Manager’s Messages

To the Owners and Tenants of Alicante,

January 2018- Board of Directors Meeting

The January 2018 Meeting will be held on Thursday, January 25, 2018 in the Community Room with Open Session beginning at 6:30pm. No meeting is held in the month of December.

Alicante Manager December Schedule

General Manager, Kelly Thomson will be on vacation December 18^th – 22^nd, please contact Action Property Management at 949-450-0202, community care and afterhours personnel will assist you.

Holiday Schedule

In observance of upcoming holidays, Action Property Management will be closed Friday, December 22, 2017 – Monday, December 25, 2017, as well as Monday, January 1, 2018. ABLE Engineering will close Monday, December 25, 2017 and Monday, January 1, 2018. In the event of a maintenance emergency, such as a flood, please contact Action Property Management at 949-450-0202.

Holiday Party

This year’s party was a knock-out! On behalf of the community, the Board would like to thank the Social Committee (and its helpers!) for hosting another terrific event!

Fire Safety

As a reminder to all, the following reminders are to improve fire safety for the building:

·         Never hang anything on fire sprinklers or associated pipes.

·         Don’t paint fire sprinklers

·         Ensure a 16-inch gap between objects and a fire sprinkler – especially important in closets containing sprinklers

·         Don’t disconnect smoke detectors. If a detector is making noise, it needs a new battery (see this bulletin for details), needs to be cleaned (see this bulletin for details) or it needs to be replaced (see this bulletin for details).

Hallway Carpet and Paint Project

As communicated earlier, the Board approved new paint, carpet, and other updates for the resident hallways on floors 1 thru 14. The project schedule currently shows the following target installation schedule:

·          New artwork in garage elevator lobbies, adjacent to floor numbers: Done

·         Stain condo front door thresholds: Reviewing

Note: Dates are subject to vendors’ schedules. Current schedule information is displayed in the left side of the Mail Room glass case.

Fitness Room Refresh Project

As described in the context of the Hallway Refresh Project, the Board intends to refresh common areas in phases. The Board has chosen the Fitness Room for the next refresh. More information regarding the Fitness Room Refresh project will be shared as it becomes available.

Replacement Parts for Condo Items

Looking for information regarding condo repairs?   The following bulletins may help!

·         Replacement washing machine hoses – click here

·         Replacement toilet flapper valve – click here

·         Replacement smoke detector – click here

·         Replacement LED kitchen light bulbs – click here

·         Replacement LED bathroom light bulbs – click here

·         Replacement HVAC filters – click here

·         Replacement garbage disposal – click here

·         Replacement dryer filter – click here

Free Wi-Fi in 1^st Floor Common Areas

The association has free Wi-Fi in the Lobby, the Fitness Room, and in/around the Community Room. See the Welcome Packet for Wi-Fi network names and passwords. The Welcome Packet is available to Owners on Vivo. Renters may get a copy of the Welcome Packet from their landlords.

Better TV picture / lower cost ?

If a better TV picture and lower TV costs appeal to you, you may want to use Alicante’s roof antenna to view local channels (ABC, NBC, CBS, PBS, etc.). This article gives a technical explanation of how a TV picture from a broadcast signal (off the air) can be better than a TV picture from cable. And this bulletin describes how you can connect to Alicante’s roof antenna to get local channels – in High Definition – for no monthly cost.

Sports-Free TV

If you don’t follow sports, but like other channels typically found on cable, the Philo streaming service may be for you. The service starts at $16/month. Channels on the new service include A&E, AMC, Animal Planet, BBC America, Comedy Central, Discovery Channel, Food Network, HGTV, HISTORY, Investigation Discovery (ID), IFC, Lifetime, MTV, Nickelodeon, TLC, Travel Channel and others. The service includes a DVR, plus on-demand programming.  For more info, look here and here.

Enjoy Theater – at Home?!

If you enjoy plays, musicals, dance performances, etc., you may enjoy watching the productions at home via streaming TV (many with closed captioning): BroadwayHD, Cennarium, Shakespeare from the Stratford Festival, etc. This article has related information.

