Little Oak Island

2012-01-11T13:12:00.000-08:00

Dear Homeowners,

I want to remind everyone that the upcoming Annual meeting will be held January 21, 2012 at the James Island Yacht Club, 734 Wampler Dr., Charleston, SC 29412. The meeting will start at 10:30am. Coffee and danishes will be provided in the morning (sponsored by The Greenery) and lunch will be catered by Duke's BBQ. Please make sure you come out and don't forget to bring your appetite!

See you there!!

Little Oak Island

2011-12-30T10:09:00.000-08:00

Dear Little Oak Island Property Owner,

The Little Oak Island Community Association annual member’s meeting will be held on Saturday, January 21, 2012 at the James Island Yacht Club, 734 Wampler Dr., Charleston, SC 29412. The meeting will begin at 10:30 a.m. and we encourage all to attend. This will be an excellent opportunity for you to participate in the governance of your community, to ask questions and provide feedback at the meeting and in an informal session following the meeting. After all business is adjourned the Association will be providing a catered lunch and some festive music to celebrate another wonderful year.

Please take a few minutes to review the materials enclosed in this packet. They include the agenda for this year’s annual meeting, a proxy, prospective Board candidates’ bios, and information regarding the vote on reallocation of the excess special assessment funds related to the causeway repaving project.

Please complete the proxy and return it to Community Management Group whether or not you are planning to attend. If you do attend the meeting, your proxy will be returned to you at that time. Your proxy is required to ensure a 60% quorum is established at the meeting in order to conduct Association business. Please note that each property owner is voting on two items – the election of two Board positions and the reallocation of the excess funds related to the causeway repaving project. If a quorum is not met the meeting will have to be rescheduled, resulting in unnecessary expenses to the Association and inconvenience for all members.

The Association would like to welcome all Mariners Cay members to attend and participate in the meeting. Even though Mariners Cay members do not have the opportunity to vote on agenda items, input from residents of Little Oak Island will be a valuable contribution to the ongoing management of our community.

As always, thank you for your continued interest and involvement in Little Oak Island Community Association. Should you have any questions regarding anything contained in this Notice, please feel free to contact our office at (843) 795-8484 or via email to aaron@cmgcharleston.com or rhonda@cmgcharleston.com for assistance.

Little Oak Island

2011-11-09T05:42:00.000-08:00

Annual Meeting Notices will be distributed at the beginning of Decemeber, so please keep a look out for this important Association information. The tenative date at this time for the Annual Meeting will be the January 21st at the James Island Yahct Club. Keep your schedule clean to ensure that you can come out and participate in your community's governance. Food and Fun will follow up the meeting.

Aaron Hettesheimer

Little Oak Island

2011-10-11T17:38:00.000-07:00

Quick Updates-

Annual Meeting- January 21st, time TBA

Oktober Fest- October 24th, time TBA

Further information about these events will be published in your upcoming newsletter.

Thank you,

Little Oak Island

2011-08-03T05:46:00.000-07:00

IMPORTANT HURRICANNE INFORMATION:

Hurricane season is in full swing. Please visit our website page www.CMGCharleston.com/storms.htm for information about storm preparation.

Thank you,

Aaron Hettesheimer

Little Oak Island

2011-07-13T16:32:00.000-07:00

Quick Updates:

- Entrance gate has been out of commision for the past couple of weeks due to a bad sensor. The sensor is being shipped in and we should have the gate back up and running shortly.

- ARC Reminder- Please remember that all exterior modifications must be approved by the ARC committee. The ARC guidelines can be found at the Little Oak Island website at cmgcharleston.com.

- Irrigation- update that the irrigation at the tennis court and crabdock area is currently being transitioned over to a well water system. This system should save the community money in water for years to come.

I hope everyone has a wonderful summer and please feel free to contact me at anytime if you have any questions or concerns regarding the Association.

Thank you,

Aaron Hettesheimer

Little Oak Island

2011-06-23T12:16:00.000-07:00

Dear Homeowners,

Quick Updates

-Front Gate: By now most have your have noticed that the entrance gate is not working. The exiting sensor has gone bad and will be replaced over the next couple of weeks. We are sorry for any inconvenience.

-Pool Deck: There was a few complaints about the slickness of the new pool deck, so the installing company recently came back out and added a no slick substance and sealer. This should help with the slickness, but please let me know if there are any other concerns.

-Pond Maintenance: Due to the extreme heat the algae Blooms have showed up quickly in the two lagoons. Last week talapia was added to the ponds to help with this growth. The Board is also looking into different avenues to get these back to a more pleasing look.

I hope everyone has a good upcoming holiday. Be Safe!!

Aaron Hettesheimer

Little Oak Island

2011-06-10T08:36:00.001-07:00

Dear Homeowners,

As many you are well aware of there are alligators that make there homes in community ponds down here in South Carolina. I know many of you may not be aware of the safety tips when dealing with an alligator, so i wanted to forward you the following information. Please take a look at this information and always feel free to report any alligator activity in your neighborhood to your HOA for further review.

- Closely supervise children when they are playing in or around water. Never allow small children to play alone near water.

- Leave alligators alone. State Law prohibits the killing, harassing or possession of alligators. Please report any of these types of activity to the local authorities immediately.

- Never feed or entice alligators- it is dangerous and illegal. When, alligators overcome their natural wariness and learn to associate people with food.

- Inform other that feeding alligators is illegal and creates problems for others who want to use the water for recreational purposes.

- Be aware of the possibility of alligator attacks when in or near fresh or brackish water bodies. Attacks could occur when people do not pay close enough attention to their surroundings.

- Alligator's are the most active between dusk and dawn.

- Dispose of fish scraps in garbage cans at boat ramps or fish camps. Do not throw them in the water. Although you are not intentionally feeding alligator when you do this, the end result can be the same as feeding.

- Do not allow the pets to swim, exercise or drink in waters that may contain alligators or in designated swimming areas with humans. Dogs are More susceptible to being attacked than humans because dogs resemble the natural prey of alligators.

- Never remove an alligator from its natural habitat or accept one as a pet. It is illegal and very dangerous to do so. Alligators cannot become tame in captivity, and handling even small ones can result in injury.

- Observe and photograph alligators only form a distance. Remember they are an important part of South Carolina's natural history as well as an integral component of freshwater ecosystems.

- Seek immediate medical attention if bitten by an alligator. Alligator bits often result in serious infections.

Thank you for reviewing Alligator 101 and have a safe and fun summer!!!!

Aaron Hettesheimer

Little Oak Island

2011-06-01T14:16:00.000-07:00

Dear Homeowners,

Thank you to everyone who helped put together the recent pool party. It was a tremendous sucess and the Association hopes to put another event on soon. Next time we will put on a few more burgers and hot dogs.

Violation:

Parking- Quick reminder that on street parking is illegal and will be subject to fines and posillbe towing. Parking on the Association's already narrow streets may prohibit free passage for emergency vehicles. Please park in your designated parking spot.

Boat Parking- Please remember that parking boats in your driveway is prohibited by the Association. Please find some off site storage to keep from getting any violations. Please note that if you are cleaning your boat or preparing for a trip and the boat must stay on property then plesae contact me.

