August 2014

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New Look At The Kentlands Clubhouse
The meeting room at the Kentlands Clubhouse has a brand new look! The wood floor,
freshly refinished in a warm light mahogany color, sports two vibrant area rugs that
anchor new couches and barrel chairs in conversation areas where people can sit and
chat. The rug colors pick up the warm brown, ochre, sage, beige, and burgundy of the
upholstery in the new furniture.
By Sally Marchessault
So if you haven’t seen the “new” Clubhouse, stop in and enjoy! And when you
see Judy Gross, or you are in Persiano’s shopping, be sure to thank Judy for her
excellent efforts and John Hashempour for his generosity to our community
and his diligence in helping make our Clubhouse meeting room so beautifully
livable. n
The old huge, nearly immovable boardroom table is gone, replaced by five elegant,
easy-to-move square tables, which can be configured in various combinations, including a setup for KCA and other business meetings. The bulky, tippy, pop-a-wheelie
board chairs have been replaced with eighteen light, comfortable chairs that can be
used at the tables for board meetings, bridge games or happy hours.
The unwieldy “rack-em and stack-em” chairs have given way to portable mahogany
folding chairs. New end tables and two magnificent, versatile marble top coffee tables,
one round, one rectangular, complete the room, giving it a spacious, comfortable,
modern look.
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This transformation was achieved through the leadership of KCA Board member,
Judith Gross, who used her talents and training in design to collaborate with John
Hashempour, owner of Kentlands’ own Persiano Gallery. Together, John and Judy
worked out an agreement wherein the Kentlands Citizens Assembly got the refinished
floors, new rugs and new furniture within the KCA’s allotted budget for the renovation,
and well below retail cost.
New Communications
& Events Director
Kentlands Clubhouse
485 Tschiffely Square Rd.
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Dana Macena
As the new Communications & Events
Director, I am first and foremost thrilled
to be working within this amazing community alongside an amazingly pleasant team. I started on July 28 shadowing
the former Director, Sam White. He was
spectacular in showing me the ropes for
the remaining two and a half weeks of
his time here at KCA, and the entire team
has exuded nothing but patience with me.
I would also like to thank everyone that
has stopped in thus far to say “hello”
to me and given me a warm welcome.
I greatly appreciate it!
To provide some information about
myself, I grew up and currently reside
in Frederick, MD. I have worked in the
property management industry for several years, as a property manager, during
which I have found myself the “go-to” for
all things communications and events related. That makes this particular opportunity special for me in that I will be able
to provide my expertise directly to a large
and charming community!
Kentlands is known for its traditions—I
would like to keep with traditions while
embracing new ideas. Should you have
a creative edge, whether it is in the arts,
writing, or event ideas—I would love to
hear from you.
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Inside...
Election Time is Drawing Near. ................3
National Night Out...............................3
Kentlands Events. ...................................4
City News...............................................5
From The President..................................6
Manager’s Corner. .................................6
From The Treasurer.................................7
Assessments: The Best Bargain in Town.....7
Oktoberfest is Coming!............................8
Reaching Others When
Disasters Strike....................................8
Kentlands Historical Trust......................9
BOCC Monthly: Decks and Awnings ......9
Association Crime Stoppers. ...................10
Techno Trash........................................10
Cloudy with a Chance of Technology....10
Local Athlete Competes for USA............11
Legal Notes..........................................11
Foundation Update...............................13
The Runners are coming, the Walkers
are coming.........................................14
Lethal Lawns: Preventing
Mushroom Poisoning.........................17
Kentlands Classifieds.............................18
K25 Calendar of Events........................18
Kentlands Real Estate Listings................18
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Kentlands Town Crier
Election Time is Drawing Near
National Night Out
The Kentlands Citizens Assembly Election Committee announces the 2014 Fall
Election. This year, eligible voters will elect a President and two members to the Board
of Trustees of the Kentlands Citizens Assembly.
