EASTLAKE COMMUNITY WATCH

11/16/2009


Hello Neighbors,

Two representatives of the CVPD addressed nearly 150 Greens/Trails residents regarding a recent rash of home burglaries and auto thefts in our Eastlake neighborhoods. There were 18 reported incidents in Eastlake II/III through the month of October.

Officer Leo Banales provided general precautions to avoid being a victim of these crimes. He indicated the suspects have been focusing their efforts on easy targets, i.e., open garage doors, unlocked front/back/side doors, open windows etc. These crimes have generally occurred during daylight hours when the homes were unoccupied. Bottom line, lock your doors even if your only running to a local store for a few minutes.

A few tips offered:

Ensure you front door peep-hole does not have an obstructed view (seasonal wreath etc.)
Make good use of exterior lighting to include motion sensors.
All exterior doors should have a deadbolt with a one-inch throw.
Know who is at your door prior to opening.
Ensure your sliding door has a lift prevention kit installed on the top rail.
Place a security bar (sturdy wood or metal) in the bottom track of your sliding glass door.
Always close and lock your garage door.
Lock the door leading from your garage to home's interior.
Lock your vehicles and do not let your garage door opener in view (it is better to take it inside your home).


Officer Banales reminded residents to be alert to any/all suspicious activity or suspicous (out-of-place) persons in our neighborhood and not to hesistate to call dispatch at (619) 691-5151 to report suspicious activity. Do your best to have a description of the individual or car when calling. If you have unoccupied/vacant homes in your immediate neighborhood, keep an eye them as these have also been a draw for criminal activity.

Finally the issue of loud parties / loud noise was addressed. Noise complaints can be called in to dispatch (619) 691-5151 at any time, yes, even during the middle of the day. Officer Banales recounted when he was a patrol officer and would have to work the grave-yard shift and sleep during the day. Resources permitting CVPD will respond and inform the offender to reduce the volume.

Be alert and let's look out for one-another!

Our Plan for the Future

An association’s health is primarily measured by its financial status. Property values are negatively impacted by low reserve funds, failure to recoup delinquent assessments and unethical spending practices. The Board of Directors are hard at work to improve our equity through sound financial planning, fiscal responsibility, and maintaining focus on strengthening our assets. As a result, Bristolwood’s reserves are at over $68,000- more than double what they were just four years ago. As of August 2009 our total assets are over $83,000. After our latest budget review and acceptance we anticipate our reserves to be 100% funded as early as 3 years from now.
Review our plan for the coming years below.
The volunteer board and management team have a fiduciary responsibility to protect and maintain the HOA’s assets. This is our guide: Property Values are negatively affected by:
 LOW Reserve Funding levels (Bristolwood reserves steadily growing)
 Delinquencies (aggressive policy in place, small claims judgments, liens)
 High ratio of rental properties (monitor impact on HOA if any, i.e., CC&R compliance, assessment delinquency and open communication with homeowner, approximately ¼ of Bristolwood is rental property, plan for future potentials)
Reserve Funding
 Spreads replacement cost over the assets’ useful life. (Use reserve study to forecast projects)
 Try to maintain at least 80-100% of the “ideal” reserve funding. (Bristolwood at 60%)
 Reserve funding is disclosed (by law) to potential buyers and lenders. Under-funded
 reserves are a red flag.
 Review the reserve analyst’s assumptions.
IStrategic Planning
 Long-term vision for the community (Vision adopted)
 What will things look like in 10, 20 years? (still in planning stages)
 Use the Reserve Study to plan for upgrades and enhancements (Reserve study complete and in use for planning)
 5 year cash flow analysis
 Aggressive delinquency program (tracked and monitored by board and management)
 PLAN for desired cash levels and projects (in place)
 A
Management / Board Partnership
 Planning - have a long-term perspective
 Communication - open and consistent
 Prudence – careful and judicious decisions

October 2009 Election Results Are In!!!!

Good things have happened since our June 2009 Newsletter! The board appointed two additional members to the Board of Directors. In addition to these appointees, we had an election. Thank you for participating in the vote! Our Board of Directors are: President – Mrs. Michelle Kotas (reelected for a 2 year term) Vice President – Mr. Paul Piansay Treasurer – Mrs. Penny Daoodi (appointed August 2009) Secretary – Mrs. Elizabeth Rosas (appointed August 2009) Director – Mrs. Lorrie Clarke (reelected for a 2 year term) We appreciate your confidence in our leadership. Thank you for voting. We look forward to serving the Bristolwood community

BRISTOLWOOD HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATION ANNUAL MEETING NOTICE

BRISTOLWOOD HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATION ANNUAL MEETING NOTICE

September 4, 2009

Dear Homeowners,

The Annual Meeting for the BRISTOLWOOD Homeowners Association is scheduled to take place on:

Date: Monday, October 5, 2009
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Location: Clubhouse

The purpose of this meeting is to elect two (2) members to serve on the Board of Directors of the BRISTOLWOOD Homeowners Association for a term of two years.

