2022-10-19 EL CAJON (AE): The Community is inviting everyone to share a fun, safe family Halloween at the 7th Annual Avocado Estates Trunk or Treat!
The event will be held at the Association’s Pool Parking Lot on Sunday, October 30, 2022 from 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
Check out the official Trunk-or-Treat notice for more details!
2022-09-12 EL CAJON (AE): Our annual multi-family Neighborhood Garage Sale will be held on Saturday, September 24th!
Please see important instructions and all the details in the flyer below.
Many thanks to Janet Rippinger and Sarah Williams for all their hard work coordinating this event!
2021-10-12 EL CAJON (AE): The Community is inviting everyone to share a fun, safe family Halloween at the 7th Annual Avocado Estates Trunk or Treat!
The event will be held at the Association’s Pool Parking Lot on Saturday, October 30, 2021 from 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Check out the official Trunk-or-Treat notice for more details!
2021-06-22 EL CAJON (AE): The Avocado Estates Board of Directors would like to remind Residents that the Rules regarding guest parking are that Residents are not permitted to park in the Common Area at any time without prior Board approval.
Any Resident who continues to park in the Common Area without approval from the Board of Directors will be towed at the vehicle owner’s expense!
Stored vehicles are also not permitted in the common area. If you have an extenuating circumstance, please contact management so you may present your parking request to the Board.
Should you have any questions or concerns about guest parking, please contact manager Chloe Holder at Curtis Management via our Contact Us form or by calling 858-587-9844.
2020-09-09 EL CAJON (AE): The Avocado Estates Pool Committee has issued the following Pool Update:
We want to allow more time slots for residents on the weekends. Starting this weekend on Saturdays and Sundays we will be switching to 2-hour timeslots with 2 spots. 1 family per time slot and each signup may be up to 10 people (including the host - Residents and family only). The hours for Monday-Friday will remain the same.
New Rules:
Rules still in place:
FOLLOWING ALL RULES AND SIGNS IS PARAMOUNT TO KEEPING OUR COMMUNITY SAFE AND OUR POOL OPEN. FINES AND/OR RESTRICTION OF POOL USE WILL OCCUR IF YOU ARE FOUND TO NOT BE ADHEREING TO GUIDELINES.
Thank you!
2020-08-10 EL CAJON (AE): Wondering who's running for a spot on our Board of Directors in our upcoming election? Then you're in luck!
The Avocado Estates Board of Directors has just released the Notice of Candidates for our Annual Meeting and Election of Directors, which will be held on Saturday, October 17, 2020 at 10:00 AM. Take a look!
2020-07-06 EL CAJON (AE): The Avocado Estates Pool Committee has been closely monitoring pool use and has noted that as of last week we still have many vacant spots in the signups.
As a result, the Committee has now made further improvements to the Pool Signup Rules, which you can read below. Enjoy!
2020-06-17 EL CAJON (AE): Thank you all for a great first week back enjoying our pool! The Spa has been fixed and is now open for use.
With lots of vacant spots last week, the Pool Committee has made new changes to the signup procedure. Check out the attached Pool Update for details!
2020-06-11 EL CAJON (AE): The Avocado Estates Pool Area is opening tomorrow, Friday, June 12, 2020 in a limited capacity!
The procedures for Pool Area use are as follows:
2020-04-30 EL CAJON (AE): Should Avocado Estates install locking pedestrian gates at the front and back entrance? We need to hear from you!
Please complete our Pedestrian Gate Survey and return it to Curtis Management via the email or physical address in the survey. Thank you!
2019-11-11 EL CAJON (AE): Our annual multi-family garage sale is this Saturday, November 16th! Many thanks to Sarah Williams and Janet Rippinger for all their hard work coordinating this event.
Whether you're a participant or shopper, make sure you're ready for the event and enjoy it to the fullest by reading the attached instructions. See you Saturday!
2019-10-07 EL CAJON (AE): The 2019 Election Results for the Avocado Estates Board of Directors are now available for your review.
