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HUNTERS BEND NEWS - FEBRUARY 2010

 FEB 2010- HUNTERS BEND HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION ANNUAL MEETING MINUTES

The annual meeting minutes are presented below:

Called to order at 7:30 pm by president Steve

In attendance:  Kent, Larson, Eischen, Milam/Drexil, Gillett, Abels, Miller, Aufleger, Cuaderes, Love, McCumber, Wood, Kollmorgen, Berkinshaw, Vitali, Wolfard.  Proxy votes for Moon, Cardenas, Armstrong, Black, Garrison, Weingartner, Gorman, Bedzedick, Wiscaver, Haight

        I.            Reading and approval of 2009 meeting minutes – Dave Wolfard

-          move to approve by Steve Milan

-          seconded by Mary Vitali

-          passed

    II.            Reading and approval of 2009 Treasurer's report – Dave Wolfard

-          move to approve by Jerry

-          seconded by Renee

-          passed

 III.            Committee reports

A.    Legal - Terry Kollmorgen – no report

 B.     Architectural - Steve Gillett – minor issue with one homeowner was resolved within neighborhood covenants

 C.     Landscape - Jerry Evenson

 1.                     Shrubs & flowers –

                                                                          i.      Flowers and plantings will be done to work with the new landscape plan.

                                                                        ii.      Clare Ashby ASLA is the architect we hired to improve and modernize our entrances.  The landscape plan includes new shrubs by homeowner properties and homeowners will be contacted to see how they want to be involved. 

                                                                     iii.      Jerry discussed plans and how we will implement the plan over a 4-5 year period.

2.                     Entryway improvements –

                                                                          i.      Jerry talked about the deterioration of the stamped concrete at the Yale entrance.  Jerry talked about applying insecticide for grubs at the entrances twice in 2010 instead of just once.

                                                                        ii.      Jerry went over plans which have been put on the website and how they affect the entrances.

3.                     Sprinkler system and mowing – repairs will be made as needed.  Mowing will continue to be done by our present contractor.

4.                     Christmas entrance decorations - Renee Cuadere will chair this again in 2010

D.    Facilities - Joe Vitali  (electrical & gazebo)

1.      Gazebo repairs – repairs made within budget

2.      Electrical improvements – Several issues with electric

a.       Lights at entrances

b.      Receptacles are grounding out and need repair and raising out of the ground

c.       Replacing lights where needed

d.      Discussion of adding receptacles – this is in the plan as we will add power and receptacles

e.       Goal is to have all repairs done by Easter

3.      Fence maintenance – brick posts are starting to separate which may necessitate repair on 111^th street.

4.      Question on fence behind 110^th homes and the lots against the detention pond.  HOA will work with homeowners to make sure this is done properly when needed.

E.     Social - Kathy Wood

1.      Block Party - Barry Ables & Jenna Miller

                                                                          i.      Did not occur this year

                                                                        ii.      Will schedule for 2010 but we need a volunteer committee

2.      Garage Sale - Liz Black

                                                                          i.      Went well

                                                                        ii.      Had over a dozen families participating

                                                                      iii.      Need a volunteer for 2010 (Jackie Abels may volunteer)

3.      Directory - Steve Gillett

                                                                          i.      New directory published in May

                                                                        ii.      Extra’s available through block captain

F.      Safety & security - Don Love

1.      Solicitors have been a problem

2.      Suggestion is to not allow solicitors

3.      Don would like to see one of our police neighbors do this as he is retiring

4.      Late night “racers” are problems at the church parking lot. 

5.      Failure to yield to busses when they are picking up children is a problem

IV.       Budget for 2010 -

A.    Anticipated expenses compared with those in 2009

B.     Dues required to balance the budget

C.     Recommendation in support of budget as proposed – unanimous vote to approve the budget as presented – moved by Terry and seconded by Jerry.  7 for and 3 against in proxies.

V.        Election of Officers - 2010

A.    Nominating Committee recommendation

1.      Steve Gillett - President

2.      *** -Vice President (to be appointed by the new board from among its ranks)

3.      Steve Milam - Secretary/Treasurer

4.      Liz Black - Director

5.      Jerry Evenson - Director

6.      Terry Kollmorgen - Director

7.      Jim Larson - Director

8.      Joe Vitali - Director

9.      Dave Wolfard - Director

10.  Kathy Wood - Director

B.     Nominations from the floor – none made

C.     Vote on HBHOA 2010 Board – vote on board moved by Terry and seconded by Jerry for approval to acclimation.

D.    Committee appointments

a.       Don would like to be replaced on safety and security committee

b.      Website will be Dave Wolfard

c.       Block Party – Berkinshaw and Paige McMurray

d.      Garage Sale – Jackie Abels

e.       Architectural Committee – Steve Gillet, Steve Milam, Joe Vitali

f.       Directory – not until 2011

g.      Landscape Committee – Jerry Evenson, Adrianna

h.      Decorations - Christmas – Renee

E.     Block captain confirmation -

VI.       Other Business

VII.     Adjournment – move to adjorn at 8:45 pm

In attendance: 

            Mary and Joe Vitali                            5119 E 109^th St

            Tom and Liz Black                             5022 E 109 Pl

            Sharon and Pat Gordon                      10912 S. Braden Pl

            Jim Larson                                           5003 E 110^th Pl

            Steve Milam                                        5006 E 109^th St

            Adrienne Drexil                                  5006 109^th Pl

            Mike Taber                                          5024 E 110^th Pl

            Steve Gillett                                        5014 E 109^th Pl

            Don Love                                            5103 E. 109^th St

            Barry Abels                                         5212 E 110^th Pl

            Kathy Wood                                       10902 S. Allegheny Ave

            Terry and Susan Kollmorgen              10903 S. Darlington Ave

            Dave Wolfard                                     5016 E. 110^th St                                 

             I.      Approve 2008 meeting minutes – move by Terry; Second by Steve; passed

          II.      Approve Treasurer's Report - The Hunters Bend HOA fiscal year runs from March 1 to end of February.  The treasurer's report will be available at the annual meeting. Move by Steve; second by Joe; pass

