** Don’t forget Daylight Savings March 13th. **

Parking Reminder

Logan City will remove the “no overnight parking” rule on March 1st. Until then, please park extra vehicles in the guest parking along 1530 North or in the far southwest corner of the development in the “overflow parking” area. DO NOT park in any other areas or the Booting Company will boot.

Another Attic Examination Reminder

We continue to find bath and dryer vent lines disconnected in the attic space. Please take a few minutes to look inside your attic and see if any of the vent ducts (some rigid aluminum and some white or silver flex ducting) are disconnected or lying on top of the insulation. If they are, contact Sharon at 755-7829 and she will arrange for a person to come and fix the lines. You can borrow a ladder from the HOA by calling Sharon.

Round-A-Bout Etiquette

We have received and have witnessed violations of Round-A-Bout usage. Logan City police officers have observed and have ticketed individuals who do not follow correct procedures when using the Round-A-Bout in the center of the development. It should also be mentioned that the main streets in the development are city streets, not private, and are subject to all the rules and regulations as any other city street. Please DO NOT CUT OR SHORT CUT the Round-A-Bout. Not only is it illegal, but it is dangerous. When approaching the Round-A-Bout, always go around to your right. If a vehicle is already in the Round-A-Bout, or nearer than you, you MUST give them the right-a-way. Please observe this basic “rule of the road” and be courteous.

Theft Warning

It seems improbable, but one resident informed us that their barbeque set was stolen from their patio area. Perhaps this should be a wakeup call. Items of value should be able to remain in these areas, but do so knowing they could be stolen.

Front Courtyard Areas

As we walk through the development, we see many front courtyard areas cluttered and unsightly. Will each of you please keep those areas picked up and tidy. Toys and barbeques should not be sitting on top of plants. Old papers should be picked up and discarded. Other items making the area unsightly should be removed and stored inside the home or garage. PLEASE help us clean up the area, especially now that spring is coming!!

Market Improving

We have noticed some strengthening in the local housing market. Let’s hope that 2011 will be the year for housing sales and prices to rebound. Remember, if you refer a buyer to us we will pay your HOA dues for one year! Be sure to notify us of your referral prior to them closing, so we can give you credit.

Satellite Dishes

Qwest has completed Phase I, II, and is working in Phase III. In order to ask Qwest to provide internet/phone services you will need satellite television through either Dish or Direct TV. We have contracted with Kelly Electronics (435-752-5678) to provide either Dish Network or Direct TV. Please do not ask anyone else to install dishes on the buildings. We need to maintain and control the number of dishes on each building and going through one local provider helps us do that. Thank you for your cooperation.

Furnace Filters

This is an excellent time to replace/clean your filter. Not only will this provide cleaner air in your home, but it will cut your heating costs.

Dryer Vents and Bath Fans

Please take a few minutes to look up inside your attic space to see if all duct work is connected. You will need a 6’ to 8’ step ladder and a flashlight. If any of the ducts leading from your bath fans or dryer is disconnected serious moisture damage could be the result.
Call 435-755-7829 and let us know. We will send a repairman to correct the problem. You can borrow a ladder from us if needed.

Smoke Detectors

At the beginning of this New Year, is a great time to check your smoke detectors. Press the button on one and all the detectors in the home should sound their alarm. Replace the batteries if over one year old.

Pets

Remember when your dog does his business in the snow, it is still there in the spring. Please pick up and be good pet owners.
Thanks!

~Notice~

Bridgerland Meadows Homeowners Association

In order to be good stewards of your money, and keep your accounts receivable in line with income, the Bridgerland Meadows Homeowners Association will begin immediately to implement new policies for delinquent accounts. The current policy adds $10.00 late fee and interest, and when an account becomes 90 days late begins the process of attaching a lien to the property. Effective immediately, we will contact those who are two months in arrears and negotiate with them to get their account balance current. Beginning January 1, 2011 the following policy will be added to the existing practice of charging a late fee plus interest.
1. When an account becomes 2 months in arrears the unit owner will be given 15 days to bring the account current.
2. If the delinquency is not brought current within the 15 days, the unit’s water will be turned off until the account is brought current or a satisfactory payment schedule is established with the HOA.
3. The water will remain off until #2 above occurs, at which time a $25.00 reconnect fee will be charged.

