We obviously have a great group of people living in this neighborhood who seem to be on the same page. Email and post comments are checked daily and we're glad that our blog has attracted so much attention and feedback. We're on our way to addressing problems and figuring out how to fix them.
One emailer asked about the possibilty of having a neighborhood Q&A meeting with Jim Seldon. We think this is a great idea, and I emailed Jim today to see if he's interested. If/when I get a reply, I'll let everyone know and we'll go from there.
I also asked Jim if we can disregard the rules and just take the HOA over now. In this market, it's no secret that it's going to take years for this place to fill up. I'm not sure if there's anything preventing us from taking it over in a legal sense, but I figure it doesn't hurt to ask. Again, I'll let everyone know if/when I hear from him. If he says no or doesn't reply, I suppose we could get a petition going.
And lastly, one of our neighbors is getting me a copy of the CC&Rs (thanks to all who responded!). My next project will be to get those online so everyone has quick access to them.
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Monday, March 30, 2009
Updated Contact Information
According to Jim's assistant Shauna, a new email address has been established to contact Jim regarding Grand Firs issues. That address is grandfirsowners@aol.com
And to avoid any confusion, the email address to contact the blog is grandfirs@hotmail.com
I've asked Jim to clarify exactly when the HOA will be turned over to the homeowners, and I'm still waiting for his response. Some of us have been told it will happen when Phase One is 75% sold, others have been told 80%. I just heard something I hope isn't true: that we can take it over when Phase Two is 80% sold out. In the current market situation, that could be years away. When I get the clarification from Jim, I will be sure to post his answer on here.
Does anyone have a copy of the CC&Rs? We never received one when we moved in (despite making several requests). I asked Jim for a copy because I'd like to post them online so we all have quick/easy access.
Again, I'd like to thank people for leaving comments and suggestions. It's nice to see that so many of us are on the same page when it comes to making our neighborhood a great place to call home. Talk to your neighbors and encourage them to check this page out, in case they haven't.
And to avoid any confusion, the email address to contact the blog is grandfirs@hotmail.com
I've asked Jim to clarify exactly when the HOA will be turned over to the homeowners, and I'm still waiting for his response. Some of us have been told it will happen when Phase One is 75% sold, others have been told 80%. I just heard something I hope isn't true: that we can take it over when Phase Two is 80% sold out. In the current market situation, that could be years away. When I get the clarification from Jim, I will be sure to post his answer on here.
Does anyone have a copy of the CC&Rs? We never received one when we moved in (despite making several requests). I asked Jim for a copy because I'd like to post them online so we all have quick/easy access.
Again, I'd like to thank people for leaving comments and suggestions. It's nice to see that so many of us are on the same page when it comes to making our neighborhood a great place to call home. Talk to your neighbors and encourage them to check this page out, in case they haven't.
Saturday, March 28, 2009
Missing Wooden Planks on Community Fence
As many of you have probably noticed, there are a couple of open gaps along our fencelines. These openings seem to be getting bigger as time goes on, and this only contradicts some of the security us homeowners have knowing we all live in a gated community. I understand that some of the children in our developement, who maybe walk to school, are cutting through these gaps because it is quicker than exiting out the gates. As true as that might be, if we manage to get the fence fixed, it is important to let our children know that any type of altering the fence boards is considered vandalism, no matter how much quicker and easier it might make thier personal commutes!
Friday, March 27, 2009
Feedback
Thanks to those of you who have taken a moment to email or leave comments! Here are a couple things that people have on their mind:
1. Trespassers in the unoccupied phases. Many of us walk, jog and play way out in the back and it's no secret that the space attracts unwanted visitors. People drive on the grass, vandalize the parks, and leave garbage all over the place back there. A couple neighbors have inquired about placing ecology blocks in the street to block vehicle access (since no one is building back there). However, we've been told that houses are planned to go up in "45 days" (they've been saying this since Sept '08) so they are unwilling to block the street. Understandable from their point of view, but frustrating for those of us who live here. So for now, the best we can do is keep our eyes open and call the police if/when we see something illegal going on back there.
2. Garbage in Grand Central Park. It's great that so many kids enjoy the park, but let's all try to make sure that it's kept in pristine shape. With spring here, more potential buyers are walking around and we should do our best to make our neighborhood look great!
As always, please provide your opinions and feedback!
1. Trespassers in the unoccupied phases. Many of us walk, jog and play way out in the back and it's no secret that the space attracts unwanted visitors. People drive on the grass, vandalize the parks, and leave garbage all over the place back there. A couple neighbors have inquired about placing ecology blocks in the street to block vehicle access (since no one is building back there). However, we've been told that houses are planned to go up in "45 days" (they've been saying this since Sept '08) so they are unwilling to block the street. Understandable from their point of view, but frustrating for those of us who live here. So for now, the best we can do is keep our eyes open and call the police if/when we see something illegal going on back there.
2. Garbage in Grand Central Park. It's great that so many kids enjoy the park, but let's all try to make sure that it's kept in pristine shape. With spring here, more potential buyers are walking around and we should do our best to make our neighborhood look great!
As always, please provide your opinions and feedback!
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Who To Contact
Some neighbors have concerns about Grand Firs that need to be addressed but don't know who to contact. Until the HOA is turned over to our neighborhood, the person to contact is Jim Seldon. His email address is jimse@johnlscott.com and his phone number is 253-539-2217.
(***UPDATE 3/31/09***) An email address has been set up by Jim Seldon specifically for Grand Firs inquiries and concerns: grandfirsowners@aol.com)
(***UPDATE 3/31/09***) An email address has been set up by Jim Seldon specifically for Grand Firs inquiries and concerns: grandfirsowners@aol.com)
Monday, March 23, 2009
Hello Neighbors
Welcome to the Grand Firs community blog. Please feel free to use this blog as a tool to get to know your neighbors, learn about community projects and gatherings, and voice any concerns.
We'd love to hear comments and suggestions for both the neighborhood and the blog. You may leave comments at the end of each post (you can remain anonymous if you wish), or email grandfirs@hotmail.com If there's something you'd like addressed, or if you'd like to write a post yourself, email us!
Thanks for checking our page out!
(Please note that this blog is maintained by homeowners and not affiliated with any real estate agents or property managers.)
We'd love to hear comments and suggestions for both the neighborhood and the blog. You may leave comments at the end of each post (you can remain anonymous if you wish), or email grandfirs@hotmail.com If there's something you'd like addressed, or if you'd like to write a post yourself, email us!
Thanks for checking our page out!
(Please note that this blog is maintained by homeowners and not affiliated with any real estate agents or property managers.)
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