Our Annual Meeting was held on October 5, 2019 for the purpose of electing four (4) members to the Board of Directors for a term of two (2) years.
Congratulations to Erica, Sandra, Darrell and Mark, and many thanks to all who ran and voted!
2019-09-12 EL CAJON (AE): Our annual multi-family garage sale is coming up! Get started on cleaning out those out those garages and closets. This is a great way to earn some extra cash, mingle with our friendly neighbors, and maybe find a treasure for yourself too!
Our garage sale is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 16th at 8:00 AM. Please see the attached flyer for all the details!
2019-08-07 EL CAJON (AE): Due to certain community guest parking areas becoming inundated with owner vehicles, the Board of Directors has issued the following Guest Parking Reminder.
As a courtesy to your neighbors, please take a moment to read this timely notice. Thank you!
2019-07-02 EL CAJON (AE): In preparation for our upcoming seal coat project, the Avocado Estates Board of Directors has released Seal Coat Instructions for homeowners and a color-coded Seal Coat Map detailing the phases of the project.
Please study the attached documents carefully to ensure your home, pets, and vehicles will be ready when the time comes. Thank you!
2019-06-27 EL CAJON (AE): The Avocado Estates Board of Directors issued a new Roads Update today regarding the dates for the upcoming Sealing as well as the purpose of Eagle Paving's onsite visit this Monday, July 1st.
Please take a moment to read the attached Roads Update. Thank you!
2019-05-01 EL CAJON (AE): The Avocado Estates Board of Directors today announced that our pool area is now officially open for Summer!
The Board also issued an update on improvements to the pool area and a timely reminder of our pool rules:
2019-01-23 EL CAJON (AE): The Avocado Estates Board of Directors released two important documents today.
The first details how and when Special Assessment refund checks will be distributed. The second is a Roads Update describing the upcoming curbside plant clearing by Green Horizons and the curb overlay work by Eagle Paving.
Both are important, so please take a look!
2018-12-06 EL CAJON (AE): The Avocado Estates Board of Directors has issued the following Roads Update to remind residents about the asphalt overlay work which is set to begin this Monday, December 10th.
There are curb clearing requirements and changes to traffic flow, so please take a look!
2018-12-05 EL CAJON (AE): The Avocado Estates Board of Directors would like to wish all of the Association’s residents a happy - and safe - Holiday Season.
To that end the Board would like to remind all residents to be on the lookout for any suspicious behavior throughout the upcoming season. Law enforcement cannot overcome crime without the support of citizens individually and as a community.
To help avoid becoming a victim of theft and protect the common area from potential vandalism, we have listed a few helpful safety tips:
If you witness any suspicious behavior or notice someone that doesn’t belong at our community, please report it immediately to the County Sheriff’s Department at 619-441-4564 or dial 911 in case of an emergency.
2018-11-21 EL CAJON (AE): On this Thanksgiving eve the Avocado Estates Board of Directors has issued a Roads Update detailing something for which homeowners will no doubt be grateful, namely a $1000 refund of their special assessment.
The Roads Update also contains important instructions for preparing your curbs for the upcoming asphalt overlay, so please take a look!
2018-10-23 EL CAJON (AE): The Community is inviting everyone to share a fun, safe family Halloween at the 4th Annual Avocado Estates Trunk or Treat held at the Association’s Pool Parking Lot on Sunday, October 28, 2018 from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Food will be catered by Taquizas Los Chuchy’s Mexican food!
Learn more from the official Trunk-or-Treat notice attached.
2018-10-05 EL CAJON (AE): Wondering what roads will be closed when? How trash pickup will be affected? Or when road resurfacing, sealing, or curb replacement will occur?
The answers to those and other very important questions can be found in the latest Roads Project Update. Take a look!
2018-09-28 EL CAJON (AE): Thank you for your patience in the coming weeks as we embark on the long-awaited road repaving project at Avocado Estates. After evaluating the roads reserves and acquiring additional money through the special assessment, we have determined it is appropriate to begin the project on 10/1/18.
