As 2025 Ends, what is new for 2026 at the HOA

 As 2025 Ends, what is new for 2026 at the HOA?

Need more involvement with the Board. People don't understand what an HOA is... It is a HOME OWNER ASSOCIATION ... HomeOwners.. YOU are the HOA, it is not a company or a entityrun by the management company.. It is YOU the owners... So what happens with the HOA is up to you. You want lower rates, you want better spending or your fees, you want better rules, you want better property..... Well then get involved with teh HOA, just don't show up at the meeting or send emails or voicemails when you are PISSED OFF.. get involved.. 

 

I can't tell you how many times people talk as if the HOA is not them... they think it is a company, or the management company..

 

IT IS YOU... So if you don't like it, change it... 

1. Budget

2. Management Fees

3. Insurance 

4. Water Use

5. Landscaping

6. Roofs

 

 

Water Cost in San Diego increase??

 Water Bills going up in San Diego, CA. just heard that the city is voting to increase the water cost by 15% next year and another 15% in 2027.. When will they learn that San Diego is a Desert like town? Or they need to build more storage to store what rain they get? The cost of living in the area is getting out of control.

 

They need to figure this OUT ASAP. 

 

 

LaCresta HOA - 2025

 Well I have left La Cresta now in 2024 and relocated out of state. It was great living in the La Cresta HOA and San Diego, CA. but with the raising cost for insurance and the constant cost of living in the state. I decided it was best to leave.. But the La Cresta HOA needs more of the HOA Membership to get involved with the HOA and managing the property. It is the OWNERS that make the place a great place to live. The only way is for more people to be involved with the. It is sad to hear that the people think that the HOA is run by a company and not the Owners. 

H O A - stands for Home Owner Association - the owners are the association. So they need to step up and make the HOA a better group. 

HOA Summer - 2023 - What you need to know

 Well the winter rain finishing up and spring time plants coming on. It is time to look forward to the Summer.. Pool Time - BBQ - Travel Trips. 

 

1. - Swimming Pool - Please note the pool hours listed at the pool. Pool Closes at 10PM, make sure to keep the late evening partying noise level to a minimum. Also make sure young kids are not allowed to go to the pool unsupervised. The pool area has tables and chairs to use at the pool , but if you plan on a larger event, ask everyone to bring their own chairs or maybe an extra table. An ALWAYS CLEAN UP after your event. The HOA does not have a cleaning service for party clean-up. Also as a safety note, please report anyone you believe is not an owner or renter of the HOA. As well as if you see anyone climbing over the fences or opening the gates for NON- Residents. 

2. BBQ - It is always fun to BBQ in the summer or  So. Cal, just about all year round. But please make sure you grills are NOT close to the building or under and plant material on your patios. Also be respectful of the smoke blowing onto your neighbors patio or unit windows. NEVER Leave the grills unattended. Do NOT take charcoal grills to teh pool area as well. cook at home and bring only prepaid food to the Pools. 

3. Travel Time - When going out of town for an extended amount of time, let your neighbors know and maybe leave a spare key or the code for your garage. In-case there is a leak or some kind of emergency, someone can get into the unit and shut-off water or cut power. Also parking in the visitors  spots is limited to 3 days, before the car has to be moved. So park on the street or in the garage. Or have someone move it every few days. Please Contact the HOA on rules or advising while your gone with a emergency number or email as well.  

Well I hope this little bit of info will help this summer and have a good year. 

La Cresta HOA 

lacresta@phoac.com

P: 619.229.0044, ext. 1122 | workorders@phoac.com | www.phoac.com

After hours Emergency Ph: 1(800) 395-6036

HOA - Board Member Needed and duties - La Cresta HOA 2022

HOA - La Cresta - Brief Overview -

Reserve funds are used for large projects such as replacements or repairs within the homeowners association. The funds usually have strict criteria for how they are to be used. The criteria is based on the HOA community rules and regulations, bylaws and accountability. Some examples of reserve fund use are:

1. Roof replacement on common area buildings such as clubhouses and condominiums
2. Repairs on community pools and spas such as new pool pumps, pool heaters, pool deck repairs or refinishing etc.
3. Playground equipment, clubhouse, neighborhood parks, tennis courts
4. Replacing fencing in HOA controlled areas
5. Painting of community association buildings
6. Major landscape projects
7. Construction and major renovations such as sidewalk projects and private roads

This is just a brief look at a few examples of major projects that the reserve fund may be used for. Community-wide there may be hundreds of items the HOA board is responsible for, so check your governing documents. To get a copy of the governing documents for  please contact the board members or property manager listed below.

