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OPINION: Master Planning and OVA Bylaws Amendments
“Master Plan”, “Long Range Planning”, “CAC Redevelopment”, or “It’s déjà vu all over again”. Although listening to what everyone thinks is difficult, the OVA BOD must at least try. For this purpose, the 2022-2024 2030 process did not work; the 2015 Voices of Oakmont survey did. We can call the current CAC update process whatever…
Read MoreOPINION: Master Plan or Misstep? Oakmont’s Path Forward in an Established Community
Oakmont Village, like many established communities, is facing a crossroad. With the Central Area Complex projects sparking debates and the long-range planning efforts underway, the concept of a Master Plan has become a focal point. As our General Manager, Christel Antone, said recently, “Developing a Master Plan is hard.” But what does that really mean…
Read MoreTransparency Crisis: The Unanswered Questions Behind Oakmont’s Central Area Designs
Recently, the Oakmont community was invited to participate in a questionnaire survey to provide feedback on three proposed design concepts for the Central Area. The survey was a significant opportunity for residents to voice their opinions and shape the future of our community. However, despite the completion of this survey, there appears to be a…
Read MoreTriple Threat: Rising Fire Insurance Rates, OVA Dues Escalation and PG&E Costs Squeeze Oakmont Village Residents
Rising fire insurance rates, escalating OVA dues, and increasing energy costs leave us wondering how we can take action to positively impact our personal and our community’s future. Oakmont Village is renowned for its close-knit neighborhoods and robust mutual support network, which play a crucial role in fostering a sense of community and resilience among…
Read MoreAn OVA Member’s View of the Central Area Planning Process
Editor’s note: The posters will be up and comments will be collected only through July 26. No estimates of cost are provided, and you are not being asked to select among the various concepts and floor plans, but rather to provide your suggestions and preferences among the various features. You may find the images and…
Read MoreOakmont Grassroots Values
These are the values that define the Oakmont Grassroots Organization and guide our actions with respect to Oakmont governance.
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