Thursday, November 6, 2014

November-December update



HAPPY HOLIDAYS


   village2@npsphx.com   (please note new e-address)

NOTICE OF VILLAGE TWO BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING
Tuesday, December 9,  2014, at 8:30 AM – NPS office
Location: 16099 N. 82nd Street  B-2   Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Homeowners are ALWAYS welcome at open meetings.

Village Two HOA 2014 Board of Directors includes:
Ken Salt                     president                   
Jannine Westvang    vice president/treasurer/VRA rep
Betty Johnson           secretary
Mike Currence           alternate VRA rep

WELCOME…to Debbie Sublette, our new property manager. 
She can be reached at village2@npsphx or 443-5566

 ELECTIONS....It will soon be time to elect volunteer board members for 2015.  If you are interested in being a part of the decision-making process, please contact Management.  We’re always looking for volunteers who can do things faster, better, and cheaper!!  Please submit a short bio to Management by January 15 to be included with the February election mailing.

2015 MONTHLY ASSESSMENT COUPON BOOKS…will be mailed in December.  Please notice that the 2015 assessment remains at $204 but will likely increase in 2016.  Late fees remain at $30.  Thanks to all of you who are up-to-date with your 2014 monthly payments.  INSURANCE INFORMATION will be in the same mailing.  Please read carefully as it explains HOA/homeowner responsibilities.    
           
RATS…PLEASE be sure your trash is thrown into the dumpster bin.  We are doing our best to eliminate the rodent problem, but we need everybody’s cooperation.  Do NOT leave out birdseed, pet food, anything that might be attractive to rodents or other animals.  Thank you.

POOL C…is a NO SMOKING of any type area, and no glassware means NO GLASS BOTTLES.  Please do not leave towels or anything else hanging over balcony railings. 

HOLIDAY DECORATIONS…Village Two restrictions as well as McCormick Ranch CC&R’s stipulate that all exterior holiday decorations must be removed January 15, 2015

EMERGENCY  PHONE  NUMBERS:
     For all Village 2, pools, tennis courts, and green belt area concerns call
                              NATIONAL PROPERTY SERVICES      480-443-5566
                                …..and as always, thanks for your cooperation. 

Your Village Two Board of Directors wishes you 
                                                                             the very best and happiest of holidays



Friday, August 8, 2014

August 2014 update

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Landscaping (desert conversion) update 
The 9115 cul-de-sac conversion to desert landscaping has been completed for now.  Adding additional colorful plants will be an on-going project after all four cul-de-sacs have been converted. 

NEXT PROJECT:  92nd Street drainage
PURPOSE:  Correcting the problem of irrigation water flooding 92nd Street.   Because the ground on both sides of 92nd Street slopes downward, irrigation water naturally flows into the street. 

EXPLANATION:  The next project is creating a “dry well” along both sides of 92nd Street.  This project involves digging a trench two feet wide and one foot deep along the red curbs from Purdue Avenue to the 9460 + 9465 cul-de-sacs.    The trench will be filled in with river rock to cause a drainage collection space so that irrigation water will no longer flow out into 92nd Street.  The sprinkler system will also be refurbished. 

Please understand that the grass behind and between buildings is not being removed.  The conversion to desert landscaping involves only the fronts of the buildings surrounding the parking areas.   Village Two HOA has received written approval from both the city of Scottsdale and McCormick Ranch to proceed with theconversion of the remaining cul-de-sacs.  After the 92nd Street project, work will continue with 9465 N. 92nd Street, then 9460 N. 92nd Street, and finally 9125 E. Purdue. 

The next Village Two BOD meeting will be held 
Tuesday, September 30, 2014 at 8:30 AM
National Property Services office located at 16099 N. 82nd Street B-2, Scottsdale, AZ. 


