CBCA BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

March 15, 2010

Submitted by Chris Rogers

BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT:

Terrye Zaremba, President

Chris Savage, Vice-President

Charlie Anderson, Treasurer

Chris Rogers, Secretary

Doug Crow, Director

Pat McKnett, Trustee

COMMUNITY MEMBERS PRESENT:

Randy DaCamara

Jay McMahon

Tina Murphy

Travis Thorne

MINUTES: The minutes of the last meeting, February 15, 2010, were approved. However, Terrye Zaremba noted that her name should have been included as a member of the committee working on beach erosion issues.

TREASURERS REPORT:

02/01/10 Balance = $ 8,492.32

Total Deposits = 0.81

Total Disbursements = .00

02/28/10 Balance = $ 8,493.13

Charlie Anderson noted an anticipated March expenditure of $180.00 for snow plowing done at boat ramp area.

COMMITTEES:

Roads and Drainage - Mrs. Zaremba said that new regulations to reduce the amount of "impervious" storm water are going into effect in May, 2010.

Community Watch - Nothing new was reported.

Beach Erosion - Mrs. Zaremba reported that several board members attended the February 20, 2010 Town Hall Meeting concerning beach erosion and the tiger beetle issue. She observed that there was some doubt raised at the meeting as to whether or not the Puritan tiger beetle actually inhabits the area around Calvert Beach. On another topic, the possibility of forming a tax district of homeowners interested in combatting beach erosion, Mrs. Zaremba reviewed samples of the type of applications that would likely need to be filed. Doug Crow will pursue this topic and gather specific information on the process for discussion at a future meeting. Mr. Crow will advise the beach erosion committee members of the progress of his efforts. Regarding the repair of the Avenue D stairs, Charlie Anderson reported on the results of his and Mr. Crow's efforts to find a contractor. Of three companies who offered bids, the board voted to accept the proposal of Ward Construction. The work could begin in May. A county inspector has looked at the site and a permit will be obtained. Mr. Anderson noted that several homeowners have already offered donations to help defray repair costs. Mr. Anderson and Mr. Crow will pursue means of raising additional donations.

OLD BUSINESS:

Meeting Notice - Mrs. Zaremba thanked Mr. Anderson for posting notice of the board meeting on the Community Bulletin Board on Calvert Beach Rd.

Newsletter - Local businesses will be invited to purchase advertisements for inclusion in the CBCA spring newsletter. Mrs. Zaremba reviewed a list of potential advertisers and asked for volunteers to approach these businesses. The ads will be in black and white and can be placed in business card, quarter page and half page size. The newsletter reaches nearly 400 homes. Mr. Anderson then presented a template for the newsletter enclosure announcing the upcoming annual meeting and election of officers. The board approved the new format. Regarding topics for the newsletter, the following were suggested: beach clean-up, distribution of keys to the boat ramp (Mr. Anderson is the contact), update on status of the Avenue D stairs, update on parking permits for the boat ramp parking lot.

Plowing Bill - Covered during discussion of the treasurer's report.

NEW BUSINESS;

Proposed Slate for Board of Directors - Mrs Zaremba asked for nominations and/or volunteers of candidates for the new board of directors. The following names were offered: President - Doug Crow, Vice-President - Chris Savage, Treasurer - Charlie Anderson, Trustee - Jim Powell. Nominations are needed for Secretary, two Directors and one Trustee. Pat McKnett volunteered to remain in charge of the mosquito control project.

Beach Clean-up, Fundraising, Family Day - The following dates were selected: Beach clean-up/maintenance - May 15th, Family Fun Day - June 12th. Details to be discussed at a future meeting. It was also decided that the Annual Meeting and Election of Officers will be held on Sunday, May 23, 2010 at 2:00 PM, pending availability of the Long Beach Community Center (Mr. Anderson will confirm.)

Letters from the County - Mr. Anderson received a letter from the county asking community organizations to urge residents to complete the U.S. Census form. He also received a letter announcing a strategic planning meeting sponsored by the county Economic Development Commission. This meeting will be held at the Fairgrounds on April 14, 2010 from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM.

Letter from Tim Grover - Mrs. Zaremba reminded board members of a letter she emailed them from Tim Grover. The letter concerns a public hearing on capital improvement projects proposed for the St. Leonard area for fiscal years 2011 - 2016. The hearing will take place on March 23, 2010 at the Calvert Pines Senior Center.

Meeting End Time - The board decided to table this topic for the newly elected board to address.

NEXT MEETING: Monday April 19, 2009 at 7:00 PM at the LBCA Community Center.