Lolo Creek Trails Newsletter
March 2011
Welcome – Please join us in extending a warm welcome to the following new residents of
Lolo Creek Trails:
Ryan & Tonya Clevidence / Dale Fellon
And, congratulations to Michael & Charla Fontaine on their new arrival, Samuel Louis!
2011 Board & ACC – The following individuals make up the Lolo Creek Trails HOA Board
for 2011:
President Wally Stuart
(Term expires 12/31/12)
Vice-President Bill Doty
(Term expires 12/31/12)
Secretary Sharman Schauff
(Term expires 12/31/12)
Treasurer Jennifer DeSpain
(Term expires 12/31/11)
Board Member Kory Garman
(Term expires 12/31/13)
Board Member Pam Johns
(Term expires 12/31/11)
Board Member Mike McNulty
(Term expires 12/31/11)
ACC Chair Larry Schauff
(Term expires 12/31/12)
ACC Board Cameron Criddle
(Term expires 12/31/11)
ACC Board Martin Lecholat
(Term expires 12/31/13)
Feel free to contact us with any questions/concerns/good ideas you may have!
HOA Budget – The following budget for 2011 was approved at our February 8, 2011 HOA
meeting:
Revenue:
Dues (92 x $120.00)
Allowance for Uncollectibles
Cash Carryover from 2010
Funds Available
$11,040.00
(1,104.00)
1,995.55
$11,931.55
Expenses:
Insurance
$2,915.00
Common Area Maintenance
5,000.00
Legal Fees
2,000.00
HOA Website
275.00
Postage & Mailing
150.00
Audit
200.00
Printing & Supplies
100.00
Property Taxes (Common Areas)
50.00
Post Office Box Rental
55.00
Community Center Rental
125.00
CPA (Tax Return Preparation)
185.00
Secretary of State Filing Fees
15.00
Social Events/New Neighbor Packets
200.00
Improvements (5%)
600.00
Total Expenses
$11,870.00
Ending Cash
$61.55
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Special Assessment Budget – After lengthy discussions over several meetings last year
and elaboration at the annual meeting, the HOA Board passed a special assessment for 2011 so
that we could go forward on improvements that were not completed by the developer. These
improvements are an investment in our community and were part of the over-all valuation and
attraction when we purchased our homes here. The Board is currently engaged in getting bids for
a sprinkler system to be installed along the front path of the subdivision. Trees and shrubs will be
the next undertaking for this same area as well as for other common areas. These improvements
will enhance our community, with the intent to protect and preserve our property values. Before
monies are spent on either of these projects the Association will be solicited for approval.
Revenue:
Special Assessment (92 x $120.00) $11,040.00
Allowance for Uncollectible (10%) (1,104.00)
Funds Available
$9,936.00
Expenses:
Entrance Sign Lighting (Solar)
$2,500.00
Water Meter Box & Sprinkler System 6,800.00
Total Expenses
$9,300.00
Ending Cash
$636.00
Highway 12 Bike Path – Greg Robertson of Missoula County Public Works announced at
the Lolo Community Council meeting on January 11th that the Hwy 12 Bike Path was going
forward. He stated that the planning and engineering were complete and they are now finishing
up with some details. The project will go out to bid in March with construction starting some
time in the spring. However, the state has final review and is currently proposing changes which
would move the crosswalk closer to the Hwy 93 Junction and would not reduce the existing
speed limit on Hwy 12.
Ditch Issue – The HOA continues to work on this ongoing area of concern. In December and
January, Wally Stuart and Larry Schauff met with individuals of the Department of Natural
Resources and Conservation to discuss the Hendrickson Kuney Irrigation Ditch that has an
easement through our development. In the meeting, they confirmed that Stan Hendrickson has
had his water rights temporarily changed to in-stream flow. This alteration leaves only Marge
Zaveta with active water rights via the ditch, which she has been awarded the right to rebuild.
They also met with Missoula County Commissioners Landquist and Curtiss on this matter. The
Commissioners directed them to Greg Robertson, Director of Public Works, for additional
county involvement on the ditch. Mr. Robertson is obtaining additional information prior to
scheduling a meeting. As well, following the suggestion of the commissioners, Wally Stuart has
drafted a letter to Ms. Zaveta regarding this issue. No doubt this is an issue that will continue to
involve our participation to assure that our concerns are addressed for the safety and wellbeing of
our community.
Opportunities to Serve – Please note that there are vacancies on the following boards that
serve the Lolo area:
• Lolo Water & Sewer Board (2 vacancies)
• Lolo Community Council (1 opening)
• Lolo Mosquito Control Board
If you are interested in donating your time please contact Larry Schauff @ 493-0133.
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Reminders – Just some things to keep in mind:
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We continue to receive complaints about “doggy deposits”. Please be a courteous
neighbor and pick up after your dog!
Garbage containers should have tight fitting lids to prevent trash from blowing out and
remember, these containers are suppose to be out only on trash day.
The board would like to put together a “welcoming committee” for new neighbors. Drop
us a line at lct_hoa@lolocreektrailshoa.com if you’re interested in participating.
When shoveling out your driveway, do not shovel the snow into the street (per the
Highway Dept).
Daylight Savings Time begins on March 13. Don’t forget to set your clocks forward.
Lolo Creek Trails HOA information can be found at: www.lolocreektrailshoa.com.
(User Name: lct / Password: hoa)
NEXT MEETING - MARCH 8TH at 7 PM
LOLO COMMUNITY CENTER
(ROOM: LIONS DEN)
HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!
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