Post Oak Forest Annual HOA meeting, January 30, 2018

Post Oak Forest Annual HOA meeting was held January 30, 2018 at 17 Forest Dr. Meeting was called to order at 7:30 PM.
Attendees: Carol Scamardo , Tom Ostrowski, Karen Dixon, Ozden Ochoa, Henry Geneczko, Kenneth and Kathy Johse, John Cozad, Jack and Carol Benson, David Hicks, Cherie Cotner, Jennifer Fredericks and Chandler, Alexis Dupre, Stephanie Sale, and Laine and Ted Totah
General business:  Tom Ostrowski introduced the new residents that were in attendance:
Shirley Sanford (#16), Alexis Dupre (#22) and David Hicks (#25).  We have two other new residents (Will Toliver #32 and Tom and Ronda Moore #10) who were not present.
Grounds report by Carol Scamardo: We are continuing our tree maintenance program.  Due to some extreme weather we have had we removed many trees last year.  We plan to keep on top of this issue this year so we have no roof damages, etc.
Treasury report by Kenneth Johse: Kenneth presented the 2017 income statement and the 2018 budget.  He also noted that we currently have $25,000 balance in the bank.  After 2018 we anticipate having a $7,000 balance in the bank. 2018 Capital improvement budget of $35,000 includes funds for pool house roof replacement, final costs on sign and landscaping and small amount for sprinkler repairs. The budget was approved.  Henry Geneczko brought up discussion concerning what amount of funds do we need or want to have in reserve for future years for unexpected emergencies.  This will be further discussed by the board.
Future Capital Improvements report by Tom:  Items expected to come up in 2019 and beyond: Patching and seal coating road in front of Units 18 thru 22. Cost: $8K – $10K.  We will also need to re-plaster the pool in the upcoming years.  This could cost $10K – $12K.
Architectural Control Committee:   Reminders on these various items were discussed.
i. Trash Bins: Stored in carports, at inconspicuous area, preferably towards rear of carport.
ii. Carports: Used for storage of motor vehicles, trash cans, small amounts of firewood & bicycles.
iii. Heavy/Bulk trash collection: neatly place and contained near the back of the designated location so cars can still park. Do not place before Sunday evening for Monday morning pick-up. Limited to items on city’s website.
iv. Any work performed on exterior of homes must be submitted for approval prior to commencing work. Please allow adequate time for ACC & Board to review submittals
v. Front & Rear Yards beyond 40’ x 80’ Lot Limits: Homeowner’s are restricted from performing landscaping or other work without approval from the board.
vi. General Maintenance of Properties: Painting, rotting wood, gutters & drainage, etc.
Ozden Ochoa suggested that notices be sent to homeowners who had property maintenance items that were not in compliance.
Carol Scamardo informed the group that the Texas Aggie Big Event was coming March 24th.  Ozden and Henry volunteered to guide any aggies that come if we send in a request for work to be done.
Two new board members were written in on the ballot and voted in: John Cozad and Cherie Cotner.  Debra Ware and Carol Scamardo were voted in for an additional three year term.
Jack Benson made a motion to adjourn the meeting and Carol seconded.  The meeting was adjourned at 8:55 PM.
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