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Lakes Community Center 
Meeting Minutes 
December 11, 2018 
      President David Hall called meeting to order at 7:08 PM.  Quorum requirements were met with the following board members present: Tom Joynt, David Hall, Karan Hall, and Frank Toothaker.  Meeting was held on a Tuesday due to inclement weather on December 6, 2018, the regular meeting date.     
Secretary’s Report: Motion by Tom Joynt and second by Karan Hall to approve the minutes of November 1, 2018, as posted on the LCC web site.  Motion carried. 
Treasurer’s Report: Operating Account balance is ($1,576.49), Building Improvement Fund is ($167.97), 49er Minor account balance is $4,812.53.  Total from two Koslo Movie Nights of September 22 and November 3, 2018 netted $2,416.85.  Turkey Trot event from November 16, 2018 was a loss of $121.17. 
  Old Business:  
Recycle: Area is looking better.  Tom J. reported that about six large bags of trash were brought in from 48004 W. 190th Street and placed in the recycle bins when the bins were unlocked.  Waste Management has been locking bins routinely since then.   
Movie Night: Next movie night will be scheduled in February, 2019. 
Freezer: Freezer in Johnson Hall is empty, turned off and door propped open.   
Port-a-john: Note was sent to AA regarding LCC decision to keep port-a-john closed until spring unless they want to pay the $55/month service fee. 
Propane Access: Modification to LCC propane tank is complete.  Modification will allow hooking a 10’ hose from the tank to a BBQ during an emergency.  Making a video explanation is next.   
LCC Board Election: Slate of officers for 2019 LCC Board of Directors is as follows:  David Hall - president, Rhonda Kersey - vice president, Karan Hall - corresponding secretary, Tom Joynt - secretary, Frank Toothaker - treasurer.  Motion by Linda Joynt and second by Karan Hall to elect the candidates by acclamation.  Motion carried.   
Cookies: Karan H. reported that details for the December 14, 2019 event are ready.  LWC will provide cookies for the 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm event. 
  New Business 
Fund raiser: Town Council wants to team up with LCC with an auction fund raiser.  Items for fund raiser will be solicited from citizens of the Lakes area.  Face Book announcement needed.   
Event Control Book: David Hall proposed having a note book done in advance of any large event that will documents event details and budget.  A business approach needs to be taken for all fund raisers.  Book will detail pitfalls and successes of each event.   
Membership Drive: An incentive is needed to improve membership of LCCA.  Rhonda K. will man a membership sign up table at the January 1 bonfire.  Bonfire will have hot dogs and hot chocolate provided by LWC.   
Time Capsule: Fee for time capsule will be $10.  Time capsule entries will be accepted from January 1, 2019 through 49er Day at the end of July, 2019.   
Adjournment: Meeting adjourned at 8:32 pm. 
Respectfully submitted,  Tom Joynt - secretary, LCCA ​

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Lakes Community Center
Meeting Minutes
June 1, 2017
     President David Hall called meeting to order at 7:25 PM.  Quorum requirements were met with all board members present: Dave Hall, Tom Joynt, Karan Hall, Aileen Simbet, and Frank Toothaker.  A 49er Day Planning meeting preceded this general membership meeting.    
  Secretary’s Report: Tom Joynt read the minutes from the May 4, 2017 LCCA meeting.  Motion by Mike Goerisch and second by Karan Hall to approve the minutes of May 4, 2017, meeting as read.  Motion carried.
  Treasurer’s Report:  As of May 31, 2017, Operating Account balance is $41,963.14;  Building Improvement account $60,254.03; SBA loan has been paid off and balance is now zero.  Balance in bank account is now $102,217.17. 
  The April 29 music event results were presented.  Event netted $3,373.57  HELUS school requested two $50 gift cards as awards for graduating 8th grade students.  Frank will process same. 
  Old Business
Construction Committee: No report.  Tom J. is tracking on obtaining some 4’ diameter culverts to use in the ditch. 
Recycle Sign: No report.
Cleaning Person: Tom introduced Jennifer Vitalis who is the new LCC cleaning person.  Jennifer completed cleaning the main building after several months of deferred cleaning and she did an outstanding job.  She will submit an invoice to Frank for payment. 
Port-a-John Maintenance: Frank reported that service for our on site port-a-john has been reestablished. 
Chipper Day: Event will be June 24, 2017 from 10:30 till mid afternoon.  LCC will feed the crews.  Tom will ask for beef from LVIA. 
  New Business
49er Day: Committee will meet at 6:30 p.m. ahead of the regular first Thursday meeting.   Event admission will be $5.  Sound system expense will be $1400.  
Fund Raising Committee: No report. 
Adjournment: Meeting adjourned at 7:52 p.m.
 
