Spring meeting 2017 Recap
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| march_29_2018_dp_wq_.pdf |
Dudley Pond Association
2018 Spring Membership Meeting
29 Apr 2018
Wayland Town Hall
Doron opened the meeting at 5:20 pm.
Doron outlined the evening's agenda:
- Election of Board members and Members-at- Large
- Presentation of DPA finances by Jamie Pierce
- Update from Mike Lowery from the Surface Water Quality Committee
- Update from Karen Lowery on the DPA Fun Run/Walk and 5K
- Update from Judy Currier and the 50th Anniversary committee
Noting that a quorum was in attendance, the Board nominations were presented by Doron:
President: Doron Almog
1st Vice President: Eric Macklin
2nd Vice President: Ella LaClaire
Secretary: Lisa Jacobs
Treasurer: Jamie Pierce
Member-at- Large: Karen Lowery, Mike Margossian, Julia Ashton
Doron invited any new nominations from the floor. None were noted. A motion to accept the slate as
nominated was made and seconded. The slate passed by voice vote with none opposed.
The minutes from the 2017 Fall Membership meeting were read by Doron. They were accepted with the
amendment that Mike Margossian rather than Mike Lowery was present as a Member-at- Large.
Jamie presented the final 2017 financial report, noting net proceeds from the Fun Run of over $12,000
even though registrations were down from prior years. DPA expenses were similar as previous years.
The only notable items were $600 for the new Boy Scout constructed kiosk at Mansion Beach and
$12,000 contribution to the Town to reimburse weed treatment expenses. Operating funds totaled
$71,066 and the Endownment had a balance $104,408, for a total DPA balance of $175,484.
Jamie presented the proposal to obtain general liability insurance to protect the DPA's growing balance.
Baldwin Insurance was engaged to obtain quotes for new policies for Directors and Officers insurance
and general liability insurance. New policies were purchased with a combined annual premium of
approximately $1,700.
Doron led all members attending the meeting in introducing themselves and welcomed two new
members attending their first DPA meeting.
Mike Lowery presented a report from the Surface Water Quality Committee. Given the normal cycle of
weed growth and control efforts, in particular herbicide treatment in 2016, we are anticipating usual
spring algae in places, more hand pulling, and a re-emergence of tape grass. A pair of swans have
historically nested on Dudley Pond with the benefit of scaring geese away from Mansion Beach. For the
past 8 years, water quality sampling has been performed at three locations at three depths at three
times of the year. This spring, the Carlson Trophic State Index (TSI) was the best that it has been over the last 8 years. Mike presented an overview of the methodology used in assessing Dudley Pond water
quality. Water quality testing benefits efforts by tracking changes in water quality, providing clout with
the Conservation Commission, and supporting Town permitting efforts. The improvements water quality
are likely due to installation of new septic systems around the Pond, State legislation regulating
phosphorus from fertilizers and household products, and more vigorous enforcement of Title 5
regulations by the Board of Health (BOH). Further improvements could be expected with the following
changes: increased monitoring of nitrogen and phosphorus inputs, periodic BOH inspections of septic
systems if approved by the Town, regular pumping of septic systems, and education of newcomers in
pond-healthy practices.
Doron inquired about regulations related to fishing on Dudley Pond. Mike identified that the State
licenses fishing and fowling practices.
Karen Lowery identified the importance of continuing to raise funds for the DPA in order to prepare for
future weed treatment expenses. The DPA Fun Run/Walk is the DPA's primary fund raising effort. This
coming fall will be the 22nd Annual DPA Fun Run, scheduled for Sun Sep 23. Karen invited members to
solicit new corporate sponsors of the Fun Run and to become contributing sponsors themselves. She
identified the benefit of publicity afforded corporate sponsors. She invited members to volunteer on the
day of the race to help set up for the event, to help during the Kids'; Run and the 5K race, and during
clean-up after the race. Karen noted that the start times have been moved earlier in the day: the non-
competitive walk will start at 9 am, the races for kids will be at 10:30 am, and the 5K run and 2 mile walk
start at 11 am.
Judy Currier thanked the other 50th Anniversary committee members: Jan Dunn, Susan Green, Margo
Melicove, and Jamie Pierce. The 50th Anniversary Celebration party will be held at the Sandy Burr
Country Club on Sun Oct 13. Judy presented a short history of efforts to protect the Pond. Brad Bernard
worked in the late 1960's as the Pond Patrol, issuing tickets to boaters who were speeding or otherwise
creating other mischief. Judy identified that over $1,000,000 has been spent by the DPA over the life of
the organization to maintain the health of the Pond. An early DPA effort was turning back State efforts
to tear down many of the old homes in the interest of urban planning. Judy identified a critical need to
engage more young members to help replace some of the current older membership.
Mike Lowery alerted the membership that the stretch of Lake Shore Drive east of Mansion Beach is
being repaved and a curb will be installed on the pond-side of the road to better control storm water.
