A Board Meeting was called to order at 9:05 am at the home of President Brown .
The Secretary’s minutes from the 6/29/08 General Meeting were read and accepted, as corrected.
Treasurer’s Report (John Kava):
Mr. Kava reviewed the budget, expenditures, and the current accounts of the beach.
Checking account: $ 63,890.51
CD: 5,391.60
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Total: $69,282.11
The McDonald house was finally sold. We will be getting approximately $7000 from the liens on the house.
A safety deposit box is now available to use for documents.
Compliments to Mr. Kava for putting together an excellent report.
The Treasurer’s Report was accepted.
Old Business:
George Dallas is waiting for the engineering report on Cedar Lane. The drain on Beach Court was cleared. Also noticed the seawall at the end of Beach Court is badly in need of repair.
CT Gas acknowledged that all patching done on the roads was temporary. Never did final repair work. They now want an easement document to proceed because they did not know roads were private.
Beach maintenance: One week was spent moving sand. A large amount went back out right first large storm. Waiting on engineering report for ideas on better fix. May want to remove groin. Discussion of removing/repairing groin.
Beach erosion: Sharon Bender looking into options. Beach maintenance seems to be favored by all engineering firms. She cautioned against removal of groins – other beaches that have done removed groins seem regretful.
Reminder: In order to drive on our streets, must be 16 and have a driver’s license. That includes golf carts.
Repairs to groin are in the works. Waiting on parts.
At the last General Meeting, we established a Building Commission Committee. If ready, they will give recommendation at next General Meeting.
Motion to give guard $100 honorarium passed.
President’s Report:
Breakfast suggested by Vy Kava and Dave Chozick. Will start next meeting.
Car damage: A lawn mower damaged a car on Beach Court. A basketball broke a car window.
Discussion of establishment of fund for road repairs. Board not in favor.
New Business:
Motion passed to have bills be due net 30 days, and then be assessed a penalty of 1% per month starting September 1. Past due members will be posted at General Meeting.
Nominating Committee (Dennis Hersh):
Next year’s Board is proposed to be:
George Dallas – President
First VP: John Abella
Second VP: Irv Bernstein
Secretary: Elin Katz
Treasurer: John Kava
3 yr. Members: Marc Madnick, Lorraine Cafero, Steve Powers
2 yr. Members: Richard Rosenblatt, Jerry Skolnick, Jackie Zwillinger
1 yr. Members: Joyce Bisberg, Mike Guinan, Diane Smalley
George Dallas met with Selectmen asking for advice on maintaining roads and correcting drainage, and possibly bidding on road service. They are evaluating working on our private roads. Town will hold a meeting on 8/27 to discuss.
Meeting adjourned at approximately 10:20 am.
Respectfully submitted,
Elin Swanson Katz
Secretary
Saturday, August 23, 2008
Friday, July 11, 2008
Minutes of 6/29/08 General Meeting
Minutes of the Stannard Beach Association General Meeting
6/29/08
President Brown called a General Meeting at the Joan Connell Community Center. The meeting was called order at approximately 9:04 am.
The minutes of the 8/26/07 General Meeting and 6/14/08 Board meeting were read and accepted.
President’s Report:
New members Jeff and Mary Jean Takahashi of 6 Stannard Drive were introduced.
There is currently no chair for the beach picnic. Anyone who is willing to chair should contact President Lou Brown.
Rules Committee will be Ralph Smalley, John Abella, and Marty Webber.
Proposed noise ordinance concerning amplified sound and light was raised. Discussion.
Motion passed to amend bylaws to include that the following be added to “declared acts of nuisance” (n) A homeowner’s use of bright light and amplified sounds may not affect the peace and tranquility of neighboring property owners.
Berkon email concerning parking on Stannard Drive was raised – parking on that street is only for residents and their guests.
Motion passed: Parking on Stannard Drive is only for residents of Stannard Drive. Guests must park in the lot or the residents’ driveway.
Dumping of grass clipping on ball field and other common areas – this is a problem and a violation of the Rules. President Brown asked anyone doing this to stop immediately.
Problem with the jetty bolt on the West End jetty will be fixed.
Jim Kiely has requested use of the Community Center from 12-5 pm on July 4.
Old Business:
Building Commission: Stannard Beach was incorporated in 1947. Authorization includes authority for the building commission.
Motion to establish building commission.
Discussion.
Amendment: Set up committee of Ralph Smalley, Sandy Seidman, and Vivian Kava to looking establishing a building commission.
Motion passed.
Work on Caslin property: Pres. Brown received notice that it will be completed in the next couple days.
Treasurer’s report (John Kava):
Checking account: $46,343
Reserve: $ 5,391
Total: $51,734
Bills for dues will be mailed in July. Mill rate is going up slightly.
Opening safety deposit box and PO Box for treasurer. There will also be a new email for the treasurer.
Budget was accepted.
Discussion as to whether we should establish a larger reserve designated to deal with upcoming major projects. Consensus is that we should not do so at this time.
Roads (George Dallas):
George proposes redoing Cedar Lane in the fall and reconditioning drain in front of Rothblatt house. Estimated to cost about $35,000.
Still trying to get town to contribute to costs.
Motion to allocate not to exceed $40,000 for road maintenance on Cedar Lane and drain on Cedar Lane, and for professional engineering services.
Discussion.
Motion passed 25-2.
Beach Erosion (Sharon Bender):
Reviewed history re erosion and engineering. Have contracted with Gary Sharpe and jetty on Beach Court. Study may recommend removal of groins. Discussion.
New business:
Discussion of parking on Stannard Drive.
Gravel will be put in parking lot in next few days – will need assistance spreading.
Unlawfully parked vehicles in parking lot. All individuals are requested to move them.
Les Nathan is looking into lightening rods. Anyone interested should contact him. Cost is around $2,000. He also has an old high tide chart. Suggests we look into something like this again.
