The Tree and Landscaping Committee will hold a Patio Peek on Sunday, May 3rd, 1–4 pm, for the first time since 2019.

We encourage everyone interested in the tour or in showing their patio to please let us know by April 24th, so we have a good estimate of “Peekers” and patio hosts for our planning. Patio hosts will be given details of the event and a pre-tour of the other patios before event day.
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You are welcome and encouraged to show your patios if you are pondering it, even “works in progress.” If you have special plants or just great ideas, all are welcome. Patio pride!

If interested, please email TLC@villagegreenla.net to let us know; you can also email your questions and comments to this address.

FUNDS ALLOCATED FOR GREEN CREW
Landscape Manager George Hilder asked for the release of funds, approved in October by the Board, to add three additional landscapers to Green Crew at a cost of $13,600 per month. The additional manpower will address property-wide overgrowth, improve tree care, and help regular maintenance get back on a three-month schedule. The Board approved this, 5 to 3, with one abstention. The allocation will be revisited during the 2027 budget discussion.

SPEED WARNING IN GARAGE COURT DRIVES
The VG Court Council, in an effort to curtail speeding drivers and delivery trucks, proposed a “Slow Down” message to be stenciled on Garage Court driveways. As the proposal did not lay out costs, the Board chose not to move forward with the recommendation for now.

ANNUAL MEET THE CANDIDATES EVENT FORMALIZED
At the urging of Court Council, the Board passed a resolution to schedule one in-person and one virtual Meet the Candidates event prior to each Board election.

SIDEWALK REMOVAL BENEATH OAK
George Hilder requested permission to remove the buckling sidewalk under Oak Tree #1166 in the East Circle garage court. Maintenance will do the work at no extra expense to the Association. It was approved.

IN OTHER NEWS

• ​Requests involving the Finance Ad Hoc Committee were discussed.
  
• The Board President asked that directors circulate their resolutions to each other prior to Board meetings to ensure they have sufficient time to review and research.

ELECTRICAL UPGRADE PROJECT
We remain on hold for final inspections in Buildings 14, 16 and 86. LADBS has requested additional corrections that it had not identified during the previous inspection. Triple C will continue to endeavor to hit this moving target.

RESIDENTIAL BUILDING PAINTING/INSULATION
Building 63 is complete. Carpentry repairs, patching and painting should be complete. Work on Building 15 is underway.

BALCONY REPAIRS
By April 2026, twenty (20) of the Association’s one hundred (100) Level 4 balconies will have been repaired. An estimated thirty-seven (37) Level 4 balconies will be repaired between 2026-2028.

SERPENTINE WALLS
Boston Brick & Stone (BBS) determined that our existing supply of used bricks is suitable for this project for repair at Unit 5120. The plan to reuse the bricks was presented to Lambert Geisinger from LAOHR, who approved. Work is expected to begin shortly.

ANNUAL GARAGE INSPECTIONS
2025 garage inspections have been completed.

SECURITY SCREEN DOORS
Management has selected Got Security Screens as the preferred vendor. A formal recommendation will be forthcoming.

​This past month longtime resident Gordon Brooks (Court 6) passed away. A number of his neighbors, whose lives he touched, offered these remembrances.

Gwen Deglise Moore: Gordon was a wonderful neighbor whose helpful spirit greatly contributed to making life at Village Green such a pleasant one. Neighbors are our first community, and we were blessed with Gordon.

Jordan Deglise Moore: He was the kind of neighbor you gave your spare house key to and collaborated with on Christmas lights. He loved to chat about the Dodgers and Bob Dylan; I loved to listen to his stories of being an outdoors person since boyhood and a lumberjack as a young man.

Kitty Felde: We were Gordon's next door neighbors for a full quarter century. He was a tree hugger in the best sense of the word (even though he spent his early life cutting them down). He was quite a cat lover. I think we were next door neighbors not just to Gordon, but to at least five felines over the course of our years together.

Tad Daley: His latest cat was Scamper. Gordon rescued him as a kitten, from a dumpster behind our Superior Grocery. He would often perch on the ledge of his balcony and supervise all of us walking the Court Seven perimeter.

Kitty: He was always willing to fix something, or give advice, or lend a hand. There isn't a light fixture or screen door in our house that Gordon hasn't installed or repaired. I can't tell you how many of my girlfriends I tried to fix him up with. I would have married him myself if I could get rid of Tad.

Tad: I would have married him myself if I could get rid of Kitty.

Jordan: I’ll think of him every time we look at all the handiwork he did around our home and the trees he knew so much about and advocated for as the longtime chair of the Village Green Tree Committee.

Gwen: I marveled at his ingenuity and his ability to build and fix just about anything. I always enjoyed stopping by his garage to chat about whatever project he was working on, or share a quiet moment with him and his tortoise in front of our house.

Tad: Gordon had a pair of tortoises, Buddha and Kash. They’re about thirty or forty years old now, with many decades ahead. I think about all the Village Green 7-year-olds that have met these turtles. There are probably a few 35-year-old women or men out there who grew up in Village Green, and have childhood memories of this strapping guy and his tortoises out on the lawn.

​Gwen: Sweet travels through the universe, Gordon—you deserve a happy eternal flight.

2026 PRIORITIES SETTING
The Board agreed to schedule a virtual working session to review potential action items for the rest of the year. The results from the discussion will be presented at the following Board meeting.

