Board of Directors - North Star News

2026

• President: Lisa Robinson
• Vice President: Leilani Felan
• Secretary: Daimon Henderson
• Treasurer: Katherine Lavado-Arrington
• Members at Large: Cheryl Parham, Neida Perez, and Nichole Moore

2025

• President: Nichole Moore
• Vice President: Cheryl Parham
• Secretary: Lindsey McFarland
• Treasurer: Katherine Lavado-Arrington
• Members at Large: Will Jolley(Community Liaison, contributing to our commitment to community governance), Neida Perez, and Fred Joyner

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Your input is invaluable to our community governance efforts. To ensure that your concerns are addressed efficiently, please direct all community-related inquiries to president@overlookwvdc.com. If you do not receive an acknowledgment within a few days, please assume good intent—your message was not ignored but may not have been received. In such cases, please follow up. Additionally, when contacting the management team, please cc president@overlookwvdc.com to ensure the Board stays informed. To manage expectations regarding the timing of Board decisions, aside from emergency situations that call for a special meeting, the Board meets once a month at the end of the month. Be sure to check your email regularly, and consider setting up an alert for Robtco and the email address above, so you never miss an important announcement from North Star News.

Our key priorities for the year ahead include:  

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2025

✅ Transparency – We will provide timely updates on board decisions and community projects, ensuring that you are always informed about what’s happening and why, as part of our commitment to community governance.  

✅ Communication – Your input is invaluable. To ensure concerns are addressed efficiently, please direct all community-related inquiries to president@overlookwvdc.com. If you do not receive an acknowledgment within a few days, please assume good intent—your message was not ignored but may not have been received. In such cases, please follow up. Additionally, when contacting the management team, please cc president@overlookwvdc.com to keep the Board informed. To manage expectations regarding the timing of Board decisions, aside from emergency situations that call for a special meeting, the Board meets once a month at the end of the month. Please be sure to check your email regularly (perhaps consider creating an alert for Robtco and the email address above) so that you never miss an important announcement from the North Star News.  

✅ Accountability – We are dedicated to responsible governance, proactive maintenance, and making decisions that serve the best interests of our entire community.

Homeowners Associations (HOAs) often establish various committees to enhance community governance and ensure residents have a voice in how their neighborhood is managed. Below are the most common types of HOA committees and their general roles. If you are interested in chairing a committee or becoming a member, please contact president@overlookwvdc.com 

Adhoc Governance and Community  Health Committee

Purpose: To review and enhance how our HOA operates—from resolving concerns to improving communication.

Duties: 

• Review Current Processes: Examine complaint resolution, communication protocols, meeting procedures, and enforcement practices
• Research Best Practices and Assess HOA Maturity: Study successful approaches from comparable HOA communities. Assess HOAs governance posture. 
• Gather Community Input: Survey residents and collect feedback on governance effectiveness
• Develop Recommendations: Create actionable proposals to strengthen governance and engagement

Architectural Review Committee (ARC) / Design Review Committee

Purpose: Ensures that modifications or additions to homes comply with community guidelines.

Duties:

• Reviews and approves exterior changes (e.g., paint color, fencing, landscaping).
• Maintains neighborhood aesthetics and property values.

Finance or Budget Committee

Purpose: Oversees the financial health and planning of the HOA.

Duties:

• Prepares annual budgets.
• Reviews financial reports and reserves.
• Makes recommendations for dues, assessments, and cost-saving measures.

Covenants/Compliance Committee

Purpose: Enforces the community's rules and regulations (CC&Rs).

Duties:

• Investigates and reviews potential violations.
• Sends notices or recommends penalties for non-compliance.
• Educates homeowners about community standards.

Landscape or Grounds Committee

Purpose: Manages the appearance and upkeep of common areas.

Duties:

• Oversees landscaping vendors.
• Makes recommendations on beautification projects.
• Monitors tree maintenance, irrigation, and seasonal planting.

Social or Events Committee

Purpose: Fosters a sense of community through events and activities.

Duties:

• Organizes social gatherings (block parties, holiday events, etc.).
• Welcomes new residents.
• Promotes community engagement.

Safety or Security Committee

Purpose: Focuses on the well-being and safety of the community.

Duties:

• Works with local law enforcement or neighborhood watch.
• Addresses lighting, traffic, and emergency preparedness.
• Suggests improvements to security measures.

Welcome Committee

Purpose: Greets new homeowners and helps them integrate into the community.

Duties:

• Provides welcome packets or guides.
• Introduces new residents to rules, contacts, and community norms.

Communications Committee

Purpose: Ensures effective communication between the board and residents.

Duties:

• Manages newsletters, emails, or social media.
• Updates bulletin boards or community websites.
• Promotes transparency and information-sharing.

Nominating or Elections Committee

Purpose: Manages board member elections and leadership transitions.

Duties:

• Recruits and vets candidates.
• Prepares ballots and election materials.
• Ensures fair and transparent voting. For more updates on your community, visit North Star News.

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