Update 2 July 2022
Elections 2017
2017-2018 HOA
Board of Directors
President:
 Helen Ruvelas
Vice President:
  
Treasurer:
 Mary Williams
Secretary:
 Terri Piper-Johnson
Member at Large:
 Candice Shultz
2017 Election Vote Results
Name Count
Michael Barto
111
Candice Shultz
74
Terri Piper-Johnson
60
Mary Williams
46
Helen Ruvelas
39
(click name to read profile statement)
posted 24 August 2017
HOA Organization Meeting
ELECTION RESULTS
On July 24th Annual Election Meeting Results were announced as followed:
2017 Election Results
Name Count
%
Michael Barto
111
34%
Candice Shultz
74
22%
Terri Piper-Johnson
60
18%
Mary Williams
46
14%
Helen Ruvelas
39
12%
Seventy-five ballots were cast.
Organization Meeting
The new Board immediately attended after the end of the Open Meeting its Organization meeting to form a new Board by the election of Officers. In violation to Davis-Sterling, members were not allowed to observer this meeting.
Revoke Member Election
Before the formation of the Board by selecting Officers, Helen Revalus moved to revote the election of Michael Barto. Michael Barto protested that this was not on the agenda, should be schedule for future meeting, that he had a right for a hearing with witnesses and that this was not the function of an Organization meeting.
Must Be Removed Now.
Helen Revalus countered that it was too important that Michael not serve anytime on the Board and requested that he be removed immediately. Helen Revalus, Mary Williams and Candice Shultz voted to revoke Michael Barto's election. Terri-Piper Johnson abstained.
Does Not Physicall Sleep in His Condoi
Helen Revalus reason was that even though Michael Barto has declared that his condo was his primary residence, he had violated the Election Rules adopted in 2014 by htree Board member. The Election Rules overwrote the HOA By-Laws by restricting Board members to only those persons whose primary residence is Harbor Vista. Helen Revalus said that since he does not physically sleep at his condo on a regular bases, that he was in violation of the Election Rules. Michael was asked to leave the meeting by the three members.
Officiers
At the closed of Organization Meeting, Helen Revalus was elected as President, Terri Piper Johnson continues as Secretary, Mary Williams continues as Board Treasurer, and Candice Shultz became the new Member at Large.■
posted 11 June 2016
Editorial
HVN 2017 ENDORSEMENTS
by Michael Barto
Once a Year, the HOA holds elections called the Annual Meeting. Each member of the HOA (property owner per unit) has 5 votes to elect five candidates. This is a total 900 votes across 180 units. If a member owns multiple units, they can cast multiples of five vote each. These votes are cumulative which means that each members can cast all their votes for one candidate or distribute them across multiple candidates.
Six Candidates
The 2017 election, represents the first time since 2013 that we have a contested election with more than five candidates for five positions. This year we have six candidates. Terri-Piper Johnson and Mary Williams are running as incumbents. Michael Barto and Cynthia Lee are former Harbor Vista Board members. The remaining candidates Helen Ruvelas and Candice Shultz will be new to the Harbour Vista Board - though candidate Helen Ruvelas has served as a board officer (including President) on various organization and Candice Shultz was a Co-President at another HOA. Read each Candidate’s statement HERE.
WE ENDORSE TWO CANDIDATES
Harbour Vista News has decided to “Endorse” two of the Candidates. Michael Barto (yours truly [and self serving]) and Terri-Piper Johnson These are the only two candidates that have stated in their nomination requests that negotiation of the Land Lease must be a major priority.
For Myself
Most of you that read the Newsletter and know what I stand for. I want members to work together. I am very concerned with our property values remaining stagnant. Too many Harbour Vista properties are purchased as rentals because of large return on investment with low cost. This can only be stopped if Harbour Vista property values increase. The Land Lease must be extended and Harbour Vista financials must improve. Read my campaign statement.
For Terr Piper-Johnson
Terri-Piper Johnson has the same Land Lease Priorities as I do. But she also wants HOA fiscally responsible. When Terri was elected as Board Secretary to the current Board, she campaigned to curtail HOA legal expenses. Her action resulted in our legal council fees being collected on a contingency basis for a completion of a litigation. Read her campaign statement.
Set Mandates
Though your vote cannot elect the HOA President, the amount of votes cast may influence how the Board’s mandate is defined and who they select for which officer.
Election Requirements
As long as I have been tracking the Harbour Vista election, Quorum is never been met at the Initial Annual Meeting (92 members cast votes). This requires that the meeting be re-convened from anywhere from one week to 30 days later. At that time, quorum requirements are reduced to just 46 members cast votes. If that is not met, a similar procedure is repeated reducing the quorum again till the election can be certified and the results announced. 
Missing Ballot?
If you threw away your ballot, you can request another one from Majority Rule or better yet come to the Annual Meeting on June 26th, ask for a ballot and cast your vote.
Contact the Newsletter
Whether you support Harbour Vista News endorsements or not, please feel free to contact the Newsletter by phone (Cell 714-883-1949 [text]) or email (mbarto@logiqwest.com [text ok]) if you want to know more or just discuss issues.