Sincerely,

Aaron Hettesheimer

Little Oak Island

2011-05-12T06:11:00.000-07:00

Dear Homeowners,

A bid thank you goes out to the Board of Directors for throwing a sucessful pool party this past Monday. Thanks to all those whom participated in the fun. If you missed it, don't feel to bad because the Board has decided that they will do it all over agian soon.

If you haven't had a chance to get down to the pool yet, please go down and take a peek. The reconstruction of the pool deck and pool house is complete. I hope everyone enjoys the new look and the pool throuhgout the season.

I do want to touchbase upon a growing trend that has surfaced recently out at Little Oak. Parkiing violations are be coming more and more prevelant. On CMG's routine inspections we are noticing boats and trailers stored in the driveway, cars parked on the main road, and cars parked in the grass. These are all violations of the rules and regulations, so please take time to make sure that you are in compliance. These types of violations do take away from the asthetic look that Little Oak Island residence are looking for.

Well, I hope everyone has a wonderfull pool season and as always let me know if you have any questions or concerns?

Thank you,

Little Oak Island

2011-03-30T10:06:00.001-07:00

Door to Door Solicitors

Charleston residents are reminded to be aware of door-to-door sales
people, particularly “magazine sales”. Usually the concerns about these
individuals are property / financial-crime related.

Tips:
1. Post a NO SOLICITING sign on your front door, and maybe another in
the yard. (One at the front of the neighborhood is not enforceable)
2. DO NOT Open the door to any strangers
3. If someone claims to be from a utility or law enforcement, Request to see
ID (through window) and look for an official vehicle.
4. If they are “selling” anything, know that it is perfectly fine to tell them you
are not interested, to please leave
5. If you are interested, request to see their Peddler’s Permit from the City of
Charleston (again through the window - see example below)
Know that solicitors are probably breaking the law if they do any of
these:
1) Knock IN SPITE of a NO SOLICITING sign
2) Do Not have a City Peddler’s Permit with them(and their company is to
have a Business Permit)
3) Tell you the magazine sale can be donated to be delivered to a charity
(like the Boys & Girls club, etc)
4) If they use ANY High Pressure or Intimidation or will not leave

Little Oak Island

2011-03-16T06:32:00.000-07:00

Dear Homeowners,

Quick Updates:

Crab dock Landscape- As everyone is well a where of there has been some extensive construction done on the crab dock area recently. This construction left the landscape and the asthetics in this area pretty beat up. No worries, new irrigation and repairs have been completed, sod will be installed Friday, and the Landscape committee is working on a planting design. It will be beautiful very soon!

Pool- Over the next few weeks you will see a lot of activity at the pool amenity. The pool house's exterior will be replaced and new pool decking will be installed. The completion date is not been confirmed, but the Association hopes to have the pool up and running before May.

Have a wonderful Spring!!

Aaron Hettesheimer, CMCA
Community Manager

Little Oak Island

2011-03-02T10:32:00.001-08:00

Dear Homeowners,

The Association wanted to send out a thank you to all of those homeowners that have taken the opportunity with the recent warm weather to go out and spruce up their yards and home exteriors. It is that time of year when we all have to freshen up the pine straw, pull weeds, pressure wash the exterior of the home, paint the mailbox, and maybe even plant some new flowers. The Association hopes that everyone chips in this season to help keep up the neighborhood and continue to make The Farm the most beautiful community in the Summerville area.

I hope everyone has a great spring and if you have any questions about these projects or any other Association matter please feel free to contact Aaron Hettesheimer, Community Manager.

Please note to review your governing documents at www.cmgcharleston.com when making any exterior modification. You may have to submit an ARC application for approval before starting certain projects.

Thank you

Aaron Hettesheimer, CMCA

Little Oak Island

2011-02-16T13:04:00.001-08:00

Quick Updates:

Landscape Committee:

This committee is currently reviewing different landscape plans for the Crab dock area where the recent erosion project was completed.

Irrigation:

The Board has recently approved the drilling of an experimental well to see if there is an opportunity to run the irrigation around the pool, tennis courts, and crab dock off well water. Great News!! The water is good for irrigation and plans are being proposed to change over to this well water. With the increases in water this should save the community now and in to the future.

Folly Beach Negotiations for Underground Utility Easement:

The Board has agreed to allow the City of Folly an underground easement. The City in return will deed back over the piece of property (the fence in area by gate) at the entrance, and will help facilitate efforts with SCEG to get the causeway utilities underground.

Thank you,

Aaron Hettesheimer

Little Oak Island

2011-02-09T11:04:00.000-08:00

Homeowners,

Payment coupons should have been recieved by everyone over the past week. If for some reason you have not recieved these payment coupons please contact Aaron Hetteshiemer at cmgcharleston.com to get new ones sent out.

thank you,

Aaron Hettesheimer,CMCA

Little Oak Island

2011-02-02T09:41:00.001-08:00

Dear Homeowners,

The Board would like to thank all of those in attendance at the recent Annual Meeting. It was a very informative meeting. The minutes of this meeting will be available on the HOA webstie on February 23, 2011. If you were unable to attend the meeting and have questoins please feel free to contact Aaron Hettesheimer at 843-795-8484 ext. 323 or via email at aaron@cmgcharleston.com.

Meeting Highlights

A. Mathew Hauck- was elected to the Board of Directors replacing Luis Vazquez. Your
current Board Members are as follows: Bob Wiggins, Catherine
Baldasari, Bob Limper, Chris Cushman, and Mathew Hauck.

*** Thank you, Luis Vazquez for his time and valuable contributions **********

B. Ammedments

A quorum of membership voted in favor of the following two amendments to the govering documents:

Add the following to Article VII- Power and Duties of the Board of Directors- Section 2. Duties:
(i) Establish and maintain a Replacement Reserve Account to be utilized only for replacement or repair of common community facilities and infrastructure components as described in the Little Oak Island Replacement Reserve Report 2008 and subsequent updates. The use of these funds for purposes other than those described in the Replacement Reserve Report shall be deemed a loan from the account to the Association. If a loan is made from the Replacement Reserve Account, Members shall be notified in writing at least two weeks prior to the expenditure. A proposed plan to repay such loan as soon as practicable shall be provided to the Members at the time of notification.

Loans from the Replacement Reserve Account greater than $5,000 shall require prior approval by a majority vote of Members.

At the end of each fiscal year all funds from the Operating Account not obligated or committed may be transferred into the Replacement Reserve Account. Once transferred, these funds shall be subject to the provisions here.

Add the following to Article VII- Power and Duties of the Board of Directors- Section 2. Duties:
(ii) Every year, the Board of Directors shall budget for and deposit a minimum of
25% of the annual budget to the Replacement Reserve Account.

C. Additional 5% budget increase was denied.

D. Landscape Committee formed: This committee's current objective is to get plans together for the Crab dock area.

Agian, the entire overview will be in the approved minutes available to the community on the HOA website on Feb. 23.

Have a great day!!

Aaron Hettesheimer

2011-01-05T11:07:00.000-08:00

Dear Homeowners,

Happy New Year!!! I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday and is ready to bring on 2011. Community Management Group would like to thank all the members for having us represent them as their managing agent. We look forward to serving you in 2011 and beyond.

Please remember that their is no question to big or to small and the only dumb question is the one that goes unasked. Always pass on any question or concerns to Aaron Hettesheimer at 843-455-8472 or via email at Aaron@cmgcharleston.com.

