Saturday, May 16, 2026
Annual Meeting Notice
NOTICE
SPRING POND ESTATES HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION ANNUAL MEETING
TUESDAY, JUNE 9TH 2026, 6:30 PM
PROXY VOTING FORMS AVAILABLE INSIDE COMMUNITY CENTER
Agenda
President's Opening Remarks
Recording Secretary's Report
Treasurer's Report
Committee Reports
Architecture
By-Laws/Covenants
Election
Finance
Landscaping
Long-Range Planning
Maintenance
Plowing
Social
Sunshine Club
Welcoming
Website
Old Business
New Business
Homeowners' Input
June Board Meeting - Monday, June 8, 2026 at 6:30
Just a friendly reminder...
Monthly Board Meetings are normally held in the Community Center on the second Monday of each month at 6:30 PM.
The next meeting is on Monday, June 8, 2026 at 6:30 PM
As always, all association homeowners are welcome to attend!
Agenda
President's Opening Remarks
Recording Secretary's Report
Treasurer's Report
Committee Reports
Architecture
By-Laws/Covenants
Election
Finance
Landscaping
Long-Range Planning
Maintenance
Plowing
Social
Sunshine Club
Welcoming
Website
Old Business
New Business
Homeowners' Input
Friday, May 15, 2026
May Board Meeting Minutes
SPRING POND ESTATES HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MONTHLY MEETING MINUTES
MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026
PRESIDENT - President Lee Page called the meeting to order with all Board Members and Officers in attendance and welcomed Board Member Frank McClellan’s return to the Great State of Maine.
President Page once again acknowledged the loss of our dear friends and neighbors, Sally Krasowski and David Mulcahey. He also noted the recent loss of our neighboring friend from the Bayberry Community, Isabel Sanz, and offered sincere condolences to all of their families from the SPEHOA Community.
President Page also referred to an informational letter from the Board of Directors addressing several important issues that our members should be made aware of. This informational letter is being distributed to every household within the SPEHOA Community in the near future.
RECORDING SECRETARY - Board Member Deb Strazzere made a motion to accept the Recording Secretary’s April 13th minutes as written, seconded by Vice President Pat Mirisola.
Motion passed unanimously with minutes on file for review.
Recording Secretary Rotsko distributed the minutes from the Annual June, 2025 meeting to the Board for their review and approval, noting these minutes will be included in the informational packets she is preparing for the Annual Meeting on June 9th and will be distributed to all Association Members.
She then reported that there will be Proxy Request Forms in the Community Center for those members who are unable to cast their votes in person at the Annual Meeting and to kindly forward these forms to her prior to June 2nd.
Lastly, Recording Secretary Rotsko noted she is requesting all Committee Chairpersons who would like to have their Annual Report included in the information packets to please forward their written reports to her prior to June 2nd.
TREASURER - Treasurer Joe Strazzere reported expenses for March were over budget and that April should be under budget based on bills paid and received so far. President Page made a motion to accept the Treasurer’s Report, seconded by Vice President Mirisola. Motion passed unanimously with detailed Treasurer’s report on file for review.
Treasurer Strazzere presented the Board with 2026/2027 Budget with the recommendation that we increase our monthly Association Fee an additional $25.00 per month. President Page made a motion to approve the increase bringing the monthly payment to $325.00. Motion was seconded by Board Member Frank McClellan. Motion passed unanimously. This will be presented to our Association Members at the June 9th Annual Meeting where they will have the option to accept or reject the increase recommendation. Treasurer Strazzere also reported that two meetings have been scheduled at the Community Center to give Association members the opportunity to review this year’s budget prior to casting their vote at the Annual Meeting on June 9th. The first meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, May 13th at 11:00 AM and again on Wednesday, May 20th at 6:30 PM.
BY-LAWS & COVENANTS - Chairperson Pat Mirisola reported it was determined that the By-Laws and Covenants are status quo. She also noted reference to Section 2.6 of the Declarations, and will submit a copy of the “Rules for Homeowners from Your Board” and a copy of the “Rules of the Road” to further detail the intent, which will be included in the June 9th Annual Meeting Informational Packet.
President Page reiterated, per the By-Laws & Covenants, the importance of no parking on the streets of Ruch Lane and Spring Pond Circle, allowing only for 15-minute drop-offs.
