[Nhhoa] Pool inspection

Amanda Brown mandy22726 at yahoo.com
Tue Jun 3 12:23:35 CDT 2008


I agree. I think people need to understand that if you were gonna keep the pool unsafe and not do your job then you wouldnt let your family down there. I think you are doing a wonderful job!! 

Amanda Brown


--- On Tue, 6/3/08, valerie1953 at comcast.net <valerie1953 at comcast.net> wrote:

> From: valerie1953 at comcast.net <valerie1953 at comcast.net>
> Subject: Re: [Nhhoa] Pool inspection
> To: "North Hampton Homeowners Association" <nhhoa at nhhoa.org>
> Date: Tuesday, June 3, 2008, 12:18 PM
> Thank you Walker for being so diligent to stop all this
> nonsense, Have a great day!
>  Valerie 
> 
> -------------- Original message -------------- 
> From: walker.owen at fedex.com 
> 
> Bartow county health department responded to a complaint on
> our pool this AM. They found all chemical levels, signs,
> life safety equipment, etc. To be in full compliance. 
> 
> 
> 
> 
>  ----- Original Message -----
>   From: manfredmartin
>   Sent: 06/03/2008 11:43 AM GMT
>   To: North Hampton Homeowners Association
> <nhhoa at nhhoa.org>
>   Subject: Re: [Nhhoa] Outside pool visitors
> 
> 
> 
> Of course this is a great community, unfortunately the
> negative gets more attention than the positive as we can
> all see with the news media. It would be great to hear all
> about the good happenings, but the human nature in us seems
> to have missed the excitement in that.
>  Fred Martin 
> 
> -------------- Original message -------------- 
> From: rwegowan at bellsouth.net 
> 
> 
> I do agree with you that this is sad, but as I once again
> attempt to wade through this electronic minefield of spite
> and vindictiveness  I am no longer  certain I can agree
> with your assessment of North Hampton as a "great
> community".
> 
> 
> 
> -------------- Original message from
> manfredmartin at comcast.net: -------------- 
> 
> 
> Hey Roger, I think it is just a case of lack of respect for
> others, and the North Hampton home owners responsible for
> abusing the system are showing exactly that, lack of
> respect. I think the only method that will make people like
> that take notice is to have stricter rules, like one guest
> per home owner and a fine for abusing the system, which
> unfortunately will make it tough on all those people who
> always do the right thing by their neighbors. Updating the
> lock mechanism, no matter how hi-tec, will not discourage
> anyone from abusing the system and the expense, we have to
> wear that too.
> 
> It's sad to see this happening in a great community
> like ours, but we can't just stand by and be taken
> advantage off.            More ideas??            Fred
> Martin
> 
> -------------- Original message -------------- 
> From: treasurer at nhhoa.org 
> 
> > One idea that the board is discussing is to replace
> the current code lock with a 
> > lock system that would require a card for entru and to
> strengthen the gate 
> > closer to ensure that it closes every time. The only
> way in would be to have a 
> > card. 
> > 
> > One card would be issued to each house and it would be
> up to the resident to 
> > coordinate the card usage. 
> > 
> > This will not work though if people let unknown people
> into the pool area. 
> > 
> > It is not overly expensive, but was not budgeted for
> this year. 
> > 
> > Could everyone please give feedback regarding this
> idea? 
> > 
> > Will it work? Will you not let unauthorized people in?
> What do you think about 
> > limiting the number of guests allowed? 
> > 
> > Would you be willing for the board to approve using
> some reserve funds (approx 
> > $1000) to secure the pool or would you rather wait
> until another year to fund 
> > the project? 
> > 
> > All feedback and any other ideas are greatly
> appreciated. 
> > 
> > Roger Hackler 
> > Treasurer 
> > Sent via BlackBerry by AT&T 
> > 
> > -----Original Message----- 
> > From: Amanda Brown 
> > 
> > Date: Mon, 2 Jun 2008 16:15:57 
> > To:North Hampton Homeowners Association 
> > Subject: Re: [Nhhoa] Outside pool visitors 
> > 
> > 
> > I had the same problem Saturday night, we ended up
> leaving after they wouldn't 
> > leave. The kids came in a van and tried to squeal the
> tires in the parking lot. 
> > I heard them say they are from whispering pines, they
> were very rude and 
> > obnoxious. What should we do? 
> > 
> > Amanda Brown 
> > 
> > 
> > --- On Mon , 6/2/08, Jennifer Martin wrote: 
> > 
> > > From: Jennifer Martin 
> > > Subject: [Nhhoa] Outside pool visitors 
> > > To: "North Hampton Homeowners
> Association" 
> > > Date: Monday, June 2, 2008, 2:13 PM 
> > > Hi Gang, 
> > > My little family and I went to the pool today and
> had an 
> > > excellent time. It's great to have the
> opportunity for 
> > > my kids to play with others in the neighborhood. 
> > > 
> > > However, at one point I counted 16 people in the
> pool that 
> > > were not from our neighborhood. I tried (which is
> VERY 
> > > hard for me) to confront them about having to
> have a 
> > > homeowner with them while using the amenities,
> but that 
> > > didn't work. Needless to say, it was rather
> crowded. 
> > > 
> > > I'm not good at confrontation. Any
> suggestions? 
> > > ; 
> & gt; > In addition, the pool and bathrooms look
> great. Thank you 
> > > board and other volunteers for the work you do
> for our 
> > > neighborhood :) 
> > > Jennifer Martin 
> > > ESOL Instructor 
> > > White Elementary 
> > > Pine Log Elementary 
> > > ----- Original Message ----- 
> > > From: Roger Hackler 
> > > To: 'North Hampton Homeowners
> Association' 
> > > Sent: Sunday, June 01, 2008 8:15 PM 
> > > Subject: [Nhhoa] Peaceful Coexistance 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > Here are some helpful suggestions for achieving a
