See the meeting minutes from October 18th 2022 here, click to view PDF

See the meeting minutes from June 7th 2022 here, click to view PDF

Present- Jason Houle – President, Cheryl Kempenich – Treasurer, Travis LaMotte, Connie Mayfield

Agenda

1. 1. Vice President position.
      Jason nominated Travis LaMotte for the VP position that Jason previously held. Board approved.
   2. By -Laws Overview
      Jason asked the board members to review the associations by-laws, they need to be updated to reflect the associations mission and operating practices. Cheryl stated that the current by-laws have only one signature on bank account. She recommended that it be changed to 2 signatures.
   3. 501c 4 to 501c 3 overview
      Everyone agreed that the association needs to become 501c 3 non-profit rather than the current 501c 4. Thus, updating the by-laws is an important first step.
   4. City Dock Overview
      The concrete has been laid at the City Dock (at the corner of West & Stinson). Jason talked to the City about adding another dock extension- 60 ft to the existing dock so more boaters can tie up to walk into town. Board felt this was a good move as the current dock is limited.
   5. Shrink Wrap Pontoon
      Board approved for the treatment boat to be shrink wrapped at the end of the season, as the previous wrap of 3 yrs. is too worn.
   6. Volunteer Objectives
      Jason talked about the desire to have established volunteers take on specific tasks that they will handle throughout the year, rather than one-time volunteers. For example, Spencer & Tucker Dally will oversee the carp barrier installation and removal.
   7. Carp Fence
      Barrier has been installed. A The Dally brother installed it a couple weeks ago and will handle it going forward. Jason will handle the permitting with DNR & MNDOT.
   8. Point Intercept
      Point Intercept survey has been completed by DNR on Little Green Lake for AIS. Jason was not sure where the money is coming from to do the treatment. More on this as it evolves.
   9. CLP and Milfoil treatment overview
      Curly leaf Pondweed treatment was completed today May 11.Overview of Milfoil treatment, Jason would like to see the treatment boat outfitted with electronics to modernize the operation for spraying. And would like to take nonessential weight out of the boat, to be able to get more chemical onto the boat. Jason also discussed needing specific drop locations for chemical, so boat does not have to keep going back to a landing to resupply, and support teams established. Established dates and back updates for when weather conditions force cancellation.
   10. Expanding the lake spirit ideas
       Jason would like to see the association have a wider range of activities besides AIS treatment. Ideas such as fireworks on the lake for July 4th, Spring Meetings, Music on the Lake. The board agreed to expand the association’s scope.
   11. Tumblers
       Jason has 2 cases of tumblers left; Connie stated she has about 15 left. Connie will continue to keep members posted how to purchase the tumblers.
   12. Website Overview
       Kemteck has donated their services to manage the GLA website. Not all the updates have been made. It will be rolled out when it is finished.
   13. Secretary position replacement
       Lori Reichert has stepped down as Secretary. Jason has suggested to the board an individual but has not talked to them directly. Will do so in the coming weeks.
   14. Treasurers Report
       Cheryl reported the association has 3 CD’s, $28,000 in checking account. She recently paid the boat insurance and tabs for the trailer. Cheryl suggested the association should have a designated reserve fund when there is no grant money from DNR.
   15. Open Discussion
       Jason has talked to Lake Management about group shoreline treatment that would make it easier for property owners and possibly get a discount. Lake Management stated that the DNR has limits on how many property owners can treat their shoreline on a lake. There was some discussion on informing members when fishing tournaments are held on the lake. To do this we need to find our who are the sponsors of tournaments, besides Frankie’s.

Meeting Adjourned.

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Present:  Bruce Meyer- President, Jason Houle, Bob Milam, Connie Mayfield

Agenda

• GLA Bylaw Update
  • Bruce asked board members to review the associations bylaw and send your recommendations to Jason. Then at the next meeting the board will discuss making any changes and vote on any updates.
• Articles of Incorporation
  • There has been discussion over recent years to change GLA from 501c (4) to 501c (3). After some discussion it was decided that a couple of the board should meet with an attorney and find out exactly the pros/cons of the two designations, and what would fit best with the association going forward. Cheryl Kempenich recommended an attorney some time ago to speak to.  Jason also stated he will talk with his business attorney. More at the next meeting.
• Mission Statement

Jason has proposed an updated mission statement – “The Green Lake Association’s mission is to preserve and protect Green Lake and its surroundings. To enhance the water quality, fishery, boating safety, and aesthetic values of the recreational lake for today and future generations to enjoy.”

