What is a Property Owners Association?
The POA is a membership of homeowners that is responsible for the enforcement of the Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for the properties in the neighborhood. The Association also maintains the landscaping and fences in the common areas of the neighborhood.
The goal of the POA is to enhance the appearance of our neighborhood and maintain property values.

What is the difference between Stoneridge POA and the Wells Branch Neighborhood Association (WBNA)?
The Stoneridge POA membership includes only the 132 homeowners in our subdivision. Membership in the POA is not optional and is disclosed during the purchase of your property. The Wells Branch Neighborhood Association is a social/ civic organization that includes all addresses in Wells Branch. The WBNA publishes their own monthly newsletter. Membership dues in the the WBNA is totally optional, and membership dues are not applied to the POA.

I already pay taxes to the Municipal Utility District, so why do I have to pay POA dues?
The MUD is responsible for the water service, flood control, garbage pickup and maintenance of the parks and trails throughout the entire Wells Branch area. They do not maintain the landscaping, fences and walls that are contained inside many of the various subdivisions and neighborhoods throughout Wells Branch.

What areas is the Stoneridge POA responsible for?
Stoneridge includes Ploverville Dr. east of Wells Port Dr., Bescott Dr, Purslane Meadow Tr., Rose Pavonia Pl., Parralena Ln, and Camas Dr. All of the homes on these streets are members of the Stoneridge POA. The POA maintains the common landscape property areas along Wells Port Dr., the entrance walls, fences, signs, and flower beds on Cervin Dr. and Ploverville Dr. The Association maintains two property easements on Camas Dr.

Has the neighborhood always been known as Stoneridge?
No. The Association was formed by the developer “Wells Branch Joint Venture” and initially called Wells Branch Residential POA Inc. In 1999, on completion of the home building, the developer turned the association over to the homeowners. The neighborhood was named Stoneridge by a vote of the members at the 2001 Annual Meeting.

When did I join the Stoneridge POA?
Every property owner becomes a member of the Association when they purchased their home. At the closing of your home purchase, you were notified in a document called “Planned Unit Development Rider”. This document informs the property owner, that you are responsible for payment of dues, not to exceed $25.00/month.

The dues currently are $15.00/month. How does this compare with other neighborhood associations?
The other POA’s in Wells Branch have dues that range from $15.00 to $25.00/mo. Most of the other associations currently levy
dues of $20.00/mo.

Are there any dues increases planned for Stoneridge?
No. The Stoneridge Board of Directors works very hard to maintain a fiscally responsible Association. The Board receives a monthly financial statement from the accountant of the Bishop Company, and frequently adjusts to keep the Association fiscally sound.

What is The Bishop Company that I mail my member dues to?
The Bishop Company is a homeowner property management company that is retained by the Association. They collect dues
and maintain the accounting and expenses for the Association. They also send enforcement letters regarding violations of the Covenants and Deed Restrictions. Concerns regarding possible violation of the Covenants may be made directly to the Bishop Company

What penalties are there if I fail to pay my dues?
All members are expected to remain current in their dues obligations. Failure to do so will result in a reminder letter, followed by a certified letter, and finally the legal notification that a lien will be placed on the property.

What happens if a lien is placed on my property?
A property lien is placed only when other options to collect dues have been ignored. It is hoped that all members take their obligations and responsibility to the Association seriously. A property lien is a legal action taken to protect the Association. Once a lien is
filed by the Association, the property cannot be sold or refinanced without settlement of all debts that are owed. The removal of the lien must be filed with the Travis County Courts, and all legal expenses and attorney fees incurred by the Association must be paid by the property owner. The accumulation of dues will continue until all debts and obligations in arrear are fully paid.

Are the Board of Directors and Officers of the Association paid?
No. All of the BOD and Officers serve on a voluntary basis. They are elected each year at the Annual Meeting and donate
their time and efforts to the neighborhood.

Who gets to vote for the Board?
Every property owner is eligible to cast one vote for each property lot that they own. Each property owner is also eligible to run for any of the 3 Board positions.

Can I serve in other ways other than the BOD?
Absolutely. There are other positions such as the Officers of the Association, and various committees, such as the Architectural and Social Events Committees. All help is greatly appreciated