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Casitas 'De{ .'Amigos Homeowners' Association

September 2020

This month we began an assessment of property compliance with the

CC&R requirements for individual lot maintenance and appearance. Some

of us will get letters outlining things to take care of, but for the most part,

we want to encourage everyone to take care of just a few things. Trash and

recycle containers should not be visible from the street. Driveways should

be clean and not used for the storage of any items outside of storage units.

Unused vehicles such as golf carts should not be visible from the street. If

you have a "patio arrangement" at the back of your driveway, you should

have a visual barrier, so it is not visible from the street. Seldom used

vehicles should be washed often to avoid layers of dirt. Appliances, indoor

furniture, decorator items, or junk cannot be stored outside the home.

Patios, back yards, or side yards cannot be used as storage areas where

items are visible from the street or from our neighbor's home. If our back

yard is visible from homes at the top of a common area, we must make sure

they are a pleasant part of the view. While these suggestions may seem to

be intrusive to our private property rights, they are in recognition that we

live in a small community with small lots. Taking good care of our property,

maintaining our shrubs, trees, and other plants (including weeds) is one of

the ways we demonstrate that we care for our neighbors. If we see a

neighbor that needs help, we can lend a hand to help. All of these things

help maintain the great appearance and increase the value of our properties

and the desirability of our community.

Several projects were completed or initiated this month. After an

unannounced inspection by the State pool inspector, our pool was closed

pending a couple of small safety items. The self-closer on the gate was

replaced to ensure an automatic latch. A rope will be attached to the pool

life buoy pictured on the front cover. Our Manager, Milly, was able to get

permission to re-open the pool while the updates were made. The self­

closer on the laundry room door was also replaced. And several street lights

were replaced or repaired.

A pilot project to replace the sprinkler system timers with remote

units is continuing. This new technology eliminates the need for wires that

run long distances and often fail. It also allows for better maintenance of

individual sprinkler areas by the Landscaping company. Several sprinkler

heads were added and adjusted at the request of individual property

owners.

At the September 14th meeting at 5:30 pm on the patio, the Board

hopes to address the need for surveillance cameras to enhance our security

and discuss signage related to the speed limit, as well as other projects.

Each homeowner should have received a letter from the organization

retained to manage our election of officers for the three director positions.

Please notice the deadline dates to submit your application to run for a

board position, and the dates of the election. We encourage you to consider

running for one of these positions.

A special word of thanks is due to Michael Elkins, Vice President of

the Board of Directors, for obtaining the beautiful life buoy pictured on the

front cover.

CASITAS DEL AMIGOS HOMEOWNERS' ASSOCIATION

REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

MINUTES July 13, 2020

ONSITE-1195 La Moree Road San Marcos, CA. 92078

Present: Dwight Reimer- President; Michael Elkins-Vice President; Minnie Gomez-Treasurer; Adalyn Slattery­

Secretary; William Cryan - Director and Milly Pena-CMCA-AMS representing Smarter HOA Solutions. Eighteen {18) homeowners were in attendance

Absent: None

CALL TO ORDER

The Regular Meeting was called to order at 5:37 p.m.

Executive Disclosures

);> Management reported that the Board will soon resu

o Notices will be sent to Owners and Hearing he HOA Rules and Regulations.

);> The Board is working on the delinquencies and paymen

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

The Board of Directors reviewed the minutes

);> Motion: d by Mr. Cryan to approve the June 8, 2020

);> Vote:

FINANCIAL REPORT - June

Mr. Reimer reported:

Balance Sheet: Cash Operating A/R Bankruptcy Net Receivables

As mentioned above.

May $48,660 $14,320

June $47,290 $16,728

$4,850 $11,878

The Board suggested to write off bad debt starting new FY budget, 2021.

Reserve Fund Net Reserve

Income Statement

NET INCOME Feb ($230)

$265,552 $267,796

April $6,999

$270,040 $263,440

May $10,841

Motion: To approve the June 2020 financials as reported.

Vote: 5-0 Resolved: As mentioned above.

June $18,467

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FINANCIAL REPORT-June 2020 (continuation}

Note: During this time, Mr. Reimer communicated to the Members the possibility to install the solar panels at the pool to heat up the bailer. Installation could be done on the roof. Cost is between $10,000-$11,000. Further discussion required.

liens

No liens were approved/ announced.

NEW BUSINESS

I. Street Sweeping - Mr. Elkins obtained pricing on performing the Community's street sweeping. Minimum

amount was $500 for either once or twice per month. There were a few suggestions from the Members

regarding the price. Mr. Elkins will work further on this and will report further at the next meeting.

