One of the most important duties of the Board of Directors is to maintain and improve the common elements of the property. These are some of the examples of improvements this past year.

 

o   Fully executed mailbox installation before years end 2021 - avoiding mail service disruption. 

-  Improvements in process to these 3 mailbox pavilion locations. 

·         Message center

·         In ground landscaping now that canopies are up

·         Solar motion sensor lighting

·         SOLD some excess: 1 mailbox CBU and 1 parcel locker in the amount of $3800 deposited in the Kihei Villages’ operating account in January 2022

 

o   Beginnings of Clubhouse update with new Kitchenette. Installation of the cabinets done by board members and staff, saving $5000 in installation costs.

-  We need to upgrade the clubhouse area to keep up with the increased property values and provide a value-added venue for the community. (See before and after photos below)

·         Interior improvements in process

·         Exterior playground area to be updated with new equipment

·         Investing in more chairs to accommodate more homeowners, to hold community meetings on the grounds

 

o   Landscaping improvements by way of committee 

-  Clubhouse entrance designed and planted by homeowner volunteers

 

o   New and improved updated website. The website had not been updated for 3 years.
(Current information is uploaded as it becomes available)

-  Members area access to; financials, minutes, governing documents, contracts, etc.

 

o   Rental of 21-202

-  After remaining unrented since December of 2018 and costing the community in monthly maintenance fees. This unit is no longer a loss of revenue, but now earning income. $2200 per month rent less the HOA fee of $475 = $1725 income monthly

 

o   Tree trimming "maintenance" contract – 3 years with Maui Arbor Scapes.

 

o   Alleviated exorbitant fees by Negotiation with Spectrum for internet only contract

 

o   Replacement of "the wave" fence along Kenolio

-  The Kenolio fence was long overdue for replacement as it posed a danger to foot traffic.  

 

o   Hiring of Jeremiah Buchanan as our general manager in September 2021. He has such a positive energy and true commitment to the betterment of our property.

 

o   Set new standards and higher priority for Maintenance of common areas by developing a workforce that can address the significant issues of the ongoing water leak problems- This approach will save the AOAO tens of thousands of dollars in outside contract costs

 

o   Full staircase replacements at bldg. 31 & 49 completed. Others are being prioritized for repairs.

 

o   Homeowner Lanai repairs done with others getting addressed as received.

 

o   Resolved safety and health issue related to lack of maintenance by owner (bldg. 60) that posed a health hazard - executed through Serve Pro. 

 

o   Reviewed and will implement new policy to enforce House Rules to address residents lack of compliance

 

o   New and improved Visitor parking signs. Larger and positioned in more prominent location, easier to read.

 

o   Updated to more durable and rust proof smoking benches.

 

o   Budget and finances under control, reserves in good shape after several months of operating cash tied up with accounting issues.

 

o   Will request volunteers with Community Spirit to form and serve on new committees after the Annual meeting

 

            The Board has been working together as a team with community focused energy. We want to thank the 1 year term directors for their contributions this past year: Adam Miller, Chris Hayes, John Thorpe, and Joan Cooper. We look forward to the possibility of continuing to work with them if they run again, and/or welcoming fresh new faces with the same positive energy, to join the team and continue to move us forward.

 

Sincerely,

 

Kihei Villages Board members through March 2023

 

Larry Zigler-President, Cheryl Horta-Treasurer, Ruby Makuch-Secretary, FritsBakker-Director, Frank Siminski-Director

 

 

 

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