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From Your Board President
Emerald Pointe Gazette May 2014
Tracy’s Desk 2
Manager’s Report 3
From The Editor 4
News
Scheduled Events 6
Calendar 7
Inside this issue:
As many of us leave for the summer, I wish
you a healthy and relaxing time away from EP and
look forward to seeing you back here next fall for
another season.
The topic of the lawsuit against the Asso-
ciation regarding actions related to remediation after
Hurricane Charley was again brought up at last
week ’ s Board meeting. Since this is pending litiga-
tion, members of the Board are limited to what infor-
mation can be shared with owners. However, for
some of the new owners who may be playing catch
up, I will provide an overview of the suit, what is
scheduled to happen next, possible outcomes and
an estimate of what this suit has cost owners so
far. I apologize to the long term owners for whom
this is just rehashing old news – but I feel that it ’ s
important to level set the same facts to all owners.
Here is what we can share:
What is the nature of the Law Suit?
The litigation is brought by a unit owner
against the Emerald Pointe Condo Association and
members of a previous board. It arises out of dam-
age sustained by those two Condominium units,
allegedly from Hurricane Charley, and the subse-
quent use of insurance proceeds.
What is the anticipated settlement/judgment
date, if any?
The court has set the estimated date for trial
as December 5, 2014. Any party would have the
right to appeal the verdict.
If applicable, is there sufficient insurance to pay
out a settlement/judgment without affecting the
financial stability of the association?
There may be sufficient coverage if there is
no trial. In the event of a jury trial the outcome is
unpredictable. If the association were to be found at
fault and our insurance is not sufficient to cover the
judgment, all Emerald Point Association owners will
need to be assessed the remaining amount. More
clearly, if judgment is against Emerald Pointe Condo
Association, each and every owner will pay for what
is not covered by insurance.
The Insurance company that was in place
at the time of Hurricane Charley cancelled our policy
once the suit was filed. The new policy cost approxi-
mately 10 thousand dollars a year more than the
previous policy. ( $32 per 313 units annually ) .
Legal fees, for Emerald Pointe, over the
past several years have greatly exceeded budget in
direct relationship to the law suit. Please refer to the
published financials.
To date the suit has not affected the trans-
fer of title nor has it affected the rights of owners.
In the desire to maintain an optimistic
outlook; in the event the judgment is in favor of Em-
erald Pointe Condo Association, we can look for-
ward to a financially improved situation.
My thanks to Jill Lillie for putting this in-
formation together, and, as she is retiring as Editor
of The Gazette, we want her to know of our appre-
ciation for her many years of service to Emerald
Pointe.
Carl Schneider , EP Board President
Memorial Day
May 26, 2014
From Tracey’s Desk
Emerald Pointe Board of Directors
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Carl Schneider President 941-505-1497 [email protected]
Dave Woodcock Vice President 941-575-2438 [email protected],m
Joanne Jamrose Secretary 941-575-7793 [email protected]
Bob Henry Treasurer 203-644-4732 [email protected]
Jill Lillie Director 815-732-2197 [email protected]
Lou Anstine Director 941-979-1265 [email protected]
Tyler Hiatt Director 317-694-3225 [email protected]
Tracey Cope Administrative Assistant
REMINDERS Please be sure to check in with the office upon your leaving and your return, we need to mark in our system if you are here or not. If you change a phone number (or disconnect) or change an address, please be sure to notify us at the office so that we can keep our records up to date. Remember, if you are selling something on the bulletin board; be sure to sub-mit it to the office so that it may be added to the sheet for you. If you sell it, please let the office know so that it may be removed from the sheet. Deliveries need to be made by vendors between the hours of 8am and 5pm, And through the Osceola Gate. Let them know when you are making delivery dates that any truck bigger than a pickup need to use that gate. We are still in the process of sorting out the lockers in the Yacht Club. We will contact you when we have assigned the lockers to the owners on our waiting list. We have removed the land line phone from the tennis courts. Don’t forget your cellular phone, in case of an emergency! Finally I would like to wish everyone an enjoyable and safe summer! I look forward to your return… If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me
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News & Notices
ANNOUNCEMENT FROM GAZETTE EDITOR Effective with the June edition I will be handing responsibility for producing the EP Gazette over to Emer-ald Pointe’s staff for the summer. During this time I will be working closely with the Office to maintain the continuity of our newsletter. I have loved every minute of writing the Gazette over the past 10 years (well, maybe not every minute!) – but now it’s time to hand stewardship over to someone new. The mission statement for the Gazette is to provide owners and residents with news and information about issues and activities relevant to the Emerald Pointe Community. During the October through May snowbird season the Gazette serves as the primary communication about current events and happenings at EP.
The template of the Gazette has evolved based on input from residents and currently includes: Monthly Letter from the BoD President highlighting current events impacting EP Message from the office Administrative Assistant Manager’s Report News and Notices Schedule of Events
Recap of prior month Social Activities Calendar of regularly Scheduled Events and upcoming Social Committee events
It Goes without Saying – a column that reminds residents of the rules governing our community Contact phone numbers and email addresses of EP staff, BoD members and Committee Chairman Articles of Interest – submitted by residents for consideration that is included on a space available
basis The content of the Gazette does not include ‘Letters to the Editor’ discussing EP issues, whining
about what Is or IS NOT happening at EP nor classified ads (other than a periodic list of Homes for Sale). Complaints and concerns belong in the office. There is never anything published anony-mously.
The Gazette is distributed by the last day of the month.
The editor’s role is to edit and format material to be included. The majority of the editor’s involvement
occurs during the week immediately prior to publication. The time commitment is 8 to 10 hours per month.
