In attendance: Gary Peterson, Fran Oroson, Jim Curley, Gerry Kovolchuk, Mindy Schwartz
Bob Wolfgang has been elected to also be the Treasurer along with be the Vice President of the Greens HOA Board.
1) Went over the monthly financials
2) Dog Barking Issues – residents having problems of this nature are to call Animal Control at 862-7928. They will come out and make a report and then do an investigation of the issue.
3) Garbage Cans being Left Outside – Sometimes people are out of town so they cannot help this situation. There are many others that are home and just leave out the garbage bins. This is actually a Metro Government codes issue. Please try to keep the bins in your garage when it is not pickup day. It will also make our community look much better.
4) Pricing of a wall behind Mindy and Gary’s units. Still looking at bids.
5) Discussed who is coming to fix or cleanup problems we have in the area. Mr. Curley sends people over.
6) Parking Issues on the street issues – this issue also becomes a safety issue because if the streets are all filled up with cars are there is an emergency we will run into problems because these vehicles will not be able to get to the house that has an emergency.
7) All units, not just phase 1 will have the option to have their doors and shutters painted. The three color choices are Green, Burgundy, and Black. Please email
nashborogreens@yahoo.com., with your unit number, name, and color choice and as soon as we have some dates we will let you know. Also, if you know some of your neighbors do not have email please let them know of this change.
8) We are still looking to obtain a group discount to have the light fixtures outside each unit, if needed to be changed. This cost will be paid by each the homeowners.
9) For owners that are renting out their units there is a new program that has been setup by the Tennessee State Legislature that requests all landlords to complete a “Landlord Registration Form.” This form will be sent to the Department of Codes & Building Safety. More information can be found
along with the registration form at http://www.nashville.gov/codes/Landlord_Reg_Prog.htm. Jim Curley will let the Homeowners, through a letter to make them aware of this new program.
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Davidson County crime log from March 12-18
To see the entire listing click on the link
http://www.tennessean.com/article/20090323/COUNTY0103/903250330/1195/COUNTY01
http://www.tennessean.com/article/20090323/COUNTY0103/903250330/1195/COUNTY01
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Door to Door Solicitation Alert
Just some important information to pass on that is happening in other areas around Davidson County I wanted to make you aware of.
We have at least a dozen reports of a crew working in Forest Hills. They are walking through the City selling magazines and do not have a permit.
Some of the individuals have been described as aggressive in their efforts. The name of the company is Urban Development Solutions. Not only does this company not have a permit, the City has not issued a permit to anyone for door to door solicitation.
While we appreciate you calling the office and providing information about solicitors, please make your first call to the police. An immediate call to the police represents our best chance to stop this activity.If anyone comes to your door selling a product, or if you see anyone going door to door in your neighborhood, please 862-9600 (Police non-emergency #)
We have at least a dozen reports of a crew working in Forest Hills. They are walking through the City selling magazines and do not have a permit.
Some of the individuals have been described as aggressive in their efforts. The name of the company is Urban Development Solutions. Not only does this company not have a permit, the City has not issued a permit to anyone for door to door solicitation.
While we appreciate you calling the office and providing information about solicitors, please make your first call to the police. An immediate call to the police represents our best chance to stop this activity.If anyone comes to your door selling a product, or if you see anyone going door to door in your neighborhood, please 862-9600 (Police non-emergency #)
"Mayor, Metro Agencies Announce Emergency Volunteer Drive"
Hello District 29 Neighbors:
You know that the success of any project depends on you and the help you
receive. Volunteer now to help create and encourage success in your community.
Any thought for change begins with a just that...a thought, then the thought is
enacted by a group, many times small. But it it is not the size of the group,
but the wealth of the group's commitment and thoughtfulness that become
contagious. Volunteer and watch your community succeed! Check out the message
from the Mayor.
Gratefully,
Vivian
http://www.nashville.gov/mayor/news/2009/pr/0324.asp
Monday, March 23, 2009
Brush Collection Service
Please have your brush out for collection by the following dates: April 1, 2009 Starting Wednesday, April 1st, 2009 Metro Public Works will be collecting yard brush in "Route-4". District 29 is in Route 4.
