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As we continue to maintain and improve the shared elements of our community, we want to bring attention to a few important issues that have been raised recently. Following are the most frequently reported “Incident” items along with tips to comply.

Valley View Mall Redevelopment Moving Forward

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The Valley View Mall Redevelopment (MidTown) is moving dorward

Master Electric Contract Update

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In the first six months of the contract, the Association has purchased $37,500 of power on behalf of LOBT owners. Everything is going well. More diligence from residents in paying their electric bill would be helpful.

New Monument Sign

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In December, the Association embarked on a curb appeal project - adding a corner monument sign on the west side of the property to match the sign on the east side.

Main Sewer Line Cleanout

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The City of Dallas hired Acme Utility Inspection Services, Inc. (Dallas, TX (972) 247-7741) to wash out and conduct a robotic camera inspection of the main sewer line at Lakes of Bent Tree.

Online Ballot and Survey Results

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The composite scores above are based on a 4 point scale. First Online Ballot and Survey The community's first online ballot was a success. Participation exceeded historical levels and was 25% over the required quorum.

2024-25 Annual Meeting Report

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The increase in assessments for 2025 is 3.79%. The board reported that the community’s financial condition has greatly improved over the last five years.

Owners enouraged to increase Homeowners Policy

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The board was only recently made aware of its insurance options for 2024-2025. All involve a significant increase in the deductibles. The policy, just elected by the board, goes into effect tomorrow, November 1. To protect yourself

Annual Meeting December 11

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December 11, 6:30 - 8:00 PM, at 14555 Dallas Pkwy Ste 100, First Floor, Dallas, TX 75254 (Common Desk Offices).

2024 Financial Summary

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At the September 23rd board meeting, there was a resident request for the information

60,000 Ft of Brick Wall Repairs Completed

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The re-grouting of the entire 60,000 square foot brick wall (30,000 interior, 30,000 exterior) was completed this week. This project started in 2020 with an in-house brick mason and was systematically completed over 24 months. The final cost was just under 25% of bids received from outside commercial masonry contractors.

20 Year Old Drainage Problem Resolved

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The drainage flume in the southeast corner of the property is functional for the first time in twenty years. The flume was initially designed to direct 25% of the community rainwater to White Rock Creek

Open Board and Annual Meeting Dates

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The Lakes of Bent Tree Condominiums has an open board meeting on September 23, 2024, from 4:30 - 5:30 PM at 14555 Dallas Pkwy Ste 100, First Floor, Dallas, TX 75254 (Common Desk Offices).

Master Electric Contract Startup

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The LoBT master electric contract is a 13.9¢ flat rate* for five years, expiring on August 31, 2029. Sixty-percent (60%) of the eligible owners are participating

Front Gate to be open for five days

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The front gate will be open for 4-5 days starting August 9, 2024. A circuit board in the CellGate unit has failed, and a new board is on order.