Upcoming Dates:

- January 22, Annual meeting will be held at the James Island Yacht Club starting at 10:30am. Breakfast refreshments will be served at the meeting.

-January 22, Winter Festival will be held direclty after the Annual meeting is adjourned. Please come out and enjoy music,food, and fun. Dukes BBQ will be catering the event so bring your appetite.

Again, Thank you and I hope to see everyone at the upcoming meeting and party.

Aaron Hettesheimer CMCA

Little Oak Island

2010-12-10T13:50:00.001-08:00

Updates and Upcoming Events:

- Annual Meeting- will be held on Jan. 22nd at the James Island Yacht Club. The meeting will start at 10am. An officail notice will be sent out in the mail 30 days prior with the meeting information and agenda.

- Holiday Party- The annual holiday party will be held on the same day as the annual meeting, so on January 22nd make no plans because Little Oak Island will be having a party at the James Island Yacht Club. Party details wil be sent out with the annual meeting notice.

- Billing reminder-. You can pay your assessment several ways: 1) Send your payments to the Columbia lockbox at Post Office Box 912, Columbia, SC 29202; 2) Go online to www.cmgcharleston.com and select “pay assessments”. If you have not already setup your account, you will need your account number for this option; or 3) Set up ACH for automatic draft of your payments. Please remember that all assessments are due by the first of the month and considered past due after the thirtieth of the month.

Happy Holidays!!!!

Little Oak Island

2010-11-29T07:06:00.000-08:00

Dear Homeowners,

As the Thanksgiving and Christmas season approaches, the Charleston Police Department wishes to assure you and your neighbors that we are taking measures to combat and prevent the normal increase in criminal activity which occurs this time each year. We also wish to stress the importance of citizens doing their part to protect themselves by not presenting opportunity-criminals with the chance to ruin your holiday.
Additional officers will be on high-visibility patrol around shopping areas, banks, and the like. They will also be available to provide bank escorts for businesses that request them.
A particular problem this time of year is theft from automobiles and residential burglaries. These are the most preventable crimes. If citizens remove the opportunity, the crime is less likely to occur, and some types cannot occur at all.

While Shopping or Going Out:
• Secure valuables out of sight in your trunk. BUT, Be aware that many cars now have fold-down seats or a remote trunk release inside the car. These conveniences make your trunk vulnerable to thieves willing to break a window.
• If at a mall or a shopping center, periodically go to the car and lock away purchases so they will not “disappear” when you put them down trying-on clothes or at the food court.
• Safeguard your purse, wallet, bank cards, and personal information. Identity thieves thrive in this environment.
• Keep close tabs on your children while shopping. With so many people it is easy for them to become lost. Make sure they know their full name, your full name, address, phone, and your cell or pager number to reach you if you get separated.
• Be aware of your surroundings going to your car, going into and out of your house, and while at the ATM.

At Home:
• Make sure to keep doors and windows locked.
• Turn on outside lights at night.
• Report persons or vehicles roaming your neighborhood, day or night so police may check them. They may be simply looking at Christmas lights, or they may be “casing” houses to burglarize.
• Place your tree where the gifts will be less visible from outside. Thieves like window-shopping through your windows.
• After Christmas, don’t put the empty boxes out on the curb. This makes it easy for burglars to decide which houses to burglarize (ie: new computers, TVs, electronics, video games…). Break down boxes and put them in the trash, making sure to save all paperwork. Also remember many electronic devices require original boxes for warranty repair.
• Immediately make an inventory listing the model and serial numbers of new items (and old ones if you haven’t already) and engrave personal markings on them

If Leaving Home (On a trip or just for a little while):
• Make it look like you are still there.
• Timers on exterior lights, interior lights, and TVs will help make it look like you are home. Don’t leave an answering machine message saying you are gone, in fact turning it off would be better.
• Double check all doors and windows, including second floor and basement. The doors should have dead-bolts; key locks for windows are also available.
• Have the neighbor pick up mail, papers, and ads, put out your trash can, and park in your driveway. Give them emergency and cell numbers to reach you.
• Call the police department to request a periodic residence check (“Keep-A-Check”) while you are away. (CPD Dispatch 577-7434)
• When you return, look around outside first. If you see any evidence of a break-in, do not go inside. Go to a neighbor’s house and call police. The burglars could still be inside.

While traveling: THINK SAFETY
• Before you leave, inspect the car for safety (lights, belts and hoses, fluids, wipers, tires-both wear and air – DON’T FORGET TRAILER LIGHTS).
• Pack expensive items in the trunk, or under coverings to keep them out of sight.
• Pack safely. Items stacked in the back of a van, wagon, or SUV will become 60mph missiles in a crash! They also block the driver’s view. Items secured to the roof greatly alter the vehicle’s handling in wind and emergency maneuvers.
• When you stop, take the keys and lock the doors. This applies all of the time, at home and away. An unlocked, running car invites a thief.
• Use a CLUB or other device when parking for the night or at shopping centers Keep doors locked while driving. It adds strength in a collision.
• Use seat-belts and child restraints properly.
• Be careful with bank, gas, and credit cards.
• Take regular rest breaks.
• Never send your children into restrooms alone.
• Store money in separate places to minimize loss or theft.
• Stay on roads you know and take maps, cell phones, and chargers, as well as safety items like blankets, flashlights, jumper cables, a jack, and a good spare tire.
• Drive carefully- better than those around you. You need to get there alive!

Have a wonderful holiday season. Remember, most crimes and accidents are preventable. Officers are working hard to locate and stop crime, but everyone must do their part to lower their risk.

Little Oak Island

2010-11-10T12:52:00.001-08:00

Dear Homeowners,

Below is some very important fire protection information regarding heat sources. Also, provided is a link to other fire prevention information. Please take a second to read this article. It may save your home.

United States Fire Administration Encourages Your Department to Ask Residents: Are Your Heat Sources Ready for Winter?

Dear Quick Response Members:

Home heating comes from a multitude of sources. Often times residents will supplement their main heating system with alternative heat sources such as fireplaces, wood stoves, and portable fuel or electric heaters. It’s important to reach residents in your communities early with alternative heating fire safety information so you can stop the fire before it starts.

Heating is one of the leading causes of home fires in the United States. Over 25 percent of these fires started due to improperly maintained heating equipment.

Tell residents that following a few simple safety tips can make all the difference:

Have chimneys professionally inspected and cleaned each year;
Ensure wood stoves are properly installed;
Make sure space heaters are kept at least three feet away from flammables and have an emergency tip-over, shut-off control;
Use a glass or metal screen in front of the fire?place to prevent sparks from igniting drapes, furniture, and carpets; and
Never use a range or oven to heat your home.
For more tips and fire safety information to distribute to your community, go to:
http://www.usfa.dhs.gov/citizens/home_fire_prev/heating/hotspot.shtm

Aaron Hettesheimer
Community Manager

Little Oak Island

2010-10-26T18:02:00.001-07:00

Halloween Safety

TIPS FOR TRICK-OR-TREATERS
Carry a flashlight with you for visibility.
Always stay in a group with an adult!
Never enter a stranger’s house or car for a treat!
Always walk on the sidewalk. If there is no sidewalk, walk on the grass away from
the street.
Look both ways before crossing the street and if you are wearing a mask take it off.
Wait until an adult can check your candy before you eat any of it.
Only accept treats from neighbors or friends you know!

