CLPOC Board Minutes CLPOC BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING Saturday, November 20, 2021 (Highland Haus) 1. Call to order: The meeting was called to order by Paul Szymkowicz, President at 9:00 a.m. Board members present were: Dan Rice and Steve Wilcox. John Colley, Vice President, James French, Treasurer, Linda Tilley, Secretary, Jerry Juncker, Bob Halpin (via Zoom) and Dan Altier attended via Zoom. 2. Staff members: Greg Babbitt, Lindsay Holcomb, Kim Dowell 3. Approval of the Agenda: Treasurer French made a comment that the Lot Default Ad Hoc Committee, once delivering its final report, according to Robert’s Rules of Order, ceases to exist. Director Halpin stated that the Committee would be disbanded at the December, 2021 Board Meeting. President Szymkowicz asked if the Board was in agreement for a one-time exemption, the Agenda would remain as presented. Motion by Halpin / Support French, Approved 8/0 AUSTIN AND MORTON TOWNSHIP REPORTS: 1. Austin Township met and discussed road issues. It was decided to use the same road contractor as last year. The service was better albeit a little more expensive than the County Road Commission. Federal money is being held by the County Road Commission; they have requested the county give more support for the roads. 2. Mark Klumpp of Morton Township presented the report. The Township hired new building-zoning inspector. He has a meeting scheduled with Casey Smith and Kristin Wilcox of CLPOC. It is understood that the CLPOC approves building requests before Township will issue a permit. Recycle compactor has been installed and now they are working on traffic flow. Township Fire Chief is now a full-time position, this will improve training and response. Walking and bike trail is now open in Mecosta, from Franklin St to 90th. This trail is 48
now known as White Pine Trail, Mecosta Loop. The Township sold last the last 3 lots in the business park. A new rescue vehicle, a white suburban, has been purchased and saving money and modernizing the response vehicle. The Valley Court paving project is complete. The Township has requested the County Road commission to provide more of the allocated funds for local roads. A Short-term Rental legislation has passed the Michigan House, headed to the Michigan Senate. This bill takes away local control of requirements for shortterm rental properties. Reach out to your senator or to Township officers for more information. Director Wilcox asked if the full-time fire chief might increase the ISO rating. The blight ordinance by the Township are on the township website. Rice asked about the duration of short-term rentals, as changed by the legislation. Up to 30% of the property would be allocated to allow short-term rentals. 3. Director Altier left the call at 9:17 a.m. 4. President’s Report: President Szymkowicz thanked the members attending and the members who will watch this meeting online. It seems like yesterday the snow was melting and Spring was on its way. After a wonderful summer on the lakes, various courts and golf courses, it is time to close up for Fall. He thanked the staff members and volunteers for their support and efforts. He wished everyone a great holiday season and expressed wishes to stay safe. 5. Financial Report: Controller Dowell presented the current financial statements. Note: As of the end of October, 228 lots have outstanding 2020 balances and 164 lots have outstanding balances from 2019. Efforts to collect are ongoing. COMMITTEE REPORTS: 1. ACC: Secretary Tilley reported that the committee met on November T h e C a n ad i a n L a ke r
19, approving one new home, one garage addition and one fence. The committee anticipates receiving a request for at least one new home at the December meeting. As of that meeting, 23 new homes have been approved and one home in a subdivision we do not control was approved. Most of the homes are either completed or under construction. Others are hopeful to begin before the winter weather arrives. 2. CLA Liaison: Director Rice reports the CLA met in November. Previous events: October 30, Halloween Dance; October 31, Trick or Treat at the Castle (over 500 members and family attended); November 4, Cookoff (Curtis Wolf won); November 6, New Member Welcome Event; November 8, Gal’s Night Out; November 11, CLA Veteran Event (22 veterans were honored). Upcoming events: Saturday, November 27, Christmas Craft show at Castle; December 5, Christmas Concert; December 9-10, Judging of Holiday Home Decorating Contest; December 31, New Year’s Eve party. Monthly CLA Member drawing winners were Kevin and Debra Post. Currently the CLA has 947 members. Please check the CLA website for event details and remember, the membership directory is a wonderful asset. 3. Executive: The committee met to discuss pending legal issues and the Hoover Dam report. General Manager Babbitt was asked if CLDC naming rights and acquisition agreement is complete, yes, it has been completed. Secretary Tilley gave a soft report on the IT program search, and there was a discussion of the possible need for Code of Conduct for BOD members. 4. Finance: Treasurer French reports the committee met to review 2022 budget statistics, 2021 final audit report and 2023 budget. There will be a presentation on the status of the 5-year funding plan at the Annual Members Meeting later today.
