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Introduction – Mission- Help Wanted 2011 Fiscal Report ◦ Questions about Financial Report Housekeeping Reminders Four Way Stop Signs Complaint Process Quick ACC Review ◦ Monument Sign on Mill Road Repair – Permanent Repair or Quick Repair Questions
To maintain the subdivision as a safe, aesthetically pleasing and economically vibrant neighborhood. To work within the parameters of the covenant, including maintenance of the common areas and providing appropriate communication and information to our residents.
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Lilly Creek Highlands Homeowners Association
Original budget expenditures were projected at $14, The majority of these expenses encompass: ◦ Legal fees associated with placement of liens ◦ Insurance ◦ Engineering Expenses for Pond Survey ◦ Maintenance and Improvements Lawn Care Pond repair and maintenance Muskrat Removal Actual budget expenditures were $12,008.26
Revenue from annual dues (fees) ◦ Revenue (fees) projected - $14, ◦ Revenue (fees) paid – $14, ◦ Revenue Inflated by one-time Mill Road Payment of $4, ◦ Late (fees/Dues) paid - $ ◦ Money Market interest - $41.75 Accounts Receivable (owed) ◦ Past due fees through FY 2011 – $2, ◦ Past due Late fees through FY $ ◦ Lien placement costs - $ Note: a $75 late fee is applied to clientele’s accounts on March 1 st if no fee payment is made.
Beginning Checking Cash Balance - $ Ending Cash Balance - $7, Money Market Fund - Balance ◦ $14, ◦ Fiscal year 2011 interest earnings: $41.75
Annual Dues Increase – projecting increased costs and a meager cash balance reserve, the board has found it necessary to raise the annual dues by $50 bringing the yearly fee to $175. ◦ Rationale- Operational Capital Establish a Reserve Fund Monument Sign Repair Ongoing Survey and Engineering Costs Future Pond Maintenance- Overgrowth Control Repair of Island Mill Road Entry Common area maintenance- Lawn Service Muskrat Removal Services – Ongoing Common Area Clean-up Tree/Shrub/ Plant replacements Legal Fees – Ongoing non-payment of Dues Cost relative to the Market – under market average
Name of HOA Annual Fees Paid Lawn Mowing & Care Pool Maintenance SignagePond Maintenance LCHA XXX Cedar Ridge- Pond Homes Only X Aberdeen XXXX Creekwood Crossing – Phase Dependent XX River Heights South X Mill Ridge00.00
Contact Information Barb Breed-Heidt LCHA Treasurer
Lamp Post: Please check your lamp post to verify it is in good working condition. We can help give you suggestions for repairs if needed Animal Waste: Please pick up after your pets in the common areas Garbage Cans & Recycle Bins: Please keep an eye on the covers of your garbage cans and lid for our recycle bins on windy days. Use bungee cords & weights if needed to keep the garbage blowing to a minimum
Petition to install Four-Way stop signs on the following corners has been sent to the MF Police Dept. for possible approval: ◦ Marach Dr. & Crestwood Dr. ◦ Marach Dr. & Daylily Dr. Rationale ◦ Increased residences with children ◦ Increased auto and foot traffic ◦ Traffic speed ◦ Driver Inattentiveness ◦ Past history of “Close Calls”
If you have concerns about a neighborhood issue, please the board directly. We will promptly discuss all issues with you directly and work together towards a solution. You can us at or view the website and you will see our individual
Lilly Creek Highlands Homeowners Association
What is the purpose of the ACC? ◦ Assist the Board in administering the approval requirements outlined in the Covenants. ◦ Collect and maintain accurate records of property improvements and approvals. ◦ Review and approve new applications for improvements.
What does the ACC regulate/approve? ◦ Whatever is required in the Covenant ◦ Permanent improvements See the covenant for examples and lists at:
How will our submission be evaluated? ◦ Criteria listed in the Covenant ◦ Guided by opinion of adjacent property owners ◦ Guided by the SurveyMonkey responses received from the members of our Association
What is the process for approval? ◦ Written requests will be received by the ACC – See the website for the approval form ◦ ACC will acknowledge receipt of request in writing ACC will contact adjacent property owners for permanent structures ACC will request additional information if submission is incomplete ACC will review submission when it is completed and conditionally approve or deny ◦ Completed documents will be stamped and copies returned to the Board, Owner and the ACC for archiving
Is there an appeal process? ◦ No appeal process is outlined in the Covenant ◦ Written appeal notification will be received by the board ◦ The full LCHA Board/ACC Committee will review the reasons for the appeal ◦ Majority vote will rule
Is Architectural Approval / Drawings ◦ LCHA attorneys are in the process of communicating with the developer to obtain all past association approvals ◦ Membership will be contacted for copies of past approvals if not received from the developer ◦ If nothing can be obtained, an approval form will be distributed to the homeowner in order to create a file on each property, and an approval created for future use and consistency
COMPLAINT PROCESS ◦ Written concerns will be received and acknowledged by the LCHA Board for: Improper or inadequate maintenance Safety issues Inappropriate actions Property improvements that have not been submitted for review ◦ The homeowner affected will be notified of the complaint ◦ If necessary, the Board will determine actions to be taken: Warnings Fines Property Liens
QUESTIONS ◦ General Process and Philosophy Questions – questions about your specific property can be addressed immediately after the meeting with an ACC or Board Member
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