The Geyser is on the Street!

Racing to beat the turkey to your doorstep, the latest edition of The Geyser was delivered to residents today (November 21). A few of our migratory neighbors and select others will receive theirs via the U.S. Postal Service.

A few highlights from The Geyser:

We're delighted to announce the addition of Paul Dingeman (owner of #208) to the YPA Board of Directors. You may remember that Paul was the good neighbor who repaired and refinished all of our benches last summer. You'll see his handiwork in the "Photo Gallery" included under Topics of Interest in the column to the right. Thanks for your willingness to serve, Paul!

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As announced in a previous posting, Lorraine Collins (#310) also stepped forward last month to fill a vacancy. As you might suspect, there's not much pay.......well, okay....there's NO pay.....but the work is important, and Lorraine and Paul will be performing a valuable service for their friends and neighbors. Additionally, Lorraine has been tapped to serve as Vice President, while V-P Larry Miller takes over chores as Secretary.

Included in the printed Geyser is a summary update on insurance issues that was prepared in an effort to help better inform residents regarding current insurance coverage and to share Board views regarding possible changes in insurance. We've also developed a comprehensive spreadsheet that reflects projected coverage and premiums for 2008. You'll note that while total coverage of insured property in YPA goes up more than 8%, total premium costs are down more than 10%. The spreadsheet may be accessed by clicking on "Insurance" in the Topics of Interest.

There's also an updated Financial Report, and it appears we're still solvent. Thanks to Treasurer Justin Nauta for preparing this report.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Nautas Recognized by BHSU Today

Christina and Justin Nauta have been highlighted in the weekly BHSU TODAY student newspaper published at Black Hills State University. The article and a photograph of Christina were included in the October 19, 2007 edition.

The Nautas were recognized for the many things they’ve done for BHSU, including -- among other things -- sponsorship of tailgate parties for a wide range of school activities. Members of the Green and Gold Club, the Nautas also extend discounts to BHSU students who use their BHSU “Buzz Card."

Of course, we’ve know for some time about the generosity of the Nautas (YPA residents at #301). They’ve donated ice cream to our annual picnic, and Justin has stepped forward to serve as Treasurer of the YPA Board of Directors.

The Nautas operate Subway stores in Spearfish, Sturgis, Belle Fourche, and Lead. They’ve recently remodeled their Spearfish store and plan to open a second facility near the new Wal-Mart in south Spearfish in early 2008.

The Nautas are no stranger to the Geyser. Their little boy, Casey, was featured in a Geyser photo earlier this year.

We're including here the full text of the Brianne Bussell article in the BHSU newspaper. Congratulations Christina and Justin Nauta for recognition that you certainly deserve. It’s good having you as neighbors!

Richard Roorda (1950-2007)

We were saddened to learn that Rich Roorda died Saturday, November 3, of a massive heart attack. Rich and Janet were Yellowstone Place residents until earlier this year, when they sold their home at #215 and moved to Belle Fourche.

Funeral services are scheduled for 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, November 7, at the Christian Life Center. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m., Tuesday, November 6, at the Funeral Home of the Northern Hills in Belle Fourche, and one hour prior to the service at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for the Belle Fourche Ambulance and the Children's Cancer Institute. Friends may sign the on-line guestbook created by the funeral home.

A native of Hollandale, Minnesota, Rich grew up on the family farm and graduated from Albert Lea High School in 1969. He attended Mankato State University. Rich married Janet Pluimer in 1969. They had two children, Heidi and Lucas. For more than 20 years, Rich was involved with sales, first with Turbiville Electric and then with KSLT Christian radio He began work with AFLAC in 2003. Rich's full obituary can be found in the November 5th Rapid City Journal.

Lorraine Collins joins YPA Board

Yellowstone Place Association President Mike Jones has announced that Lorraine Collins of #310 has agreed to serve on the association Board of Directors. That's Lorraine in the passenger seat of Keith's Model T!

Lorraine fills the vacancy left by the resignation of Audrey Temple. We hope to announce the filling of the remaining vacancy in the very near future.

We look forward to tapping Lorraine's experience as we move ahead to tackle a range of issues. At the top of the list: working to resolve lingering insurance matters.