Memo
To:
From: Village Condominium Association
Date:
Subject: 2007 Spring
Memo
Village Homeowners,
We have several important topics to communicate in the 2007
spring memo. They are:
- Village
Condominium Association policy on Grills
- Trash
/ recycling and bulky waste
- Parking etiquette
- Roof
leaks
- Clean-up
after pets
- Annual
unit inspections
- Proposed
major 2007 projects
Village Condominium Association policy on grills:
We would like to remind all owners that the use and storage
of barbecue grills is banned from all Village balconies, decks and common areas.
This policy was enacted to avoid a significant increase in insurance premiums,
i.e. several thousand dollars annually in addition to compliance with
Excerpt from
Village Association Bylaws:
“The use and the storage of charcoal and propane grills are
expressly prohibited on balconies, wood patios or in common areas. Barbecue grills may only be used in
designated grilling areas approved by the Village Association board of
directors. Owners should recognize that in accordance to Vermont Fire Codes,
NFPA 1 3-4.7 and NFPA 1 30-3.3.8.2, all types of barbecue grills and their
storage in and around public buildings are subject to regulation as to size and
usage.”
The association will continue to take action against violations of this policy. Owners renting their units are responsible for enforcing this policy with their tenants. The details of this policy can be found on the Village Association website.
Trash / recycling and bulky waste:
The Association pays several hundred dollars a year for the trash contractor to pick up items owners inappropriately disposed of in and around trash/recycle shed, e.g. dishwashers, tires etc. Owners are responsible for arranging for the disposal of bulky waste at their own expense. Our property agent Joe Boylan can assist you in arranging for bulky waste disposal.
Also, please help keep the trash and recycle room clean.
- Trash
in trash and recycle in recycle
- No plastic bags in recycling containers
See attached CSWD brochure for details on how to recycle
properly
The association continues to monitor trash/recycle shed, along with annually distributing memos to all owners in regards to proper disposal of garbage and recyclables. The association currently does not have a viable plan to further address these issues and would appreciate owners assistance in monitoring.
Parking etiquette:
Please observe basic courtesy when parking in the Village parking lot. Park in a way as to maximize the available parking space.
Excerpt from
Village Association Bylaws:
“Each unit
is entitled to one parking space near the unit. Specific locations may be
designated by the Board of Directors if authorized at an annual meeting of the
Association. All other cars will park in the unreserved parking areas of the
resort. No additional motor vehicles or trailers, boats or recreational
vehicles (registered or unregistered) are to be parked in condominium parking
lots, except temporarily and for short durations, but then only with prior
written approval of the Board of Directors.”
Roof Leaks
If you are
in a top floor unit please help us monitor the roof for leaks. If you notice
water damage on your ceiling or suspect an issue please report it to Joe Boylan
immediately.
Please clean up
after your pet:
This is an ongoing issue with ours and other Associations on the mountain. Rules of conduct like these are very difficult to enforce. The Association empirically can really only appeal to the pet owner's to be responsible.
A container for plastic bags has been installed in the recycling room. These bags can be used to clean up after your pets.
The
Village Association has addressed with the following:
- Signs posted at each
Village complex to clean up after your pets
- Revamped Bylaws and Rules
and Regulates to better clarify Association polices
- Regularly scheduled memos to all Village owners reiterating Association polices
- Continue to work with other Association to help curtail the issue
- Continue to reinforce Association policies at Annual owners meetings
- Board has furnished a
plastic bag dispenser for pet cleanup
In
addition, the Bolton Animal Control officer was notified of issues with pets
running loose and pet related issues
like these. Prompting a memo from the Town of
We
are looking for someone like you to head up an Association committee to, make
recommendations and see if the issue can be further addressed.
Annual unit inspections:
Annual unit inspection will be scheduled with each owner around the September timeframe, dependant on when we can get contractors lined up. These inspections are to meet building insurance requirements and to curtail property damage and insurance claims,
These inspections include:
·
Sprinkler System
·
Smoke Alarm
·
Fire Extinguishers
·
Chimney Cleaning
·
Carbon Monoxide Detectors
· Inspect sinks, bath, washer/dryer for any supply line, drain or vent issues
·
Hot water heater age
Proposed major 2007 projects:
1.) Ramp foot surface repair/replacement
Status:
approved
Plan to
sand and stain ramp foot surfaces, to be deployed spring 2007.
2.) Water drains below ramps
Status:
approved
Plan to install
additional drainage below ramps, to be deployed summer 2007.
3.) Building B rock wall falling apart
Status: investigating
Plan to have
repaired/removed with installation of water drainage improvements.
4.) Budget for new roof
Status: investigating
Plan to start
cash reserves to fund new roof in 4-5 years.
5.) Postal mail boxes
Status: investigating
Plan to install
Village mail boxes on Village property.
6.) Laundry room improvements
Status: on hold
Not pursing at
this time, will evaluate budget/need again in fall 2007.
7.) Trash/Recycling sheds improvements
Status: investigating
Plan to install door on recycle side and to
post permanent signs.
8.) Porch / Railing repairs
Status: investigating
Plan for ongoing
repairs.
9.) Misc.
exterior painting
Status: approved
Plan for ongoing exterior painting.
Village
association website:
As
always, details on this and all available Association information is readily
available on our Owners Forum Web Site:
Village association website:
https://home.comcast.net/~itele2/
password: garth
Please
do not hesitate to contact our Property Agent Joe Boylan or the Owners Forum web
site with any comments or concerns.
Joseph Boylan
Boylan Property
Management
802-660-8384
jessicaboylan@aol.com
