Call to Order: The meeting was called to order at 10:00 AM by Bob Toth, President, at the Burnt Store Presbyterian Church.

Establish a Quorum: A quorum was established with the following present: Bob Toth, Bob Foiles, Al DiSessa, Linda Huber, and Sandy Blaesing. Also present was Sherry Danko, Star Hospitality Management.

Notice of Meeting: The meeting notice was posted in accordance with the Association Bylaws and Florida Statute 720.

Disposal of Minutes: Sandy Blaesing moved, and Bob Foiles seconded to approve the April 10, 2006 minutes as distributed. The motion carried.

President’s Report: Bob Toth read from prepared remarks emphasizing proper board meeting procedures with particular attention to motions and the membership’s method of participation. June Report

Treasurer’s Report: Al DiSessa presented his Treasurer’s Report which provided preliminary comments on the May 2006 financial picture which reflected an anticipated loss for May in the amount of $9,084.44. Al DiSessa also conveyed his concerns regarding the maintenance fee receivables and plans to improve collections. He also made remarks regarding the foreclosure process for two very delinquent owners. Al DiSessa reinforced previous statements that the Association is in good shape financially and is prepared for any possible "Act of God", (i.e. hurricane). Finally, he is working with the Finance Committee regarding alternative fixed income and FDIC insured investment products for Association funds. Al Disessa made the following motions:

Motion Number 1:
Whereas, we have been advised by our attorney that the imposition of a $25.00 penalty for the late payment of monthly assessments is not provided for in our Declaration of Covenants, Deeds, and Restrictions, and
Whereas, it is not proper or appropriate for our governing documents to be in legal conflict with each other, and
Whereas, Article III, Section 10 of our Declaration of Covenants, Deed, and Restrictions does provide for the imposition of interest from the due date at the highest legal rate,
Now therefore, I would like to make a motion the Rule #18 in our Rules and Regulations be amended to read as follows:

Linda Huber seconded, and the motion carried.

Motion Number 2:
Whereas, the current operating budget does not provide funding for hurricane damage, and
Whereas, there is anticipated sufficient funding provided for in the Operating Budget line item entitled Common Area Maintenance Account #436, and
Whereas, we have incurred $13,987.50 in hurricane damage expenses during the preceding month, and
Whereas, our governing documents do not restrict us from taking the following action,
Now therefore, I would like to make a motion that we transfer $13,987.50 of funding

From: Common Area Maintenance account #436
To: Hurricane damage repairs account #444

Bob Foiles seconded, and the motion carried.

Insurance Renewal: Al DiSessa gave an overview of the Insurance Committee’s actions in obtaining insurance coverage for when the policy expires in July.

Review of ARC Denial: After some discussion regarding the Desjardin’s request to enclose their lanai area, Bob Foiles moved, and Sandy Blaesing seconded to approve their request. The motion carried.

Greenscapes Special Services Contract: Bob Toth gave an overview of the contract which will address removal of horticultural debris from the entrance and roads after a disaster (not resident’s property). Sandy Blaesing moved, and Al DiSessa seconded to approve the contract. The motion carried. There was further discussion regarding moving debris to Highway 41, if the City would then pick it up. Bob Toth will address with the City.

Seminole Lakes Plaza Easement: Bob Toth reported that the City approved Rudco Properties’ request to subdivide the remaining open land into five separate lots. There are a number of concerns including an easement that will enter the Seminole Lakes entrance road east of the guardhouse. The Association attorney is involved to help sort out the legal issues. The Board will keep the membership posted on all developments.