The pick-up will be for approximately ten days or until the area has been completed.
Remember that brush can be disposed of for free year-round at the Bordeaux Mulch Facility, 1400 County Hospital Road, or the Omohundro Recycle Convenience Center at 1019 Omohundro Place (off Lebanon Pike).
You can review details for each route on our Website by clicking on this link:
www.nashville.gov/recycle/brush.htm
www.nashville.gov/recycle/Brush/map/index.htm
The pick-up will be for approximately ten days or until the area has been completed.
Remember that brush can be disposed of for free year-round at the Bordeaux Mulch Facility, 1400 County Hospital Road, or the Omohundro Recycle Convenience Center at 1019 Omohundro Place (off Lebanon Pike).
You can review details for each route on our Website by clicking on this link:
www.nashville.gov/recycle/brush.htm
www.nashville.gov/recycle/Brush/map/index.htm
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Davidson County crime log from March 9-11
These are the most serious calls handled by the Metro police, listed by time, crime reported and address. Some reports may be unfounded. Police calls are listed by police precinct or town. When police cannot immediately determine the location of a crime, the address given is that of the police station or hospital where the crime was reported.
To see the listing please click on the following link:
http://www.tennessean.com/article/20090316/COUNTY0104/903160357/1123/COUNTY01
To see the listing please click on the following link:
http://www.tennessean.com/article/20090316/COUNTY0104/903160357/1123/COUNTY01
Monday, March 16, 2009
"HOA" Meeting
Our next meeting will be this Thursday, March 19th.
Please feel free between now and the meeting to email any issues, questions, or information you need to nashborogreens@yahoo.com
Thank you and have a great week!
Please feel free between now and the meeting to email any issues, questions, or information you need to nashborogreens@yahoo.com
Thank you and have a great week!
Hermitage Precinct Neighborhood Watch Crime Data Update Conference
Crime Update Meeting 2009
Everyone is invited to attend.
Gratefully, Vivian
Date: March 30th, 2009
Time: 6:00 pm
Location: Hermitage Precinct Community Room
3701 James Kay Ln
Hermitage TN 37076
Dear Neighborhood Watch Leader,
The Metro Nashville Police Dept, Hermitage Precinct, will be hosting a Crime Prevention and Crime Statistic Presentation on March 30th, 2009. You, or members of your group, are invited to attend. Current crime trends, and issues facing neighborhood’s will be discussed.. Other neighborhood watch groups and officers will be on hand to go over up to date issues going on the community. We hope you can attend.
For more information, you can contact Sgt. Todd Leach (880-1855) or Officer Troy Meadows (880-1781) at the Hermitage Precinct.
.
Everyone is invited to attend.
Gratefully, Vivian
Date: March 30th, 2009
Time: 6:00 pm
Location: Hermitage Precinct Community Room
3701 James Kay Ln
Hermitage TN 37076
Dear Neighborhood Watch Leader,
The Metro Nashville Police Dept, Hermitage Precinct, will be hosting a Crime Prevention and Crime Statistic Presentation on March 30th, 2009. You, or members of your group, are invited to attend. Current crime trends, and issues facing neighborhood’s will be discussed.. Other neighborhood watch groups and officers will be on hand to go over up to date issues going on the community. We hope you can attend.
For more information, you can contact Sgt. Todd Leach (880-1855) or Officer Troy Meadows (880-1781) at the Hermitage Precinct.
.
Thursday, March 12, 2009
Nashville Electric Service warns about bill-collecting scam
Tennessean
DAVIDSON COUNTY
Nashville Electric Service is warning customers to be cautious if they receive an automated call claiming that NES has not received their electric bill payment.
The Nashville-based utility says some customers have received automated calls claiming to be from NES telling them that it has not received a payment, says Tim Hill, NES spokesman.
Hill said that NES does not make any type of outgoing collection calls and that the call is a ploy to get personal or banking information from unsuspecting customers.
Also, the utility cautions customers to be wary of any claims for payment from someone in person. NES employees in the field do not collect or solicit cash from customers for an electric bill payment or any type of work they perform.