ELECTION - Election Committee Member Rotsko reported for Chairperson Pamela Milbury that they will be counting the ballots on Friday, May 15th. There will be a notice posted at the Community Center with the election results.
LANDSCAPING - Chairperson Clay Feeter reported that Wicked Green applications for fertilizer and crab grass prevention have been scheduled. He also noted that Patten is scheduled to repair any storm damage issues in the near future.
MAINTENANCE - Chairperson Lee Page referenced Patten Grounds will repair snowplow damage to aluminum cladding around the garage at 28 Spring Pond Circle. A detailed maintenance report is on file for review.
SOCIAL - Chairperson Deb Strazzere reported that the committee will be meeting on May 22nd to schedule the 2026/27 calendar of events.
WELCOMING COMMITTEE - Chairperson Pat Mirisola reported that the committee met with our new neighbors, Rise’ and Allen Rosen, 24 Spring Pond Circle on Thursday, April 16th.
Chairperson Bob Milbury made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Vice President Pat Mirisola.
Motion passed and meeting adjourned at 7:50 PM.
Respectfully Submitted,
Eleanor Rotsko, Recording Secretary - SPEHOA
Sunday, May 3, 2026
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Budget Preview
Budget Preview
We will be holding two informational sessions regarding the 2026-2027 Budget.
You will see a preview of the budget and the proposed changes to monthly dues. You'll hear how the Finance Committee and Board of Directors voted. And you'll get to ask questions so that you are ready to vote at the Annual Meeting.
Both sessions will have the same content. Please consider attending whichever session is most convenient for you.
Wednesday, May 13, 11:00 am
Wednesday, May 20. 6:30 pm
See you there!
Joe Strazzere, Treasurer
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
May Board Meeting - Monday, May 11, 6:30pm
Just a friendly reminder...
Monthly Board Meetings are normally held in the Community Center on the second Monday of each month at 6:30 PM.
The next meeting is on Monday, May 11, 2026 at 6:30 PM
As always, all association homeowners are welcome to attend!
Agenda
President's Opening Remarks
Recording Secretary's Report
Treasurer's Report
Committee Reports
Architecture
By-Laws/Covenants
Election
Finance
Landscaping
Long-Range Planning
Maintenance
Plowing
Social
Sunshine Club
Welcoming
Website
Old Business
New Business
Homeowners' Input
Saturday, April 18, 2026
April Board Meeting Minutes
SPRING POND ESTATES HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
MONTHLY BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
APRIL 13, 2026
PRESIDENT - President Lee Page called the meeting to order at 6:30 PM. Board Member Frank McClellan was present via mobile with all other Board Members and Officers in attendance.
President Page reported that we are still awaiting the final ruling pertaining to the complaint
filed by Jeff Hudgins, Trustee for the 11 Ruch Lane Estate.
President Page noted he will not be seeking re-election as Board Member and President but will maintain his position as Chairperson of the Maintenance Committee. The remaining Board of Directors and Officers representing the SPEHOA greatly appreciate his dedication with our special gratitude for his sincere efforts to meet the needs and concerns of our Association Members.
RECORDING SECRETARY - Vice President Pat Mirisola made a motion to accept the March 9th minutes as written, seconded by Board Member Frank McClellan. Motion passed unanimously with minutes on file for review.
TREASURER - Treasurer Joe Strazzere reported that the expenses for March were over budget due to the numerous snow storms. Board Member Bob Milbury made a motion to accept the Treasurer’s Report, seconded by Board Member Deb Strazzere. Motion passed unanimously with detailed Treasurer’s Report on file for review.
Treasurer Strazzere also noted preparations for the upcoming budget have begun and requested all Committee Heads please submit their budget projections as soon as possible. He also suggested we hold two budget review meetings for the purpose of better informing our Association Members prior to their voting on the budget at the annual meeting in June.
It was decided that these meetings will be held at the Community Center on Wednesday, May 13th @ 11:00 AM and on Wednesday, May 20th @ 6:30 PM.
BY-LAWS AND COVENANTS - Chairperson Pat Mirisola reported that the By-Laws Committee
will be reviewing the By-Laws on Wednesday, April 15th and will review the Covenants on Tuesday, April 21st.
ELECTION - Committee Member El Rotsko reported for Chairperson Pamela Milbury that the elections ballots will be mailed in mid-April and will be counted the following month. There are presently two positions open on the Board of Directors.
