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Members Absent: None
Guests Present: Don Orser, Amy Hartman, Ron Ison, Bill King, and Charlie Hahn
Art Hanson called the meeting to order at 7:05 PM and presented the Agenda for the meeting.
Minutes:
1. The minutes from the July 17, 2007, meeting was presented. Motion to approve the minutes, as amended, made by Elliot and 2nd by Bill. Minutes approved.
Treasurer’s Report: Elliot Simon Reported:
1. For the period ending July 17, 2007: The total in the Money Market and Road Maintenance account is ___ and ___ in the administrative account.
2. Our spending is in line for this time of the year.
3. Mr. Vance called Elliot and disputed the amount of money that is in arrears. He was told that the information is correct and has been forwarded to the attorney for collection.
4. A letter was received from Mr. Hampstead. They have everything they need to pursue the judgments.
Committee Reports:
Roads Committee: James Riner Reported.
1. The Red Ford has been repaired and state inspected. We have it back now and it is working fine.
2. We had 2 back-to-back severe thunderstorms that damaged quite a bit of roads. Repairs have been ongoing.
3. Our cold patch supply is down to about 1 – 1.5 ton.
4. The leased bush hog is working great for trimming along the side of the roads. Elliot made a motion to go ahead and buy the bush hog, Bill 2nd and all approved. We do need to get extra blades; James will get when he goes to pay in full.
5. We need to order 15” culverts. We have residents who want to purchase. Art will order.
Legal Committee: Art Hanson Reported.
1. Discussion on the Scott Henry property at the entrance. He cannot use the Johnson property for a driveway, so Red Oak Lane will have to be reopened. Bill King expressed that he would like to see this done correctly. Art suggested to do this right the road should be surveyed. Art asked if anyone knew a good surveyor; someone mention Ed Johnson, who surveyed the barn lot.
Architectural Committee: Art Hanson Reported.
1. None.
Old Business:
1. Barn lot cleanup – need to set a date. Possible the 3rd weekend in September.
New Business:
1. One of our contract employees, Rusty Riner, is making $15/hr. Rusty is a very hard worker and Art proposed to increase him to $20/hr. Bill made a motion, Kelly 2nd and the motion passed.
2. Art made mention to those present, he had heard that someone could have gotten the truck bed for cheaper price than what we paid. For the record, Art asked that if this is the case again, to please come to the board and let them know.
3. The was a discussion about the storm damage and how to fix it. Some of the repairs have been temporary in nature, and more permanent work needs to be done. Most of the damage occurred due to culverts being clogged or ditches full of debris. Kelly made a suggestion to start charging the homeowners for damages due to clogged culverts, etc. No second, was not approved. Art stated that since we install the culverts, it should be civic responsibility to clean them out. James suggested that he could have Charlie W. start cleaning out the culverts.
4. There was a discussion regard work to be performed on Blue Ridge Loop. After lengthy discussion, work will be performed by Don Orser’s grader under the Civic Association oversight.
5. Art wanted to go on the record as stating that James Riner has gone above and beyond anyone in getting the roads up to par.
6. Art brought up the suggestion about Tar and Chip on the roads. We have a BRA resident who is a “tar and chip” guy. His prices are reasonable and as follows: $150/hr. (includes machine, roller, dump truck, and small crew); $165/hr. for the tar truck; current gravel pricing; and can perform approx. ½ mile per day. The ½ mile will cost approx. $6000-7000. Art is suggesting that we start on Persimmon Pear and maybe one gravel road. Kelly made the motion to approve, Elliot 2nd and the motion passed.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:22 PM.
Respectively Submitted,
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Kelly Riner, Secretary
Approved, as amended, by vote of the BRACA Board this 18th day of September, 2007.
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Art Hanson, President
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Guests Present: Freya Campbell, Charlie Hahn, and George Climes
Art Hanson called the meeting to order at 7:10 PM and presented the Agenda for the meeting.
Minutes:
1. The minutes from the June 19, 2007, meeting was presented. Motion to approve the minutes, as amended, made by Elliot and 2nd by James. Minutes approved.
