F.Y.I. The Newsletter of Edgewood Townehouse Association
PO Box 5424, Eugene, OR 97405May 17, 2008
Important Dates:
Special Meeting: Tues. May 20, 7PM
Vote on Special AssessmentNext Regular Board Meeting: Tues, June 10, 7 PM
(Notices of any special board meetings are posted in the Clubhouse 3 days before date of meeting per Bylaws)
Hospitality Activities:
Monthly Potluck: Sun, June 1, 5 pm
Saturday Morning Social: June 14, 10:30 am
By-the-Brook Book Group: Wed, June 11, 2 pmSwimming Pool Opens: Saturday, May 24, 9 AM
Contents:
Community Messages
Association News
Board Minutes: 4/22 & 5/13
Ground Committee Report
Manager's Report
Treasurer's Report [omitted]
Proxy [omitted]Editor: Gloria Gehrman
A message from your Board of Directors:
ETA needs your vote by 7 pm May 20 Come to the meeting in the Clubhouse. Turn in your proxy in the Clubhouse mail slot. Have your neighbor bring your proxy to the meeting. Just be sure to vote.
Thank you!
A Letter from Our Community:
Dear Fellow ETA owners:
My name is Colin Call, a licensed Real Estate Broker in the Eugene area for the last 13 years. I am also, along with my wife Angie, the owner and resident of 20 Brae Burn. After the last home owners' meeting, I was asked to share my thoughts on the market we are in and the scenario, as I see it, regarding possible upcoming assessments. So, here we go....
These units we live in have for many decades been the most highly sought after and prized condos in the Eugene area. This is mainly due to good care and management by many of the current and past homeowners such as Russ Fryburg and many others. Time, however, does catch up with everything. People, homes, cars, etc. All things start to wear out in time. Our condos are at the point in time where the need will be seen from time to time for small assessments to help meet the deterioration that time brings. We are currently looking at an assessment of $500 per household to address the dry rot damage in many of the exterior parts of our units. This amount will probably not be the final answer to all ills in the future, but necessary to stem the continued decline in quality and value.
I have worked with attorney Frank Bocci, the property manager of the Highlands condos up above us, to achieve sales of a couple of condos in that subdivision. Frank has been able to get the recent assessment for each of the homeowners there reduced from an estimated $10,000 per household to a more reasonable $5,000 per. He has been adept at pushing contractors and getting bids pared through negotiation and bargaining to achieve this end. The condos on Goodpasture Island Rd in Ferry St Bridge, located on Wimbledon, (the ones with the blue metal roofs) went through a major assessment of $5,000-$7,000 per household about 6-8 years ago and it was thought at the time that this would be the one time fix needed-to get these units to the point where they could be taken care of by the monthly HOA fees ($507 monthly). As it turns out this was not the case, and they are now looking at another huge assessment of approximately $36-46,000 dollars per household to put on a new metal roof and extend the eaves by several feet to stop the destructive intrusion of water into the stucco and wood siding. Hopefully this will take care of their ills.
The associations and members in both these cases are working together because they know that to take a 'do nothing' stance will just result in more deterioration and loss of hard earned value.
It is my understanding that at ETA we need 54 votes to obtain the OK to pass our $500 assessment. It is my hope that we will see the wisdom in maintaining our units to a higher standard so they will continue to be our most valued asset. In conclusion, let me tell you a bit of the dilemma Angie and I ran into while attempting to sell our unit last year. In the real estate world it seems that a new addendum is created almost monthly. One such new addendum that has cropped up in the last 12-18 months is the Planned Community/ Condominium/ Townhouse Addendum. It is this new addendum that asks the Seller to provide such things as the last 12 months minutes, FYI' s, documents verifying any upcoming assessments, documents showing the latest reserve study, etc.
