For October Fun and Halloween information please go to the Events Page on our website!
https://eastmancreeklanding.com/events
Board Meeting Update – August 21
At our most recent Board meeting, we discussed:
- The ongoing work needs of the community
- The budget moving forward
- The status of major projects, including the road and dock projects.
- Dock Committee Chairman Michael Kaiser shared the latest updates on the dock (more information below about docks)
- The Board also discussed the creation of a Recreation Committee to help with pool maintenance, playground planning, and other enjoyable community activities.
We sent an email following the meeting asking for volunteers to participate in the Recreation Committee.
So far, we have not received any responses, but we would still love to hear from anyone interested in joining this needed committee.
Next Board Meeting: Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 1:30PM at the ECL Clubhouse.
Looking ahead, our Annual Meeting will be held in December.
If you’re interested in running for the Board, now is the perfect time to start thinking about it! We’d love to hear from you and help you learn more about what’s involved. The current Board is happy to assist with information, answer questions, and even help distribute campaign-style materials for anyone interested and eligible to become a Board member.
Present Committee and Volunteer NEEDS
As mentioned previously, we are seeking volunteers for a
Recreation Committee
&
Covenants Committee.
We are always in need of volunteers to help complete small tasks around the community. If you are interested in joining a committee or simply lending a hand, please reach out. It would be great if we could organize a few volunteers for some fall cleanup and painting projects to keep the neighborhood looking its best.
Please follow this link to learn more about volunteering and signing up.
https://eastmancreeklanding.com/hoaboardcommittees
Drainage and Ditch Project
The Board met with Arendall Engineers to discuss progress on the drainage and ditch project. The survey has been completed, and we have received one quote for the work. We have asked the engineers to attempt to obtain at least one more quote before moving on to the next step.
Road Funds Update
The Board agreed to temporarily pause moving the “road money” back to a separate account until we could review current interest rate information. Once that information was received, the Board held a brief follow-up meeting and unanimously voted to move the funds back into their own designated account. The money will remain properly earmarked for road-related expenses only.
Dock Project
Michael Kaiser has stepped up to lead the Dock Committee in Ben’s absence, and Ben will continue to stay updated on the project he worked tirelessly on. We are waiting on an official start date and will update the community as soon as that information is confirmed.
At this time, we are currently expecting work to begin in the first two weeks of November. The current plan for storing materials during construction is to keep them in the cul-de-sac areas of Shipmast in a manner that will not block any driveways. Once construction begins, the dock project is expected to take approximately four to five weeks to complete.
Friendly Reminder: Dock assessments are due by November 1, 2025.
Pool and Landscaping Updates
The pool filters are leaking a small amount of sand into the water. Our pool company confirmed that it was safe and would not result in damage to wait until after the pool season to replace the necessary parts.
The board opted to wait instead of closing the pool for maintenance.
The POOL is now closed as of October 1, 2025
Thank you to the volunteers who helped to carry and stack the pool furniture into storage before the wind blew it away!
Repairs, Maintenance, and Safety Updates
Dock Repairs: In August, one of the dock’s major supporting components was replaced, andanother was repaired. Both repairs were completed at no cost to the community.
Pool Retaining Wall: A section of the pool’s retaining wall was repaired. This issue was originally evaluated in early spring by our pool company and was expected to be a significant required expense. However, the repair was completed at no cost to the community.
Fire Extinguishers: All fire extinguishers were inspected this month, and minor repairs were completed as part of our annual fire inspection to ensure everything remains up to code and in working order.
Painting Projects: Some of the planned painting around the community has begun, thanks to our dedicated volunteers. Painting will continue as the weather cools and becomes more manageable.
Thank you to ALL the VOLUNTEERS who helped with repairs & maintenance!!!!
WE HEAR YOU!
We heard your concerns about overgrown empty lots. Landscaping crews attempted to address overgrown areas that had been reported as safety concerns. They attempted to cut vegetation back to the property lines along roadways; unfortunately, this work was stopped by people approaching them and telling them to leave. We are still working on addressing these concerns with the property owners.
Trash Cans: Please bring trash cans back from the curb after pickup and store them out of street view by the evening of collection day. We have received several complaints about this issue. The complaints did not list specific homeowners but were general concerns from residents who requested that we remind the community to do this.
Community Matters and Appreciation
We recognize and apologize for the lack of community events this year. Unfortunately, we have had a multitude of urgent matters requiring attention, including pool fob issues, board member replacements, wasp control, ongoing dock repairs to keep it safe until replacement, special meetings, and follow-up business outlined in prior newsletters and emails. Additionally, we have had to address ongoing neighborhood conflicts, complaints, and legal matters, which have limited our ability to focus on social activities. Despite these challenges, we want to extend a sincere thank you to all community members who have stepped up, volunteered, and helped us keep things running smoothly.
General Information
Please be aware of the following updates for those who may have missed prior communication.
The Board has moved completely to the use of Easy HOA. All community business is now managed through this platform, including forms, requests, emails, complaints, and newsletters.
You must be logged into your account to properly submit a form or request. If you have not yet signed into your account and need assistance, please reach out for help. All payment methods remain the same and continue to be handled through Chalk and Gibbs.
We chose not to use Easy HOA’s financial system, as Chalk and Gibbs continue to be an invaluable resource for our community.
As with any new and technologically related, there have been a few challenges with the transition. However, Easy HOA’s support team has been quick to correct any issues. If you ever submit a request and do not receive a confirmation notification, please contact us immediately.
We make it a priority to respond to all communications promptly.
Please note that we no longer regularly check Gmail accounts. All communication should now be directed through the Easy HOA platform, official email, or community phone number. You may leave a voicemail or send a text, we check this account regularly for notifications. If there is ever a community emergency, please continue to contact one of the Board membersdirectly.
Violations and Complaints
All notices of violations and violation reports are complaint-driven since we do not have a violations committee. Please know that if we reach out to you about a problem or concern, it is because it was brought to our attention, with the exception of late payment notices. We are always happy to help resolve problems when we can. If you need assistance with something or have an issue you would like to discuss, please reach out. We are here to help whenever possible.
Lastly, please remember that the Board does not monitor or have any official affiliation with the community Facebook page. If you need assistance, have a question, or need to report a concern, please reach out through the official methods listed above.
The BOD has some special ideas in the works for the end of the year! More to come...
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