WELCOME NEIGHBORS!
KANA’s Philosophy
The philosophy of the Kamper Avenues Neighborhood Association is simple. The association is designed to create an environment where neighbor can help neighbor.
Our Purpose – Community and Empowerment
The purpose of Kamper Avenues Neighborhood Association is two-fold. First, the association is designed to foster a sense of community and pride in the neighborhood. Second, the assocation seeks to empower its members to address issues they may have with municipalities, entities, and non-member individuals that affect the quiet enjoyment of their homes.
The Association provides members with “how to” information to resolve common issues. We let members know who to call, what to say, and what to do when they have an issue that needs to be addressed. We also provide a network between residents so that they can share ideas and tips.
If a member is not able to resolve an issue with a municipality, corporate entity, or an individual, the Association leadership will become involved. Very often, people respond more efficiently to a neighborhood association’s concerns than to an individual’s complaints.
How To Join
If you reside within Kamper Avenues boundaries, you automatically qualify to participate (you may be a renter or a homeowner). If you live outside the boundaries or if you are a business or organization, you can become a non-voting member. Click here to join now!
We Are NOT A Homeowners’ Association (HOA)
Kamper Avenues is NOT a homeowners’ association. A homeowners’ association (HOA) (also known as a “mandatory neighborhood association”) is generally formed when a neighborhood is first built. It is a legal entity that is chartered in the first homeowners’ deeds issued on the properties. An HOA is chartered with the legal power to proscribe the behavior of the residents within its boundaries. In essence, an HOA can legally force its homeowners to maintain their properties in ways that are beyond the requirements of the city’s codes. Many restrictive HOA’s regulate everything from paint color to the appropriate times to fly an American flag. Moreover, HOA’s can force the residents to pay HOA fees. KANA is NOT an HOA.
We Are A “Voluntary Neighborhood Association”
Kamper Avenues is a voluntary neighborhood association. A voluntary neighborhood association is an organization that represents all residents in the neighborhood and operates through an open, democratic process to improve or maintain the overall quality of life for all individuals within those boundaries. Membership in a voluntary neighborhood association is open to all the residents in the neighborhood but participation is optional.
If you have questions, comments, or need additional information, please fill out & submit the form below. One of our Board members will be in touch with you. If you would like to become a KANA member please click here.