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As neighbors witnessed Mike’s plight, not all were supportive; some residents of Sunnyside Estates rallied behind their aggressive HOA, treating Mike as a pariah for defending his home and property rights. The tension culminated with a bizarre incident where Mike's front yard was filled with plastic pink flamingos, denoting “community expectations” in a mocking display.
Rallying Support
Despite the hostility, Mike's resolute stance inspired solidarity from many neighbors, leading to the formation of the Maple Street Community Alliance—a makeshift neighborhood group aimed at asserting their rights against the HOA’s arbitrary rules. They devised elaborate, humorous bylaws that mocked the HOA’s governance while highlighting the absurdity of the situation.