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GCCCA Annual Meeting - 2001

November 20, 2001

Dear Golfcrest Country Club Estates Residents,

Subject: GCCCA Annual Meeting - 2001

The Annual meeting of the Golfcrest Country Club Estates Subdivision was held on October 29, 2001 in the First Presbyterian Church on North Brady Street. A social hour began this event at 6:30 P.M. and the meeting commenced promptly at 7:30 P.M. The GCCCA Board hosted the event and did an excellent job of delivering a memorable and very worthwhile meeting.

The President commended all of the Annual Meeting attendees for their vision and support of GCCCA in the past and hopefully in the future. Due to their appreciated efforts, this is the reason we are here today. Because of their support, over 76% of the residents believe in the association, and 76% are members!!! All other associations, even Springwells, Dearborn Hills, Historical Homes, etc. are lucky to have 25-30%.

The present Board of Directors was recognized, honored and thanked for serving and for their untiring efforts devoted to the GCCCA cause. The present 2001 Board of Directors was composed of the following members:

Al Rice - President
Charlie Fellrath - Vice President, Bylaws
Darlene Bartkowiak - Secretary
Jeff Beuckelaere - Treasurer
Joe Agius - Bylaws Committee
Allie Berry - Social & Welcoming Committees
Jimmy Ferris - Sgt-At-Arms
Tom Myler - Past President, Consultant for Conformity & Compatibility

Al Rice addressed the many Accomplishments the GCCCA Board of Directors achieved during the past year. They are composed of:

-- Published and passed out a new Directory to all GCCCA members.
-- Instituted a highly functional and useful www.gccca.com web site that is highly regarded in the community and accessed worldwide.
-- The City of Dearborn recognizes us and keeps us informed of pertinent issues.
-- Worked with the City of Dearborn including City Council members who are continuing to review a proposed Compatibility ordnance that will have tremendous impact on our neighborhood.
-- Held a GCCCA Dinner/Dance at the Dearborn Country Club.
-- Ordered an Entrance Sign that will be placed either on Brady or Golfcrest.
-- 76% of our residents are now members of the association.
-- Supported Dearborn Federation of Civic Associations and provide a web site for them.
-- Addressed ZBA Appeals.
-- Negotiated a super deal for Fairlane Club membership that tremendously benefits all GCCCA members.
-- Set up a Red Cross Blood Drive with First Presbyterian Church (tentatively March 8).
-- The State of Michigan has renewed our license again as a viable Association.

Block Captains: The Board can't do it alone. We rely on the Block Captains! They are the eyes and ears of the sub division. They have diligently given their time to the subdivision and include:

Barrington, Hampshire & Willoway - Nadia & Allie Berry, Jan Holmes, Michelle Jawad, Walter
Roney, and Loubna Abdallah

Brady - George & Nancy Pollack, and Maureen Yaquinto

Brentwood - Irene Tamagne, George & Christine Nichols, John Anderson,
Joe Agius, and Meg Scarlet

Cherry Hill Court - Carol Victor

Golfcrest                                     - Darlene Bartkowiak, Jimmy Ferris, Pat & Jim Weigant, Carole
                                                    Zikowski, Lisa Godin, Linda Padgett, Charles Fellrath, and
                                                    Becky Lianos

Golfcrest Court - Diane & Tim O'Brien

Meadowlane - Carolyn & Robert Buell, and Kathy Mackie

Parkside - Debbie Fields and Cindy Bogos

Shady Hollow - Carol & Bob Brinton, Al Rice, Lisa & Randy Doran, Lynn &
Chris Polaczyk, Edwina & Bruce Simpson, and Sandy Butler

Woodcrest - Tom & MaryLee Myler, Rosemary & Bob Brasie, Jeff
Bueckelaere, Craig Dahlke, and Henrietta & Roy Flanz

Other Committees:

Entrance sign: -George Pollack, Michael Soter, Charlie Saad, Bruce Simpson,
Bob Brinton and Al Rice

Web Site: Craig Dahlke put our association in the forefront with our great looking and highly functional web site! It is one of the best in the country, quite clever, obviously very informative! - and it's highlights all of the great things about your neighborhood! All of your friends worldwide can access it too! It has over 30 different sections covering everything from Building Guidelines, Homes for Sale, Events, Member's Directory, Greg Seago's Mosquitos, Letters from Mayor Guido and Jeremy Hughes, and if you don't get enough of listening to Al Rice, you can always look at the President's Message. Our Web Site www.gccca.com is getting better and better every day! Future listings will include Online Polls, Voting, Interaction Forum, and listing of "Past GCCCA Presidents and Officers."

Past Presidents & Officers: We can't forget all of those who served our organization in the
past -- John Anderson, Jerry Assenmacher, Bob Brasie, Carolyn & Bob Buell, Sandy Butler, Joy & Roy Callan, Sam Gemus, Jan Holmes, John Moynihan, Tom Myler, George Nichols, Richard Nordstrom, Joe Padesky, Lynn & Chris Polaczyk, Jack Ridenour, Bruce Simpson, Fred Staples, Jerry Strayer, Irene Tamagne, Bob Tessmer, and Wilfred Was. Please advise us if you served on the GCCCA Board over the last 50 years and we missed your name.

