There was an important job to be done, and EVERYBODY was sure that SOMEBODY would do it. ANYBODY could have done it, but NOBODY did it. SOMEBODY got angry about that, because it was EVERYBODY'S job. EVERYBODY thought SOMEBODY would do it but NOBODY realized that EVERYBODY would not do it. It ended up that EVERYBODY blamed SOMEBODY when NOBODY did what ANYBODY could have done.
Compared to some neighborhoods the dues for Heather Pointe are hardly a drop in the bucket. Truly not enough to work with. Apparently, when the amount was established it was thought that everyone would abide by the rules and live happily ever after. Not so. We live in the real world and not Mayberry. To date there are a number of homeowners who haven't paid their dues. They have received the three letters and still have not complied. The next step is legal action. Legal action requires an attorney. Liens on properties with unpaid dues are in the works with the property owner paying all legal costs. Anyone purchasing a home in Heather Pointe was made aware of the yearly dues when the Covenant was signed.
Presently there remain 2 members on the HOA board, Secretary and Treasurer. The Treasurer has been gracious enough to continue paying bills. Without his volunteer service we would be without streetlights, unsightly common areas (remember how it was earlier this summer?) as well as other neccesities that require upkeep. (see lights out !) Originally dues were to be paid the month that homeowners took ownership . Composing a yearly budget with money drifting in here and there is next to impossible. In order for a budget to be established the Treasurer needs to know what funds he's working with. That is why this year you received a pro-rated invoice. All dues are now due in February.
The offices of President and Vice-President remain open as well as committees. In the fall at the annual meeting all offices will need to be filled as well as committee chairs. Encumbents will be more than happy to assist new officers. The potential of turning everything over to a management company has been discussed . There are positives and negatives. . This could possibly result in vastly increased dues, slow or no action regarding covenant complaints, swift action on legal matters netting the company commissions.
If you value your investment you will become involved.
Everybody can help Anybody so that Nobody won't be the only Somebody doing it all.
***We apologize for the misspelling of Heather Pointe on the announcement flyer
