2014, Issue 3 Member’s Journal Your Guide to the Maui Schooner Resort, Maui, Hawaii

MAUI SCHOONER RESORT

MAUI SCHOONER RESORT MISSION STATEMENT

To provide a welcome slice of paradise for ourselves and our children, now and into the future

Professionally managed by Trading Places International

CAPTAIN’S CORNER

Aloha,

Since the last Schooner Scoop, the Board has met twice and approved the following items.

• We will begin updating the showers in 2015. Because we are converting the small tubs to showers, plumbing permits will be required from the County. Once permitted, the shower work will commence. In order to spread the costs over time and to keep as many of our units in service as possible for our guests, it is planned to take place over the next couple of years.

• Maui County requires us to install new water flow “detector valves” on our resort’s fire line main feed from the street before starting our work on the showers. Water use is an issue on the island, and the county wants to ensure fire lines are not used for general water use. The Board approved the required fire line work and it should be completed early next year.

• Our Time Warner wireless service will be improved to accommodate our guests’ increased use of multiple wireless devices at the resort including computer laptops, E-readers, I-pads, and smart phones. Hopefully, you will note the improvement during your next stay at the Schooner.

• We approved the purchase and installation of a solar heating system for our pool. This will reduce our pool’s propane fuel bill for heating. The payback for the installation cost is expected to

be fairly short. This project should be completed by the end of this year. The Board continues checking into the feasibility of utilizing solar power for a portion of the resort’s electrical needs.

Your Board is very concerned that Maui County continues to escalate property tax issues by increasing both the Schooners property valuation and tax rate. The resulting increased tax bill for the Schooner has necessitated us to reluctantly increase our annual maintenance fees by 3% for this next year. The Board and management have done an excellent job in controlling and reducing costs where we can, but the tax increase was too great for us to absorb and still keep the Schooner up to our owners’ expectations. We continue to work on this issue and currently plan to contest our evaluation before Maui County next year when the county allows such appeals to occur.

Mahalo and best wishes to you for a Happy Holiday Season and Prosperous New Year.

Mahalo,

Tom Newman President, Maui Schooner

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The beloved humpback whales are back!! Boat captain reports humpback sighting miles southwest of Mala Warf.

The whales are some of Maui’s most faithful visitors. Two-thirds of the entire population of North Pacific humpbacks migrates here from Alaska, returning year after year from mid-December thru May to give birth in the warm, shallow waters. The whales put on a fantastic show of tail-slaps and breaches, entertaining thousands of beach-goers and whale watchers.

It is believed that the kohola (whales) have been visiting Hawaiian waters for hundreds of years and were an important symbol to the ancient Hawaiians. Respect for the ocean and marine life is deeply embedded in the native Hawaiian culture, and in 1994 the Hawaiian Islands Humpbacks Whale National Marine Sanctuary was created to protect the humpback whales and their habitat in Hawaii.

The beachfront setting of the sanctuary headquarters in Kihei pro-vides both beautiful scenery and spectacular nature watching. During winter, whales can easily be spotted on the horizon with frequent activity close to the Maui Schooner shore line. Guest have com-mented on the displays of nature’s wonder directly from their lanais on property. I hope you too have this opportunity during your visit.

Replacement items purchased recently:

• Jacobsen Eclipse 2 Hybrid 22” blade Mower used for our turf grass• John Deere riding lawn mower• Queen size sleeper mechanism• Gas grill• Spa filter• All King size headboards replaced free of charge due to peeling of

material

• ADA Braille signs for all rooms installed and braille exit signs on each floor stairway

• Pillows• Pyrex glass bake ware• Bath mats• Bed pads, king and queen• Oscillating standing fans• Flower vases • Coolers• Angle brooms with dust pans• Cutlery trays• Roll a way bed• Coffee makers, toasters, blenders , rice cookers and thermal carafe’s• T-Fal nonstick cookware sets with utensils• Curtain hooks, salt and pepper shakers

Maui was spared with the two hurricanes that passed our way recently; Iselle and Ana. The Maui Schooner sustained no damages from either of these storm fronts that passed over us.

We want to say Mahalo for sharing your vacation experience either in person or your comments. The staff here continues to show their Aloha in welcoming you back to your home away from home.

Have a wonderful fall and winter season and I look forward to seeing you soon!

Mahalo,

Nancy Geist Resort Manager

ALOHA KAKOU (GREETINGS TO ALL)

TO THE

NANCY GEIST, Resort General Manager

“Aloha and Mahalo to the staff and management of the Maui Schooner. We have been owners at the Schooner since its inception. We can honestly say the resort is as beautiful and pristine as the day it opened. The new restaurant just adds to the beauty of the resort. Mahalo again to all for keeping our paradise away from home so attractive.”

- Joseph and Joyce Serauskas

I would like to say that of the ten plus time shares the wife and I own, the Maui Schooner has the most little things that make it feel like home. With flower vases, cookie and muffin sheets, wood block with knives, blender, mixing bowls etc. Also inside unit laundry, beach chairs, ice chest, the fans and AC are quiet, everything is or looks new.