Switching from a Cox Bundle

Did you know you can get local TV channels for no monthly cost using Alicante’s TV antenna system? Are you curious about streaming TV (Netflix, Hulu, Sling TV, DirecTV Now, etc.)? Do you know several telecom companies provide service to Alicante: Cox, ATT, Webpass? Given these options, it’s possible to switch from Cox. One resident switched and saved ~ $1000/year. For more information on your telecom options, and for steps for switching off a Cox bundle, you may want to take a look at this bulletin: Alicante OMC – Switching from a Cox bundle.

To the Owners and Tenants of Alicante,

November 2017- Board of Directors Meeting

The November 2017 Meeting will be held on Thursday, November 30, 2017 in the Community Room with Open Session beginning at 6:30pm.

Alicante Holiday Party

Please Join the Alicante Board of Directors for the Annual Alicante Holiday Party

When : Wednesday , November 29th at 6:00PM

Where: In the Alicante Community Room

Celebrate the season with friends, neighbors and staff! Beer, wine, water, appetizers, and cookies will be provided along with Santa’s Taco Bar! You are welcome to bring along additional drinks and holiday desserts to share and add to the fun.  Don’t forget to RSVP! The evite will be sent out soon.

Alicante Manager & Engineer October Schedule

Engineer, Patrick Freeman will be on vacation October 30^th – November 3^rd, please contact Action Property Management at 949-450-0202, community care and afterhours personnel will assist you.  During this week, Management will be onsite Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

Thanksgiving Schedule

In observance of Thanksgiving, Action Property Management and Able Engineering will be closed Thursday, November 23, 2016 – Friday, November 24, 2016.   In the event of a maintenance emergency, such as a flood, please contact Action Property Management at 949-450-0202.

Painting

The exterior metal trellis over the lobby entrance and commercial entrances, the railing around the outdoor cafe space, and the bike room walls will be painted this month. Pending the weather, the start date will be November 13^th-23^rd. Working hours for the painters will be from 8:00AM-4:30PM. Storage units in the bike room will be covered and the walls inside the storage units will NOT be painted.

Hallway Carpet and Paint Project

As communicated earlier, the Board approved new paint, carpet, and other updates for the resident hallways on floors 1 thru 14. The project schedule currently shows the following:

·         Hallway lighting updates: Installation complete

·         Hallway re-painting and re-carpeting: Complete

·         Hallway baseboard replacement: Complete

·         New condo unit doorbell buttons: Complete

·         New condo unit number signs: Complete

·         New hallway wood panels: Complete

·         Hallway signage updates: Complete

·         Stain condo front door thresholds: Researching

Note: Dates are subject to vendors’ schedules. Current schedule information is displayed in the left side of the Mail Room glass case.

Fitness Room Refresh Project

As described in the context of the Hallway Refresh Project, the Board intends to refresh common areas in phases. The Board has chosen the Fitness Room for the next refresh. More information regarding the Fitness Room Refresh project will be shared as it becomes available.

Bike Room Clean Up

At the Board’s direction, Management has begun a clean-up of bikes in the Bike Room to make the best use of its limited bike storage space.

1. Only bikes with an Alicante bike registration sticker may be stored in the Bike Room.

2. Submit a permit to Management to get an Alicante bike registration sticker for your bike.

3. Bikes that do not have an Alicante bike registration sticker will be moved from the Bike Room to another association storage room on September 27, 2017.

4. Unclaimed bikes in the association storage room will be donated to charity on November 27, 2017.

SDG&E Electric Charger Program

The Board is currently working with San Diego Gas and Electric (SDG&E) to evaluate the possibility of the Association qualifying for an SDG&E program that would install electric vehicle charging stations in the Alicante parking garage. As more information becomes available regarding the SDG&E project, it will be shared with the Community.Avoid Water Damage

Given Alicante’s age, the “P-trap” that drains your kitchen sink may be leaking, or almost corroded through. A number of residents have recently replaced their “P-traps” for this reason. Check your “P-trap” for drips, cracked connections, or other signs of age. You may want to contact a plumber for assistance. Don’t wait until it’s too late!Banker Hill Community Police Officer

If you have concerns regarding neighborhood safety, you may want to contact Officer Marlo J. Woods (619-744-9514) who is responsible for our Bankers Hill neighborhood.