Treasurer’s Report: Elliot Simon Reported:
1. For the period ending July 17, 2007: The total in the Money Market and Road Maintenance account is ___ and ___ in the administrative account.
2. Notice has been received for the pending foreclosure on the Edens property, hearing set for 8/7/07 at 4:45 PM.
Committee Reports:
Roads Committee: James Riner Reported.
1. The Red Ford truck bed has been replaced and towed to Courtney’s. The estimate to repair the truck to state inspection standards is approx. $405 for parts, $300-450 for labor, and $350 for towing.
2. We have been applying cold patch to various roads in the neighborhood. We have used about ¾ of what we have on hand.
3. Ron Linton called; he is ready for stone. Will need to get more stone delivered.
4. James checked on the bush hog again. The rental company said that if we rent the machine for 1 month, and only use it for a couple of days, we will only be charged for the couple of days as long as the attachment is returned. Elliot to give James a check to pick up attachment for rent.
5. We need to order more culverts.
Legal Committee: Art Hanson Reported.
1. Updated list of property owners behind in road maintenance has been given to Mr. Hampstead.
2. The annual meeting is fast approaching. We need to start preparing.
Architectural Committee: Art Hanson Reported.
1. None.
Old Business:
1. Barn lot cleanup – will discuss after next meeting.
2. Fence for the entrance – materials to be delivered this week, will need volunteers to install.
New Business:
1. Freya Campbell wants to clean up the Community Watch signs. The board is OK with that.
Kelly made motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Elliot. The meeting was adjourned at 8:06 PM.
Respectively Submitted,
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Kelly Riner, Secretary
Approved, as amended, by vote of the BRACA Board this 21st day of August, 2007.
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Art Hanson, President
Members Absent: none
Guests Present: Freya Campbell, Ron Linton, and Charlie Hahn
Art Hanson called the meeting to order at 7:06 PM and presented the Agenda for the meeting.
Minutes:
1. The minutes from the May 15, 2007, meeting was presented. Motion to approve the minutes, as amended, made by Elliot and 2nd by James. Minutes approved.
Treasurer’s Report: Elliot Simon Reported:
1. For the period ending June 19, 2007: The total in the Money Market and Road Maintenance account is $51,412.34 and $4,831.48 in the administrative account.
Committee Reports:
Roads Committee: James Riner Reported.
1. Invoice was presented for cold patch.
2. Work is continuing, which includes: installing culverts, applying cold patch, and tree trimming.
3. We need to decide what work will be done on Blue Ridge Loop. Don Orser had agreed not to work on this road and work was done anyway. Art instructed Elliot not to pay Don’s invoice, if one should be presented for payment. Once the red Ford is back from the mechanic, work will begin on Blue Ridge Loop.
4. The bed of the red Ford was destroyed, a new bed has been ordered, and has arrived. We need to get the truck towed to the mechanic to have the bed replaced. Several quotes were received and the least expensive was $7500. Elliot made a motion to approve this expenditure, Kelly 2nd and the motion was approved.
5. Elliot expressed concern over the status of disrepair of Persimmon Pear. Art has been seeking quotes on blacktop repair. Elliot asked if this could be tar and chipped; Art explained that the problem was finding a “tar” truck.
Legal Committee: Art Hanson Reported.
1. Mr. Hampstead is ready to file the judgments; he needs the list of names. Elliot will call and provide the list of names.
Architectural Committee: Art Hanson Reported.
1. Art stated that the status of the fence for the entranceway is that the materials need to be picked up and installation can begin.
2. There was discussion regarding the house on Country Club with the Zoning Notice posted. Blue Ridge Acres covenants state that the front setback is 25 ft. and the sides are 10 ft. Homeowner wants to build closer than the county setbacks but not Blue Ridge Acres. Bill stated he is opposed to allowing the homeowner to do this and that we need to find out the hearing date.
Old Business:
1. None.
New Business:
1. A quote for a dumpster to be placed at the barn lot has been received and will be presented at the next board meeting. The dumpster would be placed for barn lot clean up only.
