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Lake Emerald’s Monthly Newsletter - http://www.leoacondos.com

REFLECTIONS APRIL 2013

In This Issue: 3 - President’s Report 5 - Manager’s Report 5 - Security Committee 6 - Secretary’s Report 6 - Media Committee 8 - Tax Savings Tips 9 - Landscaping Committee 9 - Landscaping Committee 9 - Treasurer’s Report10 - Clubhouse / Advertising11 - Community Contacts

Dear Lake Emerald Owners and Residents,

I hope you're all enjoying this beautiful weather! Sales are still brisk, and I have buyers waiting for more inventory. Now's the time to sell while interest rates are low and prices are high.

If you're thinking of buying or selling at Lake Emerald, ALWAYS call Christine. NOBODY has sold more of Lake Emerald than Christine!

RECENT LAKE EMERALD SALES RECENT LAKE EMERALD SALES

105/712 SOLD AND CLOSED AT $155,000115/308 SOLD AND CLOSED AT $130,000105/714 Under Contract - was listed at $135,000112/210 Under Contract - was listed at $ 97,500117/310 Under Contract - was listed at $129,950115/402 Under Contract - was listed at $114,800116/203 Under Contract - was listed at $111,900116/203 Under Contract - was listed at $111,900112/304 Under Contract - was listed at $ 99,900117/103 Under Contract - was listed at $ 99,000

FEATURED LISTING

115/305 Gorgeous remodel has been redone from top to bottom. New plumbing throughout, beautiful open kitchen with granite counters, stainless steel appliances, tiled throughout, updated baths, w/d in unit...$134,950

Call me for a no-cost market evaluation of your unit. As the top producing Lake Emerald Call me for a no-cost market evaluation of your unit. As the top producing Lake Emerald Realtor, I can give you an accurate evaluation of your unit's value, walk you through the selling process, and show you your net cash after the sale!

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This month has been absolutely incredible-- it seems that because of our posted financials for 2012 (which by the way have not been audited yet)--there are some major concerns regarding our economic issues here at Lake Emerald. I just want to make sure that we all realize that the financial numbers will be reviewed by our Budget committee, when the chair returns from Brazil (April 5th). After these financials are reviewed, the Budget committee will respond. In the meantime let's stop all the propaganda until we ensure that respond. In the meantime let's stop all the propaganda until we ensure that the information being provided on our financial statements is audited and correct. Our manager should be writing about all the projects that are being scheduled Our manager should be writing about all the projects that are being scheduled and completed. The major projects on the property are the Seal Coating, the 105 roof, and the pavers for buildings 109-114. Again, our property manager will be answering any questions and talking to these projects in his monthly report to Reflections.

We had an excellent turnout at the brunch March 17. I am again asking for our We had an excellent turnout at the brunch March 17. I am again asking for our membership to come try out our restaurant--the regulars love it and I am sure you will also if you give it a try. There will be some discount coupons coming for special event days--- keep your eyes on Reflections for a discount at our restaurant.

I have appointed 2 new committees to attend to the 105 roof and the clubhouse. This should help us work on these projects with the input of our clubhouse. This should help us work on these projects with the input of our members. I am thankful for our committees and during the months left in my appointment, I am going to schedule meetings where the committees bring their ideas and expertise to the table. This should improve the community and help us again to move forward.

As always, I want to personally thank all of the volunteers for their time and commitment to our property.

Chris Bruno - President LEOAChris Bruno - President LEOA

PRESIDENT’S REPORT

Every Thursday at 7:00pm in the ClubhouseMinimum 6-game package: $7.00

plus $1.00 for Bonus tickets up to $250.00!Bring a new guest for 2 free bonus tickets!**COMPLIMENTARY COOKIES & COFFEE**

BEER & WINE: $3.00 per glassVolunteers neededVolunteers needed

Call Lee Flowers 407-341-4037

B I N G O

Sealcoating / Curbing Project: The Sealcoating project is reaching the end. The Property Manager will be walking the property with Easton, the owner of Master Paving, to address the issues with this project.

