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Sunday, July 14, 2024 @ 2:00PM at 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.

Lake Viking News

VVA Board of Directors Monthly Meeting June 9, 2024

Call to Order

Doug Winter, Lot 46, called the meeting to order, held in the upper level of the Clubhouse, at 2:00 pm. Board members present were: Robert Walton, Lot 217, Tom Rice, Lot 343, George Eshnaur, Lot 505, Michelle Sullivan, Lot 1826 and Terry Nibarger, Lot 657. Terry Nibarger led in prayer. Jeff Ferguson, Lake Manager, led the Pledge of Allegiance. Doug Winter, Board President, read the mission statement of Lake Viking.

Approval of Minutes

A motion was made by Tom Rice and was seconded by Michelle Sullivan to approve the minutes of the May 19, 2024 regular board meeting. The May 2024 minutes were approved unanimously.

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

Handbook Committee

Michelle Sullivan reported the Handbook is with the printer and we will receive a PDF copy for posting online and in Condo. Inserts of updates to the handbook will be available in the VVA Ofﬁce. Michelle reminded members to use the established procedure to request Handbook changes.

Finance Committee

In Jeremy Lillig’s absence Terry Nibarger gave an abbreviated Finance Committee report.

Terry Nibarger reported that value of the Morgan Stanley accounts is $1,659,173 and reﬂects an increase of $13,800. This was a 2% gain for May 2024. Terry reported the Morgan Stanley is on course to achieve a 10% return for 2024 and has YTD achieved a 4.5% increase.

Strategic Planning Committee

George Eshnaur reported the Strategic Planning Committee will meet on May 30, 2024. The 2020 Strategic plan status will be sent to the Board and to Committee members for review. The committee will be seeking to evaluate the 2020 plan and see what has been accomplished.

Activities Committee

Mary Hibler reported that there have been 184 Poker Run participants who have preregistered and the committee expects an equal number of additional participants to register on race day.

Building Committee

Robert Walton reported the number of permits approved in the last month was 8. None of these were houses. The Building Committee may send a request for an exception to the VVA Board if the permit does not meet building rules. The Board has approved one permit that was an exception. Building speciﬁcations for Z lots, and SU lots were discu ssed.

Fire Department

Tony Gronniger reported there was no Fire Department report.

Safety Department

Campground Committee

• George Eshnaur reported there are 23 open campground spots in Campground 1 and 10 open campground spots in Campground 2.

• George Eshnaur reported the new camping space rental process is going well.

Lake Committee

Robert Walton reported:

• Letters were sent to Safety for processing this past month as follows

1. Two lots for property upkeep

2. Five lots for excessive weeds

3. Three lots for brush piles

4. Four lots needing riprap to stop erosion

5. One lot for missing lot number at roadside

• When letters are sent out to lot owners, they are given thirty days to respond. If the committee receives a plan of action response, additional time (usually 30 days) is often given .

• Due to time of the year, the Lake Committee has granted as much as ninety days to respond. In this particular situation, an infraction has been sent out and there is still no response from the lot owner. As mentioned at the last board meeting, Article XV speaks to this situation. This article allows the Association to correct the erosion problem and charge the lot owner with ALL costs involved.

• Discussion ensued whether a letter should be sent to the lot owner who has not responded to the infraction identiﬁed by the Lake Committee

Infraction Committee

Terry Nibarger reported:

• The Infraction Committee met June 8, 2024. Monthly meetings will be held until fall.

• There were 19 total infractions approved

• Three infractions were dismissed

• Twelve (12) letters from the Lake Committee for infractions they had identiﬁed were sent.

• Terry reported a non-member was off loading a jet ski at the Community Area by the Dam. The jet ski had previously been used at Smithville Lake, so the risk for zebra mussels was a possibility.

• It was also reported that the Infraction Office and the Fire Department offices flood even with a moderate amount of rain. The possibility of mold in the area was discussed.

Dredge Committee

Shawn Hepinstall reported:

• The dredging is going well and should be ﬁnished by June 14, 2024.

• Pirate Cove is ﬁnished with a water depth of up to 7 feet.

• Three Tubes is ﬁnished with a water depth of up to 7 feet. Silt removed was 17K cubic yards.

• Garney Tract will be ﬁnished by the week of June 15, 2024. Water depth varies from 7 feet in the back of the cove to 9 feet by the Lake. Silt removed was 25-30K cubic yards.

• Shawn gave kudos to the dredge crew who have worked seven days a week and holidays to make the dredging project a success.