Respectfully submitted,
Tom Joynt - secretary, LCCA

Lakes Community Center
Meeting Minutes
May 4, 2017
 
     President David Hall called meeting to order at 7:11 PM.  Quorum requirements were met with all board members present: Dave Hall, Tom Joynt, Karan Hall, Aileen Simbet, and Frank Toothaker.   
  Secretary’s Report: Motion by Tom Joynt second by Karan Hall to approve the minutes of April 6, 2017, as posted on the web site.  Motion carried.
  Treasurer’s Report:  As of April 30, 2017, Operating Account balance is $47,629.92;  Building Improvement account $59,019.03, SBA account $5,832.67.  Settlement of the Powerhouse Fire of $50,000 is included in the Operating Account balance which was, last month, ($6,264.22) [in the red].  Bank account balance stands at $106,648.95.  49er Minor funds are included in the Operating Account.  Aileen will make a list of 49er Minor fund raising efforts for review next month.
  Old Business
Spring Hop: Event held on April 29, 2017 was a success.  Frank presented some preliminary financial numbers showing a profit was made.  Music was well received. 
Construction Committee: Budget needed and committee meeting date needs to be set. 
Recycle Sign: No report.  Tom to contact Benz again. 
Corded Microphone for PA: Tom to contact Kent for advice on hook-up.
  New Business
SBA Loan: The SBA Loan of $14K obtained after the Powerhouse Fire is now paid down to a balance of $5,832.67.  Monthly payments are $235.00 per month  Frank recommends that loan be paid off now because the Operating Account has been restored to a healthy balance.  Motion by David Moore and second by Peggy Moore to proceed with paying off the SBA loan and then each month move $235 from the Operating Account to the Building Improvement Account.  Motion Carried.
Cleaning Person: LCC needs a cleaning person as Sharon Knoblauch is no longer able to do the job.  Members are asked to check around the community for a new cleaning person to take on the task of cleaning LCC once a month and after special events. 
Port-a-John:  AA members using Johnson Hall requested service of the Port-a-john.  Frank advised that the service was suspended to save expenses.  Frank will reactivate service. 
Chipper Day: Cha Vernetti requested that LCC host Chipper Day because Green Valley cannot move brush due to GSOB issues.  LCC will host Chipper Day on June 24, 2017.
49er Day 2017: Committee meeting scheduled for Thursday, May 18, 2017 at 7pm.
Adjournment:   Meeting adjourned at 8:30 pm.
 
Respectfully submitted,                                                     
Tom Joynt, secretary - LCCA

Lakes Community Center
Meeting Minutes
April 6, 2017
 
     President David Hall called meeting to order at 7:11 PM.  Quorum requirements were met with all board members present: Dave Hall, Tom Joynt, Karan Hall, Aileen Simbet, and Frank Toothaker.   
  Secretary’s Report: Motion by Tom Joynt second by Karan Hall to approve the minutes of March 3, 2017, as posted on the web site.  Motion carried.
  Treasurer’s Report:  As of March 31, 2017, operating account balance is ($6,099.06), Building Improvement account $59,019.03, SBA account $6,053.85.  Settlement of the Powerhouse fire law suit is complete and the check is expected to arrive this month.  Money will initially be placed in the Operating Account.
  Old Business
Easter Egg Hunt: Event is on schedule for 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 15.  LWC is handling the food and beverage.  Peggy Moore will orchestrate the Easter Bunny operation.  Items stored in the LCC attic will be brought down at the end of this meeting.
Spring Hop: Aileen reported that planning is moving according to plan.  $1164.00 was turned in from vendor booth sales (20 booths).  April 23 will be used as event set up day 1 - 4 p.m. 
Fitness Trail: Tom presented photo concept of the fitness trail proposed for the hill slope at the west side of LCC property.  49er Minors can help build the trail. 
  New Business
Construction Committee: No report
Mattress Collection: A letter was received by LCC requesting the use of LCC parking area for a used mattress collection event hosted by LA County.  Event would be at LCC in the August / September time frame.  David will respond with an affirmative to the county request. 
Signage for Recycle Area: No report from Tom
Corded microphone for PA: Tom reported that tech help is needed for determining corded microphone. Robby Duron will be asked to look at the system on April 29. 
Adjournment: Meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m.
 
