Date: June 8, 2021
Time /Location: 7PM via Zoom
Those in attendance: Ken Schiewetz, Lisa Martinez, Larry Barlow, Gary Mesick, Anne Mesick. Those absent: Rod Martinez
President: Ken Schiewetz
Ken, after consulting our lawyer, reported that the process for implementing fines is updated. If fines on a property are not paid, the issue will be settled in small claims court.
The ongoing tree issue is being overseen by the members of the Architectural Committee, the lawyer and Ken. The board has received several complaints from neighbors that there are trees in the neighborhood blocking their views.
Ken had a conversation with our neighbor to the North, Brian Bennett (who does not live in Mar Cheri), and learned that he and another neighbor, Dr. Chung (who does not live in Mar Cheri) are purchasing a small piece of property that is currently owned by the city. This piece of property adjoins the pool property north of the fence. Ken also shared that the Mar Cheri property line is not the same as the fence line; the property line is several feet north of the fence.
Ken assured us that work is progressing on multiple long standing issues regarding views.
Vice President: Vacant
Treasurer: Gary Mesick
Finance: As of June 1, the Operating Fund (checking) has a balance of $31,063.81. The Reserve Fund (savings) has a balance of $53,079.67. There are three homeowners who have not paid their dues for 2021. They have been assessed late charges and have been urged to make arrangements to pay. Four homeowners are paying dues in installments, and all are making regular payments. All other dues are paid up.
The budget is $2000 under forecast. Legal fees have exceeded the forecast, while the budget is under-running in other areas.
Secretary: Anne Mesick
No issues.
At Large: Larry Barlow
No issues.
Maintenance: Rod Martinez (Lisa gave Rod’s report)
The pool is open for the season.
A new lock was installed on the entry gate at the pool. A new laptop computer was purchased to replace the aging one that was donated to the community several years ago. This device is used for the key card system that is on the pool lock. The pool house roof project is complete. A new light fixture will be installed in the womens’ locker room to replace the existing fixture that is broken.
Architecture: Lisa Martinez
One new architectural request (for gates on a fence) was approved.
Welcome and Hospitality: Anne Mesick
Three homes in the community have changed ownership. Welcome packets were delivered to new neighbors Ruth and Neil Tripp, Heather Pierce and Son Nguyen, and JD Duran.
New Business:
Lisa shared that we have volunteers to help with opening and closing the pool on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. We need help with the other days of the week. If you can volunteer to help open and close the pool from time to time, please contact Lisa at architecture@marcheri.org
Reinstating social gatherings such as the 4th of July picnic was discussed, and the consensus of the board is that it is too early to begin these gatherings.
Payment will be made to a neighbor, in the amount of $45.00, in compensation for a phone line that was inadvertently cut when the drainage issue was being addressed in the community park.
There being no other business the meeting ended.
Respectfully Submitted,
Anne Mesick
Secretary