       III.      New Business

A.        Recognition of HOA board members in 2008

B.         Review of 2008 Income and Expenses – reviewed financials

C.         Discussion of 2009 budget -   The Hunters Bend Home Owners Association Board of Directors has the power and duty to set the annual dues for the Hunters Bend Home Owners Association according to our by-laws – Article VII, Section 2(c)(1).  While this duty lies with the board, we feel it is our obligation to send this budget out to our residents/homeowners for their review and comment at our annual meeting.  Suggested dues of $200 per lot.

Joe discussed gazebo repair needs; also clarified other repairs needed at both entrances;

                        Dave Wolfard discussed the budget and explained the expenses. 

                        The budget which is attached was unanimously agreed upon by those in attendance.

D.        Entryway changes - In 2008 landscaping was improved for the Yale entrance.  Discuss whether improvements are needed for the 111th entryway including installing additional lighting. 

Joe discussed the moving of the pole light at Yale and replacing it with a new double light ($3200); electric ($500); landscaping ($200).

            Mary Vitali mentioned that the City of Tulsa will install lights.

      Suggestion was made to see what the City of Tulsa would do about a light before making this happen.  Terry Kollmorgen mentioned that landscaping improvements would be a better use of money as compared to additional lights.

      Jim Larson (corner house at Alegheny & 110th??) suggested that we get a drawing of any plan that is proposed.

      Landscape Committee – it was suggested that interested parties work through the Landscape Committee to develop a broad plan for landscaping.

E.         Repairs and maintenance needed

                                                              i.      Electrical repair both entrances (estimated $600 to $800)

                                                            ii.      ii.Gazebos - paint gazebos / repair roof

                                                          iii.      Stucco/fence

F.      4 properties on entrance: No maintenance/mowing in 2009.  Landscape Committee – it was suggested that all four homeowners meet to discuss the needs

G.     Election of Directors - The following is a list of current directors.  We encourage all Hunters Bend homeowners to consider serving on the board.

Current HBHOA Directors and Officers

President - Bruce Berkinshaw

Vice-President - OPEN

Secretary/Treasurer - Dave Wolfard

Directors - George Aufleger, Joe Vitali, Steve Gillett, Terry Kollmorgen, Jerry Evenson, Kathy Wood, Mike Taber

The new slate of officers, voted in by acclimation on a motion by Terry and seconded by Mary are:

Terry Kollmorgen                    Steve Gillett

Joe Vitali                                 Steve Milam

Dave Wolfard                         Mike Taber

Kathy Wood                           Jerry Evenson

Bruce Berkinshaw

This new board will elect officers.

       IV.      Old Business

A.        Neighborhood block party – Kathy Wood

                                                              i.      Barry Abels and Jenna Miller

B.         Spring garage sale – Liz Black

                                                              i.      Adrienne Drexil

C.         Architectural committee – Steve Gillett

                                                              i.      Steve Milam

D.        Homeowners Directory – Steve Gillett

E.         Landscape Committee – Jerry Evenson

                                                              i.      Jim Larson

                                                            ii.      Steve Milam

                                                          iii.      Kathy Wood

                                                          iv.      Susan Kollmorgen

F.          Decorations – Kathy Wood

                                                              i.     Renee Cuadere (Christmas Entrance Decorating_

                              ii.   Sharon Gordon

                                                            ii.      Don Love

                                                          iii.      Liz Black

G.        Block Captains – Robin Aufleger

                                                              i.      Allegheny ...................................... Kathy & Dave Wood

                                                            ii.      Braden .......................................... Jalynn Osborne

                                                          iii.      Canton ......................................... Amy and Bruce Berkinshaw

                                                          iv.      Darlington .................................... David & Patricia Wiederkehr

                                                            v.      109th St. ....................................... Mary & Joe Vitali

                                                          vi.      109th Pl. ......................................  Sally Ross

                                                        vii.      110th St. ......................................  Linda Bezdicek

                                                      viii.      110th Pl. ....................................... Jackie Abels

          V.      Other Business - none

Adjourn – moved by Steve Gillett; passed.  Adjourned at 8:40pm.

Current CD balances:

HUNTERS BEND NEWS - JANUARY 2008

ANNUAL HBHOA MEETING AGENDA

Tulsa Firehouse #9 111^th and Yale

Call to Order – President George Aufleger called the meeting to order at 7:35pm

Approve Minutes of January 23, 2007 Meetings

Move to approve – Steve Gillett

Approve Treasurer’s Report – The Hunters Bend HOA fiscal year runs from March 1 through February of the following year.  The treasurer’s report for 2007-08 shows that we have a $5000 balance for our current fiscal year.

Move to approve – Joe Vitali

New Business

• Recognition of 2007 committees
  • Jerry Evenson recognized the Christmas decoration committee members
  • Thanks to Mary Vitali for putting together the block party
  • Jerry Evenson also thanked the board for its service.
• Review of 2007 Income and Expenses – reviewed with the treasurers report
• Discussion of 2008 budget - The Hunters Bend Home Owners Association Board of Directors has the power and duty to set the annual dues for the Hunters Bend Home Owners Association according to our by-laws – Article VII, Section 2(c)(1).  While this duty lies with the board, we feel it is our obligation to send this budget out to our residents/homeowners for their review and comment at our annual meeting.  The proxy vote that is enclosed with this agenda gives you the opportunity to express your opinion on the budget if you cannot attend the meeting. 
  • Jerry Evenson move to approve – unanimous
  • After a discussion of the entrance needs, it was decided to increase the dues to $200 per household in order to allow improvements to the entrances and maintain our reserve funds for future maintenance of walls and gazebos.  A note will be included with the billing to explain the increased billing.