The project will last approximately 3 weeks and additional impact to your immediate street will be communicated directly to you through Eagle Paving. The contact information for the site superintendent, as well as a general timeline is available on the attached flyer from Eagle Paving.
Should you have any concerns that cannot be answered by the on-site superintendent during the project, please contact Curtis Management.
Finally, if you have yet to pay your special assessment please do so by 10/18/18 to ensure the project is funded appropriately.
2018-09-28 EL CAJON (AE): Due to the short timeline before paving your community roads, we need to establish some deadline dates on estimates for your personal driveways.
Please observe the following:
Deadline for requesting estimates:
Friday, September 28th
Deadline for signing estimates:
Wednesday, October 3rd
To schedule an estimate, please contact:
Jamie Mercer
C: 858-790-9827
O: 858-486-6400 Ext: 724
E: jamie@eaglepaving.us
2018-08-25 EL CAJON (AE): Given that our annual meeting is coming up in October, the Avocado Estates Board of Directors has released a call for candidates which highlights the fact that candidacy forms are due by August 31st.
The Board has also issued a news bulletin containing important details about our Roads Project, a bulletin which every homeowner should read.
2018-08-17 EL CAJON (AE): The Avocado Estates Board of Directors has released a news bulletin containing an update regarding the installation of new barbeques at the pool area.
The bulletin also provides a timely reminder of our pool rules as well as the process for reporting pool area problems.
To access the official bulletin simply click on the document thumbnail.
2018-07-19 EL CAJON (AE): Wondering if you can have a second green waste cart? Not sure what you can or can't put in the trash, green waste, or recycle cart?
The answers to these questions and more can be found in the latest update from Waste Management (WM), which complements our previous article about scheduling your free yearly bulky item pickup. Take a look!
2018-06-19 EL CAJON (AE): Wondering what's going on with our Roads Project? Get the latest information from the Roads Project Update just released by the Avocado Estates Board of Directors.
Highlights include the tentative selection of a pavement vendor; the upcoming assessment community meetings on July 7th & August 18th; and an opportunity for homeowners to have their private driveways repaved while the vendor's equipment is on site.
For full details, please access the official Roads Update by clicking on the document below:
2018-06-15 EL CAJON (AE): Would you like to make some extra cash, clear out your garage & closets, meet your neighbors, and perhaps find a treasure for yourself as well?
Then get ready for the annual Avocado Estates Neighborhood Garage Sale, which is scheduled for Saturday, July 14th, at 8:00 AM!
This event will be advertised in the San Diego UT and on Craigslist, and will include signage at the gates, on Jamacha and at Avocado Summit.
There will also be balloons to tie to your mailbox, as shoppers will be asked to "follow the yellow balloons" to easily find sellers.
To find out how to sign up & receive important instructions, or for more information, please read the attached official bulletin.
Many thanks to organizers Janet Rippinger and Sarah Williams for planning this event!
2018-05-22 EL CAJON (AE): To help keep homeowners informed about our Roads Project, the Avocado Estates Board of Directors has released an official Roads Project Update, plus three handouts: a map, timeline, and Q&A.
Highlights include the decision to begin Phase 1 and an upcoming, early summer community vote for how to fund Phase 2. For full details, please access the official Roads Update and handouts below.
2018-04-11 EL CAJON (AE): The Avocado Estates Board of Directors has major news to announce regarding our Roads Project.
Among the highlights are that we now have a finalized scope of work, four viable bids, and a community membership meeting coming in May.
For full details, please access the official Roads Update by clicking on the document below:
2018-03-15 EL CAJON (AE): Did you know that Waste Management (WM) will remove bulky items for you for free? Here are 5 quick tips for making it happen.
FIRST, WM will perform one bulky pickup per year of at most 3 items – absolutely free! Subsequent pickups currently cost $50 for the first item and $20 for additional items, up to a maximum of 6 items per pickup. Prepayment is required.
