Minutes were approved for the special executive session on September 30, 2007.  The meeting was called by Ed De Iulio to discuss new developments in the court case between the Country Walk Homeowner’s Association (HOA), Inc. (plaintiff), and CESI Corporation (defendants).  The Board then went into executive session to discuss the case.

Accomplishments during the past month.

• The Clubhouse roof was replaced, and the dormers removed, for $7300 as budgeted.  The new roof should provide additional protection, as there was previously no roofing felt under the dormers.  This has been corrected.  Also, ridge vents were inserted.

Treasurer Rocco Cioffoletti distributed an updated budget.  Main items of discussion were the following.

• The insurance estimate of $2200 came in at $2345.
• The Accounting Bill from the CESI Case came out to a final total of $9257.84.  This amount is $645.84 more than the $8612 figure reported in the last set of minutes.  The bill is now paid in full.
• The treasurer reiterated that a Clubhouse overrun of $1095 is due to replacement of guardhouse posts.
• The treasurer reiterated that the Duke Power overrun of $100 is due to the construction of a power pole on the Old Knoll House property.
• Mention was made that irrigation and maintenance costs include that of two new heads and a backflow testing.

Discussion of Old Business

• Subdivision vehicle violations were discussed. In an effort to maintain property values by enforcing the restrictions explicitly stated in the covenants, the Board is conducting research on appropriate legal actions against recreational vehicles.
• Continuing discussions took place regarding the fixing, relocation, and/or removal of the privacy fence located along highway 123.  No definitive plan has been made.  A subdivision meeting is still planned and, in addition, Steve will talk to homeowners bordering the privacy fence.  Actions must be consistent with the available budget.
• Subdivision fees were discussed.  No raise is expected for 2008.

Discussion of New Business

• The pool will close on 10/15/07.
• The pool attendant, Denise Burton, requests a blower.  The recommendation is for electric, as opposed to gas, due to less maintenance and unit weight.  This item will be placed in the budget for next year.  The Board will wait for the power completion in the pool area so that electric cords are not strung across the pool area.  Power will eventually be supplied to the gazebo and gate lights.
• Nonresident usage of subdivision facilities is becoming a problem.  No individuals are to use subdivision amenities without being an invited guest in the presence of a resident.  Violations are particularly severe relative to the pool area.  Upon investigation, the Board learned that four No Trespassing signs must be clearly posted in order to call the police.  Signs will be ordered for next year.  The Pool Committee will also be consulted for ideas on how to prevent violations.
• Concern was expressed that the trees extending up to the front eaves of the Clubhouse may cause damage.  The Landscaping Committee will be contacted to have these trees trimmed.
• Board members have been approached by various individuals relative to the purchase of common areas.  Contacts have been made by nonresidents who wish to buy common area lots for building homes, and by residents who wish common areas bordering their houses.  The Board is unanimous in their decision that the common areas are for the enjoyment of all, and that no land will be sold.
• Board members have been contacted for placing recreational items such as swing sets, trampolines, and batting cages on common areas.  The Board is unanimously opposed for two main reasons.  First, liability issues are involved.  Second, the Board feels strongly that the common areas are for the enjoyment of all.
• Board members have received requests for maintaining and/or upgrading additional common areas.  All requests are being considered subject to the available budget.  The Board does not wish to raise annual fees, so a compromise must be struck.
• An abandoned vehicle parked at the Clubhouse was towed.

Committee Chairman Inputs

Social

Nothing to report.

Landscaping

Nothing to report.

Pool

Scheduled to close on 10/15/07.  Janet Klodowski and Helen Cioffoletti volunteered to sdrub the lip under the pool before the pool closed.

ACC

Nothing to report.

Rules and Regulations Committee

No response.

Clubhouse

Ed did not call the committee chair.

Web Page Committee

Nothing to report.

Legal Committee

Discussed in executive session.

The next Board meeting is tentatively scheduled for 7 pm on November 4^th at the Clubhouse.

The meeting concluded at 9:05 pm.

Respectfully submitted,

Warren P. Adams

Secretary, Country Walk Board