Minutes from General Meeting of White Oak Estates HOA July 10, 2018

The Spring 2018 Homeowners Association General Meeting of White Oak Estates was brought to order at 7:20 PM Tuesday July 10, 2018 at the Pizza Factory in Colfax CA by President Mike Nelson.

An updated Homeowners List was distributed and verified. Introductions were made of all homeowners present to acquaint new members of the association with those present.

The Minutes of the Spring 2017 General Meeting were read and discussed. Art Huber will pursue further the possibility of building a planter box near the mailboxes for the planting of low-maintenance bulbs etc. A motion was presented, seconded and passed that the Minutes of the Spring 2017 General Meeting be accepted.

The Financial Report was presented by Mel Huber. There is a current balance of $44,868.72 in the account. There are currently two homeowners in the rear. The accountant will be asked to send demand letters to both homeowners, to be followed by placement of leans if necessary. A motion was presented, seconded and passed that the Financial Report be accepted.

The Road Maintenance Committee Report was presented by Art Huber. Art will obtain bids from Tritan, Hanson and Simpson to Chip and Seal the two cross streets and the remainder of White Oak from the Van Pelt curve to the top of the court. Georgann Chiozza volunteered to call all association members when the work is scheduled, providing members with the opportunity to request from the contractor driveway work to be completed at the same time.

Due to the planned move of the Hammers, Election of Secretary was held. The motion to elect Georgann Chiozza as Secretary was made, seconded and passed. Al Stutrud will help Georgann with the website.

During Open Forum the following were discussed:

* Thanks was given to Dick Merrill for trimming of the tree line along the road.

* The car left at the mailboxes was tagged by the Sheriff's office and has since been removed.

* Open shooting can occur on your own property, but cannot cross property lines.

* The Zendners reminded all association members that in the event of a fire or other emergency an alternate exit from White Oak can be made across their lot (1666) past the basketball pole and out to Pineview.

A motion was presented, seconded and passed to close the meeting at 8:00 PM

Rose Maree Hammer, Association Secretary

Minutes from General Meeting of White Oak Estates HOA May 25, 2017

The Spring 2017 Homeowners Association General Meeting of White Oak Estates was brought to order at 7:15 PM Thursday May 25, 2017 by President Mike Nelson.

An updated Homeowners List was distributed for verification.

The Minutes of the Spring 2016 General Meeting were read and discussed:
* Dick Osgood will again post a current CDF document on the bulletin board during the fire season.
* Art Huber will again pursue the possibility of building a planter box near the mailboxes for the planting of low-maintenance bulbs etc.
* Suggestions were made as to placing contact information such as address or phone number in the Mail Boxes for notification when keys are left.
A motion was presented, seconded and passed that the Minutes of the Spring 2016 General Meeting be accepted.

The Financial Report was presented. As of April 30 there is a balance of $52,399.03 in the account. There are currently no homeowners in the rear. A motion was presented, seconded and passed that the Financial Report be accepted.

The Road Maintenance Committee Report was presented by Mike Nelson:
* Within the next few weeks, Tritan will chip and seal the roads between Highway 174 and the Van Pelt turn for approximately $16,000.

Election of Officers was held. The following were nominated, seconded and elected:
Mike Nelson – President
William Rose – Vice President
Melanie Huber – Treasurer
Rose Maree Hammer – Secretary

Special Guest Brent Geeve was called away by Placer County to assist with a mosquito outbreak and was unable to attend. His contact information (Auburn Rattlesnake Removal 916-778-7814) was provided to those present and his business cards will be posted on the bulletin board.

During Open Forum the following were discussed:
* The mirror that was purchased to be placed at the intersection of White Oak and Highway 174 did not work as planned. Suggestions were made as to how to sell it.
* A request to have access to use White Oak Drive by a non-association member was discussed and declined.
* Due to concerns over use of the association roads by non-association members or guests (particularly at night) prompted a discussion of the positive and negative impact of making White Oak Estates a gated community. The possibility of requesting that the Sheriff's Office patrol more often or having a more active Neighborhood Watch program were also discussed.

