CRAIG WIRCH My wife B ARBARA and I have been coming to Outdoor Resort for more than 20 years. Our children were young and it was a great place to come during Spring Break to experience warmth, sunshine, friendly people, and relaxation.
Last month, an amendment to the A&A Rules was posted to clarify the types of RV covers, shades and extensions to awnings that would be allowed in the Resort. Following comments from owners, an omission was discovered regarding partial RV covers.
In 2009 we made the decision to become owners, giving us the opportunity to visit and enjoy ORPS a little more often while still running our own business back home. Each subsequent year we have been able to add more days to our season and are continuing to meet new people and enjoy long lasting friendships. This has also opened up opportunities to become more involved including volunteering to serve on the Tree Committee and on the Pickleball Executive Board. This past summer we sold our business and as of October 1 began a new chapter in our lives that we call refocusing . We are excited about the many changes that are taking place and we are trusting our Lord for continued wisdom and direction on our life journey ahead. I began my career working in the hospitality industry for seven years. Experience included managing the front office of various hotels as well as managing a hotel property in Banff, Alberta. I also spent 15 years working in Christian Ministry. For 10 of those years I directed and managed the Ministry of Insight for Living (Chuck Swindoll) in Canada. For the past 21 years, I operated my own successful Merry Maids Franchise which won top awards both in Canada and North America for Excellent Customer Service, Employee Retention and Satisfaction, as well as Strong Fiscal Management. During these years, I have also been involved in and served our local community church as a Deacon, Elder, Finance Officer, Board Member, and various committee positions. Through these life experiences, the most important thing I have learned is to “Listen with an open mind” and “work well with others to accomplish the tasks at hand“. During the past few months, many friends have encouraged me to utilize my skill sets and experience to run for a position on our Board of Directors. I consider this to be a calling that requires serious thinking along with a huge commitment. I believe that Outdoor Resort is at a pivotal stage in its history which presents us with many great opportunities. Strong committed leadership that listens to the voice of owners is of utmost importance to move ORPS forward into the changes and challenges that lay ahead. We need Directors on our Board who can work together through diversity to discover creative solutions while being fiscally responsible. To that end I fully support the idea of owner forums to be able to hear and understand the pulse of our great Resort and how we can make ORPS an even better place that we call home for a season. I look forward to serving you on our Board of Directors if that is your desire. You will find me approachable, easy to talk with, a person of integrity with a no nonsense approach to the tasks at hand. I have the best interest of ORPS’ future moving forward. Thank you for your consideration. Please be sure to take the time to vote.
Accordingly, the rule was amended to add language stating partial RV covers that are manufactured to snap or fasten over portions of the RV are allowed. The Board considered the amendment and approved a second 30 day posting. This rule change will come before the Board for adoption at its March 7 meeting. The Committee has been reviewing the process for implementing the new 15-year rule. Over the summer, our General Manager will inventory the entire Resort to determine the total number of older units that need to be inspected. In the Fall, when the A&A begins the new season, a systematic inspection schedule will be initiated, perhaps on a phase-by-phase basis. In the meantime, the Committee will inspect a handful of units, working with management to fine-tune the process. More to come on this effort next season. The Committee recommended to the Board an amendment to our CC&R’s to allow 5 th wheel and travel trailers in the Resort that exceed 40 feet in length, as long as they meet industry standards, contain an RVIA sticker, and are able to be placed on the lot in compliance with all set-backs. The Board approved the amendment to put to a vote of the owners along with the election of Directors and Advisory Vote on Pickleball. We encourage your affirmative vote on this issue. It is time to update our CC&Rs to meet owner demands and to be current in the industry.
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