Manager’s Report By Kathe M. Barnes, CAAM, LSM, PCAM Executive Director
HAVE AN IDEA? - You live in an HOA. You have a great idea. You’re not on the board, and elections are over. What can you do? Present it. Presenting a good idea, whether to a board, a boss or to anyone else in the position to approve it, isn’t about them. Or you. It’s about the idea. A good idea needs a spokesperson. And if you’ve come up with the idea, that spokesperson is you. If you can imagine the concept and how it will benefit our community, paint that picture in your presentation. You can present your idea at the beginning of the next board meeting (during the “Homeowner Forum”). This is your community; we would love to hear from you. THINKING OF VOLUNTEERING? - Our community is trying to get back to some type of normalcy. We have a lot going on, and that includes a range of upcoming social events. We could use your help at one or more of these events. Also, there are many committees you can join—architectural, communications, election, finance, lake and social oversight. No matter what your passion is, you can be instrumental in helping to shape the roadmap of SRCA. All it takes is a few hours of your time each month and a commitment to YOUR COMMUNITY. There’s a lot to be gained from volunteering your time: new friends, new skills, recognition by your neighbors and—perhaps best of all—an improved community. QUESTIONS? - Contact me or a member of the SRCA staff. Welcome to the party!
Board Briefs May 25, 2021 Board of Directors Meeting • Adopted new language for the Architectural Guidelines to allow subdivisions with smaller yards to require only one tree instead of two in front yards. • Canceled the July 27, 2021 Board meeting. June 22, 2021 Board of Directors Meeting • Accepted the Finance Committee’s recommendation to approve the insurance policy renewals provided by LaBarre/Oksnee. • The suggested additions to the appeal process provided by the association’s attorney was approved. • The Board discussed the proposed in-fill project to be located south of Shea and west of 92nd St. which combines 3 parcels on 7 acres. The Board agreed to continue to monitor the situation and its impact to SR. • Agreed to continue to follow the CDC guidelines regarding the office and community center. The Center will reopen to normal capacity and outdoor fall events will resume. Masks will not be required but it is recommended for non-vaccinated people. • The first of the two-part meeting of the board retreat will be held virtually on June 30, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The second meeting date is to be determined. THE BOARD MEETING SCHEDULED IN JULY WAS CANCELLED. THE SRCA OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 6TH IN OBSERVANCE OF LABOR DAY.
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