WESTSHORE PARK CORPORATION
REGULAR BOARD MEETING MINUTES — Draft
July 1, 2024
ATTENDANCE
Directors: Ben Arditti, Larry Bakirtjy, Mike Davenport, Chris Shifley
Treasurer: Fred Aichele
Secretary: Marilee C.C. Rusiniak
Commissioners: Brett Laureys, Water Commissioner
Members: Bruce Brodzik, Tracey Cornish, Alicia Dodd, Lee Furnish, Ray Latourett, Tony Savino, Chuck & Jeannie Trampe, Tori Trauscht
Others: Mundelein Park & Recreation District Executive Director & ADA Compliance Office Ron Salski
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order on July 1, 2024 at 7:06 p.m. at Countryside Fire Station #1, 801 S. Midlothian Road, Mundelein, Illinois 60060 by President Mike Davenport.
MINUTES FOR APPROVAL
Larry Bakirtjy moved that the minutes from the Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors on June 3, 2024 be approved as presented. Chris Shifley seconded the motion. Unanimously approved.
HOMEOWNER FORUM
Traffic Concerns:
Tracey Cornish raised the issue regarding traffic using her private driveway to bypass parked or stopped traffic. Please refrain from using any driveway (or lawn) to go around traffic on the road. Mike Davenport reported that he experiences four to five cars a day turning around in his driveway, which poses a safety hazard. Suggestions were made for homeowners to report persistent traffic safety issues to the Lake County Sheriff Non-Emergency at 847-549-5200.
Water Quality Issues:
Tori Trauscht expressed concern about water quality and sedimentation affecting Diamond Lake, emphasizing the need for better storm water management practices. Concerns were raised about highway runoff contributing to sediment. There are also concerns about runoff with road salt and pollution entering the lake. This may become more of a problem when the expansion of 60/83 begins and the added traffic and the possibility of new retention ponds to be constructed along the roadway. There was a discussion on the need for improved maintenance of current and future retention basins, emphasizing that current systems are not adequately handling increased rainfall. Alicia Dodd noted that during heavy downpours, the detention ponds may overflow, leading to runoff issues that can affect private properties. It was suggested to explore alternative drainage solutions to redirect water flow away from residential areas.
Residents in attention proposed forming a committee to address water management issues collaboratively, highlighting the importance of a unified voice in discussions with Fremont Township, Lake County, and IDOT.
Discussion with Mundelein Park & Recreation District Executive Director & ADA Compliance Office Ron Salski
Bruce Brodzik introduced, Ron Salski who discussed ongoing projects, including sonar treatment for lake weed management. It was noted that the lake has improved significantly due to the sonar treatment, but the channel still has some weeds. They are monitoring the situation and will report back to the WSPC board. He encouraged residents to report any specific areas of concern regarding weed growth.
Concerns were raised about the maintenance of the channel, with residents noting that weeds have been an ongoing issue. Mr. Salski reported that a sediment study has been conducted, which will guide future decisions about dredging and sediment management. The results of this study will be shared with the WSPC board once available. The discussion included the potential for partnerships with homeowners for channel maintenance. Mr. Salski expressed a willingness to collaborate with the community to address these issues.
Mr. Salski also highlighted the importance of community input in the planning process for future projects, including the master planning of the public beach and boat launch area, which is expected to begin engaging the public in early 2025.
You can sign-up for email notifications from the MPRD – which includes notices regarding the application of the herbicide and information about the health of Diamond Lake at: https://www.mundeleinparks.org/about-the-park-district/park-district-board-meetings/
Questions and concerns regarding the lake and channel should be sent to Ron Salski: [email protected]
CORRESPONDENCE
A notice from a homeowner regarding the listing of a property as an Airbnb was reported. Short-term rentals are not permitted in unincorporated Lake County (which includes West Shore Park.) According to Lake County Planning, Building and Development: A “short-term rental” is defined as the renting of property for a period of less than one (1) month. Short-term rental of single-family homes in residential zoning districts is prohibited in Unincorporated Lake County by the Unified Development Ordinance of the Lake County Code (UDO) and doing so is a violation of the County Code and subject to enforcement action. www.lakecountyil.gov/4816/Short-Term-Rentals-Prohibition Residents are requested to report violations to the Lake County Planning Building and Development department.
