HAWKES BLUFF HOMEOWNERS' ASSOCIATION

Board Meeting

 

Date: Tuesday, June 23, 1998

Location: Community Room, Davie Fire Station

 

Directors Present:

Howard Neu, Jay Stahl, Gretchen Farmer, Don Elbert, Mo Christie, John Pickett and Maria Donohue

The meeting was commenced by Howard Neu at approximately 7:30 P.M.

1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

The May 19, 1998 minutes were approved, subject to the discussed revision.

2. TREASURER'S REPORT

We are continuing to receive checks. As of date of last meeting, homeowners shown as owing dues for '97 and '98 were forwarded to the Association's attorney for collection; however, there were a few exceptions. Howard Neu had spoken with the Parkers regarding '97. They were requested to furnish evidence that the payment was made. There were 9 homeowners shown as owing for '97. There were approximately 10 homeowners shown as owing for '98. Three liens had been filed against Fernandez, Mistein and Espinoso.

3. PRESIDENTS REPORT

A. Regarding Joe Manganaro's dog problem, Howard Neu had spoke to Code Enforce and Animal Control. Letters were written to Town of Davie and Broward County. Police Department advised that court date was pending regarding citation for enforcement of noise ordinance and nuisance.

B. A letter was prepared on May 22nd to be sent to all homeowners regarding the new Bylaws (not yet copied).

C. Bob Rawls advised Town Council had approved 5 speed humps: 1 to be located by the dam, 1 between the two lakes on Hawkes Bluff and 1 on Huntridge between the two lakes. The other two locations are pending homeowner approval which the Association must obtain. The Town's engineers will be coming out to the area soon.

D. Per the City of Sunrise, the swale alongside the horse farm is to be repaired/resodded by the subcontractor who had caused the damage.

E. Bob Sammons called regarding a crowing rooster (around 5:00 A.M.). Since the owner of the rooster is not a Hawkes Bluff resident, Bob will be invited to attend the next meeting to discuss his alternatives.

F. Met with Mayor Venis and Bob Rawls regarding holding a special meeting with Hawkes Bluff and Waverly 100 residents regarding the blasting being done for the movie theater, etc. Advised that the Town would conduct a survey and would be sending out approximately 400 letters regarding damages.

4. MISCELLANEOUS

A. On June 5th a meeting was held regarding I-75. It was attended by homeowners whose homes abut 1-75. Discussions concerned improved landscaping, replacing 4' fence with 6' chainlink fence, etc. Homeowners were disappointed by what DOT was offering. Also discussed the fact that the high speed train may be placed in the median. No work will be commenced for approximately 15-18 months. Mo would place an article in the newsletter regarding this issue. It was also suggested that the Board should voice its displeasure with DOT's proposed actions.

B. The impatiens shoud be replaced with annuals. Also, the sprinklers for the common areas should be fixed.

C. Several homeowners in attendance at the meeting voiced their displeasure with the upkeep/condition of the area by the lake (on Sterling) A motion was made by Jay Stahl and seconded by John Pickett (motion passed) that the South Broward Drainage District be contacted regarding the Association taking over maintenance since the unsightliness of the area has a direct impact on our community.

D. Bob Flatley and/or Bob Rawls were to be contacted regarding the median beautification.

E. It was requested that the next newsletter contain statements regarding continued maintenance of property, no overnight parking of motor homes (if seen from the street), and no parking on sidewalks.

F. The Board confirmed that they are not working on pushing the issue of gates. What the Board is concerned with is the improvements to be made to the north entrance and the installation of the speed humps. Norman Rose advised the Board that he knows an architect who will draw up plans, at no charge to the Association. The Board gave Norman Rose the go ahead to contact him.

5. NEXT GENERAL MEETING

The next meeting will be held on July 28, 1998 at the Community Room.

There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at approximately 9:15 p.m.

 

Respectfully submitted

 

Gretchen Farmer

Recording Secretary