6 minute read
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 April 25, 2023, Regular Meeting Minutes can be obtained on the Community Network, BaldwinParkNetwork.com.
The board approved the following items/work: n The board approved amending Exhibit C as it relates to trash can storage for City Homes No. 1 Division 6 Service Area and Live/ Work Division 7 Service Area. Redline changes to Exhibit C will be brought back to the board. n The board discussed the property insurance premium costs and the need for a one-time special assessment for ISSA 28 Division 5 townhome owners (62) to cover those costs. Notice to the Board Meeting where the resolution for the special assessment will be approved is 14 days. Notice were mailed ISSA 28 Division 5 owners (62) in time for the May 23, 2023, Regular Board Meeting. n The board rescinded the motion in the April 2023 Regular Meeting related to the $10 trash can fine. n The board deferred changing fines related to trash cans at this time. n The board approved providing association members the log-in information (link) for the board meetings.
The board approved the following work: n Bermuda repairs at Baskin Mews n Plant replacements at Dorwin Park due to freeze damage n Plant replacements at Fenwood Park
Helpful Information For Owners Hurricane Preparedness
Summer in Florida is right around the corner, which brings longer days, heat, humidity and, of course, the beginning of hurricane season, which runs from June 1 to Nov. 30. While the prospect of a storm impacting our area can be somewhat disconcerting, preparation can help lessen those fears. Preparing in advance for hurricane season can determine not only how safely and comfortably you ride out the storm, but also how easy it is to handle the days and weeks after the storm has passed.
The Baldwin Park Residential Owners Association, Commercial Owners Association and Joint Committee are responsible for the property owned by each association including certain parks, facility centers, parking lots and landscaping. This is not an all-inclusive list.
As homeowners and business owners, you are responsible for your dwelling during a hurricane. If you are a tenant, you need to check with your landlord for specific responsibilities.
Important Steps
n Make a plan. All residents should prepare for hurricane season by creating a family plan and disaster supply kit, securing personal property and having a place to go in the event of an evacuation. A plan should n Plant replacements at Parkland Quadrangle due to freeze damage
Updates
COMPLETED ACTIONS answer the following questions. How will I receive emergency alerts and warnings? What is my shelter plan? What is my evacuation route? What is my family/household communication plan? Learn more at floridadisaster. org/hazards/hurricanes. n Tune in. Listen to and follow public announcements through local media. OCFL ALERT is an alert system that allows Orange County Government to contact you via email or cell phone text message during an emergency affecting Orange County. Download to your phone at orangecountyfl.net/ Home/NewslettersAlerts/OCFLAlert. aspx#.YIgoILVKhPY.
1. Pool rules signs were installed at each pool and include newly required language by Florida Department of Health (maximum depth).
2. No Pets Off Leash yard signs for the Parks/Mews were ordered.
3. Picnic tables for Enders playground and High Park large pavilion were delivered.
The most important part of your hurricane plan is a Hurricane Kit that includes the basic life support you will need after a disaster. Prepare to be self-sufficient for at least three days to two weeks.
4. The Amendment to the Equipment Guidelines and Exhibit C pertaining to portable basketball goals was mailed to the membership April 7, 2023. The new rules went into effect May 8, 2023.
5. The vacuum pump on the kiddie pool at Enders was repaired.
6. The freshwater line leak at High Park was repaired.
7. The pool equipment leaks at Enders and Grace Hopper were repaired.
8. Someone set off the fire extinguisher in the Grace Hopper pool bath. SMI maintenance cleaned up the mess. The extinguisher was replaced and a police report was completed along with pictures of the parties involved. They did not have a key fob and were let in by a resident. Signs have been posted at the pools about the importance of not letting people in who do not have key fobs.
Pending Actions
1. A few items have been ordered for the Grace Hopper fitness center (rope pulls and floor mats).
2. Modernization of elevator at Grace Hopper approved in February. Time blocked in June for modernization.
3. Pressure wash, caulk and touch up paint exterior of Grace Hopper Hall. Scheduled for May 10 and 11.
4. Pressure wash, caulk and touch up paint exterior of High Park. Scheduled for May 12 through 15.
5. Pressure wash, caulk and touch up paint exterior of Enders. Scheduled for May 8 and 9.
6. Clean Enders roofs. Scheduled for May 8 and 9.
7. Electrical repair of main pool breaker panel at Enders pool. Being scheduled with contractor.
8. SMI maintenance will assemble and stain the picnic tables that were delivered for Enders playground and High Park large pavilion.
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 April 20, 2023, meeting. A complete copy of the official minutes can be obtained on the Community Network, BaldwinParkNetwork.com.
n The TSAC moved to approve the following residents representing the following service areas be recommended for appointment to the TSAC by the Board of Directors: Jerry Sellers, Issa 22; Robert Graves, Issa 28; Edward Ward, Mattamy; and Jim Mark, at-large. City Homes No. 4 is currently vacant.
n The TSAC approved the removals of street trees located at 1638 Prospect Ave. and 4501 Virginia Drive. The trees will be replaced in 2024.
n The TSAC approved the removal and replacement of a street tree located at 2205 Osprey Ave.
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 New sod that was installed in May has been treated with a fungicide.
n BrightView is continuing to monitor any landscaping that has been impacted by the recent drought conditions. Irrigation has been adjusted to allow for additional watering until the rainy season has arrived. BrightView has made many repairs to the irrigation throughout all of the townhome service areas.
Helpful Information For Townhome Owners
Have you thought about touching up the exterior paint of your home?
There are many different paint colors for the townhome buildings. The association touches up buildings during the preventative maintenance once a year. In addition, if you have a need to re-paint your door, touch up the trim or re-stain the entry steps, the trim paint, door paint and concrete deck stain can all be found at the Winter Park, Sherwin Williams store located at 1770 FL-436, Winter Park, FL 32792 (407) 677-0741.
When a building has been completely repainted, the body of the building is painted with a product called AllGuard by Dow Corning. This is a silicone elastomeric coating system that has a 10-year warranty. As the homeowner, you have some important responsibilities. Failure to follow the requirements listed below may void your warranty.
Any action to pick, poke, tear or penetrate the painted surface will break the protective seal and may void the warranty. n City Homes No. 1 will be the next service area to receive roof replacements. No schedule is available at this time, but it has been projected that the re-roofing project will begin in the summer. All 31 townhome buildings within City Homes No. 1 will receive roof replacements and new gutters. More information will be released to the community as it becomes available. n Per DRS Inc. here is the townhome painting schedule for June 2023: Issa 22: 4701-4749 Fox St. n Per DRS Inc. here is the townhome maintenance schedule for June 2023: City Homes No. 1 (continued); Cambridge: 3600-3750 Lower Union Road and 5403-5473 Baldwin Park Street.
Any pressure cleaning must be performed with pressure less than 1500 psi.
The only cleaning product specified for use is SIMPLE GREEN. Most cleaning should be performed with only water and sponges.
Do not use harsh brushes or scraping tools. They will harm the surface.
Any plant material growing on the building voids the warranty on that area of the building. The homeowner then assumes responsibility for these areas.
Please note the following information: Creeping Fig roots itself into the building’s stucco about every 3 inches, and it pulls any moisture out of the stucco, which eventually destroys the stucco. If the Creeping Fig is not maintained properly it will grow into the soffit and attic, potentially causing leaks in the roofs among other issues.
To touch up the body paint, you must be certified in the application by Dow Corning or you can void the warranty.
Schedules will be projected one to two months out 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.