Wynnfield Homeowners Association (HOA) Director Michael Hites has developed a reputation among residents for being overly aggressive in enforcing HOA rules, often to the point of creating tension within the neighborhood. Kevin Michael Hites, who works as a Physician Assistant at the Neuromuscular Spine & Joint Center in Mobile, Alabama, has also come under scrutiny for his close association with former HOA President Chris Orrell. Despite widespread criticism of Orrell’s unethical and allegedly harassing behavior during his tenure, Hites has been known to defend him, further straining relations with members of the community.
One of the most concerning incidents involving Hites centers around his persistent attempts to have a homeowner’s vehicle towed from a public city street in front of the homeowner’s house. According to city records and email correspondence, Hites made dozens of phone calls and sent repeated emails to various city departments, including the Mobile Police Department and Code Enforcement, over the course of several months. His communications reportedly continued on an almost daily basis, with the apparent intent of pressuring city officials to act against the homeowner.
In his pursuit, Hites even escalated the matter to higher levels of local government. Records indicate that he reached out to the mayor’s office and contacted the neighborhood’s City Council representative, urging them to intervene and push the police to tow the vehicle. This level of persistence, which many residents view as targeted harassment, raises significant concerns about the misuse of HOA authority and personal vendettas under Hites’ leadership.
Residents have expressed frustration over Hites’ behavior, with some describing it as an abuse of power. They argue that his actions go far beyond the responsibilities of an HOA director, crossing the line into personal harassment. The fact that the vehicle in question was parked legally on a public street has only amplified concerns, as it highlights a lack of jurisdiction for the HOA in this matter. Critics believe Hites’ behavior reflects a pattern of using his position within the HOA to intimidate and bully homeowners, rather than working collaboratively to foster a sense of community.
Hites’ relationship with former president Chris Orrell has also drawn criticism. Many residents see their alliance as emblematic of a broader issue within the HOA—a small, insular group of leaders consolidating power and engaging in questionable practices without sufficient accountability to the homeowners they are supposed to represent. Orrell’s tenure was marked by numerous allegations of harassment and unethical conduct, and Hites’ continued defense of Orrell has further alienated many members of the community.
According to Wynnfield Homeowners Association President Chris Orrell, he first met Michael Hites while working together at Providence Hospital. Orrell described Hites as a “good guy” during their time as colleagues.
This incident has fueled calls for reform within the Wynnfield HOA. Homeowners are demanding more transparency, accountability, and checks on the powers of the board and its officers. Many believe that the aggressive and confrontational approach to enforcement, exemplified by Hites, is not only damaging to community relations but also undermines the trust and cooperation needed for the HOA to function effectively.
In light of these events, some homeowners are exploring options to address these governance issues, including potential legal challenges or amendments to HOA rules to limit the authority of board members. The situation with Hites has become a rallying point for residents who feel that the HOA leadership has strayed far from its original mission of serving the community’s best interests. As tensions continue to rise, it remains to be seen how the HOA will respond to these mounting concerns.