• Meeting started at 7:35pm on Wednesday, December 9th,
2020, and a quorum was confirmed. President Chris Brownlow
commented on the proposed U-Turn/left turn traffic change
at Sheridan and SW 148 Avenue. A motion was made by Tony
Browne and seconded by Bob Parker opposing the above
modification which would present potential traffic issues. This
motion was approved unanimously.
• Officer Elliot, Salston and Jeff provided police report: 47
citations, enforcement of speeding on Griffin Road as bicycles
are increasing, as well as cars broken into on Old Sheridan Street.
It was further recommended to be careful when shopping. Also
mentioned was the “Drive Slow in the Ranches” campaign.
• Mayor Steve Breitkreuz was pleased with the number of
residents who applied to volunteer on the Town’s Advisory
Boards for this year. He also commented on the issue relating
to noise and the direction needed to mitigate, especially at the
end of the year celebrations. He also talked in depth about the
comprehensive advisory board on their current discussions
to protect our community from developers and suggesting
additional protection measures.
• Council member Jim Albritton commented on starting civic
associations which would include Green Meadows, Rolling
Oaks and/or Country Estates.
• Jason Halberg commented on the timing it takes to repair
potholes. Mayor Breitkreuz then commented on the process/
logistics on how the Town gets the potholes repaired.
• Christine shared who would be on the Nominating Committee
for the upcoming HOA Board Elections in March: Lori Parrish,
Rose Williams, and Bob Parker. She also commented about the
new names added to the plaques.
• Lori Parrish asked the Board, Mayor and Council Members,
who were present, for a new vision opposing commercial
development, except agricultural, and for maintaining our rural
lifestyle. Lori also mentioned that the town residents voted in
support of the 5-0 amendment. Lori further shared some concerns
regarding the recent Council’s appointments to the Advisory
Boards. She stated that the Council should only appoint those
who support our rural lifestyle and represent the respective
views of that Council Member.
• Treasurer reported $24,009.33 in the bank
• Membership 232 members
• Vilma, Jason and Tony will work on QuickBooks options for
membership to be paid online. Christine, Judi and Vilma will
contact advertisers for renewals.
• Lori will help with the list of new owners in the Sunshine
Ranches boundaries to have the membership list updated.
• Meeting adjourned at 9 o’clock.
It is December, the holidays are upon us, and a new year will soon arrive. May I say, “Thank you.” To my parents, who, in the mid-60s, purchased our property, giving me and my sister a wonderful place to call home, I say, “Thank you.”
To our outgoing council members, Doug McKay, Dee Schroeder, and Delsa Amundson, I also say, “Thank you.” You gave of your time, expertise, and heart. To our new mayor, Steve Breitkreuz, and councilmen, Jim Allbritton and David Kuczenski, I say, “Thank you.”
The November 19th council meeting was exceptional. Along with council members Hartmann and Jablonski, you have started addressing (and in some instances solved) pressing issues: re tax, drainage, large animal relocation during storms, goals for 2021, etc. Our newly elected state representative, Robin Bartleman, was in attendance providing support.
To the Sunshine Ranches Executive Board and Directors, I say, “Thank you.” Your support of David’s work as president, town events, and resident welfare has been unwavering. We will appoint an election committee (per the by laws) this month at our Zoom meeting (date TBA),
as the March elections will soon arrive. I hope you will consider running for re-election so we may continue our positive work.
To our Sunshine Ranches residents… “Thank you.” You have been amazing in your support of town events and fundraisers, voiced your concerns on issues which would have adverse effects on our community, and rallied behind individuals who have our best interests at heart.
Please do not stop here…consider helping the SRHOAby volunteering, writing for the Waggler, posting an ad, or serving the town by applying to one of several advisory boards.
Pioneers, yes, Pioneers, our beautiful plaques will be installed soon. If we missed your inclusion, please contact us, as this is easily remedied.
Have a wonderful and safe holiday. Toast to a new start and a new year. Enjoy the love of family. Remember to say, “Thank you.”
With love,
Chris Brownlow
The meeting started at 7:45pm. A quorum was verified.
Mayor-elect Steve Breitkreuz conducted the Pledge.
David thanked everyone who joined the meeting, and he thanked the
SRHOA for its support during the campaign (as did the other two elected
officials). He announced the election results and council positions:
David Kuczenski-councilman, Jim Allbritton-councilman, and Steve
Breitkreuz-mayor. As of tonight, David resigns his position as a board
member and president of the SRHOA. Chris Brownlow will serve as
president and Vilma Lopez as secretary.
Attendees gave their congratulations to David and the other elected
officials present. They are very happy with the election results and
changes to the town council.
Gary Jablonski noted the swearing-in ceremony for the new council
members will be on the 19th at 5:45pm, followed by the monthly council
meeting.
We will have a meeting in early December, date and time TBA. A
nominating committee will need to be established, as per the bylaws, for
the upcoming March 2021 election.
The treasurer’s report will be published in the December Waggler.
Membership reports 226 members as of today.
Some items of concern: speeding, drainage, mosquitoes.
Motion 1) Reimburse Cindy Samartino $200 for entryway maintenance.
The motion was made by Tony Brown and seconded by Ed Gonzalez.
The motion carried.
Motion 2) Donate $1,000 to the town’s scholarship fund. The motion was
made by Bob Parker and seconded by Nancy Winston. The motion carried.