Seminole Lakes Property Owners Association
Board of Directors Meeting Minutes
February 14, 2011
Prior to the meeting, City of Punta Gorda City Manager Howard Kunik gave a presentation on the financial situation of the City and its various projects.
Call to Order: Bob Toth called the meeting to order at 10:45 AM at the Burnt Store Presbyterian Church.
Establish a Quorum: A quorum was established with the following present: Bob Toth, Fred Eyrich, Linda Huber, and Bill Murphy. Al DiSessa was absent.
Also present, was Sherry Danko, from Star Hospitality Management.
Proof of Notice: The meeting notice was distributed and posted as per the Association Bylaws and Florida Statute 720.
Disposal of Minutes: With no additions or corrections, the January 10, 2011 minutes were considered accepted.
President’s Report: Bob Toth thanked the candidates and owners who participated in the candidates’ forum. He also thanked Howard Kunik for his informative presentation.
Treasurer’s Report: In Al DiSessa’s absence, Bill Murphy read the Treasurer’s Report prepared by Al DiSessa. January 2011 ended with an approximate $10,000 operational surplus. This is due to seasonal aberrations. Reserves total over $631,000. Combined with operating funds of $150,000, the POA is in a very healthy financial position while maintaining a low monthly maintenance fee. All 2010 financial records are at the CPA’s office, and the audit and tax return are expected by March 15th. Al Disessa recommended the creation and empowerment of the Investment sub-committee following the annual meeting.
Committee Reports:
Access Control: Jay Huber reported that both the front and back gates sustained some damage since the last meeting which he felt was caused by someone with a golf cart trying to gain access to the community. Owners were encouraged to report problems when they see them. Several pedestrians are reporting their concern about "close calls" with speeding vehicles and not stopping at stop signs. Owners were reminded to adhere to the speed limit and stop signs for the safety of everyone.
Election: June Toth thanked the candidates, the residents, and Sherry Danko for participating in the forum. Election materials were mailed February 11th. If you don’t receive your packet in a few days, please contact the Star office. Owners were reminded to vote and to contact June Toth with any questions.
Maintenance, Lakes & Roads: Bill Murphy introduced the new Chair, Bud Nelson. Bud Nelson announced he is looking to add volunteers to the committee. The most pressing issue is the cleaning, painting, and carpeting of the guardhouse.
Management Report: Sherry Danko reported on the current accounts receivable (10 owners owe for more than one month and 34 owners owe for February). There were 7 AVOs and 0 work orders submitted to Greenscapes. Sherry Danko also gave an overview of violation letters mailed since the January Board meeting (16 letters) most of which were for dirty roofs.
Old Business:
Burnt Store Road: Bob Toth reported the construction of a retaining wall between the road and Environmental Center is in process. The wall will support the road as the County could not obtain additional land for proper sloping. The closing of Burnt Store Road is still scheduled for April 2011. The temporary light at the corner of Acline and Route 41 cannot be converted to a permanent light per the contractor. The expansion of the intersection of Burnt Store Road and Jones Loop Road may not happen under the current contract due to the dispute with the Railroad.
Investment Committee: No update other than the comments provided during the Treasurer’s Report.
New Business:
Architectural Review: Fred Eyrich presented the following:
The following had Prior Approval:
Painting
10208 Windsong Rd. Bill Murphy
10255 Windsong Rd. Fred Eyrich
10191 Arrowhead Dr. Fred Eyrich
10316 Arrowhead Dr. Fred Eyrich
26443 Feathersound Dr. Fred Eyrich
10501 Serernoa Ct. Fred Eyrich
The following need approval:
Painting
10214 Windsong
26233 Seminole Lakes Blvd
26328 Feathersound Dr.
ALL OF THE ABOVE ARE PAINTING JOBS WITH EITHER THE SAME COLOR OR COLORS Similar TO OTHER COLORS USED ELSEWHERE IN SEMINOLE LAKES.
The following are Screen Jobs:
10209 Windsong Dr. Screen entryway Prior Approval by Bill Murphy
26331 Stillwater Circle: Sliding screens on garage door opening
The Following are construction jobs:
26258 Stillwater Circle: Remove existing walk and driveway and replace with
decorative pavers.
26394 Seminole Lakes Blvd.: Expand Lanai from 5’ to 11’ with roof.
26224 Stillwater Circle: Replacing 2 Kitchen windows with thermo pane picture
windows w/white PVC frame.
The following is a landscape request:
26331 Stillwater Circle.
Bill Murphy moved, and Bob Toth seconded to approve all of the requests. Fred Eyrich noted that neither the POA nor the landscape company will be responsible for any damage to the pavers at 26258 Stillwater. The motion passed unanimously.
SCCC: Fred Eyrich presented an overview of the last South Charlotte County Coalition meeting. County Commissioner Tricia Duffy spoke to the attendees on the medical district and land swap. The County is promoting a program of advertising to attract new businesses to Charlotte County. The SCCC has gone formally on record regarding their position to make the temporary traffic light at Acline and Route 41 permanent. The dispute with the Seminole Railroad continues regarding the necessary funding. If this improvement is not made, there will be problems with a bottleneck.
Seminole Lakes Roads: Fred Eyrich reported that several directors are receiving complaints regarding the sealcoating of the roads last August. Fred Eyrich advised he spoke with the Florida Rep for Nyera, the manufacturer for Paveshield, the product used to sealcoat. It is possible that the weather conditions, water table, and drying and curing time between coats may have caused the Paveshield to disappear along the road edges and also cause the staining on the driveways. Fred Eyrich moved, and Linda Huber seconded to have a letter sent to D & G Sealcoating & Striping to arrange an inspection of the problem areas and develop a plan to remedy. Bill Murphy stated there is a 15 month warranty and expects complete satisfaction from the vendor. The specifications did not call for the second coat to the edge of the road and that may be a contributing factor. The motion passed unanimously.
Next Meeting: The next meeting will be the annual membership March 14th at 10:00 AM. Crime Prevention Specialist, Dale Philips, will be speaking.
Comments for Future Discussion: Bill Murphy stated that many new residents have not heard from the Welcoming Committee and asked as to when and how the new owners are contacted by the welcoming committee. June Toth advised she notifies Sue Ziegler, Chair of the Welcoming Committee who then contacts the new owners. Many times after closing on the house the new owners cannot be located as they do not move in at once. Al DiSessa is oversight Director of the committee and will be asked to follow up with the committee.
Adjournment: With no further business to come before the Board, the meeting adjourned at 11:45 AM.
Submitted by,
Sherry Danko
Sherry Danko
For Linda Huber, Secretary