Board Meeting ~ January 28, 2016

Board Members Present:

Vice President Chris Wasson            Sharon Carr

Secretary Diane Jones                      Gordon Moore

Treasurer John Porter                       Suzie Combs

Board Member arrived 30 minutes late:  Jim Ott

Board Members absent:

President Larry Hibbs

John Coleman

No current General Manager

Meeting began promptly at 7:pm with the approval of the Board minutes for the months of September, October & November.  The Board did not meet (except for Executive Session) in December.  All Board minutes approved unanimously.

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Agenda & Town Meeting – September 17, 2015

Board members present:

President Larry Hibbs                       Suzie Combs

Vice President Chris Wasson           Sharon Carr

Secretary Diane Jones                     John Coleman

Gordon Moore                                  Jim Ott

Board member absent:

Treasurer John Porter

Monday, Sept. 14^th, James Turner resigned his position as Diamondhead’s general manager.  His stated reason for this resignation: ‘…tired of verbal abuse on social media and personal verbal assaults.’  A Search has begun for a new GM.

     *List of General managers since 2010:
Todd Beltz 2009-10/10
Eric Markle Oct. 2010 --> June-2011,
Todd Beltz 6-2011- resigned 9/11
Sara Dawson -appointed GM 9/11 - resigned 8-15-12,

2012 president, Suzie Combs, acted as general manager.

Buddy Hudson- 10/22/12 - 'severed ties' 8-30-13
James Turner - Jan. 2014 - resigned 9-14-15.
_____________________TOTAL= 7 general managers in the last 6 years.

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GM Buddy Hudson ~ "Severed ... ties"

After careful consideration over the last few weeks, the Diamondhead Board and G.M. Buddy Hudson have severed their ties.  Mr. Hudson made many valuable changes and we respect his services to the community.  We wish him prosperity in his personal endeavors.

 

Suzzi Combs

President, DPOA

General Manager Buddy Hudson ~ Arrested

DPOA General Manager Buddy Hudson has been arrested for Assault-2nd Degree.
Arraignment date: Tuesday, August 6, 2013 - 9:am
Hot Springs District Court ~ Garland County Court House.
*Verified with the Garland County Sheriff

DRC - Town Meeting of July 18, 2013

President Suzzi Combs / DRC's version of July 18th Town Meeting.

Negligent Retention of an Employee ~ by Lance LaFevers

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GM Buddy Hudson: "I'll tear their ass up..."

Special Town Meeting ~ 7-18-13

Board Members Present:

President Suzzi Combs          John Porter

Secretary Faye Taylor            Joe Claflin

Treasurer Tom Moore            Diane Jones

Board Members Absent:

Vice President Rick Noffsinger

Jack Watson

General Manager Buddy Hudson

President Suzzi Combs brought the meeting to order by thanking the many individuals for attending, noting that some may not be property owners.  "Only Diamondhead property owners may speak during this meeting."  The room was full and over flowing into the hallway.

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Last Night's Town Meeting by Candidate for the Board, Jerry McAnear Sr.

After last evening’s Town meeting, I have determined the following:

1. If you don’t have anything to say in support of the board and /or the GM, or if you want the truth, you won’t get permission to speak.
2. This is the most important à After witnessing the physical confrontation by the GM, I have determined we certainly have the potential for another “Officer Fred” episode.  The only difference is type of lethal weapon used. This is of grave concern to me as my family was singled out for attack by the GM at last night’s Town meeting. 
       I do not fear for my safety but this person has a history of assaulting those less     capable of defending themselves.  Case in point à the pursuit of two women, one terminally ill.  The DPOA President issued an apology for this action during the June 27^th Board Meeting.   GM Buddy Hudson was not required to apologize for his action.  It appears this is his method of operation, attacking those less capable of defending themselves.
3. I am sure even board supporters will agree, we have a major problem in Diamondhead.

J.L. McAnear, SR

Special Town Meeting Synopsis ~ by Kerry Bratton

I attended the town meeting tonight, my first in 18 years of living here. Now I know why I have avoided any contact or communication with that stuff!

There were lots of great, encouraging comments by folks who took the mic and shared their thoughts. Many of those people said it was also their first meeting to attend. Now the word "negativity" was used oh, around 10,000 times during the meeting so I will keep that going for a minute and tell you what I (remember, a first timer at a meeting) got from this event.

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Special Town meeting ~ 7-18-13

GM COMMITS ASSUALT AND BATTERY

 

The town meeting becomes assault and battery!  My husband Joe Gage, a 64 year old man,  (a dues paying resident,) wanted a chance to speak.  The GM immediately moved across the room to him to take the microphone away  and not only threatened but actually made contact using both of his hands on his chest and on the  "pacemaker" of my husband. So after three heart surgeries, eight stints, a pacemaker, and a heart attack we actually have a 7th degree black belt making contact on this property owner??

