St. Joseph's Glen POA
P.O. Box 582, Alexander, AR 72002

Meeting Minutes March 17, 2026

Date: March 17, 2026   Category: General

St. Joseph Glenn POA

Meeting Minutes – March 17, 2026

Time: 7:00 PM
Presiding: Tonya Prowse (President)
Also Present: Alex (Vice President), Chris Prowse (Improvement District Commissioner), Homeowners

1. Call to Order

The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by Tonya Prowse.

2. Sewer Litigation Update

  • Litigation lasted approximately 7 years
  • Final settlement established:
    • Subdivision owns sewer infrastructure under its property
    • Utility company owns treatment facilities
  • POA now responsible for sewer infrastructure maintenance
  • Current cost: approximately $97.50/month per household

Next Steps:

  • Engineering report to evaluate connection to Little Rock Wastewater
  • Explore grants and municipal partnerships

3. Improvement District & Tax Increase

  • Tax increase covers legal fees and road repairs
  • Approx. $400/year per homeowner
  • Alternative would have been ~$2,000 one-time assessment

4. Volunteer Request

Additional Improvement District Commissioners and volunteers are needed to assist with ongoing projects and decisions.

5. Financial Report

  • PO Box cost corrected to $156/year
  • Current balance: $19,384
  • Typical annual surplus for roads: ~$4,000

Previous Work:

  • Budgeted: $5,500
  • Actual spent: $2,938

6. Road Repair Discussion

Option 1: Short-Term Repairs

  • Use existing funds (~$11,000)
  • Temporary improvements

Option 2: Full Reconstruction (Preferred Direction)

  • Estimated cost: $200,000 – $500,000
  • City would assume maintenance after completion

Next Step: Obtain quotes and hold follow-up meeting.

7. Sewer System Planning

  • Meeting planned with city officials and engineers
  • Exploring:
    • Municipal connections
    • Grant funding
    • Infrastructure transfer options

8. Road Weight Limit (Approved)

  • Heavy trucks damaging roads
  • Weight limits approved unanimously
  • Signage and enforcement to follow

9. Public Road Access (Approved)

Roads approved for public service use (mail, school buses, emergency services).

10. No Soliciting Sign

  • New sign to be installed at entrance
  • Residents encouraged to post individual signs if desired

11. POA Board Positions Needed

  • Open positions: Treasurer, Secretary, additional board roles
  • If not filled, management company may be required (significant cost impact)

12. Adjournment

The meeting adjourned following open discussion.

Key Takeaways

  • Sewer litigation resolved in favor of subdivision control
  • POA now responsible for infrastructure decisions
  • Focus on long-term solutions for roads and sewer
  • Urgent need for community involvement