**Apologies for the delay. Two back to back cases of illness for me and Cindy.
Meeting called to order at 8:00 by President Josh Geistkemper.
Members present: Josh Geistkemper, Tim Ahlers, Kevin Teiss, Linda Lampe, Gail Scherr. Cindy Lynch also present. Members absent: Katie Hoffman and Bret Flickinger. Laurie Helling also absent.
Residents present: Ken Brandel, Don Niosi, Terry Denner, Mike and LaVonne Burke, Bob Sims, Cindy and Chris Miller.
Josh asked for motion to approve July minutes. Linda made motion to accept minutes from last meeting, Tim 2nd, all say aye, motion passed.
TREASURERS REPORT
Monthly invoices were presented. Josh asked for motion to approve bills. and approved motion by Tim and seconded by Kevin
Investments were reviewed and 1 CD is invested with Fidelity Bank at 4.74% , due in July 2024. A 2nd TCD is invested with Fidelity Bank and is due 8/23/23.
Josh made a motion to reinvest this CD for a 13 month period at 5%, seconded by Gail. Cindy will work wih Fidelity to complete this transaction.
Discussion held regarding budget for next year and establishing an amount for reserve for expenditures like road maintenance, boat ramp or other items that may come up. Josh will work with Cindy on the 2024 budget.
Discussion held regarding assessments still outstanding. It was agreed that a more aggressive penalty be charged for non-payment. This would have to be a by-law change and will be brought to the membership at the 2024 meeting. A $100 charge was discussed and more discussion will needed to finalize. Tabled discussion for a future meeting.
Potential power outage
Brandon Bries, representative from Bries Homes presented information regarding power outage for purpose of moving a home to the Leiss property. The original plan would have this done after the lines are buried, but since this project is behind schedule, the proposed date is October 4, 2023. The planned outage would be from the Leiss property (348 River View Road) and all homes to the north for a period of about 4-5 hours Homeowners are now on notice to speak with a board member if they have concerns. The road would also be blocked with cranes and various equipment. Every effort is being made to accommodate our residents. PLEASE CONTACT A BOARD MEMBER WITH CONCERNS
Island resident Steve Von Hondorf requested via Treasurer, Cindy Lynch, to park 1-2 closed trailers on common ground for one week beginning September 29. Request was granted. They will be parked near maintenance shed out of the way.
No new building permits
No new property ownership changes
Boat Storage Committee: Don Niosi reports all trailer rental fees are paid for 2023. Trailers will be out after September meeting and 2023-24 boat rental fees will be due.
OLD BUSINESS
AED Update Tim is working with manufacturer on ordering AEDs
CPR TRAINING An email will be sent to all those who showed interest in training. We are working to set up schedule with hospital. Trainers are available Monday-Friday, so we will have to make sure people can attend. We may need those faithful island volunteers after all.
TREE TRIMMING
Roadway tree trimming is on hold until Alliant project is finished. At that point, Alliant will access.
RESIDENTS ARE REMINDED THAT TREE REMOVAL IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE LANDOWNER . THE BOARD IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DETERMINING RESPONSIBILITY BETWEEN HOMEOWNERS. TALK TO YOUR NEIGHBORS.
Entrance FLAGS
Terry & Teri Denner are responsible for our flags and now have the keys to the poles.
METAL DETECTOR
We have found the metal detector and it is currently checked out to a resident. It will be returned to Cindy Lynch who will be responsible for checking it out when members need it. Contact her at 319-560-7805. A text is best or leave a message.
NEW BUSINESS
Road—Josh G, Terry Denner,
Rec/Pond Committee—Kari Winders and Teri Denner
Beautification Committee—Gail Scheer
Common Ground/Storage—boat ramp, field rent, etc -Dale Hoffman, Don Niosi, Ken Brandel, Tom Nagel Winter Contacts —Tim, Doc (Kent) Rolfes Building—Doc (Kent) Rolfes, Chris Miller, Buc Lampe (1 more?)
Reminder: Labor Day Golf Cart Parade!! Sunday Sept 3. Please join in this annual Family Fun Event! Line up by the pond pavilion at 9:30. Parade starts at 10:00 and will travel around Esmann Island.
Please send comments, concerns on minutes for the next meeting (to be determined) agenda.
Josh G asked for motion to adjourn, Linda made motion, second by Tim. All in favor. Meeting adjourned at 8:45 am.
Respectfully Submitted by, Cindy Lynch (on behalf of Laurie Helling)