January 2023 Newsletter
Owner Maintenance
During the most recent rains, a number of homes on the first floor sustained water damage for a few reasons:
The waterproofing had visible damage.
Either the door pan or the seal under the slider threshold had visible cracks.
Balcony drains were clogged which created a backup and pooling water.
Because each of these instances are related to homeowner maintenance issues, they are responsible for any damages to the unit below. If you live in a townhome unit, please either take a few moments to inspect each of these items and address them as soon as possible. This will avoid the inconvenience to neighbors below as well as reduce the likelihood of becoming responsible for damage to their unit.
Election by Acclamation
The nomination deadline has passed. There is one seat available for a term of three years. Sharyn Field, our current Treasurer, was the only applicant, Because the number of candidates equals the number of open seats on the Board, the Inspectors of Elections confirmed 2022 elections being held on February 23 will be held by Acclamation. We will not be required to incur the cost to mail ballots!
Update on Carports
We’re really on the way! Plans were submitted to the City of Port Hueneme and we were given a 2-3 week timeline for review. If there are any corrections, we will have to resubmit after corrections are made. Although we’ve already reached out to three contractors for preliminary budget numbers, “official” requests for proposals wont happen until we have an approved set of plans. It may be several months before we “see” progress but please know we are moving forward. We want to thank each of you-especially those of I will continue to update you on the progress.
Need a Referral?
If you’re looking for a service provider, be it pet sitting, locksmith, cleaning services, etc. please stop by the office and check our message board. We have several business cards available who have either been used by or are done by our residents. If you provide a service, please bring your cards by so we can post those too. Your neighbors are the best referrals!
Parking Permits & Pool Passes
As previously announced, the new forever pool passes and parking permits are ready for pick up. A gentle reminder these will only be released to owners or owners agents. As a convenience to our residents who cannot make it to the office during normal business hours, I will be here on Saturday from 9 am to 12 pm on January 21 and February 18. The office will close at noon on January 20 and February 17.
Financial Management Change Coming Soon!
We’re excited to announce the change in financial management from Community Property Management to Concord Consulting effective February 1, 2023. This will streamline administrative responsibilities and allow me to focus on YOU as well as the numerous projects for the community.
Please use the walking paths!
Two paths were created at the entry gate to keep those of you who exit on foot out of the traffic pattern. Please use them rather than walking in to what will likely be oncoming traffic when a vehicle is trying to enter the community.
And the Winner is…
Congratulations to the residents of 395!!! Please contact me to claim your prize! Thanks to all who participated in decorating their homes for the holidays. It was so much fun to see all the beautiful lights and different interpretations.
Remodeling Reminder
Please remember most remodeling work that exceeds $500 in materials and labor requires approval from the HOA, the City and a licensed contractor to complete the job. Failure to do so puts not only you at risk but your neighbors as well so you WILL be reported to Code Compliance.
Don’t Forget!! Resident Wifi Available in the Clubhouse during Office Hours
Community Living in a Snapshot
This is not an all inclusive list of the Rules and Regulations but it includes the most common issues management has to address.
For obvious safety reasons, the vehicular exit gate is to be used ONLY as an exit gate unless it’s been marked for entry/exit by the on site team. Please follow marked traffic patterns. Yellow arrows are painted on the roundabout parking for a reason. Please make sure you adhere to them even if it adds 3-5 seconds to your ability to park and/or leave. Because we take safety very seriously, all these WILL result in fines.
BEFORE you start any renovations in your unit, please contact the office for guidance on what requires approval.
Video doorbell products are quite popular. You can mount them on your screen or front door but they cannot be installed on the stucco.
If you live in a two bedroom unit, it may be a good idea to check the door on the top floor from time to time Make sure it’s clean and the hardware is functioning. During a recent walk through, some of the knobs and deadbolts appeared rusted shut. Because it’s a way for you to get out in the event of a fire, it’s important they work properly.
In most cases, it’s owner responsibility to complete minor plumbing repairs. If your shutoff under the fixture is not working properly and you need to shut off the main, it will affect your neighbors. Please make sure you notify everyone directly next to/above/below you at least 24 hours in advance for non-emergency repairs!
Flushable wipes are not flushable. If you use them, please do not flush them because even if they don’t clog your plumbing, it can and will cause and issue for your neighbors
Pool and spa area
Don’t eat food while IN the pool or spa
Persons who wear diapers must wear swim diapers
GLASS IS PROHIBITED IN THE ENTIRE AREA
Tampering with safety equipment-emergency shut off for the spa, life rings or hooks-is also prohibited.
If you bring “music” to the pool, remember you need personal listening devices.
Only four guest per household is allowed.
Please don’t put the Board in the position that they are forced to revoke your privilege to use the pool/spa.
Patios and balconies
Only furniture designed for outdoor use is permitted. Items such as coolers, folding “camping or beach style” chairs, tables designed for indoor use, etc. should be promptly moved inside when you’re no longer on your patio or balcony.
Storage of any kind is not permitted—mops and/or brooms, bicycles, fishing poles, empty planters to name just a few.
Pets cannot be left outside when you’re not home to monitor them and at NO TIME are pets allowed to use the patio area for their “restroom”.
Smoking is NOT permitted on patios or balconies.
Please do not hang anything over the patio or balcony railing to dry!
If you have an umbrella on your patio, please remember to put it down or store it out of view when it’s not in use
Mops and brooms should never be left on the patio or balcony.
Hose bibs in common area are not for use by residents. Most of the planters have been changed to a drip system which means less water waste because it’s being delivered directly to the plant. If the area around your home appears dry, please contact us so we can have the landscapers take a look at the irrigation.
Speaking of planters, please do not leave any personal items (potted plants, décor, hoses, etc.) in the planted areas outside your home.
Planting or removing plants in common area is prohibited. If it needs attention, reach out to me.
Considering cleaning your balcony? Please sweep and mop the area rather than dumping buckets of water on it. The neighbors below you will certainly appreciate not having dirty water invade their patio or bedroom window.
One of the largest grassy areas the community has is along Ventura Road. While socializing of residents and their pets is certainly welcome, please be mindful of the residents who live in the building by doing your best to keep barking to a minimum.
If it’s been a while since you cleaned your dryer vent line, please consider doing so. This is one of the most common factors for fires.
Please be mindful when parking. If you pull in too close to a white line, it doesn’t allow enough space for your parking neighbor to get in or out of their vehicle without some serious effort to risk damaging both vehicles. Not to mention parking is at a premium and it could make a space unusable.
Trash should NEVER be left outside your front door as it attracts critters and pests to the buildings. When you’re ready to remove trash from your home, please take it to and place inside the appropriate receptacle.
A note from the Community Manager
Hoping your holidays were enjoyable! For the first Christmas since his birth, we did not get to see our grandson but we watched him open gifts from Santa and Hannukah Harry via FaceTime. What a hoot that was but just not the same as being with him. I’m sure there’s a ton of grandparents here who understand.
Thank you to each of you who’ve supported the changes we’ve been making in an effort to better serve the needs of community in a more efficient and cost effective way. If you have any suggestions you think would benefit the entire community, please send me an email so we can add it to the owner forum portion of the monthly meetings. It is after all, your community!
Cheers to a very busy yet productive 2023!
Warm Regards, Dawn