10% Annual Assessment Increase Approved for 2015

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By unanimous consent of the Board, a ten percent (10%) increase in the Annual Assessment was approved during the December 2, 2014 Regular Meeting of the Board.  This is an increase of $29 bringing next years annual dues up from $290 to $319.  While the Association runs on a fiscal calendar from October through September and while homeowners are billed for the Annual Assessment in June, the Assessment actually begins on January 1, which is the Board is required to vote in December. Article 4.3(b) grants the Board the sole and exclusive authority to increase the annual assessment each year by as

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Board Adopts New Fine & Enforcement Policy

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By unanimous consent, the Board adopted the first Fine and Enforcement Policy.  This policy establishes the guidelines for the Board when enforcing the CC&Rs against homeowners who are out of compliance as well as the rights granted to homeowners under the law. Article 7.15(a) of the CC&Rs establishes that fines assessed may not exceed the then in effect annual assessment, per violation.  For homeowners, this means that beginning January 1, 2015, the maximum that any homeowner may be fined is $319 per violation, which is equal to the 2015 annual assessment.  This does little to motive those who wish to disregard the

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The History Behind Our Neighborhood Park

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Many enjoy its benefits, but few know the history behind our neighborhood park, which is the only park in the city of McLendon-Chisholm!. Prompted by neighbor Casey Berley, longtime resident Brett Packer attended the November 5th Board meeting to provide some background about our park named in honor of his older brother, Clint.  He has also provided the following August 11, 2006, Dallas Morning News article entitled, “Park groundbreaking for town; McLendon-Chisholm: It’s community’s first, and couple’s tribute to son.” Following is the complete article: Beverly Stibbens thought an odd-shaped lot in her McLendon-Chisholm neighborhood would be hard to sell, so why not make it a park?

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Harvard Bus. Prof.: Faith’s Influence in Respect for the Law

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  YES, this applies to our Quail Creek HOA! Dr. Clayton Christensen highlights (in this short (1:39) video) the catalytic impact of religion in America to provide order.  He argues that as Americans abandon their faith, so too is the rule of law. As in society today, most in our neighborhood abide by the “Covenants” voluntarily, not for fear of a Board that may enforce, but because their faith drives them to live in ways that demonstrates love & respect to neighbors. Quail Creek’s system of governance by a Board comprised of neighbors, elected by neighbors, is established on the expectations that homeowners desire to live within the

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New City Hall

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By a 4 to 1 margin, the City Council of McLendon Chisholm voted to approve the purchase of a municipal bond in the amount of $1.5 million to fund construction of a new City Hall.  Council-member Gary Lovell objected because he believes that the people should be allowed to vote on the measure, since it puts the city in debt for the first time and will result in a 6% increase in annual property taxes, which will become effective in 2016. The completion date for the new facility is for late 2015.  The new city hall will also have meeting space

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Board Meetings Set for 1st Tuesdays of the Month

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By unanimous consent, the Board established a regular meeting date for the 1st Tuesday of the Month at 6PM.  These Regular Board Meetings will take place at the Steinhagen’s home located at 304 Pheasant Hill Drive.  Notice to members will continue via email to members and a sign located at the entrance of the neighborhood at least 72 hours before the start of the meeting, as required by law.  This regular schedule makes it easier for the Directors to plan their calendar, as well as members who wish to be attend or be added to the agenda to address the

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Driving Responsibly: A Resolution & Appeal

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By unanimous consent, the Members of the Quail Creek Homeowners’ Association, on October 21, 2014 during the Annual Meeting plead for all members to consider the following resolution for the protection of our community. A RESOLUTION FOR RESPONSIBLE USE OF A MOTOR VEHICLE INSIDE OF THE QUAIL CREEK SUBDIVISION Whereas, Quail Creek is a family oriented rural neighborhood, which requires a “commuter lifestyle” for most; Whereas, many Quail Creek families drive multiple vehicles in and out of the neighborhood several times each day; Whereas, people of all ages walk &/or run as well as ride their bikes in and around the

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What is a Covenant?

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A “covenant” is an agreement or promise by one to another.  Originally derived from the Bible, it is one of the oldest historical terms of legal validity known to exist whereupon it reflects a one-sided promise that is irrespective of what others may do.  The CC&Rs, technically, Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, & Restrictions, is a homeowner’s promise to live by certain standards for the benefit of the neighborhood. Some have argued over the seeming unfairness that some were granted the right, through a variance, to violate certain restrictions and because of that have stipulated that they too are rightfully deserving of a variance

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Notable Changes to Texas Property Code

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The 2011 Texas Legislature enacted major changes to the Texas Property Code, especially as it relates to HOA’s.  These changes, most of which went into effect on January 1, 2012, have had a dramatic impact on Quail Creek and the manner in which we are governed.   These changes have been highlighted in the attached document.

Over-Regulating Rule Violations?

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By HOAleader.com……………………. Do your HOA’s board members patrol the grounds with a cautcha-breakin’-the-rules mentality? One Michigan HOA resident thinks hers do. She recently revealed that her HOA’s board members routinely cruise the grounds in golf carts noting minor breaches of the HOA’s rules. In her case, she was sent a note that the dog waste bag she’d set outside her garage (until she could remember to access the garage–and thus her garbage bin–through her unit) needed to be removed. Sure, she was probably breaking a rule for a few hours. But was it really necessary to send her a note?

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