HOA Resources Page
Here are some resources that you may find useful. Also, be sure to check out the links in the "Resources" drop-down menu above, and the Longmont Neighborhhod Group Leaders Association information shown below (including details about our Neighborhood Improvement Projects). Here is a quick-link to the NGLA webpage (scroll down the page to see meeting minutes).
Frequently Asked Questions
It is not uncommon for problems to arise in a neighborhood. Here is a link to the City of Longmont Mediation Services website.You may also find the following information helpful.
If you are experiencing a problem with a neighbor:
- Talk to your neighbor. You may find the easiest and quickest remedy is to have a chat about the issue and resolve the problem. This is always the best first step to take.
- If the problem cannot be resolved this way you may wish to resolve the dispute through mediation. The city of Longmont provides this as a free service. Email the Mediation Services Department for more information .
- The Board of Directors of the Reserve at Ute Creek Homeowners Association is not responsible to arbitrate your dispute but may become involved if it involves an imminent threat to the peace, health, or safety of the Community as a whole.
If the problem is a violation of city code:
- Call the appropriate city office.
- Animal control: 303-651-8500; Longmont Animal Control webpage.
- Police non-emergency: 303-651-8555; Longmont Public Safety webpage.
- Or visit Longmont's Code Enforcement webpage.
Some other useful links:
- The law firm Altitude Community Law specializes in HOA law, and offers a wealth of useful information for HOA's. Check out some of Altitude Community Law's Resources and Articles on their webpage.
- City of Longmont Community page.
- Some other non-city resources
The Neighborhood Group Leaders Association
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The Reserve at Ute Creek is a member of the Longmont Neighborhood Group Leaders Association (NGLA). We are one of about fifty neighborhoods that meet monthly to share information. These meetings allow the city to share information on a variety subjects such as: current police activity, city planning, city sponsored activities and services. A member of the City Council usually attends and can often answer questions about Council business.
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The city of Longmont is very proactive in bringing its Neighborhoods together to promote community awareness and involvement. To help foster good communities the city provides funds and grants to members of the NGLA (us) via the Neighborhood Improvements Program, and the Neighborhood Activities Fund.
Neighborhood Improvement Project
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The Reserve is eligible to apply for up to $5,000 annually in city funds for projects that improve our common areas. Funds are not guaranteed until approved by the City Council, but proposals must be submitted several months before the Council votes on funding. Homeowners in The Reserve have been invited via HOA meetings, the Neighborhood Improvement Project Committee, Newsletters, and the HOA Webpage to participate in planning the project phases. In 2008, the Neighborhood Improvement Projects Committee proposed a multi-year project to start in 2009. The overall project and first phase (2009) were approved by the BOD and shared with Owners at the 2008 Annual Meeting. This multi-year project focuses on sustainability, safety, reduction of expenses, and is aligned with the City's "Go Green" initiatives. Anyone who is interested to help with the project may contact a BOD member for complete details.
Here is the project proposal for 2013: 2013 Project pg1, 2013 Project pg2, 2013 Project map. Please contact a BOD member to get involved. Also, be sure to read HOA newsletters and attend HOA meetings so you are well-informed.
Here are the original project plan and details for the first phase: Original Project Description and 2009 Grant Application. In 2009, for the first phase of the project, there was some confusion about the project. So the BOD sent the following letter to Homeowners to further clarify the total project and the 2009 phase: Project Summary (2009) (scroll down to pages 2-4). The Project Proposal for 2010 received high scores in the LNGLA ranking process, but was not funded due to an unfortunate computer error. After further review and neighborhood input during 2011 and 2012, the BOD decided to pursue a project to add more trees in 2013.
Neighborhood Activities Fund
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The city also provides funds (up to $150) for activities that promote neighborhood interaction. Things like block parties are a good example. When planed well in advance the city can even provide shade tents and other items. Hey do I smell barbeque? Call a BOD member to help with planning!
Your NGLA representative, Bill Hallett
