Issued 12-4-2012
Riverview Bluffs Condominiums
2022 Merrill Lane (Office) – Bullhead City, AZ 86442 - Phone 928-754-4253 Board of Director’s Meeting Riverview Bluffs Clubhouse, November 28, 2012 Minutes
The meeting was called to order by President, Terry Welch, at 3:00 p.m.
Attendance: Terry Welch, Denise Kolm, Mack McCown, Altamae Byers and Bob Cook were present, which constituted a quorum.
Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
OLD BUSINESS
1. Discussion of Wi-Fi Expansion
As the first order of business Terry made a motion to address Item 6, since the vendor was available to discuss the item. Denise seconded and it passed 5-0.
George Simon of Tristate Hotspot provided the plans for expanding the range of the current WiFi system to cover the entire complex, which currently only encompasses the area around the Recreation Room. Plan A would be funded by the RBCA at a monthly cost $1,485. Plan B would provide the Hotspot Service for the entire complex but would be billed to the individual user where the monthly fee would be based on the number of clients.
Bob made a motion to conduct a survey to determine the level of interest within the complex and if there is significant interest then further plans could be developed for this service. Denise seconded and it passed 5-0.
2. Discussion for Modifying Water Systems Serving 12 Buildings
Downstream of the EPCOR meters the water piping divides into two systems; one supplying water to individual units and another providing water for the irrigation Issued 12-4-2012
systems. Since the irrigation piping has been upgraded through the replacement of the thin wall piping with schedule 40 pipe, then these systems are considered adequate and shouldn’t present any immediate problems. Given this information, Mack made a motion not to proceed with any further work on these systems. Altamae seconded and it passed 5-0.
3. Discussion on Possible uses of Building 2 Site.
Several proposals were offered for using the Building 2 site, but because of the fiscal issues caused by the economy it was decided not to budget any funds at this time. Accordingly, Mack made a motion to postpone any work at this time. Altamae seconded and it passed 5-0.
4. Discussion for Enlarging Parking Space for 10I.
After discussing the pros and cons of taking any action on this item, it was decided that the owner should be responsible for any work that’s necessary for enlarging this parking space.
5. Discussion on Covered Parking Spaces not Assigned to a Specific Unit.
Altamae made a motion to table this item for now as parking is only an issue in the winter time. Denise seconded and it passed 5-0.
6. Discussion of Pigeon Control.
As a means of controlling the pigeons, Bob made a motion to place signs (i.e. Do Not Feed Pigeons) at strategic locations within the complex. Mack seconded and it passed 5-0. Additionally, it was mentioned that residents would be given warnings if observed feeding the pigeons on the first offense and would be fined thereafter. Also, Mohave County Ordinance 98-3 calls for a fine of not more than $100 for parties observed feeding the pigeons.
New Business Issued 12-4-2012
1. Approve minutes of BOD’s Regular Meeting and Executive Session of April 24, 2012.
Denise made a motion to dispense with reading the minutes and at the same time moved to approve the minutes as written. Mack seconded the motion and it passed 5-0.
2. Discussion of Planter that is Located in Front of Building 6
Clarification was provided by Bruce Allen that this was an issue with the landscaping in front of Building 6 and not an issue with the underground piping. Specifically, he is concerned with the way in which the planter will be irrigated. In order to receive input from the other owners in Building 6, Mack made a motion to circulate a survey to determine the preferred method of landscaping. Denise seconded and it passed 5-0.
3. Discussion on Proposal for Increasing the HOA Dues.
In reference to the minutes of the April 24th meeting, it was confirmed that the Board has already been made a decision on this issue, which stipulates that the fees will be increased to $175 per month. This increase is necessary in order to continue making the improvements that will be required for maintaining the existing quality of the facility.
4. Discussion on Shutting off Gas Heater for Upper Pool during the Winter Months.
It was confirmed that this action has already been taken, as the extended use of the pool wouldn’t justify the additional expense that would be experienced.
5. Prioritization of Future Projects.
Depending on the funds that will be available and subject to other unforeseen requirements, the following priority was established for future projects: (1) Painting of Building 6, (2) Refurbishing of lower pool deck, (3) Enhancing décor of Recreation Room and (4) Painting of Building 12.
6. Discuss Improving Identification of Buildings. Issued 12-4-2012
Because of prior problems, it was agreed that something needed to be done to improve the means for identifying each of the 12 building in the complex. Accordingly, Altamae made a motion to install signs in front of each of the buildings. Mack seconded and it passed 5-0.
Adjournment
Mack made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Denise seconded the motion and it passed 5- 0. The meeting was adjourned at 4:00 p.m.
Respectfully,
Robert A. Cook, Secretary