Saturday

June 7, 2025

GCL Annual HOA Mtg.

The meeting was called to order by President Louis Clark.

Members present were: Earl Bunting, Hugh Kennedy, Mike Truelove, Diana Tyndall, Mark Casey, and Tracy McKee(MA) and Penny Wetherington  was absent.

Louis recognized any new homeowners that were present. Ken Banks was here to share the financial statement and the budget with the homeowners. 

All the candidates running for a seat on the board gave speeches:

Hugh Kenedy, Diana Tyndall, Mike Truelove, Karen Watson and Danny Creech. After the candidates spoke, everyone was asked to turn in their ballots so the committee could count them. 

Managers Update:

• Homeowners were reminded all dues were to be in by July 1 or there would be a 5% late fee. 
• Boat & trailer stickers & boat parking.
• Be sure all trash was in trash bags in the cans and the wheels towards your trailer.
• Please pick up cigarette butts. 
• Please adhere to the speed limit & stop at all stop signs.
• Pets should be on a leash at all times when not on your lot.
• Remind all your quests to follow the rules.
• Be sure your kids are following the rules.

NO TAILGATING when coming into the park.

Crystal Casey gave an update on the projects the Enhancement Com. Has been working on:

• Repair shelter curtains
• Pool chairs & lounge chairs
• Lighting
• Planters
• Flagpole repair
• Picnic tables

The Enhancement Banquet will be August 31. If you want to  donate a gift, it needs to be  least $50.

Old Business:

Louis shared information about the new property tax change.

Lynn Everette was asked to speak about the paving of the roads in the park. He shared by the time it would need to be done, (approx. 4-5 yrs.) the cost could be as much as $400,000 – $450,000. There was some discussion by homeowners about leaving the dues at $1800 and put the excess money in a special fund for “Roads Only”

• New Business:

George Kivett spoke on the growing population of Carteret Co. and that in the future it will affect our community also.

Louis recognized Earl for his time and service on the board.

The votes having been counted resulted in a “tie” for the first time ever in the history of our community, the board exchanged ideas and moved forward with their  decision. The new board members are:

• Mike Truelove
• Hugh Kennedy
• Diana Tyndall
• Karen Watson
• At this time a motion was made and seconded to adjourn the meeting.

Secretary
Diana Tyndall