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Date:Tuesday, July 8, 2025

Time/Location: 7PM via Zoom

Those in attendance: Ken Schiewetz, Gary Zukowski, Larry Barlow, Gary Mesick, Anne Mesick, guest Rachel Mahar

President: Ken Schiewetz

Ken Called the meeting to order at 7PM and introduced Rachel.

Vice President: Gary Zukowski

No report.

Treasurer: Gary Mesick

Treasurer’s Report. As of 1 July 2025, the Community had $23244.10 in the Operating account (checking) and $34087.15 in the Reserve (savings).

Through June, the Community is $4800 over budget. This is largely due to professional services (lawyer, geologist, and arborist). It is an improvement of $1000 against budget from last month.

For June, there were two expenditures from Reserves. One was for $929.26 to pay the balance for new drains at the pool to meet County regulations. There was a second expenditure of $209.82 for electrical wire and conduit for the upgrade of the security and access system at the pool. Corresponding deposits of $929.26 and $209.82 have been made from the Operating account to Reserves. 

As of July 8, 65 members have paid their 2025 dues in full. One household is making installment payments. One household has not paid dues for 2022, 2024 or 2025. Two others have been assessed late fees and will incur interest and admin charges until paid in full.

Secretary: Anne Mesick

Anne reported that the Community picnic, organized by Nancy and Ray Krueger will take place on Saturday, July 19th at noon in the common area. Nancy and Ray will provide the hotdogs, hamburgers and the ketchup. If you plan to attend please bring a side dish or a dessert for the potluck gathering.

At Large: Larry Barlow

Larry reported that the new lock and entry system for the pool and park is progressing nicely. The mounting brackets for the new lights, a new door handle will be added to a gate and Clare Bruce is nearly finished with the items he is manufacturing for the project. The next big step will be to configure the card readers, and then Heather Pierce will be able to issue new cards.

A big THANK YOU to Larry Barlow, Gary Mesick, Clare Bruce and James Rolf (who worked in the attic on three different times).

Maintenance/Pool: Ken Schiewetz (acting chairperson)

A drainage leak in the common area was repaired.

Architecture: Ken Schiewetz (acting chairperson)

Ken announced that Mark Medlin, a two year member of the Architectural Committee, is stepping down. The board thanks Mark for the hours of work he contributed to the good of the community.

The following Architectural Request was submitted and approved in June: 

• Div. 2, Lot 8 – installation of roof solar panels
• Div. 1, Lot 8 – new paint color approved

Ongoing violations. Balances reflected are through July 8th:  

• Div 1, Lot 10
  • $75 per month for lack of maintenance (roof shingles) continues. Balance $825.
  • $50 per month for overgrowth of weeds. Balance $300 (violation remedied and fines ceased in May)  
• Div 2, Lot 2
  • $50 per month for yard and weed overgrowth. Balance $0 (monthly fines currently paid)
• Div 4, Lot 14
  • $700 per month for view interference. Balance $14,000 

New Business:

Gary Zukowski, in addition to being the vice president, volunteered to be the board chairperson of the Architectural Committee. 

Ken Schiewetz, Wes Bekele, and Heather Pierce will be on the committee.

Mark Medlin has volunteered to update the Mar Cheri Directories.  More details to come at a later time.

There being no further business, Ken ended the meeting at 7:25 PM.  The next meeting will be on Tuesday, August 12, 2025.

Respectfully Submitted

Anne Mesick

Secretary

Minutes for a Special Meeting of the 

Board of Directors of Mar Cheri Community Club

Date: Thursday June 26, 2025

Time/Location: 7PM via Zoom

Those in attendance: Ken Schiewetz, Gary Zukowski, Larry Barlow, Gary Mesick, Anne Mesick

President: Ken Schiewetz

Ken called the special meeting to order at 7PM. Ken asked that the board approve Wes Bekele as a member of the Architectural Committee.  Anne Mesick made a motion that Wes Bekele be accepted as a member of the Architectural Committee. Larry Barlow seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously.

At 7:05 PM Ken called for an executive session.

At 7:12 PM Ken ended the executive session.

Ken made a motion that the board accepts and approves the Architectural Committee’s findings, as well as the Violation and Tree Enforcement Letter as written, and that it be signed by Mark Medlin on behalf of the Architectural Committee. Committee Findings are as follows:

The Architectural Committee met on Friday June 20.  Present at the meeting were Ken Schiewetz, Chair and Mark Medlin, member.  Heather Pierce was excused as this meeting was to discuss the results of the Site Inspections and she is one of the view interference complainers.

The process was as follows:

1. We reviewed all Mahar trees that are interfering with views from each lot. 
2. We confirmed the angle of the view from each of the 7 lots over the Mahar lot.
3. We identified each of the fourteen trees that are interfering with a view from at least one residence.  We identified three trees of the 17 trees on the Mahar’s lot that are not interfering with views from the 7 lots.

“Fourteen (14) trees are overgrown and/or unnecessarily interfere with the view of at least seven (7) residences in the community as set forth in the table attached hereto. Mark Medlin is authorized to sign the enforcement letter to the Mahars with the Committee’s findings.”

