WALLENPAUPACK LAKE ESTATES

PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION

ADVISORY BOARD MEETING

June 1, 2008

 

The 276^th Advisory Board meeting was called to order at 11:40AM by Chairman George McMullin. The roll was called and a quorum was met. There were 14 additional members in attendance. After the Pledge to the Flag the following reports were given.

 

John Soutar read the Citation Review Report - 27 citations were reviewed with the following results. 20 were found guilty as charge, 6 were found guilty as charged and issued written warnings, and 1 was held over pending further information. The 6 citations were given written warnings for not wearing helmets in the skate park. From now on no more warnings will be issued for not wearing helmets. One citation was for a water leak violation. The property owner did not turn off the water and the pipe froze and burst. Another was for a contractor that had no construction pass in two instances and worked after legal hours and whose work has been disorderly and careless. One property owner received 3 citations on 2 days for careless driving, endangering pedestrians and harassing people with the golf cart. This person has been fined and had the license cancelled for the rest of the summer.

 

Richard Stoveland read the Building Committee Report - There was discussion as to suggested revision of regulations concerning Beaver and Deer Lake docks. Also discussed was the current color chart for WLE. This will be reviewed.

 

George McMullin read the General Managers Report - It consisted of Draft Financials reviewed by the board with copies forwarded to the Finance Committee for their review. Also the suggested by-law revisions sent to Howard for final approval and a motion to be written for membership approval. Roads being reviewed for surface treatment. Electric and water being added to additional sites at the campgrounds. The positions for the summer Recreation Coordinator and Kasper Lodge Attendant have been filled. The fitness center is almost finished. We are still trying to resolve the mail situation. The last deer survey was done in April and we are waiting for their report.

 

Max Watkins read the Neighborhood Watch Report - They discussed the Skate Park. Helmets are a must. Some teens have been using this as a hangout. They have photo ID’s that should be checked. Rules must be followed or the park will be shut down. Gas cards were distributed. Mick Henry discussed having walking patrols during the summer. The incident report for the month of April was read.

 

Pat Nagel gave the Recreation Report - June 14^th, 6PM Rockledge (rain MCH) a Fathers Day BBQ. Steak $10.00, Hamburgers $5.00, drinks to be sold. Tickets can be purchased at the office. July 5^th, the Picnic Celebration for July 4^th.  To be sold - Beer, Hot Dogs, Clams, Corn, Hamburgers with or without cheese, Sausage Heroes, Zepoles and a cake and cookie sale by the Swim Team. Volunteers are needed. August 2^nd, the Flea Market. Tables $20.00 with a refund of $10.00 if the area is clean after inspection.  If interested contact Bree Della Bella.

 

Max Watkins read the Security Report - Hang-ups - 4, wrong numbers - 6, non emergency calls - 39, emergency calls - medical/ambulance - 6, domestic - 1, police assist - 3, alarm calls - 12, vandalism - 3.

 

Ed Nagel read the Sewer & Water Report - The treatment plant is running well. Due to inadequate lighting the electrician is due to stop by. The water system is being prepped to get ready for the upcoming months. Brian would like the Boards permission to address the property owners curb valve issue and he line insurance available on their water service line at the annual meeting.

 

The meeting was now opened for the PO questions.

 

PO - 2-097 - What can be done to prevent a neighbor from using fire works

*Mick Henry will ask Rocky but he thought he heard Rocky tell his officers to issue a $500.00 fine for fireworks users.

 

PO - Were the recommendations of the by-laws Reformation Committee ever discussed at a POA Board Meeting?

*Answer - Yes, two or three times. (George McMullin observes the POA Board Meetings in accordance with the Sunshine Laws).

 

PO-1-34 Why was Lakeland Drive graveled over a blacktop road? Why do we have yellow handicapped spaces when they should be blue?

 

PO 3-126 Kasper Lodge does not have toys and games to accommodate two to four year olds. These items need to be large enough so they cannot by removed from the lodge

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PO-1-34 - A group of children submitted a list of items to the BOD that included items for younger children.

 

Max Watkins made a motion to adjourn and Ed Nagel seconded it.

 

Next meeting will be July 13^th, 2008 at 11:30AM at the MCH. It is late due to the July 4^th, weekend.

 

Respectfully submitted.

 

Pat Nagel

Acting Secretary