LANDSCAPING - Chairperson Clay Feeter reported that the Rainmaker will be activating the sprinkler systems on May 13th. Also, Wicked Green has scheduled their applications for the upcoming season as well. Lastly, areas approved for mulching application will be flagged in the near future.
MAINTENANCE - Chairperson Lee Page reported that exterior damage to homes which occurred during snow plowing services as well as inclement weather will be assessed and repaired. Who will be responsible for the burden of repair expenses will also be determined.
President Page will be distributing a letter to all SPEHOA members from the Board of Directors concerning several issues that were discussed at the April 13th Board of Directors monthly meeting. Please take a moment to review these items, most importantly, the 15-minute street parking restriction to ensure safe passage within our SPEHOA Community roadways.
SOCIAL - Chairperson Deb Strazzere noted the monthly coffee hours held at the Community Center are completed for the year. We thank and appreciate Deb and her committee members for their time and efforts in preparing for these get togethers.
SUNSHINE - It is with great sadness that we share news of the recent passing of two of our neighbors and friends, Sally J. Krasowski, 17 Ruch Lane and David C. Mulcahey, 10 Ruch Lane with our sincere condolences to their families.
WELCOMING COMMITTEE - Chairperson Pat Mirisola reported that the committee will be meeting on Thursday, April 16th to officially welcome our new neighbors Rise’ and Allen Rosen to 24 Spring Pond Circle.
Vice President Pat Mirisola made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Board Member Deb Strazzere. Motion passed unanimously. Meeting was adjourned at 8:15 PM.
Respectfully Submitted,
Eleanor Rotsko, Recording Secretary
SPEHOA
Sunday, April 5, 2026
Thursday, April 2, 2026
Sunday, March 22, 2026
April Board Meeting - Monday, April 13, 2026 at 6:30
Just a friendly reminder...
Monthly Board Meetings are normally held in the Community Center on the second Monday of each month at 6:30 PM.
The next meeting is on Monday, April 13, 2026 at 6:30 PM
As always, all association homeowners are welcome to attend!
Agenda
President's Opening Remarks
Recording Secretary's Report
Treasurer's Report
Committee Reports
Architecture
By-Laws/Covenants
Election
Finance
Landscaping
Long-Range Planning
Maintenance
Plowing
Social
Sunshine Club
Welcoming
Website
Old Business
New Business
Homeowners' Input
Sunday, March 15, 2026
March Board Meeting Minutes
SPRING POND ESTATES HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
MONTHLY BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
MARCH 9, 2026
PRESIDENT - President Lee Page called the meeting to order at 6:30 PM. Board Member Deb Strazzere and Treasurer Joe Strazzere were absent. Board Member Frank McClellan was present via mobile. All other Officers and Board Members were in attendance.
President Page reported that we are still awaiting the final ruling pertaining to the complaint filed by Jeff Hudgins, Trustee for the 11 Ruch Lane Estate. The deadline for response is set for March 19th.
RECORDING SECRETARY - Vice President Pat Mirisola made a motion to accept the February 9th minutes as written, seconded by Board Member Bob Milbury. Motion passed unanimously with minutes on file for review.
TREASURER - President Page reviewed Treasurer Strazzere’s report stating the expenses for January were over budget due to the $5000 retainer payment made for legal work related to the Hudgins case. He noted the expenses for February will be over budget based on bills paid and received so far. A motion to accept the Treasurer’s reported as presented was made by Board Member Bob Milbury, seconded by Board Member Frank McClellan. Motion passed unanimously with the Treasurer’s Report on file for review.
BY-LAWS AND COVENANTS - Chairperson Pat Mirisola reported that the By-Laws Committee will be meeting in April discuss the need for including an amendment to better clarify the Association’s over 55 requirements.
LANDSCAPING - Chairperson Clay Feeter suggested the extensive snow storm expenses be prioritized ahead of any other repairs presently on the agenda.
MAINTENANCE - Chairperson Lee Page received a request to have Patten Landscaping Company repair a lamp post located at 9 Spring Pond Circle that had been damaged during clean-up from a previous snow storm. Chairperson Page noted, per Patten’s request, that he will contact JN Electric, Inc. and submit a quote to Patten for approval.
SOCIAL - As a reminder, it was noted that the next Community Center Coffee Hour is scheduled for Monday, March 16th at 10:00 AM and to BYOM (Bring your own mug). Also, to wear green in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day! (If you are so inclined).