(table on following page)

Lots	Trees Interfering with View	Angle of View(over Mahar property)	Rooms Affected
Div 4, Lot 9	873, 875-882	N/NW	Living room, deck, master bedroom
Div 4, Lot 10	873, 875-882	NW	Living room, deck, bedroom
Div 4, Lot 11	868, 870, 872-873, 875-882	NW	Living room, deck, downstairs office
Div 3, Lot 10	866, 868, 870, 875-877, 880-882	N	Living room, kitchen, deck, and bedroom
Div 3, Lot 11	866, 868, 875-877, 880-882	N	Living room, front of home
Div 4, Lot 12	866, 868, 870-873	W/NW	Living room, bedroom, and front of home
Div 4, Lot 13	868, 870-872	W	Deck in the rear of home; entry to home

 Gary Mesick seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously.

Gary Mesick made a motion that the President of Mar Cheri Community Club be authorized to sign the enforcement letter to the Mahar’s on behalf of the board. Gary Zukowski seconded the motion. A vote was taken and the motion passed unanimously.

There being no other business, Ken ended the meeting at 7:16PM.

Respectfully Submitted,

Anne Mesick

Secretary

Date:Tuesday, June 10, 2025

Time /Location: 7 PM via Zoom

Those in attendance: Ken Schiewetz, Larry Barlow, Gary Mesick, Anne Mesick, Wes Bekele.

President: Ken Schiewetz

Ken shared that after meeting with Wes Bekele, Wes agreed to serve as a member of the Architecture Committee. The board approved his appointment. Thank you Wes for volunteering your time to the community.

Treasurer: Gary Mesick

Treasurer’s Report. As of 1 June 2025, the Community had $36951.61 in the Operating account (checking) and $34086.31 in the Reserve (savings).

Through May, the Community is $5800 over budget. This is largely due to professional services (lawyer, geologist, and arborist).

For May, there were a total of $3740.82 in expenditures from Reserves to pay for new access and security equipment at the pool and common areas. A corresponding deposit of $3740.92 has been made from the Operating account to Reserves.

As of June 10, 65 members have paid their 2025 dues in full. One household is making installment payments. One household has not paid dues for 2022, 2024 or 2025. Two others have been assessed late fees and will incur interest and admin charges until paid in full.

Gary Mesick made a motion to use the budgeted contribution amount to reserve as an increase to the budget amount for legal fees. Larry Barlow seconded the motion a vote passed unanimously.

Secretary: Anne Mesick

No Report.

At Large: Larry Barlow

Larry shared that installation of the new security system at the pool and common area is well underway: 

• 4 cameras are installed and operating
• wires are out to both gates
• we are waiting for the two boxes that will house the gate mechanisms to be manufactured by neighbor Clare Bruce.

As soon as the lock mechanisms are installed new key-cards will be activated and distributed to neighbors.

Maintenance/Pool: Ken Schiewetz (acting chairperson)

Ken shared that the pool is open and operational. The pool drain covers were replaced, as required by King County, on June 6th. The community work party took place on June 7th. Thanks to Neal and Ruth Tripp for taking the lead on pool maintenance and oversight, the party was well organized and the tasks necessary to open the pool were completed.  Thanks to all those families who helped get the pool ready to open.

The pool has several families who have volunteered to open, close and maintain the pool and locker rooms throughout the season; we could not keep things running without your generous support.  Anyone wanting to help out with this service is asked to contact Ruth Tripp at: nealandruth77@gmail.com.

Any time you could share, even as an alternate, would be appreciated.

Architecture: Ken Schiewetz ( acting chairperson)

Since May’s board meeting there has been one Architectural Request submitted and approved by the Architectural Committee:

• Div. 3, Lot 14– concrete driveway and patio replacement

No new architectural violations were issued.

Ken Schiewetz, Larry Barlow, and association attorney Huhs accompanied Rachel Mahar and her attorney for view interference site inspections from 7 neighboring homes on May 28^th.

A response letter is being drafted as a result of the meeting. It is hoped that these steps will lead to resolution of the matter.

Ongoing violations. Balances reflected are through June 6^th :  

• Div 1, Lot 10
  • $75 per month for lack of maintenance (roof shingles) continues. Balance $750.
  • $50 per month for overgrowth of weeds. Balance $300 (violation remedied and fines ceased in May)  
• Div 2, Lot 2
  • $50 per month for yard and weed overgrowth. Balance $100 (Monthly fines were being paid but April invoice is now past due)
• Div 4, Lot 14 (
  • $700 per month for view interference. Balance $13,300

New Business:

Dear Members,

The pool is open for the season and it is looking better than ever thanks to the help of the many volunteers who stepped up to help.

It has come to the attention of the board that some members need to be reminded that:

The pool is intended for the use of residents of Mar Cheri. Adult children and grandchildren not residing on the property are guests to the pool and the property owner must accompany them while they are at the pool.  There is a limit of four guests per day per member family. If you are bringing more than four guests you must schedule a party and follow the requirements to have that party.

Any found in violation of these  pool rules will have privileges suspended.

Thanks for your support this Summer.

The Board.

There being no other business, Ken ended the meeting at 8:04 PM.  The next meeting will be on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 7 PM via Zoom.

Respectfully submitted,

Anne Mesick

Secretary

Date: Tuesday, May 13, 2025

Time /Location: 7PM via Zoom

Those in attendance: Ken Schiewetz, Gary Zukowski, Larry Bartlet, Gary Mesick, Wes Bekele, Anne Mesick

President: Ken Schiewetz

Ken called the meeting to order at 7PM.

