Weekender - Surfside Homeowners Association

Weekender
August 8, 2014
Calling all Homeowners
Inside this issue:
Travis Says
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Member services
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Burn Ban July 2014
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Chipping information
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Committee Corner
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Committee Corner
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Jam Session
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Pack 2 School
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New Facebook Page/
Photo Contest
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Check for Leaks
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Septic Problems
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Word search puzzle
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Calendar
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SURFSIDE HOMEOWNERS
ASSOCIATION
31402 H St.
Ocean Park, WA 98640
360-665-4171
[email protected]
All meetings of the association board are open meetings. Members are
encouraged to observe meetings and read approved minutes. Members
who wish to address the board are welcome to do so during the floor
comments conducted at the beginning of each business meeting.
Here are few tips for participating:
Put it in writing. You will get the best response if you put your
question or opinions in writing prior to the meeting. This isn’t
mandatory, but it helps you and the board. Some issues may require a little research by the business manager. In addition, the
board can serve you better if members have time to consider
your concern.
Call ahead. As a courtesy, the association asks that you phone and
let the business manager know that you wish to address the
board. This also allows us to notify you if a meeting is cancelled
for any reason.
Plan your remarks to last no longer than five minutes. Board
members enjoy visiting with members; however, the meeting
agenda is always very full, and the five-minute limit ensures
that all business is completed. This does not mean big issues
cannot be presented; If your concern requires more time, please
summarize it in five minutes, and the board will add it to the
agenda for the next meeting.
Don’t expect an immediate response. Board members don’t act
independently. All issues require discussion and sometimes a
vote. Sometimes an immediate answer is possible, but it is just
as likely that you will not get a response until after the meeting.
If you need information, call the business manager. The purpose of the floor comments is for members to share opinions
and concerns with the board. Residents seeking general information (like a status report on a project or the board’s position
on an issue) can get an immediate answer from the business
manager.
[Source: Community Associations Institute]
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Travis Says,
SURFSIDE DEPUTY REPORT
DEPUTY T. OSTGAARD
JULY 31st, 2014 – AUGUST 6th, 2014
The following are the calls I handled for the week of July 31 st to August 6th, 2014.
On 08/02 I was dispatched to the area of 300th and W Place for the report of a loose dog. The
reporting party stated that the dog had bitten someone a few days prior, but I was unaware of the
call. I responded and observed a dog I have dealt with on multiple occasions and the dog owner had
been previously served potentially dangerous dog paperwork by me. I went to the dog owner’s residence, but no one was home. I then attempted to get the dog inside the fence. As I was trying to get
the dog in the fence it came at me growling and I sprayed it with OC (Pepper spray). The dog ran inside the fence and I shut it behind it. The dog owner was contacted later and he stated he was trying
to find a home for the dog.
On 08/04 I was on patrol on O Place when I observed a vehicle with expired registration. I attempted to stop the vehicle at 311th and M Place and a vehicle pursuit ensued. The vehicle pulled to
the side of the road at 306th and O Place and I recognized the driver as a local wanted felon. The vehicle then took off again heading back towards division 16. I followed the vehicle with my lights and
siren on and the vehicle failed to yield. Once we reached 301st and Stackpole I stopped to wait for
backup. The vehicle went up X Place at 301st and then circled back down 304th and X Place and
drove at me. I moved out of the road and the vehicle went up a private drive and circled back towards 300th and X Place. The vehicle then spun around at 300th and X Place and went back Northbound on Stackpole Rd. I again waited at 301st and X Place and watched the vehicle go down the
gravel road on Stackpole. I deployed my spike strips, but the vehicle never came back. Another deputy and a Long Beach police officer arrived to assist and we located the vehicle at 309th and Stackpole Rd. We searched for the suspect for approximately 3 hours, but we were unable to locate him. I
am forwarding charges on the suspect for felony eluding, reckless endangerment, reckless driving,
driving on a suspended license and obstructing a public servant. The vehicle was towed from the
scene.
(Traffic warnings: 5 Traffic citations: 3 Animal complaint: 1 Warrant: 1)
SLOW DOWN!! 25 MPH in all Surfside areas other than just north of the mini mall to Oysterville Rd!
Emergency? CALL 911!!!! - For Non Emergency calls , call the Sheriff’s office at 360-642-9397
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MEMBER SERVICES
Campers….
Are you heading down with the RV this weekend? Do you have guests coming
down to visit with an RV? You can stop by the business office to pick up your RV
permits or you can call ahead and we can scan and email those directly to you!
SHOA business office hours Monday thru Friday 9-5 or call the business office at
360-665-4171
Did you know…
We have 5 new doggies stations located at
our beach trails: they are located at 306th,
311th, 318th, 328th and 331st
Thank you to the Water/Field Service crew for
installing these for us!
