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BALDWIN PARK NOTEBOOK
ROA BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
BY STACEY FRYREAR
The following information is a glimpse of the ROA’s general updates for the month. A copy of the official May 25, 2021, meeting minutes can be obtained on the Community Network, BaldwinParkNetwork.com.
n The board approved the following COVID-related items effective June 1: 1.Take down COVID-related signs down at the playgrounds. 2. Open pools and fitness centers to pre-COVID rules. No masks, no extra cleaning and take down all COVID- related signage. 3. Open gathering rooms and pavilions to pre-COVID rules, except that Grace Hopper gathering room time slots will change to 6 to 11 p.m. Monday through Friday. 4. The waivers required for key fob activation will be replaced with a key fob usage form. 5. Office will re-open to preCOVID hours with no requirement for social distancing. Take down all COVID-related signage.
n The board approved a cyber insurance policy.
n The board approved to continue virtual board meetings.
n The board approved a key fob usage form for key fob activation.
HELPFUL INFORMATION FOR OWNERS
Do you feel you may be missing something? That you may not be as informed as you could be? If so, please visit baldwinparknetwork.com to sign up and register for the weekly e-blast. In addition to the e-blast, the site contains important Association information including but not limited to: declaration, exhibits, meeting minutes, etc. Be informed and sign up today!
UPDATES
n Enders Pool resurfacing: The pool is leaking, and a crack has been found in the surface of the pool. This has been reported to the pool specialist. American Leak Detection found leaks at six underwater lights and resealed the lights to prevent further leaks. The Association has contacted the pool specialist to inform them of the leaks and is in discussions with them on the issue.
n Bermuda aeration: The aeration of all Bermuda has been completed.
n Tree analysis: The approved hazard/maintenance pruning based on Mary Edwards the consulting arborist’s tree analysis has been completed. The crepe myrtle pruning is being scheduled.
n Roof color matrices: Management contacted the city’s planning department concerning the approval of the roof color matrices. The matrices will have to go through the city’s TDRC application process. The application and matrices were approved at the city’s TDRC meeting on May 28. n New trash can location at High Park: Management is working with DRS on possible locations for the trash can at High Park. Once a proposal is obtained, it will be brought back to the Board.
n Landscape replacements: The replacements at Union Park were reviewed at the ARC meeting, and the committee approved the shade-tolerant design at Union Park. This installation has been completed. ARC members denied the replacement of burford hollies with podocarpus, stating they wanted flowering or variegated plants. Management resubmitted the application as-is for reconsideration, because the board approved a non-flowering plant to replace and existing non-flowering plant. Flowering plants — which attract bees, etc. — are not ideal that close to a playground, and there is already a variegated plant on one side of the park which would look odd aesthetically against another variegated plant. The ARC approved replacing the hollies with podocarpus during its May 13 meeting.
n Mulch application: The pine bark nuggets were installed in May.
ITEMS ON HOLD
n Proposals for bollard light painting in CH No. 2 and CH No. 4 Mews
n Proposal for air purifiers and UV bulbs for Grace Hopper HVAC systems
n Proposal for Enders gathering room HVAC systems
n Proposal for park signage/ pool rules signage
TOWNHOME SERVICE AREA COMMITTEE
BY MELISSA PARKER
MParker@BalwinParkPOA.com
The following information is a glimpse of the business that the Townhome Service Area Committee addressed in the May 20, 2021, meeting. A complete copy of the official minutes can be obtained on the Community Network at BaldwinParkNetwork.com once approved.
n The TSAC approved appointing Michael Becker as the representative for the Issa 28 service area.
n The TSAC moved to approve the consideration of BrightView 2021 post-hurricane support.
