SEMINOLE LAKES TENNIS & PICLEBALL CLUB

TUESDAY, MARCH 10, 2026

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

MINUTES OF MEETING

 

PRESENT:  President Linda Bauman, Secretary Sandy Remillard, John Sileno, Larry Durey, Chris Nelson, Joyce Kraut, Kathy Masnyk, Sandra Linek, Martha Scribner, Sharon McQueen, Harriette DiStefano  Absent:  Cheryl Domingo

 

Welcome:  Linda called the meeting to order at 3:05 pm and established a quorum.  She thanked all the members who participated in our annual clean up day and helped throughout the year.  She then introduced the current 2025-2026 board members. Additional thanks to Larry Durey for setting up the AED/CPR demonstration to take place at the clay courts on March 12 at 11:00 am. 

 

Introduction of Chris Nelson as the new POA President and also pickleball representative who will give an update on the purchase of the Seminole Lakes amenities at the conclusion of this meeting.

 

Annual Treasurer’s Report:  The existing checking account has been closed and we will move forward with a cash box.  Martha Scribner reported that there was $423.13 in the account when it was closed (minus 2 cents by Steve Higgins).

 

Meeting Minutes Approval: Motion was made by Kathy Masnyk and seconded by Harriette to approve the minutes of the AGM meeting from March 18, 2025.  Motion passed.

 

Membership:  Sharon reported that tennis membership is the same as last year with 13 year round memberships vs 30 last year.  There are currently 13 residents that are members and 43 non-residents.

 

Maintenance:    John reported that after all the rain we had recently, there was an issue with some of the service lines being raised and we had some clay erosion.  He fixed it temporarily.  The courts will be closed from April 1st through April 3rd so fences can be repaired.  The question of purchasing of supplies for the courts with the pending sale was brought up.  This will remain as is until actual purchase takes place.  John also thanked everyone who helped clean up and maintain the courts.

 

Website:  Sandra reported that there is now a webpage where all events will be listed and that we now have the option to RSVP from this webpage.  Click “Tennis Events” then “Social Events” and all events will appear.  When RSVPing you must click it twice then scroll down and add your name and email address and that you will attend and you will receive a confirmation email.

 

Social:  Welcome back social had a small turnout, but we make some money on the raffles.  Monthly dinners have had a low turnout with only 6-8 people attending.  Joyce also asked if we wanted to hold another Social Event the first week in April.  Comments from audience pointed out that people will be leaving that week because of Easter.

 

Growing Our Membership:  Membership has stayed the same, but non-resident USTA members has declined by ~20% since last year.  Larry reported on how we have gone out locally to 5 developments in the area and put up postings about our club, reaching about 1750 people and only 1 person responded.  He also reached out to a marketing firm for advice regarding an email list but that would cost $1,500.  There is outside interest in joining pickleball however they would need to pay the full tennis membership.

 

Frank Linek commented from the audience that if the POA does take over the courts, membership may increase because residents will not have to pay the membership fee.  Not certain if POA will allow outside residents to join.

 

Alex Degurian noted that the new developments being built in the area are only offering pickleball.  The apartment complex may be another option as that would be a younger group of people.  Larry stated that he tried to go there several times but its gated and he couldn’t get access. 

 

Other ideas were putting up a posting in Publix, Wrigley Tennis or newspaper ads.

 

Rules:  Kathy reported that in February, 2025, Larry, Chris, Linda, Kathy and Roger Chauvin met to review/update the rules of the club and reiterated that non-members cannot play on Seminole Lakes courts even if they are part of a league team.  Recently Wayne Garber had requested this again and the request was again turned down as it violates the rules and also Jack’s decision.  Wayne had asked why they couldn’t pay the same fees as USTA players do.  Sharon stated that USTA only plays for 6 weeks.  Others commented that if we made that allowance for league team, why would other league teams not want the same option instead of paying the 6 month membership fee.

 

Linda also commented that every question/comment is taken seriously and investigated thoroughly.

