Champion Lakes Minutes

January 10, 2005

Items discussed:

I. Erosion of flood plains property

A. Erosion of the properties backing up to the flood plains was discussed. As stated in the By-laws, that property is privately owned by the homeowners that back up to it. Therefore, the association is not liable to maintain or repair any damages to the properties. Refer to by-law 3.2.

II. Dues

A. Payment schedule of dues discussed. A possibility to consider for next year is, changing the payment schedule to bi-annually.

B. The board also hopes that by running the Association more efficiently we will be able give a credit toward dues for 2006. This is still to be seen and will be determined by the actual cost this year but it is our goal for 2005.

III. Violations

A. Boat complaints

1. Boat was given a 6-month waiver at a previous meeting. This time period will end in April. The allowance was for the boat to be removed by that time.

B. Commercial Vehicles

1. Letters have been sent to numerous homes concerning commercial vehicles being parked on the street or in the driveway. According to the by-laws these vehicles are not allowed and must be put in the garage. Failure to comply with the by-laws within 30 days will result in a fine.

2. 2 more commercial vehicles sight and complaints filed about them with the board. The board will send letters to each.

C. Window coverings

1. Complaint concerning bed sheets covering the windows. Letter to be sent.

IV. Non-payment of dues

A. Final notice has been sent certified mail by HOA and no payment or contact has been made by homeowners concerning non-payment of 2003-2004 dues. Board will obtain the services of an attorney to send final letter before legal action is taken. The cost of these services is to be added to the homeowner’s current bill.