Monday, July 7, 2014

Update July - August



NOTICE OF VILLAGE TWO BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING
Tuesday, JULY 29, 2014, at  8:30 AM – National Property Services Office.
Located at 16099 N. 82nd St - B2, Scottsdale, AZ.                                               
                                  Homeowners are ALWAYS welcome

AIR  CONDITIONING REPAIRS…Please be sure your repairmen have a  32 foot ladder  to reach the A/C towers.  They should NOT be walking on the new tile roofs.  Broken tiles and roofing repairs are expensive, and individual homeowners may be held responsible for damage. 

VILLAGE TWO CCR’S AND BY-LAWS that everyone signed on to at time of purchase ARE being enforced.  ALL HOMEOWNERS and RENTERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR KNOWING THE RESTRICTIONS.  When in doubt, contact Management for clarification.  Saves problems later…..THANKS

CONCERNS….If you are aware of an issue (repairs, violations, safety problems, etc.) that needs to be brought to the attention of the HOA Board or Management, please call MANAGEMENT at 480-433-5566. 

TOWELS…Rugs, swimsuits, bedspreads, etc. must not be left hanging over balcony railings.  POOL C  is a NO SMOKING area, and no glassware means NO GLASS BEER OR WINE BOTTLES.

GARBAGE…PLEASE be sure your trash is placed IN the dumpster bin.  Trash on the floor of the enclosure encourages rats, ants, etc.  Please close sliding doors and lids.

VILLAGE TWO 2014 HOA BOARD OF DIRECTORS INCLUDES:
Ken Salt                                      president                                
Karen Larson                             vice president/treasurer
Betty Johnson                          secretary
Mike Currence                          VRA rep
Jannine Westvang                   VRA rep alternate

EMERGENCY  PHONE  NUMBERS
For all Village 2 concerns, as well as pool, tennis courts, and green belt issues, call        
NATIONAL PROPERTY SERVICES  at 480-443-5566

…and as always, THANKS FOR YOUR COOPERATION!!!




Friday, May 30, 2014

Update - May/June

Village 2 Update  May 2014  http://village2homeowners.blogspot.com

*NOTICE OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING
  Date:  Tuesday, June 17, 2014, at 8:30 AM
  Location:  National Property Services Office at 16099 N. 82nd St - B2, Scottsdale, AZ.                                                Homeowners  are always welcome

*VILLAGE TWO 2014 HOA BOARD OF DIRECTORS INCLUDES:
Ken Salt                                                          president                                
Karen Larson                                                 vice president/treasurer
Betty Johnson                                              secretary
Mike Currence                                             VRA rep
Jannine Westvang                                      VRA rep alternate

*THANKS to those of you who expressed your thoughts concerning the landscaping project.  Responses were positive, and the conversion to desert landscaping in the front of buildings only will begin soon with the 9115 cul-de-sac.  Green areas between and behind buildings will remain unchanged.

*POOL SERVICE…Pool C is serviced Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays.  Signage on the pool gates notifies that effective August 1, 2010, to comply with regulations, you may be asked to leave the pool areas while pools are being serviced.  Sorry for the inconvenience. 

*VILLAGE TWO CCR’S AND BY-LAWS that everyone signed on to at time of purchase ARE being enforced.  ALL HOMEOWNERS and RENTERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR KNOWING THE RESTRICTIONS.  When in doubt, contact Management for clarification.  Saves problems later…..THANKS

*CONCERNS….If you are aware of an issue (repairs, violations, safety problems, etc.) that needs to be brought to the attention of the HOA Board or Management, please call MANAGEMENT at 480-433-5566. 

*TOWELS…Rugs, swimsuits, bedspreads, etc. must not be left hanging over balcony railings.  POOL C  is a NO SMOKING area, and no glassware means NO GLASS BEER OR WINE BOTTLES.

*GARBAGEPLEASE be sure your trash is placed IN the dumpster bin.  Trash on the floor of the enclosure encourages rats, ants, etc.  Please close sliding doors and lids.

EMERGENCY  PHONE  NUMBERS:
         National Property Services    480-443-5566

                                   …and as always, THANKS FOR YOUR COOPERATION!!!                 

