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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Late 2015 (Subject to Hearing)

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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