WEST SHORE PARK CORPORATION
REGULAR BOARD MEETING MINUTES — draft
April 7, 2025
ATTENDANCE
Directors: Ben Arditti, Larry Bakirtjy (7:06p.m.), Mike Davenport, Chris Shifley, Minaxi Tailor
Treasurer: Fred Aichele
Secretary: Marilee C.C. Rusiniak
Commissioners: Block 2 Beach – Greg Fried; Miller Park – Tracy Cornish
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order on April 7, 2025 at 7:01 p.m. at Countryside Fire Station #1, 801 S. Midlothian Road, Mundelein, Illinois 60060 by President Mike Davenport.
MINUTES FOR APPROVAL
Chris Shifley moved that the minutes from the Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors on March 2, 2025 be approved as corrected. Minaxi Tailor seconded the motion. Unanimously approved.
PUBLIC COMMENT
A request from a member was received regarding a tree that may need some trimming near block 2 beach. A member of the board will look at the tree and work with the member on getting the tree trimmed.
A member raised concern regarding a boat lift that has been sitting on WSPC property near block 1 beach all winter without being moved to private property. The board will investigate further. It was also reported that another boat lift was left on WSPC property over the winter near block 2 beach. Please remember that private boat lifts and piers may NOT be stored on WSPC property over the winter and must be moved to private property. Per the West Shore Park Corporation Neighborhood Riles and Regulations: No personal property of any nature (except community piers which have received permission from the Board) shall be located on WSPC property on a recurring, regular or continuous basis in excess of 10 days. After 10 days, personal property left on WSPC property will be considered abandoned and will be disposed of by the Board at the owner’s expense. Please contact the board if you have any questions.
Ben Arditti reported he was contacted by a member who lives on the channel. The member had questions regarding who is responsible for the dredging of the channel and the maintenance of the seawall. WSPC is working with the Mundelein Park & Recreation District to review and consider WSPC interest and responsibility concerning the maintenance of the channel. Questions can also be directed to Ron Salski, Executive Director: [email protected] or 847.388.5460.
TREASURER’S REPORT
Fred Aichele presented the Treasurer’s Report for 3/01/2025 – 3/31/2025. Ben Arditti moved and Larry Bakirtjy seconded that the Treasurer’s Report be approved as submitted. Unanimously approved.
Fred reported that WSPC is current with ComEd billing after months of billing challenges. It was also reported that the ComEd bills will need to be reviewed for charges occurring during peak pricing. This may be related to the time of day that the well is refilling (using more energy). Review will be done with the Water Commissioner, Char Karol, to ensure we are using the most power for refilling during cheaper, off-peak hours.
Fred requested a review of the generator’s current and estimated costs related to the installation project.
ANALYSIS: ACTUAL VS EXPECTED RECEIPTS FISCAL YEAR 4/1/2024 – 3/31/2025
Presented by Fred Aichele. Review and discussion followed. Accounting and cash balance reconcile.
COMMISSONER’S REPORTS
Miller Park – Tracy Cornish
- Picnic Tables: There was a proposal to rebuild two picnic tables at Miller Park. The existing tables were noted to be in poor condition. The need for supplies to facilitate this rebuild was emphasized, and it was agreed that quotes would be obtained for the necessary materials or recycling of old materials.
- Mulch: Tracy has contacted a WSP member to discuss mulch for the park.
- Maintenance: It was noted that there were loose boards around the playground area that posed possible safety risks. This will be addressed promptly to ensure the safety of park users.
- Sealing the Basketball Area: Quotes for seal coating the basketball area will be solicited. It was noted that one company would not be available until mid-April, indicating that seasonal weather conditions were affecting maintenance schedules.
- Disposal of Old Equipment: It was reported there is an old, broken, plastic picnic table that cannot be moved easily. Mike Davenport will help move and dispose.
Water Commissioner – Chad Karol via email:
- Generator: The gas pressure gauge/regulator is finally in and approved by Northshore Gas. The final step is the start-up. I’m waiting on an ETA but expect it very soon.
- IEPA Water Line Survey: I will be submitting our information by (April 12). (As of this report) I have 39 responses left to gather and I assume most of these will not respond, and I’ll add “unknown” for these homes.
- Potential well control issue: It was brought to attention last week that wells 2 and 3 are sometimes not kicking on when they should be. It’s not well or pump issues, but instead an issue with the control unit that tells the pumps to turn on. GHA is investigating. (Email report edited by Marilee C.C. Rusiniak for content and clarity.)
Block 2 Beach – Greg Fried
- Requested information on when lawn service begins. The park land nearest to the lake is currently very swampy and cannot be mowed. Would like to contact the lawn service providers before the first mowing to go over the area to be services and to ensure that they know not to allow clippings and debris to go into the lake.
REVIEW OF TASKS LIST
Review and discussion of the Board and Officers Task List.
NEW BUSINESS
Fred reported on the status of the update of the WSP Homeowner Directory. Please contact Fred Aichele if you’d like to update or change your listing: [email protected]
Larry Bakirtjy requested a clean file of the WSPC logo. Ben Arditti volunteered to update the logo at no cost.
The West Shore Park 2025 Billing Notices went out via email on 3/31/ 2025. The payment is due 4/30/25. You can pay via credit card here: https://westshorepark.com/shop/
ADJOURN
Minaxi Tailor moved that the meeting be adjourned. Ben Arditti seconded the motion. Unanimously approved. The meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Marilee C.C. Rusiniak, Secretary
ANNOUNCEMENTS
- April 31, 2025 – DUE DATE for WSPC HOA Annual Dues: https://westshorepark.com/shop/
- May 5, 2025 – Fremont Township Spring Pick-Up of brush, clippings, and branches
- May 5, 2025 – Regularly Scheduled Monthly Board Meeting
- June 2, 2025 – Regularly Scheduled Monthly Board Meeting
- July 7, 2025 – 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 2027
Minaxi Tailor, Block 2 February 2027
Chris Shifley, Block 1 February 2026
Larry Bakirtjy, Block 1 February 2027
REMINDERS
Monday, May 5 – Fremont Township will begin to come through West Shore Park to pick-up brush, clippings, and branches as part of their bi-yearly brush pick up service.
Please have material ready by 7:00 a.m. Monday, May 5th.
The WSP Homeowner Directory is being updated for distribution this summer! Please contact Fred Aichele if you’d like to update or change your listing: [email protected]
Join the West Shore Park Corporation Facebook Page for official WSPC news as it happens.
Sign up for the private Between the Pillars WSP Facebook Group for updated social events and information.
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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