Respectfully submitted, 
Tom Joynt - Secretary, LCCA
 

Lakes Community Center
Meeting Minutes
March 2, 2017
 
  President David Hall called the meeting to order at 7:08 p.m.  Quorum requirements were met with the following board members present: David Hall, Tom Joynt, Karan Hall, and Frank Toothaker.  Aileen Simbet was absent.    
  Secretary’s Report: Motion by Tom Joynt second by Karan Hall to approve the minutes of February 2, 2017, as posted on the web site.  Motion carried.  
  Treasurer’s Report: As of February 28, 2017, the Operating Account is at ($6,264.22), the Building Improvement fund is at $59,019.03, and the SBA loan payable balance is $6,274.54. 
  Old Business
Parking Lot: Tom J. reported that he had dragged the float across the parking lot after each rain in February to keep erosion to a minimum.  The drainage ditch south of the main building is maintaining its depth and not filling in with mud flow.
Marquee: Tom J. and David H. changed out the flouresent fixture in the marquee and installed a single 4’ fixture.  There is sufficient light with the one upper fixture. 
  New Business
Construction Committee: David H. reported that the committee to oversee the remodel of the main building will be forming up after the check from LA DWP arrives later this month.
Donation: David H. reported that a donation of $400 was received from Lucky’s Bar as part of their bingo activity.
Recycle Area: Tom J. suggested signage in the recycle area to inform those who visit that area and can read that only certain materials are desirable.   The signage would provide information about taking hazzardous waste and e-waste to the Lancaster facility on avenue H.  Tom will ask Benz to provide sign. 
PA System:  Tom J. suggested having a corded microphone to go with our LCC PA system in the event that the battery powered mics are inoperative at the wrong time.  Peggy Moore will check for her corded microphone to try out the LCC PA system.
Fittness Trail: Tom J. suggest the creation of a fitness trail on the slope west of the patio area.  49er Minors could help construct the trail as part of their activities.  Tom  will provide a sketch for review in April. 
Pedestrian Bridge: Tom J. suggested rebuilding the foot bridge over the ditch to the upper area.  49er Minors could help with the construction. 
Queens: Lakes Queen Brigit LeDeux requested use of LCC for a fund raiser in April.  Facility would be availabe to her with rental fee waived.  Event is a Quarter Auction.
Adjournment: Meeting adjourned at 7:55 p.m.
 
Respectfully submitted,
 Tom Joynt - secretary, LCCA

Lakes Community Center
Meeting Minutes
February 2, 2017
 
   President David Hall called the meeting to order at 7:11 p.m.  Quorum requirements were met with the following board members present: David Hall, Tom Joynt, Karan Hall, and Frank Toothaker.  President Hall appointed Aileen Simbet as LCC Board vice president.    
  Secretary’s Report: Motion by Tom Joynt second by Karan Hall to approve the minutes of January 5, 2017, as posted on the web site.  Motion carried.  
  Treasurer’s Report: As of January 31, 2017, the Operating Account is at ($7,268.30), the Building Improvement fund is at $59,019.03, and the SBA loan payable balance is $6,490.53. 
  Old Business
Lakes Queens: Tom J. reported that the Lakes Queens will be using LCC on Thursdays to practice for their upcoming pageant.  Pageant will be March 12, 2017, at the Oaks Camp. Fee for usage of LCC was waived.
Lights left on: A motion sensor type light switch was suggested for the LCC restrooms to avoid having lights left on after LCC usage.
Parking Lot: Tom J. reported that he had graded the parking lot after each recent rain to “stay ahead” of the erosion.  Cal Water was called and asked to cover the water main in the parking lot north of the forest road entrance as it was exposed due to erosion.  Cal Water complied. 
Marquee: A new light is needed for the inside of the marquee.  Moisture has affected the current six foot fixtures.  David H. will acquire new fixture. 
Spring Hop: Aileen Simbet provided an update on the details for planning the April 29, 2017, event.  Five bands will be on hand.  Entry admission will have an incentive to encourage parents joining the 49er Minor committee. 
  New Business
None
Adjournment:  Meeting adjourned at 7:50 p.m.
 
Respectfully submitted, 
Tom Joynt - secretary, LCCA

Lakes Community Center Meeting Minutes
January 5, 2017
  
President David Hall called the meeting to order at 7:10 p.m.  Quorum requirements were met with the following board members present: David Hall, Tom Joynt, Karan Hall, and Frank Toothaker.  LCC VP post is currently vacant.    
 
