Oakleigh Forest Civic Association, Inc.
Minutes of the October 24, 2007 General Meeting
at Folger McKinsey Elementary School, from 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
The meeting was called to order by President Frank Cingel at 7:00 pm.
Minutes of the 03/28/07 General Meeting were read by the Secretary. Since no additions or corrections were heard, the minutes stood approved.
Treasurer's Report (Kevin Gregg):
Kevin distributed the following documents to those present:
Oakleigh Forest Pool 2008 budget.
2007 Waterfront Fund statement and 2008 Waterfront Fund budget.
2007 OFCA Operations Fund statement and 2008 budget.
OFCA Statement of Fund Balances projected through the end of 2007.
Jay Neale moved to approve the 2007 Treasurer's Report. The motion was seconded and the Report was approved without dissent.
Edgar Schick moved to approve the 2008 budget. The motion was seconded and the Report was approved without dissent.
Pool Capital Improvement (Eddie Hubbard):
Eddie presented a report on the pool project to date. The final cost estimate is $121,500. As Phase 1 of the project nears completion, Eddie suggested that a new committee be formed to make decisions about what type of work should be completed during Phase 2.
Waterfront Capital Improvement (Bob Burns):
The new ramp will be poured over a 2 day period in November or December, weather and tidal conditions permitting.
Directors' Reports:
Pool (Steve Wood):
DRD has been rehired for the 2008 pool season.
Grounds (Liz Cingel):
A new Grounds Committee, comprised of Chuck Trenkle, Kathy Krzystan, (), and (), has been formed to assist Liz and to take care of grounds emergencies in her absence.
Safety and Police (Jerry Tuccille):
Jerry attended a police meeting where Anne Arundel County police revealed that they are focusing on three main areas of concern: breaking and entering, gangs, and domestic violence. Residents wanting to report non-emergency crimes can call 410-222-6145.
Streets and Lights (Dick Bloomquist):
Residents can report any burned out streetlights to Dick.
Garden Club (Liz Cingel):
The annual Christmas swag making event will be on December 7th at 9:00 AM at the Cingel's house. Those who plan to attend the luncheon that follows should contact (). () will again head up the adopt-a-pole project.
Website (Frank Cingel):
Frank plans to post photos of the pool construction.
Nominating Committee (Bill Goodman):
Frank presented the slate of candidates for the vacant board positions for 2008 in Bill's absence. Frank Cingel (President), Jay Neale (Vice President), Anne Strom (Secretary), Kathy Krzystan (Treasurer), Erik Anderson (Pool Director), Steve Patrick (Waterfront Director), and Wally Campbell (Community Affairs Co-Directors). The position of Social Director is still open. Since there were no nominations from the floor, the Secretary was authorized to cast the vote of the membership for the slate presented.
New Business:
Joe Giacinto gave a presentation about a proposal to make the Oakleigh Forest waterfront area a Living Shoreline. () moved that Joe gather more information about the project. The motion was seconded and approved. Edgar Schick moved that no committing action be taken before the next General Meeting. The motion was seconded and approved.
() solicited ideas from the community for an Eagle Scout project that could benefit Oakleigh Forest. A typical project would require two weekends worth of work and he needs to complete it in the next two years. It was suggested that he do a general clean-up and maintenance of the playground.
Edgar Schick moved that the Board be granted the authority to fill vacant seats on the board without waiting for the next general meeting. The motion was seconded and approved without dissent.
Edgar moved that the community thank the outgoing directors and board members. The motion was seconded and approved with dissent.
Jay Neale moved to adjourn the meeting at 8:30. The motion was seconded and approved without dissent.
Respectfully submitted, Kelly Cornacchia, Secretary
The meeting was adjourned at 8:30 PM.