Harbour Vista News has also posted all the Campaign Statements HERE along with some election information in our "Candidates Corner 2017" web page. ■
---Michael Barto
Revised update posted 26 June 2017
NOTICE
THE ELECTION MEETING HAS BEEN
RESCHEDULES FOR MONDAY JULY 24th
CABANA CLUBHOUSE
6:30PM
Open to MEMBERS
Quorum of 91 vote cast was not met at the June 26th meeting (only 73 votes cast). Quorun will be reduced to 46 votes cast and the Annual (Elections) will be held on July 24th. Members may still not cast their ballots, if they have not already done so up and to the meeting on July 24th.■
posted 13 June 2017
FYI
DISCLOSURE OF
HOA MAILING LIST
Due to a recently mailing by non identifying sender disucssing the current election, many members are furious that their mailing address has been compromised without their permission. But according to the Davis-Stirling Act Civic Code §5200(a)(9), any member can obtain this list which consiting of only a member's name, property address, and mailing address. To understand this more, see Member List
   
Michael Barto
Occupation:
Technologist
Goals and Objectives:
My philosophy is "We are All In This Together" and I will spend the time to focus on addressing important issues that impact ALL residents in the HARBOUR VISTA community.
Community Association Experience:
I publish and maintain as a volunteer, the "unofficial" Harbour Vista Newsletter (http://harbourvistanew.com) for this Community.
Civic Organizations and Positions Held:
I held the position as Secretary for Harbour Vista HOA from 2012 to 2013. I am the current Spokesperson for the HOA Architectural Committee.
State why you should be elected to the Board of Directors:
Our HOA has been running in the red since September 2016. We cannot continue this way. There is no extension to the Land Lease. Out legal expenses are out of control. Property values are static. With low property values and high rents, Harbour Vista has become a prime investment property to convert units to rentals. Recently an investor purchased three 3 bedrooms for rental units in less than four months. The only way to stop this is to increase the property values by making Harbour Vista financially solvent. These goals need to be accomplished without significant impact to its members. For the Land Lease extension, we must start negotiating with Dermot Realty immediately. Some creative financing must be made available to fixed income members. To return to solvency without significant increase in dues, I propose that the HOA turn over maintenance responsibility of "Exclusive Use Common Areas (EUCA)" to its members such as the balconies. This turnover will require a working Board to negotiate with the members as to remaining shared expenses. For many years the parking and roadways remain shabby. I propose a two year monthly assessment to funds these repairs which can be use as collateral to fund this project.

Too many members this that Management company is doing very little and cannot be trusted. I think they must be probably managed by the Board. I propose implementing a process such as a weekly conference call with the Property Management Company and open this to members for status updates to get these things on track.

