CHP HOA Board Meeting Minutes

Monday, March 30, 2026

Board Members in attendance: David Wright, David Bergeron, Jan Rigley-Talkish, Karen Sipos, Toni Jumper, Sarah Lewis, and O’Neal

Residents in attendance: 17

1. Captain Bell and the Safety Committee: Captain Bell with Columbia Police Department attended the meeting
   1. Police presence has increased in CHP. At this time there has not been a lot of crime.
      1. Certain areas of interest are being monitored.
   2. The Safety Committee has been formed due to the uptick of concerning incidents. Captain Bell has offered to attend meetings.
   3. The clubhouse entry and parking is private property, therefore anyone that does not have a placard, unless attending a residents’ event as a guest, will be treated as trespassers.
   4. How can residents help?
      1. If you see anything suspicious, call the Columbia Police Department. 24/7 Do not be concerned that you are “bothering them”
      2. Call Richland County Animal Control for animals loose.
   5. Street parking overnight is city safety ordinance and will be enforced.
2. Signage Restoration:
   1. White Oak and Cedar Field signs are not repairable and are being replaced.
      1. Replacement cost is $7k.
      2. Irrigation should not have caused the damage, but sprinkler heads will be turned just in case.
3. Pool and Playground Fence Project:
   1. The materials have been ordered and expected to be complete mid-April.
   2. The quote to refinish the iron on the current fencing is $6k. The Board motioned to have the work done, all were in favor.
4. Pool: Opens on May 1st!
   1. 6 lounge chairs and 2 table chairs will be re-strapped prior to opening day.
   2. Pool fobs will be turned off. There will be a reactivation process. Communications with more details will be sent out soon. This is in order to audit the fobs and create a better monitoring system.
   3. One motor in the pump room will be replaced, and possibly the water fountain will need repaired.
   4. Thank you to the Pool Committee for all you do!
5. Spring Market Update: May 3rd from 1:00 – 5:00
   1. Vendor Call was closed on April 4th, we have 32 confirmed vendors for the event!
   2. Currently $1315 has been raised, all vendor fees are put towards Clubhouse needs.
   3. The Market Committee is asking for volunteers to help direct vendor traffic between 11:00 -12:30 in order to keep parking open to attendees. Golf carts to transport vendors would be helpful.
6. O’Neals Report:
   1. Corner of Lost Creek and Pond Oak – the city has been sent word about needed repairs.
   2. Anything that’s left on HOA property will be treated as trash and removed.
7. Pond Management & Playground:
   1. Fertilization begins in April; fish feeder has been budgeted.
   2. Playground: Mulch will be added and equipment pressure washed. Looking into the cost of playground pads.
8. Open Questions:
   • Q: What is the “camera” on the tree on Lost Creek?
     A: It’s a traffic study sensor.
   • Q: Can we put additional dog stations out?
     A: Board is looking into it.
   • Q: Status of townhome rentals?
     A: Still processing all information.

Shout outs: Linda Catoe and the Social Committee for the Oyster Roast! Next event: Game Night, May 2nd.

Next HOA Meeting: April 27th