Stannard Beach Association
Mintues of the General meeting 7/5/09
The meeting was called to order at 9:09AM by the President, George Dallas
A moment of Silence was observed in memory of Phyllis Nathans passing
Thanks were given to Vy Kava for all hard work in making the social portion of the meeting a lovely event.
OLD BUSINESS
The minutes from the previous General meeting were read by Marie Garabedian and accepted by Jeff Morris and seconded by John Petchler.
Steve Mason passed around the data base with the names addresses and phone numbers. He asked that everyone review and update the list.
George Dallas gave a report on all the work that has been done over the past year. Great progress was made with the drainage. He stated how a grown over drain was discovered at the top of the Association property, on the corner of Rte 1 and Cedar Lane. This drain handles water flow from Rte. 1 and catches it as it travels toward Cedar Lane. This Drain was cleared and a swale created to handle the water flow. Swales also created through the association lot into the salt marsh area. On Cedar Lane 2 drains were installed adjacent to the play ground, with 10,000 gallon holding and leaching tanks. This work has eliminated approximately 75% of the water problem. George also reported on the funding of stairs at the rights of way. Two sets of stairs have been funded, 1 at the Rottblatt-Madnick right of way and 1 at the former Robear-Powers right of way, every right of way now has a set of stairs. Jetty repairs are planned for jetty #1, the sand was moved on the DEP’s request. The rusted chicken wire on the ceiling of the pavilion was also removed and replaced with new chicken wire to keep the birds from nesting.
TREASURERS REPORT
John Kava reported that the Association had collected $66,000.00, paid out $61,000.00 and set the new budget at $63,500.00. That will reflect a 4.6% increase in the association fees. There was some discussion on the budget regarding future jetty repairs being funded as well as questions on what was the ground maintenance line. Monies are budgeted for future jetty repairs and grounds for routine mowing and landscaping. George Dallas asked for a motion to approve the budget, George Palmer made the motion to approve the budget and it was seconded by Sharon Bender.
NEW BUSINESS
George Dallas Welcomed our new Stannard Beach Residents. They are as follows:
Mike & Debbie Grenan, 6 Stannard Dr., Mark & Susan Miller, 15 Stannard Dr., Jason & Karen Garner, on Beach court (in the new house on the former Robear property) and the Budnick’s on Boston Post Rd.
George Dallas made a plea to all to obey our traffic signs and speed limits, Les Nathan reiterate how people do not slow down on Second Ave. We need to research signage to post for Speed limits. Also brought up were the Speed bumps to slow the traffic; however that had mixed thoughts and responses of those on favor and those not in favor of speed bumps. There will be more discussion at the next meeting regarding the speed bumps.
Other new business discussed as a concern, was the use of golf carts by unlicensed drivers. It was stated that drivers of golf carts do not need to be licensed, but do need to be 16 years of age. Harvey Robbin said it was amended to include licensed drivers in our Bylaws.
Also discussed under new business was parking. George Dallas reminded everyone that the no parking areas on Second Ave and Cedar Lane should also include that there is no parking on any streets where it would impede the traffic especially should an emergency vehicle would need to pass. Please tell our security if and when you see a car parking in a means that blocks the flow of traffic or does not allow access should emergency vehicles is needed.
A change in the Bylaws was presented by Carmela Dallas, Carmela read from the present bylaws requiring notification to our members, she requested that we add the word e-mail to that bylaws, should someone not have e-mail please let the secretary know to continue to mail their notices. This will save a lot of time as well as money as postage is now $.44. Sharon Bender had a question to define “Special Meetings” and that was clarified as to an item needing immediate attention. A motion by Carmela Dallas was made to rewrite the bylaws by only adding the word e-mail; it was seconded by Jeff Morris. The motion passed.
Security Guards have been rehired. There was no guard seen on Saturday 7/4/09, or thus far Sunday 7/5/09. The schedule will be as follows: Wednesday evenings 6:00pm – 10:00pm, Friday evenings 6:00pm – 10:00pm, Saturday 10:00AM – 8PM and on Sunday’s 8:00AM – 6PM. The Security Guards should be very visible in the neighborhood at these times; any concerns please call the President, George Dallas.