The Board is accepting proposals from anyone (or 2 people co-editing) who would be interested in
taking over production starting in the fall. If you are interested in volunteering, email Emerald Pointe Manager, [email protected] with your name and why you think that you would be the right person for the job! Please submit your name by August 31
st
Thank you for all your support over the past ten years. Jill Lillie
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News and Information
We Remember
Herb Lipsky
Former EP Resident
TH 1019
Properties for Sale at EP
D 305 $64,900.00
D 306 $67,000.00
D 106 $69,900.00
A 302 $129,900.00
D 301 $161,000.00
E 212 $179,900.00
E 312 $185,000.00
D 108 $225,000.00
D 112 $224,900.00
E 108 $239,000.00
TH 1022 $239,900.00
TH 1031 $249,900.00
Current MLS as submitted by Linda Wilkinson
Emerald Pointe End of Season Party:
The Pizza Party at the end of each season is
always a great success. This year was no exception
and only made better by the auction that was held.
For several years our front entrance was pro-
tected by Soldiers of the Nutcracker variety. Like
many such decorations they had deteriorated and
had to be removed. Many of us missed them and so
it was decided that they should be replaced. In her unflappa-
ble style, Joan Geoghegan and her minions went to work. A
seamstress was located that had the pattern and was willing
to do the work. In no time a deal was struck, but how to pay
the $800.00?
Joan was our fund raiser extraordinaire for many
years, and even though she has moved away from EP now,
her parting gift was organizing the auction that provided the
money needed. Owners had a good time bidding against
each other for items desired and as always supported the
effort with gusto. Two paintings by resident artist Bob Doyle,
put the bidding into a near frenzy.
Come Christmas 2014, our soldiers will once again
grace our entrance and remind us all of the originals and
their creator, Nancy Reichle as well as remind us how spe-
cial Joan Geoghegan will always be to all of us.
Submitted by Jill Lillie
Mother ’ s Day Dinner
May 11, 2014
5:30 - 7:30
Filet Mignon $16.95
Filet with Coconut Shrimp $19.95
Coconut Shrimp $13.95
Tuna Steak Sashimi $16.95
Chicken François $13.95
Served with
Salad, Potato, Vegetable and dinner rolls
Complimentary Glass of Wine for the Ladies
Tax and gratuity not included
Please sign up at the clubhouse
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Scheduled Events To Resume in October
Landscape Committee
First Monday 3:30 PM Carl Schneider 505-1497 [email protected]
Tennis Club First Tuesday 4:00 PM Gordon Peterson 347-7046 [email protected]
Advisory Committee
Second Tues-day
9:30 AM Larry Bordsen 639-7446 [email protected]
Fishing Club Tuesdays 9:00 AM Charlie Sampsel 505-1402 [email protected]
Yacht Club Second Tues-
day 4:00 PM Tyler Hiatt 317-694-3225 [email protected]
Social Committee
First Wednes-day
3:00 PM Sheila VanderLinde 941-639-8207 [email protected]
Emerald Pointe Board
Last Wednes-day
9:30 AM Carl Schneider 505-1497 [email protected]
Book Club
Thursday
Lunch @12
1:00 PM Judy Schade 575-4563 [email protected]
EP Social Committee
The Social Committee meets the first Wednesday of each month at 3 PM, during season. Everyone at EP is consid-ered a member. Events by this committee and any other group are under the subject of the Yacht Club rules. This includes strict adher-ence to the capacity limits set by the Punta Gorda Fire Code. Reservations apply to sponsored events, and are limited to the capacity regulations, unless stated fewer. Chair persons for this committee are Sheila VanderLinde and
Next Season Oct 31—Halloween Party——–————B. Trainer /R. Roehrl Nov 2—–Bike Trip Punta Gorda —–—–N. Sincoski Nov 27—Thanksgiving Dinner With Ben Dec 9—–Chartered Boat Trip PG Canals to see Christmas Decorations Dec 13—Christmas Open House———D Flate/S Anstine Dec 31—New Years Eve Party ————P Bramwell/TCorba Jan 4—–Chili Dump—————————B Hancher/S Anstine Feb 1—–Super Bowl Party——————Sports Committee Feb 14— Valentine’s Dinner——— P. White/ M. Bordsen/J. Jamrose Feb ?? —Triathlon—————————Sports Committee Mar 17—–St Pat’s Party——————–-B. Anderson Apr ??——Pool Party Apr ?? —–Farewell Party
Landscape Committee
The Landscape Committee will continue to meet
throughout the summer. If you have questions
regarding this committee please contact
Elaine Laque 941-637-1422
It Goes Without Saying….But
Thermostats in the clubhouse and in the midrise com-
mon areas are not to be changed by owners.
Doors to midrise lobbies are to remain closed.
AC/Heat is costly. Not to mention the dirt and critters
that get in. Remember we have snakes and gators.
No owner has the right to plant anything in a common
area. Keep your plants in your own yard or Lanai.
Going to a pool. Don ’ t forget a cover up is required
by everyone.
Everything you do affects your
neighbors, be sure it ’ s in a posi-
tive way.
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1 2 Fish @ Ben’s
3 First Saturday Happy Hour
4 5 Landscape Committee 3:30 Pot Luck 5pm
6
7 Dinner at Ben’s Poker 7 PM
8
9 Fish @ Ben’s
10
11 Happy Mother’s Day
12 Pot Luck 5pm
13
14 Dinner at Ben's Poker 7 PM
15 16 Fish @ Ben’s
17
18 19 Pot Luck 5pm
20
21 Dinner At Ben’s Poker 7 PM
22 23 Fish @ Ben’s
24
25 26 Memorial Day Pot Luck 5pm
27 Ladies Coffee 10AM
28 EP BOD Mtg 9:30 AM Dinner @ Ben’s Poker 7 PM
29 30 31
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May 2014
Office 941-637-1150
FAX 941-637-9727
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