2011 Annual General Meeting
The 2011 Annual General Meeting was held September 3, 2011 at the Grand Marias Recreational Centre. In attendance were 36 people; members, citizens and Councillors, Debbie Fielbkorn, Ken Thomas and Ed Gunning with the RM of St. Clements. Two constitutional amendments were presented at that time, voted on and passed. Aneila Huminsky gave a presentation on Lake Friendly products donated by Colleen Sklar of Lake Friendly; the basket of Green Works products was won by Nick Borison of Grand Beach Road.
Bill Snowden was the recipient of the 2011 Spirit Award for his donations and work towards Walter Whytes’ school food program. The Bartenders Delight fundraising raffle grand prize was drawn and won by Karen Mackleson of Lockport, MB. The July 1st early bird draw was won by Corrine Sayer of Sunset Beach. Proceeds of the draw will go towards the purchase two picnic tables and a donation to the Grand Marias Community Central Bldg. Thanks to all that supported the raffle.
The election of the 2011-2012 Management Committee has two new members Rosie Schau from the original Rosie Bakery and Craig Rowbotham.
President - Roberta Dalman, Vice-President - Anelia Huminsky, Secretary - OPEN, Treasurer - Donna Meyers, Directors - Dianne Domaratzski, Rosie Schau and Craig Rowbotham
WELCOME TO OUR NEW AND RETURNING MEMBERS
Active Committees
The Concerns Action Committee - charged with assisting members in the reporting of concerns to the proper authorities and in following up on concerns reported. Members who have concerns they would like us to help address can download a complaint form by clicking here.
Membership Committee - charged with conducting an annual membership drive.
Communications Committee - charged with creating a web site and newsletter that will disseminate information about the GMPOA and the Grand Marais area.
Nominating Committee - charged with ensuring qualified individuals are prepared to stand for election for all Executive and Board of Directors positions, with presenting these qualified individuals to the membership at the AGM and with supervising the election of officers.
AGM/Constitution Committee - charged with reviewing the past AGM(s) and making recommendations for improvement, with compiling a budget for the AGM and with reviewing the constitution and making recommendations for amendments.
Environment Committee - charged with investigating ways the GMPOA can support the community in its efforts to develop and protect the environment.
Budget Committee - charged with developing an annual budget for the operations of the GMPOA.
Spirit Award Committee - charged with selecting a deserving individual to receive the GMPOA's annual Spirit Award.
The 2011 Spirit Award was presented at the 2011 Annual General Meeting to our member Bill Snowden of the Village Store for his work and donations towards the food program at Walter Whyte School. Aneila Huminsky is shown making the presentation to Bill.
2010 AGM
The 2010 AGM was held at the Grand Marais Recreation Centre on September 4, 2010. The meeting was attended by 41 people from the community. The Association was in caretaking mode from September 2009, with the commitment of 10 of our members a new Management Committee was elected and formed:
President – Roberta Dalman
Vice President - Anelia Humnisky
Past President - Linda Leonard
Treasurer - Donna Meyer
Secretary - Diane Domaratzki
Directors - Wendy French, Brian Huminsky Maria Pikta, Ray Mackelson, Wayne Anderson.
Congratulations is extended to the new 2010-2011 Management Committee, and many thanks to the Jerry Meagher, Linda and Paul Leonard and all other Committee Members and volunteers, too many to mention, that have served and help to build the GMPOA since it’s founding in 2005.
2009 Annual General Meeting
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2008 Annual General Meeting
The 2008 AGM was held, as usual, at the Grand Marais Recreation Centre on August 30. The event was attended by 65 of our 170+ members. Congratulations to the members of the 2008 - 2009 Management Committee: Linda Leonard - President, Anelia Humnisky - Vice President, Jerry Meagher - Past President, Roberta Dalman - Treasurer, Donna Meyer - Secretary, and Paul Leonard, Garry Dunne, Gord Koffman, Wendy French, and Jeff Landry - Directors.
The GMPOA gratefully acknowledges the participation of:
Mr. Ed Gunning (RM of St. Clements) - Mr. Gunning brought greetings from the RM and responded to questions from the floor. In summary:
- dust control is applied to the roads once each summer; one pass is made on all streets; Grand Marais Boulevard receives two passes because the provincial government pays for one of them; the RM would be willing to make two passes but residents would be charged on their property taxes for the extra pass; if residents want two passes on all streets, they should put-it-in-writing and send it to the RM.