Burnt Store Road Expansion: Bob Foiles stated that the expansion project along Burnt Store Road is moving ahead faster than expected. In response to the noise resonating from the traffic, Bob Foiles moved to accept the following resolution and send to the appropriate governing bodies:

Whereas, Seminole Lakes Property Owners Association, Inc. does not appear on the list of Property Owners Association who were present at the hearings on the Burnt Store Road expansion; and
Whereas, our residents living along Feathersound Drive and Serernoa Court would be impacted by the Burnt Store Road expansion project, and
Whereas, reliance on a natural vegetation barrier is subject to fires or other destruction and may be less effective over time;
Therefore, be it resolved, that the Seminole Lakes Property Owners Association, Inc. go on record as requesting consideration of the installation of a Sound Barrier Wall along Burnt Store Road adjacent to Seminole Lakes; and
Further Resolved, that the Seminole Lakes Property Owners Association, Inc. further request that such a Sound Barrier Wall be installed prior to the actual road work begins on that section of the roadway; and
Further Resolved, that a copy of this Resolution be forwarded to the Charlotte County Commissioners, City Council of Punta Gorda, and all planning bodies involved with the project.

Sandy Blaesing seconded, and the motion carried.

Resident Recognition: Linda Huber presented a gift certificate to Jack Carpenter, the May recipient of the resident recognition award, and announced the comments submitted by the owners. For June, Connie Swett’s name was selected, and she too was given a gift certificate. Linda read the nomination comments submitted for Connie. MVP June

Committee Reports: Linda Huber introduced the Chairs to present their committee reports.

ARC: Chair, Herb Hagmann, reported that five requests for hurricane shutters were approved and three requests for exterior painting were approved. The requests for a permanent generator and lanai enclosure were not approved. Discussion ensued regarding installation of generators and it was agreed that the Board will obtain a legal opinion. June report

CERT: Ray Negrycz presented the CERT report which discussed the completion of the taping program. He also encouraged all owners to heed their recommendations for hurricane readiness and evacuation. Dial 511 for traffic conditions after a hurricane. June Report

Covenants: Linda Huber, Oversight Director for the Covenants Committee, reported that all five pickup truck violations were resolved. There are five more serious issues that will be turned over to the attorney if not addressed by letters sent to residents. Covenants Committee Chair, Dick Swett, gave a brief overview of his Committee’s activities regarding covenant violations and a new 2-step process for violations. The committee is looking at additional changes to the Rules and Regulations and all of our Governing Documents are now accessible on our website. June Report

Lakes & Roads: Joe Ring reported that 1800 plants were planted along Lake D to help with erosion. In addition, Greenscapes cleaned the culvert leading from Lake D under Burnt Store Road. which was necessary to prevent water backing up in Lake D. Also, the sprinkler motor used to water the common area on Acline Road was replaced. June Report

Maintenance: Herb Hagmann presented the report indicating that the ribbon/lamppost project was a success with only 13 more lights to be addressed.

Insurance: Howard McCormack reported that the committee is actively pursuing all options for replacement insurance as the current package is set to expire on July 7^th. It is expected that a proposal will be available within two weeks prior to expiration. One area of concern is regarding coverage for the CERT volunteers. Howard McCormack indicated self insurance was being evaluated as another option. June Report

Management: Sherry Danko made some remarks on working closely with Al Disessa about liens and foreclosures. Sherry also requested that committee members that use Association credit cards be sure to submit their receipts.

Next Meeting: The next meeting of the Board of Directors will be Monday, July 10, 2006 at 10:00am at the Burnt Store Presbyterian Church.

Linda Huber read a statement regarding two possible changes to the Rules and Regulations involving open house signs and hurricane shutters. Resident input is requested. Shutters   Open House Signs

Owners’ comments included: questions about why the safety committee is now called the access control committee; and asked what was the mission statement for the access control committee. Concern was expressed about cracks and erosion on the perimeter wall, and one owner expressed his concerns regarding the Board’s decision to no longer fund a hurricane reserve account. An owner expressed his opinion that federal law may allow permanent generators and another expressed his opinion about the possibility of self-insurance.

Adjournment: With no further business to come before the Board, Al DiSessa moved, and Sandy Blaesing seconded to adjourn the meeting. The motion carried, and the meeting adjourned at 12:04 PM.

Submitted for Linda Huber, Secretary

June 20, 2006