> 
> > > peaceful coexistence with your neighbor: 
> > > 
> > > Before There is a Concern: 
> > > 
> > > Meet your neighbor. Introduce yourself at the
> mailbox, 
> > > when taking a walk, or when you see the moving
> boxes 
> > > arrive. Learning your neighbors' name and
> regularly 
> > > offering a cordial "good mornin g" or 
> > > "hello" can be the start of a positive 
> > > relationship. Don't worry about whether or
> not they 
> > > reciprocate. The important thing is that you are
> making an 
> > > effort. Don't wait until you have a problem
> to meet 
> > > your neighbor. 
> > > 
> > > Keep your neighbors informed. Contact your
> neighbors 
> > > before you do something that might affect
> them-such as 
> > > hosting a big party, building a fence, cutting
> down a tree, 
> > > or getting a new dog. Informing your neighbors
> ahead of time 
> > > allows them to make plans or tell you how your
> project will 
> > > affect them. Getting their input lets you act in
> a way that 
> > > avoids problems. 
> > > 
> > > Observe the Golden Rule. Treat your neighbors the
> way 
> > > they would like to be treated. Set an example by
> being 
> > > considerate about noise from vehicles, tools,
> stereos , 
> & gt; &g t; group activities and pets. 
> > > 
> > > Be aware of differences. Differences in age,
> ethnic 
> > > background, years in the neighborhood, etc. can
> lead to 
> > > conflicting expectations or misunderstandings
> unless you 
> > > make an effort to communicate and understand each
> other. 
> > > 
> > > Consider your neighbors' view. How does your
> compost 
> > > pile, dog run, or son's car parts look from
> your 
> > > neighbors' backyard or windows? Keep areas
> that are in 
> > > others' view reasonably presentable. 
> > > 
> > > Be appreciative. If your neighbor does something
> you 
> > > like, tell them! They will be pleased that you
> noticed the 
> > > yard work or the new paint job. It will be easier
> to talk 
> > > later when they do something that you don't
> like. 
> > > 
> > > When There is a Problem: 
> > > 
> > > Don't assume tha t disc ussing it will ag
> gravate your 
> > > neighbor. Your neighbors can't help resolve a
> problem 
> > > they don't know exists. Focus on: 
> > > 
> > > â– Learning rather than delivering a message 
> > > 
> > > â– Understanding rather than blaming 
> > > 
> > > â– Joint problem solving rather than who is at
> 
> > > fault 
> > > 
> > > If you use these approaches, the conversation
> will 
> > > usually go better than you think. Neighbors are
> often not 
> > > aware that their actions are negatively affecting
> others. 
> > > Usually, people are willing to make changes if
> you approach 
> > > them respectfully. 
> > > 
> > > Don't assume you know your neighbors'
> intentions. 
> > > If your neighbor does something that irritates
> you, 
> > > don't assume that it was done on purpose.
> Presume the 
> > > neighbor doesn't know about the annoyance.
> Giving them > > the benefit of the doubt will make it
> easier for you to 
> > > talk about the situation. 
> > > 
> > > Don't wait to talk about things that bother
> you. If 
> > > your neighbor does something that bothers you,
> let them 
> > > know. By communicating early and calmly, you take
> a big 
> > > step forward toward resolving the problem.
> Don't wait 
> > > until a minor irritation becomes a major issue
> and makes it 
> > > difficult to discuss. 
> > > 
> > > Separate the person from the problem. Conflict
> can happen 
> > > whenever two or more people interact with one
> another. It 
> > > occurs because we are all unique individuals with
> different 
> > > perspectives, values, and needs. Focusing on the
> issue, not 
> > > the person will allow you to take care of the
> problem while 
> > > maintaining or improving your relationship with
> your 
> > > neighbor. 
> > > 
> & gt; &g t; Be respectful. Talk directly with the
> neighbor involved 
> > > with the problem. Don't gossip or spread
> rumors with 
> > > other neighbors. Gossip damages relationships and
> can hurt 
> > > other people. Problem solving is only possible
> when we 
> > > treat each other with respect. 
> > > 
> > > Be calm. If a neighbor approaches you accusingly
> about a 
> > > difficulty, listen carefully and thank them for
> telling you 
> > > how they feel. You don't have to agree or
> justify your 
> > > behavior. If you can listen and not react
> defensively, then 
> > > their anger will subside, the lines of
> communication will 
> > > remain open, and there is a good chance of
> working things 
> > > out. 
> > > 
> > > Listen well. When you discuss a problem, try to 
> > > understand how your neighbor feels about an issue
> and why. 
> > > Understanding is not the same as agreeing, but wi
> ll 
> > > increas e the likelihood of a solution that works
> for you 
> > > both. Summarize what you hear and ask questions
> to clarify 
> > > your understanding of their view of the problem. 
> > > 
> > > If things get heated, take a break. If you need
> to, take 
> > > a break to calm down and think about what you and
> your 
> > > neighbor have discussed. Arrange a time to finish
> the 
> > > conversation later, and then do so. It's hard
> to 
> > > problem solve when you are having a heated
> discussion. 
> > > 
> > > Constructive communication can resolve conflict,
> and 
> > > talking things over directly is the best way to
> handle 
> > > problems, and avoid enforcement or the courts. 
> > > 
> > > From the City of Beaverton Oregon Dispute
> Resolution 
> > > Center. 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
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