LAKE ALEXANDER PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION

BOARD MEETING

Monday April 20^th, 2009 --6:00 P.M.

Scandia Valley Town Hall

Members Present: Dr, Bill Faber, Margaret Flolid, , Darline Molde, Gordy Schenian., Chuck Schiemo, Alice

Sunde, Dan Surma, Tom Trutwin

A motion was made by Margaret, seconded by Dan to approve the minutes of the October 20^th, 2008 Board Meeting Minutes. Motion carried

Treasurer Margaret reported that expenditures for the past six months were $676.87,giving our checking account a balance of $4,677.70. Total assets, which includes certificates of deposit, are $33,696.83.A motion was made by Chuck, seconded by Gordy, to approve the Treasurer’s report. Motion carried.

The ice is still on the lake; however, the water level appears to be high .It was observed that there might be a beaver dam built in the culvert that leads into the though fare. If that is the case, the township would be responsible for cleaning the debris.

Steve Sunde will once again be in charge of the chemical monitoring program, taking samples of lake water to determine phosphate, chlorophyll A, and nitrate levels. The MPCA has a website that includes secchi disc readings.

Permits have been submitted for chemical treatment of Eurasian Watermilfoil and Curly Leaf Pondweed. A total of 110 acres will be treated, leaving a buffer of 15.53 acres for treatment of new areas as well as treatment by individual homeowners for near shore infestation. The past winter, cold, good snow cover and late ice out, has been favorable in hindering weed growth. Projected date of treatment is approximately May 15^th,depending on water temperature.

No major surveys are planned for this year. A lake wide assessment is scheduled for the year 2010.\

Jane Starz is no longer in charge of Planning and Zoning; applications for the position have been sought .. There may be a change in the Campgrounds and RV Park ordinances which are being reviewed.

Association membership stands at 308 for the year 2008. There was a by-law change that was passed at the annual meeting; the dues are now $15.00 per year.

Chuck attended a Lake Shore Restoration seminar at the Brainerd Arboretum in March which was very well attended.. The Board felt that this is a worthwhile project for our association to sponsor locally. It was deemed that a Saturday morning in either July or August would be the optimal time for the seminar. The cost would be minimal. Jim Lilienthal and Helen McClennan will be contacted for their assistance and guidance. Chuck will work with Dr. Bill in initiating this project.

The date has been set for July 11^th and the same format for the meeting will be followed as in past years. It was decided that a well water testing for nitrates will be conducted from 8;30-9:30 A.M. courtesy of the Soil and Water Conservation District. There will be no cost for this service. Tom will contact Helen McClennan to make arrangements for this service.

Gordy will chair the nominating committee with assistance from Tom and Chuck.

The three incumbents, Margaret, Dr. Bill, and Dan have expressed a desire to seek another term. Gordy will put their names into nomination, along with any others who wish to serve on the Board, and ask for additional nominations from the floor.

The newsletter will be sent to all property owners along with a dues notice. Articles are requested from the prospective committee chairmen ,to be submitted by May 15^th

Margaret will contact the Morrison County Court House and request a disc containing names and addresses of

all property owners on the lake plus mailing labels

The date for the Board Meeting to finalize plans for the annual meeting will be at 7:00 P.M. on Monday, June 22^nd, at the Scandia Valley Town .This will follow the LID Board Meeting at 6:00 P.M. on the same date

The meeting was adjourned at 7:05 P.M.

Respectfully submitted.,

Darline Molde

Secretary