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Summer 2015 | Wingfield Springs Community Association Newsletter
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elcome to the summer of 2015. Time to make use of our elaborate network of paths, parks, the golf courses and the club pool facilities. Get in shape Wingfield Springs! Summer is always a busy time for your Board and the services partners. Landscape maintenance ramps up to full operation by the time of this reading. Our safety patrol is also in full operation due to children out of school plus ample people and vehicle traffic. Our Association management partner fields a significant more number of phone calls largely resulting from this rise in general activity. Busy, busy, busy… and all good! Aspects for owners to help us with: we experience a significant increase of children and teens using the streets for skateboarding and other such activities. Of course there is danger when kids are on the street especially during higher vehicle traffic times (commute hours, construction areas, trash pickup days, etc.). Try to at least avoid the high risk time periods by keeping the kids off the street. I realize it is a bit of a challenge but an accident can be life changing for our youngsters. Enough said! Respecting the common areas and golf course grounds: the dog waste issue seems to have improved. Let’s continue on that good trend. We have seen tree branches broken from large vehicle/trailer parking carelessly and from children up to no good; let’s be careful in this area and report any related irresponsible activity to our patrol service. Common area irrigation water (always a favorite). Director Jones is the prime Board representative on this topic. See his more detailed article inside. As a form of introduction to his article, I submit the following: the drought condition (although softened slightly by the May/June rains) remains at alert levels. This means we must remain vigilant about our water consumption, and more so about conservation strategies. We have significantly come down from over 300 acre feet to the 160–170 range in recent years. We are faced with the challenge of reducing this by yet another 40–50%. Stay tuned for more development on this subject.
“The drought condition remains at alert levels. This means we must remain vigilant about our water consumption, and more so about conservation strategies.”
Projects’ Progress Report • Singing Hills: Take a drive/walk on Old Waverly all the way around. You will notice the strip between curb and sidewalk is ready for final installation. Trees are planted and irrigation installation is complete. Baring a disaster this phase should complete this summer. • The security technology project is nearing completion of phase II. We are wrestling with last minute challenges that are now well in hand. One more installation before entering phase III, a rover pack. • Our tree inventory project is also nearing completion. The resulting elaborate and detailed database will allow us to better prioritize our approach for servicing our trees. FYI, we have near four thousand common area trees in our community.
I am sure you folks have your projects to embellish your properties as well. Pay attention to the most visible and impacting to your and your neighbor’s properties. At the top of the list: repair your fences; keep your shrubs neatly trimmed especially the ones bordering public sidewalks; keep your lawn in good condition; maybe a paint refresh or power wash to the house? Just a few examples. On behalf of the entire Board and of our business partners, we wish you a great summer. Drive carefully wherever you go. The next Board meeting is scheduled July 23, 6 p.m. in the private club across from David’s Restaurant.
Bob Denis
PRESIDENT, WINGFIELD SPRINGS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
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Wingfield Springs
Community Association Newsletter WSCA Board of Directors PRESIDENT VICE PRESIDENT SECRETARY TREASURER DIRECTOR
Bob Denis, calraisin1@outlook.com Lou Dauria, eplus@aol.com Marilyn Brainard, mebrain@att.net Ray Case, rcase275@gmail.com Richard Jones, rijonesjr@juno.com
Handy Phone Numbers & Information ASSOCIA SIERRA NORTH Telephone: (775) 626-7333 Facsimile: (775) 626-7374 Website: www.wingfieldspringshoa.org Email: wfsservice@associasn.com Office Hours: 8 am–5 pm Monday through Friday; the phone lines shut down at 4 pm on Friday. WINGFIELD SPRINGS COMMUNITY PATROL (775) 722-6270 Call 911 for emergency services; ambulance, fire, police. Red Hawk Swim & Fitness Center David’s Grill at Red Hawk Red Hawk Golf Club Washoe County Regional Animal Services Sparks Police Department (Non-emergency) Reno Green Landscaping Call immediately for water related issues.