Landscaping Approval


DESERT LANDSCAPING for VILLAGE TWO

The landscaping rejuvenation plans of Village Two have been approved by the city of Scottsdale, McCormick Ranch, and homeowners.  9115 Purdue will be the first cul-de-sac converted. 

Here’s what you may expect:
1…The grassy areas in the front of all the buildings will be removed and converted to desert granite,       similar to the existing rock
2…Grassy areas behind and between buildings will remain.
3…While each cul-de-sac will have its own individual look, each cul-de-sac will receive updating -
·         Existing trees will remain if they do not present a safety or maintenance issue
·         Existing bushes will be trimmed to remove the old/dated wood, or removed and replaced
·         Each cul-de-sac will receive four new trees such as desert museum, desert willow, or acacia
·         Each cul-de sac will receive  new flowering bushes and cacti
·         Each cul-de-sac will receive decorative boulders
·         The areas under the stairways will be renovated with additional granite

While most of us enjoy the grassy look, we must understand that we live in the desert, and it only makes good sense to conserve our water which will become increasingly a scarce resource.   
·         Water is constantly flowing into the streets and parking areas
·         Water on sidewalks causes unsafe conditions
·         Water on buildings causes deterioration of stucco, paint, and infrastructure
·         Water on cars and windows causes calcium buildup
·         New trees, flowering bushes, and cacti will all be drought tolerant
·         Scottsdale offers a rebate to communities that convert to desert landscaping  (xeriscape)
·         Villages 3, 4,and 5 have already converted

For      More information on the benefits of  xeriscape, please consider the following resources:
·         http://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/Water/Conservation/HOA
 

Questions???     Call Management (National Property Services) at 480-443-5566
                                    ……and as always, thanks for your support and cooperation!



Friday, March 21, 2014

Desert Landscaping

Desert Landscaping
                                                                         


The landscaping renovation of Village Two is being planned.  Here’s what you may expect:
1…The grassy areas in the front of all the buildings will be removed and converted to desert granite,       similar to the existing rock
2…Grassy areas behind and between buildings will remain in most cases.
3…While each cul-de-sac will have its own individual look, each cul-de-sac will receive updating -
  •        Existing trees will remain if they do not present a safety or maintenance issue
  •     Existing bushes will be trimmed to remove the old/dated wood, or removed and replaced
  •     Each cul-de-sac will receive four new trees such as desert museum, desert willow, or acacia
  •     Each cul-de sac will receive 30 – 40 new flowering bushes and cacti
  •     Each cul-de-sac will receive decorative boulders
  •     The areas under the stairways will be renovated with additional granite


While most of us enjoy the grassy look, we must understand that we live in the desert, and it only makes good sense to conserve our water which will become increasingly a scarce resource.   
  •     Water is constantly flowing into the streets and parking areas
  •     Water on sidewalks causes unsafe conditions
  •     Water on buildings causes deterioration of stucco, paint, and infrastructure
  •     Water on cars and windows causes calcium buildup
  •     New trees, flowering bushes, and cacti will all be drought tolerant
  •     Scottsdale offers a rebate to communities that convert to desert landscaping  (xeriscape)
  •     Villages 3, 4,and 5 have already converted


For     More information on the benefits of  xeriscape, please consider the following resources:
·         http://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/Water/Conservation/HOA
 

Questions???     Call Management (National Property Services) at 480-443-5566
                                               ……and as always, thanks for your support and cooperation!



Notes - Annual HOA meeting

There was NOT a quorum at the Village 2 annual HOA meeting on Saturday, March 1, 2014.  Therefore, the following information must be considered notes of the meeting and not formal minutes that will require approval.  The notes should, however, be accurate.  