TIPS FOR PARENTS
Plan costumes that are bright and reflective! Consider adding more reflective tape to
costumes + trick or treat bags. Always carry flashlights.
Masks can limit or block eyesight, consider makeup or cut the mask eyeholes bigger
so they can see. Remind children to remove their masks to cross the street!
We recommend that children do not use props like guns, knives, or swords.
However, if they are used, make sure they don’t look real!
Clear hazards from your property. Remove obstacles such as flower pots and garden
hoses, so children won’t trip on them rushing from house to house.
Remind your children not to eat the candy until an adult has checked their treats!
Your child’s school may be having a Halloween party. Call the School and ask.
Please explain to children the difference between tricks and vandalism.

TIPS FOR BUSINESSES/MOTORISTS

Heighten your awareness and be cautious of purchases that may have the potential
to cause personal injury or property damage – such as paint ball guns or large
quantities of eggs.
Drive slowly and cautiously through your neighborhoods. Remember children may
not look before crossing the street.
Please report any suspicious activity immediately to the local law enforcement agency. As
always in an emergency call 911. Have a Safe and Happy Halloween!
United States Attorney’s Office
District of South Carolina
http://www.justice.gov/usao/sc
HALLOWEEN SAFETY

Little Oak Island

2010-09-29T09:12:00.000-07:00

Fall tips for Homeowners

Lawn health during the fall and winter months...

*I have found that along with using a fertilizer in the fall it is also a nice time to put down lime. Many landscapers use lime in January or February, but some have had the best results if applied in early November before we the ground gets too hard.

*I know it is much easier to just leave the leaves in your yard till spring, but that is not the best idea for your lawns health, so do your lawn a favor and remove the leaves.

*Please DO NOT burn leaves within the community or surrounding areas

Little Oak Island

2010-09-15T17:29:00.000-07:00

Dear Homeowners,

Topic: Security/Safety
Suggested title: Tips to Discourage Burglars
Words: 500

The association makes every effort to maintain a secure environment in our community, but there is only so much we’re authorized to do. Unfortunately, illegal entries into homes in our area—and others—happen from time to time. Residents can do more to protect themselves and their property than the association can do. Here are a few common-sense suggestions for reducing your chances of being the target of burglary.
Install double-cylinder, dead-bolt locks on your outside doors and include a reinforced strike plate to strengthen the doorframe.
Lock all doors and windows no matter how briefly you’ll be out of the house.
Install bars or lock pins on sliding doors and windows. These are available at local hardware or discount stores. Some mechanisms allow you to lock a sliding window or door in a partially-open position so you can enjoy fresh air securely while you’re at home. However, if you go out, close the window and lock it.
 That old trick of hiding a key somewhere outside your home is a bad idea. Burglars—or anyone who may have seen you hiding the key—will know where to find it. Instead, give a key to a neighbor or leave one with the association management office.
 “John, I’ve gone to pick up your sister. I’ll be home at 3:30.—Mom” This note also means, “Burglar, this house will be unoccupied for 45 minutes. Help yourself.” Don’t ever leave notes like this.
 If you’re going to be out of the house for a short time, leave a television or radio on to create a sense of activity and presence.
 If you’re going to be away for a longer time, such as a vacation, take a few simple precautions to keep your home from looking empty. Ask a neighbor to collect your mail and keep the door and porch clear of delivery notices, newspapers and fliers. Pick up several electric timers at the local discount store, and use them to turn lights, a television or radios on and off at various times during the day and evening. Let your neighbors and the manager know how to reach you in case there’s an emergency.
 Marking your valuable personal property won’t prevent it from being stolen, but it will help you get it back if it is. Engrave your driver’s license number on items in a hidden area. Check with the local fire department, police station or library to borrow an engraver. They’re also available at large discount stores and are worth the investment if you have many items to mark. Photographing the item (and the engraved marking, if possible) will make it easier to retrieve your items from the police if they are recovered, and will aid in making an insurance claim if they aren’t.
It doesn’t take much to discourage a burglar. He succeeds on opportunity, and if your home doesn’t offer a good opportunity, he’ll move on to one that does.

Aaron Hettesheimer

Little Oak Island

2010-08-31T12:51:00.000-07:00

Dear Homeowners,

Updates:

- The new Folly Beach Bridge is coming soon and the Board is working with all parties involved to make sure that the best interest of our Association is taken into consideration. The Associaton will keep the community posted as more information becomes available.

- Pool closes October 1st, so make sure you go out and take advantage of last month of Summer.

- Hurricane Preparedness- With named storms looming off the coast please make sure you prepare your home and plan your evacuation routes. You can never be to safe. (Review previous blogs for Hurricane information)

Educational information

All meetings of the association board are open meetings. Residents are encouraged to observe meetings and read approved minutes. Residents who wish to address the board are welcome to do so during the homeowner forum conducted at the beginning of each business meeting.
Here are few tips for participating:
1. Put it in writing. You will get the best response if you put your question or opinions in writing prior to the meeting. This isn’t mandatory, but it helps you and the board. Some issues may require a little research by the manager. Also, the board can serve you better if members have time to consider your concern.
2. Call ahead. As a courtesy, the association asks that you phone and let the manager know that you wish to address the board. This also allows us to notify you if a meeting is cancelled for any reason.
3. Plan your remarks to last no longer than five minutes. Board members enjoy visiting with residents; however, the meeting agenda is always very full, and the five-minute limit ensures that all business gets conducted. This doesn’t mean big issues can’t be presented. If your concern requires more time, please summarize it in five minutes, and the board will add it to the agenda for the next meeting.
4. Don’t expect an immediate response. Board members don’t act independently. All issues require discussion and sometimes a vote. Sometimes an immediate answer is possible, but it’s just as likely that you won’t get a response until after the meeting.
5. If you need information, call the manager. The purpose of the Homeowner Forum is for residents to share opinions and concerns with the board. Residents seeking general information (like a status report on a project or the board’s position on an issue) can get a more immediate answer from the manager.

Thank you,

Aaron Hettesheimer
Community Manager

Little Oak Island

2010-08-04T06:38:00.000-07:00

Dear Homeowners,

A quick reminder to all homeowners that there are many different resources available that may help you better understand Association Living and to answer some of the most frequently asked question. Please take a few seconds to review the resources below. Also, I would like to introduce Tanya Zealy as the new Association Coordinator for your Association. Tanya will assist me in all aspects of managing your Association. I believe she will be a great addition to an already terrific Association.

- HOA website-The Association’s website direct address is http://cmgcharleston.com/LOI.htm Here you will find a pdf. copy of your governing documents and a managers blog. The manager blog is bi weekly updated to share current events, educational tools, and to send out Association reminders.

- http://cmgcharleston.com/- This is CMG’s website that provides information regarding all aspects of Association living. It has educational information, Q&A’s, current events, HOA websites, Manager Bios, and much more.

- Office Appointments- All members are welcome to review financial reports. The Association manager will meet with you at the Association’s office to go over the financials line by line. These meetings are by appointment only.

