News Category: Buildings & Grounds

As you have probably noticed it has been a busy summer around OLCA and we ain’t done yet. This article is to update you on some actions on issues that the BOD feels will be of interest to all unit owners.

Topics include:

• Driveway Replacement/Seal Coating
• Building Maintenance: Painting, Concrete, Insulation, Wood Replacement
• OLCA Contacts
• Owner Q&A Sessions
• 2022 Budget Decisions

Topics Include:

• Buildings & Grounds Budgeting for 2021
• Owner Requests
• Help Us Out!

For many of us, we chose to live in a condominium to avoid having to make costly repairs/replacements to things like roofs and driveways, but we still have responsibility to maintain and/or replace certain things around our condominium. Some of those replacements can be expensive and it may be cost AND quality effective to obtain more than one estimate for some of the more high-ticket items.

The condominiums here at Overlook Lakes do not have basements and as a result, hot water heaters are in “closets” within the living area. Most of the time, we don’t really give them much thought, but because each unit is in the living space, there is a need to be taking precautions to minimize the risk of water heater failure. Such a failure can be very damaging to not only your own living area but also to the living areas of your neighbors in the adjoining units and to the common areas of the building.

Once again, the geese are using the area in and around the quarry as a “rest stop” while on their migration back to the warmer temperatures awaiting them south of Wisconsin. And once again, they are making a mess in and around the quarry and our development. Residents closest to the quarry are impacted more than others in our development, but we have likely all driven or walked over, in and/or around “goose poop”.

7-28-20 Update

It is now the end of July and there are a number of questions on the minds of owners with regards to our landscaping. As everyone knows, we have a new landscape contractor, Villani Landshapers. There has been some challenges this first season, but please be patient, we are confident we will successfully work through these challenges. Next week there is a meeting scheduled to address our issues and concerns. Below you will find answers to the most common questions we have received. Should you have additional questions, please do not hesitate to email Linda Meyer directly.

Some of our Crab Apple trees look like they’re dying. Is there something wrong?

Fortunately, there is nothing wrong with the trees. For reasons unknown, the Crab Apples were not sprayed this spring. This resulted in yellowing and eventual abscission of the leaves. This does not mean the trees are dying; it simply means they won’t be visually pleasing this year. We will ensure they get sprayed next spring so they will be beautiful throughout the summer.

A number of trees were removed last year leaving quite a few “bare” spots in the complex. What’s happening in those areas?

Villani is in the process of reviewing each area and working on proposals for replacements. Once received, the B&G Committee as well as the Board of Directors will review and schedule an implementation plan for each area.

I saw Villani come through and trim bushes and shrubs in June, but some bushes and shrubs weren’t trimmed. Are they coming back?

Yes! On July 30-31st, Villani will be making the second round of bush and shrub trimming. If your bushes or shrubs are not trimmed to your satisfaction, please inform Linda.

Read other Landscape Updates at the link below.

From April to June the OLCA Buildings and Grounds volunteers have completed a variety of tasks in our neighborhood. While on duty, our volunteers have been fortunate to meet new neighbors. Neighbors have expressed appreciation for the work and also agreed to do their own watering, saving time and potential losses.

We would like to thank volunteers: Sally, Russ, Linda, Dave, Cathy, Alex, Randy for a total of over 50 donated hours, saving the OLCA over $5000!

Over the past few years development of outdoor security devices make it feasible for the average homeowner to own one; and their popularity has grown substantially. The Board of Directors approved Rule 107  to clarify the Association By-Laws – Maintenance, Alteration and Improvement of Condominium. This rule will help you to follow the necessary process to get approval for installation of a security device.

Rule 107 has been posted in the “Rules Of The Association” area of the Owner’s Section for you to download.

Update 8-28-17: Building 44-B2 is tentatively scheduled for repair on Wednesday August 30th.

Update 8-23-17: Roofing Repair Has Started. Read the full article for detailed information.

A property map of Overlook Lake Condominium Association is now available for viewing and downloading.

The map shows all 28 OLCA buildings by number and the building designation type, A, B, or C. Owners will need to know their building number for the annual meeting and for OLCA request forms. In addition, building designation types carry different monthly fees.

  Download Property Map