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3/6/2010 From the Board of Directors The following is in response to the many rumors circulating in the community regarding the Financial Status of the EPOA. The Board if Directors would like to state that all EPOA Accounts are solvent and we are able to meet our financial obligations. 3/4/2010 The EPOA Board of Directors invites you to come to the Board Meeting on March 13, 2010 at 10:00AM in the Marina Building. At this time the Board will issue a statement regarding the recent developments affecting the EPOA. You will also have an opportunity to meet Alice Trunzo, the new EPOA Manager. Refreshments will be available following the meeting. The EPOA office hours for the next two weeks are listed below. Please bear with us as we make our transition. Any further alterations will be posted here if needed, ASAP February 22 to February 28 Monday 10 - 2 Tuesday Closed Wednesday 10 - 2 Thursday 10 - 2 Friday 10 - 4 Saturday 10 - 2 Sunday Closed March 1 to March 7 SAME AS ABOVE Dear Property Owners: The purpose of this letter is to advise you that on February 6, 2010, following a Special Meeting of the Board of Directors, the Board accepted Luana Olpp’s resignation as Property Manager. The resignation was the culmination of a meeting that the Board of Directors conducted with its auditor and attorney. The Board is pleased to announce that it has hired a temporary property manager, Alice Trunzo. Mrs. Trunzo brings over 30 years of property management experience to the Escape and has been handling matters in the office since Mrs. Olpp’s departure. Board of Directors Escape Property Owners Association, Inc. February 10 2010 The Board of Directors has hired Alice Trunzo as an Interim Property Manager. She will be in the office during the regular office hours. The Board will be sending out a letter to all Property Owners within the next few days. Robert Brennan, EPOA President February 6 2010 As of February 6 2010 Luana Olpp has resigned as Property Manager of The Escape. Board of Directors The Sat. DEC. 12th. EPOA Christmas Luncheon start time has been changed to 1 PM. The Escape will provide Ham, Turkey & Roast Beef. If you plan to attend call the office with what dish you will bring to share with the number of those attending. It can be veggies, potatoes, salad or dessert. The children’s Christmas party will remain the same as stated below Sun. DEC. 13th. Children's Holiday Party at 2 PM. Snacks & drinks will be provided. We are still working on the entertainment. Of course "Jolly Ole St. Nick" will make an appearance I'm sure! The budget vote was completed on Tuesday 11/24/2009 at 11:30 Am the results are as follows. Ballots received 183 Not Counted: - 23 Total Counted: 160 Yes: 75 No: 85 The Board will meet soon to discuss their options. More information to follow. Jeff Kirkpatrick Chairman ballot committee. For a brief look at lake history click lake history on the home page. For Thanksgiving dinner,cookie exchange and dinner club information go to the home page and click on seasonal events. As per Rules and Regulations dated January 2008, Property Owners must submit plans to the Architectural Committee for approval, before they begin to make any changes (improvements) to the exterior of their homes or their property. This includes installing a new driveway or blacktopping an existing one. Submittal shall include all work to be done. This needs to be completed so that the Escape can determine if such changes will affect the drainage flow of the community. Failure to do so will result in a fine. Halloween party The Wicked Witch of the west and her flying monkeys are inviting all the ghouls and goblins of the Escape to our annual Halloween party. As usual, snacks will be available along with piñata fun. There will also be a best costume contest. The party will be held at the marina building on Saturday 10/24/2009 from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm. Come dressed to scare Oct.15 2009 Congratulations’ Michael Berdodotti, William Donnelly and Joseph Gibbons. The official EPOA vote count for Director has been completed as per our governing documents. May you serve with distinction along with our remaining seasoned Directors. Sept. 20 2009 Swimming Pool: The Marina Pool has been open from 11:00 am - 5:00 pm on the weekends since Labor Day. This was done in an effort to try and extend the swimming season. The nights have been very cold and the days have not been that warm, therefore, this weekend will be the last weekend that the pool is opened until next year. Sept 15 2009 January 9, 2008 The Escape Property Owners Association Dear Property Owners: The Board of Directors of the Lake Wailenpaupack Watershed Management District recommend small chipped stones, that are a grade recommended by Perm DOT, be scattered on icy roads. This helps to provide traction and at the same time helps protect the water quality in Lake Wallenpaupack. It is best to refrain from using rock salt or other deicers since your community is to close to the lake. For your information, Perm DOT uses 75% chipped stone and 25% rock salt when necessary. Sincerely, K-aren Mandeville