 

SLIC:  Sandy reported that attendance for Wednesday SLIC has also reduced.  Where we used to have 6 courts of players (3 at 9:00 and 3 at 11:00) sometimes we are barely able to get 2 courts at 9:00 am and its always the same people.

 

Jerry Fisher Drop In:  This is a social mixed doubles event on Saturday mornings.  Attendance ranges between 4 – 13 people which is less than last year.  They are currently planning a event with “wooden rackets” in 2 weeks.  Wooden rackets are being supplied by Wayne Garber.

 

Question was asked about lights on the courts for night tennis.  Answer is yes.  We used to have social events at night, might be a good idea for a future event.  It may bring in younger people who work during the day.

 

Someone from the audience said that Romy Domingo told them that USTA will not be playing at Seminole Lakes anymore.  They are going to Heritage Landing as they have opened up 30 outside memberships.

 

Pickleball:  Chris reported that there are currently 32 active members and they play every Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings at 9:00 am.  There is also a women’s group that plays on Tuesdays.  Again fewer than last year.

 

League Reports

 

CCWT:  They are the top team in the top division and based on the current schedule they will win their division.  They have lost 4 players this year, 2 from Maple Leaf who will be going to Englewood.  They are trying to keep their team together to play at Seminole but it is challenging as the current 4.0 team is going to Heritage Landing the players that belong to both teams are not going to pay the 2 membership fees.  The cost for a 6 month membership at Heritage is $250 and $400 for a full year.  Currently there are 9 players who have committed to playing next season.

 

A73:  There are currently 14 members on the A73 team with basically 2 teams one for home games and one for away games.  Because there are not enough residents on the team, they have had to forfeit several games because they didn’t have enough players allowed to play here.  They are currently in First Place only because of the away team.  Team pictures will take place on 3/16 for A73 and B3 followed by a social with wives at the tennis courts.

 

B3:  The B3 team moved up from B4 where we were champions.  Currently in First Place by 5 points with only 3 matches left.  They should win the division.

 

70+:  This was the first year for this league, however it only had one level of play.  Because of injuries, illnesses etc. we now only have 5 active players.  Additionally, 2 other teams completely withdrew from the league.  We will probably only play social tennis next season.

 

50+ 2.5:  The 2.5 team had 2 new players this season, Linda Degurian and Natasha Johns.  In addition, another team (Holiday Park) was added to our division bring the total teams to 6.  We are currently in Third Place with 4 matches to go.

 

            50+ 4.0:  No report as no one was in attendance.

 

Q&A:  POA purchasing the amenities has been approved with the closing currently scheduled to June 1st.  Tennis board should remain the same and would liaison with the POA board once purchase is completed.  Tennis website and court reservations will remain the same. 

 

Nominations from Floor:  None

 

Vote Cast:  Existing board members and the addition of Sandra Linek and Marth Scribner approved for next year.

 

Meeting adjourned at 4:15 pm.

Next meeting Wednesday April 8, 2026 at 3:00 pm

 

Respectfully submitted March 11, 2026                                                   Sandy Remillard, Secretary

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FEBRUARY 3, 2026 – MINUTES – 3 PM – SLCC

Present: Pres Linda Baumann, Acting Treasurer Sharon McQueen, Vice-Pres Joyce Kraut, Kathy Masnyk, Treasurer Martha Scribner, John Sileno, Cheryl Domingo, Chris Nelson, and Sandra Linek. Absent with regrets: Sandy Remillard, Harriette DiStefano, and Larry Durey.

1.Welcome – Linda welcomed all and brought the meeting to order at 3:10 pm.

2. Additions to Agenda - A. Archway Presentation – Gail Garber and Jan Stuckey presented their request. Board in agreement to put the “donation box” (for new underwear) in the restroom at the Clay Courts. It was recommended that they ask Jack if they can put a box in the Country Club for better visibility. A flyer for their March 20th Tennis Tournament (round robin) be posted on the bulletin Board. Motion by Sharon McQueen, seconded by Joyce Kraut. All in favor. B. Team Signs Reminder – A Policy reminder will be sent out to the team captains regarding the “team signs” that are mounted to the fence at the clay courts.