A motion was presented, seconded and passed to close the meeting at 8:05 PM

Rose Maree Hammer, Association Secretary

Minutes from General Meeting of White Oak Estates HOA June 07, 2016

The Spring 2016 Homeowners Association General Meeting of White Oak Estates was brought to order at 7:10 PM Tuesday June 07, 2016 by President Mike Nelson.

An updated Homeowners List was distributed for verification.

On behalf of the association, Mike Nelson expressed appreciation to those neighbors who had sprayed for weeds by the mailboxes and who had done trimming along the road.

The Minutes of the Fall 2015 General Meeting were read. A motion was presented, seconded and passed that the Minutes of the Fall 2015 General Meeting be accepted.

The Financial Report was presented. There is a balance of $46,266.63 in the account. There are currently two homeowners in the rear. A motion was presented, seconded and passed that the Financial Report be accepted.

The Road Maintenance Committee Report was presented by Mike Nelson:
* The ditches are clean and worked well during the past rains.
* A motion was presented, seconded and passed authorizing up to $18,000 for Dennis Morain to arrange for chip and seal road repair.
* Dick Osgood will laminate a current CDF document for display on the bulletin board during the fire season.
* Art and Mel Huber, Dick Osgood and Maxine Barnett, and Georgann Chiozza will research the possibility of building a planter box near the mailboxes for the planting of low-maintenance bulbs etc.

During Open Forum the following were discussed:
* Suggestions to make contact information available at the mail boxes
* Internet providers
* Invasive plants

A motion was presented, seconded and passed to close the meeting at 7:45 PM

Rose Maree Hammer, Association Secretary

Minutes from General Meeting of White Oak Estates HOA December 1, 2015

The Fall 2015 Homeowners Association General Meeting of White Oak Estates was brought to order at 7:05 PM Tuesday December 1, 2015 by President Mike Nelson.

An updated Homeowners List was distributed for verification.

The Minutes of the Spring 2015 General Meeting were read. A motion was presented, seconded and passed that the Minutes of the Spring 2015 General Meeting be accepted.

The Financial Report was presented. There is a balance of $42,439.61 in the account. There are currently three homeowners in the rear totaling $125 each. It was requested that a third notice be sent to these homeowners. A motion was presented, seconded and passed that the Financial Report be accepted.

Mike Nelson provided the Road Maintenance Committee Report:
* The roads are in good shape. The ditches are clean. Chip and Seal will be done later.
* Mike has spoken with Titan, who purchased Todd's equipment and has made 3-4 phone calls for Snow Removal bids from other businesses, with no responses. A motion was presented, seconded and passed that Mike approach Dennis Morain for emergency Snow Clearing.

Emergency Plan Discussion included explanation of how to exit through the Zendner lot if White Oak Drive to Highway 174 is not accessible, suggestions to prepare a list of what to take in an emergency and to have on hand a three days supply of essentials. Community Emergency Contact information has also been added to the Homeowners List.

During Open Forum the following were discussed:

* The proposed reservoir
* New owners of Mrs Henry's lot
* Suggestions to make contact information available at the mail boxes

A motion was presented, seconded and passed to close the meeting at 7:40 PM

Rose Maree Hammer, Association Secretary

Minutes from General Meeting of White Oak Estates HOA June 9, 2015

The Spring 2015 Homeowners Association General Meeting of White Oak Estates was brought to order at 7:10 PM Tuesday June 9, 2015 by President Mike Nelson.

An updated Homeowners List was distributed for verification.

The Minutes of the Fall 2014 General Meeting were read. A motion was presented, seconded and passed that the Minutes of the Fall 2014 General Meeting be accepted.

The Financial Report was presented. There is a balance of $39,900.78 in the account. There are currently three homeowners in the rear totaling $375. It was confirmed that a second notice be sent to these homeowners. A motion was presented, seconded and passed that the Financial Report be accepted.

Mike Nelson reported on his negotiations with Right Stripping company to re-paint the speed bumps, speed limit warnings and stopping lines. Several homeowners expressed the opinion that the re-painting was well done.

Election for Board Offices of Treasurer and Secretary were held. Mel Huber was re-elected as Association Treasurer. Rose Maree Hammer was re-elected as Association Secretary.

