posted May 6, 2013, 8:10 AM by Jenna Brown
Warm weather will be here soon enough and the pool is a refreshing way for residents and their guests to spend those summer days cooling off!
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posted May 1, 2013, 8:57 AM by Lucy Turner
Saturday May 4 is a busy day at Lafayette Oaks. From 10 am to Noon, we will have our plant & seed exchange, and book exchange. Gardeners and readers will want to take advantage of this opportunity to share their treasures, and pick up some new items. PLANTS - bring plants or seeds that you are willing to share. Please include information about the plant such as the name, and care instructions (such as prefers full sun, shade, etc.) Then look over the items other people have brought to find a new addition for your yard. BOOKS - Bring those books that you have enjoyed but are now just taking up precious shelf space, and"trade them in" for a book from one of your neighbors. Books not claimed by the end of the day will be donated to "Operation Paperback." POOL - The pool opens for the summer at noon on Saturday. Who will be brave and take a dip on the first day? |
posted Dec 6, 2012, 11:37 AM by Lucy Turner
Congratulations to the following neighbors who were elected to serve on the LOHA
Board of Directors for terms beginning on January 1, 2013:
Jenna Brown
Gary Fitzpatrick
Richard Long
Mike Mentillo
If you see these folks, be sure to say congratulations - and thank them for
agreeing to volunteer for this extra work. We are very fortunate to have
wonderful neighbors who pitch in all the time to make Lafayette Oaks the great
place it is.
Thanks also to Sandy Schmookler for throwing his hat in the ring, and for
graciously agreeing to volunteer as needed, even though he was not elected.
The recently elected members will meet with existing Board members in January to
elect officers for the year.
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posted Sep 13, 2012, 8:20 AM by Lucy Turner
Annual elections for the LOHA Board of Directors are coming up later this fall. If you are interested in serving on the Board, or if you know someone who is interested, please get your nomination(s) to Lucy Turner by November 1st. Board members serve 2 year terms (in this case from January 1, 2013 through December 31, 2014) Board members meet once a month, and also are assigned specific committee responsibilities. Please contact any member of the Board for more information. |
posted Sep 13, 2012, 8:15 AM by Lucy Turner
As reported in the September newsletter, the Board has been looking into the question of whether the Marketable Record Title Act (MRTA) impacted on the viability of our neighborhood covenants. This is an update on that issue. The Board conferred with attorney Peter Dunbar on the matter. Mr. Dunbar is an expert in Homeowners Association Law, who literally "wrote the book" on HOA laws in Florida. Mr. Dunbar advised that the covenants are viable for the vast majority of properties in the neighborhood (and possibly all of the properties). He recommended that the Board follow the statutory procedure to preserve the covenants for an additional thirty years in order to minimize any uncertainty on the issue.He said that this would be the most cost effective way to proceed. At the September 11, 2012 Board meeting, the Board agreed to accept this advice and move forward on the process of preserving the covenants.Therefore, here is what you can expect to happen over the next few weeks: ·Written Notice -- All homeowners will be getting a copy of a formal legal notice about the matter. The notice will advise everyone that the Board is going to vote on the question of preserving the covenants at the October 9 meeting.You will get the copy of the notice with your October newsletter, which will be delivered the last week of September. You will also be able to see the notice posted at the gates, on the website, and on LO32308. ·Board Meeting -- At the October 9 Board meeting, the Board will consider the issue. As at all meetings, all homeowners are encouraged to attend, ask questions, and let the Board know your opinion. If the Community is not in favor of using the preservation process, then the other option is to go through a separate process called revitalization, which is more costly and complicated. Mr. Dunbar estimates that the cost of doing a revitalization could be as high as $10,000. (The expected costs for preservation are about $2000.) ·Board Vote -- In order to preserve the covenants, at least two thirds of the Board (6 members) need to vote to take that action. If at least 6 Board members vote to preserve, then the next step is filing the necessary paperwork with the Clerk of Court so that there is an official record of the action. The Board thanks all of our neighbors for their attention to this important issue. |
posted Aug 6, 2012, 9:42 PM by Lucy Turner
The Board of Directors will meet at the usual time in August -- August 14th at 7 p.m. |
posted Aug 6, 2012, 9:40 PM by Lucy Turner
Almost time for school to start, so you know that its not too long before the weather cools down a bit. And we have a busy fall schedule planned to take advantage of it. Highlights include: the fall yard sale (Oct 6); Belly Dancing lessons starting in September; a Yappy Hour at the park (October 14); Trunk or Treat on Halloween. Don't miss any of these events! Check the calendar link on this website for dates and times. Hope to see you there.
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posted Jul 10, 2012, 9:18 PM by Lucy Turner
Neighbors, once again the Board is asking for your input on that topic that we all wish we could avoid -- the need for a dues increase.
At our Board meeting on Tuesday night, the Board voted to advise residents that we are considering recommending a dues increase. Any increase would need to be voted on and approved by a majority of the residents. A vote on the issue is set for October 9 - you will be able to vote in person or by written proxy.
Based on a review of all the information available, the Board expects to recommend a total increase of $150. This could be implemented in 2013, or phased in over two years.
WE ENCOURAGE DISCUSSION AND INPUT ON THIS IMPORTANT ISSUE! We will be posting more details in the LO32308 e-mail list - which allows for more detailed exchange of information.
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posted Jun 11, 2012, 9:23 PM by Lucy Turner
Lafayette Oaks has been selected as the 2012 Neighborhood of the Year for unincorporated Leon County. The announcement was made at the annual meeting of the Leon County Council of Neighborhood Associations (CONA) held on June 11, 2012.
This is a first for our neighborhood, and it is a reflection of the amazing spirit of community we have here. |
posted May 29, 2012, 8:24 PM by Lucy Turner
Please plan to attend the first of two "Town Hall Meetings" to discuss important financial issues. As a neighborhood, we need to decide how to plan for and finance LOHA's long term infrastructure and maintenance needs. Yes, this means we need to discuss whether to have a dues increase. Nobody likes to pay more money, but we have to act responsibly to maintain the beauty and value of our neighborhood and our homes.
Please join us on Thursday June 14 at 7 p.m. at the LO Community Room to get information about our current budget, and our long range planning needs. And share your thoughts on these important issues. |
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