Last night's meeting was very productive and informative. Jim put several impressive Powerpoint presentations together and two hours of great discussion followed. The turnout was very good (I counted about 30 households, but I think only 23 signed in). Our largest meeting yet!
As stated in a previous post, a group of ten neighbors gathered last week to hammer out a game plan for our neighborhood. Jim presented that plan to the community last night. To keep it brief (because we don't necessarily want to advertise everything on the internet), we feel that Phase 2 is more important to fight for than Phase 3. New amendments have been made to Phase 2 that will allow 1200 sq ft homes with vinyl siding and no rock/brick siding. We are concerned that Phase 1 will be amended next, if it hasn't been already.
Last night, a motion was made that we press forward with legal action and the motion was seconded. We did a quick yay/nay vote, and all those in attendance agreed to hire an attorney. Jim ran some numbers and is asking each household to contribute $150. Several people actually wrote their checks last night! (For those who haven't paid yet, please make the check out to Grand Alliance Association and deliver it ASAP to Jim on 229th. Or email the blog and I'll make sure your check gets delivered.)
So for now.. an LLC is being formed (since we don't have control of our HOA) and an attorney is being hired. We are going to push for control of the HOA, and we are going to try and have the Phase 2 amendments thrown out. Jim wants to start next week.
HUGE thanks to the many neighbors who took the time to be at this last-minute meeting. Also, I wanted to take a moment to recognize and thank Michelle. She's devoted a lot of her own time to this process and is responsible for uncovering some very important information. Thank you, Michelle! We're lucky to have you.
Side note: As we get further into the legal process, I'm going to be reluctant to put information on this public blog. Jim, Jen and I are talking about creating a side blog that would be password-protected. It would contain info related to legal matters, and only people in our community would have access. Thoughts?
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Absolutely...and I also think we should think of a way to keep all money raised viewable on that blog as well. If for any reason, our community is falling alittle short...it would be only in our best interest to keep all updated. Some people may be in a financial position to donate a little extra to this extremely important cause if need be.Great post, Mandy!
Thanks for the post. My husband and I were both in attendance last night, but I think that for those who were unable to make it, this is a good brief summary to fill everyone in. I agree that maybe a side blog accessible by password would be a great way to allow everyone to stay informed on the current happenings. Thanks for all your hard work.
The group unanimously voted to appoint the following team to serve until the general election in January 2010. You can also give your check to them for forwarding to Kenny James, Treasurer. They will answer any questions.
Daniel Byrnside
Paige Cox
Tim Cox
Jim Ehnborn
Kenny James
Chris Johnson
Mandy Johnson
Mark Jones
Louise Slaten
Michelle Spencer
We will daily update the blog with the total amount received.
Way to come together everyone!!! Nice work!!
Great news,
I was unable to attend this last meeting do to family issues. I will get the check by this weekend. I attempted to enter the new blog, but was not allowed. It said to request a invite.
Rob & Tammie
Lot#131
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