During Open Forum the following were discussed:

Not all of the trees that were marked by PG&E have been removed yet. Not all of the homeowners have been happy with the work that was done. This project generated a lot of wood for some homeowners.

Concerns over vacant or partially painted homes were discussed.

A motion was presented, seconded and passed to close the meeting at 7:30 PM

Rose Maree Hammer, Association Secretary

Minutes from General Meeting of White Oak Estates HOA November 24, 2014

The Fall 2014 Homeowners Association General Meeting of White Oak Estates was brought to order at 7:10 PM Monday November 24, 2014 by President Mike Nelson.

An updated Homeowners List was distributed for verification.

The Minutes of the Spring 2014 General Meeting were read and corrected. A motion was presented, seconded and passed that the Minutes of the Spring 2014 General Meeting be accepted.

The Financial Report was presented. There is a balance of $37,461.85 in the account. There are currently two homeowners in the rear totaling $250. A motion was presented, seconded and passed that the Financial Report be accepted.

The use of a local stripping company was discussed as an economic solution to the re-painting of speed bumps, speed limit warnings and stopping lines.

Fire Safety tips were discussed including home and property care, recording of valuables and alternative emergency outlets such as access to Pineview through lot 14.

Election for Board Offices of President and Vice President were held. Mike Nelson was re-elected as Association President. Steve Curtis was re-elected as Association Vice-President.

Reminders were made to restrain your animals and to call Animal Control if you experience a problem with an aggressive animal.

During Open Forum the following were discussed:

Roger and Mike will make repairs to the Newspaper Boxes. Trouble with the paper carriers was discussed.

Tree-removal over the next 4-6 weeks by PG&E for protection of the power lines was discussed.

A motion was presented, seconded and passed to close the meeting at 7:50 PM

Rose Maree Hammer, Association Secretary

Minutes from General Meeting of White Oak Estates HOA June 9, 2014

The Spring 2014 Homeowners Association General Meeting of White Oak Estates was brought to order at 7:10 PM Monday June 9, 2014 by President Mike Nelson.

An updated Homeowners List was distributed for verification.

The Minutes of the Fall 2013 General Meeting were read. A motion was presented, seconded and passed that the Minutes of the Fall 2013 General Meeting be accepted.

The Financial Report was presented. There is a balance of $34, 388.74 in the account. There are currently no homeowners in the rear. The filing of liens was not required. A motion was presented, seconded and passed that the Minutes of the Financial Report be accepted.

The Road Maintenance Committee Report included the following:
* Two bids ($600 and $900) have been received for the Re-Painting of speed bumps, speed limit warnings and stopping lines. $600 had previously been approved by the association for this project. It was determined that Dick Osgood would assist in organizing a work crew of neighborhood volunteers to complete this project.
* Roger Aaronson will donate tin edging for the roof of the newspaper stand.

Reminders were made to:
* Drive/Walk/Play safely along roadways. Watch for deer, mountain lions, bears etc when driving; Carry a flashlight if walking at night etc; and Watch for cars when at play.
* Keep dogs on leash when not on private property.
* Clear your property along the roadways.
* Watch for Rattlesnakes (come onto the warm pavement in the evening)

During Open Forum the following were discussed:

* Steve Curtis reported the prohibitive cost of bringing internet access through Wave Band into our area (Set-up costs would be $50,000 to bring the cable to our area +$2,000 per property. The contract would be with the association, not individual homeowners and require a minimum of 25 homeowners to participate. Usage costs would be similar to current services.)

* Septic maintenance and the possibility of a well going dry during drought time were discussed.

A motion was presented, seconded and passed to close the meeting at 8:00 PM

Rose Maree Hammer
Association Secretary

Minutes from General Meeting of White Oak Estates HOA October 28, 2013

The Fall 2013 Homeowners Association General Meeting of White Oak Estates was brought to order at 7:10 PM Monday October 28, 2013 by President Mike Nelson.

Thanks was given to Art Huber, the Greenwoods and others for clearing work along roadways. An updated Homeowners List was distributed for verification.

The Minutes of the Spring 2013 General Meeting were read. A motion was presented, seconded and passed that the Minutes of the Spring 2013 General Meeting be accepted.

