Community Manager's Report (November 3, 2024)​

 

Summer Recap

We had a nice productive summer on the mountain. Once again happy to report that the swimming season went well.  We did close the pool on Labor Day.  It is covered and winterized. The Cabana is still open for a while longer and available to use.  We will need to replace our cover next year.  The Pepsi machine was removed due to low sales.

 

Some of the work accomplished this summer includes -

• The siding project at Building. 7 was completed in a very timely manner.  We also were able to get extensive brickwork repaired on Bldg. 7.

• Stained all bridges.

• Building 2CD - Replaced support beams and boards.

• Buildings 1, 2 ,3, 8 and 9 - Completed the awning roofs behind buildings.

• Buildings 8CD and 9CD - Deck boards on the bridges have been replaced. The brick support wall under 8CD was also repaired.

• Parking lot patches.

• New playground (donated by the Laboon family) installed.

• Installed solar lights at town house pathway.

• Installed photocells on most outside lighting; making the timers obsolete.

• Completed the emergency lighting in the hallways.

 

Currently -

• Furnace PM’s and gas fireplace inspections are almost done for the season. Just a few he has to circle back and complete.

• Fall leaf cleanup is underway.

• I am having the hallways deep cleaned, cobwebs, windows. etc.  Please remind your contractors not to do their cutting, etc., in the hallways.   Also ensure they clean up after themselves if they track in dirt, etc.

• Firewood is scheduled to be replenished. Rotated.

• Wood burning fireplaces will be inspected.

• The storage shed beside Building 7 has been removed. We still have to ‘clean up’ the area, thereby freeing up valuable parking spaces.

 

2025 Projects -

• More brick repair, focusing on Buildings 8 and 9.

• The sidewalk going to the main pool gate will be replaced.

• Common area doors and windows will undergo repair and painting.

• Balcony wood repair/replacement/painting on all buildings.

• Security Cameras in common areas will be installed as the budget allows.

 

Odds & Ends -

• Water Woes - We did have some external water leaks. One at Building 2 and one in the pump house at Building 9. Both were handled by the 7 Springs water department.

• Reminder - All fireplaces are for owner use only. Our insurance policy prohibits renters from using any fireplaces (this includes both wood and gas).  I do have stickers in the office if anyone would like to get one to provide notice to your renters and guests.

• Dumpsters and Trash - Please do not put furniture in or beside the dumpsters. There are resources available for you to call to have large items picked up.  Also, please remind your contractors to remove all remodeling material from the property and NOT to use our dumpsters for building materials and supplies.

• Renters - Please share the ‘tips for renters’ sheet in your packet with your guests. Please do not hand out or post my phone number to renters. Please make sure you tell them about the one-way traffic pattern during ski season.  

  • NOTE:  A homeowner was concerned that a renter had a charcoal fire burning.  This is clearly noted as a violation in our Rules and Regulations (Article 8, Section 8.5).  Please note that homeowners are responsible for the actions of their rentals and guests (Article 1, Section 1.2).  Fire safety violations are subject to a Tier 1 violation fine as described in the Rules and Regulations (Section 1.4) plus cost of any cleanup/damage. 

  • When violations are noted, please contact Tom so he can discuss any violations and assess any fines with the homeowner.

• 3B1 - The unit owned by the HOA is still on the market for sale.  If we have no interest in the next couple of weeks, the Executive Board will make a decision regarding a season renter again.

• Speaking of assets, as was reported, we sold the MV truck, the Massey Ferguson, the John Deere mower and the large storage building.  All of those funds were put into the reserves.

 

Donation Drive -

It is that time of the year again. We are doing our annual donation drive for the Somerset Humane Society. We will gladly accept the donations in the office, or you can have anything shipped here via Chewy or Amazon.  Anything you can donate is greatly appreciated.  There is a flyer in your packet.

Finally - I would like to thank you the homeowners for your continued support and our fantastic Executive Board for their tireless efforts.