DAVIDSON COUNTY
Nashville Electric Service is warning customers to be cautious if they receive an automated call claiming that NES has not received their electric bill payment.
The Nashville-based utility says some customers have received automated calls claiming to be from NES telling them that it has not received a payment, says Tim Hill, NES spokesman.
Hill said that NES does not make any type of outgoing collection calls and that the call is a ploy to get personal or banking information from unsuspecting customers.
Also, the utility cautions customers to be wary of any claims for payment from someone in person. NES employees in the field do not collect or solicit cash from customers for an electric bill payment or any type of work they perform.
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
How the stimulus helps laid-off workers
By Kimberly Lankford
Several provisions in the stimulus bill aid recently unemployed workers.
Help with health-insurance bills.
When you lose or leave your job, you can generally continue coverage through your employer's health-insurance plan for up to 18 months through a federal program called COBRA. You can't be rejected or charged more because of your health.
But the costs of COBRA coverage are very high. While employers usually pay about three-fourths of the premiums for their current employees, that subsidy disappears for laid-off workers -- leaving them with an average annual bill of $12,680 for family coverage, according to the Kaiser Family Foundation.
The stimulus provides a 65% subsidy to help cover the cost of COBRA for up to nine months. To qualify, a worker must be involuntarily terminated between September 1, 2008, and December 31, 2009. The subsidy ends if you find a job and your new employer offers health-care coverage or you become eligible for Medicare.
Workers who have lost their jobs since September 1, 2008, but didn't elect COBRA will be given 60 days to elect COBRA and receive the subsidy after being notified by their former employer that they are again eligible. To qualify, your income for the year must be less than $125,000 for individuals and $250,000 for families.
Keep in mind, however, that not all laid-off workers qualify for COBRA. The federal law requires only companies with 20 or more employees to offer COBRA benefits (some states have similar programs, or "mini COBRAs," for smaller companies), and COBRA is available only if an employer continues to offer health benefits to employees. If the employer discontinues its health-insurance plan entirely or goes out of business, there is no COBRA.
If COBRA coverage is not available, you may be able to get an individual health-insurance policy or, if you have health problems, you may be able to get coverage if your state has a high-risk pool or some type of continuation policy. See Keeping Coverage After a Job Loss for more information about your health-insurance options after a layoff.
Bigger and longer unemployment benefits.
The stimulus bill also increases weekly unemployment benefits by $25 through 2009. The amount of your unemployment benefits continues to vary based on your previous income and your state, but everyone will receive an extra $25 per week. This increase is automatic -- people who are receiving benefits won't need to take any special steps to boost their benefits. But it may take a few weeks for the state unemployment offices to reprogram their software programs and add the extra money, says Rich Hobbie, executive director of the National Association of State Workforce Agencies.
Plus, people collecting unemployment benefits get a tax break. Unemployment benefits are usually subject to federal income tax. But people receiving unemployment benefits in 2009 will be able to exclude the first $2,400. Any benefits you receive beyond that in 2009 will be subject to federal income tax.
The bill also extends the emergency unemployment-compensation program, which provides up to 33 weeks of extended unemployment benefits to workers who exhaust their regular benefits. Contact your state unemployment-benefits office for more information about receiving extended benefits (see the unemployment benefits map for links.
For more information about collecting unemployment benefits, see What You Need to Know About
Several provisions in the stimulus bill aid recently unemployed workers.
Help with health-insurance bills.
When you lose or leave your job, you can generally continue coverage through your employer's health-insurance plan for up to 18 months through a federal program called COBRA. You can't be rejected or charged more because of your health.
But the costs of COBRA coverage are very high. While employers usually pay about three-fourths of the premiums for their current employees, that subsidy disappears for laid-off workers -- leaving them with an average annual bill of $12,680 for family coverage, according to the Kaiser Family Foundation.
The stimulus provides a 65% subsidy to help cover the cost of COBRA for up to nine months. To qualify, a worker must be involuntarily terminated between September 1, 2008, and December 31, 2009. The subsidy ends if you find a job and your new employer offers health-care coverage or you become eligible for Medicare.