In our FYI' s and minutes it appeared to the outsider that there was much discord here at ETA and that we were in financial jeopardy. We do need to disclose fully and in good faith the condition of the units we sell, but sometimes when we phrase our inability to maintain properly our units in a negative way what we end up telling the outside public is that there may be something wrong here at ETA. I know this is not true and that we just need to work together to maintain and "improve" the overall condition. I think it would behoove us to not air publicly what we should be able to address internally.
OK.... That is enough of my ranting. If anybody here at ETA has questions or wants more info, you can reach me most times at [ ].
Oh yeah! The end of our story was that people looking at our home in some cases just did not feel comfortable with the stability of our association. So we sold our rental instead and you now are blessed (or cursed) with Angie and me as your fun loving neighbors.
Regarding our market, don't despair! Compared to the rest of the country, we look pretty good. Yes, we are sluggish compared to the last 3-4 years, but homes are still selling and people are still moving here from elsewhere.
Thanks for listening,
Colin Call [Remax Integrity]
Association News
Grounds Committee Breaking News (4:30 pm Friday)
Emergency measures were taken today given the heat and the unrepaired status of the irrigation system. Our new TruGreen supervisor reports that irrigation repairs will be done on Monday, May 19. In the meantime, the system has been turned on with its current settings and breaks. Each irrigation zone should be watering for 10 minutes per day starting after midnight. If any neighbor notices a dry area and is concerned it won't last the weekend, do your best to contribute to the bucket/hose brigade and go forth and water. The new TruGreen supervisor says we should be OK until Monday - our plants are generally in good shape.Buildings Committee:
We have a new chair for the Architecture/Building Committee. Thank you, Toni Horodysky. Toni, a chemist and technical writer by trade, has personal experience with a variety of home improvement adventures, wielding a roofing hammer and doing a number of her own carpentry projects.Toni says, In the next week or two, members of the Building Committee will inspect all buildings to look for dry rot and to set priorities for exterior painting. We will need to look at all patios as part of our inspection. If you are aware of any problems in your unit, such as leaking gutters or areas that stay moist, please point them out at that time.
As Requested: What is Dry Rot?
Wood that is well cared for can last thousands of years, but wood that stays moist can be attacked by fungi which eat the very cellulose and lignin of which wood cells are made.Fungi can gain a toehold if the moisture level is over 28% and liquid water must be present in cell cavities. Weakened wood is typically brittle and somewhat dry, hence the name "dry rot'.
The fungus has the unusual ability to transport water from wet areas to dry areas allowing the fungus to grow in, and infect, dry wood. If not stopped, the dry rot fungus will so weaken wood that it may eventually disintegrate.
In its early stages wood rot can be difficult to detect, but loss of strength can already be advanced. As wood rot continues, the surface becomes dull or discolored, and can smelt musty. The rate at which decay progresses depends on moisture content, temperature, and the specific fungus.
How do I prevent dry rot damage?
The most important way to prevent dry rot damage is to reduce or eliminate excess moisture. This may be as simple as repairing a leaky gutter, pruning shrubs away from a wall, or keeping soil from contacting wood.
Toni Horodysky, Building Committee ChairPool Opens:
Memorial Weekend, Saturday, May 24. Be sure to review the pool rules and sign a new Pool Use Form. The signed form can be placed in the Clubhouse mail slot.Clubhouse Door:
Clubhouse Committee Chair, Nancy Callaghan (185 WW, 349-9113), has received permission to get the door closing mechanism at the Clubhouse repaired. Until it is fixed, please be patient with its closing - it is not a good idea to push the door closed faster than the current closer moves. It recently had to be put back onto its hinges, theoretically from our impatient exits.Special Events Parking - Monitoring is Still Needed:
We had another problem this last month with parking for a Clubhouse event, including parking in front of fire hydrants. To repeat: Since Westbrook and our garage areas are fire lanes, only the designated parking spaces should be used. If you can tell participants, send a map with your invitations, post signs, or have someone direct traffic, this will be helpful to neighbors trying to enter or leave - and in any emergency situation. Please let Wayne know ahead of time of such an event.
