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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