Workers who have lost their jobs since September 1, 2008, but didn't elect COBRA will be given 60 days to elect COBRA and receive the subsidy after being notified by their former employer that they are again eligible. To qualify, your income for the year must be less than $125,000 for individuals and $250,000 for families.
Keep in mind, however, that not all laid-off workers qualify for COBRA. The federal law requires only companies with 20 or more employees to offer COBRA benefits (some states have similar programs, or "mini COBRAs," for smaller companies), and COBRA is available only if an employer continues to offer health benefits to employees. If the employer discontinues its health-insurance plan entirely or goes out of business, there is no COBRA.
If COBRA coverage is not available, you may be able to get an individual health-insurance policy or, if you have health problems, you may be able to get coverage if your state has a high-risk pool or some type of continuation policy. See Keeping Coverage After a Job Loss for more information about your health-insurance options after a layoff.
Bigger and longer unemployment benefits.
The stimulus bill also increases weekly unemployment benefits by $25 through 2009. The amount of your unemployment benefits continues to vary based on your previous income and your state, but everyone will receive an extra $25 per week. This increase is automatic -- people who are receiving benefits won't need to take any special steps to boost their benefits. But it may take a few weeks for the state unemployment offices to reprogram their software programs and add the extra money, says Rich Hobbie, executive director of the National Association of State Workforce Agencies.
Plus, people collecting unemployment benefits get a tax break. Unemployment benefits are usually subject to federal income tax. But people receiving unemployment benefits in 2009 will be able to exclude the first $2,400. Any benefits you receive beyond that in 2009 will be subject to federal income tax.
The bill also extends the emergency unemployment-compensation program, which provides up to 33 weeks of extended unemployment benefits to workers who exhaust their regular benefits. Contact your state unemployment-benefits office for more information about receiving extended benefits (see the unemployment benefits map for links.
For more information about collecting unemployment benefits, see What You Need to Know About
Friday, March 6, 2009
Davidson County crime log for Feb. 26 - March 1, 2009
CRIME LOG
These are the most serious calls handled by the Metro police, listed by time, crime reported and address. Some reports may be unfounded. Police calls are listed by police precinct or town. When police cannot immediately determine the location of a crime, the address given is that of the police station or hospital where the crime was reported.
To see list check out the following link:http://www.tennessean.com/article/20090305/MICRO021301/903060365/1553/COUNTY01
These are the most serious calls handled by the Metro police, listed by time, crime reported and address. Some reports may be unfounded. Police calls are listed by police precinct or town. When police cannot immediately determine the location of a crime, the address given is that of the police station or hospital where the crime was reported.
To see list check out the following link:http://www.tennessean.com/article/20090305/MICRO021301/903060365/1553/COUNTY01
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Davidson County crime log from Feb. 21-25
These are the most serious calls handled by the Metro police, listed by time, crime reported and address. Some reports may be unfounded. Police calls are listed by police precinct or town. When police cannot immediately determine the location of a crime, the address given is that of the police station or hospital where the crime was reported.
To see the total listing see:http://www.tennessean.com/article/20090304/COUNTY0104/903040338/1196/COUNTY01
To see the total listing see:http://www.tennessean.com/article/20090304/COUNTY0104/903040338/1196/COUNTY01
A loose dog will cost you
By Andy Humbles • THE TENNESSEAN • March 4, 2009
Metro is considering a bill that would raise the daily boarding fee from $4 per day to $18 per day for dogs picked up by Animal Control because they are running at large.
The ordinance also stipulates dogs picked up and claimed by their owners that don't have a microchip identification implant will receive one at a cost of $25.
Council members Phil Claiborne and Karen Bennett sponsored the ordinance, which has passed two votes and was scheduled to be up for the third and final reading on March 3. Three passing votes are required for approval.
"The $4 per day fee was established in 1989, and there has been no change to the fee structure,'' Claiborne said. "The boarding fees weren't covering the actual cost. And (the ordinance's intent is) to keep dogs from running at large and provide a deterrent for folks who are not always responsible.''
The ordinance does not change the one-time $50 impound fee. An owner would be subject to paying for any necessary vaccinations the dog may need as well.
