Homeowners Association of La Casa, Inc.

HOA

Board of Directors Meeting

September 22, 2025

Rec Hall &

Via Zoom

1:00 p.m.

Call to order: At 1:00 p.m. in the Rec Hall by President Davis.

Pledge of Allegiance: Recited

Exit Message:  Reviewed by President Davis, this also included a reminder there is an AED Defibrillator located on the back wall.

Silence Electronic Devices:  Reviewed by President Davis.

Roll call: Present: Ed Bourdeau, Tim Davis, Martha Morgan, Denny Smith, Jack Pasquale (Parliamentarian), Randy Browning (Park Manager), Linda Krout (Park Acct/Office Mgr.)

Via Zoom: Ruth Beier, David Fogt, Jack Hagopian, Gary Mithoefer, Rob McMillion

Absent: None

A quorum of the Board is present.

There were 26 residents in attendance,  6 via Zoom.

Adoption of Proposed agenda:

Motion: To approve the agenda as presented. Morgan/Hagopian, MMC 8/0

• Review of opportunities for shareholders to speak at board meetings

None

• Shareholder Requests to Speak

None

• Open Forum on Agenda Items:

None

Secretary’s Report: Rob McMillion

Motion: I move to approve the HOA Board of Directors minutes of the August 25, 2025 meeting as posted. McMillion/Fogt, MMC 8/0

Treasurer’s Report: David Fogt

Treasurer’s Report

Month              August 2025

                                    Actual              Budget             P/L

Income                        $208,205.37                $205,578.44                $2,626.93

Expense                       $211,970.00                $195,045.00                $16,925.00

P/L                              $   (3,764.63)               $  10,533.44                ($14,298.07)

YTD                            Jan-August 2025

                                    Actual              Budget                         P/L

Income                        $1,690,482.08 $1,649,507.82 $40,974.26

Expense                       $1,420,827.43 $1,408,999.06 $11,828.37

P/L                              $   269,654.65 $   240,508.76 $29,145.89

Bank Balances

                                                            Ckg/Money Market                 CD’s

Reserve Funds*                                  $297,341.35                            $1,215,000.00

Operating Funds*                               $193,235.61                            $   180,000.00 

Capital Acquisition Fund*                  $575,281.01                            $1,720,000.00

Petty Cash                                           $       250.00                            $

Hurricane Deductible/                                                                        

  Uninsured Asset*                              $                                          $  375,000.00

 Total                                                $4,556,107.97

CD’s                                                                Amount                       Interest Rate Renewed

Reserve                                              

Operating                                           

CAA   – Fidelity – Bank of America   $240,000.00   3.95% Matures 8/24/27                                                                                                                                                                                              

Notes:

*Reserve Funds are restricted

*Operating funds include four months everyday expenses and emergencies

*Capital Asset Acquisition Fund is for purchase of large items

*Hurricane deductible is for insurance deductible and uninsured assets

STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS

FINANCE: Jack Pasquale

STANDING COMMITTEE ON FINANCE REPORT TO HOA

September 22, 2025

Good afternoon; President Davis; HOA Board Members; Mr. Randy Browning, Park Manager;

Ms. Linda Krout, Park Accountant; La Casa Shareholders and Residents

My name is Jack Pasquale, and I live at 655 Los Altos. I have the privilege to serve

as chairman of the Finance Committee along with team members Al Campbell, Jim

Dahlhausen, Jan Danner, Jim Fitzsimons, Sharon Scarlett, and Evelyn Ternullo.

We welcome our residents returning from summer vacations and time away from the

park. La Casa certainly looks much better than when we returned last year thanks to the

efforts of the Board, Management and residents as repairs are continuing and new homes

are installed.

The Finance Committee met on September 15, 2025 to review the August 31, 2025

preliminary draft month end financials which included the bank, cash flow, balance and profit

and loss statements We also reviewed the budget variance report and no unexplained

material variances were identified. We noted that legal expenses continue to run more than

expected mainly due to action on violations, foreclosures and non-payments. We also noted

there is no increase this year in the mowing contract. The financials are posted in the front

office.

We reported at the August HOA Board meeting a draft proposed FY 2026 operating

budget with no increase in the monthly maintenance fee had been completed, and

recommended the proposed draft be mailed to the shareholders. It is our understanding the

board intends to consider the proposed FY 2026 operating budget at its October meeting.

The resignation of Jan Danner was reluctantly accepted at our September 15, 2025

meeting. We wish Jan and Sandy all the best as they move to a new residence in Venice.

Thank you, Jan, for all your efforts and contributions to the betterment of our La Casa

community in your capacity as a HOA Director, HOA Treasurer and SCF member.

All Finance Committee meetings are noticed and open to La Casa residents either in

person or via ZOOM. We encourage you to tune in and hear the correct information and

facts firsthand.

Thank you for your time and attention.

Respectfully submitted on behalf of the Finance Committee,

Jack Pasquale, BSEE, JD

Chairman SCF

STANDING COMMITTEE ON FINANCE REPORT TO HOA

LCRE: David Bisson reported by Benny Morgan

LCRE SEPTEMBER REPORT TO SHAREHOLDERS

Good afternoon, my name is Benny Morgan, Vice President of LCRE. I live at 528 La Playa Circle. I am addressing the shareholders on behalf of the LCRE Board ofDirectors: Dave Bisson, President, Deb Hughes, Secretary, Arnold Morrison, Treasurer, Marianne Moshano and Director Emeritus, Wally Scheehauf.

Recently as shareholders of the La Casa Real Estate Inc, you received second quarter financial statement in accordance with the Corporation’s By-Laws.

August was not a good month for us regarding the sale of homes. One home and one lot sold during the month. Last year we closed on 2 homes and 1 lot during August. The average price of homes sold during August was $135,000, down from previous months. The average price of a lot was $9,500. At the end of August we had 5 houses and 2 lots pending closing in September. Our listings remain in a comparable range as July at the number 4 houses and 1 lot.

Thank you.

REPORT: Randy Browning, Park Manager

August Managers Report

Mowing for October

Mowing will be every week, except for the 20th through the 24th.

