And I see a big-screen TV (console type, circa 1990s) has taken up
residency by the recycle bins.
On Aug 1, 2015, at 2:08 PM, Monica Owens wrote:
Does anyone know what stupid jackass put the large brass bedroom furniture in the dumpster? It has caused the dumpster to become obstructed again, and the trash is piling up. Perhaps we can check with anyone who is presently in the process of moving in or out or remodeling to see if the furniture belongs to him/her, so that (s)he can remove it and discard of it properly.
We have repeatedly informed residents that the dumpster is not to be used to discard large items like old furniture and boxes. Can the Board put a large laminated sign on the front of the dumpster to remind residents of the rules? We don't need to keep spending HOA fees on avoidable dumpster repairs.
Thank you,
Monica R. Owens
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On Jun 9, 2015, at 1:51 AM, Monica OWENS <mr33605@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
Thanks to the board for following up to fix the dumpster. I really appreciate your service. Having the trash hauled away from the premises is also important to eradicate the rodent infestation. Do we know the schedule or how often the trash is hauled away from the dumpster?
I agree that we should all do our part to throw trash bags inside the dumpster and push the button to start the compactor when several bags are beginning to pile up. I don't think that being petite is an excuse for non-compliance. I am petite and I have an injured wrist, but I still make it a point to throw my trash bags all the way into the dumpster. Typically, I don't let my trash pile up to the point that it is too heavy to toss in, and alternatively, I transfer some of the trash into separate bags to make them light enough to handle. Quite frankly, I get upset when I open the dumpster and see a trash bag sitting in the shoot, because that makes it more difficult for me to throw my bags in. It is convenient to have the broom handle present. But if it isn't present, residents who struggle with their bags may want to drive or walk to the dumpster with their own broom or mop handle to move their bags in, since I think that the HOA can impose fines for such violations.
As for the rodent issue, I am still hearing rodents running in the walls. I can't sleep when I hear them bumping in the walls and vents...and thus, I'm awake sending this email. I will reach out to the exterminator again.
~ Monica
From: Susan Stern <susan.k.stern@xxxxxxxxx>
To: highland-discuss@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Cc: "highland-board@xxxxxxxxxxxxx" <highland-board@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Monday, June 8, 2015 11:30 PM
Subject: [highland-discuss] Re: Rain and other things
There used to be a broom handle or some kind of stick to help push trash bags in if you couldn't get it all the way in on the first try. Last time I checked, I didn't see it. No offense, but I'm not crawling into a dumpster to push it all the way in those rare cases, and I assume the next time someone throws a trash bag in, they can knock in mine, too. (that's what I do, anyway, if I have more than one bag.) Not lazy, just not 100% accurate... and short. :-P
On Mon, Jun 8, 2015 at 9:36 PM, ant gillett <ant.gillett@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
Folk need to make sure their trash goes all the way in. I cannot believe that people leave trash hanging. Maybe they cannot throw it far enough into the compactor but if that's the case, why not throw in smaller bags? Lazy if you ask me. Well done to the people that do the right thing.
On Mon, Jun 8, 2015 at 9:30 PM, Michael Boot <dmarc-noreply@xxxxxxxxxxxxx > wrote:
The regular dumpster is up and running. I just used it with no issues. It would help if residents made sure trash made it in the shoot and run the compactor. It was starting to over fill only because no one had run the compactor after throwing there trash in.
Michael Boot
404-939-2668
On Jun 8, 2015, at 9:24 PM, Tiffany Harlow <tiffany.harlow@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
Is there a pick up schedule for this open top garbage dumpster? It is now full and will soon run over. Is there any word on how long it will be before the regular dumpster is fixed? The open top is an eyesore.
Tiffany Harlow, Esq.
tiffany.harlow@xxxxxxxxx
404-931-5567
On Wed, Jun 3, 2015 at 11:50 AM, Dennis Hoffman <DHoffman@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx > wrote:
Dumpster is broken vendor is delivering an open top until it can be repaired
Dennis F. Hoffman | President & Broker
Community Management Associates | 1465 Northside Drive Ste 128 | Atlanta, GA 30318
404.835.9100 ext. 105 | 404.835.9200 fax |
dhoffman@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx | www.cmacommunities.com
From: highland-discuss-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:highland-discuss-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx ] On Behalf Of ant gillett
Sent: Wednesday, June 03, 2015 11:28 AM
To: highland-discuss@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [highland-discuss] Re: Rain and other things
I've never seen the trash looking so bad. I worry about an increase in vermin die to the overflow.
Anyone know what's going on with the trash?
Anthony
On Jun 3, 2015 11:17 AM, "Monica Owens" <mr33605@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
The trash overflows and rodent infestation are recurring problems that are not being consistently monitored and prevented. Can someone explain the difficulties involved in scheduling more frequent trash pickup and exterminating services. I don't care if we cut back on the pine straw placed around the bushes. But not having trash overflow & a rat infestation are HUGE issues for me. I'm over this.
Monica R. Owens
Sent from my iPhone
On Jun 1, 2015, at 9:50 PM, Highland Unit Owners <highlandunitowners@xxxxxxxxx > wrote:
Hi All,
Here are a few updates. All the items below are being addressed. Once we have more updates we will let you know.
1. Rain Damage: Dennis, our property manager, is aware of the rain damage to the pool area, the hanging gutters, and damage to individual units in the 100 building.
2. Mice: Regarding the mice issue that was brought up, Dennis is also aware. Below please see the email communication regarding the mice. Dennis is also working on another plan to address it. Once we have that information we will forward it to everyone.
3. The dumpster: Dennis is also aware of this issue. It was just discovered earlier this evening by a board member and Dennis was made aware.
4. Emails: Our neighbor Alex has taken time to create a great email list for us that Dennis is also a part of. Everyone also received the email. There is a way to subscribe and unsubscribe emails. Going forward please only use highland- discuss@xxxxxxxxxxxx to send out communications to our community as anyone who does not wish to be on the list can simply unsubscribe versus having to get the chain of emails from a reply all.
5. Highland Property Manager Information: If you have additional questions and/or concerns please feel free to contact Dennis directly. His information is below. You can also copy highland-board@xxxxxxxxxxxxx and the board will also receive the communication.
Dennis F. Hoffman | President & Broker
Community Management Associates | 1465 Northside Drive Ste 128 | Atlanta, GA 30318
404.835.9100 ext. 105 | 404.835.9200 fax |
dhoffman@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx | www.cmacommunities.com
6. Highland Board email: highland-board@xxxxxxxxxxxxx. This ensures all board members receives the communication.
Email RE: mice
From: Tucker, Brian
Sent: Thursday, May 28, 2015 8:51 AM
To: Monica OWENS
Cc: Dennis Hoffman
Subject: Re: 375 Highland Rodent/Pest Control
If there is nothing in the traps, that's good as long as you are not hearing the noise in the wall. Part of the proactive measure was what we had done on our visit last week, when we found the hole they were getting into at the air conditioning lines. The trapping inside and trap checks is to catch anything that may be in the bldg after the holes are sealed. Ken and myself are going to put together a proactive solution for the outside to help thin the population, but at the same time you have to understand that no one has control over the actions of the animals. Dennis and myself will do anything that we can to make y'all comfortable in your homes , but at the same time keep in touch so that we know what is happening on the inside. Thanks
Brian
Thanks,
Highland Board
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Susan K. Stern, Ph.D.
Clinical Neuropsychology Fellow
Memphis VA Medical Center