Indian Hills

Highlights of 2003 Annual Meeting

Jan 20, 2004

HIGHLIGHTS OF 2003 I.H.R.A. GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING


The 2002 annual resident?’s meeting was held at Northwest Church of the Nazarene on October 28. Elected as officers for the 2002/2003 fiscal year were:
President Tim Murnane
Vice President Ed Geraghty
Treasurer Brett Howell
Secretary Bob Jacobsen

Asst. Secretary Sue Romig


TREASURER?’S REPORT: Treasurer Jane Matson reviewed the Balance Sheet and the Income & Expense Statement. For the 12 mo. fiscal year ended 9/30/03, the Association had $42,315.28 cash on hand in its bank accounts. For the year?’s operations, the Association had combined total receipts of $54,677.73, disbursements of $46,334.05, for a surplus of $8,343.68.



POOL REPORT: Pool Chair Sandee Ferguson reported that 2003 was good year financially, and as a result the Pool showed an operating gain of $1950. Sandy thanked volunteers (with husband Mark deserving much kudos). Tim Schuster presented Sandee with a check for $625 to be donated to the pool. This represented a $25 rebate for each roofing job his company performed in the neighborhood.

TENNIS REPORT: Tennis Chair John Hoffman reported that tennis memberships were 24 households for the 2003 season, up from 16 in 2002. He said trees and shrubs need trimmed back along the creek. He said the courts were playable and in decent shape, but would require resurfacing at some point in the future.

ENTRANCES REPORT: Entrances Chair Betsy Smalldon said it was a good year for the landscaping around the walls. She thanked Sandy Hindall, Carolyn Turner and Emily Bull for their tireless efforts at keeping our walls looking good. Mary Ison was thanked for prompt work on creating the announcement signs. She needs more people on the committee -- has 4 people and 6 walls to maintain.

BLOCKWATCH REPORT: Gini Peloquin reported that there were a few break-ins in February 2003. Gini hopes to get more email addresses form neighbors to quickly inform them of any issues.

ACTIVITIES: Lisa Puhlick reported that there would be a Halloween party at the pool parking lot on Oct. 31,


OLD BUSINESS SUMMARY:

Tim Murnane distributed a handout, which discussed the possibility of the Association paying to have curb numbers painted throughout the neighborhood. Tim said the idea was suggested at last year?’s annual meeting, the Board had researched it during the current year, the Board was in favor, and the Board now wished to have the proposal discussed and voted upon. Tim said that painted numbers were the best and least expensive option. If approved, the Assoc. would pay a contractor $7.50 per home, versus the standard rate of $10. The work would be done in the spring/summer of 2004. Tim said a form would be sent to each home beforehand. The form would allow a homeowner to ?“opt out?” or not participate in the project. Tim also pointed out that not all members would benefit from the project. Homes on Linworth Rd. have no curbs, and others already have installed ?“permanent?” curb numbers. Discussion ensued. A motion passed to approve the project.


The proposed budget for FY 03/04 was approved.
PROPOSED OPERATING BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2003-2004
Estimated Receipts
Annual fee 15350.00
Assoc. Memberships 1800.00
Interest and Dividends 400.00
Swim Club 34000.00
Tennis Club 500.00
Total Receipts 52050.00

Estimated Disbursements
Activities 1000.00
Bank Fees 150.00
Blockwatch 225.00
Directory 400.00
Entrances 2000.00
Insurance 2500.00
Common Grounds 1000.00
Misc. Expense 500.00
Office Expense 275.00
Postage 900.00
Printing 900.00
Swim Club 34000.00
Taxes 3300.00
Tennis Club 500.00
Utilities 2800.00
Total Disbursements 50400.00
Budget Surplus 1650.00

ANNUAL FEES ARE DUE IN JANUARY

Please look for your notice and return by January 31.

CURB NUMBERS
As noted in the highlights of the Annual Meeting, the IHRA has approved the painting of curb numbers. This will be financed by IHRA funds. This was originally proposed by Brad Mitchell at the 2003 Annual Meeting.
Much discussion took place before the idea passed. The main positive is a more visible way for emergency personnel to find the home. The main negative was that not all homes in the IHRA have curbs. It was agreed that each homeowner needs to opt in or out of the project in writing. Please find the form attached to be returned to Tim Murnane at 919 Stoney Creek Rd. If a homeowner is unable to get the form to Tim, he will stop by.
GOOD JOB INDIAN HILLS
The neighborhood was especially beautiful this holiday season. Many have commented on the variety and number of well decorated homes. The board wishes to congratulate Jerry and Cartha Sexton at 5934 Rocky Rill for an especially nice job on their home.

The way you keep up your home and yard affects the culture and the values of the neighborhood. Thanks to all who make their homes neat and agreeable.