Indian Hills

Smoke Signals Newsletter of January 2008

Feb 26, 2008

HIGHLIGHTS OF 2007 ANNUAL MEETING

The 20076 Annual Meeting of the Indian Hills Residents Association was held October 23, 2007 at the Northwest Church of the Nazarene.

Treasurer Bob Jacobsen reported that for the fiscal year ended 9/30/07, the com-bined accounts of the IHRA showed a net operating surplus of $4171.46.

There was discussion about our continuing need for a new Entrances Chairperson. If necessary, the Board will consider some level of professional care for our entrances.

The following individuals were elected as officers and trustees. The officers each serve one-year terms, the trustee serves a five-year term.

President Ed Geraghty
Vice President Tim Matyac
Treasurer Bob Jacobsen
Secretary Tim Carroll
Asst. Secretary Jane Newton
Trustee Jack Conner

Minutes of the Annual Meeting are available on our website.


APPROVED OPERATING BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2007-2008

Estimated Income
Annual Fees 23025
Assoc. Memberships 3500
Interest & Dividends 50
Misc. Income 100
Swim Club 28500
Tennis Club 450
Total income 55625

Estimated Expenses
Activities 800
Bank Fees 100
Blockwatch 50
Directory 350
Entrances 3500
Insurance 2700
Common Grounds 2000
Maintenance & Repair 5500
Misc. Expense 250
Office Expense 100
Postage 750
Printing 600
Swim Club 27500
Taxes 4100
Tennis Club 450
Utilities 3250
Snow Removal 1750
Total Expenses 53750
Surplus/(Deficit) 1875

IT?’S ANNUAL FEE TIME
Billing statements for the 2008 Annual Fee will soon be mailed to every Indian Hills homeowner. They should go out on or around January 2nd, and payment is due by January 31st. The amount of the Annual Fee is $75 per property. These fees are the major source of income for the Association, allowing us to pay for our property taxes, insurance, utilities, and maintain and improve our commonly-owned assets. Please look for the Annual Fee statement in your mailbox, and your return your payment promptly in the envelope provided.

HOLIDAY LIGHTS LOOK LOVELY!
As usual, Indian Hills is sporting a seasonal look which includes many, many homes decorated with outdoor lights, wreaths, Santa, reindeer, candy canes, and all sorts of holiday decoration. This time of year, it?’s a real treat to drive through our neighbor-hood. Thanks to all residents who ?“deck the halls?”. It looks great!

Winners of the Holiday Decoration Contest
There were so many to choose from, but Chairperson Kristin Zerkle and her intrepid Activities Committee selected the 3 best homes in the 2007 decoration contest. These top 3 received gift cards of $75, $50 and $25, respectively. They are:

1. Gary & Mary Ann Grove, 891 Lynbrook
2. Eugene & Lynn Moore, 6037 Tulip Hill
3. Dennis & Linda Foley, 951 Spring Grove

Good job and congratulations!



CITY CHRISTMAS TREE FROM INDIAN HILLS
It was on TV and in the newspaper, but you may have missed it. This year?’s official Columbus Christmas tree came from right here in Indian Hills. Mrs. Bertie Tomsic of 5924 Litchfield Rd. donated the large evergreen, which was removed from her yard then lit and displayed in front of City Hall. A nice gesture, Mrs. T! And a nice tree, too.

HALLOWEEN PARTY A SPOOKY SUCCESS
The neighborhood Halloween party was held October 27th at the Common Grounds. There was a bonfire for roasting hotdogs and marshmallows, goody bags for all the kids, and lots of creepy costumes. A great time was had by folks of all ages. Thanks go to Activities Chair Kristin Zerkle and her helpers. Great job!


NEW NEIGHBORS
Please give a warm Indian Hills welcome to these new residents:
Doug & Missy Obergefell, 6073 Tulip Hill
Tom Scarpitti, 945 Spring Grove


NEW DIRECTORIES TO BE DELIVERED SOON
The latest Indian Hills Directory is in the works and should be ready for delivery soon. Please look for the 2007/2008 Directory in your mailbox. Should our crack delivery staff happen to skip your home, please contact Association VP Tim Matyac at 846-5888.