April 2024 Newsletter

MYERLEE CIRCLE NEWSLETTER

April 2024

 

6945 Dog Leg Way, Fort Myers,FL  33919 Phone 239-481-8387                                   board@myerleecircle.com

Editor: Julia Tepper      ocmjulia@gmal.com

 

MYERLEE CIRCLE BOARD UPDATE

 

Several months ago, the Board of Directors started discussing the need for major repairs and painting of the front of our condominiums.

Although the fronts of our condos appear to be brick, it is a colored stucco that has never been painted/sealed since the units were built, to protect and prevent

ongoing deterioration. Over the past three (3) years, the association has had to pay increased costs to repair damaged window sills, and multiple cracks of the

stucco on many of our buildings. Consequently, the board investigated the appropriate options to help prevent further deterioration.

Sherwin Williams specialist reviewed the condition of our buildings, offered information about the best products to use as part of the painting process and

supplied the Unit Director names of paint companies, some who also are able to do sealant of the stucco. Upon review of the cost for painting versus sealant,

painting was the most cost effective option which the board approved in

February, 2024.

 

Preparation for painting will include trimming,  cutting or removing some bushes that are blocking the painter’s ability to get close enough to repair the stucco, remove the outdoor plastic shutters then power wash the units before major

repairs can take place.

 

OWNER’S CONCERNS:

 

1. The board is contemplating painting the front of the units a different color which will remove the look of a brick front. According to the paint specialist

hired to paint the units, if a sealant is used instead of paint, the stucco would have a shiny appearance and would not cover the flaws of the stucco, such as dark or faded spots from the sun and the shutters.

 

2. The board has stated they are unsure if the shutters can be put back on after painting is completed, the paint needs to cure. They may need to wait several months before a decision can be made. Consequently the shutters that survive removal will be stored in the association’s shed, per the Unit Manager.

 

3. Owners raised concerns and dissatisfaction that they do not have the right to vote on the paint color and 

replacement of shutters. 

Before considering this Paint and Repair Project, the Board did obtain clarification from our legal council on the Board’s role and responsibility for the necessary

maintenance of the association’s real property. They indicate that the board does not require a vote from the membership to change paint color or permanently remove the shutters.

 

Several Petitions addressing owners concerns regarding painting the units a different color, removing the look of brick, and, possibly, not having shutters –

replaced after painting is completed were circulated throughout the community.

The Petitions were sent to the Board with a request to include the paint project on the March Agenda, which occurred.

 

There was a lively discussion about this project during the March meeting, but no decision about paint color or shutters was reached. Although there was a request

for a Members Meeting to take place in early April, the Board of Directors felt that they must obtain advice from their legal council before going forward with the project.

 

The April Members Meeting is delayed till further notice. Potential project start date is June 2024 because of this controversy.

 

MAINTENANCE STAFF CONTACT

 

This is a brief reminder on the different ways you can contact the Maintenance Staff:

Mike’s work schedule:

 

Monday——- 8:30 am-4:00 pm

Wednesday—8:30 am- 4:00 pm

Thursday——-8:30 am- 4:00 pm

1)Submit a completed Maintenance Repair Form to the Board Office. Forms can be

obtained online, from our Website or, copies are available outside the door of the Board Office located in the clubhouse.

2) Leave a message on the Board phone # (239) 481- 8387.

3) If you experience an emergency on Mike’s days off, contact the Unit Manager, Tom

Kaiser @(309)550-0404.

 

NOTICE:

 

To those owners that are installing Fiber Optics Cable, be aware that the box must be placed in the back of the house.

 

The Board of Directors

 

THANK YOU!

 

Our lovely librarian Eileen Lightel recently retired from her volunteer job after 15 years of dedicated service to our library.

She was wonderful at organizing, maintaining, and donating many books to our collection. Not only that, but she also directed the book club. 

We appreciate all the hard work and effort she put in over the years, and we wish her a happy and enjoyable retirement. Thanks for everything, Eileen!

 

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

 

The next Board meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 16, at 1:30 pm at the clubhouse.

 

We are delighted to announce that Ms. Kim Luebke will be our guest speaker  this month. Ms. Luebke will be sharing her vast knowledge on managing Condo Associations with us. She is not only experienced  in Association management but also one of our neighbors in the Circle.

 

Board meetings are held on the third Tuesday of the month. Owners are invited.

Owners should notify the Secretary if they want to be on the Agenda.

Please leave your name and message, including the topic you would like to discuss. @ (239) 481-8387, by Friday before the board meet.

 

WOMEN’S CLUB MEETING

 

The Women’s Club meeting will be held on  Monday   April 1.

Meetings are held on the first Monday of the month at the clubhouse at 10:00 am.

From 10:00 to 10:30 am we will have a social time with coffee and pastries. Meeting will start promptly at 10:30 am. Come and join us. All are welcome.

 

BOOK CLUB

 

The Book Club meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 9, at 11:00 am.                   

In April we will be presenting our own selection.

For any questions or more information about the Book Club, please contact Kelley Bless at 239-437-2050.

All are welcome.

 

NEWS FROM THE LIBRARY

 

April’s featured author is Georgette Heyer. The Country House murder mysteries series written in the 

30s, 40s,and 50s, they have more twists than a piece of licorice. I actually like these more than Agatha Christie! Drop by and borrow a few! –Kelley

 

MEN’S CLUB BREAKFAST:

 

The Men’s Club breakfast will be held on Saturday, 

April 13, from 8:30 am- 9:30am  

Join your friends and neighbors for a delicious breakfast of pancakes, eggs, sausages, cinnamon styks, fruit, and coffee. The cost is $5.00.

 

WEEKLY ACTIVITIES

 

Don’t forget these groups meeting every

week at the Circle Clubhouse for fun activities

 

The Myerlee Circle Art Group: will continue to meet at the Clubhouse every Thursday at 1:00pm. 

If you wish to join us please contact Julia Tepper at ocmjulia@gmail.com

Strength & Balance Chair Yoga Class:  Chair Yoga classes are held every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8:30 to 9:30 am at the Myerlee Circle clubhouse. If interested, please call Jane Lowry at 504-669-6396.

Water Aerobics: Water Aerobics classes will be held on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, we meet from   9:30 to 10:30 am.

For any questions, please call Noreen Bailey at 612-247-5275

Happy Hour: Meets every Thursday at the Clubhouse at 4:30 pm. Bring a snack of your choice along with your beverage and get in on the latest scoop.

Bocce Players:

 

Is Friday afternoons around 4:00 pm, come out to the Bocce court for some fun and  laughs. It is right behind the clubhouse. If you wish to use the court at any other time, you are welcome. 

The balls are in a silver case in the pool’s utility closet and the broom used to smooth the court is also in the pool’s utility closet

 

The shuffleboard Courts are ready for your use. 

The cue-sticks are in the clubhouse pantry on the side of the shelf next to the inside door.

The pucks are in a box on the floor just below the cue sticks.

For any information you may email Paul at phsalvagin@Gmail.com

 

— There is also corn hole, and the game equipment is in the clubhouse pantry behind the door. Bean bags for corn hole are in a canvas gag on the shelf 

in the pantry. Help yourself if you wish to use any of the equipment. 

You can set this up on the lawn to enjoy. 

 

Please return what you used to where you found it.  –Thank you

 

 

 

HAVE A FUN APRIL FOOL’S DAY