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MINUTES OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
TIMACUAN COMMUNITY SERVICES ASSOCIATION, INC.
JUNE 23, 2008
The June 23, 2008 Board of Directors meeting of Timacuan Community Services Association was called to order at 7:00 PM by Mike Annichiarico and a quorum was established with Mike Annichiarico, Karen Gudinas, Lance Williamson, Becky Kimmel, Eric Cepull, Ed Brame, Robin Muzeka, and Barbara Morris being present. Anita Roberts represented the management company. City Commissioner Jo Ann Lucarelli, Mr. & Mrs. Hope-Gill, Janeen Cepull, Ron McLaughlin of Paradise Waterfalls, and Frank Canova of Canova and Castillo were also in attendance.
Jo Ann Lucarelli, City of Lake Mary Commissioner, attended the meeting to find out the concerns of the community. Questions were asked about the city and Ms. Lucarelli addressed the issues.
The minutes of the May 19, 2008 meeting were presented to the board for review. Upon a motion by Eric Cepull, seconded by Karen Gudinas, the minutes were approved as presented. The motion carried unanimously by the board.
Mr. & Mrs. Hope-Gill, 849 Eagle Claw Court, attended the meeting to appeal the decision of the ARB Committee for the denial of the paint application. Eric Cepull suggested the owners paint a 3x3 swatch on the two sides of the home and the ARB would revisit the home for review of the color. Mr. & Mrs. Hope-Gill also presented an application for the roof replacement on the home. The ARB will review the roof sample and advise the owners of the decision. The homeowners thanked the board for their time and left the meeting.
Ron McLaughlin of Paradise Waterfalls attended the meeting to give an update on the progression of the fountain project. Since starting on the fountain there have been issues that were not anticipated such as cracks in the brick wall which is being repaired for support. The geysers are hand built and special ordered and once they are in they will be installed. Ron also discussed with the board regarding the cleaning of the brick and the only way to clean the brick is by dry ice blasting at a cost of $2,000. An additional cost for the pump was also added to the original bid. The PVC for the drains was not up to code and will need to be brought into compliance. Lance Williamson gave an overview on the proposed lighting by Hicks Electric in the amount of $9,000. Discussion was held on adding an anemometer to control the fountains in the event of a high wind storm. Eric Cepull suggested the board proceed with the dry ice blasting and sealing of the brick. Jack Hays moved to spend the funds on the cleaning and sealing of the brick, the lighting improvements and anemometer. Robin Muzeka seconded the motion. Eric Cepull suggested adding the anemometer at a later date and Jack Hays amended the motion to proceed with the cleaning and sealing of the brick and the lighting improvements. Robin Muzeka seconded the motion which carried unanimously. The estimated time for completion of the fountains is after July 15th. Mike Annichiarico stated the board would hold a ribbon cutting ceremony after the completion of the fountains.
Frank Canova of Canova & Castillo Associates attended the meeting to discuss the Mohegan Gate project. The final plans were presented to Mike Annichiarico for permitting. The brick wall has been heightened by one foot to allow for the growth of the annuals. The lighting was changed for 8 lights around the island. Mike Annichiarico met with the general contractors and they will be supplying their bids in the coming weeks.
Ed Brame presented the financial statement for the period ending May 31, 2008. Discussion was held on the accounts receivable list and the expenses year to date. Discussion was held on the irrigation invoices and it was suggested Nanak’s add compression heads to offset the damages. Lance Williamson will talk with Nanak’s and monitor the irrigation issues.
Anita Roberts presented the management report which was provided to the board prior to the meeting. The remainder of payment for the gate damages in 2007 was paid by Waste Management. Discussion was held on homeowner issues and they will be looked into. A bid for the repair of the Mohegan wall was submitted and Mike Annichiarico will speak with the contractor regarding the costs. Discussion was held on sending a homeowner to the attorney for the collection of assessments and the board agreed to forward the account to the attorney. Discussion was held on establishing fines and the procedures as outlined in the Florida Statutes.
Mike Annichiarico gave the President’s Report. Mike has forwarded a request to the City of Lake Mary to paint the light poles in the community. The city will contact Progress Energy to paint the poles. The spillway collapse is on the golf course property and the golf course is addressing the issue.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Architectural Review Board: Eric Cepull reported on the ARB Applications submitted during the month.
Landscape Committee: Lance Williamson reported on the landscaping for the community. General maintenance is being done in the community and Lance is working with Nanak’s on mowing issues. Becky Kimmel noted the timers on the entrance lights were coming on early and should be coming on prior to getting dark. Lance will contact Hicks Electric to evaluate the lighting and determine the time for the lighting to come on and off.
Community Activities: Barbara Morris reported the Yard of the Month was awarded for the month of June. Robin Muzeka reported on the website and met with Allan Plank to review the current site. 72% of the homeowners have registered for the website. Discussion was held on adding and deleting features and Robin requested the board members review the website and offer suggestions.
Covenants: Karen Gudinas reported on the covenant issues. Drive throughs are being conducted throughout the community and issues are being addressed accordingly. Several long term issues are being resolved as work has progressed at the properties.
Unfinished Business:
There was no Unfinished Business to discuss.
New Business:
The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, July 28, 2007 at 7:00 pm.
There being no further business to discuss, a motion was made and duly carried to adjourn the meeting. The meeting adjourned at 10:10 pm.
Respectfully Submitted,
Prepared by Management
For: Karen Gudinas, Secretary | 