2. Invoices for labor were presented.
3. Several houses have been broken into in Blue Ridge Acres in recent months. Art proposed that we pass a resolution to have a standing reward amount for information leading to an arrest and conviction. He was thinking that an amount between $500 - $1000 would be sufficient. Kelly made a motion to set the amount at $500, Elliot seconded by amending the amount to $750. This would be retrofitted back to Jan. 1, 2007. Resolution was approved.
4. James is looking at different ways to do tree trimming. One of the things James has looked into is purchasing a bush hog for use on the skid loader. This will cut trees up to 4” in diameter. The supplier is willing to rent it to Blue Ridge Acres for 30 days at $1500, and this amount would go towards purchase, should we decide to purchase. Art and Bill stated that it would be better to start off renting for 1-2 days, then if we purchase have the rental amount taken off the purchase price. No decision was made at this time.
Kelly made motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Isabel. The meeting was adjourned at 8:08 PM.
Respectively Submitted,
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Kelly Riner, Secretary
Approved, as amended, by vote of the BRACA Board this 17th day of July, 2007.
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Art Hanson, President
Members Absent: Bill Ramsey
Guests Present: Freya Campbell, Ron Linton, and Don Orser
Art Hanson called the meeting to order at 7:07 PM and presented the Agenda for the meeting.
Minutes:
1. The minutes from the April 17, 2007, meeting was presented. Motion to approve the minutes, as amended, made by Isabel and 2nd by James. Minutes approved.
Treasurer’s Report: Isabel Simon Reported:
1. For the period ending May 15, 2007: The total in the Money Market and Road Maintenance account is ___ and ___ in the administrative account.
2. A check was presented for the purchase of the old tractor.
3. Art asked how our finances compared to this time last year. Isabel to perform a comparison.
Committee Reports:
Roads Committee: James Riner Reported.
1. We have begun installing culverts under homeowner’s driveways. These include homes on Rock Lane, Old Hickory Place, Birch Drive, and Persimmon Pear.
2. We pulled stone back up onto Maple Ridge, Rock Lane, Long Leaf Circle and Sycamore Road.
3. Next priority work is Blue Ridge Loop.
4. Invoices were presented for road work and contract labor.
5. We have had 10 loads on stone delivered.
6. Someone questioned who is insured to drive the red ford. Isabel will follow up and let us know.
Legal Committee: Art Hanson Reported.
1. Art and Elliot met with Mr. Hampstead. We will be filing judgments against those who are more that 1 year in arrears.
2. Mr. Schwartz still has not signed the agreement letter. We will file a judgment if this is not received.
3. We are going to try to amend our covenants to include the adoption of the 36B Community Interest Associate Act and need to eliminate some of the arcane covenants.
Architectural Committee: Art Hanson Reported.
1. There was discussion on the porta-potty still located on Bottom Dollar Lane with Mr. Hampstead. Mr. Hampstead advises that a letter be sent from the Civic Association (which has already been done), then Mr. Hampstead will send a letter. If no satisfaction, then suit can be filed.
2. Mr. Hampstead was also consulted about the trailers on Woodburn Ln. Mr. Hampstead questioned with the trailer was a recreational vehicle or a trailer? Is it hooked up to water and sewer? In reference to this situation, there is really nothing that we can do.
Old Business:
1. Mr. Linton has received some gravel and will be getting more for Blue Ridge Loop and Riverview Drive.
New Business:
1. Mr. Orser brought up discussion about work to be done on Blue Ridge Loop. He stated that a culvert needed to be replaced and 2 culverts installed in its place. Don suggested if a “Y” culvert was available, this would work better. Art to check at Hughes supply for a Y culvert. James suggested just using 2 culverts to tap into the existing culvert.
2. Mr. Orser stated that he has dirt on his property that James could come look at hauling away if we could figure out where to dump it. Mr. Orser only wants someone coming to get the dirt in his presence and he will sell the dirt for $1 per load.
3. Freya Campbell has found 8” culvert pipe to install under her 2 driveways, if we think that this will work for her situation.
