Governance
The Legends has established an organization structure and governing processes to manage and maintain the function, appeal and property values of the subdivision. Key elements are described below:
Governance Documents [Return To Top]
There are several official documents pertaining to governance of the Legends Homeowners Association, including the Articles of Incorporation, By-Laws, and CC&Rs. Click here to access these and other governance-related documents.
Homeowners Association (HOA) [Return To Top]
The Legends Homeowners Association is incorporated as a non-profit corporation to perform all of the association's duties and obligations. This includes:
- Common Areas management and maintenance
- Irrigation system operations
- Budgeting and financial transactions (dues and payments)
- Capital improvements
- Enforcement of the Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC&Rs)
Each person listed on county tax records as owning a lot within The Legends subdivision is a member of The Legends Homeowners Association (HOA). Each member is entitled to one vote for each lot owned. If more than one person holds an interest in any one lot, each person is a member of the association but there is only one vote allowed per lot.
Board of Directors [Return To Top]
A Board of Directors governs the Association and is responsible for carrying out the powers and duties of the Association. All members of the Board are elected by the Association members and serve as unpaid volunteers. Members of the Board of Directors are responsible for managing the affairs of the Association on the behalf of and for the collective benefit of all members. These responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Attending the annual meeting and monthly Board meetings
- Taking necessary actions to enforce compliance with the Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions of the Legends Homeowners Association
- Evaluate bids and award contracts to service providers as necessary to maintain common area lawns and landscaping, irrigation systems, and maintenance of other facilities
- Investigate, evaluate and approve capital expenditures necessary to maintain and improve the Legends subdivision
- Create, distribute and manage communication of relevant information and notifications to all members
- Schedule, solicit and coordinate volunteers to conduct the various events that take place throughout the year within the Legends subdivision
- Participate and provide input toward zoning issues and other legal matters that may from time to time impact the Legends subdivision
- Create, review and approve annual budgets to cover all Association expenses, including adjusting membership annual dues as necessary to balance the budget.
Meetings [Return To Top]
The Legends Homeowners Association Board of Directors meets monthly on the third Thursday of each month. All members of the Association are encouraged to attend these monthly Board meetings. Click here if you are interested in attending a Board meeting or to submit proposed items of business (please do so seven days prior to the next Board meeting). You can do this via e-mail or by contacting Denny Moller, the Legends Neighborhood Manager, at dmoller@amihome.net.
An Annual Meeting of the entire HOA is held usually in March. It is a valuable opportunity for all homeowners to meet and discuss issues and ideas amongst themselves and with the members of the Board of Directors. A review of the past year’s activities and action items for the coming year will be discussed. Attempts are made to also schedule a prominent community leader to participate as a guest speaker at the Annual Meeting.
Notice of the Annual Meeting (and special meetings if necessary) of the Association will be sent via postal mail to all members no more than 30 days prior to the meeting and no less than 5 days prior to the meeting. Notices will include the date, time, location and agenda of the meeting. Notice of these meeting will also be posted on the Legends website.
Management Company [Return To Top]
A professional homeowners association management company assists and facilitates the Board in meeting its responsibilities. This includes: facilitating all meetings, conducting weekly neighborhood inspections, and providing information necessary to help the Board resolve issues as they arise. The Legends currently contracts with Association Management, Inc (AMI). Denny Moller is the Legends Neighborhood Manager. Contact information is provided below:
Association Management, Inc. (AMI)
PO Box 5714, Boise, ID 83705
Phone: 385-9650 | Fax: 381-0252
Email: legends@amihome.net
Online at: www.amihome.net
Denny Moller, Neighborhood Manager
dmoller@amihome.net
208-938-9970
Committees [Return To Top]
Homeowners can play an important role in our community by volunteering for one or more of its committees. All committee members serve as unpaid volunteers. Current committees include:
Architectural Control Committee [Return To Top Of Committees]
The Architectural Control Committee ensures consistent application of design criteria and requirements included in the Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&R’s) and architectural guidelines. All proposed exterior changes to homes and landscaping must be reviewed and approved by the committee prior to any work being done. Some examples include changes in house colors, installation of a new roof, addition of more living space or garage space, placement of a storage shed, screening for other vehicles, or significant change to the landscaping in your yard. To get approval you need to submit a request form and related documents. Click here to access the necessary forms.
Irrigation Committee [Return To Top Of Committees]
This committee is responsible for monitoring the overall irrigation system functionality and the pumping equipment in particular. Activities include turning the system on and off at the start and end of each water season, monitoring system performance, arranging any necessary repairs or upgrades, and working with the providers of irrigation water. This committee is led by the subdivision Irrigation Master. Click here if you are interested in learning more about the Legends irrigation system or helping with the managing of this vital service.
Landscape Committee [Return To Top Of Committees]
The Landscape Committee oversees the common area landscaping which includes plants around the entrance signs, perimeter berms and interior parkways. The committee works with the Architectural Control Committee to help review proposed landscaping changes by homeowners and serves as liaison with our landscape maintenance contractor. The committee also helps facilitate the selection, purchasing and placement of flowers in the parkway common areas. Click here if you have any questions or suggestions for the Landscape Committee, or if you’d like to volunteer for the Spring Planting of flowers.
Hospitality Committee [Return To Top Of Committees]
This committee is responsible for welcoming new homeowners to our neighborhood, making them aware of the association and who to contact for questions and issues that may arise. This committee also becomes involved in organizing other community activities such as the children’s Easter Egg Hunt and other community functions. Click here if you are interested in participating in the Hospitality Committee’s activities.
Neighborhood Watch Committee [Return To Top Of Committees]
This is our neighborhood crime prevention committee. This committee works closely with the Boise Police Department and facilitates communications to quickly notify homeowners in the event of a neighborhood emergency. This committee helps maintain awareness of various city and national programs that can benefit our neighborhood. Click here if you are interested in participating in the Neighborhood Watch Committee.
Communications Committee [Return To Top Of Committees]
This committee creates and publishes the Legends quarterly newsletter. The newsletter is posted on the website and contains community information, photos, and articles of interest. This committee will also assist in special communication needs as they arise. Click here if you are interested in contributing to the Legends newsletter.
Safety Committee [Return To Top Of Committees]
This committee is a group of individuals that are the liaison with neighborhood schools, the police department and other public agencies to monitor traffic and speeding, child safety, street and sidewalk hazards, etc. The committee meets only as needed and makes recommendations to the Board of Directors on various issues such as signs, crosswalks, and other safety matters. Click here if you are interested in participating in the Safety Committee.
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