COMMUNITY UPDATE: OCTOBER, 2024

Happy Fall Neighbors!
This update summarizes the minutes from our latest HOA Board meeting of 10/15/24
and shares recent important events. (Minutes of the 10/15/24 HOA Board meeting have
been posted to the website). We continue to be thankful for our resident volunteers who
answer the call when needed. Bill Smith, John Rego, Chris Ramey, and Matt Taylor
have offered their expertise on a number of projects around the community.
Board terms will be up next February for 6 members. Thankfully Janie Stopford has
decided to remain with us for another term. At the October 15th Board meeting we
voted to increase the Board of Directors from 8 to 10, and so we are looking for two new
Board members. A call for nominations will be mailed later this Fall. If you are a resident
who is willing to contribute your time and energy to helping maintain and run our
community, please consider joining us. If you have any ideas or want further
information, feel free to reach out to any Board member!

Water Pipe Breaks
Water line pipe breaks have occurred at 2 townhomes within the last 2 months. Deppe Bros Excavations have repaired both at a cost to individual homeowners. It is the practice of the HOA that breaks in the 3 inch water main are the responsibility of the HOA, while breaks in the ¾ inch water lines to individual homes are the responsibility of the homeowner. Since last December there have been 5 breaks to water lines or shut-off valves all of which have been at the cost to individual homeowners. With the age of our infrastructure, we anticipate there may be more breaks coming, Because of this we are urging homeowners to consider replacing the water lines to their homes once the county installs the new system. This will be strictly voluntary as it will be at the cost to each homeowner. We are hoping to secure a group rate for anyone interested….
more to come as the time nears.

Water Supply
The recent report of a metallic taste and smell was due to a crack in the chlorine pipe. It has been fixed.

Waterfront
A fall phragmites clearing will be scheduled for November 29 followed by a late spring
clearing date TBD. We will send out a reminder as volunteers are appreciated. ​Pool
Estimates for a clogged backwash pipe, leaky skimmer, repair of patio cracks, and
repainting of the bathroom floors were discussed and plans for these repairs will be
underway before the 2025 season.

Tennis Courts
After much discussion about the use of the tennis courts; boat storage versus family
multi use, it was decided that residents John Rego and Matt Taylor will investigate
options and present them to the Board for consideration.

Burn Pile
Burn is scheduled for Friday after Thanksgiving (November 29, 2024).
As we head into the Fall and holiday season, wishing you well.
On behalf of the St. Martin’s By The Bay HOA Board of Directors,
Lynne Partridge, Chair