Bocce Court Awning

Awning is up. Hope to see it finalized by the end of September.

Homes Not Repaired From Storm Damage

46 Homes yet to be repaired.

11 Homes have a contract on them.

Two are SRQ New homes.

In “Resilient SRQ,” SRQ is a shorthand for Sarasota and is used in the program’s official name, which is a Sarasota County initiative funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to help recover from major disasters. The county uses this abbreviation, as seen in the official name Resilient SRQ, instead of its common abbreviation for its airport, which has the same three-letter code.

New Homes Since November 2022

37 New homes have been installed since November 2022. There will be more coming in.

PRESIDENT’S REPORT: Tim Davis

President’s Report, Tim Davis

La Casa HOA Board of Directors

September 22, 2025

One week from today, Monday, September 29, is the 3rdanniversary of the massive hit by Hurricane Ian which changed life in La Casa forever.  Then just a year ago, two more devastating Hurricanes hit La Casa – Helene and Milton, back-to-back within a week. Everyone in this park has been struggling to get their lives back together, their homes safe and livable again, but unfortunately some have left La Casa forever as their homes were destroyed or they just couldn’t take going through these weather occurrences anymore.

Earlier this past year in January, when contractors and materials started becoming available, the HOA Board made a decision to send letters to all those who still had repairs not made from the Hurricanes. We gave everyone ample time to present plans to Randy along with a signed contract and estimate of completion. We have been very lenient and recognized that Sarasota County is not the easiest to work with when it comes to pulling permits.  The La Casa HOA has had our own battles with the County over the past 3 years just getting our common element repairs done. The last remaining projects we have left are the final finishing of the Bocce Courts awning, the Pickleball Courts awning at the Rec Hall, and the construction of the new Gazebo on El Prado. I want to thank Randy Browning and the office staff for doing an outstanding job over the past 8 months keeping track of all this.

However, we must get tough now with the remaining homes that have not let us know of their intentions.  We have several homes here that appear to have been abandoned – some of these were in pretty bad shape before the hurricanes hit and they have only grown worse because of neglect.  Neighbors are starting to complain, they are demanding that the HOA Board do something about these unhealthy situations, and they want our Park brought back up to the standards that made us the envy of this area.

Out of the nearly 170 letters that went out earlier this year, we have whittled the major offenders down to about 25 homes.  There are 3 homes of particular concern that we have been in the process of having the homes either torn down, condemned or the owner’s shares revoked. Our law firm has finally listened to the complaints we made and responded to me that they have assigned a new violation/eviction team to take care of our needs as fast as possible. The previous team, due to some confusion about permits, and the approving of the replacement of one of the homes by the SRQ Rehabilitation program, misunderstood and thought we meant all 4 of the worst offenders were cleared up. That was not the case and legal action will resume on 3 properties here in La Casa: Those homes are Lot 389 on Los Altos; Lot 428 on Buenos; and Lot 529 on La Sala.

We mean business and intend to get this mess cleaned up and I’d like to ask for the cooperation of all our residents who are concerned. We could use your help by calling or emailing our Sarasota County Commissioner Ron Cutsinger, and by calling or emailing the Sarasota County Licensing and Enforcement Division (where Randy has established case numbers). This information will be posted on the La Casa Residents Facebook page and the community Website at www.lacasaroc.com. Thank you for your continued support and cooperation.

Director’s Reports:

Director Ruth Beier

Motion:

Report: Security – None

Director Ed Bourdeau

Motion: I move to approve a new home at 660 Buenos, Lot #530  Bourdeau/Hagopian  MMC 9/0

Rationale: The replacement home fits within the buildable lot area and meets all requirements

for size and setbacks. The home includes the required driveway and shed.

Motion:  I move to approve Randy Brownings contract for the 2026 time period.                                                                                                                                              Bourdeau/McMillion  MMC 9/0

Rationale: Given that Randy will be formally retiring at the end of 2025 and that he has

agreed to stay on for the purpose of successfully transitioning his role to a new Park Manager,

his current contract does not reflect his new role, deliverables, and expectations for the

2026 timeframe and needs to be rewritten.

This document rewrite was assigned to a task force by the HOA President.

The task force, of which I was the Chairperson, met a number of times to create the new document.

The proposed 2026 document/contract, which was agreed to by all members of the task force,

is the document that we are offering for approval today,

Director David Fogt – Treasurer:

Motion:  I move to increase the Fixed Asset Capital Expense to $5,000. Fogt/Morgan  MMC 9/0

Rationale:  The increase has been recommended by the auditors and is consistent with the IRS guidelines.      

Report A.R.C.: None

Director Jack Hagopian

Report: RV/Boat Compound Liaison/Compliance – None

Director Gary Mithoefer

Report: C.R.C. – None

Director Rob McMillion:

Motion: I move to approve the changes to the Rules & Regulations as sent to the LaCasa Shareholders. McMillion/Beier  MMC 9/0

Rationale:  These changes were recommended by our attorney to bring us in line with Florida statutes to protect us legally.

Report: Future of La Casa/Long Range Planning Committee Liaison. None

Director Martha Morgan:

Report Activity Committee:  None.

Director Denny Smith

Motion:  I move to lower all 12 La Casa HOA-owned vacant lots to an asking price of $10,000, and to allow the Board President, the Board Treasurer and the Park Accountant to negotiate and accept any offers on these 12 vacant lots.               

The list of subject properties:

675 Alvarado;  209 El Prado;  236 La Rosas;  412 Madonna;  420 Madonna;  512 Madonna;

705 Del Luna;  659 La Sala;  256 Hibisco;  224 La Rosas;  626 La Sala;  404 Tarde Logo.

Smith/Beier  MMC 9/0

Rationale:  The La Casa HOA acquired these vacant lots due to circumstances surrounding the devastating effects of Hurricane Ian in September, 2022. These lots have been priced at the then price of interior lot shares and have received no offers to date. The real estate picture has changed over the past 2 years with some vacant lots being sold by shareholders for much less. These lots are costing over $50,000 per year in lost HOA maintenance fees, utility payments, property taxes, and liability insurance. It was recognized by the HOA Board that it was in our best interests to try to sell these vacant lots so they could be replaced by new homes, benefitting the entire real estate market in La Casa 

Report: LCRE: None

Taskforce Reports:

New Home Taskforce: Colette Welch, Chair.

