Board Meeting Summary 5/13/2025
“Election Results” The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. by VP Jayne Handley,…
🎯 Mission: Power to the Homeowners
Tired of HOA overreach and management companies acting like mini-dictators? You’re not alone. Most homeowners can’t afford a lawyer—but together, we can afford a solution. 💡 What You Get When you join this Patreon, you’re helping fund access to generalized legal guidance from a handpicked group of California attorneys who only represent homeowners—never HOAs. This…
Board Meeting Summary 5/13/2025
“Election Results” The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. by VP Jayne Handley, the board vice president, who was running the meeting in the absence of President William Wesley. Prior to the open main meeting, an executive session was held where the board reviewed an appeal, approved executive meeting minutes, reviewed some contracts,…
🎉 Donald Ridge Court is Throwing a Block Party!
On Saturday, May 24, 2025, the residents of Donald Ridge Court are rolling out the welcome mat—and the folding chairs—for an old-fashioned street party. And guess what? You’re invited. Yes, all 80+ households in Eastridge Hills. Even if your dog votes against it. Check out our Calendar of Events page for more details.
Breaking News
Recall Election Results Confirmed The Ballots Are In—Here’s Count The Recall Election period has officially ended. What comes next? The part where democracy rolls up its sleeves: the ballot count. The results signal a bold new direction and a long-overdue wake-up call for the HOA. One thing is certain: for those who won seats on…
One Hat at a Time — Why Your HOA President Can’t Be the Treasurer Too!
Because Monopoly is a board game, not a HOA Board strategy. Reality Check: The Law Isn’t Optional-In Eastridge Hills, where each homeowner has a significant financial stake, leadership should be by the book—literally. But recently, that book’s been ignored. Let’s break it down: California Corporations Code § 7213(a) clearly states that in a nonprofit mutual…
Summary-Open HOA Special Meeting 04-10-2025
The Eastridge Hills HOA Board of Directors held a meeting on April 10, 2025, which included both an Executive Session and a subsequent Open Meeting. Executive Session Disclosure: President Wesley reported that the Board met in Executive Session to discuss contracts and other ancillary items. A key topic was the potential automation of the community…
Mow Your Neighbor’s Lawn?
Should You Be Paying to Mow Your Neighbor’s Lawn? Reality check: Most people would laugh at the idea. “You want me to pay your landscaping bill?”—Yeah, no thanks. But here in Eastridge Hills, your HOA dues have been quietly hard at work… keeping the weeds down and the grass cut—on city-owned parkland next to your…
When “Mom and Pop” Can’t Keep Up: One HOA’s Bold Step Toward Better Management
Reality Check: The Neighborhood Is Evolving—Is Our Management Company? A neighboring HOA—over 1,200 single-family homes strong—just made a bold move that’s turning heads across Solano County. After years of working with the Kelly Management Company, their HOA board voted to terminate the contract this March and move forward with a new, modern management service. This…
Is Your Insurance MIA?
Reality Check: Just The Facts A new national study says nearly 1 in 7 U.S. homes are uninsured—that’s 11.3 million homes out of 82.9 million. If that trend holds true here in Eastridge Hills, 10 of your neighbors could be one burst pipe or wildfire away from a financial disaster. Yikes. What’s Going On? The…
HOA Doubles Down—At What Cost?
A Tutorial – HOA Reserve Funding 101 -Eggs in One Basket Running a homeowners association isn’t free—everyone understands that. Even with a Board of Directors made up of volunteers, there are necessary expenses for maintenance, services, and administration. Managing those expenses wisely, however, is a fundamental duty of the Board. Board members don’t just volunteer…