Get It Done San Diego

You may want to install the free Android or iOS app on your mobile device so that you can report neighborhood concerns like potholes, tree hazards, side walk repairs, etc. For more information, see this webpage: https://www.sandiego.gov/get-it-done

Council Member Chris Woods

The Councilman was a recent guest at a Banker Hill Community gathering. If you’ve got questions or concerns for the Councilman, please call him at (619) 236-6633 or email him at christopherward@sandiego.gov .

Improved Cell Phone Reception

To improve cellphone reception inside Alicante you may want to enable your cell service’s Wi-Fi calling feature. When cellular connectivity is poor, this feature routes calls over Wi-Fi networks for which you have access (e.g.; Alicante first floor common areas, condos, etc.).

·         AT&T Wi-Fi calling info – click here

·         Verizon Wi-Fi calling info – click here.

·         T-Mobile Wi-Fi calling info – click here.

·         Sprint Wi-Fi calling info – click here.

To the Owners and Tenants of Alicante,

October 2017- Board of Directors Meeting

The October 2017 Meeting will be held on Thursday, October 26, 2017 in the Community Room with Open Session beginning at 6:30pm.

Alicante Manager & Engineer October Schedule

Engineer, Patrick Freeman will be on vacation October 30^th – November 3^rd, please contact Action Property Management at 949-450-0202, community care and afterhours personnel will assist you.  During this week, Management will be onsite Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

Window Washing

Window washing will take place Monday, October 16^th through Friday, October 27^th. They will have a smaller crew this time, which is the reasoning for the extended schedule. Please make sure you have your windows closed during the scheduled window cleaning.

The Cleaning schedule is as follows:

• October 16^th -17^th         – 4^th Avenue side of building
• October 18^th – 25^th   – Redwood Side of Building
• October 18^th – 27^th         – South Side of Building
• October 18^th – 27^th–         5^th Avenue side of building
• October 27^th – Ground Floor

Board of Directors Appointment

In its September 28^th meeting, the Board appointed Jack Larkin to complete the balance of Steve Quinlan’s Board of Directors term.

Hallway Carpet and Paint Project

As communicated earlier, the Board approved new paint, carpet, and other updates for the resident hallways on floors 1 thru 14. The project schedule currently shows the following:

·         Hallway lighting updates: Installation complete; Adjustments – October

·         Hallway re-painting and re-carpeting: Complete

·         Hallway baseboard replacement: Complete

·         New condo unit doorbell buttons: Complete

·         New condo unit number signs: Complete

·         New hallway wood panels: Complete

·         Hallway signage updates: Complete

·         Stain condo front door kick-plates: under review

Note: Dates are subject to vendors’ schedules. Current schedule information is displayed in the left side of the Mail Room glass case.

Fitness Room Refresh Project

As described in the context of the Hallway Refresh Project, the Board intends to refresh interior common areas in phases. The Board has chosen the Fitness Room for the next interior refresh. More information regarding the Fitness Room Refresh project will be shared as it becomes available.

Replacement Secondary Dryer Lint Filter

Alicante clothes dryers have a secondary dryer lint filter. The second filter reduces the chance of lint build-up in the exhaust duct that carries the warm moist air from the clothes dryer to outdoors. Generally, the secondary dryer lint filter is located near the ceiling of the closet containing the clothes

dryer. With time/use the secondary dryer lint filter may break, and need to be replaced. The bulletin available at this link contains replacement part information.

South Elevator Current Events Sheets

Royda Crosland, who had been preparing the current events sheets displayed in the South Elevator for an extended period, is no longer available for this activity. The Board thanks Royda for her generous efforts that benefited all Alicante Residents.

Bike Room Clean Up

At the Board’s direction, Management has begun a clean-up of bikes in the Bike Room to make the best use of its limited bike storage space.