To the Rescue

By Troy Lesan

The evening of May 26 began like any other Patio Party. There were the usual line-up of UTVs, and side by sides along the clubhouse lawn; groups of people talking, laughing, and enjoying themselves; kids on the playground, the cigar aﬁcionados were in their group pufﬁng on their big Arturo Fuentes and Garcia Vega stogies and there was also a snow-cone truck. But best of all was the arrival of another beautiful evening with boats gliding across the lake as they were framed by the backdrop of a setting sun.

But wait a minute. Something was missing. Where was the band? They were deﬁnitely AWOL, and how can there be a Patio Party without music? Well, not a problem as it turned out. Dennis and Terri Schlaiss were out on the lake and just wrapping up a boat-ride when they got a phone call from Mary Hibler. In a remarkably short amount of time, they showed up at the clubhouse with their music set-up Dennis assumed a familiar role of DJ, folks began dancing and the music rocked on for the rest of the night.

2024 Poker Run

The Poker Run has deﬁnitely turned into one of the biggest Activity Committee Events. Once again, on June 15, the roads were full of UTV’s and side-by sides whose occupants were all in search of the winning poker hand. Here are some pictures of this year’s event.

Above: David Hibler of the Activities Committee prepares to announce this year’s winning poker hands which were $250 First Place Prize: J. Scott Lindley, four deuces; $125 Second Place Prize: Jackson Renfro, Full House, and Third Place Milton Cook. Dan Ackart won the 50/50 ($227) and there were numerous other prizes.

Photos by Troy Lesan Biggest Fish

The most total weight (18.6 lbs.) was brought in by this team of Jim Powers, Mike Hartley, and Bret Bush

Strategic Planning Committee Meeting

Date: Thursday, May 30th, 2024 7:00

Attendees: Joe Steer, Matt Nielsen, George Eshnaur, Jeff Ferguson, Tony Gronniger

Meeting Summary

During the meeting, the group discussed the construction of a jetty in front of the clubhouse, it is anticipated that the project will be completed in June. The group then discussed the Strategic Plan 2020 – Progress Report.

Highlights

1. Jeff Ferguson was asked to take over and explain status of the jetty project and remaining work to be done.

• More dirt work to be completed and hauled away

• Shoreline rock put into place

• Docks to be installed

• Roadway repair and grass seeded

2. Group discussion about the progress made by the BOD, Lake Manager, and all committees at the Lake, regarding the 2020 plan.

• Committee recommends to the BOD to give direction to all committees to review portions of the “Progress Report” applicable to them, and provide comments as to progress made, short comings, and new items to be addressed over the coming years.

• Those comments would then be provided to the Strategic Planning Committee to update the 2020 Strategic Plan.

Meeting adjourned.

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regulations

Qualifications:

Ÿ Bachelor’s deg ree in accounting, Finance, or equivalent e xperience

Ÿ Minimum of 5 years of e xperience in bookkeeping or accounting roles

Ÿ Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero) and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel). Exper t in QuickBooks

Ÿ Strong understanding of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Ÿ High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Ÿ Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Ÿ Experience with payroll processing and tax filings

Ÿ Knowledge of financial repor ting and analysis

Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive infor mation.

Viking Valley Association Belief S t atements

Ÿ Our infor med members are the strength of our community.

Ÿ Financial stability is essential to the success of our community

Ÿ Our members and their guests should be safe in our community.

Ÿ Ongoing investment is essential to our future.

Ÿ In open, active, and transparent dissemination of infor mation to our membership.

Ÿ In the protection and active management of our natural environment

Ÿ Quality amenities and infrastructure are essential.

Beautiﬁcation & Donation Exploratory Committee Meeting

Meeting held 6/05/24

In attendance: Chair - Felicia Roth, David Roth, Jeff Ferguson

Mission Statement

1. Focus on projects that will refresh, improve and beneﬁt Lake Viking’s environment & community

2. Envision, plan, prepare & create.

3. Explore ways for VVA to raise funds for future expenses.

4. Design projects that will not raise dues or association fees and will provide positive opportunities for the community.