- Coordinator and Manager Feedback- Your Manager, Aaron Hettesheimer, and Association Coordinator, Tanya Zealy are always available for questions. We want to provide you with answer to all Association questions, so please contact us with questions and concerns. Tanya Zealy 843-795-8484 ext 303 or at http://www.blogger.com/tzealy@cmgcharleston.com, Aaron Hettesheimer 843-795-8484 ext 323 or at http://www.blogger.com/aaron@cmgcharleston.com

The only dumb question is the question not asked!

Little Oak Island

2010-07-07T07:02:00.001-07:00

HURRICANE PLANNING
GUIDE FOR
HOMEOWNERS

Prepared By:
Community Management Group, LLC
349 Folly Road, Suite 2B
Charleston, SC 29412
Telephone: 843-795-8484 Fax: 843-795-8482

GENERAL GLOSSARY OF TERMS & INFORMATION:

Tropical Storm Watch – Conditions are possible in the specified area of the watch within 36 hours.

Tropical Storm Warning – Conditions are expected in the specified area of the warning within 24 hours.

Hurricane Watch – Conditions are possible in the specified area of the watch,usually within 36 hours. During the “watch” period, prepare to take
immediate action to protect your family and property in case a “warning” is
issued.

Hurricane Warning – Conditions are expected in the specified area of the warning, usually within 24 hours. Complete all storm preparations and
evacuate if directed to do so by local officials.

Short Term Watches and Warnings – Provide detailed information on specifichurricane threats, such as tornadoes, floods and high winds.

Public Advisory – Issued by the National Hurricane Center and provides criticalhurricane warning and forecast information.

Tropical Cyclone Forecast/Advisory – Issued by the National Hurricane Centerand outlines the meteorological reasoning behind the warnings and forecasts.

Strike Probability Forecast – Provides a measure of the forecast track accuracy.The probabilities have no relation to the tropical cyclone intensity.

Hurricane Local Statements – Issued by the National Weather Service and givegreater detail on how the storm will impact your area.

Short Term Forecast – Provides updated information on what the weather willbe over the next few hours in the immediate area.

AN IMPORTANT NOTE:
All public safety operations in the field will cease once the winds reach a sustained
speed of 60 mph. These conditions are risky to the safety of law enforcement, fire
and EMS personnel. If you have an emergency during this time, if you are
stranded by rising water or if you have chosen to ignore the evacuation notice
and then change your mind, once the winds reach this thresh-hold, public safety
personnel are not going to be able to assist you. However, the Emergency
Operations Center (EOC) will remain operational and as long as you have
telephone service, information can be received from the EOC to help you until
someone can reach you after the winds calm down. WAITING TO LEAVE MAY
JEOPARDIZE YOUR LIFE AND THE LIVES OF OTHERS. Once the wind speed
reduces to below 60 mph, public safety crews will once again respond to
emergency call.

YOUR OUR HURRICANE PLAN:

Have a practice drill to determine what everyone’s responsibility will be to Educate all family members in CPR and other first aid measures.

Teach children how to use a fire extinguisher and when & how to call 911 for
emergency assistance.

Check all fire alarms, smoke alarms, etc. for proper operation.

Determine what the criteria will be as to whether you evacuate or stay in your
home.

Know your evacuation routes and determine which route you will use should
an evacuation order be issued.

Determine in advance your evacuation destination. If you will not be staying
with a friend or family member, make hotel reservations at this location as
soon as a “watch” is issued. Remember, that during an evacuation several
towns may be evacuated at the same time and hotels will fill up quickly in all
surrounding areas. Reservations can be cancelled.

Make a decision about vehicles. If you have more than one vehicle and will
not be taking all of them with you determine where the other vehicles will be
left during the storm.

Make a decision about boats and other recreational vehicles.

If you have pets, determine whether they will evacuate with you or be placed
in a shelter.

Have a list of phone numbers, such as family members, doctors, employers,
insurance company’s, etc.

Make arrangements for extra cash on hand.

Catalog all personal items NOW. Include description (brand name, model
number, age, purchase price, place of purchase, etc.) Take a picture of
everything and make two copies of the pictures and lists. Keep one copy with
you and send the other to a relative or friend out of town. Never give the
insurance company the only copy.

Have a secure place for all valuables & documents that you will need to take
with you, such as birth certificates, property deeds, insurance policies, etc.

Determine an out-of-town person who can be a “point of contact” to
communicate messages if communications are down for an extended period of
time.

Prepare and maintain a “Hurricane Kit” (a list of recommended supplies is
included). It is recommended that you have approximately 7 gallons of water
for each person and food supplies for a minimum of 2 weeks.

Check all flashlights, battery operated radios & TVs, and other supplies in your
“Hurricane Kit” for proper operation.

Evaluate your home to determine if you can make improvements that will
provide better protection. If you have an older home, getting a professional
opinion about updated building codes, etc. may be helpful in determining
beneficial improvements.

You should also review your insurance policy, with your agent, to determine if
you need to make any coverage changes. Be sure to ask questions about
coverage for updated building codes, demolition coverage for an undamaged
portion of your home, flood coverage, understand your coverage and
deductibles, clarify any exclusions, verify that in the event of a complete loss
you will have the coverage you need to re-build, ask what you will need to
prove a claim, find out what their procedures are relative to immediate
protection of the home following a loss, ask who to contact immediately
following the storm and get phone numbers, how long you may expect to
wait for an adjuster, how contact will be made in the event that all
communications are lost for a period of time, and any other questions that
you can think of. Preparing now will make the claims process much easier and
less stressful for everyone.

Obtain and prepare plywood, plastic, shutters or other protective provision
for windows & doors. Install and inspect the covering in advance of an
emergency to insure proper fit.

PREPARING THE OUTSIDE OF YOUR HOME:

The most important thing you can do to protect your home is to protect the
openings where the wind can get in. Available options include hurricane
shutters (obtain DRB approval first!), plywood covering during the storm, etc.

Check your garage doors and consider installing braces on them.

Keep all windows completely closed during a storm.

Bring in any objects that can blow away, including garbage cans, lawn
furniture, garden tools, grills, plants, etc. Anchor objects that cannot be
brought inside.

Disconnect propane gas tanks and turn off the main gas line.

Turn off gas appliances at their individual shut-off valves inside your home, if
accessible. Do not turn them off at the outside meter.

Fill your vehicle’s gas tanks as soon as possible to avoid long lines and delays.
Keep a full tank of gas immediately before and following the storm because
gas may not be available in the area for several days (remember, pumps don’t
work when there is no electricity!).

Park any vehicles that are not evacuating with you in a garage or carport. If
this is not available, park your vehicle as close to the side of the house as
possible away from any trees that may fall.

Do not trim trees or shrubbery immediately before a storm, because the debris
will not be collected. This debris can become a flying obstacle during a storm
and be very dangerous during high winds.

Prepare your pool. Lower the water level of your swimming pool
approximately 6 inches to accommodate heavy rains but do not drain it
completely. Add extra chlorine to the pool and turn off electricity to the pool
equipment.

PREPARING THE INSIDE OF YOUR HOME:

If you choose not to evacuate or it is not a feasible option, you should prepare
the inside of your home in advance to ensure your quality of life in the days
following a hurricane. Be sure you have your supplies and that they are in a
secure location.

Choose a “Safe Room” where you will ride out the storm. Normally, this
would be a hallway, large interior closet or an interior bathroom with no
windows.