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JULY 30, 2014
Surfside Members: THE LAST DAY OF THE CHIPPING PROGRAM
WILL BE ON WEDNESDAY SEPT. 3. WE WILL BE ACCEPTING
DEBRIS DROP OFFS ON SEPT. 3 FROM 10-2.
The chipping location is at 350th and G (the old Oysterville wells site
Schedule to receive yard trimmings: Wed & Saturday from 10 –2
Only Surfside members in good standing and a current compactor pass
will be able to drop off yard debris.
WE WILL NOT ACCEPT ANY NOXIOUS WEEDS, INCLUDING BUT NOT
LIMITED TO, GORSE, SCOTCH BROOM, TANSY RAGWORT, BLACKBERRY VINES, IVY, GRASS CLIPPINGS, PINE NEEDLES ALONE AND NO
STUMPS OR LOT CLEARING ITEMS (TAKE TO THE LANDFILL).
We will accept:
Tree trimmings
Hedge clippings
Flowers and or shrubs
We will also need you to provide your street address and time spent collecting
debris. We need this info to receive proper credit for labor with the Firewise
program.
All material must be received only when gate is open and personnel are there to
take info.
If anyone leaves any material outside the fence, the program
will be abandoned immediately.
WE STILL NEED VOLUNTEERS!
DONATIONS ARE APPRECIATED!
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Committee Corner
HAVE YOU THOUGHT ABOUT RENTING OUT YOUR PROPERTY?
IF YOU DECIDE TO RENT YOUR VACATION HOUSE OR YOUR RV
LOT, IT MUST BE A MINIMUM OF A 30 DAY RENTAL.
PROPERTY OWNERS ARE REQUIRED TO SUPPLY THE OFFICE WITH
THEIR RENTERS CONTACT INFORMATION. RENTERS USING A RV MUST
DISPLAY A RV GUEST PASS IN THEIR WINDOW WHILE STAYING ON
THE PROPERTY. FOR COMPACTOR USE, WE CAN SUPPLY A RENTER’S
PASS FOR YOU AS WELL. PLEASE CALL THE BUSINESS OFFICE WITH
ANY QUESTIONS – 360-665-4171
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MEMBER SERVICES
Did you know….
That not only does Surfside offer a patroling deputy
sheriff but you can advise our deputy if you are going
to be out of town. Whether it’s a trip for the weekend
or if you are heading south for the winter; the forms
are available at the business office or on our website.
Just return your personalized form and feel secure
knowing our deputy is on duty for you!
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Committee Corner
Do you have experience in real estate or the construction industry?
Maybe you were a contractor or an inspector, If so the Architectural
Committee needs volunteers like you! We meet once a week to review
all building applications that are submitted to the Surfside business
office. Most meetings run about an hour long; if you have an extra
hour a week to spare, we would love your help! You can call Kimber at
665-4171 for more information.
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Support our Peninsula Kids!
Help purchase backpacks and school supplies for low income kids.
Last year, donations helped over 300 students!
OR
Supplies will be distributed at a Community Carnival
Tuesday, August 19—1-7 pm
Peninsula Baptist Church
Questions: Bill or Gloria Buck, Coordinators: (360) 665-2327
DONATE New Backpacks and Supplies:
See required list below, or on the District website: www.ocean.k12.wa.us
*Back Packs *Dry Erase Markers (No Red)
*Ticonderoga Pencils *12” Ruler (Marked with both Standard & Metric)
*Flash Drives * Pink Pearl Erasers
*Scientific Calculators *1 ½” 3-Ring Binders
*Composition Notebooks (Not Spiral bound notebooks) *3-prong Pocket Folders
*Wide Rule Notebook Paper *Glue Sticks
*Crayola Crayons 24 & 48 Count Box *5” & 8” Pointy Scissors (Fiskar if possible)
*Colored Pencils Small Set (12) &Large Set (24) *Hand Held Pencil Sharpener (with Shaving Catcher)
*Washable Crayola Markers *Highlighters
*Pocket Folders *Water Colors (8 count)
*Twin Pocket Folders *Cap Erasers
DROP Off supplies at any of these locations (By Friday, Aug. 15):
Peninsula Baptist Church, 23802 Pacific Hwy, Ocean Park (M-TH 10-2)
Ocean Park Timberland Library, 1308 256th Pl., Ocean Park
Family Health Center N., 21610 Pacific Way, Ocean Park (July 14-28 ONLY)
Chinook Observer Office, 205 Bolstad Ave. E., Long Beach
Ilwaco Timberland Library, 158 First Ave. N., Ilwaco
All Seasons Kidstuff, 786 State Route 101, Chinook (Daily 10-6)
PLEASE SEND Monetary Donations to:
Peninsula Baptist Church PO Box 509, Ocean Park, WA 98640
(Indicate “Pack2School” on check) Donations are tax deductible!