Ken did not have a report, but welcomed Gary Zukowski and Wes Bekele to the meeting. These two property owners will be meeting with Ken to formally discuss board positions later in the month. Thank you to Gary and Wes for joining the meeting and considering board positions.

Treasurer: Gary Mesick

Treasurer’s Report. As of 1 May 2025, the Community had $40,577.75 in the Operating account (checking) and $34085.44 in the Reserve (savings).

Through April, the Community is $4200 over budget. This is largely due to professional services (lawyer, geologist, and arborist).

There were no reserve transactions for the month of April.

As of May 12, 64 members have paid their 2025 dues in full. One household is making installment payments. One household has not paid dues for 2022, 2024 or 2025. Three others have been assessed late fees and will incur interest and admin charges until paid in full.

At Large: Larry Barlow

Larry reported on the web-based control system that will be installed at the pool and the common area. Gary Mesick and Larry met at the site to map out the details of the project. Larry is making a list of the components that need to be purchased so that Gary can order those parts. Pending availability of components, the plan is to have the new system in and working by opening day. This system will replace the old system that is outdated. Money for this is  allocated in the Reserve fund.

Maintenance/Pool: Ken Schiewetz (acting Chairperson)

The pool drain covers are scheduled to be replaced on June 6th. The county requires that pool drain covers be replaced every 5 Years.

Neal Tripp requested a permanent sign be made for the gate regarding pool parties. 

Gary Mesick made a motion that funds up to $25.00 be made available for a plastic sign. Gary Zukowski seconded the motion and the vote passed unanimously.

Architecture: Ken Schiewetz (acting Chairperson)

Ken would like to remind property owners that he is the acting head of the Architectural Committee and that he has committee members Mark Medlin, and Heather Pierce who have generously volunteered to assist him on the committee for several years. Thank you Mark and Heather.

Since April’s board meeting there were two Architectural Requests submitted and approved by the Architectural Committee:

• Div 4, Lot 7- roof shingle replacement
• Div 2, Lot 11- retaining wall installation, fence and fence replacement approved.

No new architectural violations were issued.

One violation was closed:

• Div 1, Lot 10 – yard was mowed first weekend of May resolving the dandelion/yard overgrowth violation.  Monthly fine ended and violation closed.  Owner was advised what is needed to keep the violation and fine from being reopened.

The Committee is working on scheduling the requested site visit regarding the ongoing tree/view interference violation.

Ongoing violations. Balances reflect through May 7th.

• Div 1, Lot 10
• $ 75.00 per month for lack of maintenance (roof shingles) continues.
• Balance $675.00.
• $50.00 per month for overgrowth of weeds. Balance $300.00 (no fine in May)

• Div 2, Lot 2
• $50.00 per month for yard and weed overgrowth. Balance $50.00 (monthly fine being paid)

• Div 4, Lot 14
• $700.00 per month for view interference. Balance $12,600

New Business:

POOL

Secretary, Anne Mesick reported that-

Pool Work Party May 31

THE POOL WORK PARTY WILL TAKE PLACE ON SATURDAY, MAY 31 FROM 9 UNTIL NOON.

The following is a list of tasks to be completed by the opening day of the pool June 7.

• clean the deck furniture
• clean and disinfect the shower/bath areas (instructions and cleaning supplies provided)
• weed in the pool area 
• stain benches at the picnic tables
• place furniture and umbrellas on the deck and patio

If you are unable to work on the 31st, but would like to help out, please contact Neal Tripp ( 253-561-4022) to set a time to do so.

Pool Opens June 7th

THE POOL IS SCHEDULED TO OPEN ON SATURDAY, JUNE 7TH. 

TO USE THE POOL, YOU MUST BE A MEMBER IN GOOD STANDING AND HAVE PAID THE ANNUAL ASSESSMENT. 

Update Pool Liability Release Forms Before May 22nd

POOL LIABILITY RELEASE FORMS MUST BE FILLED OUT AND SIGNED BEFORE PROPERTY OWNERS WILL BE PERMITTED ACCESS TO THE POOL AREA.

Heather will be unavailable to take forms or activate the pool gate from May 22 through June 18.

Heather Pierce has very kindly agreed to begin taking the completed and signed forms immediately. Forms may be downloaded and printed from our website

marcheri.org. Go to documents, then pool. The instructions and Heather’s contact information is all listed.

More than Four Guests at One Time Requires Pool Party Request (and damage deposit) 

THE BOARD WOULD LIKE TO REMIND ALL PROPERTY OWNERS THAT PARTIES NEED TO BE PRESCHEDULED AND DEPOSITS MADE. IT IS A VIOLATION OF THE COMMUNITY RULES TO HAVE A PARTY WITHOUT DOING THIS. RULE VIOLATIONS WILL RESULT IN A SUSPENSION OF POOL PRIVILEGES FOR THE HOMEOWNER/FAMILY AND FINES WILL BE CHARGED FOR ANY VIOLATIONS.

Community Potluck July 19th

Anne Mesick shared that Nancy Krueger would like to organize a Community Summer potluck on July 19th. Gary made a motion that the Community have a Summer potluck, Ken seconded the motion and the vote passed unanimously.