Priority Projects Accomplished this month:

1. Lake Viking ofﬁce lobby is Painted & refreshed

2. New Lake Viking themed Fund Raising merchandise is on display & for sale in the LV Ofﬁce lobby.

Priority Projects Ongoing: Designing, Refreshing or Creating -

1. Entrance & Community Area Signs

2. Safety & Fire Buildings

3. Lower level of Clubhouse

4. Informational Glass Marquee in the Parking Lot

5. Banner display & light zone, conﬁrmed reinstallation

6. Lake Viking Merchandise website

7. “Wildﬂower Park” Proposal updates

Cedar look, treated lumber

VIKING’S DONATIONS REQUEST LIST MAINTENANCE OF ENTRANCES, COMMUNITY AREAS, SAFETY & FIRE BUILDINGS 1. Cedar look, treated posts ( 10’

VVA operates like a Not for ProÞt organization that maintains & cares for Lake Viking Missouri. Our community depends on volunteers and donations for maintenance & improvements.

Goals are listed, any amount of donation is appreciated. Some quantities are approximates. New or in good condition items please. Paint, metal siding & rooÞng colors and lengths, yet to be Þnalized.

Cedar look treated

Cedar look treated lumber (

Cedar look, treated lumber

Plywood sheets ( 4’ x 8’ ) - 8

8. Wood sheets & boards (smooth) - assorted

9. Exterior nails, screws, rooÞng screws with rubber washers - 3 large boxes

10. Aluminum Sign blanks ( 18” x 24” & 36” x 48”) - 24

11. Wood or vinyl Fence sections ( Cedar or Wh. ) - 12

12. Wood or vinyl gates - 4

13. Concrete - To be determined

14. Metal rooÞng (White or Gray) - 560 sq. feet

15. Metal siding ( Dark Blue or White) - 360 sq. feet

16. Windows ( 36” x 48’) - 2

17. Shutters ( 36” h. Black or White) - 4

Information, images & where to purchase some items is available.

When donating all materials or funds for a project, an appreciation plaque may be posted.

18. Interior Satin Acrylic paint (White) - 10 gal.

19. Exterior eggshell paint & primer ( Dk. Blue, White or Black) - 20 gallons

20. Steel or Fiberglass Front Door ( White, 36” ) - 1

21. Exterior paint ( Fire Hydrant Red ) - 2 gallons

Please contact Felicia Roth BDE Committee vlakebeauty@icloud.com LV ofÞce 144 East Main Gallatin MO 64640

BUILDING ACCENTS

1. Blue metal, multi compartment locking lockers - 2

2. Powder Coated metal letters & numbers ( White & Black, 4” & 6” ) - assorted

3. Vinyl & reßective letters & numbers ( White, Silver Blue, Orange, etc. 3Ó, 4Ó & 6Ó ) - assorted

1. Weed Matting rolls (thick 4’ x 100’ ) - 800 sq. ft.

2. Decorative River Rock - 8 scoops

3. Larger assorted rock - 100s

4. Gravel - 24 scoops

5. Cedar or Cypress Mulch ( natural ) - 12 scoops

6. Garden edging, stake down ( 1.7” / 2” Bl. ) - 300‘

7. Garden Stakes (plastic or metal) - 400

8. Self Watering rings & mats ( 12”, 24”, 36” ) - 24

9. Small evergreen bushes - 6

10. Weigela Bushes - 6

11. Coneßowers ( purple, pink & yellow) - 12

12. Plastic coated ßex steel cable & zip ties - assort. LANDSCAPING ACCENTS

1. Pergola, Gazebo or Shelter ( Cedar look treated wood, vinyl or powder coated steel.) - 3

2. Arbors ( Cedar or black powder coated steel ) - 2

3. Arbor ( Made of tree branches, clear coated ) - 1

Benches ( Powder Coated Aluminum ) - 3 5. Concrete Tables with benches - 3

Stump stools for seating - 24

Adirondack Chairs ( Blue ) - 6

Boat, Canoe & Kayak, small & real - 3

9. Trellises, curve top (Black, White, 27” & up) - 36

10. Solar Lights ( black or silver, 4x4” post mt. ) - 36

11. Solar Lights ( black or silver, ground stake

Almost everything... you need to know about Lake Viking

Lake Viking 2024 Boards and Committees

Activities Committee

Mary Hibler (Chair), Dustin Hibler, David Hibler, Gail Bush, Resa Wiltse, Leanne Lee, Dan and Connie Weidmaier, Dave & Tina Daniel, Cassie Martin, Jeremy Lillig (Board Contact).

Board of Directors

President, Doug Winter; 1st Vice President, George Eshnaur; 2nd Vice President, Terry Nibarger; Secretary, Michelle Sullivan; Assistant Secretary, Robert Walton; Treasurer, Jeremy Lillig; Assistant Treasurer, Tom Rice.

VVA Board of Directors Meetings are held the second Sunday of each month, at 2:00 p.m. at the clubhouse. All members in good standing are welcome to attend.