Offices of the Board of Directors and their Duties

The officers of the board of directors are generally president, vice-president, secretary, treasurer and member at large.

1. President - The president of the Board presides at all meetings of the Board of Directors. The president is ultimately responsible to see that orders and resolutions of the Board of Directors are carried out. The president generally signs all contracts and other written instruments and co-signs all checks and promissory notes.
2. Vice-President - The vice-president acts in the place and stead of the president in the event of his absence and exercises other duties as may be required of him by the Board.
3. Secretary - The secretary record the votes and keeps the minutes of all meetings and proceedings of the Board and of the Members. The secretary also signs all contracts and other instruments executed in the name of or on behalf of the association. The secretary is keeper of the corporate seal of the Association and affix it on all papers requiring the seal. The secretary also serves or causes to be served, notice of meetings of the Board and of the Members; keeps appropriate current records showing the Members of the Association together with their address, and performs other duties as required by the Board.
4. Treasurer - The treasurer receives and deposits in appropriate bank accounts all monies of the Association and disburses such funds as directed by resolution of the Board of Directors. The treasurer signs all checks of the association; is keeper of the books of account; cause an annual audit of the Association books to be made by a public accountant at the completion of each fiscal year; and prepares an annual budget and a statement of income and expenditures to be presented to the membership in compliance with the civil code, and delivers a copy of each to the Members.
5. Member at Large - The member at large is the fifth member of the Board of Directors and is a voting member of the board. The member at large fulfills duties as assigned by the President or by the board.

Being a volunteer member of an HOA board of directors does come with duties and responsibilities. The associations C.C.and R.'s (covenants, conditions and restrictions) and Bylaws set forth the general powers and duties of the Board and the specific limitations upon the Board's powers. The Board of Directors of an HOA generally have the power to adopt and publish "Rules and Regulations" to protect the interests of the homeowners. Each individual board position comes with certain duties and responsibilities. Read more about joining your HOA board of directors 

Being a volunteer member of an HOA board of directors does come with duties and responsibilities. The associations C.C.and R.'s (covenants, conditions and restrictions) and Bylaws set forth the general powers and duties of the Board and the specific limitations upon the Board's powers. The Board of Directors of an HOA generally have the power to adopt and publish "Rules and Regulations" to protect the interests of the homeowners. Each individual board position comes with certain duties and responsibilities. 

Please reach out to the Board or the property Management for more info on how to become a Board Member - PHOAC - 

P: 619.229.0044  -   | www.phoac.com

 

HOLIDAY LIGHTS - Removal - 

 

Attention La Cresta Residents:

 

Please be sure to remove your holiday décor and lighting from view of the exterior of your home no later than Sunday, January 23^rd, 2022 if you haven’t already done so.

 

The community rules state that holiday decorations are to be removed no later than January 10^th. An inspection of the community will be done afterward to ensure all holiday décor and lighting has been removed.

 

We appreciate your attention and cooperation in this matter.

 

On Behalf of the La Cresta Board,

 

PHOAC, Inc.

 

 LaCresta Meeting - Jan. 2022 will be at the Island's Restaurant in Carmel tn.6:30pm on the patio area.  Join us for Drink or a meal as well as the meeting. Start the New Year Out Right and come see what we are doing for 2022. Island's Bar & Grill

 What is a HOA ? 

