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Kamaole Sands 2695 South Kihei Road, Kihei, Hawaii, 96753

Association of Apartment Owners (808) 270-1206 facsimile: (808) 270-1255

To: Distribution From: J. Delos Santos/AOAO GM Date: 3/12/12 RE: Project Updates 86 Floyd Ron Bob Lois Ennio Jim Paul

2012-13 KAMAOLE SANDS BOARD OF DIRECTORS Term

Lois Koenig - President 2010 - 2013 Paul Stassinos – Vice President 2011 - 2014 Floyd Van Auken – Treasurer 2011 - 2014 Jim Van Blarigan – Secretary 2011 - 2014 Ron Young – Director 2010 –2013 Ennio Avalon – Director 2012 –2015 Bob Burne – Director 2012 - 2015

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A warm welcome and aloha to Bob Burne, who is the newest member elected to the Association Board of Directors. Bob and his wife, Julia, have been owners since 2002. Bob is committed to ensuring Kamaole Sands remains at the forefront of Maui condominium complexes. A big mahalo to Kevin O’Brien, for years of service on the board of directors. Kevin was on almost every committee we had. He quietly and effectively used his talents to ensure our Association was the best it could be. Mahalo for a job well done! .

Several of our volunteer movies and our recent 2012 homeowner annual meeting movie and luau were placed on You Tube to allow

everyone the opportunity to view them. Please contact the AOAO office if you did not receive the movie links.

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We appreciate your participation. Mahalo for your help to make the Kamaole Sands the pot of gold!

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FROM OWNERS FORUM AT ANNUAL MEETING

Cliff Sherwin, Unit 5-108, 6-204: Question: Plumbing - We may need to have cameras used to explore our pipes especially if our common area leaks have been within the same areas in each building. Answer: This idea will be passed onto the person, committee, group who will be looking into this issue. Question: Lanai Doors - The AOAO is allowing slats to be removed from lanai closet doors with no conformity making to look bad as they are seen by others. Answer: This question will be turned over to the Conformity Committee. Question: Front doors – Who owns the front doors? We should have the same keys used throughout the resort in case we have emergency needs to open doors and owners have not given the AOAO keys. Answer: The front doors are actually owned by the individual owner per our ByLaws. Owners, however, may not replace the door or paint it without using AOAO criteria. They may, however, determine what kind of locking system they wish to use. A key must be given to the AOAO. Joe Levesque, Unit 3-103: Comment: It is nearly impossible to see the unit number on the front door of each unit if either the door is open or it is dark. This could be a security issue if an attempt is made to enter the wrong unit. Or a health issue if an emergency response team cannot find a unit. Answer: This issue will be turned over to the safety committee. Margie Tyler, Unit 4-304: Question: We have knockers on all of the doors at Kam Sands. They can be quite loud and heard several units away. Could we consider door bells? Answer: This is a decision which would impact 440 owners. It is being referred to the maintenance committee. Jean Keating, Unit 9-308: Question: Could someone look at the lights by the speed bumps at building 9. They are a trip hazard. Answer: This will be referred to the Lighting Committee. Comment: Due to the increasing cost of water, it is vital that we keep looking for ways to slow usage. Question: Senator Roz Baker has introduced HB1707 which would be disastrous for owners who rent their units. We need to get involved. Answer: Many owners have begun a letter writing/phone calling campaign in an effort to stop this bill. It is not appropriate for the AOAO to be involved, but it certainly is for the owners who rent. Cheri Potchin, Unit 5-215, 6-108, 10-416: Question: Cheri wants the fountain to stay on more hours then they currently are on. She feels we have spent money for other amenities which could be better used for more hours of fountain time. Answer: As has been discussed in many Property Updates and in many Board meetings, the AOAO is ever looking at ways to save energy hours here at Kam Sands. The energy used in keeping the fountains on is expensive and a committee has worked to create a schedule which gives us the best of both worlds, i.e., less hours of fountains for more energy savings, but enough hours to keep the ‘look’ of the fountains prominent for the property. Laura Braa, Unit 10-209: Question: The fountains are on too many hours and this has ruined the opportunity for them to enjoy their lanai which fronts directly on the fountains. They would like less hours of fountain use. The fountains were different when they bought, not so high or so loud. Answer: The fountains have changed since the resort was originally built. This change was within the purgative of the then Board who voted to change the type of fountain. Hopefully, the reduced hours noted above will be helpful to those who do not like the fountains. Pat Silverstein, Unit 10-314: Comment: The key committee did a good job of ensuring that there is a good process for checking out keys. Also, thanks for the water alarms. They helped to alert for an issue in her unit.