Building Committee

Flint Hibler (Chair), Marvin McNabb, Doug Wiltse, Matt Hibler, Al Christifano, Mary Aschbrenner, Jim Miller, Gregory Hall, Sue Morris, Robert Walton (Board Contact). Building Committee Meetings are held the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at the clubhouse. Building permits are required to be approved by the Building Committee prior to the start of any construction as stated in the Covenants, Restrictions, By-Laws, Rules and Regulations of the Viking Valley Association.

Campground Committee

James Funk, (Chair), Mary Hibler , Jeﬀ Spragues, Kathy Price, Charles Sudduth, Randall Davidson, Mike Booth, Flint Hibler, Bob Gates, Michelle Sullivan, Denise Ferguson, George Eshnaur (Board Contact) Dredge & Erosion Committee

Shawn Hepinstall (Chair), Paula Hepinstall, Robert Hayes, Brett Bush, Dave Daniel, Jim Miller, Doug Winter (Board Contact) Finance Committee

Paula Hepinstall (Chair), Steve Danner, Flint Hibler, George Eshnaur, Kevin Euston, Jeremy Lillig, Troy Lesan, Terry Nibarger, Jacque Leslie, Deena Stous ,Michelle Sullivan (Board Contact).

Fishing Committee

Brett Bush (Chair) Shawn Hepinstall, Gary Buck, Troy Knight, Jim Powers, Tom Rice (Board Contact)

Handbook Committee

Mary Miller (Chair), Donna (Archibald) Redden, Kim Spidle, Terri Schlaiss, Michelle Sullivan (Board Contact)

Infraction/Safety

James Funk (Chair), Marvin McNabb, Marianne Hughes, Carl Butcher, Ed White, Bob Shinogle, Safety Coordinator: Jason McTheeney, Anthony Castillo, Terry Nibarger ( Board Contact) Lake Committee

Troy Lesan (Chair) Shirley Leakey, Don Leeper, Carolyn Leeper, Bo Steed, Mike Krehbiel, Sherry Krehbiel, Eric Odette, Robert Walton, Robert Walton (Board Contact)

Email: lakecommittee@gmail.com. Meetings held the 2nd Wed. of the month at 2:00 p.m.

Special Road District

Ron Spidle, Troy Knight, Tony Gronniger Strategic Planning Committee

Matt Nielsen (Chair), Tony Gronniger, Terry Nibarger, Tom Rice, Haley Wright, Anthony Dirks, Sue Wolfe, Nikki Prewitt, David Thomas, Joe Steer, George Eshnaur (Board Contact)

Technology Committee

Kelly Mathenia, Mike Lammers, Jeﬀ Ferguson, (Board Contact) Volunteer Fire Department

Fire Chief-Tony Gronniger, Volunteers: Rusty Hendricks, Gary King, Dennis Schlaiss, DJ Schlaiss, Tanner Hunter, Luke Threlkeld, Mark Closterman, Anthony Dirks, Billy Hunter, Dakota Hiley, Nick Walker, Stephanie Closterman, Jessica Conard, Robert Walton (Board Contact).

The Fire Department meets on the second Friday of the month at 2:00 PM. If you have the interest and the time to serve your community, be sure to attend the next meeting. The monthly siren test will also be done at that time.

Property Owners

You are responsible for your guests and their actions. It is your responsibility to educate them on the rules and regulations of Lake Viking. Lake Viking is private property, but all lots are owned by some other individual. Please do not drive or ride ATVs or bicycles on neighboring lots, or walk across lots to ﬁsh or use others’ property without ﬁrst getting the property owner’s permission.

Please Keep Control of Your Dogs

Dogs are not allowed oﬀ the member’s property and shall be contained by a fenced enclosure or controlled by a leash. Guests’ dogs are included. Violation of this rule may be subject to an Infraction Ticket issued to the property owner.

Public Water Supply District #3

Viking Valley Association

Oﬃce Address: 144 E. Main, Gallatin, MO 64640 660-322-9001 | vvaoﬃce@lakevikingmo.net LakeVikingMO.com

Oﬃce Hours: May 1 - Labor Day Monday-Friday: 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday: 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Day after Labor Day - April 30 Monday-Friday: 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Kyle W. Parkhurst, President, term expires 4/2026 - SubDistrict #3; Harlan Horst, Vice President, term expires 4/2026 - Sub-District #5; Mark Closterman, Secretary, term expires 4/2024 - Sub-District #2; Gary Buck, Director - term expires 4/2024 - Sub-District #1; Mike Lammers, Director term expires 4/2025 - Sub-District #4; Zack Morrison, Superintendent; Gary King, Water Operator; Diane Hulett, Clerk. Board meetings are held on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 4 pm at PWSD #3 oﬃce.

