BOD Meeting Minutes - Oct. 2020

POA President Jim Clark Begins the meeting at 9:02 am by introducing Board of Directors, Community Manager and Administrative Assistant. Ron Triani, Mark Ossont, Elmer Hertz, Rosemary Kucharski (PP), Brian Faller, Bob Russo, Sandra LaPorte and Grace Zoccali are in attendance. Community Manager Ralph Graf and Administrative Assistant Elisabeth Muller are also in attendance.

Ron Triani, Treasurer: Tanglwood Lakes is in terrific financial shape with a solid reserve fund.

Treasurer’s Report October 17, 2020

The bank account balances as of October 1, 2020: Dime Bank

Money Market $ 75,943 Operating 47,855 Special Fund 40,000 New Capital 135,974 Contractors 10,863 Total all Dime accounts $310,635 PNC Balance $ 28,790 NBT Balance $230,909 Cash posit ion 9/30 $402,645 Vanguard $784,969 Chalet Mortgage Balance- $254,804 Receipts for 2020: Homes $1,003,690 97% Lots 156,222 77% Docks 113,319 100% Cash Disbursements to date $642,708 Spending for Operations in September was $6892.00 below the projected spending of $76,213. Large expenditures in September were $5,248 Govs., Bylaws & Rules Printing; $4,874 Clorox 360 Disinfect. machine; $1,600 30day letters;

$1,355 Guard rail balance, $1,238 Legal Fees. Reserve Spending: $2,402 Lake inlet/drain; $2,544 Loan payments New Capital Spending: $0.00 Motion by: Brian Faller Second by: Grace Zoccali To approve the minutes of the October 2019 Semi Annual Meeting. The motion passes unanimously.

Ralph Graf, Community Manager: COMMUNITY MANAGER’S REPORT

I want to take this opportunity to provide the members with an update on activity in the community.

We benefited from an exceptionally light winter that had a positive impact on our snow plowing budget.

We purchased a 35 hp multi- purpose leaf Vaci blower that will be used to clean out ditches. This item was approved in the 2020 budget.

The Community Center was given a face lift in the form of vinyl siding. We As we moved out of the CV 19 red designation regarding the Virus the docks were installed on the big lake prior to May 15th• An outside contractor was hired and he

installed new stainless- steel chains and anchors. The TLCA staff made repairs to the walkways. There was a Marina Sub Committee formed to discuss improvements on the TLCA Docks. The committee will report back to the Public Works Committee with their recommendations. We hired the Geese Police to address the situation with the geese on the beach.

We purchased a new Safety Vehicle a 2020 Subaru Forester. This purchase was recommended by the Budget and Finance Committee and approved by the Board of Directors. The Safety Officers have been outfitted with new updated uniforms.

The beach was closed for approximately one week as a result of a high E- coli reading. The water samples are tested by an outside lab and the results are forwarded to the PA Department of Health. We ordered signs regarding social distancing and that certain amenities would be closed to conform to the Governors mandate. The road paving was completed at the most desirable time. The paving contractor replaced cross over pipes and did additional ditch work to protect the lifespan of roads in identified areas. The Board authorized a Road Survey that was performed by an engineering firm that identified paving priorities. The paving was completed under the approved $200,000.00 Budget.

There are several projects that were delayed as the virus required that regulatory individuals work from home. The Fore- Bay that was scheduled to be constructed in late June has been impacted by the Stay at Home directive. The Fore-Bay is a project on Indian Drive at the Canoe storage facility. This project is the third phase of the Inlet Stabilization Plan that was developed by the Board several years ago.

We are in the final stages of review regarding sediment removal from Lake Tanglwood. The initial phase of removal will cost approximately $160,000.00. The material will be stored in Geo-tubes on site at the Indian Drive Canoe Storage Facility. We are investigating the possibility of utilizing an adjacent property for storage as the transportation of the material would result in a considerable cost increase in the overall project. The thought process with Board approval is to move forward and start removing sediment next year pending final permits. I want to thank all the members that voted in favor of making the Protective Covenants permanent. We need a total of 560 yes votes. We have secured 494 ‘yes’ votes as we move toward the Semi-Annual Meeting. The covenants are the document that provides the authority for the community to operate as a Planned Residential Community. The covenants are set to expire in the year 2043. The thought in addressing this issue now rather than later is that the expiration date will start to appear in title searches. You can stop at the Chalet to pick up a ballot if you have not voted.

