Notice of Violation...Does That Count As Progress?

Based upon what happened last week, we really did not believe anything would be accomplished today. Therefore, we left town. Before leaving, I called "Our" Mike to tell him that if someone did need access, Mike would have to let them in. Mike confirmed he did not expect anything to happen today. He did say that he had talked with Rob (electrical) last week, but I did not hear a commitment to any specific action. Mike also said he was scheduled to meet with Bob (landscaping) at the house on Wednesday.

Instead of staying home, lamenting about the lack of progress, we traveled down to the City of Hermann, the heart of German culture and wine country in the Missouri Ozark Mountains. It is about an hour's drive southwest of St. Louis. The autumn colors were outstanding and the weather was fine. We toured the Deutschheim State Historic Site, visited some antique shops in downtown Hermann and dined on Sauerbraten, Schnitzel, Knackwurst and Norton wine at the Stone Hill winery. A very satisfactory way to spend the day.

Upon arriving home this evening, we confirmed there was no evidence of any project progress. However, we did find, in the mail, the promised letter from the City advising us that we are "in violation of certain provisions of the Property Maintenance Code or other City Ordinances". I scanned and sent the letter to both "Our" Mike and Frank (HVAC). It says if we don't appeal and don't take care of the issue, we will be fined $25. On the other hand, if we want to appeal, it will cost us $150. Whemmm...let me think....

I think I'll let Mike and Frank resolve it and not have it cost us anything!