CAPITAL PROJECTS
Repair of Jetty #1, hopefully fixing Jetty # 1 will aid in the sand erosion concern
OTHER BUSINESS
There will be an Art Exhibit at the Old Lyme Library featuring the works of our neighbor Lee Skolnik, Please attend to help support the library and her great cause. (Thursday 7/16/09 from 5PM to 7PM) Flyers will be posted around the neighborhood.
Steve Mason will be hosting “the Mason Regatta” Sunday 8/2/09 at 11AM, all are welcome.
Dave Chozick wanted to Thank George Dallas for the fine job he has been doing, especially spear heading all the water and drainage issues. He also thanked the entire board for their hard work and especially to John Kava for handling the treasurer’s position.
Elin Katz noted that the successful movie night will be back this year, she and Robin Katz are working on the dates and there should be 2 to 3 movie nights.
Carmela Dallas and Keith Garabedian reminded people about their responsibility of cleaning up after their dogs.
Steve Mason and Harvey Robbin stated that the Speed Buoys have been place out in the water.
Ms. Sidele also mentioned that the sound levels need to be brought down a bit in the evenings as the sound travels easily via the water and could be an annoyance to some.
The meeting was adorned at 9:45AM
Minutes respectfully submitted by:
Marie Gallo-Garabedian (Garabedian@comcast.net)
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Minutes of August 26, 2008 meeting
Minutes of the Stannard Beach Association General Meeting 08/26/2008
President Brown called a General Meeting at the Joan Connell Community Center. The meeting was called to order at approximately 9:04am.
Thanks go to Vy Kava and Dave Chozick for masterminding the breakfast. Please take leftover food home.
Minutes from the last General Meeting were read and accepted.
Treasurer’s Report (John Kava)
Town is changing flood zone maps.
Town meeting on 8/27/08 – Town wants input from residents on how to proceed.
Mr. Kava reviewed the budget, expenditures, and the current accounts of the beach.
Checking/Savings:Liberty Bank $68,997.87Liberty CD $ 5,391.60 ========
Total $74,389.47
Treasurer’s Report was read and accepted.
President’s Report:
It is established policy that beach clean-up is done once a year at the beginning of the season. After that time, beach front owners must pay for their own clean-up.
April – playscape was to be repaired. Contractors never completed work. Please let next President know that the work needs to be finished.
Recommend to incoming President that Sharon Bender be included on Board meetings because of work on beach erosion.
Security guard has done tremendous job.
Maintenance of tennis courts (George Palmer) – we will be doing minor repairs.
Update on Directory.
Proposed Building Commission: Ralph Smalley would like to avoid ill will about changes completed to homes over the winter. Discussion of proposed building commission. Motion to amend fines for proposed Commission to $250/day.
Motion to establish Building Commission passes.
President Brown thanked various Board members for their help: George Dallas, Steve and Barbara Mason, Elin Katz, John and Vy Kava, and Sharon Bender.
Nominating Committee proposed the following nominees for new Board:
President: George Dallas1st VP: John Abella2nd VP: Irving BernsteinSecretary: Elin KatzTreasurer: John Kava
3 Year Members:
Marc Madnick, Marty Webber, Steve Powers
2 Year Members:
Richard Rosenblatt, Jerry Skolnick, Jackie Zwillinger
1Year Members:
Joyce Bisberg, Michael Guinan, Diane Smalley
Past Presidents:
Lou Brown, Lou Case, Dennis Hersh, Merle Katzman, Steve Mason, Jeff Morris, George Palmer, Harvey Robbin, Sandy Seidman
Rules: John Abella, Ralph Smalley, Marty Webber
Sharon Bender is proposed to receive notices of Board meetings.
Nominating Committee’s proposed nominees were accepted.
New Business:
George Dallas, new President, awarded lou Brown for his service.
President Dallas thanked Katz, Webber, and Madnick families for Movie Night.
