Autumn Lakes
Recent News
and
Upcoming Events
Recent News
and
Upcoming Events
Group Rate for Patio Repair/Replacement
Many of our back patios have begun showing major cracks, pulling away from the building/steps,
sinking or even needing total replacements. The patios are the responsibility of the homeowner.
The Board is working on getting a group rate on concrete repair or replacement,
but we need to know how many homeowners want to be included.
If a homeowner needs help in making a determination, or wants to be included in the joint estimate,
contact Shah Smith by text 314-960-6620 or email ShahSmithSTL@gmail.com by October 11, 2020.
Many of our back patios have begun showing major cracks, pulling away from the building/steps,
sinking or even needing total replacements. The patios are the responsibility of the homeowner.
The Board is working on getting a group rate on concrete repair or replacement,
but we need to know how many homeowners want to be included.
If a homeowner needs help in making a determination, or wants to be included in the joint estimate,
contact Shah Smith by text 314-960-6620 or email ShahSmithSTL@gmail.com by October 11, 2020.
Maryland Heights Utility Tax Rebates
In November Maryland Heights refunds municipal utility taxes to senior residents and residents with a disability.
To qualify, seniors must be at least 62 years old on or before November 1, 2020 and be retired.
For residents with a disability, their annual income must be less than $10,000
excluding Social Security or other payments received because of the disability.
Eligible senior residents should bring proof of age.
Eligible disabled residents should bring their Social Security award letter.
Qualifying residents should bring all their utility bills (water, gas, electric and one phone)
dated November 1, 2019, through October 31, 2020. Due to COVID-19,
rebate processing will be different from years past.
You will need to pre-register for your appointment by visiting
https://signup.com/go/qhvBToT or by calling (314) 738-2599.
They will not accept walk-ins.
Dates for the rebate sessions are:
November 3, 5, 9, 10, 13, 17, 19, 20, 23 and 30.
In November Maryland Heights refunds municipal utility taxes to senior residents and residents with a disability.
To qualify, seniors must be at least 62 years old on or before November 1, 2020 and be retired.
For residents with a disability, their annual income must be less than $10,000
excluding Social Security or other payments received because of the disability.
Eligible senior residents should bring proof of age.
Eligible disabled residents should bring their Social Security award letter.
Qualifying residents should bring all their utility bills (water, gas, electric and one phone)
dated November 1, 2019, through October 31, 2020. Due to COVID-19,
rebate processing will be different from years past.
You will need to pre-register for your appointment by visiting
https://signup.com/go/qhvBToT or by calling (314) 738-2599.
They will not accept walk-ins.
Dates for the rebate sessions are:
November 3, 5, 9, 10, 13, 17, 19, 20, 23 and 30.
“Light up Autumn Lakes”
Outdoor Decoration Contest
The Association is planning to host our annual holiday decorating contest.
Judging will take place in early December, with the dates to be announced at the November meeting.
Awards will be given for both front and rear yard decorations.
Please text Shah Smith at 314-960-6620 if you want your home included in the judging.
Outdoor Decoration Contest
The Association is planning to host our annual holiday decorating contest.
Judging will take place in early December, with the dates to be announced at the November meeting.
Awards will be given for both front and rear yard decorations.
Please text Shah Smith at 314-960-6620 if you want your home included in the judging.
Condo Association/Owner Responsibilities
We have added a new document on the Rules and Regulations page - Condo Association/Owner Responsibilities.
This document lists many of the items around the condos that may need repairs or that owners may want to change.
The list identifies who is responsible for maintaining each item, when approval is needed to make changes, and whether permits are required.
If you have specific or detailed questions you should contact the AMC office at 314-291-1450
to find out which trustee could best answer your questions.
We have added a new document on the Rules and Regulations page - Condo Association/Owner Responsibilities.
This document lists many of the items around the condos that may need repairs or that owners may want to change.
The list identifies who is responsible for maintaining each item, when approval is needed to make changes, and whether permits are required.
If you have specific or detailed questions you should contact the AMC office at 314-291-1450
to find out which trustee could best answer your questions.
Trustee Elections
There were two Trustee positions decided in May 2020. Here are the new officers for the Association:
Laura Farkas -- President
Shah Smith -- Vice President
Jennifer Morgan -- Secretary
Jay Black -- Trustee
Richard Ornberg -- Trustee
There were two Trustee positions decided in May 2020. Here are the new officers for the Association:
Laura Farkas -- President
Shah Smith -- Vice President
Jennifer Morgan -- Secretary
Jay Black -- Trustee
Richard Ornberg -- Trustee
Rental Reminder
Autumn Lakes Condos is an owner occupied complex. This allows us to meet lending criteria when selling, and it keeps up our property values.
This means that unless you were grandfathered in (ownership prior to September 2009) you cannot rent your unit.
There is an exception if you are “renting” to your parents or your children, or if you are renting to a roommate while you are still living in the unit.