(775) 626-8699 (775) 626-1000 (775) 626-4599 (775) 353-8900 (775) 353-2231 (775) 852-8952
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ello Everyone! Can you believe we are already more than halfway through this year? Where has the first half of 2015 gone? I hope that everybody is enjoying their summer so far. Summer time means there is lot of Northern Nevada events to enjoy; be sure to check out the Events section in this edition. Summer time also means upkeep of properties including landscaping and any necessary maintenance items. As mentioned in the previous two Hawk Talk editions, we have been looking closely at homes in need of painting and taking appropriate reminder and enforcement action. Thank you to the many owners that have already complied by either having their house painted or are in the process of having their house painted. We greatly appreciate these efforts. We have also been addressing the vacant lots in need of maintenance within the community. We have noticed quite an overall improvement with the vacant lot upkeep over the past few years. However, there are still some owners that have not complied and these are being addressed accordingly. There were 122 letters sent for homes in need of painting this quarter. There were 66 letters sent for vacant lots in need of maintenance this quarter. Remember that weed-infested lots affect all owners’ property values. Even if you don’t plan to build on your lot now, your negligence impacts all of us. Please be part of the solution and help lessen administrative expenses in sending notices. Many owners have been pro-active in wanting to enhance their property in one way or another by submitting architectural and/ or landscaping plans to the Design Review Committee. It is exciting to see this activity! The Design Review Committee currently meets every two weeks. There were a total of 49 plans approved and 5 plans denied this quarter by the Committee. On the subject of landscaping and as a reminder, all owners are encouraged to contact Reno Green directly when reporting irrigation related items. Next quarter we will start working on the 2016 budget and will also hold the annual meeting which includes the election of directors to the board. Enclosed you will find the board candidacy form if you are interested in serving on the board. Last but certainly not least, please join me in congratulating the Wingfield Springs Board and its service partners as Wingfield Springs Community Association was awarded “2014 Northern Nevada Master Association of the Year”. This is a very impressive acknowledgement of all the hard work it takes in making the Association the best (Master Association) of Northern Nevada. I had the privilege to attend the Annual CAI Gala Award Ceremony and the honor to accept the award on behalf of Wingfield Springs. I know the Board and its service partners (Reno Green, ESI and ASN) are committed to maintaining the same level of service and dedication to the community. Associa Sierra North – An Associa® Member Company
Melissa Robertson, CMCA®, AMS®, PCAM® Senior Manager — Nevada Certified Supervising Community Manager
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Landscape Maintenance Projects
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he severe draught has caused Red Hawk to reduce our allotment of water they normally supply to us. Therefore, you may see stressed areas through out the complex from time to time. I refer you to the Rick Jones article in the current HawkTalk on page 6. Reno Green is working closely with us to maintain the grass in the best condition possible, given the reduced amount of water we receive.
Landscape Maintenance/Projects 2015: FIRST QUARTER - Authorized Work – “Smaller” Projects • North Cinnamon Trail – Re-lay curb, replenish bark and repair irrigation. • Wingfield Springs Road – Re-route lateral line from WFCA [WSCA] that ties into Sub Assoc. line. • Wingfield Parkway North – Enhancement – remove and replace plants. Remove mow curb in certain locations. At northwest corner of Vista and Wingfield Parkway – add roses and decomposed granite. • General Thatcher and Silver King – Remove trees, prune trees for line-of-sight issues, remove failing plants. Refresh rock and install low growing shrubs. • Wingfield Springs Road – At the corner of Wingfield Springs and Cinnamon entrance: Remove six shrubs, four crab apples, refresh rock and general clean-up. • Eagle Wing Trail – fix damaged curbing – safety concern. • Wingfield –Top dress and over seeding of turf areas on Poco Rey. “LARGER” 2015 POTENTIAL PROJECTS – In Process • Wingfield Springs Road – Median #3 – includes irrigation system, planting, rock, bark, fabric and demo. • Wingfield Springs Road – Median #4 – includes irrigation system, planting, rock, bark, fabric and demo. • Tree trimming as recommended by arborist – Phase 1 (TBD) UNEXPECTED/UNANTICIPATED POTENTIAL EXPENSES – Not in Budget • Sidewalk repairs needed due to common area tree uplifting (TBD) • Electrical work for medians for Christmas lights (TBD)
Lou Dauria
VICE-PRESIDENT, WINGFIELD SPRINGS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
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WINGFIELD SP R IN GS C O M M U N ITY AS S O C IATIO N
2015 MEETING CALENDAR
DATE
MEETING
TIME
July 16th
Agenda Workshop
3:00 p.m.
Sun Porch Room
Mandatory
July 16th
Executive Sessions/Hearings
5:00 p.m.