Cost for the Animal Control Department to provide care for a dog can vary.
First-day needs, other than food and boarding, could include necessary medications and shots, flea treatments, cleaning and treating injuries. Hager said it's not unusual for the first day price tag to be $40, not including administrative costs.
In 2008, the Animal Control Department picked up 8,131 dogs, of which 655 were returned to owners, according to Brent Hagar, director of the Metro Health Department's environmental services.
"I want to see (animals) provided with good care and food, and there is not a professional boarding facility in this county that could provide even minimal care for $4 a day,'' said Mary Pat Boatfield, executive director of the Nashville Humane Association.
Boatfield believed the cost of the microchip implant would also be less than what many veterinarians would charge.
Microchips are the best way to provide a record of when an animal has been in custody of Animal Control, which Claiborne said is needed. He said some there are suspicions that some dogs are picked up more than once, but their owners claim they are different dogs.
The ordinance originally asked for an $18 daily boarding fee, with it jumping up to $28 for repeat incidences. But it was changed to a consistent $18 per day when it was determined that only the courts can impose a fee for punitive purposes, Claiborne said.
Out of the $18 boarding fee, $3 will be dedicated to an animal education fund that will stress responsible pet ownership and the importance to spay and neuter.
The ordinance specifically states the change in boarding fee relates to dogs.
Dogs and cats picked up by Animal Control who are not owned or go unclaimed are eligible for adoption provided they pass a temperament test and meet health guidelines.
Dogs who do not meet adoption requirements have to be euthanized. Not all dogs eligible for adoption find homes, and they have to be euthanized.
The $4 per day boarding fee is charged for cats that are boarded by Metro Animal Control and are reclaimed by an owner, Hager said. The ordinance going through Metro Council specially addresses dogs.
Future legislation would need to be passed to change the daily boarding fee for cats. However, very few cats impounded are ever reclaimed by an owner, Hager said.
The percentage of dogs generally adopted is around 50 percent, Hager said.
Cats are generally adopted at a rate less than that.
Metro is considering a bill that would raise the daily boarding fee from $4 per day to $18 per day for dogs picked up by Animal Control because they are running at large.
The ordinance also stipulates dogs picked up and claimed by their owners that don't have a microchip identification implant will receive one at a cost of $25.
Council members Phil Claiborne and Karen Bennett sponsored the ordinance, which has passed two votes and was scheduled to be up for the third and final reading on March 3. Three passing votes are required for approval.
"The $4 per day fee was established in 1989, and there has been no change to the fee structure,'' Claiborne said. "The boarding fees weren't covering the actual cost. And (the ordinance's intent is) to keep dogs from running at large and provide a deterrent for folks who are not always responsible.''
The ordinance does not change the one-time $50 impound fee. An owner would be subject to paying for any necessary vaccinations the dog may need as well.
Cost for the Animal Control Department to provide care for a dog can vary.
First-day needs, other than food and boarding, could include necessary medications and shots, flea treatments, cleaning and treating injuries. Hager said it's not unusual for the first day price tag to be $40, not including administrative costs.
In 2008, the Animal Control Department picked up 8,131 dogs, of which 655 were returned to owners, according to Brent Hagar, director of the Metro Health Department's environmental services.
"I want to see (animals) provided with good care and food, and there is not a professional boarding facility in this county that could provide even minimal care for $4 a day,'' said Mary Pat Boatfield, executive director of the Nashville Humane Association.
Boatfield believed the cost of the microchip implant would also be less than what many veterinarians would charge.
Microchips are the best way to provide a record of when an animal has been in custody of Animal Control, which Claiborne said is needed. He said some there are suspicions that some dogs are picked up more than once, but their owners claim they are different dogs.
The ordinance originally asked for an $18 daily boarding fee, with it jumping up to $28 for repeat incidences. But it was changed to a consistent $18 per day when it was determined that only the courts can impose a fee for punitive purposes, Claiborne said.
Out of the $18 boarding fee, $3 will be dedicated to an animal education fund that will stress responsible pet ownership and the importance to spay and neuter.
The ordinance specifically states the change in boarding fee relates to dogs.