Doron alerted the membership that boats left on the shore near Mansion Beach have been marked for
removal by the Town.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:45 pm.
2018 Spring Membership Meeting
29 Apr 2018
Wayland Town Hall
Doron opened the meeting at 5:20 pm.
Doron outlined the evening's agenda:
- Election of Board members and Members-at- Large
- Presentation of DPA finances by Jamie Pierce
- Update from Mike Lowery from the Surface Water Quality Committee
- Update from Karen Lowery on the DPA Fun Run/Walk and 5K
- Update from Judy Currier and the 50th Anniversary committee
Noting that a quorum was in attendance, the Board nominations were presented by Doron:
President: Doron Almog
1st Vice President: Eric Macklin
2nd Vice President: Ella LaClaire
Secretary: Lisa Jacobs
Treasurer: Jamie Pierce
Member-at- Large: Karen Lowery, Mike Margossian, Julia Ashton
Doron invited any new nominations from the floor. None were noted. A motion to accept the slate as
nominated was made and seconded. The slate passed by voice vote with none opposed.
The minutes from the 2017 Fall Membership meeting were read by Doron. They were accepted with the
amendment that Mike Margossian rather than Mike Lowery was present as a Member-at- Large.
Jamie presented the final 2017 financial report, noting net proceeds from the Fun Run of over $12,000
even though registrations were down from prior years. DPA expenses were similar as previous years.
The only notable items were $600 for the new Boy Scout constructed kiosk at Mansion Beach and
$12,000 contribution to the Town to reimburse weed treatment expenses. Operating funds totaled
$71,066 and the Endownment had a balance $104,408, for a total DPA balance of $175,484.
Jamie presented the proposal to obtain general liability insurance to protect the DPA's growing balance.
Baldwin Insurance was engaged to obtain quotes for new policies for Directors and Officers insurance
and general liability insurance. New policies were purchased with a combined annual premium of
approximately $1,700.
Doron led all members attending the meeting in introducing themselves and welcomed two new
members attending their first DPA meeting.
Mike Lowery presented a report from the Surface Water Quality Committee. Given the normal cycle of
weed growth and control efforts, in particular herbicide treatment in 2016, we are anticipating usual
spring algae in places, more hand pulling, and a re-emergence of tape grass. A pair of swans have
historically nested on Dudley Pond with the benefit of scaring geese away from Mansion Beach. For the
past 8 years, water quality sampling has been performed at three locations at three depths at three
times of the year. This spring, the Carlson Trophic State Index (TSI) was the best that it has been over the last 8 years. Mike presented an overview of the methodology used in assessing Dudley Pond water
quality. Water quality testing benefits efforts by tracking changes in water quality, providing clout with
the Conservation Commission, and supporting Town permitting efforts. The improvements water quality
are likely due to installation of new septic systems around the Pond, State legislation regulating
phosphorus from fertilizers and household products, and more vigorous enforcement of Title 5
regulations by the Board of Health (BOH). Further improvements could be expected with the following
changes: increased monitoring of nitrogen and phosphorus inputs, periodic BOH inspections of septic
systems if approved by the Town, regular pumping of septic systems, and education of newcomers in
pond-healthy practices.
Doron inquired about regulations related to fishing on Dudley Pond. Mike identified that the State
licenses fishing and fowling practices.
Karen Lowery identified the importance of continuing to raise funds for the DPA in order to prepare for
future weed treatment expenses. The DPA Fun Run/Walk is the DPA's primary fund raising effort. This
coming fall will be the 22nd Annual DPA Fun Run, scheduled for Sun Sep 23. Karen invited members to
solicit new corporate sponsors of the Fun Run and to become contributing sponsors themselves. She
identified the benefit of publicity afforded corporate sponsors. She invited members to volunteer on the
day of the race to help set up for the event, to help during the Kids'; Run and the 5K race, and during
clean-up after the race. Karen noted that the start times have been moved earlier in the day: the non-
competitive walk will start at 9 am, the races for kids will be at 10:30 am, and the 5K run and 2 mile walk
start at 11 am.
Judy Currier thanked the other 50th Anniversary committee members: Jan Dunn, Susan Green, Margo
Melicove, and Jamie Pierce. The 50th Anniversary Celebration party will be held at the Sandy Burr
Country Club on Sun Oct 13. Judy presented a short history of efforts to protect the Pond. Brad Bernard
worked in the late 1960's as the Pond Patrol, issuing tickets to boaters who were speeding or otherwise
creating other mischief. Judy identified that over $1,000,000 has been spent by the DPA over the life of
the organization to maintain the health of the Pond. An early DPA effort was turning back State efforts
to tear down many of the old homes in the interest of urban planning. Judy identified a critical need to
engage more young members to help replace some of the current older membership.
Mike Lowery alerted the membership that the stretch of Lake Shore Drive east of Mansion Beach is
being repaved and a curb will be installed on the pond-side of the road to better control storm water.
Doron alerted the membership that boats left on the shore near Mansion Beach have been marked for
removal by the Town.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:45 pm.