The president, Marvin Peterson, called the meeting to order at 2:00 PM.
Present were: Jim Hobin. Mike Coyne, Libbie Bramson, John D’Aquanno,
John Boland, Ted Raia, Coleman Connell, and Allan Grossman. Absent were:
Dick Laughlin and Ed Rossini.
Also present were members of the Oversight Committee: Ray O’Connor,
Bill Turner and Jim Henry and Chairperson of the Year-Rounders, Barbara
Martin.
The president determined that there was a quorum.
By motion duly made, seconded and passed unanimously, the minutes of May 8, 2003 were approved.
President, Marvin Peterson made a few brief remarks:
-The Board will be run on a committee basis-committees will decide issues.
Year-Rounders Annual Report Barbara Martin passed out list of events (attached) enclosed), funds collected and monies spent. Cost of $15 for PBPOA members and $20 for non-members was kept for this year. Some problems that occurred during the summer need to be worked out for the future. Libbie, Bobbie and Barbara will meet in December to work out the issues. $1,000 of the money the PBPOA donated was used for entertainment.
Oversight Committee Ray O’Connor noted that Bob
Andersen, a member of the Oversight committee, moved out of Pelican Bay.
Ray suggested a letter be sent to thank him for his participation and
services. Ray asked for a motion to appoint Jim Henry, a former Board
member, to replace Bob Andersen. Marvin made the motion; seconded by Jim
Hobin; and passed unanimously.
Ray talked about the transfer of the property from the north to the south
of Pelican Bay and the opening of the PUD for that purpose and a public
hearing on it.
Ray said that discussions have come about regarding the issue of annexation
to the city of Naples. Ted Raia had a meeting with Bonnie Mckenzie on
the matter. Ross Obley has written the oversight Committee and Russ Mudge
had a meeting with Bill Barnett regarding annexation.
The Oversight committee wants to know if the Board wants them to proceed
to study the annexation issue. Ray said that Russ Mudge would be willing
to work with the committee, as also Ross Obley. Ray said that the Foundation
should always stay in place as an independent entity in Pelican Bay no
matter what the future.
Ray said if the Board decides to proceed on this, his committee would
need some money for outside independent auditors. Marvin said that at
this point no money is needed.
A lengthy discussion followed concerning the issue of annexation to the
city of Naples.
It was decided that the committee will be known as the Oversight and Coordinating
Committee-a combination of the Legal and Oversight Committees. Marvin
appointed Ted Raia to the committee.
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Treasurer’s Report (attached) In regard to membership,
we moved up invoice notice in order to have cash flow increase. Ted Raia
made a motion that the treasurer’s report be accepted; this was
seconded and passed unanimously by the Board.
Committee Reports:
US-41 – Jim Hobin said that last year he and John
Iaizzo met with landscape people concerning plan berm and noise. No new
progress.
Public Relations – Libbie said that she is going
with Ted in order to have a good turnout when the lawyer goes to the County.
Foundation Liaison-Ted said he has kept Dave Trecker
apprised of things we do to promote harmony. Marvin mentioned that Ted
should keep in touch with the other members of his committee.
Pelican Bay Services Division Liaison-Coleman said he
has attended meetings all summer. Ethics question by Lissack. Should we
do anything? Board said no.
Jim Carroll thinks the Services Division should have their own publication.
Web Site-Mike said there is nothing to report. Libbie
said she would like to have an e-mail list of whatever members have given
us so that we can respond more quickly. She would like someone to come
in and organize this.
Mangrove Restoration-Ray has left the meeting for an
appointment – no report.
Membership-Libbie said membership report attached.
Security & Safety Service-Coleman reported that Services
Division voted to renew Sheriff’s contract for the year.
25th Anniversary –John Boland said his committee
decided to have a Clambake supported by PBPOA Ginny Lee is giving $6,000
toward this clambake (lobster). Barbara Martin is running this event under
the Year-Rounders. The date is April 20 from 4 – 9 PM. John Boland
said he would like PBPOA to donate $10,000. Monies over and above expenses
would go to charity. John’s motion is to donate this amount to the
25th anniversary party. Mike Coyne seconded this motion. Open for discussion.
John D’Aquanno mentioned that it would be limited to 220 people
due to room. Cost would be $17,000 for the event. Tickets would be $25
a person. The projected cost per person would be $75. A suggestion was
made that an overwhelming response could mean a second night.
Much discussion followed on how to best handle the event.
Marvin made a motion that the cost be $45 per person, the committee has
authority to spend $60 per meal and limit it to the 220.
John Boland said that we are splitting the party with Ginny Lee and she
needs to be involved.
Marvin’s motion was seconded and passed unanimously by the Board.
Legal & Governmental Affairs – Marvin asked
Ted Raia about the bills coming in from Mr. Volpe, the attorney handling
the Cap d’Antibes affair. The Board previously authorized a maximum
amount and now need to vote on additional funding. It was suggested that
a letter be sent to Mr. Volpe requesting an estimate of total cost for
the project so the Board may approve further funds.
Marvin mentioned that the Christmas party be limited to our Board and
past members of the Board and held at the Registry.
Coleman Connell said that Frank Halas mentioned a meeting with Foundation
members regarding Cap d’Antibes looking for a solution. Halas wanted
to know if PBPOA wanted to join with them to meet with Gulf Bay to discussion
a solution to this problem. Coleman will call Halas to let him know Ted
is our representative on this issue.
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The next Board meeting will be held on Thursday, November 13, 2003 at
2:00 PM in the PBPOA Boardroom.
The Board adjourned at 5:15 PM.