{"id":2495,"date":"2017-09-29T06:02:14","date_gmt":"2017-09-29T12:02:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/meadowhill.net\/?p=2495"},"modified":"2017-09-29T06:02:14","modified_gmt":"2017-09-29T12:02:14","slug":"board-minutes-september-2017","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/meadowhill.net\/?p=2495","title":{"rendered":"Board Minutes September 2017"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Meadow Hill<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Executive Board Meeting<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>September 19, 2017<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Executive Session<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Executive Session was convened at 12:27pm by President Ed Litke at the Clubhouse, 1st Fl. A quorum was present with the following in attendance: Directors: C. Abbott, N. Gordon, E. Litke, L. Weeks, C. Wanat \u00a0and APM\u2019s E. Schaefer. Absent L .Abbott<\/p>\n<p>The Executive Session was adjourned at 1:25pm<\/p>\n<p><strong>Open Session<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Open Session was convened at 1:32pm with the same present at the Clubhouse 2nd Fl.<\/p>\n<p><strong>President\u2019s Remarks<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>President Litke stated concerns with the length of the last meeting.\u00a0 Our goal is to complete the meeting by 3:00pm or 3:15pm at the latest.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Capital Projects and Work Orders<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Reviewed by E. Schaefer and Superintendent Darien Covert<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Pool will close October 2nd.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Committee Reports<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 R. Bouchard, Friends of the River: &#8211; completed work for the year. Concerned to have some brush hog work done.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 L. Weeks, Pool Committee \u2013 just at exploratory stage now.\u00a0 Might have work done in Spring, more likely next fall.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 N. Gordon, Landscape \u2013 New Committee has four members, could use another from near Main St. side of Meadow Hill.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 R. Kolwicz, Former Ad-Hoc Landscape \u2013 46 plants and trees planted from recent plan \u2013 Maintenance did great job, also planting seed and soil along Hollister Way South.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 R. Kolwicz. Ammenities \u2013 turning attention to Clubhouse kitchen next.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 J. Soule, LARK \u2013 has several delivery volunteers.\u00a0 Would like two from Stonybrook.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 L. Weeks, Board \u2013 considering replacing metal edge around garage doors with wood-like material. Darien has partially done garage #89, will complete. Owners can view. Board will consider at next meeting. Would save $, look better, less dents..<\/p>\n<p><strong>Owners\u2019 Forum<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 #223 P. Maloney \u2013 problem entering and leaving garage as frequently both adjoining garages,(#229, #276) have vehicles parked in front of garages.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 #197 D. Vollinger for owner \u2013 requests handrail near door on deck, lights on path, motion sensor light.<\/p>\n<p>o\u00a0\u00a0 Eric and Darien will review, recommend to Board.\u00a0 Likely email vote.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 #61 H. Rosenthal \u2013 Why is there no agenda item for Dog Park?<\/p>\n<p>o\u00a0\u00a0 Board not in favor, voted to remove from agenda.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 #77 Contractor for new owner \u2013 requests skylights, additional AC, permanent generator.<\/p>\n<p>o\u00a0\u00a0 Eric and Darien will review AC and generator locations, recommend to Board.<\/p>\n<p>o\u00a0\u00a0 Skylights with usual stipulations \u2013 L. Weeks moved, C. Abbott 2nd. Approved unanimously.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 #330 B. Spencer \u2013 Appreciates Board for excellent job of Highlight cutting the brush on the hill.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 #102 J. Goselin \u2013 In favor of Hollister House flag improvement. Center flag area needs improvement.<\/p>\n<p>o\u00a0\u00a0 Center flag area referred to Landscape.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 #168 M. Shea \u2013 Thanks for taking down tree and for grass seeding.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 #272 K. Collins \u2013 Can anyone use grills behind Clubhouse and stove in kitchen?<\/p>\n<p>o\u00a0\u00a0 Yes, yet not kitchen when Clubhouse rented.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 #112 S. O\u2019Leary \u2013 Parking issue in front of doors, any action yet?<\/p>\n<p>o\u00a0\u00a0 #102 J. Goselin \u2013 Some with no car in garage, park car in front of garage<\/p>\n<p>o\u00a0\u00a0 No Board member has proposed a rule change to consider. Owners could persuade member(s) to propose a rule etc.