• Election of Directors  – The new board will be:

Current Board:                                                     New Board

President – George Aufleger                              George Aufleger

Vice President – Bruce Berkinshaw                 Bruce Berkinshaw - President

Sec/Treasurer – Dave Wolfard                         Dave Wolfard – Sec/Treasurer

Director – Joe Vitali                                             Joe Vitali

Director – Steve Gillett                                        Steve Gillett

Director – Terry Kollmorgen                             Terry Kollmorgen

Director – Jerry Evenson                                    Jerry Evenson

Director – Kathy Wood                                      Kathy Wood

Director – Mike Taber                                        Mike Taber

It was noted that the board is made up of the same people as last year and there is an open invitation for anyone to join the board at this time.

Board membership moved by Steve Gillett to accept by acclimation – second by Mary Vitali - approved

• Events and Activities –
  • Summer block party
    • Amy Berkinshaw and Page McMurry will chair this
  • Block captains (welcome new homeowners) - We need a new coordinator for 2009. If you are a current block captain, please consider volunteering for this position.  We also need block captains as indicated on the proxy vote.
    • Darlington – Whitakers
    • All others are as listed in the Directory
    • 110^th Place - Abels
    • Coordinator – Robin Aufleger was volunteered by George
  • Spring neighborhood garage sale –
    • Liz Black will head the garage sale
  • Christmas lights\
    • Jerry will work with new chair for this year
    • Renee Cuaderes will help Jerry coordinate this

Old Business

• Irrigation of internal common areas
  • 110^th Street lot; Canton area by detention pond gate is city property but will require HBHOA maintenance to look good;
  • Discussion of how to water common areas.  Board will again review and look at this in 2008 for costs and feasibility.
  • Canton area – homeowners help?  Find cost of expanding system.
• Common area landscaping issues
  • Question was asked about painting the walls – when?  Cinder block outlines are starting to show; board will review and bring to membership next year.
  • ApiGro will remain our landscaper for 2008; costs will increase slightly.
  • Decided to have ApiGro mow on Canton/110^th Pl if costs is not prohibitive;
  • Steve Gillett asked if there is any compensation for damage to tree on city property on 111^th; general consensus was that there was little we could do to collect any money from the accident.
  • Yale Ave problem with AT&T – board will talk to AT&T to find out plan and follow up with written document on the ditch and mud problems.
  • Yale Entrance – Spiral tree stolen; board will replace it.
  • Erosion problem at Yale Entrance; general consensus and agreement to fix Yale entrance problems related to erosion and improper landscape plantings.
• Detention pond fence and gate
  • We discussed the gate issue and what to do with it.
  • Terry Kollmorgen will bug the city for a meeting to resolve the gate and fence issue

Other Business

ü       Discussion of rubber outbuilding – board will work to enforce our current restrictions with residents who are in violation.

Adjourn – motion to adjourn at 8:45pm.

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Hunters Bend Annual Meeting

January 22, 2008

PLEASE NOTE NEW MEETING LOCATION

Community Room – Tulsa Fire Department at 111^th and Yale

(Enter on south side of Fire Station)

7:30 PM

Dear Hunters Bend Resident,

It is time to have our annual membership meeting to discuss all issues regarding our neighborhood, its upkeep and its future direction.  Your board of directors has worked to insure that our neighborhood maintains its look and value.  Your input and participation in this process insures that everyone has a voice and that we all work together to make Hunters Bend the best neighborhood it can be and one in which everyone wants to live.  That is the best way to maintain our home values and keep Hunters Bend on the “Places I Want To Live” list!

Please take the time to read through this mailing.  It contains our agenda, our 2008-09 budget and a proxy vote for anyone who will not be able to attend the meeting.  This will also be posted on our website – www.huntersbend.com – where you can also find other information regarding our neighborhood, including our Certificate of Dedication, Protective Covenants and Restrictions and our Satellite Dish amendment. 

If you have not signed up on our website to receive email communication from the board, please do so.  We DO NOT give our your email address and we only send you pertinent communications regarding our neighborhood and all things that affect it.  You will not receive spam or advertising from us.

You will also notice that we will be using the new Tulsa Fire Department station located at 111^th and Yale as our new meeting location.  You are invited to come a little early and look around.  Our local firefighters have welcomed us and want everyone to feel free to come by and visit.  WATCH OUT FOR FLASHING RED LIGHTS!

We look forward to seeing EVERYONE at this meeting.  Please join us!!

Your HBHOA Board of Directors

ANNUAL HBHOA MEETING AGENDA

Call to Order

Approve Minutes of January 23, 2007 Meetings

Approve Treasurer’s Report – The Hunters Bend HOA fiscal year runs from March 1 through February of the following year.  The treasurer’s report for 2007-08 will be available at the annual meeting.

New Business

·        Recognition of 2007 committees

·        Review of 2007 Income and Expenses

·        Discussion of 2008 budget - The Hunters Bend Home Owners Association Board of Directors has the power and duty to set the annual dues for the Hunters Bend Home Owners Association according to our by-laws – Article VII, Section 2(c)(1).  While this duty lies with the board, we feel it is our obligation to send this budget out to our residents/homeowners for their review and comment at our annual meeting.  The proxy vote that is enclosed with this agenda gives you the opportunity to express your opinion on the budget if you cannot attend the meeting. 

