LOGAN GATE VILLAGE SPECIAL TAXING DISTRICT

MINUTES OF BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING

Winn Dixie Market Place, Gunn Highway, Tampa, FL

Monday, January 22, 2001

Attending: Mark Dufva, President

Peter Klein, Treasurer

John Coffield, Corresponding Secretary

Terri Froment, at-large

Dana Gillam, at-large

Absent: Marla Ruth, Cynthia Ann Kapono

Other Attendees: Rick Pitrowski, COA; Deputy Christine Fleet; 3 residents.

Mr. Dufva called the meeting to order at 7:00. In anticipation of more attendees at both the Special Taxing District Meetings and the HOA Meetings, the question was raised regarding a larger facility for the meetings. Until the attendance numbers rise on a regular basis, both groups will continue meeting at the Winn Dixie store on Gunn Highway, Tampa, FL. Mr. Dufva also added that Ms. Kapono is a Board Member at her church which has the same meeting day as the Tax District's. Due to comments from other Board Members, the only change that may be done is to move the Tax District meetings to the 3^rd Monday instead of the 4^th Monday of the month. This will be discussed at the next meeting Ms. Kapono attends.

Approval of November 27, 2000 Minutes - After Mr. Dufva confirmed that Board Members had seen the November minutes, Ms. Froment made a motion to accept the minutes as written. Ms. Gillam seconded the motion. Motion passed 4 - 0. (1 Board Member late; 2 absent).

Treasurer's Report - Mr. Klein passed out the Estimating Beginning Fund Balance sheet to the Board Members. He commented that he had received the checks from SWFMD and the check from the County Grant covering the Millenium Block Party of January 2000. He also distributed copies of the LGV Special Dependent Tax District Financial Statements that was also sent to Mary Mahoney at Hillsborough County. There was discussion about moving the funds from Huntington Bank (paying 3% interest) to an account through the Florida Assessment Pool (currently paying 5% interest). Mr. Pitrowski will bring information regarding this to the next meeting. Mr. Klein indicated that the financial situation was 'looking good' for the community. Mr. Coffield made a motion to accept the Treasurer's Report as presented. Ms. Froment seconded the motion. The motion passed 5 - 0.

Security Patrol Report - Deputy Fleet distributed her security report to all attendees. The new format is easier to read and a copy will be forwarded to Bill Daly, HOA President. Deputy Fleet reviewed the sections regarding bicycle and auto thefts. Lock everything up in order to avoid being a victim. There were 2 significant arrests in our community in December. She reminded everyone to please call her with any questions, etc. She will also bring her calendar next month - after the shifts have been determined. Deputy Fleet reminded the Board that there are grants available through the Sheriff's Department for community functions, crime prevention programs, mobile watch training (residents making scheduled drives through the community), etc. These grants are for up to $1,500. Mr. Dufva has the applications and the file-by dates.

Newsletter Discussion and Recommendation - a) Mr. Pitrowski reported that he had found a possible solution for our community publication. (Ms. Karen Uhlig's bid was declined due to the expense). Manatee Media is an excellent candidate for the publication as they don't charge the community and they solicit the advertising. The first publication can be as early as February. They will be distributed by couriers - hanging them on each resident's door. This will be a joint effort between the Tax District and the HOA. The name of the publication would remain as The Villager. There will be a 50/50 split each month between advertising and articles. Mr. Pitrowski suggested that the HOA 'own' the duties of getting the articles to the publisher. In return, the HOA can charge the Tax District for including their Minutes, Treasurer's Report, etc. in the publication. This gives the HOA an opportunity to make some money to cover the HOA expenses. Ms. Gillam made a motion that the Tax District pay $100 per month to the HOA for publication of their Minutes and Treasurer's Report in The Villager for one year to be renewed if both parties are in agreement. Mr. Klein seconded the motion. The motion passed 5 - 0.

HomeOwners Association Report - Mr. Gillam reported that 18 of 36 code violations have been resolved. 6 have been sent to Code Enforcement. There is additional follow-up to be done. Most noticeable was the removal of junk cars. Mr. Dufva complimented the HOA for their progress and success.

2001 Calendar - since the Community Clean-up, Community Garage Sale and the Block Party are more suited to be organized by the HOA, Mr. Dufva will attend their next meeting and report back to the Tax District the dates that have been chosen.

Report from Rick Pitrowski, Communities of America -

Front entrance - plants damaged by the freeze will be replaced free of charge by U.S. Lawns. This is not required but most appreciated by the community. The shade-tolerant Palmetto sod will be laid on both sides of Logan Gate Blvd. as far as the first street on each side. This will be completed by the end of February. U.S. Lawns has proposed that if the Tax District will pay 12 equal monthly payments (rather than by cuts), he will change out the annuals at the front entrance 4 times a year. This was OK'd by the Board without a motion made. It was decided that the Board would wait on landscaping the Normandie entrance. There is new development going in and possibly we could work with the landscaping provided by the developers.

Mr. Pitrowski indicated that he would investigate the water that floods Logan Gate Blvd. near Monterrey, why there are phone wires running to the School and the dead oak tree(s) on Logan Gate Blvd. (Extension Service).

Well Protection and New Sod Protection Posts - the posts and reflectors have been installed on Logan Gate Blvd. And look great.

Communication Depot costs - the bids Mr. Pitrowski received to do this ran from $2,500 to $3,000. The Board may want to reconsider the size of the Depot as he felt these bids were on the high side. A reminder regarding the placement of the concrete slab: if the utility companies need access, this concrete will be torn up - at the community's expense.

Rear Park Proposal - it was suggested that Ed Radice be contacted about the Country mowing the rear park. If it is successful and timely, this item could be dropped from next year's contract with U.S. Lawn. Mr. Dufva said that he was meeting with Ed Radice and would discuss it with him and report back.

The playground equipment has been replaced in our park. It was decided to take the extra Logan Gate Village sign and erect it at the park.

Mr. Pitrowski will adjust the timers in the fountains in order to run only when residents are leaving in the morning and returning in the evening due to the drought conditions.

Mr. Pitrowski suggested that we add a concrete slab and benches at the corner of Logan Gate Blvd. and Citrus Valley. These would possibly discourage the students at this bus stop from damaging the plantings and leaving trash. This will also 'use up' the minimum charge expected from constructing the Communication Depot. Mr. Pitrowski was given the ok to proceed with this project.

Announcements/Public Comment - there were no additional comments.

Next Meeting - will be Monday, February 26, 2001 at the Winn Dixie Store on Gunn Hwy.

Meeting Closed - Ms. Gillam made a motion that the meeting be adjourned. Mr. Klein seconded the motion. The motion passed 5 - 0.