Village Two Condominiums HOA
http://village2homeowners.blogspot.com
2014 Annual Homeowners Meeting Saturday March 1, 2014 at 10:15 AM
Mustang Library 10101 N. 90th St. Scottsdale, AZ 85258

Board Members Present - Ken Salt, Karen Larson, Mike Currence, and Betty Johnson
Board Members Absent – None
Management Present - Ashley Hammer for National Property Services
Homeowners Present – Various Homeowners

       I.            Call To Order – The 2014 Annual Homeowners was called to order at 10:30 am by Ken Salt.
    II.            Certification of Quorum – A quorum consisting of 83 votes was not achieved at this annual meeting per Ashley. The current Board Members will continue in their respective positions.
 III.            Introductions – The following attendees were introduced to the homeowners:
Board Treasurer Karen Larson
Board Secretary Betty Johnson
Board Member at Large Mike Currence
Board President Ken
Community Manager Ashley Hammer
Recording Secretary Jennifer Harris
 IV.            Election of Officers – There was no election since no quorum was achieved.
    V.            Approval of Minutes – The 2013 Annual Meeting minutes were reviewed.  Patricia Myers noted that her last name was misspelled.
 VI.            2013 Financial Review – Ken Salt stated that there were no red flags in the completed 2012 compilation. For 2013 there will be a formal audit. Ken also noted that the Reserve Study was updated in May of 2013. Copies of financial reports and the reserve study are available to homeowners via the NPS office.
VII.            Community Updates – The following updates were provided to the homeowners:
·         The Board encouraged more homeowners to participate on the Board of Directors. Interested members can contact NPS or attend any regular Board of Directors meeting for more information.
·         No decrease in assessments is planned.
·         Desert denizens like javelina, rats, gophers, snakes, owls, and coyotes are part of our environment. Gophers are being addressed by all Villages via the VRA. Village Two is aggressively responding to issues with rats and pigeons. If pigeons are seen roosting please contact management and do not feed them. Do not store any food in outside storage areas.
·         Landscaping of the front entrances to each cul-de-sac is planned beginning with 9115. Ken explained that the landscaping conversion is being planned to reduce water usage and runoff. Existing grass areas in the front of the buildings only will be converted to desert xeriscaping per Ken. Some residents expressed concern regarding the reduction of grassy common areas and the Board encouraged them to attend the next Board of Directors meeting to share their input on the project. Tree trimming and palm tree trimming is being completed per existing schedules.
·         Ken reminded residents to report short term rental activity to NPS and/or the Maricopa County Assessor.
·         A list of approved paint and stain colors for front doors are available through NPS along with free front door paint upon request.
·         The Board is working on drafting an emergency plan for fires and random acts. Ken encouraged residents to contact 911 in the event of an emergency. The Board also encouraged residents to fill out the emergency contact form.
·         Recycling is not available at this time per Board. However ample recycling is available across Via Linda near the police station.
·         Asphalt maintenance is scheduled per Ken and will be paid for out of the reserve funds. The Board is currently looking for a consultant to assist with the project.
·         The vacant lot at San Victor & 91st Street is currently being planned as a town home complex per Patricia Myers. Patricia gave details of the occupancy plans and noted that the project is set to begin in April 2014.
VIII.            VRA Updates – VRA Representative Mike Currence provided the following updates regarding the Villages Recreation Association:
·         VRA manages the pools, tennis courts, and grassy common areas. Pool refurbishing has been completed and a new pool maintenance contractor has been selected.
·         Tennis courts currently are not being addressed by the VRA but Mike acknowledged that both courts A & B are in need of in depth maintenance.
·         Villages 1 & 3 carry the most voting weight with 26% and 27% of the total votes respectively; together they carry a combined voting power of 53% and can conduct VRA business together because they have the majority vote. Currently Villages 1 & 3 are in favor of dissolution of the VRA. Village 2 Representatives Mike Currence and Ken Salt continue to represent the desires of all Village 2 members at the VRA monthly Board of Directors meetings. The next VRA meeting will be held on March 11, 2014 at 6 pm, location to be announced.
 IX.            Open Session – The following topics of discussion were presented by some of the homeowners in attendance:
·         Thanks were given to the Board of Directors for their time and dedication.
·         It was suggested that any landscaping changes regarding grass removal should be done by consensus of the ownership.
·         Noise from trash pickup at the nearby medical office complex was discussed and the Board suggested that residents contact the City of Scottsdale to have any noise ordinance concerns addressed.
    X.            Calendar – The next Village Two Annual Homeowners meeting is tentatively scheduled for the first Saturday of March 2015.
 XI.            Adjournment – There being no further business to discuss the Annual Homeowners meeting was motioned to adjourn at 12:00 pm by Patricia Myers. The motion was seconded by John Dahl and carried unanimously.

