29th Annual Meeting Overview
A meeting packed with new information.
Thank you to all who attended the meeting and presented.
The meeting was packed with new
information relevant to today's changing industry.
Here are links to the meetings discussions.
Tribal One contact information.
HUD Updated Construction and Safety Standards.
Updated AGO Guidebook 9/2024
BOI - Beneficial Ownership Information
Thank you to the presenters, Mr. Angelo Wallace, HUD Civil Engineer, Mr. Michael Henretty, Expert Installation Director, Mr. Pete Uson, Project Manager, Tribal One, Mr. Andrew, Tech Support genius (who we could not have made it through the presentations without), Tribal One, Mr. Justin Davidson, of MA Association of Realtors, Mr. Lew Bush (tech. set up crew) the MMHA Board of Directors & the Wyman Family for hosting the meeting.
High Pond Estates, Bridgewater, MA
About Wyman Residential, LLC
High Pond Estates is owned and operated by the Wyman Family, hence the company name, Wyman Residential, LLC.
The Wyman Family began their journey long before becoming land developers. The property was initially established as a poultry farm. Saul & Sarah Wyman, the parents of the current owners, Arthur and Richard " Dick" Wyman, had no experience in farming and grew up in the City of Boston. They bought the farm and moved to Bridgewater in 1935 to fulfill a lifelong dream of owning a dairy farm. They converted the poultry farm into a dairy farm by purchasing four milking cows.
Saul and Sarah lived on the farm. They had four children, all of whom grew up on and worked at the farm. This was a family affair from day one. The children, Dick, Robert “Bob” (twins), Arthur, and Myrna, developed a remarkable work ethic.
Saul and Sarah did live out their dream, winning the award for outstanding dairy farm in 1985. After almost 60 years in business, the Federal Government offered a buyout program for dairy farmers to close their businesses. The Wyman’s closed the farm in 18 months with over 600 cows. The children Dick, Bob, and Art, along with their wives Joyce, Sue, and Diane, began new careers in land development. They all worked on this new project together as a family unit.
Saul and Sarah both lived to see the groundbreaking at High Pond.
It took 13 years to complete the permitting process for High Pond.
The town was apprehensive of the idea of manufactured housing. Still, after the completion of High Pond, the Town could appreciate what an asset and solution this was for residents 55 and older. The Wyman’s had plans for the Stone Meadow community, but they were apprehensive to proceed after the long and drawn-out process it took to permit High Pond.
After the completion of High Pond, the Town of Bridgewater reached out to the Wyman’s requesting that they create another 55+ community with the land that was still undeveloped. The Wyman’s agreed to develop Stone Meadow, and it took a… long nine years to clear the permitting process.
Stone Meadow, an elevated model from its sister community, High Pond.
100% of the homes in High Pond were built by Virginia Homes. Diane Wyman designed all of the homes in both communities. Diane tweaked every single home that was ordered. Unfortunately, Diane passed away in Jan. 2023, she poured her heart and soul into both communities. She was a wizard of measurements and designer extraordinaire. No one loved these communities more than Diane. She worked with each and every new homeowner on their design and loved each new home as if it were her new child.
Bob was the first of the children to pass away in 2016, and Sue, his wife, in 2022. Myrna, their sister, was not involved in the community development. She followed her own career but is very close to her brothers.
Arthur, Dick, and Joyce are still involved daily, with the help of a great team that runs the day-to-day operations.
The High Pond community center has a function facility, library, billiard/card room, gym, and pool.
Thank you to our Sponsors
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We are a Massachusetts local industry association representing all sectors of the manufactured housing industry. Membership is open to community owners (both private and resident-owned) and associates members providing product or service to the industry.
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Board of Directors
President: Jeffrey W. Hallahan, II, Garden Homes Estate
Jeff is the owner and operator of 3 communities MA, family owned since day 1. Jeff is also the Vice-Chair on the Manufactured Housing Commission.
Vice President: Adam Kaufman, Skyline Village / Springfield MHC’s
Adam is and has been involved in his family's business his entire life. They own 5 communities with 2 in MA. Adam has served on the board for many years.
Treasurer:
Secretary: June Johnson, GRI, CBR,SRES,LMC, MHM, Johnson Bayside Real Estate
A dedicated board member for many years before becoming the board secretary. June is an expert real estate broker in the manufactured housing industry and owner of Johnson Bayside Real Estate, Ltd.
Justin Glaze, Hampden Village
Justin has been involved in his community since forever working alongside his Grandfather. He now manages the property with his father. Justin has served the board for 3 years.
Debra Johnson, Pine Hill Estates, Inc.
Debra is a second-generation owner/operator/developer of a 55+ manufactured home community. She has been a supporter of manufactured housing for more than 40 years and is also owner/broker of Debra Johnson Realty Group, LLC, a residential brokerage firm.
Sean Rogers, Sterling Associates
With 25 + years of experience in the financial market Sean is our go to finance expert for chattel mortgages. He has served the board 2013.
Don McCarthy, HUB International
Long term director, previously appointed Pres. & VP,. Don's expertise is in the insurance portion of this industry. Don is VP of HUB International NE, LLC
Joe Sitts, Champion / Titan Corporation
A board member now for 5 years, Joe delivers the manufacturing expertise to our association. Joe has been with Champion/Titan Homes for 17 many years.
Justin Stelmok, Southwest Retirement
His family has been in the business for generations, 5 decades. The portfolio includes five communities that have gone through extensive improvements over the past few years. Justin has served the board for 2 years.
Arthur Wyman, High Pond Estates / Stone Meadow
Art has served as Pres. and Vi.P., he is also a founding member of this association. Art has over 30 years of industry experience developing, owning & operating two pristine 55+ Communities.
Meet the Executive Director
Melissa Caron
I am both excited and humbled to assume the role of Executive Director at MMHA. With 30 years of experience as a property manager in both family and 55+ communities, I have had the privilege of overseeing all aspects of property management, including development, maintenance, acquisitions, finances, and evictions.
My journey with MMHA began as a member and later as a board member, where I served as treasurer from 2008 to 2019. Additionally, I was appointed in 2016 to serve on the City of Taunton's Manufactured Home Park Eviction & Discontinuance Review Board.
I am eager to advocate for the invaluable contributions of this industry and to further its growth and recognition.
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