May 16, 2008

The Rendezvous

This is the May 2008 newsletter of the Bridgerland Meadows Homeowners Association. This website / blog contains the same information as the printed newsletter and allows the opportunity to make comments about any of the issues in this month’s newsletter or to view previous editions of the newsletter. As urgent notices are received throughout the month, they will be posted immediately, so check back regularly, or you can set it up as an RSS feed through the program of your choice. This is not an official form of communication with the HOA Management. It is provided to increase community awareness, involvement, and communication.
Technology Update

The developers of Bridgerland Meadows have retained an agent for the negotiation of a new service contract for the technology package in the development. Dave Springer is the president of AbbaCom Inc., a technology company based out of Salt Lake City, and he will be reviewing the current system, making suggestions for changes, and negotiating the new contract.

A letter from Mr. Springer is included below along with a brief biography of his experience and expertise.

As of the publication of this newsletter, Quadra Media Works is still under contract to provide services to the community. The recent Internet outage that lasted several days was due to a power outage on Friday, May 9th. They were on site throughout the weekend to resolve the problem. If you are experiencing further problems or have any other customer service issues, please contact them.

If you have any problems, please contact Sharon Andersen at (435) 755-7829 or sandersen@redeagledevelopment.com.
Letter From David Springer

May 7, 2008

To Whom It May Concern:

Bridgerland has retained AbbaCom Inc., specifically David Springer to represent them in reviewing, changing and negotiating the telecommunications systems at the property. It has been determined that the infrastructure has been designed and built properly but that there have been numerous problems with vendors and a clear absence of a consistent quality of service.

With that in mind solutions are being reviewed that will provide industry standard systems and products, with a quality of service that is expected in today’s high demand world. Negotiations are on going with several solutions that will bring an end to these problems.

We understand that time is critical and are doing everything we can to facilitate a rapid resolution to the problem. Please find attached a short history of my experience.

Sincerely,

David L. Springer
President

AbbaCom Inc.
DSpringer@AbbaComInc.Com


David Springer Biography

The over thirty years of experience and expertise acquired by Mr. Springer began in 1973 withhis college training in electronics. He enhanced his training with hands-on experience while inthe Air Force. Serving in the military as a Specialist on Electronic Counter Measures,Communications and Navigation Systems for the F-111 fighter jet, formed a solid foundation forhis civilian career in the communication industry.

In 1977, he began eight years of working for two major CATV operators. During this time heheld many different positions in technical services, engineering and management. Managementresponsibilities encompassed personnel and fiscal management, development of timelines andproduction schedules, evaluation of product development as well as marketing. This experienceprovided him with the practical skills he needed to begin his own business ventures.

Mr. Springer began his own corporation in 1984, Westvision Telecommunications Inc., in SaltLake City, Utah. Within his corporation he held responsibilities as President and Engineer. WTIoperated a complete 3/4" and Beta SP production studio, sound studio, audio visual sales andrental, and complete corporate communications systems. In addition, WTI designed, consulted,constructed, operated and marketed numerous private cable systems, CATV, Wireless and Pay-Per-View Systems throughout the United States. In 1991, Mr. Springer sold WTI and foundedAbbaCom Inc., which specializes in CATV, Wireless, Private Cable/Telephone, InternetTechnologies and Audio/Visual systems.

AbbaCom Inc, works with the leading Wireless, PPV, IPTV, Ethernet, Fiber Optic and CATVproviders as well as specialized corporate communications systems. Their continuinginvolvement brings a depth of experience and scope of information that is very much in demand.The many years Mr. Springer has enjoyed in the RF industry have allowed him to be involvedwith many of the cutting edge technologies available today. From Microwave to Fiber Opticsand from Video to High Speed Data, his expertise brings to bear a wide range of talents andinnovative ideas on any communications project.
The Pavilion

We have ordered tables for the Pavilion and should have the finishing touches completed on the building in June. You will be able to use the facility for family and other gatherings. You will need to reserve the area with Sharon and submit a $50 refundable cleaning deposit. A small kitchen area will be available to wash dishes and the restrooms will be available to you. We are looking forward to you using the area for your enjoyment.
Official Notices
  • We are running behind in our concrete schedule due to the weather. This has delayed the construction of the pet waste areas, but they will be done soon. If you are currently walking your dog or letting them do their business in the field to the south or north, please understand that both of these areas are private property, and therefore should be treated with respect. You should always pick up after your dog wherever he/she happens to go. We are still finding large amounts of dog droppings around our property and in the adjoining fields. Please pick up after your dogs!
  • Thank you for responding to the request to keep the garbage bins inside your garage. The driveways are clean and neat and much safer. Thank you all for your cooperation!
  • As you can probably guess, with all the negative media about the housing slump, sales of new town homes (and all other homes) are going a little slower than we would like. But given the strong economy of the valley and state, we are hoping that this year will bring a strong market for new home sales.

Thank you for your cooperation in making this a comfortable and safe community. Please address any comments, questions, or concerns to the HOA Management by contacting Sharon Andersen at (435) 755-7829 or sandersen@redeagledevelopment.com

Neighborhood Progress

Development plans have been announced for the lots to the east of our development surrounding the LDS chapel. A planned unit development of 75 building lots for single family homes will be constructed. The homes will be available to residents who are 55 years of age and older. This is good news for our neighborhood. The new development will be finished nicely with streets, sidewalks, and landscaping. And, the single family homes will increase the property values in the area, but will not compete directly with the townhomes in our development.