·        Election of Directors  – The following lists our current directors.  The proxy vote that is enclosed with this mailing gives each resident the opportunity to vote for or recommend another person for the board.  Please consider volunteering to be a Director.  It doesn’t take much time but it does require some time and your effort and dedication to making Hunters Bend a great place to live.

Current Board:

President – George Aufleger

Vice President – Bruce Berkinshaw

Sec/Treasurer – Dave Wolfard

Director – Joe Vitali

Director – Steve Gillett

Director – Terry Kollmorgen

Director – Jerry Evenson

Director – Kathy Wood

Director – Mike Taber

For 2008-09, the following people have been nominated for the board and are willing to serve:  Bruce Berkinshaw, Dave Wolfard, Joe Vitali, Steve Gillett, Kathy Wood, Jerry Evenson, Terry Kollmorgen.  If you have another nomination, please let us know at the meeting. 

• Events and Activities – There are events and projects that are held in our neighborhood each year and we need volunteers.  We have a few people who consistently volunteer their time and skills, but we need more people to help them.  Without volunteers, we will end up spending more money or doing away with events that help us get to know each other and make our neighborhood a better place in which to live.  A signup form will be available at our annual meeting for volunteers to help with the following events:
  • Summer block party
  • Block captains (welcome new homeowners) - We need a new coordinator for 2009 - If you are a current block captain, please consider volunteering for this position.  We also need block captains as indicated on the proxy vote.
  • Spring neighborhood garage sale
  • Christmas lights

 Old Business

• Irrigation of internal common areas
• Common area landscaping issues
• Detention pond fence and gate

 Other Business

 Adjourn

2008-09 HBHOA BUDGET – SET AND APPROVED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Hunters Bend Homeowners Association

10632 S. Memorial #221

Tulsa, Oklahoma  74133

PROXY – page 1

If you cannot attend the annual meeting, please fill out a proxy vote and give it to any board member or a neighbor who is attending. You can reach a director at the following numbers:

Dave Wolfard – 299-0807                                                          Jerry Evenson – 298-5599

YOU CAN ALSO FAX THIS TO 299-8807 BEFORE JANUARY 22

1. I  ___  approve    ___ disapprove   of the proposed 2008-09 budget and the assessment of $173.00 in homeowner’s dues for 2008-09.

COMMENTS ON BUDGET:

2. Vote for Board of Director (you should vote for each Director if you want them to remain on the board or nominate yourself or another to serve)
   1. ______  Kollmorgen
   2. ______  Vitali
   3. ______  Evenson
   4. ______  Wood
   5. ______  Wolfard
   6. ______  Berkinshaw
   7. ______  Gillett
   8. ______  NOMINATION _________________________________________
   9. ______  NOMINATION _________________________________________
   10. ______  NOMINATION _________________________________________
   11. ______  NOMINATION _________________________________________
   12. ______  NOMINATION _________________________________________

Hunters Bend Homeowners Association

10632 S. Memorial #221

Tulsa, Oklahoma  74133

PROXY – page 2

3. Please volunteer to be a block captain or Coordinator (welcome new people)

STREET                      2007                                        2008

Coordinator………..Mary Vitali

(Mary will not be available in 2008)                           _________________________

Braden......................Vacant                                       _________________________

110th Pl....................Vacant                                       _________________________

Allegheny.................Kathy & Dave Wood                _________________________

Canton......................Amy Berkinshaw                       _________________________

Darlington................ Robin & George Aufleger        _________________________

109th St. ................. Mary & Joe Vitali                     _________________________

109th Pl................... Sally Ross                                 _________________________

110th St................... Linda Bezdicek                        _________________________

4. Please volunteer to be a member of these committees
   1. ______  block party volunteer

2. ______  decorations committee

3. ______  landscape committee

4. Other – please let us know what you would like to see us do

Resident’s name:  _____________________________________________________

Resident’s address:  ____________________________________________________

Resident’s signature:  ___________________________________________________

Date:  _______________________________________________________________

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Hunters Bend Newsletter - January 2007 Issue

Minutes of January 23rd, 2007 HBHOA Annual Meeting

Hunters Bend Annual Meeting Minutes – January 23^rd, 2007

St. James Methodist Church

 The meeting was called to order by President Dave Wolfard at 7:30pm.  The following HBHOA members were present:

Mary and Joe Vitali

Ken Finch

Steve Gillett

Jerry Evenson

Neil and Barbara Harbison

Todd Osborne

Dale Rau

Bruce Berkinshaw

Liz Black

Don and Laverne Love

Mike Taber

Kathy Wood

Terry Kollmorgen

George Aufleger

Dave Wolfard

Proxy votes were present for:

Hughla Foreman

Paul and Julia Sullivan

Steve Bjork

John Wiscaver

Van Wilde

Michael Konderson

The minutes of last years meeting were read and approved with a motion by Steve Gillett and a second by Jerry Evenson – unanimous vote.

The treasurer’s report was read and approved with a motion by Jerry Evenson and a second by Mary Vitali – unanimous vote.

Old business was discussed by President Wolfard to review what the HBHOA board accomplished in 2007.  The list included:

o       Maintaining the Hunters Bend website (www.huntersbend.com)

o       Mailing a copy of the Protective Covenants and Restrictions to all homeowners

o       Working with the City of Tulsa to replace the fence around the detention pond

o       Moving all electrical and water controls from inside property owners fences at the entrances to common area outside of the fence.

o       Changing landscapers and replanting entrances to improve the look of Hunters Bend

o       Welcoming several new homeowners into the addition

o       Holding a neighborhood garage sale

o       Decorating both entrances for Christmas

There was no other old business discussed

New business was discussed. 