 

 This Hero to our Board, Wallace Andrew Hudson advertises he is a 7th degree black belt! I would say this is assault with a deadly weapon, Buddy!  Thank you for all of the video's that were taken last night. His doctor's appointment is at 10:30 am this morning requiring a pacemaker check.

 

Thank you to the DH Board for conducting a meeting that you ALLOWED an employee to accost a resident and then several more residents verbally.   

You set this meeting up for that sole purpose, then you defend the GM (all you want) but DH did not learn from the Emsinger/Chambliss case, no that idiot Emsinger was protected/defended by the board and will most likely cost us $3 million dollars plus!!! So you protect your wonderful employee/GM!!

 

By the way those police officers work for the residents of DH, it is our dues that pay their wages and are not intended to be personal body guards to the GM & board. Per my attorney he stated this is private property and a private community and the police have no right interfering unless the law was broken. Buddy Hudson broke the law last night and it is  my husband that was ASSUALTED by OUR GM .  It was our  police that physically drug my husband  OUT of the room by force.  The residents should take note that police protection in DH is costing over $150,000 per year but it is evident from last night it is not for us.

Buddy made it very clear last night, and I quote, "HE CAME TO THE MEETING READY TO WHOOP ASS" its on tape.

 

YES Buddy you stepped over the line last night!

 

 

 

 

Mary L Gage

AR LIC# 338204

2667 Pine Bluff St. ***** Note New Address

Malvern, AR 72104

Office 501-337-9888

Fax: 501-332-5862

Message from the General Manager

Diamondhead

5/19/13

Operation Secure Diamondhead is in full swing as all residents in our community come together for a common cause; Securing our community! 

Although there are many differences of opinions of how this should be done, one thing is for sure; when it comes to getting things done, we can make it happen.

Special thanks to everyone who attended the town meeting last Thursday night.   You’re voices were heard and opinions were appreciated.  There were lots of good ideas shared and even healthy debates on several issues. 

Each one of our department managers brought valuable information from  their departments and shared their accomplishments and challenges that has been in the works since last town meeting.

As I mentioned in the meeting, this is somewhat of a painful process when it comes to increasing dues in particular areas in order to move our community forward  and maintain the wonderful amenities that we’ve all come to enjoy in Diamondhead. 

Special thanks to our board of directors and numerous committee members that donate their time, knowledge and energy to make Diamondhead a better place to live.

As General Manager,  I appreciate your willingness to follow my lead as we continue to work together for a common cause to better our community.

Best Regards,

Buddy Hudson

Update from GM Buddy Hudson

I have been corrected!  There are still homes that have not, yet, been connected to electricity.  I still see tree trimming trucks and service trucks on our roads.  I pray it will all be completed soon!  Thanks Gina.
Diane

Hi Diane,

Things are moving along pretty well, now. in getting everyone in the community's electricity back on. The 19th hole is up and running; Food and a Warm place for friends and neighbors.  However, it will take a few days to get things back to 100 %.   The New Year's Eve party will be a GO as planned.   I will be visiting with Eddy on the clean up project, and time frame involved.   I will also be getting with Bob Jones of the road committee as to the road damages from the Ice.   I'm so proud of our community and how so many people came together to help out.

In the upcoming days we'll be putting more information out for such things as where our residents can take their tree limbs, etc. to burn.  As well as, the progress in getting things back to normal.

Buddy

Alert from GM Buddy Hudson

ALERT ---- Diamondhead residents:  Please be aware that the holiday season sometimes brings out the worst in people.  Our community has been hit 3 times in the last 3 to 4 days with break-ins and theft.   Our wonderful community is not immune to theft of property, home break-ins, mail theft or even personal assaults.   All has happened in our community recently.   Please remember to lock your homes when your are away.   Remember to lock your automobiles, lock up your storage sheds where you store valuable tools, golf carts and four wheelers.   Items like this have been taken from homes in our community within the past few days.   Please don't have the attitude that it only happens to someone else.  It's happening to your neighbors, it can happen to you.  Our Police Chief is on high alert with his department and working hard to combat these problems.  However, he can't do it alone.  Don't allow your home and your family to be a target.   Lock your doors when you leave.  Lock your doors when you're home during the day.   One of our recent break-ins happened during mid day. There are many ways to avoid becoming a victim of assault.   Learn how to protect your home and your family.

I will be offering a free community self defense seminar in the near future.   This seminar will focus on how to avoid becoming a victim of assault, how to make your home, automobile and family a more difficult target.   Be Aware, Be Safe !!!

Buddy Hudson, GM

General Mananger ~ Buddy Hudson

Buddy “hit the ground running” on Monday, October 22^nd.

Buddy met with every department supervisor, and will continue to have weekly meeting / lunches with all department heads.  Each department will produce their monthly reports that will explain where they are according their budget.  Right now they do not know what their budgets are.  These reports will be presented to the Board at the Board meetings.

