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2005 Association Meeting Minutes
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June 25 - PEQUAYWAN LAKES ASSOCIATION MEETING
The meeting was called to order by President Ron Sluka at 10:00. There were 21 members present and introductions were made.
The minutes of the May 21, 2005 meeting were read. Cameron Johnson made a motion to approve the minutes, and Ray Barnes seconded – motion passed.
Arnie Johnson presented the treasurer’s report. The ending balance in the two-month CD is $16,430.17. The check book’s ending balance is $1,411.61. The total equals $17,841.78. There was some discussion regarding possible uses for the money that Irene Shields left the association. Jerry Rosdahl suggested leaving the principal intact and using the interest earned on the account for improvements for the lake area. Ron Sluka would like people to jot their ideas down so it can be discussed at a later date as a group. Phil Van Brocklyn made a motion to approve the treasurer’s report, and Jim Guldseth seconded the motion. Motion passed.
OLD BUSINESS:
Ron passed out the survey results returned to Marialice Arndt regarding the 40 acres at the corner of the Rossini Road as Marialice was not at today’s meeting. Lin Johnson read a letter to the members Marialice sent to the Township Board regarding the inquiry about the 40 acres. Based on the survey results, the majority of the people want the land left as is. On behalf of the association members and its board, we would like to thank Marialice for her hard work on this project.
NEW BUSINESS:
Scott Mead performed a second clarity test on big Pequaywan and the results were better than the first one performed this year. The 2nd test yielded a visibility result at10 feet. Little Pequaywan’s results were better – 13 feet at the north end and 15 feet at the south end. The biggest factors to affect the clarity of the lakes are fertilizing lawns and algae blooms. The run off ends up in the lakes, and can take years to clear up. This also affects the fishing as well. Ted Granquist suggested using the newsletter as a means to inform people to avoid fertilizing their lawns.
The Pequaywan Lake’s Fire Hall annual pancake fundraiser will be held on Sunday, July 3 from 8 am to noon.
Sunday, July 24 was the date selected for the pot luck. It will be held behind the Pequaywan Inn. Ron will make sure the tent is up and plates and silverware are available. Cheryl Garthus made a motion to approve the date, and Ray Barnes seconded the motion. Motion passed.
Cheryl Garthus reported Paul’s Sanitary Garbage service will do garbage pickup for the summer residents. They just need to call, prior to the pick up day, to have them stop at their place.
Lori Van Brocklyn had been tracking the loons on Little Pequaywan Lake for the DNR. They have sold their home and will need someone to take over for her. Carmen Freeman volunteered. Jerry Rosdahl thanked Lori for her efforts over the years.
Ron reported Kathy is doing well and was home recuperating. She spent 3 weeks in ICU and now has physical therapy 3 days a week to regain her strength, and is making good progress. He thanked everyone for their thoughts and prayers for her recovery.
The fall road clean up will be announced at a later date.
The next meeting will be held at the fire hall addition on Saturday, August 20, 2005 at 10 AM.
Cameron Johnson motioned to adjourn, and Ray Barnes seconded - motion passed.
The meeting adjourned at 10:45 AM.
Respectfully submitted:
Lin Johnson
Secretary
August 20, 2005 - PEQUAYWAN LAKES ASSOCIATION MEETING
The meeting was called to order by President Ron Sluka at 10:05. There were 27 members present and introductions were made.
The minutes of the June 25, 2005 meeting were read. Cameron Johnson made a motion to approve the minutes, and Jerry Rosdahl seconded – motion passed.
Arnie Johnson presented the treasurer’s report. The checking account balance is $1,662.21, and the CD balance is $15,037.14. The total for the two accounts is $16, 669.35. Phil Erickson moved to approve the treasurer’s report and Kathy Sluka seconded – motion passed.
OLD BUSINESS:
Ron received the new contract for the road cleanup and it should be done three times a year. Scott Mead, Dick Madden, Gordy Johnson, and Ron Sluka volunteered for the clean up duty, and will meet at the Fire Hall on Tuesday, August 23, at 10:15 AM.
The issue of renting a large dumpster was again brought up for discussion. The members would like to have the dumpster available for a day to bring construction material, metal, non household waste, empty paint cans, etc. Volunteers would be needed for the timeframe the dumpster will be available, to ensure it would be used for the proper disposal of waste. Judy Strom will call to get details of cost and availability and will report back at the next meeting. The plan is to arrange to have it for one day for next summer.
Currently, hazardous waste drop off is available in Two Harbors, during the summer months, on Wednesdays from 2 to 4 PM. People can also drop their hazardous waste products off at the North Star Fire Hall, but need to contact Paul Johnson prior to doing so.
NEW BUSINESS:
Noise/Nuisance Issues
Jerry Rosdahl mentioned his concern of noise issues on the little lake. There are parties that occur until early morning hours, noisy dirt bikes, high speed boats, whose drivers should be aware of wake issues in the channels, and jet skies that are being driven too close to the shoreline. Another serious concern is random shooting occurring in the woods, and geese being shot at on the big lake.
Ray Barnes said he could purchase four No Wake buoys to be set up in the two channels on Little Pequaywan. The Association would reimburse him for the buoys.
Lydia Thering volunteered to gather some information together about the above concerns and will have it available at the next meeting.
Ron mentioned St Louis County has a noise ordinance policy that people can refer to.
Judy Strom also mentioned she could put this in the newsletter. The newsletter would be a good vehicle to get this information out because it is sent to all residents and not just to Association members.
Shoreline Practices
Phyllis Mead talked about books and DVDs that are available for people’s use regarding shoreline issues on lakes. This led to a lengthy discussion on how to best educate the home/cabin owners in the area to protect the land and lake resources – especially when homes are sold and there are new people moving into the area. The members discussed putting together educational and informational packets to distribute to all area residents next spring. Volunteers would be needed to deliver these packets to all area homes and cabins.