- Calvin and Carol Dalke

December 11, 2014 - Board Meeting (Telephonic)

April 17, 2015 - Board Meeting

April 18, 2015 - Annual Owner Meeting

June 25, 2015 - Board Meeting (Telephonic)

BOARD MEETING DATES BOARD OF DIRECTORSTom Newman ..........................................................President

Greg Gfeller .................................................... Vice President

Brian Bowcock ........................................................ Secretary

Teresa Keller .......................................................... Treasurer

Gordon Johansen ............................Asst. Treasurer/Secretary

Contact your board of directors at board@mauischooner.com

Staff Spotlight

“My name is Roland Blue. I was born and raised in the Philippines. I moved to Hawaii for better education and for a better life. I enjoy fishing and travelling, and simply spending time with my family. As one of Jehovah’s Witnesses, I enjoy going door to door and helping others get to know the kingdom of God. It has been a privilege to be working at the Maui Schooner Resort for the past 12 years. I have learned so much and I continue to learn new things everyday.”

-Roland Blue

June 26, 2014

The board reviewed and discussed:

• Financial statements through May 31, 2014

• Delinquency report• Occupancy reports• Comment cards • Sales reports• Trial shower options

The board approved:

• The minutes from the April 25th and 26th 2014 meetings

• To accept the financial statements through May 2014

• Hawaii Pacific Solar pool proposal with a budget not to exceed $15,000, pending results of architect review of roof.

• To have Anthony Riecke-Gonzales evaluate and draft up applicable drawings for ADA pool bathrooms, common pool area and the roof for solar panels

• To purchase a new lawnmower with a budget not to exceed $6,000.

The board directed management to:

• Work with Gordie Johansen to appeal the property tax assessed values for 2015

• Proceed with the ADA compliant exit signs• Compile alternate shower options for the

September meeting for review.

September 25 & 26, 2014

The board reviewed and discussed:

• Financials through July 31, 2014• Delinquency report• Occupancy reports• Comment cards • Sales reports• 2015 Budget and Assessment, Billing and

Collection (ABC) Policy• Owner Correspondence

The board reviewed and discussed:

• The minutes from the June 26 2014 meeting• The proposed 2015 budget with changes,

inclusive of a 3% increase in maintenance fees and an $80,000 contribution to AOAO reserves, for a total combined reserve contribution of $486,115.

• The 2015 ABC policy• To engage Fitzgerald and Associates to

perform the annual audit and complete the tax returns at no increase in cost from the prior year

• To proceed with the Time Warner Cable proposal as presented for increased WiFi service.

• To proceed with the mower replacement as presented for a cost not to exceed $14,000

• To proceed with the back flow project for up to $25,000 with up to $2500 to for an engineer at this time

• To proceed with shower replacements at this time for a cost not to exceed $180,000 for approximately 20 or more showers, with the corrian pan to be installed by the plumber and the remainder of the work done in-house

The board directed management to:• Look at possibly removing the metal bands

on the palm trees. • Write formal procedures for room moves

and luggage storage, including looking into alternate options

• Work with the updated reserve study to come up with recommendations for the next 3-5 years.

• Proceed with lanai table replacements as needed.

• Ensure that any safety issues with regards to parking lot cracks were addressed immediately on an ongoing basis

BOARD MEETING RECAP

Who is Staying at the Maui Schooner Resort?

January through September 2014

This graph is based on total available room nights.Unoccupied: Includes no-shows, late check-ins and early check-outsOwner: Includes owner or guest-of-owner usageRental: Includes owner and HOA rentalsTPI Exchange: Includes exchanges booked through Trading Places InternationalII Exchange: Includes exchanges booked through Interval InternationalOther: Includes exchanges booked through other exchange companies

The Board of Directors met on June 26, 2014 and September 25 & 26, 2014. The following are highlights from those meetings:

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Calendar of Events

The Annual meeting of the members is scheduled to be held at the Maui Schooner Resort on Saturday, April 18, 2015. The official agenda and proxy ballot will be sent to the owners in March 2015.

One of the items of business will be the election of directors. If you would like to run for the election to a three-year term on the board, you may request a nomination form in the following ways:

By mail: Trading Places International, Attn: Dro Admin 25510 Commercentre Drive, Suite 100 Lake Forest, CA 92630

By email: droadmin@tradingplaces.com

By phone: 800-877-7976 ext. 1697624 or 1697773

By fax: 949-315-3753

To ensure proper processing time, your COMPLETED nomination form must be received at Trading Places NO LATER THAN Friday, FEBRUARY 6, 2015.

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THANKSGIVING DINNER CRUISE11/27 • 2:00pm, 5:00pm and 5:30pmFor a unique Maui-style way to celebrate Thanksgiving, enjoy your holiday feast in a remarkable setting -- on the ocean with spectacular 360 degree views of the West Maui mountains and neighbor islands. As a bonus, our 5:00 pm and 5:30 pm cruises offer the beauty of the ocean and islands drenched in the golden hues of sunset. Our Thanksgiving cruise takes place on our eco-friendly, smooth-riding catamaran, departing from historic Lahaina Harbor. All guests are guaranteed outdoor seating!