1. Only bikes with an Alicante bike registration sticker may be stored in the Bike Room.

2. Submit a permit to Management to get an Alicante bike registration sticker for your bike.

3. Bikes that do not have an Alicante bike registration sticker were moved from the Bike Room to another association storage room on September 27, 2017.

4. Unclaimed bikes in the association storage room will be donated to charity on November 27, 2017.

Lockbox Cabinet Cleanup

Management has placed the Association’s lockbox rules for real estate agents in the lockbox adjacent to the garage gate. Owners who use lockboxes (e.g.; key for cleaning service) have until October 27, 2017 to mark their lockboxes and log them with Management or the lockboxes will be removed.

SDG&E Electric Vehicle Charger Program

The Board is currently working with San Diego Gas and Electric (SDG&E) to evaluate the possibility of the Association qualifying for an SDG&E program that would install electric vehicle charging stations in the Alicante parking garage. As more information becomes available regarding the SDG&E project, it will be shared with the Community.

Bankers Hill Community Group Meetings

This organization meets to participate in activities related to our neighborhood and to discuss topics relevant to our neighborhood. Local elected officials often attend these meetings. If you’re interested in attending one of the meetings, or participating, you may want to explore the group’s website for more information: www.bankerhillcommunity.org.

To the Owners and Tenants of Alicante,

September 2017- Board of Directors Meeting

The September 2017 Meeting will be held on Thursday, September 28, 2017 in the Community Room with Open Session beginning at 6:30pm.

Labor Day Holiday

Action Property Management. Professional Maintenance Systems (Janitorial) and Able Engineering will be closed on Monday, September 4, 2017 in observance of Labor Day. If there is an afterhours maintenance emergency, such as a flood, please contact Action Property Management at 949-450-0202, afterhours personnel will assist you.  Have a safe and wonderful holiday weekend!

Clothing/ E-Waste Pick-up

Global Disposal will be holding a Clothing/EWaste event scheduled for Thursday, September 21, 2017. To sign-up please visit www.globaldisposal.com and click on the “event sign-up” tab. Find your HOA (Alicante) and event, and then fill out the sign-up form. Please note: you must sign up Before September 20th. Please bag all items and place them by the trash enclosure.

E-waste (electronic waste)

E-waste could include anything with a cord, including microwaves, televisions, computers, or any small kitchen appliances. To schedule removal for a large appliance, call us at 858-848-9278.

Unwanted clothing

Any clothing that you donate on the clothing/bulk item pick-up day will be up-cycled with 50% of pin waste proceeds donated to generosity water. Generosity water is a non-profit that provides clean water sources in developing nations. To learn more, visit www.generositywater.org.

Hallway Carpet and Paint Project

As communicated earlier, the Board approved new paint, carpet, and other updates for the resident hallways on floors 1 thru 14. The project schedule currently shows the following target installation schedule:

·         Hallway lighting updates: Installation complete; review/adjust in Aug-Sept

·         Hallway re-painting and re-carpeting: Complete

·         Hallway baseboard replacement: Complete

·         New condo unit doorbell buttons: Complete

·         New condo unit number signs: Complete

·         New hallway wood panels: Complete

·         Hallway signage updates: Complete

·         Stain condo front door kick-plates: October

Note: Dates are subject to vendors’ schedules. Current schedule information is displayed in the left side of the Mail Room glass case.

Board of Directors Vacancy

Steve Quinlan has resigned his seat on the Board of Directors consistent with the sale of his Alicante condo. Please contact Kelly Thomson (Kthomson@actionlife.com) by September 21, 2017 if you are interested in being considered to complete the balance of Steve’s Board of Directors term. The Board will appoint an individual to complete the balance of Steve’s term.

Replacement Secondary Dryer Lint Filter

Alicante clothes dryers have a secondary dryer lint filter. The second filter reduces the chance of lint build-up in the exhaust duct that carries the warm moist air from the clothes dryer to outdoors. Generally, the secondary dryer lint filter is located near the ceiling of the closet containing the clothes dryer. With time/use the secondary dryer lint filter may break, and need to be replaced. The bulletin available at this link contains replacement part information.

Bike Room Clean Up

At the Board’s direction, Management has begun a clean-up of bikes in the Bike Room to make the best use of its limited bike storage space.

