THE NEXT MEETING OF THE GRANDE PARK HOA BOARD IS
THURSDAY FEBRUARY 4, 2010
7 P.M. AT 1811 MYSTIC
ALL ARE WELCOME ~ PLEASE COME!!!!
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Animals Unchained in Durham
• Anti-tethering ordinance became effective January 1, 2010.
Durham, N.C. – Days of chaining the dog to the fence or tree are long gone. On Friday, January 1, the new Anti-Tethering Ordinance went into effect in Durham County. The ordinance, passed by the Durham Board of County Commissioners in September 2008, prohibits dogs from being bound by a chain or any type of tethering device. The ordinance also states that a dog owner cannot leave their animal unattended.
The anti-tethering ordinance is designed to protect dogs and citizens of Durham. Dogs left tied can be at risk of accidental choking or injuries from being entangled. Improper tie outs can result in dogs breaking the tie out and becoming a nuisance or danger to neighbors and other animals, getting lost, injured or even killed. Lack of human contact when dogs are tied out can lead to loneliness for the dog and even dog aggression.
To avoid potential problems for dogs kept outside, dog owners must install an above ground or underground fence. The minimum requirements for the fence are:
• 100 square feet for a dog under 20 pounds (10 x10 pen)
• 200 square feet for a dog over 20 pounds (10 x 20 pen)
Dog owners that violate the ordinance can receive a civil fine as small as 50 dollars, up to a more serious penalty of criminal charges.
The New Year has brought new rules for Durham County. For questions or more information about the new anti-tethering ordinance, contact the Durham County Animal Control Division at 919-560-0630.
Sunday, January 10, 2010
All of us who are members of the Grande Park Homeowners Association Board are deeply concerned about the condition of certain mailboxes in our community. As members of the HOA Board we do our best to be good neighbors in this community. But we believe our best can always be better, and we need your help.
You can help us by maintaining your property to the best of your abilities. It is preferred that mailboxes all remain the color as installed for the uniformity of the neighborhood. The Architectural Review Board (ARB) will accept written complaints concerning maintenance of properties in the neighborhood in an effort to maintain the visual and aesthetic quality of Grande Park. These issues will be handled on a case by case basis for the interest of those involved. Our desire is to keep the value of our homes as high as possible.
As president of the Board I am soliciting your help in lieu of trying to use other methods to bring the mailboxes and posts up to standards. You are invited to e-mail, call, or write a letter concerning this issue. Many of us have been hearing a lot of talk about this subject and we would like to hear from you. We have had some responses from concerned neighbors who have replaced or repaired their mailboxes and that response is just what we are looking for.
We cannot fix this problem without full neighborhood support. If this efforts fails to get the response we hope for then other actions that are less desiring will be taken.
Don McFarland
President, HOA Board
Annual Meeting update!
Only 2 people outside of the HOA Board of Directors showed up to the annual meeting! I guess that means the Board is doing a good job and there are no complaints by residents!?!
Here are the highlights from the meeting.
The Presidents annual report is pasted below.
The Yard of the month will be extended 1 month this year from June - September.
Shinnette Richmond's was extended another 2 years.
Karrie Comatas was appointed to the Board.
Mailboxes continue to be a concern since the appearance of the neighborhood is a huge factor in property values.
There continues to be a need for active Block Captains for the security of our neighborhood.
HOA Board President’s Annual Report (2009):
The year 2009 marked the 7th year for the Grande Park Homeowners Association. The Homeowners Board has continued the established programs that were in place during previous years. The HOA Board consist of 6 members.
Present members are:
Don McFarland – President
Shinnette Richmond – Vice President
Cynthia Duval – Secretary
Carol Hammett – Member
Yvonne Wright – Member
Cas Duval – Member
Morgan Property Management continued to represent Grande Park and Sheryl Morgan’s contract was renewed for another year.
Newton’s Landscaping was renewed for another year. Newton’s Landscaping has continued doing an excellent job. Everyone seems to be very satisfied.
The Social Committee, chaired by Carol Hammett and Shinnette Richmond, continued with events and programs such as the Easter Egg Hunt, the yard sale, the National Night Out and Caroling/Food collection for the Durham Rescue Mission in December. The $25.00 gift certificate was given to Amy Ludwig for the best Christmas decorations. These events were successful due to the tireless efforts put forth by these two chairpersons. Our community owes them and all the other residents who contributed, thank you on behalf of our community!!!!
The Street Representatives, established in 2004, continued to play a critical role in representing the neighborhood and making sure needed information was distributed to their respective groups. As of this time we have all nine street representative positions filled. We need others to step up and help in this endeavor. Based on the most recent statistics crimes can occur in any neighborhood.
The Grande Park Blog, maintained by Carol Hammett, continued to keep the neighborhood informed of current events. Carol has done an outstanding job.
(http://grandeparkhoa.blogspot.com/)
The Architectural Improvement Committee (ARC) continues to keep our neighborhood in compliance with the Architectural Guidelines that were established and then revised in August 2003. Cas Duval has continued to do an excellent job.
Appearance: Thanks to most of Grande Park homeowners for the way they have maintained their property’s appearance. One problem area is the way some animal owners continue to let the animals use the bathroom along Bivins and Umstead roads and have not picked up the animal’s droppings. I have also received complaints from some homeowners within the neighborhood itself. Each person is responsible for the cleanup of their animals mess. This is a continuing problem.