Edgewood Townehouse Association
General Membership Meeting
April 22, 2008Called to order by President Nick Musgrave, 7:30 pm, ETA Clubhouse Introduction - comments about new rules in effect from state, such as establishment of reserve fund, dollar amount not set.
Award Nick presented engraved plaque/stone to Camilla Pratt in honor of completion of Brae Burn Creek project as well as earlier contributions to ETA. The stone will be placed later along the creek.
Manager's Report Wayne Baker Wayne unable to attend. Report included in April FYI.
Minutes January General Membership Meeting Motion made and seconded, approved to accept as printed in February FYI.
Treasurer's Report Doug Cone, expenses are expected later for building related projects. One delinquent homeowner.
Committee Reports
Architecture/Buildings: No chair, have four members. Contact Clara Nistler, Nominating Committee, if interested in chairing this committee. Currently reviewing work order requests, to decide which to go forward on. Try to get the list funded as needed, after prioritized.Grounds: Joan Fulton, cochair with Susan Smith, also has list of projects not fully funded. Priorities: Safety (pruning, tree cabling, eliminating widow-makers), drainage priorities, irrigation. Some expensive projects including bark mulch may not be done this year.
Brae Burn Creek: Camilla Pratt - Balance available after all work done. Upstream bridge will be rebuilt for less than $1900 from these funds. Question about treads on deck-pressure treated quality wood. Still needs to be inspected before removal of permit notices.
Clubhouse: Nancy Callaghan - Dixie Maurer-Clemons has wildflower photos taken on property to be framed and donated to clubhouse. Late night interlopers have left debris - be on the lookout if passing clubhouse, especially late night on the weekends.
Pool: Bev Behrman - LCC group, arranged by Dixie Maurer-Clemons, worked on solar panels. Pool usually opens end of May.
Telephone: Helen Ligouri-going well, full committee.
Neighborhood Watch: Ellen Ching - difficult this year. List of resident vehicles not complete, no answer from half a dozen units. Nick will receive list of nonrespondents.
Hospitality: No one present.
Nominating Committee: No one present
FYI: Gloria Gehrman - Let editor know of any feedback on content and font.
Insurance Search: No one present.
Management Company Search: Barbara Kensler - Talked to 4 companies. Getting info on costs. Will then make recommendation to Board. Company will then come back and talk to membership.
Old Business Solar panels have been looked at and fixed, except for one which is unable to be fixed because of a small leak. May need to be replaced by someone other than LCC.
New Business Proposal for Special Assessment. Commentary was given about the special assessment request for continuing the painting and siding replacement this year. Colin Call talked about other area condo associations who are facing assessments for accumulated maintenance. Buyers are being more careful before purchasing, looking at the overall health of the association as well as the physical unit. (Colin was requested to put his knowledge into an FYI article.) Others in the audience expressed awareness of the need for more money. Meeting to be held Tuesday, May 20, at 7 pm and proxies collected to achieve a quorum of ETA voters. (Q&A attached)
Darelle Baker - 1:30 am doorbell ringer, persistent, called 911, when police arrived, found a drunkard, evidently had been ringing other doorbells-other similar incident related in same area on Brae Burn side.
Adjourned 8:45
Respectfully submitted,
Gloria Gehrman,
Acting Secretary
Townehouses of Edgewood
Eugene, OregonQuestions and Answers Regarding the Proposed 2008 Special Assessment
Q: Why are we being asked to vote for a $500 special assessment?
A: Our income from monthly homeowners' dues has not kept pace with the costs of maintaining the common elements of our collective investment.Q: How did the Board arrive at $500 per unit (a total of $44,500)?
A: Last summer we spent approximately $40,000 for painting and associated dry rot/siding replacement (about $25,000 for painting and about $15,000 for siding replacement.) As our community ages, we are finding that more and more siding has to be replaced before we can paint homes.Q: Our Association has approximately $63,000 in capital reserves. Why aren't you using that money?
