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Lake Tahoe Park Association
MINUTES
Board of Directors Meeting
September 3, 2011
- Call to order
President Milt Hyams called the meeting to order at 4:04 PM at the Lake
Tahoe Park Beach in Tahoe City, California.Board members present: Milt
Hyams, Robert (Bob) Thomas, Doug Williams, Nancy Morse, Michael Dilg, Greg
Gilbert, and Margaret Pinter. A quorum was established.
Others present: General Manager Jim Davisson, Beach Manager Ben Leech,
Association CPA Barbara Malm-Wilson, and Recording Secretary Judy Friedman.
- Insurance policies renewal – Jim
Jim reported the insurance policies renew in August. He reviewed the
limits of the new policy and said there will be an increase in the premium
of approximately $400, primarily because of additional payroll associated
with the bulkhead work.
- State Lands negotiations re pier/buoy lease – Milt
- Letter to State Lands – Milt
Milt distributed a draft of a letter to California State Lands regarding
the public easement between high and low water marks. Discussion
followed regarding options for dealing with the situation, given the
trespassing, vandalism, environmental, illegal use of the pier, and
safety issues that could arise.
It was noted that members sometimes walk along the beach and around
the fence coming back from Sunnyside. Members will be asked to use the
front gate to enter the Lake Tahoe Park. Milt asked the Board to send
comments to him regarding a response to State Lands. He will consolidate
the comments and work with Jan Brisco on a final letter.
- Tahoe Lakefront Owners Association meeting – Jim/Bob
Bob reported on a recent meeting of the Tahoe Lakefront Owners
Association (TLOA). The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) passed a
shorezone ordinance, which was vacated by a judge based on challenges
from the Sierra Club and League to Save Lake Tahoe. Besides the private
property rights involved, TLOA is concerned about fees collected for
buoys by TRPA per the ordinance. Rather than refund that money, or hold
it pending another shorezone ordinance, TRPA has put the funds into
their general fund. Both TLOA and the League agree that an ordinance
needs to be developed to reasonably manage what goes on in the shorezone,
but they are also on the same side in feeling the funds should be
refunded. At this point, they are trying to get an injunction against
TRPA to keep the funds out of their general fund.
The State of Nevada passed legislation stating Nevada will pull out
of TRPA in 2014 unless changes are made in the organization,
particularly the way commercial development issues are addressed.
TLOA is comprised of 543 members from a possible 1200 lakefront
owners. Bob feels it is a worthwhile organization.
- Triangle property status
- Report from Triangle Property Use Committee – Nancy/Greg
Nancy reported the Committee will meet soon. Options were discussed,
including Sunnyside using the property or housing a cell tower there.
Nancy said the Committee will present three recommendations for Board
review.
- Escrow Fund Status – Greg
Greg updated the Board, explaining that a letter was sent to the last
know contact for the insurance company with a deadline of July 15, 2011
to respond. To date, neither Greg nor attorney Greg Brandt have heard
back. It is Mr. Brandt’s opinion that LTPA has done due diligence in
trying to contact the insurance company and LTPA can keep the remaining
$76,000 of the $126,000 in the savings account from escrow. Greg
recommends holding on the funds for a year before spending it. Milt
proposed putting $50,000 into the Reserve Fund, which will bring the
Reserves to $100,000, and making $26,000 available for operations,
including attorney fees and any fees that may be due to California State
Lands. There was consensus to agree.
- Key Usage by Members for non-Association properties – Jim
Jim asked for guidance regarding a situation where members are giving beach
keys to rental management companies for rental properties owned by members,
but outside LTPA boundaries. This has happened several times. In one
instance, a member owns 2 or 3 rental properties, but only 1 is within the
boundaries. Discussion followed regarding ways to limit beach access only to
those who are members or renting homes within LTPA boundaries. It was noted
that members abusing the boundary issue are compensated by having the beach
amenity available for their rental property located in another area.
It was moved by Bob and seconded by Michael to adopt a policy that no
member shall be compensated for use of LTPA keys for anything other than
rental of a LTPA property. Abuse of this policy shall result in confiscation
of the beach key for illegal use. Motion carried unanimously.
- Review of Park Improvements/issues for 2011 – Jim/Ben
- Swim platform – Milt/Jim
Milt reported he had the swim platform pulled out of the water because
he saw people trying to flip it. Ben said the platform had been flipped
and High Sierra Marine took measures to make sure it could not be
flipped again. The Board considered how to deal with abuse of the
platform and agreed that if someone deliberately destroys property, they
will be held financially responsible. In this instance, Ben does not
know who the people were. However, he is aware of the situation and will
be making changes, including signage stating “do not attempt to rock or
flip.”
- Responses to State Lands issues – Jim
Jim reported that in response to State Lands issues, the following has
been done:
1) State Lands has surveyed the property and provided a high water mark.
The fence is in compliance.