Equip your “safe room” with a battery-operated radio or TV and extra
batteries; chairs, sleeping bags or cushions; snacks and drinking water; towels;
games, cards, books; etc. A slow moving storm could mean a long wait.
Have a mattress ready to move into your safe room if advised to do so by
emergency personnel. You should only have to do this in an extremely severe
storm.

Turn off and unplug any unnecessary electrical equipment, especially sensitive
electronics BEFORE THE POWER GOES OUT. If the power goes out, turn off
the circuit breaker or remove fuses. You might want to leave on one circuit
breaker that operates a lamp, so that you will know when the power has been
restored.

If the electricity goes off, use only flashlights. Never use candles or kerosene
lamps during the storm.

Never cook during the storm. A gust of wind could spread a fire, and the fire
department would not be able to respond.

Tell stories, sing songs or play games to keep children calm.

Do not go outside during the storm, unless winds have calmed briefly and
protective repairs are absolutely necessary. The winds and rain may stop for a
few minutes to more than half an hour and then can suddenly pick back up
again from the opposite direction, possibly with greater force than before.

Turn your refrigerator & freezer to their coldest settings. Freeze water in
plastic jugs and use them to fill empty spaces in your refrigerator and freezer to
help keep food cool. Cover your refrigerator with blankets and secure them
with ropes to keep the coldness in. If you open the refrigerator only when
necessary and close it quickly, you can keep food cool for up to 2 days
without electricity.

Prepare a water supply for bathing and sanitary purposes by storing water in
the bathtub and other jugs and bottles. Seal the bathtub well by caulking
around the drain to keep the water from running out. Remember that this
water is NOT for drinking.

Place valuables and personal papers in a waterproof container or plastic
garbage bags and store them on the top shelf of a closet. Include voter
registration cards, passports, visas, and all important papers.

Take identification and insurance papers with you if you leave your home
(you should take a recent electric or other utility bill, voter registration card,
etc. with you to prove permanent residency and facilitate re-entry).

Fill clean, sanitary jugs with water for drinking. You will need a minimum of 7
gallons per person. Sterilize the jugs by putting a little chlorine bleach (plain,
no lemon) in some water, sloshing them around and rinsing thoroughly.

AFTER THE STORM HAS PASSED:

Stay tuned to the radio or TV and remain indoors until you hear the “all
clear”.

Stay away form ALL downed power lines. The line can still be “live” whether
the power is off in your neighborhood or not.

Do not use your telephone unless you have an emergency.

Do not call 911 except for life-threatening situations.

If your home has sustained structural damage, do not move back in until local
officials check it. The county has plans to certify buildings for safety before
habitation.

Do not allow children to walk around without shoes.

Avoid weakened bridges and washed out roads. Do not drive into flooded
areas.

Stay on firm ground. Moving water only 6 inches deep can sweep you off
your feet. Standing water may also be electrically charged from underground
or downed power lines.

Check gas, water and electrical lines and appliances for damage.

Avoid using candles and other open flames indoors. Use a flashlight to inspect
for damage.

Do not cut trees that are touching or even near power lines.

Do not pile debris near power or telephone poles or equipment. This will
delay service from being restored.

Do not call the police or utility companies immediately to report downed
power lines, broken gas or water mains or overturned gas tanks.

Utility companies will restore electric, gas, and water and/or telephone service
as quickly as possible. If service has been restored in your neighborhood and
you are still having trouble, call the utility company.

Remember that while emergency crews will begin clearing roads and effecting
repairs immediately after the storm, neighborhood streets have a lower
priority than major thoroughfares.

Don’t wait for the city or county to clear your streets. If possible, get ablebodied
neighbors together to clear a path for traffic and emergency vehicles.

Solid waste departments will collect trash as soon as possible. Priority is given
to household garbage, so separate it from other trash and debris. If you fail to
separate your garbage, you could create a health risk and attract rodents and
other animals.
DO NOT CONNECT A PORTABLE OR RV GENERATOR TO YOUR HOUSE
WIRING. THE POWER FROM THESE GENERATORS CAN ACTUALLY FLOW
OUT OF YOUR HOUSE AND RECHARGE THE LINES, CAUSING INJURY TO
POWER COMPANY AND TELEPHONE COMPANY EMPLOYEES. Generators should only be connected to electrical systems that have been properly
designed, equipped and inspected by the electric company or building
department.

Portable generators should be used only OUTSIDE of your home. Generators
emit carbon monoxide gas that is poisonous.

When using a generator, run a separate, heavy-duty properly grounded
extension cord from the generator directly to EACH of the electrical appliances
you want to power.

When using a generator, calculate the total power consumption (number of
watts) of all the appliances you intend to connect to be sure that you stay
within the load capacity of your generator. DO NOT OVERLOAD THE
GENERATOR.

Do not drink tap water immediately after a hurricane. Assume a boil water
order is in effect until you are informed it has been lifted.

If you did not store sufficient drinking water and must use water from the tap,
do the following: FIRST, strain the water through a paper towel or several
layers of thick cloth to remove dirt before purifying, or let the water settle in a
container for 24-hours so that solid particles will sink to the bottom; SECOND,
use one of the following methods to purify the water…(1) keep water boiling
at a rolling rate for 3-5 minutes, OR add 4 water purification tables per gallon,
OR add 12 drops of 2% tincture of iodine per gallon of water, OR add 8
drops of household bleach (without lemon or other additives) per gallon of
water.

It is important to take action immediately after the storm to safeguard your
home and prevent more damage from occurring. That is why it is important
to have all of the necessary supplies on hand.

Take pictures and make detailed lists & descriptions of all damages inside and
outside of your home.

If you do not have insurance, the Federal Emergency Management Agency
(FEMA) will set up disaster application centers within 2 weeks after the storm.

If you hire an individual or business to make repairs for you, check to make
sure that they have a current business license, are properly insured (including
liability & worker’s comp), and possess a permit authorizing them to do the
work. These safe guards will help to protect you from unsavory individuals or
businesses taking advantage of you.

