Meetings

Golden Lake Property Owners Association

Annual General Meeting

June 6, 2009

Killaloe Public School

Approximately 83 people were in attendance.

Welcome

President Kevin O’Connor called the meeting to order at 9:05 a.m. by welcoming everyone. Kevin gave credit to all the volunteers that have helped GLPOA in its first five years of existence. He introduced Mick Daley as the person who got GLPOA started back in 2004. He encouraged others to get involved by volunteering for a few hours each year.

Greetings from Townships

Mayor Janice Visneskie brought greetings from Killaloe, Hagarty & Richards Council.

Councilor Carine Cybulski brought greetings from the Bonnechere Valley Township Council.

Mayor Harold Weckworth brought greetings from North Algona - Wilberforce Council.

Minutes from June 7, 2008 AGM - Bill Clark

Bill Clark read the minutes from the 2008 AGM.

It was moved by Carine Cybulski and seconded by Dorothy Corbeil that the minutes be accepted as read. Carried

Treasurer’s Report - Kathy Lampi

Kathy gave a thorough report on Association finances, as reflected in the table below.

It was moved by Monique Pye and seconded by Carine Cybulski that the Treasurer’s report be accepted as presented. Carried.

To arrange the annual financial cycle so that year-end financial reporting can be done at the early June AGM, it was moved by Carine Cybulski and seconded by Dave Lemkay to change the fiscal year end to March 31.

Membership Committee Report - Gail McPhee

Gail began her report by thanking everyone for coming. She recognized the contribution of all the people who have volunteered as zone reps. There are 25 people involved this year. She introduced Mike Johnson as her successor as membership chair and Monique Pye who does the input of results and maintains the database. The Association has had around 350 members for the past few years. But there have been over 500 properties as members on at least one year. Gail said she has enjoyed her work with GLPOA and is confident of very good membership numbers this year. All present recognized Gail’s good work on this important aspect of Association affairs.

Water Quality - Mike Cayer

Mike gave a brief update on the cormorant situation. He has passed on the cormorant petition results to MPP John Yakabuski and mentioned a fact sheet on cormorants that is available from GLPOA. He noted that a private members bill aimed at changing the protected species status for cormorants is moving through the Ontario legislature and will come up again later this year. Mike reported that the water quality tests were again good at 9.2 and 8.0 phosphorous, which is consistent with testing in past years. Despite the good results we must continue to be vigilant regarding any possible changes in water quality. He mentioned the need to maintain septic systems and promoted the septic systems workshop to be hosted by GLPOA in August. He also mentioned the invasive species that might be encountered, including the water soldier plant. He mentioned the FOCA booklet Healthy Waterfronts available from GLPOA. He also mentioned the three GLPOA fact sheets that can be found on the GLPOA web site.

Waterway Hazard Marking Program - Gord McMillan

Kevin gave the report in the absence of Gord McMillan and Jay Foran. The cold and rough weather has prevented all the buoys from being installed yet, but they will all be in place in the next week or so. Anyone who finds a loose marker can drop it off at Killaloe Sports Plus. Kevin reported that proper red and green channel markers are purchased and placed in the upper and lower  reaches of the Bonnechere River and at the narrows at Beatty’s Island this year. There was a discussion of speed limit markers at various places on our reach. It was recommended that people email the Association to begin the process of considering these suggestions.

Water Level Committee Report - Kevin O’Connor

Kevin gave background on the issue of water levels by mentioning the various agencies and interested parties that are involved. Although there was little damage to properties on the River and around Golden Lake in the spring of 2008, there was serious damage on Round Lake. There is now a discussion of amending the existing Water Management Plan, with most stakeholders in agreement, except that Renfrew Power Generation is reluctant. Peter Boldt is concerned that the level in Golden Lake has never been managed as in the past as is being proposed, so he wants to do more study to be sure it is feasible. The results of the fish study should be made public soon, although it is known already that the trout now in Round Lake are the original species, not those that were seeded in the lake.

Cell Phone Update - Dave Lemkay

Dave reported that Bell Mobility has activated three towers of the proposed five.  However, all the necessary permits have been obtained  for the remaining two. Whereas these will not be erected in 2009, it is expected that they will be in 2010 with much increased capacity for service. Rogers has five towers installed in the Douglas to Golden Lake area. Now that both companies have some towers in place, cell service is improving in the area.

OPP Presentation - Constable Brent Darraugh

Brent Darraugh serves as a marine officer in the summer. The OPP mandate is to provide safe waterways. Any boater that does not have life jackets will be ticketed. Approved life jackets have a legible label, no mould, broken zippers or buckles. Life jackets do not necessarily have to be worn, but it is strongly recommended. Similarly, any boater found with open alcohol on board will be charged. Constable Darraugh responded to a number of questions from the audience. He also clarified that if GLPOA (or anyone) wants to add speed limit signs, the sign and location and the whole initiative must be approved by the regulating body. However Slow or speed limit signs may be placed near the water on private property.

