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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]You can manage this, OP. You just need to be clear about setting boundaries.

Them: Hey, we’re not happy with how the grass is being cared for. Something needs to be done. 
You: That would be something to discuss at the next HOA meeting on Sept 6. 
Them: Sure. But this is really annoying. Can you get the guy to cut the grass better?
You: Again, this sounds like something to discuss at the HOA meeting on Sept 6. I’ve got to run now.

Don’t get mad. Just keep repeating where they can park their complaints and exit the conversation. Practice your response and say it every single time whether they email, call or stop you in person. I do this for an annoying colleague at work that just wants to process everything (non-urgent) on the go. I simply refer her to the scheduled meeting. Once I figured that out, my stress level and annoyance dropped dramatically. [/quote]

I know you are right. I think the mistake I made was in being more willing to answer questions and respond to things when they first moved in because I wanted them to feel welcome. I guess I got lazy about this because I've never had a neighbor who would have take advantage. But you're right, I need to just set clear boundaries.

Ironically, when we had our last meeting, I circulated an agenda and asked if anyone had any other items to add, and they said nothing, and then didn't even speak at the meeting. And literally the next day were texting me about some issue with the trash cans. It's really like they think I'm their personal neighborhood concierge. Some people are so weird.

But I'm going to try your trick, thanks.[/quote]

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