Here is a great simple resource for what a HOA is and how the work.. A should Read for new to HOA memberships. 

https://www.eballot.com/resources/what-is-homeowners-association

HOA Info

New Year - New Meeting Place - HOA Monthly meetings

I would like to let everyone know that due to some changes with the schools meeting booking and cost, we have moved the monthly meetings to the Keller Williams real estate offices in Sabre Springs  at the corner of Sabre Springs Pkwy and Evening Creek - The Realtor Ladies - Vanessa and Jahida were kind enough to help us out with this change. A couple of great ladies supporting the HOA. This will be a nice upgrade as well to the meetings and easier to find and attend. So in 2019, please plan on attending at least once. See you on the 4th Tues on the month at 6:30pm.
Contact the ladies at - Yourkeytocalifornia@gmail.com if you need any real estate help as well.


Keller Williams Office - 13000 Sabre Springs Pkwy #100 - San Diego CA. 92128

City of San Diego - Website reporting Issues. Link

Here is a great link to the City of San Diego "Get it Done " program to help speed up getting things fixed or reported to the city for repairs or problems that need to be addressed.

City SD reporting

Solar Panels At La Cresta - HOA - Panels for the Pools - Reduce Cost to the HOA

Just to let everyone know that the HOA approved and has started the project to install Solar Panels in between the Upper and Lower pools to provide Solar Power for the two pools. This Project will allow the  HOA to reduce the cost of electricity and SAVE the HOA 10's of thousands of dollars a year and even more as rates go up in the future. This Project will take a few months to complete but will not impact the pool use at either pool.

You may have seen the slop being cleared for them to be installed - Baker Solar will be installing them. For More info on this project, come to any board meeting and we will fill you in.


Thanks again and we hope you will enjoy the final results and cost reduction to the overall HOA yearly budget..

La Cresta HOA

Trash Area at LaCresta

We now have a trash service at LaCresta, This will give us better recycling collection as well. We are also reducing our Cost..

There are 2 bins now, the One for recycling, the one for normal trash. We have posted signs in this area as well.

Please help and RECYCLE all you can.

Also DO NOT LEAVE OVER SIZE ITEMS IN THE DUMPSTER AREA.. Item oversized will not be picked up as part of the normal  trash collection. These items require an extra service call and as such they charge extra for this service. On Average $150 per area pickup.  Sometimes more if it is a larger or hazardous items.

These Items Include:
Mattress - Box Springs
Hot Water Heater
Appliances - Dishwasher - Washer /Dryer - TV
Toilets
Tables - Chairs
BBQ
Paint
Furniture
Anything Larger than the dumpster or items not placed in the dumpster..

All of these items COST the HOA more money that is not part of the budget and in turn Cosyt all of the other owners MORE in DUES.. So Please have YOUR large items hauled away at your own cost NOT all of our Cost..

Thanks..La Crest HOA....

Condo Insurance Tips - Home Owners and CA. Earthquate Insurance Info.

Here are a few insurance tips from our Policy holder - Framers Insurance. as well as a booklet from the Ca. Earthquake Authority: CEA Info sheet.

As well as a Condo Info booklet from Farmers Insurance. Tip on what you need to make sure your covered as a Condo Owner.
Farmer Condo Owner Guide - Home Owners Insurance

For all your Insurance needs about La Cresta - Contact Menas Property Management or the Farmers Agents.

For insurance questions/cert request:

Erich Eichman erich.seichman@farmersagency.com.

Fax: 760-230-6176

Additional contact: Suellen & Gary Eichman

Elite Commercial Agency

760-230-6157 (Office)

seichman@farmersagent.com

Are Your Screens Worn Out - Get help at ACE Hardware

We're here to help! 858-385-1801

It's Time to Rescreen! Has the summer sun worn out your window screens? Simply bring your screens in and we'll repair them to make them look new. If your screens are beyond repair, we can make new ones. See our screen experts for details.

Crime Map for the Neigborhood - San Diego PD

Not something you want to happen, But things do happen and sometimes they are bad things. But you might want to check out this San Diego Police Crime Map. It will tell what has been happening in the area and things to watch out for. There have been a few car break in,in the area.

http://www.crimemapping.com/

Fall Newsletter - 2016 -

So It is Newsletter time again. Hope everyone is having a Great Year and looking forward to the Holiday Season and 2017.
Here is the latest Newsletter Fall 2016 - La Cresta HOA .

