Posted August 6, 2024
INFORMATION REGARDING PARKING PERMITS
On advice of its legal counsel and in accordance with Sections 4.15 and 4.16 of the RSMA CC&Rs, the RSMA Board of Directors at its August 5 special meeting unanimously passed a motion to discontinue issuing permits for parking any vehicles on streets within the Project between the hours of 2am and 5am effective immediately. Any permits issued prior to August 5, 2024, will be valid until their date of expiration.
Permits will not be available until the CC&Rs are amended to provide for the issuance of permits. The Board is working to determine the level of desire and feasibility of such an amendment. Information regarding progress on this matter will be communicated through the website, emails and at Board meetings.
Answers to frequently asked questions:
· What will happen if I park a vehicle, trailer, camper, or mobile home, on the street between 2-5am?
You will likely receive a violation notice (a ticket). If you have received more than two such notices in the past thirteen months, you will likely receive a letter from the HOA stating those violations and be asked to attend a hearing with the Board of Directors or write a letter to the Board explaining the circumstances. The Board will then determine what measure, if any, should be taken to achieve compliance with the CC&Rs regarding overnight parking.
· This is a big problem for me. Who can I complain to about this?
Please understand that I do not have the authority to issue a permit. If you would like to express your disagreement with this policy, please contact Priscilla Marin at The Kelly Company by phone or email. You can also use the HOA website to send an email to the HOA Board. The Board is working on a potential solution but it could take several months.
· How can I get more information on the new policy?
You can contact Priscilla Marin at The Kelly Company by phone or email. You can also use the HOA website to send an email to the HOA Board. The board is working on a potential solution and will be posting its progress by email notices (if you have signed up for email notifications), on the HOA website and at monthly Board meetings where you are welcome to attend.
A CHANGE IN SECURITY AT RANCHO SOLANO
After a review of several security service written proposals for the calendar year 2024, the Board of Directors voted unanimously to accept the recommendation of the Safety & Security Committee in awarding the 2024 contract to Armorous. The transition from Safe Haven to Armorous has already begun so you’ll see new security personnel and vehicles on site.
All our security protocols currently in place will remain in effect. Should you need to contact Armorous for any reason you may reach them at the same number previously used, at 707.425.4465.
The Board wishes to express its gratitude to Brian Monahan and all the security personnel at Safe Haven for their many years of service to our community.
Rancho Solano Dog Owners:
Unfortunately, there have been increased incidents of dogs off leash throughout the community along with pet owners not cleaning up after their dogs do their business. Please be a responsible dog owner and clean up! This includes not leaving little bags filled with poop along your walking path (even though you have good intentions of getting it on your way back home to throw away). The Association has placed several pet waste stations throughout the neighborhood for this purpose.
Our CC&R’s, specifically Section 4.12(b) stipulates that: “All pets, with the exception of cats, shall only be allowed on the Common Area when they are leashed or otherwise under the direct supervision and restraint of their Owners. Said leash must at all times be held by an adult or child possessing sufficient physical strength to constrain the animal.
Please be conscientious about your dog(s) being without a leash in your front yards. There have been instances where unleashed dogs are allowed to run out of the front or garage door before the owner follows and engages with other people/pets. Many times, these dogs can be surprised by other adults or children walking by and react over-enthusiastically or sometimes aggressively. This can be very frightening when you don’t know the dog and/or are walking a dog on a leash per HOA regulations.
Remember, there are no bad dogs, only bad dog owners.
Thank you for your understanding and anticipated cooperation!
Posted October 23, 2023
PARKING REGULATION REMINDER AND ENFORCEMENT FOR FIRST GREEN AND TUSCANY COMMUNITIES
We trust this message finds you well. Our aim is to maintain the charm and functionality of our Rancho Solano Community, and to that end, we need to address some parking-related matters in the First Green and Tuscany communities.
As many of you are aware, our community's CC&Rs strictly prohibit street parking between 2 am and 5 am to ensure the integrity and aesthetics of our Rancho Solano Community. This regulation is especially important on streets with narrow dimensions where special street parking spaces are in place to add to the safety and accessibility of our neighborhood, and it allows for convenient parking for visitors and guests.
In recent times, we have received reports from concerned residents about homeowners using the on-street parking spaces, or cutouts, within the First Green and Tuscany communities for overnight or near-permanent parking. This is in clear violation of our CC&Rs, and it has had the unintended consequence of limiting the availability of these spaces for visitors and guests. Specifically, as outlined in 4.15, in part “residents are required to park their authorized vehicles within their garages, or in their driveways.”
To address this issue, we will extend parking enforcement to these parking spaces. Starting November 1st, Security will begin issuing citations for vehicles parked in these areas during the prohibited hours, following the same procedure as for vehicles parked on the main streets. Between now and November 1st, Security will place a Courtesy Notice on these vehicles as a friendly reminder.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work together to preserve the unique character and functionality of our community. Thank you for your continued support in making Rancho Solano an ideal place to live.
Rancho Solano Master Association
Board of Directors & Safety & Security Committee
Posted September 25, 2023
INFORMATION REGARDING INOPERABLE VEHICLES
Any vehicle not registered with DMV as operable or physically unable to drive due to flat tires, e.g., must be stored inside a garage or removed from your property (within the Community). All vehicles must be registered as operable and must also be physically drivable if parked on the driveway.
