Centre Ridge Regent Review centreridgeregent.org SPRING 2015 Letter from the President Community Clean-Up Day As I write this, there remains the possibility of additional snow. For budget purposes we hope that this doesn’t occur. Currently we are over budget for snow removal. Saturday, April 18 9:00 am–Noon Coming soon is registration for the Pool. Look for the notice on our message board on Centrewood Drive or in the newsletter. A friendly reminder: you must be current with your HOA dues in order to register for the pool. Pizza will be served at noon! The Community Clean-up Day is scheduled for April 18 from 9:00 am until noon. It’s a great way to meet some of your neighbors and make a difference in the neighborhood. With spring on its way, the flowers are beginning to pop-up…also popping up will be for-sale signs. Don’t let unapproved exterior changes impact the sale of your house. Another reminder regarding exterior changes to your home: most changes require the completion of an exterior alteration application.The request for a change is reviewed by the Architectural Review Board to ensure it is in conformity with Centre Ridge Regent’s Architectural Guidelines. The ARB will approve the change request if it conforms to the Architectural Guidelines. If you sell your house at a later date an inspection is conducted of the property. If there are changes to the property that have not been approved, this could delay the sale of your home. If exterior changes are completed without the proper approval, it will be noted on the resale documents. This issue will have to be resolved prior to settlement of the sale. Although Centre Ridge Regent hasn’t had an active Neighborhood Watch program for a while, as good neighbors each of us can be aware of what may be occurring outside your home. If something doesn’t seem right and if it appears to be suspicious activity you should call the non-emergency police number at 703-691-2131 and advise them what you have observed. The police will dispatch an officer to the area and determine what action, if any may be necessary. Happy Spring! Jim From the Architectural Review Board: Please remember to fill out an Exterior Alteration Application for any exterior alterations to your home or property. The ARB meets on the third Tuesday of every month. Applications must be turned in by the second Tuesday of each month. Page 2 Centre Ridge Regent Review Just a reminder . . . Quarterly Assessments Were Due April 1st! IMPORTANT NUMBERS Centre Ridge Regent HOA Office ....... 703-968-7505 FAX ........ 703-968-2677 Fairfax County Animal Control ........... 703-691-2131 Poison Control ..................................... 703-625-3333 Sewer Line Breaks/Emergencies ........ 703-323-1211 American Disposal Services ............... 703-368-0500 Fairfax Co. Police (non-emergency) ... 703-691-2131 Fairfax County Government ................ 703-324-4636 Zoning Administration (for ARB plats of property) .................................. 703-222-1082 All homeowners are required to pay their quarterly assessments on time and in full in order to use the community pool or any other recreational facility (i.e., tennis and racquetball courts, workout equipment, Community Center). Remember—You are responsible for paying your assessment by the due date even if you do not receive the bill. If you do not receive your bill, please call 703-9687505. A $25.00 late fee will be assessed for payments that are more than 30 days past due. Quarterly assessments are due by the first of the month in January, April, July, and October, and must be mailed to Centre Ridge Regent, P.O. Box 105007, Atlanta, GA 30348-5007. The Community Center Office cannot accept assessment payments. Community Center Hours The Community Center is open during the following days and times: Have a Wonderful Spring! Monday–Thursday 9:00 am–1:00 pm and 6:00–10:00 pm Friday 9:00 am–1:00 pm Saturday 9:00 am–2:00 pm (closed during summer) Community Manager: Mary Lynn Sallette (available Mon-Fri, 9:00 am–1:00 pm) Address: 14275 Uniform Drive Phone: 703-968-7505 Fax: 703-968-2677 Spring Happenings All meetings are held at the Community Center, unless otherwise noted. * Architectural Review Board: 3rd Tuesday of each month, 7:00 pm Note: Applications MUST be received by 2nd Tuesday of each month. * Board of Trustees: 2nd Wednesday of each month, 7:30 pm * Open Space Committee: Meets as needed CENTRERIDGEREGENT WEBSITE! www.centreridgeregent.org The bulletin board located on the lower level of the Community Center is available for ads and other communications between residents of Centre Ridge Regent. *** The Community Center is available for rentals Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings. See Mary Lynn to make a reservation or for more information. Centre Ridge Regent Review Page 3 Clean, Green Air Believe it or not, the air inside your home may be less healthy than the air outdoors. From pollutants like volatile organic compounds (e.g., chemicals in paints, cleaning supplies, building materials, furnishings, pesticides, air fresheners and dry-cleaned items) to gases (like radon and carbon dioxide) to second-hand smoke, modern, well-insulated homes can