ALA BOARD PRESIDENT RESPONDS TO MOUNTAIN NEWS ARTICLE

Alan Kaitz


Dear ALA Members:
 
I hope this message finds you enjoying the peaceful serenity of our mountain paradise. It has come to my attention that there have been discussions within our community regarding recent reports in the Mountain News about our latest Board meeting. I want to take a moment to address some of the concerns and provide clarity on a few matters:
 
The assertions made by the Mountain News regarding the Board's decision are, regrettably, somewhat confusing. It behooves me to clarify that our diligent staff, in tandem with the Lake Operations committee, has invested substantial effort over many months in meticulously scrutinizing potential solutions for our rental docks. Extensive research into the optimal product, considering factors such as placement on the lake and prevailing weather conditions, has been conducted. The Lake Operations committee, likewise, dedicated nearly half a year to this endeavor before tendering their recommendations to the Board. Rest assured, the Board gave thorough consideration to these inputs, and there was no action taken that could have unduly influenced the outcome of the vote. I am happy to announce that ALA will soon see the installation of a new dock, ensuring we maintain the estimated cash flow from this dock of approximately $250,000 for the coming year.
                                                                                                           
It is imperative to dispel any misconceptions regarding the Board's decision on proposed boating and swimming regulations. Contrary to insinuations, the Board did not vote to prohibit Wakeboard Boats; rather, they merely elected to post the recommendation from the Lake Safety committee regarding certain rule changes, for a later vote.
 
The forthcoming fishing event for children, graciously organized by the Fish Committee, warrants clarification. While the Mountain News inferred community-wide participation, the event is exclusively intended for ALA members and their guests, fostering community engagement and recreational pursuits within the ALA community.
 
Despite the notable increase in membership fees for the year 2024, the Board's approval for the acquisition of a new Lake Patrol Boat has raised concerns. Allow me to clarify: recognizing the pressing need to replace aging assets, including our fleet of Lake Patrol boats, the Board incorporated the procurement of a new vessel into the 2024 Budget. However, mindful of fiscal prudence, Lake Safety was tasked with identifying a suitable vessel at a cost below the allocated budget. At the recent Board meeting, Lake Safety presented a proposal for a vessel priced at a mere $100,000, significantly below the earmarked budget of $200,000.
 
Lastly, there appears to be concern regarding the voter turnout in the recent election, with a notable proportion of members abstaining from casting their ballots. It is essential to clarify that ALA Bylaws mandate a quorum of 5% of all members in good standing for an election to be valid, equating to 271 votes. In the most recent election, nearly 800 members participated, surpassing the requisite threshold and exceeding turnout expectations.
 
These clarifications address but a fraction of the inaccuracies, whether explicit or implicit, propagated by recent discourse. I trust they serve to underscore our unwavering commitment to transparency and fiduciary responsibility in all our endeavors. May our collective resolve to uphold the sanctity of truth and integrity continue to guide our noble association.
 
Yours faithfully,
 
 
Alan B. Kaitz
ALA President



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