B.O.D. Candidates

2021 BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION CANDIDATES

Meet the candidates who have decided to run for the 2021 Board of Director’s election. Each year you, as a Pocono Farms homeowner, have the opportunity and the responsibility to select those of your fellow members who will serve youon our Board of Directors. You have a voice in your Association and its future through our Board of Directors. Take this opportunity to inform yourself, and then vote for the candidates who you believe will be the best people to work with OUR other Board members to guide our Association towards the future.

Jim Ribardo

Pocono Farms Member for 42 years

OCCUPATION: Former teacher; retired commercial insurance agent

COMMITTEES, CLUBS, VOLUNTEER WORK & OTHER

ACTIVITIES PARTICIPATED IN: PFCC Board of Directors (97-00, 19-22). Committees: Ad Hoc Insurance (25 years), Long Range Planning, Golf, Nominations & Elections. I have provided photographs for display in our community restaurant, offices, website, pro shop and community advertising. I am a member of the fitness center, and have participated in go It: bocce & dart leagues.

SKILLS, TALENTS, OR SPECIALIZED TRAINING:

BS in Ed & MA Seton Hall University. My work experience primarily involved small business owners, contractors, professionals, aud several homeowner associations very similar to PFCCA.

MOTIVATION FOR SEEKING SEAT ON THE BOARD:

Pocono Farms is my home! I want the best community possible to benefit all of our present and future residents.

BOARD INFLUENCE & DIRECTION / GOVERNANCE

OF COMMUNITY: Pocono Fanns has always experienced periods of growth. Recent real estate developments have brought changes that effect everyone. Prior Boards have always addressed the immediate situations facing residents. We must continue in a fiscally responsible manner, but long range planning should become an even greater priority.

WHY SHOULD THE MEMBERSHIP ELECT ME: I have many years experience working with our community management and board. I will try to be positive and objective while listening to all. Thank you.

Collette Houston Ong ANNUAL MEETING REMINDER

SATURDAY JULY 16 AT 10:00AM

Pocono Farms Member for 16 years

OCCUPATION: Vice President, Clinical Research Compliance at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York City

COMMITTEES, CLUBS, VOLUNTEER WORK & OTHER ACTIVITIES PARTICIPATED IN:

• Pocono Farms Board of Directors for six years (July 2014 – July 2019), 2 consecutive 3 year terms • Board Treasurer, 4 years • Board Finance Committee Liaison, 4 years (July 2016–July 2019) • Board Ad-Hoc Grill, Pub, Banquet

Committee Liaison (2017-2018) • Board Recreation Committee Liaison, 2 years (July 2014–July 2015) • Member, Recreation Committee,

August 2013-July 2014 • Supporter of Pocono Farms Swim Team (2009–2021) • PFCCA Golf Scholarship Interviewer (Community Member, 2021, Board Member 2017)

SKILLS, TALENTS, OR SPECIALIZED TRAINING:

• Dedicated and committed employee; have worked at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center for over 35 years • Responsible for over 150 staff, $35 million budget, ensure compliance with federal, state and institutional regulations and policies • Extensive management and leadership skills • Respect and appreciation for Pocono Farms Country

Club – the Community, the People, the Organization, the Management, and our beautiful surroundings • Mother of two high school children who are being raised in Pocono Farms and love it just as much I do

MOTIVATION FOR SEEKING SEAT ON THE BOARD:

Having served on the Board of Directors for six years, and as the Board Treasurer for four years, I have a comprehensive understanding of Pocono Farms Country Club, the needs of our community, the financial status of the community and I want to bring that experience back to the Board of Directors. I have the utmost respect and admiration for our Board of Directors, their commitment to Pocono Farms is impressive. I would like the opportunity to continue giving back in a productive and thoughtful way to our community. There are many challenges that Board of Directors must face, and I am willing and able to put my experience, love, and dedication to the Farms to help work through those challenges.

BOARD INFLUENCE & DIRECTION / GOVERNANCE

OF COMMUNITY: Today, we are continuing to experience uncharted territory. This global pandemic has impacted us in so many ways and will continue to do so for quite some time. Our lives are drastically changed, focusing on social distancing, and keeping our family members safe. Learning our “new normal’. Having spent the past 35+ years of my professional career in health care, and having worked through some of the challenges that COVID-19 has placed on us as individuals, community members, residents of the state of Pennsylvania, I would like to bring my knowledge and experience to help us rebuild, learn and grow from this experience.

WHY SHOULD THE MEMBERSHIP ELECT ME:

The members should elect me because they think I am the right candidate. My track record, knowledge and experience should help them recognize my strengths and commitment to Pocono Farms. Thank you for considering me.

Bill Weimer Jr. Pocono Farms Member for 11 years

OCCUPATION: Walmart DC6080 Training Manager

COMMITTEES, CLUBS, VOLUNTEER WORK & OTHER

ACTIVITIES PARTICIPATED IN: 23 year volunteer firefighter for Coolbaughtap Vol. Fire Co., Liaison to Parks & Rec Comittee, Liason to Envirionmental Advisory Council & the Township, Member/Treasurer Pocono Mountain Regional Police

SKILLS, TALENTS, OR SPECIALIZED TRAINING:

Many years in budgeting and project management that has allowed for expanding services to the community. As a supervisor with Coolbaugh Township helping goals to make this a continued place to live.

MOTIVATION FOR SEEKING SEAT ON THE BOARD:

Since retiring as the Fire Chief, I am looking to become part of something bigger in my home community by working with a diverse group to bring projects and events for all our members.

BOARD INFLUENCE & DIRECTION / GOVERNANCE

OF COMMUNITY: Creating a stable budget that will allow for services to grow that allows for more community involvement, for all ages to enjoy. Improvements to the beach, clubhouse and events offered.

Why should the membership elect you to the Board of

Directors? To bring a fresh perspective and focus that the community can reach out to me and know what can be delivered.

Pete Volpe Pocono Farms Member for 32 years

OCCUPATION: I retired from New York Police Dept. and Pocono Mountain School District

COMMITTEES, CLUBS, VOLUNTEER WORK & OTHER

ACTIVITIES PARTICIPATED IN: Multiple times in the past, I have had the privilege of serving on the Board of Directors and at times serving as the Association’s Vice President. I have been on the Pool, Recreation, House, Finance, Long Range Planning and Crime Watch Committee’s I have also served as the Vice President for the support staff at Pocono Mountain School District

SKILLS, TALENTS, OR SPECIALIZED TRAINING: I am a people person who listens to what people are really saying. I have a good feel for what is really happening in our community. I have been involved in many of the activities of Pocono Farms for the last thirty years. I have a good sense of our history and fell for what should be done now. MOTIVATION FOR SEEKING SEAT ON THE BOARD: I am motivated by a sense of giving back to the Community that I love to live in. Betty Ann and I are fortunate that our daughter Jaclyn has had the experience and enjoyment of growing up in the farms.

BOARD INFLUENCE & DIRECTION / GOVERNANCE

OF COMMUNITY: I would encourage future Boards to maximized the return on our amenities while using the fiscal prudence needed in these challenging economic times. We must adapt our policies to the changing needs of a changing population.

WHY SHOULD THE MEMBERSHIP ELECT ME: I am an open-minded, objective person who comes in with no agenda except to keep Pocono Farms moving forward in the direction that will benefit all of us.