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Alligator Point Taxpayer’s Association Minutes March 9th, 2002 President Linc Barnett called the meeting to order at 9:00. The minutes from the previous meeting of February 8th were read by ‘beth Hayes. A motion to approve was made by Jim McCachren and seconded by Ann Maruszak. Bob Burnett read the treasurer's report for February when APTA’s assets were $35,904.95 There were 146 paid members with 12 new members. A motion to approve was made by Jim McCachren and seconded by Frank Gibson. Joe Hambrose reported on the Development Committee. Bob Deibel is the newest committee member. The members of APTA, APECO and ABARK are in agreement that plans to locate a marina in Class I and II waters shall be opposed. The developer of the Point Lounge property is requesting a zoning change as part of the property is zoned residential due to the road relocation. A 25-unit structure with up to 3 bedrooms with kitchens is proposed. Debbie Holton will make a presentation after the meeting. Linc reported on the Tarpon Bay project that was granted a lot width variance based on a proposed 1.6-acre lot size. As the final survey shows a total of five acres, not eight, he has sent a letter to the Board of Adjustments requesting that they reconsider the variance. No reply has been received yet. Linc announced a special meeting to discuss erosion will take place March 23rd at 10:00am. All members are invited. Vicki Barnett reported on a surprise speaker at the Commissioner’s meeting. A representative from Benedict Engineering asked the Commissioners to write a letter to Congressman Boyd. This letter was written to indicate their interest in the use of Innovative Technology funding, if available to cover all costs associated with one of the sand mesh systems. Roy DuVerger said he had spoken with the Parker representative who stated that their Naples project has been successful and that DEP is moving toward acceptance of the technology. Ann Maruszak of the Communications/Membership committee stated that a renewal letter was mailed to lapsed members along with a copy of the survey. Taylor Moore said the Water Board would allow the extra membership forms to be placed in the Water Board office. Ken Osborne volunteered to contact the current owner of the alligatorpoint.com domain name to ask if we could use it. Linc reported on the By Laws Committee which expects to have a presentation for the members at the May meeting. Members will be notified in advance by mail. John Murphy of the Public Safety committee said that the plans to meet with Sheriff Varnes have fallen through. Vicki said that if the outstanding monies due EmergyStat were not paid by yesterday, the County is without ambulance service. Steve Fling said that the Fire Department will soon have an adequate number of trained volunteers to take over the operation of an ambulance. Ann moved that we explore getting one of the county-owned ambulances moved here and the motion was seconded by Joe Hambrose. Steve also stated that an MSBU raise to $42 has been approved for the Fire Department and that the hydrant survey requested should be complete by April. Tom VanderPlaats said that Bunky Atkinson has been appointed to serve on the water board. Linc stated that members have expressed concerns about the amount of activity that happens between the regular meetings. Joe Hambrose made a motion to schedule a special meeting March 23rd to discuss the situation; this was seconded by ‘beth Hayes. The meeting is scheduled for 9:00 am. A motion to adjourn was made by Jim McCachren and seconded by Joe Hambrose. The meeting ended at 10:30. Respectfully Submitted, ‘beth Hayes
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