CLUBHOUSE RENTAL FEES
The current rental fee for the Cluhouse — a flat rate of $150 for four hours — is much lower than the going rate citywide. Director Gila Brown proposed changing it to an hourly rate to generate revenue. After discussion, the resolution was withdrawn.

RESOLUTION FOR HANDBOOK CHANGES
A proposal to address the excessive time needed to officially adopt VG Handbook changes was discussed. Due to the cost of mailing, changes have typically only been sent to owners once per year, delaying adoption into the Handbook. A second mid-year mailing was proposed and passed unanimously.

IN OTHER NEWS...

• To reduce the stress on the olive trees behind the Clubhouse, the Board approved funds to mulch and to alter the irrigation system. Additional funds were allocated for office chairs.
• Directors were reminded to complete their CAI training.
• Directors considered a resident’s request to use restorative justice practices in conflict resolutions and the Board agreed to hire outside counsel to draft a policy governing interactions with law enforcement on the property

ELECTRICAL UPGRADE PROJECT
We’re close to final inspections in Buildings 14, 16 and 86. Triple C installed an exterior disconnect on one unit’s meter, per a new LADBS requirement; LADBS did not pass the work due to additional, previously unidentified corrections. Triple C will endeavor to hit this moving target next month.

RESIDENTIAL BUILDING PAINTING/INSULATION
Building 63’s insulation and patching are complete.
Carpentry repairs, patching and painting are underway. Work on Building 91, including power washing and an insulation survey, should be underway.

GARAGE RESTORATION
Carpentry repairs and painting in Courts 2, 9, and 12 are complete, with the exception of damaged garage door eaves. A-1 Roofing is scheduled to complete the repairs.

SERPENTINE WALLS
Jim Killeen of Boston Brick & Stone (BBS) examined the 5120 wall and determined that the property’s stockpiled bricks were suited for this project and will use existing supply. Work is expected to begin within a month.

ANNUAL GARAGE INSPECTIONS
The third round of garage inspections has been completed. Owners who had refused access to their garages will be notified of actions taken by the Enforcement Committee.

BALCONY REPAIRS
Nineteen Level-4 and eight Level-2 balconies have been repaired to date. By April, 2026, we will have repaired twenty Level-4 balconies, with further repairs scheduled, tied with painting and insulation cycles.

CLUBHOUSE ROOF PROJECT
Management, Lane Consulting, A-1 Roofing and ARG met at the Clubhouse with several Board members to review roofing material samples that would approximate Village Green’s historic gravel roofs while meeting modern performance and warranty standards. ARG confirmed that the original gravel built-up roof system is outdated and not eligible for a manufacturer’s warranty. Our contractors are also working on redesigning the roof eave’s edge such that it does not trap water on the roof.

Various elements affecting performance and appearance were also examined, with Lane Consulting and ARG coordinating next steps, including a presentation to the Los Angeles Office of Historic Resources (LAOHR), a cost estimate, and a mock-up installation at the office building. Most of this work is expected to be complete by mid-March.

eUNIFY IMPLEMENTATION
Focus this month was on launching the Community Portal. The team worked with eUnify to incorporate participant feedback and implement enhancements to create a more intuitive, user-friendly experience for homeowners.

GARAGE COURT LIGHTING UPGRADES

EMERGENCY, CT 14, JAN 20, 4:10AM
A resident who called emergency services was transported to a hospital by LAFD.

DISTURBANCE (ODOR), CT 9, JAN 20, 9:44AM
Smoke, reported in neighbor’s apartment, was determined to be incense.

TRESPASSING, CT 1, JAN 21, 1:50PM
Resident reported trespassers in his front of his unit. Officers located the individuals, who left the property.

PARKING COMPLAINT, CT 2, JAN 23, 4:34PM
A resident reported a neighbor tampering with tire chalk marks. Evidence was recorded by video and passed on to Management. The car was re-chalked.

DISTURBANCE, CT 17, JAN 24, 10:31AM
A resident was reported walking a dog on the interior green space; advised of HOA policy.

TRESPASSING, WEST CIRCLE, JAN 24, 9:17PM
A transient reported sleeping in the West Circle area was escorted off the property.

DISTURBANCE, CT 3, JAN 25, 12:16PM
Resident reported being approached by another resident who grabbed him and whispered of government surveillance and AI attacks. A similar encounter was reported the previous day.

DISTURBANCE, CT 3, JAN 25, 1:50PM
Disturbance reported involving two residents. On scene, LAPD initially advised no action, but after a later, related incident, the instigator was taken into custody.

THEFT, CT 4, JAN 26, 10:01AM
A resident reported her husband’s license plate stolen.

ASSISTANCE, CT 14, JAN 30, 7:59AM
A resident sought assistance for her neighbor, who had fallen.

SMOKING, CT 7, JAN 30, 6:16PM
Resident reported a person wearing a security jacket (not a Treston officer) smoking marijuana near the perimeter. He was asked to leave the premises.

VANDALISM, CT 12, FEB 1, 10:20AM
Resident requested that the Ct 12 laundry room be checked for possible vandalism.

DISTURBANCE, CT 9, FEB 1, 9:55PM
Resident reported juveniles climbing trees and yelling.

SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY, CT 9, FEB 2, 3:42AM
A resident reported being awakened by loud banging on their front window.

SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY, CT 5, FEB 2, 7:31PM
A resident reported a potential robbery of her unit. No one was found.

DISTURBANCE, CT 8, FEB 2, 10:49PM
Resident reported loud music in the unit above hers. Security persuaded the occupant to turn the music down.

VANDALISM, CT 17, FEB 3, 8:56PM
Resident reported a suspicious individual inside the Ct 17 laundry room. A juvenile was found and escorted off the property.
Security documented graffiti, vandalism, and marijuana smoke.

SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY, CT 14, FEB 9, 1:52PM
A transient male was reported in the garage court.

ARGUMENT, CT 3, FEB 10, 5:15PM
A resident was observed engaging in a heated verbal exchange with an unknown female. The resident made incidental physical contact with security staff during the fracas. A wellness check patrol was implemented.

DISTURBANCE (NOISE), CT 8, FEB 10, 10:48PM
A resident reported loud children noise and a television at a high volume. No violation was observed.

DISTURBANCE (NOISE), CT 7, FEB 11, 1:56AM
Resident reported ongoing noise inside neighbor’s unit. A person at that unit stated he was cleaning owing to the death of a family member. When informed of the property’s noise guidelines, he claimed harassment, and stated his intention to complain to the office.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON, CT 1, FEB 15, 9:44PM
An adult male was observed seated in the community garden. Told he was on private property, he claimed to be a resident and became verbally hostile when asked to identify himself. After more threatening remarks he moved on.

​WELFARE CHECK, CT 5, FEB 16, 1:59PM
A caller requested a welfare check on a friend who had sounded out of breath during a phone call. Upon reaching him, the resident stated he had been chasing his cat.

OFFICE IMPROVEMENTS
Various upgrades to the VG Office were approved, including new chairs, carpeting, painting and lighting. Funds of $16,635 were approved. In addition, a new computer for the Facilities Manager and a team subscription for Adobe Acrobat and Creative suite were approved ($4,700).

SECOND FLOOR LANDINGS ASSESSED
Management and the Board sought to address a safety concern regarding certain landings for second floor units which are in need of repair. The landings have been examined and will be repaired in order of priority.

CLUBHOUSE IMPROVEMENTS WITH AD HOC CAFÉ FUNDS DISCUSSED
The Ad Hoc Café Group outlined refurbishment of the Clubhouse using the café funds raised. New lighting, fans, shades, and a possible upgrade to the hearth were all discussed and approved pending final design, at a cost of approximately $12,000.

CT 16 GARAGE STRUCTURE REPAIR 
Facilities Manager Linda Pollari sought funds to repair damage for a garage structure in Ct 16. The funds, $24,500, were approved.

SHOT HOLE BORER TREATMENT
Landscape Manager George Hilder seeks to hire RPW Services to combat an infestation of a pest afflicting the property’s Sycamore trees. The shot hole borer, for which some trees were treated in 2022, have proven to be persistent, devastating tree populations throughout Los Angeles. Left untreated, said Hilder, they would ravage our urban forest. The funds, $95,000, were approved. 

AD HOC FINANCE COMMITTEE ESTABLISHED
Treasurer Ashley Fondrevay proposed a committee to discuss and make recommendations on how financing options for the major infrastructure projects facing the property and other financial issues. The proposal was passed unanimously.

IN OTHER NEWS

• On February 28, George Hilder will host a walk and talk tour of the property to discuss landscape issues.
• The Board will distribute guidelines and recommendations to all residents to address the ongoing issues with coyotes.
• To that end, the Board is seeking handbook language to ban the feeding of animals on the property.
• The Safety Committee will publish a ‘safety tips’ brochure to be distributed property wide.

ELECTRICAL UPGRADE PROJECT
Triple C is close to finishing its negotiations with LADBS on final changes for Buildings 14, 16, and 86, including an exterior connection. Final inspection is likely this coming month.

RESIDENTIAL BUILDING PAINTING/INSULATION
Rain delays have set the schedule back by two weeks. However, insulation, carpentry, repairs and paintings are near complete on building #61; work on building #63 will soon follow.

GARAGE RESTORATION
All carpentry repairs in Court 12 are complete, and painting is near completion.

SERPENTINE WALLS
A visit with Boston Brick & Stone (BBS) hasn’t yet occurred, but is scheduled, to determine whether the stored bricks are sound for the wall repair project at 5120. Work is expected to begin in late February.

ANNUAL GARAGE INSPECTIONS
The second round of garage inspections will begin the last week of January and will finish mid-February. 

BALCONY REPAIRS
Seventeen Level 4 and eight Level 2 balconies will have been repaired to date. Three more Level 4s and one more Level 2 will be repaired in compliance with the 2025 schedule. In the next 3 years repairs on 37 Level 4 balconies will be completed, as well as 25 of the remaining uninsulated buildings.

CLUBHOUSE ROOF PROJECT
Management anticipates convening working sessions soon with Lane Consulting Services and A-1 Roofing to refine the search for a roof assembly that meets historic, performance, and cost requirements. Rod Lane has delivered sample boards and roofing materials designed to resemble the historic look of the roofs.

eUNIFY IMPLEMENTATION
Core data and portal structures are in place; remaining work centers on configuration clean-up, data refresh, focus-group testing, staff training, and final launch preparations for a rollout sometime in March.