3. Meeting Minutes Approval – Motion by Joyce Kraut and seconded by Kathy Masnyk to approve the January 6, 2026, Minutes as distributed and posted to the website. All in favor.

4.Treasurer's Report – AED Funds are at $1180. 8 members remain unpaid. The “go-ahead” to order the AED was given Member Barbara Walsh to proceed as she felt the club could get a nice discount through her grandson for a better piece of equipment through a medical equipment company. Acting Treasurer Sharon to turn over the “books” to Martha Scribner (current Treasurer as per Motion) at the end of the week, is now reconciling bank balance.

5. Membership – Tennis – No Report

6. Membership – Pickleball - 32 current members.

7.AGM Meeting & Nominating Committee – Joyce emailed a letter asking for board volunteers for this next AGM meeting (March 10), no responses to date. Martha stated she would run, and Sandra wouldn’t mind being our website “go-to person” but is ambivalent about being on the board. Sandra will think about it. Kathy has stated that she would like to be included more in the decision process of the Nominating Committee. AGM proposed agenda was distributed. Again, pizza and cookies to be provided to attendees, a raffle was also discussed.

8.Maintenance Report – Court Repair Bids – John met with a representative from ‘Ritzman Courts All Court Specialists’ on the fencing. Subsequently we received bids on the Har-Tru Resurfacing ($13,500) using 12 tons of new surfacing and bringing the courts to a truer plane, Line Tape removal and replacement ($4,800), replacing 23 damaged fence posts ($8,000), replacing the 2500’ of 6-gauge bottom wire (additional $2,500 plus replacing rusted out fittings at $2,900). There was no timeline noted in the bids. The board determined that a copy of the bids should go to Jack and a copy given to Chris Nelson as liaison between the tennis club and the SL POA as potential buyers of the amenities not to include the golf course itself.

9.Website – Joyce to work with Sandra to elicit responses through the website which would make it more secure than going through the more public Punchbowl App.  Joyce will also coordinate with Cheryl on putting the social events on the Calendar.

10.Social Report – Events Calendar – Items to be posted to the Calendar to get as much coverage out there to the members. Seems the same 8 to 10 people attend the Wednesday dinners, we will continue them through this season and re-visit for next season as to whether they will continue. Joyce would also like any input from the members as to where they would like to hold the dinners. Due to Valentine’s Day next week, there will be no dinner event.   

11.Golf Course Update – By February 19th, dual formal offers will be given over to Jack Stevenson as Owner of the SL golf course, one for the purchase of the golf course itself by an outside investor, and one by the Seminole Lakes Homeowner’s Association for the amenities to include the tennis courts. Should Jack accept the bids for the sale of both parts, a committee would be set up to determine how the courts will be managed by the tennis club’s Board.

12.Next Meeting 3/3? – No decision made. 

13. ADJOURN – Motion to adjourn at 4:55 pm.

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MINUTES - Tuesday - JANUARY 6, 2026 - 3:00 P.M. AT SLCC

Present: Pres Linda Baumann, V-Pres Joyce Kraut, Interim Treasurer/Membership Chair Sharon McQueen, Maintenance – John Sileno, Harriette DiStefano, Rules – Kathy Masnyk, Scheduler Larry Durey, and Pickleball Rep Chris Nelson. Absent with regrets: Secr Sandy Remillard, Web-Sandra Linek, Calendar Coordinator Cheryl Domingo, and Treasurer Martha Scribner.

1.Welcome and Additions to Agenda - Linda Baumann – Meeting called to order at 3:15 and thanked the available and non-sick board members for attending.

2.Meeting Minutes Approval - Dec 9, 2025 – Linda – Motion by Joyce Kraut to accept the December 9, 2025, Board Minutes as distributed. Supported by Harriette DiStefano. All present in favor.