II. Next Meeting -August 10, 2020. During this meeting the Association's updated election rules will be

adopted/approved.

a. Inspector of Elections - Management reported that an inspector may cost the Association at least

$800. The Board will vote on this matter at the August meeti g. It was noted that due to the

deadlines, the annual meeting might be delayed.

PRESIDENT REPORT I MANAGEMENT REPORT

}ii;> Janitorial Services Clarification - Management informe rvices are performed once per

week.

}ii;> Hydrant Testing-The hydrant testing has been comp )- Landscape Report- Mr. Reimer reported that

estimates.

o Management informed the Members ptions with regards to erosion control on the

d may consider hydroseeding. Hydroseeding contractors will be invit further evaluated. Ad considered.

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tth d to make recommendations. This matter will be on of new and strong plant material might be

plants were provided: Acacias, Russian Cypress, Ice Plants.

rs - Board will approve the purchase of 5 battery powered

een $400 -$500. anagement will follow up with the landscapers .

n's Govern in Documents - Mr. Elkins informed the Members that the

outdated covenants need revision due to the variations from the law. Mr. Elkins will consult with the Association's attorney and will report further.

}ii;> Slope Solutions - Mr. Elkins briefly reported on the current work being performed at the slopes. The

completion of the project should be finalized within the next 2-3 weeks.

COMMITTEES

Architectural Committee

Motion: To approve Ms. Dawn Taylor as the Architectural Committee Chair.

Vote: 5-0 Resolved: As mentioned above.

Ms. Taylor was in attendance. Appointment was accepted.

Security/Patrolling

Motion: To approve Mr. Cryan as the Security Committee Chair.

Vote: 5-0 Resolved: As mentioned above.

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COMMITTEES (continuation)

Mr. Cryan informed the Members that he is working on obtaining pricing for the installation of cameras around the

pool area.

OPEN FORUM

The following concerns were brought during the Open Forum:

1. Sprinkler time and for how long 2. Control valve leak near #18 3. Speed Bumps 4. Pickleball

ADJOURNMENT

The meeting was adjourned at 7:24 p.m.

Director Signature

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CASITAS DEL AMIGOS HOMEOWNERS' ASSOCIATION

REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

MINUTES August 10, 2020

ONSITE-1195 La Moree Road San Marcos, CA. 92078

Present: Dwight Reimer- President; Michael Elkins-Vice President; Minnie Gomez-Treasurer; Adalyn Slattery­

Secretary; William Cryan - Director and Milly Pena-CMCA-AMS representing Smarter HOA

Solutions. Eighteen (13) homeowners were in attendance

Absent: None

CALL TO ORDER

The Regular Meeting was called to order at 5:34 p.m.

Executive Disclosures

};>- Management informed the Members in attendance that as soon as next week violation notices will be

mailed for those Owners in breach of the Association's Rules and Regulations.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

The Board of Directors r

};>- Motion: ove the June 8, 2020

};>- Vote:

Note: The Board informed Management that the June's regular meeting minutes need revision under the following:

• Directors Term Expiration: One seat is until 12/31/2020 (Adalyn Slattery) and the other seat is until

12/31/2021 (William Cryan).

FINANCIAL REPORT - July 2020

Mr. Reimer reported:

Balance Sheet: Cash Operating A/R

Reserve Fund

April $33,106

3010 Reserve Replacement

Income Statement NET INCOME

May $48,660

June $$47,290 $16,728

(3 slope projects July I Aug. 2020)

Motion: To approve the July 2020 financials as reported .

Motion made by Mrs. Gomez, seconded by Mr. Elkins.

Vote: 5-0 Resolved: As mentioned above.

July $47,107 $16,393

$58,554 $13,800

July $20,764

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FINANCIAL REPORT-July 2020 (continuation)

No liens were approved/announced.

OLD BUSINESS

1. Approval of the Updated Election Rules- as previously approved by the Board, legal counsel drafted the updated election rules. The updated election rules were mailed to all Members.

);>. Motion: Motion made by Mr. Elkins, seconded by Mrs. Gomez to approve the Attorney's updated election rules as submitted. Motion carried.

Vote: 5-0 Resolved: As mentioned above.

2. Installation of Cameras - Mr. Cryan made the following report:

);>. Two quotes have been submitted. Waiting on the 3rd quote. The proposed locations are: by the RV

parking area, 2 by the office. The Board will be discussing this subject further.

NEW BUSINESS

I. Inspector of Elections

II.

a. Motion, second and a vote: The Board unanimously approved for a third-party Inspector of Elections (Election Experts) to conduct the Association's Annual Election Membership Meeting. The

meeting is anticipated to take place on 11/23/2020. Notification to all Members will be mailed accordingly.

Tree Trimming -

Management wi rimming or removal.

