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

Agenda for Board Meeting Thursday, September 10, 2026 – 6 PM Ridgemark Clubhouse

I. Call to Order

II. Attendance

III. Introduction of Visitors and Comments

IV. Approval of meeting minutes of June 11, 2026

V. Financial Reports – Susie Thomas

VI. Committee Reports

• Architectural Review Committee – Paris Giunta/Grant Kane
• Landscaping – Carol Peterson
• Roads and Security – Bill Baker

VII. Old Business

• Review and Discuss Update of Bylaws and CC&R changes from Baydaline & Jacobson.

VIII. New Business

• Future Election Services Proposal
• Future Bylaws and CC&R Approval Process
• Inquiry by San Juan Oaks to Publish on Our Website

IX. Future Board Meeting Date – December 10, 2026

X. Adjournment

Agenda for Board Meeting Thursday, September 10, 2026 – 6 PM Ridgemark Clubhouse

I. Call to Order

II. Attendance

III. Introduction of Visitors and Comments

IV. Approval of meeting minutes of June 11, 2026

V. Financial Reports – Susie Thomas

VI. Committee Reports

• Architectural Review Committee – Paris Giunta/Grant Kane
• Landscaping – Carol Peterson
• Roads and Security – Bill Baker

VII. Old Business

• Review and Discuss Update of Bylaws and CC&R changes from Baydaline & Jacobson.

VIII. New Business

• Future Election Services Proposal
• Future Bylaws and CC&R Approval Process
• Inquiry by San Juan Oaks to Publish on Our Website

IX. Future Board Meeting Date – December 10, 2026

X. Adjournment

Call to Order – President Paul Namkoong called the meeting to order at 7:05 pm.

Attendance – Board members present were Paul Namkoong, President; Bill Baker, Vice-President; Susan Thomas, Treasurer; Grant Kane. Architectural Review Committee; Carol Peterson, Landscape Committee, Vedana Freitas, Special Projects

Absent –    Parris Giunta

Visitors –   Vesta Maxwell – 1080 Paullus Dr.                  Harry Hill – 80 Rob Ct.

Introduction and Comments from Visitors – The chair acknowledged visitor Vesta Maxwell, 1080 Paullus Drive.

Ms. Maxwell inquired about the replacement of the broken streetlight #2432 globe. The Board advised that replacement is PG&E’s responsibility. Grant Kane offered to provide the PG&E contact information.

She also brought to the board’s attention that she has observed several CC&R violations:

• Garbage cans in front of homeowners’ house
• Utility trailer parked in the driveway of homeowner’s house
• Tree removal on homeowner’s property – architectural committee to review for approval

Mr. Hill brought to the board’s attention that a motor home had been parked on Dan Drive for three days.

Discussion and Approval of Minutes – The minutes of the 3/19/2026 meetings were reviewed and approved as presented.

Financial Reports – Susan Thomas, Treasurer, present the 05/31/2026 financial reports.   

The Board agreed that RF ID access cards will be deactivated for accounts that remain delinquent after the homeowner has received both a billing notice and a second notice and has failed to remit payment.  The security guard is authorized to deactivate RFID access cards.

Bill has a template letter that may be used to notify homeowners who are in violation of the CC&Rs regarding the parking or storage of trailers, recreational vehicles (RVs), and automobiles. The notice will advise the homeowners that the violation may be subject to a fine.

Committee Reports

Architectural Review Committee – Grant Kane reported the following:

• Request and approval of installed pergola
• Solar Project
• Fence Replacement – homeowner did not get approval; there was a mutual agreement between neighboring homeowners.

Landscaping – Carol Peterson reported that she contacted a landscape contractor for ground covering, but has not received a return call.

The second phase of the ground covering project is on hold since the neighboring homeowners replaced the area with new tan bark.  The board agreed to keep the ground covering as is for now and replace once it begins to fade.

Renters on Ken Court are moving and will have three pods parked in the area for one week.

Carol reminded everyone that homeowners are responsible for trees that need to be trimmed near the street lights.

Roads & Security –  Bill Baker reported that people are using the south exit gate as an entry to Ridgemark.   Ridgemark will install a gate arm on the exit lane.

Bill reported that, Scott Garrett, Ridgemark guard supervisor, has been experiencing harassment when requesting identification. Any further incidents of harassment will be reported to the Sheriff’s Department.

Comments were received indicating that the guard station phone was not being answered consistently. Questions were raised regarding whether a voicemail system leaving voice messages would be an effective method for communicating when calls are not answered.

Bill will pass this suggestion on to Scott Garrett

Old Business

Bylaws and CC&Rs – Bill Baker will contact Baydaline & Jacobsen to obtain a timeline for when they will be able to begin work on the Association’s CC&Rs. He noted that the firm is currently backlogged.

Elections:  Included with the March 18, 2026 Ridgemark Unit XI HOA billing was a notice inviting members to consider board service:

“If you are interested in serving on the HOA Board, please submit your name, address, and resume.”

