Minutes of Board Meeting – Thursday September 10, 2026

Ridgemark Club House – Fremont Room

  1. Call to Order – President Paul Namkoong called the meeting to order at 6:10 pm.
  1. Attendance – Board members present were Paul Namkoong, President; Susan Thomas, Treasurer; Carol Peterson, Landscape Committee

Absent –   Bill Baker, Parris Giunta, Grant Kane, Vedana Freitas

  1. Visitors – No visitors in attendance
  1. Approval of Minutes – The minutes of the June 11, 2026 was reviewed and approved.
  • Financial Report – Susan Thomas, Treasurer, presented the 8/31/2026 financial reports and current Accounts Receivable report. 

Susan reported that a homeowner stated that they had not received the two most recent quarterly billing invoices. She refunded the interest and late fees that had been assessed to the account. The homeowner subsequently reported that they had located both invoices. The Board agreed that the interest and late fees previously refunded would be charged back to the homeowner’s account.

  • Committee Reports
  1. Landscaping – Carol Peterson reported that she counted nine roadway lights that were not functioning properly.  Carol has contacted PG&E, but noted that PG&E has not yet responded to the outstanding repair request.  She will contact PG&E again to follow up.

As a follow-up to the concern presented at the previous meeting regarding garbage cans being left in front of homes, Carol reported that the issue has been resolved and is no longer a concern.

Carol  wrote a letter to Greener Grounds Landscaping regarding the proper maintenance of the oleander plants. She will also ask that Greener Grounds employees  pick up the cuttings and debris rather than blowing them into surrounding areas.

  • Susan Thomas expressed concern regarding a homeowner whose landscaping has become overgrown with weeds and appears to be inadequately watered. It was suggested to text the homeowner to encourage regular watering and offering a one-time weed cleanup to help address the issue.
  • Roads & Security:  Susan Thomas attended a Ridgemark Homeowner’s Zoom meeting. The homeowners meeting emphasized the need for a quick pass and stronger enforcement. Homeowners presented questions, and discussion followed. No action was taken. The questions will be addressed at the next meeting.
  • Old Business
  • Bylaws and CC&R:  Changes and updates have been made to our By-Laws and CC&Rs in accordance with new laws that have taken effect and those changes we have requested.  These changes reflect current law and those that need Homeowner approval.  

Paul will respond to the questions asked by our attorney, Rod Baydaline regarding new construction using our roads and minimum construction standards. He did not find any other changes or amendments to what is stated in Article 10 of our Bylaws which calls for a minimum 1900 sq foot dwelling , or in Section 7.10 of our CC&Rs regarding the 10,000 sq ft lot requirement.

Ridgemark XI HOA insurance coverage will be vetted by our insurance broker to ensure compliance with our bylaws.

Susie brought to the Board’s attention that some homes within the HOA have multiple vehicles parked on the property. The CC&R’s do not currently address passenger vehicles.  No action at this time.

  • Election Service:  Paul reported that Ridgemark XI HOA is required to have a ballot election every four years. He suggested using an election service ProElections.  The estimated cost would be $1300-$1400.  Mail-in election ballots require 90 days, while electronic ballots require 120 days.

This company can also process the updated bylaws and CC&R’s.

Further discussion of election options will be discussed at the December 10, 2026 meeting.

  • New Business

        There was no new business

Minutes respectfully submitted,

Ellen Fisher, Acting SecretaryNext Scheduled Board Meetings:  Thursday December 3, 2026 6:00 p.m., Ridgemark Cl