• The new 2007 Fiscal Year budget was reviewed by President Wolfard.  The dues for 2007 were set at $171.00 per lot.  Ken Finch made a motion to approve the budget and Joe Vitali seconded the motion.  The motion passed with a unanimous vote from all present and all proxy votes. 

• The board of directors was affirmed for 2007 as Dave Wolfard, George Augleger, Joe Vitali, Steve Gillett, Terry Kollmorgen and Jerry Evenson agreed to serve another year.  New directors were nominated or volunteered were Kathy Wood, Bruce Berkinshaw, and Mike Taber.  Don Love will continue as safety director until further notice.  Jerry Evenson moved to elect the new board by acclimation and Ken Finch seconded the motion, which passed unanimously.

• The board approved George Aufleger for President and Dave Wolfard as Secretary/Treasuer for 2007.  The office of Vice-President will be filled as soon as possible.

• Events and activities for 2007 were discussed, including the summer block party, block captains, spring neighborhood garage sale and Christmas decorations.  It was suggested that the board find out when the neighboring housing additions were going to hold their garage sales and try to schedule the same weekend.  George Aufleger reminded everyone that the first weekend after May 1^st has always been a good date based upon history.

• The following people volunteered for various committees:

  • Liz Black ………………garage sale and Christmas decorations

  • Todd Osborne ………….landscape

  • Jalynn Osborne ………… block captain (Braden)

• Steve Gillett agreed to help develop a new neighborhood directory as soon as we get updates on phone numbers from all homeowners.  Dave Wolfard will work with Steve and Mary Vitali to update the information.

• The situation of parked cars on Canton Avenue was discussed.  The board decided to take all information under advisement and will work with the City of Tulsa to insure that all rules and regulations are followed, as well as working with the City of Tulsa to find a program to help alleviate the problem.

Ken Finch moved for adjournment at 9:00 pm.  Motion was approved.

Hunters Bend Newsletter - July/August 2006 Issue

Hunters Bend Newsletter - May/June 2006 Issue

Hunters Bend Newsletter - March/April 2006 Issue

Have you read the restrictive covenants for our neighborhood?  These rules exist to keep our neighborhood livable, clean and growing in terms of property value.  While some restrictions may seem more important than others, they all are meant to apply to everyone equally.  It is impossible for your HBHOA Board to enforce one covenant and not another.  While we may understand the reason behind the violation, we must enforce all covenants with all homeowers equally. Please be sure that you understand all the covenants that affect you, your home, your neighbors and our entire neighborhood.

The most common violations have to do with outdoor buildings (restricted), improper fencing, parking of RV/boats/trailers in driveways or on the street, and the handling of garbage cans.  All of these issues (and more) are fully explained in the restrictive covenants that can be found by clicking the HBHOA tab on our website.

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The Hunters Bend Garage Sale will be held on April 29th.  Please visit the "Events" link on the website for more information.

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The 2006 3rd Penny tax will be discussed at several public meetings.  This information is also on our "Events" link.

Hunters Bend Newsletter - January/February 2006 Issue

Message from HBHOA President

Dear Hunters Bend Home Owner,

First, let me echo the "thank you" given to Terry Kollmorgen for his tenure as president of the HBHOA Board.  Terry has tirelessly taken us through our most "formative" years and saw us through a huge transition when we deeded the detention pond to the City of Tulsa.  Without Terry's efforts and knowledge, this process could not have had the positive outcome it did for our neighborhood.  Lucky for us, Terry will remain on the board and will continue to help us with our legal issues.  Once again Terry, thank you from the HBHOA Board and thank you on behalf of every homeowner in Hunters Bend!

As president this year, my first and major goal is to make sure Hunters Bend continues to be a safe place and a great place to live and raise families.  I also will continue to work with the HBHOA Board and all home owners to make sure our covenants are followed by every home owner in the neighborhood.  These covenants are the foundation to maintaining a safe neighborhood and one in which our homes continue to grow in value.  Please take a moment to review our Covenants (click here)  and let the board know if you have any questions.  These covenants are designed to maintain everyone's property value. 

We plan to continue our summer block party as well as the neighborhood garage sale in 2006.  Please take the time to get to know your neighbor and be sure to let the board know if you have any ideas that will help improve Hunters Bend.

As a final note, safety is an important part of every neighborhood.  Please keep a close eye on your home and your neighbors' homes.  You can report problems or concerns directly to the police or to the board via email.  Don Love is our safety manager and he can be reached by emailing the board.  We hope to send safety reminders out to the neighborhood via this website and email.  If you know anyone who has not registered with our website, please tell them about registration (on the home page).  Email addresses will remain confidential and be used only by the board to communicate with HB home owners.

Have a great 2006!!

Dave Wolfard

Hunters Bend Newsletter - November/December 2005 Issue

It has been a quiet couple of months at Hunters Bend.  As we near the end of 2005 and look forward to 2006, your Board of Directors wishes everyone a Happy New Year.  We look forward to 2006 and to working at making Hunters Bend a great neighborhood in which to live.  If you have ideas about any improvements to our area, please email us!

Hunters Bend Newsletter - September/October 2005 Issue

We had a great time at the block party.  If you'd like to see how much fun was had by everyone, please go back to the website and click on the Pictures tab at the top of the page.

Council District 8 Newsletter - September

Councilor Bill Christiansen

Council District 8

Home : (918) 429-3858

Council: (918) 596-1990

Email: dist8@tulsacouncil.org

 Dear District 8 Constituents:

 An update on Tulsa's new Regional Convention and Events Center was presented to the City Council on August 30. The update includes the center's specifications, a cost and construction timeline, and a brief review of similar events centers in other regional cities. The report can be viewed in PDF format at www.tulsacouncil.org.

