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June 14th meeting

LAKE ALEXANDER PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
BOARD MEETING
Monday June 14th, 2010 --6:30 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 Gordy, seconded by Tom to approve the minutes of the April 26th, 2010 Board Meeting Minutes. Motion carried
Treasurer’s Report:
Treasurer Margaret reported that our checking account balance is $1,233.02. Total assets, which include certificates of deposit, are $35,962.01.A motion was made by Alice, seconded by Gordy, to approve the Treasurer’s report. Motion carried.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Bogs/Water Level:
The water level is high, and it was reported that FishTrap is 6 inches higher than normal. It is suspected that the Fish Trap Creek outlet is plugged. Another contributing factor is that the month of June has produced more rain than in previous years and cooler temperatures. The LID will be notified of a bog on the south shore that needs to be relocated.
Aquatic Vegetation/Water Quality:
Steve Sunde has not heard from the chemical monitoring agency concerning this year’s study; Alice will call the RMB Labs in Detroit Lakes. If payment is needed, our lake association will reimburse any necessary monies to continue the program.
Professional Lake Management treated Curly Leaf Pondweed on May 12th; Eurasian milfoil was chemically treated on May 25th. Results are pending.
Fisheries:
The entire report of the fish survey this spring is now posted on the DNR web site. It showed an excellent fishing report; 692 muskies are 30 inches and above in length; the walleye fry survival rate exceeded expectations, and the pan fish numbers are high
Land
. Use/Planning and Zoning:
The statewide regulation mandating septic systems changes are now on hold until 2012. It was agreed that Planning and Zoning Administrator Mark Anderson be invited to explain changes and answer questions at the Annual meeting.
Membership:
Membership dues are coming in at a fast clip. There are approximately 460 riparian property owners on Lake Alexander
OLD BUSINESS
Lake Shore Restoration Seminar:
It was reported that only about 12 people attended the seminar held on June 5th. Representatives from Crook Lake and Shamineau were amongst the attendees. The presentation by Jane Froeming was excellent.
A motion was made by Chuck, seconded by Alice, to purchase the CD “Restore Your Shore” for sharing it with interested property owners. Motion carried. Dr Bill will obtain the CD and it will be available at the Annual Meeting.
NEW BUSINESS
Annual Meeting:
The date has been set for July 17th and the same format for the meeting will be followed as in past years. Margaret will check with Coborns to inquire about rolls; a second choice will be Randall Gosch’s. Alice will recruit registration personnel and also make ballots for election of officers. Board members are encouraged to be at the Town Hall before 8:00 A.M. to help with set-up.
Nominating Committee:
Gordy will chair the nominating committee with assistance from Tom and Dan.
The three incumbents, Alice, Bob Andersen, and Chuck 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.
Clean-Up Day:
Several parties have expressed a desire to have the lake association sponsor another clean-up day in the fall of 2010 for disposal of appliances, electronics, etc. It was decided to bring it to the membership for their approval. Alice will be willing to chair the project if approved. Again, a $10.00 credit for lake association members will be granted…
Topographical Map of Lake Alexander:
Chuck will investigate the cost and feasibility of putting such a map at the two public accesses. If the cost is reasonable, the project will be brought up at the Annual Meeting for approval from the membership.
Minnesota Waters:
Upon receiving notice, LAPOA will pay membership dues in accordance with last year’s dues.
Date of Next Board Meeting:
The date for the Board Meeting to re-cap the Annual Meeting will be at 6:30 P.M. on Monday, August 2nd, at the Scandia Valley Town.
Adjourn:
The meeting was adjourned at 7:45 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Darline Molde
Secretary