District Administrator Lake Wallenpaupack Watershed Management District P.O. Box 143 • Hawky, PA 18428 « 570-226-3865 • Fax 570-226-1365 • www.WallenpaupaekWatershed.org As you can see in the information above, the Escape management and Board do in fact gather information and do the research necessary to make intelligent decisions based on all the facts available. This is not to say we will not use de-icing materials as we are still researching this. Points to remember are we must protect our water system and this beautiful lake we live by August 25 2009 EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY Building numbering Ordinance #85 The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Pike County.Each dwelling unit shall be numbered in accordance with this ordinance #85. All dwellings must post 911 Numbers of not less than 4 inche in height, all smaller number shall be removed.Placement must be that numbers can be seen from both directions when traveling on the street. Numbers may be placed on building, fence, post, or wall to clearly indicate the dwelling.No building permit or permits for property improvements will be granted until such asignment has been made. Any owner of a property that does not have an assigned number shall call the EPOA office or apply to the Pike County 911 office.These are not Lot numbers.Any person violating this ordinance shall be subject to a fine of not more than $300.00 and the cost of prosecution, by Pike Co. and Local Townships.Respectfully,Len Jardon 5-22-09 2009 Swimming Pool Schedule Pools will open for the season on June 13 2009 Each pool will be open 5 days per week. Southerton Pool - Closed Tuesday and Thursday Marina Pool - Closed Monday and Wednesday Please take note of the above schedule ALL PERSONS IN THE POOL AREA MUST POSSESS A CURRENT EPOA SWIM BADGE AND SIGN IN WITH THEIR NAME AND LOT #. VISITORS MUST SIGN IN WITH THEIR NAME AND THE LOT # OF THE PERSON THEY ARE VISITING. VISITORS PASSES MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE OFFICE AT THE COST OF $2.00 PER PERSON PER DAY The Burn Ban has been lifted 4-29-09 The marina area is open and the docks are in. Boats can be put in the slips starting Saturday May 2 4-15-09 Burn Ban in Effect No Burning Until Further Notice Violators will be fined. 4-4-09 Anyone wishing to purchase a Jet Ski ramp should contact the office as soon as possible. Ramp information can be found by clicking on the link posted 2-14-09 Cleanup day at the Marina will be May 2 2009 at 9:00AM. Please bring rakes etc to assist in the cleanup. Update on the Anger complaint against the Association. The following was received from the Pa Human Relations Commission by Mike Riccio the attorney representing the Associations insurance carrier in this matter. RE:Christine Anger Vs Escape Property Owners Association Case No. 200701076 HUD No. 03-07-0566-8 Dear Mike Riccio: This letter will notify you that the Pennsylvania Human Rights Commission (Commission) has investigated the above referenced complaint of unlawful discrimination and has determined that the complaint should be dismissed because the facts of the case do not establish that probable cause exists to credit the allegations of unlawful discrimination. 2-14-09 Any member wishing to purchase a PWC ramp should contact the office as soon as possible as the ramps must be ordered. Information on ramps can be seen by clicking here 2-14-09 The Board of Directors intends to review and update the By-Laws. Any member who has any suggestions concerning the by-laws should submit them in writing to the office. A reminder to all residents to stop at the office and pick up your 2009 vehicle stickers. Please bring your registration and proof of insurance. 1-16-09 Complaints have been received concerning snowmobiles being operated on Escape Roads. According to the Rules and Regulations snowmobiles are not permitted to be operated on Escape Property. Violators will be fined. Snowmobiles may be trailered to the marina parking lot and the boat ramp may be used to access the lake. Snowmobiles are not permitted on the trails behind the marina building 1-9-09 9:30AM The Board of Directors Meeting scheduled for January 10 2009 at 10:00AM has been cancelled due to the Winter Storm Watch issued by the National Weather Service. 12-6-08 The Holiday Luncheon will be held on Saturday, December 13 in the Marina Building from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Come on down for some Holiday socializing with your friends and neighbors. 12-6-08 There is a typographical error in the Newsletter which was sent to each property owner. The increase in dues referenced in the Presidents Column should read $10 for developed and $5 for undeveloped properties. 12-01-2008 The Holiday Season is here once again and the Board of Directors wishes all a Happy Holiday Season. 