CROSS CREEK
COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, INC.
Minutes
Annual Meeting of Members
March 26,
2009
President Maranto welcomed
Members to the 23rd Annual
Meeting of Cross Creek Community Association, Inc. Special introductions or
recognition of the following people and groups:
Vision Management owner- Bill Bower
Vision on-site Managers –
Luis Vasquez, Eileen McGovern, Mike McCulloch, and JJ Jurkivac.
Former Community Association
Board Members
Former and present Board Members of the 18 Local
Associations
Members attending the Annual Meeting for the first time
Current Community Association Board Members –
Jim Zernzach and
Yvonne Pischeda, Asst.
Treasurer/Secretary
Budget Committee - Chair
Harry Unglaub; Members,
Proxy Chairs Gordon Backman and the Committee Members
President Maranto officially
called the Meeting to order at 9:00 A.M.
President Maranto presented
Joan Ascenzo, former President to the Board, a plaque for all her hard work and
dedication while she was on the Board.
Gordon Backman, Chair of the
Proxy Validation Committee, certified that a quorum was established with 463
Members represented in person or by Proxy.
Secretary Ford attested
proof of notice to Members of the Meeting.
The First Notice was mailed or hand delivered to all members on or before
January 26, 2009. The Second Notice
was mailed or hand delivered to all members on or before February 23, 2009.
Affidavits are on file in the Association Office and are a part of the
corporate records.
Maranto asked Members for a
motion from the floor to dispense with the reading of the Annual Meeting Minutes
on April 17, 2008.
Motion was made by Joan
Ascenzo, seconded by Paul Burson, to dispense with the reading of the April 17,
2008 Annual Meeting Minutes. Carried Unanimously.
President Maranto started
the meeting with introductions of the on-site Vision Managers: Luis Vasquez;
Clubhouse Manager, Eileen McGovern; Asst. Manager; Mike McCulloch; Golf Course
Superintendent, and JJ, the Golf Pro. He then introduced the Board in order of
Seniority: Harry Unglaub, Treasurer and Liaison to Executive Management; Andy
Baszczuk, Sr. VP and Liaison to the Clubhouse; Jim Zernzach, VP and Liaison to
the Golf Course, Pro-Shop, and Golf & Greens Committee;
Maranto gave recognition to
all Four Standing Committee: Recreation Committee, under Sharon Ryan, for all
their hard work, dedication and beautiful holiday decorations; Budget Committee
with
Maranto recognized our
Librarians, Jill Croker & Betty Smith for keeping the Library in the great shape
it is in, our Proxy Validation Committee: Gordon & Helen Backman, Marie Grant &
Peggy Unglaub, and Walter & Marsha Olep, and the Buckeye Club for the beautiful
Christmas decorations they install every year outside the Clubhouse.
Maranto informed members
that there has been a change in security. The Board has recently hired an
outside security company to patrol the grounds. The former service provided by
the Sheriff’s department was reviewed and it was decided that
the service would cost less and at the same time provide better security.
Maranto reported the Board
has approved the installation of speed bumps on
Treasurer Harry Unglaub Report to Members
Maranto introduced Treasurer
Harry Unglaub and gave a brief history of his work background.
Treasurer Unglaub reported
the Financial Statements for 2008 are in the process of being reviewed by
Hughes, Snell & Co., our CPA firm. When Received, copies of these records will
be made available at the Association office. Unglaub thanked the Budget
Committee for all their hard work and dedication on Association’s budget and
keeping assessments low. Unglaub informed Members that our sewer water bill has
increased $58,000 per year over our original budget for 2009. The cost per
member is $23.77 per month. He has spoken to others regarding their sewer
bills and our monthly cost is comparable or less. He has contacted the Florida
Utility Commission office and they have informed him that the company by law
only has 5 days to inform their customers of the increase. Unglaub informed
Members he is in the process of looking to other companies for the Association’s
insurance which renews in April. With the sewer cost increase and an unsettled
economy he is trying to save money elsewhere. He has received a tentative quote
that could possibly save us about $15,000. With
the raising cost of expenses, the monthly assessment will likely increase more
than $1.00 in next year’s budget.
Sr. Vice President Andy Baszczuk Report to Members
Maranto introduced Andy
Baszczuk Sr VP and gave a brief history on his work background.
Sr. VP Baszczuk reported on
the Clubhouse. A new menu has been implemented. We now have new specials; a
$5.00 lunch which includes a hotdog or a ham or turkey sandwich with chips and a
pickle; Beer and wine specials, and a breakfast buffet on Sundays between 9-2.
He complimented the staff on doing a very good job. Baszczuk informed members
that the Board and the owners of Vision have established an Advisory Committee.
This committee will get ideas and input from members on how to make the
Clubhouse better and report back to the Board. The Clubhouse is now equipped
with wireless internet and the designated room is the East Room.
Vice-President Jim Zernzach Report to Members
Maranto introduced Jim
Zernzach VP and gave a brief history on his work background.
VP Zernzach thanked members
for support and advice during the
Landscape Project. Zernzach informed members the Landscape Project is now
completed with new light fixtures; a fountain in #6; renovation of the entry
wall; new landscaping; etc. The County has informed Zernzach that we have been
nominated for the Lee County Beautification Award.
Zernzach reported on Golf Rounds. League
membership has decreased 9% and rounds have decreased 7% over last year. He
thanked JJ, Mike, and their staff for the impeccable job they are doing.
Zernzach informed members that the bridge between #2 and #3 will be renovated in
2009.
Secretary
Maranto introduced
Secretary Ford reported he
has contacted the County about the condition of the ditch along
Gordon Backman reported to
Maranto that 429 members voted to waive the audit for 2009 and 34 voted not to
waive the audit.
Maranto then opened the
floor for Member’s questions and comments. After a few answered questions,
concerns, and responses regarding the Clubhouse, the new security service, and
the City Annex petitions. Maranto announced that an Organizational Meeting of
the Board of Directors will follow this Meeting and all Members are invited to
attend. Maranto then asked for a motion to adjourn the Meeting.
Motion was made by, Geri Oberlin, seconded by Tom Echlin, to adjourn the 2009 Annual Meeting of Members. Carried Unanimously.
Adjourned @ 10:00 A.M.
Respectfully Submitted,
Yvonne L Pischeda