La Cresta Fall Newsletter
November 2016

La Cresta HOA Board for 2016 – 2017

Just Remember - We all need to be involved with the HOA -NEW  Board Members are needed..
President Jeff Squires
Vice President Kathleen Mac Pherson
Treasurer Kim Caudy
Secretary Eleanor Patella
Member Glenn Alliano
La Cresta Property Management
Elle Allan
Menas Realty
4990 Mission Blvd
San Diego, CA 92109
858-270-7870 ext 41
EAlan@menas.com
www.menas.com
Please contact Elle for questions about architectural approvals, property maintenance, and other questions & concerns. If you see an item on the property needing maintenance, please send an email to maintenance@menas.com and copy Elle.

Monthly Board Meetings:

La Cresta HOA Board meetings are held on the fourth Tuesday of every month and homeowners are encouraged to attend. Meetings are held at Morning Creek Elementary School and begin at 6:30 p.m. During the summer months meetings are held at either the lower or upper pool area.

Holiday Lighting & Decoration:

With the holiday season right around the corner, please remember a few things. Lighting strings should be approved for outdoor use and extension cords used should be run safely. Plastic clips on the rain gutters should be used for hanging lighting strings and any ornaments.
DO NOT USE NAILS OR SCREWS IN THE WOOD FASCIA.
Halloween decorations should be taken down in the first week of November. Diwali lighting decoration should be taken down after the holiday and not left up in anticipation of the Christmas season. Christmas holiday lighting & decorations should not be put up until the day after Thanksgiving, and be taken down by January 10th.
When putting up holiday lighting please keep your neighbors in mind. Bright rapid flashing LED strings should be avoided.

Landscaping & Irrigation:

Be observant and report irrigation problems if you notice a broken irrigation head, or a turf area or planter that isn’t getting enough water. Please contact Menas Realty so we can have the landscapers check it out and make any necessary repairs or adjustments.
With reduced watering, areas of plants & turf are impacted faster if a valve fails to work or nozzles become clogged. Keep in mind that some turf areas may not be quite as green as they were years ago when no concern was given to water use, but nothing should be turning completely brown.

Entry Way Cleanup:

Many types of advertising flyers are left on our doorsteps along with new phone books and other items. Please take a few minutes to check your front door and sidewalk areas and pick up items lying on the ground.
Entry way areas need to be kept clear. Many homeowners like to place a potted plant or similar item in their entryway to add a personal touch to their home. This is fine, but should not be excessive. Entry way areas should not be used as storage areas for shoes, bicycles, toys, etc. Entry way areas need to be kept clear for ease of access in the event of an emergency.

Security Door Maintenance:

Many homeowners have installed the approved security door on their front door. Over time they may rust and need maintenance. Rusty security doors are not very attractive. Take a few minutes and evaluate your security door. If the door has become rusty it should be repainted with white or off-white exterior enamel paint so it looks nice. Notices will be sent to homeowners if needed.

Roof Maintenance:

Over the years the board has worked diligently with roofing contractors to maintain the roof areas of all buildings at LaCresta in order to minimize the occurrence of roof leaks during rainy weather. Unfortunately a few roof leaks occur anyway. When they do every effort is made to get the roofing contractors out to make repairs as soon as possible.
During the Summer the board worked with two different roofing contractors to evaluate the overall
condition of the roofs and if a property wide project was needed. Baseline cost to replace the underlying felt membrane on all buildings was about $2 million.
After discussion with our primary roofing contractor the board has decided to proceed as follows;
If a roof leak develops and the underlying felt membrane for a large area and other roof areas of the same building is determined to be deteriorated badly, then the roof on that entire building will be repaired. Minor leaks will be fixed as needed. This approach is more proactive, yet doesn’t require spending $2 million. Notices will be left on garage doors if a building is scheduled for roof repair.

Architectural Improvements:

Owners wishing to do the following must submit a request to the La Cresta HOA prior to proceeding.
Window replacement: (Simonton & Anlyn)
Patio cover installation: (white vinyl or wood, self supporting, not attached to the building)
Security door installation: (3 models now approved)
Satellite dish installation: (Pole  or Clamps -NO Screwing directly into Stucco or Wood)
Please contact Elle at Menas Realty to obtain necessary information on what is allowed and the request forms.