Sun Porch Room
Mandatory
July 23rd
Board Meeting
6:00 p.m.
Private Members Lounge
Mandatory
August 20th
Executive Session
5:00 p.m.
Sun Porch Room
As Required
September 17th
Executive Session
5:00 p.m.
Sun Porch Room
As Required
October 15th
Agenda/Budget Workshop
3:00 p.m.
Sun Porch Room
Mandatory
October 15th
Executive Sessions/Hearings
5:00 p.m.
Sun Porch Room
Mandatory
October 22nd
Board Meeting
6:00 p.m.
Private Members Lounge
Mandatory
November 19th
Annual Meeting
6:00 p.m.
Private Members Lounge
Mandatory
Workshops will be held to review the agenda items of the next scheduled board meeting. Homeowners are welcome to attend workshops. No action (vote) will be taken by the Board on any matter discussed or reviewed at a workshop. Workshop and meeting notices will be published in each HawkTalk newsletter. HawkTalk will be mailed at least ten (10) days before each board meeting.
LOCATION
NOTES
Board meeting agendas will be posted on the Association’s website the Friday before each board meeting. You may also obtain an agenda copy by calling ASN at (775) 626-7333. HawkTalk newsletter articles and suggestions are due to ASN at least four (4) weeks before each Board of Directors meeting.
SINE DIE...12:16 AM or SAVED BY THE BELL
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hank you if you kept your fingers crossed as requested in the April article, because we dodged the bullet on several legislative matters, most importantly the Super Priority Lien [SPL] we enjoy in Nevada! The assessments we all pay are the sole revenue source to administer association business and maintain our common area properties for our mutual benefit. The SPL is the legal recourse we keep in reserve to recover lost revenue. It’s triggered by a foreclosure filing when all other collection methods have failed to produce results. The SPL effect was pivotal in a 2014 NV Supreme Court decision that affirmed the ability of a community association foreclosure sale to extinguish the lien of a 1st trust deed holder when that holder [a bank] failed to respond to notice or show up at the sale. The “shock and awe” of that ruling reverberated all the way back to Washington, D.C. and resulted in threatening intervention by one federal agency during our legislative session. In a proactive response to the ruling, a special “consensus” group was formed in 2014 to include all the interested stake holders to achieve compromise and develop better communication and procedures. Led by two state senators from Las Vegas, it produced meetings, bill draft language, amendments, etc. A lot of work, effort and energy went into this novel approach, and the result was Senate Bill 306. Throughout the session testimony was heard in numerous committee hearings, by all sides. Page 4
SB 306 was passed by both chambers and signed by Governor Sandoval in May. Although The Great Compromise of 1787 does qualify as prime for our country’s governance, SB 306 will impact us here in Nevada where we live. It boils down to community associations vs. mortgage lenders, banks, credit unions, legal aid center of southern Nevada and realtors who, in the end, essentially reneged on the “great compromise” language. On the eve of the session’s close, we saw an aggressive state assembly maneuver to try to override SB 306. Luckily, the state senate never got the bill in time. With persistent adversaries, coupled with unlimited lobbying funds, we will be facing new challenges in the 2017 session. If we value our lifestyle and accept that every owner must meet his/her obligations, we need to support advocacy for our beliefs. Personal thanks to my fellow WSCA directors & owners who participated in contacting legislators this session to plead our case. NOTE: Detailed information on the bill’s positive contents is provided in an Addendum to this article on the WSCA website, www.wingfieldspringshoa.org, as well as a link to the entire bill on the Nevada Legislature’s website. Submitted by Marilyn Brainard, Member of Community Associations Institute’s Legislative Action Committee and WSCA Board Secretary. HawkTalk | Summer 2015
Wingfield Springs HOA QUARTERLY REPORT March – June, 2015
132 HOUSE WATCHES 1 5
Sparks Fire Department on site Police Department
COMPLAINTS 2
Complaint of neighbor performing vehicle maintenance in driveway 1 Report of resident dumping plant trimmings over fence into park (HOA notified) 1 Report of resident having fire in back yard (Officer confirmed it was a controlled gas fire pit) 18 Dog complaints (9 barking/4 running loose/5 lost) 6 Noise complaints (4 loud music)
MAINTENANCE ISSUES 1
1 2 2 6 1
Officer reported that there was a busted water line (Owners of the residence and the HOA were contacted) Officer discovered a broken water line (Officer contacted Reno Green) Reports of a broken sprinkler head (Resident was contacted) Trees blown down onto sidewalk (Officer removed tree from sidewalk) Reports of solicitors on site (4 City of Sparks permit) Report of teens on dirt bikes
24 Trash cans out (18 Officer moved to side of House/ 6 Could not determine owner, placed can in common area) 3 Broken trash can (Waste Management will replace the can)
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VANDALISM
2
1
1
SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY 1
1 1 1
1
1
1