SECURITY SCREEN DOORS
Management is nearing completion of a study to supply doors at a lower price than comparable products offered by other vendors, and will present these to the Board next month.
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GARAGE COURT LIGHTING UPGRADES
All Fixtures are due Feb 15. Installation and asjustments will happen immediately after.

 

SAVE THE DATE: PATIO PEEK!
Sunday, April 26th
Sponsored by the Tree and Landscape Committee.
Questions? Contact the TLC at TLC@vil lagegreenla.net

NEW PAINTING IN GARAGE COURTS
The Board approved funds ($19,775) to repaint and refresh the striping and signage (“No Parking,” “Head in Only,” etc.) in the parking areas.

VIDEO DOORBELLS
The Board approved rules allowing owners to replace existing doorbells with video doorbells (the “Ring” variety). The rules will be sent to owners for a 30 day comment period before being officially adopted and added to the VG Handbook.

OLIVE TREE ALLÉE MAINTENANCE
For the sake of the trees’ health, the Board approved removing the turf underneath the Olive tree allée near the Clubhouse. The grass will be taken up and the area will be mulched and tarped.

ELECTRICAL UPGRADE PROJECT
LADBS has required yet another change for Buildings 14, 16, and 86. Electrical contractor Triple C is negotiating a solution.

RESIDENTIAL BUILDING PAINTING/INSULATION
After a November rain delay, buildings 25, 28, 38, 46, and 47 are now complete. Repair of Building 61 began on December 10.

GARAGE RESTORATION
All carpentry repairs and painting in Court 2 and 9 are complete, except for some eaves; delays are due to water damage and repair. Work on Court 12 should be complete.

SEMI-ANNUAL ROOF CLEANING
This project was completed on December 22.

ANNUAL GARAGE INSPECTIONS
Management has completed the first round of garage inspections and will issue notices for units out of compliance, and schedule re-inspections as needed.

GARAGE COURT LIGHTING UPGRADES
Still waiting for delivery of replacement fixtures.

SECOND-FLOOR UNIT LANDING REPLACEMENTS
Management has contacted several architects recommended by Architectural Resources Group to create drawings for twenty-one entryway landings that need repair or replacement.

THE ELECTION IS AROUND THE CORNER!
The Board Election is happening the first Saturday in February. There will be four open seats. All nominations must be received by December 3rd.
 
THE VG HOLIDAY PARTY
December 6, 7:00pm, at the Clubhouse.

AD HOC CAFE HOLIDAY MARKET
December 14, 10am to 3pm at the Clubhouse.
Enjoy hot drinks and holiday sweets at the Ad Hoc Café as you browse beautiful creations from Village Green’s own artists and makers. Let’s celebrate VG’s creativity and community spirit together!

NEIGHBORHOOD ZOOM ON COYOTES
December 15, 7pm to 8pm
Learn more about the growing threat to the property from the influx of wild coyotes. Joining us will be resident Wildlife Biologist Oliver Miano (Ct. 3), and Vanessa Rodriguez, a Control Officer from the Wildlife Division of LA Animal Services.

FREE COLLAGE WORKSHOPS
Saturday, December 20th
12pm (adults) and 3pm (all ages)
There will be Free Collage Workshops in the Clubhouse at 12pm (adults) and at 3pm (all ages). Email dorenephd@gmail.com to rsvp.

SAVE THE DATE: PATIO PEEK
Sunday, April 26, 2026
Patio Peek is returning this coming spring, sponsored by the Tree & Landscape Committee. The date is Sunday, April 26 , 2026—plenty of time for you to spruce up your patios! Questions? Contact the TLC at TLC@villagegreenla.net; or, attend one of our meetings on the 2nd Monday of the month. Happy gardening!

ON-CAMPUS ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING
The Board voted unanimously to adopt an electric vehicle charging policy as required by California Civil Code 4745. The policy establishes guidelines for owners interested in installation, given the current determination that the Association’s existing electrical infrastructure is not adequate to support EVCS at this time.

In other EV news, there have been numerous reports and complaints of breakers in the laundry rooms tripping as a result of residents charging vehicles in the garages. Frustrated residents, taking matters into their own hands, are vandalizing the breaker boxes in an attempt to reset the breakers. As a result, the Board voted unanimously to prohibit residents from charging vehicles in the garages.

TRASH DISPOSAL
The Board unanimously voted to adopt LA Department of Sanitation’s rules regarding the disposal of household, electronic, and toxic waste. Residents will be sent reminders of what can and cannot be disposed of in the bins.

COYOTE MEETING
The Board passed a resolution to schedule a Zoom meeting to discuss the increased aggressive coyote activity here on the Green: Date, December 15, 7pm. Please see the flyer within for details.

NEW RULES ADDED TO VG HANDBOOK
Rules governing signage, bulky items, fires on the property, balcony guidelines, towing policies, and parking restrictions for large and recreational vehicles were officially added to the Handbook.

BOARD ELECTIONS
Election inspectors were approved for the upcoming election.

PARKING NOTICES
Management will send out notices reminding residents that the red Guest Tag is only valid for two successive nights.

NEW RULE PROPOSAL
The Board discussed the use of doorbell cameras and asked the Association’s attorney to review a proposed rule.

