Newsletter: Summer 2009

New Board Members for July 2009 – June 2010:

Lois Berry                                           Patrick Fitzgerald
Board President                                   Board Vice-President
405 Greenhill Court                              207 Woodscape Drive
H: 729-4904 after 6:00                         cpsfitz@mac.com
labjlb2100@aol.com

Barbara Kearney                              Mary Riek
Board Secretary                                  Board Treasurer
511 Townwood Drive                            243 Woodscape Drive
H: 458-8092                                        H: 453-1519
Mzgree8k@aol.com

Leonard A. Slade Jr.                         Roberta Hall Slade
 Board Member                                    Board Member
623 Timberside Court                           623 Timberside Court
C: 442-4726                                                                         
lslade@albany.edu

Ben Weaver
 Board Member
101 Sand Pine Lane
bweaver@alumni.rutgers.edu

Just a few basic reminders to keep in mind throughout the nice weather:

Lawn Upkeep                                            

Please remember these points during the nice weather:

 Vendor Sign Posting

The HOA Board reminds everyone not to allow your vendors to post signs advertising their services on your lawns. Our Rules and Regulations state “No signs are allowed within Woodscape except as follows: official town, state, or HOA; ‘For Sale’; small political signs during election time; and Garage/ Yard sale signs”. Signs posted on properties that do not match these criteria will be removed.

Dog Curbing

It’s been brought to the board’s attention that some residents do not care for resident dogs relieving themselves on their lawns. Please be mindful of your neighbors and curb your dogs.

Outside Light

Please remember to turn on your outside lights each night. Also if you have flowers around the lamp posts please try to keep the light section clear.  This is a security precaution for all homeowners.

Changes to Home Exteriors

Remember that you need to have written permission from the HOA Board for any exterior changes you wish to make to your home. A “Change Request Sheet” can be had from our website www.woodscape.info or from any board member. Also please supply any back up information that will help the board make their decision.

RVs, Boats & Commercial Vehicles

Long term storing of RV’s, Boats, Commercial Vehicles, and Commercial Equipment in plain street view on homeowner properties is prohibited per the Covenant/ Rules and Regulations. Failure to comply with this rule can result in fines/ liens imposed on the properties whose owners ignore these rules.  Also a reminder you are not allowed to have an unregistered vehicle in your driveway

Liens on Homes

There are a handful of homeowners who have refused to pay dues for multiple years. In each case, they have ignored pleas from board members both in writing and in person to pay their share. There are also some home-owners who have not been taking care of their properties. The board has been left with the task to pay to have these properties maintained.  In both cases, the board is left with no alternative other than placing liens on the homes in an attempt to get restitution. These liens will be updated periodically with greater dollar amounts as fees and charges continue to mount. If you are one of the property owners, I again ask you to contact the board immediately. We are now intending on sending these homeowners to collection agency.

So this is just a reminder to don’t forget to pay this year dues if you haven’t already. Remember they are due by August 31st.       There are still about some homeowners out there that still haven’t paid this year’s dues.

Buying / Selling Homes in Woodscape                                                    

Residents buying or selling homes in Woodscape should contact the board for a “Status Letter”. This official letter will indicate that either your dues and fees owed to the Association are paid in full or the balance to date owed/ the dollar amount of the lien placed on the home. The letter can also state whether there are any other infractions such as changes made without approval. Contact the Board President or Treasurer for a letter.

Garage Sale

We will be having a neighborhood garage sale on Saturday, September 12 & Sunday, September 13.

Watch for the sign up flyer in your mailboxes within the next few weeks. Please return form & money ASAP.

Hope you’re enjoying your summer.