Meeting adjourned at 10:25 am.
Respectfully submitted,
Elin Katz
Secretary
6/29/08
President Brown called a General Meeting at the Joan Connell Community Center. The meeting was called order at approximately 9:04 am.
The minutes of the 8/26/07 General Meeting and 6/14/08 Board meeting were read and accepted.
President’s Report:
New members Jeff and Mary Jean Takahashi of 6 Stannard Drive were introduced.
There is currently no chair for the beach picnic. Anyone who is willing to chair should contact President Lou Brown.
Rules Committee will be Ralph Smalley, John Abella, and Marty Webber.
Proposed noise ordinance concerning amplified sound and light was raised. Discussion.
Motion passed to amend bylaws to include that the following be added to “declared acts of nuisance” (n) A homeowner’s use of bright light and amplified sounds may not affect the peace and tranquility of neighboring property owners.
Berkon email concerning parking on Stannard Drive was raised – parking on that street is only for residents and their guests.
Motion passed: Parking on Stannard Drive is only for residents of Stannard Drive. Guests must park in the lot or the residents’ driveway.
Dumping of grass clipping on ball field and other common areas – this is a problem and a violation of the Rules. President Brown asked anyone doing this to stop immediately.
Problem with the jetty bolt on the West End jetty will be fixed.
Jim Kiely has requested use of the Community Center from 12-5 pm on July 4.
Old Business:
Building Commission: Stannard Beach was incorporated in 1947. Authorization includes authority for the building commission.
Motion to establish building commission.
Discussion.
Amendment: Set up committee of Ralph Smalley, Sandy Seidman, and Vivian Kava to looking establishing a building commission.
Motion passed.
Work on Caslin property: Pres. Brown received notice that it will be completed in the next couple days.
Treasurer’s report (John Kava):
Checking account: $46,343
Reserve: $ 5,391
Total: $51,734
Bills for dues will be mailed in July. Mill rate is going up slightly.
Opening safety deposit box and PO Box for treasurer. There will also be a new email for the treasurer.
Budget was accepted.
Discussion as to whether we should establish a larger reserve designated to deal with upcoming major projects. Consensus is that we should not do so at this time.
Roads (George Dallas):
George proposes redoing Cedar Lane in the fall and reconditioning drain in front of Rothblatt house. Estimated to cost about $35,000.
Still trying to get town to contribute to costs.
Motion to allocate not to exceed $40,000 for road maintenance on Cedar Lane and drain on Cedar Lane, and for professional engineering services.
Discussion.
Motion passed 25-2.
Beach Erosion (Sharon Bender):
Reviewed history re erosion and engineering. Have contracted with Gary Sharpe and jetty on Beach Court. Study may recommend removal of groins. Discussion.
New business:
Discussion of parking on Stannard Drive.
Gravel will be put in parking lot in next few days – will need assistance spreading.
Unlawfully parked vehicles in parking lot. All individuals are requested to move them.
Les Nathan is looking into lightening rods. Anyone interested should contact him. Cost is around $2,000. He also has an old high tide chart. Suggests we look into something like this again.
Meeting adjourned at 10:25 am.
Respectfully submitted,
Elin Katz
Secretary
Minutes of 6/14/08 Board Meeting
Minutes of the Stannard Beach Association Board
6/14/08
A Board Meeting was held on 6/14/08 at the home of President Brown. The meeting was called to order at 9:10 am.
The Secretary’s minutes from the 8/26/07 General Meeting were read and accepted.
Report on Beach Erosion:
Sharon Bender reported on beach erosion. Met with three different engineering firms over the winter: Rob Sonnichsen from Waldo and Associates, LLC, Guilford, CT; John Roberge from Roberge Associates Coastal Engineers, LLC, Stratford, CT; and
Gary Sharpe from Angus McDonald/Gary Sharpe and Associates, Old Saybrook, CT.
All looked at old study we had done. Three proposals were received: (1) move existing sand; (2) yearly maintenance contract; (3) studies to determine other options. Rights of way access was a big issue for all three firms.
Sharon recommended preventative maintenance. Gary Sharpe has a maintenance contract at Chalker Beach. Sharon will see how that is working. Lou Florio discussed issue with major beach erosion at east end of beach (the end farthest from Water’s Edge). Last did that in 1998. President Brown was contacted by DEP about these issues. DEP has determined that we are obligated to maintain sand level around groins or remove groins at that end of beach. Consensus that we should use Gary Sharpe, who has the most experience.
Motion passed to engage Gary Sharpe to proceed with actions to address beach erosion and past engineering study, with expenditures of up to $5000, in addition to $5000 already authorized.
Treasurer’s Report: John Kava
Checking account: $32,851.41
Reserve: $13,570.00
CD: $ 5,391.01
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Total: $51,813.01
Mill rate is 1.07
Report was accepted.
President’s Report:
a. There were four deaths over the winter: Tom Greenwood, Connie Colangelo, Bunny Stannard, and Bob Nathan.
b. Discussion of Common Area adjacent to Fishman property. Pres. Brown summarized what has transpired during his presidency. Atty. Glenn Terk read correspondence between his office and the Fishmans.
Discussion of issues, given that Fishmans have not signed an agreement acknowledging that they do not claim any rights of adverse possession in that Common Area.
Motion passed: Owners of Fishman property shall execute and return the agreement sent by the Board concerning the Fishman Common Area on or before September 1, 2008. Failure to do so will result in the Board assessing a penalty of $1000/month until said document is returned to the Board.
Old Business:
a. George Palmer reported that garbage pick-up is Monday and recycling is Wednesday.
b. Security guard starts on June 27. Same hours as last year.
c. Steve Mason reports that buoys will be in by July 4.
d. George Dallas reported on drainage issues. He proposes repaving, regarding of Cedar Lane, and maintaining drains. There was concern about the damage to the roads caused by the installation of gas lines.