PROPOSED PET POLICY UPDATE
The proposed VGH pet policy changes were withdrawn.

RESIDENTIAL BUILDING PAINTING & INSULATION,
THE ROOF PROJECT, ELECTRICAL UPGRADES, 
GARAGE RESTORATION, and BALCONY REPAIRS:
All of these (save the roof project) are near completion; however all have been delayed by the seasonal rains this month and its effect on surfaces.

SERPENTINE WALLS
Work is ongoing to keep this project on time and at a manageable cost. The Management and Maintenance team have discovered a cache of reclaimed wall bricks in their materials storage, and have asked Boston Brick and Stone whether these could be used in rebuilding efforts. BBS is inspecting them.

LIGHTING UPGRADES
We’re still awaiting delivery of new fixtures for driveways and walkways.

ANNUAL GARAGE INSPECTIONS
Property-wide garage inspections will begin December 8; notices will be distributed shortly.

SECURITY SCREEN DOORS
To find affordable alternatives to Crimsafe, Management is soliciting bids from two other companies.

SOCAL GAS LINE INSPECTIONS
There has been no progress on this item; SoCal Gas has not responded to repeated queries.

eUNIFY
Phase 2 is underway, populating the system with resident contacts, setting up email accounts and testing.

LANDING SIDEWALK REPLACEMENTS
Management has contacted two landscape architects to help design and bit on the twenty-one high-risk landings, and is awaiting replies.

BUDGET PASSES
The 2026 budget with an 18% dues increase was presented to the Board by Finance consultant Claire Knowlton. Most of the discussion involved whether to increase the size of the landscaping team. In the end, the Board voted 5 to 4 to pass the budget with an increase to the landscape maintenance line item. 

SERPENTINE WALLS UPDATE
The Board approved a proposal from Boston Brick Services to repair part of one patio wall at a cost of $9,789. Boston Brick also estimated that rebuilding an entire wall would cost more than $70,000 because of an LAOHR requirement to use original materials. 

AD HOC FUND DISBURSEMENT DISCUSSED
After conducting a survey of residents’ priorities, the Ad Hoc Committee presented a two phase plan for Clubhouse improvements, including replacing window treatments and curtains, installing track lighting, and replacing the ceiling fans. Closet redesign and painting will follow. All changes will be presented to DRC for compliance.

IN OTHER NEWS

• The contract for the required annual audit was passed.
  
• Roof cleaning was approved.
  
• Funds to replace the broken oven range in the clubhouse were approved.
  
• A Holiday Market sponsored by the Ad Hoc Café staff was approved pending confirmation it will not violate any governing documents.
  
• Finally, the Board passed a Cultural Affairs Committee project wherein two residents will conduct free monthly collage workshops in the Clubhouse.

OPEN GARAGES
An exceptional number of garages were reported open, unsecured, or unattended during the month. More than forty such incidents were reported to security. It’s not clear why there were so many, but Treston would like to remind you to secure
property with care going forward.
 
COYOTE ENCOUNTERS
Treston’s monthly security report notes ten coyote encounters and, presumably, a much greater number of non-reported coyote incidents.

Reports of encounters include animals scratching humans, stalking and advancing on children, and stalking pet dogs—in one instance, working in tandem. Residents also report lost pets and the discovery of cat remains. The coyotes have evidently habituated to humans here, but remain predatory and unpredictable. It is an extremely serious and dangerous situation, one which the Board, Security, and Management are seeking to contain and to take action.
 
LOUD NOISES, Ct. 16, Oct. 24, 5:27pm.
Resident reported a loud noise coming from just outside her unit. Officer conducted a perimeter search, but nothing was detected.
 
DISTURBANCE, Ct. 16, Oct. 25, 7:08pm.
Resident reported a neighbor’s smoke detector going off continuously.
 
LOUD MUSIC, Ct. 3, Oct. 25, 11:57pm.
Resident reported loud music. Officer located source, which was off-property.
 
SUSPICIOUS PERSONS, Ct. 2, Oct. 26, 9:47pm.
Resident reported a male and female non-residents walking toward the Main Green. They were escorted off the property.

TRESPASSERS, Ct. 1, Oct. 28, 5:48am.
Non-residents were sitting on a bench playing loud music. They were asked to leave.

SOCAL GAS LINE INSPECTIONS
SoCalGas has requested access to the property to look for instances where gas lines may intersect with sewer laterals. Any repair work will be paid for by SoCalGas. The utility has not yet notified the Office which units or buildings will be part of their survey. 

RESIDENTIAL BUILDING PAINTING AND INSULATION
Buildings #25, 28, and 38, are complete, with small follow-up repairs ongoing. Work on Building #47 has begun, though the schedule has been adjusted due to lack of patio access.

ANNUAL GARAGE INSPECTIONS
Property-wide garage inspections are expected to begin in early December. A full inspection schedule will be announced shortly.

BALCONY REPAIRS
Thirteen Level 4 and six Level 2 balconies will have been completed to date. Eight more Level 3s and three more Level 2s will be repaired in 2025.

LIGHTING UPGRADES
Management has ordered more than 75 new fixtures for driveways and walkways which will be installed as part of the Lighting pilot project.
 