1. Only bikes with an Alicante bike registration sticker may be stored in the Bike Room.

2. Submit a request to Management to get an Alicante bike registration sticker for your bike.

3. Bikes that do not have an Alicante bike registration sticker will be moved from the Bike Room to another association storage room on September 27, 2017.

4. Unclaimed bikes in the association storage room will be donated to charity on November 27, 2017.

Lockbox Cabinet Cleanup

Management has placed the Association’s lockbox rules for real estate agents in the lockbox adjacent to the garage gate. Owners who use lockboxes (e.g.; key for cleaning service) have until October 27, 2017 to mark their lockboxes and log them with Management or the lockboxes will be removed.

SDG&E Electric Vehicle Charger Program

The Board is currently working with San Diego Gas and Electric (SDG&E) to evaluate the possibility of the Association qualifying for an SDG&E program that would install electric vehicle charging stations in the Alicante parking garage. As more information becomes available regarding the SDG&E project, it will be shared with the Community.

Pet Reminders

While we are a dog friendly building, please keep your furry companions on a leash while walking through the common areas. Per the Alicante Association Membership Handbook #9: “A leash held by an individual capable of controlling the animal must be used when walking your pet in the Common Areas including the lobby, hallways, garage and elevators.”

Additionally, please do not allow your pet to relieve themselves in the planters! To reduce confusing your furry friend, please do not walk your pet through the patio/recreational area.

Lastly, as a reminder, residents are entitled to quiet enjoyment of their unit. Please take the necessary measures to limit barking when in the unit and common areas.  If there is persistent barking, it may rile up other furry neighbors and could be considered a nuisance – which is a violation of the governing documents.  Let’s work with our furry companions to make Alicante an enjoyable living space for all!

Rental Leases

Per the Association’s Rules and Regulations, if you are renting your unit, please remember to send Management a copy of your lease. This information is necessary for many reasons, mainly for emergency purposes.  In the event of an evacuation, the authorities require us to have an updated list of who is in the building. By not providing your lease and tenant’s information, we will not know who to look for if there was an evacuation situation.  This information is kept confidential. Please remember to submit this information every time you have a new tenant!  You can submit to kthomson@actionlife.com  or mplascencia@actionlife.com.

Architectural Applications

If you are thinking about making a change in your unit that would require architectural committee review and approval, please plan well in advance. Per the Architectural Guidelines, the Committee is allotted 30-45 days for review.  It is also recommended to wait before setting a schedule with your contractor until an approval has been awarded.

Alicante Committees

There are four committees at Alicante:

·         The Architectural Committee reviews Architectural Applications submitted by owners.

·         The Common Area Enhancement Committee works on common area décor, such as the lobby.

·         The Owner Maintenance Committee provides information on maintaining condo systems.

·         The Social Committee plans and hosts gatherings, like the Annual holiday party.

If you are a member who is interested in serving the Community but cannot dedicate the time to serve as a Board Member, joining a committee may be perfect for you!  Please contact management at kthomson@actionlife.com for more details. Alternately, Owners may view the various committee charters on Vivo Portal.

Contact Information

In the event you change your email address or phone number, please remember to advise management. This allows us to continue to communicate important reminders to you!

Insurance Reminder

Owners, please be reminded you are required to have individual owners insurance.  Should you have any questions as to what your policy should cover, please review the CC&R’s for owners’ responsibility.  Should you have renters or are a renter, it is good practice to obtain renters’ insurance, in the event an emergency were to occur.

Moves/Deliveries

Just a reminder that all moves and deliveries must be scheduled with Management at least a week in advance.  A general rule of thumb is if it takes more than one person to move it, then a move must be scheduled.  The reason is simply to protect the building from sustaining damage during a move.  Please be advised that if you are found to have had an unscheduled move, you will be subject to hearing and fine.  If you are unsure of the scope of your move or would like to schedule a move, please contact the General Manager.

Maintenance Responsibilities

In case you are ever curious as to who is responsible for what, or find yourself in a situation where you don’t know if you should call Management or your own vendor, please see the Maintenance Matrix posted in the mailroom glass case.  We pulled this information from the Alicante CC&Rs.