Motion passed: Glenn Terk will contact Southern Gas and notify them that they have damaged the roads during installation of gas lines at Stannard Beach and need to repair roads immediately.
d. The Board is looking for a chair for the beach picnic.
f. Marty Webber is replacing Lorraine Cafero on the Rules Committee.
g. The Nominating Committee will be Dennis Hersh, Sandy Seidman, Robin Schwartz, Bill Wrang and George Palmer.
h. Myra Fishman will not sell Stannard Beach t-shirts any more. Vy Kava will sell existing t-shirts.
i. Building Commission is a good idea and should be raised at General Meeting.
j. The insurance company is concerned about lack of lifeguard on beach. Signs will be posted.
k. There were two break-ins reported over the winter.
l. Lynn Nathan requested repairs to the playground. $500 was authorized to address dangerous conditions.
m. A letter was read from the Berkons on Stannard Drive concerning parking on Stannard Drive. Will be raised at General Meeting.
n. Light/noise ordinance proposal will come up at General Meeting.
New Business:
a. Gravel is needed in the parking lot. Also, unlawful parking of boat trailer and camper.
b. Someone has been dumping grass clippings around the backstop on the ball field. George Palmer will have them removed, and also have a garbage can put over by the basketball hoop.
c. George Dallas agreed to scan in the Rules and Regulations, so they could be posted on the website.
Meeting adjourned at 11:30.
Respectfully submitted,
Elin Katz
Secretary
6/14/08
A Board Meeting was held on 6/14/08 at the home of President Brown. The meeting was called to order at 9:10 am.
The Secretary’s minutes from the 8/26/07 General Meeting were read and accepted.
Report on Beach Erosion:
Sharon Bender reported on beach erosion. Met with three different engineering firms over the winter: Rob Sonnichsen from Waldo and Associates, LLC, Guilford, CT; John Roberge from Roberge Associates Coastal Engineers, LLC, Stratford, CT; and
Gary Sharpe from Angus McDonald/Gary Sharpe and Associates, Old Saybrook, CT.
All looked at old study we had done. Three proposals were received: (1) move existing sand; (2) yearly maintenance contract; (3) studies to determine other options. Rights of way access was a big issue for all three firms.
Sharon recommended preventative maintenance. Gary Sharpe has a maintenance contract at Chalker Beach. Sharon will see how that is working. Lou Florio discussed issue with major beach erosion at east end of beach (the end farthest from Water’s Edge). Last did that in 1998. President Brown was contacted by DEP about these issues. DEP has determined that we are obligated to maintain sand level around groins or remove groins at that end of beach. Consensus that we should use Gary Sharpe, who has the most experience.
Motion passed to engage Gary Sharpe to proceed with actions to address beach erosion and past engineering study, with expenditures of up to $5000, in addition to $5000 already authorized.
Treasurer’s Report: John Kava
Checking account: $32,851.41
Reserve: $13,570.00
CD: $ 5,391.01
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Total: $51,813.01
Mill rate is 1.07
Report was accepted.
President’s Report:
a. There were four deaths over the winter: Tom Greenwood, Connie Colangelo, Bunny Stannard, and Bob Nathan.
b. Discussion of Common Area adjacent to Fishman property. Pres. Brown summarized what has transpired during his presidency. Atty. Glenn Terk read correspondence between his office and the Fishmans.
Discussion of issues, given that Fishmans have not signed an agreement acknowledging that they do not claim any rights of adverse possession in that Common Area.
Motion passed: Owners of Fishman property shall execute and return the agreement sent by the Board concerning the Fishman Common Area on or before September 1, 2008. Failure to do so will result in the Board assessing a penalty of $1000/month until said document is returned to the Board.
Old Business:
a. George Palmer reported that garbage pick-up is Monday and recycling is Wednesday.
b. Security guard starts on June 27. Same hours as last year.
c. Steve Mason reports that buoys will be in by July 4.
d. George Dallas reported on drainage issues. He proposes repaving, regarding of Cedar Lane, and maintaining drains. There was concern about the damage to the roads caused by the installation of gas lines.
Motion passed: Glenn Terk will contact Southern Gas and notify them that they have damaged the roads during installation of gas lines at Stannard Beach and need to repair roads immediately.
d. The Board is looking for a chair for the beach picnic.
f. Marty Webber is replacing Lorraine Cafero on the Rules Committee.
g. The Nominating Committee will be Dennis Hersh, Sandy Seidman, Robin Schwartz, Bill Wrang and George Palmer.
h. Myra Fishman will not sell Stannard Beach t-shirts any more. Vy Kava will sell existing t-shirts.
i. Building Commission is a good idea and should be raised at General Meeting.
j. The insurance company is concerned about lack of lifeguard on beach. Signs will be posted.
k. There were two break-ins reported over the winter.
l. Lynn Nathan requested repairs to the playground. $500 was authorized to address dangerous conditions.
m. A letter was read from the Berkons on Stannard Drive concerning parking on Stannard Drive. Will be raised at General Meeting.
n. Light/noise ordinance proposal will come up at General Meeting.
New Business:
a. Gravel is needed in the parking lot. Also, unlawful parking of boat trailer and camper.
b. Someone has been dumping grass clippings around the backstop on the ball field. George Palmer will have them removed, and also have a garbage can put over by the basketball hoop.
c. George Dallas agreed to scan in the Rules and Regulations, so they could be posted on the website.
Meeting adjourned at 11:30.
Respectfully submitted,
Elin Katz
Secretary
Saturday, September 1, 2007
Minutes of the Stannard Beach Association General Meeting
Minutes of the Stannard Beach Association General Meeting
8/26/2007
President Brown called a General Meeting at the Joan Connell Community Center. The meeting was called order at approximately 9:03 am on 8/26/07.