The Financial Report was presented. There is a balance of $30, 428.48. Five homeowners are in the rear. The association CPA will be asked to confirm that notifications have been sent to the three of the five homeowners farthest behind. A lien will be filed on the one owing the largest amount.

The Road Maintenance Committee Report included the following:
* Road crack repair work was completed by Livingston. The cost was $7,675.00.
* Re-Painting of speed bumps, speed limit warnings and stopping lines has not yet been completed. (Work Crew volunteers: Dennis Morain, Jonah Davison, Dan Zendner, Roger Aaronson, Steve Curtis and Mike Nelson)

The Snow Removal Policy was reviewed:
* The Association President and Board have the discretion as to when to call for snow removal. [Todd (530-637-5542) at the rate of $92/hour with an estimate of 5 hours to clear all roads in the development will be utilized. Todd will plow Shady Glen and then come to White Oak Estates.]
* The following two guidelines will be followed: 1) Pay close attention to the weather 2) Consider if association members can safely get out or come in using the entrance to the development at the hill on White Oak Drive and Highway 174.

Reminders were made to Drive/Walk safely along roadways. Watch for deer, mountain lions, bears etc when driving. Carry a flashlight if walking at night etc.

During Open Forum the following were discussed:
* 3 Homes are for sale in our neighborhood
* The bag nailed to the tree at the entrance of 174 to White Oak contained an empty box
* The Bulletin Board installed by the bank of mail boxes has received good use
* Attempts to arrange for the use of one propane company for the entire development have never been successful
* Various suggestions (such as owning your own tank or installing a larger tank) were made for saving on the cost of propane
* The problem of debris coming off the hill by the Wilhelm property was mentioned
* Internet access through Wave Band was discussed. It was suggested that a list be provided to Wave Band of those in the development who would be interested in using the service if it were brought into the neighborhood. Steve will collect information about the service and forward that to Rose Maree for distribution through email to all association members.

A motion was presented, seconded and passed to close the meeting at 8:00 PM

Rose Maree Hammer
Association Secretary

Minutes from General Meeting of White Oak Estates HOA June 17, 2013

The Spring 2013 Homeowners Association General Meeting of White Oak Estates was brought to order at 7:10 PM Monday June 17, 2013 by President Mike Nelson.

An updated Homeowners List was distributed for verification.

The Minutes of the Fall 2012 General Meeting were read. A motion was presented, seconded and passed that the Minutes of the Fall 2012 General Meeting be accepted.

The Financial Report was read. There is a balance of $35,178.48. Three lots are in the rear on dues. The association CPA will be asked to send a CA Civil Code Section 845 letter to the homeowner of the lot furthest behind. A motion was presented, seconded and passed that the Financial Report be accepted.

The Road Maintenance Committee reported on the following:

* Three road crack repair bids were presented and explained. A motion was presented, seconded and passed that the Livingston bid be accepted. $8,000 had previously been approved for this project. This project will take 1-2 days once begun.

* A motion was presented, seconded and passed that $600 be available for the re-painting of speed bumps, speed limit warnings and stopping lines. Dennis Morain, Jonah Davison, Dan Zendner, Roger Aaronson and Steve Curtis offered to assist with this project. It was also suggested that the limit lines be moved closer to the intersection.

Two-year Election for positions of Secretary and Treasurer were held. Rose Maree Hammer was re-elected as Association Secretary, and Mel Huber was re-elected as Association Treasurer.

A motion was presented, seconded and passed that the following be accepted as the White Oak Estates Public Bulletin Board policy. This policy will be posted on the White Oak Estates website (http://whiteoakestateshoa.blogspot.com).

* The intent of the White Oak Estates Public Bulletin Board is to provide a location to post information about Neighborhood and/or Local Events of Public Interest to White Oak Estate Homeowners. Items posted are to be removed within two weeks by those who posted them and may also be removed at any time by the Association Board if it is determined that the item posted is not of Neighborhood and/or Local Public Interest to White Oak Estate Homeowners.

A reminder was made to clear property along driveways and roadways. Association President Mike Nelson will provide the phone number for the Placer County Chipper Program to those who are interested.

