Compiled by Patrick Comiskey
The August Board meeting was held on the 26th, attended by 47 people, including nine members of the Board, management, residents and guests. Topics discussed include the Sept. 27th Town Hall, pet rules, DRC processes while in escrow, electrical panels, roofing repairs, temporary parking permits, and the VHOA fines schedule.
The August Board meeting was held on the 26th, attended by 47 people, including nine members of the Board, management, residents and guests. Topics discussed include the Sept. 27th Town Hall, pet rules, DRC processes while in escrow, electrical panels, roofing repairs, temporary parking permits, and the VHOA fines schedule.
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.
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.
RSS Feed