Minutes of November 2001
BALLENA BAY TOWNHOUSE ASSOCIATION
board OF DIRECTORS MEETING
November 15, 2001

MINUTES

CALL TO ORDER - The meeting was called to order at 7:34 p.m.

ATTENDANCE - Directors Present: Britt, Brownlee, Frankel, McCloskey and Wiard. Also present: Manager Rich Noble and homeowner Jim Ehrlich.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

October 18, 2001 Board Meeting

MOTION: It was moved, seconded and passed to accept the October 18, 2001 Board meeting minutes as presented.

PRESIDENT'S REPORT

President Wiard reported that he is emailing a spreadsheet of BBTA action items to all Directors.

TREASURER'S REPORT
Treasurer Frankel reported that the Association is on budget at 92% of the budget year.

MOTION: It was moved, seconded and passed to accept the financial statements as presented.

MANAGER'S REPORT

Manager Rich Noble reviewed his written report. There was discussion regarding specification of a consistent height for pilings.

COMMITTEE REPORTS

1. Landside/Architectural - Mr. Britt reported that he had inspected the plan submitted by Mr. and Mrs. Bliss, which appears to be in order.

2. Waterside Maintenance - Mr. Brownlee agreed to investigate the issue of consistent piling heights. He reported that the Corps of Engineers had denied the Association's appeal to the Corps' denial of permission to dredge within the "fish window" periods, which means that dredging cannot begin until March or April. It was agreed that quotes would be obtained now from dredging firms which are available to do the work then. Mr. Brownlee will prepare a request for proposal for the dredging work. Mr. Brownlee reported that Terry Klaus was obtaining a bid for splicing of the floats from Dock 20. He reported on the request from Hal Nelson to change his dock back to 50 feet, noting that Mr. Nelson was awaiting Board approval. Mr. Brownlee reported on a float plan from Kjell Ragnar and Jeff Fuller. He also reported on his research regarding boat insurance. Mr. Brownlee reported that Mr. Roger had called to report a rotting piling on his dock and suggest a solution.

3. Finance, Legal and Insurance - Mr. Frankel reported that the approved budget was being sent to all homeowners. He stated that he had investigated obtaining workers' compensation insurance, which was discussed under New Business. He made reference to the correspondence regarding the Ian Roger matter, which was discussed in Executive Session.

4. Landscaping and Neighborhood Communications - Mr. McCloskey had no report. Mr. Noble stated that he was obtaining quotes for trimming of trees over 15 feet in height and for thatching of the lawn areas. Mr. McCloskey solicited material for the newsletter.

5. Nominations - Mr. Wiard had no report.

WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE - There was none.

NEW BUSINESS

1. Workers' Compensation Insurance - There was discussion. No action was taken.

2. Roofing Inspection Proposal

MOTION: It was moved, seconded and passed to accept the proposal from Dworkin Consulting for roofing inspection and consulting.

OLD BUSINESS

1. Mandatory Boat Insurance - It was agreed that the matter would not be pursued.

2. Quotes for Major Waterside Repairs - Discussed under Manager's Report.

3. Illegal Wiring on Docks - Carried forward to the next Board meeting.

4. Water Quality - Mr. Frankel reported that he had not been able to get any governmental agencies to act, and that he will get the water tested.

5. Burned Out Boat - To be discussed in Executive Session.

6. Extra Boat at 320 Tideway - Addressed under Manager's Report.
7. Wave Maze Permit Review - Addressed under Manager's Report.
8. Dredging Update - Addressed under Waterside Maintenance Committee Report.

9. Other Discussion Items - President Wiard provided an update on dredging at the marina. There was discussion regarding funding for waterside projects.

ADJOURNMENT - The meeting adjourned at 8:55 p.m. A brief Executive Session followed.

Secretary