OCEAN PINES – Ocean Pines officials voted last week to ban former board member Tom Janasek from the association’s food and beverage amenities for a period of 90 days following an altercation at the Yacht Club.
In a special meeting last Thursday, the Ocean Pines Association Board of Directors voted 5-2, with Directors Doug Parks and Rick Farr opposed, to prohibit Janasek from the Yacht Club, Golf Clubhouse and Beach Club for a total of 90 days. The motion – made by Director Frank Daly – comes less than a month after an altercation between Janasek and Director Josette Wheatley.
“Our governing documents do give us the authority to provide for the safety at our amenities, not only for members of the association but anyone who comes to our amenities,” said Director Larry Perrone. “And while there are some contradictions in the bylaws, the bylaws clearly state that we have a right and obligation to provide for safety at our amenities.”
A report filed with the Ocean Pines Police Department last month describes the series of events that took place between Janasek and Wheatley the evening of May 20. According to the report, Wheatley and her husband had approached Janasek at the Yacht Club’s outdoor patio when the incident occurred.
“Mrs. Wheatley stated that after she and her husband received their drinks, they went over and said hello to Rich [Kelly] and Mr. Janasek,” the report reads. “Mrs. Wheatley said Mr. Janasek stood up and said, ‘I’m going to do it.’”
Oh, the Pines people are at it again. Glad I don’t live there.
90 days for yelling, then the grouo argued over rules and what they “think” is right or wrong. Look at your rules, understand MD laws and follow them. If confused obtain a legal opinion and move on.
Hmmmmm 90 day suspension for yelling AND an order to not have contact with a member for 6 months..
Hows that status of Mark Paddocks incident a couple months ago coming along? Hhmmmm…
Geriatrics yelling at each other? Pass me the popcorn!