Once the required 90 days have passed, the elections will be closed and letters stating as such will be mailed to each homeowner.

Paul presented a flyer outlining the procedure for an uncontested HOA election.  “Beginning January 1, 2022, associations may declare the outcome of uncontested elections without balloting if the number of candidates is less than or equal to the number of vacant seats”.

The cost to engage an outside election service to manage the election process would be $1329.

Paul made a motion to close the director nominations once the 90-day period had been met. Vedana Freitas seconded the motion, and the motion carried.

New Business

There was no new business.

Adjournment of Regular Meeting – The meeting was adjourned at 7:00 p.m.

Minutes respectfully submitted,

Ellen Fisher, Acting Secretary

Next Scheduled Board Meetings:  Thursday September 10, 2026 6:00 p.m., Ridgemark Club House

RIDGEMARK UNIT XI HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATION
Minutes of Board Meeting- Thursday December 4,2025
Ridgemark Club House- Fremont Room

Call to Order- President Grant Kane called the meeting to order at 6:05 pm.

Attendance – Board members present included Grant Kane (President), Bili Baker (Vice-President), Paul Namkoong (Treasurer), Parris Giunta (Architectural Review), Carol Peterson (Landscape Committee), and Vedana Freitas (Special Projects).

Absent– Susan Thomas, Treasurer

Visitor-Dennis Dumont (91 Ken Court)

Discussion and Approval of Minutes – Bill Baker proposed approving the minutes of the August 28, 2025, meeting. Parris Giunta seconded, and it was approved.

Financial Reports–

Paul Namkoong, Treasurer, presented the November 30, 2025 financial reports.
Paul noted that there would be minimal income for the remainder of 2025 and approximately$6000-$7000 expenses in December, 2025. The remaining net income will be distributed to equity accounts Road Reserve Fund and Operating Reserve Fund.

There is $93,419.06 currently set aside for road improvements. No road improvements have been scheduled at this time.

Paul presented the 2026 budget with two options for a homeowners’ fee increase—$265 per quarter or $275 per quarter—to cover anticipated 2026 expenses, including landscape maintenance, security services, and legal fees.

The Board agreed to table approval of the proposed budget until additional information is obtained regarding anticipated legal expenses for revisions to the bylaws and CC&R. The 2026 budget will be considered again at a special January 2026 meeting.

Paul requested permission to submit the 2025 financial reports to Bianchi, Kasavan & Pope for tax preparation. Bill Baker moved to approve the request, and Parris Giunta seconded the motion. The motion carried.
(See attached copy of the Balance Sheet and Income Statement).

Committee Reports

Architectural Review Committee– Parris Giunta reported that fence requests were approved at 1272 and 1292 Ridgemark Drive. It was noted that properties facing the golf course have a maximum fence height of 4 feet.
There were complaints about outdoor twinkling lights. The issue was looked into and resolved. Bill noted that lighting that may be annoying to other homeowners is addressed in the CCRs (Section 7.13).

Landscaping-The proposed landscaping cost for the areas of Ridgemark and Paullus to clear the weed barriers, bury the irrigation lines, and level the areas to a smooth dirt surface is $5800. This proposal came from VPO Landscaping Construction. If the landscape wood chips remain as is, the proposal would be reduced to $3400.
It was also brought to the attention of the board that there is an excessive amount of pet waste in these areas with ground covering. A suggestion was made to purchase “clean up after your dog” signs to post in these areas.

Bill Baker moved to approve the $3400 budget to begin the project. If there is positive feedback from the homeowners, the board can move forward on removal of the wood chips. The initial landscape improvement would begin on the top of Ridgemark Drive and around the corner of Paullus to the cart path and the bottom of Ridgemark Drive by the barranca. Also included in this motion is the approval to purchase the dog signs. Parris Giunta seconded the motion. The motion carried.

Security- Bill reported that the front guard’s gates have been replaced with heavy duty motor for the gates.
It has been brought to Bill’s attention that the gate guards have been harassed by homeowner guests who are required to provide identification to enter Ridgemark. The guards are required to verify driver’s licenses for each visitor who is not included on the QuickPass system. If the homeowner is not at home, the visitor will not be allowed to enter. Ridgemark XI HOA homeowners need to be reminded to add frequent visitors and renters to the QuickPass system. It was noted that another Ridgemark HOA questioned the need for guards.

Old Business

Follow-up on Acquiring Letterhead– Bill Baker was able to find an older letterhead. He will send a copy to Paul Namkoongto be reviewed and updated.

Update on Member List-Following discussion, the board designated Vedana Freitas to update and maintain the homeowner contact list on an ongoing basis. Bill Baker will continue to maintain the website.
The Board agreed to discontinue emailing minutes and agendas to individual homeowners.
Future minutes and agendas will be posted on the Ridgemark XI HOA website: https://ridgemarkhoaxi.com/
To inform residents of this change, Ellen Fisher will include a flyer with the quarter, 2026 billing notifying homeowners of the new procedure.

