Comments for SACA: Scenic Acres Community Association

Comment on Commonly Asked Questions by leaf

leaf — Fri, 18 May 2012 18:45:38 +0000

Good questions as this is a common concern.

Once the levy is in place the only increase during the 5 year period permitted is a rate of inflation adjustment. It is not tied to the mill rate. After the initial 5 year term, a vote at the SACA AGM requires a majority of those in attendance to vote to renew the program for another 5 year term.

While we can’t predict future costs, we can rely on the experience of other communities. Hawkwood is now in the middle of a second 5 year term for their LEAF project. During this time they have raised their rate twice by the inflation rate set by the city. We think the $60 annual fee will be sufficient to produce visible results and maintain these.

A committee of volunteers reporting to the SACA board will manage selection of the contractor used to complete the work, develop a multi-year maintenance plan and monitor performance. Input from the community will be sought and used to guide decisions regarding frequency of maintenance, addition of feature such as planters/beds and priorities.

Comment on Commonly Asked Questions by thomas f moslow

thomas f moslow — Fri, 18 May 2012 03:02:31 +0000

Question: Once the petition is approved for an initial 5 year term, are annual increases in the levy assigned to each residence automatically approved by a simple majority who attend the AGM without further consultation? What is the approval process for increases in the annual levy? Like condo fees and city taxes, this levy will only go one way.

Comment on Project Updates by Jamie Mackin

Jamie Mackin — Thu, 17 May 2012 21:18:38 +0000

I think Project LEAF is a great idea and long overdue in Scenic Acres. There are a lot of green areas that need more attention than the City is able to provide, and I, for one, am pleased to volunteer as a Canvasser to get out and spread the word to other folks in Scenic Acres about how Project LEAF can make a positive difference to our community. Pride of ownership all the way Thanks, Jamie Mackin

Comment on Project Updates by leaf

leaf — Wed, 09 May 2012 15:08:14 +0000

Thanks Marilyn. It’s something we have discussed. We need to figure out the logistics as the community centre is booked by outside parties many evenings and weekends. We’ll get back in touch with you once we determine how/when we can offer this option.

We very much appreciate your help on this project.

Regards,
Volker Mendritzki
LEAF committee member

Comment on Commonly Asked Questions by Kim Jessen

Kim Jessen — Fri, 04 May 2012 13:43:52 +0000

I’m not opposed to LEAF but am concerned about the maintenance of the program. What happens when the “levy” is increased? What is the approval process?
What if the community doesn’t receive good value for the dollar? How are complaints handled?
How will residents be informed of the improvements in our community? What is the approval process?
Lots of other questions come to mind. Who is taking the lead on this and how do we contact them?
Thanks,

Kim