During Open Forum the following were discussed:

* Seeds come in on tires from invasive plants such as Star Thistle and Scotch Broom. Various methods of removal were discussed.

* Dennis will talk with Al about clearing his culverts.

A motion was presented, seconded and passed to close the meeting at 8 PM.

Rose Maree Hammer
Association Secretary

Minutes from General Meeting of White Oak Estates HOA November 5, 2012

The Fall 2012 Home Owners Association General Meeting of White Oak Estates was brought to order at 7:00 PM Monday November 5, 2012 by President Mike Nelson.

Copies of the Reformatted CC&R document as approved and amended at the Spring 2011, Fall 2011 and Spring 2012 General Meetings and filed with the county was distributed. This document replaces ALL prior CC&R/Road Maintenance Agreement documents:

* Copies will be mailed to all association members not present at this meeting

* The CC&R document is also be posted on the association website (http://www.whiteoakestateshoa.blogspot.com/)

An updated Homeowners List (Phone numbers/email addresses/lot numbers etc) was distributed for verification.

The Minutes of the Spring 2012 General Meeting (as posted on http://www.whiteoakestateshoa.blogspot.com) were read by Association Secretary Rose Maree Hammer. A motion was presented, seconded and passed that the Minutes of the Spring 2012 General Meeting be accepted.

The Financial Report was presented by Association President Mike Nelson as prepared by Association Treasurer Mel Huber who was unable to be present at the meeting:

* There is $32,441.92 in the account.

* Four association members are currently in the rear, totaling $375. The Board President and Treasurer will look into placing a lien on the property owing the $250 past dues.

* Mel has obtained rates from Sandra DeLong, a local CPA in Colfax. Because of the complexity of changing CPA's and the fact that our current CPA Dwyer & Company has become less difficult to get a hold of Mel's recommendation is to stay with Dwyer & Company for now.

* A motion was presented, seconded and passed that the Financial Report be accepted.

The Road Maintenance Committee reported on the following:

* The need for installation of posts at the Fire Access Easement on White Oak Drive no longer exists. This project will not be done at this time.

* It has been difficult to obtain bids for the repair of cracks in the road. This project will be held until Spring.

* Thank you to Art Huber and Mike and Maria Nelson for trimming back of trees that overhung the road

* Dick Osgood and Mike Nelson will help clear back the debris in the culverts and along the road by the Morain property to facilitate the flow of rain water. Dennis Morain had knee replacement surgery in September.

Two-year Election for positions of President and Vice President was held.

*A motion was made, seconded and passed to re-elect Mike Nelson as Association President for another two year term of office.

* A Motion was made, seconded and passed to elect Steve Curtis as new Association Vice President to replace Maxine Barnett who is stepping down.

Installation of a Public Bulletin Board near the bank of mail boxes was approved. Mike Nelson and Dick Osgood took the assignment to build and install the Bulletin Board for neighborhood use.

A Neighborhood Holiday Pot Luck was scheduled as an Open House to begin at 5 pm on Friday December 14 at the home of Maxine Barnett and Dick Osgood. The Association will provide lasagna. Additional details will be determined and invitations sent to all neighbors.

A reminder was made to clear property along driveways and roadway and be aware of the County Chipper program ($40/hour rate).

The following topic was discussed during the Open Forum:

*Concern was expressed over animals getting into garbage cans. No action was taken.

A Motion was presented, seconded and passed to close the meeting at 8 pm.

Minutes from General Meeting of White Oak Estates HOA May 21, 2012

The Spring 2012 Home Owners Association General Meeting of White Oak Estates was brought to order at 7:15 PM Monday May 21, 2012 1 by President Mike Nelson.

An updated Homeowners List (Phone numbers/email addresses/lot numbers etc) was distributed for verification.

The Minutes of the Fall 2011 General Meeting (as posted on http://www.whiteoakestateshoa.blogspot.com) were read by Association Secretary Rose Maree Hammer. A motion was presented, seconded and passed that the Minutes of the Fall 2011 General Meeting be accepted.

The Financial Report was presented by Association Treasurer Mel Huber:

* There is $29,051.54 in the account.

