BALDWIN PARK NOTEBOOK

ROA BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

BY STACEY FRYREAR

The ROA Board of Directors and the on-site Sentry Management staff wish to keep Baldwin Park a great looking community in 2023. To promote that, we would like to remind residents of a few items. You will notice that throughout the coming year, reminders such as these will be sent out periodically to keep residents better informed. There are new residents who may not be aware of some of these items and others who have lived here for a while who can look at it as a refresher.

HOMEOWNER’S ASSESSMENTS

Assessments must be paid in full for you to have access to the amenities, including the gathering rooms, the pools and fitness centers. Semiannual assessments were due Jan. 1. Assessment letters were mailed in November. If you did not receive, contact Community Manager Stacey Fryrear by email at sfryrear@baldwinparkpoa.com or by calling (407) 740-5838. You can also log onto sentrymgt.com and make a payment.

BALDWIN PARK SOLUTIONS

This platform allows users to submit maintenance issues quickly and efficiently, and communicate directly with parties handling submitted requests to the common areas and townhome service areas that are covered by the association. Residents can connect with management through this work order system to improve the quality of life in Baldwin Park by reporting maintenance requests.

Mobile home shortcuts. There is also a quick way to make an icon on your mobile phone home screen (iPhone and Android) so you can get back to BP Solutions easily. There are YouTube video links for both types of phones on the Baldwin Park Network. When you see something that needs attention from management, use your new shortcut on your mobile phone — or find the link on the Resident Homepage of the Baldwin Park network. Any covenant violations should be reported to covenants@baldwinparkpoa.com.

AIRBNB/TEMPORARY SHORT-TERM RENTALS

Recently, there has been discussion occurring regarding the popular Airbnb in the neighborhood. The Baldwin Park covenants, along with a city of Orlando ordinance, prohibit the temporary short-term renting of residential properties. Most residents are not aware of the covenants or ordinance on short-term rentals. If you have any questions about this, please contact Community Director Susan Comisky at scomisky@ baldwinparkpoa.com or by calling (407) 740-5838.

RESPONSIBLE PET OWNERSHIP

Orange County has ordinances that assist in keeping communities pet friendly while being responsible. Pets off leashes and not removing excreta are two of the biggest complaints from residents. Baldwin Park utilizes Orange County Animal Control for any animal complaints, because it is staffed by professional, expertly trained people and have enforcement ability. The quickest and easiest way to report animal violations to Orange County Animal Control is to dial 311 on your phone or download the app. OCFL 311 is a mobile app for Apple and Android users. Once downloaded, there is a category Animals & Pets. Clicking on this takes you to a page with several categories listed, and you can pick the one best suited for what you are reporting. You also can visit its website at orangecountyfl.net/AnimalsPets/ascForm. aspx#.WEW8PmwzWUk to report issues. Always dial 911 if it is an emergency.

SWIMMING POOLS

Please do not sit or hang on the lane ropes in the pools. This is a maintenance issue, as well as a hindrance to lap swimmers. Grace Hopper is the only pool that is heated, so it is getting used more for swimming laps now than at other times of the year.

The ROA Board of Directors and Sentry Management staff would like to say thank you to those residents who abide by the covenants and maintain their homes. We realize it takes a lot of work and effort, and we truly appreciate the ambition and drive you have to do this.

BALDWIN PARK COMMERCIAL OWNERS ASSOCIATION INC.

BY BILL PATTERSON

Did you know more than 6% of gift cards are never used? Do not let that money go unspent. Come to the Village Center and spend it here. Enjoy our many different delicious food options or shop to your heart’s content — either choice will not disappoint.

THINGS TO KNOW

n Loading Zones. Most parking lots around Baldwin Park have loading zones. These areas are for short-term loading and unloading vehicles only and not for parking. Please make deliveries and unloads quickly; it causes a traffic jam if these zones are blocked. Vehicles parked in these areas which are not loading/unloading will be tagged for towing at owner’s expense.

n Trash Talk. The dumpsters in the commercial lots are meant for trash bags and small items only. For all large items, including trees (artificial or live), please use OUC bulk pick-up. Stuffing these items in the dumpster or leaving them causes multiple issues including dumpster breakdown and rodents. Visit orlando.gov/ Trash-Recycling for more information and to schedule future pick-ups.