The minutes of the 7/1/07 General Meeting and 8/12/07 Board meeting were read. The following additions and corrections were made:
Re erosion of beaches: An issue exists as to how DEP should look at the beach. We would like them to look at the entire beach on Beach Court.
There is also an issue of improvements to the rights-of-way that is being considered.
The minutes as corrected were adopted.
President’s Report:
Barbara Mason has a list of email addresses. Looking for additions and corrections.
Secretary Elin Katz will send minutes to those who request them. Otherwise, minutes from all meeting are available on the website: http://www.stannardbeach.blogspot.com/.
Treasurer’s report:
Checking account: $30,263
Reserve: $ 5,292
Total: $35,555
President Brown thanked Debbie Katz for hosting a magnificent beach picnic. He asked that she chair it again. The Beach Association spent about $2500 on the picnic, which was well worth it. A plaque was dedicated to the memory of Anita Katz.
Guards have done a good job. Suggestion that we give bonus to main guard. Dennis Hersh will take care of this. Motion for $100 bonus. Motion passed.
President Brown thanked Steve Mason, George Palmer, and Barbara Mason for their help this year.
President Brown reported on 2 major issues that we are dealing with:
Beach erosion: Sharon Bender is working with DEP. Other phone calls are counterproductive. DEP came down, agreed that our beach is a buffer against effluent into the sound. Sharon thanked Irv Bernstein for his help. One possible solution to erosion problem is sand. Centerbrook Gravel estimated we need 600 yards of sand at $60/yard -- $36,000 without labor. At the moment, additional sand is the simplest solution. Also looking at groins.
Report from George Dallas on drainage and roadways:
Issue 1: Cedar Lane: water off Route 1 runs down road. Goes into drain by Petchler property. Looking into refurbishing drain.
Issue 2: Route 1 water flows into Stannard Court. Looking into possible second drain on Stannard Court.
Issue 3: Drain by Rothblatt house: elbow is broken. Also need permission to address drain into salt marsh.
New First Selectman Noel Bishop has been receptive to helping us. George is authorized to officially approach him on our behalf.
Report on t-shirt sales from Myra Fishman: She sells shirts for the Beach Association and has for six years. She does not make money on the t-shirts. She objects that other people (i.e., Debbie Katz) were selling t-shirts without permission from the Beach Association. Discussion of t-shirts.
Proposal to sell only t-shirts through Myra Fishman at picnic. Discussion.
Motion that nothing other than t-shirts with profit going to the Beach Association be sold at picnic.
Amendment: Only vendors approved by Beach Association with profits going to the Association may sell Stannard Beach merchandise.
Motion approved.
Diane Smalley and Myra Fishman agreed to chair picnic if Debbie Katz declines.
Protection of Common Areas (as opposed to rights-of way):
Common Areas (“CA”) can be taken by adverse possession. Lyman CA was addressed via agreement.
Re complaints about Fishman and Webber CAs, as of the last board meeting, neither party had signed agreement. Marty Webber has since agreed to sign agreement acknowledging that he will not claim rights of adverse possession in the CA.
Fishman agreement still has not been signed. This issue will go back to the Board for further action.
Board has proposed that everyone on a CA sign similar agreement. Our attorney has stated that it would entail a tremendous legal expense to get everyone on a CA to sign such an agreement. Issue will go back to the Board for further consideration.
Question was raised as to who repairs unauthorized improvements to the CA, such as sod?
Discussion of issues and how to prevent rights of adverse possession. Harvey Fishman agreed to sign same agreement as Marty Webber.
President Brown asked anyone with an issue on a CA to bring it to his attention.
Report of Nominating Committee:
President: Lou Brown
1st Vice-President: George Dallas
2nd Vice-President: John Abella
Treasurer: John Kava
Secretary: Elin Katz
3 year members: Jerry Skolnick, Richard Rosenblatt, Jackie Zwillinger
2 year members: Mike Guinan, Joyce Bisberg, Diane Smalley
1 year members: Myra Fishman, Irv Bernstein, Marty Webber
Motion to accept nominations passed.
Old Business
Previously tabled motion by Ralph Smalley re Building Committee
We exist as a borough; we can tax, pass laws.
Motion by Ralph Smalley for Building Committee (see blog for details).
Motion discussed.
Motion to table again – passed.
Dennis Hersh – presentation to John Reed in appreciation for service as treasurer.
President Brown thanked George Palmer, Elin Katz, and John Reed for their help.
Ralph Smalley objected to lack of consideration given to his motion.
New business:
Barbara Mason – complaint about noise/light from adjoining property. No ordinances on sound or light. Motion to amend bylaws to include that the following be added to “declared acts of nuisance” (n) A homeowner’s use of bright light and amplified sounds may not affect the peace and tranquility of neighboring property owners.
Discussion ensued. Motion passed. Will have to be raised again at next General Meeting.
Meeting adjourned at 10:32.
Additions to minutes:
The Rules Committee will be chaired by Lorraine Cafero, and with members John Abella and Ralph Smalley.
8/26/2007
President Brown called a General Meeting at the Joan Connell Community Center. The meeting was called order at approximately 9:03 am on 8/26/07.
The minutes of the 7/1/07 General Meeting and 8/12/07 Board meeting were read. The following additions and corrections were made:
Re erosion of beaches: An issue exists as to how DEP should look at the beach. We would like them to look at the entire beach on Beach Court.
There is also an issue of improvements to the rights-of-way that is being considered.
The minutes as corrected were adopted.
President’s Report:
Barbara Mason has a list of email addresses. Looking for additions and corrections.
Secretary Elin Katz will send minutes to those who request them. Otherwise, minutes from all meeting are available on the website: http://www.stannardbeach.blogspot.com/.
