Welcome to 2026 at Canterbury Croft – One month into 2026! Breaking with some longstanding policy, I want you all to know that I appreciate the opportunity to serve as the President of the Board of Canterbury Croft Condominium Association for 2026. It is the goal of this board to continue to manage and operate this Condominium association in a manner that preserves and enhances to value of our collective investments in this association. We are all owners here.

These community letters will be published quarterly with the seasons change. And if there is a need for more current and important information it will be posted on the web site too. For example, the monthly Financial Summary of Operations is routinely posted on the website for your information. Note that the information is on a “one month lag” due to Danella’s Accounting Cycle.  If you want and need more specific information contact the Village Shires office.

The Board of Directors – The board is to be legally composed of five members.  Currently there is a President/Secretary; a Vice President/Treasurer; and two “Members at large.” There is an open board position that needs to be filled this year. Having the open position makes it difficult at time to have a quorum to conduct business.

If you are interested in serving on the board pleased contact the office and submit your name and interest. The community does need your support.

Holiday Decorations- Decorations may be displayed from 30 days prior to the holiday to 30 days after the holiday.  Accordingly please make sure that you have removed the Christmas Holiday decorations by the end of January, 2026.

Trash! - With this windy and foul weather the appearance of the community after trash day can be a challenging.  Please pick up loose trash if you see it.  If there are a neighbor’s trash cans rolling around the street please pick them up and put them on the side.  Do not just walk by. We all need to help here.

“PARKING WARS!” – Well it may come to that.  There are way more cars than there are residents. The recent snow storm reminded us of the mess parking can become. Park a car in your garage! If you have more than one car, use the drive way too.  Park on the street as a last resort! Pick Ups can fit in the Drive way.  Several residents have demonstrated that. Get as many vehicles as possible off of the street.

Interior Units Bathrooms and Caulking; a warning - Residents on the interior units need to be aware of the need to adequately maintain and inspect the caulking and grout around the shower pans and bathtubs.  Not maintaining the caulking can allow moisture to travel into the wood framing and cause deterioration and eventual leaks.  This is addressed in detail on the Community Web site.  Please review the notice and periodically inspect your particular situation. Notify the office if you see issues.  The maintenance and repair of this area is the responsibility of the home owner.

ACC Process – “Ask First!” Please become conversant with the Architectural Control Committee (ACC) process.  If a resident desires to make any visible changes to the exterior of the property including painting an ACC form MUST be completed and submitted through the office to the Board.  This includes exterior painting, construction of patios; modification of windows and any modification that can be seen outside. “Ask First!” Please do not assume that what you want to do is acceptable.

 Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Policy - The Association has developed a policy for the installation and maintenance of EV charging stations.  This is necessary to ensure safety, environmental protection, and consistency of the correct practices.  An ACC is needed to gain concurrence for the installation.  Please consult the directions on the website.

Our Community - Finally, we are all members of the community; all neighbors. Be respectful of your neighbors’ part of the community and keep control of pets and keep them away from the flower beds. In keeping with the sense of community, watch out for your neighbors too. We have some residents that may need assistance from time to time. If you do not see them, check on them. If someone needs help with getting groceries or simple work done, see if you can help. We all share the value of this community and need to work to protect and enhance that value.  Happy New Year!

Best Wishes from the Board of Canterbury Croft Condominium Association

Joseph R. Barkley

President and Secretary

Canterbury Croft Condominium Association