As a HOA Board member, I consider that I should facilitate, not dictate. The Board must be transparent to members, public in their processes and use a team of volunteers to implement HOA policies. This is hard work for the BOD. I already have a track records for success when I services on the Board in 2012 - 2013. Please consider voting for me. You may contact me at 714-883-1949 if you want more discussion.
Cynthia Lee
Occupation:
Operational Support Technician
Goals and Objectives:
Staying in-tune with the homeowners' concerns
Maintaining open communication with the homeowners
Implementing some type of parking regulations and restrictions
Community Association Experience:
Prior Harbour Vista Homeowners' Association Board Member for approximately 8 years where I served as Secretary.
Civic Organizations and Positions Held:
Long Beach Junior Chamber of Commerce- Individual Development
Vice President and Secretary
Member of the St. Bonaventure Justice and Peace Ministry where I assist the homeless, and help Precious Life Centers for homeless mothers and their babies.
State why you should be elected to the Board of Directors:
As a homeowner for the past 14 years, I feel our property needs to be maintained to a high level of standards. I feel there's a lot of deferred maintenance in our community and I want to work hard to try and tackle these issues by setting funds aside. I would also like to build up our operating account.
Terri Piper-Johnson
Occupation:
Retired, Part time grandma babysitter
Goals and Objectives:
Negotiate additional years on Land Lease
Keep operating expenses in the black (NOT RED)
Improve parking lots
Improve building structures
Community Association Experience:
Harbour Vista 1 year 2016- 2017 Board Secretary
Civic Or·ganizations and Positions Held
Calistoga, CA Rotary President & board member
Calistoga Education Foundation board member at large
Board Member ofRiverlea Sq. Ass. Calistoga CA
Civic Organizations and Positions Held:
I held the position as Secretary for Harbour Vista HOA from 2012 to 2013. I am the current Spokesperson for the HOA Architectural Committee.
State why you should be elected to the Board of Directors:
  • Would like to be president of our board this year
  • Have been instrumental in ordering all the pool furniture we have on the Cabana side.
  • Have a commitment to follow thru on goals I have not seen come to fruition.
  • Love my neighbors and the people in this community.
  • I feel safe and respected.
posted 11 June 2017
General Election FAQ
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
GENERAL ELECTION
  1. How do I vote?
    Refer to the instructions on the Ballot and items I through 5 above.
  2. Do I sign the Ballot?
    NO. There is a space on the green envelope that does require your signature to comply with Civil Code §5115(a)(l).
  3. Do I sign the Address Envelope?
    YES. The green envelope MUST also contain your name and return address.
  4. Can I use a return address label?
    YES. But, you will still be required to sign your name in the upper left hand comer of the green envelope.
  5. When must I return my voted Ballot?
    Please see the Voting Instructions on the reverse which show the date by which the Ballots must be returned if you plan on voting by absentee Ballot. If you plan on attending the meeting, you may cast your Ballot at that time.
  6. If I lose my Ballot that was sent to me, can I get another one?
    YES. Contact Action Property Management, Inc. at (949) 450-0202. You will be required to
    sign a statement under penalty of perjury that you either lost, destroyed or did not receive the first Ballot. The Inspectors of Election shall maintain a record of each such request and if it is determined that the Owner voted twice, even by mistake, the first Ballot received will be counted.
  7. Can I change my vote after my Ballot has been returned?
    NO. The Ballot is irrevocable. If it is determined that an Owner voted twice, even by mistake, the first Ballot received will be counted.
  8. How are Ballots Counted?
    Ballots are counted and tabulated by the Inspectors of Election in public at the Annual Meeting
    following the close of balloting. Any Member of the Association may witness the counting and
    tabulation of thc votes.
  9. What if I want to vote for a candidate that is NOT on the Ballot?
    A member can do a write-in vote for someone not on the ballot, the person must be nominated and accept the nomination prior to or at the meeting in order to be elected. If the write-in candidate does not accept nomination as a candidate, then he/she is not a valid candidate and can not be elected at the meeting.
  10. What happens to my vote if the candidate I vote for withdraws his/her name from nomination?
    If the candidate withdraws, he/she cannot be elected. The vote essentially is ineffective. The secret ballot cannot be canceled and re-voted because it is irrevocable. If a candidate who has withdrawn receives the most votes, he/she is not elected because he/she is no longer a nominee.
posted 11 June 2017
