New Dog Stations

The park and other common spaces in Devon-Aire Villas #1 is for the enjoyment of all the residents in the community. There are many community residents, including children and some residents from Devon-Aire Estates, which use the park on a daily basis.  Over the years, many have complained about dog owners walking their dogs in the park that don't pick up after their dog's droppings.  Not only has this been a public nuisance and unhealthy for those using the park, but it is also unlawful under Miami Dade County Ordinance Chapter 5 Section 20(c) and carries a $50 fine for any one caught doing so.  It is also not allowed under our Rules & Regulations.  We understand that it may not always be convenient for those who walk their dogs to pick up after them so over the last month we have installed three Dog Waste Stations. 

Two stations are on the West side in the park and one on the East side on Circle East.  The stations which were chosen are designed so that there is no or little offending odors emanating from them and include bag dispenser so owners don't even have to carry a bag with them.  Since their installation this last month, residents have been using the stations and the messes that were being left behind have begun to disappear.  For those owners doing their part, we want to thank you.  If you observe any resident which is not picking after their dog, please let us know so we can speak to them.

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2014 Landscaping Project

The Landscaping project has come to a close for this year.  Much of the tree pruning which has been neglected for several years was completed in March on both the East & West sides of the property.  In April new trees where planted on the West which were lost over time due to the many storms we have had and never replaced.  The trees chosen for the park are those which have bright blooms and have a high tolerance for drought and sun.  Although the trees are young now, as they grow and fill in, they will add to the character of the park.  

A lot of work was also put into tree pruning on the East side in this years project with a lot of effort placed in the many neglect trees and palms on that side of the property. 

Next year we plan to focus even more of our attention to the East side of the property which has been neglected through the years.  We will be discussing some of those plans with our landscaper at this months Board meeting.  Our intention is to eventually create an atmosphere to rival that of the West side.  If you have an interest in what the future of the East side may hold, we ask that you attend this months Board meeting.

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Miami Herald: Statewide Crime is Down

Our Crime Watch coordinator asked that we forward this on to those participating in our Crime Watch Program.  Although the overall crime rate for Miami Dade County went down by 4.1%, which includes burglaries & car thefts, robberies did go up a little.  This is still very good overall and these numbers can continue to go down if we stay alert.  As always, be aware of your surroundings and please report any suspicious activity to Police as soon as you observe it.


From: Alina LOPEZ <ALINA@citizenscrimewatch.org>
Date: Fri, Apr 25, 2014 at 12:36 PM
Subject: FW: Please share with your crime watchers...thank you!

Congratulations to all Crime Watchers for your efforts, you do make a difference. This is what happens when you work closely with your law enforcement partners! Thank you ALL…Click Here to read Miami Herald article.

Alina Lopez
Coordinator
Crime Prevention Practitioner
Citizens'/Youth Crime Watch of Miami-Dade County
1515 NW 79th Avenue
Doral, Florida 33126
305-468-1304 office

305-470-1676 fax

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May 6th Board Meeting: Violation Policy & Procedure

At Devon-Aire Villas # 1, most owners maintain their homes and its surroundings relatively well by making sure that their homes are painted every few years, roofs are maintained, lawns mowed, trashcans are never left out after trash day, etc...  There are some homes however were owners may need some work done or some other reminder and usually a letter from our Property Manager is all that is needed to correct a problem.  There are some cases however where a homeowner simply ignore these letters.  Over the years, the cost of sending letter after letter along with legal demands requesting compliance have been costly and time consuming.  These costs are eventually passed on to all homeowners through their annual assessment.  In an effort to cut down on those costs, the Board of Directors will review a new Violation Policy & Procedure in an effort to streamline the process as well as cut costs by limiting the amount of letters sent out before legal remedies are pursued.  This new policy will make use of Florida Statute 720.305(2) which allows for the imposition of fines.  On April 14th a draft copy of this new policy & procedure was mailed out to all homeowners for review.  The Board of Directors will vote on adoption in the May 6th meeting and ask homeowners who may have comments or concerns to attend.  If you can not attend, please submit your comments or concerns by emailing us using the Contact Us page on our website.

The Board of Directors understands that violation notices are never a welcome sight for homeowners and will actively work with homeowners who contact us asking for help in addressing their issue.  We ask that if any homeowner receiving a notice has an issue with any letter they receive, please do not ignore the correspondence and instead Contact Us by email or by phone.  By addressing a notice early will ensure that there are no unnecessary escalations or misunderstandings.

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