SUNSHINE - Chairperson Paula Page continues to post her clever and creative monthly Association Members birthday notices at the Community Center.
OLD BUSINESS - President Page reported that the SPEHOA Insurance Policy will not cover any expenses that are incurred relating to the Hudgins complaint against the Spring Pond Estates Homeowner’s Association.
Board Member Bob Milbury made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Board Member Frank McClellan. Motion passed unanimously. Meeting was adjourned at 7:10 PM.
Respectfully Submitted,
Eleanor Rotsko,
Recording Secretary, SPEHOA
Sunday, March 1, 2026
Saturday, February 21, 2026
Thursday, February 19, 2026
March Board Meeting - Monday, March 9th, 6:30
Just a friendly reminder...
Monthly Board Meetings are normally held in the Community Center on the second Monday of each month at 6:30 PM.
The next meeting is on Monday, March 9, 2026 at 6:30 PM
As always, all association homeowners are welcome to attend!
Agenda
President's Opening Remarks
Recording Secretary's Report
Treasurer's Report
Committee Reports
Architecture
By-Laws/Covenants
Election
Finance
Landscaping
Long-Range Planning
Maintenance
Plowing
Social
Sunshine Club
Welcoming
Website
Old Business
New Business
Homeowners' Input
Friday, February 13, 2026
February Board Meeting Minutes
SPRING POND ESTATES HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
MONTHLY BOARD MEETING MINUTES
FEBRUARY 9, 2026
PRESIDENT - Vice President Pat Mirisola called the meeting to order at 6:30 PM.
President Page and Board Member Frank McClellan were present via mobile with all other Officers and Board Members in attendance.
RECORDING SECRETARY - President Page made a motion to accept the January 12th minutes as written, seconded by Board Member Bob Milbury. Motion passed with minutes on file for review.
TREASURER’S REPORT - Treasurer Joe Strazzere reported that the expenses for January were over budget and that we paid $5,000 as a retainer for legal work related to the Hudgins case. He noted that expenses for February will be over budget based on bills paid and received so far. Lots of snow in January.
He reported that we transferred the budgeted $2,667 to our Reserve Account and that our Reserves continue to grow as planned, adding we remain in good shape financially. He also included a reminder that our monthly income from dues is now $10,200.
Treasurer Strazzere noted that although we are okay now, our checking account is lower than he would like it to be and that, depending on our expenses, it’s possible that we may need to delay transferring money to our Reserve Account in February, adding if it needs to happen, he will notify the Board.
A motion was made by Board Member Deb Strazzere to accept the Treasurer’s Report and was seconded by Board Member Bob Milbury. Motion passed with the Treasurer’s Report on file for review.
BY-LAWS AND COVENANTS - Chairperson Pat Mirisola reported that the By-Laws Committee will be meeting in April to review the current documents.
LANDSCAPING - Chairperson Clay Feeter reported that he will be notifying Patten of any plow damage and necessary sand removal.
SOCIAL - Chairperson Deb Strazzere reported that the next Community Center Coffee Hour is scheduled for Monday, February 16th @ 10:00 AM and asked that anyone planning on attending please sign the “sign-up sheet”.
SUNSHINE - Chairperson Paula Page will continue to post her creative monthly Association Member birthday notices at the Community Center.
OLD BUSINESS - President Page reported that we are awaiting the final ruling pertaining to the complaint filed by Jeff Hudgins, Trustee of the 11 Ruch Lane Estate, with the Maine Human Rights Commission in which he has claimed that the Spring Pond Homeowner’s Association long-standing rules are violating his rights.
Board Member Bob Milbury made a motion to adjourn, seconded by President Lee Page. Motion passed and meeting was adjourned at 6:50 PM.
Respectfully Submitted,
Eleanor Rotsko, Recording Secretary, SPEHOA.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Sunday, February 1, 2026
Friday, January 16, 2026
February Board Meeting - Monday, February 9th, 2026 at 6:30
Just a friendly reminder...
Monthly Board Meetings are normally held in the Community Center on the second Monday of each month at 6:30 PM.
The next meeting is on Monday, February 9, 2026 at 6:30 PM
As always, all association homeowners are welcome to attend!
