RAMONA VILLAS HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA
PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA
WELCOME TO RAMONA VILLAS
A COMMUNITY IN THE WARM SANDS NEIGHBORHOOD
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Joe Carlson, President
Tim Hayes, Vice President
Jan Eging, Secretary
Scott Ogden, Treasurer, webmaster@ramonavillas.net
Phil Polizatto, Member at Large
www.hungadunga.org
Jim Grontkowski, Maintenance Director
jimmyg@dc.rr.com
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NEW Voices from the Villas On line Now!
ATTENTION HOMEOWNERS OF
RAMONA VILLAS
2/15/2010
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The fruit from the all the citrus trees must be removed by February 28, 2010. We must do this to prevent rodent problems on the property in the future.If you don't have a need for your fruit, you may donate it to the city for distribution to the needy. The bins are located at 425 N Civic Drive.
If you are unable to remove the fruit from the tree in your backyard by the end of February, please notify the Maintenance Director and we will have the citrus removed for you. There is a $25.00 charge to do this (as stated in the past years).
Jim Grontkowski
Maintenance Director
(760) 323-7703
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2nd Annual St. Patrick’s Day Gathering
In the Clubhouse
Everyone is invited, homeowners & tenants!!!!
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Menu includes:
Corned Beef & Cabbage
Small White Potatoes
Irish Soda Bread
Shamrock Cupcakes
Soft Drinks
Luck o’ the Irish "Green Beer”
$5.00 per person
50 cent "Green Beer”
Please RSVP by March 12th, if you plan on attending so we can prepare enough food & drinks for everyone.
760.323.7703
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The Palm Springs Office of Sustainability has a new green HELPLINE. Call 760-778-UGREEN for up to date information on upcoming events, educational opportunities and green tips. Also, see our list of upcoming events below and keep up with us on the web by visiting www.yoursustainablecity.com. Our big thanks to Palm Springs Library staff for their amazing work in creating sustainable events for the community. If you would like to keep receiving updates via email, please call 760-323-8214 to be added to the group email list.
REMINDERS AND NEWS
Citrus Collection – Now until April at 425 N. Civic Drive (follow signs), Volunteers are needed. Please call 323-8214
Tuesday, March 9, 6:30 p.m., Nature Lecture: Learn More About the Earth watch Institute. See a presentation from an Earth watch volunteer and learn how you can use your next vacation to help the earth. The lecture will begin at 6:30 p.m. in The Learning Center (TLC). The Palm Springs Public Library is located at 300 S. Sunrise Way, on the corner of Baristo and Sunrise in Palm Springs. 760-322-READ, www.palmspringslibrary.org
Monday, March 22, 6 p.m.- World Water Day, The Office of Sustainability will give away free low flow water aerators, National Geographic’s Water for Tomorrow and educational materials in the Large Conference Room @ 6 p.m.
Tuesday, March 23, 6 p.m. - Library Film Series - The Palm Springs Sustainability Commission & the Palm Springs Green Scene presents a ‘Sustainable Community’ Film Series. Watch a film (title to be announced) and then join in the discussion about what steps we can take locally to maintain our quality of life. The program will be two hours and will begin at 6:00 p.m. in The Learning Center (TLC), seating is limited. The Palm Springs Public Library is located at 300 S. Sunrise Way, on the corner of Baristo and Sunrise in Palm Springs, 760-322-READ, www.palmspringslibrary.org
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LOW ENERGY WINDOWS AND DOORS
The homeowner's association has negotiated special pricing for residents interested in replacing their windows and doors with energy star rated glass and insulated frames. We are not endorsing any particular company and you are free to select any reputable business to replace your windows but you must make a request to the board in writing and they must conform to the bronze color of the original windows. Contact Jimmy G if you would like to view new windows and doors that have already been installed at Ramona Villas.
Here is the information for our approved vendor. They already know the type of windows and color required to meet HOA standards and will include the HOA discount along with other discounts including a senior citizen discount. If you have any problems please contact Scott Ogden at
Sierra Window Concepts
Jim Palmer, District Manager
760-613-7464
wwjpalmer@live.com
swcwindows.com
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If you have any questions or concerns about landscaping, violation of our rules and regulations, security issues or other comments, please feel free to contact the board by email or contact our Maintenance Director - Jim Grontkowski (760) 323-7703
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Remember to recycle and help save the environment. Blue bins are located by all dumpsters. Please remember to break down all cardboard. All bins are created equal and you may place everything in the same bin such as glass, plastic, paper, bottles, etc.
Warm Sands Community Website
http://pswarmsands.com/index.html
City of Palm Springs
http://www.ci.palm-springs.ca.us/
Palm Springs Police Department
http://www.pspd.com/
County or Riverside
http://www.countyofriverside.us/
You must notify our manager Jimmy G when new tenants move into the villas. Please include a check for $25 as mentioned in the rules and regulations. Jimmy will change the gate code for your tenant and also the name on the mailbox. We would ask that ALL landlords please provide your tenants with a copy of the rules and regulations. Maybe place them in a binder and make sure the tenant is aware of them. We will start enforcing the fines, especially regarding parking and any other violations. REMEMBER, you can have two vehicleson the property, one in a carport and the other in a guest spot. If you have more than 2 vehicles that belong to you or your tenants ALL other vehicles must be parked on the street.
We are currently issuing parking permits for 2 vehicles and temporary permits for guests and seasonal renters. Anyone that stays in the villas more than 72 hours must contact Jimmy G for a parking permit or the vehicle will be ticketed.
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If you do not live on the property, please give an extra key to Jimmy G so that he can enter your unit in case of emergency. The keys are locked up and no one else has access to them. Often the emergency is in a vacant unit and without a key valuable time is wasted in calling a locksmith to open the door. If you have rekeyed your door please verify that Jimmy G has the new key. If you will be away from the property for an extended period of time we suggest that you shut off the water to your home. If you have any questions how to do that please contact Jimmy G.
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MANY owners do no have insurance on their units. We highly recommend that you purchase an owner's policy if you live in your unit or if you rent your unit seasonally. If you have a long term renter please require them to purchase a renter's policy to cover their personal property against damage or theft. For questions, you can contact Jimmy G and he can refer you to the insurance agency that manages the HOA policy.