VIOLATIONS 24 Violations of RV’s/motorhomes (13 RVs parked in driveway/11 RVs parked in street) 6 Violations of boats (4 boats in driveway /2 boat in street) 13 Violations of trailers (7 trailers in driveway/6 trailers in street) 15 - Open garage doors (8 residents contacted/7 attempted to make contact) 26 Violations of vehicles (3 unregistered/ 5 vehicles blocking access/11 cars in cul-de-sac/4 in no parking zone/ 3 commercial vehicle)
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Officer found some eggs broken on a vehicle and on the sidewalk near the vehicle (Officer attempted to make contact with the residents) Graffiti on stop sign
Report of suspicious vehicles in vacant lot (Officer asked the proprietors to leave) Officer confronted suspicious vehicle Report of satellite dishes stolen from yard Officer discovered man removing furniture from home (The gentleman was working for the residence at picking up furniture because the house sold) Resident suspected a person following them, after being asked for directions at several location by the same person Suspicious man reported parked at Elementary school (Officer patrolled area of suspicion) Teens hanging out around the restrooms at Pelican Park (Teens left when officer approached them)
MISCELLANEOUS 1
Officer made contact with two males walking door to door (They were from a local church) 1 Officer inquired about two tables out the resident with home items on them (Residents were loading a trailer) 19 Officer dispatched to delivered housewatch forms 31 Officer dispatched to pick-up filled out house-watch forms
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Officer found a small boy in red pajamas walking alone on Ingleston Street. (Officer returned him to his residents) Packages left on resident’s porch under house watch (Officer contacted resident to pick up package) Officer asked realtor to remove open house signs Officer responded to residence alarm (Resident could not be contacted) Officer viewed resident walking dog without a leash (Officer informed resident to put dog on a leash) Officer found vehicle with blown tire on main thorough-fare, after driver lost control and struck a tree (SPD arrived on site to question the driver) Key found in mailbox(Returned to owner) Recyclables not picked up Resident requested officer to check property for water leak after getting a higher than normal water bill (Officer checked perimeter and could not detect a leak) Vehicle pulled over and driver arrested by SPD Officer witnessed two males fishing in Silverton Pond(Men were asked to leave) Requests for officer to deliver package Keys found near residence (Returned to owner) Report of man grabbing females at the pool (SPD responded) Report of residence being broken into, with injury to resident’s dog Report of residence being broken into (Officer obtained license plate number from resident, SPD contacted) Report of two teens coming out of a garage while resident was gone (Resident was notified upon arrival)
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Rick’s Observations
Irrigation
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lthough we have been fortunate to have recent rains, the current longer-term drought is far from being over. We certainly hope to have the added occasional storms that provide needed moisture. That being said, all Wingfield Springs Community Association (WSCA) irrigation systems have been tested and we will continue with the 70% clock-time for the main arteries and 50% for the common areas. Reno Green has been applying a controlled approach regarding the multiple meters and clocks on a sequential basis. This means we are able to determine where problems arise due to low pressure, bad lines, heads, valves, clocks, meters, etc. Through the end of May, the Red Hawk Land Company (RHLC) was able to receive an additional 17% from the Orr Ditch water source that has been used to fill the ponds for a total of 27% (20 acre feet) for 2015. Again, RHLC anticipates no more additional water from the Orr Ditch. Since the last board meeting, the RHLC and the WSCA have partnered an agreement, and the RHLC has obtained a six-month permit (June through December 2015) from the City of Sparks to allow the receipt of tertiary filtered effluent water from their treatment facility. When fully implemented, this will provide another source of irrigation water for our community. This additional source of water will be considered for irrigation use in addition to our current RHLC allocation. Further details regarding the monitoring and reporting of this water use will be reported as it unfolds. My intention is to continue to work with our partners (RHLC, Reno Green and Sparks) regarding our ongoing irrigation concerns. Additionally, we are awaiting the results of the ongoing study by Mr. Dale Carlon (Arborist) regarding our trees and shrubs. As Mr. Carlon completes his study WSCA will have an integrated database that identifies all our trees to help Reno Green implement their ongoing landscaping plans as directed by the WSCA Board of Directors (Lou Dauria is the point of contact...see his article on page 3). We realize that increasing the irrigation clock-time water from 70% for the main arteries and 50% for the common areas may or may not help given the other landscaping challenges we face. However, we are under severe constraints from our total water allocation from the RHLC and the reduced amount of Orr Ditch water. We intend to continue to seek alternatives to this (including the use of effluent water) and will keep the WSCA informed through our website, the HawkTalk, and WSCA meetings.