Oﬃce Hours: 8am-4pm • Monday thru Friday.

All payments for metered water bills are to be made payable to Public Water Supply District No. 3 of Daviess County, Missouri. You may abbreviate as PWSD #3. If you have any questions, contact the PWSD No. 3 oﬃce, 116 Waterworks Dr., Gallatin, Mo. 64640 (located at the water plant). Phone 660-663-2771.

Online payments can be made at: https://pwsd3daviess.azurewebsites.net

For the convenience of customers of Public Water Supply District No. 3, a drop box is available at the front door of the oﬃce located at the water plant for the payment of water bills. Payments received after 4 p.m. in the drop box will post the following day. For the convenience of Association members, a drop box is available in the front door of the association oﬃce for the payment of association bills.

Mowing Regulations

You are required to have your lot mowed by May 1st, June 1st and September 1st of each year. If you do not keep your lot mowed, or hire a contract mower, the Association will mow it, and bill you $90.00 for each mowing.

The Association does not want to be in the mowing business. Please self-mow your lot or hire a contract mower to do it for you. All contract mowers are required to submit a customer list to the Association oﬃce. If you are not on their initial list, you may be accidentally billed by the Association, so please contact your mower early. The below listed mowers have registered with the Association oﬃce and can usually be reached in the evening. There may be other mowers who advertise in the Lake Viking News.

Contract Mowers Can Save You Money

Eric Critten

Randy Gatton

Mark Hoig

Gary Salmon

Jeﬀ Hoppenthaler

660-663-9122

660-663-9348

816-726-2644

660-663-9363

660-663-7951

Rick Roberts 816-558-2825

Mow Betta Lawn Care 816-465-0178

Patriot Lawn & Landscaping 573-944-0802

Pain In The Grass, Steven Carlton 660-322-2988

Jake Cameron 816-288-1067

Mims Wilson 515-333-1548

Building Permit Notice

Building Permits are required, but not limited to the following projects: fences, storage shed, shelters, decks, boat docks, boat houses, room additions, porches and any alteration of the roof line; and any other construction that requires large earth moving equipment, concrete trucks and other equipment that requires multiple axle trailers. Failure to comply with building regulations could result in a minimum ﬁne of $500 and loss of lake privileges. Any construction not in compliance with these regulations could result in forced relocation of the structure.

Watch When and Where You Burn!

Anytime you are burning brush, etc., on your lot, make certain you are burning on your lot and not someone else’s property. Unattended burning is prohibited and burning is not allowed when winds are in excess of 15 mph and shall be subject to an Infraction Ticket and ﬁne.

Member Reminders

• Helmets are required to be worn when operating a motorcycle within the Lake Viking Subdivision.

• Goose population control is hard to manage... The ﬁrst step in this process is DO NOT FEED THE GEESE!

Emergency Phone Numbers

* DAVIESS COUNTY EMERGENCY 911 Ambulance - Fire - Rescue * Fire - Lake Viking Fire Dept 911 To Report Fire Only

* Lake Viking Safety Patrol 660-322-9001 ext.1 * Sheriﬀ, Daviess Co. 660-663-2031 Sheriﬀ Larry Adams or 660-663-2149 * Highway Patrol (Emergencies) 1-800-525-5555

Important Phone Numbers

* Association Oﬃce 660-322-9001 ext. 4

* Public Water Supply District #3 of Daviess County (Water Plant) 660-663-2771 Emergency after hours 660-605-3183

* Farmers Electric Co-op., Inc. During business hours 1-800-279-0496 After Hours . .

. . . . 1-800-927-5334 Aﬀordable Disposal LLC 816-238-8933 * Windstream Telephone Company Customer Service (Residential) 1-800-347-1991 Repair Service 1-800-782-6206

Daviess County PWSD #3 Open Meeting: April 23, 2024

CALL TO ORDER

Kyle Parkhurst, President (2026), called the meeting to order at 4:00pm which was held at the water plant. Members in attendance were Harlan Horst (2026), Mark Closterman (2024), and Gary Buck (2024). Mike Lammers (2025) was unable to attend. Also in attendance were Zack Morrison, Water Superintendent, and Diane Hulett, Clerk.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Gary Buck made a motion to approve the minutes of the March 19, 2024 Board Meeting. Harlan Horst seconded. All members were in favor; motion carried.

