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The Clarion
The Clarion FOUR COLONIES HOMES ASSOCIATION A WELCOMING COMMUNITY WITH PRIDE IN OUR PROPERTY SPECIAL POINTS OF INTEREST Hidden Woods Park Page 4 New Stair Handrails Page 5 Talking “Trash” Page 6 Volunteers Needed Page 6 INSIDE THIS ISSUE President’s Message Committee Reports BOD Minutes Financials Calendar Advertisements V O L U M E 1 , I S S U E 9 SEPTEMBER 2011 2 President’s Message September 2011 There will be NO DUES INCREASE IN 2012 The concrete tables and benches behind the office at Pool #2 are courtesy of the past Garden Club Garage Sale Money. Thank you, Louise Byer for coordinating this Gift to the homeowner’s of Four Colonies. They have already been used and enjoyed. I would like to remind you what Lawn Care means: Mowing, Edging, Fertilizing and Weed Control. This does not include: Trimming your shrubs, debris clean up from all the wind we have incurred. It would make a big difference if you could pile debris at the edge of your front lawn area for pick up prior to being mowed on Thursdays (weather permitting). We are in the process of obtaining bids for the restoration of Pool #3. To do this, it was necessary to uncover the pool, but it is definitely not safe to swim in. All pools were closed for the season August 29 per the request of the Johnson County Environmental Department. Barbara Redhair President Easy Communication Residents who have not gotten into the habit of looking for The Clarion on-line and would like to be notified when the current issue of The Clarion has been posted on the Four Colonies web-site, may receive a notice by submitting an email address to the office. Residents are also encouraged to join their neighbors on Facebook. It is a great way to find others who have the same interests and concerns. 3 Reporting In . . . . . Architectural Review Report The following requests were approved by the Architectural Review Committee. Residents are reminded: Outside changes must be approved by the Architectural Review Committee. 12528 W. 82 Terrace Move air-conditioner outside patio to side of house 8133 Monrovia Replace front door 11908 W. 82 Terrace Replace garage doors Common Grounds The Grounds Committee received a request from the owner of 12118 W. 82 nd Terrace to install metal steps behind his home within the common ground area. The industrial type steps would be attached to a retaining wall, span an area of cable boxes, and terminate to the north near a drainage swale. This is all within common grounds. The configuration of the land behind this residence, including the retaining wall, has been in place for many years. The request was not approved. The tree survey is now over half completed. Ada Niedenthal and Sara Funk are to be commended for their fortitude during this hot summer. They have recorded over 1,000 trees so far. This survey is of great value for future planning as it identifies specie, location, maturity, and condition of each tree within the common grounds. The Common Grounds Committee meets Thursday, August 18 th. We will review the drainage/restoration projects in the planning stage and discuss the 2011 Pride In Property survey. There were many lessons learned from our initial survey last year and we know improvements can be made. If you have any input, we would welcome it. Paint Report Homes scheduled to be painted this summer, 55% are completed. Rains earlier in the summer, followed by excessive heat, slowed the painters. However, for the last several weeks, the weather has been more cooperative and the painting crews are back on schedule. Homeowners who live in the shingled-sided homes will be asked by the Paint Committee to attend a meeting which will focus on future product colors. The meeting is planned to take place in October. The meeting notice will be published in The Clarion. Communication Report In preparation for the 2012 budget, the web master has been contacted and asked to submit estimated costs for publishing The Clarion on line and for other web-site costs. Residents who want to receive an email notice when the current Clarion has been posted, should send their address to the office. Manager’s Report Staff has spent these hot days watering the most recently sodded areas, flower beds, and new trees. The weeds are still growing but nothing else is. We have also cut weeds and neglected flower beds at vacant houses. We continue to haul off twigs and branches. The hand rails are being installed at the 5 locations approved by the board. The asphalt repairs are scheduled to begin Monday, August 15. We have also repaired several shorts in our yard light wiring system. Please be aware that any digging on the property could result in damage to our underground wiring system. That includes driveway replacement, sidewalk replacement, flower planting, tree planting, etc. Painting continues. We still have some homeowners who have not selected a color. The palette is displayed in the front window of the office. After writing down your selection, you can put it in our mailbox to the left of the front door. We will get the information to the painters so they can make their purchases. 