All this is really important to get signed. The watershed goes directly to the big lake. The land in question is on the side of a hill, there is no way this is going to be a Recycle Center; maybe a transfer station at best. See the attached map; it shows the route the water will take to the Big Lake. Everyone from the Board should try to go to the meeting on February 25.
 
Thanks Dan
 
Anyone good at FB posting, please put the map on  “PH In the Know”
 
From: phapresident@comcast.net [mailto:phapresident@comcast.net]
Sent: Friday, February 15, 2019 1:46 PM
To: 'Painted Hills Office' <paintedhillsinc@comcast.net>
Subject: FW: Petition Opposing Application for Use Variance
 
Charlene/Judy, please send this out to all members to clarify how to sign the Petition.
 
Thanks, Dan
 
From: OKeefe, Charles <COKeefe@taftlaw.com>
Sent: Friday, February 15, 2019 11:50 AM
To: phapresident@comcast.net
Cc: OKeefe, Charles <COKeefe@taftlaw.com>; Robin Hawkins (robin.hawkins13@aol.com) <robin.hawkins13@aol.com>
Subject: Petition Opposing Application for Use Variance
 
Dan,
 
It was a pleasure speaking to you today.  As we discussed, individuals interested in signing the Petition Opposing the Use Variance filed by Bill Howser to operate a recycling and excavating business on SR 252 should send their name and email address to me at the following email:
 
                cokeefe@taftlaw.com
 
I will have my paralegal send them the Petition, which they can sign electronically. 
 
Thank you for your support.   If you have any questions or concerns about this issue, please feel free to call me.  You can call my cell:  317-507-0977.  I will keep you posted on developments. 
 
Best,
 
Chuck
Taft /
 
Charles R. OKeefe / Partner
Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP
One Indiana Square, Suite 3500
Indianapolis, Indiana 46204-2023
Tel: 317.713.3500 • Fax: 317.715.4539
Direct: 317.713.3679
www.taftlaw.com / COKeefe@taftlaw.com
​

​As you likely know based on a prior email from Robin and me, Bill Howser has filed an Application with the Morgan County Board of Zoning Appeals seeking a special exception to our zoning law.  Mr. Howser wants to use a property near our homes, churches, woods, ponds and farms as a recycling center and excavating business.  A copy of the Application is attached. 
 
This property is located on State Road 252 approximately ¼ of a mile from O’Neal’s Salvage on the same side of the highway.  See the attached map.  An “X” identifies the property. 
 
The Board of Zoning Appeals is scheduled to consider this Application on February 25, 2019 at 6:30 p.m.  The hearing will take place at the Morgan County Administration Building located at 180 South Main Street in Martinsville, Indiana in the lower level conference room. 
 
We are opposed to any business or person using property in our neighborhood for recycling, salvage and other industrial operations such as this. 
 
We encourage you to support our efforts by attending the hearing and signing a PETITION opposing the Application.  Even if you intend to go to the hearing, please sign the petition.  You will be sent a separate email from “DocuSign System” with a link to sign the petition.  The signed petition will be submitted to the Board at the hearing.  Be sure to click the “Finish” button after you have electronically signed the petition.  If you have any questions about the petition, please feel free to call me at 317-507-0977. 
 
If you know of another person who might be interested in signing the petition, please send me their email so I can send them the petition. 
 
Thank you.
 
Chuck and Robin

Painted Hills Association members,
Many of you have friends or relatives  who have visited and have expressed a desire to become a member of our Association.  This can only be done by purchasing a lot in the Subdivision.  An opportunity to purchase a lot at a reduced price is coming up On February 28, there will be a sale held at the Morgan County Annex at 180 S Main St in Martinsville.
Thirteen lots in the subdivision will be auctioned, with the minimum bid of $50.00  Back property tax owed will be forgiven.  These lots have not sold prior as the taxes owed are usually more than the going price for similar lots.  
If new members purchase a lot, they get the benefit of Painted Hills amenities and the Treasures office can begin collecting property taxes going forward.
Taxes on these lots are usually under $10.00 per half.
If you know someone who is interested in the sale, please have them contact the Painted Hills office.  765 342-6409.   We have a list of the lots ( attachment) and a map with their location.
They can call the office and leave a message or email us at paintedhillsinc@comcast.net for more detailed information.
 
The sale will be here before you know it so don’t delay.  We would like to get these lots to someone who will appreciate the wonderful place Painted Hills is.
 

​( 3) Important announcements from Painted Hills office
 

1. Due to the algae and weed condition on Lake Holiday, Painted Hills Association has requested the help of Aquatic Control to do a one time  special application in order to prevent the continued growth of weeds and algae . Aquatic Control will treat (LAKE HOLIDAY ONLY)  on  the morning of Friday August 17.  Boating , fishing and swimming will not be affected, but please do not use water for plants or lawns until Sunday morning, August 19.    If you launch your boat on both lakes, you

can help prevent any further spread of the algae by making sure you wash boat trailers and boats after launching on Lake Holiday. Thank you for your cooperation .
 

