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Friday, February 13, 2015

Part of my opening statement

Most of you know I hope to keep the board intact. Some may wonder why. Below is part of my opening statement at the Candidate Forum. We as a board have worked together to complete what I consider some major accomplishments. When we do not agree it is debated without anger and we move ahead. I am proud to have been a part of this group.  Ken

What has been accomplished in the last four years?
Our lake is now clear due to the alum treatment and we are working to keep it that way. We are receiving government grants. We have a roads program now by which your roads will be maintained without each property owner paying thousands of dollars in special assessments to rebuild them all at one time. We will have a new Rescue Squad facility in Candlewick soon. We are close to finishing the dog park. We have an accountability relationship now with AQUA without spending untold thousands of dollars in a lawsuit. We have re-written and passed the restated CC&Rs to get us in compliance with state law. We have brought up to date the By-Laws and Rules & Regulations. We have found a way to cut the losses in Savannah Oaks. We have a strong collection procedure in place. Our reserves are well funded. We have a new web site and better communications. We have held dues down with only one small increase in the last four years. We are running lean and mean. We have made a smooth transition to a new General Manager, a new Maintenance Manager, a new Public Safety chief, a new IT department head, a new Accounting Manager, a new Rec Center manager, and more.

When I use the word WE regarding the accomplishments I
don't mean only management, employees, and the board. I also
include all the volunteers. My appreciation of volunteers has
only grown in the last four years. Your physical work, ideas, and
brainpower in general are so valuable. Your association is
saving a huge amount of money through your efforts.