Report:

Front Security Gate Taskforce: Denny Smith, Chair. None

Report:

Old Business: None.

Calendar:

November newsletter,  Rob McMillion, please submit by October 8, 2025.

New Business: None

Open Forum:

Mike Parker, 651 Los Altos – Question concerning fines for community violations and homes in disrepair.

Steve Wiederhold, 221 Vistoria – Question concerning potential shed size and variance.

Wayne Cain, 201 Estrada – Question concerning when fines are implemented for community violations and allowance of utility trailers in the RV/Boat compound.

Next Agenda meeting: Monday, October 20, 2025. 1:00 p.m. in the Rec Hall.

Next Board meeting: Monday, September 27, 2025. 1:00 p.m. in the Rec Hall.

Respectively submitted,

Rob McMillion, Board Secretary

Homeowners Association of La Casa, Inc.

Approved

Board of Directors Meeting

May 8, 2025

La Casa Board Room &

Via Zoom

9:00 a.m.

Call to order: At 9:00 a.m. in the Board Room by President Davis.

Pledge of Allegiance: Recited

Exit Message:  Reviewed by President Davis, this also included a reminder there is an AED Defibrillator located on the back wall.

Silence Electronic Devices:  Reviewed by President Davis.

Roll call: Present: Fogt, Morgan, Smith, Davis, Browning (Park Manager), Krout (Off Mgr./Acct.).

Via Zoom: Lilley, McMillion, Mithoefer, Hagopian

Absent: Jack Pasquale (Parliamentarian)

A quorum of the Board is present.

There were 3 residents in attendance, 1 via Zoom.

Motion: To appoint Ed Bourdeau to fill the remaining term of Director Linda Luecken expiring February 2026. Davis/Morgan, MMC 8/0

Rationale: Linda Luecken has sold her home and moved from La Casa leaving a vacancy on the board.

Motion: To accept the resignation of Director Peter Lilley. Morgan/Fogt, MMC 8/0

Rationale: Peter has sold his home and is no longer a resident of La Casa and can no longer serve on the board.

Motion: To appoint Ruth Baier to fill the remaining term of Director Peter Lilley expiring February 2028. Morgan/McMillion, MMC 8/0

Rationale: Peter Lilley has sold his home and moved from La Casa leaving a vacancy on the board.

Discussion: Presentation by Colette Welch addressing vacant lots with potential Spec. Home by Palm Harbor or purchase of home by La Casa.

Old Business: None.

Calendar: 

June newsletter,  Martha Morgan please submit by May 8, 2025.

New Business: None

Open Forum: No Requests.

Next Agenda meeting: Monday, May 21, 2025. 1:00 p.m. in the Rec Hall.

Next Board meeting: Tuesday, May 29, 2025. 1:00 p.m. in the Rec Hall.

Respectively submitted,

Rob McMillion, Board Secretary

Homeowners Association of La Casa, Inc.

Approved

Board of Directors Meeting

April 28, 2025

Rec Hall &

Via Zoom

1:00 p.m.

Call to order: At 1:00 p.m. in the Rec Hall by President Davis.

Pledge of Allegiance: Recited

Exit Message:  Reviewed by President Davis, this also included a reminder there is an AED Defibrillator located on the back wall.

Silence Electronic Devices:  Reviewed by President Davis.

Roll call: Present: Fogt, Hagopian, Morgan, Smith, Davis, Jack Pasquale (Parliamentarian), Browning (Park Manager), Krout (Off Mgr./Acct.).

Via Zoom: Lilley, McMillion, Mithoefer

Absent: None

A quorum of the Board is present.

There were 35 residents in attendance, 0 via Zoom.

Adoption of Proposed agenda:

Motion: To approve the agenda as presented. Morgan/Hagopian, MMC 8/0

Secretary’s Report: Rob McMillion 

Motion: I move toapprove the HOA Board of Directors minutes of the March 24, 2025 meeting as posted. McMillion/Morgan, MMC 8/0

Motion: I move to approve the HOA Board of Directors minutes of the April 10, 2025 meeting as posted. McMillion/Morgan, MMC 8/0

Treasurer’s Report: David Fogt

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Treasurers Report – Preliminary

Month                                    March 2025

                                    Actual                        Budget                      P/L

Income                       $210,717.75              $202,388.61              $8,329.14

Expense                    $167,983.67              $161,420.95              $6,562.72

P/L                              $  42,734.08              $   40,967.66             $1,766.42

YTD                            Jan-March 2025

                                    Actual                        Budget                      P/L

Income                       $637,779.45              $622,440.26              $15,339.19

Expense                    $449,656.80              $443,281.06              $  6,375.74

P/L                              $188,122,65              $179,159.20              $  8,963.45

Bank Balances

                                                            Ckg/Money Market             CD’s

Reserve Funds*                               $359,135.60                          $1,215,000.00

Operating Funds*                            $277,083.79                          $   180,000.00  

Capital Acquisition Fund*               $598,125.51                          $1,720,000.00

Petty Cash                                        $       250.00                          $

Hurricane Deductible/                                                                                

  Uninsured Asset*                           $                                         $    375,000.00

 Total                                                 $4,724,594.90

CD’s                                                   Amount                                 Interest Rate Renewed

Reserve

Operating

CAA                                                    $100,00.00                            3 yr 4.10% (old rate 5.10%)                                                                                                                       

Notes:

*Reserve Funds are restricted

*Operating funds include four months everyday expenses and emergencies

*Capital Asset fund is for purchase of large items

*Hurricane deductible is for insurance deductible and uninsured assets

STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS

FINANCE: Jack Pasquale

STANDING COMMITTEE ON FINANCE REPORT TO HOA

April 28, 2025

Good afternoon; President Davis; HOA Board Members; Mr. Randy Browning, Park Manager; Ms. Linda Krout, Park Accountant; La Casa Shareholders and Residents

My name is Jack Pasquale, and I live at 655 Los Altos. I have the privilege to serve as chairman of the Finance Committee along with team members Al Campbell, Jim Dahlhausen,            Jan Danner, Jim Fitzsimons, Sharon Scarlett, and Evelyn Ternullo.