SECURITY SCREEN DOORS
The vendor Crimsafe (formerly Wynstan) notified Management that pricing remains $2,173 for now, but is likely to increase in the coming year. Management has contacted other security door providers for product and general pricing information. Initial reports suggest that their numbers aren’t far off from those of Crimsafe.

ELECTRICAL UPGRADE PROJECT
Rewiring in buildings 14, 16, and 86 is complete, as well as most patching and painting. Triple C is working through some LA Dept. of Building & Safety requests based on updates to the code. Final inspection is expected soon.

LANDING SIDEWALK REPLACEMENTS
Management is looking into the cost of repairing or replacing the concrete landings outside 21 units. An estimate will be included on next month’s agenda.

CLUBHOUSE ROOF PROJECT
Work is underway to find shingle and assembly samples that match the historic tone, texture, and color of the existing roof, with the goal of securing approval from LAOHR. 

GARAGE RESTORATION
Repair on Court 2 buildings and structures is complete. Plant damage led to $32,000 in extra costs toward carpentry repairs. Painting is underway, while the repair crew moved on to Court 9. The project for the year will conclude in Court 12; work there begins on December 1.

ELECTRICAL OUTAGE, Ct. 10, Sept 17, 5:57 p.m.
A resident requested help when her garage door wouldn’t open. Breakers were reset and power restored.

DISTURBANCE, Ct. 5, Sept 18, 10:57 p.m.
Resident reported threatening statements toward her daughter. Officers searched the area; no one was found.

WELFARE CHECK, Ct. 6, Sept 18, 7:45 p.m.
Officers checked on an elderly resident who had missed an event. Neighbor confirmed she was safe.

DISTURBANCE, Ct. 15, Sept 27, 10:55 a.m.
Resident sent video of a neighbor allowing a dog to defecate in front of her unit.
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DISTURBANCE, Garage Ct. 14, Sept 28, 11:01 a.m.
Officer observed a transient inhaling nitrous oxide. When confronted, the individual became verbally abusive, then left the property.

TRESPASSING, West Circle, Oct 1, 6:41 p.m.
Report of children setting off a stink bomb.

MEDICAL EMERGENCY, Ct. 10, Oct 1, 8:26 p.m.
Officer assisted paramedics in locating a resident in distress; transport was declined.

DISTURBANCE, Sycamore, Oct 3, 9:45 p.m.
Caller reported a man yelling along Sycamore. He had departed before contact.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON, Ct. 5, Oct 7, 11:11 p.m.
Resident reported someone standing near her porch; no one found.

NOISE, Ct. 16, Oct 8, 10:48 p.m.
Resident reported furniture-moving sounds from an upstairs unit.

WELLNESS CHECK, Ct. 5, Oct 8, 4:56 p.m.
Officers discovered a deceased resident and pet. LAPD and Management responded; the unit was secured.

FIGHTING, Ct. 12, Oct 10, 7:47 a.m.
Resident reported a couple arguing in the parking lot. Officers found them in dispute. Police called; man left, woman detained.

SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY, Ct. 5, Oct 10, 11:22 p.m.
Resident twice reported noises and voices outside making threats.

HARASSMENT, Ct. 9, Oct 11, 6:30 p.m.
Resident reported juveniles kicking a door and running. Ring footage reviewed; officers spoke with juveniles and guardians.
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GARAGE ELECTRICITY OUTAGE, Ct. 1, Oct 16, 8:00 a.m.
Resident reported a garage offline; breaker reset requested.

​POWER OUTAGE, Ct. 1, Oct 16, 11:16 a.m.
Resident reported another power outage in Court 1.

TRESPASSING, Perimeter, Oct 17, 12:25 p.m.
Transient unpacking belongings on Obama Blvd. left after being told it was private property.

CAR ALARM, West Circle, Oct 17, 11:45 p.m.
Resident reported an ongoing car alarm. Owner located; repair planned.

MEDICAL EMERGENCY, Ct. 16, Oct 18, 12:08 a.m.
Resident experienced respiratory distress; transported by family to facility.

TRESPASSING/NOISE, Ct. 7, Oct 18, 1:47 p.m.
Officer observed trespasser in black BMW inhaling nitrous oxide and playing loud music. Subject refused to leave, then departed after police notified.

BEEPING ALARM, East Circle, Oct 18, 7:13 p.m.
Resident reported persistent beeping from nearby unit.

SUSPICIOUS PACKAGE, Ct. 11, Oct 19, 7:13 p.m.
Resident reported a tampered package outside his unit.

MAIL TAMPERING, Ct. 11, Oct 19, 5:26 p.m.
Resident found torn mail and opened packages between Courts 10 and 11. Items collected and returned; no suspects identified.
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SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY, Ct. 5, Oct 19, 11:09 p.m.
Resident reported several people loitering near the unit; subjects gone on arrival.

THE BOARD DISCUSSES GETTING A LOAN
The evening’s most consequential discussion involved examining the pros and cons of taking out a loan to apply to some of the property’s major infrastructure projects. The Board agreed to look at proposals and scenarios to find the most expeditious approach. There was no vote at this time.

HANDBOOK REVISIONS
The Board set in motion two VGOA Handbook revisions: 

• PET RULES will be revised to eliminate breed and size restrictions, and to limit the number of pets to three per unit.
• VIOLATION FINE LIMITS have been capped per an amendment to State Civil Code, AB 130, for violations not related to health or safety.
• These and other past revisions will be submitted to a 28 day comment period before the Handbook is brought into compliance. 

