Minutes of Board meeting

January 10, 2004

Meeting called to order by the President, Ken Osborne, at 9:00 am. As the Secretary had resigned at the previous meeting, the first order of business was to elect a new secretary. The President called for nominations: Jim Cummins was nominated. After asking for additional nominations and getting none, the nominations were closed. Jim Cummins was elected on a voice vote.

The new Secretary read the meetings of the meeting, December 13, 2003, as submitted by the previous Secretary. Feifer moved that the minutes be accepted, Hurley second; no discussion; motion passed.

The President explained that a special presentation by Steve Fling and his partners on the proposed KOA purchase and development had been arranged. The meeting was turned over to Fling and he introduced some of his partners and staff. Fling gave a wide-ranging presentation of the proposed uses of the KOA area and alternatives. An additional 10 months of "due diligence" still remains before plans are finalized. Some of the features of the plans are a boat launch with parking to be sold to the county; full-time housing for law enforcement (Deputy Sheriff); provisions to relocate County Road 370 at some future date; provisions for a country store, restaurant, and other shops; a total of 46 residential lots. Fling stated that no decision has been made whether they will just sell lots or build houses.

After Fling answered questions and an open discussion of alternate options, President Osborne explained that at this point APTA has not taken a position on the situation other than requesting:

1. Certified survey of mean high tide line
2. Certified survey of various categories of buildable land specifying acreage in each category and
3. Certification and capacity of sewage plant by DEP.

Since APTA does not have enough information to make a decision, President Osborne suggested that APTA hire a planner to coordinate activities.

Feifer moved to authorize the President to hire a planner.

Barnet second; after brief discussion, motion passed.

President Osborne announced that the Water Board and P&Z meetings are being held at almost the same time on Tuesday and requested some additional assistance to cover both meetings.

Dick Waters and Linc Barnett as the Beach Erosion committee read a statement made by Allen Pierce concerning the renourishment activity. This statement will be published in the next newsletter.

President Osborne needed to leave because of an out-of-town commitment and turned the meeting over to Vice-president Linc Barnett.

November ending balance: $27869.56

December ending balance: $26,641.53

Total assets (12/31/03): $34526.00

Feifer moved to accept report; Deibel seconded, motion passed

Joe Hambrose and Allen Feifer reported on the recent Board of Adjustment meeting. Feifer stated that since the BoA had granted a variance that violated their own policy/standards, the BoA now felt that there were no standards. Since APTA did not challenge the original variance, we would have no legal standing in the matter. Plans have been made to ensure that an APTA representative is present at all future BoA meetings.

Ann Maruszak reported that she had received a proposal from ‘beth Hayes to continue producing the newsletter. It was suggested that the proposal be put on hold pending possible membership participation.

Vicki Barnett reported that we currently have 240 paid members, 3 subscriptions and 3 complimentary copies for a total of 246 newsletters. The second renewal notice will be sent out at the end of January.

Joann Deibel reported that all is going well with the welcome garden. A question was asked if APTA still needs the water meter at the garden… No, it needs to be removed.

Frank Gibson reported that everything is in place as far as redistricting is concern although there are some pending law cases concerning the procedures.

Steve Fling gave a brief update on the Fire Department, including the fact that the Deputy Sheriff and his wife are participating in a very positive way. Having a resident law enforcement officer is desirable.

Second by Waters, no discussion, motion passed.

Motion to adjourn made by Hambrose, seconded by Waters, motion passed.

Meeting adjourned at 11:00am.

Respectfully submitted,

Jim R Cummins, Sec.