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A big mahalo to Ray Faucher for organizing this year’s event.

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A big MAHALO to Jim & Sue Van Blarigan, for hosting this year’s event.

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A big mahalo to our luau committee! The luau was a big success!

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Insurance Seminar Mahalo to our friends at the Condominium Council of Maui. They sponsored another great seminar on insurance. Several of our board members as well as management staff attended the seminar.          Ron Young & George Cabinting Nancy Price & DMI staff Kamaole Sands Maui Park Shore

Please join me welcoming Lester Sim to our Kamaole Sands ohana. Lester fills a vacancy in our Security Department when Kalani Mahi transferred to the Janitorial department. Lester comes to us with a background in hotel security. Lester’s first day was February 24th and he will be training with Dave Hummel.

   Both AOAO and Castle Resorts staff participated in our recent CPR & AED training. Brian Manoia, an instructor for Zee Medical provided certification cards to staff after completing the 5 hour course.           

EVERYONE SURVIVED INCLUDING THE DUMMIES  

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Sandpiper Sam Says Safety Tips Are An Ounce of Prevention Worth a Pound of Cure:

OCEAN SAFETY By Mary Van Auken Ocean swimming is very different from swimming in a pool. Be aware of the following facts that can a fun day at the beach fun.

Choose a beach with a lifeguard. Prior to entering the ocean ask a lifeguard about the beach and surf conditions and any hazards. Watch the surf for 15 minutes before entering. You can see where the currents maybe, the break of the surf, the height of the surf, etc.

BUDDY UP! Never swim alone.

NEVER turn your back on the ocean. Do Not back into the ocean with your snorkel fins on. Put them on in the water. A wave could hit you and force you into the sand causing injury.

If you are unable to swim out of strong current (rip current), signal for help.

NEVER rely on your flotation device, board or leash as a substitute for swimming ability.

LOOK FOR, READ AND OBEY ALL BEACH SAFETY SIGNS, SYMBOLS AND WARNINGS!

WATCH children carefully and HOLD on to younger ones. DO NOT depend of lifeguards to watch your children.

NEVER attempt to swim at the water’s edge during big surf.

NEVER surf or body board in big waves unless you are an expert.

DO NOT surf or swim in murky water or muddy river mouths. BEWARE River Mouths can be deadly with strong currents, especially after afternoon or seasonal rainfall.

DON’T drink alcohol or do drugs and swim.

BE PREPARED for a wipeout!

IF IN DOUBT, JUST STAY OUT! It is far better to recognize that a beach is too dangerous rather than attempt to enter the ocean and risk injury or death.

DANGEROUS CONDITIONS SIGNS ~ (RED FLAGS POSTED) These are posted when a potential for loss of life or limb exists. HIGH SURF-WAVES BREAK ON LEDGE-STRONG CURRENTS-SHARK SIGHTED

HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS SIGNS ~ (YELLOW FLAGS POSTED) These are posted when a potential for severe bodily harm exists. DANGEROUS SHOREBREAK-SHARP CORAL-SUDDEN DROP OFF-SLIPPERY ROCKS-MAN OF WAR-JELLYFISH Box jelly fish are seen on the south shores 7-10 days after a full moon and last about 3 days. All jellyfish stings can cause a painful rash. If stung, remove tentacles with something other than your hands, treat with vinegar. Lifeguards have vinegar. Be aware, dead jellyfish on the sand can still cause stings. Be aware of Brown Water Alerts. These are generally issued after heavy rains when the streams, rivers and gulches wash into the ocean carrying lots of debris, animal wastes and dead animals.

PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES SIGNS ~ (BLACK FLAGS POSTED) NO SWIMMING-NO DIVING-NO BOARDSURFING-NO BOARDSAILING-BEACH CLOSED. Conditions are very hazardous to the person performing the activity or to those in the ocean where the activity would take place, or the beach is closed due to danger to individuals. The ocean is beautiful, offers exciting vistas and activities, but it is not our natural environment; therefore we need to be alert when enjoying the beach and the water.

 

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Computer Desk Project: The Lobby has two, custom-made computer desks which have granite tops and computer cabinets that match the color and style of the Front Desk and the Wi-Fi table. Each computer desk supports 2 computer stations. Al Hemenes designed, built, and had the desks shipped from the Mainland. They look great in the Lobby. Thanks to Al for his work on this project!