Stolen Property and Malicious Vandalism: Several homeowners have informed me that they have had items stolen. These incidents have happened recently and seem to be escalating. These problems and some other incidents have created the immediate need for improving the Neighborhood Watch Program. Anyone seeing someone stealing or vandalizing property should call 911 immediately. You may request that you not be identified if that is your desire.
Neighborhood Needs
1. 2 individuals to serve on the ARC
2. 2 individual to serve on the Social Committee
Thanks to each member of the board and committees during the past year. Your tireless efforts did not go unnoticed. Without your time and efforts this neighborhood would not be the fine place it is.
It has been my pleasure to serve as your HOA Board President for the past year. I appreciated your support and input.
Donald McFarland, Board President
Grande Park Homeowners Association
Only 2 people outside of the HOA Board of Directors showed up to the annual meeting! I guess that means the Board is doing a good job and there are no complaints by residents!?!
Here are the highlights from the meeting.
The Presidents annual report is pasted below.
The Yard of the month will be extended 1 month this year from June - September.
Shinnette Richmond's was extended another 2 years.
Karrie Comatas was appointed to the Board.
Mailboxes continue to be a concern since the appearance of the neighborhood is a huge factor in property values.
There continues to be a need for active Block Captains for the security of our neighborhood.
HOA Board President’s Annual Report (2009):
The year 2009 marked the 7th year for the Grande Park Homeowners Association. The Homeowners Board has continued the established programs that were in place during previous years. The HOA Board consist of 6 members.
Present members are:
Don McFarland – President
Shinnette Richmond – Vice President
Cynthia Duval – Secretary
Carol Hammett – Member
Yvonne Wright – Member
Cas Duval – Member
Morgan Property Management continued to represent Grande Park and Sheryl Morgan’s contract was renewed for another year.
Newton’s Landscaping was renewed for another year. Newton’s Landscaping has continued doing an excellent job. Everyone seems to be very satisfied.
The Social Committee, chaired by Carol Hammett and Shinnette Richmond, continued with events and programs such as the Easter Egg Hunt, the yard sale, the National Night Out and Caroling/Food collection for the Durham Rescue Mission in December. The $25.00 gift certificate was given to Amy Ludwig for the best Christmas decorations. These events were successful due to the tireless efforts put forth by these two chairpersons. Our community owes them and all the other residents who contributed, thank you on behalf of our community!!!!
The Street Representatives, established in 2004, continued to play a critical role in representing the neighborhood and making sure needed information was distributed to their respective groups. As of this time we have all nine street representative positions filled. We need others to step up and help in this endeavor. Based on the most recent statistics crimes can occur in any neighborhood.
The Grande Park Blog, maintained by Carol Hammett, continued to keep the neighborhood informed of current events. Carol has done an outstanding job.
(http://grandeparkhoa.blogspot.com/)
The Architectural Improvement Committee (ARC) continues to keep our neighborhood in compliance with the Architectural Guidelines that were established and then revised in August 2003. Cas Duval has continued to do an excellent job.
Appearance: Thanks to most of Grande Park homeowners for the way they have maintained their property’s appearance. One problem area is the way some animal owners continue to let the animals use the bathroom along Bivins and Umstead roads and have not picked up the animal’s droppings. I have also received complaints from some homeowners within the neighborhood itself. Each person is responsible for the cleanup of their animals mess. This is a continuing problem.
Stolen Property and Malicious Vandalism: Several homeowners have informed me that they have had items stolen. These incidents have happened recently and seem to be escalating. These problems and some other incidents have created the immediate need for improving the Neighborhood Watch Program. Anyone seeing someone stealing or vandalizing property should call 911 immediately. You may request that you not be identified if that is your desire.
Neighborhood Needs
1. 2 individuals to serve on the ARC
2. 2 individual to serve on the Social Committee
Thanks to each member of the board and committees during the past year. Your tireless efforts did not go unnoticed. Without your time and efforts this neighborhood would not be the fine place it is.
It has been my pleasure to serve as your HOA Board President for the past year. I appreciated your support and input.
Donald McFarland, Board President
Grande Park Homeowners Association
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
ANNUAL MEETING
You should have received a notice of the Grande Park annual meeting in the mail by now. This is a mandatory meeting of the HOA and is a great opportunity for you to come out and voice your opinions, good or bad and bring ideas and thoughts on how we can improve Grande Park to make it an even better place to live.
The agenda for the meeting is as follows:
Election of open seats on Board of Directors
Reports from officers and Committees
Financial reports & presentation of the 2010 budget
Any other business deemed necessary or desired
The Board has proposed that the annual 2010 dues increase to $235 per year, an increase that does not require a homeowner vote. I will post the Presidents Message as well as an update to the annual meeting here.
HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!
when: THURSDAY JANUARY 7, 2010 7PM
where: ALDERSGATE METHODIST CHURCH
what: GRANDE PARK ANNUAL MEETING
who : ALL GRANDE PARK RESIDENT THAT HAVE AN INTEREST IN THE WELL BEING OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD SHOULD ATTEND!
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