Just as all owners require an occupancy permit from Maryland Heights, you are required to get a new occupancy permit each time the occupants change.
A copy of the lease (which can be open ended for family) needs to be on file in the AMC office as well. Owners who do have rentals are responsible for the actions of their renters, and any fines levied go to the homeowner. Just a reminder if you are renting - a legal bedroom requires access to the outside (walk out or egress window), a closet and a private door. Non-walkout basements can not use the lower level as an extra bedroom.
Maryland Heights and Autumn Lakes do not allow Air BnB or VRBO type short term rentals.
Autumn Lakes Condos is an owner occupied complex. This allows us to meet lending criteria when selling, and it keeps up our property values.
This means that unless you were grandfathered in (ownership prior to September 2009) you cannot rent your unit.
There is an exception if you are “renting” to your parents or your children, or if you are renting to a roommate while you are still living in the unit.
Just as all owners require an occupancy permit from Maryland Heights, you are required to get a new occupancy permit each time the occupants change.
A copy of the lease (which can be open ended for family) needs to be on file in the AMC office as well. Owners who do have rentals are responsible for the actions of their renters, and any fines levied go to the homeowner. Just a reminder if you are renting - a legal bedroom requires access to the outside (walk out or egress window), a closet and a private door. Non-walkout basements can not use the lower level as an extra bedroom.
Maryland Heights and Autumn Lakes do not allow Air BnB or VRBO type short term rentals.
2020 Social Events
We look forward to seeing you at the social events this year.
The events planned for 2020 include:
Ladies' Luncheon - Sunday 4/26 - POSTPONED
Wine Tasting - to be scheduled
Picnic at the Pool - Sunday 6/28 - POSTPONED
Autumn Fest - Sunday 10/4 - POSTPONED
We are considering a men's event to let the men in the neighborhood meet more men,
but we need some men who can help decide what kind of event we should do and help organize the event.
If you are interested call Christine Melton at (314) 560-5705.
We have been presented with lots of ideas for more events. AND, it takes a village to put these events on.
We could use your hands to make the load on the Social committee lighter; and,
at the same time create more opportunities for people to meet/greet.
Call Christine Melton at (314) 560-5705.
We look forward to seeing you at the social events this year.
The events planned for 2020 include:
Ladies' Luncheon - Sunday 4/26 - POSTPONED
Wine Tasting - to be scheduled
Picnic at the Pool - Sunday 6/28 - POSTPONED
Autumn Fest - Sunday 10/4 - POSTPONED
We are considering a men's event to let the men in the neighborhood meet more men,
but we need some men who can help decide what kind of event we should do and help organize the event.
If you are interested call Christine Melton at (314) 560-5705.
We have been presented with lots of ideas for more events. AND, it takes a village to put these events on.
We could use your hands to make the load on the Social committee lighter; and,
at the same time create more opportunities for people to meet/greet.
Call Christine Melton at (314) 560-5705.
Are you interested in joining a Pickleball League?
Recently our Tennis Court was resurfaced, restriped for both tennis and 2 pickleball courts, and portable pickleball nets were purchased. The tennis court will now be a dual purpose court. We're looking for experienced and new pickleball players to see if we have enough interest to start an Autumn Lakes pickleball league.
Contact Richard Ornberg at 817-357-2633 to help get a league started!!
Recently our Tennis Court was resurfaced, restriped for both tennis and 2 pickleball courts, and portable pickleball nets were purchased. The tennis court will now be a dual purpose court. We're looking for experienced and new pickleball players to see if we have enough interest to start an Autumn Lakes pickleball league.
Contact Richard Ornberg at 817-357-2633 to help get a league started!!
Update Your Owner Information
Now you can update your owner information on file with AMC Management from this website.
We have added a link to the AMC website Owner Information update page on the Contact Us page.
Please use this tool to keep your contact and other information up-to-date.
Now you can update your owner information on file with AMC Management from this website.
We have added a link to the AMC website Owner Information update page on the Contact Us page.
Please use this tool to keep your contact and other information up-to-date.
Autumn Lakes Common Ground Suggestions
The Autumn Lakes trustees would like to know if any of the residents have suggestions to improve the use of the common grounds. We are always going to take into consideration what will serve or maybe just appeal to the most people. Once we have a list, the board will review it. If there are a lot of good ideas, we'll ask which ideas the residents might be most excited about. Of course, we can't do everything for reasons of cost, practicality, or even city laws. There may be some simple things we can do right away and some things we may want to consider in the future. All ideas are welcome, but try to make them as specific as possible. Including your name and address would also be helpful if we have further questions.
If you have an idea or more than one, please use the Contact Us page on this website to let us know about them.
The Autumn Lakes trustees would like to know if any of the residents have suggestions to improve the use of the common grounds. We are always going to take into consideration what will serve or maybe just appeal to the most people. Once we have a list, the board will review it. If there are a lot of good ideas, we'll ask which ideas the residents might be most excited about. Of course, we can't do everything for reasons of cost, practicality, or even city laws. There may be some simple things we can do right away and some things we may want to consider in the future. All ideas are welcome, but try to make them as specific as possible. Including your name and address would also be helpful if we have further questions.
