I live in Unit 2- on July 4th 7 Notes with exclusionary messages
Posted all over common area. I enjoyed the show anyway.
I live in Unit 2- on July 4th 7 Notes with exclusionary messages
Posted all over common area. I enjoyed the show anyway.
Units 1, 3, 4 & 9 Conducted a Serial Meeting Takeover on 2/1
Our Mission
We are dedicated to improving the quality of life in our community by promoting a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all residents. Our goal is to foster a strong sense of community and enhance the value of our homes.
Board of Directors
"Why did Unit 1 hire security for a two-day period ? Intimidation?
"October 2024: $65,000 Emergency Assessment Highlights Deferred Maintenance Costs" In October 2024, homeowners faced a $65,000 emergency assessment for roof replacement, addressing water intrusion issues that had reportedly persisted for multiple years. This significant financial burden, combined with extended stair access limitations during repairs, illustrates the costly consequences of deferred maintenance planning. Key Concerns: Reactive vs. Preventive Approach: Long-term infrastructure issues requiring emergency assessments rather than planned capital improvements Permit Compliance Questions: Repair work conducted with unclear permit status, potentially affecting warranty coverage and code compliance Community Impact: Extended access restrictions affecting daily life and property accessibility Financial Planning: Large, unexpected assessments creating financial hardship for owners
Summary: HOA Management Shift 2020-2025
The Core Problem:Your HOA dramatically changed from a collaborative, maintenance-focused community to one dominated by legal expenses after February 2020 leadership change.
Key Issues:
Financial Mismanagement:
- 25% of HOA revenue now goes to legal fees (industry standard is ~5%)
- Over $50,000 owed to Epsten Law firm
- Maintenance budget cut by ~60% while legal spending increased 400%
- Emergency assessments required due to deferred repairs
Infrastructure Deterioration:
- $100,000 elevator repair postponed
- Safety hazards from rusted railings and stairs
- Crumbling retaining walls ignored
- Basic maintenance like painting deferred
Governance Problems:
- Meeting access issues for some owners
- Votes rushed without proper disclosure
- Financial transparency lacking
- Democratic processes compromised
The Pattern:Before 2020: Small quarterly assessments, collaborative repairs, steady improvements After 2020: Legal expenses prioritized, maintenance deferred, community conflicts increased
Your Position:As a 28-year owner, you're advocating for financial transparency, proper maintenance, and return to collaborative community management that preserves property values.
Current Crisis:
- Another $5,000 legal fee request
- Urgent CCR amendment vote without owner review
- Outstanding legal debt while critical repairs remain undone
Bottom Line: You're documenting how legal expenses have consumed the maintenance budget, creating safety issues and property deterioration while enriching a law firm at community expense.