General Election FAQ
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
GENERAL ELECTION
  1. How do I vote?
    Refer to the instructions on the Ballot and items I through 5 above.
  2. Do I sign the Ballot?
    NO. There is a space on the green envelope that does require your signature to comply with Civil Code §5115(a)(l).
  3. Do I sign the Address Envelope?
    YES. The green envelope MUST also contain your name and return address.
  4. Can I use a return address label?
    YES. But, you will still be required to sign your name in the upper left hand comer of the green envelope.
  5. When must I return my voted Ballot?
    Please see the Voting Instructions on the reverse which show the date by which the Ballots must be returned if you plan on voting by absentee Ballot. If you plan on attending the meeting, you may cast your Ballot at that time.
  6. If I lose my Ballot that was sent to me, can I get another one?
    YES. Contact Action Property Management, Inc. at (949) 450-0202. You will be required to
    sign a statement under penalty of perjury that you either lost, destroyed or did not receive the first Ballot. The Inspectors of Election shall maintain a record of each such request and if it is determined that the Owner voted twice, even by mistake, the first Ballot received will be counted.
  7. Can I change my vote after my Ballot has been returned?
    NO. The Ballot is irrevocable. If it is determined that an Owner voted twice, even by mistake, the first Ballot received will be counted.
  8. How are Ballots Counted?
    Ballots are counted and tabulated by the Inspectors of Election in public at the Annual Meeting
    following the close of balloting. Any Member of the Association may witness the counting and
    tabulation of thc votes.
  9. What if I want to vote for a candidate that is NOT on the Ballot?
    A member can do a write-in vote for someone not on the ballot, the person must be nominated and accept the nomination prior to or at the meeting in order to be elected. If the write-in candidate does not accept nomination as a candidate, then he/she is not a valid candidate and can not be elected at the meeting.
  10. What happens to my vote if the candidate I vote for withdraws his/her name from nomination?
    If the candidate withdraws, he/she cannot be elected. The vote essentially is ineffective. The secret ballot cannot be canceled and re-voted because it is irrevocable. If a candidate who has withdrawn receives the most votes, he/she is not elected because he/she is no longer a nominee.
Helen Ruvelas
Occupation:
Retired
Goals and Objectives:
To be more aware of community issues
To be more mediators then instigators
Community Association Experience:
I define this as the much larger are than Harbour Vista
1973- 2013 work with, and created and served on various 501 (c) 3 organizations.
I have been a board member, president, co-chair and many other positions.
Civic Organizations and Positions Held:
None- I have not held any gov't positions.
State why you should be elected to the Board of Directors:
I believe that I am a responsible person who can be counted on to do the best possible job.
Candice Shultz
Occupation:
Retired
Goals and Objectives:
To create fair & balanced decisions to benefit all homeowners living and owners in Harbour Vista, including investment owners. And to make decisions in a timely manner and to be non-bias to just the side "Cabanna" which I live on.
Community Association Experience:
Co-Pres. Arroyo Grove HOA
In job, worked directly with management companies for HOA's.
Civic Organizations and Positions Held:
Long Beach Junior Chamber of Commerce- Individual Development
Vice President and Secretary
Member of the St. Bonaventure Justice and Peace Ministry where I assist the homeless, and help Precious Life Centers for homeless mothers and their babies.
State why you should be elected to the Board of Directors:
One thing I have always prided myself on is being a fair person. I am able to make decisions that can and will benefit all not just myself. This development can have great future potential to gain in value if the right decisions or made.
Mary Williams
Occupation:
Office Manager
Community Association Experience:
Served on Harbour Vista board 2005 to 2012 and from 2015 to present
Civic Organizations and Positions Held:
Board of Directors with specialty contracting company that I am employed by
State why you should be elected to the Board of Directors:
As owners we all need to work together to htlp insure that decisions are based en what is best for the community and the environment. There is a financial interest for all of us to keep Harbour Vista well run. Any decision that I would make as a member of the board would embrace those values.
posted 11 June 2017
More Election Information and Correction
BALLOTS ALREADY MAILED IN CANNOT BE REPLACED
If you mailed your ballot into Majority Rules prior to learning of the known "Write-In" candidates running for a seat on the Board, unfortunately you will not be able to void that ballot and request a replacement ballot.