The bank, cash flow, balance and profit and loss statements from the preliminary draft March 31, 2025, month end financials were reviewed at our April 21, 2025 meeting. We also reviewed the budget variance report and although no unexplained material variances were identified, we noted that legal expenses were $8,793.00 more than expected mainly due to action on violations, foreclosures and non-payments. The financials are posted in the front office.

The draft of the independent auditors report for the consolidated balance sheet and the related consolidated statements of revenues and expense and changes in members’ equity and cash flows for the year ending December 31, 2024, and the related notes to the financial statements were reviewed. We are happy to report that our auditors, Cavanaugh & Company, are of the opinion that our financial statements accurately present in all material respects the financial position of the HOA of La Casa as of December 31, 2024 and cash flows for the year end in accordance with (GAAP) generally accepted accounting principles. Kudos to Park Accountant Linda Krout for all the hard work, long hours and diligence to prepare and work with the auditor to prepare the report.

The Finance Committee is of the opinion that the Fiscal Year 2023 financial Audit of the Consolidated Financial Statements is in condition for acceptance and recommends that the HOA Board accept the financial audit as prepared and presented by our independent auditors Cavanaugh & Company. It is our understanding that HOA Treasurer David Fogt will present such a motion at the HOA Meeting April 28, 2025.

Our reservist Pierre Del Rosario of Capital Reserve Advisors made an on-site visit to La Casa on April 21, 2025, and made a visual inspection of the capital asset components that should be included in the preparation of a new three year cycle of the 30-year replacement management plan (reserve study) effective January 1, 2026. The replacement cost valuation report prepared by Felten Property Assessment Team for La Casa, along with information related to the repair and replacement of capital assets in 2024 and projected in 2025 will be considered by the reservist in arriving at the reserve study detail. The Finance Committee will review the draft reserve study along with our Park Manager, Randy Browning and Park Accountant, Linda Krout when it becomes available.

We are contemplating starting work on the FY 2026 operating budget in July and expect a draft will be available for presentation to the HOA Board in August. It is anticipated that a draft FY 2026 operating budget will be ready for recommendation to the HOA Board to distribute to the shareholders at its September meeting.

The Finance Committee elected officers for 2025-2026 at its April 21, 2025 meeting;                 Jack Pasquale was elected chairperson, Sharon Scarlett was elected vice-chairperson,                        and Al Campbell was elected secretary.

All Finance Committee meetings are noticed and open to La Casa residents either in person or via ZOOM. We encourage you to tune in and hear the correct information and facts firsthand.

Our best wishes to all for an enjoyable summer and for safe travels if you leave La Casa and for your return in the fall.

Thank you for your time and attention.                                                                                        Respectfully submitted on behalf of the Finance Committee,

Jack Pasquale, BSEE, JD Chairman SCF

LCRE: David Bisson

LA CASA REAL ESTATE INC.                                                                                                       REPORT 4.28.2025

Shareholders of the La Casa Real Estate, shareholders of the Homeowners Association, staff of the Homeowners Association. 

I am Dave Bisson. I live at 615 Iglesia Drive. In March of this year, I was elected to the La Casa Real Estate Inc. Board of Directors and at their reorganizational meeting I was elected President of the Corporation and Chair of the Board of Directors. I serve along with Benny Morgan, vice president, Deb Hughes, secretary, Arnold Morrison, treasurer, Marianne Moshano, director and Wally Schleehauf, director emeritus.

During the later part of March, La Casa Real Estate scheduled two days on a weekend to provide an open house for potential buyers outside the park in addition to the two in-park open houses previously conducted. Though from some viewpoints, it might not have been successful because of the number of visitors, but it was extremely successful in learning how to conduct open houses for potential outside buyers while meeting the regulations of Florida Real Estate Commission.

Any open house, either limited to residents, renters, and guests, requires a small army of volunteers to conduct it. An open house for those outside the park requires even more. Both open houses conducted this year, in-house and outside, were accomplished because of the dedication and hard work of Deb Hughes and Arnold Morrison and their volunteers along with our sales associates, Tammie Schroder and Dawn Deemer-Stewart. 

We are pleased that with the open houses, offers have been made on two homes and a third potential buyer is very committed to buying in La Casa, but must sell his current home first. 

The broker’s report will be evolving over the next few months. We are working towards establishing a document that will provide us, the Board, with information on how to plan for the corporation.

By the end of March, 7 homes were sold, while last year for the same month, 6 homes were sold. 2 lots were sold, and last year for the same month, 3 were sold.

At the end of March, 11 houses were pending; several homes have since closed, and 2 lots were pending.

During this past month, sales associates listed 12 homes and 2 lots.

The average price of a home sold in March is $145,000

The average price of a lot sold in March is $33,500.

REPORT: Randy Browning, Park Manager 

PICKLEBALL COURT 

Scheduled to be resurfaced between 4-15 through 4-29 

PIPE LINING 

Company had issue with the liner on Madonna. They will have to de-line pipe after cutting out the bad area. They should be back by May to do it. 

MAY MOWING 

There are two mowings per week in May, which are the weeks of the 5th through the 9th and the week of the 19th through the 23rd. The weekly mowing schedule begins in June. 

ASPHALT ROAD WORK 

La Sala, a section of El Prado from El Prado to Chiquita and Madonna from Bravado to 408 Madonna. This is scheduled for June 10, 11 and 12th weather permitting. 

RED MULCH INSTALLATION                                                                                                             Mulch installation will be done during the month of May. 