Wingfield Cove (Village 30)
At the end of June, multiple representatives (WSCA, RHLC, DRC, and ASN) will meet with Ms. Jackie Seeno (Cyrus Land Investments, LLC), Mr. Doug Chen (Discovery Builders, Inc.), and Mr. Dana Owyoung (Architect) to review the latest Wingfield Cove project information. As I previously mentioned, they are the developer and builder who will start the Wingfield Cove project (the Village 30 area at Wingfield Springs Road and Poco Rey Drive) during 2015. At this time, it is our understanding that they are finalizing the Final Map and other criteria with the City of Sparks. They are in the process of narrowing down the final home product plans, and a project construction schedule. The intent of this meeting is to obtain an update on this project, and to ensure compliance with WSCA standards in accordance with established documentation (Design Review Committee (DRC) Guidelines and the Insert to the WSCA DRC Guidelines for New Development and Construction). As further information becomes available after this meeting, I intend to disseminate this to the WSCA Board of Directors and to Associa Sierra North for further distribution during our July board meeting and for upload to our website.
Richard “Rick” Jones
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CANDIDACY BIOGRAPHY STATEMENT (Please Print or Type)
Your Name
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Address
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Are you a unit owner?
(STREET)
Yes
(CITY)
(STATE)
(ZIP)
No
(NOTE: NRS 116.31034 - 1. states: “Except as otherwise provided in subsection 5 of NRS 116.212, not later than the termination of any period of declarant’s control, the units’ owners shall elect an executive board of at least three members, all of whom must be units’ owners. Per NRS 116.31034 - 8. (a) and (b), please complete the following information regarding your candidacy. 8. “Each person whose is nominated as a candidate for a member of the executive board pursuant to subsection 4 or 5 must: (a) “Make a good faith effort to disclose any financial, business, professional or personal relationship or interest that would result or would appear to a reasonable person to result in a potential conflict of interest for the candidate if the candidate were to be elected to serve as a member of the executive board; and” Please use the following line to respond to the statutory requirement cited above. Continue on a separate sheet if necessary. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ (b) “Disclose whether the candidate is a member in good standing. For the purpose of this paragraph, a candidate shall not be deemed to be in “good standing” if the candidate has any unpaid and past due assessments or construction penalties that are required to be paid to the association. …” I am a candidate in good standing as defined above
Yes
No
If no, please explain:
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The candidate must make all disclosures required pursuant to this subsection in writing to the Association with his candidacy information. The association shall distribute the disclosures to each member of the association with the ballot in the manner established in the Bylaws of the Association. Any additional information provided by the candidate for the executive board is voluntary and is not a requirement under NRS 116.31034. NOTE: Nothing cited in the disclosure is intended to be used to prevent a potential candidate from running for the Board of Directors.
Signature of applicant __________________________________________________________ Date: _____________________
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WINGFIELD SPRINGS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION PROFESSIONALLY MANAGED BY: Associa Sierra North 10509 Professional Circle Suite#200 Reno, NV 89521 Phone: (775) 626-7333; Fax: (775) 626-7374; Email: wfsservice@associasn.com
Dear Wingfield Springs Community Association Member:
Please complete the enclosed Candidacy Biography Statement and return it no later than 12:00 noon on September 30, 2015 if you wish to be considered for election to the Board of Directors at the Annual Members Meeting on November 19, 2015. There are two (2) Board seats to be filled; each for a two-year term. Please print legibly or type the statement and sign your name at the bottom. You may list your experience or professional accomplishments on a separate one-page, one-sided sheet. The sheet, if any, will be copied to the back of the statement and the statement will be mailed to the members with the 2015 secret ballot.