The Control Dam
The dam by the Inn needs to be repaired. The DNR had been contacted and a spokesman said it would be taken care of within a month. The DNR will clean out the snagged logs, but will not touch the beavers. The water level is very low because of the ineffective dam.
Last month’s Potluck
Those who attended said there was good attendance, but comments were made that there should be games available for the children. Kathy Sluka suggested the parents who have children should volunteer to take care of the games. This information could also be included in the packets that would be delivered next spring.
Diversifying CD funds
Arnie Johnson asked the members if the funds in the CD should be invested in a longer term vehicle. The members discussed about diversifying the funds; 1/3 invested in a long term account, 1/3 in a medium term account, and the rest in a short term money market account. Cameron Johnson made a motion, and Phil Erickson seconded the motion, to give the Treasurer the discretion to select the different investments funds for the money. The motion passed.
Arnie also said the Association is not bringing in enough money – the number of members’ dues is down. Mention of the Association, its mission, and dues information should be included in next year’s informational packet.
Clarity Tests
Scott Mead will be responsible for the clarity testing on the big lake, and Dale Brooks volunteered to do the testing on the little lake.
Garden Club
Ray Barnes said the Garden Club will need to purchase some good top soil for planting around the Pequaywan Lakes sign.
Fire Burning Information
Judy Strom asked where to get information regarding burning rules and regulations. The DNR’s web site is a good informational resource tool. The DNR also notifies the fire department about fire restrictions. Ron mentioned the Inn provides fire permits and they also would have current fire restriction information available.
Link to DNR site: http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/forestry/fire/questions.html
Lost Poodle~
Phil Erickson mentioned their grey poodle is missing. They live on the West Branch Road and asked if anyone has seen their dog, to please contact him.
Next Meeting~
The next meeting is scheduled for Saturday, September, 24, 2005 at the fire hall. Phil Erickson volunteered to bring treats.
Cameron Johnson moved to adjorned and Lydia Thering seconded – motion passed. The meeting adjourned at 11:05 AM.
Respectfully submitted:
Lin Johnson
Secretary
September 24, 2005 — PEQUAYWAN LAKES ASSOCIATION MEETING
The meeting was called to order by President Ron Sluka at 10:05. There were 21 members present.
The minutes of the August 20, 2005 meeting were read. One correction noted from the last minutes – Ron Sluka would look at purchasing No Wake Buoys not Ray Barnes. Cameron Johnson made a motion to approve the corrected minutes, and Phil Erickson seconded – motion passed.
Arnie Johnson presented the treasurer’s report. The checking account balance is $1,722.21, and the CD balance is $15,037.14. The total for the two accounts is $16, 759.35. The CD will mature on 10/5/05. Arnie will look at purchasing short, medium, and long term investment accounts at that time. Rick Johnson moved to approve the treasurer’s report and Phil Erickson seconded – motion passed.
OLD BUSINESS:
Ron passed around information regarding the cost of renting a dumpster for a day. This will be discussed next spring regarding the date, location and other related issues.
Ron reported the road clean up went very well – not much in the way of debris.
Dick Madden stated he was concerned about debris on the West Branch Road as well. Jim Gulseth also reported someone is dumping wood on the road. John Wilson noted after the garbage truck picks up, there sometimes will be garbage blowing out from the truck. He recommended making sure garbage is bagged and sealed well. Ron said there is a 2 mile minimum area to have a sign installed indicating who is responsible for that range. He also stated “No Dumping” signs can be put up. Also, the county can be contacted, to send someone out to talk to the people who are dumping the wood (if we know who it is). Dick Madden motioned, and Ray Barnes seconded the motion, to clean up a 2 mile section of the West Branch Road. Motion passed.
The issue of the No Wake Buoys for the channels on the little lake was discussed again. Rick Johnson stated his family enjoys water skiing and that would curtail that. Instead, he would like to see an educational process used. This could be included in the informational packets that would be distributed next spring. Ron also stated he would have no problem talking to those that are driving their water craft too fast or too close in the channels. Based on this discussion, it was decided not to purchase the buoys at this time.
Phyllis Mead and Judy Strom will get together during the winter to start putting the information packets together.
Phil Erickson reported his poodle was found.
The control dam was repaired by the DNR and debris picked up.
Ray Barnes said the fall planting and preparing the soil for the winter by the Pequaywan sign is done. The topsoil and mulch was donated to the Garden Club. The Association thanked Ray, and the garden club members, for the nice job they have done so far. Ron will get the sign posts painted soon.
NEW BUSINESS:
John Wilson spoke to the group regarding land, he wishes to sell, that is adjacent to the Association’s property. He needs 100 feet of the Association’s land to gain access to his 280 acres. This access will be needed so a road can be built to get to his property. John plans are to sell this acreage. Ron stated John will need to talk to the township as they are the legal owners, but the township board members want the Association’s approval as well. Jan Kolehmainen made a motion to approve the access, but not to exceed 100 feet. Phil Erickson seconded. The motion passed.
Halloween Party – Scheduled for Sunday, October 30 at the Inn. The Chairwoman will be Lori Gherna.
Christmas Pot Luck – Scheduled for Sunday, December 18 @ 6 pm at the Inn. Scott and Phyllis Mead are chairing this event.
Next Meeting:
The next meeting is scheduled for May 6, 2006 at 10 AM at the fire hall.
Cameron Johnson moved to adjourned and Phil Erickson seconded – motion passed. The meeting adjourned at 10:50 AM.
Respectfully submitted,
Lin Johnson
Secretary
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