Featured Post

Welcome to the Hills of Inverrary Community News Blog!

By -
Image
🏡 Welcome to Our New Community News Blog and Resource Website! We’re thrilled to launch this new digital space for the Hills of Inverrary community—a place where staying informed, engaged, and connected is just a click away. Whether you’re looking for the latest updates, want to explore upcoming events, or need access to important documents, this site is built with you in mind. We’ll be sharing news, resources, and opportunities to get involved—plus helpful posts on topics that matter most to our residents. You’ll also find: A Community Resources page packed with contact info, documents, and helpful links A Blog section (right here!) where we’ll post stories, announcements, and spotlights on our neighbors And soon, more interactive features based on your feedback We invite you to bookmark the page, subscribe for updates, and become part of the ongoing conversation that makes Inverrary such a special place to call home. Thanks for being here—let’s grow this community, together. Note:...
Post a Comment

💦 Water You Even Talking About, Bob?

By -

In the lush, occasionally overwatered jungles of the Hills of Inverrary, a new turf war has erupted. And no, it’s not about COA fees or parking spaces this time—it’s about how to water the lawn.

Enter Pro Bono Bob, the self-declared Lawn Whisperer of Lauderhill, who’s now demanding that anyone with an opinion on irrigation must first commission a “professional study.”

Yes, you heard that right. If you dare suggest that maybe, just maybe, the sprinklers shouldn’t run during a thunderstorm, Bob wants a peer-reviewed dissertation, a soil analysis, and possibly a notarized affidavit from your grass.

🧠 Bob’s Law of Lawn Logic:

  • Step 1: Ignore decades of turfgrass research from actual experts.
  • Step 2: Declare yourself the authority.
  • Step 3: Demand silence from the peasants unless they bring a “study.”

But here’s the kicker: the University of Florida already did the homework. Their turfgrass specialists have published extensive guidelines on how to water lawns in South Florida, and spoiler alert—Bob’s sprinkler sermons don’t quite line up.

📚 What UF Actually Says:

  • Water only when needed, based on signs of stress like folded blades or a blue-gray tint.
  • Adjust irrigation seasonally—not every Tuesday at 3 a.m. like it’s a sacred ritual.
  • Overwatering leads to disease, shallow roots, and weed infestations.
  • South Florida lawns (like St. Augustinegrass) can go several days without water, especially in cooler months.

So while Bob’s followers are busy praising his “knowledge” like he’s the Dalai Lama of Drip Systems, the rest of us are watching dollarweed bloom and wondering if his hose is connected to a fountain of misinformation.

🧽 The Sprinkler Squad’s Greatest Hits:

  • “Bob says the lawn needs water every day, even during a hurricane.”
  • “Bob read a blog once. That counts as a study, right?”
  • “Bob’s cousin’s neighbor used to mow lawns in Ohio. He’s basically a turf scientist.”

🛑 Let’s Be Real:

This isn’t about grass. It’s about control. Bob’s “commission a study” mantra is just COA-speak for “shut up unless you agree with me.” But science doesn’t bend to ego, and neither should your water bill.

So next time Bob starts pontificating, hand him a copy of UF’s actual guidelines. Or better yet, ask him to commission a study on why his sprinklers are watering the sidewalk.

“The Hills of Inverrary News Blog – Where Facts Live and Spin Stops.”

Location: Lauderhill, FL, USA

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Hills News: Giving Residents a Voice Beyond the Boardroom

By -
In every community, there exists a delicate balance between governance and grassroots action. Here in our neighborhood, that balance has sometimes felt out of reach. Too often, during board meetings—particularly under the Good and Welfare agenda—residents find themselves interrupted, dismissed, or accused of being off-topic. Important concerns go unanswered, and meaningful discussions stall before they even begin. That’s why Hills News exists. This blog is more than just a space for updates—it's an independent community outlet designed to ensure that every resident has a voice. Whether it's holding the board accountable for decisions affecting our homes, advocating for changes that matter, or simply refusing to accept the same old cycle of closed-door discussions, this platform empowers residents to speak without fear of censorship. Why Hills News Matters Unfiltered Community Action – Here, residents can bring attention to overlooked concerns without being cut off mid-s...
Read more

🎯 When “Removal” Isn’t Repair: Why Our Trellises Deserve Restoration, Not Erasure

By -
Image
In our community, the exterior maintenance of buildings—including architectural features like wood trellises—is the responsibility of the association. These trellises, while decorative, are part of the original design, lending charm, symmetry, and character to our homes. But recently, something troubling happened: after one resident’s trellis showed visible termite damage, the association sent someone out—not to repair it, but to saw it off and declare it wouldn’t be replaced. Why? Because the board decided trellises “attract termites.” Let’s be clear— removal is not maintenance. And under both state law and the spirit of our own governing documents, the association is obligated to maintain the exterior of the property—not selectively erase the parts it no longer wants to care for. 📜 What the Law Says Florida Statute 718.113 requires that associations maintain and repair the common elements—especially if those features are part of the original design. If trellises are considered “li...
Read more

Infrastructure Maintenance: A Fiduciary Responsibility, Not an Afterthought

By -
Image
In Hills of Inverrary, the board of directors isn’t just a group of volunteers—it’s a fiduciary body entrusted with the financial and operational wellbeing of our community. That means every decision, especially regarding infrastructure like storm drains, sewer laterals, and roads, must reflect duty of care , duty of loyalty , and duty of obedience to the association’s governing documents. Ignoring Infrastructure Breaches That Duty When storm drains are clogged and flooding occurs, the issue isn’t merely aesthetic or inconvenient—it’s a failure to uphold the fiduciary obligation to protect common elements and maintain community value. Allowing critical infrastructure to deteriorate exposes the association to liability, reduces property values, and ultimately costs homeowners far more in the long run. Good Governance Means Smart Budgeting Effective infrastructure maintenance starts with forward-thinking financial planning. A responsible board doesn’t wait for failure—they anticipate...
Read more