The Gull's Call - Oct/Nov/Dec 2024

CommunityNews Meet the Community Board By Jacqui Galvez Vasquez BILL PAI - PRESIDENT, VILLAGE 3-A

maintaining and enhancing our property values and quality of life for the future. I joined the Bay Isle Pointe Board of Directors in 2012 and the Community Board of Directors in 2014. I’m currently the treasurer and have been part of the finance committee for several years. It’s our responsibility to find a good balance between improvements for the whole community, while keeping dues reasonable. As we look to the future, our communities are well into middle age. Most of the original trees have been replaced, many of our project associations have redone sewer lateral lines, and last year, we did a major investment to refurbish all of the lagoon bridges. We’re going to need to continue to invest to keep our community vibrant for future generations. Our entire community is built on what used to be tidelands. We’re especially vulnerable to sea level rise, storm surge, and coastal erosion. Many of our homes were added to the FEMA hundred-year floodplain in 2017 and more will likely follow in future updates. We’re going to need to continue to engage with the city, state and federal government on mitigation and adaptation strategies. Much of the value and quality of life that we enjoy here in Harbor Bay is the result of many volunteer hours over the last fifty years. Over time, standards and expectations change, and it will take additional common sense contributions to help Harbor Bay evolve for the future. If that’s interesting to you, please join a landscape committee, an architectural committee, a project board, or the master board.” BASSEY OBOT - SECRETARY, VILLAGE 4 “I really like the openness and accessibility to the outdoors here at Harbor Bay. Walking and biking along the lagoons, under trees and along the San Francisco Bay can't really get any better. I chose to call Harbor Bay home because of the good schools and quiet community that I found when I visited here. I have always been one to "lend a hand" when someone needs help. When I first moved to Bay Farm, I lived in the Bay Colony and served on the Board. Fast forward 15 or so years and the Woodbridge board needed some new members, so I ran for a seat on the board there. When a position on the Community Board opened up after Walt Jacobs’ unfortunate passing, I was asked if I would step up. I could not say no. Community service and the feeling of being involved is why I join.

“I believe it is important that homeowners’ interests be actively represented and protected when it comes to policy issues that impact the community, both in the short-and long-term. In addition, policies that govern homeowner rights and responsibilities must be fairly and consistently applied. I also consider it important to keep the HOA boards regularly informed of matters under consideration, and to seek their input on important decisions.” GARY LYM - VICE PRESIDENT, VILLAGE 5 "My family has called Harbor Bay home for over 45 years. I still remember the days when Bay Farm Island was nothing but rolling fields of lettuce. It’s been incredible to witness its transformation over the last half century. One of my favorite things about Harbor Bay is its beautiful lagoon pathways, especially as a Golden Retriever owner. My pup loves her daily walks along the water. I joined the board to give back to my community. Working with my fellow board members has been a rewarding experience as we work together to make Harbor Bay an even better place to live. I'm truly grateful for the time and dedication of all the volunteer board members who are committed to improving our community. I believe each board member comes with a sincere intention to make Harbor Bay the best community for its homeowners. When homeowners express concerns, this board is proactive in listening and seeking solutions. We have a very dedicated staff under the excellent leadership of our executive director. I understand how busy our homeowners can get. But if you have time, I can tell you that the friendships and connections I've made as a board member have been incredibly rewarding. Seeing the positive impact you can “My wife and I bought a house in Bay Isle Pointe in 2004 and have been here ever since. We especially enjoy the nature along the lagoon, parks and bay front while walking and biking around Harbor Bay Isle. It’s also a very easy ferry commute to my current job in San Francisco. After living here for several years and appreciating the beauty of Harbor Bay, I wanted to contribute to have on your community is truly special." PAUL BEUSTERIEN - TREASURER- VILLAGE 2

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