Tuesday, November 26, 2019

October 22, 2019 Minutes (approved 11/25/19)


REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, October 22, 2019
6:00 p.m.
1.  Meeting called to order at 6:04 by President Stapp. Pledge of Allegiance led by Director Stradling.
2.  Directors present: Daryl Schendel, Gene Low and Jim Stradling.
          A.  Guests present: Paul Messner, Auditor
                   Mr. Messner explains process of audit.  Engagement letter starts process.  Review of financial records and understanding of how business is conducted is done with a review of the billing, purchases and payroll, all cycles within the process.  After completion a representation letter is submitted.  Mr. Messner’s findings; everything represented is correct, no findings of fraud and books are neat and organized.  One suggestion is given.  Board is advised that invoices should show evidence of Board approval (i.e. initials/date).  Carol has already ordered a stamp that will fit the need for this.  Mr. Messner is thanked for his attendance and information provided and leaves at 6:32.
                    Discussion is held by Board regarding findings and suggestion.  Approval procedure will be implemented.                       
3.  Approval/consent items:
Minutes of 9/24/19, financial reports and bills/issued checks.  Motion by Director Low to approve with a second by Director Stradling.  Motion carried/items approved with no opposition.
4.  Correspondence is reviewed by President Stapp. District received certificate from SDRMA for a claim free year.  No other discussion.
5.  Parks:  
          a.   Barstow Heights Park—Pictures have been provided by Mr. Woolley regarding the condition of some of the equipment in need of corrections.  Squirrels seem to be under control right now.  City of Barstow will replace three fruitless mulberry trees damaged by city equipment.  City workers have been more visible clearing out trash from the park. 
          b.  Venner Park—Pictures have been provided by Mr. Woolley on the condition of some equipment in need of corrections as well.  Wooden sign for the park is deteriorating and needs replaced.
          Regarding corrections needed to both parks.  Carol will contact company that did repairs/replacements on or about October 15th to notify them of issues and get information.  Possible meeting between company and city may be needed.
6.  Office building and area: 
          a. Kathy Fiero sent a text to Carol regarding sign status.  She is busy but hopes to have it done in two weeks. Still waiting on bid from Gregg Lint to paint the eaves, facia and trims on the building. Carol will also contact Troy Burnett for bid.  Weeds bordering park on H Street and Beryl need removed, Carol will work on getting someone for this.
          b. Carol has found two options for desk/workspace replacement.  Motion to approve purchase of Harbor View pieces is made by Director Low with a second by Director Schendel, motion carried/purchase approved with no opposition.  Carol will order.
7.  Written General Manager’s report was submitted to Board in advance for review. Only old financial records/bills will be purged at this time and prepared for destruction. Due to conflict and holidays next and final meeting for 2019 will be on Monday, November 25, 2019 at 6p.m. Report will be a permanent part of these minutes.  (See office for copy)
8.  Directors’ reports.  Only verbal report given by President Stapp.  He will be setting up a meeting with Kyle Woolley regarding contract with City for park maintenance.  He also contacted Merrell Johnson Engineering regarding the Beryl Street project and will follow up.
9.  Roundtable.  Motion to approve Auditor’s Report is made by Director Schendel with a second by Director Stradling.  Motion carried/approved with no opposition.  Board vacancy is discussed by Directors and response from CSDA General Counsel D. McMurchie is reviewed.  Options given are special election for March 2020, mail ballot for May 2020 or further research into the Legislature’s passage of the validation statutes.  Carol will contact the Board of Supervisors for further information.
10.  Executive Session pursuant to GC 54956.9(A) and GC 54957.1 is not required.
Adjournment at 7:41 p.m.
Next Regular Meeting:  Monday, November 25, 2019 at 6:00 p.m 
Submitted by

Carol Mauk,
General Manager/Secretary/Clerk

Monday, November 25, 2019

Neighbors Watching Out

Posted on Nextdoor (edited)
"Local House Robbery Ring--
There is a local group that live and rob in Barstow Heights. They were recently forcebly evicted from a home in the Heights. They have been casing houses along Crestview Rd. and Up and down K St. And L St. but could be operating anywhere in Barstow. Having video cameras that are motion sensitive and infrared that let you see in real time who is trying to rob your house is a good idea. Doorbell camera is also a good idea. These people will steal out of your mailbox, steal packages that are delivered to your door, steal out of your car, etc. They are responsible for most of the crimes in The Heights. Police are well aware of the situation and know who they are."