4 INTO THE WOODS RIGHT NEXT DOOR In addition to the abundant amenities and green spaces of Four Colonies, residents can also enjoy a nearby public City of Lenexa park. Hidden Woods Park, 12241 West 83rd Street, is within easy walking distance, as many residents already know. Hidden Woods is one of several “rain-to-recreation” city parks. The pond is fed from street run-off water. This program turns areas that have a tendency to hold storm water run-off and transforms them into ponds and lakes for public use. Opened to the public in 2008, Hidden Woods Park has a total of 25 acres. While the city maintains the park, it features a wooded area and native flowers and grasses. The Park also has three Blue Bird houses. Visitors to the park are asked not to disturb the houses. Hidden Woods Park is part of an Eastern Blue Bird restoration project. This summer, according to the city, 12 Eastern Blue Birds were fledged at Hidden Woods Park. Channel Catfish, Blue Gill and Sunfish are stocked in the pond. Visitors may fish off the dock if they have a current Kansas Fishing and Hunting license. Aquatic turtles have been spotted in the pond. A resident recently “moved” a large land turtle, found near Monrovia, to the pond. A small herd of White Tail deer can regularly be seen near the woods both at dusk and early morning. Visitors are asked to keep all pets on a leash and to pick up after their pets. While visitors are encouraged to visit the Park, they are also asked to admire the wild flowers and birds, but not to disturb. Now that the weather is cooler, maybe it is time to bait your fishing hook! Story and pictures by Communications Chair Alice Ann Bennett - Wild flowers on cover, this page and back cover were taken at Hidden Woods Park. 5 Just a reminder…from The Common Grounds Committee …should any resident desire to landscape within the common area this must be approved by the Common Grounds Committee and General Manager. An application can be obtained from the office. This includes, but is not limited to, trees, shrubs, flowers, rocks, timbers, pavers, edging, yard art, etc. …for the next six weeks, efforts will be made to begin the reclamation of common ground areas that have been planted by homeowners and are now neglected. Plants will be removed along with rock edgings and replaced with grass mat containing seed. This is being done in an effort to clean up shabbily planted areas and returning them to grass area that can be maintained by lawn service. We will not be able to get to all areas this year – but, it is a start! …the month of September is the best time to put down grass seed!!! Grass seed is available in the office for all those who can help our lawns look better next year. Stair Handrails Installed Stair handrails have been installed in five locations. The handrails were installed in compliance with City of Lenexa codes that state if there are more than three stairs in a public area, a handrail is required. Two handrails were placed at Pool 3 – one on the north side of the pool, another on the south side. Two handrails were placed behind 8051Monrovia. A fifth handrail was installed behind 7939 Colony Lane. The new handrails are harmonious with other ones throughout Four Colonies common grounds. The total cost for this project was $2685. Residents are encouraged to replace missing handrails or shaky ones located on their property. 