It is very important that you attend this meeting, either in person or by proxy (the proxy also constitutes attendance at the meeting), since a quorum of 51% of the members is required to hold this meeting. Please fill out and return the enclosed proxy no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, October 2, 2009. If you send in a proxy and find you can attend, your proxy will be returned to you at the meeting.

If you cannot attend the meeting, you may give authorization to another member, person or the Board to vote on your behalf, by completing the enclosed “proxy” and giving your proxy and “Instructions to Proxy Holders” to that person. Your proxy holder must be present at the annual meeting to cast your votes.

Nominations may be made from the floor. The candidates receiving the highest number of votes shall be deemed elected. If you return your ballot by mail, your ballot cannot be returned to you at any time. If you return your ballot by mail and there is a nomination made from the floor, you will not be able to vote for that nominee. If a unit is owned by more than one person, only one ballot or proxy may be cast for that unit. “Cumulative Voting” will apply, which means that you may cast all of your votes for one person or divide the votes among the candidates. More than two votes will void the ballot.

*Important: effective July 1, 2006, there are new Election and Voting Procedures (California Civil Code 1363.03.) Please find the following election documents enclosed:

• Official Voting Instructions
• Homeowner Proxy
• Instructions to Proxy Holders
• Official Ballot
• Official Ballot Envelope (1st Envelope)
• Second Envelope

Thank you for your interest in the BRISTOLWOOD Homeowners Association. We look forward to seeing you at the meeting!

Sincerely,


Jessica McKenzie
CID Manager
YOUR VOICE AND VOTE COUNT

1st Annual Bristolwood Neighborhood BBQ

Saturday, September 5

East End of La Costa Ave.
11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Burgers & Hotdogs
Chips & Drinks

Come on out & meet
your neighbors!

(Paid for with Hospitality Account funds)

Welcome new Board Members

We would like to welcome two new Board Members to our HOA. That makes 5 board members now. The more the merrier. Thank you Penny & Elizabeth for your commitment to our HOA. We hope for your continued dedication in upholding the CC&Rs of our HOA and your active participation in the on-going projects.
The following changes have been made during our board meeting yesterday, Aug. 3rd.
Lorie has been promoted to Vice President. Penny has assumed Lorie's role as Treasurer. Paul still remains as the Board Secretary.

CONGRATULATIONS TEAM ! The streets look great after the recent slurry seal and repainting of the pavements. This should last for another 5 years. The addition of the speed bumps and 15 mph signs has certainly been effective in preventing speeders from driving recklessly in and out of our community.

OTAY WATER DISTRICT AT LEVEL 1 – DROUGHT WATCH

06/01/2009

The Otay Water District is at a Level 1 – Drought Watch and water conservation remains voluntary for customers in the district’s East County and South Bay service area. Otay Water District customers are not under the same water use restrictions as residents of the City of San Diego. Otay customers are achieving conservation goals through voluntary measures.

Because of the high level of water conservation that Otay Water District customers are achieving and a greater reliance on recycled water used for landscape irrigation, the Otay Water District has not instituted a Level 2 - Drought Alert, watering restrictions, or mandatory water conservation.

Past investments in recycled water infrastructure are contributing to the district achieving its conservation goals. Recycled water is a drought-proof supply of water used for landscape irrigation and the Otay Water District has one of the largest recycled water networks in San Diego County. Every gallon of recycled water used for landscape irrigation conserves a gallon of drinking water.

The district nevertheless continues to urge its customers to save water by:

• Repairing all water leaks promptly.
• Use a broom to clean paved surfaces such as sidewalks, driveways, or patios.
• When irrigating, stop water waste from runoff, overspray, broken or misdirected sprinkler heads.
• Irrigate before 10:00 a.m. and after 6:00 p.m. and no more than three days per week, 15 minutes per valve.
• Wash vehicles using a bucket and a hose with a positive shot-off nozzle, or use a commercial car wash that recycles water onsite.

Excerpt from Otay Water District website. For more information, visit www.otaywater.gov