OSOYOOS COTTAGES
Notifications
2020
December 9, 2020
Stand for Election Notice
Stelkia Homeowners Corporation
The election of the Board of Directors is an important aspect of the Annual General Meeting and it is important that all shareholders are aware in advance of who may be wanting to stand for election as a Director. The only way for all shareholders to make an informed decision on who will be a Director, is if all the Stand For Election Forms are submitted in advance so they can be included in the AGM Package.
With the AGM being postponed to January 16, 2021 we are sending out this reminder for any shareholder that wants to submit a Stand For Election Form to do so by December 21, 2020 so we can include the information in the new AGM Package that will be emailed out.
This year the Stand For Election Form is in a fillable PDF format. This form can be filled out and emailed to lanak@pacificquorum.com and/or directors@osoyooscottages.com by the due date at the bottom of the form.
If you feel you need to add more information than the form allows feel free to email that information.
If you have any questions in regards to the Stand For Election Form please contact either the Property Manager, Svitlana Kharsika, lanak@pacificquorum.com and/or the Board at directors@osoyooscottages.com
Board of Directors
Stelkia Homeowners Corporation
the Cottages on Osoyoos Lake
(Includes Fillable Nomination Form)
December 9, 2020
Water Treatment Plant – Iron Removal
Stelkia Homeowners Corporation
Some testing is currently being done on the Water Treatment Plant to improve the iron removal process. During this testing phase some residents may experience weak tea coloured water, this is caused by the iron that they are trying to remove. The water is still potable and safe to drink it is just not aesthetically pleasing.
If you have any concerns with your water please contact the Board of Directors at directors@osoyooscottages.com and/or the Operations Manager at gregc@vanmarengroup.com
Board of Directors
Stelkia Homeowners Corporation
the Cottages on Osoyoos Lake
November 20, 2020
AGM Postponement
Stelkia Homeowners Corporation
This notice is to advise the Shareholders of Stelkia Homeowners Corporation (SHC) that we have spoken to legal counsel in regards to procedural changes of our Annual General Meeting (AGM) that was scheduled to occur on Saturday Nov.21, 2020. The legal counsel has advised the SHC Board of Directors to postpone the AGM until January 16, 2021.
We will therefore be sending out a revised AGM package at a later date with updated information. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Board of Directors
Stelkia Homeowners Corporation
the Cottages on Osoyoos Lake
November 17, 2020
Hose Bib Reminder
This notice is your annual friendly reminder to remove your hose connection from the outside hose bib to avoid freezing. Though these hose bibs are anti-freeze leaving a hose attached will leave you at risk of your pipes freezing and possibly bursting.
November 16, 2020
Hot Tub & Gym Survey Results
Thank you to everyone that took the time to complete the survey for the Hot Tub and Gym.
We will use this information in finalizing a plan for the use of these facilities.
October 22, 2020
Recycling Shed - OPEN
The Social Committee would like to announce the re-opening of the Recycling Shed beginning…
Tuesday October 6 from 10am – 12 noon.
October 22, 2020
Boil Water Advisory - LIFTED
We are pleased to announce that the Boil Water Advisory that was issued yesterday as a safety precaution has been lifted.
All the lines have been flushed and the chlorine residual verified. The water is safe to consume.
October 21, 2020
Boil Water Notice
Due to an error with there landscape company blowing out the irrigation lines, some air has been forced into the water system which has caused some turbidity. As a safety precaution we are requesting that you boil water for the next 24 hours.
April 9, 2020
Further Closures For April & Reminders
Stelkia Homeowners Corporation
Further Closures for April 2020 and reminders
With the warm weather now arriving and people looking at outdoor activities, the SHC Board has made a decision to make some further closures.
The Fire Pits on the beach will be closed until further notice. Open fires have been banned in the area and though the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen has not yet officially banned campfires, the Regional District of Central Okanagan has. We feel that it is in the best interest of everyone if the fire pits are closed to help with the air quality during this respiratory illness and to discourage people from gathering in groups on the beach in the evenings with the warm weather.
The designated Fishing Area on the marina will also be closed until further notice as the SHC is unable to ensure the recommended social distancing nor perpetual sanitation of the area. We also feel it is a high risk area similar to the playgrounds.
The marina will remain open at this time and we would like to remind everyone to bring their own precautions for sanitizing the keypad and handles as we can not ensure it is germ and/or virus free. Therefore, it is a use at your own risk area. These are the same precautions everyone should be taking when using the garbage/recycling, mailboxes and the main gate keypad or any other areas that may have direct contact.