6 Four Colonies Book Club ………... FOUR COLONIES’ BOOK CLUB SELECTIONS 2011 Wednesdays; Social – 7 p.m.; Book Review – 7:30 p.m. Date September 7, 2011 Book Title Author Book Type Reviewer/Host Select books for next year and party!!! Talking Trash: What to Do With Glass? (It’s Easier Now!) Glass can’t go into your recycling bin--it breaks! and is hazardous to workers handling it. (Also, when mixed with other recyclables, it “contaminates” them, reducing their recycling value.) But container glass can be recycled endlessly and is a primary ingredient in fiberglass insulation and new glass containers. Recycling glass is now more convenient. Ripple Glass, an innovative Kansas City-based company, is placing big, purple, glass recycling bins throughout the county. The two most convenient ones to Four Colonies are at 87th and Lackman, just north of Rimann Liquor, and in the southeast corner of the parking lot at the 91st and Metcalf Whole Foods market. For other locations, go to www.rippleglasskc.com and click on “where to recycle.” Glass recycling tips: You needn’t separate by color--all brown, green, blue and clear food and beverage containers can be dumped in the bin. You needn’t take the labels off or rinse the containers (although that would be nice). Take off the lids, however, and don’t dump plate glass (windows), mirrors, Pyrex or Corning Ware or ceramics. Ann Arnott “Waste Management Committee” Pride In Property Volunteers Needed Last fall’s Pride in Property survey resulted in improvements to the exterior appearance of homes and common grounds that benefited all Four Colonies residents. Seven items were assessed last year (trim shrubs, remove volunteer trees, remove debris, clean gutters, and repair and/or paint patio fence). The Grounds Committee will undertake another survey this fall, but we need help from other residents. Don’t worry—you won’t be asked to assess homes around where you live! Contact Sara Funk (894-5693 or [email protected]) to volunteer. 7 FOUR COLONIES HOMES ASSOCIATION REGULAR BOARD MEETING MINUTES August 15, 2011 Barbara Redhair Helen Lightle Dawn Harmon Jim Shields Ann Arnott Alice Bennett Bill Brooks Linda Khan-Lynch Dottie Pope Becky Powell These minutes have not been approved. Absent: Linda Khan-Lynch. President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer General Manager The Homeowner’s Forum started at 5:45 p.m. There was one homeowner present. There were no issues discussed. President Barbara Redhair called the Regular Board Meeting of August 16, 2011 to order at 5:55 p.m. A quorum was present. Ms. Harmon made the motion to accept July 18, 2011, Regular Board Meeting minutes as written. Mr. Shields seconded and the motion passed. (Vote #1) COMMITTEE REPORTS: Architectural Review – Mr. Brooks reported that the Architectural Control Committee received 3 new requests and all were approved. Common Area Facilities –Ms. Redhair reported the cover was removed from pool 3 and the water treated. to give a clear view for companies submitting bids for repairing the pool. CommunicationsClarion. Ms. Bennett has contacted the web master for an estimate of expenses to be budgeted in 2012 for The Finance- The Board received copies of the financial reports. Discussion followed. Grounds- Ms. Lightle reported the Grounds Committee received a request to install industrial type metal steps behind a home on the common ground area. The request was not approved. The tree survey is now over half completed. Ada Niedenthal and Sara Funk are to be commended for their fortitude during this hot summer. They have recorded over 1,000 trees. The Common Grounds Committee meets Thursday, August 18 th. They will review the drainage/restoration projects in planning stage and discuss the 2011 Pride in Property survey. There were many lessons learned and improvements made after last year’s initial survey. Discussion followed. Paint Report – Ms. Pope reported 55% of the 2011 painting is complete. The shingled units are scheduled for painting next year. Social – There was no report. Manager’s Report – Ms. Powell read her report. Discussion followed. Old Business- The was no old business. New Business- Mr. Shields talked about the 2012 Budget and the need to establish income to proceed. Discussion followed. Mr. Shields made the motion not to increase dues for the year 2012. Mr. Brooks seconded. The motion passed. (Vote #2) Ms. Lightle reported on 3 drainage restoration projects. Discussion followed. Ms. Lightle made the motion to approve the following drainage/restoration projects: Project 8-11, in the amount of $3,480.00 for an area between 8226 and 8230 and behind 8226 Monrovia where water is standing because there is no positive drainage 8 to the west; Project 9-11, in the amount of $2,705.00 an area between 8018 and 8020 Monrovia retains water and will eventually impact homes; and Project 10-11, in the amount of $3,671.00, along and in back of 12579 W. 82 nd Terrace which has little grass and eroded soil because of the amount of shade. All three projects total $9,856.00 plus tax and the funds will come from account # 53037-Erosion and Account # 51062-Contract Tree Service. The motion passed. (Vote #3) Ms. Lightle reported on common ground areas that are no longer being taken care of, where residents have planted flower beds, landscaping, and shrub beds. The plantings need to be removed along with any rocks, edgings, and yard art. The ground needs to be leveled and a grass mat layer added to return the area to grass that can be maintained by lawn company. Tree suckers and volunteer trees need to be removed. Becky Powell and Helen Lightle will map out the work to be done. Ms. Lightle made the motion to hire 2 Top Care Lawn employees, at $25.00 per hour for six weeks, at a cost of $12,000.00. This cost includes labor, equipment, and insurances. The funds will come from account #51051-Optional Lawn Services. The motion passed. (Vote #4) The common area fence east of Pool 1 was discussed. Ms. Redhair made the motion not to replace the fence. Ms. Lightle seconded. The motion passed (Vote #5) The Board discussed closing the pools. Ms. Pope made the motion to close Pool 1, and 4 on September 6 and to leave pool 2 open until September 12, 2011. Mr. Shields seconded. The motion passed. (Vote #6) Mr. Brooks made the motion to adjourn, seconded by Ms. Harmon. The meeting adjourned at 7:40 p.m. Respectfully Submitted By: ________________________________________ Dawn Harmon, Secretary ________________________________________ Approved On Board Member 1 2 3 4 5 6 Arnott, Anne Y Y Y Y Y A Bennett, Alice Y Y Y Y Y A Brooks, Bill Y Y Y Y Y A Harmon, Dawn Y Y Y Y Y A Lightle, Helen Y Y Y Y Y A - - - - - - Pope, Dottie Y Y Y Y Y A Shields Jim Y Y Y Y Y Y Khan-Lynch, Linda 7 Redhair, Barbara A = Abstain Y = Yes N = No BOARD OF DIRECTORS VOTING RECORD FOR THE August 15, 2011 MEETING 8 9 10 11 9 Four Colonies Homes Association Balance Sheet 7/31/11 Account Description ASSETS 10100 10200 10204 12000 12400 12800 15258 15260 17100 17200 17300 17400 17500 17600 17700 17800 18100 Petty Cash National BK of KC Operating CH Nat'l BK of KC Operating M M Unit Dues Receivable Allowance for Delinquent Dues Prepaid Insurance Academy Bank Reserve Citizen Bank Major Improvement Improvements Clubhouse Clubhouse Improvements Trucks/Equipment Furniture/Appliances Pool Computers Land Accum Depreciation Operating Reserves Other 500.00 322,072.83 245,246.99 47,476.81 (16,000.00) 7,766.00 230,429.70 61,092.07 _______________ _______________ TOTAL ASSETS 222ttt222Totals 1,169,888.87 438,600.00 138,605.66 63,771.00 25,827.83 275,667.05 6,138.98 913,175.69 (1,244,999.00) _______________ 500.00 322,072.83 245,246.99 47,476.81 (16,000.00) 7,766.00 230,429.70 61,092.07 1,169,888.87 438,600.00 138,605.66 63,771.00 25,827.83 275,667.05 6,138.98 913,175.69 (1,244,999.00) _______________ 607,062.63 291,521.77 =============== ============== 1,786,676.08 2,685,260.48 =============== =============== 410.00 1,192,582.68 20,221.99 7,536.82 2,524.00 2,350.00 _______________ _______________ 410.00 1,192,582.68 20,221.99 7,536.82 2,524.00 2,350.00 _______________ _______________ LIABILITIES & EQUITY CURRENT LIABILITIES: 20510 21285 22250 22260 22270 22300 Accrued Income Tax Accounts Payable Roof Loan Prepaid Homeowner Dues Accrued Payroll Accrued Interest Clubhouse Deposits Subtotal Current Liab. RESERVES: 1,225,625.49 0.00 _______________ _______________ Subtotal Reserves EQUITY: 26500 Designated Capital 27500 Additional Pd - In Capital 28000 Retained Earnings-prior years Current Year Net Income/(Loss) 0.00 0.00 1,045,300.28 477,953.04 (211,704.93) 148,086.60 0.00 _______________ _______________ 0.00 1,225,625.49 _______________ _______________ 0.00 0.00 1,045,300.28 477,953.04 (211,704.93) 0.00 148,086.60 _______________ _______________ Subtotal Equity 1,459,634.99 0.00 0.00 1,459,634.99 TOTAL LIABILITIES & EQUITY 2,685,260.48 0.00 0.00 2,685,260.48 =============== ============== =============== =============== 10 Four Colonies Homes Association Account Income/Expense Statement Description 7/1/2011 to 07/31/11 Current Actual Year to Date Actual 76,459.35 23,997.83 833.33 2,387.50 833.33 18,482.92 299.58 606.75 (593.50) 975.00 245.00 114.54 50.50 30.00 0.00 420.00 50.00 535,211.95 167,984.81 5,833.31 16,712.50 5,833.31 129,380.44 2,097.06 4,247.25 (4,154.50) 4,975.00 2,630.00 828.40 1,943.54 56.30 15.00 950.00 600.00 _________ __________ 125,192.13 875,144.37 16,918.54 79.95 0.00 122.99 184.04 556.12 1,545.30 0.00 86.77 0.00 37.50 0.00 0.00 198.41 0.00 0.00 372.72 120,153.82 559.65 6,500.00 1,135.49 1,677.80 1,235.94 23,886.58 3,716.09 3,761.92 1,673.05 7,052.75 383.60 2,227.08 1,879.58 1,039.82 239.92 2,528.18 __________ 20,102.34 __________ 179,651.27 INCOME: 33000 33010 