1. The Cotswolds Community Holiday Meeting Status Report & Updates
November 16, 2015

2. The New Board of Directors
Transition to Resident-Controlled HOA in July 2015
New Board of Directors
David Lott – Chairman
David Long – Finance Committee
Anne Alexander – ARC & Clubhouse/Pool Committees
Jay Tysver – Secretary & Website
Mary Stewart Nelson Thompson – Townhome Committee and Legal Advisor

3. Financial Report Where we are and where we hope to be.
Major Repairs and Improvements in 2015:
Paving of All Cotswolds Roads
Small Pool Repair
Clubhouse HVAC Repair
New Treadmills & Fan in Clubhouse
Security Cameras in Clubhouse & Pool Area
Major Outlays for 2016
Large Pool Repair
Repainting Clubhouse Wood Trim and Iron Fence
Replacing Pool Fence
Improvement of Walking Trail

4. Financial Report
Please help us cut costs! This provides more money to improve our community. Areas to cut costs are:
Keep temperature at reasonable level in clubhouse
Turn lights off in clubhouse when not in use
Refrain from damaging pool facilities and equipment
Refrain from damaging clubhouse facilities and furniture
Follow pool rules to reduce need for security

5. Financial Report Long Term Goals
Playground
Basketball Goal Pad
Of note, some long term goals may be rendered unnecessary by the Vestavia Community Park under construction next to The Cotswolds.

6. ARC Committee Report Goals:
To keep home values at a maximum
To keep our community’s families and residents in mind
To balance the needs of the individual with the needs of the community.
If you are going to make a change to your home, please get ARC approval first. Use the website to submit your ARC Approval Request.

7. Landscaping
Since the resident-turnover, significant improvements have been made in the mowing of common areas.
Major common areas are mowed regularly
Unused lots are mowed on a monthly or quarterly basis as needed, with the edges mowed more frequently.
The purpose of mowing the common areas is to improve appearance and prevent rodents and reptiles.

8. Landscaping Mowing Our Banks
To help promote safety and appearance, residents with grassy banks that face other homes have been asked to mow their banks during the growing months.
Whether a resident has a bank that needs mowing is a case-by-case basis. There are many exceptions. Please ask a Board Member if your bank needs to be mowed during the growing months.

9. Pool Update
Small pool repairs completed. Large pool repairs forthcoming.
The need for security and its proven success.
Importance of Pool Rules
Many are required by the County
Promote safety and enjoyment for all residents
Allow for a family-friendly atmosphere

10. Improvements to Pool & Clubhouse
Currently getting quotes for other companies to clean and maintain pool
Currently getting quotes for new fence, new gate, and painting the pool area.
Security cameras have been installed at pool and in clubhouse.

11. The Website www.thecotswoldshoa.com
Provides community news, a discussion forum, and community announcements
Report any issues or problems using the links on the website.
Submit Clubhouse Rental Requests with the website
Let us know if you have any news you would like to share with the community! We love supporting our neighbors!

12. Beautification Committee
The Board has recently established a Beautification Committee to promote the beauty of our neighborhood and celebrate those residents who bring beauty to our community.
Monthly or quarterly “Best Yard” awards.
The committee will help with the appearance of pool and entrances to help reduce landscaping costs.

13. Ways You Can Help Join a committee!
ARC Committee
Townhome Committee
Beautification Committee
Pool & Clubhouse Committee
Any other ideas???
Let the Board know if you want to volunteer and any special skills you want to contribute.
Let us know about your achievements and family announcements for the website!

14. A Special Slice of Awesome
Sicard Hollow Road is on the books to be re-paved in 2016!!!
Thank you to Anne Alexander for getting this done!
Toy Drive – December 9, 2015

15. Thank You!!!
Thank you for being our neighbors!!! Thank you for your support! Thank you for your efforts! Thank you for expressing your concerns! Thank you for allowing us to serve you! Next Meeting: ~February 2016