To the best of our knowledge the main boat launch for Osoyoos Lake is closed at this time and only the side ramp is open, which is a shallow area with a sand bar. If you are considering launching your boat you may want to review this launch area prior to taking your boat out of storage.
Stay safe and be kind,
Board of Directors
Stelkia Homeowners Corporation
April 6, 2020
Visitors
STELKIA HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
The SHC Board has received a few emails enquiring about what plan we have to regulate visitors to the community. We do understand the concerns with short term rentals, nd people having family visit at this time.
While the Board does not have the authority to restrict rentals beyond our existing bylaws, we will continue to implement measures to dissuade any opportunity for social gatherings. We will implement further measures, if and when necessary, and that are permissible by our own bylaws and/or municipal, provincial, or federal law. It is incumbent on all individuals to maintain their own safety by ensuring proper social distancing and hygiene.
We have requested in previous notices that everyone follow the health authority guidelines, which includes staying home and only going out when necessary. We expect everyone to act accordingly.
We have closed everything on site except the beach and the marina and we will keep those open as long as people do not gather in groups in these areas. If we feel that people are not keeping social distancing while using these areas we will be forced to close them as well. Please advise your houseguests and tenants accordingly.
We do have a large number of at risk homeowner’s in our community and so that heightens the concern for many and we all need to understand these fears and concerns that many of the homeowner’s have. Please keep that in mind when you are considering inviting people into the community whether that is family or other guests.
Stay Safe,
Board of Directors
Stelkia Homeowner’s Corporation
April 1, 2020
Construction Zone
STELKIA HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
As you are aware, part of our community is an active construction zone and, just as with all construction sites, there are dangers at all times, and now we have the added danger of COVID-19. The Construction Site Manager has asked us to remind the community to refrain from walking through the construction areas at all times and especially now with the concerns over Covid19. This adds another risk to the workers on site and like all of us they would like to lessen the risk as well.
At anytime, it is a dangerous practice to wander through these sites and there is no reason for anyone other than construction staff to be in these areas. Curiosity is not a reason to be there. The only homeowners that should be entering these areas are those that are purchasing the lot under construction and they are there with staff to inspect something. Everyone else please refrain from entering, both for your safety and for the safety of the construction staff.
Thank you for your co-operation with this matter.
Stay Safe,
Board of Directors
Stelkia Homeowner’s Corporation
March 24, 2020
Marina Open
STELKIA HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
With the weather warming, people are starting to think about boating. The Marina is open and though we do sanitize the gate handle and keypad we can not guarantee it is germ or virus free and therefore please use at your own risk.
We will not block the gate open as the gate is there for both safety and security reasons and we can not risk having a child gain free access to the marina in order to avoid the use of the gate. It seems too great a risk to take for the convenience. We therefore suggest that anyone that wants access to the marina use disposable gloves and/or their own sanitizing wipes or cleaners when using the gate and keypad in order to prevent any possible transmission.
We ask that everyone please still observe the social distancing and not go out on the marina or on boats in large groups and/or with people other than with those that live in your household. Should we feel that people are not adhering to the social distancing and that there is a threat to the community and/or the authorities change the protocols we would then close the marina. We hope we do not have to reach the point of having to make that decision.
Stay Safe,
Board of Directors,
Stelkia Homeowner’s Corporation
March 24, 2020
Sewer System
STELKIA HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
Our Sewer System – Reminder
As most of you are aware, we are not on a city sewer system, we operate our own wastewater treatment plant. We would like to remind everyone that the only thing that should be flushed down your toilet is human waste and toilet paper. Nothing else! We understand there is a concern right now with germs and possible transmission of Covid19, however, please refrain from flushing, paper towels, wipes of any kind, rags, food scraps, hair, floss, etc., the list goes on.
By flushing anything other than human waste and toilet paper you risk causing a blockage in the sewer lines in your own home and could potentially cause a flood of raw sewage into your home. Certainly not what any of us want to deal with right now or at anytime for that matter.
There has been a 50% wastewater flow increase over the past 2 weeks, part of that may be due to returning homeowners that have been traveling but a large percentage is due to people flushing other items. The solids that are being screened out of the wastewater treatment plant are high.
Please immediately refrain from flushing anything other than human waste and toilet paper.
If you have any questions on this or other matters please contact:
Board Of Directors
Stelkia Homeowner’s Corporation