Knoll-Century suit

On Dec. 30, the court will rule on a lawsuit filed by a homeowner, Aaron Seward, represented by the law firm of Keough and DeBose of Orlando, vs. The Knoll-Century Hill Homeowner Association, Inc. Homeowners hope and pray that the long ongoing spinning wheel of unfair practices and abuses will spin to a stop.

1. Rules and regulations are selectively enforced against homeowners.

2. Timely notice is not given on crucial votes or no notice is given at all.

3. The board has refused to let homeowners view and copy records pursuant to the Florida law.

4. Members have requested copies of tape recording for each meeting, which would substantiate many of the complaints members have filed. The board's response is, "We threw them all away."

5. We have heard members who are supporters of the board and the status-quo yell out when members raise questions, "Burn them out." This went unabated by the board, further more they appeared to welcome it. At times board members joined in the harassment of homeowners.

6. When a homeowner tried to ask a question at a meeting a board member stood up and stated, "Move out if you don't like it!" This was the secretary who tapes every meeting. Members have asked several times to have the tapes preserved.

7. The fact is homeowners who ask questions regarding the handling of finances or the operations of the association are mistreated. They are taunted, ridiculed, abused and are barred from the recreational facilities and not allowed to participate with the group. The sheriff's office has been called to the park on several occasions regarding threats and harassment.

8. The truth is, homeowners were assessed $1,000 up front or $1,250 over five years, plus the annual fee and are liable for all future assessments.

The board members threaten homeowners that if they don't pay they will lien and may foreclose on their home. This is an absolute travesty and disgrace when some can't afford their prescription medicine. Homeowners hope for help!

H. Floyd Williams
Members for Justice
The Knoll-Century Hill Park
Avon Park