A: We could, but it would not be a financially prudent decision to reduce our capital reserves funds to almost nothing. Our capital reserves are already much too low for a community of this size, given all the other components we must maintain, repair and replace (roofs, streets, driveways, lighting, clubhouse, pool, manager's home, gutters, sidewalks, fences, bridges, etc. etc.)Q: Which units will be painted this summer?
A: A committee of board members and owners will be formed to assess the painting needs of all the homes in the community and a priority list will be developed. Once it has been determined which homes most need to be painted this summer, we will hire someone to inspect for dry rot in those units, and siding with dry rot will be replaced before painting occurs.Q: What is the process for getting this special assessment approved?
A: Our Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions require at least 60% of the owners to vote on the issue of a special assessment, and for it to pass, at least 2/3 of those voting must support it. In other words, a minimum of 54 unit owners must vote (89 x 60%) and of those 54, 36 (2/3 of 54) must vote "yes" in order for the special assessment to pass. If more than 60% vote, the 2/3 requirement must still be met.Q: When is this vote going to occur?
A: A special meeting will be held at 7 PM on Tuesday, May 20 for the sole purpose of voting on the special assessment.Q: Can! vote by proxy?
A: Yes. Fill out a proxy form (it was in the last FYI and is also at the clubhouse) and give your written proxy to someone who will present it on your behalf at the meeting.Prepared for April 22, 2008, General Membership Meeting.
EDGEWOOD TOWNEHOUSE ASSOCIATION
Meeting of the Board of Directors
May 13, 2008The meeting was called to order at 7 p.m. by President Nick Musgrave. Those present included Board Members Nick Musgrave, Russ Fryburg, Larry Hilliard, Michael Landes, Gloria Gehrman and Gwen Acker. Doug Cone, Bev Behrman and Barbara Kensler were excused. Also in attendance were Wayne Baker, Helen Liguori, Toni Horodysky, Nancy Callaghan and Clara Nistler.
Members Forum: Toni Horodysky indicated that her previous offer to serve as chair of the Building Committee would be dependant upon receiving a written statement of the responsibilities of homeowners and of the association and that a moisture meter be purchased.
Manager's Report: Wayne Baker presented and answered questions about the Manager's Report (copy attached). He reported that the solar panels have been inspected by a class from LCC and they are working at 85 percent capacity. One panel needs repair and he is attempting to find someone to give an estimate. The pool is presently heating.
Minutes of Previous Board Meeting: The minutes of the April 8, 2008 meeting were approved as previously printed in the FYI.
Treasurer's Report: A copy of the report is attached.
Committee Reports: Russ Fryburg moved that Toni Horodysky be appointed Chairman of the Building Committee. Larry Hilliard seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
Gloria Gehrman, liaison with the Grounds Committee, called attention to the Summary of Grounds Requests, previously provided to the Board. A copy of that summary is attached.
Nick Musgrave reported that Camilla has resigned from the Brae Burn Creek Committee and he moved to deactivate the committee. Russ Fryburg so moved but absent a second the committee will remain without a chair until the completion of the small bridge project.
Nancy Callaghan reported for the Clubhouse Committee. An article in the FYI will remind those who use the clubhouse that the door should not be pushed closed as that action causes the hinges to come loose; the heat should always be turned down to 62 degrees upon leaving the clubhouse; and when hosting an event, residents must notify their guests that parking is not permitted along Westbrook Way. Parking is permitted only in designated parking spaces or along the street on Brae Burn. Residents are responsible for making certain their guests comply. Westbrook Way is designated as a fire lane and therefore no parking is allowed.
Nancy Callaghan reported for the Pool Committee. She will meet with Bev Behrman when Bev returns. In the meantime, Nancy will restate the rules and provide them along with the permission slip for inclusion in the FYI. We have been advised that new signage is needed for the pool.
Barbara Kensler reported by letter for the Management Company Search Committee. By the June meeting a recommendation is expected for the Board. If the Board approves, a presentation will be scheduled for the Association.
