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Phase 3 Update

December 3, 2018 by Wayne and Rita Newman Leave a Comment

It’s official – the old Lochmeade phase 3 is now the new Lochmeade phase 3 and is, once again, legally a part of Lochmeade.  Congratulations to all who voted for the acquisition and thanks to PFMT Holdings, phase 3 developer, and to Dave Tucker of D & D Custom Homes and Jimmy Burditt of Creative Development, Inc., phase 3 builders.  This was very much a joint effort and we thank you all.

In other business, many residents expressed concerns about the number of solicitors we’ve recently had in the neighborhood and asked the Board if No-Soliciting signs could be posted.  We’ve been working with Blue City Neon Signs and Graphics, of Atoka, and hope to have a sample sign and costing for your consideration in the near future.  We’ll keep you updated on the Ladies and Laddies Facebook page.

Filed Under: Announcements, Covenant, Neighbors

UPDATE – Lochmeade Phase 3

August 4, 2018 by sandstorm Leave a Comment

Hello neighbors,

At the 2017 Lochmeade HOA Annual Meeting your Board of Directors shared with you the fact that we had discussions with the new owners of the old Lochmeade Phase 3 about the possibility of rejoining with Lochmeade. At the time we said the merger was unlikely since the new developer showed little interest but that we planned to continue pursuing the matter. At our last meeting we reported the likelihood of rejoining appeared better in that there was now some interest being shown by the developer and builders. Today we’re informing you the developer and builders of Phase 3 have agreed to rejoin Lochmeade, if you’ll have them. This had always been the board’s goal – to give the residents of Lochmeade that choice.

There are pros and cons to the merger and we plan to have meetings to discuss those and share information. The reason the board pursued the matter in the first place is that a local real estate agent and real estate broker in Memphis, on separate occasions, both highly recommended merging with Phase 3. Their logic was simple – the more control you have over your neighboring areas the higher your property values. We did have to make a few concessions to get builder interest:

  1. Builders prefer not to work with Architectural Control Committees for the simple reason committees take time to make decisions. We agreed to use an independent architectural firm selected by the builders, but one that works for us. HOA’s do this regularly. After the houses are built all future changes/modifications go through our Architectural Control Committee as per normal.
  2. We also agreed to accept more duplication. In the 45 new lots there might be 5 or 6 houses with the same floor plan, but with variances in bricks, entries, etc. We will ask them to encourage diversity.
  3. In our Architectural Guidelines, Guideline 4 requires a minimum 20” floor height. We still suggest 20” but we will accept less if the new homeowner doesn’t want it as it adds more expense.
  4. We agreed builders will not pay HOA fees. Fees will be paid by new home owners, pro-rated for that first year.

Those were the concessions we made to get the builders on board. We think they are acceptable but that’s for you to decide, otherwise, all Lochmeade covenant rules and architectural guidelines apply.

Here’s the plan. Our covenants will have to be changed/modified/rewritten to allow for the additional lots and then we will vote on whether to accept the change to the covenants, and because it is a change to the covenants a 67% majority is required for approval. The new covenant will be mailed to each home and ballots will be provided for us to vote by mail. Our attorney tells us this ‘process’ will take about 3 – 4 months and cost us about $5,000, but in the end, if you approve, we’ll have 45 more dues paying residents in Lochmeade. We’ll keep you updated as information becomes available and meetings are scheduled.

Lochmeade HOA Board

Filed Under: Announcements, Covenant, Neighbors

2018 Lochmeade HOA Fishing Badges Have Been Delivered

May 8, 2018 by Wayne and Rita Newman Leave a Comment

When you check your mail boxes today (Saturday or Sunday) you should find 2 fishing badges with plastic covers and straps, plus a copy of the Lochmeade Fishing Rules and Regulations. We plan to replace badges annually so please hold on to those covers and straps. Doyle and Lynn Sanders purchased the materials then they along with Jennifer and Brad Hamil assembled, sorted and delivered the packets. This was all done with no cost to the HOA. So Doyle, Lynn, Jennifer and Brad, thank you all very much. The badges look great and will help solve the problem we have with knowing which fishermen belong. And everyone please, read the fishing rulebook.

Thanks again, guys, for the passes.

Wayne Newman
President
Lochmeade HOA Board of Directors

Filed Under: Announcements, Covenant, Neighbors

Message from the Lochmeade HOA Board

August 27, 2017 by sandstorm Leave a Comment

(from the Lochmeade HOA Board)

Thursday night several HOA board members met with Paul Frazier, the new developer of the old Lochmeade Phase III, and we discussed the possibility of joining his development with Lochmeade. We discussed dues (he was surprised how low our HOA fees were) and architectural control.

Paul says he is busy in the planning and development stage of the property and thinks it premature to discuss joining Lochmeade at this time. He did say it remains a possibility that he will consider. He does plan to have larger, nicer homes built in the development but has yet to write the Architectural Guidelines. We gave Paul a copy of the Lochmeade Architectural Guidelines with the suggestion he might start there.

For your information, Paul was told by the city planning commission that Johnsborough must connect to the Walker Lake subdivision. If Paul does ask to join Lochmeade, the HOA will have to vote on it. We’ll update you as information/changes become available.

