Hillsboro, OR
Tips for a safe 4th of July.
Fireworks went on sale June 23rd. Here is some guidance on what fireworks are and are not allowed in Hillsboro. For additional information, visit the City of Hillsboro’s website.
Please note that damage to HOA property can be charged back to property owners.
Let’s have a fun 4th of July!
The HOA’s sprinkler system is partially operational due to tree roots obstructing some heads. An audit is underway to track maintenance and improve efficiency.
As many of you know, the sprinkler system was turned on in late May. You may have noticed that only certain sections are currently running. This is intentional. Several sprinkler zones cannot be activated because tree roots have grown around sprinkler heads causing major leaks. Cutting the roots is time‑consuming and must be done methodically to avoid damaging the system.
Over the past year, a board member has already replaced 30 sprinkler bodies and 106 nozzles to reduce leaks and improve water accuracy and efficiency. Over a dozen of these components were failing so badly that they were gushing water. Many more still need attention. If the HOA hired our landscaping company to replace every broken head and nozzle, the cost would easily reach several thousand dollars.
At the same time, the board member is conducting a full audit of the irrigation system. This includes documenting:
This information will allow the HOA to quickly isolate and repair zones with broken heads while keeping other zones operational. It will also help us water new (and old) plants efficiently in the future, protecting any landscaping investments the community makes. For instance, grass needs more water than established plants such as trees and bushes and this information will help us target our water efficiently.
We have a $10,000 budget for watering our property during the summer. We anticipate these fixes and improvements can keep our plants healthy and thriving, but it takes a significant amount of time and work.
If you would like to help with this project, please email the board. Work typically occurs on Mondays and/or Tuesdays.
The irrigation system is over 20 years old and needs significant maintenance. With increasing water prices and a limited budget, it is imperative to have an optimized irrigation system. The reserves study estimates repairs to the system would cost $72,029 in 2027. With other projects such as gutters and fascia painting needed, whole scale irrigation renovation is not within the budget.
NOTE: A quick note about the front lawns of homes. The soil in the front lawns of most of the homes is poor. Just inches underneath the soil are rocks and various construction material left over from the builder. As a result, without constant watering the grass will brown and go into hibernation as the sun heats up the rocks.
In the future, the board would like to explore removing several inches of the rocky soil and replace it with healthy soil and reseed. In other areas we would transition to drought tolerant, pollinator friendly, native plants. Here are some examples. Once established, these plants require minimal watering. In addition, by removing grass the Hillsboro Water department will pay for 50% of project costs, up to $2,500 of approved plans.
Single Line Tree Care is expected to finish the project a day early.
Tree trimming work has moved faster than expected and Single Line Tree Care is expected to finish a day early. As a result, we need vehicles in the northwest guest parking location to be moved by Friday, 5/29/26, at 8 AM to facilitate the trimming of the large oak on the corner.
A final walk through will be performed with the company on Saturday morning. If you see a branch that is within 3 feet of a home or within 10 feet of a roof, please contact the Board of Directors with the location of the issue and preferably a picture.
Thank you for your help!
The sprinkler system has been turned on for the summer; please watch out for leaks and broken sprinkler heads.
The sprinkler system was turned on in late May for the summer. As everything comes back online, we may see a few leaks or broken sprinkler heads.
If you notice anything unusual—water pooling, spraying in the wrong direction, or a head not popping up—please send an e-mail to robinmeadowshoa@gmail.com with the location, a description of the issue, and a picture of the issue.
We’re working within a $10,000 irrigation budget, so catching issues early helps us stay on track and reduce water waste.
Board members will continue the audit of the sprinkler system that was started in the summer of 2025 to make sure we are using our water wisely and effectively. Two large water leaks were found and fixed last summer with the fixes preventing thousands of dollars of wasted water.
Single Line Tree Care will be on-site May 27-30 for extensive tree work on the property. Vehicles will need to be moved to facilitate the work.
Single Line Tree Care will be on-site May 27–30, 2026, to perform extensive tree trimming throughout the community. Work is scheduled to take place between 8 AM and 4 PM each day.
To complete this work, crews may need access to backyards, driveways, guest parking, and all sides of homes. Please ensure that back gates are unlocked to allow entry to clean debris and branches.
In preparation, we ask that residents please:
These steps will help ensure the work is completed safely and efficiently.
Please note that work may move faster than expected and someone may knock on a door to move a vehicle.
Please contact the Board of Directors with any questions and visit RobinMeadows.com for updates.
On May 27, the work will begin in the southwest corner of the property, indicated in red on the map below. On the second day, May 28 (indicated in purple), the work will be in the south/southeastern part of the property. On day three, May 30, the work (indicated in brown), will be in the central and eastern part of the property. On the fourth day, May 30 (as indicated in blue), the work will be in the north part of the property.
As a reminder, trees located in backyards are the responsibility of individual homeowners to maintain. To help protect your roof, siding, gutters, and fencing, the recommended clearance is 3 to 8 feet between tree branches and your home’s structure and 10 feet above roofs. The HOA is not responsible for any exterior damage caused by untrimmed trees in a homeowner’s backyard. A homeowner’s backyard is not a common area and therefore not the responsibility of the HOA.
If the HOA observes trees affecting the exterior of the home, but is not in a common area, a letter will be sent to the homeowner to take care of the trimming of the tree. If there is no action, the board will hire a company to trim the tree(s) and charge the homeowner’s account for the work.
If you’re unsure how to proceed or need assistance, we encourage you to connect with neighbors or contact the board.
A tree has fallen in the southeast corner of the property blocking the road.
We want to make residents aware that a tree has fallen and is currently blocking the roadway within the community in the southeast corner of the property. The HOA has been notified and is already in the process of arranging for its removal.
We are working with a company to have the tree cleared as quickly as possible. In the meantime, we ask residents to please avoid the area and use caution when traveling nearby.
1:35 PM update: Single Line Tree Care will begin cutting the tree at 8:30 AM on Sunday, 3/15/2026. Please avoid the area and do not interfere with the workers.
Details Image Restoration LLC will be on-site January 21–24, 2026. Work is scheduled to take place between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM each day.
UPDATE (1/21/26): Due to freezing temperatures in the forecast, Details Image Restoration will start later in the day than originally anticipated and will be onsite for an additional day – Saturday, Jan. 24.
Details Image Restoration LLC will be on-site January 21–24, 2026, to perform gutter, roof, and downspout cleaning throughout the community. Work is scheduled to take place between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM each day.
To complete this work, crews may need access to backyards, driveways, and all sides of homes. Please ensure that back gates are unlocked to allow entry.
In preparation, we ask that residents please:
These steps will help ensure the work is completed safely and efficiently.
If you have any questions, please contact the Board of Directors.
Disconnect hoses and cover outdoor faucets to prevent pipes from freezing and breaking.
As we enter the colder months, please remember to disconnect your garden hoses and cover your outdoor water faucets to prevent pipes from freezing and breaking.
Each owner is responsible for the removal of snow and ice from their own lot.
