The meeting was called to order by President Mary Johnson at 7:00 p.m. The president led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
Present: Mary Johnson, Joe Musumeci, Richard Barrett, Kathy Morgan, Mary Hurst, John Castiglia, and Paul Bredlau.
The Secretary read the minutes of the meeting of October 13, 2008. It was noted that Jack Fair (not Val Stauder) presented a form to be used by the Code Enforcement/Architectural Committee to the Board for approval. Joe Musumeci moved and Mary Hurst seconded that the minutes be approved as corrected. The motion was approved by unanimous voice vote.
Financial Report
Treasurer, Rich Barrett gave the financial report. As of October 31, 2008, the balance on hand in the operating account is $11,781.22 and $74,392.75 in the reserve account.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Welcoming: No report at this time
Code Enforcement/Architectural Committee: John Castiglia reported the approval of one project: Tom Wall painted his home.
Maintenance: Bob Johnson has checked the disco ball and found that the motor is defective. The cost of a new motor is approximately $30. The Board approved unanimously to purchase a new motor and repair the light. Joe Musumeci reported that the air conditioning units have been inspected and serviced and all are in good shape. Joe signed a renewal maintenance contract with Millionaire A/C Service.
RV Area: Jack Fair reported that the flatbed trailer has been removed. He also requested that he be authorized to put the tank on Craig’s list to see if we can get rid of it. The Board authorized this action.
Pool: Joe Musumeci reported that we are losing lots of water in the spa. Mickelson will be here on Thursday to check it out.
Social Club: Patty Mitchell stated that a Meatloaf dinner has been planned for Saturday, November 15. The Social Club will raffle off 4 gift baskets in the near future.
Chad Reid noted that the Social Club has raised over $3,000 toward the installation of a Bocce Court and the project is partially complete at this time. However, to finish the courts, an additional $3,000 to $4,000 is needed. Chad proposed that a question be placed on the ballot at the next Annual Meeting authorizing that funds from the general account of Great Cypress Village be used to complete the Bocce Court.
Documents: No report at this time.
Election Committee: Brenda Cloukey reported that preparations for the upcoming election are on schedule.
Crime Watch: No report at this time.
OLD BUSINESS:
With regard to the status of the vacant house at the end of Olivaud next to the RV area. The complaint is in the hands of the county and we have had no report at this time.
SBA response: No report at this time.
With regard to the sidewalk leading from Harley Street to the pool, the President reported that under ADA regulations, we are required to have one entrance approved for handicap accessibility and our main entrance to the clubhouse and pool area fulfills that requirement. Therefore, if we replace the sidewalk, we can do so without regard to complying with ADA regulations. It was decided that inasmuch as we are planning to obtain quotes for repair and replacement of other sidewalks within the park, we shall include a price for installing a new sidewalk in that area. Joe Musumeci will obtain quotes on this project and report his findings at a future meeting.
NEW BUSINESS:
The President reported that she has received a letter from Pasco County Utilities stating that the County is clamping down on abuse of the water restriction regulations. Fines are being issued and no warnings will be given. The letter which outlines all the restrictions, will be displayed on the bulletin board in the clubhouse.
Jack Fair presented a request to amend Article IX on Page 20 of the proposed new Documents to include a statement that says no fee will be charged for use of the RV area and also a statement allowing owners to install a free-standing cover over their stored vehicle. Bob Ayers, Chairman of the Documents Committee stated that the Committee feels that such statements would be included in the Rules and Regulations for the RV Area. The Board voted unanimously not to amend the proposed Plan Document to include these changes.
With regard to Park and clubhouse maintenance: the President presented an idea that we might consider hiring one or two part-time maintenance persons to work 2 to 3 hours per day and whose duties would include cleaning the clubhouse, general maintenance of the pool area, painting, replacement and repair of items, weeding, etc., etc. The money to pay for this service would be approximately the same as we have budgeted for cleaning services - $370/month. A discussion followed and no decisions were made but suggestions and comments are welcome.
John Castiglia read some proposed regulations for plantings in the common areas between the street and sidewalk in front of homes. A discussion followed with several speaking against the proposal. The Board voted unanimouosly against the proposal.
As there was no further business to come before the Board, Mary Hurst moved and Joe Musumeci seconded that the meeting be adjourned. The motion was passed by unanimous voice vote and adjournment prevailed at 8:15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Kathleen Morgan
Secretary