Dogs and cats picked up by Animal Control who are not owned or go unclaimed are eligible for adoption provided they pass a temperament test and meet health guidelines.
Dogs who do not meet adoption requirements have to be euthanized. Not all dogs eligible for adoption find homes, and they have to be euthanized.
The $4 per day boarding fee is charged for cats that are boarded by Metro Animal Control and are reclaimed by an owner, Hager said. The ordinance going through Metro Council specially addresses dogs.
Future legislation would need to be passed to change the daily boarding fee for cats. However, very few cats impounded are ever reclaimed by an owner, Hager said.
The percentage of dogs generally adopted is around 50 percent, Hager said.
Cats are generally adopted at a rate less than that.
Sunday, March 1, 2009
Homeowners Meeting For February 25, 2009
In attendance: Gary Peterson, Fran Oroson, Jim Curley, Bob Wolfgang, Gerry Kovolchuk, Mindy Schwartz. No homeowners were present at the meeting.
Gary called the meeting to order and opened the floor with Election of Officers.
New Officers:
New Officers:
President: Gerry Kovolchuk
Vice president: Bob Wolgang
Secretary: Mindy Schwartz
*Went over monthly reports.
*Painting of the doors and shutters for Phase 1 Units will be done. Someone will have to beat home, because, the door will have to be left open. There will be four colors that the homeowners will have to choose from. If people have painted their doors other colors than allowed they will be painted over.
*Need to have a letter sent out to homeowners that if they are going to make changes to the outside of their condo, they have to be first approved by the homeowner. If approved they will have to sign a letter accepting responsibility and that the HOA will not be responsible for any damage caused by the changes.
*If homeowners are having problems with the light by their door or garage the HOA would look into the possibility of hiring someone to fix or replace the lights at a discounted price that will be paid by the homeowner.
*Still some issues with sink holes by some units.
*There will be someone coming out to price Unit 100 for a wall in the back of the condo because of falling rocks and trees. Other units connected will have to be taken care of too.
*The minutes of the meetings will now appear at www.nashborogreens.com and a community blog that has been setup at www.thenashborogreensunderground.blogspot.com. This blog is also used to keep the Greens Homeowners updated with any information going on and around our district. This blog is for informational purposes only. All questions, problems etc will still need to be sent to email
address nashborogreens@yahoo.com.
*Need to know what units are rented and if so, need to have contact information of who is renting and how they can be reached.
*Just a reminder to pet owners that there is a leash law and that you need to clean up after your pets.
Instead of sending out multiple letters to the homeowners a “Newsletter” will be sent out shortly discussing the issues above.
Have a great month everyone!
Secretary: Mindy Schwartz
*Went over monthly reports.
*Painting of the doors and shutters for Phase 1 Units will be done. Someone will have to beat home, because, the door will have to be left open. There will be four colors that the homeowners will have to choose from. If people have painted their doors other colors than allowed they will be painted over.
*Need to have a letter sent out to homeowners that if they are going to make changes to the outside of their condo, they have to be first approved by the homeowner. If approved they will have to sign a letter accepting responsibility and that the HOA will not be responsible for any damage caused by the changes.
*If homeowners are having problems with the light by their door or garage the HOA would look into the possibility of hiring someone to fix or replace the lights at a discounted price that will be paid by the homeowner.
*Still some issues with sink holes by some units.
*There will be someone coming out to price Unit 100 for a wall in the back of the condo because of falling rocks and trees. Other units connected will have to be taken care of too.
*The minutes of the meetings will now appear at www.nashborogreens.com and a community blog that has been setup at www.thenashborogreensunderground.blogspot.com. This blog is also used to keep the Greens Homeowners updated with any information going on and around our district. This blog is for informational purposes only. All questions, problems etc will still need to be sent to email
address nashborogreens@yahoo.com.
*Need to know what units are rented and if so, need to have contact information of who is renting and how they can be reached.
*Just a reminder to pet owners that there is a leash law and that you need to clean up after your pets.
Instead of sending out multiple letters to the homeowners a “Newsletter” will be sent out shortly discussing the issues above.
Have a great month everyone!
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