- the RM has a contract to have the public washrooms at the corner of Grand Marais Boulevard and Grand Beach Road need emptied, cleaned and supplied with toilet paper; these washrooms will be removed once the new Information Centre/Heritage Museum is opened; the new centre will provide potable water and public washrooms; the centre should be operational next summer.
- residents' concerns about damage caused to boulevards by snow clearing will be forwarded to Public Works for their attention.
- in order to receive proper attention, all concerns and complaints should be sent in writing to the RM at Box 2, Grp 35 RR1 - East Selkirk, Manitoba - R0E 0M0 ( Editor's Note: GMPOA members are requested to forward a copy of their concern/complaint so our Concerns Action Committee can follow up on it with you.)
- over 400,000 visitors came to Grand Beach in 2008
- recycling bins will be installed for next summer; Grand Marais residents may use them
- the washrooms at the west end of the boardwalk will be renovated for next season.
- memorial benches can be purchased from the Grand Beach Cottage Owners Association Inc.
- call Natural Resources officers at 754-5043 if wild animals are seen in the park or in Grand Marais.
- off road vehicles (ATV's, quads, dirt bikes, etc.) are subject to the Off Road Vehicles Act; ORV's are not allowed on any public roads; however, if an ORV is proceeding to an off road trail by the shortest route, then the individual will not be ticketed, provided the operator is wearing a helmet, is accompanied by a responsible adult if unlicensed and is obeying all traffic laws, including the speed limit (which is 30 kph in Grand Marais); if ORV's are being operated on public roads in an unsafe manner, residents are advised to get a description of the ORV and its operator and call the RCMP at 754 -3494 or 754 - 2300
- fireworks are illegal unless you have a license; contact the RCMP at the numbers above if you have a concern/complaint
- there is a 24 hour noise bylaw in Grand Marais; contact the RCMP at the numbers above if you have a concern/complaint
- the speed limit in all residential areas is 50 kph unless otherwise posted; the posted speed limit in Grand Marais is 30 kph; some signs have been stolen and need to be replaced.
- parking is illegal along Grand Marais Boulevard, from Deepdale Avenue to Pinehurst Avenue; the RCMP cannot ticket offenders however because the "No Parking" signs have been stolen.
- PBLE can enforce municipal bylaws only, not provincial or federal laws.
- bylaw enforcement is complaint driven; in order to receive proper attention, all concerns and complaints, including derelict buildings, should be sent in writing to the RM at Box 2, Grp 35 RR1 - East Selkirk, Manitoba - R0E 0M0 ( Editor's Note: GMPOA members are requested to forward a copy of their concern/complaint so our Concerns Action Committee can follow up on it with you.); concerns/complaints will be forwarded to PBLE and/or to the Selkirk and Area District Planning Board for their attention; if necessary, PBLE and the Selkirk and Area District Planning Board will forward information to appropriate authorities that can apply other legislation that has real clout.
- septic waste must be collected in a septic tank that is emptied by a qualified contractor or in a portable toilet that is emptied legally or in an approved composting toilet; outhouses using an open pit or a bucket are illegal.
- the GBADC partnered with the GMPOA to present the Canada Day fireworks and the Big Swampy Ice Fishing Derby.
- the GBADC owns and maintains the large sign and the Reader Board at Vassar Lane as well as the bulletin board at Doris's.
- the GBCOA and the RM of St. Clements are working together to provide a doctor at the East Beaches Fire and Rescue Department during the summer season
To view the reports of the president and standing committees, click below:
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- President's Report 2008
- Ice Fishing Derby Report 2008
- Garbage Committee Report 2008
- Membership Report 2008
- Communications Committee Report 2008
- Concerns Action Committee Report 2008
- COPP Report 2008
- Fire Truck Pull Report 2008
- Staircase Report AGM 2008
- Treasurer's Report 2008
FAQ About Memberships
Q: Why should I become a member?
A: Firstly, to have the support of the entire membership when you have an issue that needs follow-up with authorities. Secondly, so your ideas and opinions can be heard by the membership and, if supported, acted upon by the membership.
Q: What is the difference between a property owner member and an associate member?
A: A property owner member is a property owner in Grand Marais and is entitled to vote at meetings. An associate member cannot vote at meetings.
Q: Why do associates not have a vote?
A: So associates cannot control the association and lobby for improvements that property owners would have to pay for.
Q: Why should I take out an associate membership when I don't get a vote?
A: So your ideas and opinions can be heard and, if supported, acted upon by the membership. As well, associate members can be elected to the Board of Directors and obtain a vote. Our founder (and past president) is an associate member.