Comments on: No Clubhouse Rentals; Reservations Only

By: Jim Haynes

Jim Haynes — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 13:51:52 +0000

I recall that one of the more challenging things about working daytime security was keeping track of contractor activities. The $40 fee was the source of most displeasure among (some) temporary contractor’s unfamiliar with Spanish Cove’s managed living environment. The main office was frequently tested by these short-term workers as well. It’s understandable that they wouldn’t care to pay a fee when there would be limited prospects of returning for additional work. On the other hand, if you had, say a dozen jobs in SC over the course of a year, you’re expense would only be about $3.00 per job while the residents could be endorsing your work & limiting your competition.

By: Dick Junkins

Dick Junkins — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 05:09:46 +0000

Sorry for the typos. That’s what happens when a hunt-and-peck typist types in poor lighting

By: Dick Junkins

Dick Junkins — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 05:08:14 +0000

Just for info, Section 3.14 of the POASC Operating Procedures lists a $35 “Contractor Permit” Fee. I can’t find any mention of the $40 Fee that has now been rescinded, but the anecdotal evidence suggests it was imposed after Ivan as an ayyemot to protect property owners form fly-by-night fraudulemt contractors. In any case, we apparently need to update our documentation. Our POASC documents are replete with contradictions and are so complex it’s a wonder that anyone can have a full grasp of Spanish Cove rules.

By: Dave Danson

Dave Danson — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 04:14:49 +0000

I have learned not to believe everything that the person who told you that said, Jim. There are some very small local contractors too.

By: Jim Haynes

Jim Haynes — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 14:23:55 +0000

I remember being told the $40 contractor fee was established to discourage “fly by night” operator’s from exploiting SC residents especially after severe storms. The fee was thought to be minuscule for locally known & respected contractor’s, but enough of a deterrent to stop opportunist’s…dead in their tracks.