Pine Forest Board members present were Harry Grant, Marishka Marten, and Laurie Hilton. Andy Oosterhof of Pine Forest
Management Services was also present. There were approximately 9 members present.
Harry Grant called the meeting to order at 4:05 p.m.
General Comments
Member Don Sampson commented that Manager Andy Oosterhof is doing a good job with the road maintenance and in leveling
them out. He also asked if the Association was staying within the budget.
Harry deferred commenting on the budget to the Treasurer’s report to be given later in the meeting.
The issue of cattle was brought up and it was reported that we have a good relationship with the ranchers, and that
Members are welcome to call the ranchers and request that they remove the cattle from the property, which the ranchers
are happy to do. Andy suggested calling the Forest Service as well to report the cattle despite being in the open
range zone.
Laurie Hilton commented that she was contacted by Ellen Lamiman, a local energy consultant, and agreed to pass on
information to the Members about the Winthrop Community Solar Project and local investment opportunity in Project.
Information about the Project is available at http://sustainablemethow.net
Manager's Report
Road Maintenance and Water System Andy reported that he has been working on fixing the washboard on the roads
and laying gravel, and will be rebuilding the currently leaning main well house as soon as the standing water
surrounding the well house dissipates. Andy also reported that the water was turned off for a short time on
Friday, May 27th to repair the failed battery in the telemetry system.
Forest Health Andy reported that he will continue to clean up the area between the dumpster and contractor
parking to minimize fire hazard, and that while the no burning sign is displayed at the entrance, anyone needing to
burn piles on their property should give Andy a call.
Water Meters There was some discussing regarding the water meters. Andy reported that he reads the main meter
weekly and if there is any significant change, he then reads the property meters to determine where the problems is
and make any necessary repairs. We are within normal water usage at this time.
Home Construction There are two homes anticipated to be built, but are not yet ready to go the architectural
committee.
Treasurer's Report
Laurie Hilton reported that due to the high volume of snow this past Winter, snowplowing was about $8,000 over budget,
with the average cost being $28,000, and this past Winter the cost was $36,000. Amounts added to the budget were
$10,000 for the main well house construction, $5,000 for road maintenance, and $3,000 for the greenbelt maintenance.
As of the end of March, there was $112,000 in assets and a $50,000 CD. We are starting to build a reserve so that
there is a full years worth of expenditures in reserve. The Association is in good shape.
Lynn Lewicki inquired as to what the Forest Health budget is set at, and Laurie reported the Forest Health budget is
$5,000.
Miscellaneous
Andy reported that there are some recently created wood piles to be burned, and that Mike Myers’ bid was too high.
Lynn Lewicki commented on the importance of maintaining the forest health and to make sure the bushes don’t grow too
high as it is a forest fire hazard, and asked if we need to hire another Forester. Andy said that Pam Swank
is our Forester and is scheduled to come back in five years to review our forest health. Lynn requested that we
remind Members to maintain their areas and give them options of who they can hire to help maintain their property.
Board Elections
The current board members are Dave Chantler, Harry Grant, Jim Rogers, Lynn Theobald, Laurie Hilton,
Marishka Marten and Casey Ruud. The terms are staggered with (i) two year terms, and (ii) three year terms.
Except for Lynn, Laurie, Marishka and Casey, certain Board seats are up for election. David, Jim and Harry are up for
election and would like to continue on the Board.
The Board nominees are Dave Chantler, Jim Rogers, and Harry Grant.
Harry asked if there were any other nominees from the floor. After further discussion, and upon motion duly made
and seconded, the following were elected to the Board to begin serving a three year term:
Dave Chantler
Jim Rogers
Harry Grant
Harry thanked Laurie Hilton for being the Treasurer and for all of her hard work, and thanked Marishka for
creating a minute book for the Association.
The meeting was adjourned at 4:51 p.m.
Marishka Marten
Acting Secretary
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