Chris, Gary, Marsha & Danielle

 

Photos by Jeannie

 

Prior to the meeting, members were given the 2017 updated financial report, the minutes of the previous meeting and a ballot for the position of the Second Vice President. Nominees were Tom Licari, Dennis Somesso and Jane Mooney. Warren Lem withdrew his nomination prior to the meeting by email to the Board and was accepted.

 

The meeting was called to order by President Marsha Hunter and was followed by the pledge of allegiance.  A motion was made and seconded to waive the reading of the June 4, 2017 minutes.

 

Financial Report of 2017 Season and Membership Report

Treasurer Daniel Bellemare gave the Treasure’s report, discussed the paid versus non-paid members and gave a final balance of $7.865.68 with additional bills to be paid. A discussion was held regarding a possible increase in KCA dues as a result of lack of response from non-paid members. It was also acknowledged that it would be helpful to manage the budget accordingly if members paid their dues in a timely manner.  Paul Barbara asked to bring back the KCA auction. It was agreed that it would be brought back in 2018. The auction will be held the preceding Friday of the KFD Installation Dinner normally held in June.  A list of volunteers will be given to Secretary Christine Rosenblum.  Vice President Gary Leone also mentioned a Kismet Community Day to raise money as well. The financial report was approved.

 

 

 

Update on Army Corps FIMI Project

Joe Vietri gave an updated report on the Army Corp of Engineers FIMI Project. He stated the beach is performing the way it should and be replenished every four years. There is an overall budget of 1.3 billion dollars to assist in beach recovery from the Fire Island Inlet to Montauk Point. There are 4,500 homes to be elevated on Long Island in the near future. There is no cash outlay and the money comes from federal taxes. Joe also mentioned that the biggest worry isn’t the hurricane season but the nor’easter season.

 

Kismet Fire District and Department Reports

Gary Leone gave the Kismet Fire Department and District reports. He advised members to know their address in Kismet.  Most importantly, to give the house number to their guests and tenants in case of an emergency and the proper 911 procedures. The next budget hearing will be held on Tuesday October 17, 2017 at the fire house at 12PM. Gary spoke about the EMS agreement and that taxes will increase by 1.6 % with an average increase of about $127.00 per house. Gary congratulated Rudy Gurlich on his promotion to Lieutenant. Mike Herman was thanked for his contributions to the fire department. Warren Lem discussed the ISO rating and the procedures that are in place to lower our rating for insurance purposes.

 

 

Community Maintenance Report and Children’s Playground Report

Sam Wood gave an update on the community maintenance report and the children’s playground.  Sam stated that garbage removal was the primary expense and the cost varies due to the weather and the number of visitors and renters Kismet has for the season. Kathy Decker discussed debris left by dogs and Sam said he had added an addition waste removal station. The problem is that owners are not picking up after their dog(s). Gene mentioned the storm drains and that the Town of Islip came on two occasions. There is still flooding concerns on the corner of Maple Walk and East Lighthouse Walk.

                                                                            

Kevin Butler suggested that homeowners put their garbage in storage containers to help with rodents getting into their garbage.  There is no law in the Town of Islip regarding this and it is up to each individual owner.

 

Old Business

Bill Jenks gave a report on the 2018 Kismet directory. The Directory was passed around and members were asked to add or correct their information. Bill likes the hard copy of the directory and the home town feel of it.

 

 

Vice President Leone discussed the KCA by-law regarding one vote for owners of multiple properties. After a discussion, members who own multiple properties and pay their dues for each of their properties are entitled to one vote per property.  This was approved by the membership.

 

New Business

Susan Vonderosten asked if anyone was having issues with getting an internet connection with Verizon. Apparently, all the lines are full and Susan can’t get any service.

 

Elliott Epstein asked to speak regarding an online directory which would be serviced by his company.  He stated that this would help raise money for the KCA. Discussions were held regarding security, privacy and cost. Elliott then requested a vote from the membership to see who would be in favor or opposed to an online directory.  This resulted in a split vote. The KCA will stay with a hard copy of the directory.  The current Webmaster will maintain control of the website.

 

Matt Barber recommended that the KCA Bulletin board (located on the dock) be replaced with new plexiglass. It was agreed that it will be replaced next spring. It was also recommended that a KCA donation box be placed at the bulletin board as well.

 

Linda Nowacheck recommended that a mailing go out to all new owners regarding the KCA and its privileges of membership.

 

Election of 2^nd Vice President (Continuing from June 4, 2017 meeting)

 

Running for 2^nd Vice President

 

 

 

Dennis Sommeso

 

Jane Mooney (in absentia) represented by her daughter

 

Tom Licari

 

Who campaigned

 

…and worked the room

 

                                                       …until he won!

 

The ballots were collected.  Dawn Madsen, Dennis McCann and Neal Mandel (members of the KCA) counted the votes. Tom Licari was elected 2^nd Vice President.

 

There being no further business, a motion was seconded to adjourn the meeting.

 

Respectfully submitted,

Gary Leone

Christine Rosenblum

 

The next KCA meeting will be held on Sunday, June 3^rd, 2018 at the firehouse.

 

John Altieri added “ ….have a great winter everybody”