Topic Summary: RLP meeting, RLP Voting Rights, C&R Amendments, Bylaw Amendments, Drainage Issues, Street Signs, Richmond Entrance
Call to Order: No call to order. Meeting with RL Plumber at R. P. Lumber in Edwardsville to discuss
various topics.
HOA Board Members Present:
- Mike Homann, President
- Aaron Heepke, Treasurer
- Megan Irvin, Secretary
RLP Development Members Present:
- Bruce Riedle, President
- Mike Bold, Project Manager
Topics:
- RLP (Developer) Voting Rights: RLP has the right to implement an amendment to the
Covenants and Restrictions (C&Rs) at any time. As for HOA proposed amendments, RLP
gets one vote for any given developed lot (excludes un-developed lots such as those in
future phases 4, 5 and 6). RLP does NOT have a vote for amendments for the subdivision
bylaws. HOA has agreed to inform RLP of any proposed amendments moving forward (both
to C&R and bylaws) as well as HOA meeting dates. - C&R Proposed Amendments: RLP has agreed to abstain from the following amendments
and thus let the subdivision completely control the outcome of the proposed amendments
given the below specifications:- No above-ground Pools C&R Amendment: as long as the HOA seeks legal
feedback as to the implications of properties that install an above ground pool before
C&R amendment is passed (grand-fathered in). Note: Currently no residences have
above ground pools. - No Wood Fences C&R Amendment: no specifications
- No above-ground Pools C&R Amendment: as long as the HOA seeks legal
- Bylaw Amendments: As stated above, RLP has no influence regarding Bylaw amendments
proposed by the HOA. As such the HOA plans to proceed to proposed raised dues for 2018. - Drainage Issues: Mike Bold to send list of all reported drainage issues. HOA to
communicate to subdivision regarding status of each reported instance. - Street Signs: RLP has re-confirmed that they will pay for upgraded street signs (including
installation) in future phases 4, 5 and 6 if the HOA pays for current phases 1, 2 and 3. They
have also agreed to provide documentation of this commitment. - Richmond Entrance: RLP has re-confirmed that they will contribute $5,500 towards the
Richmond Entrance monument. RLP has also agreed to increase contribution up to 50% of
total cost once we secure a more inclusive quote for the project. Estimate the project will be
between $10,000 and $15,000.
Sub-Division Management: RLP has provided a reference for a sub-division/HOA
management company – Terra Properties. HOA will inquire as to Terra Properties
capabilities and cost. RLP will entertain help in covering some of the cost once we secure a
quote.