Spring Pond Estates Homeowners Association
Monthly Board Meeting
July 9, 2018
The monthly board meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM by President Rainforth.
Vice President Kaplan and Board Member Frank McClellan were not in attendance.
Secretary’s Report
Secretary Rotsko asked for comments or corrections regarding minutes from the Special June 11th and Annual June 12th meetings . A motion to accept both was made by Nancy Winograd and seconded by Jane Laughton. Motions unanimously passed. (Note: Meeting minutes are available for review at the Community Center)
Treasurer’s Report
Treasurer Strazzere presented his report for review listing expenses paid for the month. He explained that there had been a delay in gaining access to the People’s United Bank Website so he was unable to provide a more detailed report. He did however receive confirmation just prior to the meeting stating the transfer of authority had been completed.
Landscaping Committee
Chairperson Rainforth reviewed the revised Landscaping Work Plan and the July Landscaping Committee and Board Meeting reports. (Note: Reports in their entirety are on file at the Community Center).
Chairperson Rainforth stated the committee requested the Board vote in favor of cutting back the Forsythia Bushes to ground level to allow the Viburnum Bushes to spread and fill in. Motion made by Nancy Winograd, seconded by Jane Laughton. Motion unanimously passed.
There was some discussion regarding a tree leaning toward 8 Ruch Lane with the concern for potential damage to the house. Chairperson Rainforth stated she would first contact John Patten and ask his professional opinion. Next step would be to research the buffer area to determine who would be responsible for the branch removal. Chairperson Page suggested locating the plot plan on line.
Maintenance Committee
Chairperson Lee Page reported on several items. He discussed the ongoing concerns regarding the drainage problem in front of 11 Spring Pond Circle and that he plans to personally address the issue.
He reported that he had applied weed killer along the emergency exit perimeter and has added
shelving to the storage shed. He also plans to repair one of the shed doors. In addition, he has also donated an electric snow blower which will be stored in the shed to help maintain accessibility around the Community Center.
Board Member Jane Laughton inquired about trimming fruit trees located at 14 & 16 Spring Pond Circle. She also expressed her concerns regarding winter and plow kill damage. After some discussion it was determined that these repairs should/would be addressed in the Fall.
Social Committee
Chairperson Nancy Winograd reported that there will be an Annual Labor Day Pot Luck Dinner to be held at the Community Center with an open invitation to all Spring Pond Estates Homeowners. A detailed notice will be posted at the Community Center closer to the event date.
Homeowner’s Input
It was noted that the numerous Cable Company and Dig Safe flags located at the cable unit and all along the front and side lawn at 8 Spring Pond Circle are to mark where the Cable Company will be digging and burying the cable wire in order to repair service for the homeowners located at 6 Spring Pond Circle. Date of repair is unknown at this time.
Motion to adjourn was made by Nancy Winograd and seconded by Jane Laughton. Meeting was adjourned at 7:20 PM.
Respectfully Submitted,
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Eleanor Rotsko