In performing the duties set forth in NAC 116.400 - 4. “a member of an executive board shall” (among other duties): “Keep informed of new developments in the management of a common-interest community through educational courses;” This completed statement must be received no later than 12:00 noon on September 30, 2015. Please mail, fax or email to: WSCA C/O Associa Sierra North (ASN) 10509 Professional Circle Suite#200 Reno, NV 89521 Fax: 775-626-7374; E-mail: wfsservice@associasn.com Please call ASN no later than 12:00 noon on September 30, 2015 to confirm that we received your Candidacy Biography Statement in time to include your name on the 2015 secret ballot.
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Melissa Robertson, CMCA®, AMS®, PCAM® Nevada Certified Supervising Community Manager
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ADDENDUM TO LEGISLATIVE ARTICLE IN SUMMER, 2015 HAWK TALK POSITIVE EXAMPLES IN SB 306 OF BENEFITS TO ALL PARTIES • The association’s lien is prior to the first security interest on the unit to the extent of certain maintenance and abatement charges and a certain amount of assessments for common expenses, and is commonly referred to as the “super-priority lien” [nine months of assessments].
Copy and paste the link below into your browser to see the full bill:
• The costs of enforcing the association’s lien to be included in the super-priority lien are limited.
http://www.leg.state.nv.us/Session/78th2015/Bills/SB/ SB306_EN.pdf
• Notice of the association’s foreclosure required to be given to the holders of recorded security interests on the unit. • An association must mail by certified mail, not later than 10 days after recording the notice of default and election to sell, a copy of the notice to each holder of a security interest recorded before the association recorded the notice. Also must record an affidavit listing all subordinate lien holders who have been notified. • Requires the association to mail by certified mail a copy of the notice of sale to each holder of a security interest recorded before the association recorded the notice of sale. • Further requires the publishing, posting and giving of notice of the foreclosure sale of a unit by an association similar to the publishing, posting and giving of notice of the non judicial foreclosure sale of real property. • Provides that if the holder of the first security interest pays the amount of the super-priority lien not later than 5 days before the date of sale, the foreclosure of the association’s lien does not extinguish the first security interest. • Provides that after a sale of a unit to enforce the association’s lien, the unit’s owner or a holder of a security interest on the unit may redeem the unit by paying certain amounts to the purchaser within 60 days after the sale.
New Section 9 in the bill incorporates this language: Subsections 1 to 6, inclusive, of NRS 116.31162 and NRS 116.31163, as amended by sections 2 and 3 of this act, respectively, apply only to a notice of default and election to sell that is recorded pursuant to paragraph (b) of subsection 1 of NRS 116.31162, as amended by section 2 of this act, on or after October 1, 2015. 2. Subsection 7 of NRS 116.31162 and NRS 107.086, as amended by sections 2 and 8 of this act, respectively, apply if a notice of default and election to sell is recorded pursuant to NRS 107.080, on or after October 1, 2015. 3. NRS 116.311635 and 116.31164, as amended by sections 4 and 5 of this act, respectively, apply only if a notice of sale is recorded pursuant to NRS 116.311635, as amended by section 4 of this act, on or after October 1, 2015. 4. NRS 116.31166, as amended by section 6 of this act, applies only to a sale of a unit pursuant to NRS 116.31162 to 116.31168, inclusive, as amended by sections 2 to 7, inclusive, of this act, respectively, which occurs on or after 10/1/15.
• Requires a financial institution that is a mortgagee or beneficiary of a deed of trust...to provide to the Division of Financial Institutions of the Department of Business and Industry the name and street address of a person to whom: (1) a borrower or a borrower’s representative may send information and notices to facilitate a mediation under the Foreclosure Mediation Program; and (2) a unit-owners’ association may mail notices concerning the association’s lien.
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DONNER LAKE TRIATHLON AND TRUCKEE OPEN WATER SWIM July 25–26 A favorite of amany triathletes offering three distances, plus a kids competition. Swim, bike and run at beautiful Donner Lake.
RENO GREEK FESTIVAL August 21–23 This year, the Reno-Tahoe Greek Fest is bigger and better than ever. Live music, dancing, food, a photo booth and much more. See you all there.