Internet Service Project: We have a new Internet Service contract with Oceanic Time Warner. This 3-part contract includes installation of fiber optic lines to each building on the property. A fiber optic network provides higher data throughput and service reliability/quality to support multiple users in a unit that may have iPads, smart phones, Netflix streaming video, digital TV, etc. The second part is that all 440 units will have Wi-Fi service and will be configured per the wireless guidelines established a few years ago. The main reason for this wireless configuration setup is that there are only 11 Wi-Fi frequency channels that have to be reused in a 440 unit complex to minimize interference. Finally, we plan to move from the current Hospitality account to a residential account for each unit which eliminates those pesky logons, splash screens, 24 hr inactivity, and provides up to 10 Mbps download speeds. This project will be completed and operational by late-August. The IT committee is very excited with the use of fiber optic technology to meet the growing demands on broadband services for our property. We will be one of the very few properties on Maui with a fiber optic network!       

IT Committee – March 2012

Floyd Van Auken IT Chairperson

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Paul Twelker -Chairman

Projects in Progress Reception Building--Phase II, which improves the appearance of the cart recharging area, is almost complete. And Phase III, which installs the Pikake Room deck, landscaping, and plant screens is well under way. The deck will be landscaped with several dwarf date palms adjacent to the step, bird of paradise and parakeet heliconia.

Pending Projects

Schefflera Replacement--The remaining Schefflera trees along the entry driveway have extensive root systems that can damage curbs and sidewalks, and are a favorite magnet for termites. The Board has approved the replacement of the trees bordering our main driveway with beautiful, stately Foxtail palms, which require no maintenance as they are self-grooming. It is estimated that Kamaole Sands will save thousands of dollars in tree trimming over the next decade from using the Foxtail palms.

Bougainvillea Bush Replacement, Front Sidewalk--Mature bougainvillea hedge plants will provide an instant hedge that cannot be trampled down.

Plumeria Grille Revisions--Plans are being prepared for concrete pad extensions, retaining walls, and new plantings in cooperation with the Maintenance Committee.

Future Projects

Central Courtyard Phase I Replanting--five dwarf date palm trees have been planted, but the rampant asparagus fern has not been replaced as of this writing. This project should be completed this year.

Central Courtyard Phase II Replanting--the complete plant list for the second phase which extends from the small bridge up to the center area, has been submitted to Island Plant Compay for bid.

New Plant Profile We have been looking for a low-growing flowering plant that can withstand our brackish well water irrigation. Our search produced Mexican False Heather. Mexican false heather (Cuphea hyssopifolia), native to Mexico and Guatemala, is a small tropical evergreen sub-shrub with a compact form and fine textured foliage. Growing to a maximum height of about 24 inches, false heather grows to form flat topped mounds.The plant's flat feathery sprays of foliage are 12-18 inches long and are highly branched. The small oblong leaves are arranged alternately the length of the stems giving the plant a fernlike appearance. The plant produces an almost non-stop profusion of purple or lavendar blooms throughout the year. Some cultivars produce white, pink and deep rose blooms. Find Mexican Heather at the side of Building Five as a replacement planting for the spider plants that used to surround the Manilla Palms. Descriptions of all of our plants are available at: http://guests.kamaolesands.net/resort-information/garden-tour/shrubs.html

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HOMEOWNERSHO‐6INSURANCEBy Jeanette Badger

Each owner at Kamaole Sands is required to have an HO6 insurance policy covering potential losses within their own units. Due to a number of losses over the past few years, the Insurance Committee and the Board of Directors are recommending additional coverage to each owner. The purpose of this recommendation is to reduce personal losses in the event of a problem.

HO6 Policies Generally Include Protection for: Built-in improvements and alterations made by you or the previous owner e.g. tile floors/walls and

countertops, cabinet upgrades, upgraded appliances Personal Property including Furniture, clothing and Personal Possessions Additional Living Expense during insured repair Personal Liability Insurance for accidental bodily injury or property damage to others on or off your

premises including defense costs

Coverage Includes:

Unit Owners HO-6 form Values declared by you to include upgrades

Personal Property - Values declared by you Deductible $1,000 All Losses (standard) except as noted in policy

Suggested Optional Enhancements: HO-6 “Special Coverage Form” including Hurricane Special Personal Property covering at home and away from home for “Replacement Cost” Increased Loss Assessment to cover up to AOAO deductible of $25,000 Loss of Use Rental coverage - suggest $50,000 Personal Liability - Standard $500,000. Recommend obtaining quotes for $1,000,000+ if in a rental

program The above is intended as a guideline only. You should seek advice from your local insurance broker.