PRESIDENT’S REPORT: Tim Davis

President’s Report

April 28, 2025 HOA Board Meeting

Today I wanted to take this opportunity to fill you in on the background for one of the motions that will be made today pertaining to a marketing and service agreement with Frontier Communications of America, Inc., about their access into La Casa.  To bring you up to date I have to go back ten years ago to 2016. Prior to that time Comcast offered La Casa residents basic cable TV at a very reasonable yearly rate (approximately $300.00 per year). As that agreement was expiring, Comcast approached La Casa with a new bulk rate contract which mandated 100% participation by all 974 homes in La Casa.

At that time the then HOA Board formed a communications committee to negotiate with Comcast to try to come to some agreement. We associated with a group called the Communications Consulting Group that represents associations in their dealings with media giants. While Comcast would not budge on the 100% participation, CCG was able to negotiate payment over a 10-year period for Comcast’s right to use access into La Casa for their cable TV and Internet Lines.  We have been receiving payment every year since which has gone into our general operating funds to be credited toward our Park expenses.  That Agreement will end in the Summer of 2026.

A couple of months ago CCG contacted all Board Members with a proposal to represent us in new negotiations with communications companies to see if we could negotiate a better detail going into the future.  Sure enough they received a proposal each from Frontier and Comcast which offered payments over a 10 year period, free service in our public buildings, and a percentage payment of any new customers they signed up after that point.  The Comcast agreement would have paid us $194,000 over a 10 year term; Frontier’s contribution was much higher at $292,000 for 10 years. Both offered similar revenue sharing of about 8-10 percent on all new accounts. We decided the Frontier offer was superior and we are agreeing to it.

This was almost unbelievable news to all of us on the Board, particularly at a time when we are trying to curb expenses and stretch our funds to avoid increases.  I can assure you we found out this is quite legitimate and a growing factor in the communications industry that is competing across the country – Homeowner’s Associations are becoming hot properties for them to get their feet in the door or maintain what they already have.

A word of explanation – this agreement with Frontier is not an exclusive agreement.  No one in La Casa has to use Frontier – if you currently use Comcast or Dish you can continue with your own contracts. If you use a home antenna for off the air viewing, that can continue. This means we all have the best of all worlds and competition will win out. During this process we heard that Frontier was in the process of being purchased by Verizon – Verizon has already told our negotiators that this agreement with La Casa will be honored after the sale, so we really have the best of all worlds.

We have sent this agreement to our attorney to make sure we are completely protected before we sign anything. Also, La Casa is paying no commission to CCG Consultants as they will collect their fees from Frontier. Today Rob McMillion will make a motion to accept this agreement with Frontier subject to review by Mary Hawk, our attorney. 

Director’s Reports:

Director David Fogt – Treasurer:

Motion:  I move the FY 2024 Consolidated Financial Statements of Homeowners     

Association of La Casa and LCRE Subsidiary as prepared and presented by Cavanaugh & Company, LLP, be accepted. Fogt/Smith, MMC 8/0

Rationale:  The FY 2024 Audit Report was thoroughly reviewed by the Park Accountant, 

Park Manager and the SCF Committee. Our Park Accountant was in constant communication with the auditor throughout the entire audit process.  All questions and requests for documentation and financial information have been complied with as required under the statutes, generally accepted accounting procedures, and legal and ethical responsibilities of the auditor.

Report A.R.C.: None

Director Jack Hagopian

Motion: I Move that Randel Beckley of 720 El Rio be allowed to lease space in the compound and store a 16 foor storage trailer. This would require an exception to the present regulations. Hagopian/Motion Not Taken Up

Motion: I move that the Compliance Committee, when called to hear an appeal of a fine, will proceed in the following manner; Three (3) committee members will serve on a fining committee, on a rotating basis. Members 1, 2, and 3, with member 4 as an alternate, will hear the first appeal. Members 4, 5, and 6, with member 7 as an alternate will hear appeal #2. The 3rd appeal would be heard by members 7,1, and 2 with member 3 as an alternate. If more than one alternate is needed, the next member in the sequence will be selected and called to serve. 

The guidelines in Florida Statue 719.303 (3b) must be followed. 

The notice of violations and fines levied must be given in a timely manner as is outlined in HOA of La Casa / Resolution Establishing Fining Procedures. Hagopian/Fogt, MMC 8/0

Rationale: Florida State Law allows HOA Boards to assess fines for violations. It also provides for a resident to appeal that decision. The Compliance Committees task is to either agree or disagee with the fine.

By Compliance Committee members serving on a rotating basis, different representatives will be assigned to cases as they come up.

Report: RV/Boat Compound Liaison/Compliance – None

Director Peter Lilley

Motion: I move to extend the security contract for one year. Lilley/McMillion, MMC 8/0

Rationale: Our security needs may evolve over the next year due to operational changes, technology improvements, or facility upgrades. A shorter extension ensures we can reassess our requirements and if necessary issue a new request for proposal for services that better match our future needs. 

Report: Security – None

Director Gary Mithoefer

Report: C.R.C. : The Committee met on April 2, 2025. Dennis McCarthy, having sold his home, submitted his resignation to the Committee. Gary Mithoefer confirmed that the HOA Board approved Gerald Derr and Paul Moshano to the Committee. The next order of business was to select officers. Chairman is Tony Sanders and Vice-Chairman is Paul Moshano. No one was willing to accept the position of Secretary at this time. Phil McCabe and Jeff Mithoefer were approved as Associate Members. With the resignation of Dennis McCarthy there is one position open on the Contract Review Committee.

Director Rob McMillion:

 Motion: I move to approve the Frontier (Non-Bulk) Exclusive Marketing Agreement Proposal negotiated on La Casa’s behalf by The Communications Consulting Group.

McMIllion/Fogt, MMC 8/0

Rationale:  Frontier’s proposal far exceeds the 2016 agreement while still allowing our residents to have alternative options for their video and internet service, i.e. fiber-optic, cable, antenna or satellite. Frontier already has a fiber-optic network within the park to offer seamless transition for those interested.

