MINUTES OF THE
LEPOA BOARD OF DIRECTORS
July 14, 1997
Meeting was called to order by President Mike Eberly at 8:05 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Bob Ashworth, Tim Callahan, Mike Eberly, Leon Eisemann, Rod Kurowski, Carol Marsh, Don Stocker.
MINTUES of the June meeting were reviewed. Tim Callahan motioned to approve, Rod Kurowski seconded. Approved.
TREASURER’S report was given by Leon Eisemann. Bob Ashworth motioned to approve, Tim Callahan seconded. Approved.
BUILDING COMMITTEE - Leon Eisemann reported six applications for approval. Four single family dwellings, one modular, one deck addition.
Don Stocker distributed a disclaimer he had composed regarding setback requirements that are not the same as Cambridge Township’s. Don motioned to have this verbiage inserted in the updated By-Laws booklets. Tim Callahan seconded. Passed.
Leon Eisemann reported an Irish Mist owner who is building a shed right next to the water. Leon will contact the Township regarding the matter.
Mike Eberly reported that at least new dialogue is taking place between Walker and Nix regarding the inclusion of the paragraph into Irish Mist restrictions giving LEPOA enforcement authority. No Board action required at this time.
WATER QUALITY COMMITTEE – Don Stocker reported that a second treatment for aquatic weeds was applied today. He will speak to the company regarding the problem with algae. The broadcast of copper sulfate will do away with algae.
The banding of the geese was done, however, none were removed to a new location.
Don reported no results yet on the June 10 Zebra mussels testing.
A letter from the Drain Commission stated that a payment of $25. was due, plus a $100. Cash Bond (to be refunded after final inspection) in conjunction with our DEQ permit for shoreline stabilization at an LEPOA park. Tim Callahan motioned to comply with the request for payment. Leon Eisemann seconded. Passed.
PARKS COMMITTEE – Tim Callahan reported that he has attached two cinder blocks to each of the buoys at the island. He asked that in the chance that one of these buoys drifts away again anyone finding it contact the Parks committee via Kathy Z or the LEPOA office.
Carol Marsh was asked to send Bob Pineau a copy of the letter to Executive Green regarding their treatment of the wrong park lawn, repair of the mistake, and treatment to the correct park (for the purpose of getting a refund from them). Tim will contact another company to do the job.
Rod Kurowski reported that the No Parking signs have been ordered for the parks and should be available the first of August.
Tim thanked Rod for arranging for the removal of the entry bush on Kingsley and for the completion of the painting of the shelter house at Leprechaun Park.
Mike Eberly asked about the dock at Shamrock Park. Carol Marsh reported finding no breaks in it.
Terry Hanf said a No Parking/Turn Around Zone sign is needed at Leprechaun Park. Rod Kurowski will arrange for the sign to be made.
Rod suggested welding a permanent bracket on the dock at the launch to set it level with the new seawall.
Tim Callahan regretfully announced his resignation from the Parks Committee and the Board due to new employment and the necessity of moving out of the area. Board regretfully accepted his resignation and asked for a letter stating such. Board gave Tim their best wishes.
FISH & WILDLIFE COMMITTEE – Terry Hanf distributed literature describing artificial habitat for fish. He will gather more information to present to the Board.
FIVE YEAR PLAN
Rod Kurowski reported that shoreline stabilization of Parks E (Leprechaun) and G (Claddagh) has been completed. The remaining stones will be removed from Park G by Shoreline Improvement, Inc.
Rod said that Park B (Galway) needs a small amount of clean up after the installation of the drainage and that if it does not rain soon the seeding may not take.
Rod distributed a copy of original literature on the Loch Erin development which proved quite interesting.
Rod motioned to install shoreline stabilization in one more park this year. Tim Callahan seconded. Passed. The Board members will look at both Park I (Tipperary/seawall) and J (Shannon/riprap) and decide in the August meeting which park to stabilize.
LEGAL
Mike invited Grace Edwards to present her interests and concerns regarding Limerick 2. There was a lengthy discussion on the matter, and the Board thanked Grace for her attendance and input.
Mike asked Carol Marsh to FAX him a copy of the letter to Steve May.
Leon Eisemann motioned for Mike to sign the tax forms and Tim Callahan seconded. Passed.
Rod Kurowski announced that he had been elected to the Onsted Planning Commission. The Board offered congratulations.
OLD BUSINESS:
Mike Eberly stated a big "Thank You" to the Maxes and DuChateaus for all of their work on the July 4th Boat Parade. Carol Marsh was asked to send a letter of thanks to each, requesting any good pictures to be sent to Bob Ashworth for the Web page.
Don Stocker reported speaking to someone at the Township regarding absentee ballots for voting. The Township accepts absentee ballots up to the date of the vote.
NEW BUSINESS:
Terry Hanf said this is the worst year he has ever seen for grass clippings polluting the lake water. The Board asked for an announcement to be placed in the Newsletter regarding allowing clippings to fall into the lake.
Rod Kurowski motioned to adjourn. Tim Callahan seconded.
Meeting adjourned at 10:15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Carol Marsh
LEPOA Secretary