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Tymber Skan BCC Update
Orange County Government
January 27, 2015
Presentation Outline
BackgroundOrange County Update– Code Enforcement– Public Works –Orange County Utilities–Other Community Issues
Sec. 1 and 3 HOA UpdateSummaryRequested Action
Presentation Outline
BackgroundOrange County Update– Code Enforcement– Public Works –Orange County Utilities–Other Community Issues
Sec. 1 and 3 HOA UpdateSummaryRequested Action
S. Texas Ave
John Young Pkwy
Rio Grande Ave
Holden Ave
Section-3(19 buildings)
Section-2 (15 buildings)
Section-1 (13 Buildings)
Lake Catherine
S. Texas Ave
Background
Tymber Skan has struggled for years–Wood-framed buildings built in 1972-1974– 2004 hurricanes– Foreclosure crisis– High vacancy rates– Crime
94% vacant or owned by absentee landlordsMost owners have stopped paying assessmentsHOA has not had funds to pay billsCourts appointed receiver for 2 years
Background
Orange County BCC discussions–June 3, 2014–June 10, 2014–August 5, 2014
Termination of water service was scheduled in early June 2014 due to unpaid bills
Other services have been intermittent or not provided
Background
BCC directed staff to work with OUC and receiver to develop a plan to prevent water shut-off
Orange County’s scope is limited and public safety driven
Background
BCC authorized expenditure of $190K for:–Board and secure vacant and abandoned units–Repair roads to allow public safety vehicles access–Work with OUC to provide water shut-off valves for
each unit, repair leaks–Legal services to assist the Receiver in addressing non-
paying tenants
Presentation Outline
BackgroundOrange County Update– Code Enforcement– Public Works –Orange County Utilities–Other Community Issues
Sec. 1 and 3 HOA UpdateSummaryRequested Action
Code Enforcement
Board-ups of abandoned units Staff identified 68 open and unsecured units
within 24 buildings:– Sec. 1 – 8 units in 3 buildings– Sec. 2 – 25 units in 8 buildings– Sec. 3 – 35 units in 13 buildings
Board-ups completed by contractor in November at a cost of approximately $43,500
Additional units to be boarded as identified
Demolition update 2013 – 2 buildings 2014 – 1 building Early 2015 – 3 buildings pending asbestos removal Late 2015 – Up to 12 more
going through hearing /notices
Chapter 9 code amendmentsapproved in Nov. 2014 allow greater response to need
Code Enforcement
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Public Works
Pavement Milling and Resurfacing of selected areas on:–Skan Court–Tymberwood Lane–Lodgewood Lane– Inglenook Lane–Barkwater Drive–Windcross Lane
Public Works
Maintenance of the storm drains, pipes and outfalls are the responsibility of the HOA
Poor drainage primary cause of paving failure
Public Works
Public Works
Public Works
Public Works
Public Works
Much of the work performed in-houseApproximately $90,100 expended
Utilities
Sections 1 and 3Nonpayment of utility bills to OUC was driving
termination of water serviceFuture service continuation requires:–Repayment agreement for the arrears–Residents to pay water bill directly to OUC via
PowerPass–Reduce water loss• Repairing leaks• Terminating service to units without current accounts
Utilities
Sections 1 and 3County worked with OUC and the receiver to
establish a flat water ratePowerPass program implementation– Several community meetings held– Required for Sections 1 and 3 by OUC and receiver–Majority of occupants are participating
Utilities
Assessment / Repair Work for Sections 1 and 3:Evaluate potable water
system for leaks between master meters and units and make repairs
Utilities
Utilities
Assessment / Repair Work for Sections 1 and 3:Repairs to partially
collapsed gravity sewer–Stabilize shoring–Repair broken pipes–Fill and repave
driveway
Utilities
Assessment / Repair Work for Sections 1 and 3:Locate and inspect existing shut off valves–Conduct flow test for each unit–Replace all faulty or unable to locate valves
Secure water and install locking devices on all unoccupied units
Utilities
Minor repairs, shut off valves done by contractorOther work done by County field crewsApproximately $48,600 expended–Gravity sewer system and
water main repair - $22,300–Contractor costs (curb stops,
meter box, locks) - $12,200–Law enforcement
security - $14,100
Other Community Issues
Families have received relocation assistance–5 families relocated due to health / safety issues–3 families assisted who couldn’t find other
apartments–4 families assisted in restoring utility service (LIHEAP)
Other Community Issues
Tymber Skan Section 2 is significantly behind on water bill and at risk for termination of service
Current arrears approximately $50,000Solution would require coordination /
agreements with OUC
Presentation Outline
BackgroundOrange County Update– Code Enforcement– Public Works –Orange County Utilities–Other Community Issues
Sec. 1 and 3 HOA UpdateSummaryRequested Action
Section 1 and 3 HOA Update
Receiver has been working on a Community Business Plan
Executed a repayment agreement with OUCLegal and financial challenges remain
Presentation Outline
BackgroundOrange County Update– Code Enforcement– Public Works –Orange County Utilities–Other Community Issues
Sec. 1 and 3 HOA UpdateSummaryRequested Action
Summary
Approximately $182,200 in County funds expended
On-going code enforcement activities and coordination with receiver and OUC
Receiver is requesting County funds for legal assistance to stabilize revenues
Long term outlook is unknown
Presentation Outline
BackgroundOrange County Update– Code Enforcement– Public Works –Orange County Utilities–Other Community Issues
Sec. 1 and 3 HOA UpdateSummaryRequested Action
Requested Action
Board direction regarding financing of legal services to receiver for Tymber Skan HOA Sections 1 and 3