Treasurer’s report:
Checking account: $30,263
Reserve: $ 5,292
Total: $35,555
President Brown thanked Debbie Katz for hosting a magnificent beach picnic. He asked that she chair it again. The Beach Association spent about $2500 on the picnic, which was well worth it. A plaque was dedicated to the memory of Anita Katz.
Guards have done a good job. Suggestion that we give bonus to main guard. Dennis Hersh will take care of this. Motion for $100 bonus. Motion passed.
President Brown thanked Steve Mason, George Palmer, and Barbara Mason for their help this year.
President Brown reported on 2 major issues that we are dealing with:
Beach erosion: Sharon Bender is working with DEP. Other phone calls are counterproductive. DEP came down, agreed that our beach is a buffer against effluent into the sound. Sharon thanked Irv Bernstein for his help. One possible solution to erosion problem is sand. Centerbrook Gravel estimated we need 600 yards of sand at $60/yard -- $36,000 without labor. At the moment, additional sand is the simplest solution. Also looking at groins.
Report from George Dallas on drainage and roadways:
Issue 1: Cedar Lane: water off Route 1 runs down road. Goes into drain by Petchler property. Looking into refurbishing drain.
Issue 2: Route 1 water flows into Stannard Court. Looking into possible second drain on Stannard Court.
Issue 3: Drain by Rothblatt house: elbow is broken. Also need permission to address drain into salt marsh.
New First Selectman Noel Bishop has been receptive to helping us. George is authorized to officially approach him on our behalf.
Report on t-shirt sales from Myra Fishman: She sells shirts for the Beach Association and has for six years. She does not make money on the t-shirts. She objects that other people (i.e., Debbie Katz) were selling t-shirts without permission from the Beach Association. Discussion of t-shirts.
Proposal to sell only t-shirts through Myra Fishman at picnic. Discussion.
Motion that nothing other than t-shirts with profit going to the Beach Association be sold at picnic.
Amendment: Only vendors approved by Beach Association with profits going to the Association may sell Stannard Beach merchandise.
Motion approved.
Diane Smalley and Myra Fishman agreed to chair picnic if Debbie Katz declines.
Protection of Common Areas (as opposed to rights-of way):
Common Areas (“CA”) can be taken by adverse possession. Lyman CA was addressed via agreement.
Re complaints about Fishman and Webber CAs, as of the last board meeting, neither party had signed agreement. Marty Webber has since agreed to sign agreement acknowledging that he will not claim rights of adverse possession in the CA.
Fishman agreement still has not been signed. This issue will go back to the Board for further action.
Board has proposed that everyone on a CA sign similar agreement. Our attorney has stated that it would entail a tremendous legal expense to get everyone on a CA to sign such an agreement. Issue will go back to the Board for further consideration.
Question was raised as to who repairs unauthorized improvements to the CA, such as sod?
Discussion of issues and how to prevent rights of adverse possession. Harvey Fishman agreed to sign same agreement as Marty Webber.
President Brown asked anyone with an issue on a CA to bring it to his attention.
Report of Nominating Committee:
President: Lou Brown
1st Vice-President: George Dallas
2nd Vice-President: John Abella
Treasurer: John Kava
Secretary: Elin Katz
3 year members: Jerry Skolnick, Richard Rosenblatt, Jackie Zwillinger
2 year members: Mike Guinan, Joyce Bisberg, Diane Smalley
1 year members: Myra Fishman, Irv Bernstein, Marty Webber
Motion to accept nominations passed.
Old Business
Previously tabled motion by Ralph Smalley re Building Committee
We exist as a borough; we can tax, pass laws.
Motion by Ralph Smalley for Building Committee (see blog for details).
Motion discussed.
Motion to table again – passed.
Dennis Hersh – presentation to John Reed in appreciation for service as treasurer.
President Brown thanked George Palmer, Elin Katz, and John Reed for their help.
Ralph Smalley objected to lack of consideration given to his motion.
New business:
Barbara Mason – complaint about noise/light from adjoining property. No ordinances on sound or light. Motion to amend bylaws to include that the following be added to “declared acts of nuisance” (n) A homeowner’s use of bright light and amplified sounds may not affect the peace and tranquility of neighboring property owners.
Discussion ensued. Motion passed. Will have to be raised again at next General Meeting.
Meeting adjourned at 10:32.
Additions to minutes:
The Rules Committee will be chaired by Lorraine Cafero, and with members John Abella and Ralph Smalley.
Friday, August 24, 2007
Minutes of 8/12/07 Board Meeting
Minutes of the Stannard Beach Association Board
8/12/07
The meeting was called to order by President Brown at 9:05 am.
Budget report:
Checking account: $23,432
Reserve: $ 5,292
Total: $28,724
President’s Report:
- Guards: More visible this year. Few incidents of vandalism.
- Complaints about Beach Court parking have been resolved.
- Complaints about work on Lyman and Breen cottages seem to have resolved themselves. Reminder that no advertising signs are allowed.
- Annual picnic will be next Saturday.
- Thank you to Steve Mason for taking care of the buoys.
- Beach erosion report:
Sharon Bender is working with DEP. Request that others not contact them, so as to avoid cross-communication. DEP has been to beach and agreed that we have immediate need to address sea wall. Discussion of possible solutions and history of permits.
Sharon requested permission to pursue permit (renewal of old permit) to repair groin and refurbish beach.
Motion for $5000 to pursue permit. Motion passed.
- Flooding issues
George Dallas reported that Roto-Rooter attempted to clear drain by Second Avenue. Corner drain is destroyed. $9000 to repair drain.
Flooding on Stannard Court: Estimate to duplicate drain on Breen property is $22,000. Problem is Route 1 drainage onto street and also spring in area. One solution may be to replace drain by Petchler property.
George will continue to investigate options.
- Dennis Hersh: Report of Nominating Committee
- Letter from Robert Katz: Just for information, building fence on right-of-way to prevent people from driving on it.
