CBCA BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

January 18, 2010

Submitted by Chris Rogers

BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT:

Terrye Zaremba, President

Charlie Anderson, Treasurer

Chris Rogers, Secretary

Pat McKnett, Trustee

Doug Crow, Director

Chris Savage, Director

COMMUNITY MEMBERS:

Maria Buehler

Randy DaCamara

Matt Murphy

Tina Murphy

MINUTES: The minutes of the last meeting, December 21, 2009, were approved.

TREASURER'S REPORT:

12/01/09 Balance = $10,181.97

Total Deposits = 251.02

Total Disbursements = 2,064.75

12/31/09 Balance = 8,368.24

COMMITTEES:

Community Watch - Nothing new was reported.

Beach Erosion and Stairs/Responses from Board of County Commissioners/committee suggestions - Terry Zaremba reported on responses she received from four of the County Commissioners, in reply to her email about Emergency Services and the unsafe condition of the Avenue D stairs. The most detailed response came as a result of a referal to the County Administrator, Terry Shannon. Ms. Shannon noted that the stairs are on private property and that the problem could not be deemed an "emergency situation." Doug Crow then suggested that Mrs. Zaremba invite Ms. Shannon to come and see the steps for herself. Mrs. Zaremba agreed to do so. A further suggestion was made that the board explore the feasibility of publicizing the situation in the community press.

There was discussion of the involvement of the County Commissioners with the Drum Point Property Owners Association in the association's efforts to become a special tax district. Maria Buehler, Mr. Crow and Mrs. Zaremba volunteered to research the pros and cons of Calvert Beach becoming a special tax district in order to pursue obtaining government assistance in addressing the erosion problem.

Charlie Anderson reported that he met with a contractor regarding repair of the stairs and is awaiting an estimate from the contractor.

OLD BUSINESS:

Responses from A-1 Towing - No response is anticipated.

Eyesore Enforcement - The board members agreed make note of any property that may require eyesore enforcement. This information will be reported at upcoming board meetings, beginning in February 2010. Subsequently, on an "as needed basis", the board will appoint a subgroup to make an onsite observation of said property. Based on the subgroup report, the board will determine whether or not an enforcement letter will be sent.

Osprey Platform - Mr. Crow and Pat McKnett both reported on their extensive efforts to determine ways and means of having an osprey platform constructed. Both Mr. Crow and Mrs. McKnett have determined that the project is not feasible at this time.

NEW BUSINESS:

Curt Walker's Resignation - Mrs. Zaremba read an email from Curt Walker stating his resignation as Vice-President of the Board of Directors. Mrs. Zaremba recommeded that this position be filled immediately and nominated Chris Savage. Mr. Savage agreed to accept the nomination and was unanimously voted into the position. In a related issue (Mr. Walker previously posted notice of board meetings on the Community Bulletin Board), Ms. Buehler suggested that an effective way to publicize board meetings might be to work with local businesses. They may agree to post informational flyers, host email information "sign up" sheets, etc. General interest in this idea was expressed and Ms. Buehler will explore it further.

Letter to Tina and Steve - Chris Rogers will send a letter of thanks from the Board to Tina and Steve Murphy for their work in securing the picnic tables at the boat ramp.

Special Tax District - Drum Pt. - This topic was covered during the discussion of beach erosion/stairs earlier in the meeting.

OTHER ISSUES:

Safe Nights Program - As an issue of public awareness, Mrs. Zaremba noted the efforts of local church communities to assist the homeless over the winter months. Mary Ann Zaversnik at St. John Vianney church may be contacted for more information about the "Safe Nights Program".

501 3-C - Mr. Anderson reported that, following the mailing of the Fall Newsletter, over 145 additional property owners paid their CBCA dues. The board approved repayment of $279.95 to Mr. Anderson for newsletter postage costs. The CBCA is not a tax deductible organization. Matt Murphy volunteered to investigate the requirements of CBCA becoming a 501 3-C (tax deductible) organization. The pros/cons will be discussed at a future meeting.

NEXT MEETING; Monday, February 15, 2010, 7:00 PM at the Long Beach Community Center.