Storm Report As reported in the last edition of the Property Owners’ Association Advocate, a storm blew through Hot Springs Village on April 25, 2011. More than 300 homes sustained some type of damage with 175 considered signifi-
Storm Cleanup Claims Life
cant. Additionally, nine commercial buildings
On June 8, 2011 an accident
and two churches sustained damage.
occurred at the gravel pit area
The damage to POA structures was mini-
being used to store and mulch
mal, but the loss of trees was extensive
debris from the April storm.
especially on common property, Balboa and
JR Fisher, a longtime Hot
Coronado golf courses, and to a lesser
Springs Village Property Owners’
extent the Ponce de Leon golf course. Crews
Association employee, was killed
from Public Works and golf course maintenance worked tirelessly to clear roadways and get the courses back in play as soon as possible. The POA golf courses were covered by insurance for debris removal and approximately $200,000 has been received to cover expenses. FEMA eligible emergency expenses (rightof-way clean up) were $22,000 and the POA submitted an application for reimbursement as a contractor for Saline and Garland counties. Clean up expenses for common property
while working at the grinder operation. Fisher was hired in the Construction Division of Public Works in 1994. He is survived by his wife Karen and their three children Marina, Nicholas and Nathaniel. “You often learn more about an individual after they are gone – and that is certainly the case with JR,” POA General Manager Scott Randall said. “He was a loving husband, doting father, and incredibly giving person to all that knew him.” An outpouring of condolences were received throughout Hot Springs Village and the surrounding community. The Hot Springs Village POA has created the JR Fisher
is not covered by insurance or eligible for
Memorial Fund to assist JR and Karen’s three children in
FEMA reimbursement. Instead, expenses
pursuing their college education. Locally, donations are being accepted at any Regions
are being covered by selling the downed timber. Additional right-of-way clean up continued in July with crews from Saline County and
Bank facility, including the DeSoto and Carmona branch. The POA has also placed collection jars at POA golf shops and recreation amenities.
Garland County clearing right of ways under the direction of FEMA representatives. Cleanup of all major debris is complete at
The Hot Springs Village Evening Lions Club has committed the net proceeds of their August 19 Bingo Night towards the fund and the POA is providing its employ-
the golf courses. There will be additional
ees with an opportunity to donate through a payroll
clean up in some areas over the winter. Sod
deduction.
was put in many affected areas but cannot be used where irrigation does not cover. The bare areas will be seeded and strawed in the fall. 6
If you have any questions or would like more information on the memorial fund please contact the POA at 501.922.5530 or administration@hsvpoa.org.
Hot Springs Village Property Owners’ Association - Fall 2011