New Officers: The primary objective of the annual meeting was to elect four new subdivision officers. The election went extremely smooth and everyone at the meeting was in agreement with the four elected members. Three members, Joe Agius, Allie Berry and Randy Doran were elected to three years terms, and Michael Berry (Willoway) was elected to a two-year term. The new Board consists of:

Al Rice                                                Charlie Fellrath
Darlene Bartkowiak                            Joe Agius
Allie Berry                                           Randy Doran
Michael Berry                                      Tom Myler

The following two Subjects were resolved:

Conduct two formal Semi-Annual meetings per year - April and October. The GCCCA Association voted and the motion was approved by a majority.

Ravine & Grade Regulations: Mr. Walter Roney presented a motion to place the matter of a change in any grade or contour or property, a priority on the agenda with a view to insist on compliance with City, State and Federal Ordinances. The natural grade or contour of the land shall be changed or altered by fill or excavation on lots 21, 22, 23, 24, 63, 64, 80, 81, 114, 115, 129, 130, 155, 156, 157, 166, 167, 174, 179, inclusive 201, 202, 208, 209, 215, 216, 217, 220, and 221, nor shall the ravine adjoining said lots be filled, or the natural flow of water therein be diverted or obstructed in any way. The GCCCA Association voted and the motion was unanimously approved.

Other concerns raised and discussed included:

Please Vote - Linda Padgett reminded everyone to vote on Tuesday, Nov. 6. Al rice added that eh City average City-wide Voter Turnout was 34% in the September Primary, but turnout for residents in GCCCA was less than 16%. How disappointing! This was the lowest turnout in the City! Don't forget that Absentee Ballots are available.

Entrance Sign - Al Rice updated the residents on the status, timing, and proposed location of the new Entrance Sign.

Yield and Stop Signs - Michael M. Berry requested that the members in attendance sign the petition to be presented to the traffic department.

Motorized Scooters - are illegal on public streets and sidewalks. Please call the Dearborn Police at 943-2241if you see violators.

Improved Street Signs - MaryLee Myler recommended that we ask the City to install new street signs. Joe Agius said the black street signs in the Historical District cost $175 each.

Improved Street Lighting - If residents are interested in duplicating the lights in the River Bend Association (Alexandrine, Law and River Lane), Al Rice noted that the cost would be approximately $2,000 - $2,500 per household.

Brentwood Drive - has incorrect sign street signage. John Anderson proposed that they be corrected.

In the Future, in addition to the second semi-meeting in April, we hope to have three social functions a year - Dinner at Dearborn Country Club in June, and a Picnic in the Park or Block Street Picnic (contact Lisa Godin if you can help her), and the GCCCA Board is open to suggestions for a 3rd function.

Mosquitos - Please talk to your neighbors because we must increase participation or risk losing the spraying service. The cost per homeowner was only $120 in 2001.

Current Home Issues and ZBA Appeals -- we need your support - letters, FAXes, e-mail to City Hall.

300 Golfcrest - Nov. 14 ZBA Appeal - The homeowner lowered the roof height and complied with 40' Front Set Back. We thank the homeowner for his efforts.
350 Golfcrest - Nov. 14 ZBA Appeal - ZBA ruled that the construction must comply with 40' Front Set Back.
371 Woodcrest - Plans were submitted and are being reviewed for Compatibility.
435 Woodcrest - 1-Story Home plans Compatibility and approved by GCCCA; future Swimming Pool possible.

Treasurer's Report: Dues Collected   $6,196.26
                               Expenses            6,067.34   Legal (1,173), Sign (2,495)
                                                                         Insurance (1,250), Other (1,149.34)
                               Balance             $   128.92

New Directory: If you moved into your home recently, or have a new phone, FAX, or e-mail address, please e-mail Darlene at dabart@aaahawk.com or call her at 563-7188 with your information. A new Directory will be published as soon as we have 77% membership in GCCCA.

Future Officers: There will be two new Board Member openings next year at the November 2002 meeting. Please think about taking your turn and serving on the GCCCA Board.

Social Hour: We were overwhelmingly grateful to Henrietta Flanz and her Team. -- Carol Zikowski, Chris Ferrantino, Nadia Berry and Lisa Godin and thank them for sponsoring the Social Hour complete with appetizers, main course, and desserts!

$25 Dues: The annual Dues remain the same as last year ($25). If you haven't already done so, please sign up again for 2002 by filling out the attached Registration form and returning it along with your check.

Compatibility Checklist: Attached is a Compatibility 2-pager and proposed easy-to-use Compatibility Checklist for you.

Building Guidelines: Attached is a Building Guidelines 10-pager which is useful when you are considering building an addition.

In ending, please
          Continue to thank your Volunteer Block Captains for their time & efforts,
          Continue sending your replies (letters and e-mails) to the Zoning Board of Appeals, and
                calling the Mayor's Office,
          Continue to Let Us Know what you want,
          Continue Talking with / to your neighbors,
          Continue to Keep Smiling!!

Thanks again for your continued support.

Signed: Golfcrest Country Club Civic Association Board

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Al Rice
President