Nancy Krueger will organize a Summer potluck on Saturday, July 19. Nancy and Ray will be cooking up hamburgers and hotdogs on the grill and neighbors are asked to bring side dishes and desserts. There will be more details as we get closer to the event. Thank you Nancy and Ray.

Control Barking Dogs!

The Board reminds property owners with dogs to please keep barking dogs indoors. You may love your dog, but your neighbors may not, especially if they incessantly bark.

There being no other business, Ken closed the meeting at 7:28.

The next meeting will take place on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 7 PM via Zoom.

Respectfully Submitted,

Anne Mesick

Secretary

Minutes for the Monthly Meeting of the 

Board of Directors of Mar Cheri Community Club

Date:Tuesday, April 8, 2025

Time /Location: 7PM via Zoom

Those in attendance: Ken Schiewetz, Larry Barlow, Gary Mesick, Anne Mesick

President: Ken Schiewetz

Ken called the meeting to order at 7PM.

The 2025 election for the board members, the annual budget, and dues of $965 per household is complete. There were forty-three ballots received, with one abstention. The budget passed with 38 votes for and 5 votes against. 

The current board was reeleected in their current roles. In addition, Gary Zukowski was elected as Vice President.

Treasurer: Gary Mesick

Treasurer’s Report. As of 1 April 2025, the Community had $21,497.66 in the Operating account (checking) and $34084.60 in the Reserve (savings).

Through March, the Community is $3800 over budget. This is largely due to professional services (lawyer, geologist and arborist).

As of April 7, 43 members have paid their 2025 dues in full. One has made a partial payment (balance due soon). One is making installment payments. One household has not paid dues for 2022, 2024 or 2025. As a reminder, dues of $965 were due by 1 April. Late fees will be assessed on 15 April.

Please pay through PayHOA or mail a check to:

Mar Cheri Community Club

29526 2nd Ave SW

Federal Way, WA 98023-3504

At Large: Larry Barlow

Gary Mesick made a motion that $4000.00 be approved for the replacement of the lock system at the pool. Anne Mesick seconded the motion, the motion passed unanimously. The funds will come from the Reserve account. This item is past due for replacement.

Maintenance/Pool: Ken Schiewetz (acting chairperson)

Ken is still waiting for the report on the geology study that was completed on the common area. He will call the company again this week to request the written report.  

Orca Pacific is due to replace the drain covers at the pool this Spring before opening day. We are waiting to hear from them the actual date of installation.

Architecture: Ken Schiewetz (acting chairperson)

Requests submitted and/or approved by the Architectural Committee

• Div. 4, Lot 6  – replacement of the existing metal and glass greenhouse/atrium structure and double doors to the outside deck with a bank of three large windows with a side door to the outside deck.
• Div. 1, Lot 21 – replacement of roofing shingles, and installation of solar panels on two areas of the roof
• Div. 1, Lot 2  – adding a wood privacy fence at the back of the lot
• Div 4, Lot 3 –   shed replacement approved

No new architectural violations were issued.

Ongoing violations. Balances reflected are through March.  

• Div 1, Lot 10
  • $75 per month for lack of maintenance (roof shingles) continues. Balance $600.
  • $50 per month for overgrowth of weeds. Balance $250.  
• Div 2, Lot 2
  • $50 per month for yard and weed overgrowth. Balance $50 (monthly fine being paid)
• Div 4, Lot 14
  • $700 per month for view interference. Balance $11,900

Recreation /Hospitality: Anne Mesick

One welcome packet was delivered to the new property owners at Division 2 Lot 4. We welcome Michelle Montgomery and Gage Fishering.

New Business:

Nancy Krueger has volunteered to organize a community gathering at the common area with a date to be announced. Thank you Nancy for volunteering to do this; we look forward to the gathering.

There being no further business, the meeting was called to a close at 7:40 PM.  The next meeting will be held Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 7PM via Zoom.

Respectfully Submitted,

Anne Mesick

Secretary

Minutes for the Monthly Meeting of the 
Board of Directors of Mar Cheri Community Club

Date: Tuesday, March 11, 2025
Time /Location: 7 PM via Zoom
Those in attendance: Ken Schiewetz, Larry Barlow, Gary Mesick, Anne Mesick

President: Ken Schiewetz

Ken called the meeting to order at 7 PM.
The geological survey report of the common areas is due in any day. Ken will call the company this week to check on when it can be expected. Once we have the document, a report will be submitted to the City of Federal Way.

Treasurer: Gary Mesick
Treasurer’s Report. As of 1 March, the Community had $5369.44 in the Operating account (checking) and $34083.73 in the Reserve (savings).

Through February, the Community is $60 under budget. There were no Reserve expenses for the month.

As of March 10, 11 members have paid their 2025 dues in full. One is making installment payments. One household has not paid dues for 2022, 2024 or 2025. As a reminder, dues of $965 are due by 1 April. Late fees will be assessed on 15 April.

Please pay through PayHOA or mail a check to:

Mar Cheri Community Club
29526 2nd Ave SW
Federal Way, WA 98023-3504

Secretary: Anne Mesick

Anne reported that two new ballots were received bringing the total to 33. Gary made a motion that the voting be extended for another 30 days. Ken seconded the motion. A vote was taken and it passed unanimously. Voting is extended to April 13, 2025.

