Monthly Board Meeting, Feb. 23, 10, 6:00 PM

February 23, 2010, meeting minutes
Date: February 25, 2010

1. Establish a Quorum/Roll Call—Present: Richard Muny (804W), Vice President; Joseph Metelski (701 E), Treasurer; Robert Beck (102W), Secretary, Robert Klamo (602E), Director; Millie Kelley (402E), Director; Leon Bradlow (403W), Director Absent: Drago Kahanu (501W), President
2. Call to Order—6:15 PM by Vice President Richard Muny
3. Approval of January 26, 2010, minutes—Motion to waive reading minutes made by Joe Metelski seconded by Leon Bradlow. Motion passed unanimously. Motion to accept minutes made by Richard Muny and seconded by Joe Metelski. Motion carried unanimously.
4. Financial Report—Treasurer Metelski stated that Island Towers is in pretty good shape financially. Specifically, with the purchase of the new TV in the clubhouse, the Master is slightly over budget. However, both East and West Tower expenditures are within limits. Treasurer Metelski also brought up a general concern with the seemingly growing number of large thefts of condominium associations’ funds. He stated that CA is bonded, and also there is an engagement letter in effect to begin our annual audit in late February or early March. Both of these factors serve as safeguards for IT Association funds.
5. Property Management’s Report—Steve reported that a pool plumbing repair and irrigation system repairs have been made. Further, the local Fire Marshall reported various infractions that will have to be addressed. These included the modification or removal of the stove in the clubhouse, installation of door closers on many doors, and improper pool gate(s). Steve will talk to the fire department and address specific questions. We have thirty days from the Feb. 8 date on the report to make the needed changes or communicate a plan as to how we will address the infractions.
6. Unfinished Business
-Curbing Installation—Steve wants to set up a meeting w/Board members to walk through the property and clarify exactly what we want before the March meeting. This item was tabled until the March meeting.
-Sidewalk Repairs near Seawall—Motion made by Joe Metelski to accept bid by G.A. Nichols Company at $24, 410.00. Motion seconded by Millie Kelley. Motion passed unanimously.
-Concrete Curbs near Walkways—Board agreed to abandon this project in lieu of the water drainage system mentioned below.
-East and West Tower Drainage—Steve suggested that the Board meet with the contractor/engineer (G.A. Nichols) to review his proposal for a drainage system.
-Canoe and kayak storage—tabled until March meeting.
-Clean and seal pool deck pavers also pavers in front of clubhouse—tabled until March meeting
-Pool coping problem—serious cracks have appeared. Steve has two repair proposals: Gemstone $2690.00 and Pool Works $650.00. Motion: We will go with Pool Works as long as they meet the specifications of the other bid (Gemstone) and do not exceed the bid amount of Gemstone ($2690.00). Motion was made by Joe Metelski and seconded by Bob Beck. Motion passed 6 to 1.
-Pool Fence—Tabled until we get more information to study. There are two issues: the fire department regulations and trespassers. Steve will get more information.
-Pool Heater—Bob Klamo organized several more field trips for IT residents to view the YMCA geothermally heated and cooled pool in Palm Harbor. Also, Bob will set up a meeting with the principals of Egg Geothermal and any interested IT residents. The meeting will probably be Wednesday, March 3 at 3:00 PM in the clubhouse.
7. Adjournment
Motion to adjourn was made by Bob Beck seconded by Joe Metelski. Motion passed unanimously
Meeting was adjourned at 7:46 PM.

NOTE: Audio recording of the February 23, 2010, IT Board Meeting is on file and available in the Association office.

Respectfully submitted,
Bob Beck, secretary
IT Association Board of Directors