Alan Cucciniello regarding his resignation to the Building committee.

 

- Letter from Larry Milliken regarding “play houses”.

 

Old Business

 

Development of section 7:  A motion was made by Elvin Quinones, second by Ted Couillou to secure a contract with one of the three excavating companies (Wilmot Excavation, Maiocco Excavating or Ed Smit Excavating) to build the new ball field, not to exceed $57,000.  The motion passed unanimously.

 

Lakeville Sub-Station:  the Boy Scout of America (BSA) council are in agreement to swap an acre property located at the corner of Eskra and Goosepond Roads for lots located in section 7 adjacent to the BSA campground.  The BOD plans to put this to a community vote in November, 2008.  More details to follow.

 

Deer Control:  an informational meeting scheduled for July 30^th, 2008 at 6:30 pm will be held at the MCH.  Representative of the USDA will be the guest speaker. 

 

A motion was made by Ted Couillou, second by Elvin Quinones to accept lots 20A & 20B into the WLE core. They can then be subdivided legally into 3 lots. The motion passed unanimously.

 

New Business

 

A motion was made by Dan Braun, second by Al Cucciniello to convert selected lots as green area as a tax savings strategy.  The motion passed unanimously.

 

Energy saving strategies: interior vestibules for the indoor pool, adult lodge and fitness center.

 

Long Term Planning Committee.

 

The next meeting of the Board of Directors is scheduled for August 23^rd, 2008 at 8:00 am

 

A motion was made at 1:17 pm by Elvin Quinones, second by Jerry LaStella to adjourn the meeting.

 

 

Respectfully submitted,

 

 

Elvin Quinones

Secretary