ROOF REPAIR
A cost study conducted to evaluate roof repair in a Court 1 garage, damaged by a fallen tree limb, indicated that replacing the building’s entire roof was more cost-effective than repairing just one section. It was passed. 

CLUBHOUSE RECESSED LIGHTING
Foot traffic on the Clubhouse roof to address repairs caused insulation dust to leak through the Main Room’s recessed lighting fixtures, requiring maintenance and repair. Management has received an estimate, and is seeking other solutions.

ARCHITECTURE CONSULTANT APPROVED
The Board passed a resolution brought by Director Steve Haggerty to hire architectural consultants to assist with preservation issues that may arise from installing the mini-vaults required by LADWP outside the existing buildings.
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IN OTHER NEWS
The Board agreed to take steps to prepare for a new Facilities Manager, once Linda Pollari’s term of service ends in about five months. 

Manager Sherri Giles updated the Board of Directors on topics including electrical upgrades; residential, administrative, and garage building maintenance; serpentine walls; roofing and balcony projects; water supply lines; SoCal Gas lines, lighting improvements; eUnify software; and security screen doors.

ELECTRICAL PROJECT
Work on building #86 is almost complete, pending access to one unit. Per the LA Dept of Building Safety, disconnect switches for electric water heaters are now required; Triple C is completing. Painting is ongoing; final inspections are imminent.

RESIDENTIAL BUILDING PAINTING AND INSULATION
Buildings #25 and #28 are complete; carpentry on Building #38 is complete. Repair on building #46 begins shortly.

​GARAGE RESTORATION
Carpentry repairs and painting for Courts 2, 9, and 12 began in September, including fumigation. There is a significant damage on the siding in Court 2, primarily from bougainvillea planted in the narrow beds next to the garage buildings.

ADMINISTRATION/CLUBHOUSE ROOF REPAIR
LCS has identified a material that appears appropriate for the project and can carry a long-term warranty. A sample will be delivered next month.

ROOF INSPECTIONS AND EVALUATION
Lane Consulting Services (LCS) continues to integrate inspection data gathered from recent proposal efforts and broader planning considerations. Those findings are expected to be a key strategic tool for establishing project priorities, phasing plans, and reserve budget forecasting.

SECURITY SCREEN DOORS
The cost of the Association-approved Crimsafe (now “Ultimate Door”) security screen door had risen to $1,980 before tax. Board and Management are seeking more economical options for residents. 

COURT 8 SUPPLY LINES PROJECT
Trenching is complete at Buildings 39, 42 and 43. Twice during the course of the project, older portions of the water main line broke, resulting in temporary outages. Both incidents were repaired promptly; expected completion is September 25th. VG Landscape Manager George Hilder has been taking proactive measures to preserve adjacent landscaping, especially plants and trees.

eUNIFY IMPLEMENTATION
Work this month focused on a detailed walk-through of the uManage system, including configuration of resident profiles, the creation of committees, and setup of custom reports and dashboards. The team is preparing for pilot testing prior to a broader launch.

GARAGE COURT LIGHTING UPGRADES
Evaluations for additions and replacements for five courts are complete. The funding for equipment and installation was passed by the Board this meeting.

SERPENTINE WALLS
After initially providing an estimate to repair one brick wall, Troxler and Sons now says that, logistically, it cannot execute the repair of a single wall. Negotiations with another contractor, Boston Brick & Stone, are underway.

SEWER AND GAS LINE INSPECTIONS
Southern California Gas Company (SoCal Gas) contacted Management regarding inspections of sewer laterals and underground gas lines, to identify instances where they may intersect, posing a safety hazard. If issues arise, SoCalGas will take corrective actions at no cost to the Association.

SB326 BALCONY REPAIRS
To date nine Level 4 and five Level 2 balconies have been repaired. Repair work for thirteen additional Level 4 and three Level 2 balconies is scheduled. Estimated completion April, 2026.

SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY, Ct. 5, August 21, 11:07 pm.
A caller reported people gathering outside the unit, discussing a possible abduction.

DISTURBANCE, Ct. 9, August 22, 12:04 pm.
Caller reported a male acting erratically at Coliseum and Hauser. 

DISORDERLY CONDUCT, Ct. 9 August 22, 12:28 pm.
A male non-resident was observed using profanity, and pacing in the roadway, creating a safety concern for pedestrians and drivers. Officers monitored the intersection. After a period the subject calmed.

DISTURBANCE, Ct. 14, August 26, 8:18 am. Resident reported a dog off leash; the owner stated they were a visitor. She was informed the property had a leashed dog rule. 

SMOKING, Ct. 6, August 26, 5:14 pm.
Possible smoking in a unit. Security detected the smell of incense.

DISTURBANCE, Ct. 1, August 28, 7:49 pm. Report of children setting off a stink bomb.

DISTURBANCE/VANDALISM, Ct. 2, August 28, 8:02 pm. 
Report of juveniles throwing rocks and lighting firecrackers. They fled after breaking the lower glass panel of a resident’s front door. Maintenance was notified for repairs.