Discussed proposal to separate roads and drainage work, since poor condition of roads keeps drivers slow.
Concern was raised about dog at end of beach killing rabbits.
Motion to amend bylaws regarding residents allowing hunting by domestic animals. Motion to table issue passes, to be addressed by the Board.
No access to West End right-of-way because there are no stairs. Board previously approved set of removable stairs. Marc Madnick agreed to remove at end of season.
Myra Fishman proposed Stannard Beach cookbook. Let her know if you are interested.
Mary Rosenblatt proposed a Mystery Readers lending library. Interested persons should contact her.
Notice that school bus will be coming through this fall.
Proposal that we get a microphone for the meetings.
Discussion of what will happen at 08/27/08 Town Meeting.
Meeting adjourned at 10:15am.
Respectfully submitted,
Elin KatzSecretary
President Brown called a General Meeting at the Joan Connell Community Center. The meeting was called to order at approximately 9:04am.
Thanks go to Vy Kava and Dave Chozick for masterminding the breakfast. Please take leftover food home.
Minutes from the last General Meeting were read and accepted.
Treasurer’s Report (John Kava)
Town is changing flood zone maps.
Town meeting on 8/27/08 – Town wants input from residents on how to proceed.
Mr. Kava reviewed the budget, expenditures, and the current accounts of the beach.
Checking/Savings:Liberty Bank $68,997.87Liberty CD $ 5,391.60 ========
Total $74,389.47
Treasurer’s Report was read and accepted.
President’s Report:
It is established policy that beach clean-up is done once a year at the beginning of the season. After that time, beach front owners must pay for their own clean-up.
April – playscape was to be repaired. Contractors never completed work. Please let next President know that the work needs to be finished.
Recommend to incoming President that Sharon Bender be included on Board meetings because of work on beach erosion.
Security guard has done tremendous job.
Maintenance of tennis courts (George Palmer) – we will be doing minor repairs.
Update on Directory.
Proposed Building Commission: Ralph Smalley would like to avoid ill will about changes completed to homes over the winter. Discussion of proposed building commission. Motion to amend fines for proposed Commission to $250/day.
Motion to establish Building Commission passes.
President Brown thanked various Board members for their help: George Dallas, Steve and Barbara Mason, Elin Katz, John and Vy Kava, and Sharon Bender.
Nominating Committee proposed the following nominees for new Board:
President: George Dallas1st VP: John Abella2nd VP: Irving BernsteinSecretary: Elin KatzTreasurer: John Kava
3 Year Members:
Marc Madnick, Marty Webber, Steve Powers
2 Year Members:
Richard Rosenblatt, Jerry Skolnick, Jackie Zwillinger
1Year Members:
Joyce Bisberg, Michael Guinan, Diane Smalley
Past Presidents:
Lou Brown, Lou Case, Dennis Hersh, Merle Katzman, Steve Mason, Jeff Morris, George Palmer, Harvey Robbin, Sandy Seidman
Rules: John Abella, Ralph Smalley, Marty Webber
Sharon Bender is proposed to receive notices of Board meetings.
Nominating Committee’s proposed nominees were accepted.
New Business:
George Dallas, new President, awarded lou Brown for his service.
President Dallas thanked Katz, Webber, and Madnick families for Movie Night.
Discussed proposal to separate roads and drainage work, since poor condition of roads keeps drivers slow.
Concern was raised about dog at end of beach killing rabbits.
Motion to amend bylaws regarding residents allowing hunting by domestic animals. Motion to table issue passes, to be addressed by the Board.
No access to West End right-of-way because there are no stairs. Board previously approved set of removable stairs. Marc Madnick agreed to remove at end of season.
Myra Fishman proposed Stannard Beach cookbook. Let her know if you are interested.
Mary Rosenblatt proposed a Mystery Readers lending library. Interested persons should contact her.
Notice that school bus will be coming through this fall.
Proposal that we get a microphone for the meetings.
Discussion of what will happen at 08/27/08 Town Meeting.
Meeting adjourned at 10:15am.
Respectfully submitted,
Elin KatzSecretary
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