By Marlena Tremont
In a unanimous decision, the OVA Board voted to explore Master Plan Concept 3, called “A Walk in the Park,” as well as options 3 for both CAC and Berger as part of the development of a Master Plan for the Central Complex.
Video: 9-17-2024 Board Meeting
The Long Range Planning Committee recommended that the board move forward with additional details, including cost modeling and plan refinements.
“Our vote should not be construed as saying that we have decided as a board that we are going to do this and now we’re going to find out how much it‘s going to cost. Rather we are going to find out roughly what this look like cost wise so that will inform our decision about whether we are going to move forward with some of this,” said Director Mark Randol. He also said the board needed to be “on record” as having come together as a board in taking this next step.
Director Matt Oliver said that it is important for the community to understand that the decision to look at Concept Three means looking at the incremental costs of each of the plan’s component parts, something he says will take a lot of time. “This is a not an approach that would be engaged fully on the first day or month or whatever,” said Oliver. “This is something that would be engaged in a phased kind of strategic approach that could take years to implement partly because of the financial side of this and how we gather funds to do this.”
Christel Antone, OVA General Manager, further explained the Board’s action was the next step in the process and that the decision to further explore the concept would entail cost modeling and could also include further community input, town halls, workshops, participation by the user groups or whatever the board decides is necessary.
All plan concepts were on display in the CAC in July, and members were encouraged to provide feedback to the board.
Residents can view the Master Plan concepts on the OVA website at oakmontvillage.com/central-complex-area-design.
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At-a-Glance Summary September 17, 2024 OVA Board Meeting
By Harriet Palk
Committee Reports
Meet Your Neighbor: OEP Task Force (formerly OEPC) was separated into two – Emergency Communications (ham radios and zone communicators) and MYN Emergency Preparedness. Fifty-four percent Oakmont coverage. In discussion with Red Cross to set up in any rec centers as a mass shelter in a disaster. Distribution of “We are an MYN Neighborhood” yard signs. Red Flag Warning Today sandwich boards will be set out by residents in key locations around Oakmont. Monthly MYN Newsletter mailed out to approximately 300 coordinator addresses. MYN offers mentoring and supporting anyone who is willing to start a new MYN group in his/her neighborhood. Formed a MYN leadership council to engage more MYN community members and neighborhood coordinators. Doing presentations for local Oakmont real estate companies and agents to educate them about MYN and emergency preparedness. Will conduct a training session and communications plan for all OVA staff and continue to work closely with and support the OEP Task Force Zone Communicators.
Communications: The task force is currently working with IT Coordinator Trace Hernandez and Communications Director Crissi Langwell to discuss an updated design for the OVA’s website, oakmontvillage.com, which will start with a new look for the homepage. This change is expected to roll out on September 30 with more updated pages in the following months. A QR code will be placed at each facility to help residents report maintenance issues with their phones.
LRPC – Following recommendation, Board voted to direct Mitch at ALX to proceed with cost modeling to inform discussion about moving forward with focus on Master Plan 3 and Option 3 for Berger and CAC. (See News Story)
Bylaws Committee Update
Federal and state laws take precedence over OVA CC&Rs, Articles of Incorporation, Bylaws and Policies. Our governing documents must be updated to be in regulatory compliance to avoid conflicts. The Committee will work with our lawyer in order to proceed.
Title Transfer Resolution
Oakmont Village Association (OVA) formed the property holding corporation of Oakmont Village Property Corporation (OVPC), and OVA wishes to transfer the title of the properties of APN #016-160-028-000, Oak Leaf Drive, and APN #016-720-064-000, 450 Woodley Place, from OVPC to OVA. Board authorized President Klyn and Vice President Dearden to sign on behalf of the Association for this transaction.
Resignation
David Dearden is resigning from the Board because of health issues. A solicitation will go out for residents to apply to replace him, and it is hoped the position will be filled by the October board meeting. See information here: Board Director Opening