We recognize that this action is harsh and aggressive. We also recognize that as stewards for HOA funds, we must strictly enforce payment, otherwise, those who do keep their accounts current are subsidizing those who do not. We hope you will support our efforts to keep your HOA financially solvent. Other remedies to collect delinquent accounts results in several months of delinquency, attorney fees charged to the HOA, and sometimes with little delinquent money reaching the HOA account.
We will implement this policy immediately and work with delinquent accounts to get them current by 2011 year’s end. Beginning in January we will implement the full policy.

Bridgerland Meadows HOA
Accounts Management

Technology

With the exception of a few units in Phase I & II, Qwest has completed their installation. We will be able to tell you on a case by case basis if service is not to your unit as of this date. Qwest is scheduled into Phase III in the next few weeks. We will keep you informed of their progress.

For those of you residing in Phase I and II you may call Qwest at
800-475-7526, to inquire about phone and internet services. For Satellite TV you will need to call Kelly Electronics at 435-752-5678. You will get the same bundle deal that Qwest offers through Kelly Electronics.

Garbage Cans

All garbage and recycling cans must be stored inside your garage. Residents are not allowed to leave cans in alley ways, between buildings, or at the ends of buildings. Both HOA and City of Logan policy require cans to be stored out of site by 10 PM of the pickup day (Thursday). We’ve been having quite a problem with cans being left in alley ways and between buildings. Unit owners will be assessed a fine if this continues. Please, respect your neighbors. Store your cans inside your garage.

Parking on Streets

Effective November 15th the city of Logan will ticket cars parked overnight on city streets. You may park in the guest parking areas along 1530 North (both sides), but not in the guest parking areas inside the development (next to the buildings). You may also park on the private property on the Southwest corner of the development. We realize this area is currently muddy, but it is another option for parking. Please, do not park on other dirt or grass areas or you will be booted.

Sprinkler Lines and Hose Connections

As we walk around the development it becomes very evident that children are continuing to pull up sprinkler water lines in the gravel areas. Replacing these lines is very costly and we seem to repeat it often. PLEASE speak with your children who may be doing destructive things to others property, and not recognizing it. If you see children doing this, please contact us so we can speak to the parents.

Please be sure to disconnect any outside hoses from faucets as they may freeze and break the faucets.

Parking

The City will cite cars parked overnight between November 15th and March 15th because of snow removal requirements. This year residents may use the guest parking areas on 1530 north (near the mailboxes) without a fee. We may begin to charge for these parking spaces as the need for more parking grows. You will be allowed to park in the storage area in the southwest corner of the property also.

Our goal is to eventually have all extra resident vehicles parked in the storage area when it becomes a paved lot. We will begin to charge for extra vehicles, as it is important for residents to acknowledge that in a multi-family development, extra vehicles use space and resources.

Parking permits will not be required to park in these areas (along 1530 and in the southwest storage parking area). Parking permits ARE required in the guest parking areas near and between the buildings. If you have a guest that is going to be staying overnight and parking in this area, please call Cache Auto Booting 435-512-5003 or you can pick one up from Sharon during office hours if you know in advance.

Technology

We installed the necessary conduit to allow Quest to service every building in September. We are on their schedule but to date have only seen minor work being done in our subdivision. We are still waiting for them to install their wiring so residents can have more technology choices. We have been told they should have all their system completed soon.

Voles and Mice

It seems that this year has seen a particularly large number of mice and voles have been evident. If you have seen such rodents and think we can poison them (outside only), please call Sharon at 755-7829. Once inside the house, you will need to poison or trap yourselves.