Maintenance/Pool: Ken Schiewetz (acting chairperson)

The replacement of the drain covers at the pool will be scheduled this month. Anne made a motion that $2500.00 be allocated from the reserve fund to pay for the work to be done to complete the replacement of the pool drain covers. Gary seconded the motion. A vote was taken and it passed unanimously.

Architecture: Ken Schiewetz (acting chairperson)

One architectural request was received since the last meeting:
Div 4, Lot 6 – replacement of metal and glass atrium as part of master bedroom remodel
 
The property owners appropriately involved the committee very early in their planning. Heather contacted them for additional information and learned they have only received sketches of some possible options at this point. The committee will continue to monitor and assist as their planning progresses since we need the final design to approve or deny the request.
 
No new architectural violations were issued.
 
Ongoing violations:
Div 1, Lot 10
$75 per month for lack of maintenance (roof shingles) continues. Balance $525
$50 per month for overgrowth of weeds. Balance $250.  
Div 2, Lot 2
$50 per month for yard and weed overgrowth. Balance $0 (monthly fine being paid)
Div 4, Lot 14
$700 per month for view interference. Balance $11,200

New Business:
Ken, as acting chairperson of the Architectural Committee, stresses the importance of working with the committee whenever changes are made to the exterior of properties. 

The board discussed the possibility of Wes Bekele helping out in one of the open board positions.  Ken will contact Wes to check with him about his schedule and filling one of the positions.

Gary Zukowski, who was nominated at the annual meeting to be on the board, was unable to make the March meeting due to a schedule conflict. Ken will reach out to Gary.

There being no other new business, Ken called the meeting to a close at 7:35PM.

The next meeting will be on Tuesday, April 8th, 2025 at 7 PM via zoom.

Respectfully Submitted,

Anne Mesick
Secretary

Minutes for the Annual Meeting of the Mar Cheri Community Club

Date: Thursday, Feb 23, 2025

Time/ Location: 7PM at Wayside Church Fellowship Hall

Those Board Members in attendance: Ken Schiewetz, Larry Barlow, Gary Mesick, Anne Mesick

In addition, there were nine properties represented at the meeting.

President: Ken Schiewetz

Ken called the meeting to order at 7:05 PM

Ken reported that overall the community had had a successful year in 2024. One of the areas of focus this past year was the issue with the City of Federal Way’s erosion map of our area and the consequences of that designation. Late in the year the community learned that a Geology survey could be done, and if the results of that survey showed that our common area is not in an erosion zone, the map for the city could be corrected. The Board decided to do the survey as “erosion zone” designation limits our flexibility in managing the pool and surrounding areas.

Treasurer: Gary Mesick

The beginning of this calendar year (January 1 2025), Mar Cheri has $4494.85 in our Operating (checking) account and $34082.12 in our Reserve (savings) account. For the year, the community was $3800 over budget, primarily due to landscaping and professional services. 68 households have paid their 2024 dues in full. One household has not paid for 2024 and also owes 2022 dues, which is an ongoing issue being handled by the Community lawyers.

Reserve expenditures for the year were $5664.94–for repainting the pool house ($2939.96) and trimming trees in the common area ($2724.98). Deposits of $5664.94 were made to the Reserve. The 2024 reserve study indicates a high likelihood of a special assessment, but as has been noted in prior minutes, this is because by the reserve study calculation, the pool house siding is at the end of its useful life. The board has inspected the siding, and it sees no reason to replace the siding. Thus, the board sees a smaller risk of special assessment due to any maintenance issues.

 Proposed 2025 Budget. The proposed budget, subject to membership approval at the annual meeting, includes a substantial increase in reserve funding. In addition, it includes an inflation adjustment factor since 2020, when dues first reached $720 per household, This budget results in annual dues of $965 per household—a $245 increase from the current $720 per household. $175 of this increase is due to inflation since the last dues increase. The remaining $70 of the increase is allocated to an increase in spending on landscaping and professional fees.

Income
	Dues	66585
Expenses
	Administration	500
	Insurance	10000
	Landscaping	4500
	Licensing/Permits	860
	Miscellaneous	1000
	Pool	9400
	Professional Services	10000
	Repairs	2000
	Reserve Fund Contributions	12000
	Software/Web	1725
	Texes (Property)	4400
	Utilities (water, trash, electricity)	10200
	Total Expenses	66585
	Per Household	965

Secretary: Anne Mesick

Anne reported that five welcome packets were delivered to neighbors. One was to a new property owner, Wes Bekele, who attended the meeting. Four were delivered to new neighbors who are renting properties in Mar Cheri.

At Large: Larry Barlow

Larry reported that if funds become available, an upgrade to the aging (20 year old) laptop computer and replacement of the lock system for the gates and the locker room doors is a project that needs addressing. The estimated cost of the project is about $3000,00. Gary Mesick and Larry Barlow would volunteer to dig the trenches for the installation.

Maintenance/Pool: Ken Schiewetz (Acting Chairperson)

The primary maintenance projects addressed in the neighborhood were the large water main break at the cul-de-sac near the pool. Ken worked closely with the staff at Lakehaven to get the leak repaired and then to get the road, which was heavily damaged, repaired. It took several months to get the job finished. This project did not cost the community any money, but there were hours of work behind the scenes that Ken did to see the project through.

The drain cover replacement project required by King County continues to make progress though slowly. 

