Esmann Island Board Meeting 9-17-16

Esmann Island Owner’s Association

Board Meeting

September 17, 2016

Board Members Present:  Meeting called to order at 8:02 am by Doug Hintzman. Board members present: Chris Miller, Doug Hintzman, Tom Reimer, Chad Williams, Tony Reyerson, Bruce Copeland, and Terry Denner, Also present was Helen Schwietert (Treasurer) Laurie Helling (Sect) absent due to urgent family issue.

Members Present:  Carol Buhman, Pat Jones, Mert Duffy, Leo Hansen, Bob Sims, Larry Brown

Minutes:  Motion by Bruce Copeland to approve board minutes of 8-20-16.  2nd by Chris Miller. Motion carried.

Treasurer’s Report:  Motion by Chris Miller to approve Treasurer’s Report.  2nd by Tom Reimer. Motion carried.

  • As of September 17th, only one (1) annual assessments is still delinquent (Connie Schneider – 361 River View Rd). Motion by Terry Denner that a mechanics lien be placed against the property for delinquent dues.  2nd by Chad Williams.  Motion carried.

Bills:  Submission of Bills for Utilities and brush removal on back road. Motion to approve payment of bills by Chad Williams, 2nd by Bruce Copeland. Motion carried.

Building Permits:

  • NEW Permits submitted:
    • Sheila Davis & Susan Callanan – 438 White Oak – Enclose existing Deck on back of house.
    • Richard Staab – 412 River View Rd – Building garage and breezeway – still waiting for DNR permit
      • Chris Miller made motion to approve building permits, Tony Reyerson 2nd the motion. Permits approved.
    • Other building permit issues and updates:
      • Pat Jones – 303 River View Rd – Replace Garage. Property setbacks still need to be checked.
      • Tom & Terri Pittman – 431 Hickory Rd – Relocate Linda & Phil Lampe’s house to his property. Asked for preliminary approval.  Approved but must resubmit application after DNR and County approve lot. –NOTE:  This permit was pulled as owners will no longer be moving house to property

Property Ownership Changes:

  • None reported at this time

Road Report:

  • Thank you to Tony Reyerson for patching hole at Island entrance. No other issues reported.  

Committee Reports:

  • Boat / Trailer Storage: All trailers need to be removed from storage shed so boats can be put in for winter.
  • Discussion was held on North Boat Ramp and possible options to fix it as there continue to be issues there. Terri Denner will contact the Corp of Engineers on what we might be able to do to improve.   Dock will be pulled in October.
  • Discussion was held on farm land. Kann brothers want to continue renting.  Motion by Terry Denner to continue lease with Kann’s.  2nd by Tony Reyerson.  Motion carried.  CSP letter for land was signed for Kann’s.

 Old Business:

  • Gary Brown privacy fence / property line issue was discussed. Leo Hanson provided a copy of the survey filed with the County in 1994 and pictures showing where property pin was located.  Board will go inspect the issue and contact parties involved for possible resolution.
  • Clean up of back road (Timber Lane) was completed on 08/27. Thank you to all those that helped.
  • Mowing Contract discussed. Motion by Tony Reyerson that a three year contract be given to Loras Matt for $2850/yr.  2nd by Chris Miller
  • Snow removal discussed. Jeff Friedlein said that he would continue with snow removal but cost would be $10/hr more.  Motion by Chris Miller to approve Friedlein continuing snow removal, 2nd by Chad Williams.

 New Business:

  • Discussed Trash Contract. Bi-County has proposed a new flat rate:  May thru September at $1300/mth; October thru April at $750/mth.  Residents seem to be very happy with service.  Motion by Bruce Copeland to approve new flat rate.  2nd by Tom Reimer.  Chris Miller to discuss paying quarterly instead of monthly.  Also discussing moving dumpsters from Island entrance to area by Island storage building during road embargo to avoid excess illegal dumping.  Bi-County’s phone number is 563-875-9076 if you need large items or appliances picked up (for a fee).
  • You may contact the local scrap dealer also if you have metal items you want picked up: His name is Laverne:  563-252-9187
  • Lot 57 at 360 – 2nd St owned by Chad Keune. Nuisance letters have been sent to homeowner in past.  Property has not been cleaned up.  Discussion was held on clean-up fee and by-laws.  Motion by Tom Reimer for attorney opinion & attorney letter be sent to homeowner.  2nd by Chris Miller.

Next Board Meeting will be held October 15th, 2016 at 8:00 am

Motion made by Chris Miller to adjourn at 9:11. 2nd by Bruce Copeland. Motion approved.

 

Respectfully submitted,

Doug Hintzman

(Acting Secretary)

 

 

 

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