Spring 2015

Spring 2015
HEDINGHAM
COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER
http://www.hedingham.org
No. 41
Mission Statement
The intention is to project a positive image of Hedingham,
provide news and information to all residents without editorializing or taking sides
HEDINGHAM COMMUNITY MANAGER
Hedingham has a new Community Manager - Dan Quartermane! Dan has more than a decade of
HOA experience and nine years of experience with CAS during which time he has managed as many
as 24 communities. In 2012 he won a Special Recognition Award at the CAI annual conference, and
in 2013 he was one of the top 10 finalists for HOA Manager of the Year. Dan cares about the Community and the Board of Directors, which is the reason he is so successful. Feel free to stop by the
Athletic Center, introduce yourself, and welcome him to our community.
Wristbands for Guests at
Community Facilities
This summer Hedingham started issuing
colored wristbands for all guests of residents at our pools and athletic facility.
Guests must be accompanied by a resident. A guest fee of $2 for each guest is
paid at entry to the pools and a $5 fee
at the athletic facility. The guest will
then be issued a wristband with the resident’s last name and a date. We still are
asking each resident to sign the guest
book as well upon entry. This allows the
pool and athletic facility personnel to
identify everyone in the event of an
emergency.
Community Swimming Pools
Both the Grand Traverse and Willow Oak
pools will be open from noon to 7 PM on
Labor Day, September 7, and then they will
both close for the season.
Hedingham
Fall Festival
Saturday, October 10
1-4 PM
Games  Food  Face Painting  Line Dancing  Crafts
The Hedingham Community "Fall Festival" will
be held at the Hedingham Athletic Club on
Saturday, October 10, 1-4 PM. This event will
feature face painting, balloon artists, crafts
and vendors, pumpkin painting, food, games,
line dancing, and lots of fun. Residents will
need to show their Hedingham Scan Card for
food/drink tickets. If you do not have a Scan
Card, drop by the Athletic Club to get one you will need a photo ID. Otherwise, food tickets can be purchased for $5.00 per person. If
you would like to showcase/market your crafts
or business at this great event, please contact
Denise Thompston at [email protected].
NEIGHBORHOOD CAMERAS - Proactive vs. Reactive Security
A Discussion on How Best to Keep Hedingham Safe
We live in a wonderful community and with the help of the Raleigh Police Department’s Community Officer
Program, York Security, and our own Neighbor Looking After Neighbor Watch Program, we are recognized as
one of the safer neighborhoods in Raleigh. Hedingham has approximately nine miles of road to patrol. It is
difficult for the Police or York to be present when something happens and they are either on the other side of
the community or not in the area. Calls are made to 911 by our residents who also use the Suspicious Activity
Reporting System on the Community Website....www.Hedingham.org. This has helped.
However, we are not without isolated problems. With recent incidents that started at the front pool on Memorial Day, and two incidents of vandalism at the same pool since then, a renewed interest and discussion
has been started regarding whether enough is being done.
At the Open Board Meeting on July 15th a request was made that the Board Members meet with the Neighborhood Voting Members to discuss having a study done to determine if Video Surveillance Cameras strategically placed in the Common Areas of the Community could be an important part of the solution.
These silent sentinels that are present around the clock have proven themselves to be an effective deterrent
in reducing criminal activity and solving crimes.
Some have expressed their right to privacy. Cameras cannot be installed where privacy is expected such as
bathrooms, or looking into one’s home. They are quite legal when used on HOA common areas and building
environments as well as public and business areas.
Thus, the discussion continues and your input would be appreciated. Drop or email your comments at the
Community Manager’s Office at the Athletic Club.
NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH
Neighbor Looking After Neighbor
In order to insure the safety of our Community
we should all do our part in keeping an eye out
for anything out of the ordinary. If this should
occur, call 911 and let the Police decide its importance. THIS IS WHAT THE POLICE HAVE TOLD US.
If there is something that you are concerned
about but feel that a 911 call is overkill, go to
www.hedingham.org and report it on the Suspicious Activity Reporting System. The Neighborhood Watch meets the 4th Thursday of the
month at 7 PM at the Willow Oak Clubhouse
where we hear from and discuss issues with our
Community Officer as well as York Security.
Every resident should consider themselves to be
part of the Neighborhood Watch and please consider attending these short meetings so that you
can be informed. Help to keep our Community
Safe.
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Community Fall Yard Sale
The Community Fall Yard Sale will take place on Saturday, September 19, with a rain date of Saturday, September 26. The Association will advertise the Yard
Sale in the N&O one week before the sale. Items
should be put out by 8 AM and removed by 5 PM the
same day. Residents who put up directional signs must
remove them by 5 PM the day of the sale. A reminder
that Individual Yard Sales are not permitted at any time.
