1. Call to Order:

The Lansbrook Master Association (LMA) Board of Directors meeting was called to order by President Jack Speckman at 7:00 PM, Melrose Management Group office, 3974 Tampa Road, Suite B, Oldsmar, FL. Other directors present were Steve Althoff, Vicky Benedon, Gary Gilchrist, Bill Showalter, John Brunton Jr., and Doug Gates. Also present were Barbara Mathews, Melrose Management Group, and five Lansbrook community representatives/guests.

2. Approval of Minutes:

The minutes of the August 25, 2003 meeting were approved as presented.

3. Financial Report:

Treasurer Showalter gave the financial report.

4. Committee Reports:

A. Security - (John Brunton Jr.)
Boats/trailers at the Lakefront Park that are not registered continue to be identified of the infraction.

B. Parks - (Vicky Benedon)
It will take approximately four weeks to complete the minor renovations of the Commons Park bathrooms. A temporary latrine will be placed in the park to accommodate park visitors.

C. Personnel - (Vicky Benedon)
The newly formed committee will become a permanent standing committee consisting of board members only to address personnel issues. A motion was made and passed to have Stu Hazzard attend all future board meetings. It was suggested that future employee pay raises be allocated by Stu Hazzard.

5. Unfinished Business: None.

6. New Business:

A. The Lansbrook Gold Club verbally requested approval to erect a directional sign at the main entrance to Lansbrook. The club staff will be advised to submit a written request to the Board.

B. A written request from the Fallbrook HOA to erect an entry sign was approved.

C. Stu Hazard submitted a painting estimate for $29,600 to repaint buildings, etc. at the Lakefront Park. It was recommended that specifications be developed and estimates be obtained from three (3) sources and provided to the Board. Additionally, a policy was established that the Board must approve any contractual, non-budgeted, and non-emergency expenditures that are over $2,000.00.

D. A request was received to convert the assistant maintenance superintendent position from exempt to a non-exempt position. The issue was referred to the personnel committee for further investigation.

E. A motion was made and approved to accept the finalized Drug Free Policy. All employees will be given a copy.

F. Two (2) letters were received from residents requesting reimbursement for damage to their vehicles they claim was inflicted by the entry gate at the Commons Park. The residents will be advised to pursue the issue with their vehicle insurance companies.

G. Melrose Management Group will pursue potential liability insurers as the result of Nationwide Insurance Company canceling our policy effective December 28, 2003.

H. A motion was made and approved to continue contracting with the Pinellas County Sheriff Department for security on an as-needed basis. The authorized budget for the line item is reduced to $6,000 for the next fiscal year.

I. A motion was made and approved to pay from retained earnings for the anticipated up front charges for the significant increase expected on the new liability insurance policy. The budget for the next fiscal year was approved to include a small increase of $8.00 per lot; 2004 fee will be $453.00.

J. Residents that have a visitor with a boat/trailer who wish to use the Lakefront Park may obtain a temporary pass to use the Park on a case by case basis.

K. Stu Hazard reported a new employee would commence employment September 30, 2003.

7. Member Questions/Input:

Issues dealt with installation of additional basketball hoops and lighting changes at the Commons Park and development of the Sunset lots.

8. Next Meeting Date and Location:

October 27, 2003, Melrose Management Group Office.

7. Adjournment:

Meeting was adjourned at 9:05 PM.

Minutes submitted by:
Gary L. Gilchrist