BOARD OF DIRECTORS
LEGEND LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
LEGEND LAKE LODGE
KESHENA, WI 54135
January 9, 2006
President Bob Tochterman called the meeting to order at 7:00 a.m.
Board members present:
Stan Wilson
Renee Towne
Tina Cain
Bob Tochterman
Pat Leitermann
Carol Beck
John Toppins
Also present was Thomas Strebel and for a portion of the meeting Wayne Towne.
Rhode Nelson and George Cobb were excused.
Bob Tochterman presented a request from the Menominee Veterans Association to use the lodge for a fishing derby on February 11, 2006. Carol Beck made a motion to allow them to use the lower lodge, with the stipulations that the lodge is cleaned up and returned to the original condition after use and the lodge rental fee would be returned. John Toppins second. There was a discussion about concerns about renting the lodge for such an event. It was decided to allow them to use the lodge this year as a trial.
Stan Wilson reported on the foreclosure sale of 56 Thunderbird. Stan stated that the Association is now the owner of 56 Thunderbird. There was a discussion about what to do with the property. Stan is going to get some of the cost involved with the foreclosure and get back with the Board.
Bob Tochterman reported on receiving two bids for lot 65 Big Sky. One was from a Randy Kranjec for $2,700 and the other from Ron and Erica Derbyshire for $2,700. Carol Beck made a motion to accept the offer from the person who submitted the offer first, Randy Kranjec. Tina Cain second. Motion carried.
There was a discussion about setting the minimum selling price on a property that the Association obtained, 66 Otter Ponds. It was decided to find out what the assessed value is and discuss this at the next meeting.
Bob Tochterman announced that Wayne Towne will be coming in at 8:30 this morning about issues that the Lake District is facing. He also stated that there is a Lake District meeting on Saturday, January 21, 2006.
Bob Tochterman stated he has received a letter from a gentleman who is running for sheriff and would like to meet with the Board. There was a discussion about if the Board should meet with this potential candidate. It was decided that the Board should decline the offer and stay out of politics.
Bob Tochterman pointed out that the Board needs to obtain candidates of qualified individuals for the Board of Directors.
Carol Beck stated that she has passed out some of the employee contracts. Carol also read the memo received from Larry Meyer on his intentions for the coming years. Carol also talked about the proposed personnel reviews.
The Board moved into a closed session.
The Board came out of closed session.
In closed session, the Board discussed and solidified personnel contracts.
Wayne Towne reported on the boat launch that is planned to be installed on the town property by the lodge and answered questions about it. Bob Tochterman suggested that if this new boat launch works out, the Board should think about closing the Association boat launch and removing the dock.
Wayne Towne talked about what is being done to obtain a permit and grant from the DNR to treat the lake. Wayne stated that the DNR has suggested looking at a 5 foot draw down to freeze out the Eurasian Water Milfoil over the winter.
Wayne Towne stated that they are holding a meeting on August 21, 2006 to get public input on the management of the Eurasian Water Milfoil on the lake. He also stated that the Tribe has obtained a grant which would be used to pay for the study that is required for this project. The EPA has set the money aside, but has not yet approved the work plan.
Wayne Towne read concerns that the DNR had which include not considering draw down and other management tools, more plant analysis surveys, everything done should be done to reduce plant fragmentation, and spot treatment.
Wayne Towne stated that the lake will not be treated all at once because the chemical needs to be used in water temperatures of around 60 degrees. The lake would be treated in sections based on the time the water reaches the right temperature.
Wayne Towne stated that they need feed back from the members at the meeting, in letter or e-mails.
There was a discussion about how long it would take to do the draw down and how long it would take for the lake to recover to normal levels.
Wayne Towne stated that they are applying for three separate grants for different basins of the lake. Wayne stated that they have fought the DNR on not treating channels and other areas of the lakes.
There was a discussion about the list of people that do not have their dues current.
Tina Cain requested to go to a closed session.
The Board came out of closed session.
In closed session, the legal issues were reviewed and discussed.
Pat Leitermann made a motion to approve the minutes of the Board Meeting of December 12, 2005, seconded by Carol Beck. Motion carried.
Carol Beck questioned the charge from M&I bank. Thomas stated it was for the safe deposit box. Pat Leitermann made a motion to approve the disbursements and unpaid bills for January 2006, seconded by Tina Cain. Motion carried. Renee Towne pointed out the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resource billing is for the stumping fees cut in 2005.
Bob Tochterman questioned if the Lake District service agreement should be increased or remain the same. It was agreed to get the accurate amounts that were budgeted and to proceed with the contract.
Committee Reports:
Renee Towne reported that they are still getting money from the current forestry cutting going on.
Old Business:
Stan Wilson verified that all the payments have been received on the Strong issue.
The Board decided to replace the broken glass on the entry door with Lexan and having buildings and grounds look into getting a light outside by the front entry door.
The next meeting is February 13, 2006.
Carol Beck made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Stan Wilson seconded. Motioned carried. Meeting adjourned.
Submitted by:
Rhode Nelson, Secretary
Board of Directors