VANDALISM, Ct. 1/17, August 29, 6:00 pm. 
Officers observed a group of youths flee southbound toward Garage Ct. 1. A resident reported an attempted patio entry; the group threw rocks, damaged a kitchen window, then fled. LAPD was notified; residents were advised to file police reports.

MEDICAL EMERGENCY, Ct. 5, September 1, 7:50 pm. 
Officers provided assistance to a fallen individual until paramedics arrived.

CIRCUIT TRIPPED, Ct. 1, September 2, 7:53 am. 
A resident reported a garage door not operating. Breaker was reset and power restored.

DISTURBANCE, Ct. 15, September 2, 8:24 am. Resident reported a non-resident behaving oddly along Obama Rd. Advised to keep distance; officer responded to assess.

WELFARE CHECK, Ct. 3, September 5, 8:06 pm. Resident requested a check on a possibly left-on stove. Officer dispatched; stove was confirmed off.

SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY, Ct. 17, September 7, 10:05 am.
Report of a male forcing entry through a gate and then leaving. The gate was resecured.

DING DONG DITCH, West Circle, September 7, 6:23 pm.
Officer responded to two reports of children ringing a doorbell and running. One juvenile was contacted and admonished.

VANDALISM, Clubhouse, September 7, 10:54 pm.
Officers heard loud impacts, shouting, and breaking glass outside their office. At the Cloverdale Ave. entrance a person destroyed the planters and damaged the front door. When confronted, subject walked west toward Hauser. Maintenance was notified to secure and assess damage.

SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY, Ct. 12, September 8, 7:32 pm. 
A person was reported riding a bicycle in the garage area and looking into vehicle windows.

DISTURBANCE, Ct. 16, September 8, 9:21 pm. Resident reported loud children outside their unit.

DRUNK AND DISORDERLY, Ct. 9, September 9, 1:18 am.
Officer witnessed a person pushed out of a moving vehicle. The woman, a non-resident, seemed disoriented and smelled of alcohol. Asked to leave, she became physical with the security officers, who called LAPD, who took her into custody.

DISTURBANCE, Ct. 11, September 9, 4:14 pm.
A caller reported 4 minors being loud and pulling on a light post. Officers did not observe any damage.

GATHERING, Ct. 9, September 9, 5:21 pm.
Resident reported a gathering in Ct. 8, concerned it might exceed the number of people allowed.

DISTURBANCE, Ct. 15, September 9, 6:48 pm. Resident reported a neighbor playing loud music in response to children outside. The resident was asked to turn the music down.

THEFT, Ct. 2, September 10, 5:57 pm. 
Resident reported lug nuts removed from his vehicle’s wheels.

ILLEGAL PARKING, Ct. 11, September 13, 1:41 pm. Resident reported a motorcycle parked improperly in Ct. 11. The rider had become ill while visiting and was transported to the hospital. Resident stated the motorcycle would be moved upon return.
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TRESPASSING, Ct. 1, September 14, 3:28 pm.
Two vagrants were observed smoking PCP on a bench. Ambulance responded. One male admitted to medics he had smoked PCP but refused service and exited the property. Officer obtained photos of the EMS vehicle and one individual leaving.

TOWN HALL MEETING SET
The Board approved a Town Hall Meeting scheduled for Saturday, September 27, 10 a.m. to 12 noon, to be held virtually and in person (the hybrid option) to facilitate attendance. The property’s financial picture will be presented by former Treasurer and Board consultant Claire Knowlton, and Board members will address topics of concern to the community. Marie Germaine, chair of the Communications Committee, will moderate. Please come!

PROPOSED CHANGE IN PET RULES
President Gila Brown submitted a resolution to increase the number of pets allowed per unit and to remove the restrictions on certain dog breeds to align with city guidelines. Some expressed concern that the city’s number (currently 8) might be burdensome given the size of VG units. The property’s legal council will be consulted regarding compliance. 

SCHEDULING PROJECTS WITH THE DRC WHILE IN ESCROW
Director Chris Scornaienchi sought to create a process for approving remodeling projects for properties in escrow, in order not to delay such projects for future homeowners. While there was general consensus on the concept, the resolution was tabled so details could be worked out. 

ELECTRICAL PANEL RELOCATION
As part of the ongoing electrical pilot project, Facilities manager Linda Pollari requested the Board clarify who determines the location of, and pays for, the relocation of non-compliant electrical panels. Director Steve Haggerty created a motion stating the Association has sole discretion over the location of any electrical component including electrical panels, and may seek reimbursement to correct any owner-modified, non-compliant component not previously approved by VGOA and LADBS. The Board approved 9-0.

ROOFING PROJECT AND CONSULT SLATED
The Board approved two consultants to oversee a repair project for the Clubhouse and Office roof, which should provide valuable information on the challenges for the repair and preservation of the property’s roofs going forward. Lane Consulting and the Architectural Resource Group will collaborate on construction oversight and compliance with historic preservation. In a separate resolution, Lane Consulting was hired to evaluate our residential and garage roofs.

TEMPORARY PARKING PERMIT USE EXAMINED
Directors on the July enforcement committee noted a number of citations resulting from the misuse of Guest Parking Permits. Directors agreed a campaign to educate residents is needed.

​IN OTHER NEWS
Management asked the Board for permission to seek legal counsel to bring the current VG fines schedule in alignment with State Assembly Bill 130. The Board approved unanimously.