MHC Minutes – Spring 2019

MHC Spring Meeting Minutes 2019

Thursday, April 25, 2019, 7:00pm, Youth Memorial Building

Agenda Items

• Reggie Coates gave the President’s Call to Order at 7:05pm, Welcome, and Introduction.
  
• Vice President Ron Taylor provided the Opening Prayer.        
  
• The Secretary’s Report was given by Reggie Coates (Secretary Barb McGraw could not attend). Motion/Second/Approved
  
• Treasurer’s Report was given by Treasurer Cheri Andrews. Motion/Second/Approved
  • At the Fall meeting, October 25, 2018, we had $1,037.80
  • Our current balance is $486.27 (Additional money is coming late from the Christmas Dinner).
  • Detailed Activity
    • Receipts:
      • 12/13/18 – $120.00 Deposit: Christmas Dinner PayPal
      • 12/10/18 – $42.00 Deposit: Christmas Dinner Checks
    • Disbursements:
      • 4/19/19  – $28.15 Business with Pleasure, for Spring Meeting printing costs
      • 4/2/19 – $30.00 Dan Dawson Hosting for website admin.
      • 12/13/18 – $ 80.00 for Christmas Dinner piano player
      • 12/12/18 – $ 80.00 for Christmas Dinner bass player
      • 12/6/18 – $30.00 Peets Coffee for door prizes
      • 12/6/18 – $30.00 Starbucks for door prizes
      • 12/4/18 – $ 80.00 for Christmas Dinner singer/guitar player.
      • 12/4/18 – $68.64 Business with Pleasure, for Christmas Dinner printing costs
      • 11/13/18 – $7.06 Scarborough, Supplies
      • 11/9/18 – $52.56 for Christmas Dinner printing costs
      • 10/25/18 – $15.56 Business with Pleasure, for Fall Meeting printing costs

• Fire Chief Robert Gray, from the Felton Fire Protection District, gave a report on current issues.
  • Bob began by introducing himself and how he became the Felton Fire Chief last year.
  • He recommended that everyone keep the brush away from their homes. Think through clearing what would be flammable and dangerous in a fire.
  • He said he would be available to talk with Mount Hermon residents personally if there is a problem with neighbors keeping the brush under control.
  • He mentioned the chipper they have used in the past is getting old, so they don’t regularly offer a Chipping Day like before.
  • He brought some brochures called Living With Fire in Santa Cruz County: A Guide for Homeowners. I will leave some at the Post Office if you’re interested (you can also get them at the Felton Fire Station).
  • The best way to get a hold of him is through email at [email protected]
    
• Sheriff Deputy Adam Roberts gave an update on Mount Hermon security.
  • Adam began by introducing himself and his journey as to how he grew up in Mount Hermon and is now in charge of the Ben Lomond Sheriff’s Office.
  • He reassured us that Mount Hermon is a beautiful and safe place to live. He shared some statistics that the Unincorporated Santa Cruz County Crime Rate/Property Crime Rate/Violent Crime Rate are about half of what they are for the State of California.
  • He identified our community as “Beat 3,” which also includes Felton and a couple of other nearby towns.
  • The best number to call to reach the Sheriff’s Office in a non-emergency situation is (831) 461-7400. For emergencies, call 911.
    
• Mount Hermon Association update was given by Dale Pollock.
  • Water line replacement on Grandview and Terrace Way is scheduled to start July 1 and may take up to 60 days to complete.
  • MHA will soon begin road trimming in the park.  Best to trim what you don’t want us to ahead of time.
  • Paving repairs are continuing now that the rains are over for the year.
  • Abandon, or non-operating vehicles on the road ways will be towed at the owner’s expense.  Not allowed to store anything in the MHA road right of way.

• Summer Registration details were explained by Brenda Wallace.
  • Every resident must register with Mount Hermon Association for the summer. For security purposes, residents must have a nametag in order to hike trails and walk around the camps (no one is allowed at Redwood Camp for legal reasons regarding children).
  • Registration is online at:
    http://www.mounthermon.org/summerseasonregistration. You can register online as well. Call the office if you have any trouble, 831-334-5566.
  • It is important that everyone register (either a basic package for free or the Premium package) receive a name badge for access and security.
    
    
• Community Announcements was given by Reggie
  • The focus for our community is to have positive communication, helpful involvement, and neighborly support.
  • There will be a Farewell Social for Jim and Bev Linman, Sunday, May 5, 4:00pm-5:00pm in the Meadowview room at the Mount Hermon Fieldhouse.
  • We will have our annual Fun Day for our community, Saturday, August 17, 12:00pm-5:00pm. Lunch, games, activities, everything is free, but you must be registered for the summer in order to attend (nametags required)
  • Aubrie Hensleigh offered to help coordinate a monthly newsletter for the community, but wanted to not do it alone. If you are interested in helping with this endeavor, email Aubrie at [email protected].
  • Please be respectful to the community by following the rules (found at https://mounthermoncommunity.com/wp-admin/post.php?post=416&action=edit
  • You are welcome to be involved with our community social media:
  • Website – https://mounthermoncommunity.com/
  • Next Door – http://mounthermon.nextdoor.com/
  • Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/mounthermoncommunity
  • Email List – Email “Put me on the list” to: http://[email protected]

• There was no New Business.
  
• Ron Taylor closed the evening at 8:50pm in prayer.

Respectfully submitted,

Reggie Coates – Mount Hermon Community President