Heather Pointe Homeowners Association
November 5, 2011
9:00a.m. @ Pinson Community Center
6230 Dry Creek Rd.
Pinson, Alabama 35216
Attendees signed in and received a copy of the agenda and finances for July-October 2011.
The Heather Pointe Homeowners Association (HOA) meeting was called to order by the President, Liz Reiff at 9:00am. Invocation and roll call was also done the President. In attendance were Liz Reiff- President, Sylvia McClain- Secretary, Elaine Perry-Treasurer, and Sabrina Gaddy- Metcalf Realty Co. Representative.
A motion to waive the reading of the minutes and approve as written from the June 18, 2011 meeting was made by Sylvia McClain and seconded by Elaine Perry. The motion passed.
Treasurer, Elaine Perry made a motion that the amount of $10,248.67 be paid for bills incurred from July 2011 through October 2011. The motion was seconded by Sylvia McClain. The motion passed.
Sylvia McClain gave a report on National Night Out stating that the event was a success. Pinson’s Mayor Sanders as well as Councilor Churchwell were in attendance. The Pinson City Councill furnished refreshments for the event. Other public service organizations making an appearance were Center Point Fire and Rescue and The Sheriff’s Department. Adults, children and pets met other neighbors in the Heather Pointe community. For a first time event NNO was a success.
In old business, 37 liens were placed on April 11, 2011 and 20 in July 2011
Elaine Perry stated that Metcalf has done a good job and that she is pleased with the outcome. She further stated that she did not move to Heather Pointe to live in a slum and that other occupants need to step up and lend a hand in overseeing the HOA. Without any leadership the community is destined to fall into decline. She was adamant about the possibility of the street lights stating that this is when many break-ins in the past occurred and break-ins tend to increase during holiday seasons.
Liz Reiff stated that if there is no money to pay for lights then Alabama Power will automatically turn them out.
Further, if Heather Pointe is to continue as a community without the ravages of neglect and depreciation of property values dues will need to be paid and new board members will need to step forward. The present board has stated that they will no longer serve at the end of 2011. Consenting to pay association dues yearly was part of the contract homeowners signed when closing on their homes. Paying HOA dues is not an option but a legal binding.
Liz Reiff stated that the lights on either side of the front entrance tend to go out when there is a heavy rain.
Sylvia McClain canvassed several plumbing companies to obtain the best estimate for back flow testing. The best estimate was given by John’s Plumbing at $125. Back flow testing by a certified plumber is required by Birmingham Water Works each year. Sylvia also suggested sending out an e-mail to all residents asking if there is a certified plumber living in the community who could do this free of charge.
The contract with Metcalf Realty Co. is up in January of 2012. Metcalf has done much pro bono.
Liz Reiff said that she was grateful to those who had paid their dues and asked that those attending circulate the need for new officers for 2012.
Resident comments and concerns included:
1. Are the homes that are up for auction bringing down the home values of others in the community? The answer was yes, from Sabrina Gaddy. She further stated that if a good price is not achieved at the auction, auctioneers will reschedule the auction but not make that knowledge public.
2. The brown dog that belongs to the residents at 103 St. John Rd. is a nuisance, tearing open garbage, chasing children. Residents should call make complaints to the Pinson City Hall regarding the dog and also attend Council meetings and voice concerns.
3. The common area that backs the homes on the highway 75 side can be purchased but everyone on that side of the street would have to be in accord about it and purchase it. Extending a privacy fence beyond his legal property line is not advised. To extend a fence beyond legal boundaries could result in legalities later because that property does not belong to the property owner.
4. A concern was voiced about the home on St. John that allows garbage to collect without disposing of it.
5. Neighbor has high grass.
6. How many homes have liens?
7. What can we do to let people know they are needed to serve on the board?
A motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Sylvia McClain and seconded by Liz Reiff. The meeting was adjourned at 9:45 am
