Thursday, July 20, 2006

The meeting was called to order at 7:20pm on the boats in the middle of the Lake. There were 14 people in attendance representing 9 households.

The minutes from the June meeting were accepted as written.

Vicky Rydberg presented the treasurer’s report – it was accepted. The balances of the checking and savings accounts as of July 20, 2006, were $343.56 and $444.81, respectively.

Jim Miller reported that the last group of secchi disk readings were each at 5 feet. He mentioned that this is the same trend as last year’s readings, but just a bit better readings. He also said that per the DNR website records, 2004 was the best year. John Witstine said that he believes the water temperature is a big contributor to those results.

Paul Johnson stated that only 500 lbs of copper sulfate was purchased because the price had basically doubled from last year. He said that only 300 lbs was used during the treatment before the 4^th of July. Dave Tabbut inquired if the treatment was put inside the docks. Paul J. reported that they concentrated by the channel, they swept into shore where able, then went a second time near the docks. Dave T. said that the copper sulfate was for the filamentous floating stuff. The permit is good for the entire year. Angela M. had called CentraSota this afternoon and Roger quoted a price of $43.00 per 50 lb bag – half of what they were selling it for in June. Paul J. and Brad Miller had checked the prices of 12 companies in June and they were all higher than last year. Jim M. suggested to bulk up on the product for next year if the price is so much cheaper than when needed in June. Angela M. and Paul J. asked about where to store it. Bruce Biederman said that everyone could keep a bag or two in their garage to save money next year. Andy Brallier agreed with the idea to buy the copper sulfate now at the lower price for next year’s use.

Bruce B. said that he would like to see the Association dues increased in order to make these types of purchases. Dave T. suggested to increase the $10.00 lake treatment fee at the beginning of the year to $20.00. Paul J. mentioned that he wouldn’t want to deter more people from participating in the curly leaf treatment. Dave T. then suggested to keep checking with Dave Wright at the DNR regarding the grant to treat the entire lake for curly leaf. Paul J. said that he heard they were three years out on that, plus he thought that Lake Martha is in too good of shape for their study. John W. said that he heard on the radio that the dead curly leaf on the bottom of the lake increases the algae problem.

Vicky R. asked for votes on the picnic menu ideas. The votes were for sesame chicken, fried rice, beef stir fry, brownies, and hotdogs for the kids. It was decided that everyone should bring their own drinks. Brad M. will order the biff. Mary Leffler suggested that it have the sanitizer hand wash. Vicky said for her food committee to be at her house between 1:00 – 2:00pm on Friday before the picnic to prepare the food. Mary L. asked if people should be charged for the picnic. Paul J. said to request an RSVP. Dave T. stated that in the past there has been a charge of so much per person with a family cap. Mary L. suggested a box for donations. Carole Pearson suggested to have people bring an appetizer or a dessert. Theresa Witstine, Brad M., and Carole P. said to charge people this year since the funds are so low. Jim M. said to send out an e-mail suggesting a fee. Mike R. said $5.00 per person with $15 per family.

Bruce B. stated that he would like to see the Association fees to double. Mike R. said that there are less members this year and if your membership drops then raising the dues won’t matter. This topic will be added to next month’s agenda.

Dave T. suggested that someone speak to the residents on the other side of 120 regarding interest in DSL.

John W. said that the Township had voted to make Hamilton a cul-de-sac. Someone mentioned that the boring had been completed and that bids were being submitted.

Dave T. motioned to adjourn at 8:12pm. Mary L. seconded.

________________________________________________

[Back] [Home] [Next]