Keaton Beach HomeOwners Association
20360 Beach Rd. Keaton Beach
Perry, Fl. 32348
850-578-2039

  • SATURDAY - APRIL 29, 2006 10:00 A.M.

1. Meeting called to Order. Homeowners present were Gerry Stephenson, Karen Stephenson, Kerry Patrick, Regina Patrick, Phil Hartley, Joe Kunes, Rhonda Kunes. Guests were Glenn Senter from Beach Realty and Bob Tarentino from IDC Development.

2. Call for Ballots

3. Results of election for Board of Trustees were announced. By unanimous votes, Gerry Stephenson, Kerry Patrick and Rhonda Kunes were elected to the Board of Trustees.

4. Gerry Stephenson was elected to serve as President, Kerry Patrick as Vice-President and Rhonda Kunes as Secretary.

5. Gerry Stephenson announced that all the records had been received from IDC Development for the transfer of control of the Association and the bank account secured.

6. All members present agreed that the Association would send a letter to Bob Tarentino and IDC Development for resolving the drainage issue with the adjoining landowner and for the contribution of $500 to the Association for the purchase of furniture for the deck.

7. Sprinklers have been repaired and landscaping updated. A proposal was submitted by AA Lawn Services and approved by the Association for the upkeep of the grounds.

8. Architectural Control Committee: It was unanimously approved that the addition of hurricane shutters would have to be approved by the Board of Directors. Discussion was held with regard to time limit for removing any plywood placed over windows during hurricane season and it was decided that this would be handled on a case-by-case basis.

9. Fire coverage for the property is presently covered by Steinhatchee Fire Department and not Perry. Fire hydrants do not have enough pressure to put out a large fire. Our rating at present is 9 but hopefully can be changed to 1 when the new fire tower is put in. It was agreed that the Association would seek help from commissioners to get rating changed.

10. Safety: Discussion was held with regard to vehicles using the entrances to KBL to turn around. It was agreed that Glen Senter and Gerry Stephenson would see that barriers would were put up on all entrances except for one. These can be moved by homeowners temporarily as needed.

11. Reserve dues were discussed for maintenance of the outside of the buildings, sun deck, mezzanine level, etc. Also a reserve would be needed for outside painting, roof repair and any other repairs which could arise to common areas. This will be discussed at a future meeting.

12. Bob Tarantino from IDC Development announced that charges for any construction defects could be sent to him and he would see that they were paid.

13. It was agreed that after review of the By-Laws that the number of Association members needed for a quorum would be 8.

14. Gerry Stephenson announced that the insurance purchased by IDC Development for Keaton Beach Landings would expire on May 14. Insurance can be purchased for common areas only. The Homeowners Association has responsibility for purchase of liability and hazard insurance. Most homeowners already have required flood insurance and in the event that a flood did occur, only one company would pay and have dual coverage would not be feasible. Motion was made by Joe Kunes and seconded by Phil Hartley that the Association would purchase liability insurance only for the common areas and that it would be up to each homeowner to purchase their own flood/hazard insurance. Liability insurance purchased by IDC through Lloyds of London can be assumed by HOA.

15. Motion was made by Phil Hartley and seconded by Kerry Patrick and unanimously carried that KBLHOA would purchase errors and omissions insurance.

16. Motion was made by Joe Kunes, seconded by Karen Stephenson and unanimously carried to approve Cotton States/Weaver Insurance Agency as broker of record for the renewal of the May 13, 2006 policy with Century Surety.

17. Dues have been collected from 11 homeowners with 3 being delinquent. It was agreed that if dues had not been received after 30 days from notice, that delinquent notices be sent. Any legal fees charged for the collection of delinquent dues would be charged to the delinquent homeowner. The Board of Trustees suggested to continue to bill dues quarterly and to put this on the agenda for the annual meeting.

18. Fiscal year shall be from January 1 through December 31st.

19. Upon motion, second and unanimous vote, Lynette Senter was appointed to be Administrative Assistant to the Association. She will be listed as Registered agent for the Association. She will file all necessary papers with the State for registration as a non-profit organization. Lynette will have the authority to pay bills, compile reports, send notices for dues, maintenance of checking account, maintain keys to units for emergency repairs, and any other duties determined by the Board of Trustees, at the rate of $100 per month.

20. The April 1, 2006-December 31, 2006 Budget was presented. It was approved after motion, second and unanimous vote.

21. Kerry Patrick asked about the purchase of an ice machine for homeowners' use. Glen Senter stated that he would obtain figures and report back to the Association. Glen Senter and Kerry Patrick will research water and electrical.

22. It was agreed to table discussion regarding garbage pickup until next meeting.

23. Regina Patrick and Rhonda Kunes agreed to check on getting furniture for the deck area.

24. Discussion was held with regard to purchasing a hot tub for the common area deck. Due to health requirements and liability, it was agreed to not pursue this at this time.

25. Pest control will be up to each individual homeowner and the Association will not contract for this at this time. This will be put on the agenda for discussion at the Annual Meeting.

26. Upon motion, second and unanimous vote, the Annual Meeting date was changed to Saturday January 20th, with time and place to be determined.

27. With there being no further business, upon motion, second and unanimous vote, the meeting was adjourned.