Ruby Road Dump - Dave Lemkay

The Township is moving forward on the analysis of the two options in the Environmental Screening process to expand the Ruby Road Waste Transfer Site.  Costs for this option and the possible joining of the Ottawa Valley Waste Recovery Centre are being determined. Carine Cybulski gave a brief report on the process. It is hoped that the comparative figures will be available later this year.

New Map - Dave Lemkay

Dave gave some background on how the map was developed with the County of Renfrew Development and Planning Department. He pointed out that GLPOA owns the copyright on the map, having paid county staff for their help in developing it. He mentioned that the maps will be retailed at $5 by local businesses who buy it at a wholesale price of $3 from GLPOA. So far two businesses have ordered 100 maps each and more such sales are expected.

Launch Site Billboard Advertising - Kevin O’Connor

Kevin reported that this is a very successful program, both for GLPOA and for the advertisers. Four more ad spaces will be added this year.

Communications, Newsletter, Website, Banner - John Gulland

John noted that the web site is quite complex, with a number of sections. He said he does the work because he enjoys working with the Board, which has made clear it appreciates his work.

Nominating Committee Report and Board Elections - Dave Lemkay

Dave Lemkay moderated the election of the board of directors for 2009-10

Executive

Bill Gardner is stepping down from his position as Vice-President.

Kevin O’Connor is entering the second year of his two-year term and will remain President

Mike Johnson is standing for Vice President

Kathy Lampi is entering the second year of her two-year term and will remain Treasurer

Bill Clark is entering his second year and will remain Secretary

Dave Lemkay will remain Past-President

Board

Brenda Maunder, Jeff Scharf, Hubert Weber, Gord McMillan, and Karen Utronki have completed their first year.

Doug Yourth and Mike Cayer have completed their second years and have indicated that they would be pleased to let their names stand for another two-year term.

With this situation of Yourth and Cayer being accepted as returning, there remains three vacant board positions. Dave called for three nominations from the floor.

In a motion by Terry Ryan, seconded by Linda Ingram, they nominated Jennifer Hoffman.

In a motion by Maryanne Butler, seconded by Cairine Cybulski, they nominated Stephen Butler.

Dave Lemkay called once again for a third nomination, saying that it wasn't necessary to fill all board positions at this time. Hearing none, he called for nominations to be closed. 

Joan Yeldon moved nominations closed.

Moved by Dave Lemkay and seconded by Kate O'Hara that the slate of officers and board members be accepted as presented.  Carried.

Pleasure Craft Operators Course, July 4 - Dave Lemkay

Dave reported on the boater’s course. Pre-registration for the course is underway through emails to the website. The presentation of the course starts at 8:30 am, finishing about four hours later after the written test and distribution of the temporary permit. The cost is $35. The course will be marketed intensively this year since the deadline for having the license is September 2009. The Lake Clear Property Owners Association has decided to join ranks with the GLPOA-sponsored course. Dave pointed out that because of the commercial nature of this presentation, costs to rent Killaloe Public School and event insurance is $350. Once again, the course is being sponsored by Killaloe Sports Plus and George's Marine and Sports of Eganville.

CPR Course, July 11 - Kevin O’Connor

Kevin reported on the course. Last year’s course cost $75 and was for a whole day. This year the course is just half a day. Dave Lacrouix will be the instructor. Up to 25 people can attend. The cost will be $35. Killaloe IDA Pharmacy will sponsor the advertising for the course.

2009 Fun Fest, July 18 - Bill Clark

Bill outlined plans for the FunFest, which is really a family day that will include something for everyone. There will be activities from 10:00 am to 2:00pm, including lunch. The Road Crew will provide music. Bill is still looking for volunteers to assist on various aspects of the event.

Golden Lake Poker Run, August 1 - Weldon McEachen

Weldon gave details. The entry fee is $20 and includes lunch. Registration is at 8:30 am at the Sands on Golden Lake. Weldon confirmed that this is a poker run, not a race and all water safety rules must be complied with. Seven stops around the lake must be visited to obtain a card at each to complete the game. Attendants at each stop will record the cards drawn to maintain control.  Substantial cash prizes are offered. Entry forms are available from organizers, and sponsors: George's Marine and Sports, Killaloe Sports Plus and the Sands on Golden Lake.

GLPOA Business Meeting, August 22, Golden Lake Park - Kevin O’Connor

It was decided that a late summer business meeting will not be needed this year. This decision was taken because the Fun-Fest replaces the later meeting that was always intended to be a social event.

Septic Systems Workshop Thursday, August 27 - Kevin O’Connor

Kevin mentioned that at the FOCA Annual General Meeting he attended in Toronto the manager of the water quality association offered to deliver a seminar to any group in return for a $100.00 donation to the Ontario Onsite Wastewater Association Scholarship Fund. Based on a positive response from the GLPOA board, Kevin has organized a septic system workshop with this professional presenter. Promotion of this evening workshop will hopefully result in a good turn-out.

Other Business

There was no other business to conduct.

Adjournment

It was moved by Kate O’Hara to adjourn the meeting. Carried.