Kelly made motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Isabel. The meeting was adjourned at 7:51 PM.
Respectively Submitted,
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Kelly Riner, Secretary
Approved, as amended, by vote of the BRACA Board this 19th day of June, 2007.
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Art Hanson, President
Members Absent: None
Guests Present: Amy Hartman, Freya Campbell, Charlie Hahn, and Ron Linton
Art Hanson called the meeting to order at 7:05 PM and presented the Agenda for the meeting.
Minutes:
1. The minutes from the March 20, 2007, meeting was presented. Motion to approve the minutes, as amended, made by Elliot and 2nd by James. Minutes approved.
Treasurer’s Report: Elliot Simon Reported:
1. For the period ending April 17, 2007: The total in the Money Market and Road Maintenance account is ___ and___ in the administrative account.
2. A check was presented for back road maintenance dues.
3. Art and Elliot met separately on the collections of back road dues. They went through the aging, and found approx. 50 people owe for more than 1 year. This will be turned over to Mr. Hampstead to file judgments. Another 75 homeowners owe for 1 year. A letter will be sent to these homeowners stating that if the dues are not paid, they will be referred to Mr. Hampstead for further legal action.
Committee Reports:
Roads Committee: James Riner Reported.
1. The Red Ford has been dewinterized. The plow, sander, and snow chains have been removed. The tailgate has been reinstalled and the fuel and fluids have been topped off.
2. Work has been completed on the lower end of Maple Ridge. It has been graded, 1 culvert installed, and the ditch work has been done. Still needs 1 more culvert installed and some more stone.
3. Work has been completed on the lower end of Birch Drive. Ditch work, grading, and adding stone has been done.
4. Work has been completed on Valmont. The washout at the lower end was filled in with stone.
5. The barn lot has been straightened up.
6. Took delivery of new culvert pipe. We need to start installing culverts to those who need them, for example, Rock Lane.
7. We need to order more cold patch.
8. Next major project needs to be Blue Ridge Loop and the upper side of Long Leaf Lane.
9. Need to get the trash at the barn cleaned up and need to get a light installed at the barn.
10. Presented invoices for aggregate.
11. An invoice was presented for work completed on the Community Club parking lot. Earlier agreement was that this would be invoiced separately, and the Civic would invoice the club for reimbursement.
12. Elliot mentioned that there has been possible harassment while road work was being performed. He asked what type of legal action could be taken. Art will clarify the laws to see if there is something we can do.
Legal Committee: Art Hanson Reported.
1. Elliot sent the retainer to Mr. Hampstead.
2. Art and Elliot will be meeting with Mr. Hampstead next week to discuss collections of road dues.
Architectural Committee: Art Hanson Reported.
1. Discussion on the porta-potty still located on Bottom Dollar Lane. Art stated that probably our only recourse is to file a law suit. A letter should be written to the homeowner. Bill suggested speaking with Mr. Hampstead.
2. While speaking with Mr. Hampstead, should probably also find out about the trailers on Woodburn Ln.
Old Business:
1. Discussion from last meeting on the sale of the tractor – 2 offers were received: one from James Riner for $400 and one from Bill King for $400. It was decided to accept the offer from James, since his was the first offer at this amount.
2. The Southern States credit account form will be sent out.
New Business:
1. Mr. Linton discussed that he understands that work will be starting on Blue Ridge Loop and that this will affect his request to order gravel and be reimbursed. He stated that the road may not need that much gravel. He is to let James know how much gravel will be needed, and it will be delivered to the barn, and James can deliver.
2. Discussion on the meeting date and time. Bill made a motion to move the meeting to the 3rd Tuesday each month, James 2nd. Motion passed, monthly meetings will now be on the 3rd Tuesday each month at 7:00 PM.
3. Art reminded everyone that May 5 is Community Clean Up Day. Areas to be addressed: pool, tennis court, postal station, bulletin board, plantings, etc. He is looking for volunteers. Someone suggested that they do something with the birds building nests at the postal station.