Kitchen Stack Cleaning:Kitchen Stack Cleaning: Joe Hillman Plumbing has been contracted to clean out the kitchen drains. This is a preventative Maintenance program that will be done once every two years. LEOA is asking that all cooking oils and cooking grease be discarded into a metal can, and put into the dumpsters with the rest of the garbage. Please do not put cooking oils or cooking grease down the drain.

Board Meetings:Board Meetings: The LEOA Board Meetings are every 3rd Wednesday of the month at 6:30pm held in the Clubhouse building 107.

Thank you,

Dan Osmialowski LCAM

Delivery Alert It has come to our attention that there might be a resident living in the community who has been walking around to various buildings from floor to floor looking for packages left by delivery services. Do not allow these packages to be left at your door, as they are an open invitation for this kindof crime of opportunity.of crime of opportunity. Have a good month, Michael Wolmetz, chairman

SECURITY COMMITTEE REPORT

MANAGER’S REPORT

The final Meeting of the Members of condominiums 6 & 7 (buildings 115, 116, 117, and 118), regarding amending the Declaration of Condominium to require replacement of polybutylene pipes, took place on Thursday 3/14/13 at 7:00PM. The result of the proxy ballot count was 25 total votes for condominium 6, with 4 votes in the affirmative and 21 votes in the negative. For condominium 7, the results were 24 total votes with 12 votes in the affirmative and 12 votes in the negative. There was no quorum certified for either condominium.

The Amendments to the Declaration of Condominiums 6 & 7 to require The Amendments to the Declaration of Condominiums 6 & 7 to require replacement of polybutylene pipes on the event of a unit sale failed to pass by vote of the membership. The Declaration of Condominium for condominiums6 & 7 will not be changed.

There is a tentative roll out date for new Comcast equipment during the week of May 6, 2013. Complete details will be provided when available.

Best Regards,Jim BastaJim BastaSecretary

SECRETARY’S REPORT

If you want up to the minute information on what’s going on at Lake Emerald,then don’t forget to check out the website at www.leoacondos.com. We are currently updating our records. If you wish to continue receiving the Reflections newsletter via e-mail, please submit your name, bldg/unit #, and e-mail address to [email protected]

Best Regards,Denise BednarekDenise BednarekDirector and Co-Chair of the Media Committee

MEDIA COMMITTEE REPORT

We Offer In-HouseLegal Counsel,Mortgage Banking& Title Services!Call Today

Call for a free CMA of your Condo today!

FEATURED LISTING---BEST REMODEL BY FAR!!This is a 10+++ with attention to detail from baseboards to crown molding. A.D.kitchen with 42” cabinets, self-closing doors & drawers, exotic granite & S/S high end appliances. S/S subway tile backsplash w/glass mosaic. Baths are velvet spa porcelain with shower seating. Floors are travertine porcelain throughout. Custom fitted pantry and the closet is in Cherry wood. New super capacity W/D.Look at the rest & then see the best! Amazing deal. Offered at only $134,700 Call Mark for your private showing.

BUILDING 112 UNIT 106BUILDING 112 UNIT 106

Offered for sale: 106/210 $159,000 (1 bed/1.5 bath) 106/412 $159,000 118/203 $125,000 115/109 $137,000 118/407 $117,500 115/305 $134,900 116/305 $101,900 112/106 $134,700***(BEST DEAL IN L.E.)

Recently Sold:115/402 $108,000SOLD IN 1 WEEK!!

Offered to lease:109/205 $1,250118/302 $1,200109/106 $1,200114/401 $1,050

FEATURED LISTING: 115 # 402 SOLD IN ONLY 1 WEEK!!PH Floor 2/2 updated w/inside laundry & amazing views.

SOLD AT $108,000 03/22/2013

List with the best representation South Florida has to offer!!We go the extra mile, even after the sale has closed. Representing both buyers & sellers.

When only the best will do! CALL MARK NOW for details. (954)-600-2391.

Lake Emerald Activity as of March 22nd

[email protected]

Broker Associate, Realty AssociatesBrett Larsen

When ONLY the Best Will Do, Call Lake Emerald’s ONLYResident Broker/Agent Team!

Tour the MLS & Visit Us on the Web at www.hirstlarsenhomes.com

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Realty AssociatesMark Hirst

Come Join Us for Brunch!Every Sunday

starting at 10:30AMin the clubhouse.