Thursday, November 21, 2019

Meeting Agenda for November 25, 2019


Regular Meeting Agenda

Monday, November 25, 2019 - 6:00 p.m.

Meeting Facilitator: President Rob Stapp           Directors: Daryl Schendel, Gene Low, Jim Stradling

1.  Call to order and Flag Salute

2.  Roll call/Acknowledgment of guests/public comments/questions
3.  Approval/Consent Items
Minutes of October 22, 2019
Financial/reconciliation reports
Bills/issued checks
4.  Correspondence
5.  Parks 
        a.  Barstow Heights
        b.  Venner
6.  Office Building and Area
a.  Sign, building and street borders
        I.  Bids                                                   
7.  BHCSD Safety Review Report
8.  General Manager’s Report
9.  Directors’ Report
10.  Roundtable
11.  Executive Session – Litigation GC54956.99(A) and Personnel GC54957.1
        Adjournment -- Next Meeting Date:  January 28, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. 

Tuesday, November 19, 2019

Sheriff's Department partners with the Ring system


The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department is partnering with Ring and the Neighbors App. Detectives and station personnel from across the county are able to receive information and interact with residents through the app. Customers with a Ring camera will be able to share videos with their local Sheriff’s station. The Neighbors App connects communities with the goal of creating safer and stronger neighborhoods and one of the benefits is you do not need to own a Ring device to use the app.

While the Ring system and Neighbors App are great tools for interaction and sharing information, they are not monitored 24/7. The Neighbors App is not designed to replace traditional crime reporting. If you are a victim of a crime, or you want to report suspicious activity, please call your local San Bernardino Sheriff’s Department - Dispatch Center. For emergencies call 9-1-1. For all other reports call our nonemergency lines: Valley residents call (909) 387-8313 and Desert residents call (760) 956-5001. To learn more about Ring or download the Neighbors App visit: https://ring.com or https://shop.ring.com/pages/neighbors

Tuesday, November 12, 2019

The Holiday Season at Calico!!


(Victor Valley)– On Saturday, Nov. 30, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Calico Ghost Town will transform into a holiday festival with a photo op with Santa and Mrs. Claus, Christmas caroling and the annual tree lighting that is sure to amuse the merriest of little spirits in this picturesque Old West mining town.
Festival goers can sing along or simply listen to your favorite holiday melodies. There will be a reading of the favorite “T’was the Night Before Christmas”, contests for the whole family, crafts for kids, gunfights performed by our very own Calico Mountain Volunteers and The High D Boys will perform on the Main Street Stage.
Avoid the lines and parking nightmares at shopping malls and browse the specialty arts & craft shops for that hard-to-buy-for relative, neighbor or friend. Some of the shops will be offering special discounts for holiday shopping.
Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive at 11 a.m. with a cheery “Ho! Ho! Ho!” for photos with the children and will light the Calico Christmas tree at 6:30 p.m. After the tree lighting, Lil’s Saloon will provide complimentary cookies and hot chocolate.
Calico will be open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Prices are $8 per adult, $5 children ages 4-11, and 3 years and under are FREE.
This year do something out of the ordinary. Come to an old Western town and share the experience of its beautiful decorations and the lighted tree high above the hills of Calico. The views are breathtaking!
Calico Ghost Town offers full and partial camping at the park. Reservations may be booked directly online at www.sbcountyparks.com. Cabins and bunkhouses are also available. Please call 800-86-CALICO to reserve.

Calico Ghost Town is located off I-15 at Ghost Town Road in Yermo, just 10 miles north of Barstow. Visit www.calicotown.comfor detailed information on Calico and upcoming events.