4. Art asked how much was the delivery charge from the quarry for gravel? James let him know that is was 4.75 per ton.
Elliot made motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Bill. The meeting was adjourned at 8:40 PM.
Respectively Submitted,
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Kelly Riner, Secretary
Approved, as amended, by vote of the BRACA Board this 15th day of May, 2007.
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Art Hanson, President
The Blue Ridge Acres Community Club was founded as the Blue Ridge Mountain Country Club by the original developer in 1959. It was once mandatory that all homeowners belong to the Club. That rule changed in 1973 and membership is now at the discretion of the homeowner. Club membership has steadily declined over the past decade, reaching it’s lowest level after the Club House fire in 2002. Since the fire, the Club has worked hard to rebuild a bathhouse - required by the County for operation of the pool – and make the necessary repairs. Last year, the pavilion was completed and the pool finally reopened. It was a great year.
With your help, 2007 can be even better. Last year, the club had about 30 members. The Club needs at least 100 members in order to meet operating costs. Taxes, insurance, utilities and minimal grass mowing and maintenance on our community property cost the club approximately $25,000 per year. The annual Club membership fees are also needed to pay for pool maintenance, supplies and lifeguard salaries.
This year we hope to begin the process of clearing the field behind the office and refurbishing some of our recreational facilities. We are also exploring the possibility of expanding and renovating the office building. At one point in our history, we had a baseball diamond, tennis courts, mini golf, a small driving range, archery range, playground and a sand volleyball court in addition to the pool. While it may not be feasible or even desirable to recreate the past, the property and the possibility is still there. Imagine if we were to work together, bringing to bear the combined talent and resources of our community.
Please consider joining your neighbors as member of the Community Club.
Thank you,
Membership Letter
Fee Schedule
Application
The weather is warming (almost!), flowers are blooming and the it looks like the pool will be open on time this Summer! We'll be holding our next Community Cleanup on Saturday, May 5th at 9:00am. We plan on weeding, landscaping, doing some painting and power washing. We need your help! This is an opportunity for all of us to meet some of our neighbors and enhance our community.
Snacks and refreshments provided.
Click here for the sign-up page and more details.
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Members Absent: None
Guests Present: Amy Hartman, Curtis Smith, Don Orser, Mike Taylor, and Ron Linton
Art Hanson called the meeting to order at 7:05 PM and presented the Agenda for the meeting.
Minutes:
1. The minutes from the February 20, 2007, meeting was presented. Motion to approve the minutes, as amended, made by Elliot Simon and 2nd by Bill Ramsey. Minutes approved.
Treasurer’s Report: Elliot Simon Reported:
1. For the period ending March 20, 2007: The total in the Money Market and Road Maintenance account is ____ and _____ in the administrative account.
2. Approx. two-thirds of what was invoiced in January has been received.
3. The new vehicle insurance cards have been received.
4. Elliot received a copy of our liability insurance. We do not have an umbrella for errors and omissions coverage.
5. Hampstead engagement letter was received. Will discuss under legal.
6. Letter of FYI from Mr. Hampstead re: the Holder’s going to foreclosure. He suggests we should be represented in order to collect our road maintenance that is due.
Committee Reports:
Roads Committee: James Riner Reported.
1. We have had 3 ice/snow incidents since the last meeting. No complaints received. In fact, some compliments have been received.
2. The road work that has been completed: Maple Ridge and Sycamore Road.
3. Next priority work will be: Rock Lane (needs culvert), Long Leaf (need to dig a ditch and install a culvert), Maple Ridge (lower end needs reditching and grading), and Birch Drive (needs reditching and grading).
4. Other work needing to be completed: need to reditch and reinstall culvert on Lipka Way at Persimmon Pear; install culverts at Old Hickory at Country Club, Red Oak, and Pine Tree at Country Club.
5. Potholes are beginning to be more of a problem. We need to order more cold patch. James suggested using this on gravel roads. It was used on Bottom Dollar and has seemed to hold up.
6. When the weather breaks, need to remove sander and plow from Red Ford. Need to get repairs done so it will pass state inspection.