Monthly HOA Meetings

Just a reminder that each month’s HOA Board meeting includes an Open Session where Owners may discuss concerns with the Board, as well as listen while the Board discusses HOA matters.  Owners are encouraged to attend!

To the Owners and Tenants of Alicante,

August 2017- Board of Directors Meeting

The August 2017 Meeting will be held on Thursday, August 24, 2017 in the Community Room with Open Session beginning at 6:30pm.

Hallway Carpet and Paint Project

As communicated earlier, the Board approved new paint, carpet, and other updates for the resident hallways on floors 1 thru 14. The project schedule currently shows the following target completions:

·         Hallway lighting updates: Completed

·         Hallway re-painting and re-carpeting: 1^st week of August

·         Hallway signage updates: 1^st week of August

Note: Dates are subject to vendors’ schedules. Current schedule information is displayed in the left side of the Mail Room glass case.

SDG&E Electric Vehicle Charger Program

The Board is currently working with San Diego Gas and Electric (SDG&E) to evaluate the possibility of the Association qualifying for an SDG&E program that would install electric vehicle charging stations in the Alicante parking garage. The Board extends its thanks to those who participated in the related EV charger survey. As more information becomes available regarding the SDG&E project, it will be shared with the Community

Trimming SDG&E Bills

With the summer AC season here, the following may help you keep your electricity bill in check

·         Put LED bulbs in kitchen recessed can lights – Click here for details.

·         Put LED bulbs in bathroom recessed can lights – Click here for details.

·         Use LED bulbs in condo lamps – Click here for details.

·         Install a new HVAC filter – Click here for details.

·         Clean both clothes dryer filters – Click here for details.

·         Get dryer exhaust duct cleaned – Click here for details.

·         Enable your programmable thermostat – Click here for details.

·         See the electricity savings checklist – Click here for details.

Streaming TV Selection “Wizard”

Choosing a Streaming TV service (Hulu, Sling TV, DIRECTV NOW, etc.) can be confusing. Inevitably there are questions like, “which service has my CBS shows?” or “does the service have ESPN?”

This website is a big help. After you enter your info, it displays the streaming services that it thinks best match your needs. The prices for the services are also shown.

Steps:

1)       Go to the website (https://www.suppose.tv/tv );

THEN

2)       Along the webpage’s left edge – indicate the shows/channels you watch;

THEN

3)       In the webpage’s upper right corner – indicate if you need a DVR;

THEN

4)       In the webpage’s upper right corner – indicate your device (e.g.; Roku,);

THEN…

The website “wizard” shows which streaming services match your needs… and the price for each.

If you’re interested in switching from a Cox bundle, the following bulletin includes steps to make the switch: Alicante OMC – Switching From a Cox Bundle.

Watching Sports on Streaming TV

Watching sports as a cord cutter (e.g.; Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, etc.) is easier than ever. This article describes how you can get ESPN, ESPN2, FS1, FS2, BTN, etc. without cable.

If you’re interested in switching from a Cox bundle, the following bulletin includes steps to make the switch: Alicante OMC – Switching From a Cox Bundle.

Phosphate Treatment for Building Hot Water

The Board has decided to contract for a phosphate treatment for Alicante’s hot water system to reduce the risk of pinhole leaks. The phosphate treatment has an initial fee of $4,280, followed by a recurring monthly cost of $380. Fixing pinhole leaks in common area pipes can be an appreciable Association expense. So far in 2017, the Association has spent ~ $17,000 to repair pipes with pinhole leaks and associated damage.

Background: The risk of pipe pinhole leaks depends on a number of factors, including:

·         Pipe material (copper, plastic, etc.)

·         Pipe/building age

·         Mineral content of the water carried by the pipe

·         Erosion caused by water flowing thru the pipe

Over time, chemical reactions between minerals in the water and the pipe material (copper) can result in thin spots in the pipe, leading to pinhole leaks. Moreover, the flow of water through the pipe can erode the pipe’s walls, increasing the risk of pinhole leaks. Since Alicante’s hot water is continually re-circulated (to enable instant hot water at the taps), Alicante’s hot water pipes are at risk of pinhole leaks due to chemical reactions, as well as water flow erosion.