Neal Tripp, a member of the maintenance committee, who along with Ruth, his wife, take the lead on the day to day maintenance and operations of the pool, reported that the work party  before the pool opens provides the chance for the community to do some of the necessary maintenance prior to opening day. Tables were repaired and stained, power washing was done, furniture was washed and repositioned on the deck and patio, weeding, and cleaning of the locker rooms was all done so that on opening day everything was ready for members to swim. 

A new Mar Cheri sign at the common area was installed. Thank you to Wayne Miller for making the sign for the community. Several members volunteered to open, close, and clean at the pool during the summer. The wood surfaces of the pool house were painted this past year as well.

Heather Pierce, once again, took on the job of collecting the necessary paperwork before activating members key cards to enter the pool.

Thank you to all the property owners who volunteered their time to help make the pool and common areas such an enjoyable part of the community.

Architecture: Ken Schiewetz (Acting Chairperson)

It was a busy year for the Architecture Committee. Many homes were painted as well as having roofs installed.  Remember that any work done on your home on the outside has to be approved by the Architecture Committee. In addition to the above work, we remind home owners that garbage and recycle containers need to be stored out of sight or fines will be levied. We also had to remind several homeowners that lawns need to be mowed and vegetation trimmed. We have one property owner being fined for general lack of maintenance to the structure and the grounds, and another property owner who is subject to fines for ongoing view violations.

New Business:

Ken asked for volunteers to open the ballots and tally the results. Kay Gordon and Wes Bekele said that they would do this job. 

Ken reported that he had spoken with the person who did the Geology study in the common area and that our property is not in an erosion zone. This will allow the maintenance of the grounds to proceed with far less disruption. Ken mentioned that there is vegetation that needs trimming, fences that need to be replaced among other things that will eventually need to be addressed. The next step in this process has already begun as the report was submitted to the City of Federal Way so that the outdated maps they have can be replaced with this new report. 

There being no other business, Ken ended the meeting. 

Thirty one ballots were received at the time of the meeting.  There was not a quorum so the voting period has been extended another month. Any property owners who did not vote can still do so and mail the ballot in the stamped and addressed envelopes that were provided.

Provisionally the budget increase passed 27 to 3 with one abstention. The officers on the board will remain the same and provisionally Gary Zukowski , whose name was written in, will be the Vice President. Wes Bekele also volunteered to help on the board in a position to be decided in the near future. Thank you to all who returned ballots. Thank you in advance to those who will mail in their ballots by March 13, 2025.

Payments of the annual assessment may be paid online through the Pay HOA portal or checks can be mailed to the community mailbox at 29526 2nd Avenue SW, Federal Way, WA 98023.

Respectfully Submitted, 

Anne Mesick

Secretary

Minutes for the Monthly Meeting of the Board of Directors of Mar Cheri Community Club

Date:Tuesday February 10, 2025

Time/ Location: 7PM via Zoom

Those in attendance: Ken Schiewetz, Larry Barlow, Gary Mesick, Anne Mesick

President: Ken Schiewetz

Ken Called the meeting to order at 7PM. 

Treasurer: Gary Mesick

As of 1 February, Mar Cheri has $1574.57 in our Operating (checking) account and $34082.99 in our Reserve (savings) account. For the month of January, the community is $800 under the proposed (but not yet approved) 2025 budget. There were no Reserve expenses in January. 68 households have paid their 2024 dues in full. One household has not paid for 2024 and also owes 2022 dues, which is an ongoing issue being handled by the Community lawyers. Invoices for 2025 will be sent after the Annual Meeting, with a due date of 1 April and a proposed amount of $965.

Secretary: Anne Mesick

The Annual Meeting at the Wayside Church is scheduled for this Thursday, February 13 at 7PM. Ballots are arriving by mail.

At Large: Larry Barlow

Larry reported that he has had more time to study the entry locks for the pool and common area. If the funds should become available for the replacement of the aging system that is in place now, Gary would volunteer to help dig the trenches for the installation. 

Maintenance/Pool: (Acting chairperson Ken Schiewetz)

Between the January meeting and tonight’s meeting, the board approved $1500.00 for a geological survey to be made on the common area around the pool.

Ken reported that he should have the results of the geo-study for the annual meeting.

Orca is preparing to do the work on the drain covers at the pool. The firm estimate that was given for the work is $1900.00. As the installation for those new drain covers was being finalized, it was relayed to Ken that King County requires an additional engineering survey of the integration of all of the equipment at the pool. Ken will have a conversation with Water Mill, the company who installed the equipment, to see if they have the specifications used at the time of the installation of the new equipment, possibly eliminating the need for another survey.

Architecture: (Acting Chairperson Ken Schiewetz)

There was only one architectural request received since your last meeting:

• Div 3, Lot 17– replacing rear deck flooring material with composite decking.  

No new architectural violations were issued.

Ongoing violations:

• Div 1, Lot 10
  • $75 per month for lack of maintenance (roof shingles) continues. Balance $450
  • $50 per month for overgrowth of weeds. Balance $200.  
• Div 2, Lot 2
  • $50 per month for yard and weed overgrowth. Balance $0 (monthly fine being paid)
• Div 4, Lot 14
  • $700 per month for view interference. Balance $10,500

Recreation/ Hospitality: Anne Mesick

Anne will report on the number of welcome packets delivered in the neighborhood over the last year at the annual meeting.