There is a large land development project that is being reviewed by the Palmyra Township. Pocono Lake Front submitted a proposal to develop the former White Beauty View Property. The upper portion of the property that borders Tanglwood is scheduled to be developed as a Cluster Development consisting of 198 individual homes on the 100- acre parcel. The proposal for the lakeside portion of the property is for the construction of four seven-story towers. The towers will include 100 condos. In addition, on this property the plan calls for an indoor and Outdoor Pool, Recreation Center, Tennis Courts and a Fire Pit. The entire project will be serviced by a treatment plant and existing wells on the property. The plans were

I attended the Conditional Use Hearing as a representative of the community. I wanted to be assured that the buffer on the property that borders Tanglwood provides the necessary screening for the protection of our residents. I was additionally concerned regarding the points of access on to Route 507 and for the location of the Sewage Treatment Plant as it relates to the distance from Tanglwood Property. The above submission varies from the original plans and the township has placed 22 conditions that must be address prior to construction.

We will be contracting for a Gypsy Moth Assessment as we have seen early evidence that there is activity in trees in the community. The assessment will be performed by a Forester who has provided this service in the past for the community. We have forty thousand dollars budget should spraying be necessary. The last time the community was sprayed was 2017 and it was for Gypsy Moths. The By-laws, Covenants and Consolidated Rules and Regulations were reprinted. There are copies available at the Chalet. Please review Section [212] in the Consolidated Rules and Regulations [Recreational Vehicles.] This regulation pertains to the storage of certain watercrafts, Golf Carts, Multi Passenger Vehicles etc. The TLCA Code Enforcement Officer will be reviewing properties for compliance. A permit is required for the storage of the various vehicles identified in the regulations. Please feel free to contact the Chalet should you have any questions.

We have seen a significant increase in home sales in the community and new owners should be aware that prior to making any improvements to your property it is advisable to check with the Chalet to ascertain what if any permits are required.

Respectfully, Ralph E Graf Community Manager

Questions and Comments previously sent by Members:

• Lake front property owners should pay more in assessments as they benefit directly from the sediment removal from the lake. Ron Triani: Lake Tanglwood is an amenity, which means it’s used by and paid for by everyone in the community. No other HOAs charge differently based on whether your home is near a lake, etc.

• Why can’t the fitness center be open since other area fitness centers are open? Mark Ossont: TLCA must follow the state and CDC guidelines with regard to the covid virus. We do not have enough staff to make sure that all the equipment is disinfected after each use, that people maintain social distance, do temperature checks and that masks are worn. For the safety of the community, we feel we are unable to open the fitness center safely. • The Board should consider re-financing for a better rate on the Chalet mortgage.

Ron Triani: TLCA owes $250,000.00 on the Chalet mortgage with an interest rate of 4%. Most of the interest on the loan has been paid off. A commercial loan (it would have to be a commercial loan) can have an interest rate of 5.5%. We would not save any money if we re-financed. • The Board should consider building a pool for the community. Bob Russo: Building a pool for the community would cost approximately 1.5 million dollars, and that’s just to build it. It would require a large special assessment and a dues increase to maintain the pool once it’s built. It could be put to a vote. • Where do members stand with respect to golf fees for residents living outside the community? Rosemary Kucharski (PP): The 1986 Agreement ensures that residents of TLCA are “members” of the golf course and therefore receive a discounted rate. Seniors also receive discounts. Check with Paupack Hills for more detailed information.

• Can you provide details on the Pocono Lakefront development regarding the impact to the area, and the approval process moving forward? Ralph Graf: I attended the conditional use hearing with regard to the development. There are 22 conditions that must be met, most of which have to do with the water treatment plant and the water supply. Other concerns relate to the flow of traffic on Route 507 and the impact on the fire company. I would also like to discuss with them the possibility of outside membership as a benefit for Tanglwood Lakes residents.

Open Q & A Discussion:

• Why are the computers in the office leased rather than purchased? Ron Triani: leasing the computers is more cost-effective than purchasing them.

• Why are garages restricted to being 24’ by 24’? Mark Ossont: The regulation was passed by the Board to take into account all residents. For example, a neighbor whose view is restricted or whose property is encroached upon. The Code Enforcement Committee is willing to sit down and work with residents.

• Can the salt by Maintenance area be used by residents? Mark Ossont: residents may take a 5-gallon bucket and fill with the salt by the Maintenance area if they call ahead of time.

• Can residents join more than one committee? Sandee LaPorte: We encourage residents to come to committee meetings. Public Safety is looking for new members and new ideas. • Can we add more docks for Tanglwood residents? Brian Faller: Brookfield Energy restricts the number of docks we can have as well as the size of the docks. POA President Jim Clark: We now conclude the question and answer time for this meeting. If you have any more questions, please submit them to Ralph Graf via email.

Election results, Rosemary Kucharski (PP):

The three three-year terms go to Grace Zoccali, Mark Ossont and Bill Vaccaro. The one year term goes to Jim Clark. Motion by: Rosemary Kucharski (PP) Second by: Elmer Hertz To adjourn the meeting at 10:58 am. The motion passes unanimously. Respectfully submitted, Elisabeth Muller, Administrative Assistant