Minutes of the Annual Meeting- June 4, 2011

President Gary Spence called the 2011 FOLM Annual Meeting to order on June 4, 2011 at 10:08 am at the McQueeney Lions Club.

Gary asked board members to stand and introduce themselves. Directors present included Jamie Jensen, Charlee Stringer, Paul Mueller, Tom McCoppin, Al Bacon, Aubrey Haines, Jamie Long, Mark Williams, Gary Spence, Mike Deleon, Sadie Stanley, Karen McMillan, and Reid Thorburn.

Minutes from the April 19, 2011 meeting were approved as presented followed by an update of the Treasurer's Report provided by Charlee Stringer. The ending total fund balance was reported as $139,364.05 after $41,476 was spent on flood clean up from the June 2010 flood.

Gary thanked all the members for additional donations that enabled flood clean-up and partial opening of the lake within three weeks following the flood. He then touched on the history of FOLM and the prior hydrilla problem that FOLM was instrumental in eradicating.

David Welch, an executive manager with GBRA, next gave an update. David encouraged members to obtain a flood preparedness plan which is also available online at GBRA’s website. Next, David addressed 4th of July restrictions which will include a ban on inflatables and personal watercraft. GBRA has asked the lake associations for input on the restrictions so there is public input before they are finalized.

David followed up with an overview of lake operations. The Dunlap Dam will undergo maintenance for rebuilding of dam gates. David said GBRA is trying to get on a cycle so that the McQueeney dam can be repaired in October, and then succeeding dam repairs can be done thereafter on a yearly basis after Labor Day. This was followed by a slide show of the interior and exterior of the dams as well as flood pictures from the June 2010 flood.

A question was posed about Canyon Lake Dam maintenance which will be starting shortly. David clarified that this is routine maintenance and should have little impact on flows.

Gary went over handouts that covered the safety guide, flood retention structures, and included an update on the pending Krueger Dam which is proceeding.

Sadie Stanley was recognized for her work on membership. Sadie reported that there are 339 members, 19 of which are new. 54% of members are non-residents with 63% of the funding coming from these non-residents.

Reid Thorburn updated members on the McQueeney Volunteer Fire Department fundraiser which is scheduled for June 25 at the Bandit Golfcourse. FOLM is a sponsor of the fundraiser which will enable the Fire Department to purchase and upgrade equipment.

The lake is checked by a biologist on a bi-weekly basis and the status is good. Bobby Stringer was recognized along with other volunteers for their work pulling stumps and assisting Malcolm Johnson, the lake biologist.

An update on the NBU Effluent Plant was provided which will include additional phosphate treatment.

Then a report was provided on the Edwards Aquifer Recovery Implementation Program. EARIP is trying to establish minimum flows to keep species alive.

Gary discussed the upcoming Fourth of July Parade emphasizing that FOLM is not a sponsor of the parade and encouraged people involved to use common sense and be safe.

Sadie recognized Gary's work as Chairman noting the time he has dedicated to the organization. Gary reminded everyone about a short video provided by GBRA to be shown after the meeting.

There was no further business or discussion, and the meeting adjourned at 11:03 am.

Respectfully Submitted,

Jamie Long, Secretary