Sunday, November 21, 2010, 12:00 PM @ Bookshelf, Guelph
Financial Report: Presented by Glenna
Projects and Issues
Completed in 2009:
1. Blinds (horizontal): Sheila to investigate. She suggested pulldowns. 4 sections were discussed. Sheila will check into prices etc. and distribute her findings.
2. Guy wires in flag pole let go: redo the entire support structure and lengthen pole to adjust for the 5 feet that broke off in the collapse this summer.
3. Biffy is well underway.
4. Quilts are being stored in the attic. Glenna has acquired sufficient breathable bags to store them in and they are in the attic (except for the ones that have been left out for the winter)
Outstanding issues:
1. Fix/replace leg on frame in NE bedroom
2. Crane for outboard. Dolly for outboard. (D&D)
3. Puttying and painting of windows: All
4. Check with Doug Wright re rebuilding costs: D&D: We talked to Graham. He sent a guy out: still no report, just that it would cost 2X what it would on mainland.
5. There was a suggestion and agreement that we could begin to replace mattresses in the bunky and other rooms on an ongoing basis. Consider foam mattresses, as they are somewhat less prone to trapping allergens. Vicky will look into replacing 2 of these mattresses a year until everything is in good shape. There was discussion that these new mattresses should get removable mattress covers.
6. There was discussion about incorporating the camp and beginning to address succession concerns. Also discussed were policies to allow grown children of owners to use the island without parental supervision. The discussion regarding incorporation will involve time and thought. It will likely take several years to get it in place.
New for 2011
1. Flagpole: wire for lifting the flag broke. Replace at fishing weekend.
2. Reverse the direction of the door swing in the NE bedroom.
3. Creation of a “Bekanon Island Blog.” This will be used to store a “Bekanon Island Operations Manual” as well as create a record of understandings, rules and new decisions etc. Also photos can be cached there. Archival and reference materials can be stored on the blog, along with appropriate links.
Sheila will undertake the creation of this blog.
4. Walkways: A lot of walkways are getting mossy and so very slippery when wet. Our bones are getting more fragile. What can be done to prevent moss from growing in these areas (Pentox? Other?)
5. Kitchen Drawers: Max has pointed out that for fairly minimal cost and effort our kitchen cupboards could be replaced with full pull-out drawers allowing better access and organization. Pre-made hardware is available from Lee Valley Tools. The Mathies point out that at the same time we could elevate the counters at least up to normal heights (the window height being the logical limit).
David M pointed out that the existing laminate is lifting and the underlying wood is beginning to rot.
The project will be estimated as to cost and these numbers will be distributed for final approval prior to moving forward.
6. A bench for the end of the dining room: storage, seating and a daybed all in one: instead of the wicker sofa etc.
7. Fascia: David M points out that our fascia is letting go. He will order the appropriate supplies, including pre-painted boards ready for installation.
Other Issues
1. By way of clarification: Owners and offspring can bring pets. Pets belonging to others are not permitted.
2. Discussion re ownership transition. It was pointed out that incorporation may be needlessly complex. Further investigation to follow. David M will make information available, possibly through the blog.
2011 Bekanon Schedule:
Work weekend: June 3 – 6 (Friday – Monday)
Order of Selection: 1(M), 2 (B/J), 3(K/D), 4(K/D), 5(B/J), 6(B/J), 7(M), 8(M), 9(K/D)
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