June 4, 2013 Meeting

Indianola Port District

Port Commission Meeting#

Board of Port Commissioners#

General Meeting Minutes – June 4, 2013

Commissioners: Jeff Henderson, Chairman; Joan Wald, Commissioner; Judith Frank, Commissioner Port Bookkeeper: Carol Tripp

New Business Items#

Accounting Summary#

• Carol Tripp presented the accounting summary as of April 30, 2013:
  • Net positive inflow of cash: $13,934.75
  • Account balances as of April 30, 2013:
    • General Fund: $18,121.01
    • General Fund Investment Account: $49,163.99
    • Total Account Balances: $67,285

Letter of Recommendation for Carol Tripp / Port Auditor#

• A letter of recommendation recognizing Ms. Tripp’s exemplary service was read by Commissioner Wald.
• Ms. Tripp’s tenure as Port Auditor ended effective June 4, 2013.
• All Commissioners expressed regret and wished her well.

Commissioner Candidates for Districts 2 & 3 Announced#

• John Lane and Pat Hachel filed for District 3.
• Eric Cookson filed for District 2.
• The Board thanks the candidates and welcomes them to upcoming meetings.

Discussion of Proposed Port Tax Levy Increase#

• The Board reviewed the Port budget, Dock condition, and repair/maintenance needs.
• Proposed increase: from $0.15 per $1,000 assessed property value to $0.22 per $1,000.
  • Example: $250,000 home would see an increase of approximately $18/year.
• A special meeting is scheduled for July 23 to provide information and address community questions.
• Commissioner Wald will notify the North Kitsap Herald regarding the special meeting.

Open to Public Comment (Limit 3 Minutes Each)#

• John Lane commended the Board for their work addressing Port issues.
• Dave Haley urged the Board to be prepared to justify repair needs and fiscal requirements for the proposed tax levy increase.

Commissioner Comments#

• None

Executive Session#

• None

Adjournment#

• Meeting adjourned at 8:17 PM

Signatures:

Commissioner Jeff Henderson

Commissioner Joan Wald

Commissioner Judith Frank

Recording Secretary

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