Spring Pond Home Owners Association
Annual Meeting
June 9, 2015
A moment of silence was observed for the passing of Terry Collins, Jennie MacNeil and Steve Blackmore. Also, Sally Hudgins gave an update on our resident Russ Baker who has been recuperating away from home for nine months and asked homeowners to send a card now and then. She will post his address.
Bill thanked all the various committees and especially the chairman of each for the work they have done.
- Landscaping - Sue Bannister
- Maintenance - Sally LeMon and Bill Bannister
- Plowing - Ernie Wheeler
- Social - Nancy Winograd
- Welcoming - Pat Mirisola
- Roster - Pat Mirisola
- Election - Jan Schlapak
Bill also thanked his Board Members:
- Sally LeMon
- Bob Mirisola
- Gerry Rainforth
- Ernie Wheeler
- Also, Anita Haskell, Treasurer and Sally Hudgins, Secretary who continue their services as non-voting members.
All homeowners were given folders with all the pertinent information.
Sally Hudgins, Secretary read the Annual Report from 2014. Motion to accept as presented was made by Bob Mirisola and seconded by Gerry Rainforth. Passed 20-0.
Anita Haskell, treasurer, presented the monthly financial report, capital budget and proposed operating budget for 2015-2016. (All homeowners had copies of these reports). She noted that the mortgage could be paid off in two years if desired. At that time, the remaining mortgage would be $42,000. The current amount in the capital account is $98,000. Motion to accept the proposed budget for 2015-2016 was made by Bob Mirisola and seconded by Dolores Corradino. Passed 20-0. Copies of the reports are on file.
Committee Reports
Architecture
Sally LeMon reported that the driveways at 7 and 9 Ruch Lane have been widened after approval of this committee and the town of York. Also, a privacy fence was erected between 23-25 Spring Pond Circle.
Landscaping
See detailed report on file. It should be noted that there is evidence of a lot of winter kill on the lawns. Also the decision to not spray for ticks because of the expense and no guarantee. The town says they spray every six weeks for mosquito. Patten will be seeding the areas noted and homeowners will be asked to be diligent for watering. Please let Sue know if you notice any wasp or bees nests.
Maintenance
Bill Bannister, Sally LeMon with help from Ed Collins. Review report on file. Bob Mirisola was thanked for installing lattice work around the shed, installing shelves, etc. Dave Dewey, The Get It Done Guy, will be coming soon to review which kick boards need to be replaced or painted, replacement of siding on a few homes and other issues identified. It has been recommended that all homeowners replace their smoke alarms after 10 years.
The dragon fly larvae were lost this year because of the weather and we will receive a refund.
No report from the town regarding the issue with the emergency exit out the end of Ruch Lane. It is the town's responsibility to follow up.
Bill reminded homeowners regarding the cleaning of mold and mildew on the outside of their homes.
Also, we are still working on what needs to be done to repave the walkways at 15a and b and down by the entrance to the Community Center.
We received a letter from D.F. Richard proposing an offer of a fixed price $1.89/gal through April 30, 2016 for your propane gas needs. Current discounts remain in effect.
Election
Janice Schlapak had returns from thirty homeowners for the ballots. She welcomed Beth Kaplan as the newest member of the Board.
Social
Nancy Winograd thanked her committee and asked homeowners for ideas for social events. Her report is on file.
Welcoming
Pat Mirisola welcomed the new residents.
Plowing
Ernie Wheeler announced that we spend $16,000 this winter and he felt this was an excellent price considering the winter we had. Ernie was thanked for his hard work keeping all issues pertaining to plowing and doing this job for many years. John Patten felt Ernie had done a great job communicating with him on issues. Sally Hudgins will be taking over the plowing and homeowners were reminded that they are not to contact John Patten directly regarding issues. Instead, please communicate with Sally Hudgins.
New Business
Bill Bannister, outgoing President, announced the officers for 2015-2016:
- Sally LeMon - President
- Gerry Rainforth - Vice President
- Bob Mirisola
- Ernie Wheeler
- Beth Kaplan
- Anita Haskell - Treasurer (non-voting member)
- Sally Hudgins - Secretary (non-voting member)