- Fishman and Webber rights-of-way:
Two documents were prepared by Glenn Terk. Neither was signed.
Also questions about agreement between Brian Geremia and Marty Webber. Attorney Terk reported no real issue with that agreement.
Marty Webber said he is willing to acknowledge rights of beach, but only if all rights-of-way issues are treated the same.
Discussion of how to address rights-of-way.
Motion: Moved that board send a letter to the Beach Association members asking each member to acknowledge via signature that they will not claim right of adverse possession in the rights-of-way.
Amendment of motion: That everyone abutting a Beach Association right-of-way sign a letter acknowledging that they will not claim rights of adverse possession in any right-of-way. Motion to table denied.
Motion passed.
New business:
Motion for letter to Water’s Edge reminding them that Pearl property is residential and that they cannot use it for commercial purposes. Motion passed.
Meeting adjourned at 11:30 am.
8/12/07
The meeting was called to order by President Brown at 9:05 am.
Budget report:
Checking account: $23,432
Reserve: $ 5,292
Total: $28,724
President’s Report:
- Guards: More visible this year. Few incidents of vandalism.
- Complaints about Beach Court parking have been resolved.
- Complaints about work on Lyman and Breen cottages seem to have resolved themselves. Reminder that no advertising signs are allowed.
- Annual picnic will be next Saturday.
- Thank you to Steve Mason for taking care of the buoys.
- Beach erosion report:
Sharon Bender is working with DEP. Request that others not contact them, so as to avoid cross-communication. DEP has been to beach and agreed that we have immediate need to address sea wall. Discussion of possible solutions and history of permits.
Sharon requested permission to pursue permit (renewal of old permit) to repair groin and refurbish beach.
Motion for $5000 to pursue permit. Motion passed.
- Flooding issues
George Dallas reported that Roto-Rooter attempted to clear drain by Second Avenue. Corner drain is destroyed. $9000 to repair drain.
Flooding on Stannard Court: Estimate to duplicate drain on Breen property is $22,000. Problem is Route 1 drainage onto street and also spring in area. One solution may be to replace drain by Petchler property.
George will continue to investigate options.
- Dennis Hersh: Report of Nominating Committee
- Letter from Robert Katz: Just for information, building fence on right-of-way to prevent people from driving on it.
- Fishman and Webber rights-of-way:
Two documents were prepared by Glenn Terk. Neither was signed.
Also questions about agreement between Brian Geremia and Marty Webber. Attorney Terk reported no real issue with that agreement.
Marty Webber said he is willing to acknowledge rights of beach, but only if all rights-of-way issues are treated the same.
Discussion of how to address rights-of-way.
Motion: Moved that board send a letter to the Beach Association members asking each member to acknowledge via signature that they will not claim right of adverse possession in the rights-of-way.
Amendment of motion: That everyone abutting a Beach Association right-of-way sign a letter acknowledging that they will not claim rights of adverse possession in any right-of-way. Motion to table denied.
Motion passed.
New business:
Motion for letter to Water’s Edge reminding them that Pearl property is residential and that they cannot use it for commercial purposes. Motion passed.
Meeting adjourned at 11:30 am.
Wednesday, July 25, 2007
Minutes of July 1, 2007 General Meeting
Minutes of the Stannard Beach Association General Meeting
7/1/2007
President Brown called a General Meeting at the Joan Connell Community Center. The meeting was called order at approximately 9:10 am on 7/1/07.
A Moment of Silence was observed in memory of the passing of Newton Brenner, George Dembar, and Sel Berson.
President Brown welcomed new members Pat and Keith Charles, at 56 Ripley Hill Road.
The minutes of previous General Meeting on 8/27/07 were read and accepted. President Brown announced that Elin Katz had set up a blog site at www.stannardbeach.blogspot.com. He moved that from now on, minutes would be posted on the blogsite, and we could dispense with the reading of the minutes. The motion was approved.
President’s Report:
1. Security guards were hired from 6/27 to 9/3 with the following schedule:
Wed/Thurs 7 pm- 11pm
Fri 6 pm – 10 pm
Saturday 12 pm – 8 pm
Sunday 10 am – 6 pm
July 3rd` 7 pm – 10 pm
Labor Day 2 pm – 10 pm
2. Parking issue last year with Water’s Edge fireworks: There will be bicycle patrols and guards posed at beach entrances this year. After 5 pm all drivers entering the breach will need to security guard. Guests will need name of resident they are visiting.
3. Debbie Katz will chair the beach picnic – date TBD.
4. Underground tanks have been a major problem. Pres. Brown has contact name of someone who can help.
5. Issue with Foxwood Apts. using beach playground and basketball court. Security guards will help address.
6. Nominating Committee is made up of Sandy Seidman, George Palmer, Dennis Hersh, Bill Wrang, Lew Case, John Reed, and Robin Schwartz.
7. COB – no phase in of re-evaluation
8. George Palmer issues:
- A tree will be removed along Avenue C
- The trees along the tennis court will be cut back at a cost of $825
- There was a delay in beach cleanup – should be done next week (logs removed)
- The basketball court was resurfaced. $6,695. A plaque to Anita Katz will be dedicated at August picnic.
- The pavilion was repaired
- Garage pick-up is Mondays until September, then changed back to Thursdays. Recycling pick-up is Wednesday year-round.
9. Steve Mason will put in the buoys as usual.
Old Business.
1. Flooding and Roadways Committee comprised of George Dallas and Sandy Seidman. George is looking into solutions for the Cedar Lane/Stannard Court corner. There is the possibility of collecting water to drain into salt marsh.
2. Ralph Smalley spoke on behalf of the Design Committee. He has a proposal to deal with conflicts and controversies that will occur because of building issues (attached). He will put the proposal on the blog. Tabled issue for further discussion.
