1. Bj H.
Have you read the declaration, bylaws and offering plan for bhv?
YES!
2. Susan V
What is your position as to the Fields lawsuit against the Community?
I am in favor of a settlement. I understand and believe in the importance of preserving BHVA's property and amenities. We have had non-resident boat slip rentals for over 40 years. The money spent in assessments last year alone equals over a year’s worth of HOA dues. The costs will only get worse if this goes to trial. Insurance will not pay for damages if we lose this case, and I am not convinced by recent rulings that we can win. A settlement will not please everybody, but it’s not meant to. I worry about how much misinformation I have come across in researching this very topic, all with the intention of keeping the community favorable to continuing this expensive legal battle. The decision on who to vote for is simple. If you want to continue to overspend while living here, vote to keep the current BOD intact. If you wish for an alternative view and a more open BOD who are committed to a peaceful resolution, vote for new and diverse candidates.
3. Darren Brennessel
Will there be more oversight on the activities of the maintenance facilities projects regarding the facility itself that seem to be never ending and will you be addressing the lack of information about improvement projects (before they happen) around the village such as road repairs, lighting changes, electrical work, drainage issues,etc.
Darren, I also have been asking for more transparency since I first ran two years ago. In fact, I’ve researched NYS Not For Profit Laws (Consolidated version) to learn exactly what our legal rights are with regard to accessing BHVA documents. It took me approx. 6 months of requests and the submission of notarized affidavits before Kenrick would release a list of names and addresses for residents of BHV. I also went in to look at the financials from the last two years, along with the checks that had been written during that time period. We did not see an actual ledger. We are still waiting for the 2020-2021 financials to be handed over by the ex- Board president. Apparently, Crofton did not keep any organized records. I know that’s not exactly what you are asking for, but it shows my commitment to greater communication if elected to the BOD. It is the legal right of all residents to have this information.
Your rights under NYS LAW:
Google: NYS not-for-profit laws consolidated
Click on: Article 6 members
Click on: NY NOT PROF CORP § 621. Books and records; right of inspection; prima
facie evidence
4. Bj H.
Do you understand the different HOAs that exist in BHV and the role BHVA has verses the role of a condo or other HOA in BH.
I understand from the example I’ve seen and experienced while residing here. Our local HOA president, Dave Godshall, does a fantastic job assisting with all applications to the Environmental Committee, ensuring they are properly filled out and that the EC rules are followed. This application goes next to the EC Committee and finally, to the BOD for final approval. This Lakewood Trail HOA also gives residents full detailed disclosure on all budget
matters.
5. Bj H.
In an ideal world how would you like to see the multiple law suits resolve.
I would love to see successful mediation that would result in a settlement where BHVA’s
property and amenities are protected, now and for the future. I believe, as has been the case for over 40 years, that the Marina needs nonresident boat slip renters in order to be a viable business and keep the fees for resident boat slip renters lower.
I would like to see cooperation and respect between neighbors and between residents and our sponsors. I want to believe that with a mutually acceptable settlement that this community can heal after so many years of emotionally harmful discourse.
6. Bj H.
Unless an unforseen event takes place, wIll you committ to attending and participating in all BOD meetings either virtually or in person?
Barb, Deb and I live here year-round. I aim to be more involved than many, especially in the first year to gain experience. I also plan on making myself available to the community weekly, in the Community Center, to meet with residents and listen to their concerns.
7. Bj H.
Will you take on a specific function on the BOD and not be one of the "sitters" on the BOD. We lack a VP and lack leads for projects that could be taking place while others on the BOD appear busy with specific responsibilities and maybe even overburdened?
I am not a sitter, and will volunteer for any position where I am needed. I will do the best possible, under the circumstances. Always have, always
will.
8. Susan V.
What are your thoughts on the management company and would you be in favor of a change?
I am most concerned about the hiring and firing practices at Kenrick. How is it that so many come in new and are gone within a couple of weeks? It seems like the most helpful individuals were let go or they resigned. Some of that is on the BOD because secrecy has been an inherent quality of governing and managing. How can a young person, with little experience, understand the intricacies of the Non-Disclosure Agreement? Could that be the reason so many of the new hires have been fired? The Kenrick people are here to serve the BOD, and I would like to see them serve the community. It is, at the very least, prudent to do a search for alternatives. I am not pleased that one needs to schedule an appointment just to ask a simple question. I believe there needs to be some availability of the management company at the Community Center
office.
Would you commit to getting the beach stairs fixed/usable no later than the end of 2023?
I am disappointed that they have not been fixed already and question where the funds are that were earmarked for their repair. This has been going on for over three years. I would also like to explore other alternatives, including a tram, which we could also use whenever our elevator is out of order. This would give us more options and provide plenty of avenues of access. We need to prioritize our spending options, legal vs infrastructure.
9. Steven Herrmann
Would you please rank, in priority, where assuring the safe and timely fashion of residents to access the beach via the stairs falls on your agenda considering the tenuous nature of the elevator and recent breakdowns.
See above.
10. BRUCE H.
Have you read the law suits and do you know who sued who first?
Bruce, most residents are aware that the Fields sued BHVA first. This suit was for access to the elevator when the Fields’ and their non-resident marina customers’ fobs were disabled and denied access to the marina. I believe you, Bruce, were the President of the BOD at that time so maybe you could shed some light on why the decision was made to shut down access to the boat slip renters without notification. Even more concerning is that the BOD has decided THIS WEEK AGAIN NOT TO PROVIDE ACCESS CARDS TO ANY NONRESIDENTS THAT WANT TO RENT A BOAT SLIP AT THE MARINA. Since that is our ONLY way to access the marina, it is becoming clearer as to why the stair repairs have been put off for years.
Our BOD is again trying to provoke a lawsuit, because if we get sued, then our insurance will cover most of the lawyer fees. After three years, millions of dollars spent and agonizing emotional turmoil, we are back to square one. If it is the intent of the BOD to take control of the marina, then we should be informed of the future vision and be guaranteed that the community gets a vote on the purchase.
11. Maureen Cleveland
Would you commit to full transparency on both planned and actual spending on a
monthly basis with line item details (e.g. chaise lounges at the maintenance facility)?
I believe in full transparency and believe BOD meetings should be run akin to school board meetings. The first thing on the meeting agenda should be a review of all accounts during the month of that meeting. I also believe that we should be having monthly open meetings. I don’t know why the frequency of meetings has changed. A more positive environment is needed across the community. I’m tired of seeing threatening letters concerning the refuse building, the kayak stands, etc. This community needs a more positive attitude and a more open
BOD.
12. Jordan Lack
Would you be okay with knowingly participating in a violation of the cove agreement our neighbors signed, even though BHV was not originally a party to the agreement?
After reviewing the cove agreement with Lindsey, we interpret the cove agreement as not coming into play until there are 119 resident boat slips rented. This number has never been reached and is not the case today. Therefore, the cove agreement is not violated, or even applicable, to our current
situation.
13. Jordan Lack
The village will require increasingly expensive repairs to its infrastructure. The current board is updating our reserve study. If the study concludes our reserve is underfunded,
how will you address that?
There are more creative funding options (rather than just more assessments) for paying for buildings, roads and sewers available while building better relationships with the Town of South Bristol. The town can procure a better interest rate for a 30-year bond without losing control of our roads. This would spread the payments with interest throughout future generations and not just to those of us living here today; unlike the money paid out for the maintenance
building.
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