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.