New Business:
1. Budget was reviewed and all attendees given a copy.
2. Next meeting is scheduled for Sunday morning before Labor Day, 9 am.
Respectfully submitted,
Elin Swanson Katz
Secretary
PROPOSAL:
BE IT RESOLVED THAT:
a) A building commissioner be appointed by the President of the Board;
b) that a civil engineering firm be indentified as a consultant to the community to serve on an as-needed basis for the purpose of reviewing application received by the building commissioner;
c) that the President or his designee is authorized to meet with the appropriate officials of the Town of Westbrook to establish an agreement whereby the Town will review diligently all site plans and grading plans for proposed projects in Stannard Beach and will forward such plans to the Board of Stannard Beach for review and approval prior to the Town prior to its granting its own approval;
d) that the President or his designee upon meeting with the appropriate officials from the Town of Westbrook, shall be satisfied that the ordinances and administration procedure of the Town are adequate to meet the concerns of Stannard Beach, and if upon such review, considers the Town’s ordinances or procedure insufficient, shall so report to the Board for its further consideration.
Moved by Ralph Smalley
Seconded by Harvey Fishman
AMENDED
Reference to “building commissioner” be replaced by a “building commission.”
Moved by Linda Pinn
Amendment accepted.
After discussion, the motion and amendment were tabled until the next general meeting.
7/1/2007
President Brown called a General Meeting at the Joan Connell Community Center. The meeting was called order at approximately 9:10 am on 7/1/07.
A Moment of Silence was observed in memory of the passing of Newton Brenner, George Dembar, and Sel Berson.
President Brown welcomed new members Pat and Keith Charles, at 56 Ripley Hill Road.
The minutes of previous General Meeting on 8/27/07 were read and accepted. President Brown announced that Elin Katz had set up a blog site at www.stannardbeach.blogspot.com. He moved that from now on, minutes would be posted on the blogsite, and we could dispense with the reading of the minutes. The motion was approved.
President’s Report:
1. Security guards were hired from 6/27 to 9/3 with the following schedule:
Wed/Thurs 7 pm- 11pm
Fri 6 pm – 10 pm
Saturday 12 pm – 8 pm
Sunday 10 am – 6 pm
July 3rd` 7 pm – 10 pm
Labor Day 2 pm – 10 pm
2. Parking issue last year with Water’s Edge fireworks: There will be bicycle patrols and guards posed at beach entrances this year. After 5 pm all drivers entering the breach will need to security guard. Guests will need name of resident they are visiting.
3. Debbie Katz will chair the beach picnic – date TBD.
4. Underground tanks have been a major problem. Pres. Brown has contact name of someone who can help.
5. Issue with Foxwood Apts. using beach playground and basketball court. Security guards will help address.
6. Nominating Committee is made up of Sandy Seidman, George Palmer, Dennis Hersh, Bill Wrang, Lew Case, John Reed, and Robin Schwartz.
7. COB – no phase in of re-evaluation
8. George Palmer issues:
- A tree will be removed along Avenue C
- The trees along the tennis court will be cut back at a cost of $825
- There was a delay in beach cleanup – should be done next week (logs removed)
- The basketball court was resurfaced. $6,695. A plaque to Anita Katz will be dedicated at August picnic.
- The pavilion was repaired
- Garage pick-up is Mondays until September, then changed back to Thursdays. Recycling pick-up is Wednesday year-round.
9. Steve Mason will put in the buoys as usual.
Old Business.
1. Flooding and Roadways Committee comprised of George Dallas and Sandy Seidman. George is looking into solutions for the Cedar Lane/Stannard Court corner. There is the possibility of collecting water to drain into salt marsh.
2. Ralph Smalley spoke on behalf of the Design Committee. He has a proposal to deal with conflicts and controversies that will occur because of building issues (attached). He will put the proposal on the blog. Tabled issue for further discussion.
New Business:
1. Budget was reviewed and all attendees given a copy.
2. Next meeting is scheduled for Sunday morning before Labor Day, 9 am.
Respectfully submitted,
Elin Swanson Katz
Secretary
PROPOSAL:
BE IT RESOLVED THAT:
a) A building commissioner be appointed by the President of the Board;
b) that a civil engineering firm be indentified as a consultant to the community to serve on an as-needed basis for the purpose of reviewing application received by the building commissioner;
c) that the President or his designee is authorized to meet with the appropriate officials of the Town of Westbrook to establish an agreement whereby the Town will review diligently all site plans and grading plans for proposed projects in Stannard Beach and will forward such plans to the Board of Stannard Beach for review and approval prior to the Town prior to its granting its own approval;
d) that the President or his designee upon meeting with the appropriate officials from the Town of Westbrook, shall be satisfied that the ordinances and administration procedure of the Town are adequate to meet the concerns of Stannard Beach, and if upon such review, considers the Town’s ordinances or procedure insufficient, shall so report to the Board for its further consideration.
Moved by Ralph Smalley
Seconded by Harvey Fishman
AMENDED
Reference to “building commissioner” be replaced by a “building commission.”
Moved by Linda Pinn
Amendment accepted.
After discussion, the motion and amendment were tabled until the next general meeting.
Friday, June 1, 2007
Minutes from May 20, 2007 Board Meeting
Board Meeting
A board meeting was called to order at the home of Lou Brown at 8:30 am on May 20, 2007.
1. Treasurer’s Report: John Reed
Checking account $30,766
Reserve fund/CB 5,292
_______
$36,068
Reserve for maintenance: $2,500.
Total available for 2008: $33,568
Last year ended with a $4,000 deficit
A new budget will be posted prior to the regular meeting on 7/1/07.
The present mill rate is 1.4%.
The report was accepted.