2) The old wood by the north pier has been removed.
3) The fees have been paid.
LTPA is in full compliance.
- Cleaning of tables – Milt
Milt asked that all picnic tables be cleaned each night with hoses.
- Security Cameras – Milt
Milt noted one of the responses to State Lands is the installation of
the security cameras. He had some concerns regarding zooms on the
cameras. Milt has been approached regarding concerns with staff
monitoring the cameras off site for prurient interest. Jim stated only
he and Ben have off-site access and it is helpful for security issues.
Milt suggested staff be fully educated on how and when the cameras are
monitored in case they get questions.Milt commended Jim and Ben on
how marvelous the beach looks and is being managed.
Jim reported on work done this summer, including installation of
bulkheads, stairways, and barbecues, and completion of installation of
decomposed granite on the paths. An adult ripped one of the swings. It
was agreed that staff will determine whether or not there is value in
removing the swings every night.
Jim reported he will be getting rid of kayaks left in the park. Some
trees have been trimmed for the security camera views and a dead tree in
the park will be removed. Ben explained the security camera signs he is
having made at Truckee Signs.
Jim continued to update the Board. Charter will be the new internet
provider and ladders for the piers have been fabricated and will be
installed, along with bumpers. Installation of new barbecues will be
completed next summer.
In response to a question, Victor said there have been some issues
with the new drip system and he is going to change some of the
equipment. Because of meters, the amount of water used is being
monitored. Milt asked that bocce ball on the lawn be discouraged.
On behalf of the Board and membership, Milt offered sincere thanks
for all staff has done this year.
- Proposed project list for 2012 – Jim/Ben/All
Jim distributed a prioritized proposed project list for the next 3 – 4
years, with costs included. He would like to complete projects 1-6 in 2012,
completion of the bulkhead and repair of the retaining wall, fix the
perimeter fencing and bulkhead fencing, build a small planter at the entry
sign and installation of the last 9 new barbecues. Discussion followed. It
was agreed that those 6 projects would be done in 2012. The Board will
review the rest of the list at their January meeting.
It was moved by Milt and seconded by Bob that the Board appropriate
funds for items 1-6 in the 2012 budget and incorporate those items into
Capital Improvements at a cost of approximately $20,000. Motion carried
unanimously.
- Financial report/Review & Approval of Proposed 2012 Budget - Jim, Greg,
Barbara
Milt reminded the Board the proposed 2012 Budget was distributed
electronically. He and Barbara reviewed specific line items. Barbara
explained how the budget was developed and noted her concerns regarding
revenue, given the lack of new home sales in the current economic climate.
Discussion followed regarding Barbara’s recommendations and potential
expenses, including legal fees and capital improvements. Options for
increasing revenue and decreasing expenses were considered. It was agreed
that any budget approved can be reviewed in January and May prior to any
disbursements being made. Adjustments to the proposed budget were discussed.
It was moved by Milt and seconded by Doug to reduce legal and capital
improvements by $10,000 and to move $26,000 from the escrow refund amount in
savings to Operating. Motion carried unanimously.
- Old Business - All
- Status of storage area barrier – Greg/Mike
Greg recommends Red Maple trees as screening for the storage area. Alternatives
were considered.It was moved by Bob and seconded by Doug to table action on this item to the
January Board meeting. Motion carried unanimously.
- Election of 2012 Officers – Milt
It was moved by Bob and seconded by Doug to appoint the following slate of
Officers for 2012:
Milt Hyams as President, Bob Thomas as Vice-President, Margaret Pinter as
Secretary, and Greg Gilbert as Treasurer. Motion carried unanimously.
- Set 2012 Board Meetings – Milt
The following Board meeting dates for 2012 were agreed to:
 | January 14, 2012 (Snow date of February 18, 2012) at Milt Hyam’s home at 9:30 AM |
| May 19, 2012 at Michael Dilg’s home at 9:30 AM |
| July 6, 2012 at the beach at 4:00 PM |
| July 7, 2012 Annual Meeting at the beach at 11:00 AM |
| September 1, 2012 at the beach at 3:00 PM
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New Business – Milt Hyams
Milt asked that Board members respond to minutes when they receive them, if only
to say they have been received and there are no changes.
Adjournment – New President
There being no further business to come before the Board, the meeting was
adjourned at 6:50 PM
Respectfully submitted,
Kara Fox, Recording Secretary
THE PAPER TRAIL SECRETARIAL & BUSINESS SOLUTIONS
Contact Lake Tahoe Park Association
Physical Address
Tahoe Park Beach, Pier & Common Areas
1700 Sequoia Avenue, Tahoe City, California, 96145 (map)
E-mail: Management - Jim Davisson
E-mail: Association Accounts & Administration
E-mail: Tahoe Park Beach, Pier & Common Areas
Association Mailing Address
P.O. Box 5771, Tahoe City, California, 96145
E-mail: The Board
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