The 2026 Tree Tops Homeowners Association Meeting was called to order at 6:00PM on March 17, 2026 at the Germantown Community Library. Including the board members, six residents were present.

Denise White introduced the Board: herself, and Doug Eberle.

1. Landscaping Report

In addition to all the routine landscaping and tree work, there were extra expenses in 2025, of about 10K, including:

–landscaping and tree work required by the Village

–removal of trees to prevent them from falling on houses

–flood damaged trees

–clearing the shoreline of the large pond

Looking ahead to more extra expenses:

–the 40 acres of open space have many huge dead/dying trees, which are toppling over, due to effects of the June flood

–many of the 20+ year-old bushes are dying or overgrown with buckthorn, and need to be removed/replaced

–the pond fountains are nearly 25 years old, and could fail at any time, as recently happened in Windsong. They cost 10K each to replace, wiping out their reserve fund, and causing their HOA dues to increase to $550/year.

Due to all of the above factors, an increase in TT HOA dues from the present $350 to $400 is needed.

2. Financial Report/Vote on 2026 Dues

The 2026 budget was reviewed. After discussion, the consensus was to approve the budget and increase the dues to $400. The motion to do so was made and seconded. Voting was done with a show of hands. The motion was approved unanimously.

3. Lamp Post and Mailbox Report

Now, not only are the mailbox posts falling over throughout TT, the lamp posts are, too. The Board found a new, resin lamp post that will not rot, does not need painting, and is less expensive than a wooden post. Information on the post and installers is on the TT website.

Residents are encouraged to replace their rotting or damaged mailbox posts with the new, resin option, also found on the website.

Also, residents can change the location of their mailbox, if desired. Check with the post office first.

4. New Business

Park maintenance was discussed, including repairs needed to the play set, which are scheduled to start this summer.

Gary Schickert mentioned there is a tree down in the woods next to the park.

Scott Olejniczak reported two large dead trees leaning into a third, near his property which could fall on his house. Denise said she will be out to look at it.

The meeting was adjourned at 7:00PM.