Patio area improvements:

Homeowners may decorate back patio areas as they wish. Installing patio brick or concrete is fine as long as drains are kept clear, the area is sloped away from the building, and proper elevations are maintained. All construction plans need to be submitted for approval prior to work beginning and homeowners should review architectural requirements when deciding on all backyard improvements.

Interior remodeling:

As stated in the CC&Rs, homeowners can replace flooring, drywall, carpeting, interior appliances, cabinets, and do kitchen and bathroom upgrades as they wish. No approval is needed from the homeowners association.
Structural modifications are not allowed nor are changes to floor plan layout.
Also, please remember that changes to plumbing and/or electrical systems require a City of San Diego building permit. Using a fully licensed building contractor is highly recommended if you are considering any interior remodeling work.

Garage Doors:

Homeowners are responsible for maintenance and replacement of garage doors as needed. Cracked or broken panels should be replaced. The garage door model is Wayne Dalton 8000. The homeowners association takes care of painting garage doors as part of building maintenance.
Currently many garage doors are very dirty and need to be washed. If your garage door has an accumulation of dirt, take a few minutes to clean it using mild detergent, a bucket, large sponge, and your garden hose with a shut off device on it.

Plumbing Leaks:

Homeowners are responsible for maintenance and repair of plumbing for their units. Water leaks in the rigid copper piping are an unfortunate reality of ownership and do occur. Also check the shut off valves and connecting tubing at sinks & toilets. If you have original hardware it is advisable to replace with new valves and flexible braided tubing.

HVAC Equipment:

With cooler Fall & Winter days ahead we will be turning our furnaces back on. This is a good time to do some basic maintenance. Make sure the filters are clean and the burner is operating properly. If you are unsure about checking the burner flame, you should have a service technician do this for you.
Programmable thermostats are a great way to help reduce energy use and cost.

Note to Dog Owners:

While most dog owners are very good about picking up after their dog, there are a few that aren’t. If you are a dog owner, please clean up after your pet. Dog feces left in the turf areas are a hazard to children playing, and just plain disgusting.

Parking:

Parking is very limited at LaCresta. Please refer to the parking rules if you are unaware of them. Having your vehicle towed can be very expensive.

Old Paint Recycling Center

Find the closest place to drop off old paint. DO NOT just toss it in the trash... Recycle Old Paint here:
Paint drop-off-locations

PaintCar 

PaintCare Products

These products are part of the program – They have fees when you purchase them, and they are accepted for free when you take them to drop-off sites:

• Interior and exterior architectural paints: latex, acrylic, water-based, alkyd, oil-based, enamel (including textured coatings)
• Deck coatings, floor paints (including elastomeric)
• Primers, sealers, undercoaters
• Stains
• Shellacs, lacquers, varnishes, urethanes (single component)
• Waterproofing concrete/masonry/wood sealers and repellents (not tar or bitumen-based)
• Metal coatings, rust preventatives
• Field and lawn paints

Non-PaintCare Products

These products are not part of the program – They have no fees when you purchase them, and they are not accepted at drop-off sites:

• Paint thinners, mineral spirits, solvents
• Aerosol paints (spray cans)
• Auto and marine paints
• Art and craft paints
• Caulking compounds, epoxies, glues, adhesives
• Paint additives, colorants, tints, resins
• Wood preservatives (containing pesticides)
• Roof patch and repair
• Asphalt, tar and bitumen-based products
• 2-component coatings
• Deck cleaners
• Traffic and road marking paints
• Industrial Maintenance (IM) coatings
• Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) (shop application) paints and finishes

Note: Containers that are leaking or empty – and containers without the original printed manufacturer’s label are not accepted at retail drop-off sites. (Some household hazardous programs will accept handwritten labels – please call sites if you are unsure.) PaintCare Products vs. Non-PaintCare Products (PDF version for printing)

Garage Sale for La Cresta - June 11th 2016

http://www.lacrestagaragesale.com/

Sign Up - Garage Sale at La Cresta - June 11th  7Am to Noon - 
Sign up sheet..

