The Rendezvous
This is the December 2008 newsletter of the Bridgerland Meadows Homeowners Association. This 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. This is not an official form of communication with the HOA Management. It is provided to increase community awareness, involvement, and communication. Please keep comments respectful and use appropriate language.
December 30, 2008
Technology Update
We feel like jumping for joy as we just received a draft of the agreement with the major national provider. We have been waiting for this for months, as you know. We are reviewing the agreement with our attorney. There are some definite differences that need to be resolved before we can sign the agreement, but we are moving toward developing a solid contract that will be in the best interest of the HOA over the long run. The company is requiring that they have 90 days from the date the agreement is signed to make the changeover. They feel they can accomplish their work in less than 90 days but want to leave extra time in case it is needed. They have to increase their capacity to the site (from 400 West) before they can actually make the changeover. We hope that all the legal work on the contract can be accomplished by the end of December, so that the clock (90 days) can be started.
We feel like jumping for joy as we just received a draft of the agreement with the major national provider. We have been waiting for this for months, as you know. We are reviewing the agreement with our attorney. There are some definite differences that need to be resolved before we can sign the agreement, but we are moving toward developing a solid contract that will be in the best interest of the HOA over the long run. The company is requiring that they have 90 days from the date the agreement is signed to make the changeover. They feel they can accomplish their work in less than 90 days but want to leave extra time in case it is needed. They have to increase their capacity to the site (from 400 West) before they can actually make the changeover. We hope that all the legal work on the contract can be accomplished by the end of December, so that the clock (90 days) can be started.
Official Notices
- Several months ago, the HOA changed their property and liability insurance carrier from State Farm Insurance to Buckner Insurance. If you receive a notice from your mortgage lender that you have no insurance and therefore they are going to charge you for fire insurance on your home, call Sharon for Buckner contact information. Your home has never been without insurance but your lender may not know who to contact to verify coverage.
- Please bring or send in the signed form either registering or indicating you do OR do not have a dog which was recently sent to you. You will be assessed $10 per month until we have the signed form indicating you do not have a dog on the premises. We have to assume you do have a dog unless we receive the signed form. Also, if you do have a dog, it needs to be registered with the HOA office as per the CC&R’s. If you need another form please contact Sharon.
Condo Insurance
It is very important that you have a “Condo Insurance Policy” which covers your personal property inside or outside your home. The HOA policy does NOT cover personal property or personal liability. The HOA policy covers the structure itself and items inside which are permanently affixed to the home and liability for the Homeowners Association. If you or someone in your home started a fire which spread to other units, you would no doubt be sued for damages. A Condo Policy would protect you for such liability and should not cost over $110 to $140 per year. It is an insurance that is low cost and is of great benefit.
It is very important that you have a “Condo Insurance Policy” which covers your personal property inside or outside your home. The HOA policy does NOT cover personal property or personal liability. The HOA policy covers the structure itself and items inside which are permanently affixed to the home and liability for the Homeowners Association. If you or someone in your home started a fire which spread to other units, you would no doubt be sued for damages. A Condo Policy would protect you for such liability and should not cost over $110 to $140 per year. It is an insurance that is low cost and is of great benefit.
Heating Your Home
Most homes in the development have programmable thermostats that when programmed can greatly reduce natural gas consumption. Think about programming back to 60 degrees when not home and then having the heat come on before you return so your home is comfortable when you arrive. If you don’t have a programmable thermostat, they can be purchased locally and easily installed.
Most homes in the development have programmable thermostats that when programmed can greatly reduce natural gas consumption. Think about programming back to 60 degrees when not home and then having the heat come on before you return so your home is comfortable when you arrive. If you don’t have a programmable thermostat, they can be purchased locally and easily installed.
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