747 East Bethany Home Road Association

Minutes for Board Meeting on November 16, 2005

Attendees: Walt Fedourich, Marie Martel, Jan Ehn, Kari Root, Patty Banser, David Cronin, Linda Knight, Ron and Elizabeth Carpio, Nancy Monaco, Michael Ricci and Paul Phillips

1. Kari Root presented the Treasurer's report. She reported that there are two owners delinquent with dues and one unit that is 3 months overdue, which is in escrow and is expected to settle up mid December.

2. The Painting of the first 10 units is completed. Painting on the middle units is expected to begin after the first of the year. So, if you plan to replace doors, or perform other repairs, plan to do it before then. Walt Fedourich will be contacting residents in the center units in the coming weeks to inspect and evaluate any structural problems, including carport ceilings and roofs. A Board committee will also make a visual walk through to report any potential problems.

The three overgrown, hazardous trees at the south end of the complex have been removed.

3. Kari Root is still working on obtaining insurance quotes for next year and will be sure that the bidders have current valuations in their contracts. Bidders will be American Family, Farmers and Allstate.

Our current Farmers Insurance agent is Steve Morrell at (602) 843-6193 or (602) 870-0440.

Remember, as homeowners, the entire inside of your unit and its contents is your responsibility to insure. You also should check your valuation coverage.

4. After the first of the year, the south fence will be replaced with a block wall and the grass replaced with desert landscaping, including plants, 4-6 new trees and drip system watering. This will save considerable money in the long run.

5.Walt Fedourich is trying to get bids on replacing water lines, which have been a constant cause of leaks during the past year.

6. A dues increase/special assessment were discussed as a possibility in the future to cover costs of painting, water line replacement and rising insurance rates. It was decided to raise these questions at the Annual Meeting in January when we will have more owners in attendance.

It was also decided to raise the question at the Annual Meeting regarding cable wiring. It is becoming more and more apparent that we need a way to eliminate visible wires on the outside of the buildings. Paul Phillips (279-5287) is our coordinator with Cox cable.

7. It was decided to continue our tradition of placing luminarias throughout the complex on Christmas eve and Christmas day. Details coming at next month's Board meeting.

8. It was requested that we repeat the safety notice from last month since your life may depend upon it—If you have a walled front patio and you lock your gate, it is urgently suggested that you install a working doorbell on the outside so that you can be quickly alerted in case of fire or other emergency.

The next scheduled Board meeting is Wednesday, December 14th at 7:00 p.m. in the pool area.

Volunteers needed to help paint curbs this weekend. If interested, give Walt a call.