1. Board members present were John Baker, Randy Fay, Renee Edel, Tanya Hawkins, Sharon Hytinen, and Walt Smith. Vickie Miller, the Treasurer, was also present

2. John Baker called the meeting to order at 7pm. The minutes from the Board meeting on 3/11/10 were read and approved. The letter concerning ‘snow removal’ was also read and approved.

3. Vickie gave the treasurer’s report. We have $9679.95 in checking and $7000.00 in reserves. Ken Blass has still not paid this year even after John talked with him in person. All bills sent to Mr. Blass were returned marked ‘undeliverable mail’. His voicemail on his cell phone is full. Vickie suggested using a collection agency as an alternative to a lien. Sharon will check if the property is for sale and check what protection there is for HOA’s with foreclosures and short-sales. Vickie will fax the bylaws to a collection agency to see what the fee would be to the HOA. Randy made a motion, Renee 2^nd, to allow the Board to use a collection agency as an option for unpaid dues. The motion passed 5 to 1 (Sharon against).

4. John gave a detailed report on the dredging and irrigation. In short; the dredging was not completed because of rain and an unknown source of water leaking into the pond. The dredging will be completed in the fall. Ed Stehlin found a large leak behind unit 843. The leak was fixed but because of soft ground it may be a recurring problem. All broken sprinkler heads were replaced. There will be additional filters installed to protect the pump motor against pond silt. At this time the system is working well.

5. After discussion, the Board voted unanimously to allow Columbine Landscaping to prune shrubs in the neighborhood. Up to 40 hours @ $25.00 per hour was approved. The 2010 Budget was reviewed and there is money available for this project. Renee will send an email to the landscaper with instructions.

6. The Board discussed a report by Nancy Lewis on sidewalk hazards/maintenance. (See report) After review the Board decided to get estimates from concrete companies. Two estimates will be sought from each company: one to fix only the 3 trip hazards and one for preventative maintenance for the entire neighborhood. Sharon will give a report at the next meeting.

7. Duke Cox and Sharon Hytinen both presented plans to the Architecture Control Committee for changes in their patio areas. (See plans) After review Duke’s plan was approved unanimously. Sharon’s plan was passed 5 to 1. (Renee against)

8. The Board gave approval to replace dead landscape plants in the neighborhood now that the pump is running. Renee and Vickie will review the list and Vickie will meet with Ed Stehlin this weekend to finalize plans. There is a $1000.00 allowance for this project in the 2010 Budget.

9. There was a detailed discussion regarding hiring an attorney to inform the HOA of it’s legal responsibilities regarding the outside of the units. Randy Fay does not believe the Covenants are clear. Randy will review this issue and report back at the next meeting.

10. Follow-up on other issues: The idea of a community garden in the neighborhood was cancelled because some owners do not want the garden near their units. The Town of Palisade has a community garden and members are encouraged to use that option. All the dog waste in the neighborhood was picked up by some Board members. Management companies were contacted to require that their renters pick up after their dogs. Our website, Montclairdrive.org., is compete with minutes, treasurer reports, bylaws, covenants, etc.

11. The next meeting is August 19, 2010 at 7:00 pm.

12. The meeting adjourned at 9:00 pm.