August 8th, 2006

"Webster Lake Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing, preserving and protecting the quality of the lake and its watershed through the promotion of responsible, effective environmental & educational policies. We shall strive to strengthen and unite the Webster Lake Community through recreational, social and civic activities. Our mission is to preserve this regionally unique resource as a pristine legacy for future generations."

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Agenda: Webster Lake Association Meeting At Point Breeze Tuesday, August 8, at 7:00 P.M. 

President's Report

  • Year-end report on lake programs – summary- Dick reported on the weed treatments, new survey and motion was made to approve $3600 for GeoSyntech to conduct a new assessment on the health of the lake.

  • New items of concern Membership is still consistent but we really feel that the residents of the lake should all be aware and contribute to the mission that we undertake which benefits us all.  There will be an additional mailing going out soon

  • Last chance to purchase raffle tickets for tonight’s drawing  Webster lake water was introduced as a fundraiser for Webster Sports at the HS.  Call Lisa Russo 943-8295 to support this worthy fundraiser ($12 per case)

Vice President's Report    

  • Newsletter update – Will be going out soon so send items of interest to Jane Hill    

  • There is a new site for the French River Association that was sent out.  Take a look. 

  • Memberships are also available and we need to support each other’s efforts as we are all working for the same objectives.  

Secretary's Report

  • Attendance 65 members tonight

  • Membership due – decal will be mailed when you renew   

  • Elections:  Nominations for VP, Treasurer, 1 member from each pond

  • New board members are Richard Coes from Middle Pond and Jim Winslow from South Pond; Re elected were Brian Houlihan from Middle Pond and Gloria Ricker from North Pond; Paul Turner was elected Treasurer; Jane Hill was re-elected Vice President. 

  • Many thanks to Joan Wentland and Ron Harden for their time and effort for the WLA

  • Appreciation to members who have been working to improve membership; served on BOD and worked on Fund-raising

  • Last meeting notes; review and approval- Moved by Mitch Pizzetti and seconded by Pat Riley; approved v  Treasurer's Report     

Treasurer's Report

  • Financial report-Moved by Ernie Benoit and second by Anita Pitchette; approved with current balance of $39,268.16  

Environmental Committee Report

  • Ernie on water quality-Ernie gave us an in depth report of how the testing is going, equipment use and future dates.  He thanked all the dedicated members who volunteer to assist with WQT and we all appreciate all you do.  

FUN-draisers Committee Report

  • Golf tournament report=Mitch gave a report on plans which are exciting.  We do need members to support our new fundraiser by getting sponsors, volunteering to assist that day (Oct. 1) and by sending in fees for golf teams.  Call Janet Anderson or Mitch Pizetti if you have questions

  • Raffle report-Judy and Linda thanked everyone who helped sell tickets.  After a slow start, we ended up selling over 200 tickets and will realize approximately $10,000.  Thanks.  

  • Winners were:

    • Marille Demakes

    • Robbie  Morse 

    • Demakes Family

    • Congratulations to you all   

Old Business

  • Status of corporate membership-BOD is studying alternative memberships but the local businesses are supporting our efforts  

New Business

  • Reminder of Killdeer Island Road Race. Contact Peter Luchina to participate or assist on Sept. 9

  • Ken Parker spoke about the up coming cleanup Aug 26 and is in need of waders.  He thanked the National Park Service for their grant, the WLA for assisting with sponsoring; reminded us of membership to the French River and the new site on our link.

  • Webster Lake Water site is bhsgridiron@charter.net   

Announcements

  • Next WLA Meeting – October 10,2006 Point Breeze

  • Next BOD meeting – August 29, 2006  Colonial

Respectfully submitted Linda Littleton