BANYAN SPRINGS PROPERTY OWNERS

· Rick Leach pointed out that the cost for renovations and repairs to the Beauty Salon came to $22,756.14. Joel Brusso went on to say that we were over budget by $2,756.14; the budget was for $20,000.00. Rick Leach explained that there were hidden costs unknown at the time of budget acceptance; mostly of electrical wiring being brought up to code.

A breakdown of expenses will be available sometime this month for viewing.

Barry Prince thanked Joel Brusso for his efforts in obtaining the information needed for construction and furnishings. Joel Brusso then thanked his wife, Ellie Brusso, for her part in completing the Salon as now seen.

Comments re: Beauty Salon

· Elaine Granet, resident, spoke of a problem with the new hair wash sinks in the Beauty Salon, saying they were too small for a head fit.

· Dorothy Dubin, resident, echoed Elaine Granet’s report. Robert Dow said the sinks were purchased from a professional shop, and that the sink and cabinets planning were done by a professional. He went on to say the operators were not using the sinks properly, and went on to explain how the neck rests were not being used properly. Barry Prince said that he would look into the situation with the sinks.

· Robert Dow then stated that he too will look into the stated problem, assuring the Board and audience that the new chairs at the sinks were replaced immediately after complaints about them, and that we have exchanged those chairs for new ones.

· Mike Goldstein, resident, asked if we had proper surge protectors for the gate system. Rick Leach said that we had surge protectors, but would look into the type that Mr. Goldstein suggested.

Old Business

· Robert Dow said that the present 3 year contract with the former supplier for the Holiday Lighting has expired and that, as we are changing the incandescent bulbs to “LED” bulbs it will cover the cost increase. Robert Dow stated the increase will be from $5,000.00 to $6,032.00. Robert Dow made a motion to execute a new 3 year contract for Holiday Lighting with Holiday Lighting, Inc. Seconded by Paul Whitney and passed unanimously.

· Robert Dow announced that Papico Construction Co. made a proposal, copy attached, of $9,475.00 for surfacing of 3 Har-Tru Tennis Courts. Papico is the company we have used many times in the past. Robert Dow made a motion for Papico Construction Co. to resurface 3 tennis courts on September 14, 2009 at a cost of $9,475.00. Seconded by Mel Teitzman and passed unanimously.

Architectural Requests

5098 Pine Drive – New Roof – Approved.

10119 Ashwood Place – Enclosure of Patio – Approved

Suggestion Box

None

From the Audience

· Barbara Flaxman asked about our funds which had been deposited in the bank that is in trouble. Joel Brusso said that he was aware of the banks problems; but that our C.D. was FDIC and we did not have to worry.

Larry Granet made a motion to adjourn at 10:30 A.M. Seconded by Robert Dow and passed unanimously.

Respectfully submitted,

Miriam Plonsky

Secretary