St. Mary’s Glacier Property Owners Association

Monthly Board Meeting

Wednesday, September 6, 2006

6:00pm

 

Meeting Called to Order: 6:08 p.m.

 

Board Members in Attendance: Deb Rightsell, Ian Briddell, Angela Briddell, Erin Johnson, Jan Wood

 

  1. Speakers: Jean Barta, RN & Maggie Dalpes, RN – Clear Creek County Health & Human Services, Pandemic Flu Update
    1. Currently there is no pandemic flu.
    2. Clear Creek County recommends that individuals and families be prepared for such an outbreak.

                                                               i.      Preparedness Kit suggestions: Non-perishable food, Manual can opener, Water, Waterless hand cleaner, Important addresses and phone numbers, Extra glasses/Contact lenses, Baby Supplies, Battery powered radio and batteries, Flashlight and batteries, Emergency candles and matches, Blankets or sleeping bags, Toilet paper/paper towels, Utility knife, Extra clothing, Basic tools, Extra set of keys to car, Cash.

                                                             ii.      Medical Necessities include: Essential Medications and list of medications, Extra supply of medications, First aid kit, Thermometer, Tylenol/Ibuprofen.

                                                            iii.      In the event of any community emergency, checklists will help you and your family to be prepared.

    1. Avian Flu Questions

                                                               i.      Is it safe to eat poultry products? Yes.  There is no current risk of infection from US poultry products. Be sure to fully cook poultry, meat and fish products.  Always wash your hands and utensils after handling uncooked products.

                                                             ii.      Should I be concerned about wild birds around my house? No.  Most wild birds do not represent an avian influenza threat.

                                                            iii.      Who should I contact concerning dead birds? Report sick or dying domestic poultry or dead wild birds; contact the Colorado Help Line at 1-877-462-2911.  Or visit http://www.coloradobirdhealth.org online.

    1. Where to get more information

                                                               i.      CoHELP – 1-877-462-2911

1.       Public information hotline run by Rocky Mountain Poison and Drug Center.

2.       Answers questions about avian influenza, including questions regarding wild or domestic birds.

                                                             ii.      Clear Creek County Website – http://ww.co.clear-creek.co.us

                                                            iii.      Local Radio – 102.7

                                                            iv.      Local Cable Channel

 

  1. Approval of 7/09/06 Meeting Minutes

 

  1. Fall Clean Up and BBQ
    1. 8am Saturday September 16, 2006.
    2. Meet at the schoolhouse for trash bags and street assignments
    3. BBQ to follow.

 

  1. Halloween Party, October 28, 2006, 5:00pm
    1. There will be costume prizes for the kids. Adults also encouraged to come in costume.

 

  1. Complaints to the Board
    1. Vacant lots on Elk Court being camped on and there have been open fires.  Contact the Sheriff at (303) 679-2376.
    2. Off leash dogs have been reported.  To report a stray animal, contact Marty at the Clear Creek.  You may be required to write a letter of complaint and attend Court hearings.
    3. There have been reports of wood being stolen from woodpiles.

 

  1. Treasurer Report
    1. 7/25/06 Beginning Balance: $8,920.18
    2. 09/06/06 Ending Balance: $8,351.51
    3. Jan and Erin to work out the issue of General Liability Coverage of the POA for the Schoolhouse.  Jan will discuss the issue with the Metro Board.

 

  1. Eclipse Snow Park Letter
    1. The majority of feedback has been positive.
    2. Letter will be sent from Board members and not as a representation of the entire community opinion.
    3. Property owners are encouraged to attend the County hearing to voice any positive or negative concerns.
    4. Once the date is finalized it will be posted on the bulletin board and the St. Mary’s website.

 

  1. 2006 Newsletter
    1. Need to gather content. 

 

Meeting Adjourned: 7:45 p.m.

 

NEXT POA MEETING:  Wednesday, October 4, 2006, 6:00 p.m.