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

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