Question 6 Free-Text Responses

Question 6 Free-Text Responses

1.If HOA ownership of the fence is inevitable, it makes some sense to start collecting a minimal fee now if the money is guaranteed to be set aside and held for this actual project and not thrown in the general fund in the future. Owners along the fence should contribute an additional amount - at least as much as it would cost them to replace that fence section with cedar wood fencing, just as I am paying to replace my cedar fence that faces the hike and bike trail.

2.If we know about the need replacement 10-15 years in advance, then a portion of the current dues should go toward a designated "fence replacement fund" that is earmarked specifically for this purpose.

3.ONLY if limestone is chosen. I would not support the raising of dues for another woodcrete fence. Again, I think it is a collossal WASTE of our money.

4.Whether I support it or not there is likely a need to raise these at some time. Whether it be for the fence or any other need for the community as a whole. I would say yes but it woudl depend on what are looking at as to the amount. Maybe special assessments. Look at other neighborhoods. I have a friend in Cat Hollow that is doing this right now. There are a few places to fix from what was reported and I have not heard of replacing all the fencing at one time so where is that statement coming from?

5.HOA dues is already too high.

6.I would like to see a long-term neighborhood plan which would detail maintenance of all HOA facilities/obligations (pool, fountains, pumps, tennis courts, fences, basketball courts, playgrounds, trail, signs, lighting, mailbox areas, etc.) before I would make a decision on raising dues. I would hope this long-term plan could be developed for discussion at the next annual meeting.

7.Woodcrete fence owners are required to pay for fence repairs per the existing HOA rules. It is unethical to allow the HOA to pick and choose who is not held to this contract.

8.Between an additional $10 and $30 per month.

9.I don't support raising any HOA dues until the board works with the homeowners to develop a list of improvements and their budgets, and then decide on the priorities for what is reasonable. It is ridiculous to spend money in reserves just because we have it available. What would we do if a storm blew the roof off the pool pavilion or destroyed some other common owned piece of property. Then we are right back at special assessments.

10.I think money should be set aside from the current budget to plan for the expense.

11.By whatever it takes. Have you seen neighborhoods that have wood fences lining the main thouroufares? Just drive down Great Oaks from Hillside to O'Connor and turn your head both ways. Now that is junky.

12.I would like to know how much money is currently going into the reserve fund for capital improvements. I would be willing to see the HOA dues increase by the amount needed to fund an account solely for the purpose of replacing the fence in 10-15 years. Somewhere in the $3 to $5 range.

13.My first choice is to have an increase in my monthly dues NOW to begin building a pool of money to eventually replace the fence in 10 years or so. I am also not opposed to a special assessment as noted in Q7, however, I believe the current woodcrete fence looks fine except for the few areas on Morgan Hill where the fence if shifting. I would hope we wouldn't need any replacement for at least 10 years or more.

14.I would support an increase in HOA dues, but the actual amount depends on what the actual fence material is. I want a quallity, long lasting fence, and don't think a cedar fence is an option, but do not want to write a blank check.

15.again the woodcrete fence is made of concrete and will llast a lifetime