Summary of Proposal:

• One-Time Payment: $292,200.     ($300 per unit amortized over 10 years)
• Quarterly Revenue Share: 10% on all Retail subscriptions
• Term: 10 years (Our current contract expires 3/10/2026)
• Complimentary Services: Video and/or Internet outlets in common areas

Motion: Pending review by our lawyer, Mary Hawk, I move to execute the Frontier Services and Marketing Agreement contract by and between Frontier Communications of America Inc,on behalf of “Frontier” and Homeowners Association Of La Casa, Inc., a Florida corporation, effective as of April 30, 2025 for a term of ten years. The “Property Effective Date” shall be the date the agreement is fully executed.  McMillion/Lilley, MMC 8/0

Rationale:  The contract execution is a direct follow up from the motion to accept the Frontier proposal negotiated on behalf of the La Casa HOA by The Communications Consulting Group.

Report: Future of La Casa/Long Range Planning Committee Liaison, Committee is on standby until the hydraulic study is completed. 

Director Martha Morgan: 

Motion:  I move a new home on Lot 316 (316 La Costa) with a buildable lot size 47 x 92 be approved. 

Rationale:  The new home is 26.4 by 52 feet and with all attachments must fit within the buildable lot and meet all rules and policy specifications.

Report Activity Committee:  The Activities Association Board of Directors met on Monday, April 28 in the Rec Hall Board Room. They have a full schedule of events for the Summer in the final planning stages.  The Board is trying to maintain ticket prices for these events at the normal very affordable price while still providing quality entertainment.

Director Denny Smith

Motion: I move that the following be included in Section 3.0 Gatehouse and Guard Relations section of the La Casa Access Procedures: 

Guards shall not be permitted to be a participant in any community sponsored activity after their shift change. 

If La Casa Management determines that there has been an act of impropriety and/or violations of confidential information, Management may request that the guard be transferred from this post. Smith/McMillion, MMC 8/0

Rationale: At the March 2025 meeting, the committee was requested to submit a rewrite of this section relating to guards participation in community events.

Report: LCRE: None

Taskforce Reports:

New Home Taskforce: Colette Welch, Chair.

Report: 

Front Security Gate Taskforce: Denny Smith, Chair.

Report: 

Old Business: None.

Calendar: 

June newsletter,  Martha Morgan please submit by May 8, 2025.

New Business: None

Open Forum: No Requests.

Next Agenda meeting: Monday, May 21, 2025. 1:00 p.m. in the Rec Hall.

Next Board meeting: Tuesday, May 29, 2025. 1:00 p.m. in the Rec Hall.

Respectively submitted,

Rob McMillion, Board Secretary

Homeowners Association of La Casa, Inc.

Approved

Board of Directors Meeting

March 24, 2025

Rec Hall &

Via Zoom

1:00 p.m.

Call to order: At 1:00 p.m. in the Rec Hall by President Davis.

Pledge of Allegiance: Recited

Exit Message:  Reviewed by President Davis, this also included a reminder there is an AED Defibrillator located on the back wall.

Silence Electronic Devices:  Reviewed by President Davis.

Roll call: Present: Fogt, Hagopian, Luecken, Mithoefer, Morgan, Lilley, McMillion, Smith, Davis, Jack Pasquale (Parliamentarian), Browning (Park Manager), Krout (Off Mgr./Acct.).

Via Zoom: None

Absent: None

A quorum of the Board is present.

There were 48 residents in attendance, 0 via Zoom.

Adoption of Proposed agenda:

Motion: To approve the agenda as presented. Morgan/Lilley, MMC 9/0

Secretary’s Report: Rob McMillion

Motion: I move to approve the HOA Board of Directors minutes of the February 24, 2025 meeting as posted. McMillion/Morgan, MMC 9/0

Treasurer’s Report: Linda Luecken

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Treasurers Report – Preliminary

Month              Feb  2025

                                    Actual              Budget             P/L

Income                        $212,772.24    $206,416.48    $6,355.76

Expense                       $136,880.01    $144,275.11    ($7,395.10

P/L                              $  75,892.23    $   62,141.37   $13,750.86

YTD                            Jan-Feb 2025

                                    Actual              Budget                         P/L

Income                        $427,061.70    $420,051.65    $7,010.05

Expense                       $281,673.13    $281,860.11    ($186.98)

P/L                              $145,388.57    $138,191.54    $7,197.03

Bank Balances

                                                            Ckg/Money Market                 CD’s

Reserve Funds*                                  $354,012.72                            $1,215,000.00

Operating Funds*                               $278,709.31                            $    180,000.00 

Capital Acquisition Fund*      $594,045.01                            $1,720,000.00

Petty Cash                                           $          250.00                         $

Hurricane Deductible/                                                                        

  Uninsured Asset*                  $                                                            $    375,000.00

    Total                                                                        $4,717,017.04

CD’s                                                    Amount                                   Interest Rate Renewed

Reserve

Operating

CAA                                                   $150,00.00                              3 yr 4.067% (old rate 5.15%)                                                                                                            

Notes:

*Reserve Funds are restricted

*Operating funds include four months everyday expenses and emergencies

*Capital Asset fund is for purchase of large items

*Hurricane deductible is for insurance deductible and uninsured assets

Motion: To recess HOA Board of Directors meeting LCRE Annual Meeting. Smith/Mithoefer,

MMC 9/0

Motion: To reconvene HOA Board of Directors meeting. Smith/Fogt, MMC 9/0

STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS

FINANCE: Jack Pasquale

STANDING COMMITTEE ON FINANCE REPORT TO HOA

March 24, 2025

     Good afternoon; President Davis; HOA Board Members; Mr. Randy Browning, Park Manager; Ms. Linda Krout, Park Accountant; La Casa Shareholders and Residents

     My name is Jack Pasquale and I live at 655 Los Altos. I have the privilege to serve as chairman of the Finance Committee along with team members Al Campbell, Jim Dahlhausen, Jan Danner, Jim Fitzsimons, David Fogt and Evelyn Ternullo.

     The preliminary draft February 28, 2025, month end financials were reviewed at our meeting Monday, March 17, 2025; no material or unexplained budget variations were identified. Our investment allocations are aligned with the ranges specified in the Investment Policy. Our net income for the first two months of 2025 is positive over the estimated budget amount by 0.13%.