Note that these terms are DIFFERENT from the regular residential terms listed on the WM website, because we're an HOA.
SECOND, make sure that WM will take your items, and perform any special handling required. Check out this WM Bulky Pickups flier for details.
THIRD, contact WM at least 48 business hours in advance – to make sure they can schedule your bulky pickup when you want it – and give them our bulky item account number, 232-56712.
FOURTH, bulky pickup requests can be made via WM's website form. Typically you'll receive three emails, with the final email confirming when your driver will be there. You'll want to make sure you respond to the emails as requested, and wait to put out your items until you get that final confirmation email.
FIFTH and finally, requests can also be made by calling (619) 596-5100 and navigating the WM phone menu. Whereas WM's website form is definitely more convenient, contacting WM by phone is recommended if you want your pickup sooner.
So the next time you're wondering what to do with that bulky item, don't forget WM's free bulky pickups!
2017-12-18 EL CAJON (AE): The Avocado Estates Board of Directors has issued a Security & Safety Update regarding several incidents of trespassing and vandalism that happened during this past year.
The update describes the types of problems that have occurred, the steps the Board has taken to address them, and the steps residents can take to help keep Avocado Estates safe and secure.
To access the Safety & Security Update, please click on the document below:
2017-11-30 EL CAJON (AE): Join us for an evening of Family Christmas Caroling on Sunday, Dec. 10th from 6:00-7:30 PM. Caroling will commence at the Crowley's driveway at 1729 The Woods Drive. Wear an Ugly Christmas Sweater if you are so inclined!
In year’s past, the carolers have knocked on doors and sang on the porch. Problem with that is that we don’t get to very many homes.
This year, we’re going to try something new. We’re going to slowly walk up and down the streets singing our songs of holiday cheer.
Don’t worry if you don’t know the words, we’ll provide written sheets with lyrics. Just bring a flashlight so you can see the paper!
2017-11-13 EL CAJON (AE): The Avocado Estates Board of Directors has released a Roads Update which includes details of the Nov. 8th "bid walk" with five asphalt companies as well as the work Green Horizons Landscaping will do to address trees whose roots imperil our roads.
The update also discusses the upcoming roads meeting, which is still tentatively scheduled for Saturday, December 16th at 9:00 AM but may be rescheduled to January if the bids do not arrive in time.
To access the official Roads Update, please click on the document below:
2017-10-31 EL CAJON (AE): The Avocado Estates Board of Directors has published the agenda for our upcoming Board Meeting, to be held on Monday, November 6th at 6:00 PM in the meeting room of the pool area.
The meeting will consist of an open, regular session for homeowners immediately followed by a closed, executive session for board members.
Homeowners are encouraged to attend, so we hope to see you there!
To access the official regular and executive session agendas, please click on the documents below:
2017-10-26 EL CAJON (AE): The Avocado Estates Board of Directors has released two documents concerning our upcoming roads project.
The Preconstruction Timeline details the schedule of activities to be completed before construction begins.
The Roads Update details steps taken to date, current status, and project goals. Of note is the goal to have hard bids and phasing options for community review by mid-December!
To access the official news bulletin and timeline, please click on the documents below:
2017-10-05 EL CAJON (AE): Our franken-tastic neighborhood is gearing up for our 3rd annual Trunk-or-Treat event for our little ghosts & goblins, to be held Sunday, Oct. 29th from 4:00-6:00 PM.
The community is inviting everyone to share in a fun, safe family Halloween. Come to the pool parking lot, decorate your car or table, dress up in costumes, and give away candy!
2017-09-11 EL CAJON (AE): The Avocado Estates Board of Directors has issued a very important update on our parking rules and enforcement.
Due to a recent increase in reports of both residents and guests violating the Association’s parking rules, the Board has signed a Towing Authorization Agreement with Western Towing allowing them to remove any vehicle in violation upon board approval.
In addition, “Tow Away” signs will be posted at both entrances to the community which will include Western Towing’s phone number, (619) 297-8697.
