Last night the monthly meeting of the Goose Pond Colony (GPC) Board of Directors meeting was held as an information session. No votes were taken, I was informed by Mr. Olyniece, Vice Chairman, that the next business meeting will be, Tuesday, January 22, 2008.
There were 51 persons in attendance last night. The only issue was Campground Rules. It was stated that this session was to solicit ideas and opinions from community citizens and campers concerning the policies and rules of the Camp Ground. Goose Pond Colony has been lacking in comprehensive Rules and Policies. The current Board is working toward formulating and initiating policies and procedures for GPC.
The main issue of the Campground policy discussions were length of stay. All in attendance suggested that there be space set aside for long term campers as well as short term. Many suggested that current long term campers be "grandfathered" into any policy.
There is a total of 117 lots of which 22 are waterfront lots. Currently 12 waterfront lots are open. Within the Campground 8 lots have sewage connections. There are plans to expand sewage connections in the campground. There is a total of 36 vacant lots. Mr. Olyniece mentioned that there is a "Master Plan" being developed for the GPC complex which includes future development.
It was stated that the Campground Policy would be finalized for a vote at the February meeting. Long term campers provide considerable revenue for GPC. A lakeside lot goes for about $400 per month. Over a year period the 10 lots that are rented for the long term brings in approximately $40,000.
This can be a win win situation for everyone concerned. The solution should be obvious, allow long term campers to stay. If they are going to stay long term then they must be required to obtain a PreFab Home License sticker from the County Department of Revenue at the Jackson County Courthouse. The Board should consider allowing long term camper stays as this provides year round revenue. A percentage of the camp spots could be set aside for long term camping. The current fill of lots would be the ideal way to determine long term and short term campground availability.