If you have an idea or more than one, please use the Contact Us page on this website to let us know about them.
BILL DOERR, Autumn Lakes Trustee 2004 - 2014
Bill Doerr, 91, long-time walker and trustee in Autumn Lakes passed away on Tuesday, February 28th while in the hospital.
His family had a private service for him.
If you were around Autumn Lakes during the day, you probably saw Bill walking, He made a couple of trips around the subdivision every day.
He was just one of those really, really nice, caring individuals. We will miss him.
Bill Doerr, 91, long-time walker and trustee in Autumn Lakes passed away on Tuesday, February 28th while in the hospital.
His family had a private service for him.
If you were around Autumn Lakes during the day, you probably saw Bill walking, He made a couple of trips around the subdivision every day.
He was just one of those really, really nice, caring individuals. We will miss him.
Ash Tree Treatment Map
The Ash Tree committee prepared a map of the Autumn Lakes and city ash trees identifying the condition and plan for treatment to prevent the Emerald Ash Borers by Autumn Lakes Association. Green dots identify the ash trees that are still in good condition and will be treated. Yellow dots identify the ash trees that have started to show damage but will probably be treated. The red dots indicate ash trees that are too damaged and will not be treated. The red dot trees will be removed by the city or Autumn Lakes as soon as possible.
In case you haven't had a chance to see the map it is now on display on the bulletin board at Autumn Lakes Dr and Autumn Shores Dr.
The Ash Tree committee prepared a map of the Autumn Lakes and city ash trees identifying the condition and plan for treatment to prevent the Emerald Ash Borers by Autumn Lakes Association. Green dots identify the ash trees that are still in good condition and will be treated. Yellow dots identify the ash trees that have started to show damage but will probably be treated. The red dots indicate ash trees that are too damaged and will not be treated. The red dot trees will be removed by the city or Autumn Lakes as soon as possible.
In case you haven't had a chance to see the map it is now on display on the bulletin board at Autumn Lakes Dr and Autumn Shores Dr.
Ash Tree Committee Report
You've probably seen them walking around and looking at our trees several times this summer and fall. The Ash Tree committee - Jay Black, Andrea Crouch, Judy Haldeman and Patricia Law - have been identifying, labeling and classifying all the ash trees in Autumn Lakes to understand the impact of the emerald ash borer on our trees, both city (streetside) and common ground trees. The Ash Tree committee has talked to 3 tree services and Steve Schenck, MH Public Works manager, about the Autumn Lakes' city ash trees and possible treatment to prevent damage from the emerald ash borers. If AL decides to treat some of the city ash trees, we need to identify them before MH is ready to cut down the ash trees. MH has agreed to work with us to preserve some of our trees.
The committee met with the Board to present a treatment plan. This plan will be used by the Board in the 2017 budget discussions. The Board is working on a communication to Autumn Lakes residents and an information meeting for residents about the ash tree treatment and removal plan.
You've probably seen them walking around and looking at our trees several times this summer and fall. The Ash Tree committee - Jay Black, Andrea Crouch, Judy Haldeman and Patricia Law - have been identifying, labeling and classifying all the ash trees in Autumn Lakes to understand the impact of the emerald ash borer on our trees, both city (streetside) and common ground trees. The Ash Tree committee has talked to 3 tree services and Steve Schenck, MH Public Works manager, about the Autumn Lakes' city ash trees and possible treatment to prevent damage from the emerald ash borers. If AL decides to treat some of the city ash trees, we need to identify them before MH is ready to cut down the ash trees. MH has agreed to work with us to preserve some of our trees.
The committee met with the Board to present a treatment plan. This plan will be used by the Board in the 2017 budget discussions. The Board is working on a communication to Autumn Lakes residents and an information meeting for residents about the ash tree treatment and removal plan.
Smoke Detector Reminder
Firemen from the Maryland Heights Fire Protection District visited with residents at the Maryland Heights' Nite Out. The officers encourage changing smoke detector batteries, including backup batteries, annually when we change our clocks. They also recommend replacing the entire detector every 10 years. If any resident needs help changing smoke detector batteries please call 314-298-4400 and the fire department will coordinate getting them replaced. If you need help installing new smoke detectors the firemen will also help with that. Their recommendation also applies to carbon monoxide detectors - replace them every 10 years.
Firemen from the Maryland Heights Fire Protection District visited with residents at the Maryland Heights' Nite Out. The officers encourage changing smoke detector batteries, including backup batteries, annually when we change our clocks. They also recommend replacing the entire detector every 10 years. If any resident needs help changing smoke detector batteries please call 314-298-4400 and the fire department will coordinate getting them replaced. If you need help installing new smoke detectors the firemen will also help with that. Their recommendation also applies to carbon monoxide detectors - replace them every 10 years.