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CHECK OUT OUR NEW FACEBOOK PAGE!
WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU!
PROUD OF YOUR HOME IMPROVEMENTS? SHOW IT OFF WITH A PHOTO!
HAVE A LOST PET? REACH OUT TO YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD!
PLANNING A GARAGE SALE? LET US KNOW!
GET UPDATES ON COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
MEET YOUR NEIGHBORS!
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Surfside-Homeowners-Association/1454914234751648?ref=hl
Attention Surfside Members!
We are having a photo contest! We want to see Surfside
through your eyes.
Show us the eagle you captured on your walk to the beach,
that romantic sunset you just couldn’t get enough shots of, a
sunny day at the shore with the kids playing in the surf, a
majestic shot of the lighthouse or catching the crab boats on
the horizon at dusk. Show us what Surfside means to you.
As photos are submitted they will be posted on our Facebook
page for you to vote on. The winning photo will be determined with the most “likes”. All Surfside members are welcome to send in a photo and/
or vote for your favorite!
The member with the winning photo will have the option to have their photo
posted on the home page of our Surfside website or on the cover of our NEW Facebook
page!
Submissions will be accepted through August 15th - Please email your favorite photo
to [email protected] - Voting will run through August 31st
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Check for Leaks
Follow these steps to detect home leaks:
1. Locate your water meter.
2. Turn off all water (inside and out). Leave master valve open.
3. Read your meter and write down the figure. The meter should have a small
triangle for detecting leaks. If it is moving, there is a leak.
4. To find out how large the leak is, wait 1 hour and read meter again. (Cu ft/
hr)
5. If the number has changed, there is a leak. The next step is to find it. Is it in
your home or in the service line?
6. Turn off water at your master valve.
7. Repeat steps 3 and 4
8. If the number changes again, the leak is in the service line. You can fix it
yourself or contact a plumber.
9. If the number doesn’t change, the leak is past the master valve and likely inside your home. In this case, check for leaks in toilets, faucets, etc.
To detect irrigation system leaks, you must know where the system ties into your
homes water system. Newer systems are usually connected between the meter
box and the master valve. Look for your systems double check valve assembly;
the connection is likely close by. A leak would be detected in the 8 steps above.
Older systems may be connected in the home or beyond the master valve. Theses
leaks would be detected in step 5 above. If you would like help
with the leak detection process, please contact the water department.
To check for a toilet leak, place
a dye tablet in the toilet tank and wait 15 minutes( don’t flush)
if you have colored water in the bowl you have a leak. The flush
valve ball likely needs to be replaced. We will have dye tablets
available in the Surfside business office free of charge.
FACT: A dripping faucet, at a rate of 1 drip per second, will
waste 2,082 gallons of water per year. Enough to fill more than 41 bath tubs!
Sourced from WaterPak -www.waterpak.org
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Reasons For Septic Problems - Leaks
About half of the septic failures investigated are caused by leaking toilets.
Sometimes the flapper valve (that lifts to flush the toilet) is leaking. That is
evidenced by tiny streams of water trickling down the inside of the bowl. Replace
the rubber flapper for about two dollars if there's any doubt.
Sometimes the valve that turns the water off when the toilet tank has refilled is
defective or improperly adjusted. There is a "water level" line marked on the inside of the back of the tank. The valve should shut the water off by the time it
reaches that line. If the water level rises just an inch or two above that line the
water flows into a vertical overflow pipe (or over a little wall in the corner of the
tank) and out to the septic system.
A septic system is made to accept only intermittent flows of water. Even a brand
new septic system will quickly fail if it receives significant water twenty-four
hours a day. It needs to soak down when fixtures are off, or you're sleeping, or
away at work. A leak of twenty gallons an hour equals four hundred eighty gallons in twenty-four hours. Your system is designed with expected water usage of
fifty gallons per day per person with a maximum of two persons per bedroom. (A 3 bedroom system is designed with an expected max flow rate of 300
gallons per day.)
Recovery from a leak is not automatic, instantaneous, or guaranteed. Often the
tank is overfilled for extended periods of time, defeating the baffle and allowing
"suspended" solids to clog the fields, as well as interfering with the digestion process in the tank. When the leaching area has been flooded by a long-term leak
that is now fixed it must now recover from its flooded condition and at the same
time handle the normal needs of the household. Often it can't do both. I recommend that after all leaks are fixed the tank be pumped and water usage be minimized for a few days after the pumping (within reason). The idea is to maximize
the amount of time it takes to refill the tank to the level where it starts to feed the
leaching area. During this time the leaching area has a chance to recover from its
flooded condition. When it starts to receive liquid from the tank again, and you've
resumed normal water usage, it will hopefully be able to handle the usual daily
flow.
Sourced by the Water/Field Service Dept.
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