HOA'S - To Preserve and Protect

HOA'S - To Preserve and Protect

   One of the biggest advantages of living in a common-interest development is the ability of the Association to preserve, protect and enhance property values. But, just how does the Board of Directors guide the Association to perform these duties? Often, we think of the Association as having Rules and Regulations limiting personal freedoms and individuality. But, it is those same Rules and Regulations that protect, preserve and enhance the investment each homeowner has in their home. CC&R's (Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions) define the responsibilities of Homeowners versus the responsibilities of the Association, thus protecting your investment. First and foremost, Associations are made up of the Board, Committee Members, and Homeowners. It is established as a corporation in which ALL owners are members. The Board's duty is to establish Rules & Regulations that are extracted from the CC&R's and written in laymen's terms. Architectural controls, guidelines, and procedures are established in order to promote aesthetic conformity throughout the community. Lastly, as owners, keeping abreast of association matters and contributing positive, constructive input during Open Forum is always welcomed. Choosing to attend Board meetings, doing your duty as a member of the community, and understanding everyone's role will only benefit everyone.

2015 HOA Law updates

Update of New Laws for 2015:

  

Civil Code §4750. Personal Gardens.

  

This law allows members to put gardens in their backyard (not front), even if prohibited by the CC&Rs. CC&Rs cannot prohibit or unreasonably restrict use of Exclusive Use backyards for personal agriculture including edible plant crops for personal use or donation that bear fruits or vegetables but not marijuana or unlawful substances.

    

Civil Code §§ 4530. Transfer Costs.

  

1)       When a seller (or seller's escrow) asks for copies of documents in anticipation of sale, seller (or escrow) has to reimburse the association.

  

2)       Association cannot charge an additional fee for electronic delivery in lieu of hard copy delivery of documents requested.

  

3)       Association cannot get reimbursed from a buyer.

   

Civil Code §4735. Fining for Not Watering.

  

Governing documents cannot prohibit the use of low water-using plants as a group or as a replacement of existing turf. Association cannot impose a fine against a member for reducing or eliminating the watering of plantings/lawns during a declared drought. There are, however, solutions:

  

1) Create 3-4 attractive "approved" model landscape plans, some of which use little or no water; 2) identify low-water use plants and add them to the existing approved plant palettes; and 3) specify a choice of premium synthetic lawn in architectural standards.

  

Associations cannot fine members who choose not to water their lawn during a declared drought. However, associations can impose fines for "lack of landscape maintenance".

  

Civil Code §4736. Powerwashing.

  

Provisions of governing documents are void and unenforceable if they require pressure washing the exterior of separate interests and exclusive use common areas during a declared drought emergency.

    

Civil Code § 715. Solar Energy.

  

Associations can impose reasonable restrictions that do not significantly increase cost or decrease efficiency of solar energy systems.

  

1) For water heating systems or solar swimming pool heating systems that comply with law: "significantly" means an amount exceeding 10% of original system cost, but in no case more than

  

$1000, or, decreasing the efficiency of the system by amount exceeding 10%. 2) For Photo Voltaic systems, "significantly" means an amount not to exceed $1,000 over the original system cost, or, a decrease in system efficiency of an amount exceeding 10%.

  

If an application is not denied in writing within 45 days from receipt, the application is deemed approved. If disapproved, the association must explain why in writing.

  

Partial Payments for Assessment Collection

  

Pursuant to new case law, associations must now accept partial payments for delinquent assessment collection.

   

Did you know, the status of Manager certification(s) must be disclosed annually?

  

Manager Certification Disclosure:     As required by Civil Code, this disclosure is being provided to notify the Board that I, ­­­­­­­­­­­­­____________, have met all requirements to be called a "certified common interest development manager" through California Association of Community Managers (CACM), 23461 South Pointe Drive, Suite 200, Laguna Hills, CA 92653, who may be contacted at 800-363-9771. The certification was renewed 11/20/2014 and is currently active. My office location is Menas Realty Company, 4990 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109

These were sent out to every Board Member earlier this month & will continue to be sent out annually.