7. James asked what we need to do to get the registration corrected on the Red Ford to raise the weight limits. Art stated he would get the registration changed.
8. Need to decide what to do with Persimmon Pear, the right side of the blacktop is damaged from work being done on new houses being built. Elliott asked about tar and chip for Persimmon Pear, Art stated it would possibly be viable for Persimmon Pear since this road is a hard surface and he will check into it.
9. Amy Hartman stated that neighbors are speeding and suggested cutting a swell on Crestview Drive to slow down speeders on this road.
10. James and Art to meet at a later date to discuss future road plans. Elliot suggested that we come up with a capital budget so we can put money away for future major road work.
Legal Committee: Art Hanson Reported.
1. An engagement letter was received from Mr. Hampstead. He is asking for $1000 retainer; this is a one time retainer. Elliot made a motion to retain Mr. Hampstead, Kelly seconded. Motion passed, 4 For and 1 Against.
Architectural Committee: Art Hanson Reported.
1. None.
Old Business:
1. Discussion on the civic association tractor – it was decided to put up a notice asking for best offer and sell the tractor.
2. Discussion on the creation of the Southern States account – Elliot will have credit application filled out and sent in.
3. Discussion on putting up the fence at the entrance – will discuss under new business.
New Business:
1. A new proposal for road work was presented by James Riner. The proposal states the prices are valid for 1 year, Elliot asked if the proposal could be amended to state the prices are valid for 2 years with price re-evaluation at 1 year. Bill made the motion to accept Mr. Riner’s proposal, as amended, Elliot seconded, motion passed.
2. In addition to installing the split rail fence, Art would like to do this in conjunction with a beautification of the rest of the entranceway, including refurbishing the postal station, weeding, planting, power washing the brick walls, and re-doing the tree line at the entrance. Bill made a motion to use a split rail fence, seconded by Elliot, motion passed
3. Mr. Linton made a request to order 8-10 loads of stone for Riverview Drive, similar to the work he performed last year. Will be discussed at the next meeting.
Kelly Riner made motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Bill. The meeting was adjourned at 8:40 PM.
Respectively Submitted,
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Kelly Riner, Secretary
Approved, as amended, by vote of the BRACA Board this 17th day of April, 2007.
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Saturday, April 7th at 1pm
(Rain or Shine)
All Are Welcome! Please call 728-7672 or email to let us know that you’re coming so we’ll have plenty of eggs and candy for everyone.
Donations of eggs, candy or small prizes are needed and greatly appreciated!
Please drop off donations to the BRA Civic Association meeting on 3/20 7-8pm or at the BRA pavilion parking lot during the elementary drop off or pick-up 3/27-3/30.
(Adrian Hall - Blue Toyota Truck)
We will also need volunteers on 4/7 to fill and hide eggs! To volunteer, call 728-7672.
Come Join the Fun!
Members Absent: Bill Ramsey and Elliott Simon
Guests Present: Charlie Hahn, Lizette and Kelly Molina
Art Hanson called the meeting to order at 7:10 PM.
Minutes:
1. The minutes from the January 9, 2007, meeting were presented. Motion to approve the minutes, as amended, made by James Riner and 2nd by Isabel Simon. Minutes approved.
2. The next meeting will be held March 20, 2007.
Treasurer’s Report: Isabel Simon Reported:
1. For the period ending February 20, 2007: The Accounts Receivable Aging Summary was presented. The total in the Money Market and Road Maintenance account is __________ and ______ in the administrative account. There has been a total of _____ that has come in. Some older invoices have been paid. Aging went down by___. There were some credits applied on the Aging Summary, waiting for decisions on some of the older accounts. Kelly made a motion, James 2nd to approve the Treasurer’s report – Treasurer’s report passed.
Committee Reports:
Roads Committee: James Riner Reported.
1. In early January, pothole repair began. 90% of one half of Blue Ridge Acres has been completed.
2. We have encountered 3 snow falls since the last meeting. We have used 60,000 lb. of stone and 9.600 lb. of salt to treat the roads in Blue Ridge Acres.