Agenda
President's Opening Remarks
Recording Secretary's Report
Treasurer's Report
Committee Reports
Architecture
By-Laws/Covenants
Election
Finance
Landscaping
Long-Range Planning
Maintenance
Plowing
Social
Sunshine Club
Welcoming
Website
Old Business
New Business
Homeowners' Input
January Board Meeting Minutes
SPRING POND ESTATES HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION
MONTHLY BOARD MEETING MINUTES
JANUARY 12, 2026
PRESIDENT - President Lee Page called the meeting to order at 6:30 PM with Board Member Deb Strazzere and Treasurer Joe Strazzere absent. All other members and officers were in attendance.
President Page’s opening remarks were as follows: Welcome to the first monthly meeting of 2026 of the Board of Directors. Looks like we got January in December but the snow was just right for Christmas Holidays.
Before we get started on the regular monthly agenda, I would like to summarize the current situation concerning the sale of Sally Hudgins’s home at 11 Ruch Lane. Complete records of letters and emails are on file with the BOD minutes.
Sally’s home was sold on December 30, 2025.
In October and November, Jeffrey Hudgins, Trustee of the Estate emailed the Association letters asking SPEHOA to suspend the requirement to have an “over 55” owner or person physically living in the properly when “under 55” family members or friends were visiting. He requested legal review of our “Rules of the Road” and “Friendly Reminders” because he stated they violated Maine and Federal human rights and housing laws and because of the “over 55” requirements, he lost two sales.
Our emailed response letters cited the Town of York Ordinance for Elderly Congregate Housing under which SPE was originally developed and Association votes in 2008-09 approving these rules, and the 2024 By-Laws and Declarations.
He then threatened to file human rights complaints over these rules.
On December 8, 2025, Jeffrey Hudgins filed a formal complaint with the Maine Human Rights Commission claiming the Associations rules violated his rights.
The Human Rights Commission required a series of questions be answered within 21 days of the Complaint. The BOD prepared the answers countering his claim and submitted them as required.
On January 7, 2026 the MHRC investigator scheduled an Investigative Conference on January 28, 2026 via zoom call.
After receiving the initial complaint, we brought it to our lawyer, Mark Lawrence. Since it was the holidays and we had heard nothing back from him, we submitted our answers on December 28, 2025. Last week Mark Lawrence told us he does not handle this kind of case. We then searched for other lawyers who specialize in this kind of case. Tonight, at this meeting we should decide whether we need legal representation, and retain an attorney to help us prepare for the Investigative Conference.
President Page then made the following motion: I propose that the Board of Directors authorize me, in my capacity as President of the SPEHOA, to pursue the hiring of an attorney to represent the Association on this matter and to authorize an amount between $15.000 and $20,000 be made available to resolve the case, pending any early resolution in the investigative phase of the complaint resolution process. A motion to accept was made by Board Member Bob Milbury, seconded by Vice President Pat Mirisola. Motion passed unanimously.
RECORDING SECRETARY - President Page made a motion to accept the December 8, 2025 minutes as written. Motion was unanimously approved by the Board of Directors with minutes on file for review.
TREASURER - President Page made a motion to accept the January 12, 2026 Treasurer’s Report as submitted. Motion was unanimously approved by the Board of Directors with a detailed report on file for review.
BY-LAWS AND COVENANTS - Chairperson Pat Mirisola reported that the By-Laws Committee will be meeting to review current documents.
FINANCE - President Page noted he would be meeting with Board Member Frank McClellan this Spring in order to compile the annual in-house audit.
LONG RANGE PLANNING - President Page reported that the Committee will be meeting this Spring and will include addressing the possible need for future roof repairs within the SPE Community.
PLOWING - President Page noted that there seems to have been some improvement with the handling of snow and ice conditions during the past month.
SOCIAL - Chairperson Deb Strazzere asked that Association Members be reminded of the upcoming Coffee Hour Social scheduled for Monday, January 19th at 10:00 AM and to sign the “sign-up sheet” if you are planning to attend.
SUNSHINE - Chairperson Paula Page will continue to post monthly birthday notices of our Association Members.
WELCOMING COMMITTEE - Chairperson Pat Mirisola reported that the committee met with our new homeowners at 11 Ruch Lane, Melinda Hutchins and Liz Barrett who will be moving in permanently this coming March.
Board Member Bob Milbury made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Vice President Pat Mirisola. Motion passed and meeting was adjourned at 7:00 PM.
Respectfully Submitted,
Eleanor Rotsko, SPEHOA
Recording Secretary