33020 33030 33031 33040 33050 33060 33070 34000 34010 34020 34022 34030 34040 34045 34050 Administrative & Common Area Reserves - Roof Replacement Roof Repair Gutters Gutter Repair Paint - Homes Paint/Roof - Garage Paint/Roof - Carport Light Credit Clubhouse Rentals Clarion Interest-Regular Major Improvements Interest Misc. Other Misc. Owner Income Income Pool Cards Collection Income Subtotal Income Subtotal Income EXPENSES General & Admin- General & Administrative istrative 50011 Payroll 50021 Accounting Fees 50031 Annual Audit/Tax Prep 50040 Web Page Maintenance 50051 Copier Expense 50061 Collection Expense (Del Due) 50071 Insurance 50091 Legal 50111 Office Materials/Supplies 50112 Annual Meeting 50121 Clarion Newsletter 50131 Postage 50141 Security Alarm 50151 Professional Services 50171 Taxes-other(property/licenses 50191 Office Equipment - Misc. 50231 Office Telephone General & Administrative 11 Common Area Maintenance 51012 51032 51042 51043 51051 51052 51062 51072 51082 51092 51095 51102 51115 51116 51132 51142 51152 51162 Clubhouse Cleaning Contract - Trash Contract - Pool Detex System (Pools) Optional Lawn Service Contract - Lawn Contract - Tree Service Snow Removal/Chemicals Pool Maintenance/Improvements Grounds Improvements Public Relations Buildings Improvements Common Facilities Maintenance Termite Treatment Clubhouses Lighting Utilities Truck Maintenance/Golf Cart Tools/Equip/Supplies Common Area Maintenance Residential Maintenance Residential Maintenance 52013 Paint Homes 52020 Roof Interest & Principle Pmt 52021 Principal Payment Roof Loan 52043 Residential-Roof Repairs 52053 Gutter -Repairs Residential Maintenance 0.00 7,268.85 3,358.76 95.85 875.00 14,385.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 137.17 0.00 0.00 14.15 0.00 152.46 4,397.48 589.01 0.00 __________ 42.64 42,969.40 7,667.31 665.94 929.45 62,290.00 33,948.00 3,990.96 1,835.50 747.04 264.13 5,000.00 7,137.95 1,281.05 1,289.44 19,828.91 3,588.72 1,445.80 __________ 31,273.73 194,922.24 27,400.00 17,450.86 0.00 1,770.00 1,300.00 __________ 106,476.88 122,156.02 40,000.00 5,423.00 5,600.00 __________ 47,920.86 279,655.90 0.00 2,818.05 0.00 0.00 __________ 14,825.00 15,378.31 40,551.51 2,073.54 __________ 2,818.05 72,828.36 ___________ __________ 0.00 102,114.98 23,077.15 ========== 0.00 727,057.77 148,086.60 ========== Major Improvements/ Repair 53014 53034 53037 53074 Street Repair Tree Removal Erosion Contingency Fund Major Improvements/Repai Reserves Reserves TOTAL EXPENSES Current Year Net Income/(loss 12 ADVERTISEMENT DO YOU NEED CARPENTRY WORK DONE BEFORE YOUR HOUSE IS PAINTED IN 2011? 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FOR SALE FOR A FREE HOME EVALUATION CONTACT: JIM LINDSEY 913-515-4178 [email protected] www.mjlsite.com 913-538-6900 14 Advertisement JOYCE ZIBRO YOUR REAL ESTATE SPECIALIST SINCE 1976 FOUR COLONIES RESIDENT SINCE 1973 September 2011 NO SALES JULY 21 TO AUGUST 23 No Four Colonies properties went under contract during this time. 21 FOUR COLONIES PROPERTIES CURRENTLY ON THE MARKET The following properties are currently listed in Heartland MLS: Seven Maisonette II (2 bedroom, 1 ½ bath two-story) $60,361 to $105,000; One 3 bedroom, 1 ½ bath end-unit ranch $102,000; Four Garden Villa ranches with double garage, $120,000 to $142,900; One 3 bedroom, 1 ½ bath end-unit two-story with finished basement, $99,950; Five free-standing Garden View homes, $134,500 to $195,000; One Chalet (3 bedroom, 2 ½ bath two-story with double garage) $122,000; One Manor II (3 bedroom, 2 ½ bath with carport) $124,900; One Manor I (3 bedroom, 2 ½ bath, end-unit two-story with carport) $130,000. FABULOUS BUY-BRING YOUR DECORATOR Large Wyndham free-standing Garden View home at 12442 West 82nd Terrace, Choice cul-d-sac location near adult pool. Huge patio and oversized deck overlooks lighted walkway. Finished walk-out level. New interior paint. Priced at $134,500. AVERAGE MORTGAGE INTEREST RATES TODAY! Convention 30 year fixed 4 1/8%; 15 year fixed 3 3/8% FHA 4% Great time to buy!!! JOYCE ZIBRO, CR RE/MAX REALTY SUBURBAN 913-647-7127 /913-645-9144 E-Mail: [email protected] Advertisement PLACE YOUR AD HERE!! 15 16 ADVERTISEMENT DO YOU NEED? FURNACE SERVICE ELECTRICAL REPAIRS PLUMBING REPAIRS NEW FURNACE WATER HEATER DISPOSAL Call me. I have 35 .years experience and my rates are much lower. than those large corporation type repair and replacement companies. 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Cover information: Front Cover Photograph by: Alice Bennett, Communications Chair 29 30 Breakfast LE PEEP’S 9:00 am