March 2022 Board Meeting Recap
The RomeRock Association held their March meeting on Saturday, March 5th at the Clubhouse with the following members present: Scott Soble, Rory Marshall, Bob McClintock (remotely), Cheryl Fain, Rick Brothers and Nadine Pope. Also present was Pat Sowry.
President, Scott Soble called the meeting to order at 10 a.m. Cheryl gave the invocation. The January minutes were approved. The January Treasurer’s report was also approved. Scott welcomed the residents in attendance and is glad we can once again meet in person. We were especially pleased that some members of our village council were present. It is so important that we share ideas and work along side our village for the common goal of a unified community.
Scott also reported that construction of the Entertainment Pavilion is nearing completion of the structure itself. There is much more that will be happening, however, before our first concert in June. We have four concerts scheduled for this summer. The last one will be held at the Rib Cook Off on September 3rd. There will also be a DJ at the Pavilion on July 2nd to entertain members when they come to the park for the fireworks.
Under Legal, Scott reported that there are no current legal issues
Under Financial and Collection, Nadine reported she met with Pat to compile a new list of delinquent members. Letters were sent out to some of these members at the end of February. To date, in 2022, nearly $20,000.00 in delinquent dues and assessments has been collected. More letters to members will be going out this month. Members need to all share in the expenses of our lake community.
Dave Ernes reported for Lake Management that the water quality report is available on the RRA website and that he included a summary of the report in a recent eblast. Should anyone have questions, they can email Dave at romerocklmc@gmail.com. Three quotes have been received for our proposed Fish Survey and LMC is reviewing them and will make a recommendation to the board. Dave said that the 2022 lake health plan is nearly complete and will collaborative, combining weekly testing with more eyes on the lake to see problems as they arise. He is working with EnviroScience and AquaDoc. Some testing sites may be adjusted as well as watershed testing. This is all being done so a long range plan for lake health can be formulated for 2023. We will be using the Vodoguard treatments again this year and will look into the possibility of using the Vodoguard treatment that uses peroxide in the future. We are looking into ways to test this product in a limited area before use. Dredging the South end of the lake will begin in September with limited dredging during the summer months farther north in some of the lake’s coves.
Under Lake Safety, Rory reported that Chief Roskos advised him that all water certification classes for 2022 are filled. We will continue to work towards a police presence on the lake but for this season will attempt to increase the Lake Patrol presence on the lake. Jim Fell has agreed to work on lake patrol this season and we will be advertising for additional part time employees. Rory also reported that the next Boating Safety Course will be at the Clubhouse on May21 from 9 a.m. til 6 p.m. More information will follow in our weekly eblast.
Under Board of Review, Yvonne Gibson reported that the board has no current appeals.
Under Building and Facilities, Bob reported that demo has been completed on the bathrooms at Beach 1 and Beach 2. Materials have been ordered and there is a ten week time line for installing new fixtures, bathroom stalls and changing stations. There will be new epoxy flooring, lighting and all areas will be painted. Nadine reported that she will be working with Rory and Jim Kovats to plan for some new signage at the shores. All signs should have a recognizable logo and be easily maintained and reproduced.
Under Administration, Nadine reported that the committee would be meeting with employees later in the month. These meetings are excellent planning sessions as well as opportunities for our employees to give us their ideas and voice any concerns. Scott is in regular communication with Randy Reubel, our Maintenance Supervisor, to discuss anything that comes up between regular meetings.
Under Amenities, Nadine reported that the pickle ball/tennis court resurfacing will be completed by the beginning of June, as long as the weather is such that the resurfacing material will have sufficient temperatures to properly cure. Cracks will be filled with mesh and the entire court resurfaced and finished with sport court paint. It will have four pickle ball courts that can also be used as two tennis courts. Rick reported that planning is going well for our New Member Orientation to be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 23rd (note, this date was rescheduled for Saturday, May 7th at 6:30pm). This meeting is open to all members, but is especially geared towards new members and will provide them with information concerning Roaming Shores and the surrounding area. Rick also reported that we should have vending machines offering water and soft drinks in place at beach 1 and 2 by Memorial Day.
Fishing Club , Jim Fell reported that dues were raised $5.00 per year to an annual fee of $25.00. These dues help to pay for several of their events during the summer, including the Childrens’ Fishing Clinic that they host .Their 2022 Calendar of Events is posted at the clubhouse. Jim also reported for the Neighborhood Volunteer Club that they will begin helping our maintenance department stain picnic tables after they have been pressure washed and dried. Anyone willing to help with this project, please contact Jim or leave your name at the RRA office.
Rick reported that Friends and Neighbors Club will host a dinner at Paradise Bay on Friday, March 11th. Just show up, you can order from the menu and catch up with your neighbors.
Polar Bear Club – Scott reported that Mindy Fier wanted to thank all those who helped make the Plunge a huge success. Over $16,000.00 was raised for our local schools. The board wants to thank Mindy and all of the Polar Bear Club members for their hard work on the plunge and their amazing community involvement all year long.
Steve Kaufman reported that the Pickle Ball Club will be hosting their Spring Social on Friday, April 29 to have Pickle Ball demonstrations and welcome new members.
Nadine Pope, Secretary