PUBLIC COMMENT

There was no public comment.

OLD BUSINESS

Zack reported that one of the older Granular Activated Units, which was still under warranty by Hogan’s Painting, was recently repaired. The four GAC units from the old water plant can now be traded in on the purchase of two stainless steel GAC units from Carbon Central.

NEW BUSINESS

Financial Report:

The ﬁnancial reports and bills were reviewed and discussed. Harlan Horst moved to approve the March ﬁnancial reports as submitted and

approve the bills and transfers. Mark Closterman seconded. All members voted to approve; motion carried.

Reinvestment of CD#21942 which is due to mature at the end of the month was discussed. Harlan Horst made a motion to invest the $40,000 in a 6mo CD with Farmer’s Bank at the special rate of 5.0%. Mark Closterman seconded. All members voted in favor; motion approved.

Reorganization of the board after the recent election was discussed. Harlan Horst made a motion to retain the same ofﬁcers. Gary Buck seconded. All members voted to approve; motion carried.

DISCUSSION

Superintendent Report:

Zack informed the board he has been working on the GAC addition project to get a clear idea on the cost. Bartlett & West’s estimated engineering fees would be $68,000 but Zack is going to check with a couple other engineers to compare ﬁgures. Zack reported that the pilot study for the addition of permanganate to the treatment process has been completed and he is now waiting for DNR approval. He also noted that the standpipe was drained, cleaned, and reﬁlled recently, and that a total of four leak repairs, three reconnects, and one meter installation were completed within the past month.

Kyle Parkhurst, President, announced the next meeting would be May 28, 2024, at the water plant. The meeting was adjourned at 5:30pm.

Respectfully Submitted, Mark Closterman

Active Aging Resource Center Menu

Active Aging Resource Center - serving times 11-12:15 Monday-Friday

109 S Main, P O Box 272, Gallatin, MO - phone 660-663-2828

Chili

Lemon Pepper Fish

Mixed Vegetables Cole Slaw

Roast Beef

Mashed Potatoes & Gravy

Honey Baked Ham Closed

Baked Sweet Potatoes for Fruit Juice Peas Green Beans Buttered Corn Independence Mandarin Oranges Strawberries & Bananas Apple Crisp Fresh Fruit Day Blood Pressures Comfort Care 11-12

Chicken Strips

BINGO 10:00 Game Day 4-7 8 9

Sausage & Cheese Tortellini

Spinach Lettuce Salad, Bread Stick

Tri Taters Cauliflower

Chicken Salad

Beef Tips & Gravy

Tuna Casserole

Pickled Beets over Rice Cornbread, Peas

Cole Slaw, Crackers

Broccoli, Green Beans Carrots Fresh Fruit Strawberry Shortcake Mandarin Oranges Blushing Pears Apples

BINGO 10:00

Pork Steak Hot Turkey Sandwich

Sweet Potatoes with Mashed Potatoes

Green Beans Peas & Carrots

Baked Chicken

Beef Stroganoff Ham Steak

Hash Brown Casserole over Noodles Au gratin Potatoes

Baked Beans

Spiced Pineapple Applesauce Fruit Fluff

Swiss Steak

Chicken Fried Steak

Goulash

Broccoli, Cauliflower Honey Glazed Carrots

Peaches, Cake Fruit Salad

Board Meeting 10:00

Sausage Meatloaf over Rice, Buttered Corn

Mashed Potatoes

Creamed Peas Green Beans

Fruit Cocktail with Gelatin Fruit Mix

BINGO 10:00

Lettuce Salad

Bread Stick, Carrots

Hot Spiced Apples

Chair Yoga 10:00

Onions

Biscuit & Gravy

Baked Potato

Breakfast Potatoes Broccoli & Cauliflower

Fresh Fruit, Fruit Juice Cinnamon Pineapple

Tomatoes

Sweet Potatoes Peaches

Mixed Fruit

Pears, Cinnamon Rolls

Mandarin Oranges Cherry Crisp

June 2024

Finance Committee Minutes

Call to order 5:00PM Thursday, June 6, 2024, by Chair Paula Hepinstall on ZOOM. Attendees: Terry Nibarger, Deena Stous, Steve Danner, Kevin Euston, Flint Hibler, Jacque Leslie, Michelle Sullivan, Troy Lesan, Jeﬀ Ferguson, Cathy Poindexter, and Doug Winter.

