LAKE IROQUOIS ASSOCIATION 
                                             October 10, 2007 Board Meeting Minutes

The regular meeting of the Board of Directors of Lake Iroquois Association was convened at the Clubhouse on October 10, 2007 at 7:00 p.m.  Present were:  Phil Iverson, President and presiding officer, Steve Garbaciak,  Carol Hildenbrand, Enid Miller, Sandra Ostrowski, Dan Pursley and Tracy Rodriquez.  Mark Webster and 2 guests were also present.

The Board opened the meeting with the reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance.

A motion was made by Hildenbrand, seconded by Garbaciak, to approve the amended* September Board meeting minutes.  Motion carried.

*(Amendments from September minutes: - Under Water/Wastewater ý Added ýRead by Mark Webster in Mr. Garbaciakýs absense.ý - Under Finance ý Added last sentence ýHildenbrand, Pursley and Miller agreed to form this committee.ý)

CORRESPONDENCES -    Miller advised the Board of a verbal correspondence received regarding a road repair needed.

COMMITTEE REPORTS

RECREATION ý Ostrowski - Dredging ý Mark Webster gave the Board an update on the progress of the dredging on Choctaw and Pueblo.  Ostrowski brought up the next proposed dredging project at the Comanche/Bayles Lake inlet. - Ostrowski brought up discussion of the algae.  Bill Hancock treated the fishing pond on Thursday September 13th and Thursday September 27th.  He will prepare an aeration proposal for the board to review. -  Webster advised that supply lines at the pool were pressure tested and will not hold sufficient pressure.  Webster will dig up the supply lines around the deck and check fittings on whichever lines he can get to.  After re-testing he will report to the Board for direction to be taken.  The pool will be checked for cracks in the spring. -  Hildenbrand suggested having the pool chairs cleaned of mold before storing for the winter. -  Ostrowski asked for an update on where the pool/beach budget stands to see if two pop-up covers could be purchased. A motion was made by Ostrowski, seconded by Rodriquez to purchase two pop-up covers for the beach, not to exceed $200, while theyýre on clearance.  Motion failed (2 yea, 4 nay).

A motion was made by Miller, seconded by Pursley, to accept the Recreation Report.  Motion carried.

BUILDING & ROADS ý Miller

PERMIT REQUESTS - Bill Roggenkamp, 105 Comanche, Lot 134A (unconnected split rail fence) - Leuth, 122 Pawnee, Lots 250, 251, 252B (6ý extension on deck) -    Dennis Shiro, 104 Cayuga, Lot 126A (12ý rear variance for new home) A motion was made by Miller, seconded by Hildenbrand to grant Mr. Schiro a 12ý rear variance.  Motion carried.

Miller met with Attorney Bob Martensen who advised that we cannot withhold a building permit from anyone who owns a lot on Lake Iroquois to prevent spec homes from being built.  Martensen highly recommends that LIA not pursue a moratorium on building.

Hildenbrand inquired regarding the new construction on lot 11B on the county road.  Miller advised that the owner has until December 1, 2007 to complete construction.

Ostrowski made a motion, seconded by Hildenbrand, to accept the Building and Roads report.  Motion carried.

WATER-WASTEWATER ý Garbaciak -  Approx.  1,506,450 gallons of water were pumped in September. - Water restrictions should be lifted by next week. -  The wastewater system is running well. - Routine maintenance was done. -  Flushing of the mains will begin soon. Signs will be posted. - Scheduled hydrant replacement was not completed due to other maintenance needing to be completed. - Garbaciak advised that in regard to the IEPA loan for our water tower, the IEPA has granted approval of our project plan.  Webster will call Chris Nifong to confirm the information and will also contact Bob Martensen to request that ordinances be prepared at least 10 days before the next Board Meeting. - Sump pump on lot 711 is completed and in compliance.

Ostrowski made a motion, seconded by Pursley to accept the Water-Wastewater report.  Motion carried.

MEMBERSHIP - Rodriquez -    Salvatore & Danielle Pernice, Lot 524B corner of Crow and Pueblo (lot)

Miller made a motion, seconded by Garbaciak to accept the Membership report.  Motion carried.

SECURITY - Pursley -    Security Officer Bill Willis worked 38 hours in September. - Several violations were cited and verbal warnings were given.  One suspension was issued. - Pursley reviewed the September report of unleashed dogs incidents.  Pursley suggested that rather than contact our attorney on this issue, he will contact the Iroquois County Animal Control to inquire about our options to enforce this rule and punish infractions.

Garbaciak made a motion, seconded by Miller to accept the Security report.  Motion carried.

FINANCE - Report submitted by Hildenbrand - September 2007 bills totaled $13,907.09. A motion was made by Hildenbrand, seconded by Miller to approve September bills (payable in October) of 13,907.09. Motion carried. - Hildenbrand advised that letters were sent to members with any outstanding fees.  The letters        went out September 17 and the members have 30 days to bring their accounts current.  At that time, Hildenbrand suggested that if the accounts arenýt current, a letter will be sent advising the member that their water will be shut off on a scheduled date and will need to be reconnected at the memberýs expense on the business day following payment of all fees.

Miller made a motion, seconded by Ostrowski to accept the Finance report.  Motion carried.

FACILITIES ENGINEER  (Webster) - Webster advised that there are 4 aged filters in the pool house.  They cost approximately $1400 each and Webster suggested that recreation and finance consider budgeting for their replacement within the next year. -    Merle Roy will use the excavator when it is available to remove silt in the ditch at Choctaw and Pueblo.  Webster will drive the dumptruck to keep the cost within the approved $500.

AD HOC COMMITTEES -    No committee reports.

OLD BUSINESS -    Rodriquez advised that she spoke with Township Road Commissioner Larry Elliott regarding whether the speed limit on Lake Iroquois Road could be reduced.  Commissioner Elliott contacted Iroquois County.  They will be having an officer clock speed on the road prior to making a recommendation. -    Ostrowski brought up how we can respond to non-compliance of LIA rules and suggested that we submit the current information we have gatherd to Rules and Regulations for them to draw up a summary which we will then submit to our attorney for review. - Garbaciak advised that he and Webster went and looked at several pick-up truck possibilities.  Garbaciak suggested buying a new truck rather than a used truck due to the maintenance required.  Hildenbrand suggested that Webster use the Gator whenever possible rather than purchasing a truck.  The committee will continue to research the issue.

NEW BUSINESS -    none

QUESTIONS FROM THE MEMBERSHIP -    A member addressed the Board regarding his concern about the lakes stocking and treatment procedures.

Motion by Garbaciak, second by Ostrowski, to go into Executive Session at 8:50 p.m. Motion carried.

The Board returned to Open Session at 9:18 p.m.

A motion was made by Miller, seconded by Garbaciak to adjourn the meeting at 9:20  p.m.  Motion carried.

The next monthly Board Meeting will be held on November 14, 2007.