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Board of Directors Candidates for 2023

John Nethercutt

Continued from page 1 sponsibility for Operations, Sales, as well as financial management.

I have had experience hiring and training employes, analyzing Profit & Loss Statements, analyzing contracts, and implementing Capital improvement projects as well as creating a culture of hospitality.

I have had a very fruitful life by treating everyone with respect, dignity, and fairness, and impressing this culture upon employees as they delt with our guests, some of whom could be quite challenging.

I have lived in Casta nearly three years and currently serve as Co-Chair on the Traffic Committee since January 2023. I am a member of the Ad Hoc Policy and Procedures Committee. Our committee proposed and the Board approved the Friends & Family Program, allowing individuals not living in Casta to obtain a transponder sticker to expedite their entry to our community to visit residents.

I am seeking to serve on the Board as someone who has no agenda, appreciates hearing differing viewpoints, and will make decisions based on the good of the community. Going forward, solid business management decisions will lead our community on the path to improving property values. I would work to promote a more harmonious and positive outlook within our community.

I would ask for your support and valuable vote for a Board position.

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Susan Ashby

Continued from page 1 focused on getting the job done, whatever it is. I listen to all sides and do research so I have all the information to discuss an issue. I am a positive person with a sense of humor.

I have traveled all over the world but I am now happy to live the resort life in Casta del Sol. In 2022, I joined three Committees: Budget & Finance (Secretary), Facilities (Secretary), and Greenbelt, plus I went to all the Board meetings. I helped edit the Landscape Agreement; edited the Greenbelt Rules and Regulations; worked on Greenbelt Foundation issues with Architectural; and helped Budget & Finance edit Pol-

Robert “Bob” Stokesbary

Continued from page 1 the business practices of such a large community. The last 30 years of my working career were spent developing cost-effective management information and control systems for various industries including healthcare, wholesale tire distribution, and paint manufacturing/sales. In that endeavor I had the opportunity to work with all levels of management and understand what management styles worked and what styles did not, and why. Casta was clearly behind the curve.

Sharing this concern linked me with similarly minded neighbors and we formed a group to aggressively back candidates that we thought would push for reforms in the business practices of our community. And it is working. Committees are now able to attract skilled personnel with directly related skills that are already yielding beneficial results in lowering the costs of implementation.

We need to keep the momentum going. As many of you in this community know, I have been a strong advocate for better management and clearer communication. I have expressed concern about the competency of our management staff and failings of previous Board actions. While the last two elections have brought remarkable results there is still more that needs to be done. I am now asking you to support my candidacy for the Casta del Sol Board of Directors. Together we can make our community a better place for all. Thank you.

Jayne Freed

Continued from page 1 lowing: Election Committee – where I served as secretary, and the Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions (CC&R) Ad Hoc Committee. I volunteered for this committee because of my background in real estate law. We passed the following three: Majority of QuorumInstead of a super majority (67%), we went to 50% +1. This was necessary because we couldn’t get 67% of homeowners to vote. Capital Improvement - We raised the Capital Improvement budget from $10,000 to 3% of the total operating budget. A 20% Rental Limit The State mandate is now 25%. During my time on this committee, the state changed the Civil Code numbers. We made sure all references to Civil Codes showed the new numbers. When the Rules and Regulations were updated, we made sure they complied with our CC&Rs.

I also volunteer for Courier stuffing and as a poll worker for state & federal elections.

I belong to the following clubs: Mah Jongg Mavens (President), Baby Boomers (I have served as Secretary and President), Shuffleboard Club, Las Damas, and Italian American Club I love living in Casta, and regularly attend Board Meetings to keep apprised of what’s going on. My focus is to do what’s best for all of Casta.

Matt Loftus

Continued from page 1 icies and Procedures. In 2023, I joined the Board’s new Ad Hoc Committee. I also belong to the Art Club.

When I served as Board Treasurer, I was fortunate to share my findings regarding contractor oversight and invoicing discrepancies with Board members and management.

If elected to the Casta Board of Directors, I look forward to being an active force for Casta homeowners and all residents, seeking solutions through teamwork. I believe in being proactive with issues rather than being in a reactive and more costly position.

Going forward we must ensure all our contracts are at the highest level of service with the least fiscal impact on our homeowners. We deserve to have all contractors provide competitive bids for our business in the areas of their expertise. We must ensure that HOA staffing is based on demonstrated need and responsible to the Association and Homeowners.

I fully appreciate the opportunity to fill an open position on our Board and I look forward to joining other homeowners in these volunteer positions. As a member of Casta’s Board I will always bear in mind that my primary responsibility is to the association, our homeowners, and meeting the needs of our HOA with the utmost fiscal conservatism and excellence in service. I would appreciate your vote in June.

Our community needs constant maintenance to keep it attractive to residents and prospective buyers but we must be frugal with our limited funds. I have become very familiar with the needs of the community, our budget and reserves. I want to work with Board members and Committees to get the job done and keep this place the beautiful community we love. I firmly believe I will be a very effective member of the CDS Board.