12-01-2008 It appears that we will be facing some tough financial issues in the year to come. I'm sure most of you know that the budget for the 2009 year was defeated by a vote of 78-64. The Board of Directors believes that the increase in the monthly maintenance fees of $10.00 was necessary in order to meet the expenses of the EPOA in a sound fiscal manner. Since the By-Laws do not specifically cover the process to be followed in the event of a defeated budget, the Board of Directors has decided that we will try to meet the expenses of the EPOA for 2009 with no increase in the monthly maintenance. It is important to note that we will be trying to meet the communities' expenses with monies from a budget that was passed in the year 2007. Everyone who is maintaining a household budget knows that their expenses have increased. The EPOA is faced with those same increases while operating a water system and sewer plant and maintaining the roads. The Board will carefully monitor the budget on a monthly basis to determine our ability to meet our mandated expenses. This means that some of the preventive maintenance projects might have to put on hold as well as a possible cut back in some of the amenities or a special assessment will have to be made.. We will keep you informed of our financial status as the year progresses. One project that we cannot put on hold is the Equalization Tank for the Sewerage Treatment Plaor a special assessment may need to be made.nt. It is anticipated that we will have more information as to the cost of this project early next year. Robert Brennan President 11-14-2008 Ballots were counted today for the 2009 EPOA budget: 64 Yes 78 No 11-13-2008 Volunteers are needed for committees in 2009. Anyone interested in serving on a committee should submit their names and committee(s) desired to the office no later than 12-15-08. Committees are: Architectural Finance Community Watch Grievance Dock 10-3-08 Board of Directors Election Results Vickie Boch 88 * Celine Cichinsky 76 * John Mackanics 73 * Ralph Mastrangelo 68 Bill Donnelly 44 * Elected 135 ballots received 10 not counted 9-1-08 REMINDER: The minimum age to operate any recreational vehicle including golf carts on EPOA property is 14 years of age. No one under the age of 14 may operate any recreational vehicle including golf carts even of someone over 14 is also in the vehicle. 8-17-08 The Board of directors has classified "Air Soft Guns" as a pellet gun and therefore are prohibited. The fine for possession on EPOA property is $500.00. Effective immediately the following roadways have been designated as NO THRU TRAFFIC roads. South Granite Drive from Southerton Lane to Marina Way . Traffic on South Granite Drive will be restricted to traffic going to homes on South Granite Drive and Granite T. South Granite Drive will not be used as a thru street to Marina way. Additionally traffic coming from Granite T to South Granite Dr will be restricted to making a Right Turn Only. Signs have been posted at South Granite Drive and Southerton Ln, Granite T and Marina Way. Gingersnap Drive from Granite Drive to Southerton Lane. Only traffic going to and from homes on Gingersnap Drive is permitted. Please note the above roads are not being closed they will be fully maintained year round including plowing and application of anti skid in the winter. This restriction only controls traffic flow. 1-5-08 The manager is responsible for the day to day business and operation of the EPOA. All complaints, correspondence, etc pertaining to the business of the EPOA are to be sent to the attention of the manager at the EPOA office. If the sender wishes to also send a copy directly to board members or any individual member copies indicating the desired recipient should be enclosed. 7-14-07 The maximum length of boats allowed in the slips of the Escape is 24ft. It has been the practice of the office to register boats and issue stickers to boats of the proper length. Recently a property owner in an effort to circumvent the rules submitted a fraudulent temporary registration stating that a 26ft boat was 24ft. Therefore effective immediately the following policy has been put into effect by the Board of Directors. 1. The length of a boat will be determined by the registered length as shown on a permanent registration issued by the Pa Fish and Boat Commission. 2. Only a current permanent registration issued by the Pa Fish and Boat Commission will be accepted to register a boat and obtain a sticker, with the following exception. 3. When a boat is newly purchased and a temporary registration is presented to register the boat a copy of the Title or the Manufacturers Certificate of Origin clearly listing the length of the boat must be attached. 4. The EPOA reserves the right to submit to the Pa Fish and Boat Commission or the local Waterways Conservation Officer any questionable registration temporary or permanent for verification of its authenticity and or accuracy. 6-11-2007 All visitors must have a visitors pass. Passes may be obtained in person at the office when the office is open. If a visitor arrives when the office is closed an adult registered resident must call the answering service with the following information: Their name and lot number, name of visitor, make and color of vehicle and license plate number. If the visitor is remaining a pass must be obtained at the office. All vehicles using or parked in the common areas including the roadways must display a current EPOA sticker, hang tag or visitors pass. |