Discussion:

May 2024 Financial Documents So far, Dues and Assessment collections are at approximately 90% YTD. Paula pointed out that “Membership Dues,” the first income line item on the VVA Financials, shows that Membership is not increasing. This line item amount indicates the number of Dues paying members is down (from an all-time high of 1404). Today we are at around 1100, but the drop in dues paying members is partially offset by the fact that there are more multiple lot owners. Membership Dues ($75) are paid only on first lot owned.

In other discussion, Doug noted a year to date increase in Safety wages. Questions were raised on Credit Card expenses, and it was pointed out that the Quickbooks format provides for ledger entry explanations of these expenses.

Morgan Stanley Update – Terry explained that the fund was at $1,659,173 at the end of May and up to over 1,672,971 at meeting time. Gain for the month of May was $32,675 and YTD at $73,870. This represents a 2% return for May and 4% YTD. Terry also reminded group that the fund still has $907,000 in money market accounts with a current yield of around 5%.

Terry added that the Morgan Stanley Fund has performed well, but he questioned our accountant’s classiﬁcation of the earnings as realized gains since no equities have been sold by VVA. Doug also concurred stating that this would make a difference in terms of tax liability. Paula will consult accountant on this question and it was suggested that approval of Finance Statements be deferred until next month pending reply from accountant.

2023 FY Audit – Jeﬀ reported that everything has been gathered in and revised for the audit with ﬁnal approval and publishing date by the auditor soon to come.

Jetty Project Update –Jeﬀ reported that construction of Jetty was close to completion with clean-up of area and roads into area forthcoming. Additional electrical for the Beech One area and placement of dock slips in the jetty area is also pending. It was noted that the fund for lake amenities would still have some money left for other projects around the clubhouse

Sale of lake owned lots – 11 lots were sold in May totaling $30,544.95 - YTD total $120,544.95

Sale of VVA owned lot 717 – $230,000. After some delay, closing will be June 7.

2025 Budget – This budget needs to be finalized in July, presented to the BOD in August, and the members in Sept. so it can be voted on at the annual meeting in October. Paula will provide an excel spreadsheet with columns for 2025 new budget, YTD 2024, 2024 budget, variances, and notes. Jeff and Cathy will do a first pass and send back to Paula. She will forward to the Budget Committee (also including Doug Winter and Deena Stous) who will then to meet with Jeff and Cathy to go through the budget line item by line item.

Capital Expenditure Schedule for additional amenities. Discussion was entertained in regard to additional playground equipment near Beach 1 and upgrade of existing playground amenities at clubhouse. Paula suggested a proposal that the VVA put $60,000 in proposed 2025 Cap X schedule for improvements of amenities which would translate to $55 per member. Paula stressed the imperative of keeping total Cap X at $250,000 - $275,000 in order to stay within a 0% to 5% assessment increase. Jeﬀ reminded the group that the 50 yearold swimming pool will need a major upgrade in the future.

Beautiﬁcation Committee Question was raised if this committee could oversee the painting of the playground equipment?

Lake Director Report Jeff mentioned that this year’s dredging was very successful and goals were met. He also noted that with some employees moving on to different jobs, the VVA is slightly understaffed at present.

Mastercard/Visa Settlement Update Kevin Euston noted that this process is slow. So much so that ﬁling deadline has been moved from May 31 back to August 31.

Farm Programs Update Jeﬀ reported that haying on VVA land will begin in July. Steve Danner reported that diﬀerent options with Rural Development programs are still being explored.

Adjourn With no further business, Meeting adjourned at 6:40 PM.

Minutes respectfully submitted by Troy Lesan

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• Shawn also thanked the maintenance department who have installed weirs and have maintained water access.

• Shawn discussed members must dredge the area around and under their deck as the dredging project does not do this.

Fishing Committee

• June Bass Tournament had four teams. The largest ﬁsh caught in the tournament was a 6.1 lb. bass. $700.00 was raised from the tournament. An additional $100.00 donation was received.

• Crappie Tournament was cancelled. There were two donations for this tournament.

• July 6, 2024 Pancake Breakfast will be held from 9:00 am to noon. Chris Cakes will provide both food and entertainment.

• Fishing committee has built eight ﬁsh structures. These structures have not been placed yet.

• Brett Bush indicated maps will be available at the VVA ofﬁce.

• All monies raised through activities and donations are used for restocking the lake. Fall stocking of the lake was discussed and Brett Bush indicated the amount depends on the funds raised. Yellow Perch will probably be stocked in the fall with Walleye stocked in subsequent stockings.

