NEWSLETTER
4th QUARTER  (JAN-MARCH 2004)

A Message From The President

Another year comes to a close. It is important to review the accomplishments of the past year in order to set objective standards and effectively plan for the coming year 2005. In the year 2004, Cabrini residents have experienced implementation of fresh ideas in our community resulting in positive influences to the quality of life within our association. The Board of Directors would like to carry this momentum forward and produce an even better Cabrini Villas. 

The parking plan implemented during 2004 has been an overwhelming success. Parking spaces are now available for guests; and more residents are using their garages for the intended purpose of parking their own cars.  Please note that current parking permits will be valid until February 28, 2005. New 2005 parking permits will be available at the Cabrini office in January and will be valid for the entire year of 2005. The cost of a permit remains $30.

The community has seen the emergence of the energized Architectural and Judicial Committees that assist the Board in requiring compliance of the Architectural Control Policy and CVHOA Rules and Regulations. The majority of homeowners who have received non-compliance notices have conceded to follow the rules knowing that it serves and promotes higher property values. Please feel free to decorate the outside of your unit with holiday lights – but keep in mind they must be removed by January 15.

Everyone by now should be aware of the 2.93% increase in your monthly assessment, effective January 1, 2005. The additional $9 a month will add $93,204 to our reserve account by the end of the year.

In the spirit of the holiday season, I thought it would be nice to list a few things we should be thankful for:

 We should be thankful that we have a vibrant and dynamic community. We should be happy that 2004 was the year that we brought our full time General Manager back on board to address all of our concerns as homeowners. We should be thankful that we have an effective Board of Directors that work together and all respect each other. We should be thankful for all of our committed committee members who give of their time without complaint. We should be thankful for our highest home values in history—a testament of what the market thinks of our community. We should be thankful for the never-ending work of LA City Councilwoman Wendy Greuel and the decorated Police Officers that visited our clubhouse in November. We should be thankful for the $250,000 saved this year from reduced cable and insurance costs. We should be thankful for the tremendous staff of Cabrini Villas who work every day to make our neighborhood better. And maybe most of all, we should be thankful for the changed tone of Cabrini during the past year. So many people comment to me how much better things are - and many others say, “it’s never been better.” Your Board and the management of Cabrini HOA take great pride in this feeling and we greatly appreciate your trust.

 On behalf of the entire Cabrini Villas HOA Management and Board of Directors, I wish each of you a very happy holiday season and a safe and prosperous new year.  

Michael Eastman, President
Cabrini Villas HOA
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Cabrini Villas Homeowners Express Gratitude To Local Government

Monday, November 29, 2004, the CVHOA Board of Directors hosted an event honoring 12 Senior Lead and Police Officers of the Foothill Division along with Assistant District Attorney Ayelet Levy. LA City Councilwoman Wendy Greuel was the keynote speaker and presenter of the City of Los Angeles Distinction Award(s) to the deserving officers and district attorney.

 During the awards ceremony, the following were recognized for their exemplary work and tireless dedication to duty. The recipients of the awards have given personal attention in making a positive and cooperative union between law enforcement and the community. The combined team effort of the narcotics officers, lead officers and the city attorney’s office in  producing diligent work has led to improved quality of life for the areas’ residents to help restore the public’s confidence and reduce the fear of crime. 

Ms. Greuel, emphasized in her speech, before a packed audience of CVHOA homeowners, the need to support our local police officers in their difficult mission of keeping peace and order in every LA community, despite being critically understaffed. It is important for the City of Los Angeles to find ways to afford the additional requirements for police officers. According to Ms. Greuel, she is dedicating herself to attaining this goal. 

Monthly Assessment Increased by $9.00 per month……

The Board of Directors accepted the recommendation of the Finance Committee, Chaired by Mr. Joseph Malinko, to increase the monthly assessment by $9.00 per unit per month.  According to the committee’s budget proposal, the operations will continue to function on the basis of the $307.00 funding and the balance of the assessment which is the increased portion ($ 9.00) will be used to strengthen the reserve fund. 