According to Davis-Sterling Civil Code §5120 and our Election Rules ballots are "Irrevocable" once they are received by the Election Commission (Majority Rule). So, unfortunately those of you who mailed your ballot in and now would like to vote for some of the known write-in candidates you will not be able to do so. However, your valid ballot will count toward reaching Quorum at the Annual Meeting.

According to Davis-Sterling Civil Code §5120. Counting Ballots; Irrevocable, once the ballot is received by the Election Commission (in this case "Majority Rules"). .■
posted 11 June 2017
NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING OF THE MEMBERSHIP
HARBOUR VISTA HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
A California Nonprofit Mutual Benefit Corporation
NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING OF THE MEMBERSHIP
MEETING DATE: JUNE 26, 2017    
LOCATION: HARBOUR VISTA CABANA CLUBHOUSE
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA		    
REGISTRATION: 6:30 P.M.
POLLS OPEN AT:
6:30 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER AT: 6:30P.M.
  

THE PURPOSE OF THE MEETING IS AS FOLLOWS:

  1. To elect new Directors: Five (5) Directors will be elected for a term of one (1) year;
  2. To determine the allocation of any excess operating funds at the end of the current fiscal year;

If quorum is achieved and Directors are elected, there will be an Organizational Meeting of the Board of Directors immediately following the Annual Meeting to appoint officers.

HOW DO I VOTE?

The voting is accomplished by secret ballot, as mandated by California Civil Code. If you cannot attend, you may vote by completing and returning the enclosed Secret Ballot. If you do not wish to cast a vote, please check the "Quorum Purposes Only" box as this will help establish quorum for the meeting and save the Association added costs if quorum is not met.

ll1c Ballot may be sent or hand delivered to the Inspcctor(s) of Election, c/o Majority Rules, LLC, PO Box 608, Yorba Linda, CA 92885. All ballots must be received by Friday, June 23, 2017, othen:vise ballots may be hand delivered to the meeting, or any adjournment thereof, prior to the close of balloting.

HOW MANY VOTES DOES EACH HOMEOWNER HAVE?

Each unit has a total oftive (5) votes to cast. A member of the Association has armounced his/her intention to vote cumulatively; this means, you may cast all of your five (5) votes for one candidate, or you may distribute your five (5) votes among the candidates in any way, provided you do not vote with fractions and the total number of votes does not exceed five (5). Members and Candidates may witness the review, counting, and tabulation of the secret ballots by the Inspector(s) of Election once the balloting has been closed.

CANDIDATES

The known candidates are: Michael Barto, Terri Piper-Johnson, Gayle Poynter, Candice Shultz and Mary Williams. At the Annual Meeting, additional nominations will be taken from the floor for candidates to serve on the Board. Each nominee will be given a chance to present a brief speech on his/her qualifications for consideration.

IT IS IMPORTANT that you either attend the Annual Meeting or return your Ballot since a quorum (51% of the voting power of the members - 92 members) must be present either in person or represented by secret ballot to conduct the annual meeting. (Bylaws, Article II, Section 2.03)

ll1is Notice is issued by order of the Secretary of the Association.
posted 11 June 2017
Instructions
OFFICIAL VOTING INSTRUCTION AND FAQ'S
HARBOUR VISTA HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
A California Nonprofit Mutual Benefit Corporation

Election of the Board of Directors
  1. The Membership is electing five (5) Directors for a term of one ( l) year. If you cast more than five (5) votes, your ballot will not be valid and your votes will not be counted. Please vote by placing the number of votes (1, 2, 3 ... ) by the candidate's name. Do not use an "X" or checkmark to cast your votes. The actual Ballot is enclosed with this information and marked "Irrevocable Secret Ballot." For the purpose of electing the Board of Directors, you have five (5) votes which all may be cast for one candidate, or cast among several candidates as desired. Fractional voting is not allowed and the total number of votes cast may not exceed five (5). Ballots marked otherwise may be deemed invalid.
  2. After you have finished voting, place your completed Ballot into the white envelope which states, "Irrevocable Secret Ballot Enclosed."
  3. Place the white envelope (containing the completed Ballot) into the green "Address Envelope." Seal the green envelope and print your name and property address in the upper left hand comer of the front of the envelope, then sign the green envelope in the space provided.
  4. Place your Green Address Envelope into the United States mail, private overnight mail service; OR deliver your envelope to the Inspectors of Election, c/o Majority Rules, LLC, PO Box 608, Yorba Linda, CA 92885. The last date absentee Ballots can be accepted (either by U.S. Mail, overnight delivery service or hand delivery) is 5:00P.M. on Friday, June 23, 2017.
  5. All votes received prior to the close of balloting will be counted and tabulated by the Inspectors of Election in public at the annual meeting on June 26, 2017 after the close of balloting.
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