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Weeds Away

The landscaping team is weeding beds, concrete edges, and curb lines this week. Some of the weeds are pulled by hand, some of it is done...

Jul 23, 20241 min read

Assessing KPVA Property and Issues

Four Board Members walked the KPVA parcel of land containing the KPVA retention pond to assess its spillover, retaining walls , trees,...

Jul 16, 20241 min read

For Sale: Knollwood Country Club

Knollwood Country Club (KCC) was listed for sale on July 8, 2024, with an asking price of $6,500,000. Built in 1975 and renovated in...

Jul 16, 20241 min read

Please Do Not Feed the Animals

It's the night before garbage pickup, and a mother raccoon with five kits are on the prowl. When late twilight offers more cover they...

Jul 15, 20241 min read

Colors in Bloom

Celosia annuals bring splashes of color to the KPVA islands. In our climate they do not survive the winter to become perennials.

Jul 11, 20241 min read

Measuring Retaining Walls

Wooden retaining walls on the east and west ends of the KPVA retention pond are aging. Annette Knoop of Kuert Outdoor Living measured...

Jul 9, 20241 min read

August 13- Dinner Date

The KPVA summerfest dinner will be on Tuesday, August 13, 6-9 PM, at Capri Italian Restaurant in Granger. More details to follow, but...

Jul 1, 20241 min read

Tree Damage and Maintenance

Homeowners are responsible for maintenance of trees 12 inches or greater in diameter, per the KPVA Covenants, Section 12, Landscaping and...

Jun 20, 20241 min read

Just a Little Off the Top

A landscaping trim is underway per the KPVillas contract with New Generation Landscaping and Lawn. The KPVA official website lists the...

Jun 19, 20241 min read

Beat the Heat

During extreme heat, remember best practices, even though they sound basic. Per Andrew Pershing of Climate Central: Take care of...

Jun 18, 20241 min read

Cure

The finishing touches were put on a new driveway on June 12. The contractor was Concrete Charlie.

Jun 17, 20241 min read

Ready for Flag Day

Old Glory is flying in KPVillas in anticipation of Flag Day on Friday, June 14, 2024. Seven neighbors purchased new flags and/or flag...

Jun 12, 20241 min read

Rocks, Mud, Roots...and Violets

Pull a bunch of weeds and invasive ivy and what's left behind is a berm of mud-filled rock. Three days of pleasant weather inspired a...

Apr 26, 20242 min read

Turn on Water By May 1

Gary Boyer asks everyone to turn on your water by May 1 so he can get your sprinklers activated for the season. Gary provides assistance...

Apr 26, 20241 min read

Restoring Display of Flags

A prominent aesthetic of KPVillas is the proud display of American flags affixed to lamp posts. Resident volunteers invite homeowners to...

Apr 22, 20242 min read

Adjacent County Parcel Surveyed

Property bordering KPVillas influences efforts to contain invasive plants here. To identify issues with the St. Joseph County (SJC)...

Apr 15, 20241 min read

Mulch on the Move

After prepping the beds around KPVillas, the crew from New Generation Landscaping and Lawn delivered and spread loads of mulch. Spring...

Mar 17, 20241 min read

Solar Eclipse Sightlines

If you watch the partial solar eclipse from KPVillas on April 8, 2024, plan a clear sightline to the sun for the duration of the event. ...

Mar 16, 20241 min read

Opt Out of Trimming

If you want to opt out of bushing trimming for the year, now is the tIme to state your preference. KPVillas President Loretta wrote...

Mar 15, 20242 min read

Plats

Plats of KPVillas were provided courtesy of St. Joseph County (SJC) Planner Shawn Klein. He writes, "Section Four created a single lot...

Mar 15, 20241 min read

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