n Baldwin Park Solutions. Commercial owners, tenants, and managers can submit work requests through our new Baldwin Park Solutions system. It is located on the Baldwin Park Network. Simply click “Resident Home” at the top right, and you will find the link in the middle of the page. If you do not have a Baldwin Park Network account, you can request one from that page, as well. Visit baldwinparknetwork.com to start.

n Parking lot guidelines. The Commercial Owners Association has clarified and adopted new parking lot restrictions and rules effective Oct. 10, 2022. These rules govern all the commercial-owned parking lots,

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TOWNHOME SERVICE AREA COMMITTEE MEETING

BY MELISSA PARKER

The following information is a glimpse of the business that the Townhome Service Area Committee addressed in the Nov. 17, 2022, meeting. A complete copy of the official minutes can be obtained on the Community Network (BaldwinParkNetwork. com) once approved at the Jan. 19, 2023, meeting.

n The TSAC moved to approve the contractor recommendation for the Issa 28 roof replacements.

n The TSAC moved to approve a tree removal and replacement at 4743 Anson Lane.

UPDATES

n Please remember to report any landscape, building or irrigation issues on Baldwin Park Solutions. Reporting items on Baldwin Park Solutions allows residents to share photos of the reported area(s) and receive real-time updates from management staff on corrective measures being taken. Baldwin Park Solutions can be accessed on the Baldwin Park Network. n Roof replacements are occurring in the Issa 22 service area. A notice will be left on the townhome’s front door a week prior to the projected start date confirming the roof replacement is beginning. Make sure to remove all items located in the backyard/private zone area — the roofing contractor nor the Association will be held responsible for these items. n Here is the current roof replacement schedule provided by R.F. Lusa & Sons: 909-919 Fern Avenue (Dec. 19, 2022) and 901-907 Fern Avenue (Jan. 9, 2023). Dates are subject to change due to weather delays, city or county document reviews/processing, and if work is completed ahead of schedule. n The contract for the first phase of roof replacements within Issa 28 is currently being finalized between Baldwin Park Residential Owners Association and Advanced Roofing.

n New sod that was installed in December has been treated with a fungicide.

n Weeds in the plant beds were a challenge in November due to excess rain from Tropical Storm Nicole. BrightView added extra spray days to its schedule and hand-pulled weeds in areas.

n BrightView has started the annual trimming of crepe myrtles within the service areas.

n Per DRS Inc. here is the Townhome painting schedule for January 2023: Cambridge: Lake Baldwin Lane.

n Per DRS Inc. here is the Townhome maintenance schedule for December 2022: Issa 28

HELPFUL INFORMATION FOR TOWNHOME OWNERS

MAINTENANCE TIPS

If you live in a townhome, you have probably received the below information in the past, but it’s great information to keep handy in case one of these situations happen to you.

n Dryer not drying? Clean the vent to prevent lint build-up and a possible fire hazard.

n Use the correct wattage light bulbs for exterior lighting fixtures. Plastic fixtures will melt. Check the tag posted on the inside of the fixture or with the manufacturer for the proper wattage.

n Install weatherstripping around your doors and windows to help lower utility bills, prevent water intrusion and unwanted pests from entering your home. n See black lines running down your garage door? Adjust the garage door tensioner heads.

n Need a copy of the Master Insurance Policy for your townhome? Please email Melissa Parker at mparker@ baldwinparkpoa.com with your request.

n All association buildings that have been repainted have used AllGuard — a specialized coating with a 10-year warranty for use on stucco surfaces. Do not to 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. Avoid spraying any chemicals directly onto the building because of a possible chemical reaction with the product.

Schedules will be projected one to two months out in order to anticipate any possible future changes or delays. Notices are still being left on townhome front doors one to two weeks in advance to inform residents of any upcoming projects beginning in their address range.

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including the nine parking lots in the Village Center and the lot at the Neighborhood Business District off Lake Baldwin Lane. Village Center parking areas shall be used by the employees and customers of any businesses in the Village Center and employees or tenants of the Village Center residential apartments. The Neighborhood Business District parking lot only should be used only by owners, tenants and patrons of the buildings there. No overnight parking is permitted without prior written approval from the association. You can find a full breakdown of the parking lot uses restrictions and rule at the following path on the Baldwin Park Network: Home/Resident Home/Association Information/Commercial Owners Association/COA OVERVIEW & DOCUMENTS/ COA Declaration & Supplements.

n ARC. 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, please feel free to email Bill at BPatterson@ BaldwinParkPOA.com.