* Five association members are currently in the rear, four owing $125, and one owing $250. The Board will look into the possibility of placing a lien on the property owing the $250 past dues.

* Our current CPA Dwyer & Company has become difficult to get a hold of. The board will research the possibility of switching to Sandra DeLong, a local CPA in Colfax.

A motion was presented, seconded and passed that the Financial Report be accepted.

The Road Maintenance Committee reported on the following:

* Installation of the “No Access-Dead End Road” sign

* Posts instead of a low bar will be installed to prevent motor cycle traffic through the 50' Fire Access Easement at the end of White Oak Drive.

* Based upon the Livingston bid received last summer, it was moved, seconded and approved not to exceed $8,000 to repair cracks in the road this summer once the necessary bids were received.

* Suggestions on how to encourage drivers to stay to the right of the road at the blind turns (Van Pelt Corner etc) on White Oak were discussed. No action was taken.

A report was made by Association President Mike Nelson that the Post Master in Colfax did not approve of our attempt to purchase a PO Box for the Association in the bank of mail boxes in White Oak Estates. The new Association PO Box address in town is PO Box 1332 Colfax, CA 95713

A reminder was made to clear property along driveways and roadway.

A reminder was made to not let your dogs/animals run loose. Roger Aaronson has spoken to the owner of the peacocks that wander through. She has about 40 peacocks and is aware of the problem. She is feeding them more to attempt to keep them closer to home.

Mike Nelson reported on seeing an 18” rattle snake and reminded all to be cautious.

Variations of the animal restriction language from Section 6 of the expired CC&R document # 5583 were distributed and discussed. A motion was presented, seconded and passed that the following language be added to the current CC&R document as (e) to Paragraph 15:

* (e) No animals may be kept, bred or raised for commercial purposes or in unreasonable numbers (“unreasonable numbers” to be determined by the association board on an individual basis if a dispute arises).

Copies of the Reformatted CC&R document as approved and amended at the Spring and Fall 2011 General Meetings and the Spring 2012 General Meeting will be mailed to all association members after it is filed at the county. This document replaces ALL prior CC&R/Road Maintenance Agreement documents.

The following topics were discussed during the Open Forum:

* Concern was expressed about trees that overhang the road causing those that drive motorhomes to drive in the middle of the road. The road maintenance committee took the assignment to trim back the trees that are over the road.

* A motion was presented, seconded and passed that Dick Osgood be added to the road maintenance committee.

* The suggestion was made that the CC&R document be posted on the association website (http://www.whiteoakestateshoa.blogspot.com/).

A Motion was presented, seconded and passed to close the meeting at 8 pm.

Rose Maree Hammer
Association Secretary

Minutes from General Meeting of White Oak Estates HOA November 7, 2011

The Fall Home Owners Association General Meeting of White Oak Estates was brought to order at 7:00 PM November 7, 2011 by President Mike Nelson.

Copies of the Reformatted/Amended CC&R document as approved at the Spring General Meeting and filed with the county were distributed. (NOTE: Because it was voted upon at this meeting to add back into the Reformatted/Amended CC&R document the nuisance abatement language in section 8 of the the expired version of the CC&R document signed August 14, 1989 and filed with the county as document # 5583, it was determined to wait to distribute the current Reformatted/Amended CC&R document to all association members until this language is added back in and the document is again filed with the county.)

Homeowners List (Phone numbers/email addresses/lot numbers etc) was distributed for verification.

The Minutes of the Spring 2011 General Meeting (as posted on http://www.whiteoakestateshoa.blogspot.com) were read by Association Secretary Rose Maree Hammer. A motion was presented, seconded and passed that the Minutes of the Spring 2011 General Meeting be accepted.

The Financial Report was presented by Association Treasurer Mel Huber. There is $25,923.76 in the account. Three association members are currently in the rear, two owing $125, and one owing $304. The CPA has sent out second-notice letters with no response. A motion was presented, seconded and passed that the Financial Report be accepted.

The Livingston bid taken for repair work on cracks in the roads is $6,000. Other companies contacted for bids have not yet responded. It was determined to wait until Spring before beginning any road work.