Respectfully Submitted,
Jennifer Harris
Recording Secretary


Tuesday, February 11, 2014

BOD elections


    PLEASE   VOTE
 February 2014                 
                                      
HOA MAILINGS…By now, you should have received information in the mail regarding the Annual HOA meeting, election for Board of Directors’, and ballot. Please  contact Management if you have concerns, questions, or need to report an address change.  We need at least 83 returned ballots to reach quorum.  PLEASE VOTE -  even if you return an unmarked ballot.  Also, please return your updated EMERGENCY INFORMATION form.  Thanks

ANNUAL V2 HOMEOWNERS’ MEETINGwill be held on Saturday, March 1, 2014, in the Mustang Library Auditorium.  Check-in and refreshments at 10:15 and Meeting begins at 10:30.  Please mail back your BALLOTS, even if blank, and the EMERGENCY INFORMATION form ASAP.
                 You may also bring ballot + emergency information form to meeting

Notice of BOARD of DIRECTORS’ MEETING:
February Board  Meeting is set for Wednesday, February 26, 2014, at 8:00 AM
National Property Services Office at 16099 N. 82nd St - B2                                                     Scottsdale, AZ 85260
         Homeowners  are always welcome
RESTRICTIONS  (CCRs) are enforced. A summarized list appears on the dumpster doors.  If you have questions or want to report violations,  please call  National Property Services at  480-443-5566. You remain anonymous, and we count on homeowners to help us keep Village Two the place we all expect!!

EMERGENCY  PHONE  NUMBER:
         For all  Village 2 concerns, call  NATIONAL PROPERTY SERVICES   480-443-5566
                 …and as always, THANKS FOR YOUR COOPERATION!!!


Friday, January 10, 2014

Holiday decorations

HOLIDAY DECORATIONS…Village Two restrictions as well as McCormick Ranch CC&R’s stipulate that all holiday decorations must be removed by January 15, 2014  


January BOD meeting

              Notice of BOARD of DIRECTORS’ MEETING: 
       Next meeting is set for Tuesday, January 28, at 8:30 AM
                      National Property Services Office
        16099 N. 82nd Street  B-2   Scottsdale, AZ 85260

                   Homeowners are ALWAYS welcome

Happy New Year

                    
ELECTIONS...It will soon be time to elect board members for 2014.  If you are interested in being a candidate and a part of the decision-making process, please contact Management.  We’re always looking for volunteers who can do things faster, better, and cheaper!!  Please submit a short bio to Management by January 15 to be included with the February election mailing.   Monthly meetings are typically held on the fourth Tuesday at 8:30 AM in the NPS office.  Management can be reached at ahammer@npsphx.com or 480-443-5566

Village Two HOA 2013 Board of Directors includes:
Ken Salt                               president                          
Karen Larson                    vice president/treasurer
Betty Johnson                   secretary
Mike Currence                 VRA rep

ANNUAL MEETING… of Village Two Homeowners’ Association (HOA) will be held on
Saturday, March 1, 2014, in Mustang Library Auditorium.
10:15 AM   Check-in and light refreshments
10:30 AM   Meeting begins

EMERGENCY  PHONE  NUMBER:  For any concerns related to Village Two,  pool, tennis court and common area issues, please contact Management at
                                   NATIONAL PROPERTY SERVICES  480-443-5566
                          …and as always, THANKS FOR YOUR COOPERATION!!!