Clara Nistler reported for the Insurance Company Search Committee that a quote from Pacific Benefits will be forthcoming.
Gloria Gehrman reported for the Hospitality Committee that residents are enjoying the monthly coffee, potluck and book group. She will remind those who have e-mails of the dates, which already appear in the FYI.
Helen Liguori advised that she will activate the Telephone Committee to remind homeowners of the May 20, 2008 meeting. Homeowners will need to appear and vote or provide a proxy if they are to be included in the vote.
Unfinished Business:
Larry Hilliard reported that four Companies are being considered for a Reserve Study. A motion will be made at the June meeting regarding which company will be recommended.Larry Hilliard reported that a group of homeowners have been contacting residents regarding the need for a special assessment. Bruce Trafton, Toni Horodysky, Dixie Mauer-Clemons and Barbara Kensler have been making contacts with homeowners.
Gwen Acker will pursue collection of delinquent homeowners by contacting legal counsel.
Russ Fryburg reported that contracts for repairs at 185 Westbrook Way have been signed. The bids are for $7,500 - $8,000, depending upon what is shown after T-1 11 siding is removed.
A bid to rebuild the small Brae Burn Creek Bridge has been received from Bruce Maederer. Larry Hilliard moved to accept the bid for $1,880 to rebuild the bridge. Russ Fryburg seconded. The motion was carried. Payment will be made from Brae Burn Creek funds. Russ Fryburg and Michael Landes will meet with the builder to discuss the best design for the bridge.
New Business:
Nick Musgrave requested permission to transfer $20,000 from capital reserves to checking. Larry moved to grant the request. Russ Fryburg seconded the motion. Motion carried.Larry Hilliard reported a suggested timeline to move toward the 2009 budget and presentation to homeowners of the necessary amount of the 2009 assessment.
Nick Musgrave is now supervisor of Facilities Manager Wayne Baker.
The Building Committee will research screens for heat pumps to mitigate their noise and the prior replacement of siding at 61 Westbrook Way.
Nick Musgrave advised that Mike Metzler has suggested changing the color of our units slightly, to reflect sun more, to lengthen the life of the paint.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Gwen Acker, Secretary
Summary of Grounds requests, for May 13 Board meeting:
Joan & Susan Smith met with Jane Stenersen of TruGreen April 28 to discuss & prioritize landscaping needs. The following are strong recommendations & need to be decided upon as soon as possible. These are within budget constraints but outside the contracted services.
Overall total for items listed below = $4,655
($400 - STUMP REMOVAL - given permission to complete, as previously described, week of May 12 by Kim's Stump Removal)
$1,110- DRAINAGE ISSUES
$330 - Clubhouse (to remove standing water in turf panel & sidewalk area)
$270 - 87 WW (same)
$510 - 80 BB (25 of trench to remove standing water & water drain off on sidewalk)
TOTAL = $1,110 to be done by TruGreen
(Additional drainage was considered at 140 WW & 155WW.)$875 - ETA MEMBER REQUESTS
$40 - 9WW - dead branches in front of house
$75 -260 WW - trim tops of arborvitae
$185 - POOL - trim branches to prevent additional leaves from going into pool area
$70 - 186 BS - remove or major pruning of crabapple tree diseased/safety hazard
$345 - 70-110 BB - major pruning of flowering cherry trees distressed trees
$90- 124 & 128 BB - remove pine growing up thru oak
$20- 198 BB - remove or major pruning of yew tree
$50 - misc requests
TOTAL = $875 to be performed by ClearView$1,200 - IRRIGATION Damage & repair
TruGreen has gone through the entire irrigation system & recommends the following:
Replace 22 4" popup heads
Replace one 6" popup head
Replace two 12" popup heads (To include all nozzles for all head replacements)
Repair multiple lateral breaks at: one by 54, three by 17, one by 171 & one by 10
TOTAL = $1,200 to be performed by TruGreen$1,070 - NEW BIDS
$285 - 110 'NW - - bring in top soil & plant ivy where 2 sweetgums were removed - (TRUGREEN) (Kim's is doing the stump removal)$785- 57-61 WW - - Ivy removal, add 2 yds of soil & 1.5 yds of fir bark - no plants (TRUGREEN)
TOTAL REQUESTED: $4,655
These requests are all needed for general maintenance, safety & critical aesthetic areas of the complex. The request is well within budgeted grounds monies. We would like the contractors to begin as soon as possible.
