The Lake Shore Community Association Newsletter, Aug 2007

ACC Request Procedure

1. Complete an ACC request form (either from the website or contact MSI for assistance).
2. Please note that you must complete the form and receive written approval from the ACC prior to making any changes.
3. According to the Bylaws, the ACC is allowed, at the very least, 45 days in which to meet with you concerning approval. Since this is the case, please remember to think ahead of time. There have been too many instances where homeowners are contacting the ACC or board members asking for their request to be expedited because the painters are literally there wanting to start.

Annual Meeting

If you are interested in one of the two spots that will be open on the Board of Directors, please fill out the attached board questionnaire and fax it back to 303-751-7396. If you have any questions, please contact your community manager.

Thank You for Your Help with the 4th of July Celebration

The 4th of July celebration was a great time for everyone who attended. It would not have been a success without the help of our Social Committee and the many volunteers like Perry and Prince Jones who brought their DJ equipment and played music throughout the day. Megan Bailey, Isabel Ford, and Jessie Kelly helped the children decorate their bikes and even got the fireman and parade going. The kids had a great time when the fireman sprayed them with the fire hose.

Wanda Henry kept the day going with the games she coordinated and the kids even won prizes. The day would not have been a success without the food that Lanna and Randy Bailey and Sophia Ford prepared. Did you see the smoke throughout the neighborhood the morning of the 4th? That was Randy grilling 200 hamburgers. An event this large would not be complete without the help of those individuals who set up and clean up and this year our helpers were Craig Bailey, Cire Ford, Tracy Ford, Lisa & Dave Kelly, Jessie Kelly, Megan Bailey, and Isabel Ford. Thanks again for all of your hard work. Without volunteers these community events would not be as successful.

The Lake

In addition, the board has been working with several contractors (including Aqua Sierra) to coordinate the installation of a new vault in the common area which will improve water flow and aeration to the lake. This will improve the overall condition of the lake and enhance its long-term appearance. If you have any questions, please contact your community manager.

Your Community Manager

Community Inspections

First, your community manager is looking at the common areas (the lake, the turf areas, etc.) to determine issues and contact the appropriate parties if action needs to be taken.

Secondly, your community manager inspects the community looking for violations of the association's legal documents (Covenant violations). It is in everyone's best interests in the HOA to make sure your home and the homes surrounding you are looking the best they can. The community manager follows the association's fine policy for all violations. If you have any questions, please contact your community manager.

National Night Out

Neighborhood Watch Block Captains

Barbecue Grill Safety

Take the rocks out and give them a good washing. Then take apart the flame tubes known as venturi tubes and clean them with a venturi brush. General buildup and spiders' nests can cause the venturi tubes to block, causing poor propane flow from the tank. This can cause backflow to the tank and may result in a severe explosion.

Always check the connections on the propane bottle itself. When you hook up a refilled bottle, make a solution of soapy water and brush it around the connection. Turn the gas on full for a few seconds. If you see bubbles, it means you have a loose connection and a gas leak.

Make sure you are always near the grill when you are barbecuing. If it is windy, be very careful that the wind does not blow out the flame or cause it to be pulled back towards the tank. These are all very simple precautions, but they will make your grill cook more efficiently and give you the peace of mind of knowing your gas grill is safe.

Neighbor Knowledge

• Learn the names of your neighbors and offer a friendly Hello or Good Morning when you see them.
• Contact them before undertaking something that might affect them, such as hosting a party or getting a dog.
• Age, faith, ethnic background and marital status can affect lifestyles. Be aware of the differences between you, but hone in on what you have in common.
• If a neighbor does something you like, tell them!
• The best advice of all is to treat others as you would like to be treated. This attitude will pave the way for good neighborliness.

Our Association Is Online

Simply go to www.msihoa.com and click Sign In (upper right corner) to access our online association services. If you are new to the service, be sure to complete the Sign Up information to set up a user name and password to the private and secured portions of the site.

Resident Services: Puts our management office online to provide you with more convenience and an office that never closes. You can fill out Information Requests, Accounting Requests, Report a Violation, and other common forms.

Stay Connected: Find the latest scoop on community news instead of waiting for the newsletter for up-to-date announcements.

Calendar: Find out instantly what's happening in the community with our online community calendar. Whether it's the next board meeting, the community garage sale, or other special event, it will only take a moment to glance online at the calendar and find out what's going on.

Directory: Use the searchable directory for contact information such as names, e-mail addresses, and phone numbers. You can also voluntarily share information about yourself and seek other neighbors with common interests, such as favorite sports teams, hobbies, and clubs. Since the website is secured and password protected, only association members will have access to this information.

Resource Center: The Resource Center offers a secure, easy-to-organize, centralized location for important association documents, such as Covenants and Bylaws, association governance policies, financials, board meeting minutes, and more. Our association information is in one place, online and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Be sure to use the search capabilities to help you easily find exactly what you are looking for -- no more paging through documents when it's online and easy to find.

E-mail Notification: This service makes extensive use of e-mail to extend the reach and timeliness of our community information. In other words, we'll use e-mail to bring important information to you. If you haven't already signed up, go to My Profile and update your contact preferences.

Check Your Account/Pay Online: View your account history and current balance. This secured portion of the site requires an access code, which is requested by you while on the site and mailed within three to five business days.

Laura Moss, MSI Web Support

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