April 21, 2026
LPA Board Meeting
Via Zoom 5:00 – 7:10 pm
No Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call — Present: Jen Daly McFadden, Sam Orr, Bill Gibson, Bryan Bentz, Paul Dzurec, Nancy Walker, Steven Dodd, Rosanne O’Hara
Absent: Peggy Roberts
Guests: Bob Maurice, Edie Morren, Ruth Dzurec
Minutes: Sammoved to accept the minutes as written and Bryan seconded. Motion passed with five ayes and three abstentions.
President’s Report: There are three candidates for the Stonington Fire Chief position. Offer expected to have the new hire in place by June 1.
We now have a map of all the fire hydrants on Lord’s Point. This will be posted in the Community House and on the website. Thanks to Sam Orr who confirmed 10 LPA fire hydrants.
Clean-Up Day 4/18 was a big success. Thanks to all the volunteers.
The Tree on LPA property was trimmed by local landscaper for a reasonable charge.
As agreed, George Smith has provided a plaque in honor of his father to be placed at Boulder Dock.
Clerk Report: no report
Treasurer Report: Dock loan has been paid off. Initial budget draft has been developed. LPA mill rate can be determined after LPA receives grand list.
Standing Committee Reports
Docks: Langworthy dock being installed. New composite material float (8 x 10) for $4300 to be purchased for west side replacing float that collapsed. Motion to approve use of $500 from Dock Reserve to be moved to Dock budget to pay for float. Motion made by Roseanne and seconded by Paul and passed unanimously.
Roads: Jen advised that sand would be moved on James St (no new sand).
Beaches: A large tarp washed up on Open Way and is somewhat buried in sand. Sam and Steven will remove and take to dump.
Nominating: Jen advised that Eva Lynn who is recovering from a broken wrist will handle nominations.
Recreation: Ruth advised budget will be the same, working on scheduling, aware of insurance requirements for hired instructors etc, discussed ways to handle children for activities. Steven noted he has a contact list for all boat owners on the docks for weather alerts or emergencies. Further discussion needed.
Block Party needs volunteers for committee. DJ is booked for 7/18.
Property: Bob Maurice advised two projects. Fence at playing field needs to be fixed or replaced. Motion was made to allow Bob to spend up to $1000 from the general fund to purchase new fencing. Steven made the motion and Sam seconded with unanimous consent.
Bob replaced 2 rails at the Community House ramp however some planks are of concern. Motion made by Steven to provide up to $500 from the General Maintenance Fund for the purchase of planks to replace ramp planks as needed. Bill seconded the motion with unanimous consent.
Paul Dzurec has volunteered to work with Bob on the property committee.
Community House: Edie noted $2500 budget for supplies and clean-up. LPA uses high school age children to clean after events. Bill noted a 1099 is required if we pay an individual more than $600. Paul advised new quilt made for the Community House – special thanks to seamstress Pat.
Insurance: Budget for 2026 is $27,000
Fire: No report.
Special Committees
Garden Club: Edie advised the Garden Club is asking for an increase to $900 up from $800 due to increases in prices.
Motion to suspend regular order of business made by Paul and seconded by Sam with unanimous consent.
New business: Edie advised of Stonington non-profit, Cycling Without Age. This is an ebike with a carriage (trishaw) and a trained pilot to transport seniors who are not mobile and may be lacking social interactions. We discussed how or whether to include in our summer schedule.
Motion made to return to regular order by Paul and seconded by Steven with unanimous consent.
Website: The meeting with Matt to transfer posting responsibilities has not been scheduled.
Coastal Resilience: No report.
Unfinished business:
James/Oak street wall: Project is moving forward. Designer is preparing detailed drawings based on our last Dempsey survey from 2024. We expect project funds to be discussed at the end of summer at the earliest. We may need a resident as co-applicant as well as support from other property owners.
Legal Update: Roseanne moved to go into executive session at 6:15 pm to discuss the Langworthy case. Paul seconded with unanimous consent. Executive session ended at 6:50pm with a motion by Roseanne and seconded by Paul with unanimous consent.
Sam made a motion and Paul seconded to move forward with requesting Attorney Bleasdale to draft a settlement proposal based on the draft reviewed by the board with the final draft settlement proposal to be reviewed by the board with Attorney Bleasdale. Motion passed with seven in favor and one abstention.
New Business:
Latimer requested a Wiffle Ball game this summer and it was agreed to schedule in August.
Paul advised on internet quotes for the Community House. Roseanne made a motion, seconded by Bryan to authorize Paul to pay up to $50 a month for internet service. Motion passed unanimously.
It was noted that a resident was using weed killer on Lord’s Point property raising the issue of both permission and whether LPA favors organic or no chemicals to preserve our environment.
Bill moved to adjourn, Roseanne seconded. Motion passed unanimously and the meeting adjourned at 7:10 pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Nancy Walker, Vice President