Joan Fulton & Susan Smith, Co Chairs, Grounds Committee
MAY FYI GROUNDS COMMITTEE REPORT
The primary goal of the Grounds Committee this contract year is to improve the overall appearance of our landscaping & to address safety issues, drainage & irrigation. As the watering & drainage issues are resolved, we can begin replanting in designated areas. We are working closely with Wayne Baker, TruGreen & Clear View for a sustainable long term plan. Understandably, this is a work in process & will take several years to create & maintain.
The Grounds Committee has very limited funds (outside of the contracted maintenance with TruGreen & Clear View). The following are considered priorities & the Grounds Committee has received approval from the Board to proceed:
Safety
Irrigation System
Drainage issues at the clubhouse, 87 WW & 80 BB
Completion of moss control & reseeding of grass
Homeowner written requests designated as safety issues (see below)
Stump removal in certain areas to allow for replanting
110 WW - stump removal, soil & replanting
57-61 WW - dig out ivy bed & replace with mulchThe Grounds Committee is unable to accommodate bark mulch this contract year. The bid for completing Westbrook Way (SW corner) was $2,125. Bark mulch is needed throughout the entire complex to control weeds, retain moisture & return nutrients to the soil. The ETA will need to look at future budgeting priorities to complete this project.
Clear View Tree Specialists are continuing their rhodie & azalea pruning throughout the property. They have been working on the Brae Burn side recently & will work their way over to the Westbrook area.
Enjoy this lovely weather. We trust you are all appreciating the efforts of Wayne Baker, TruGreen & Clear View Tree Specialists. They are all to be commended for their dedication to making our park-like setting even more beautiful.
A list of all HOMEOWNER WRITTEN REQUESTS & a status of these requests is included.
ACTIVE GROUNDS REQUESTS - 5/15/2008
2WW - prune dead branches overhanging patio. APPROVED, but will need to work with City
5WW - removed/cut off maple stub in front yard area - APPROVED
9WW - prune dead branches in front of house - APPROVED
117 WW- remove small conifer APPROVED
61 WW - ivy area between path & street needs to be addressed - APPROVED FORVEGETATION/WEED REMOVAL, NEW SOIL & BARK MULCH
67 WW - cut back lower limbs on tree overhanging the street - WAIT for fall arborist pruning for safety issues
87 WW - prune rhodie to window level to allow unobstructed view - CONTRACTED ITEM - no cost - APPROVED
120 WW - Prune hardy fuchsia to ground - NO COST - to advise TRU GREEN
136 WW - replace rhodie by front porch - salmon or cream preferred - owner volunteered to pay - WAIT FOR FALL
151 WW - plants in front of house have died & need replacement - WAIT FOR FALL PLANTING & FOR FUNDS
153 WW - work on blackberry bushes in upper creek area/Brookside - STEEP BANKS, COSTLY ONGOING PROJECT
153 WW - remove stumps by garage side of 147 & 149 WW. Plant bushes. APPROVED for stump removal. WAIT FOR FALL FOR PLANTINGS & FUNDS
160 WW - arborvitae fell over during snow storm. Needs solution. APPROVED FOR PRUNING
179 WW - prune rhodie & heavenly bamboo in front of window. APPROVED; contracted item
181 WW - plant groundcover to conceal 2 tree stumps close to garage drive end of 147 WW APPROVED for stump removal. WAIT FOR FALL & FOR FUNDS FOR PLANTING
181 WW - plant tree in space between high bushes facing Brookside just north of 161 WW WAIT FOR FALL & FOR FUNDS FOR PLANTING