Effective immediately the Association will be enforcing the approved parking rules and regulations as listed in our Summary of Rules and Regulations document.
The full Parking Enforcement Update from the Board follows:
2017-07-15 EL CAJON (AE): The Avocado Estates Board of Directors has issued a news bulletin with another update on the progress of our roads.
After meeting with three local engineers, our AD Magellan (ADM) project manager ultimately recommended Engineering Design Group (EDG), the same firm that successfully designed the HOA pond area repairs caused by the Helix Water meter failure.
By scaling down the traffic index used in the original Krazan scope of work to a value more appropriate for a small community of 101 homes, EDG expects to see a much lower project cost on a revised scope of work.
As a result the Board has approved EDG to develop a new scope of work, and for ADM to continue managing the process.
The goal is for EDG to develop a new, thorough scope of work and secure bids by mid-September 2017, after which time a community meeting will be held to discuss all of the funding and construction options, to include a possible phasing option.
To access the official news bulletin, please click on the document below:
2017-06-27 EL CAJON (AE): The Avocado Estates annual Fourth of July Party is now only one week away! The party will run all day long next Tuesday, July 4th at the pool area, and will feature a Taco Buffet from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm.
Please bring your own drinks and an appetizer or dessert to share.
At 8:30 pm we'll trek up to Avocado Summit to view the fireworks!
2017-03-27 EL CAJON (AE): The Avocado Estates Board of Directors has released a news bulletin containing an update on the progress concerning our roads.
Although it's very early in the process, the good news thus far is that when our new AD Magellan (ADM) project manager met with the principal at Burkett and Wong Engineering (BWE), they indicated that the scope of work by Krazan may have been over-designed. As such, ADM will work with other local engineers to obtain a revised scope/recommendation.
To access the news bulletin, please click on the document below:
2017-03-06 EL CAJON (AE): The Avocado Estates Board of Directors has released a news bulletin containing new information about our roads.
After the February 25th brainstorming session the roads committee held a follow-on conference call with the engineer from Krazen & Associates. The results of that call are detailed in this bulletin.
Also detailed are the road committee's next steps, in particular as regards the engagement of AD Magellan to pursue other, less costly scope of work options.
To access the news bulletin, please click on the document below:
2017-02-16 EL CAJON (AE): With the changing of the seasons comes the need for spring cleaning. And as you can see in the pictures below, our pond is no different.
Our lovely pond was recently trimmed by the gardening team from Green Horizons. Great job gentlemen!
2016-11-22 EL CAJON (AE): The Avocado Estates Board of Directors has released a draft version of the minutes from our November 12th Annual Meeting.
Participation at this year's meeting was high, and in fact quorum was exceeded by 20 ballots.
With the results of the election in, the Board would like to thank Darrell Strom for his service, and to welcome new board members Lindsey Danner and Casey Ryan. Let's give them our full support!
*** Happy Thanksgiving! ***
2016-10-07 EL CAJON (AE): The Avocado Estates Board of Directors has issued the following official statement to inform homeowners about the outcome of the road project loan & special assessment vote that was conducted on Monday, October 3rd.
To access the official statement, please click on the document below:
2016-10-07 EL CAJON (AE): The Avocado Estates Board of Directors would like to remind homeowners that our next Board Meeting will be held at the pool area this coming Tuesday, October 11th at 6:00 pm.
On the agenda will be a discussion of the loan vote that did not pass on Oct. 3rd.
The meeting will also include the chance for homeowners to present their comments, suggestions, or questions. During the Homeowners' Forum, each homeowner who wishes to speak will be allocated 3 minutes to do so.
See you at the pool next Tuesday at 6!
2016-09-26 EL CAJON (AE): Homeowners are cordially invited to attend our 2016 Special Meeting, to be held next Monday, October 3rd!
The meeting will be held at the Pool Area. Sign-in will start at 5:45 pm, and the Certification of Quorum will be pronounced at 6:15 pm.
