LAKE GASTON ASSOCIATION

Minutes (approved) Director’s Meeting – June 4, 2008

Lake Gaston Baptist Church – 9:30 AM  First Wednesday

Mission: To identify lake issues affecting our members and pursue resolution with the responsible organization.

Location:              Lake Gaston Baptist Church, Littleton, North Carolina

Convened:            9:30 AM by President John Cataldo

Pledge of Allegiance:      Led by the President

Moment of Silence:         Led by the President

Visitor Introductions:     Warren County –  Ron Skow, Doc Daugherty, Ed Hubbard, L. T. Lester, Jim Jones, Bill La Monte; Halifax County -  Jim Smalfelt; Northampton County – Roger West, Bruce Johnson, Levetta Johnson and Judith Faust, Press – Observer Newspaper.

Director Attendance:     Present -  John Boyle, Barbara Burgdoerfer, John Cataldo, Patrick Dempsey, Calvin DeShields, Ralph Domach, David Duxbury, Joee Hoxter, Doug Hughes, Larry Jolly, Fred Kneisel, Laura Kolb, Lenny Turner, Quinton Qualls, Moira Underwood.    Absent:    Bill Bryant, Pete Deschenes, Johnna Fross, Bill Lindenmuth, Jack Saunders, John Slaton, and Vernon Wilson.

Guest Speaker – None scheduled for this meeting in preparation for the annual meeting on June 14, 2008.

Secretary’s Report – Joee Hoxter

The minutes of May 7, 2008 were properly accepted as reported and are on file.

Treasurer’s Report – Bill Lindenmuth absent.

The treasurer will report on April, May, June and July in the July Director’s meeting.

Committee Reports

Planning and Development – Doug Hughes for Chairman Jack Saunders

Doug stated the committee continues to look at defining a specific area for influence around Lake Gaston by creating a map outlining this region.  We are also examining the possibility of using the University of North Carolina School of Government to help us put together a comprehensive zoning/land use plan.  The complete report is on file.

Nominating – Laura Kolb

Laura reviewed the Directors that will be installed for a new and/or second term during the annual meeting.  All directors were asked to confirm their record of participation and to continue to look for others in the lake community that may wish to serve on the Board.

Lake Environment/Aquatic Weed – Patrick Dempsey for Vernon Wilson

Three subdivisions returned information on hydrilla treatment by their residents.  There was discussion on the lack of appearance does not mean that hydrilla is not present.  There is further identification of different types of weeds that are increasing in growth in Lake Gaston.  Please see detailed report on file.

Safety – Patrick Dempsey for Jack Saunders

Patrick reported the 911 cards are now available to assist in identifying residential locations for emergency purposes.  Also, the committee has continued its support for boater education in North Carolina.  The complete report is on file.

Membership Development – David Duxbury

The committee reported that 1086 households are members in good standing.   They continue to explore methods of obtaining new members and retaining old members.  The complete report is on file.

Government Relations – Larry Jolly

The committee reviewed the list of speakers for the general meetings, discussed the possibility of establishing a position on the concept of incorporating a town of Lake Gaston, delayed support of additional funding for the sheriff’s budget until it can be reviewed in writing by the committee and looked at each county report on the governmental activity that affects the residents of Lake Gaston.  The complete report is on file.

Executive Director’s Report – Moira Underwood

Moira gave an overview of her activities this past month.  She reviewed the preparation tactics by the Dues Structure Committee to present to the Board during today’s meeting.  She attended three committee meetings and was available for conferences via telephone and email.  The complete report is on file.

Old Business

The annual meeting will be held on Saturday, June 14, 2008 at the Lake Gaston Baptist Church with registration and food from 8:30 AM to 10:00 PM.  Board members are asked to report to the church at 2:00 PM on Friday to set the tables, etc. up for Saturday.  We anticipate a large turn-out due to the topic of the guest speaker.  Also, the President will present recognitions to Board members whose terms are concluded.

New Business

There was a brief discussion regarding the Membership Development committee’s project of sending out letters to acquire new members.  The discussion will be continued in the Executive Session today.

The meeting was properly adjourned.

Sincerely,

Joee A. Hoxter

Secretary