181 WW - remove lower branches on small black tupelo on grass mound across from 135 WW WAIT for fall pruning by arborist for safety issues
185 WW - drainage problem along garage. Needs fill dirt or resolution. RESOLVED. NOW WAITING FOR PLANTINGS IN THE FALL
POOL - trim branches that overhang into the common clubhouse pool area to prevent additional leaves etc from going into pool. APPROVED
186 BS - remove crabapple/cherry tree on pathway along creek at the edge of cul de sac entrance of 186/170 BS - APPROVED
10 BB - remove fallen apple tree stump & leaning fir tree by walkway - APPROVED
60 BB - remove small ponderosa near patio fence. Area overgrown - APPROVED
70 - 110 BB - cul de sac entrance remove manzanita tree - APPROVED
70 - 110 BB - entrance to cul de sac - trim/care for flowering cherry trees. APPROVED
106 BB - big rhodie braced after snow storm - needs long term solution
110 BB - prune 5 azaleas, remove stumps of previous shrubs & replace with new shrubs. APPROVED.ALL PRUNING & STUMP REMOVAL COMPLETED. WAIT UNTIL FALL FOR PLANTING
124 & 128 BB - remove pine growing up through oak - APPROVED
148 BB - dying cherry tree - too much water; lower trunk is rotting. TREE IS SURVIVING. WORKING WITH HOMEOWNERS TO PRUNE AREA, etc
152 & 170 BR - along creek walkway across from pathway & stairs. Dead section of 4 trunk tree groups needs to be addressed. NON SAFETY ISSUE! WOULD NOT APPROVE APPEARANCE
198 BB - yew tree by front door needs to be pruned or removed. APPROVEDJoan Fulton, Co-Chair
Susan Smith , Co-Chair
EDGEWOOD TOWNEHOUSES FACILITY MANAGER REPORT
May 9, 2008I Updates & Progress
A. Downspout and Gutter patch repairs, bids still coming in, five calls and requests for bid, so far one bid and 4 No bid. Past reputation of asking for bid then not awarding is slowing process.
B. Secured handrail and replaced 5 rotten walkway boards @ Clubhouse as requested.
C. Older Sump pump motor broke down, now mainly using new motor, recommend back up installed when practical.
D. Solar Pool Neater, repaired April 20. The system is 85% functional and "online" now heating the pool. Thomas Pool service on May 13th will be out to ready the pool for summer use, and we can open it officially anytime there after.
E. New installed Night wall lights, at the following locations, Motion Light @ #186 BB, Walkway Light at #170 BB path, and driveway Light at #6OBB. All were replacement fixtures.
F. Spring Raccoon invasion at #11WW, hope to resolve and will report conclusion soon.
G. #5WW garage door painted at best bid of $150, by Ash Painting, May 8th.II. On Going
1. Creek area select weeding and pruning as needed.
2. Building repairs request are being listed for building Committee evaluation and consideration.
3. Non resident Dry Rot projects undertaken. Hand rail @ 136WW, and Clubhouse walkway in April.
4. Unplugging of landscape drains in front of #'s 150 &160 WW, and #109WW, roots dirt and rock jams, in sections 2-10 feet long, water hose, pipe and limited chemical use to unplug.
5. We need Pool committee to meet and make recommendations for summer use program Additional Signage at pool and new clock, old one broken during severe storm last fall.
6. Roof and vent inspection May 8 2008, report pending, from River Roofing.
7. Request Building Committee inspect and make repair recommendations soon so work can be scheduled before the "Busy" repair season is underway, and cost jump higher.
c) Patch and repair walkways and sidewalks project, on hold for now.Respectfully Submitted - ETA Facility Manager
Wayne F. Baker[Phone numbers, e-mail addresses, and street addresses have been removed for privacy reasons.]