3.Treasurer's Report/AED - Sharon McQueen – Beginning balance of $433.32. Income of $165 from November 14th Welcome Back/Recruitment Party and $955 (deposited) AED money plus $150 turned in at the meeting for a total of $1100 towards the AED purchase. It was noted that several donated more than the amount requested per person. Total balance $1553.32. Additionally, $75 check written to Larry Durey for the purchase of signs reminding members to close and latch the access/egress gates at the clay courts. Sharon also feels that we should stay with our current banking system as we would have to file tax returns and feels the filing process to be too complicated for the small balance we average.

AED – Barbara Walsh’s grandson who currently works in supplying medical equipment to hospitals/medical clinics has graciously agreed to work with us. Barbara will be part of the AED Committee. Recommendation is to have it encased and under the eave of the pro-hut building for easier access. We thank them for the additional dollars as this would allow us to purchase a housing unit to mount the AED. Also, there are at least 12 that have not yet paid the requested fee of $25. It was suggested that we ask Peter Scribner and Wayne Wahl to assist due to their medical background. Several members indicated that they would not contribute towards the device.

4.Membership - Tennis - Sharon McQueen – No new memberships to date. One returning member will be submitting his dues on Wednesday. (Linda has since received it along with the application and AED money.)

5.Membership - Pickleball - Chris Nelson – Renewal of memberships is being compiled as members are returning. There will be a couple of new applicants also.

6. AGM - Nominating Committee - Joyce Kraut – Has indicated that she will be contacting the various team Captains to be part of this Committee. Joyce and Kathy will co-chair. Joyce was given a list of those members that had volunteered for various club activities (from the application interest list).

7. Maintenance Report - John Sileno – Bid has not yet come back on re-doing the Clay courts, could be as much as $20,000. Courts have not been done since 2005. Irrigation timer has been changed due to court 1 being overly watered by 2 minutes. John and Larry will work on where to hang the gate signs.

8.Website – Cheryl Domingo indicated that the USTA will be using our courts January through March on Wednesday evenings (6:30 pm) and coordinate with the Jerry Fisher Drop-In on Saturdays’ (9 or at 11 am).

9. Social Report – Upcoming Events - Joyce Kraut – She is in the process of putting together an email for the Saturday, January 17th Potluck Event at the Clay Courts. February 14, Valentine’s Day – in the process of reserving space at the Deep Creek Elks to include dinner and dancing. Approximately $45 per person. Dinners – currently working on starting them back up by the end of January.

10.Growing Our Membership - Larry Durey – he has spoken with POA/HO Associations of various housing developments in the area along with visiting the new developments. Larry has looked at “player” websites, but the cost is more than we normally have in our treasury.

11.Golf Course Sale Update - Chris Nelson – information to date has determined there is a serious buyer for the golf course including the club house. The Seminole Lakes POA is putting together an offer for the amenities as the buyer is not interested in the pool, tiki hut, fitness, or tennis/pickleball courts.

12. Adjourn – Motion to adjourn at 4:20​​​

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MINUTES - TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2025

 

PRESENT:  President Linda Bauman, Secretary Sandy Remillard, John Sileno, Larry Durey (via phone), Chris Nelson, Joyce Kraut, Kathy Masnyk, Sandra Linek, Martha Scribner.  Absent:  Sharon McQueen, Cheryl Dimengo, Harriette DiStefano

 

Welcome:  Linda called the meeting to order at 3:05 pm at Seminole Lakes Country Club. 

 

Cheryl Dimengo sent Linda a text message on 12/9 to advise the condition of the restroom  at the court being a mess.  John said it was clean on Monday afternoon so it had to have happened either Monday night or early Tuesday morning.  Linda advised that any issues with the condition of the tennis building should be addressed with the Pro Shop so they can have maintenance personnel resolve it.  Sandy to create a posting to put up on the bulletin board with the phone number of the Pro Shop.

