College Park of Clermont Homeowner’s Association Inc.
Minutes of January 18, 2007 Board Meeting
February 6, 2007
A meeting of the Board of Directors of College Park of Clermont Homeowners Association Inc. was held on January 18, 2007 at Lake Sumter Community College, Hancock Road, in Clermont, Florida. Notice of this meeting was provided in a mailing to all Homeowners, and by signs posted at both gates.
The meeting was called to order at 7:12 P.M. by President Eric Couture. Board Members present were: Eric Couture, President; Jorge Minana, Vice-President; James Drakakis, Vice-President; Judy Mason, Treasurer; and Fred Grant, Secretary. Absent was Debra McGill, for McGill Management, Inc.
Approximately thirty (30) other Members attended, and a copy of the sign-in sheet is attached.
Visitor/Crime Watch
President Couture introduced Officer Kim Van Arsdale, of the Clermont Police Department. Officer Van Arsdale made a presentation on the Blockwatch Program, and provided general information about the Clermont Police Department operations in our area. The group applauded Officer Van Arsdale, and President Couture thanked her for her presentation and service to the neighborhood.
Secretary Report
Fred Grant read the minutes of the December 14, 2006 Board of Directors Meeting. The minutes were accepted, as-amended. Copies of the minutes were made available to those attending.
Treasurer Report
Judy Mason presented the Treasurer’s Report, stating the following:
Checking Account Balance - $99,907.32
Income for January - $8,416.16
Expenses for January - $3,254.92
Architectural Committee Report
Jim Drakakis presented the Architectural Committee Report, stating the following:
No Architectural Change applications were received, for the month.
Our rules and enforcement come down to Article #10 of the Deed Restrictions.
Our present Deed Restrictions continue in force for 20 years, unless amended.
We need an amendment change from 90% to 75% approval, to permit changes.
Please take this month to consider if we want to proceed with amendments.
Property Management Report
No Property Management Report was made, as Debra McGill was absent.
Communications
A written communication from Tom Souder re: barking dogs was received and read. President Couture advised that Members having issues with animals should notify the Clermont Animal Control Officer.
Peter Connelly addressed the meeting, and requested that the Association adopt a formal Procurement Policy.
Old Business
2007 Budget
President Couture noted that the 2007 Budget needs to be approved, without condition.
Eric Couture moved to accept the 2007 proposed budget, without condition, and was seconded by Jorge Minana. The motion passed by a vote of 5 “Yes” votes (Couture, Minana, Drakakis, Mason, Grant) to 0 “No votes (none). President Couture declared the proposed 2007 Budget to be passed, without condition.
CPA Audit
Judy Mason reported progress on having a CPA perform an audit of Association funds. Several CPA’s have been contacted, and we are awaiting their responses. Judy noted that CPA’s are in Tax Preparation season, and that responses may take longer than at other times.
Separate Savings Account – Road Maintenance
Judy Mason reported that a new account has been established for Road Maintenance.
Fencing Around Wells
Eric Couture reported that one (1) proposal has been received for fencing around the irrigation wells ($2,600 per well), and that a second bidder is being sought.
Delinquent 2006 Dues
Eric Couture reported that Registered Letters have been sent to delinquent Members and that if non-payment continues we will move forward to collect the delinquent dues.
New Business
President Couture asked for volunteers to serve on a Committee, to investigate interest in having a formal Block Watch Program. The following people volunteered: Rupert Brown, Delrose Brown, Gabriella Duhatschek, Fernando Cruz, Charles Kornegay, Tom Souder, Charles Wright, Rosa Wright, and Anita Durosi. Delrose Brown agreed to chair the committee.
Adjournment
All business was completed, and Eric Couture moved to adjourn, and was seconded by Jorge Minana.
The meeting was adjourned by President Couture at 8:37 P.M.
The next Board Meeting is scheduled to be held on Thursday, 2/15/2007, at 7:00 P.M. at Lake Sumter Community College.
Respectfully Submitted,
Frederick Grant, Secretary