Come Join Us for Brunch!Every Sunday

starting at 10:30AMin the clubhouse.

We are now concentrating our efforts on irrigation, which has been problematic for some years now. Brickman will give the property manager a summation of everything that's been done with irrigation by the time you are reading this column. They will also send LEOA a proposal to repair pump lines screens. The landscaping company will now advise us whenever they are on property, and The landscaping company will now advise us whenever they are on property, and what they've accomplished. Additionally, Brickman will provide an irrigation tech to be here two days a week to report to the Property Manager and the Landscaping Chair. These steps should move the irrigation issue forward so we can address other issues at LEOA. Please remember this is an old property and we've had far too many landscaping companies for proper continuity. Several years ago, I had a study of our property done by Bob Haehle, the Several years ago, I had a study of our property done by Bob Haehle, the horticulturist from the Sun Sentinal, and his suggestions on how best to improve Lake Emerald. His report has been given to several interested parties. Dan can make additional copies for those of you who'd like to read it. We haven't forgotten about the brook area outside the gym, the entrance to the We haven't forgotten about the brook area outside the gym, the entrance to the clubhouse, and the 39th entrance. The green "tumbleweeds" will be removed and sod will be put down in front of the gates to the South Pool. Thank you all for your continued interest. Carolyn StarinLandscaping ChairLandscaping Chair

LANDSCAPING COMMITTEE

Stella has completed the 2012 year end financial report. All of the financial data has been given to the auditor. The audit should be completed by the end of April. After the completed report is received, any owner can request a copy of this report at the Lake Emerald office.

Frieda ChervinLEOA Treasurer

TREASURER’S REPORT

(Rental and Deposit must be written in two (2) separate checks or Charge card)

Parties of 1 to 25 people rental fee $150.00 with a deposit of $200.00Parties of 26 to 50 people rental fee $225.00 with a deposit of $200.00Parties of 51 to 100 people rental fee $350.00 with a deposit of $200.00Parties of 101 to 150 people rental fee $500.00 with a deposit of $400.00Weddings/Receptions fee $550.00 with a deposit of $400.00

1-Month 3-Months 6-Months Year$20 $55 $90 $150$28 $72 $127 $220$39 $105 $187 $330$55 $149 $275 $495$55 $149 $275 $495$83 $228 $413 $770

Thursday 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM BINGO Thursday 10:00PMFriday 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM TGIF Friday 11:00PMSaturday 12:00 PM - 5:30 PM POOL SIDE Saturday 6:00PMSunday 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM POOL SIDE Sunday 6:00PM

CLUBHOUSE FOOD SERVICE HOURS CLUBHOUSE CLOSING HOURS

Clubhouse rooms are available to rent for private functions to residents or their immediate families.

Contact the office at 954-735-1718 EXT. 200 or [email protected]

The Lake Emerald Clubhouse is only available for rent to the residents of the community and only so long as they are in attendance at the function. Reservations will be CONFIRMED only upon receipt of the rental fee and the deposit, which must be received by the Management Office at least one (1) week prior to the reservation date. Verbal or written requests will be tentatively placed on the calendar pending payment of the fee and deposit. The rental of the Clubhouse is strictly on a first come first payment basis. The property manager reserves the right to cancel a reservation or accept another reservation upon payment of fees. The rental of the Clubhouse entitles the renter the exclusive of the ballroom, and use of the restrooms. The other areas are not included in this contract, i.e., abuse of this policy will result in immediate termination of the contract, loss of deposit and/or other justified fines determined by the manager.