3. Repairs have been made to the Red Ford.
4. Stone is on order, should be delivered in a few days.
5. Art asked that since the weather has been getting better, will we be ordering more culverts? We still have a backlog of people waiting to have culverts installed at their driveways. Culverts will be ordered.
6. We need to get the fuel gauge fixed in the Red Ford. Cannot perform the repairs until the spreader is removed.
7. James presented receipts for aggregate, parts from NAPA, gas, and Southern States.
8. James presented invoices for contract labor.
9. Art wanted to say Thank You to James Riner, George Schwartzback, Ricky Riner and everyone else who helped for plowing snow. We haven’t gotten any complaints and have received positive feedback from homeowners. They performed a great job in getting our roads clear.
Legal Committee: Art Hanson Reported.
1. Art questioned if Bill Ramsey wants to remain the Chair of the Legal Committee. Art will be the representative to meet with Mr. Hampstead so he will take over the Legal Committee for now.
2. Mr. Hampstead will handle the previous matter discussed.
3. Art will schedule a meeting with Mr. Hampstead to discuss collections of road maintenance in arrears.
Architectural Committee: Art Hanson Reported.
1. Art stated that someone will need to take over the Architectural Committee since Don is no longer on the board. If anyone is interested, let Art know. Art will take over for now.
2. Nothing to report.
Old Business:
1. Fence project was presented to the Community Club and they have approved. The following price information was received: Split rail fence quote is $800 not including labor; Post and Chain style fence (similar to what the Park Service uses) quote is $600 not including labor. We can utilize James Riner with the skid loader and ask for volunteer labor. James offered to volunteer his services to perform the work. Fence should be placed inside the tree line. James stated that we would probably be better off going with the split rail. We will bring this up at the next meeting when other members are here.
2. Discussion on the old Ford Tractor, which has been broken for quite some time. The tractor is not worth the money to have it repaired. Art would like to spend a little time and effort into community cleanup. Art wants to sell this to someone who would be interested. James said he would be interested and knows someone else who would be interested. James offered $400 for the tractor as it sits now. The discussion was tabled until the next meeting.
3. Discussion on stop signs. We have 3 in the shed. Art checked various places for about $40 each. We could maybe get them cheaper if we could buy them in bulk. We also need to get some speed limit signs and posts to erect the signs. There are also various road signs that are in need of replacement. We need to find out where to get the signs as well.
New Business:
1. A credit form for Southern States was presented. If an account were created, we would be able to order salt as needed, and charge to our account. Form given to Isabel to fill out and send in.
2. James requested that the Civic Association obtain a credit card. We would benefit by being able to make small purchases from more cost effective places. Isabel will be checking to see if we can get one.
3. The postal station is in need of repair. Art to bring plans for improvement at the next meeting.
4. Valmont Road is in need of repair. James looked at it and it does need to be repaired. Would probably cost approx. $100 in material to fix.
5. Mr. Graybill has requested a list of the outstanding road maintenance due. Art suggested sending the list with all homeowners listed.
6. Lizette Molina discussed receiving something about the Committees and volunteers, specifically the ATV Committee. She was asking who was in charge. Art gave her a brief discussion of the ATV laws.
7. We need to reimburse Don for the Fire Hall for the annual meeting. Isabel to send him a check.
8. An invoice was received for grader work.
9. James received a message from Travis Gray, who is behind in his road maintenance. He wants to talk about a payment plan. This would be fine but we need to get this in writing from Mr. Gray.
Kelly Riner made motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Isabel. The meeting was adjourned at 8:45 PM.
Respectively Submitted,
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Kelly Riner, Secretary
Approved, as amended, by vote of the BRACA Board this 20th day of March, 2007.
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Blacktop roads are treated with gravel for traction and salt. Gravel roads are treated wil gravel. Salt will not be used on gravel roads as it causes premature thawing of the road surface and leads to damage.
Please avoid parking vehicles in the street. This makes it difficult to plow. We will do our best not to block your driveway with snow. However, please understand that at times, especially with deep snow, this is nearly impossible.
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