Eastwood Park HOA

November Newsletter

Dec 21, 2004

November Board Meeting

1. In October the Board of Directors reviewed, discussed and approved the budget for 2005. A copy of this budget, notice of the annual meeting, new coupon books and envelopes will be mailed out in December. The HOA has been operating in a deficit for several years now. The board has been very active in trying to find ways to cut costs and reduce outgo. Many have spent quite a few Saturday mornings doing volunteer work to cut maintenance expenses. After reviewing the CC & R?’S, The board has included in the budget a $16.00 per month water surcharge per unit. This figure was arrived with the help of the City of Mesa Water Conservation Dept. and our Attorney. This assessment will go into effect on January 1, 2005. Homeowners will have to add the additional $16.00 to their monthly HOA assessment. This water surcharge was added because the HOA is not receiving enough funds in each month to cover our basic maintenance fees. It will also give us a chance to create a reserve fund account for our community.

2. A Big welcome goes out to our 2 new members, elected in November to serve on the Board of Directors.

Mark Nelson and David Bush.

Remember there will be an election at the Annual Meeting in January. If interested in running for a position on the board of directors, please contact Bill Bates at Rossmar & Graham. (480) 551-4219












Christmas Social

Ladies, let?’s get together on Sunday, December 5th in the Clubhouse from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. to make PineCone Christmas Wreaths. The cost for this will be $5.00 per person, and this will include all of your supplies. Please, make your reservations by December 3rd, so that we can make sure to have ample amount of decorations. Call (480) 834-6520 if interested in this crafty seasonal project.

Have you thought about
Sure Pay?

Please contact Rossmar & Graham if you are interested in having your HOA dues automatically withdrawn from your checking or charge account.

Clubhouse Rental

The clubhouse is available for rent, for parties or meetings. There is a $25.00 fee, and a $75.00 refundable deposit. This is available for all residents and their families.

Paint Giveaway

On Saturday, November 13, 2004
You will be happy to know that 7 residents showed up at the Paint for Less parking lot to take part in this giveaway, and Eastwood Park ended up with 120 gallons of paint. All we need now is a paint sprayer, and we can start fixing up those spots on our walls where the water has washed off the paint.
Thank you to all of the residents that helped with this free collection.

Annual Garage Sale

Eastwood Park Home Owners?’ annual garage sale was a great success. There were 9 families involved in this sale. Using the South side of the property turned out good, as we didn?’t have the sun in our eyes. Thanks to all of the residents that participated in this event.

Board Meetings

Our Monthly board meeting for the month of December has been moved up 1 week. It will be held on Tuesday December 14th at 7:00 p.m. in the clubhouse, not on the 21st of December. Hope to see you there!

Christmas Tree Recycling

Mesa residents may drop-off their Christmas tree at any of the following locations free of charge:

Solid Waste Division
730 North Mesa Drive - This site will have a collection container available for trees seven days a week from 12/26/04 to 01/08/05.
Central Christian Church
933 North Lindsay ?– This site will only collect on Saturday, January 1, 2005 and Saturday, January 8, 2005 from 7 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Mesa Fire Stations will still accept the donation of live potted Christmas trees for planting at City parks. For more information about the program, visit our web page at: www.cityofmesa.org/waste/Xmas_tree.asp







Your Board Members:
Jeremy Nash ?– President
Kristof Frestedt ?– Vice President
Donna Flint ?– Treasurer
Robin Hoste ?– Secretary
Ellen Cagle ?– Board Member
Jeff Mohr ?– Board Member
Ken Shrum ?– Board Member
Mark Nelson ?– Board Member
David Bush ?– Board Member
Peanut Brittle - 72 Servings
?• 2 cups sugar ?• 1 cup light-colored corn syrup ?• 1/2 cup water ?• 1/4 cup butter (no substitutes) ?• 2 1/2 cups raw peanuts or other coarsely chopped nuts ?• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda, sifted
1. Butter 2 large baking sheets; set aside. Butter sides of a heavy 3-quart saucepan. In pan combine sugar, corn syrup, water, and butter. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until mixture boils. Clip a candy thermometer to side of pan. Reduce heat to medium-low; continue boiling at a moderate, steady rate, stirring occasionally, until the thermometer registers 275 degrees F, soft-crack stage (about 30 minutes). Stir in nuts; continue cooking over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until thermometer registers 295 degrees F, hard crack stage (15 to 20 minutes more).
2. Remove pan from heat; remove thermometer. Quickly sprinkle baking soda over mixture, stirring constantly. Immediately pour onto prepared baking sheets. Use 2 forks to lift and pull candy as it cools. Cool completely; break into pieces. Store tightly covered up to 1 month. Makes 2-1/4 pounds (72 servings).