Conformity Committee By Paul Stassinos Aloha from the conformity committee secret police. Many of you may not be aware of this, but the head of the conformity committee, Paul Stassinos is a CERTIFIED non-conformist and strongly believes in individuality. Nonetheless, when one lives or buys into a large condo complex such as the Kamaole Sands, with some 375 different owners, there has to be some recognition of the rights of our neighbors and a semblance of aesthetic uniformity regarding the exteriors of our units, particularly when REQUIRED by the Bylaws which we were all informed of when we purchased our units. To that end, last year the conformity committee proposed enforcement of our Bylaws relating to some of our most obvious violations, such as carpet and tile glued by owners to entry areas OUTSIDE their units. The carpet is a hidden creator of spalling damage and the tile can cause a trip factor. Although the committee always tries to be reasonable regarding individual taste, there has to be some consistency in the exteriors of our units in a resort such as ours. We therefore ask all owners to work with us in making any requested changes as we strive to enforce our Rules for the betterment of our complex.

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WHY DO I HAVE TO REMOVE MY LANAI LIGHT, CARPETING, ETC?

Reprint from Lois Koenig Over the past few years, the word ‘conformity’ has gotten a semi-bad reputation in that it sometimes describes what is seen as the ‘establishment’ way of doing things. In the world of shared ownership, it means that all persons who decide to buy a piece of the whole of a property must conform to the desires of the majority. The dictionary describes it as “1. to act in accordance or harmony; comply (usually fol. by to) to conform to rules” In a shared ownership project, we agree to certain obligations when we buy our unit. These obligations are enumerated in the ByLaws and in the House Rules. It is kind of funny that many of us clearly understand this obligation until it impacts something we want to do. It does not seem like such a big deal if we decide to carpet or tile our entry way or buy a white screen door or attach a light or picture to our lanai. After all, who does this hurt? It seems like such a little thing…a little thing which hardly anyone notices. I would say, you are right; it is a little thing. The problem is who determines what is little and what is not? Where does the ownership draw the line when the Association rules are broken? Is it OK if your eighbor decides to tile their entry with tiles on which there are questionable colors or images or in a manner which causes a tripping factor? Are you ready to pay your share of a tripping suit caused by your neighbors tile? Is it OK if the owner below you chips into the ceiling of his lanai, i.e., the floor of yours, to install a light which may or may not compromise the integrity of the structure? Is it OK for an owner to store a ‘Junker’ car next to your parking stall? Is it OK that an owner decides to extend their lanai ten feet into the common area? Is it OK for your neighbor to store an extra refrigerator, an old washer and other junk on their lanai? All of the above things and others have happened here at Kamaole Sands. We all have different taste and no one owner is allowed to do anything which might offend another or which does not comply with our ByLaws and/or House Rules. This is not to indicate that anyone’s taste is not appropriate for them, but to understand that we have rules we each agreed to when we bought our units. The rules are to ensure that the value of your piece of this property keeps its value. Where do you draw the line? To avoid dealing with this issue is not only a situation where your representative is not representing your interests, but a failure of the system to protect the property from any individual who decides to treat the property as a privately owned home. The Board has dealt with many of the above situations in the past and walking around the property and listening to complaints, it is time to do so again. Please look at your own unit, have you made changes which you know are not in compliance or which you have a question as to whether it complies. If so, contact the AOAO office and let them know you are aware and when you plan to make the appropriate changes. The Association would much prefer that you decide how you want the change to occur. In 2011, the Association printed this document telling owners that offending items must be removed by March 31, 2011 to avoid fines. In many instances, owners did the right thing and removed non-compliant items. The Association will be sending out a last notice of non-compliance in the next few weeks. We will begin removing items such as carpet and tile in entryways on May 1, 2012. When this phase is completed, we will begin removing lanai lights which have been installed in the concrete ceiling of lanais. You will be billed for the cost of this removal. The Association has no other options to ensure compliance then to first request; then to demand; then to fine; then to take action. Please help us by taking responsibility for your part is this process.

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CONSTRUCTION TIMING 2012 The Association has a number of major projects to be completed in 2012 which will be noisy and dirty. The Board has voted to set aside an approximate six week period of time in which we plan to do the noisy projects. By setting these dates at this time, we can notify owners and agents of what to expect. They can then make a decision as to whether to book into units during that time. There is no perfect time for noisy construction in a vacation resort, but we have chosen the construction time between August 20 - October 5. This is traditionally the slowest time of the year for rental guests. With notice, most owners and agents can steer guests away from this period of time or let the guest know what is happening and give them a discount! Unit 3-408 added Total 16 units