SUPPLY CHECKLIST
You should have a 2-week supply of the following items in your “Hurricane Kit”. Be
sure to include supplies for each family member or any friends or relatives that will be staying with you. Make the kit portable so that you can TAKE IT WITH YOU!
Water (7 gallons per person)
Baby food, diapers, formula
Battery operated radio or TV (and extra batteries)
Bleach
Butane lighters
Cameras & film
Candles
Cleaning Supplies / Disinfectants
Duct tape
Disposable eating utensils (plates, cups, forks, knives, etc.)
Emergency cooking supplies
Extension cords
Extra batteries
Extra pet food
Fire extinguisher
First-aid kit
Flashlights
Fuel for your car
Gas grill & gas or camping stove
Glasses or contact lenses
Inflatable raft
Lantern and extra fuel
Life preserver
Manual can opener
Map of, or directions to shelter locations
Matches
Medicine (including prescriptions, aspirin, antacid & antibiotic creams)
Mosquito netting & repellant
Non-perishable & pre-packaged foods & beverages
Plastic trash bags
Portable cooler
Rope ( at least 100 feet)
Sleeping bags
Soap & shampoo
Spray paint
Tarps (heavy-duty plastic)
Toilet paper & towelettes
Tools (include crowbar, sledge hammer, chain saw, hammer & nails, gloves)
Valuables
Water purification tablets
Water jugs (large & small)
Prepare one change of clothing for each family member & sturdy, waterproof
shoes.
Community Management Group Hurricane Planning Tips
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EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS
Emergency Preparedness – 202-7400
Mt. Pleasant Police 884-4176
Charleston City Police 577-7074
North Charleston City Police 740-2800
Sheriff Departments –
Berkeley County Sheriff 577-9562
Or (ext 4412) 723-3800
Charleston County Sheriff 554-4700
Dorchester County Sheriff 873-5111
SCE&G Natural Gas Leaks/Emergencies 745-6000
TTY Emergency Numbers –
Charleston County TTY 744-3200
Berkeley County TTY (ext 4170) 723-3800
S.C. Highway Patrol 953-6010
Area Hospitals –
East Cooper Regional 881-0100
MUSC 792-2300
Trident Medical Center 797-7000
Charleston Memorial Hosptial 577-0600
Roper St. Francis – Berkeley 899-7700
Roper St. Francis – West Ashley 402-1000
Summerville Medical Center 832-5000
Moncks Corner Medical Center 761-8721
American Red Cross Low Country Chapter 764-2323
Animal Shelters –
Berkeley County SPCA 797-0610
John Ancrum SPCA - Long Point Rd. 971-7757
John Ancrum SPCA – Leeds Ave. 747-4849
CARTA (Public Bus Service) - 724-7420
NOTE:
PIPS (Public Information Phone System) is a state program that will be activated during
an evacuation for up to date information on where shelters are located in South
Carolina. Listen to your local media sources for their toll free number.
Community Management Group Hurricane Planning Tips
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EVACUATION SHELTERS
BERKELEY COUNTY:
Cainhoy Elementary/Middle School 899-8975
2424 Cainhoy Road
Goose Creek High School 553-5300
1137 Red Bank Road
Hanahan High School 820-3710
6015 Murray Drive
Berkeley High School 899-8800
406 W. Main Street
St. Stephen Elementary School 567-2813
1053 Russellville Road
Cross High School 899-8900
1293 Old Highway 6
Sangaree Elementary School 820-3850
1460 Royal Road
Stratford High School 820-4000
951 Crowfield Blvd.
Westview Primary School 820-3898
98 Westview Blvd.
Macedonia Middle School 899-8940
200 Macedonia Foxes Circle
Berkeley Intermediate School (Special Needs) 899-8840
777 Stoney Landing Road
DORCHESTER COUNTY:
Woodland High School 873-1842
4128 US Highway 78
Alston Middle School 873-3890
500 Bryan Street
Beech Hill Elementary School 821-3970
1001 Beech Hill Road
Fort Dorchester High School 760-4450
8500 Patriot Blvd.
Summerville High School 873-6460
1101 Boone Hill Road
Summerville Senior Center (Special Needs)
312 N. Laurel Street
CHARLESTON COUNTY:
RD Schroder Middle School 889-2391
7224 Highway 162
Burns Elementary School 745-7113
3750 Dorchester Road
Community Management Group Hurricane Planning Tips
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IF YOU EVACUATE TO A SHELTER, PLEASE TAKE THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WITH YOU:
Sleeping bag/beach chair/other bedding
Extra change of clothes
Water and snacks for your family
Activities to keep children busy
Radio or small television & batteries
Flashlights
Prescription medication and first aid kit
Other special medical needs
PLEASE NOTE THAT SHELTERS DO NOT PERMIT THE FOLLOWING:
Pets – Please make provisions with your veterinarian or local animal shelter
Weapons
Alcohol / Drugs
NOTE:
Please notify your family about your evacuation plans.

I hope this was educational to everyone!

Aaron Hettesheimer
Community Management

Little Oak Island

2010-06-23T09:16:00.001-07:00

Dear Homeowners,

Below you will find some important information pertaining to taking care of your pets.

Why Scoop the Poop?

Besides being a nuisance, uncollected dog waste is a serious problem for our association. Next time you’re tempted to leave your dog’s droppings on the lawn, please remember these facts:
1. The Environmental Protection Agency is becoming aggressive about enforcing the Clean Water Act. Our association could be fined if dog waste goes uncollected.
2. Uncollected dog waste may lead to a special assessment. If fined by the EPA, the association could face a potential special assessment that would be levied against all members—not just dog owners.
3. The appearance and quality of the common areas are known to affect home sales—not just whether and for how much they sell, but how quickly.
4. The more residents complain about dog waste, the more time the manager must spend on enforcement rather than serving the association.
5. Uncollected dog waste spreads disease and attracts rodents who feed on pet waste.

Stop That Barking!

Dogs left alone all day get bored and restless, and many find relief in barking. Some respond noisily to any and all activity. But, nothing is as annoying as incessant barking—even for dog lovers. If your dog is a yapper or a yowler, please consider some of these bark-abatement ideas to keep the noise down in your area. Your neighbors will thank you!
 Training. Always the first recommendation for any behavioral problem! Help is as close as the Yellow Pages. Training not only helps your dog, you’ll be surprised how much it helps you, too. You may get some insight into why your dog barks so much, or what it is trying to communicate.
 Citronella collars. A humane alternative to the electric-shock, anti-barking collar and costs about the same. Available on the web and in pet stores.
 Confinement. Sometimes simply bringing an outspoken dog indoors or confining it to a crate can cut down on the disturbance to neighbors.
 Reduce stimulus. Close drapes to help muffle street noise, or leave a radio on to mask it. Disconnect telephones and doorbells before leaving your home if they upset your dog or make it bark.
 Companionship. Dogs are pack animals; they need companionship—a cat, bird, or another dog. Consider a mid-day visit from a pet-sitting service, or drop your pooch off at a friend’s place or a day-care facility once or twice a week.

Aaron Hettesheimer

Little Oak Island

2010-05-12T12:00:00.000-07:00

Dear Homeowners,

As you know there are many pet lovers on that live on Little Oak Island, so I would like to take this opportunity to remind everyone the rules and regulations when it comes to caring for your fury friend.

- It is unlawful for any dog, act or other domestic animal to be at large unless it has a chain, substantial rope, leash or leather thong securely attached to its collar. A responsible person must be in actual physical control of the animal through the above mentioned leash at all times.

- All animals should be tagged stating the name and address of the individual that animal is license under.

- All animals must have up to date vaccinations by a licensed veterinarian. A certificate of these vaccinations must be kept on hand.

- It shall be unlawful for the owner or custodian of an animal to permit same to run at large at anytime upon streets or highways or properties other than his or hers.

- No owner of any pet shall allow his or her pet by reason of frequent or continual noise to disturb the peace of neighbors.

- No animals are allowed within the pool area.

- All animal feces must be picked up and disposed of in a proper manner.

If you have questions or concerns regarding these rules and regulations or need to report an infraction please feel free to contact Folly Beach Public Safety Department at 843-588-7003.

Please help us keep your animal and Little Oak Island Safe!

Thank you,

Aaron Hettesheimer
Accredited Association Management Company (AAMC)
Director of Community Management
Community Management Group
349 Folly Road; Suite 2B
Charleston, SC 29412

Little Oak Island

2010-04-29T04:51:00.000-07:00

Homeowners,

It is that time of year to get out your swimm suits and hit the pool for some sun and fun. While enjoying the cozy atmosphere of the neighborhood please remember some of the simple rules to keep everyone's experience safe and delightful. Please take a look at these rules, and Have Fun!