The Todd (530-637-5542) bid for snow removal is $92/hour with an estimate of 5 hours to clear all roads in the development with the association determining if and when. A motion was presented, seconded and passed to utilize Todd for snow removal. Another motion was presented, seconded and passed to give the Association President and the Board discretion as to when to call for snow removal. The following two guidelines were suggested: 1) Pay close attention to the weather 2) Consider whether association members can safely get out or come in using the entrance to the development at the hill on White Oak Drive and Highway 174.

The “No Access-Dead End Road” sign was ordered and arrived with the wrong mounting brackets. Correct brackets are being obtained.

The Road Committee clean up and use of the County Chipper Program was reported on.

There is a 50' Fire Access Easement at the end of White Oak Drive. It was recommended that a low bar be installed to prevent motor cycle traffic.

A report was given by Association President Mike Nelson on the possibility of adding a nuisance abatement amendment to the Reformatted/Amended C&Rs. Discussion was held considering various CC&R wording/practices on this subject. It was determined that the nuisance abatement language in section 8 of the expired version of the CC&R document signed August 14, 1989 and filed with the county as document # 5583 was adequate for the association needs and would be put back into the current Reformatted/Amended CC&Rs.

It was reported that because of concerns over inadequate protection from the heat and lack of rest room facilities the neighborhood family Bar BQ planned for last summer was canceled.

The Sheriff occasionally drives by.

The suggestion that was proposed at the Spring General Meeting on the possibility of adding a light near the mail boxes was again discussed considering using solar energy. Concerns over cost of installation and potential vandalism were discussed. It was suggested that association members could take flash lights if going to the mail boxes after dark instead of installing a light.

The purchasing of a PO Box for the Association in the bank of mail boxes in White Oak Estates and closing the Association PO Box in town when it expires in January was explained.

Stan Nielsen provided information on a company (CPM 916-Pavement) that works exclusively on sealing cracks in pavement.

A Motion was presented, seconded and passed to close the meeting at 8 pm.

Minutes from General Meeting of White Oak Estates HOA May 16, 2011

The Spring Home Owners Association General Meeting of White Oak Estates was brought to order at 7:10 PM May 16, 2011 by President Mike Nelson.

Thanks was given to Dick Merrill, Art Huber and Maria Nelson for sign clean up.

The Minutes of the Fall 2010 Meeting as posted on http://www.whiteoakestateshoa.blogspot.com/ were read by Association Secretary Rose Maree Hammer and approved.

Association Treasurer Mel Huber provided the Financial Report. She explained a notice of incorporation document received from the state, reviewed the services and costs of the Association CPA and reported on past dues. A motion was made and passed that the Financial Report be approved.

It was announced that the Robert Jay home has been sold.

The Road Committee reported that bids will be taken from Livingston, Simpson and Franzia for repair work on cracks in the roads. It was suggested that a bid also be sought from Baldoni.

The Road Committee has also approached Todds for a bid on snow removal.

The Reformatted CC&R document was distributed and reviewed. A motion was made and approved for acceptance and filing with the county of the Reformatted CC&Rs.

An amendment removing the two year term limit in the CC&Rs was discussed. A motion was made and approved for acceptance of this amendment.

An amendment to add to the CC&Rs the Association CPA as the contact for real estate/title company financial questions was discussed. A motion was made and approved for acceptance of this amendment.

The possibility of adding a nuisance abatement amendment to the CC&Rs was discussed. Association President Mike Nelson will review county code, Colfax city code and the Mink Creek restrictions for possible language as to notification, remedy, time-frame etc.

A neighborhood family Bar BQ was approved for July 16 "under the pine tree" in Oak Forest Ct. The association will provide meat, plates and condiments. Association members will bring a side dish to share and their own chairs and drinks. The Board will notify all association members and obtain grills, tables and RSVP information.

Elections for Secretay and Treasurer were held. Mel Huber was elected to a second term as Treasurer and Rose Maree Hammer was elected to a second term as Secretary.

Neighborhood Watch was discussed. The recommendation was made that we write down the license number of any vehicle in the neighborhood that appears suspicious. The recommendation was made that the Sheriff be asked to occasionally drive by.