The budget proposal was submitted to the Board of Directors with the unanimous agreement of all committee members.  The Board voted unanimously on the motion presented by Board Treasurer Bill Williams to increase the monthly assessment to $ 316.00. Effective January 1, 2005, the monthly assessment will be $ 316.00. 

Board President Michael Eastman explained that the purpose of the increase was to add to the reserve contribution which will increase from $32,850.00 to $40,617.00.  He emphasized that the additional $ 9.00 assessment will be directly deposited to the Reserve Account on a monthly basis. 

Board Secretary  Alex D. Aloia PhD, got confirmation from General Manager Paul Policarpio that the operations funding is sufficient to provide adequate and effective services to members at the $307.00 funding level for operations; guaranteeing that the $ 9.00 increase will not be diverted.    

Cabrini Aces Compete for Senior 4.0 National Title in Tucson, Arizona

The Cabrini Aces won 2 matches and lost 2 matches in Tucson, Arizona on October 29 and 30. Representing Southern California, Cabrini Aces defeated Caribbean 2-1 and Southwest 2-1. A loss to Southern, represented by a team from Chattanooga, Tennessee, was pivotal in the final standings. Southern defeated Cabrini Aces 2-1 with the deciding match ending in a super tiebreak score of 12-10.  

Another loss to Middle States by score of 2-1, kept Cabrini Aces from advancing to the next level. Southern defeated Texas 2-1 in the semi-finals and Midwest 3-0 in the finals to win the National Championship. It was clear to all the members of Cabrini Aces that only a few points kept the team from defeating Southern, the National Champs. Team members who made the trip to Arizona included Captain Ron Simmons, Co-Captain Sal Zimmitti, David Reddie, Ruben Zakarian, Jaime Hernandez, Tim McCarron, Rich Ortiz and Don Hildreth.

The four-day event in Tucson, Arizona was a most enjoyable experience for all the tennis players and their wives who attended. There were 17 men’s teams and 17 women’s teams that qualified to participate in the National Championships from over 1,600 teams within the United States and Puerto Rico. A Halloween dinner/dance party, sponsored by the USTA, was held on Saturday evening. Some of the tennis players came with amusing and creative costumes. Although the Cabrini Aces did not attain a National Championship, the camaraderie and socializing that took place among team members, their wives and opposing players will be remembered for a long time. The Cabrini Aces have a fierce motivation now to make it to the National Championships again.  

Parking Committee

Newly designated Parking Committee Chairwoman Chris Simmons pushes for a Rules and Regulations handbook to be distributed to all CVHOA residents.  According to the minutes of the committee meeting presented to the Board, this would simplify and clarify all rules and regulations for all residents and prevent disputes over violations of rules for a smoother enforcement by Security and Office Management. The suggestion is to be discussed and decided on by the Board in the upcoming January 25, 2005 meeting.  

The committee observed that there were some families owning 4 or more vehicles residing in a single unit. As a reminder, a second permit can only be issued upon written request by the resident. The following requirements MUST be satisfied:

1)  The address on all vehicle registrations MUST be a Cabrini Villas address.  Vehicles MUST be registered to a Cabrini Resident;

2)  The garage is subject to inspection before issuance of a permit; and at any time after - for purposes of confirming that 2 vehicles are capable of being parked inside the garage area; if during the tenure of the permit it is determined that the garage is not used for the purpose of parking 2 vehicles, the permit is revocable and the fee is non-refundable;

3)  Payment of $ 60.00 parking permit fee.

The Committee reported to the Board that there are now sufficient guest parking spaces available. More and more homeowners are using their garage for parking cars instead of warehousing personal affects. The Board of Directors and the Committee remain grateful to homeowners for their willingness to promote equitable parking for all and provide parking spaces to Cabrini visitors.

Dear Neighbor

 In an effort to bring our community up to the standards put forth in out Cabrini Villas Architectural Control Policy, the Committee has prepared a bullet point overview of these policies.  For a complete copy, please visit the office or the website at www.cabrinivillashoa.com.

 Kindly look this over to see if you are in compliance with these policies and correct any infractions within two weeks. If you received an infraction notice and have a waiver, please inform the office. Otherwise, you are encouraged to comply with the policy as soon as practicable.