There being no other business, Ken ended the meeting at 7:25PM.

The next monthly meeting for the board of directors will be held on Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at 7PM via Zoom.

Respectfully Submitted,

Anne Mesick

Minutes for the Monthly Meeting of the Board of Directors of Mar Cheri Community Club

Date: Tuesday, January 14, 2025

Time/ Location: 7PM via Zoom

Those in attendance: Ken Schiewetz, Gary Mesick, Larry Barlow, Anne Mesick

President: Ken Schiewetz

Ken called the meeting to order at 7PM.

It has come to my attention that there are a number of lots in an erosion zone that exists in the community. I will be looking into a soil test that can be performed on properties in the erosion zone. The purpose for this testing would be to potentially mitigate some of the cities requirements for maintenance of properties in the zone.

Treasurer: Gary Mesick

As of 1 January, Mar Cheri has $4494.85 in our Operating (checking) account and $34082.12 in our Reserve (savings) account. For the year, the community was $3800 over budget, primarily due to landscaping and professional services. There were no Reserve expenses in December. 68 households have paid their 2024 dues in full. One households has not paid for 2024 and also owes 2022 dues, which is an ongoing issue being handled by the Community lawyers.

Proposed 2025 Budget. The proposed budget, subject to membership approval at the annual meeting, includes a substantial increase in reserve funding. In addition, it includes an inflation adjustment factor since 2020, when dues first reached $720 per household, This budget results in annual dues of $965 per household—a $245 increase from the current $720 per household. $175 of this increase is due to inflation since the last dues increase. The remaining $70 of the increase is allocated to an increase in spending on landscaping and professional fees.

Income
	Dues	66585
Expenses
	Administration	500
	Insurance	10000
	Landscaping	4500
	Licensing/Permits	860
	Miscellaneous	1000
	Pool	9400
	Professional Services	10000
	Repairs	2000
	Reserve Fund Contributions	12000
	Software/Web	1725
	Texes (Property)	4400
	Utilities (water, trash, electricity)	10200
	Total Expenses	66585
	Per Household	965

Secretary: Anne Mesick

The Annual Meeting for the Community will be held on February 13, 2025  at 7PM in the Fellowship Hall of the Wayside Church.  The address is 2000 SW DashPoint Road, Federal Way, 98023. Ballots will be mailed in the few days so please be looking for them, make your selections and return your ballots in the envelope provided in the mailing. 

Maintenance/Pool: Ken Schiewetz (acting chairperson)

Ken gave an update to the ongoing pool drain cover. A junior technician took pictures of all the equipment in the equipment room at the pool. Ken received a follow-on call and an email from Orca, the company, authorized by the county to do the work.  In the communication, it was noted that a pressure gauge is missing from the pump. The next steps are being taken by Orca as they will contact the county and move forward from there.  It is hoped that the required upgrades can be completed before the opening of the pool for the swim season.

Architecture: Ken Schiewetz (acting chairperson)

There were two architectural requests for roofing approved:

• Div 3, Lot 12
• Div 3, Lot 6

A general request was also received from Div.2, Lot 11 to advise that a storage pod/container would be delivered and placed at the rear of their driveway on Jan. 9 for storage of items during a garage remodel.The duration will depend on the progress on the remodel, but they estimate between 1 to 3 months.

No new architectural violations were issued.

Ongoing violations:

Div 1, Lot 10

• $75.00 per month for lack of maintenance (roof shingles) continues. Balance $375.00
• $50.00 per month for overgrowth of weeds. Balance $150.00.

Div 2, Lot 2 

$50.00 per month for yard overgrowth. Balance $50.00

Div 4, Lot 14

• $700.00 per month for view interference . Balance $10,500

Ken noted that some action was taken on the property being fined for view violations. He reported that members of the Architectural Committee would meet with homeowners who views are impacted.

New Business:

Maintenance: 

Ken noted that the Maintenance Committee is aware that there is a camera malfunctioning at the common area and the they are looking to repair it.

Treasurer:

Anne Mesick made a motion that the proposed annual assessment, presented to the members for vote, should be $965.00. Gary Mesick seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.

There being no other business, the meeting ended at 7:43 PM. The next monthly board meeting will be on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 7PM via Zoom. 

Respectfully Submitted,

Anne Mesick

Secretary

Minutes for the Monthly Meeting of the  Board of Directors of Mar Cheri Community Club

Date: December 10, 2024

Time/Location: 7 PM via Zoom

Those in attendance: Ken Schiewetz, Larry Barlow, Gary Mesick, Anne Mesick

President: Ken Schiewetz

Ken called the meeting to order at 7 PM.

Treasurer: Gary Mesick

As of 1 December, Mar Cheri has $5745.68 in our Operating (checking) account and $34081.25 in our Reserve (savings) account.

The Community is currently about $4800 over budget, primarily as a result of landscaping, pool utilities and legal fees. There were no Reserve expenses in November.

68 households have paid their 2024 dues in full. One households has not paid for 2024 and also owes 2022 dues, which is an ongoing issue being handled by the Community lawyers.

Secretary: Anne Mesick

No report.

At Large: Larry Barlow

No report.

Maintenance/Pool: Ken Schiewetz (acting chairperson)

Ken is continuing to work with the Orca, the vendor who will be doing the work, to get the job completed.

