APPROVED – MARCH 19, 2022 BOARD MINUTES The meeting was called to order by President Sandra LaPorte at 9:00 am. All stood for the Pledge of Allegiance. Also present were 1st Vinny Budd and Grace Zoccali. Stephen Smith and Community Manager Ralph Graf called in; Bob Russo was excused. Administrative Assistant Elisabeth Muller was also present. Motion by: Mark Ossont Second by: Vinny Budd To approve the minutes of February 2022. The motion passed unanimously.
The Code Enforcement Officer processed 330 permits from January 2021. The permits cover variety of construction areas, garages, roofing, gutters, driveways, tree removal, porches, decks, siding, and assorted projects.
Treasurer’s Report, Bill Vaccaro: March 19, 2022 Board Meeting
Dime Bank
TOTAL
OPERATING CAP. RSV.
Money Market $125,924 $125,924 Operating $438,379 $438,379 New Capital $140,785 Contractors $ 12,882 Total All Dime Accounts: $717,970 PNC NBT HNB Vanguard TOTAL
$ 40,970 $ 40,970 $218,582 $218,582 $250,000 $250,000 $983908
The Public Safety Officers have been citing members for unregistered vehicles on their property in addition to identing and citing unkept properties. David Miller is working with the Tafton Fire Company to have TLCA personnel recertified in the use of the AED and CPR and First Aid. An email blast was sent out advising members to pick up their current vehicle stickers. The officers are coordinating with maintenance in identifying areas where road ditches need attention. The maintenance staff has been busy maintaining equipment, plowing, repairing road signs and general maintenance. Darrell’s report is included in the Board Packet.
Motion by: Bill Vaccaro Second by: Grace Zoccali To approve the executive session minutes of February 2022. The motion passed unanimously. Account balances as of February 28, 2022
bridge over the stream on the trail, Ellen with be discussing this request with the committee. This would be a dock finger that has been taken out of service. Darrell can build the railing with lumber we have.
CIF
OTHER
$140,785
Respectfully, Ralph Graf, Community Manager
Budget & Finance, Ron Triani, Chair: CIFs exceed what FDIC insurance will cover. I recommend we move the money to PNC from Dime Bank. Vanguard is very difficult to deal with. I recommend we open a money market account with Fidelity and after establishing an account with them, we close the Vanguard account. Building Codes, Mark Ossont:
$983,908
$2,211,430 $1,073,855 $983,908 $140,785 $ 12,882
The committee reviewed three permit applications this month. Entertainment & Recreation, CaroleAnn Gagnon, Co-Chair:
Totals do not reflect $492,287 transferred from Dime to Vanguard for 2022 Reserve Fund obligation made after February 28
We’d like to add movie nights to our events.
Receipts for 2022:
Motion by: Vinny Budd Second by: Robert Burns To approve a variance of $850.00 for movie equipment. The motion passed unanimously.
Chalet Mortgage Balance a/o 02/28: $235,962
Homes Lots Docks
78% $830,250 63% $126,594 100% $116,201
Cash Disbursements to date: $131,009
Spending for Operations in January is $ 59,249. Large expenditures include: $3,257 for insurance, $3,854 for salt & cinders, $1,648 for gasoline, 5,337 for refuse.
Robert Burns: We would need a variance of $850.00 to be approved for the PA system and movie projector.
Environmental Committee, Vinny Budd, Chair:
We would like to add Nina Morton as a member of our committee.
Reserve Spending: $20,421 Subaru loan payoff, $2,000 Chalet mortgage, $1125 Kubota loan.
Motion by: Bill Vaccaro Second by: Sandee LaPorte To approve the addition of Nina Morton as a member of the Environmental Committee. The motion passed unanimously.
Motion by: Mark Ossont Second by: Vinny Budd To approve the treasurer’s report. The motion passed unanimously.
The committee met twice with the Legal Committee. We would like to allow for a longer timeframe for mailing ballots. This would require a bylaw change. We want to simplify the election process.
I contacted insurance counsel for the community regarding Tanglwood North. The Key Fob Log in information has been provided with a deadline of March 31, 2022, for completion. Tanglwood North was provided the instructions on processing the log in information. TLCA will maintain control of dispensing the fobs.
A candidate must be a member in good standing two years until the date he or she takes office. There’s no need for a candidate to serve on a committee.
New Capital Spending: $-6,836 Line Painter (returned to operating)
Community Manager’s Report, Ralph Graf: (read by President Sandra LaPorte)
I reached out to RKR Hess to secure a second proposal regarding the assessment of the spillway. This Pa engineering firm has a good deal of experience in assessing the structure working with regulatory agencies. Once the approach to repairs/ replacement is identified I will investigate any grants that may be available.
We have an opportunity through the Environmental Committee to work with the Pike County Conversation District regarding a tree planting program with respect to the Briarwood Nature Trail. The committee is investigating signage that will identify the various types of wildlife that live on the Briarwood Trail. The funds for this project can be taken from the Environmental Committee Budget. I spoke with Ellen from the district to see if it would be possible to utilize an existing dock as a PAGE 14
Nominating Committee, Bill Vaccaro, Chair:
Rick Gaines, Chair, Legal Committee:
Robert Burns: Electronic ballots might be easier.
Community Manager Ralph Graf: Security could be an issue.
President Sandra LaPorte: Perhaps we should make a motion to present revisions to the membership regarding the election process. Motion by: Vinny Budd Second by: Stephen Smith To present the present revisions of the election process to TLCA membership. The motion passed unanimously.
Vinny Budd: It has come to the attention of the Environmental Committee that there is a feral cat problem in TLCA.
TANGLWOOD LAKES | AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2022
