The November business meeting was called to order by President Rhonda King at 7:00 P.M. The Secretary took the roll call. Six (6) Board members were present including Chad Reid, Ted Strass, Rhonda King, George Peck, John Groeneveld and Art McKeller.

After the pledge of allegiance, President King read the minutes of a meeting held at Don Peyton’s office November 10^th. A copy is attached to these minutes. The meeting was opened to comments and questions concerning the agenda for the evening.

The minutes of the October Business Meeting held October 13, 2003 were read and approved by the board. Chad also read minutes from the previous evenings budget meeting. The Board approved the minutes of both meetings. John presented the financial report and it was approved as read.

Rhonda also gave a report that SWIFTMUD has been contacted and reports were pending concerning the permitting and specifications of the Pasco County sewage treatment plant. A committee was formed to deal with the attorney, the county and SWIFTMUD consisting of 5 people including Rhonda King and Chad Reid from the current board and Don King, Dale Alford and Marilyn Morris. More members would be helpful as Chad will not be available most of the time.

Welcoming: No one was present from the welcoming committee.

Trustees: No report

Election: A motion was made by Art, seconded by Chad to postpone the December Board and annual meeting 1 week until December 15^th to permit mailing of the recently approved budget and ballot questions. It was also decided to use the old date of the December meeting to hold an informational meeting about 55+ and to have a "meet the candidates" night.

The replacement of the stove in the kitchen was discussed by the board. As the purchase of the stove is a capital improvement according to the attorney, Chad suggested that the purchase should go on the budget like the roof over the back patio where it would only need a majority vote to pass. Rhonda conducted a raise of hands vote to see if those in attendance wanted it that way. From those that were there, it did not appear they wanted it as part of the budget. No motion was presented and the stove was defeated even though it had been previously approved.

Architectural: 2 requests were presented by the architectural committee as approved and were also approved by the board.

Maintenance: The street light that had burned was taken care of according to Don King.

Art said The problem with spa has been repaired and the skimmer replaced. Total cost of the replacement was $1375.00.

Purchase of 28 chairs for the clubhouse was dropped.

It was suggested that the board pay for restoration of lawns and private property after the flooding recedes of those homeowners who permitted use of their property to others. It was discussed and the board decided not to do anything at this time as so many people did so many different things that it could cause hard feelings that some were paid and others were not. No motion was made and the suggestion was dropped.

Chad had presented a bill for extra minutes of cell phone use during the flood emergency. Art made a motion to reimburse Chad for his extra cell phone use in the amount of $19.20. Ted seconded and the board approved.

Removal of the dumpster from Andre was discussed. Art made a motion, seconded by John to have the company remove the dumpster and permit the trash truck to resume home pickup through out the park. All members agreed. It was also decided that if Art would monitor the streets for damage.

For the past 2 years, Chad has personally paid the $99 per year for web hosting of greatcypress.com and the yearly registration fee of $35 per year. The Board discussed the situation and everyone agreed that it was a benefit to everyone and a lot of people used and enjoyed it. A motion was made by Ted, seconded by John to at least pay the registration so the site could be accessed again as it had expired. Anyone with knowledge of Front Page and the password can post to the site and assist in its upkeep. The password will be made available to a committee or computer club for updating and maintaining the web site and Chad will also be a member of either to help. Some in attendance showed interest being club members and the entire situation will be discussed again at a future meeting.

The posting of all emails was discussed and rejected by the Board.

The posting of a small sign at the entrance to announce monthly meetings was tabled until the next meeting as was notices to individuals concerning upcoming meetings.

The fill situation on Andre was discussed and a committee was formed to look into what can be done now as well as in the future to address our road problem. The committee consists of Val Stauder, Jim Haley and Art McKeller. Additional members are still needed.

The president opened the meeting to comments and suggestions on the evening’s agenda by members of the association

Lastly, a motion was made by John, seconded by Art to adjourn and the meeting was adjourned at 8:30 PM

Ted Strass picked up Art McKeller and Rhonda King at 12:45PM. We arrived at the Atty.’s office at 1:15PM. Atty. Peyton arrived at 1:20 in the conference room and greeted Ted, Art and Rhonda.

Rhonda explained the situation with the stove replacement starting with e-mail in June to Mr. Peyton. The voting/tabling the issue until all board members were present to the revote in October and the vote on the issue along with board members confusion. Mr. Peyton said that he would make sure people knew what they were voting on and be specific about the motion. For example, was it just to replace the electric stove with a gas stove with a cap of $3000? Was that monies to include all of the necessary equipment (propane tank, fence, plumbing)? He said he would include the membership in on this subject if it was so hotly contested and bringing distention in the park. Have the membership place input in this matter. Have a vote of the people, let them decide, take a survey, etc. Then Rhonda asked if this gas stove which requires a propane tank, fencing, plumbing, new chemical replacement for fire equipment in hood was considered a capitol improvement. Mr. Peyton replied that anytime you have something new added that you did not have before, it is considered capitol improvement, which this would be considered capitol improvement. We currently have no propane tank or privacy fence or gas plumbing to the building.

Next question brought to Mr. Peyton was regarding husband and wife being on the board. He asked if our documents say it cannot happen and the answer was, the only thing the documents state is that there is one vote per household. Mr. Peyton said you are combining "apples and oranges" and you cannot do that. The one vote per household is for membership voting issues only, not for serving on the board. Husband and wife can be on the board together. Mr. McKeller then was asked about husband and wife signing checks together. Mr. Peyton stated this would be cause for a lot of problems. He stated if he was the subject he would not want to sign with his spouse. Rhonda stated that if she was re-elected and if her husband was elected as treasurer, that the President can appoint someone else to sign checks in her place....Mr. Peyton agreed that this should happen if the circumstances warranted.

A question brought forward by Mr. Ted Strass regarding the issue of ballot voting. If a voter has the right to vote for up to 3 directors and only votes for 2, does this mean the ballot is not valid. Mr. Peyton stated that the ballot is valid. The only time the ballot would not be valid was when someone voted for 4 persons and was only allowed to vote for 3.

We all thanked Mr. Peyton for his time and comments.

The meeting was over at 1:55PM

Signed,

Rhonda King, Pres