* You must have Id on hand at all times to show proof of residency and age
* You must be 16 years of age or accompanied by an adult 18 years of age or older
* No glass allowed
* No Pets allowed
* No Fireworks
* No grilling on pool deck
* Babies must wear proper swimmies, no diapers
* No horse play
* No inapporiate language or actions
* No running
* No diving
* Proper swimming attire is required.
* A working pool pass must be on hand to gain access.

If any of these rule are broken, You may be asked to leave the pool area. If the person is trespassing and is asked to leave and they do not comply. Please call the Charleston Police Dept. and tell them that the it is required to have proper identification and to be of the proper age to gain access. Asked them to make them leave.

Please be safe and enjoy your summer!!!

Aaron Hettesheiemer

Little Oak Island

2010-03-31T14:18:00.000-07:00

Dear Homeowners,

Pool Season is Here!

The pool will open up to the residents on April 1st, so if you don't have a key please contact Kristi Mohler at 843-795-8484 ext 322. Please remember to follow all the rules and regulations.

Meet the Canidates

There is a "Meet The Candidates" meeting at the Holiday Inn Thursday April 1st at 6:30. This meeting will give you an oppurtunity to meet the canidates that are running for Mayor and Council.This new Mayor and Council could have serious impact on our Lives here on Litttle Oak Island and Folly Beach. Please make a point to go out and meet the candidates and here their respective agenda.

Happy Easter!

Aaron Hettesheimer

Little Oak Island

2010-03-19T10:01:00.000-07:00

Homeowner Information

National Association of Letter Carriers Food Drive

National Association of Letter Carriers Food Drive happens every year on Mother’s Day weekend. All of the food that is collected, last year it was 100,000 pounds, comes to the Low country Food Bank. It’s so easy, all people have to do is leave a bag of food at, in or by their mailbox and the letter carrier picks it up and brings it back to the local post office. If you have a chance please show your support!

Aaron Hettesheimer
Community Manager

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Little Oak Island

2010-03-03T10:57:00.001-08:00

Dear Homeowners,

I would like to take to this opportunity to remind you to take a look at Cmgcharleston.com. Here at Communtiy Management's website you will not only find the Little Oak Island website with all its valuable information, you will find a wealth of educational information, most frequent questions and answers, Community Management profiles, Online payment opportunity, and you can update your current contact information.

The HOA websites usually contain up to date copies of Covenants ,Restrictions ,ARC guidelines, ARC application, and Bylaws.

We feel that it is important that we provide and educate our homeowners with up to date information, so please take a second to look through this web site.

Aaron Hettesheimer
Community Manager

Little Oak Island

2010-02-17T07:19:00.000-08:00

Dear Homeowners,

As your Managing Agent I want to provide the association with a bi weekly community updates and important educational association information. This week's educational information deals with Pet waste. The association has recieved a few inquires about pet waste, so please take the time to review the following statement.

OH POOH!!!!Increasingly some of our neighbors have been “ingratiating” themselves with their neighbors by letting Rover leave an unwelcome deposit in someone else’s landscaping and flowerbeds. In addition to this not being a welcome “decoration” on others’ property, it is creating very negative feelings!
Our neighborhood rules prescribe against letting your pet use others property and also you are to pick up after your pet. Make use of your “Dog Poop Disposal Bags”, or use some of the endless supply of plastic grocery bags. Curb your pet and pick it up!
Until Rover can achieve this, we must pick up after them!

Thank you,

Aaron Hettesheimer
Community Manager

Little Oak Island

2010-02-03T04:29:00.001-08:00

Dear Homeowners,

The Board and Community Management Group would like to thank all the homeowners that came out to participate in the 2010 annual meeting. We appreciate the opportunity and look forward to serving the community this up coming year. Please stay in tune with this blog to keep up on upcoming events and projects, and as always if you ever have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact us at anytime.

Upcoming Events for 2010:

- Speed bump removal
- Crab dock repair
- Entrance gate repair
-AND MANY MORE

*Please remember that speeding on the island is a great concern, so please do your part and go the speed limit. ****

Let us have a great New Year!!

Aaron Hettesheimer
Community Management Group
Community Manager

Little Oak Island

2010-01-20T05:58:00.000-08:00

Dear Little Oak Island Homeowners,

I would like to take this oppurtunity as we enter a new year to remind all old and new homeowners the different types of payment options that are available for homeowners to pay thier assessments.

Payment Options

You can pay your assessment several ways: 1) Send your payments to the Columbia lockbox at Post Office Box 912, Columbia, SC 29202; 2) Go online to http://www.cmgcharleston.com/ and select “pay assessments”. If you have not already setup your account, you will need your account number noted above for this option; or 3) Set up ACH for automatic draft of your payments. Please be aware if you opt for this method, the payments will only be debited for a twelve (12) month cycle. Please remember that all assessments are due by the first of the month and considered past due after the thirtieth of the month.

If you have your payments set up on ACH through Community Management Group, you need to be aware that any outstanding balance will be debited from your account.

Please remember you can always visit your community website at http://www.cmgcharleston.com/ for community updates. If you have any questions, please contact our office at the number noted below. You can reach Aaron Hettesheimer at extension 323 or Lindsey Burchell at extension 314. You can also reach us via email at aaron@cmgcharleston.com or lburchell@cmgcharleston.com. We look forward to serving you in 2010!

Aaron Hettesheimer

Little Oak Island

2010-01-06T16:38:00.000-08:00

Dear Homeowners,

The cold has recently found its way into Charleston and it looks as if it may hang around for a little while. I ran across some preventive measures published by the local authorities. Please review this educational information and remember to always be safe and vigilant.

Charleston neighborhood presidents, complex managers, residents and merchants,

With the long cold-snap we are predicted to have the next week or two, and through the winter, many people will feel a need to "warm-up" their car in the mornings. Some do it to make it more comfortable for children or themselves; some to get the ice off the windshield; some just to make the car run right.

We highly recommend against leaving a vehicle running and unattended, as this opens an opportunity for the car to be stolen, even in a "safe" neighborhood. On city streets it is unlawful to do it for more than a few minutes, just for this reason.

Who steals cars this way? Consider the middle school kids at the corner tired of waiting in the cold for their bus, or the worker who can't be late again to the jobsite, or the teen runaway looking for a way out, or any other number of scenarios, not to mention professional car thieves.

If you still decide to pre-heat your vehicle (again, we discourage this), please remember that you need to also take steps to keep it from being stolen.

Lock the doors, keep visual observation

Use a CLUB or similar steering-wheel lock (separate the keys)

Block the vehicle in with another car.

Maybe now is the time to clean out that garage and keep the car inside…

People also often feel a need to leave the car running to keep the heater on when they're "just running in for a second". These include school and day-care drop-offs, delivering or picking up take-out food or dry-cleaning, convenience store stops, etc. Cars are stolen this way constantly, occasionally with small children left inside.

Please TURN the CAR OFF, Lock It, and Take The Keys (AND your purse, ladies). The couple of minutes you turn the car off will not make I the car significantly colder. You'll save yourself the misery of waiting in the cold to file the stolen car report and everything else associated with having your car stolen.

EVERYONE HAVE A SAFE AND HAPPY NEW YEAR!!

Aaron Hettesheimer
Community Manager
Community Management Group