LOCHMEADE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Filed Under: Announcements, Covenant, Neighbors

Arm Bands for Fishing Badges

April 4, 2017 by sandstorm Leave a Comment

The Lochmeade HOA is currently attempting to find a better, more visible manner to identify residents and their guests who are permitted to fish on the HOA lake.  Inserting the Lochmeade HOA Fishing badge in an arm band like the one below was a suggestion made at the HOA meeting on April 4th.  The arm band comes in several bright colors that are visible from a distance.  The cost is $5.00 each.

Lochmeade HOA members who have registered on this website may vote their preference by clicking on “Yes” or “No” below and then clicking on the “Vote” button.  You may only vote once.

Are you in favor of using this armband to display Lochmeade HOA Fishing badges?

  • Yes (67%, 4 Votes)
  • No (33%, 2 Votes)

Total Voters: 6

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Filed Under: Neighbors

Veterans Day November 11, 2016

November 11, 2016 by Webmaster Leave a Comment

Thank you, Veterans, for your service to our great country! So many of us have military women and men in our families and this is a day we wish to thank them for their desire to serve our country and fellowman. We thank you for protecting our freedoms, and we thank you for making the United States of America the greatest country in the world.

Filed Under: Announcements, Holiday, Neighbors

Letter from the Lochmeade HOA Board of Directors to Lochmeade Residents – October 2016

October 11, 2016 by sandstorm Leave a Comment

Happy autumn, everybody. It’s been three months since our last letter and we feel it’s time for an update.

Fountain. You probably noticed our lake fountain ‘died’ a couple of weeks ago. The committee researched options such as repair ($3786.50) and various replacements. We decided to replace the old fountain with a nearly identical one. The new fountain will cost about $8500 and should be in place by month’s end.

2017 HOA Fees. The good news is we had the money to replace the fountain; the bad news is that the unexpected fountain replacement along with the planned pier and gazebo repairs will pretty much deplete the reserve fund we had been trying to create. The Board has subsequently decided to leave HOA fees at $650 for 2017. We know we have some erosion problems that may have to be addressed next year and we still need to have a reserve fund for emergencies. Did you know that on the Lochmeade HOA’s website you can review our monthly financial statements? It’s your money, you should know where it goes.

Atoka city street repair guidelines. According to Daniel Lovett, Atoka Public Works Director, city streets are paved/repaired according to need; there is no 10-year repaving rule. When one of our streets in Lochmeade is the worst street in the city, it will be repaired. The city regularly inspects all streets and are well aware of our subdivision street situation.

Garbage cans. Please remember that garbage cans, storage bins and other similar personal items must not be left in view of streets and commons areas. Several residents are remiss in this. Remember, your committee only hears your neighbors’ complaints. Letters have been sent, on behalf of the community, and fines can be levied. Please, store garbage cans and personal items out of sight.

Architectural Committee. As per our Covenant, certain changes to property must be approved by the Architectural Committee; some residents on occasion have forgotten this. Questions or submissions can be sent to: LochmeadeACC@gmail.com to ensure compliance. And don’t forget routine repairs. Shutters and fences must kept stained/painted and brick entrances to driveways in good condition.

Over the coming months. Once the election is over, political signs should be removed within 2 days. For our residents needing trees (2 per front yard, 3 for corner properties as per Covenant), December and January is the best time for planting. Mid-South Tree Farm has good prices for self-service and full-service tree planting/replacement.

Finally, thanks again to all committee members who volunteer their time and energy for the benefit of our community.

Your Lochmeade Board of Directors

Filed Under: Announcements, Covenant, Neighbors

Labor Day 2016

September 4, 2016 by Webmaster Leave a Comment

As you and your family celebrate Labor Day on Monday, September 5th, remember Labor Day began as a Federal holiday to acknowledge the American workers’ contributions to our economy and society. Have fun at your family get-togethers and be safe. Labor Day is also celebrated as the unofficial end to Summer.

Filed Under: Holiday, Neighbors

Our neighbor has a need!

July 12, 2016 by sandstorm Leave a Comment

Fiveash GoFundMe

Our neighbor has a need!

Lochmeade Neighbors, please purchase a bow to help with expenses of our neighbor’s son.  Our neighbor, Terry Fiveash (4 Colton Ridge Lane), has had a tragedy in his family. His son was in a horrible accident June 14 and is still in very serious condition.

I’m asking all neighbors to please consider purchasing a bow for your mailbox in support of Terry’s son and family. This will help with expenses and, also, show Terry that we are supporting him.

Post on the Ladies and Laddies of Lochmeade Facebook page or call me at the number below that you want a bow for $10 or any size donation and I will get it to you.

Pat Ennis

901-289-0256

Filed Under: Neighbors

Message from Lochmeade HOA Board of Directors

July 8, 2016 by sandstorm Leave a Comment

In this current political environment we’re probably due a “Lochmeade HOA State of the Association Address.”

Here goes:

First, a brief history lesson. Allan Rose began development of the Lochmeade Subdivision over 10 years ago and as lots sold he turned over administration of Lochmeade to the residents in January, 2015. Allan initially set annual HOA fees at $450 to cover normal operating expenses.

In 2015 we elected our first Homeowners Association (HOA) Board of Directors. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Announcements, Neighbors, Uncategorized

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