Madeline,
I'm so happy to hear that someone else doesn't feel this board represents them. NOW, we need many many more people going to the board meetings and voicing the same concern. Every once in a while I test the waters to get involved, but am always discouraged by people who claim I will only get harassed, bullied, and shouted down if I suggest anything the board isn't in agreement with. I've stood back because of this as I don't want to invite aggravation in my life. I write this email to you knowing that anyone associated with this blog is not look upon favorably. How sad is this.... some may not agree with what you have to say but this blog is an outlet to get the word out and people involved. This is OUR community.
I am on the fence whether or not to leave Wedgefield. I love my home, neighbors, and friends, but this wasn't what I signed on for years ago. I take pride in keeping my home maintained only to drive down some streets to see "lawn ornaments," (unregistered vehicles) littered on lawns that have gone to dirt, lawns utilized as driveways, garbage on the sides of the road, among other unsightly scenes that according to the HOA rules are against regulation. I worry this is the future of Wedgefield and I often wonder who would buy the golf course if this is the scenery for golfers?.... not exactly good for business. The board cites that home and condo rentals are a reason for some of this and I wonder when the owners are going to be held responsible for the lack of maintenance on their properties? Despite this, there are many well maintained homes and good people in Wedgefield who care..... and how do we reach them and get them involved and have their voice heard.
Many people think the golf course is the reason multiple homes are for sale...... let's look at this honestly.... the board needs to accept responsibility for some of this because if Wedgefield were governed correctly and the board members functioned in a more professional, open, and progressive manner, things just may be different. Do they feel any responsibility for this?
Time for Wedgefield to progress and stop regressing. Anyone who is in agreement with this..... please come to the board meeting and express your concerns.
Wedgefield Resident in good standing (As always, name removed to protect them from retaliation.)
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