Update: Mail Box Tampering at Devon-Aire #1 West 1/19/2014

Back in our January board meeting, a resident from the East side reported that they had observed an unknown person going through mail boxes on their street.  The resident did not call police and was unable to see a car tag for the individual.

This evening I received a phone call from one of our Crime Watch volunteers.  Her neighbor reported to her that she also observed an unknown person going through street mail boxes this morning on the West side near SW 110th LN.  She was able to get a tag & description of the car as well as description of the person going through the mailboxes.  She also called police and obtained a police report.  The person is described as a white heavy set male wearing a baseball cap low over their face.  The car was described as a silver Toyota with dark tinted windows.

We can't stress enough how important it is to call the police whenever residents observe illegal activity such as this and then report it to their local Crime Watch volunteer so they can report it to us.  We want to thank the homeowner who called police, and later us, for being vigilant.  That is what Crime Watch is all about.

UPDATE: We received a call from the resident that reported the incident and they stated that they observed the vehicle parked in one of the townhouse's driveway last night.  When they talked to the owner of that home, they stated that the individual was staying with them temporarily.  They stated that the reason he looked through some of the mail boxes is because he got the addresses mixed up and was supposed to pick up a cell phone that was left within a mailbox.  Resident called police to amend the police report and they will follow up with the incident.

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2014 Annual Dues

This is just a reminder that annual dues for 2014 should be mailed in no later than January 31st, 2014.  If you encounter a situation where you will be unable to meet this deadline, please do not ignore your obligation.  Contact us to let us know of your situation so we can work with you.

With the New Year comes new things for our community.  We are pleased to announce that we will be rolling out an online payment system for those homeowners who wish to pay online via credit card.  More information regarding this option will be available soon.

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The Close of 2013 at Devon-Aire Villas #1

It's hard to believe, but the year has come and gone and so much has been accomplished. With the 2013 new year, a new board was elected at the 2012 Annual meeting.  We set an agenda to improve the community and increase community involvement and awareness. These are a few of those accomplishments:

• Our Landscaping and Tree Trimming efforts were increased this year.
• Sidewalks in the park area were repaired.
• Speed bumps on both the East and West sides were added.
• We helped the community set up a Citizens Crime Watch.
• All Board members as well as our Property Manager, Scott Galya, actively participated in the effort to quash the proposed Killian Parkway/Turnpike ramp which would have been detrimental to our community.
• Board representatives have been attending MDPD CAC meetings.
• Devon-Aire Villas HOA # 1 is now a member of the Kendall Federation of Homeowner Associations.
• Due to increased crime in the community, our Board President, Jeff Kaslofsky, attended and graduated from the MDPD Citizens Police Academy to get a better understanding of Police procedures as well as challenges they face.
• After much research & deliberations, we have pulled permits for our first ever lighting project with installation occurring in the first quarter of 2014.
• The painted graffiti on the Turnpike wall which has been a blight on the community for the last year has caused the Board to take action which hopefully resolves the issue.  We did so by taking measures to deter the practice by taking away access, informing surrounding homes and involving police.
• This year we were able to send out two newsletters to residents.
• A new Welcome letter was created to distribute to new homeowners.  Our Rules & Regulations were spruced up and our Governing Documents were as well.
• We have had representation from Commissioner Lynda Bell's office at some of our Board meetings to hear community concerns.  They have gone above an beyond in addressing our residents concerns.
• We have helped honor two Miami Dade County employees with certificates of appreciation from Commissioner Lynda Bell.
• Last, but not least, we have created and maintain a web presence here at http://devonairehoa1.blogspot.com so that residents can stay up to date on community happenings and obtain useful information such as our governing documents, rules and regulations, meeting minutes, architectural information, community history, etc...

Although we didn't have enough residents this year to establish a quorum for the 2013 annual meeting, the Board would like to take this opportunity to thank all residents who take the time to attend & participate in our monthly Board meetings.  Your input has helped us immensely during the year and we appreciate your involvement.  With all that said, the Board of Directors wish you and your families a Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year. We look forward to seeing you in our January 14th, 2014 Board meeting.

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Certificate of Appreciation: Carlos Amézaga

Vice President Carlos Amézaga received a framed certificate of appreciation from Commissioner Lynda Bell at our December 2013 board meeting. This certificate was awarded to Mr. Amézaga based on the following -- A strong commitment to day to day operations, involvement in setting up our community's first Crime Watch, involvement in the landscaping master plan and setting up Devon Aire Villas #1 Web Site which includes community news as well as other great information for homeowners.

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