Cherry Hill Orchard Homeowners Association (C.H.O.H.A)

no one answers hot line.  PO box is closed - thanks president - you are on top of everything!

Dear neighbor,

Boy you have been a busy bee here. I would like to address some of your concerns:

First - the P.O. Box is open and the hot line is being checked. I share this responsibility with the Treasurer. I am not sure where you are getting your information, but it is false.

Second - Myself and many other neighbors provided a hayride on Halloween for all neighborhood children. We did this as neighbors, not board members. We did not drive over lawns or damage anyone's property as that neighbor was complaining about. We also provided refreshments and food for any trick or treaters and parents out of our own pockets. The kids had a wonderful time and it was perfectly legal.

Third - I am not sure where you are hearing about unnecessary spending. I was filling in as treasurer for about 6 weeks until we found a new one. I currently (and for quite some time) do not possess either the checkbook or the debit card, that is heald with the treasurer. The dues were raised this year $2 due to the cost of our contracts going up. I have often extended payment plans to members who needed the extra time. We are certainly willing to work with anyone in financial hardship.

Forth - I did have regularly scheduled meetings, but was stood up by most of the board members many times. Per the boards request - we only have meetings when business needs to be discussed. We held a meeting to sign the annual contract for grass and snow, and haven't been able to schedule one since. I even had to cancel the December bill party due to schedule conflicts. I am doing the bills solo this year.

I have an idea who you are, but not willing open an old wound. I would appreciate that if you have any questions to direct them to the association e mail or hot line so I could address them directly. Slandering me on our web site is not the mature way to inquire about the Association. I have not violated any by laws and you are welcome to look at the spending this year at the annual meeting. I am sure you will find everything is in order. As for the proxies you speak of at the last annual meeting, per our Association attorney, they were illegal. The entire membership was not informed and per our by laws, only the board can vote for the president. I have encouraged members to get involved and join the board, but due to past drama, no one is willing. We have a nice, peaceful, friendly board now that is running great and we are getting a lot acomplished.

Carey Christian