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Board meeting statement

Directly after the opening prayer, President Massey made the following statement:

"I'm sure many people are concerned about the incident that occurred last week.  I'm going to make a statement relative to that.  As president of this association I have the authority to do what I did through our by-laws.  Eric Markle was terminated as Diamanodhead general manager for multiple reasons, no one thing.  In order to avoid possible law suits that could be filed by him, if the reasons were made public, I have been advised by our attorney, Jonathon Jones, to keep the reasons confidential.  The file for Mr. Markle is sealed."

No other comments were made during the Board meeting.  No vote was taken to 'ratify' the action of the Board President.   According to the By-Laws:

Article V, Section 4

Article VI, Section 2

The Board meeting lasted a total of 19 minutes.  In President Massey's closing remarks, it was stated that Todd Belz will act as general manager until the new board decides to keep Todd as GM or replace him with someone of their choosing.  Click on "Read More" for the entire Board Meeting.

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Sunday's Meet the New General Manager

 New General Manager, Eric Markle, shaking hands with a big smile on his face! 

Debbie Clements prepared a wonderful wine and cheese gathering for all of Diamondhead to meet the new GM.  Teresa Cummings & Ray Massey assisted in set-up.  Thank you, it was warm and inviting to all of us!

Eric has been working long days and nights at full speed !  He is starting with the 19th Hole by preparing a chicken dinner that met rave reviews.

Eric's mother and step father live in Hot Springs Village and are very proud of both their sons.  His mother and brother took the opportunity to visit the "large beautiful restaurant" in Peurto Rico.... and surprised Eric for his 40th birthday in South Carolina.  Anita said, "Put him to work!  He can do it !"


Eric's mother and step-father
Anita and Chock Howell - picture taken during the Meet & Greet Social at the Country Club Sunday evening, 10-10-10

GM Eric Markle - Interview by local resident, Jeff Smith

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General Manager update

The GM Search Committee narrowed the candidates down to 3.  One has been eliminated without interview, and the two remaining have been interviewed.  Board member, Doc Norwood, explained that both candidates are "very well qualified for the job".  One has been tentatively selected to receive an offer from the Board.
10-2-10  We have a new General Manager !  His name is Eric Markle.  He is playing golf today --- I plan to be there to take pictures and obtain more information.  Stay tuned !

Eric has already started working !  He is in the Club House organizing the golfers as they line up for their Bar-B-Que lunch.  Eric was the manager of an Out Back Steak House in Puerto Rico for 5 years.  We are excited to have him here, now.  Official start date is Monday, October 4th.

GM Search Update 8-23-10

Update on GM Search Committee:
The Committee will be narrowing down the search from (50?) applicants.  The Finance Committee will be consulted regarding appropriate salary.   If the salary meets the persons they want to interview,  recomendations will be made to the Board.
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A search committee has been formed to interview applicants for a new Diamondhead general manager.  The committee members are:  Frank Pohlkamp, Tom Wright, Jim Hannon, Joe Pelt, and Karen White.  Adds have been place in the Sentinel Record and Demorcat Gazette requesting applicants to send their resume to the DPOA office.  These adds will come out in this weekend and next weekend's papers.

Board Meeting - 7-22-10

Board Meeting began at 7pm with President Massey asking for a moment of silent reflection.
The Board approved the June 24, 2010 minutes.

Tresurer's Report - Terry Shipp read his Financial Highlights, which will be posted separately from the notes.
Some of his comments:

• 28 lots have been turned back to the POA. 5 of these lots are common property lots that are used by the community. 23 lots are turned over to Diamondhead Reality at $300.00 each.

• Golf Membership stands at 86. Terry Shipp; “I think the lesson we can learn here and try to overcome is … the more we raise the price the less revenues we have.

Treasurer’s Report was approved as read.

New Business

• The lease is up for 6 golf carts. Todd Belz made a request to purchase these carts at $1,500.00 each, for a total of $9,000.00. This motion was made by Tom Lockette and seconded by Tom Wright. Passed unanimously.
• Someone in our community, who wishes to remain anonymous, has graciously provided artwork to display in our Country Club. A motion was made and seconded to accept this gift. Motion passed unanimously.
• Frank Pohlkamp explained that the Board has their first home foreclosure. “This may be the first of many, so, we better learn how to deal with this kind of thing.”

President Massey asked the members of the community to stay while the Board took a few minutes to adjourn to Executive Session.

Board Meeting re-convened. President Massey read the following letter:

Dear Mr. Massey,

Please accept this letter as my resignation as General Manager of the Diamondhead Property Owners Association. It has been a genuine pleasure working for Diamondhead Board of Directors during these past three years.

If I may be of any assistance in the training of my replacement, please know that I will gladly make myself available to this effort.

Thank you again for allowing me to serve as Diamondhead POA General Manager.

                                                                                      Sincerely,

                                                                                      Todd Belz

 

President Massey: "It is with regret that I accept this resignation. Do I have a motion to adjourn the meeting?" Motion made and seconded.