actually trap pollutants, thus raising their potential for harm. Several common houseplants, however, can help you breathe easier by increasing oxygen levels and removing toxins from the air. Below is a list of ten natural air purifiers. For maximum effectiveness, aim for at least two plants in 10- to 12-inch pots per 100 square feet of space. And be sure not to overwater your plants, which can lead to mold—another pollutant to watch out for. English Ivy Golden Pothos Lady Palm Wax Begonia Boston Fern Red-Edged Dracaena Snake Plant Spider Plant Peace Lily (This variety is poisonous to pets, so place with caution) Towing Company Battlefield Towing (703-378-0059) is the towing company for Centre Ridge Regent. Do not park in the fire lanes or streets of the townhomes. Do not leave cars unattended in these areas. Do not park in residents' assigned parking spaces. Do not park in spaces over 30 days. Helping Hands Handyman LLC. Nelson Best Licensed, Bonded & Insured Residents: Please save visitor parking spaces for visitors! Pet Reminders: * * * * Please keep dogs on a leash and remember to clean up after them! Dogs are never allowed inside the tot lots at any time for any reason. Do not leave dogs outside in back yards unattended for long periods of time or allow them to remain outside barking or howling. Please consider keeping cats indoors or giving them a collar with a bell to help protect the birds of the neighborhood. THANK YOU! Please Mow! Also remember to trim bushes and shrubs, and to maintain and weed your landscape beds to help keep our community looking great! Thank you! LADDER DAYS PAINTING 14490 Store House Drive, Centreville, VA 20121 Melvin Hardy, Owner 703-830-1542 Licensed & Insured T: 703-470-1958 [email protected] Haggai 2:9 "The glory of this latter house shall be greater than the former..." Page 4 Centre Ridge Regent Review Centre Ridge Regent 2015 Pool Registration Pool Registration begins this month. We must register our residents annually to ensure only Centre Ridge Regent residents and their guests use our recreational facilities. Please take the time to register by mail if you already have pool identification cards and do not rent your home. We will send stickers and guest passes back by mail. 1. Please Complete the Pool Registration Form New homeowners should show proof of residency—settlement statement, driver's license or utility bill. Renters: Please provide a current copy of your lease for the file, an updated tenant list if applicable, and have an owner permission statement signed by the owner of the property. 2. Pictures All residents over the age of 2 (on May 1, 2015) are required to get a pool identification card with a picture. Lost or damaged cards may be replaced for a $5.00 fee. 3. Mail-In Registration Please complete the form, attach any documentation required, and mail the form to 14275 Uniform Drive, Centreville, VA 20121-2397. Please include payment for season guest passes, which are $20.00 each with a limit of 2 per household. 4. In-Person Registration Please bring completed registration forms with necessary IDs and paperwork. Guest passes are $20.00 per pass with a limit of two guest passes per family. The daily guest fee is $5.00 per person. Please have exact change at the pool. Late registration fees apply to anyone registering after May 16, 2015 unless they are a new resident. The late registration fee is $20.00 per household. Pool fees may be paid in cash or check. 2015 Pool Registration Dates MAIL-IN REGISTRATION April 15 through May 16, 2015 WALK-IN REGISTRATION AT THE COMMUNITY CENTER * Thursday, May 14 from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm * Saturday, May 16 from 9:00 am - 11:00 am Late registration fees ($20.00 per household) apply to anyone registering after May 16, 2015 unless they are a new resident. DUES PAYMENTS TO PAY DUES ONLINE: Log on to www.smartstreet.com and click "online payments”. You may pay by credit card or set up recurring payments. You need your account number to do this. TO PAY DUES BY MAIL: Dues payments should be sent to: Centre Ridge Regent P.O. Box 105007 Atlanta, GA 30348-5007 The Community Center Office cannot accept dues payments. Please check your account numbers and the payment mailing address. Do not add spaces, dashes or numbers at the end of your account number. Centre Ridge Regent Review Page 5 " CENTRE RIDGE REGENT 2015 POOL REGISTRATION FORM Please fill out neatly and completely. Your stickers will be returned by mail. Please call the Community Center if you have any questions or need assistance at 703-968-7505. LANDLORD’S NAME (if rented):__________________________________________________________ NAME: ____________________________________________ HOME PHONE: ____________________ (Last) (First) ADDRESS:__________________________________________ WORK PHONE: ____________________ CELL PHONE: ______________________________________ E-MAIL: ___________________________ EMERGENCY CONTACT PERSON:_____________________ PHONE:___________________________ FAMILY MEMBERS: Name Relationship DOB (if under 18) Age _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ I give my permission for family members 11 years of age and older to