 If you are having an annual homeowner’s meeting, I would love to attend.  Please provide me with the date, time and location and topics for discussion.  Please contact Keri Fothergill, Council Aide, at 596-1979. Keri will place your meeting on my calendar.

 As always, I am proud to represent Council District 8 and I look forward to hearing from you soon!  Please feel free to pass this email to other constituents in District 8.

 Thanks for your support,

 Bill Christiansen

Hunters Bend Newsletter - July/August 2005 Issue

Happy 4th of July from your Board of Directors!!  We hope that everyone has a safe holiday.

There has been quite a bit of news on the Yale Bridge issue.  There is supposed to be a vote by the city council this Thursday at the council meeting which starts at 6pm.  Check out the Move That Bridge website for more information.

Council District 8 Newsletter

Councilor Bill Christiansen

Council District 8

Home : (918) 429-3858

Council: (918) 596-1990

Email: dist8@tulsacouncil.org

Dear District 8 Constituents:

This Newsletter will include information regarding the Vision 2025 Neighborhood Fund and my stance on the proposed bridge.

Please feel free to contact me, at home or at City Hall, with your concerns, ideas and feedback.  Also, I would be honored to attend your neighborhood, homeowner’s meetings.  I can discuss any topic you would like to address.  It is important to inform me of how you feel so I will be able to represent you accurately.

As always, I am proud to represent Council District 8 and I look forward to hearing from you soon!  Please feel free to pass this email to other constituents in District 8.

Thank you for your support,

Bill Christiansen

City Council Connection

City Council District 8

Summer, 2005

 CITY OF TULSA NEIGHBORHOOD ENHANCEMENT FUND – VISION 2025

 On September 9, 2003, the voters of Tulsa County approved a one penny, 13-year increase in the Tulsa County Sales Tax, for regional economic development and capital improvements.  Proposition Four of Vision 2025 included approximately $2.1 million for neighborhood enhancements in the City of Tulsa.  The purpose of these funds, as stated on the ballot, is “to support neighborhood enhancements including signage, neighborhood entranceways/gateways and neighborhood assessment projects.”

 To accurately represent the city of Tulsa, each Councilor appointed a constituent to serve on the Tulsa Neighborhood Enhancement Fund Task Force.  Michael Peyton is the representative for District 8.  Please email Mr. Peyton at 52840@msn.com with any suggestions that you would like to incorporate. You may download Neighborhood Fund Program Forms at http://www.cityoftulsa.org/vision2025/neighborhoodprogram.htm

Recently, the Tulsa Neighborhood Enhancement Fund Task Force presented an update to the Tulsa City Council on July 26^th , 2005.  The following information was taken from the presentation and should be helpful in applying for phase II:

NEIGHBORHOOD FUND SCHEDULE

VISION 2025 TULSA NEIGHBORHOOD: FUND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT CHANGES TO GUIDELINES

�       If an Applicant’s Concept Screening Form was accepted during the test funding cycle and the Applicant wants to resubmit the same project, the Pre-Screened Applicant does not have to submit another Concept Screening Form.  However, ALL Applicants must submit a new full application.

WHY:  If Projects have been screened once, there will not be a need to resubmit a new Concept Screening Form.  However, due to minor changes in the scoring criteria, all pre-screened and new Applicants must submit a new application.

�       Expanded the language requiring Applicants who’s Projects are placed on private property to either provide easements to the City of Tulsa at the time of the application submittal, or provide a Letter of Intent from the property owner committing to grant an easement.

WHY:  Clarification of this requirement was needed based on questions and general lack of understanding during the first round of applications.

�       Added note emphasizing that the City-owned Parks and School Districts have other funding sources.  Therefore, Public Schools and/or Park improvements will only be considered for funding on a case-by-case exception basis.

WHY:  The Task Force felt the need to limit these projects since other funding sources may be available.

The following changes were made under “Project Selection Criteria:”

Neighborhood Participation

�       The total points for rating under this category were increased from 25 points to a total of 35 points.  The category was also divided into two parts.

WHY:  The Task Force felt that this category was important enough to strengthen the rating with regard to:  1) involving neighbors in shaping and carrying out the project (0-15 points), and 2)  promoting interaction of diverse members of the neighborhood (0-10 points).

Leverage/Matching Contributions

�       The total points for rating this category was decreased from 25 points to a total of 15 points.

�       Cash Contribution point values remain at 0-5 points.

�       The “volunteer labor” has been removed and “donated goods and/or professional services” remains.  This category now carries a rating of from 0-5 points, as apposed to 0-20 points.

�       A new category for rating has been added to support smaller projects.  The following points will be added to the Applicant’s score based upon the funds requested from the Vision 2025 Neighborhood Fund (0-5 points):

                        Amount Requested

5          -           $  1,000 - $  4,999

4          -           $  5,000 - $  9,999

3          -           $10,000 - $14,000

2          -           $15,000 - $19,999

1          -           $20,000 - $25,000

WHY:  The Volunteer Labor Category was removed because the Task Force felt that some applicants were adding points in this category, and it was difficult to score equitably, while donations of goods and professional services was easy to explain and score.

The new category of “Smaller Projects” was added to reward Applicants that were asking for smaller amounts of money for viable projects.

PROPOSED BRIDGE

I want to thank personally the Move That Bridge and the South Tulsa Citizens Coalition members. This small group of people has worked very hard and is continuing to work hard to STOP THE BRIDGE!