Secretary’s Report: Motion by Tom Joynt second by Karan Hall to approve the minutes of November 3, 2016, as posted on the web site.  Motion carried. Note:  there was no LCCA meeting in December, 2016. 
 
Treasurer’s Report: As of November 30, 2016, the Operating Account is at ($6.729.34), the Building Improvement fund is at $59,019.03, and the SBA loan payable balance is  $6,914.77.  As of December 31, 2016, the Operating Account is at ($7,586.61), the Building Improvement fund is at $59,019.03, and the SBA loan payable balance is $6,702.65. 
 
Old Business
Fire Settlement: A letter from Singleton Law Office dated January 3, 2017, was read by president David Hall.  An agreement has been reached out of court that pertains to all parties suing LA DWP over the Powerhouse Fire.  LCCA must sign an agreement letter.  A check with settlement money will be available approximately mid-March, 2017. 

Park Committee: Results of the recent questionnaire posed in the December LV Gazette will be presented at the January 7, 2017, LTC meeting.  The questionnaire asked residents if they support a local community park for the Lakes area. 

Memorial Garden: No report.

Santa Party: The December 17, 2016, LCC Santa visit hosted by the Lakes Woman’s Club was successful.  Approximately 37 children and their families were in attendance.  LWC will remove Christmas decorations on Monday, January 9, 2017.
 
New Business

Spring Music Festival: Aileen Simbett reported that the youth group (49er Minors) raised $1,026 for use by the group and to fund the music festival on April 29, 2017.  Aileen has 25 booths sold for the event.  Funds will be kept and managed by Aileen with some of the youth involved in the life skill process of managing money.  Liability insurance needs to be clarified to cover the youth activities. 

Calendar Planning: LCC will reserve April 15, 2017 for the Easter Egg Hunt and December 16, 2017 for the Santa party.  Music festival is scheduled for April 29 and Rocktober fest is planned for October 14.  49er Day will be July 29, 2017.

Membership Dues: LCC membership dues are due in January.  Karan Hall will chair the membership drive.  David Hall suggested gathering email addresses for communicating to the community about LCC events. 

Adjournment: Meeting adjourned at 7:50 p.m.
 
Respectfully submitted,
Tom Joynt - secretary, LCCA

There was no meeting held in the month of December.

Lakes Community Center Meeting Minutes forNovember 3, 2016

​President David Hall called the meeting to order at 7:09 p.m. Quorum requirements
were met with the following board members present: David Hall, Tom Joynt, Karan Hall,
and Frank Toothaker. LCC VP post is currently vacant.

Secretary’s Report: Motion by Tom Joynt second by Karan Hall to approve the
minutes of October 6, 2016, as posted on the web site. Motion carried.

Treasurer’s Report: As of October 31, 2016, the Operating Account is at ($6.007.31),
the Building Improvement fund is 59,019.03 and the SBA loan payable balance is
$7,357.28.

Old Business

Park Committee: Next meeting will be November 10, 2016. Measure A, the
replacement tax for parks is on the November 8, 2016, ballot.

Rocktoberfest: Break even finance of event was achieved. Results will be reported in
December. Service on port-a- john will be cancelled to save money.
Vehicle Familiarization: LCC will host a class for young to be drivers on Saturday,
November 19, 2016, at 10:00 a.m. Tom J. will provide information to help young people
who are nearing or at driving age. All are welcome.

Live Again Work Session: A work session will be scheduled for Saturday, November
19, 2016. Lunch will be served.

New Business

Membership Drive: President David asked how we can generate membership for
LCCA. Alien suggested having a Facebook page for LCCA. Alien also presented an
idea for youth involvement at LCC with a “49er MIner Youth Club” to start in September
of 2017. The club will teach life skills for youth ages 8 - 17. Meetings will be on
Mondays each week. Alien also is planning a spring festival for April 29, 2017, with five
bands and 20 booths. Event will be family oriented.
Memorial Garden: Ideas for a makeover of the memorial garden are being gathered.
Bill Beeson is on board for the project.

Long Term Plan: Frank T. suggested putting together a long term plan, perhaps out 20
years, to prioritize needs for LCC. David reported that the Powerhouse fire settlement
could stretch to the summer of 2017.
Christmas Event: Santa visit will be December 17, 2016. LWC will host and cover
expenses.

Bonfire: Tom Kaucher will chair the January 1, 2017, Christmas Tree bonfire.

Adjournment: Meeting adjourned at 8:27 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,
Tom Joynt, secretary - LCCA