Shawnee Country Open Space Association
Monthly Board Meeting
When: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 – 7:30pm
Where: Virtual – https://meet.google.com/qot-jvcs-buw
Attendance: Al Spesaison, Steve Anderson, Christina Pihos, Amy Attanasio
Dues/Finances – Discuss increasing yearly dues
- Treasurer reports that all spending is currently on track. We will be able to afford all planned expenses as well as remaining repairs/projects.
- If an unexpected expense comes up, Steve recommends using an assessment at that time.
- The board discussed items in the planned reserve fund and any additional items that need to be considered for long-term planning.
- Planned repairs/projects remaining in 2026
- Shed Repairs
- New Roof
- Having trouble getting volunteers, at this point, need to hire a handyman (Al has a handyman that may offer a bid)
- Need to follow-up on lake lighting
- Still has not lowered the temperature of the light. The issue is that we need a cherry picker to reach light. The electrician that was hired has not returned.
- Sign Repairs
- Amy is currently seeking bids
Delinquency List – Most recent letter sent August/ Next Steps
August late letters were effective in collecting several past due payments. Two residents reached out for payment plans. Christina will reach out to an attorney for advice on liens.
Banking
Steve and Christina will arrange a time to visit the bank together to discuss adding additional payment options with a merchant services representative.
Lake Season Closing – Assign Final Tasks
Mr. Bob – $115 per month – Steve will schedule pick-up for mid-November
Established Nomination committee:
Board reviewed by-laws for general membership and election meetings.
President needs to elect at least three board members to the nomination committee.
Al Spesaison elected Steve Anderson, Christina Pihos and Amy Attanasio to the election nomination committee.
Promotion of the next election: Election will be promoted through email and our website.
Upcoming November Annual Meeting
Wednesday, November 18 at 7:30 pm (Otts or PJ’s)
*Al will call to reserve room
An additional General Membership Meeting will be held on the third Wednesday in February to discuss and finalize the budget for 2027.
Additional Items discussed:
*Form 1120-H needs to be filed with IRS
- Christina will look into how often to file/last filing from previous board
Tree Limbing – Tree Limbing over Shawnee Pass was completed by Medford Twp on 9/15/26
Website – Board members gained access to previously unused website based in wordpress. Christina and Amy will work on adding new tabs and updating information. We would like to make meeting links, agendas and minutes available here.
October Meeting
- Wednesday, October 14 at 7:30pm
