Wednesday, October 5, 2016
UPDATE... Conversation with Mr. Frazier
*******UPDATE: 10/5/16********
I spoke with Brett Frazier this morning, and apparently between the calls Dale made and after meeting with Mr Frazier, the county is re-thinking the pipe replacement. Mr Frazier met with Ahmad and Phil T. to re-examine the $5.1 million project. If after testing, the pipes show to be in compliant condition, they will consider deferring the infrastructure improvement project, until much further down the road. However, in the rate study (underway) they will budget for a reserve account; for capital improvement projects that we will eventually need someday. In addition, they are considering installing the wireless meters in the back of the property; and its looking like a real possibility. This is good news.
Brett still plans to get us the information from the attorney on the privatization process; as he has confirmed if we do choose that route, they are fine with it. At least, we can acquire all of this information and examine our options; even if we decide to remain with the county running our water district.
In addition, Brett is in negotiations attempting to work a contract for us to use or purchase a Municipal well already developed close to our community. If successful, this would get us off water restrictions the quickest and give us the capacity we need at the lowest cost. It may be a couple months before he knows if this can be a reality.
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I think the private approach is well worth looking into.
The private approach is a great idea. Let's take control of our neighborhood so we arent dependant on the county. They obviously havent had our best interests in mind.
I agree that privatization may be the best approach and should be closely evaluated. If we (rolling hills) elects to move toward privatization, I think we need to formalize an HOA so that our elected board actually has some teeth to make decisions. I'm not a fan of the new neighboring development but we can view the development and our water issues as a marking point toward forward movement with our neighborhood. Let's use this time as an opportunity to make a plan that will maintain and increase our property values.
Why would wireless meters be a good thing?
What are the problems with going private? It sounds good but what are we missing?
I think going private seems like a good idea and worth looking into.
Excellent comment, we really do need to explore formalization. We need to form a legal entity, in order to officially maintain ownership of the community's assets. We are still investigating what the county's attorney comes up with regarding their recommended process towards privatization of SA19. I hope we will have that before this Thursdays meeting.
If there was an attorney, in our community, who could volunteer some time; we need to investigate the process and costs involved with becoming a legal entity.
I spoke with Tom Lubratich, he informs me that Rolling Hills used to be run and maintained by the residents. They used the money paid monthly, to pay for maintenance and trouble calls. Apparently Ralph Tonseth, was part of that leadership. We need to hear from residents who were directly involved with maintaining the water system at that time, so we can learn from their experiences.
Thank you for contributing. Water meters are required 1. It's a state mandate, so we have no choice its the law; by 2025. 2. The wireless meters are good because less expensive to maintain than traditional meters. They virtually eliminate the need for water company personnel to enter your property. In addition, we wouldn't need to move the mains in the back, to the front. 3. Meters in general encourage water responsibility. Those who use a lot of water will be accountable for what they use, while those who conserve will pay less than the non-conservers.
I also think privatizing an HOA would be best so that we can decide where our money is spent. My grandparents moved to Rolling Hills in the early eighties and I recently bought their home two years ago because I loved the area so much and remember it being such a beautiful place to visit as a child. It pains me to see everyone's yard deteriorating and property values drop. Let's make it beautiful again and a desirable place to live.
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