The treatment involves the injection of food grade phosphates into the hot water flowing throughout the building to all condo units. The phosphates injected into the hot water will react with the copper pipe, depositing a layer along the inner surface of the pipes. This layer lessens the risk of pipe corrosion (minerals in the water) or pipe erosion (constantly flowing hot water) that could lead to pinhole leaks.

Lockbox Cabinet Cleanup

Management will be contacting owners and realtors to cleanup the Lockbox Cabinet located at the Garage Entrance. The goal is to identify and remove inappropriate lockboxes.

Pet Reminders

While we are a dog friendly building, please keep your furry companions on a leash while walking through the common areas. Per the Alicante Association Membership Handbook #9: “A leash held by an individual capable of controlling the animal must be used when walking your pet in the Common Areas including the lobby, hallways, garage and elevators.”

Additionally, please do not allow your pet to relieve themselves in the planters! To reduce confusing your furry friend, please do not walk your pet through the patio/recreational area.

Lastly, as a reminder, residents are entitled to quiet enjoyment of their unit. Please take the necessary measures to limit barking when in the unit and common areas.  If there is persistent barking, it may rile up other furry neighbors and could be considered a nuisance – which is a violation of the governing documents.  Let’s work with our furry companions to make Alicante an enjoyable living space for all!

Rental Leases

Per the Association’s Rules and Regulations, if you are renting your unit, please remember to send Management a copy of your lease. This information is necessary for many reasons, mainly for emergency purposes.  In the event of an evacuation, the authorities require us to have an updated list of who is in the building. By not providing your lease and tenant’s information, we will not know who to look for if there was an evacuation situation.  This information is kept confidential. Please remember to submit this information every time you have a new tenant!  You can submit to kthomson@actionlife.com  or mplascencia@actionlife.com.

Architectural Applications

If you are thinking about making a change in your unit that would require architectural committee review and approval, please plan well in advance. Per the Architectural Guidelines, the Committee is allotted 30-45 days for review.  It is also recommended to wait before setting a schedule with your contractor until an approval has been awarded.

Alicante Committees

There are four committees at Alicante:

·         The Architectural Committee reviews Architectural Applications submitted by owners.

·         The Common Area Enhancement Committee works on common area décor, such as the lobby.

·         The Owner Maintenance Committee provides information on maintaining condo systems.

·         The Social Committee plans and hosts gatherings, like the Annual holiday party.

If you are a member who is interested in serving the Community but cannot dedicate the time to serve as a Board Member, joining a committee may be perfect for you!  Please contact management at kthomson@actionlife.com for more details. Alternately, Owners may view the various committee charters on Vivo Portal.

Contact Information

In the event you change your email address or phone number, please remember to advise management. This allows us to continue to communicate important reminders to you!

Insurance Reminder

Owners, please be reminded you are required to have individual owners insurance.  Should you have any questions as to what your policy should cover, please review the CC&R’s for owners’ responsibility.  Should you have renters or are a renter, it is good practice to obtain renters’ insurance, in the event an emergency were to occur.

Moves/Deliveries

Just a reminder that all moves and deliveries must be scheduled with Management at least a week in advance.  A general rule of thumb is if it takes more than one person to move it, then a move must be scheduled.  The reason is simply to protect the building from sustaining damage during a move.  Please be advised that if you are found to have had an unscheduled move, you will be subject to hearing and fine.  If you are unsure of the scope of your move or would like to schedule a move, please contact the General Manager.

Maintenance Responsibilities

In case you are ever curious as to who is responsible for what, or find yourself in a situation where you don’t know if you should call Management or your own vendor, please see the Maintenance Matrix posted in the mailroom glass case.  We pulled this information from the Alicante CC&Rs.

Monthly HOA Meetings

Just a reminder that each month’s HOA Board meeting includes an Open Session where Owners may discuss concerns with the Board, as well as listen while the Board discusses HOA matters.  Owners are encouraged to attend!