We have enclosed some new photos of the parking lots of Baja and Grande buildings.  The red lava rock in the planter islands has been removed and replaced with concrete.  When the concrete has dried, it will become an earthy red color.   

We were getting numerous complaints from owners and renters about the coarse rock twisting many ankles as they stepped out of their vehicles.  In addition, a concrete pathway is planned for the side of the Grande Building, for the same reason.

The color you see is from yellow iron oxide powder, a strong dispersing agent mixed into the concrete to create earth tone shades of soft yellow, browns, brick, beiges, and tan shades.  It will take 20 to 40 days to be .........

As previously noted in an earlier post, replacement of the cool decking around the main clubhouse pool has begun today.   Therefore the main pool and surrounding area will be closed to all activity until May 24.

It takes one week for the product application and repairs, and another week to dry.  We realize there will be complaints from renters and owners alike, but this is really the only window of opportunity to make these repairs before our busy summer season.

Osvaldo has guaranteed us the main pool will definitely be open by Memorial Day.  We regret any inconvenience this may cause.  The resulting finished product will certainly spruce up our resort!

The Board met on April 15, 2012 for its quarterly meeting.  As you will see from the attached meeting minutes, a lot of new projects are scheduled for completion at our resort.  

The Board is pleased to report that non-lien delinquencies and late payments are at an all time low.  In addition, our utility  expenses are also at the lowest they have ever been in our resorts financial history.  With some added energy management programs now in place, water, power and propane expenses should become even lower as the year progresses.  Las Palmas management, HOA fees, and operational expenses are the envy of other resorts on Sandy Beach.

These figures will be posted on our new website ".........

 AM SENDING SOME PICTURES OF THE TWO SECURITY BARRIERS FOR ACCESS TO LAS PALMAS RESORT AS WELL AS EXIT FROM THE RESORT. AT THE BEGINNING WE GOT AN ESTIMATE FOR ONE ELECTRONIC BARRIER FOR THE EXIT OF VEHICLES, BUT THE ESTIMATED COST WAS $2,200.00 DOLLARS, BUT DUE TO SOME INTERNAL SECURITY CIRCUMSTANCES I TOOK THE DECISION TO PUT TWO MANUAL SECURITY BARRIERS IN ORDER FOR THE GUARD TO ALWAYS HAVE VISUAL AND VERBAL CONTACT WITH THE PERSON THAT COMES AND LEAVES THE RESORT, BESIDES THE FACT THAT THE PRICE FOR EACH MANUAL METAL BARRIER WAS 136.00 DOLLARS TO GIVE A TOTAL AMOUNT OF $272.00 DOLLARS, HAVING A TOTAL SAVING OF 1,928.00 DOLLARS.
 
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Please remember that your quarterly HOA fees payment is due the first of every Quarter. Please plan to mail or pay your dues so that we receive your payment prior to April 1, 2012.  

Also, our new secure online dues payment system is available for your immediate use. 

A 3% convenience fee will be charged for all types ogf electronic payments, including credit cards, debit cards and PayPal to cover merchant fees previously absorbed by the HOA.  Fees are listed on the payment page of our website.  Dues are delinquent as of the 16th and a $25.00 late fee will be applied automatically to the account.  Past Due accounts in excess sof 30 days will be sent to collections, per the Board.

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Courtesy Rocky Point Roamer:

The cinema of the new Porto Mio shopping mall is in the process of opening. They are currently interviewing prospective employees and the plan is to open all six Cinemas on the 15th of April 2012. These cinemas can seat 600 people and will employ 30 employees. The Mall has an initial capacity of parking for 480 cars that can be extended to 520 if the demand increases. The cinemas will be a welcome addition to the entertainment offered in the City of Puerto Peñasco, Mexico.

The Porto Mio Shopping Mall will be completed in stages and will boast a Hotel, Casino and Office tower when completed. This is one of the first upgrades of the Port area to be completed. The Mouth of the Port is currently .........

Our Operations Manager, Osvaldo, has sent us these photos of some of the Spring repairs that have been completed at Las Palmas:

RAILINGS THAT ARE IN FRONT OF THE BUILDINGS GRANDE SQUARE AND BONITA SQUARE, THE RAILINGS FROM DOWNSTAIRS OF THE GRANDE SQUARE BUILDING HAVE BEEN PAINTED COMPLETELY AND THE ONES FROM THE BONITA BUILDING WE ARE HALF WAY DONE. WE ESTIMATE TO BE DONE WITH ALL THE RAILS FROM DOWNSTAIRS WHILE TOURISM LEAVES AND THEN TO CONTINUE WITH THE RAILS FROM THE CONDOMINIUMS - Osvaldo

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The new Romys Mini Mart, operated by Chef Jose is now open for business.

It ocupies the space formerly used by Dolphin Rentals, with an outside entrance.  Romys has a a fine variety of snacks, drinks and essential items.

Please note on the menu board, there are no items priced over $2 USD.

What a great addition to Las Palmas!

Sahara Massage is now offering poolside massages for your enjoyment and convenience.  Don't forget, Gloria extends a......

Osvaldo is pleased to report that the cool deck at the Grande Building has been completed.  We are very impressed with the quality of the workmanship and the timeliness of completion.  Just in time for Spring Break!!!  

FYI Instead of contracting out for this work, the labor for the cool decking was completed by Las Palmas staff at a huge saving of five to six THOUSAND dollars.  The total cost for this project was only $1,261, and it looks beautiful!

Kudos to Osvaldo and our hard working and talented employees.  The Board wishes to complement them on a job well done.

Please feel free to tell us what you think in the comments below!