Curbside Christmas Tree Collection 2020

We have received a notice from the Department of Solid Waste Management (DSWM) that they will have crews out to pick up any discarded christmas trees in mid January 2020.  If you are unable to take your tree to the nearest recycling center located at 8000 SW 117th CT, you have the option to leave you tree curbside, but only on our designated pick up week.  Collection will occur by zones, in which we have been designated as zone 2, and therefore pickup for this area is scheduled to begin the morning of January 13th and end on the evening of January 18th. More info can be found by Clicking Here. Recycled trees will be chipped and given away as mulch for those interested. Any trees placed curbside before the morning of January 12th or left out after the evening of January 18th will receive warnings followed by removal by the Association with the cost of removal billed back to the member so please be mindful of the pickup dates to avoid any charges. Those that do not wish to take their tree to the dump to recycle or wait until the 18th for curbside pickup have the option of chopping up the tree and placing it in their green container for pickup.

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The Close of 2019 at Devon-Aire Villas #1

With 2019 coming to an end, we would like to share with our members a few of this years accomplishments. Every year the Board of Directors sets an agenda to improve the community by performing routine repairs, property maintenance, new works, etc.. as well as increasing community involvement and awareness by inviting members to participate in community and local events. These are a few of those accomplishments:

• For the third straight year, all member accounts are current.
• We successfully revitalized our community's governing documents. The process of revitalization was a huge undertaking which involved many members of the community with many months of planning and a lot of foot work. Without their efforts, we we would not have seen a successful revitalization.
• The vacant seat on the Board was recently filled by Rafael Casero. We wish to thank him for accepting the seat.
• We continue to host community Crime Watch meetings every 4 months to bring greater awareness about crime in the area.
• Members of the Board continue to attend regular CAC meetings at the MDPD Kendall station where they forward any members concerns at those meetings.
• Members of the Board & community members attended numerous MDPD sponsored events such as Coffee with Cops, Cookies with Rookies, etc.. to bridge the gap between police and association. 
• Areas which have lighting installed had their old sign poles removed and their attached signage moved to the adjacent light pole.
• Entrances were cleaned up and remulched in time for the holidays.
• Members have raised concerns at numerous Board meetings regarding traffic issues on 122nd Ave and their inability to safely exit the East & West side of the community.  Although Members of the Board took those concerns to Commissioner Cava's office which then requested a traffic study in late 2017. After the study was completed in late 2018 in was determined that the county would install a light at the corner of 106th St and 122nd Ave.  Although we were unable to get a traffic light installed at 110/111 St exits for the East & West side, it is hoped that a light on 106 will help with the traffic is some small way.

One of the projects we had attempted to schedule for this year was delayed due to county permitting issues.  We originally planned on starting the project in early November however unlike previous years, this year the county brought up a 2012 ordinance which requires a guardrail be installed in any parking area facing a body of water. It just so happens one of our parking areas on Park West faces a canal and therefore the county will not issue a permit unless a guardrail installation is part of the sealcoating work. That of course raises the price of the project.  The Board has been working with our contractor to address the issue while at the same time keeping the cost for that installation within our budget.  We hope to get the project on its way by early or late February 2020.  We will send out more information as soon as we are confident of a date.

Although we didn't have enough residents this year to establish a quorum in order to conduct business for the 2019 annual meeting, the Board would like to take this opportunity to thank all residents who were able to attend and stayed for the December Board Meeting.  Your attendance helps us immensely during the year and helps us chart future improvements & direction in the community.

The Board of Directors wishes our members & residents and their families a Happy New Year. We look forward to seeing you at our January 7th, 2020 Board meeting.

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Villa of the Quarter: December 2019

The Board of Directors recognizes members who go above and beyond in the upkeep of their villa within our community. These members are examples of the potential each home has when it is well maintained and also helps keep property values high which benefits everyone in the community. Their efforts really make our community a very desirable place to live.

The home chosen for the 4th Quarter of 2019 belongs to Heriberto Rosa Lines & Elizabeth Gomez Morejon who live on 122nd Ave. Having purchased their home a couple of years ago, Heriberto & Elizabeth have completely transformed their home. Within two short years, they transformed a very neglected home to one which looks vibrant and very appealing. Heriberto & Elizabeth have struck the right balance between exterior home improvements and landscaping which really makes it stand out from those around it.  On December 1st, 2019 the Board President & Vice President presented the Devon-Aire Villas #1: Villa of The Quarter award in recognition of outstanding landscaping and villa upkeep as well as a $50 Cheesecake Factory gift card. The Board of Directors wishes to thank you for all the hard work you have put into your villa. We are proud to have you in the community.

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