 

Meeting Minutes Approval: Motion was made by Sandy Remillard and seconded by Joyce Kraut to approve the minutes of the meeting from November 11, 2025.  Motion passed.

 

Treasurer’s Report:  As Sharon could not attend the meeting she emailed over her report and Martha added to it.  Beginning balance was $533.32 and 1 check written for “Members Only” signs in the amount of $100 was issued as approved at last month’s meeting.   A motion was made by John and seconded by Joyce to approve additional signs for the courts to remind players to close the gates when leaving the courts.  An amount not to exceed $100 was passed.  Larry to get signs made and installed on the inside of each gate.

 

AED Update:  Sharon has only received 2 checks of $25 each for the purchase of a new AED for the tennis courts.  Martha has received an additional $175.  We have a long way to go to reach our goal.  Sharon suggested we send out another notification to all members.  Captains should also remind their team members.  In addition to the money for the AED, $165  as collected at the Social Event held in November.

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Tennis:  Martha to get completed applications from Sharon and give to Board so they can be entered into the database. 

 

Pickelball:  No update on number of players as yet.  Denise Macissac has sent an email to the Board asking if they can use the court that is not playable for Cornhole.  Jack said no to this request.  The POA sent out a notification that Cornhole is being played at the pool, but courts are only to be used by “paid” pickleball/tennis members.  Chris reported that there were signs on both nets stating “courts closed for maintenance”.  He is assuming that this may be for liability for Seminole Lake insurance issues, however all weeds have been cleaned up and it appears the southeast corner of the court has been rolled and is no longer raised.  Cracks still need repairing and it was noted that the repairs should not be too big of a deal if we have the right materials if we can get permission from Jack to repair them ourselves.  Chris is preparing a plan of action.  Two new nets were purchased for this year at the cost of $60 each, however this was paid for by the pickleball players themselves.  New windscreens were also put up on the courts.

 

Maintenance:  There is one line sweeper still missing.  Kathy had put one near the tennis building but John has already repaired and returned that one.  John still has not received the quotation for repairing/replacing the lines on the clay courts. 

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Social:  Welcome back social had a small turnout, however the raffles were successful.  Over all $165 was raised.  Tennis dinners will resume sometime in January due to the holidays.  On Saturday, January 17th there will be a party at the courts right after the JF Drop In.  This will be a pot luck event with a 50/50 raffle.  In addition, Joyce has reserved tables at Deep Creek Elks for their Valentine’s Day dinner/dance.  More info to follow for this event.

 

Dinner invitations are still coming to some members from an outside source.  If email invitation does not come from Seminole Lakes or Joyce Kraut, members should not open the email.  Joyce will look into possibly using another app for the invitations.

 

Website:  Sandra, as new chair of the website committee, has archived all the “old” meeting minutes.  Sandra will move each previous month’s meeting minutes into the archive location once the new month’s minutes have been uploaded.  The credit card used for the annual payment of the website has been changed to Seminole Lakes and will be paid annually going forward.  Sandra will also be helping Joyce in keeping the Event Page current.

 

Membership:  Larry has contacted local communities (River haven, Gulf View, Eagle Point, Burnt Store, Alligator Park, etc.) and all were very receptive to posting our membership drive posting.  We did get one potential member from River Haven who came to the JF Drop In.  Also going to look into Jones Loop and Taylor Road new developments as well as the development off of Tuckers Grade.  There is also a website called “Play Your Court” that we should look into to see if we can add our information.

 

New Business:  Joyce brought up an issue with parking at the clay courts recently.  The Women’s 70+ team had a match as well as the Women’s 4.0 team.  When the 70+ team showed up there were no available parking spaces and there were also cars parked along the road.  Captains should inform the visiting teams to carpool as much as possible since parking is limited.

 

Next Meeting to be scheduled for January 6, 2025.

 

Meeting adjourned at 4:20 pm.

 

Respectfully submitted December 12, 2025                                                         Sandy Remillard, Secretary

 

 

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