In a powerful email, Shawn Martin, a director and whistleblower at Omega Villas Condo Association, raises alarm over significant violations of Florida’s condominium laws by the Board of Directors and associated legal entities. Martin’s communication highlights a disturbing pattern of ignoring mandatory voting requirements, misrepresentation of projects, and a lack of accountability that has persisted for over a decade.
Summary of Key Points
1. Call for Investigation
- Martin formally escalates his concerns as a whistleblower, urging state and federal authorities to investigate the Omega Villas Board and its attorneys for potential fraud. He emphasizes that these issues have been reported for 18 years without adequate response or investigation.
2. Violation of Voting Rights
- The email stresses that the Board has systematically ignored the mandatory requirement for a two-thirds owner vote for changes to siding, windows, and other material alterations, as outlined in Florida Statute 718.113. Despite repeated documentation in Board minutes confirming this requirement, no votes were held.
3. Misrepresentation and Fraud
- Martin accuses the Board of misrepresenting material changes as simple repairs, advancing unauthorized multimillion-dollar contracts without proper approvals. He argues that these actions reflect a deliberate pattern of fraud rather than mere oversight.
4. Failure of State Oversight
- Over the past 18 years, Martin claims that state oversight bodies have failed to conduct thorough investigations into reported violations, leaving residents vulnerable to financial and emotional distress.
5. Retaliation Against Whistleblowers
- Despite facing serious health challenges, including cancer, Martin continues to advocate for his community, documenting retaliatory actions against him for speaking out. He highlights the ongoing harassment and intimidation he has faced while trying to protect his home and the rights of his fellow residents.
6. Demand for Accountability
- Martin calls for a full investigation into the actions of the Board, its contractors, and legal representatives. He insists that the residents of Omega Villas deserve accountability for the long-standing issues affecting their homes and finances.
Conclusion
Shawn Martin’s email serves as a critical reminder of the need for transparency and accountability within condominium associations. His call for a thorough investigation into the practices at Omega Villas underscores the potential for fraud and misconduct that can occur when oversight is lacking. As this situation unfolds, the community and relevant authorities must take these allegations seriously to ensure the rights and well-being of all residents are protected.
Attachments:
- Original December 1, 2025 Watchdog Email – WD E 12.1.25.pdf
- Attachments and Linked-Attachments included:
- My Arbitration Motion is attached that predicates on the “unclean hands” doctrine. Refer to the attached file – Arbitration response SM 10.15.25 1.1 v2 1-48.pdf
- My Arbitration Motion to obtain another date is also attached which I had to verbally call the DBPR Arbitration unit and scale this up to get a confirmation from the Arbitrator my Arbitration was moved to December 16 – 1 day before my tumor surgery on the 18th… Refer to the attached file – Arbitration via Fax and Hollander via mail 11.6.25.pdf
- 2011–2012 Vote Requirement Minutes Excerpts (attached file: 2011 Minutes – 75 Percent Vote Required.pdf)
- 2011–2023 Legal & Architectural Discussions – See the attached 2018-23 YE BOD Minutes PDFs with Legal/Architectural Discussions Highlights in Years 2018-19 & 2020-23. And, the full breakdown analysis similar to the attached file (2011 Minutes – 70 Percent Vote Required.pdf) of the Minutes I have on hand can be located at the following Links:
- Omega Villas Board Minutes (2005–2008) — Part 1 of the City Fines & Governance Study (2005–2025)
- Omega Villas Board Minutes (2010–2014) — Part 2 of the City Fines & Governance Study (2005–2023)
- Omega Villas Board Minutes (2018–2023, Pre–40-Year Recertification Construction) — Part 3 of the City Fines & Governance Study (2005–2025)
- Consolidated list of all Minutes on File for 2005-2023 (not highlighted but keyword searchable): Link or URL: https://hoajusticenow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2005-2023-Consolidated-BOD-Minutes.pdf
- Mailbox Construction Notice (No Vote / No Meeting) – Attached WhatsApp 2025 Jpeg image
- Video links documenting Board admissions, retaliation, and construction representations:
- www.HOAJusticeNow.com (main website)
- https://hoajusticenow.com/home/omega-villas-case-files-links/ (links to all Case File Exhibits published so far)
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