Rodent/Pest Prevention/Elimination measures already taken by
V2 HOA + Management:

1. The bait stations have been monitored throughout the summer months, and we have found dead rodents, indicating that the traps are effective. These bait stations are the most cost-effective method of deterring the rodents, and baiting/monitoring continues.
2. The spring traps have been placed in the attics again, as they were last year. The traps were removed for the hot summer months as they were not catching any rats, and the cost was not worth having them monitored.
3. In August 2009, Turner Tree Management trimmed ALL the trees throughout Village 2 away from the buildings at a cost of $4,270. We hope to be able to trim the trees again in 2010, but this will depend upon budget. Yes, trimming the trees is important for a number of reasons, but so are other maintenance issues.
4. Other plants have been trimmed back or removed completely where rodent nests were located.
5. We have asked residents in newsletters and mailings to be more conscientious about getting their garbage into the bins...not left on the dumpster floors.
6. We have asked Ramon and his crew to notify us immediately whenever they find any evidence of rodents.
7. Ashley Hammer has been in contact with 5 different companies regarding the rat prevention methods. She has met with a representative from Arizona Pest Prevention, a rodent prevention company with over 50 years of company experience. He commented that V2 is one of the best maintained properties he has seen in terms of rodent preventative/elimination measures. In addition, Ashley personally entered the attic at 9125/222 for a first-hand inspection.
8. The area below the oleanders has been cleared of debris.
9. City of Scottsdale says that Village 2 is exceeding city preventative requirements
10. We have had no more than probably 10 calls for service regarding rodents. Management has immediately contacted Burns for elimination, and in every case, the problems have been resolved.
11. Sealing 9125/215-222. Contract with AZ Pest Prevention was approved, but because of a disagreement between APP and homeowners, the attempt was not completed.
12. Bids are now being taken in yet another effort to accomplish the sealing of same bldg.
13. Flyers were posted on all four walls of every dumpster requesting cooperation.
14. Lids have been placed on all dumpsters at homeowners’ request.

Two homeowners in the 9125 cul-de-sac have refused to let HOA enter their attic space for trap placement. Their comments were that they do not consider rats a problem .

Homeowners can help by: (these measures have been included in newsletter and mailings)
1) Ensuring that trash is discarded into the trash bins and not left in outside the trash can.
2) Minimizing dog feces on the ground.
3) Eliminating bird feeding and available bird seed.
4) Keeping all dog/cat food in sealed containers.
5) Maintaining a clean and clutter free patio/porch area to eliminate hiding spaces.

Reminder

ANNUAL V2 HOA MEETING…will be held on Saturday, March 6, 2010,
in the Mustang Library Auditorium
10:15…Check-in and refreshments
10:30…Meeting begins
Please mail back your ballots, even if blank, and the
EMERGENCY INFORMATION form ASAP.
You may also bring ballot + form to meeting

ROOF ADVISORY…There is a need for serious discussion concerning the condition of the roofs on all twelve buildings of Village Two. Over the past several years, roofing repairs have been completed in a prioritized manner. These repairs are the result of normal aging of the buildings. However, the need for repairs has been escalating, which is not surprising. Our buildings are now 25 years old, and it is reasonable to expect that we could be facing major re-roofing issues in the not-too-distant future.

It is time for an inspection and analysis to determine the exact condition of our roofs.

Therefore, your Village Two Board of Directors will be engaging an independent roofing inspector to assess the condition of the roofs under the tiled sections and then prioritize the necessary work. We will then be in a position to plan an appropriate response when confronting the condition of the roofs to prevent compromising the integrity of the buildings.

While it is too early in the process to speculate as to anticipated expenses for this type of repair work, it is not too early to advise homeowners of the steps we are taking. Should the inspection indicate that extensive repairs are needed, all Village Two homeowners will be impacted as we could face an enormous expense.

It is most important that all homeowners attend the annual meeting on March 6, 2010, when we will update you on the report and possibly have the inspector there to answer your questions.

Village Two Condominiums HOA
McCormick Ranch, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
village2scottsdale.blogspot.com
village2homeowners@cox.net

Greetings from the 2009 Village Two Board of Directors:
Ken Salt, president
Sammy Khaled, vice president/secretary
Karen Larson, treasurer
Patricia Anderson, board member/VRA rep
Betty Johnson, board member

Managed by National Property Services: Joe Wlezniak, Ashley Hammer, Tiffany Kosel

Official notice of annual Village Two Homeowners’ Association (HOA) meeting
The annual homeowners’ meeting will be held this year:
Saturday, March 6, 2010, in the Mustang Library Auditorium
10:15 AM Check-in and refreshments
10:30 AM Meeting begins

We invite you, and urge you, to attend, as YOUR INPUT IS IMPORTANT. We must have a quorum (83 votes) either by attendance and/or by mail-in ballots to conduct business. Arizona condominium law prohibits proxies. The Board and Management are working for you. Please assist us by returning your ballots, even if blank, in order to establish the necessary quorum. Thanks for your support and cooperation.


