GLACIER VIEW MEADOWS

ROAD AND RECREATION ASSOCIATION

May 15, 2004

 

 

ROLL CALL:

Larry Peterson – President

Robert Naftzger  –Vice-President

Betsy Hackman – Secretary

Tom Hackman  – Treasurer (excused)

Jim Doran – Director

 

STAFF:

Kent J. Christen

Mary Keller

 

CALL TO ORDER:

Larry Peterson called the meeting to order at 9:05 am.  All were present accept for Tom Hackman who had an excused absence.

 

REVIEW AGENDA:

No changes needed

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REVIEW MINUTES DATED: March 20, 2004:

The minutes were approved by consensus.

 

TREASURER’S REPORT:  (See enclosed)

Kent gave a synopsis of the financials.  The report was approved by consensus.

 

MANAGER’S REPORT:  (Enclosed)

The Manager stated Eiger road would cost a minimum of $25,000 to base from Gate 1 to Gate 16 and Turkey Roost.  The lakes are scheduled to be stocked one week prior to Memorial Day. The Viewpoint is scheduled to mail out on 5/22/04.  The W&S Board of directors has moved as of 01/01/05 all improved properties will have a meter in place.  Those properties who do not submit a serial # and a meter reading will be billed at twice the rate of the current dues.  As of April 1st, 2005 all properties in non-compliance will be reported to the State of Colorado Division of Water Resources for action.  The search for General Liability is on going.  We are currently supplementing the 12th filing with 1,250 gallons of water/day from the 4th filing.  The quote on a F-650, 4x4 diesel came in at $40,000 to 42,000. 

The Manager’s Report was approved by consensus.

 

The Manager asked the R&R Board members how much money would they be willing to put towards the purchase of the new truck - Tabled to the next meeting.

 

PUBLIC INPUT:  There was discussion concerning the ownership of Riddle Lake.  G.V.M. owns the surface for fishing only.  There was also discussion concerning transporting water from the 4th filing to the 12th filing.  Kent Christen explained the water situation and what GVM is doing to keep the 12th filing in water. 

Bob Isaacson presented a Field and Trail Guide for Roosevelt National Forest.  Bob asked the Board if GVM would be interested in selling the books.  The Board agreed to buy two books and place them for sale in the office.

 

 

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

Ecology Committee: Harry Corwin discussed Pine beetle and stated the beetle it is not a problem this year.  However, cheat grass and noxious weeds should be made a priority.  Harry also discussed plans to remove and correct damage from winterkill in our display garden.  He also discussed plans to look at all green belts and making them fire safe.  Harry asked for volunteers for up coming workdays.  The ecology committee asked the Board for approval to replant a garden and remove a juniper next to the office.  The Board approved by consensus.

Linda Bell discussed control of noxious weeds.  She talked about leafy spurge and the importance of spraying it every year.

A.R.C.:   No report given

Recreation Committee:  Betsy Hackman spoke for the committee.  She informed the public about upcoming events such as a flea market, out door game night and a jazz concert.

Trails Committee: Gus Eykholt discussed plans for a guided trail.  The trails committee has plans to put in a new trail in the12th Filing, Porter Trail. Gus asked the Boards permission to make a loop trail from Mt. Moriah to the gravesite.  Gus plans to post a sign at the gravesite explaining the history of it.  The Board approved by consensus

 

Fishing Committee:  no report 

Website:  no report

Past Presidents Committee: no report

Special Reports/Glacier Gals:  Ginny Doft announced the Pancake breakfast would be May 31, 2004 and asked for volunteers to help with the event. The Glacier Gals will be selling sweatshirts at the breakfast.  Ginny stated the highway clean up is in need of volunteers.  She also invited everyone to the monthly potlucks.  

 

OLD BUSINESS:

 

A) Orientation Booklet – Betsy discussed the booklet and plans for printing.

 

B) Mistletoe Letter – At this time we will send the first letter and research the second.

 

            C) Water Truck Purchase – See managers report

           

            D) Status of General Liability – See managers report

           

E) Complaint file – The Board was asked to sign off on each complaint form    submitted i.e., action taken by the Board.  The Board approved by consensus.

Guest speakers from both the Sheriff’s Department and the Division of Wildlife spoke at the meeting.  They advised us of the proper route of filing complaints with both agencies.  Steve Znamenacek represented the D.O.W.  There was in depth discussion concerning baiting bears and other animals with trash, bird feeders, salt licks, or other baits and fines for such.  Brian Thomas represented the Sheriff’s Department. There was discussion concerning ATV’s and vehicle speeding.  Brian discussed the Sheriff’s Department’s legal authority within our subdivision.

 

There was discussion concerning the registration of ATV’s – Tabled to next meeting

 

 

NEW BUSINESS:

 

A)    Budget Proposal

Jim Slewitzke presented the budget proposal.  He suggested we bring in a dumpster twice a year for items that are not house hold trash.  Jim also discussed General Liability Insurance and asked the Board if we really want to be self-insured.  He also talked about extra monies for the recreation committee.  The Board accepted the budget proposal for review.  The General Liability issue was tabled to next meeting.

 

B)     Discussion on Software up date- Tabled to next meeting

 

Meeting Adjourned to Executive Session @ 11:40 am

 

Re adjourned into regular session @ 12:00 pm.  No motions made  

Meeting Adjourned