Architecture: Ken Schiewetz (acting chairperson)

In November there were two architectural requests approved:

• Div 1, Lot 9 – driveway replacement with pavers
• Div 2, Lot 6 – deck railing replacement

No new architectural violations were issued.

One violation was remedied

• Div 4, Lot 2. Dandelion issue resolved and violation closed 11/17

Ongoing violations:

• Div 1, Lot 10.
  • $75 per month fine for lack of maintenance (roof shingles) continues. Balance $300.
  • $50 per month fine assessed Nov. 7^th for overgrowth of weeds leading to dandelions being allowed to flower and seed in the lawn, potentially blowing into neighbors yards. Balance $50.
• Div 2, Lot 2 – $50 per month for yard overgrowth. Balance being paid monthly. Balance $50.  
• Div. 4, Lot 14 – $700 per month fine for view interference. Balance $9,100.

Correction: It was reported that Div 2, Lot 2, On September 15th, the homeowners advised they had addressed their backyard overgrowth violation…and it should have read that they had addressed their yard overgrowth violation.

Recreation: /Hospitality: Anne Mesick

No report.

New Business:

Ken reported that a homeowner mailed a letter to the board concerning a car that has been parked in front of his home off and on for extended periods of times—sometimes for more than a week at a time. Ken will draft a warning letter and place it onto the windshield of the car. If the car is not removed within the quoted period of time, the Federal Way police department will be contacted. Article IX Section 2 of the covenants states in part: The streets in The Properties shall not be used for overnight parking of any vehicle other than private family automobiles.

Anne raised the question about the date for the annual meeting. It was decided that, pending the location of a venue, the annual meeting will be held in February of 2025.

At 7:14 PM, to obtain legal advice in response to a threat of legal litigation against the association, Gary Mesick made a motion to move to an executive session, pursuant to RCW 64.38.035(4).

Ken Schiewetz seconded the motion.

Motion passed. 

Board convened in closed session.

The Executive session ended at 10:10PM. 

Ken Schiewetz ended the regular board meeting at 10:11 PM.

The next meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 14, 2025.

Respectfully submitted,

Anne Mesick

Secretary

Date: Tuesday, November 12, 2024

Time /Location: 7PM via Zoom

Those in attendance: Gary Mesick, Larry Barlow, Anne Mesick

Those absent: Ken Schiewetz

President: Ken Schiewetz

No report.

Treasurer: Gary Mesick

As of 1 November, Mar Cheri has $8049.44 in our Operating (checking) account and $34080.41 in our Reserve (savings) account.

The Community is currently about $4000 over budget, primarily as a result of landscaping, pool utilities and legal fees. There were no Reserve expenses in October.

67 households have paid their 2024 dues in full, and one household is paying in installments. One households has not paid for 2024 and also owes 2022 dues, which is an ongoing issue being handled by the Community lawyers.

Secretary: Anne Mesick

Anne called the meeting to order at 7:04 PM.

No Report.

At Large: Larry Barlow

Larry continues to learn about all the specifications for the gate security at the pool so that an accurate estimate can be presented to the board.  It is believed the cost will be about $2000.00.

Maintenance/Pool: Ken Schiewetz (acting chairperson)

The tree trimming at the common areas was postponed until late November.

Architecture: Ken Schiewetz (acting chairperson)

In October there were two new violations issued and one previously resolved violation reopened.

   • Div1, Lot 10. Violation issued on October 23rd regarding dandelions being allowed to flower and seed in the lawn, potentially blowing into neighbors yards. Violation requested mowing or otherwise eradicating the dandelions.  The violation was not remedied, nor a request for a hearing received within the 15 day time period. $50.00 per month fine assessed effective Nov. 7th.

   • Div 4, Lot 2. Violation issued on October 23rd regarding dandelions being allowed to flower and seed in the lawn, potentially blowing into neighbors yards. Violation requested mowing or otherwise eradicating the dandelions. As of Nov. 6th the lawn had been partially mowed but dandelions remained in some areas. Follow-up note sent to owner on Nov. 6th advising of partial correction, but additional action is required.  Resolved by date moved back to Nov. 13th.

   • Div 2, Lot 2. On Sept 15th, the homeowners advised they had addressed their back yard overgrowth violation and requested reinspection for confirmation.  There was progress but there were still two areas needing additional attention- tall weeds remaining in the yard and under and around the mailbox area along 1st Ave. This was communicated to the homeowners on Sept.16th.  Trusting these would be addressed, the violation was closed and fine ended. However, the homeowner never addressed these outstanding items and the yard overgrowth worsened. Accordingly the violation was reopened and the $50.00 per month fine reinstated on October 23rd.

Ongoing violations.

   • Div. 1, Lot 10. $75.00 per month fine for lack of maintenance (roof shingles) continues. Balance $225.

   • Div. 4, Lot 14. $700.00 per month fine for view interference continues. Balance $8400. 

Recreation/Hospitality: Anne Mesick

A welcome packet was delivered to the new tenants of Div. 3, Lot 16.

A welcome packet was delivered to the new owners of Div. 1, Lot 3. Wes Bekele and his sister Selamawet Gabremaryame. 

New Business:

No new business.

There being no further business, Anne called the meeting to a close at 7:23 PM.

The next meeting will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024 via Zoom.

Respectfully Submitted,

Anne Mesick