February 2024 Annual Member Meeting
Date: Thursday, February 8, 2024
Time: 6:30 – 9 p.m.
Location: Franktown Fire Station
Meeting Materials
Meeting was called to order at 6:30 and quorum was established with 56 members in attendance and 26 proxies for non-attending members. Tom Bowles began with opening remarks and reviewed the agenda. He thanked the members of the Board, ECC, and Welcoming Committee for their volunteer service.
Officers: Tom Bowles, Dave Weber, Lauren Fulton, Ginney Regan
Members at Large: Kathy Bondesen, Larry Falter, Lash Russell
ECC: Cheryl Gerger, Darrell Gettman, Dave Jacobs, Sid Raines, Ron VanZandt
Welcoming Committee: Becky Bowles, Laurie Jacobs
Candidates for the new Board of Directors provided introductions. Members had the opportunity to ask questions
The founders of Maverix Broadband attended. They discussed their history and passion for bringing high-speed internet to Douglas and Elbert counties. After reviewing their technology & network capabilities, they discussed pricing and installation. They are currently in the planning and permitting process with Douglas County, and have a tentative timeline of Fall 2024 for installation in Franktown.
Ginney Regan reviewed the Treasurer’s Report, including the Financial Summary and status of Fire Mitigation reimbursements.
Tom provided an update on behalf of the Welcoming Committee. 2023 was the most stable year for property owner turnover since 2018, with only 7 properties sold.
The ECC is looking for additional volunteers. Please contact the Board if you are interested. Recent ECC “drive around” compliance results were also reviewed.
Lash Russell provided an update on the Fire Mitigation program. Wait list space is available for group 6. $219k or 46% of the grant has been utilized across the first four mitigation groups. During the discussion, multiple property owners reported that their insurance provider has required them to complete fire mitigation.
Larry Falter reviewed Colorado state proposed “Land Use” Authority legislation and its potential impact on population density in our area.
Diana Love, President of Franktown Citizen’s Coalition, discussed ongoing litigation that impacts water rights to the Upper Dawson, which is our groundwater source. She requested support at upcoming oral arguments at the Colorado Supreme Court.
Meeting was adjourned prior to 9 p.m.
Save the Dates:
Semi-annual member meeting is Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Annual member meeting is Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Election Results:
President – Dave Jacobs
Vice-President – Lauren Fulton
Treasurer – Glen Roat
Secretary – Shauna Smith
Board Member at Large – Cheryl Gerger
Board Member at Large – Tim Korf
Board Member at Large – Lash Russell