BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Letter from the Chair
During these unprecedented times, the KICA
staff has made every effort to put the health
of our community as our top priority while
maintaining normal island operations. The
Sandcastle closed, beginning in March, to
protect employees and members. KICA staff
maintained all other functions and adapted
to a modified work environment, with some
working remotely and others shifting to manage
new responsibilities. Our gates and pass office
operations never paused, our island landscaping
and maintenance did not suffer, and we even
offered online fitness classes.
Although we anticipate reduced revenue this
year from real estate transaction transfer fees,
gate access fees, activity fees and investment
income, we are still in a strong financial position
and are taking steps to balance our budget.
Expenditures will continue to be closely
monitored throughout this year.
While the COVID-19 virus demands our near
term attention, I do want to address a few
other initiatives that remain important to our
community.
KICA’s emphasis on water management is
not going away. As of publication, the flood
mitigation member vote is in its final days,
and regardless of that outcome, the association
will continue to operate in a leadership role
and partner with other community entities to
address the challenges posed by sea level rise.
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It is my hope that each of you and your families
are well. I’m sure I’m not alone in saying I look
forward to a return to normalcy in the coming
months.
“The association will continue
to operate in a leadership
role and partner with other
community entities to address
the challenges posed by sea
level rise.”
The Nominating Committee was formed in 2013
to identify candidates for service on the KICA
board. Although the Nominating Committee’s
charter (including purpose and process) has been
rewritten several times, community concerns
remain about how the committee operates and
recommends candidates.
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