Hi!  Of this reply specifically, I did get confirmation that Clagett is not represted on the board. This was one of many things that I 'heard incorrectly' from the meeting. I dont think I am the only one. The board consists of 2 reps from Richmond, 1 from Morlyn LLC and 2 residents. I am so sorry for the incorrect information.

Hi there! The marks on the sidewalks were made by the county. They are the parts of the sidewalk that need to be repaired prior to the county releasing the bond. I do not know when Morlyn LLC will get around to addressing these issues, but when/if I find out, I will pass it on. Unfortunately, it may be a case where they are just there without any notice to the homeowners, like the trees.

Speaking of the trees, if there are any concerns as to the placement and future damage to sidewalks or driveways, they can be moved within 20' of the sidewalk easement WITH ARC/HOA approval.

Have a great day!

Hello Leigh and thanks for being on the board! Tolaya Horne here. My husband and I were unable to attend the last meeting when elections were held, but we are very interested in what's going on with the development and can help if needed. Will the minutes for these meetings be distributed to the community? Will we start receiving newletters again?

We are concerned about the number of souped up "racing vehicles" we've seen and heard in the neighborhood and was wondering if more signage with reduced speed limits might help??? Also, we were glad to see the trees planted and driveways resealed.

In addition, we noticed a difference in our HOA fees for the month of July. Is this due to increase in fuel costs for trash, etc or are tot lots and or other community improvements in the works? Would LOVE to see a community pool! Finally, are the restrictions on rental of properties being enforced? I know the economy is rough, but I don't think a neighborhood full of unsupervised college kids or badly neglected and overgrown properties will help to sell in this market either.

Thanks again for your help!

Hi neighbors! Sorry for the delay, but let me try to answer as many questions as possible.

First, a clarification about the marks on the road and sidewalks. The sidewalk is the responsibility of Richmond American (RA) and the marks represent what they need to fix to meet their contractual obligation). The marks on the road are from the county and are about VDOT taking over the roads in some unknown point in the future.

Once VDOT takes over the roads, they will be responsible for street signs and speed limit signs. We would need to address speed bumps and other items with them as well, when we know the roads have been turned over to them.

I do not know of any increase in HOA fees. You should contact Clagett Management if you have any questions about this. The only change is that for 2008 the HOA absorbed the trash fees, which resulted in an overall decrease in what was paid for in this budget year.

There really are no restrictions on rental properties within the community guidelines. There is a Frederick County ordinance, which is new, that deals with homes with unrelated individuals. I am not familiar with it, to the point where I can definitively give you this information, but I know you can reasearch it, as well as other members of the community know all about it!

There are currently no plans for any community pool or play ground. What I can tell you is that a community pool is cost prohibitive right now. With the cost of installation and insurance, I do not think all the homeowners would appreciate the significant (and I mean significant) increase in HOA fees this would require, even though it would be nice to have.

I am actually working on a summer newsletter (you should have received a winter/spring one) but this is unfortunately delayed because of information we want to relay to the community. I will also look into positing the meeting minutes from the annual meeting; unfortunately I do not have a soft copy.

I hope everyone knows how hard Shane and I are working with the board to get some of these issues resolved.

Please, do not hesitate to contact me if you have any additional questions or issues.

Thanks for all the great feedback!

leigh