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SIGN POLICY ENFORCEMENT

7/15/2021

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At our Open Board Meeting on May 26, 2021, we discussed complaints received concerning both political and non-political yard signs. The discussion largely centered around the feeling of community that celebratory signs elicit versus tension that may arise from political signs. After deliberation with homeowners in attendance, the Board determined we would allow celebration signs (graduation, new baby, birthday, etc) as long as they were removed within one week after the event, but continue to prohibit political signs. The Board communicated this decision via the meeting minutes that were emailed to all homeowners, and posted the minutes on our website. 

Unfortunately, this “gentlemen’s agreement” was not followed by all and we continue to receive complaints from homeowners about signs. Therefore, the Board will return to enforcing the strict wording of Section 2.16 of the Declaration of Restrictions and Covenants for The Orchards at River Bluff which reads:

“No sign of any kind shall be placed or displayed to the public view on any lot, except one sign of not more than six square feet advertising the residence for sale.”

We kindly ask all neighbors to remove all signs of any kind in your yard, garden or in public view within seven (7) days of this notice.  This includes, but is not limited to, yard and garden signs and flags, celebration signs, collegiate signs, business advertising, and political signs and flags.  

As volunteer members of the Board of Directors of our private Homeowners Association, we are required to enforce the Declaration to help maintain property values and community harmony. A copy of the Declaration is available HERE. Please contact the HOA Board of Directors with questions or concerns HERE.

Thank you for cooperating with us on this matter.

Your neighbors and HOA Board,

Susan, Liz, and Jessica
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Meeting Minutes from 5/26/2021

6/2/2021

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Board of Directors Meeting Minutes from May 26, 2021 - Online Meeting delayed to 7:15 p.m.
Call to order: Susan Waldman, President, called the Board meeting to order at 7:15 pm.
Roll call: Board members present: Susan Waldman, Jessica Praeger, Liz DePeaux
Others present: Moya, Paar, Kneiser, Pierce, Madsen, Needles
Financial report from Liz: Discussed financials as posted on website.
Board Activities
  1. Pond Update: Treatment of pond begins shortly. Need to extend rip-rap ($6000) due to erosion from animals. 6/12-6/13 & 7/24 are no go dates for work on the pond.
  2. Tree Removal: Looking into details on responsibility for tree removal from residents' yard within private landscape easement. City has been consulted and we are waiting for a response.
  3. Maintenance: New lawn care service Quadscapes, saving enough money to cover new bushes in entryway gardens.
  4. Rummage Sale: 3 families interested, will email them with contact info and share any final details they offer with the rest of neighbors.
  5. Block Party: Moving ahead with a happy hour like last year. Will get dates out for vote soon.
Management Report - Reminders and response to complaints
  1. Dogs: Please be considerate of neighbors, let barking dogs inside especially in early or late hours.
  2. Street Lights: Please replace burnt out bulbs in driveway light for safety and consistency.
  3. Garbage: Please remove spilled garbage from the street and yards.
  4. Signs: We will continue with our policy of no political signs. Please remove any celebration signs one week after celebration.
New business - Homeowner Open Forum - None
Annual Meeting Scheduled - Wednesday, October 20th for dues vote
Approved: Jessica Praeger & Liz Depeaux
Date: 05/30/3021
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2020 Fall Edition

10/28/2020

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Welcome to The Scoop, The Orchards at River Bluff Newsletter! We will be using this website, email, and our Facebook group to share information regarding news, meetings, events, and any other information.  When a new edition is posted here you will receive an email notification and the Facebook group will be updated. You can view all meeting minutes here.

What's New in the Neighborhood?

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We have had two meetings since our last newsletter, so here are some gentle reminders from our neighbors that came up during open forums.

It is the homeowner's responsibility to pick up garbage in these scenarios:
  • Trash/glass does not make it into the garbage truck but lands on street.
  • Garbage put out night before and animals or birds dig and make a mess. 
  • On windy or stormy days garbage is blowing into neighbors yards.
 
Please replace light bulbs in non-working outdoor lamp posts. It gets dark out so early and it would help keep everyone safe!

Are you receiving our emails? Please update your contact email HERE to receive information on meetings, newsletters, and events.

Welcome Committee commences in 2021! 

Pond Maintenance Done This Fall

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Rip rap was placed around eroding edges per recommendations from the City. The output pipe was reconnected. Weed treatments begin in the spring. Yard repairs to pond access areas will begin in spring.

2021 Dues are Set at $175!

At our online annual meeting on October 21st HOA President, Susan Waldman, made a recommendation to set the 2021 dues at $175.00 per household to offset annual costs as seen on our Financial page. Dues can be paid on our website home page before March 31, 2021. You can also mail a check to The Orchards at River Bluff Homeowners Association, PO Box 481, Oconomowoc WI 53066. ​Here are the results: 
Yea
Nay
No Vote
10
37
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 Next Meeting & Meeting Minutes

Our next meeting is set for May 26, 2021. You can see all previous meeting minutes here on our newsletter page, just click Meeting Minutes along the right hand side! ​As always, please feel free to contact the HOA Board via the website or comment below!
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Meeting Minutes from 10/21/20

10/21/2020

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8/12/2020

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2020 Spring Edition

5/7/2020

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Welcome to The Scoop, The Orchards at River Bluff Newsletter! The new HOA Board of Directors mailed an introduction letter to every member's home address in April. Moving forward we will be using this website, email, and our Facebook group to share information regarding news, meetings, events, and any other information.  When a new edition is posted here you will receive an email notification and the Facebook group will be updated.

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