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LAKE ALEXANDER PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
BOARD MEETING
Thursday, June 26th, 2008--6:00 P.M.
Scandia Valley Town Hall
Members Present: Bob Andersen, Dr, Bill Faber, Margaret Flolid, , Darline Molde, Gordy Schenian, Alice Sunde, Chuck Schiemo,
and Tom Trutwin
A motion was made by Gordy, seconded by Alice to approve the minutes of the May 8, 2008 Board Meeting Minutes. Motion
carried
Treasurer’s Report:
Treasurer Margaret reported that receipts from May 8th-June 26th were $3,450.00 and expenditures were $747.66, giving
our checking account a balance of $3,430.33. The total assets of our association as of June 26, 2008 is $31,405.29.. A motion
was made by Chuck, seconded by Bob, to approve the Treasurer’s report. Motion carried.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Bogs/Water Level
The lake level is up 8-12 inches from last fall. . There was only one report of a small bog this spring.
Aquatic Vegetation/Water Quality:
Nine acres of curly leaf Pondweed was aggressively treated on May 23rd. Gordy accompanied Professional Lake Management
personnel who did the treatment. Eurasian milfoil area of 103 acres was treated on June 20th . The exotic weed growth has
been delayed this spring due to unseasonably cold temperatures.
Fisheries:
A complete report of the ice-out netting results from May 4th -9th sent by the Area Fisheries Supervisor, Eric Altena,
was included in the spring newsletter. Mr. Altena will be given an opportunity to give an updated fisheries report at the
annual meeting.
Land Use/
Planning and Zoning:
It is projected that in 2011, the state will send a mandate to all the counties to be in compliance with the new septic
systems ordinance. The cost of a new septic system and/or updating an old system will be dramatically increased in 2011.
Membership:
To date the paid membership dues that have been received number 178-- the numbers down a small percentage
from last year.
OLD BUSINESS
Secchi Disc and Chemical Monitoring:
Steve Sunde has volunteered to do the secchi disc readings on the East end of the lake plus taking readings for the Chemical
Monitoring Program. Gordy and Dale Ness continue to do the secchi disc readings in the Central and West areas of Lake Alex.
The secchi disc readings have been averaging 171/2 -18 feet clarity in 30 feet of water.
Minnesota Waters:
This organization is active with lobbying efforts at the Minnesota State Capitol in hopes of obtaining legislation to
benefit lakes and rivers in Minnesota. A motion was made by Alice, seconded by Gordy to send $100.00 to Minnesota Waters for
4 individual memberships. The mailings will be sent to Dr. Bill, Darline, Gordy, and Chuck.
NEW BUSINESS
Annual Meeting:
Registration will be conducted by Margaret. Four helpers are needed. Margaret will provide the name tags, Alice will print
the ballots. Coburns has agreed to donate the 12 dozen rolls and donuts; Margaret will purchase the coffee, cream, sugar,
cups, and necessary supplies for kitchen help. Gordy, Chuck, Bob and/or spouses will supply the necessary labor in the kitchen.
Clean-Up (Green) Day:
Alice proposed a lake association project that was viewed favorable by all Board members. It would involve our lake association
sponsoring a “Clean-up Day” at which time lake association members could bring in old tires, appliances,
etc. for free disposal; non-association members would be charged a nominal fee. Details and particulars will be sought from
the Morrison County Officials. Alice will present the proposal to the membership at the Annual Meeting.
Lake Shore Restoration:
Margaret would like our association to sponsor a seminar concerning ways and means to restore lake shore. A project chairman
is needed.
“Snowbird List”
Tom has been in contact with the Sheriff Department’s Deputies , and they desire a list of property owners that
will be absent in the winter months. Tom will ask the sheriff’s department representative to speak on this topic
at our annual meeting.
Dues Reduction--By-Law Change:
The Board recommends a reduction of annual dues to $15.00 per membership. It will be brought to a vote by the membership
at the annual meeting on July 12th
Nominating Committee:
Chuck will present a slate of officers to be elected at the Annual Meeting. Nominations from the floor will be sought.
Web Site:
Dr. Bill will ask the membership if the web site should be continued for another year. Dale Ness would like some compensation
for the hours spent on updating the web site
Raffle:
There are four or five T-Shirts and//or Sweatshirts remaining in our inventory and it was decided that the surplus will
be raffled off at the Annual Meeting.
Property Taxes:
Dr. Bill had a concerned property owner requesting that the association be pro-active with property taxes. It was agreed
that that is a political issue with which the association should NOT be involved. ,
Adjourn
A motion was made by Tom, seconded by Alice, to adjourn the Board Meeting Meeting adjourned. at 7:25P.M.
Respectfully Submitted,
Darline Molde
Secretary
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