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Committees
Budget Committee
Mission: The Budget Committee is committed to fostering financial transparency, accountability, and sustainability for our community. Our mission is to develop, review, and recommend a balanced budget that aligns with the community's goals and priorities while ensuring prudent management of resources. We work collaboratively with board members,
committee chairs, and owners to ensure an inclusive decision-making process that reflects the needs and interests of all stakeholders. Through diligent oversight and careful planning, we aim to maintain a financially healthy community, ensuring the long-term stability and value of our shared assets.
Working Team: Angela Fenton (Treasurer), George Logan (Reserve Studies Chair), Chris Dean (Capital Improvement Chair), Micheal Alekisch.
Capital Improvement Committee
Mission: The Capital Improvement Committee is dedicated to identifying, planning, and overseeing new projects that enhance the value, functionality, and appeal of our community. We strive to maintain transparency and actively involve owners in the decision-making process, ensuring that improvements align with the community's best interests. Our work is carried out under the financial oversight and approval of the Makaha Surfside Board of Directors, fostering trust and collaboration between the board and all community members.
Chair: Chris Dean
Members: Angela Fenton (Treasurer), Erin Smith, Jessica Herzog (BOD)
Communications Committee
Charter: View Charter
Procedures: View Procedures
Priorities
- Priority 1 - Website Security, Document Management and Approvals
- Priority 2 - Communications Channels Management
- Priority 3 - Maintain up to date Owner contact list
Chair - Jean Logan; Members - Kyaw ThaHla (Board Liaison), Marlena Bermoy, Meg Stousland
Contract Committee
Chair: Jessica Herzog (BOD)
Finance Committee
Mission: To review the annual budget and ensure expenses are planned for with consideration of the Reserve Study needs.
Chair: Angie Fenton, Members: All Current Board Members
House Rules/Policy Committee
Mission: The House Rules & Policy Committee is committed to fostering a safe, harmonious, and respectful living environment by developing, reviewing, and recommending clear and fair policies and rules for our community. Our goal is to ensure that all regulations align with community values, are easily understood, and are consistently enforced to enhance the quality of life for all residents. We prioritize transparency and open communication, actively seeking input from owners to ensure policies reflect the diverse perspectives and needs of our community. The committee works under the guidance and approval of the Makaha Surfside Board of Directors to maintain a balance between individual rights and community well-being.
Chair: Christine Dean, Members: Andre Williams, Renee Evangelista-Gouveia (Operations Supervisor), Jessica Herzog (BOD), Jim Hopkins (BOD), Michelle Kerklo (Secretary), Mike Aleksch, Patty Manzano
Quorum Committee
Mission: To meet the quorum required by and to fulfill the election obligations in accordance with Hawaii State laws governing Homeowners Associations
Aim: To have 100% of owners participate in elections
Goal: Keep current of owners contact information and desire method of communication
Chair: Marlena Bermoy, Members: Bill Lazu, Carolyn Hopkins, Jessica Herzog (BOD), Kyaw Hla (Vice President), Mel Wilson
Reserve Studies Committee
Mission: To fulfill the requirements of the reserve study mandated by Section 514B-148 of the Hawaii Condominium Act as a sound business practice, providing recommendations and guidance to the Makaha Surfside Homeowners’ Association Board.
Definition: A reserve study is composed of two parts:
- Physical Analysis:
This involves an inventory of all components, a thorough assessment of the physical condition of common areas under the HOA's responsibility, and an estimate of each component's remaining useful life. It includes cost estimates for the repair or replacement of assets and timelines for when these expenditures are expected to occur. - Financial Analysis:
This is an evaluation of the association's reserve fund, designed to develop a funding plan that ensures adequate financial resources are available for repairs or replacements when needed, maintaining the community's assets in good condition over time
Chair: George Logan, Members: Angela Fenton (Treasurer) Jess Herzog (BOD), Michelle Kerklo (Secretary), Micheal Alekisch
SOP Committee
Mission: Generate SOPs for all aspects of MSS Operations, once drafted they are to be delivered to the board for review.
Including but not limited to:
- Board Operations in detail
- Office and Maintenance Job Descriptions/Duties
- Committee actions and Meeting procedures
Chair Pro Tem: Jess Herzog (BOD), Members: Chris Dean, Michelle Kerklo (Secretary), Patty Manzano (others are pending)
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Office Hours
- Monday – Friday: 8am – 5pm
Upcoming Holidays Office closed on Christmas Day and New Years Day
- Presidents Day, February 19, 2024
- Memorial Day, May 27, 2024
- Kamehameha Day, Observed June 12, 2024
- Independence Day, July 4, 2024
- Labor Day, September 2, 2024
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Contact
- Phone: (808) 696-6991
- Email: office@makahasurfside.net
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