attend the Centre Ridge Regent pool facilities unaccompanied by an adult. Any child must be a proficient swimmer to attend the pool without a parent or guardian. I give permission for emergency medical treatment in the event that I cannot be contacted. Physician’s Name:____________________________________ Phone:_________________________ I understand and agree that Centre Ridge Regent will not be held responsible for property loss or any type of personal injury(ies) whatsoever. I agree to comply with the Centre Ridge Regent Pool Rules. I am aware that members are responsible for the conduct of their children who attend the pool unaccompanied by an adult. Signed:______________________________________________ Date:__________________________ Stickers Needed:_____________________ Stickers Issued:____________________________________ FOR OFFICE USE ONLY Membership/assessments verified________ Guest Pass(es) issued____________ Date___________ Fees rec’d $________ # Photo IDs_____ Fee rec’d___________ Cash_______________ Check______________ Volunteers Needed for Pool Registration Volunteers are needed to assist with Pool Registration. If you work one shift during registration, you will receive one free pool pass for your guests. Page 6 Centre Ridge Regent Review WELCOME TO SPRING! Spring Cleaning: How to Donate Used Items Efficiently Spring cleaning is right around the corner, and for many homeowners that could mean out with the “old” and in with the “new” - but what to do with the “old” when it’s not quite ready for the landfill? Donating used items is a great option as long as you do a little homework to find out which local organizations and donation centers are most appropriate for the items you’d like to give away. Use the following tips as a guideline for determining what goes where and how to get it there. * * Many items are eligible for donation. You might be surprised to learn exactly what items you can donate. In addition to clothing and furniture, cars, cell phones and other electronics, fitness equipment, home appliances—even art supplies and old towels—are widely accepted by specialized organizations. If you’re looking to donate a unique item, or several of the same items in bulk, do some further research about local organizations and donation centers in need of specific things. Consider what shape your items are in to determine where you donate. If you’re planning to donate a broken refrigerator, make sure the * * organization is aware the item is in need of repair. Some donation centers accept broken items for parts; however, most organizations and donation centers prefer to accept gently used items in working condition. Be sure to communicate the item’s condition prior to arranging a donation. After choosing where to donate, decide how you’ll get the items to the organization. Oftentimes large organizations and donation centers are able to arrange a day and time to pick up your unwanted items directly from your home or business. Smaller organizations in need might instead have certain days and times available for you to arrange a drop off at a specified location. Make sure to get a donation receipt for tax purposes. Before donating, make a detailed list of the items you’ll be giving away along with the estimated values. When your items are picked up or dropped off, request a receipt. Speaking with a tax professional for advice also is a good idea. Reduce Your Carbon Footprint There are many small changes you can make to your outdoor - and indoor - surroundings to adopt environmentally conscious habits thatcould reduce your carbon footprint. Luckily, making careful choices can be easy with the right tools and information. Remember to check the association’s regulations for guidelines and possible restrictions prior to beginning any projects. Try composting. Compost is a natural way to enrich planting and gardening soil with nutrients from kitchen waste like apple cores, banana peels and coffee grounds mixed with plant matter like yard clippings and fallen leaves. The keys to successful compost are time, ventilation and heat. You can start with a medium-sized container and a lid that includes ventilation holes placed in direct sunlight, if possible. Grow your own herbs and garden veggies. Even if you don’t have an outdoor gardening space, you still can grow herbs and vegetables indoors in small containers. Check your local home improvement store for seed packets and guides for getting started. And, don’t forget to use your compost to enrich that soil! Consider using drip irrigation. Drip irrigation uses a slow-drip watering method to hydrate your lawn and garden on an ongoing basis instead of running a sprinkler system or hose for several intermittent periods. Be sure to consult a landscape professional to learn about which plants and foliage benefit most. Use solar-friendly outdoor lights. Several products on the market now employ the use of small solar sensors or panels to help reduce the amount of electricity used for outdoor lighting accessories. Opt for energy efficient light bulbs to go with your solar-friendly outdoor lighting accessories whenever possible.
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