Aloha
Welcome to the June 2022 edition of the Makaha Valley Plantation newsletter! The aim of this newsletter is to bring you the latest MVP news, project updates, and help build community here on the westside.
Required Owner Insurance
No-one likes bad news and there is no worse news than your home, or someone else’s, being damaged and finding out that it is not properly covered by insurance! To help ensure that everyone is covered the Board of Directors has decided to put forward a motion to make H06 Insurance mandatory for all owners – this will ensure that whatever happens to you, or your neighbor’s home, everyone will be properly covered.
You will soon be receiving a proposed resolution and explainer letter titled “Resolution to Require Owner Insurance”. This is in the best interest of all owners so we hope the resolution is successful, and if you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to get in touch with Chester or the board of directors.
Special Achievements Award
The Board of Directors takes great pleasure in awarding a SPECIAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARD, to Assistant Chief Naomi Tagaloa, Ms Tagaloa recently answered a call for assistance from a resident of MVP. When she arrived, she saw that the resident was not breathing and she immediately moved the resident to the floor and proceeded to apply CPR. She was trained in AED, CPR, and First Aid. She was in contact with EMS, who assisted her over the phone until the ambulance arrived and took over. The resident did pass away but we are proud of the effort that Ms. Tagaloa attempted. Ms. Tagaloa is well respected among her peers and a great asset to our Ohana here at MVP. Thank you, Assistant Chief Naomi Tagaloa, for the fine example you set for our employees and the assistance you provide to our residents here at MVP!
A Note On Renovations and Remodels
Are you planning to renovate or remodel? You can repaint, change window coverings and screens, or do any simple repairs. However, for any major construction or renovation like changing cabinets, countertops, flooring, appliances, toilets, front doors, electrical or plumbing work you will need to submit the Construction / Renovation / Repairs of Apartments Form to the front office. You can find this form on our website: https://makahavalleyplantation.org/forms
In addition, there is a Water Shutdown Form and an AC Installation Form. However, at this time mini-split air conditioners are not allowed until our electricity electrical system is upgraded through the Solar PV Installation Project scheduled for 2023.
Did you know that you might need to obtain a building permit? The City & County of Honolulu Department of Planning and Permitting (DPP) requires a building permit for any major electrical, plumbing or structural changes. You will also need a licensed contractor who should be able to obtain your building permit. Once you obtain a permit from the DPP you will need to show a copy of the building permit to the Makaha Valley Plantation office. The DPP website is: www.honoluludpp.org
For further information, please refer to the Makaha Valley Plantation House Rules Dated October 2010, Section G. Building and Landscape Modifications, Pages 14 – 15 which contain the following:
G. 1. No structural changes of any type shall be permitted either within or without an apartment without prior written approval of the Board of Directors.
G. 3. To install apartment entry screen doors, approval must be obtained at the Management Office prior to installation.
G. 7. Board approval must be obtained prior to installation, in any unit, of ceramic tile or wood flooring. Documentation of notice to neighboring units must be included with request.
Hopefully this is all helpful information for all your renovation questions. Happy remodeling!
New Vending Machine Prices
I’m sorry to say that Coca Cola has increased the prices of all of their drinks at the front office vending machines. Sodas, Powerade and Water are now $2.25. Vitamin waters are $2.50. Monsters and Reign are $3.25.
Parking Reminders
Our security team would like to remind owners and tenants of our parking rules, specifically that occupants should not use any parking spaces other than the space or spaces assigned to them. Private arrangements can be made to use a neighbors parking space but this should be pre-arranged and clearly stated in writing, signed by the owner, and filed with management. The limitations of our parking are a challenging issue, and the Board is investigating solutions to enable an increase in the number of parking spaces, but in the meantime we should all endeavor to be respectful and courteous.
You can read all of the parking rules in section 11 of the house rules, available at https://makahavalleyplantation.org/forms/
Solar FAQ
The Solar PV project continues to move along, with Hawaii Unified completing their engineering assessment and beginning the design process. If you have any questions about the project, please check out our FAQ at https://makahavalleyplantation.org/solar_faq/ or reach out to our property manager or the board of directors, directly.
Overdue Owner Accounts
It is every homeowner’s responsibility to pay their association fees promptly, as well as citations and other expenses. An overdue account can result in overdue charges and, if left unattended, the costs can rack up! It’s not good for the owner, nor the association. The Board is giving owners 6 months to set up a login with Touchstone and determine if your account is accurate and up to date – otherwise you may find unexpected or unpleasant costs appearing.
To check your account, you’ll need to create a login with Touchstone.
- Visit https://www.touchstoneproperties-hawaii.com
- Click View your account or payment history – this will open the SKYLINE dashboard.
- You’ll need to enter a username and password and if this is your first time here, you’ll need to call Touchstone on 808-566-4100
- Tell the operator you are signing up for a SKYLINE Dashboard Account and you will be transferred to accounting, and can then request a username and password.
- Once you receive your unique username and password, write it down for future reference, and proceed with your login!
- You can then review your account history and make payments as needed.
Mahalo,
MVP Board of Directors