Chad Carroll has expressed interest in the Water Commissioner position.
The board received a communication regarding the need for repairs to the well house, including addressing overgrowth and ensuring proper functioning of the alarm systems.
PRESIDENT’S REPORT
Mike Davenport gave an update on the generator project, with a contractor expected to provide a detailed proposal for project management soon. The board discussed the importance of moving forward with this project due to long lead times for generators.
TREASURER’S REPORT
Fred Aichele presented theTreasurer’s Report for 6/01/2024 – 6/30/2024. Chris Shifley moved and Larry Bakirtjy seconded that the Treasurer’s Report be approved as submitted. Unanimously approved.
- Fred Aichele reported total collections of approximately $17,559 for the month, which included nearly $700 in interest.
- Key expenses included:
- Well water maintenance: $1,610
- Legal fees: $360 (related to recent meetings)
- Fidelity bond: $426 (due in June)
- Beach maintenance (Block 1): $1,783 for mowing and debris removal.
- Beach maintenance (Block 2): $1,115 for sand and maintenance.
- Total disbursements for the month were reported at $6,443.
- Chlorine Pumps were required to be replaced.
- The current balance on hand is approximately $219,000.
REVIEW OF TASKS LIST
Review and discussion of the Board and Officers Task List.
OLD BUSINESS
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ADJOURN
Ben Arditti moved that the meeting be adjourned. Chris Shifley seconded the motion. Unanimously approved. The meeting was adjourned at 8:21 p.m.
Executive Session Opened: 8:25 p.m.
Executive Session Closed: 9:19 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Marilee C.C. Rusiniak, Secretary
ANNOUNCEMENTS
- August 5, 2024 – Regularly Scheduled Monthly Board Meeting
- September 9, 2024 – Regularly Scheduled Monthly Board Meeting
- October 7, 2024 – Regularly Scheduled Monthly Board Meeting
- November 4, 2024 – Regularly Scheduled Monthly Board Meeting
- December 2, 2024 – Regularly Scheduled Monthly Board Meeting
All monthly meetings are held at Countryside Fire Station #1, 801 S. Midlothian Rd., Mundelein, IL 60060 at 7:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted.
DIRECTORS AND THEIR TERMS
Name Month/Year Term Expires
Ben Arditti, Block 2 February 2026
Mike Davenport, At Large February 2025
Minaxi Tailor, Block 2 February 2025
Chris Shifley, Block 1 February 2026
Larry Bakirtjy, Block 1 February 2025
REMINDERS
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Please add [email protected] to your email contacts. We have been experiencing some difficulty with certain email servers rejecting emails because they are thought to be spam.
Please do not send emails to the [email protected] email address. The email is used mainly for sending out email to members and is not regularly checked. Your email may sit for some time before being forwarded to the correct individual to handle your situation or request. Please email or call Secretary Marilee C.C. Rusiniak, or directly contact any member of the board. Email addresses are available on the website and phone numbers are listed in the West Shore Park Homeowner Directory.
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It is recommended that pedestrians walking at night or dusk/dawn should wear reflective clothing and have a flashlight or light-up leash for their dog. The NHTSA recommends the following safety tip for walking in a neighborhood without sidewalks such as WSP and West Shoreland: Pedestrians should walk FACING traffic and as far away from traffic as possible. https://www.nhtsa.gov/road-safety/pedestrian-safety (Bicycles ride along WITH traffic.) Dog owners are also reminded to please obey leash laws and to always pick-up after your dog.