HOT AUGUST NIGHTS - VIRGINIA CITY BURNING MAN July 31–August 1 Virginia City will be the host venue for the 2015 official kickoff location with nightly cruises, a celebrity Show-n-Shine, poker run and free live entertainment, in advance of the main event in Reno/Sparks.
LAKE TAHOE SUMMERFEST July 31–August 16 Each Friday, Saturday and Sunday, immerse yourself in classical music performed by worldrenowned artists and sololists.
HOT AUGUST NIGHTS August 4–9 It’s the largest classic car and nostalgic event in the country! Restored hot rods and sexy muscle cars give enthusiasts a first-hand experience of popular decades done by.
August 30–September 7 An annual gathering of 65,000 “Burners” who meet in the Black Rock Desert of Northern Nevada to create art, exchange ideas, and participate in the burning of the Man.
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NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP AIR RACES September 16–20 The 52nd annual event is the only closed course pylon racing event in the world, and is the world’s longest running air race. Six different race plane classes battle just 60 feet from the ground, with the Unlimited and Jet classes reaching speeds over 500mph.
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September 26–27 The annual Candy Dance Arts & Crafts Faire has a reputation for quality artists and crafters and delicious homemade candy.
THE GREAT RENO BALLOON RACE
October 10–11 The Eldorado Great Italian Festival transforms downtown Reno into Little Italy with a grape stomp, sauce cookers competition, wine walk, Italian Farmer’s Market, kids’ gelato-eating contest, Italian Buffet and incredible FREE live entertainment.
September 11–13 The 34th annual Great Reno Balloon Race attracts nearly 100 balloons with up to 20 special shapes and is one of Reno’s most colorful and spectacular events.
ELDORADO GREAT ITALIAN FESTIVAL
Neil Saiz Receives Edward Jones Award for Exceptional Achievement in Building Client Relationships
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WATER CONSERVATION AND SOIL POLYMERS... LANDSCAPING IN A DROUGHT by Reno Green Landscaping
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t’s no secret our region is experiencing another year of drought. According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, Nevada is currently in its fourth year of “Extreme Drought” (nearly 100%). As evidence of this, Lake Tahoe is currently at 14%. Most of the irrigation ditches have already been turned off for the summer. How will you take care of your landscaping with a limited water supply?
IRRIGATION. An efficient irrigation system will save you water and money while maximizing your landscaping’s growth and health. • Adapt your watering schedule to the weather and the season and adjust the watering schedule regularly. • Schedule watering for each zone separately. For each area, take into account type of sprinkler, sun or shade exposure, soil type and plant requirements. • Inspect your system monthly. Check for leaks, broken or clogged heads, and other problems, or engage a certified irrigation professional to regularly check your system. • Adjust sprinkler heads. Remove obstructions that prevent sprinklers from distributing water evenly and make sure you’re watering plants, not sidewalks or buildings. • Have your system audited. Hire a professional to conduct an irrigation audit and uniformity test to make sure each zone is being watered evenly. • Consider “smart” technology. Climate or soil moisture sensor-based controllers (Smart Clocks) evaluate weather or soil moisture conditions and then automatically adjust the watering schedule to meet the specific needs of your landscape. • Matched Precipitation Rate sprinklers allow water to gently soak into the soil with an even distribution, reducing run-off. This increased
efficiency results in 30% reduced water usage when compared to traditional sprays. • Water at the right time of day. Watering when the sun is low, winds are calm and temperatures are cooler minimizes evaporation by as much as 30%.
XERISCAPING. Xeriscaping uses droughttolerant plants and efficient irrigation. Compared to a traditional landscape of similar size, a xeriscape will typically use 50–75% less water with less maintenance. Xeriscapes begin with: • Well thought out landscape design and plan • Appropriate green areas • Plant selection based on area’s soil conditions and climate • Efficient drip irrigation • Use of soil amendments • Use of mulch wherever possible to reduce weeds, prevent soil compaction and keep soil temperatures more moderate
SOIL POLYMERS.
Soil polymers are a product that is applied to aerated turf and provides increased moisture retention, with estimated water savings up to 60%. • • • •
Builds a stronger foundation of roots Absorbs 12x weight in water Remains in the soil and gradually degrades Absorbs fertilizer and reduces nutrient run-off
Being water-wise does not have to come at the sacrifice of a beautiful and healthy landscape. With a little planning, your landscape will not only survive the drought, but also thrive despite the drought.