The minutes from the February 6 HOA Board Meeting has been posted on the HOA Page tab on our website. Here is a summary of some key topics that were discussed.
Covenant
The Board recently received a complaint about existing covenant violations in the Gardens. A review of the complaint and a discussion with the HOA lawyer confirmed that the violations in question occurred 10 to 20 years ago and cannot be corrected. However, this review also highlight existing violations with the trash cans that must be addressed.
Garbage Cans
The Covenants state: “All garbage will be placed in refuse containers and shall not be placed or permitted to remain at the front or rear of the dwelling either within the street or within the alley or upon the Lot, except on those days scheduled for garbage and refuse collection…” The HOA Board recognizes that trash cans in the alley are a Covenant violation. The entire Board concurred with trash cans being visible in the alley, as long as, neatly situated next to the house not in the alley. To change the covenant or restrictions regarding the trash cans requires 75% approval of the Community (one vote per house). NOTE: Look for information about the proposed language change and voting procedure.
HOA Dues
The annual HOA dues have been set at $150 per household for a number of years. Your Board members are acutely aware of the consequences of not anticipating inflation going forward. The time has come to decide what we are willing to pay and/or to get physically involved in maintaining this beautiful area in which we live. The proposal on the table is to add a $25 increase to the annual dues beginning in 2024. Share your ideas and concerns at the April 16 HOA General Meeting & Spring Fling.
LegalFund
Over the past year, our Community has been dealing with the “tree problem” on Jones Maltsberger just outside our fence. With the assistance of District 9 councilman Courage and his staff, there has been many positive moves. However, there is the HOA received a letter from the City of San Antonio (our city councilman) indicating the City is attempting to put the responsibility of property maintenance (including trees) on the property owners and/or the HOA. Therefore, the HOA Board is establishing a voluntary Legal Fund as a precaution. Share your ideas and concerns at the April 16 HOA General Meeting & Spring Fling.