Updates

As many of you probably already know from following the Esmann Facebook page or from friends, the Island Road was closed this morning by Clayton County EMS. The river level is still forecast to crest at 19.4 ft on Thursday!
Here is a video from KWWL news this evening:
https://kwwl.com/news/2019/04/02/people-evacuate-abel-and-essman-island-because-of-flooding/

ESMANN MEMBERS ALERT!!
Board President Terry Denner spoke to Clayton County EMS. They expect to CLOSE dike road with access to islands this Wednesday! As of now, power is not to be shut off. Alliant has said before they would not shut power off; it is supposed to be on a home by home basis with a 24 hr notice. However, IF power goes off on the island and Alliant can’t get there then all bets off. Please be careful.

Hi everyone. We have been getting messages from concerned island members about the road to the island.
Historically, 19 feet is the level that will cover the dike road onto the island. That is a county road and the county make the call on the closure. We do not. To our knowledge no one will receive a call.when the road will be closing. Today’s forecast is showing 19 ft for this coming Thursday April 4th. Please take this under advisement, especially if you are on the riverfront or live year round on the island. The forecast is changing rapidly so please check the NOAA site frequently/daily. Thank you!
https://water.weather.gov/ahps2/hydrograph.php…

https://www.nws.noaa.gov/oh/2019NHA.html

Hello islanders!

It’s that time of year again.  Due to the ground frost going out– we are closing roads until further notice to heavy equipment, large trucks, trailers, etc. to protect the roads. We will post when it is OK to allow them resume once the soil stabilizes.  Note– if an island member (or any of their contracted work) damages the road, they are assessed any repair cost.  

The garbage container will stay at the south end of the island until the embargo is lifted. * There will be no garbage pick up at individual residences during this time.

Thanks for your help in maintaining our roads. Any questions or concerns, contact your board members. 

Please stay aware of changing variables which will affect river levels and forecasts!!! Click on link for Forecasts–https://water.weather.gov/ahps2/probability_information.php?wfo=arx&gage=gtti4

Esmann Island Owner’s Association

Board Meeting

September 22, 2018

Meeting called to order at 8:04 AM by Terry Denner.

Members Present: Terry Denner, Bob Buhrow, Bruce Copeland, Tom Reimer, Tony Reyerson, Jane Ertl Root (acting as secretary).  Chip Flory, absent. Laurie Helling (Sect) absent.

Guests:  Don Niosi, Ken Brandel, Jeff Heisling, Robin Heisling, Doug Hintzman, Bob Sims, Helen (Treasurer)

Minutes: The September minutes were approved as read.  Bob Buhrow made motion to approve.  Tom Reimer 2nd.

Treasury report:

• Boat storage money $252.00  (listed as Other Income) on R&E
• Minimal discussion.  Motion approved Bob Buhrow made motion. 2nd by Tom Reimer

Approval of BILLS:

• Concrete for poles for gate $165.41
• New signs made by IA prison Ind.  $145.09
• Meuser Lumber $68
• Treasurer service $204.00
• Secretary service $240.00
• Alliant Energy $ 34

Motion made by Tony Reyerson to approve current bills, Bruce Copeland 2nd. Motion passed

Future bills: Bi-County, Snow removal, Alliant.

Motion to pay bills over the winter:  Motion made by Bob Buhrow, 2nd by Tom Reimer. Motion passed.

Building Permit:

Jeff & Robin Heising, 412 Hickory Rd.  (Lot 1 of Lot 225) Waiting or permits for the island and county. Approved pending permits.

Road Report:

• Hanging of the back road high water gates will take place soon.
• Tony Reyerson, 401 River View Rd (Lot 208) moving a electrical pedestal to add a driveway.

Boat Storage Report:

• Jeff Brown is out. Dean Drew has taken Jeff’s place.  The building is full.
• Don’s comment; change the fees for single vs dual jet ski trailers.
• Discussion of security of the building for boat storage.
• Winterize the building, hang dates, secure boat storage building, hang signs: date set for Nov 3.

Any questions, contact Terry Denner.

Discussion of adding Road Closed sign for mid-island ramp for winter

Old Business:

None

New Business:

• Laurie, talk to Don about the kids rolling on corn bails… ???
• Change of permanent address for Dick Staab?
• Any last concerns will be addressed November 3rd. Time TDB

Next meeting tentatively scheduled for Saturday, April 13, 2019 at 8:00AM  (Easter is April 20)

The meeting was adjourned at 8:44AM.  Tony Reyerson made motion, 2nd by Bruce Copeland

On behalf of your Esmann Board, have a healthy and safe Winter season.

Happy Thanksgiving and Happy Holidays for all.

Submitted by,

Jane Ertl Root V.P.

cc: Laurie Helling, Secretary