SCHEDULE OF FEES

Advertise in Reflections

Business Card & Classified, 3.5 (h) x 2 (v)1/6 Page, 3.5 (h) x 3.75 (v)1/3 Page, 5.25 (h) x 5.0 (v)

To Advertise on our website and channel 92 or all three venues,please Contact Jim Basta [email protected] (954) 735-6408

1/2 Page Horizontal, 7.25 (h) x 5.5 (v)1/2 Page Vertical, (1 Full Column), 3.75(h) x 10(v)Full Page, 7.75 (h) x 10.25 (v)

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Acceptable Formats for Newsletter, for PRINTED advertising, Electronic formats: JPG, Graphics files should be 300 dpi for print advertisingTo advertise in the Reflections Newsletter, please contact: Tom Zaremba via e-mail [email protected]

Property [email protected] 954-735-1718 x 201

Office Manager: Rosa [email protected] 954-735-1718 x 200 703-850-1647

Bookkeeper: Stella [email protected] 954-735-1718 x 202 954-735-2115

[email protected] 954-497-1549 954-735-6408

COMMITTEES CHAIRPERSONLandscaping Carolyn Starin2012 Rules & Regulations Betty TwymanBudget Donald MarshallForeclosure & Short Sale Donald MarshallSecurity Michael WolmetzCompliance Pat ConnellyOrientation & Screening Betty TwymanOversight Jim BastaMedia/Channel 92 Jim Basta/Denise BednarekReflections Tom Zaremba/Denise BednarekMaintenance Ron MeyersGym Jim Basta/Carolyn Starin

Monday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PMTuesday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PMWednesday 10:00 AM - 7:00 PMThursday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Bldg/Unit105/312105/813

Contact: Tom Zaremba [email protected] 106/205Publishing Submission Deadline On the 25th of each month 109/306

110/207110/110111/101112/206

113114/302114/106115/401116/205116/103117/108118/310

Mary Ann GioiaScott ShermanBecky Postiy

BUILDING REPRESENTATIVES

Barbra GreenbergHal KlepperLuis Lopez

954-485-6046

954-484-1786

954-303-3872

954-730-7636

Thomas [email protected] 954-612-5728

Nico Acosta

LAKE EMERALD OWNERS ASSOCIATION INC.BOARD OF [email protected]

954-739-8935

Helen SearingGary A LukerMichelle GordonIsaac KennyAnne Yablow

OPENPaula Tindall

Denise [email protected]

John [email protected]

Gil Toner

Ilona & Bob Kirkpatrick

Name

Michelle [email protected]

Office is closed from 1:00 to 2:00 PM daily and on Saturday and Sunday

http://www.leoacondos.com

Contact: [email protected]

954-703-9400

Community Contacts

Fred [email protected]

Louis [email protected]

Carolyn [email protected]

DIRECTORS

PRESIDENT Chris [email protected] Betty [email protected] Jim [email protected] Frieda [email protected]

MANAGEMENT OFFICE

954-717-1715

OFFICE HOURS

APRIL 2013

FRED LANGEVIN Resident Agent---954 484 1786

WWW.LAKEEMERALD.COM

FOR SALE – ASKING PRICE For Sale BR Bath 117 LAKE EMERALD DR # 407 84,900 2 2 116 LAKE EMERALD DR # 305 101,900 2 2 118 LAKE EMERALD DR # 407 117,500 2 2 118 LAKE EMERALD DR # 203 125,000 2 2 105 LAKE EMERALD DR # 411 149,900 2 2 106 LAKE EMERALD DR # 210 159,000 1 1 1/2 106 LAKE EMERALD DR # 412 159,000 2 2

PENDING SALES List Price 109 LAKE EMERALD DR # 301 79,900 117 LAKE EMERALD DR # 407 84,900 118 LAKE EMERALD DR # 202 85,000 117 LAKE EMERALD DR # 103 99,000 116 LAKE EMERALD DR # 203 111,900

From MLS/IDX Information

RENTALS Price Rooms 109 # 205 1,250 2/2 109 # 106 1,200 2/2 118 # 302 1,200 2/2 105 # 513 1,100 2/2 114 # 401 1,050 2/2

RECENTLY CLOSED

Address List Price

Sale Price Rooms

105 # 712 165,000 155,000 2/2 105 # 401 129,900 111,000 2/2 110 # 302 120,000 110,000 2/2 115 # 402 114,800 108,000 2/2 117 # 308 99,900 105,000 2/2 106 # 412 115,000 104,000 2/2 112 # 307 102,900 103,000 2/2 115 # 305 71,280 81,280 2/2

FRED LANGEVIN [email protected]

EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 954-484-1786 ANYTIME

FOR ALL BROWARD INVENTORY TRY

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RECORD SALES THIS YEAR

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