12/1/25 Board Brief
Laurel & Magnolia Bulletin Board Brief
Monday, December 1, 2025
Welcome, December!
As we enter the holiday season, we extend warm wishes to our community. Whether you’re hosting loved ones or traveling to see them, we wish you a month filled with warmth, connection and celebration.
Join us in celebrating the season by participating in the Holiday Lights Decorating Contest!
Homes with the most votes will receive a festive recognition sign displayed in their yard on shortly after voting closes on December 19th.
Categories include:
• Most Traditional Display
• Most Colorful
• Most All Out
Vote here: https://www.smartsurvey.com/t/laurelandmagnolia2025/
Winter Home & Safety Reminders
As temperatures cool, consider checking weatherstripping around doors to reduce drafts.
• Inspect all holiday lights for frayed cords, loose connections, or broken bulbs before decorating.
• Please dispose of pumpkins or fall décor promptly. (Lingering fall items will result in a violation.)
HOA Dues Increase – Effective January 2026
Monthly HOA dues for Laurel and Magnolia will increase beginning January 2026. This adjustment will appear in your Ciranet portal and supports ongoing community needs, including:
• Reserve funding
• Rising water rates
• Increased vendor labor costs
• Maintenance and repair
• Insurance premiums and operational expenses
You should have received an annual packet mailing detailing this information. These documents can also be accessed online for homeowners via their Ciranet portal.
To access:
Log in / click my account on the left hand side / click my documents / click mailings file folder / click 2025 folder / click and download L&M Resident Packet 2026. For any questions, please reach out to Laurelma@ciramail.com
Parking Updates for December & 2026
Parking enforcement remains active through December and the holiday season. Please continue to register all overnight guests, including those using ADA spaces here: https://laurelmagnolia.parkingattendant.com/laurelmagnolia/services
Need to register multiple guests for the same evening? Email LaurelMa@ciramail.com at least 48 hours in advance for assistance.
Thank you to residents who have applied and approved for an out-of-garage overnight parking permit. Your permit fee will appear in your Ciranet account.
2026 Parking Updates:
• No physical stickers will be issued — all permits are license-plate based.
• Permitted vehicles must move at least once every 72 hours; permits do not allow long-term vehicle storage.
• If special arrangements are needed (such as vacation), please contact LaurelMa@ciramail.com
Note: Tenants should contact their landlord directly for parking assistance.
Important Property Management Contacts
RealManage — Laurel & Magnolia
• Community Manager: Reina White
• Email: LaurelMa@ciramail.com
• Phone: 866-473-2573
City of San Marcos — Non-Emergency Line
• Noise, safety, or suspicious activity: (760) 510-5200
December Board Meeting
Please join us for our next Board Meeting via Zoom:
• Wednesday, December 10, 2025
• 6:00 PM
• Zoom Link: https://waltersmanagement.zoom.us/j/5132799688?pwd=KOjqX38RngNm5LYrpj9kUg0ZZgbee6.1
• Meeting ID: 513 279 9688
• Passcode: 152707
• Dial-In: 669-444-9171
Holiday Trash & Recycling Schedule
Due to Christmas Day (December 25) and New Year’s Eve (December 31) both falling on a Thursday this year, trash collection will occur on Friday for both holiday weeks. You may set your bins out the evening before, and please remember to bring them back in the same day they are serviced.
Disposing of Natural Christmas Trees
EDCO will collect fresh Christmas trees on December 26 and January 2 when placed at the curb with your regular trash. Please ensure your tree is:
No taller than 4 feet (cut down if necessary)
Completely free of lights, tinsel, ornaments, and other decorations
You also have the option to cut the tree into smaller pieces and place it in your green compost bin at any time. For more information or questions please contact EDCO.
Community Reminders
• New e-Bike Ordinance: Children under 12 years old may not operate e-bikes within San Marcos city limits, including within our community.
• Pets: Dogs must remain leashed, and owners must clean up waste immediately. Violations will result in fines.
• Parking: Fire lanes and driveways/garage fronts must remain clear unless actively loading or unloading.
• Visitor Parking: Visitor spaces are first-come, first-served. Vehicle storage or reserving spaces is not permitted.
Thank You
We appreciate your continued partnership in keeping Laurel & Magnolia a safe, welcoming, and well-maintained community.
Warm regards,
Laurel & Magnolia Board of Directors