UPDATES
n Please remember to report any landscape, building or irrigation issues on the Baldwin Park Services app. Reporting items on the Baldwin Park Services app will allow residents to share photos of the reported area(s) and receive real-time updates from management staff on corrective measures being taken.
n New sod that was installed in May/June has been treated with a fungicide.
n BrightView has treated hollies for scale in the City Homes No. 1 service area.
n Plumbagoes located in the Issa 22 service area have been treated for thrips.
n Flax lilies located in the Issa 28 service area have been treated for rust.
n BrightView has completed the annual canopy tree trimming in the townhome service areas. If any trees were skipped due to vehicles being in the way of trimming, BrightView will attempt to come back by to trim those areas at a later date.
n During May, there was only .17 inches of rain. The normal amount of rain for this time of the year is about 4.02 inches. BrightView has been doing the best it can to help manage water demands and adjust irrigation clock times. There were multiple hotspots seen and/or reported throughout some of the service areas; however, many hotspots were able to be kept under control without rain and by adjusting watering schedules.
n Per DRS Inc., here is the townhome painting schedule for July/August 2021: Live/ work service area.
n Per DRS Inc., below, here is the townhome maintenance schedule for July/August 2021: Mattamy and City Homes No. 4.
Because of the pandemic, there has been an adjustment to originally stated dates for painting projects and maintenance in the townhome service areas. Supplies were delayed in being shipped from vendors to DRS Inc. at the beginning of the year. Schedules now will be projected one to two months out to anticipate any possible future changes. Notices still are being left on townhome front doors one to two weeks in advance to inform residents of any upcoming projects beginning in their address range.
HELPFUL INFORMATION FOR TOWNHOUSE OWNERS
n Irrigation systems in private zones are controlled by the association. Contact Melissa Parker, Townhome Service Area manager, by email at mparker@baldwinparkpoa.com if you need your system turned on or off. Remember, the homeowner is responsible for maintaining/repairing his or her private zone irrigation system and area. Any irrigation repair company should also have a universal key which can access the irrigation control box to complete necessary repairs in the private zone/ backyard areas.
n All association buildings that have been repainted have been painted in Dow Corning’s AllGuard — a specialized coating with a 10-year warranty for use on stucco surfaces. Do not pick, poke, rip, tear or penetrate the protective seal. Using brushes or scraping tools will harm the surface. If you pressure wash, do not use pressure higher than 1,500 psi. Simple Green is the only approved cleaning product.
BALDWIN PARK COMMERCIAL OWNERS ASSOCIATION INC.
BY BILL PATTERSON
VILLAGE CENTER UPDATES
n The Village Center Parking lots will have some temporary closures to reseal and re-stripe. The start date for this project was June 7 and will run through July 20, weather permitting. Please keep an eye out for notifications of which lot is closed and when. This will be done in phases as to minimize parking lot closures. As a reminder, both Baldwin Harbor Apartment buildings have parking in their garages that can be used for shoppers.
n The Village Center painting project is ongoing. The buildings along New Broad Street from Meeting Place down to Jake Street will get a fresh coat of paint over the next few months. Please be mindful of coned-off areas in front of the buildings where the painting is taking place.
GENERAL UPDATES
n Parking lot light checks and replacements occur monthly in both the Village Center and the Neighborhood Business District. If you notice a light out, please report it using the Baldwin Park Services app. You also can report the city-owned light outages using this app.
n We are excited to start a project to replace parking-lot lights as they go out with energy-saving LED lights. These lights will save energy and light up the parking lots brighter than the old ones.
TIPS FROM ORLANDO POLICE DEPARTMENT
The vast majority of vehicle burglaries that occur in Baldwin Park and throughout the nation are to unlocked/unsecured vehicles. Many times, it is simply forgetfulness, but some people may also feel they live in a safe neighborhood and think nothing will happen! It is always a good idea and safe practice to secure your vehicle wherever you are and be mindful that crime can happen anywhere. Crime is all about opportunity, and by practicing these simple tips, you are drastically reducing your chances of becoming a victim.
If you notice any suspicious activity, please call the Orlando Police Department non-emergency phone number at (321) 235-5300.
n The COA Service Area Manager walks the property looking for covenant compliance each month. To avoid violations and fines, please maintain your building and property so it is looking Baldwin Best. If you have any questions, contact Bill at bpatterson@baldwinparkpoa. com.
n Architectural Review Committee meetings take place twice a month on the second and fourth Tuesday for application reviews regarding commercial changes to exterior structures (roofing replacements and painting), landscaping and signage. All corresponding applications can be located on the Baldwin Park Network under Commercial Owners Association and Commercial Architectural Review Committee. For questions and application submission, send an email to Bill.
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