Remember, the bridge fight is not over, and it is important that we stay focused as a cohesive group and continue to work hard TO STOP THE BRIDGE!

For more information regarding the Bridge effort please go to www.movethatbridge.com.

Again, thank you for all your hard work.  I will do everything I can TO STOP THE BRIDGE. 

If you have additional comments or concerns, please e-mail me at dist8@tulsacouncil.org or call me at home, 492-3858.

ARKANSAS RIVER PLANS

Find out about the master plan for the Arkansas River by viewing the Indian Nations Council presentation at www.tulsacouncil.org/ArkRiver_files/frame.htm .  The plan was presented during the Council's Urban & Economic Development committee meeting on August 2, 2005.

HELPFUL NUMBERS

Emergency (Police-Fire-Ambulance) 911

Non-emergencies (Police) 596-9222

Neighborhood Inspections (through Mayor's Action Center) 596-2100
Weeds & grass more than 12 inches high, Inoperable & junk vehicles
parked on premises, Vehicles parked in yard, Heavily dilapidated
structures, Vacant, unsecured structures, Illegal fences and other
similar complaints
Mayor's Action Center 596-2100
Mayor Bill LaFortune 596-7411
Auditor Phil Wood 596-7511

For most other problems:
All City Information 596-2100
Building Permits 596-9696
Zoning Permits 596-9601
Planning Commission 584-7526
Zoning change requests
Out-of-Court mediation service 596-7786
Crime Stoppers 596-2677
Citizen's Crime Commission 585-5209
Alert Neighbors
Animal Shelter 669-6299
Stray dogs & cats 
Dead Animal Pick-up 596-9771
Sanitary Sewer Problems 669-6100
Trash Problems 596-9777
Utility Customer Service 596-9511
Water Line Problems 596-9488

Mosquito Hotline 595-4219

Hunters Bend Newsletter - May/June 2005 Issue

 All meeting information regarding Move That Bridge and the S. Yale Bridge can be found on the Move That Bridge website.  Click on the link on the News Page of this website.

Hunters Bend Newsletter - March/April 2005 Issue

We had a very interesting meeting with homeowners from many neighborhoods in south Tulsa as well as Bixby regarding the proposed bridge over the river at Yale Avenue.  Councilors Mautino, Medlock and Christiansen were present as well as a representative from INCOG and representatives from the City of Tulsa.  There is simply too much to write about in this area.  Suffice it to say that this bridge will have a major impact on our neighborhood and all areas south of the Creek Turnpike in the Yale corridor.  Be sure you take the time to educate yourself about this project and the possible effects on YOU and YOUR HOME.  If you are reading this, you have already seen the webpages on our site regarding this issue.  Call or write your city, county and state representatives to let them know what you think.

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The annual Hunters Bend Garage Sale will be held April 30th only from 8am until ?.  We will put ads in the paper on Thursday (28th), Friday (29th) and Saturday.

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Spring is on the way and soon the yardwork will start.  If you have lots of yard trash to throw away this month, you should understand the City of Tulsa's refuse policy for our neighborhood listed below.  Any yard trash not picked up by the city refuse collector must removed from the curb and be kept out of site until the next collection day.  Thanks for your help in keeping our neighborhood looking clean!

Hunters Bend Newsletter - January/February 2005 Issue

Hunter’s Bend Annual Meeting Minutes of January 25, 2005

Our President, Terry Kollmorgan, called the meeting to order in the St. James Methodist Church at 7:15 PM on January 25, 2005.  In person and through proxy, 25 homes and 35 people were represented.  We have a total of 87 homes in the organization.

 A good discussion was held on our budget, neighborhood security, website, detention pond, landscaping and homeowner involvement.  Terry reported that the detention pond is now officially owned by the City of Tulsa.  Dr. Don Love provided an excellent handout on security issues for  our homeowners.  Dave Wolfard has posted that information on our website.  Jerry Evenson reported that we now have hired a new landscaping company for this budget year.  The name of the company is Big Time Landscaping.  Mike Pooler indicated that he would no longer be able to serve on the board, as he will be moving in the spring.  Jerry Evenson extended a “Thank You” to our Volunteers, including:  The Loves for storage of our decorations, Block Captains headed by Mary Vitali,  Dave Wolfard for the website, Loren Church our Treasurer, Christmas decorating group and our Garage Sale organizer. 

 Action taken at the meeting:

• 1.     Approved the 2005 Budget of $13,025.

• 2.     Established Homeowner dues for 2005 of $150. per household, due 3/1/05

• 3.     Elected the following Board of Directors;  Terry Kollmorgan, Jerry Evenson, Loren Church, Joe Vitali, Dave Wolfard, Bob Kent, Steve Gillett, George Aufleger, Sherrie Marsh and Robert Bezdicek.  Dr. Don Love to continue as Security Representative

• 4.     Annual billing of homeowner dues will be handled by Bob Kent and Steve Gillett, with help as needed by Sherrie Marsh.

• 5.     Steve Gillette will be in charge of issuing a new Homeowner’s Directory, with help from Sherrie Marsh.

• 6.     Laura Pooler will organize our annual garage sale at a date she chooses.

• 7.     Bob Kent and George Aufleger will organize the Annual Block Party with help from Mary Vitali.

 The meeting adjourned at 8:45 PM.

For the Record,  Jerry E. Evenson

HBHOA Home Security

By Don Love, Security Director

As our area of the city develops, there is a growing increase in vandalism and misdemeanors for not only Hunters Bend, but for the adjoining covenants, as well.  For the past year, we have seen an increase in cars driving across lawns, car windows broken, garage vandalism, and even mail box theft.  According to the Citizens Crime Commission and a survey of our adjoining neighborhoods, the Hunters Bend area has more vandalism than major crimes.