Proposed Agenda (order and topics are subject to change)
1. Welcome: The call to order and establishing of quorum
2. Election of the Board of Directors for 2010
3. Approval of 2009 minutes and financials
4. Village Two information updates
5. Village Recreation Association (VRA) update
6. Concerns of Homeowners attending


Please return your ballot for the 2010 Village 2 Board of Directors ASAP...EVEN IF BLANK. We must reach a quorum of 83 ballots, either by return mail or by your presence at the annual meeting. Blank ballots count towards the quorum.

Emergency Information…For all of the homeowners of Village Two, we strongly recommend that you consider leaving a Village Two condo key with a local relative or friend and advising Management of your emergency contact person. National Property Services has a 24 hour emergency paging system. If we have your emergency contact information on file, we can access your information and contact you or your emergency contact person immediately. Please take a few minutes to fill out the enclosed form for emergencies. This information is never shared, but can be extremely helpful when we find broken pipes, windows left open, etc. You may return it to Management with the ballot in the same envelope that has been provided.

ROOF ADVISORY…There is a need for serious discussion concerning the condition of the roofs on all twelve buildings of Village Two. Over the past several years, roofing repairs have been completed in a prioritized manner. These repairs are the result of normal aging of the buildings. However, the need for repairs has been escalating, which is not surprising. Our buildings are now 25 years old, and it is reasonable to expect that we could be facing major re-roofing issues in the not-too-distant future.

It is time for an inspection and analysis to determine the exact condition of our roofs.

Therefore, your Village Two Board of Directors will be engaging an independent roofing inspector to assess the condition of the roofs under the tiled sections and then prioritize the necessary work. We will then be in a position to plan an appropriate response when confronting the condition of the roofs to prevent compromising the integrity of the buildings.

While it is too early in the process to speculate as to anticipated expenses for this type of repair work, it is not too early to advise homeowners of the steps we are taking. Should the inspection indicate that extensive repairs are needed, all Village Two homeowners will be impacted as we could face an enormous expense.

It is most important that all homeowners attend the annual meeting on March 6, 2010, when we will update you on the report and possibly have the inspector there to answer your questions.



VILLAGE TWO CONDOMINIUMS CCRs

This is a reminder of some of the Conditions, Covenants and Restrictions / By-laws. Please review pages 36 - 39 of the CCRs. If your condo is a rental, please make a copy of this information available for the convenience of your renters. Paragraph 1, pg 39 of the CC&R’s explains the Board’s authority to levy fines upon the Owner of any unit in violation.

Occupancy
No commercial/business activities, or signs of any type, are allowed
(Exception: ONE for sale sign per condo IN WINDOW is permitted. Contact Management for details)
No gas or charcoal grills permitted on balconies or patios…this is a violation of City of Scottsdale fire law. Only electric grills are acceptable. The Fire Department will be called to cite violators
Dogs larger than 15 pounds are prohibited. Dogs must be leashed, and PLEASE CLEAN UP after your pet
Signed permission from HOA board is required for satellite dishes and all other changes/additions to Village Two property (front and/or back)
Rentals must be for a minimum of 30 days & the CCRs do allow that a copy of the lease may be called for by the Board of Directors
Patios/balconies are not to be used for storage, and only typical patio furniture is allowable…no overstuffed chairs/couches
No items of any kind (towels, rugs, clothes) may be hung over railings
No bamboo-type shades may be hung on patios or balconies
Holiday decorations must be removed by January 15 (per McCormick Ranch CCRs)
Vehicles
Numbered spaces are assigned to condos. Please use your assigned space as guest parking fills up during the winter months. No parking on streets.
Parking of Trailers, RV’s, sport equipment is not allowed on Village Two property
Bicycles should be locked to an available post near your covered parking space and
should not be parked on front entry door porches or in atriums.
No unsightly vehicles allowed
Pools and Tennis Courts
Quiet time is 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM. Please be considerate of poolside homeowners
Pools and tennis courts are for the use of homeowners and their guests. Please be prepared to prove your status if you are questioned as we attempt to remove trespassers.
All eight (8) pools and the surrounding decking are NO-SMOKING areas
Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult and are not permitted in the hot tub for health reasons
No pets allowed in pool area
Please read and be familiar with signs at the pools and tennis courts.

PHONE NUMBER: NATIONAL PROPERTY SERVICES 480-443-5566