After a discussion as to the effectiveness of the "No Outlet" sign posted at the entrance to White Oak from Highway 174, it was suggested that a sign "No Access - Dead End Road" be purchased and installed. Possible locations were suggested near the entrance to White Oak, near the mail boxes, or by the ponds. It was also suggested that perhaps the "No Outlet" sign be moved to another location.

The possibility of adding a light near the mail boxes was discussed. No decision was made.

Board President Mike Nelson will look into the possibility of purchasing a PO Box for the association in the bank of mail boxes in White Oak Estates and closing the Association PO Box in town.

The meeting was adjourned at 8:27 PM.

Rose Maree Hammer
Association Secretary

Minutes from General Meeting of White Oak Estates HOA December 14, 2010

The Fall Home Owners Association General Meeting of White Oak Estates was brought to order at 7:05 PM by President Bruce Nissen.

The Minutes for both the Spring and Fall 2009 Meetings as posted on http://www.whiteoakestateshoa.blogspot.com/ were approved.

Association Treasurer Mel Huber provided the Financial Report.

Association Secretary Rose Maree Hammer provided a short overview of the procedures followed by the Board in researching and reviewing the White Oak Estates Home Owners Association documents on file at Placer County and follow-up research conducted by Placer Title Company. Conclusions and recommendations made by the Board based upon this research were presented. A draft of a reformatted version of the current "Covenant, Conditions and Restrictions" document was provided to all members for review and comment. Amendment suggestions were briefly discussed (proposed amendments will be presented to the Board in written format for review and presentation to the General Membership at the Spring Meeting). A copy of the reformatted version of the current "Covenant, Conditions and Restrictions" document will be mailed to those association members who were not present. Before the Spring Home Owners Association General Meeting the Board will review with the county and provide to all association members any changes to the reformatted version of the current "Covenant, Conditions and Restrictions" document and any recommended amendments. A vote of the General Membership on these documents will be held at that time.

Elections were held for President and Vice President. Mike Nelson was elected President, and Maxine Barnett was elected to a second term as Vice President. Mel Huber will continue to serve as Teasurer and Rose Maree Hammer will continue to serve as Secretary.

To permit safely turning onto White Oak Dr from Highway 174 President Mike Nelson will organize a work party to trim tree branches back from the road at that intersection.

The meeting was adjourned and followed by visiting among neighbors.

Rose Maree Hammer
Secretary

Holiday Dessert Pot Luck - December 4, 2009

The Fall 2009 Meeting was a Holiday Dessert Pot Luck held Friday December 4, 2009 at the home of Maxine Barnett and Dick Osgood. Neighbors enjoyed a wonderful variety of desserts and spent the evening visiting with each other.

Association business was deferred to the Spring Meeting.

Rose Maree Hammer
Secretary

Minutes from General Meeting of White Oak Estates HOA - May 4, 2009

The meeting was brought to order at 7:06 pm by President Bruce Nissen. He explained the goal for this year to be one of building our neighborhood fellowship. To this end he announced a post Spring get-together to be held at his home. Details will follow when his business demands let up. He also reminded us to keep our fire safe clearances of 100 feet around our buildings and the gutters along the roadways clear.

The previous three bids for road maintenance were reviewed and compared. Differences in the bids necessitated an additional rebidding of some sections. Eventually the decision was made to use the Todd bid. It is hoped that we will be able to work with this same contractor for a period of say three years to make more frequent road repairs as needed rather than waiting five years between road work as we have done in the past.

Those present were warned that if they did not want Todd scraping the edges in preparation for repairs, then they should clear the area themselves and mark anything of value before the road work begins.

The Fall meeting agenda will address the homeowners documents and by-laws with the intent of re-establishing a CC&R standard for maintenance of property value. A committee was formed to look into the wording of this document. The committee will consist of Michael Nelson, Lisa and Steven Curtis along with Bruce Nissen.

An election was held in which Mel Huber volunteered to be our treasurer and Rose Maree Hammer will serve as secretary. The term of these two offices will run for two years through May of 2011.

No further business was brought up, so the meeting adjourned at 8:15 pm and many stayed on to visit.

William Rose
Secretary