Lexington Heights Inc.
Board of Trustees Meeting
July 11, 2020
Board of Trustees Meeting
July 11, 2020
I. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 9:00 AM by Association President. (Glady)
II. Trustees Present
(All Present) Renee Jobbitt, Diana Larsson, Liz Alimpich, Mike Lackomar, Steve Minnick,
Lynn Secord, Glady Stablein, Mary Wade, Gery Victor.
III. Reading/Approval of June 13, 2020 Minutes – The Board members read the minutes.
Mike moved to approve the minutes - Liz seconded, all approved - motion carried (202014).
IV. Member Topics
Carol Morrissette – 7022 Lakeview
• Carol had several concerns to present.
◦ She reported too many golf carts are parking too close to the edge of the bluff.
◦ She recommended bigger signs at the beach access areas on the bluff (including the notations):
▪ Private Beaches.
▪ No Parking on Lakeview or on side streets within 50’ of the stop signs.
▪ No Blocking Driveways.
◦ She complained about dogs always being on the beaches.
◦ People are blatantly not following neighborhood rules – she suspects violators are mostly renters.
Barb Tassone – 7351 Rosewood
• Barb also had several concerns to report.
◦ We are seeing many unauthorized visitors from other subdivisions using our beaches.
◦ People are leaving chairs, umbrellas and beach toys on the beaches overnight.
◦ One family from Rosewood has frequently taken over the whole beach, blocking other residents for using it.
V. Reading of Treasurer's Report/Financials
• Treasurer, Mary Wade, gave an oral and written report of recent expenditures and our financial status.
◦ Mary reported Total Assets of $59,803.45
◦ Accounts receivable $20,607.72
◦ Most members have already paid their 2020 dues.
The Treasurer’s Report was accepted as presented.
VI. Clubhouse Report
• Glady provided the update.
◦ Lynn is maintaining the flower boxes.
◦ Glady is continuing work to organize the garage – Diana offered to help.
◦ Gery reported a drain cover is missing on the clubhouse grounds – this will be replaced for safety.
VII. Bluff/Parkway Maintenance
• Committee Report – No committee report at this time.
◦ Beach Clean-up
▪ Some Street Captains have already organized clean-up efforts for the beaches.
▪ We have a few that have not yet started – hopefully, that will happen soon
◦ Other Info –
▪ Mary has issued 42 boat ramp keys – only 8 remaining.
▪ Missing and damaged parkway posts have been replaced. Additional ones may be needed to protect sensitive areas of the bluff.
VIII. Unfinished Business –
• Bluff Trimming – Billy’s Tree Service
◦ Phase 3 Worth, Rosewood, Pine ($5,275)
▪ The motion that was on hold for Phase 3 was removed.
◦ Phase 4 Walbridge, Tulip, Satinwood ($4,300)
◦ Glady will contact Billy to determine timing for Phase 3 work.
• 2020 Election - Board of Trustees – July 25th
◦ Vice President Renee Jobbitt will manage the process for the 4 open seats.
◦ Election will be from 11:00 AM until 2:00 PM
◦ Diana Larsson will provide flyers, listing candidates, timing, etc. – to inform and encourage residents to vote.
IX. New Business –
• Golf Cart Registration for Lexington Heights Residents -
◦ We have an increasing amount of golf carts roaming and parking in the community.
◦ Many are ignoring our no parking areas and others are parking very close to the bluff.
◦ Having identification stickers indicating Lex-Hi residency, could help identify our community members vs. people from other communities invading our parkway and beaches.
A motion was put forward by Liz to make golf cart identification stickers available to Lexington Heights residents, Mike moved to approve the motion - Steve seconded. With majority approval, the motion carried (202015).
Diana moved to adjourn the meeting - Mike seconded, all approved - motion carried (202016).
Following the meeting the board continued with open discussion of house-keeping issues, board planning and community open issues were addressed.
Steve motioned to re-open the meeting, seconded by Liz – Motion passed by unanimous vote – Motion (202017)
Lynn brought forth a motion to approve Phase 4 of the bluff cutting by Billy’s Tree Service for Walbridge, Tulip, and Satinwood ($4,300). This was seconded by Mike – all members were in favor – Motion (202018) passed.
XII. Community Events for 2020:
• All summer season events at the clubhouse, including clubhouse rentals have been cancelled by Board consensus (due to Covid 19 safety concerns).
XIII. Board Meetings for 2020 – (all at 9:00 AM)
• Board of Trustee Election - July 25th (11:00 AM – 2:00 PM)
• July 25th, August 8th, August 22th, September 19th
• General Meeting is on 9/12/20
Mike motioned to adjourn the meeting – seconded by Liz – Motion passed (202019).
