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AUGUST 2019
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VVA Board of Directors August 11, 2019 Call to Order Troy Lesan, Lot 576, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. in the upper level of the clubhouse. Members in attendance were Eric Odette, Lot 220; Mark Leggett, Lot 72; Tony Gronniger, Lot 2281; Mike Booth, Lot 1259; Susan Zalenski, Lot 364 and Flint Hibler, Lot 183. Shad Mort led the Pledge of Allegiance. Mark Leggett led in pray er. Approval of Minutes Mark Leggett moved to approve the minutes of the July 14, 2019, Board meeting. Eric Odette seconded; motion passed. Committee Reports Handbook Committee: Donna Redden Archibald encouraged the members to report anything in the Handbook that they feel needs to be looked at and possibly revised. Mark Leggett told Donna he had a list of things for the committee to review and clarify. Finance Committee: Eric Odette reported income was up and expenses are slightly down. At our last meeting we discussed moving some more money into CDs. We have moved another $450,000 split into 2 CDs of $225,000 each. One is a 4-month CD @ 1.95% and the other is a 6-month @ 2.00%. We have staggered them to make them accessible for operating funds, but at the same time earn a little interest. It was mentioned at the Finance meeting that housekeeping wages were up, but Shad Mort explained they are much higher in the summer time with the beaches and campgrounds open. The budget for the roads looks good now, but that will change as we move into fall road work. Employee insurance is down significantly. We only have four employees now on that policy. Eric also reported the long awaited results of amending our 2017 Tax Return paid off. We received $9,700 back from the IRS which included $529 in interest. Other topics discussed included the contract on the sign at DD and 6 Highway. We have always split the cost of $4,296 with the Marina, but we have decided not to renew the contract. The last item discussed was the fireworks show we put on the 4th of July. Eric commented it is getting very expensive and we may have to look at ways of raising money to pay for it. Susan asked for clarification on the CDs that these CDs are not just investments to grow our assets, but they will be used as operating funds until our next dues year next May. Troy Lesan also wanted to add that getting that refund from the IRS was a pretty big deal, because it means they have
accepted our filing status as a non-profit. Strategic Planning Committee: The Strategic Committee met on July 28 and their focus was on how we move forward with a Strategic Plan for the lake. Where do we want to be in the next 5-10 years? Kenny Southwick will be heading up this project and the first meeting is planned for Aug. 24 at 9 a.m. in the upper level of the clubhouse. There will be meetings on Sept. 28, Oct. 26, and Nov. 23 from 9 a.m. to noon. Activities Committee: Mary Hibler reported everyone had a great time at the Patio Party. Mary expressed how hard her committee works to bring these events to the members and it is the members’ contributions that help make them possible. The kids day in the park was also a success. There were 40-45 kids in attendance plus their parents. The next event is the Scavenger Hunt on Sept. 7 followed by the fall garage sales on Sept. 14. Mary also commented that the Activities Committee may try to donate some funds to the fireworks next year. Building Committee: Flint Hibler reported seven permits in the month of July. Fire Department: Tony Gronniger reported on the smoke detector drive and to date there have been 82 smoke detectors installed in houses at the lake. Tony wanted to recognize Jim Miller for his efforts in installing a large number of these. The annual pump test for the pumper has been scheduled [Continued on Page 4]
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A big crowd was on hand for the sixth annual Lake Viking Marine Cardboard Boat Race. Find more pictures and information on Pages 6-7!
Next VVA Board Meeting:
6:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 8, 2019 Upper level of the clubhouse
All members in good standing are welcome and encouraged to attend. If you want on the agenda, you must notify the office on or before the Monday prior to the board meeting.