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The results of our Annual Garden Homes Board of Directors election were
tabulated at our October Association Meeting. Three (3) directors were
elected for a two (2) year term. They are Ray Clark, Eileen Morris, and
David Wise. Two (2) Directors, Larry Rutherford and Don Siriani, have one
year remaining on their two (2) year term. The new director board then
elected officers as follows: President:: Dave Wise
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2004 GOALS The Garden Homes Board of Directors established goals they were focusing on for 2004, which are listed as follows: 1) Complete four of the remaining ten sections of the Landscape Rejuvenation under budget by the end of the year. 2) Develop a comprehensive strategic plan for cost effective maintenance of the wood structures including alternate material to replace cedar siding. 3) Manage operating expenses to the approved budget. 4) Build reserve accounts to achieve at least 80% of recommended funding as measured by the Reserve Study prepared for 2004/2005 fiscal year by Advanced Reserved Solutions.
The Board of Directors spends many volunteer hours running the business of the association and truly wants your input as they work through accomplishing these goals. After all, it is your association, and the elected directors work toward achieving the best community for you, the members. You are welcome to attend the board meetings on the 4th Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the Turtle Rock Community Center. See you there! WATER DAMAGE ALERT!! Our sprinkling system, which allows our landscape to grow and flourish, can cause extensive damage to our housing structures. We are asking ALL HOMEOWNERS to check around their houses to make sure that the water from the sprinklers is not watering your house. Water damage to structures cause wood damage costing $2,500 to $25,000 to repair. This COST IS INCURRED BY ALL HOMEWOWNERS!!! If you see water damage, please don't wait to report your findings to Optimum Property Management. This is a very serious matter' and we need everyone's participation with this issue. COMMITTEES The Committees are: Budget, Communications, Area Representatives (Street Captains), Website, Newsletter, Maintenance, Landscape, Parking, Welcome, and Architectural. At this time, the Communication Committee consists of three different, but interdependent areas: AREA REPRESENTATIVES, WEBSITE, and NEWSLETTER. We have two volunteers for the communications committee: Sharon Roadman and Lea Peterson. You may contact Lea Peterson at:: leapetersen @planningconsortium.com, or call her at 949-5091320. Please get involved. It's Your Association. The Welcome Committee has been established and has three members. The Landscape Committee is already functioning and meets once a month on the second Thursday of the month at 7:00 p.m. If you are interested in attending this meeting, please call the property manager for the location. AREA REPRESENTATIVES Since we have six streets in the community, it would be great to have at least six people start this committee. The area representatives will be responsible for communicating sectional needs to the board for speedy action, will attend board meetings and will communicate to his/her, group as to the actions that have been and/or will be taken by the board. Approximate time commitment: is 4 to 6 hours each month. INDIVIDUAL LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE This is a reminder that all homeowners must maintain and trim trees so they do not extend above the roofline. Trees and plants have grown quickly during the summer months, and it is time again for all homeowners to trim trees below the roofline of their homes. CONTRACTORS NEEDED If you are a contractor or have past contractor experience, we need your help. Your "Maintenance Committee" is just getting started. This committee is being put in place to take a serious look at the condition of our homes and will advise our Board of Directors on what our best options are to maintain the outside integrity of our buildings. We need your expertise and input to make sure we are evaluating all of the best options for our building maintenance. Please give a few hours of your time each month to make sure the best decisions are being made regarding one of your important assets, your home. Contact Yvonne Avila at Optimum Property Management
(714) 714-508-9070 ext. 222 or Email: yavila@optimumpm.com
to volunteer for the committee. Orange Coast Building Services inspection commenced on September 13,
2004. The purpose of this general exterior inspection is to determine the
extent of wood repairs that may be required of each home. Door hangers
will be distributed to each home to inform homeowners when Orange Coast
Building Services will be in your area. When you receive the door hanger,
please remember to unlock your gates so Orange Coast Building Services may
have access to all sides of your home to complete the exterior inspection.
Thank you in advance for your cooperation. BALCONY MAINTENANCE The repair and maintenance of the floor surface of the balcony of our homes is the obligation of each homeowner. Now is the time to inspect and repair surfaces that require repairs. This could prevent serious water damage to the structure and future cost to you. You may recall that some months ago, we had a vendor volunteer to inspect our decks. Unfortunately, that vendor is no longer servicing our association. We did learn however, that approximately 70% of the homes that were inspected were in need of deck repair. Chances are your deck is included in this category. Please do your part to help our association. High assessment fees are a direct result of costs incurred. This is an area that each of us can contribute. By acting responsibly for our individual repair and maintenance obligations, we can help keep our home value up and our costs down. LANDSCAPE RENOVATION The Garden Homes Maintenance Association has begun landscape renovation on Canyon Ridge. Planting will begin soon. Mission Landscape is working diligently to complete the planting which will beautify the area. ASSESSMENTS As a reminder, the Garden Homes monthly assessment is $330.00 per month as of March 1, 2004. The assessments are due on the 1st and must be received by the 30th to avoid a $10.00 late fee. If you have an automatic bill payment service, please notify them of the new amount. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Optimum's billing department at ext. 235.
BOARD MEETINGS The Board of Directors meets every month on the 4th Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. at the Turtle Rock Community Center. Homeowners are welcome and encouraged to attend. The homeowner forum portion, which is when the homeowner may address the board with questions or concerns, is held right at the start of the meeting at 7:00, so be prompt if you wish to speak. POOL HEAT TO BE TURNED OFF FOR WINTER MONTHS The pool heat will be turned off in November. The spa heater will still be available. If you are unable to attend a board meeting, you may also submit your requests or concerns in writing to the Board of Directors, c/o Optimum Property Management. Your written request will be included with the Directors Report and reviewed by the board at their upcoming meeting. CAUTION - PLEASE DO NOT TURN THE SPA OFF BY THE EMERGENCY SWITCH UNLESS IT IS A REAL EMERGENCY. WHEN USING THE SPA, IF YOU LEAVE BEFORE THE TIMER IS FINISHED, LET THE TIME RUN OUT ON IT'S OWN. EVERY TIME YOU TURN THE EMERGENCY SWITCH OFF IT SHUTS DOWN THE HEATER AND WE RECEIVE CALLS FOR MAINTENANCE, THAT COSTS THE ASSOCIATION EXTRA MONEY! HAPPY THANKSGIVING DAY!!! May the good things in life be yours in abundance, not only at Thanksgiving but also throughout the coming year. Optimum Property Management's office will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday on the following days: Thursday, November 25 & Friday, November 26. Back to Top |