HOBOs Annual Meeting June 11, 2022

First Baptist Church, Dadeville

Jesse Cunningham called the meeting to order at 9:00 AM. He thanked everyone for attending. Jesse introduced the current board members: Wallace Jones, Steve Smith, Jim Robinson, Betsy Keown, Judy Heinzen, Mitzy Hidding, William Haynes, Jerry Purcell. Harry DeNegre was unable to attend due to his grandson's wedding.

Minutes of 2021 Board Meeting - Judy Heinzen informed everyone that the minutes have been approved by the HOBO board and posted on the website. By unanimous vote, the minutes were approved as posted.

Jesse Conningham thanked the Business Sponsors for their participation in HOBOs. The sponsors

are:

Standard Business  Wallace & Margaret Darneille Will Ponder	Patron Business Rhonda Gaskins - Century 21 Lake Area Realty
Supporting Business StillWaters Yacht Club Mickey Forbus, Forbus Custom Pools Jeff & Cherry Hillyer - Hillyer & Associates Buddy & Louise McDaniel - Lakeside Marina	Platinum Business Gregg & Denise Cessna Mitzy Hidding - Zazu's Verandah Jen Patten

Financial Report - Jim Robinson reviewed the financial report for the period ending May 31, 2022 as well as the forecast for the period ending May 31, 2023.

Election of 2022 - 2024 Board There were no nominations from the floor. Elected by unanimous vote were Wallace Jones, 1st Vice President, Judy Heinzen, Secretary, and Board Members: Jerry Purcell, William Haynes, Ann Campbell, Bill Walker, Brad Copeland, and Chris Searcy.

Business Issues

● HOBO membership continues to grow every month.● All members are invited to attend the bi-monthly HOBO Board meeting held at Zazu’s Verandah. The meeting dates and times are announced on the HOBO website. The next meeting will be held on July 11, 2022 at 4:00 PM.
● The website and HOBO Facebook page are updated regularly with new information. Be sure to watch for the news
.● Gift memberships are only $25, give your new neighbor or friend the opportunity to participate in HOBOs.
● We are holding a Boating Safety Class on June 25, 2022 at Zazu’s Verandah. It is free, lunch is included, and you can register online
● Look for the HOBO booth at the Dadeville Fall Festival.

Other Lake Concerns

Water Quality - Ann Campbell, who was elected to the HOBO Board of Directors today is also in charge of the Lake Watch Lake Martin water monitoring program. Currently there are 25 monitors, but more are always needed. They have been monitoring for ecoli, due to the number of chicken processing plants and old septic systems. The Lake Watch Swim Alert guide is posted on the HOBO website at the bottom of the home page. Click HERE for a direct link.

Jesse Cunningham - commented on the trending development of high density housing as it affects the environment and increased activity on the lake.

SPEAKERS

Ed Oliver - Alabama State Representative District 81

Ed Oliver informed us that the explosion of housing is being addressed by the legislature as many new septic tanks are being licensed, and proximity legislation is again under consideration. Highways 49 and 50 were Indian trails that were paved and both need to be re-engineered for greater safety.  Due to the cost and impact on people’s homes and businesses it will take a long time. If anyone has any concerns feel free to contact him at 334 803-1889. This phone number is available on the HOBO website in the contacts section.

Jason Moran - Tallapoosa County Emergency Management 

Jason Moran explained that the Tallapoosa County Management office is a division of the county government. It is a coordinating agency for the national weather service, natural hazards , manmade hazards, industrial accidents, nuclear radiation and dam breakage. You can sign up for Tallapoosa Alert to receive warnings by phone and/or email. Warnings will be sent to the area of the county that is in danger. This link is also available on the HOBO website in the contacts section. It is important to have a weather radio. Monitor TV stations for watches, advisories and warnings. Have a disaster plan for your home that includes shelter, water, food and batteries for your radio. Know the locations of public shelters.