     Our Park Accountant Linda Krout reported after our meeting that our Auditor Cavanaugh and Company will commence work on the 2024 FY Audit this week (March 14, 2025). Linda Krout works closely with our audit firm throughout the year to insure we are in compliance with all generally accepted accounting procedures and we expect the audit process to proceed smoothly with no surprises. We expect we may see a preliminary draft audit mid-April at which time our Park Accountant will make any Journal adjustments identified by the Auditor. We anticipate the review of the preliminary draft financial audit will be completed so that the audit can be presented to the HOA Board for acceptance at its April meeting.

     Our reservist Pierre Del Rosario, Capital Reserve Advisors, anticipates making an on- site visit and inspection of all reserve assets to develop a comprehensive Reserve Management Plan 30-year projection update beginning January 2026. Our last full update was made three years ago.

     The Finance Committee wishes to recognize and thank Al Campbell for his service on the committee as Secretary for the past six years and wish him well in whatever future endeavors he undertakes. We also wish to recognize David Fogt for his service on the committee and congratulate him on his election as a director to the La Casa HOA Board.

Thank you for your time and attention.

Respectfully submitted on behalf of the Finance Committee,

Jack Pasquale, BSEE, JD

Chairman SCF

LCRE: Kathy Langone

REPORT: Randy Browning, Park Manager

New Entrance Fence:

The new 4-foot fence with gates has been installed. Both gates will be propped open during the day and closed and locked at night. When locked, the Guard House will provide access to the 6-foot gate at the Guard House Gates.

April Mowing:

Week of the 7th through the 11th and the week of the 21st through the 25th.

Pickleball Courts:

Delay on surfacing of non-protecting wall, which is to be completed in April.

Pipe Lining:

Lining will be March 25th-27th on Iglesia, Madonna and Los Altos.

PRESIDENT’S REPORT: Tim Davis

Good afternoon everyone and thank you for taking the time to attend our board meeting this month.  Today I want to take time to let everyone here in La Casa know that the Florida department of transportation is inviting all our residents and surrounding neighborhoods to attend a special safety improvements public meeting on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at Trinity United Methodist Church off Biscayne Drive in North Port.

This meeting will discuss improved safety at multiple intersections along U.S. 41, including ours into la casa, harbor cove, harbor isles, riverwalk and lazy river. The purpose of these improvements is to improve safety, enhance traffic flow and reduce crashes.  We in La Casa have been complaining for years to DOT and Sarasota County about the need for improved access and egress in our park.  Most of this has fallen on deaf ears, and we have had some very serious crashes in front of our park in the past few years.

This month myself, Linda Luecken, Colette Welch and Linda Swab attended the monthly AMC meeting at harbor cove where this issue was discussed at length. Jim Spires, the president of Harbor Isles HOA, is our liaison to Florida DOT and has been tracking this issue for many years. He has been told that DOT has no intention of installing any traffic signals between River Road and Ortiz Blvd., nor will they lower the 55 mph speed limit. All 5 of the parks, through membership in the AMC, have been fighting this for years so our voices need to be heard at this special meeting.

I have posted all the information on our website, including how to register to attend online. Please go to lacasaroc.com more more information. I will also post notices on facebook so everyone knows about this important matter.

Director’s Reports:

Director David Fogt

Motion: To approve a home to be installed at 208 La Costa lot number 160. Fogt/Morgan, MMC 9/0

Rationale: The current home was damaged by hurricanes and will be removed. The replacement home fits within the buildable lot area and meets all requirements for size and setbacks. The home includes the required driveway and shed.

Motion: To approve a home to be installed at 650 El Tango lot number 324. Fogt/Hagopian,

MMC 9/0

Rationale: The current home was damaged by hurricanes and will be removed. The replacement home fits within the buildable lot area and meets all requirements for size and setbacks. The home includes the required driveway and shed.

Motion: I move to approve the request at 609 La Jolla lot number 535 to install a 10ft. x 12ft. Paver patio behind the home. Fogt/Luecken, MMC 9/0

Rationale: There is room for the patio and it’s removable. It does not interfere with any utilities.

Director Jack Hagopian

Motion: To approve Randel Beckley to the R.V. Committee for a three-year term. Hagopian/Luecken, MMC 9/0

Rationale: The rational is that he’s qualified and has submitted a letter of interest to serve. Randel is  a full-time resident and presently a non-user.

Motion: To approve Lee Hughes to the R.V. Committee for a three-year term. Hagopian/Morgan, MMC 9/0

Rationale: The rationale is that he’s qualified and has submitted a letter of interest to serve. Lee is  a seasonal resident and presently a non-user.

Motion: To approve Jeffery Blake to the R.V. Committee for a three-year term. Hagopian/Luecken, MMC 9/0

Rationale: Jeff is a seasonal resident, is qualified and submitted a letter of interest and is presently a non-user.

Motion: To approve Randel Beckley to a three-year term to the compliance committee. Hagopian/Fogt, MMC 9/0

Rationale:

Motion: To approve Ed Bourdeau to a three-year term to the compliance committee. Hagopian/Lilley, MMC 9/0

Rationale:

Report: RV/Boat Compound Liaison/Compliance – None

Director Peter Lilley

Motion: I move to approve David Wood to fill the vacant position on the Security Committee for a three-year term. Lilley/Hagopian, MMC 9/0

Rationale: Two positions are currently available as two committee members’ 3 year terms are up. David’s background provides a good fit for the committee and is recommended by the committee.

Motion: I move to approve Don Gettys to fill the vacant position on the Security Committee for a three-year term. Lilley/Luecken, 9/0

Rationale: Don has been serving on this committee over the past 3 years, seeks a second term, and provides great support to the committee.

Report: Security – None

Director Linda Luecken: Treasurer

Motion: I move the HOA Board appoint Sharon Scarlett, 530 San Clemente Circle, to the Standing Committee on Finance for a three-year term ending March 2028. Luecken/Morgan MMC 9/0

Rationale: Sharon and her husband are full-time residents of La Casa. As can be seen from Sharon’s letter for consideration for appointment to the SCF, she has lived in a large community like La Casa and has participated in various committees including finance and planning.  Sharon has the full support and recommendation of the SCF.

