Quail Hollow Property Owners Association
January 15, 2019
A report on 2018, and a look ahead to 2019
2018 has been a busy year!
- During the winter we had to deal with several plumbing problems.
- In April we had our 2nd annual clubhouse cleanup day. Thanks to all who participated on a cold, wet day, helping with weeding, pruning, and spreading mulch.
- Also in April we finished replacing the pool furniture cushions.
- In July, after a long delay caused by wet weather, portions of Quail Hollow Drive and Beechwood Drive were paved at a cost of $47,116.
- In late August, the silt trap was cleaned out and repaired. Other than that, the pond seems to be in good shape.
- This fall the Board adopted 2 new policies. The first specifies what kind of vehicles may be kept outside, and sets procedures for temporarily keeping a non-conforming vehicle at one’s home. The second establishes procedures for assuring clubhouse cleanup and assesses penalties if problems are not corrected in a timely fashion.
- In late summer a potentially serious problem with the clubhouse’s foundation was found and corrected.
- In September and October there were several incidents of vandalism and theft, and a couple of cars were broken into. Police patrols were increased, and after a neighborhood meeting the Board decided to monitor the situation before taking any action. No further problems have occurred.
- In the fall the Board reluctantly made the decision to increase dues from $720/yr to $780/yr. This was deemed necessary to insure that we have adequate funds to pay for paving the roads and proper maintenance of our aging facilities, without having to resort to special assessments.
- We initiated neighborhood parties this summer, and got together for food and good times at the pool opening party, the fall get-together, and Christmas.
- And let’s not forget the excitement from the night-time visits by a hungry bear!
Due to frugal management, the POA remains in good financial shape, with about $33,000 in checking and almost $106,000 in savings.
However, 2019 is shaping up to be a year of big decisions. Quite simply, the facilities are aging, and it’s beginning to be a concern:
- The clubhouse has structural problems caused by poor stormwater drainage that must be addressed this year.
- The clubhouse will also require a new heat pump and roof within a few years.
- The pool’s maintenance expenses have been increasing year by year, and the heater and filtration equipment are nearing the end of their expected lives.
- The tennis courts are in poor condition. We now know that they were inadequately built on unstable soil. Further repairs will not last more than a few years. Something must be done soon, but the options are limited, and whatever we do will be expensive.
- And the clubhouse’s plumbing is in poor condition, with extensive repairs (or possibly replacement) needed soon.
Clearly, the Board of Directors will be making important and potentially expensive decisions in 2019, but these are issues that can’t be delayed any longer. Your input and suggestions are appreciated and will be given careful consideration.
Thank you for the opportunity to serve Quail Hollow and its residents.
Jennifer Blankenship
Quail Hollow Property Owners Association 