ESMANN ISLAND OWNER’S ASSOCIATION
BOARD MEETING
6-09-2012
Board Members Present: Dave Wagner called the regular meeting to order at 10:45 a.m. with Mike Shaffer, Terry Lubbers, Jim McGuire, Ken Brandel, Don Niosi and Mary Eulberg in attendance, Dottie Reimer, secretary. Donna Gilkes, treasurer.
Members Present: Bob Gilkes, Bobby Preston
Election of Officers: Motion by Jim McGuire to elect Dave Wagner to another term as President and Terry Lubbers motioned to elect Mike Shaffer to another term as Vice President. Dave and Mike accepted, motion carried, all approved.
Minutes: Reviewed minutes from the May 19, 2012 meeting. Motion to approve minutes; 1st by McGuire; 2nd by Lubbers, motion approved.
Treasures Report: Reviewed treasurer’s report. Motion to approve treasurer’s report, 1st byShaffer; 2nd by Niosi, motion approved.
Bills: Current bills presented and reviewed. Motion to approve for payment, 1st by Niosi; 2nd by Shaffer, motion approved.
Building Permits: None at this time.
- Bob Gilkes came forward with a property which is in violation of the association’s setbacks. Work has been halted and discussion held. Motion made to send letter to homeowner giving them 30 days to correct violation, 1st by Niosi; 2nd by Lubbers. Motion carried, approved.
- Board agreed that any changes made to a structure from the original permit, must again be submitted for board approval.
Property Ownership Changes: Mirs to McKiney
Road Report:
- Ken Brandel has bid for road repairs and as discussed in the members meeting, will bill each homeowner their portion of repairs where damage was incurred due to construction.
Old Business:
- Dave passed out a letter he received from Alan Heavens regarding the Articles of Incorporation for Esmann Island which was sent to him for review. Discussion was held and board approved to get a second attorney for another opinion.
- Discussion held on the Esmann Island sign. Terry Lubbers will check with Terry Gaffney to see if he has a large boulder we could use for a sign and cost to etch out the wording. Don Niosi is also working with Suzie Apel on another sign design and cost.
- Railroad Crossing: Discussion held on what our next step should be in contacting someone to repair the railroad crossing at the entrance to the island. Dave is going to send a letter to the County regarding our concern.
- Notice to all pet owners: Please have all pets on a leash when outside and please pick up after your pets.
- Another reminder to please SLOW DOWN and keep our streets safe.
- Yard Waste can be taken to the old city dump, please do not dump on back road or any island property.
- An ad will be placed in the Guttenberg Press newspaper the next 2 weeks for anyone interested in leasing the 37 acres of farm land we have on the island.
New Business:
- Bobby Preston approached the board to talk about the continuing drainage problem on his property. He states he is still getting water in his building. He asked the board’s approval to put a drain on his property and tap into the main drain; this will help drain the water which sits on his property. He will incur all expenses and will be responsible for the completion of this project. Board approved.
- Dave passed out comment/concern form to all board members. If a property owner has a complaint or a concern, the board members are encouraged to have them fill out one of these forms and bring it to the next board meeting.
Next meeting is set for Saturday, July 21st at 8:30 a.m.
Meeting adjourned 11:40 a.m. Motion to adjourn 1st by Niosi; 2nd by Brandel. Motion approved.
Respectfully submitted by:
Dottie Reimer, Secretary
Esmann Island Owners’ Association
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