PRESIDENT REPORT/ MANAGEMENT REPORT

);>. Gas Leak - Mr. Reimer informed the Members in attendance of the gas leak as detected by SDG&E. the

location of the leak was at the laundry room. Riptide Industries was hired to make the necessary repairs

and rebuild the gas line. This was an emergency. Cost was approximately $2,500.

o Survey- Board will consider a survey regarding HOA laundry facility. );>- Lighting Repairs - Mr. Reimer briefly presented his suggestion in converting all lighting into solar. Some

lighting repairs have been completed. Recommendations were made to consider the replacement of all

light fixtures throughout the park. );>- Solar - It was recommended that a survey should be sent to the Members for feedback on this project.

);;;> Landscape Report

o The Bluetooth controllers previously approved by the Board should be installed soon.

o Hydroseeding - Pending. • Mr. Reimer explained that according to the hydroseeding experts the erosion can be

avoided by having plant coverage as it protects the soil.

• Ivy plant was recommended.

• Juniper- there were concerns regarding allergies. o The Board will soon decide regarding the plant material to complete the slopes.

o Slopes repairs have been completed.

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Landscape Report (continuation)

o Water pooling behind #114- Management advised that communication between CDA and La

Moree community has taken place. Management received an email from the management office

stating that they have noticed water surfacing on the streets throughout the community. Based on

the correspondence, the community will be having an engineering company to visit the site and

evaluate the situation. CDA Management office will update the Board when further information is

provided.

);;>- Possible Revision to the Association's Governing Documents -COMMITIEES

Committee

Motion: To approve Ms. Debbie Cassidy as the Welcome Committee Chair. Motion by Mr. Reimer,

seconded by Mr. Cryan.

Vote: 5-0 Resolved: As mentioned above.

The Board thanked Ms. Dawn Taylor regarding her volunteer position as the Architectural Committee Chair.

Note: a committee should be formed for open areas activities.

Security/Patrolling

Mr. Cryan report: F T • Possibly condu

• Report outsiders ...._ _ __. • Neighbors to be aware of strangers and report them to the police

o Collect as much information as possible.

OPEN FORUM

The following concerns were brought during the Open Forum :

1. Pick up after your pet 2. Respect private property 3. Speeding

4. Pickleball petition presented to the Board of Directors - Board will discuss further a. Extend concrete

b. There will be no permanent structure 5. Benefits of heating the pool 6. Blocking view 7. Recycling

ADJOURNMENT

The meeting was adjourned at 7:32 p.m.

Director Signature

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In the Library - September 2020

Blind Descent by Nevada Barr

The word "spelunking' sounds like a sneeze. It's anything but. The 15th century

definition of the word spelunk is "a recreational sport of exploring caves"; but no one calls it

spelunking anymore. The acceptable term is 'caving'. Besides being a recreational hobby,

the study of caving, speleology, & those who practice it, speleologists, has wide-range scientific

& cultural values.

Caving & study thereof represents nature's final frontier -- a subterranean universe of

mazelike passages, tight crawl spaces, vast chambers, deep crevices, cascading waterfalls,

bizarre creatures & extraordinary natural sculptures just waiting to be discovered .

Now that you know more about caving than you ever wanted to ... read Blind Descent.

It will give you chills & thrills, & if you really don't like tight spaces, crawling around in total

darkness, & total silence ... get your flashlight & take the plunge. It's a thriller!

"You can hear the cave breathe."

Park Ranger Anna Pigeon is enjoying the open spaces of Colorado when she receives

an urgent call from a fellow ranger who has been injured while exploring Lechugu illa

Cavern*, a cave in New Mexico's Carlsbad Cavern Park. Because her friend's desperate

call for extrication, Anna swallows her paralyzing fear of tiny cramped crawl spaces, & cliffs

ending in bottomless pits shrouded in the silent blackness. She descends into the

unknown. Worse than the claustrophobia that haunts her are questions that arise - an

accident...or not. Her friend has died before she could be reached .

In this underground wilderness, Anna must learn the answer.

*Lechuguilla Cavern is a man-eating cave discovered in New Mexico's Carlsbad Caverns

National Park in the mid-1980s. Estimated to extend for more than three hundred miles,

only ninety of them mapped, the cave was formed by acid burn ing away the limestone;

corridors, pits, cramped wormholes, cliffs, & splendid rooms the size of football fields

tangle together in a maze shrouded in the utter darkness of the underground.

Birthdays & Anniversaries

Birthdays

1 Bob Lawton

1 David Sarikhan

9 Pepe Castro

15 Maggie Buckley

19 Maud Middleton

20 Joann Barnette

29 Linda Wagner

30 Patti White

Anniversaries

2 Luis & Maggie Lara

3 Del & Barbara Jones

12 Mark & Debbie Wensman