Al Poulin called the meeting to order at 8:45 am.

Al Poulin thanked everyone for attending and extended his appreciation to Cathy White for her help as secretary and to Diane Shields for her assistance in collected proceeds for the SLA signs and decals prior to the meeting.

Al requested a moment of silence in memory of Senator William Johnson who passed away. Al offered his condolences to MaryLee Johnson on behalf of the Association. In memory of Senator Johnson, MaryLee has donated a 12ft Star craft Boat to be sold (the boat includes 2 motors, fishing seats, a venture trailer and other items). All proceeds from the boat will be deposited into the Milfoil fund. Al noted that he will accept offers starting at $1,500, if a member would like to purchase it. If it is not sold, the SLA will post it on "Craig’s List".

Cathy White read the SLA minutes from the 6/28/08 annual meeting – the motion was passed to accept the minutes as written.

Cathy White also read the treasurer’s report on behalf of Denise Alexander – Treasurer

Beginning balance was $XXXXXX – expenses $XXXXXX – ending balance $XXXXXX

The sign committee members were recognized and thanked for their hard work. Signs and decals are available to purchase at the table today – many members mentioned last year when the project was voted on that they would purchase one. One member mentioned that the SLA should put a packet of information together including a decal and sign to give to realtors in the area in order for them to make buyers aware of the lake association when they purchase. MaryLee Johnson stated that the realtors should purchase the packets for $XXXXXX and then get reimbursed from the buyer. This will promote the lake association and inform new buyers.

Town reports available on the back table for members to take and said that the tax rate was actually decreased by .01 cent per thousand this year. Page | 2

The Marine patrol is making their presence known on the lake, Al said he saw three different patrols on the lake on Friday – members should be aware and abide by all rules and regulations on the lake – with the State revenue down, they will be sure to be stopping boaters more.

Al noted that many members on the SLA list do not pay their dues each year or donate to fireworks but there are 100’s of boats that go and enjoy them – he encouraged donations so that this event can continue to take place. Cathy noted that there are 200 members currently on the list; she has approximately 73 members on her email list which is helping with the cost of sending out newsletters. As of the meeting this morning, only 71 members had paid their dues this year.

Al gave an update on the Lake Host program, this year the SLA is limited to $1,000 of paid lake host dollars. There are four paid lake hosts and they are paid $10 per hour. All Lake Host paid hours must be matched by volunteer hours. Al volunteers his time and does not get paid for administrative work he counts that toward the volunteer match. John Reilly has donated approximately $XXXXXX towards the hours for volunteer already. If anyone is interested in volunteering their time, please see Al.

One member asked about the reaction from people that launch their boats; Al explained that there have been no complaints and the reaction is for the most part positive. There are a chosen few people that don’t want to be bothered as they just want to get their boat in the water, but the lake host can still visually monitor and get the registration number and record it. It is meant to be a public educational awareness program. Al stated that most of the time is put in on the weekends when there is the most traffic on the lake – he tries to use the program in the most efficient way as possible.

The water testing has been conducted – Al will get the results from Carol Barrett – but does know that our lake does not have any bacterial problems similar to some of the other local lakes as reported. One member stated that the results are posted on the DES website as well.

The Suncook Lake has been stocked with rainbow trout this year which is a testament to the quality of the water body.

The Dam project was discussed. Ed Neister sent a letter to the State to reapply for the permit. The State requested that the SLA spend $XXXXXX for a survey. Ed also stated that he had spoken to a State Representative in person as well. Ed will continue the process as the State owns the land and finds it unacceptable for them to require the SLA to pay for a land survey.

At the SLA meeting last year, the members approved $XXXXXX to acquire a permit; Al asked if that money could still be used, the members approved the money to be expended as it was already approved. Page | 3

Members had a discussion regarding the issues at the dam, which included the slowdown, rocks, buoys and water flow. The rocks that are needed to be removed are impeding the water flow and the other problems at the dam. MaryLee volunteered to get in contact with Kathleen Scambatti and invite her and others to visit to see what the actual issue is – maybe if they see it in person they will understand the problem.

Alan Glassman mentioned that in May there was a public hearing at the Dam bureau regarding the wetlands and stated that he was on a committee working on a hydro electric power project at the Dam. Mr. Glassman agreed to serve as a representative from the SLA and discuss the problems at the Dam in regards to water flow issues caused from the rocks.

Several members mentioned that there have been several break-ins & mailbox vandalism at the lake and wanted members to be aware of the problem. Al Poulin stated that the police had located the people that had done them and there should not be further issues.

Mr. Weston who could not attend the meeting wanted members to remember that they should only use non-phosphorus fertilizer if they fertilize their lawns near the shore line as regular fertilizer washes into the lake and enhances vegetation growth. Ed Neister also noted not to let your grass clippings fall into the lake as they are consistently washing up on his beach and has had to remove them frequently.

Elections for SLA Board Members will be held at the 2010 meeting. Members should begin to think about nominations.

A member asked if the SLA was in charge of the Suncook Lake website – Cathy noted that someone that attended the meeting several years ago started that and would get in touch with them and ask them to update it – another member mentioned that the person does not live on the lake, just has interest in it.

Lakeshore drive road condition was discussed; the road agent has been contacted several times by different members due to the grading and water drainage problem. Al Poulin stated that he would contact the road agent again.

Al encouraged members to attend a selectman’s meeting which is held each Tuesday night to bring up issues they would like addressed by the town. Page | 4

Members continued the discussion on the lower lake ramp issue and decided that the ramp at the Dam would be the less expensive option for the State and should be pursued – which could be combined with the rock removal project. Ed Neister will continue his quest with the State on the Dam project and Alan Glassman will represent the SLA at the Dam Bureau to inform them of the continued problems.

Al thanked members for attending and the meeting adjourned at 9:55 am.

Ed Neister gave a very informative update regarding the milfoil issue.