Hi again,

I'm sure you’ve seen the most recent email from the HOA. It stated that the recent ballot would not be taken into consideration due to not receiving a majority of ballots to proceed with a vote. The board has re-sent the ballot in hopes of getting a better response.

Every person that I have spoken with regarding retaining our right to rent out our vacation homes/cabins has stated that they want to retain that right. Several owners did not respond but everyone that did (except one owner that was undecided) voted "no" on this restriction.

Recently, Justin Hobbs sent out an email requesting that we discuss this in the upcoming board meeting rather than in a mailed-out ballot. I completely agree and am writing you now to ask for your help in encouraging the board to wait until then to make any major changes. Both Justin and I have requested we wait until the meeting, but the board has been unresponsive. Would you please take a few minutes out of your day today to sign this petition to postpone any decisions until the upcoming meeting in July? I don't wish to put words into anyone's mouth.

I'm trying to maintain a positive outlook on the dealings I have had with the HOA board but am having difficulty with that. My emails and calls were responded to promptly when there weren't any disagreements between the board and my family. Since the concerns arose, I have been all but ignored. I find this odd, unprofessional, and frankly, somewhat underhanded. Based on some of your responses, this isn't uncommon when someone disagrees with the HOA board. That's certainly not to say the entirety of the board is aware of this, but certain members undoubtedly are.

Please help us not only retain our rights on this issue but ensure that any potential concerns in the future will be addressed in a fair manner that respects the opinions of the residents within our HOA. We purchased our cabin in hopes of having a peaceful place to relax, go fishing, and enjoy the beauty that Strawberry has to offer. We don't mind having an HOA to help maintain our cabins and respect our neighbors and fellow cabin owners; however, the HOA is currently crossing that line into infringing on our rights as homeowners.

Please understand that this is only a petition to allow us to be heard at the meeting before a decision is made. It is by no means a binding decision in either direction. Thank you for your consideration in this matter that is so important to all of us.