To help prepare homeowners for the upcoming meeting, the Board has published the Regular & Executive Board Meeting Agendas as well as the Special Meeting Agenda below.
Take a look & see you at our Special Meeting next Monday!
2016-09-26 EL CAJON (AE): To further inform residents about our upcoming Road Rehabilitation Project, the Board of Directors have released the attached Avocado Estates Rehabilitation Project Scope of Work document from Krazan & Associates.
Of particular interest are the Project Summary on PDF page 3, the road chart on PDF page 11, and the Technical Specifications sections starting on PDF page 25.
In addition, a new area specifically for Road Rehabilitation Project documents and information has been created at the top of the FAQ page, just below the Email Signup form. Check it out by clicking here!
2016-09-16 EL CAJON (AE): Would you like to make some extra cash, clear out your garage & closets, meet your neighbors, and perhaps find a treasure for yourself as well?
Then get ready for the annual Avocado Estates Neighborhood Garage Sale, which is scheduled for Saturday, October 29th, at 8:00 am!
This event will be advertised in the San Diego UT and on Craigslist, and will include signage at the gates, on Jamacha and at Avocado Summit.
There will even be balloons to tie to your mailbox, as shoppers will be asked to "follow the yellow balloons" to easily find sellers.
To find out how to sign up & receive important instructions, or for more information, please read the attached official bulletin.
Happy shopping & many thanks to organizers Janet Rippinger and Sarah Williams!
2016-08-22 EL CAJON (AE): To further inform residents regarding the status of the roads within Avocado Estates, the Board of Directors have released the attached Pavement Evaluation Investigation report from Krazan & Associates.
The investigation was conducted to evaluate the asphaltic concrete pavement, subbase and subgrade conditions of our roads, and to provide a soil profile using exploratory borings.
The report includes a site plan showing the approximate boring locations as well as a description of the field investigation and laboratory testing.
At its end the report contains an overall evaluation plus a recommendations section with two suggested options.
2016-10-07 EL CAJON (AE): The Board of Directors of Avocado Estates have issued a second news bulletin to remind residents regarding our upcoming Road Renovation Town Hall and to provide them with new information about the meeting.
Set for 10:00 AM on Saturday, August 6th, 2016 at the pool, the Town Hall will be an informational session only - no voting will
occur - and to ensure your questions are answered, attendees will include legal counsel and a banking representative. Read more in the official bulletin below!
2016-07-22 EL CAJON (AE): Please be advised that on Saturday, August 6th, 2016 the Board of Directors will be holding a special “Town Hall Meeting” to provide the membership with a status update regarding the road renovation project. The meeting will begin at 10:00 AM and will be held at the pool.
If you have questions or would like more information, please see the official Town Hall Meeting Notice below.
2016-07-22 EL CAJON (AE): Summer is here and so is the need to remind residents of the various rules that govern guest parking and the use of our pool & spa!
To that end the Board has released a Summer Newsletter highlighting important portions of our Rules & Regulations regarding Common Area use.
Let's keep Avocado Estates a truly wonderful place to live. Please read the attached newsletter!
2016-06-22 EL CAJON (AE): The Avocado Estates annual Fourth of July Party is coming soon! The party will run all day long Monday, July 4th at the pool area, and will feature a Taco Buffet from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm.
Please bring your own drinks and an appetizer or dessert to share.
At 8:30 pm we'll trek up to Avocado Summit to view the fireworks!
2016-06-22 EL CAJON (AE): As of June 1st work has begun on the new Avocado Estates website.
As an interim measure our current website has been restructured and updated.
Our new website will feature photography of our beautiful flora and fauna. The new website may also mark the return of the lovely Avocado Estates logo originally commissioned by the developer. Stay Tuned!
2016-01-01 EL CAJON (AE): Many in our community realize that a much needed overhaul of the roads is right around the corner. In fact, the quick fix approach that we have taken needs to be revisited. The following documents will provide an overview of the issue at hand.
Please feel free to contact us with any questions, however an important meeting will be taking place in the near future.