Comments by the Police Department:

1.                  Most of the crimes in our area are considered to be vandalism and not major crimes.  Young people generally do this in the early stages of adulthood.

2.                  Most of the vandalism occurs after 11:00 P.M. and generally on Saturday night.

3.                  When observing and/or reporting a crime to the Police, be specific in description and give as many details as you can.  (see crime reporting link under the LINK tab on this website)

4.                  When calling “911”, be very specific by first saying “police, fire, or EMSA”.

5.                   When you then start giving details the police are already on their way.

Items to Avoid Crime

The most effective crime prevention method, according to the Citizens Crime Commission, is to be an alert Neighbor, looking out for each other.

1.                  When going out of town for several days, use the following as a guide.

a.       Stop the mail, or have a neighbor pick it up.

b.      Stop the paper, or have a neighbor pick it up.

c.       Have a neighbor remove papers or collected packages left at the door.

d.      Do not announce you are leaving town at churches, grocery stores, or other places where strangers are listening.

e.       Keep a radio playing.

f.       Put lights on automatic timers to appear someone is at home.

g.      Adjust the volume of your telephone ringer at low level, or off.  A prowler will be less likely to hear an unanswered call.

h.      Do not announce you are out of town on an answering machine.

2.                  Trim bushes away from windows. Thieves like to hide behind high bushes and enter windows.

3.                  Motion lights are recommended in areas where doors and windows are not seen from the street.

4.                  Neighbors should be attentive to unusual cars and people around houses.

5.                  Keep doors and windows locked at all times.

6.                  Keep the garage door closed.

7.                  Put peepholes in doors.

8.                  Always lock your car when you go inside a station to pay for gasoline, or into a grocery store.

9.                  Observe car license tag numbers if you see suspicious activity.

10.              Learn to observe the description of people.

11.              Give up your billfold or purse in case of robbery.  I.e., do not fight for your property to avoid harm.

12.              Most burglary crimes are during the day when no one is at home.

13.              When a stranger knocks on the door, acknowledge that you are there but do not open the door until you know who it is.

14.              Put an identification mark on your valuables.  Do not use your social security number.

15.              Do NOT put your bill payments in the mailbox to be picked up by the postman.  As a minimum, write your checks with a “Hybrid Gel” pen (purchase at an office supply), whereby the ink cannot be washed off.

Misdemeanor in Driving Across Lawns

This is occurring more frequently as the general area gets older and the population increases.  This generally occurs on weekends at early hours and several lawns are driven across on the same night.   To try to prevent this from occurring is very difficult, but the following is suggested for your consideration.

1.                  If you see a vehicle drive across a yard, get the license number and report to the police.   Avoid being seen as a witness.

2.                  You may want to consider buying a $20 fake camera at Radio Shack that is operated by a battery and looks very authentic to thieves and vandals.

3.                  Plant a tree in open areas near the street.

4.                  Consider a night-light to come on with movement near the house or consider a night-light to stay on during the night.

5.                  Take a picture of the tire tracks for the police.

6.                  Report the incident to the police, although this is not a high priority for the police involvement.

Mail Box Theft

There has been some theft of mail from the mailboxes, but not recently.  The thefts generally occur in the mornings before the mail man arrives and is generally a single person walking around acting “official” with the mail boxes.  They are looking for boxes with the flags up indicating mail is to be picked up.  They want the checks in mail payments.

The thieves are good at washing off ball point written checks and then using the check to buy items at stores, pretending to give their drivers license number to trusting clerks.  In our area, there have been checks forged for as much as $2,000.

To avoid this potential problem, the following is suggested.

1.                  Do not leave payments in the mailboxes.

2.                  Write your checks with a “Hybrid Gel” pen that cannot be washed off.  These pens can be purchased from any office supply store.

Vandalism and Theft to Automobiles

Several cars have been vandalized with windows being broken and scratched, etc.  Unfortunately, these vehicles were parked in the street or in driveways and accessible to people desiring to do harm.  We have no known car thefts.

The types of people that do this, according to the Citizens Crime Commission are young adults with emotional desires to take chances for fun.  Unfortunately, some automobiles have been damaged simply because they had a school logo that someone did not like.

The following are suggestions to avoid damage to vehicles.

1.                  Avoid parking in the street, especially at night.  Children can be harmed from walking around parked cars.

2.                  If at all possible, put your vehicle in the garage and keep the door closed.

3.                  Do not put offensive logos on vehicles that tend to create emotions, such as derogatory statements about schools or our good neighboring states.  This is the type of activity that develops hatred.  Be a person of class and teach your children respect and love for fellow citizens of all schools, race, color, religion and gender.

  Protect Yourself

1.                  Do not give a caller your credit card, phone card, social security, or bank account number over the phone.  It is illegal for telemarketers to ask for these numbers to verify a prize of gift.

2.                  Listen carefully to the name of a charity requesting money.  Do not hesitate to ask for a financial report before you donate.

3.                  Never make an investment with a stranger on the phone.

4.                  Beware of cheap home repair service that otherwise would be expensive.  Do not pay in advance.  A deposit should only be after you have checked the company out with references through the Better Business Bureau.

5.                  Report con games to the police.  The National Fraud Information Center is 800-876-7060, 9:00 A.M. to 5:30 P.M.

6.                  Do not use your social security number for your driver’s license.

7.                  Teach your children how to dial “911”, their home address, telephone numbers, and where you work.

8.                  Teach your children to not accept rides or gifts from anyone, unless it is someone both you and your child know and trust.

9.                  Do not leave house keys under doormats, window seals, or flowerpots.

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