Update of By-Laws and CC&R’s– Bill Baker brought to the attention of the board that the current by-laws and CCR’s are out of date and not in compliance with the law. Baydaline and Jacobsen Law Firm quoted a cost of $7000- $8500 to revise, execute (guidance) and take to homeowners for approval.
Paul Namkoong will review the process used by other HOA’s that have had recent changes to by laws and CCR’s.

Fire Hydrant Repainting-Grant Kane reported that the fire hydrant repainting is in process. This project is run by the Water District.

Wynn EIR Report and New Plot Map– According to the county supervisor, this project is stalled for the time being. The supervisor board is not in favor of the expansion of new developments.

New Business

CC&R Section 7.29 Regarding Use of Roads for Recreation Review and Discussion– It was reported that there has been resolve in regards to a portable basketball hoop discussed at the August 28, 2025 meeting. If homeowners have a concern with safety issues, they will need to contact the Ridgemark
Security Office; they in turn will contact the Sheriff’s Office.

New Officers/Committees-

Paul Namkoong, President
Bill Baker, Vice President
Susan Thomas, Treasurer
Grant Kane & Parris Giunta, Architectural Review Committee
Carol Peterson, Landscaping Committee
Vedana Freitas, Special Projects

Adjournment of Regular Meeting- The meeting was adjourned at 7:35 p.m

Minutes respectfully submitted.
Ellen Fisher, Acting Secretary

Next Scheduled Board Meeting: Thursday March 19,2026 6:00 p.m., RIdgemark Club House

I. Call to Order – Board Vice-PresidentBill Baker called meeting to order at 6:00 pm.

II. Attendance – Board members present were Bill Baker, Vice-President; Jeanne Mitchell, Secretary; Paul Namkoong, Treasurer; Harry Hill, Architectural Review Committee and Lena Blackburn, Landscape Committee.

Absent – Grant Kane, President and Paris Guinta, Architectural Review Committee.

Visitors – There were no visitors present at the meeting.

III. Discussion and Approval of Minutes — Meeting Minutes for the February 6, 2025, meeting were unanimously approved.

IV. Financial Report – Paul Namkoong, Treasurer, presented the 2025 Balance Sheet as of April 30, 2025, and the January through April 2025 Income Statement, both documents attached. 1^st quarter payments have been collected and there no delinquent accounts.

V. Committee Reports

a. Architectural Review Committee – Harry Hill reported that approval was given for: 1 paint job, 1 garage extension, and 1 raised fence.

b. Landscaping Committee – Lena Blackburn reported that quotes for bark are still being obtained from additional vendors.

                c. Security — Bill Baker reported that the county building department has deemed the tennis structure unsafe for human occupancy preventing the structure to be rented out for use as a church or other purposes in its current state.

 VI. Old Business

1. HOA Bank Accounts – Signatories to the HOA’s accounts will be Paul Namkoong, Bill Baker and Paris Guinta.
2. Letterhead will be updated by Bill Baker.
3. Update on Membership List:

Jeanne Mitchell reported that she received many responses either updating or confirming owner and occupant information in response to the request which was mailed with the first quarter bill. Follow-up was made by email and/or placing requests in mailboxes. To date, 25 homeowners have not responded.

• Filings – Jeanne Mitchell reported that the Statement of Common Interest and the Statement of Information have been filed with the California Secretary of State by Ellen Fisher, bringing the HOA up to date with these filings.

VII. New Business

1. Jeanne Mitchell is moving out of the area and resigning as Secretary. This will be her last meeting. Recruitment will begin for another Board Member. Anyone interested in serving on the Board, please contact Bill Baker at bbaker@bakercadence.com.
2. Jeanne also recommended that the board update the Bylaws and CC&R’s to align with current practices including electronic communication. Bill Baker agreed and will get a quote from a law firm client that specializes in HOA law to review and update our Bylaws and CC&R’s. 
3. Streetlights – If homeowners notice an outage, please contact PG&E.
4. Fire Hydrants – Some are badly peeling and discolored. Paul Namkoong to contact Sunny Slope Water to request repainting.
5. High grass/vegetation in fields between homes and Rt. 25 – this land is owned and managed by Wynn, not the HOA or Sierra Golf Management. Bill Baker to notify Mr. Wynn of need to mow these fields.

VIII. Meeting adjourned at 7pm

Respectfully submitted,

Jeanne Mitchell

Secretary

Next Scheduled Board Meeting: Thursday, August 27, 2025, at 6pm

Note(s):

(1)  All Ridgemark XI homeowners are requested to keep their contact information current with the board of directors.

 (2)  Ridgemark XI HOA website is http://www.ridgemarkhoaxi.com

(3)  Architectural Review Guides; CC&R’s; Bylaws; Board Minutes, Board Members Contact information are all available on the website