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PINE BROOK HILLS HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATION
GENERAL MEETING
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 28, 2010
The Wednesday, April 28, 2010
general membership meeting of the Pine Brook Hills Homeowners’ Association
was held at the Community Center, Station One. The meeting was called to
order by Bill Alexander, President, at approximately 7:00 pm following a
potluck dinner and presentation by Ms. Meghan Bowes, Education and Outreach
Chairperson of the Colorado Native Plant Society, Boulder Chapter. Meghan
discussed which native plants would be the right choice for Pine Brook
residents considering establishing a garden in the foothills. A brief
question and answer period followed her presentation.
The board members present, in addition to
Mr. Alexander, were Vice President Dave Davies, Treasurer Pam Creswell,
Secretary Tom Mann and Member-at Large Suzanne Adams. There were
approximately fifty members of the Association in attendance.
Minutes from the January 27, 2010
General Membership Meeting:
A motion to accept the minutes as
presented was made, seconded and approved.
Treasurer’s Report:
Treasurer Pam Creswell distributed to
those present a financial report detailing revenue and expenditures through
April 27, 2010. Revenue totaled $23,831 (2010 budget $33,150.).
Expenditures showed $10,651 (2010 budget $42,130). Income net of expenses to
date reflects $13,180. Following a short discussion, the President
acknowledged the report as accepted.
Introduction of New Neighbors:
Five new residents introduced themselves
to those present.
Boulder Mountain Fire Protection
District Report:
Robert de Haas reported that there had
been an average number of calls received during the first quarter of the
year. He also stated that the fire mitigation crew had been busy creating
fire breaks. A brief question and answer period followed de Haas’ report.
Water District Report:
Water Manager de Haas indicated that the
consumer confidence report prepared by the Water Board would be mailed to
PBH residents shortly. The report will reflect that the water has been
judged to be clean, safe and chemical content within acceptable limits. De
Haas also reviewed the rules and regulations for use at the reservoir.
There followed a series of questions and answers, including discussion
involving the merits of hard versus soft water.
Boulder Mountain Fire Protection
District Report:
Art Markey reported on the upcoming annual
garage sale as sponsored by the fire district. Dates of the sale are May
21-23 at the PBH Community Center. Art indicated that
volunteers are always welcome and all
proceeds would go to the firefighters for the purchase of equipment.
Roads Committee Report:
Co-Chairs Cindy Lindsay and Steve Sheafor
reported that Boulder County has a small amount of funds available for
repairs to roads in the PBH subdivision, however no monies for more
significant repairs to asphalt roads. The subcommittee established to
provide recommendations to the Boulder County Commissioners is considering
recommending an assessment of $200. per household for road repair in all
subdivisions. A survey will be sent to all residents by the Commissioners
in which Boulder County residents will be asked for their input. Following
analysis of the survey, the subcommittee will provide a report with its
recommendations to the Commissioners as to how to fund necessary repairs in
all subdivisions. Additional information may be obtained by reading the
article of this subject found in the spring, 2010 edition of the Pine Brook
Press. General discussion on this subject followed the presentation.
Beetlebusters Report:
Chair Suzanne Adams stated that last year
approximately 412 trees in the subdivision were infested by beetles, treated
and removed. We are now approaching the season when the beetles will again
begin to fly. The weekend of May 1st, a seminar will be
presented for interested Pine Brook residents who wish to learn more about
beetles and methods of stopping their infestation. Suzanne invited those
interested to contact her. Discussion followed involving alternate methods
of treating select trees. She stressed the need to spray at this time using
preferred contractors.
Pine Brook Directory Report:
Suzanne Adams distributed directories to
residents present who did not receive them and collected $8.00 per copy from
those who wanted additional copies.
Architectural Review Committee Report:
Dave Davies indicated that there are just
a few outstanding issues to date. Discussion occurred concerning the
placement of temporary signage which has been placed off property privately
owned. Dave submitted the following in the form of a resolution:
“Resolved that the previous policy of
allowing NO realtor signage outside of the property being represented will
be enforced. Exceptions are for signs directing potential clients to an
open house on the day of the event. These must be removed at the end of the
day of the open house. All other signs will be considered a nuisance and
may be removed at any time by PBH residents. These signs will be left on
the corner of the porch of the Community Center for realtors to collect.”
The resolution was seconded and approved
by voice vote of those present.
Covenants Advisory Committee:
Chair Bill Alexander advised that the
committee now has sufficient votes in all units to pass the amended
covenants except for units 4 and 6. Progress will continue to be made to
capture as many votes as possible in the coming months.
Adjournment:
A motion to adjourn was made, seconded and
approved at 8:50 pm.
Respectfully submitted:
Tom Mann
Secretary |