1.  The Painted Hills Board of Directors will be holding elections at the Annual Meeting September 22,  to fill vacancies  for the board.  If you are interested in volunteering your time and efforts to keep Painted Hills running smoothly, please submit your name to any of the Board members, or to the Painted Hills Business office 765 342-6409.

paintedhillsinc@comcast.net along with a short biography and  work history, no later than Monday, August 20, 2018. There are eight positions on the board in addition to President and Secretary ,however, when running for the board, the decision as to who will be chair for each committee is decided after the member is elected .
 

1. As was previously announced, Castaway’s Tina Kapp will be giving up the management of the Painted Hills Clubhouse August 31st.  Anyone interested in a new business venture  should submit a  written business plan no later than Friday, August 17th. to the Clubhouse Committee chair, Mitch Wallace phlakeclubhouse@gmail.com  or to the Painted Hills Business office  paintedhillsinc@comcast.net

 

​This is the beginning of the busy season in our Painted Hills office.
 
Our Spring & Summer office hours are:
 
Sunday &  Monday  -Closed
 
Tuesday   noon until 6:00pm
Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday noon until 4:00pm
Saturday beginning April 7 ....9:00am to 1:00pm
 
Notary service by appointment.
 
  In order to speed up the process of paying dues, getting boat stickers , keys & pool passes, we are asking you to plan ahead by having your insurance and boat registration information ready when you come in.  If you do not have your boat insured, please check with your insurance provider to see if you are covered in the event of an accident.  If not, a liability policy might be in order.
 
LAKE USE WAIVER
Anyone who purchases a boat sticker will be required to read and sign the LAKE USE WAIVER.  It lists the most common boating rules and by signing, you are agreeing to abide by those rules. The waiver will be kept on file in the office and lists the boats & their sticker numbers. A copy of the waiver is available in the office, no need to print it out at home, just bring your insurance info and boat registration.
 
NEW INFORMATION PAGE FOR MEMBERS
Social media is the new form of communication for many of our members.  Due to the previous Painted Hills Facebook page and Next Door  both being compromised, vacation information, phone numbers, addresses etc that should not be public information have been posted.  A new informational page, "Painted Hills-IN THE KNOW', has been created.
It is only for Painted Hills lot owners and homeowners.  It is accessible by request only and an administrator will allow only Painted Hills members  access.  As a member, please request  access so you will be IN THE KNOW> We will continue to post Association business, from the Painted Hills office as well.
 
We look forward to seeing you in Painted Hills.

The attached report from Aquatic Control  suggests we continue to monitor Lake Holiday after the ‘pink algae’ issue that appeared earlier this Winter. They also did not think it necessary to do any treatment. Fishing and boating are safe and the ramp is now useable.  
 
From: Tina Thrasher [mailto:tthrasher6264@gmail.com] 

​

The Painted Hills Board has been requested to review and recommend rental restrictions for the Painted Hills Homeowners Association. 

In the next 2 days, you will receive a letter containing a copy of a proposed Amendment to the Painted Hills Covenants, a letter of explanation and a pre stamped ballot. The Amendment # 5.12 was presented at the request of members at the July 10, 2017 Board of Directors meeting.  The proposal addresses the use of property in the Painted Hills Subdivision as rentals.  This is an important issue to both home owners  and lot owners as it may affect the value of your property.
We must have a 2/3 approval vote of the membership in order to approve this amendment to the covenants, so it is very important that you return the completed ballot.


Please read the material and return the enclosed pre stamped ballot to the Painted Hills office, either by mail or by dropping it off at the office at your earliest convenience but no later than September 29, 2017


For  members who live in the Painted Hills Subdivision, a neighbor may come by your home to answer any questions you might have about Amendment #5.12
You may also contact a board member or email the Painted Hills  office for clarification on any issues.

​

​Many have expressed concern about the color and clarity of Lake Nebo this Spring. Lately, some waterfront members on Lake Nebo have sighted a brownish, growth on dock ladders, dock posts and tree branches in the water.  It is smooth to the touch , much like the feel of a football.  Do not be alarmed. These are actually beneficial to our lake water and should be left to do their work.  They are called BRYZOANS, and cannot survive in polluted water, thus we know our water is in good condition. 

Effective 9/25 the password will be changed for the Painted-Hills website.
​The new password will be emailed to members from the office.
Unfortunately, the current password was published on a social media website.  Certain pages of the website are locked because they contain financial information that is for the membership only.  Please safeguard the password.
If you can't remember the password check the homepage, under About Us, under Do Business with us, or under Office Forms for information on how to get the password