Tech Committee

Jeff Ferguson reported: No Report

Beautiﬁcation

Exploratory Committee

Felicia Roth reported on the progress made by the Committee. Their goal is to: 1. Refresh, improve and beneﬁt the Lake’s environment and community. 2. Explore ways for VVA to raise funds for future expenses. 3. Envision, plan, prepare & create. 4. Design projects that will not raise dues or association fees and will provide positive opportunities for the community.

Accomplishments

• Lake Viking VVA ofﬁce painted and refreshed.

• New Lake Viking themed Fund-Raising merchandise is on display and for sale in the VVA Ofﬁce lobby.

Priority Projects Ongoing

Designing, Refreshing or Creating

• Entrance and Community Area Signs

• Safety & Fire Buildings

• Lower level of Clubhouse

• Informational Glass Marquee in the Parking Lot

• Banner display and light zone, conﬁrmed reinstallation

• Lake Viking Merchandise website

• Proposal - Wildﬂower Park – Proposal Updates

Nathan Mechin with the Missouri Department of Conservation gave a presentation on wildﬂowers including preparation, growing time and cost of the project. He presented options which potentially could cover the entire cost of the wildﬂower garden.

Mark Closterman, Lot 1900, voiced concerns about the location of the wildflower park and the problems he and his family may encounter with the various insects, etc. which will come along with the project. Mark asked for the committee to consider choosing another location which was not adjacent to his property for the project. Discussion ensued Tom Rice ask the Beautification Committee to research alternative locations for the wildflower park. Vote on going forward with the wildflower park project was tabled until alternative locations can be researched. Jeff Ferguson was asked to work with Felicia to identify alternative sites.

Managing Directors Report

Jeff Ferguson, Managing Director, reported:

• Jetty is near completion. When completed cleanup will begin. This will include rebuilding the road when the dig out is completed.

• Lot 59 and Community Area 4 were approved for sale March 1, 2020 at the price of $114,000.00. Updated price for 2024 is $149,000.00 and will be offered to members for purchase for 60 days before placement with a realtor.

• A new A/C unit was installed in the Clubhouse as the old unit failed and could not be repaired.

APPROVAL OF FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

President, Doug Winter, stated that we would wait until the July 2024 meeting to approve the May 2024 Financials as there are some questions which are being researched.

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GUEST TIME

One guest was on the agenda for the June 9,2024 board meeting.

Mac’s Docks The representatives of this company asked for an alternative place where a dock which has been built outside of Lake Viking and brought in on a trailer could be launched into the lake. They have contracts for three docks in the next few months and are not sure the easement beside the homes is large enough to get the dock launched into the water to ﬁnish the installation. Several alternatives were discussed by the company including using the Marina dock, using the Yacht club ramp to launch, or possibly bringing the dock in on a trailer and then having a helicopter pick up the dock and place it in the water. A resolution was not reached on Mac’s Docks questions but Doug Winter indicated we would need to review our contract with the Marina and look at other potential options. The request was tabled until more research can be done.

BOARD DISCUSSION

1. South End Clean Up Discussion ensued concerning the need for cleanup and a face lift on the property at the South end of the lake. There are piles of dirt which is not eye pleasing. Suggestions discussed were dozing dirt hills out and planting grass to give a more appealing view. Also discussed was planting fast growing trees which would conceal the problem. Steps discussed for the south end include 1. Removing culverts which are restricting water ﬂow, Pave 165th Street and change trafﬁc routing to use 165th Street.

2. Real Estate Signs Discussion on this topic included the rule which only allows one for sale sign on an improved property. Waterfront lots cannot put signs on both the water

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and the street side when the property is for sale. A decision on this issue was deferred to next months board meeting.

3. Dump Issues Discussion included misuse of Trash Bins for disposing of items which do not belong in the bins and persons who are not lot owners using the dump. There are rules listed on the sign at the dump and it was agreed that infractions should be issued to persons misusing the dump area,

ADJOURN

A motion was made by George Eshnaur and seconded by Robert Walton to adjourn to Executive Session at 3:55 pm to discuss legal, personnel, and Board organizational matters. The motion passed unanimously.

ATTENDANCE

A sign-in Attendance Sheet is on record at the Office for reference. Let the record show that these minutes are a record of the business transacted at this meeting and are a sampling of the discussions. Comments and discussions are not reflected in whole or as actual quotations in the minutes, nor do they reflect all comments by members.

Respectfully Submitted Michelle Sullivan, Secretary Board of Directors, Viking Valley Association