2. President’s Report
a. There were three deaths: Newton Brenner, George Dembar, and Sel Berson.
b. There remains an existing lien of $3800 on the property built by Paula McDonald.
c. The basketball court has been paved and will be dedicated at the August picnic.
d. In response to a complaint Pres. Brown received, a letter was sent to the owner of Foxwood Apartments requesting its tenants not use our beach or playground facilities.
e. No breakins were reported though several mailboxes were knocked down.
f. Becky Webber and Raimi Slater have volunteered to help with the August picnic -- a project leader is needed.
g. The Nominating Committee for this year is: Sandy Seidman, Chair; George Palmer; Dennis Hersh; Bill Wrang; Robin Schwartz.
h. The Council of Beaches will push for a property reevaluation phase-in, but this is unlikely to succeed.
i. An underground tank has leaked at 19 Beach Court, causing a costly and prolonged cleanup. Anyone with an underground tank should be careful to avoid the problem.
j. Paul Schlien has requested use of the pavilion for a private party on 6/30/07. He was informed that it must be ready for the General Meeting at 9 am on 7/1/07.
k. Ron Lyman has restored the major portion of the right of way to the west of his construction by the May 1, 2007 deadline. He will be held to compliance with the building rules during the season as outlined on our ordinances.
3. Old Business
a. Sandy Seidman has confirmed our security guard contract. Hours will be 6 pm – 10 pm on Wednesday and Friday; Saturday 10 am – 6 pm; Sunday 12 pm – 8 pm.
b. George Dallas discussed the drainage problems and explained several possible solutions. These will be coordinated with future repaving of our roads. George Dalls and Sandy Seidman will co-chair a “Road-Flooding” committee and give a preliminary report at the General Meeting.
Water was noted to be collecting in the parking lot at the north end of Cedar Lane. A short term solution is the application stones to enhance drainage. The board appropriated $2,500 for this.
c. Design Committee – Ralph Smalley: no report.
d. George Palmer report:
1. Garbage pickup will be Monday starting June 1 – collectibles will be picked up on Thursday.
2. Repairs as needed have been done to the pavilion.
3. Dead trees have been removed on Avenue C – the stumps will be done once in early June – other cleanup will be at the expense of individual residents.
e. Council of Beaches – no report
4. New Business
a. One new resident: Keith and Pat Charles
b. A request was made to assume that the Beach Association insure its ownership of the right of way between 77 and 87 Second Avenue similar to the one executed between 65 and 75 Second Avenue. The board felt this was appropriate. Attorney Glenn Turk will be asked to effect this.
c. There was a general discussion of drainage in front of beach front cottages which will fall under the province of the Roads – Flooding Committee.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:35 pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Elin Swanson Katz,
Secretary
(Merle Katz reporting).
A board meeting was called to order at the home of Lou Brown at 8:30 am on May 20, 2007.
1. Treasurer’s Report: John Reed
Checking account $30,766
Reserve fund/CB 5,292
_______
$36,068
Reserve for maintenance: $2,500.
Total available for 2008: $33,568
Last year ended with a $4,000 deficit
A new budget will be posted prior to the regular meeting on 7/1/07.
The present mill rate is 1.4%.
The report was accepted.
2. President’s Report
a. There were three deaths: Newton Brenner, George Dembar, and Sel Berson.
b. There remains an existing lien of $3800 on the property built by Paula McDonald.
c. The basketball court has been paved and will be dedicated at the August picnic.
d. In response to a complaint Pres. Brown received, a letter was sent to the owner of Foxwood Apartments requesting its tenants not use our beach or playground facilities.
e. No breakins were reported though several mailboxes were knocked down.
f. Becky Webber and Raimi Slater have volunteered to help with the August picnic -- a project leader is needed.
g. The Nominating Committee for this year is: Sandy Seidman, Chair; George Palmer; Dennis Hersh; Bill Wrang; Robin Schwartz.
h. The Council of Beaches will push for a property reevaluation phase-in, but this is unlikely to succeed.
i. An underground tank has leaked at 19 Beach Court, causing a costly and prolonged cleanup. Anyone with an underground tank should be careful to avoid the problem.
j. Paul Schlien has requested use of the pavilion for a private party on 6/30/07. He was informed that it must be ready for the General Meeting at 9 am on 7/1/07.
k. Ron Lyman has restored the major portion of the right of way to the west of his construction by the May 1, 2007 deadline. He will be held to compliance with the building rules during the season as outlined on our ordinances.
3. Old Business
a. Sandy Seidman has confirmed our security guard contract. Hours will be 6 pm – 10 pm on Wednesday and Friday; Saturday 10 am – 6 pm; Sunday 12 pm – 8 pm.
b. George Dallas discussed the drainage problems and explained several possible solutions. These will be coordinated with future repaving of our roads. George Dalls and Sandy Seidman will co-chair a “Road-Flooding” committee and give a preliminary report at the General Meeting.
Water was noted to be collecting in the parking lot at the north end of Cedar Lane. A short term solution is the application stones to enhance drainage. The board appropriated $2,500 for this.
c. Design Committee – Ralph Smalley: no report.
d. George Palmer report:
1. Garbage pickup will be Monday starting June 1 – collectibles will be picked up on Thursday.
2. Repairs as needed have been done to the pavilion.
3. Dead trees have been removed on Avenue C – the stumps will be done once in early June – other cleanup will be at the expense of individual residents.
e. Council of Beaches – no report
4. New Business
a. One new resident: Keith and Pat Charles
b. A request was made to assume that the Beach Association insure its ownership of the right of way between 77 and 87 Second Avenue similar to the one executed between 65 and 75 Second Avenue. The board felt this was appropriate. Attorney Glenn Turk will be asked to effect this.
c. There was a general discussion of drainage in front of beach front cottages which will fall under the province of the Roads – Flooding Committee.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:35 pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Elin Swanson Katz,
Secretary
(Merle Katz reporting).
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