 After the two week period from receipt of the non compliance form, the members of the Architectural Committee will inform the HOA office and the Judicial Committee of the progress.

 Please be reminded that as a member of the Cabrini Villas, what you do to the outside of your unit impacts the whole community, so any changes you wish to make need to be within the guidelines laid out in the Covenants, Controls and Restrictions (the CC&R’s) and the Architectural Control Policy approved by the Board of Directors.

• Front entry doors as described and pictured.  Color is mahogany – no other color is allowed
• Screen doors must be made of steel with mounted metal frame and color mahogany
• Patio slab extensions only to longest wing wall. Dimensions are described
• No carpeting or Astroturf allowed on patio or front entry. Only approved tiles or brick in earth tones
• Patio can not be used as general storage area
• Plants must be maintained in good condition
• Stained, faded or broken tiles need to be replaced
• No type of shutters, roll-up security, sun screens, bamboo screens or any coverings may be attached to exterior patio door or walls
• No clotheslines or racks for drying clothes are permitted
• Nothing may be added to balcony fence/railing or above it on railing top
• No sun protector over sliding door
• Only professionally installed pet doors are allowed.  Waiver may be revoked if problems arise
• Approved patio enclosures are now allowed.  ee office for waiver and details
• New garage doors have been approved
• Broken window panes must be replaced
• Must notify office of any bulky item pickup and obtain a tag
• Window glass must be clear or opaque (not lead, stained or beveled)
• Door must be brown to match trim of garage
• No sunshades or metal foil on windows is allowed
• Cracked or broken windows must be replace immediately
• All windows and patio doors must have screens per County Ordinance
• Kitchen garden windows must be uncluttered and in good taste
• Plants in front of units are maintained by CVHOA. Call office for replacements if yours are dead or missing
• Growing vegetable plants is not permitted
• Plants are not allowed on top of railing ledge on balcony. These pose a danger
• Plant containers are allowed on the private streets behind units between garage doors, as noted in policy Rules
• Patio fences must conform to specification listed in Rules. They include size, height and design regulations
• Satellite dishes must meet all requirements listed in Rules and be installed by authorized dealer
• Patio can not be used to house or keep your animals
• Any broken, rotted patio furniture needs to be removed. Indoor furniture is not allowed on patio
• Unused or broken planters need to be planted with appropriate foliage or attaching plants to walls of patio is prohibited
• No water coolers are allowed on patios
• Leaves and debris which has built up must be cleaned off
• Garden hoses must be detached after use. They are not allowed to be hooked up outside garages
• Decals and stickers are not allowed on outside or inside of windows
• Seed bird feeders are not allowed
• It is unlawful to leave any type of food or water out for wildlife
• Nothing should be hanging from light fixtures
• Sidewalks can not be defaced with anything be it permanent or temporary (ie: chalk)
• Holiday lights and decorations can not be put up before Thanksgiving and must be removed by January 15^th
• Patio and balcony railings can not be used to hang anything other than plants
• Planters on railings must be inside patio or balcony
• No private belongings are allowed in common area (ie: picnic tables, flags, decorations, advertising, barbecues, etc.)
• No additional lighting can be attached to outer ceiling or sides of patios or balconies
• Contractors need to check in with office before starting work for waiver clearance
• Flag holders are for displaying American flags only following proper protocol which is to remove them at sunset or be sure a light is illuminating it.

 We appreciate your taking the time to look this over and your efforts in keeping our community beautiful.

 The Architectural Committee

Parents Note

Parents with minor children are reminded to familiarize themselves with the City of Los Angeles Municipal Code Chapter IV-Public, Welfare Article 5 –Minors Sec.45.03. Copy of which is found herewith. The ordinance deals with curfew restrictions for minors as well as parental responsibilities. This holiday season, your teens are more inclined to spend a lot of time outdoors. Being familiar with the ordinance can assist you in educating your children on certain legal restrictions that affect them.  In the past, to avoid any misunderstanding and inconvenience to all concerned it is wise to spend sometime discussing this matter with you love ones.