• Spring Annual Meeting
  • Bruce will coordinate with the Uncommon Loon for a Spring annual meeting for Sunday April 25th in the afternoon. It is hoped that the COVID-19 pandemic will be under control which will allow large meetings to occur.  *Note- Connie informed the board that about 125 people attended the 2019 Spring Annual meeting. 2020 was cancelled due to the pandemic.  
  • Connie suggested getting someone knowledgeable about the upcoming changes/expansion of Hwy 8 as a speaker for the meeting.
• Stinson/West Project
  • The project at the corner of Stinson & West streets in downtown Chisago, continues to be unfinished as the City has not laid the concrete leading to the dock.  There was discussion on whether we should approach the City and offer to pay for the concrete/labor so it can be finished this spring. We received $1000 in grant money from the Community Foundation several years ago with anticipation it would be completed within 12 months.  No decision was made.
• Treatments for 2021
  • Bob recommended we treat in the area parallel to Jasper Lane, as new AIS is starting to grow in that area hoping to get it under control early on. This is in addition to other areas of the lake where AIS is prevalent.
  • Bruce reminded the board that we will continue to spray navigational channels in the south bay where vegetation is thick.
  • Bob sent in a written request to the Lake Improvement District to fund the Point Intercept study to be conducted this spring. He has not heard back.
• Treasurer’s Report
  • Bruce (in Cheryl’s absence) reported our current account has $56,000, we also now have 3 Certificates of Deposit, each is $10,000.
  • Bruce will ask Cheryl to invoice business sponsors who have not paid for 2021.
• LID Remote Meetings
  • LID meetings can be attended in person or remotely through dial in.
  • Feb LID meeting will have elections of two director positions. Monica Kinney has reapplied. Bruce encouraged board members to vote either through absentee ballot or at the meeting held on Monday Feb 1st at the Chisago County bldg. in Center City.
  • Bruce is stepping down as President in the spring and has asked that a board member start attending the LID meetings.
• Other items
  • Jason has been working with Brad Kempenich at Kemteck on updating the GLA website. He states it is about 80% complete and hopes to have it finalized in the next 3-6 weeks to roll out.
  • Jason has also ordered merchandise to sell to for another revenue stream for the association. He showed us a photo of a beverage tumbler with map of Green Lake on it.
  • Discussion on the docks at the DNR landing, as they are in poor shape.  Possibly GLA could fund replacing one or both docks. Need to talk with DNR regarding this.
• Meeting adjourned

Present: Bob Milam, Cheryl Kempenich, Jason Houle, Bruce Meyer, Connie Mayfield

Agenda

Finances – Cheryl report the current balance is $31,285.  The fall newsletter with mailing came to $640 (note we used Copy Pro, which were very easy to work with and got the newsletter out in a timely manner).

Board decided to move forward and pay Lake Management this fall for the navigational channels for 2020. When paid in advance we receive a discount. Bruce asked what forms/process needs to be completed once Bruce steps down and Jason steps into the President role. There is only one form to sign in person at Midwest One. 

Navigational Channels – Bruce recommended an additional channel be established for the 2 new and 2 existing homes off 257th Street as it is very weedy back there and difficult to get out to the bigger part of the lake. The cost would be about $800. Bob was going to check with DNR about adding another pathway.

Point Intercept Mapping (PIM)– Discussed at the last meeting, conducting a PIM to map AIS on the lake, would enable the association to get a be more strategic how spray treatments are conducted each year. Last PIM was completed 5-6 years ago. Bob recommended the company called Blue Waters to do the PIM and to have it completed spring 2021. The Lake Improvement District has funded these in the past and Bruce will talk with Jerry Spetzman from the LID.

Whole Lake AIS Treatment – At the last meeting it was discussed to treat the entire lake for AIS. The price of treating the entire lake is prohibited for the association. We need to get more information on the effectiveness of treating the entire lake plus find if DNR would approve and if there are any grant dollars from DNR or LID to assist.

Promotional Products – Jason suggested the association give out mugs, flags, boat cushions, etc.  with GLA logo on the items for people who join the association above the basic membership of $40 or donate money. The board thought it was a great idea and Jason will pursue the costs.

Spring Meeting – Due to the Corvid-19 virus the association could not conduct the annual membership meeting in 2020. The board decided to schedule a meeting for spring 2021 at the Uncommon Loon, with the appropriate set up to comply with the restrictions set forth by the State of Minnesota, if they still apply.  If the pandemic still exists, there maybe only a handful of members who attend. But that is still enough to vote in new officers.  The last 2 Spring Annual meetings over 100 people attended.

Meeting adjourned.