MAUI MOMPRENEUR WINTER SHOWCASE CRAFT FAIR12/6 • 9:00am - 1:00pmShowcasing Maui’s Mom-owned businesses. Come out and support local! There will be handmade gift items perfect for Christmas, baked goods, jewelry and more! Admission is free.

JASON MRAZ AND RAINING JANE12/14 • 7:30pmThis California-based singer/songwriter, whose laid-back, melodic songs reveal influences from

folk to hip-hop to soft rock, will provide and evening of fun along with LA-based folk-rock band Raining Jane.

CHRISTMAS BRUNCH12/25 • 11:30amThere’s no better way to celebrate a beautiful Christmas than on a Christmas Brunch Cruise on the majestic Pacific. This two-hour cruise takes place on an ultra-smooth catamaran and includes a delectable holiday buffet, featuring many locally grown and organic foods. Bring along your camera for the spectacular views of the West Maui Mountains and neighbor islands. As a special bonus of the season, sightings of humpback whales are also very likely!

MAUI POPS! RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN CELEBRATION1/25 • 3:00pmBy popular demand, Maui Pops again presents an all-Broadway program! This year features the music of Rodgers & Hammerstein with many of the most loved and most familiar songs from The King and I, South Pacific, Showboat, The Sound of Music, and more!

MAUI CHINESE NEW YEAR FESTIVAL2/21 • 9:00am – 2:30pmChinese New Year Festival is scheduled for February 2015 to greet the new year of the Ram. Bring in good fortune, happiness, wealth and longevity in the upcoming year. This 16th Annual Maui Chinese New Year will greet the new lunar calendar with traditional lion dancers and fireworks, Chinese cultural crafts, calligraphy, good luck food and charms, traditional dance, Chinese historical display depicting Maui Chinese families and culture, good luck photo with historical Lion from Kwock Hing Society, keiki (children) activities, art contest and attire contest and great cultural entertainment.

*TPI & the Maui Schooner Resort are not responsible for events operated by and information provided by third parties. The information is provided as a courtesy to help our guests and owners in planning their vacation experience while at the Maui Schooner Resort. For participation, updates or additional information regarding activities or events, please contact the provider directly.

OWNER SERVICES800-877-7976 ext. 1 | ownerservices@tradingplaces.com• Book use time / Deposit your week (TPI, II)• Inquire about your contract• Learn booking rules• Pay maintenance fees

EXCHANGE800-877-7976 ext. 3 | exchange@tradingplaces.com• Competitive exchange fees & great destinations• ONLINE exchange option 24/7

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TRAVEL & CRUISE800-877-7976 ext. 6 | travel@tradingplaces.com• Air, car, hotel, cruise, and vacation packages

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RENTAL800-877-7976 ext. 4 | rentals@tradingplaces.com• List your MSR unit for rent• Rent additional nights at MSR, or other TPI resorts

www.tradingplaces.com/CONDOCONNECT• Up to 70% off last-minute vacation rentals

www.tradingplaces.com/HOTDEALS• Great weekly rates. . . Plan ahead!

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RESORT MANAGEMENT

The Maui Schooner Resort disclaims any responsibility for claims made or the performance of goods and services advertised in this newsletter.

Write to board members c/o TPI at the above address.

Front Desk: 808-879-5247Activities Desk: 808-879-9961MSR Fax: 808-875-0259E-mail: msr@tradingplaces.com Website: www.mauischooner.com

25510 Commercentre Dr., Suite 100Lake Forest, CA 92630

As your management company, Trading Places is dedicated to making your property the best it can be. Please feel free to contact us at any time.

Important Maintenance Fee InformationRegular association dues are billed annually and are due and payable per your ABC policy. A statement is mailed to you as a courtesy; non-receipt of a statement does not relieve you of your financial obligation.

Pay Online at www.mauischooner.com/payQuestions about your Maintenance Fees or Assessment Billings? Call the Accounting Department at 800-877-7976 ext. 7 or e-mail billings@tradingplaces.com

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Owner ServicesGreetings from Trading Places Owner Services!

Have you booked your 2015 reservation yet? Remember, owners can book their reservations 18 months in advance to the day. If you haven’t already confirmed your plans for 2015 – please do so now! Call 800-877-7976 ext. 1 to speak with one of our friendly and helpful Owner Services agents today. Or make your reservation online:

www.mauischooner.com/owners/reservationrequest

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Please note that all reservations are NOT valid until they are confirmed in writing by Trading Places International.

Can’t travel? We have options for you! Deposit your week today with Trading Places and receive a week of credit for exchange to a variety of locations. Please call 800-877-7976 ext. 1 or email ownerservices@tradingplaces.com for further assistance. If you wish to deposit a future week, please remember that the association dues must be pre-paid for the year you wish to deposit.

We look forward to hearing from you soon!

Your Owner Services Vacation Specialists