2022 Annual Meeting

ANNUAL MEETING MINUTES

September 24, 2022

Attendees:

Curt Schnaible, President

Carl Scott, Vice President/Architectural Committee Chair

Carolyn Brotherton, Treasurer

Marilyn Bryant, Assistant Treasurer

Julie Jackson, Secretary

 25+ Bridgehaven residents

President Curt Schnaible called the meeting to order and introduced the Board members in attendance.

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

Deb Reithmeyer, BCCA’s Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, discussed the Disaster Assistance Response Team (DART) emergency training drill held at Jefferson County Airport on June 18, 2022.  BCCA residents Bill and Marilyn Bryant participated in the drill, as did Jefferson County’s volunteer group (VECOM) and George Geber, BCCA’s Communication Specialist.  The 11-hour drill simulated a food drop following a disaster, with over 1,300 pounds of food and supplies unloaded from 13 airplanes (the food was later donated to a local food bank).  Since Bridgehaven is a county-designated Community Point of Distribution, we must participate to keep our skills and knowledge up to date.

Additional points made by Deb:

• Fall is a good time to change smoke alarm batteries and clean HVAC systems and dryer vents.
• All residents should know the location of the electrical and water shutoffs in their house.
• Neighborhood block captains will be mapping the locations of propane shutoff valves and water shutoff mains for all BCCA properties.  Deb will be responsible for the final map, for use only in a disaster.
• All residents are invited to attend an Emergency Preparedness Training event on Saturday, October 8, at 11:00 a.m. in the Marina Pavilion.   The training will cover “Grab & Go” bags and emergency kits for vehicles and pets.
• Volunteers are always needed—on the spit, up above, and in between—for neighborhood block captains.  Block captains (preferably full-time BCCA residents) serve as the “eyes and ears” on the ground for Deb and George.
• COVID is on the uptick again, so please get boosted as soon as possible.

George discussed BCCA’s emergency communications system.  One of George’s responsibilities is to report to the EOC the status of our neighborhood during a disaster event.  He will be attending the “Great Shakeout” simulated exercise on October 20, 2022, and requests that block captains and residents with FRS radios help him gather data for this simulation.  If interested, message George on Facebook or come to the meeting on October 8.  Also contact George If you would like training/retraining on your FRS radio.

MARINA REPORT

Matt Maynard gave a brief report on the marina, stating that Bridgehaven has 20 boat slips, 9 of which are 30 feet and 11 of which are 20 feet, with annual fees of $600 and $550, respectively.  There are currently three 20-foot slips available.

Matt stated that while some BCCA residents on the hill see the marina as a benefit primarily for residents on the spit, only 2 residents from the spit are renters at the marina; the rest come from the hill.  The marina also adds to property values both on the spit and the hill.

WATER SYSTEM REPORT

Jose Escalera, BCCA’s Water Manager, reported that there are 227 active water connections on Bridgehaven’s system.  He stated that quite a bit of water testing was done during 2022, all with good results.  The water system and telemetry are also working great, but there is currently a delay getting parts for new connections (5 of which are pending).

ARCHITECTURAL REPORT

Carl Scott gave BCCA’s architectural report, stating that 4 new houses are currently being built on the hill, with 1 almost complete, 2 started, and others awaiting permits.  Only one property on the spit is under construction (with one awaiting a permit). The County permitting system is responsible for the delays.  BCCA currently has 9 requests for water connections, which are all awaiting parts.  Jose indicated that some manufacturers are 30 weeks out on supplies.

TREASURER’S REPORT

Carolyn Brotherton gave a brief Treasurer’s report, reviewing the BCCA financial documents recently mailed to all residents.

OPEN DISCUSSION

Susan Kriegel asked if a new path could be provided to the Marina Pavilion building for those who use walkers/wheelchairs.  Curt responded that a new path is already on the Board’s agenda.

Nancy Schulberg asked about the “tiny house” business on the hill.  Carl Scott stated that it is not a business, but rather a tiny house for sale by the property owner.

Board election candidate Andy Lingle was introduced.  The other two current Board candidates, Ryan Eggers and David Suveges, were not in attendance.

Curt indicated that a BCCA “Insurance Commissioner” position is currently available.  Bill Bryant has been filling the role for years but would like to retire.  The position is responsible for gathering, reviewing, and recommending insurance packages for BCCA.  Anyone interested should contact a Board member.

In response to a question on dredging status, Curt stated that the Board believes hiring attorneys to help with the complex situation will be the best solution, and he has been talking to other local HOAs in that regard. Carl said the marina is currently fine from a dredging perspective.

Barbara Bennett briefly explained the “Let’s Go Washington” campaign, which promotes 11 initiatives currently under consideration.  Anyone wanting more information should contact Barbara.

The meeting was adjourned, and refreshments offered.

Respectfully submitted,

Julie Jackson, Secretary