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Financials<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Reviewed by E. Schaefer<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Under budget.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Manager\u2019s Report<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>E. Schaefer reviewed correspondence and calendar<\/p>\n<p><strong>Old Business<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a0 129 &amp; #133 Request Meadow Hill to install a path between units<br \/>\nLoam and grass seeded.\u00a0 Owner now satisfied, request withdrawn.<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Kyack Rack<br \/>\nAlternative is neat placement of kaycaks.<br \/>\nRemove from consideration \u2013 C. Abbott moved, C. Wanat 2nd. Approved unanimously.<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Consider bridge railing<br \/>\nPermanently table \u2013 L. Weeks moved, E. Litke 2nd. Approved: E. Litke, L. Weeks, C. Wanat, N. Gordon Yes; C. Abbott No.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>New Business\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 #10 Request to install replacement sliding patio door<br \/>\nQuestion white screen color. Table \u2013 L. Weeks moved, C. Abbott 2nd. Approved unanimously.<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Proposal the BOD approves removal of Sumac shrubs at woodland edge by any member of BOD or their designee<br \/>\nChar of Friends of the River can approve removal of Sumac, trees, and \u00a0shrubs from the dump fence south to the end of Hollister Way North and west to the river &#8211; L. Weeks moved, E. Litke 2nd. Approved unanimously.<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Proposal the BOD approval removal of weeds &amp; vines the engulf trees &amp; shrubs at woodland edge.<br \/>\nPermanently table &#8211;\u00a0 L. Weeks moved, E. Litke 2nd. Approved unanimously.<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Grounds Committee Proposal \u2013 The Dump Fence<br \/>\nApprove 6\u2019 fence extinction and purchase of four maiden grass plants. Cost to be under $150 &#8211; L. Weeks moved, C. Abbott 2nd. Approved unanimously.<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Proposed revised Clubhouse Rule.<br \/>\nNotice and comment as revised &#8211; L. Weeks moved, E. Litke 2nd. Approved unanimously.<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Request to resinstall American flag at Hollister House front of building over front door<br \/>\nMaintenance will investigate alternatives<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 #312 Request for tree removal at right back corner of unit<br \/>\nMaintenance to remove &#8211; L. Weeks moved, E. Litke 2nd. Approved unanimously.<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 #175 Request to plant a creeping juniper at foot of path where rain washes dirt into driveway<br \/>\nWithdrawn by owner<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 #147 Request for heat tap eat rear gutter and removal of large tree at rear of unit<br \/>\nHeat tape owner responsibility<br \/>\nDarien will contact Watson tree for 2nd opinion on tree. E. Litke to get opinion of #153<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Adjournment:<\/strong><br \/>\nMoved. E. Litke, C. Abbott second 2nd. Approved unanimously. Meeting adjourned\u00a0 3:15pm.<br \/>\nLuther Weeks<br \/>\nSecretary<br \/>\nApproved by email vote 9\/17\/2017, unanimously.<br \/>\n<strong>Recent Votes and actions taken outside of Board Meetings:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Request for landscaping funds for $1592. from Dave Faxon and Bob Kolwicz for planting materials deferred from the 2016 budget &#8211; email vote. Approved unanimously. 8\/30\/2017<\/li>\n<li>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Reinstate Darien Covert as a signer on the Liberty petty cash account ending in 6521 &#8211; email vote. Approved unanimously. 9\/10\/20<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2495","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-boardminutes"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/meadowhill.net\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2495","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/meadowhill.net\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/meadowhill.net\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/meadowhill.net\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/meadowhill.net\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=2495"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/meadowhill.net\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2495\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2496,"href":"https:\/\/meadowhill.net\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2495\/revisions\/2496"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/meadowhill.net\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=2495"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/meadowhill.net\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=2495"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/meadowhill.net\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=2495"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}