Motion: I move the HOA Board grant a waiver of Committee Policy and Procedures and to appoint Al Campbell to the Standing Committee on Finance for an additional 3-year term ending March 2028.  Al currently serves in a key position as Finance Committee Secretary. He possesses a wealth of experience and knowledge, and is considered a valuable, knowledgeable and contributing member of the finance committee.  Al is well respected by his fellow committee members and his input and insights are particularly important as La Casa continues to recover from Hurricanes IAN and Milton. Luecken/Fogt, MMC 9/0

Rationale:  The SCF has two three-year terms expiring March 2025; Al Campbell and David Fogt. David was elected to the HOA Board and cannot continue to serve on the committee.  Only one person has requested consideration for an appointment to the committee which will still leave one opening. Advertisements, solicitations and direct personal requests seeking potential applicants to fill the vacant position have not been successful. The SCF recognizes the importance of continuing to bring new members to the committee, but the reality of the circumstances requires the committee to make this recommendation to carry out its duties under its Charter.

Report: None.

Director Gary Mithoefer

Motion: To appoint Paul Moshano to the Contract Review Committee for a three-year term ending 2028. Mithoefer/McMillion, MMC 9/0

Rationale:  Paul will be replacing Jeff Mithoefer who has completed two three-year terms and is not eligible for reappointment.

Motion:  To appoint Gerald Derr to the Contract Review Committee for a three-year term ending in 2028. Mithoefer/Smith, MMC 9/0

Rationale:  Gerald will be replacing Phil McCabe who has completed two three-year terms and is not eligible for reappointment.

Director Rob McMillion:

Report: Future of La Casa/Long Range Planning Committee Liaison,

Director Martha Morgan:

Report: Activity – None

Director Denny Smith

Motion: I move the adoption of La Casa Access Procedures, and such be included within the HOA Board of Policies in the appropriate section. Smith/Lilley MMC 9/0

Rationale: Over the past few weeks, select members of the Front Gate Task Force and the Standing Committee on Security reviewed and updated the current La Casa Post Orders. Both full committees have been given an opportunity to review and provide suggestions for inclusion. The work is a result of the collective thinking of both committees.

Motion: To amend motion striking the phrase; “guards shall be prohibited from attending any community events or facilities within the community, striking phrase in 3rd bullet point in 3.0 of Employee Handbook. Morgan/Lilley, MMC 9/0

Discussion: Jack Pasquale, Parliamentarian, Suggested you have to strike those particular words out and then go back and act on the procedures aspect of that today and then come back in a future meeting and move to amend the procedures act that you’re passing by inserting the additional language you want to put in there. So this way you can act on it today minus that section on the guards. Have another meeting to amend the Employee Handbook and then you can add in the proper language that you wanted earlier.

Amended Motion:  I move the addend of rules and regulations from the La Casa Access Procedures that pertain most directly to residents be included in the La Casa Rules and Regulations, Article VII General Rules as stated on the attached sheet becoming numbers 5-9 upon approval. Smith/Morgan, MMC 9/0

Rationale: These statements are included within the La Casa Access Procedures and pertain to all residents. This makes all aware of expectations going forward.

Report: LCRE Liason – (Communicated During LCRE Annual Meeting)

Taskforce Reports:

New Home Taskforce: Colette Welch, Chair.

Report:

Good afternoon, Mr. President, Board of Directors, Park Manager Randy Browning, Public Accountant Linda Krout, and residents. Our committee is made up of Linda Swab, Linda Luecken, Gary Peterson, Jack Hagopian, Jan Danner, Tammie Schroeder, Randy Browning, and me.

To bring you up to date, I will share the following information: We interviewed several vendors to see if they were willing to place a “spec” home in La Casa at no cost to our association. Palm Harbor and  Regional Homes were the only ones interested. Lee Corp. requested exclusivity. We did not agree with that.

Palm Harbor signed an agreement about a year ago and chose two sites. They filed a floor plan and began working on a lot on Madonna during the summer. Nothing has been done since. We have tried reaching them for six months by phone and emails to check on progress with no response. On March 13, 2025, President Tim Davis sent Palm Harbor a letter, with a copy to corporate headquarters and our attorney, requesting information on their intent and progress. Regional Homes had to withdraw their interest for various reasons.

Where do we go from here? That is for the Board of Directors to decide. Here are the options our committee suggests.

•           Call Lee Corp again to see if an agreement can be reached.

•           Buy a home of our choice from a dealer of our choice and sell it. There is precedence for this as the Locasa Board of Directors has done that before on lots on La Rosas and La Playa.

•           Dissolve the task force and wait for our nine lots to sell.

Whatever you decide, understand that each month La Casa loses the maintenance fee on these nine lots and must pay the water charge and any other expenses. Round off the number to $300 a month per lot for general consideration. Our committee awaits your decision on how to proceed.

Thank you. Respectfully submitted.

Colette Welch

Discussion: Revolving around:

•           Viability and historical context of potential New Home Purchase for HOA owned vacant lots.

•           Current contract with Palm Harbor and expiration date.

•           Potential for different home builders in La Casa.

Front Security Gate Taskforce: Denny Smith, Chair.

Report: The task force met with a representative of one of the security companies and we invited the standing security committee and members of the HOA board to attend to hear the information about the system that could be applied to our front gate. There was no action taken, it was an informational meeting and we plan to hear from another security system company in a future meeting.

Old Business: None.

Calendar:

May newsletter, David Fogt, please submit by April 9, 2025.

New Business: None

Open Forum: Lisa Woods, 649 Los Altos; expressed appreciation for Steve’s contribution playing at the benefit for Sean O’Neal. Over $13,000 was raised.

Next Agenda meeting: Monday, April 21, 2025. 1:00 p.m. in the Rec Hall.

Next Board meeting: Monday, April 28, 2025. 1:00 p.m. in the Rec Hall.

Respectively submitted,

Rob McMillion, Board Secretary