2015 SHARK SWIM SEASON
The Hedingham Sharks coached by Nathan Weddle
and Shannon Bradley Foster had another fun-filled
summer in 2015. Competition in Division 5, though
tough, never daunted the 127 swimmers on our
team. As a parent, I saw all ages learn how to swim
this year and improve, parents and kids made new
friends, and lots of ice cream enjoyed on Wednesday
nights at Dairy Queen. Thanks to all of you who made
this a great experience for our kids! GO SHARKS!
H E D I NG H A M C O M M U N I TY NE WS LE T TE R —S P R I NG 2 0 1 5
The Sand Trap at Hedingham
4801 Harbour Towne Drive
Raleigh, NC 27604 919-578-7051
Mention you saw this on
Hedingham.org and get
10% off your first visit
The Sand Trap is a great place to come and unwind nestled right in the neighborhood! Grab a quick bite to
eat or a cool beverage. Wine and beer plus a full food menu are available. We have a pet friendly patio that
has been revamped with new furniture and a new look! Friday night is a great time to come out and socialize
with friends and neighbors. The Sand Trap is open to all and is not restricted only to Hedingham residents.
We have a Facebook page that we keep updated with all ongoing events, so check us out for the latest details
including current hours and food specials. Mention you saw this on the hedingham.org website and get 10%
off your first visit! Like us on Facebook @ The Sand Trap at Hedingham
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Hedingham Hi-Milers
Pickleball
A social group for the 55+ crowd, the Hi-Milers hold
monthly meetings on Tuesday mornings at 10:00 AM
at the Willow Oak Clubhouse from January – June,
September – December. Annual dues are $10.00 with
dues this September only set at $15.00 per person
which will take you through December 2016. This past
year the club has enjoyed speakers, trips, lunches and
dinners. We saw our first Halloween Party this year as
well as the usual Holiday Party in December. We have
our annual cookout coming up in August. We are affiliated with the Raleigh Parks and Recreation Department making us eligible to attend the Golden Years
Celebration in December at the Convention Center.
For more information, email [email protected].
Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports. The
play includes using a paddle and a wiffle ball. To
learn more, visit the National Pickleball Association’s website at www.usapa.org.
There are local groups throughout the Triangle.
Hedingham is playing each Thursday night from
7:00 – 9:00 PM at our Athletic Club Gym. If there
is enough interest we would like to request more
hours/days so that we can offer a lesson time for
those interested in learning the game. The HCA
provides all the equipment, you do not have to
bring anything but your willingness to learn, a pair
of athletic shoes and comfortable clothes. For
more information please contact [email protected].
Golf News
The Memorial Scholarship Tournament held in May was successful. There are
eight applicants competing to win one of the scholarships. The awardees should
be named by the August HCA Board meeting. Their award is mailed directly to
the school that they are attending for deposit to the student’s account. Thanks
to all those who participated in this event and those donating to help make this
a successful event. Any Hedingham Resident who is a high school graduate and
who has been accepted to an accredited college or technical school is eligible
to apply for a scholarship. The deadline to apply has passed for this year.
The Twilight League has proven to be a popular event each year. Held each Tuesday beginning in the spring
and continuing into early fall, we begin at 5:30 PM at the start and then move to 6:00 PM once there is
enough daylight to get in the nine holes of golf. Teams are mixed, men & women, couples, singles and a few
students too. It’s a fun time for everyone and a good way to meet your neighbors and others who play here.
You do not have to be a Resident to play. Afterwards, the group enjoys food and drink at the Sand Trap Restaurant in the golf clubhouse. If interested in playing in the Twilight League please send an email to
[email protected].
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HEDINGHAM COMMUNITY
NEWSLETTER
2551 Southall Road
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HCA Office: 919-231-9050
YORK Security: 919-828-7677
http://www.hedingham.org
GOLF CLUB
Hedingham residents are welcome to another
season at the Hedingham Golf Club and are invited to enjoy the following resident privileges:
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Play Monday-Friday starting at 12:00 p.m.
for cart fee only or walk the course for no
charge.
Play on Weekends or Holidays after 3 p.m.
for cart fee only or walk for no charge
(1:00p.m. during the winter months).
Senior residents can play Monday-Thursday
mornings between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.
for cart fee only (9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
during the winter months).
No walking on the Golf Course allowed from
Important Contacts
Community Manager
(Dan Quartermane)
919-231-9050, ext. 24
[email protected]
Assistant Community
Manager
(Lena Deptolla)
919-231-9050, ext. 23
Athletic Center
(Front Desk)
919-231-9050, ext. 22
Officer Harrelson
(Community Officer)
919-278-6342
[email protected]
YORK Security
919-828-7677
[email protected]
Golf Club
919-250-3030
Police
(non-emergency)
919-831-6311
Duke Energy
(power outage)
919-508-5400
Duke Energy
(street light outage)
1-800-419-6356
PSNC Energy (gas)
1-877-776-2427
NC One Call Center
(mark utility lines)
1-800-632-4949
Solid Waste Services
919-996-6890
(trash, recycling, bulk
pickups)