On Tuesday August 5, 2014 Kentlands
Citizens Assembly hosted the annual
National Night Out served up with the
traditional root beer floats. Many residents reminisced about their very first
root beer float as Euan, 10 years old,
tried his first float on this nationwide
event. (See photo) We were accompanied by local police officers, McGruff
the Crime Dog, City Council members and Mayor Sidney Katz. National
Night Out is a nationwide event that
promotes community awareness and
crime prevention. We look forward
to carrying out this tradition next year
and we hope to see you there!
This is your opportunity to become a part of the decision-making body of the
Assembly. As a member of the Board of Trustees, you will be an integral part of the
group responsible for providing oversight to the affairs of the community.
While sometimes time-consuming, these positions are crucial and instrumental in
governing our community and in providing leadership and direction. As such, these
positions are intrinsically rewarding. You are encouraged to submit your vision and
your name as a candidate to become a leader in our community.
In two of the last three years, elections have been uncontested. We hope that you will
run and so help to reverse the trend. We certainly need strong, thoughtful, considerate,
and deliberate leadership as our community continues to thrive and grow.
Maintaining high standards has been a hallmark of past leadership in the Kentlands
community. We hope that you will be instrumental in carrying this proud tradition into
the future. We ask that you consider stepping forward and submitting your name as a
candidate to participate as a member of the Board of Trustees.
Have an announcement or an event?
The election process timeline is as follows:
Get the word out in the Kentlands Town Crier!
Contact Dana Macena at 301.948.2071 • [email protected].
Monday, September 15, 2014
The Petition for Candidacy, the Non-Titleholder Registration Form and the
Candidate Questionnaire is mailed.
warrioroneyoga.net
Tuesday, October 7, 2014
Deadline for non-titleholder resident voter registration
(240)-994-2409
Warrior
Monday, October 13, 2014
Deadline for candidate petitions and questionnaires
Friday, October 17, 2014 – Only sent if the election is contested
Ballots, completed questionnaires, and proxies will be mailed.
YOGA AT THE CARRIAGE HOUSE
Tuesday, October 28, 2014 is the Annual Meeting
Enjoy the many benefits of Yoga with ample one on one attention at Warrior One Yoga:
Relieve Back and Neck Strain, Increase Flexibility, Strengthen Muscles, Improve Balance,
If uncontested election, the incoming Trustees will be recognized.
Improve Immune Fuction, Strengthen Bones, Relax the Nervous System, Lower Blood
Sugar and Blood Pressure, Foster Healing Relationships, Cultivate Mind, Body, and Spirit
Friday, November 7, 2014 is Election Day (if it is a contested election)
Connection. Start taking classes today, and discover a new you!
Ballots must be received by this date, or ballots may be dropped off at the Clubhouse between the hours of 7am to 8pm. n
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New Communications & Events Director
Carriage House
321 Kent Square Road
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
I hope to see everyone at this year’s Summer Fest on August 30 at 6pm to
8:30pm. This event will be a hit—and you will not want to miss it!
There will be catering by Moe’s Southwest Grill, a live DJ, and activities for
all ages. Register you and your family today by visiting us on Facebook,
through Kentlands Express or call the office to register! If you have any
questions, feel free to contact me at 301.948.2071. n
next to the Arts Barn and facing the
back of the Kentlands Mansion
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LANDS
Kentlands Events August–September 2014
Volume 45 n Issue 8
EDITOR AND ADVERTISING MANAGER
Dana Macena
301.948.2071
[email protected]
KENTLANDS CITIZENS ASSEMBLY
President
Tim Clarke
[email protected]
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
[email protected]
Chair
Neil Harris
Vice Chair
Jarrod Borkat
Secretary
Judy Gross
Treasurer
Robert Randolph
All meetings will take place in the Clubhouse unless otherwise noted.
KCA Committee Meetings
September 23
Troop 1199, 3:30–4:30pm at the Carriage
House
Acoustic Jam, 6–9pm
September 24
Bridge Club, 1–4pm at the Carriage House
September 26
Needle Arts, 9–12pm
Board of Code Compliance Meeting,
6:30–9pm
Girl Scouts 3051, 3:30–5pm at the Carriage
House
September 29
September 16
Budget & Finance Advisory Committee,
7:30–9pm
Spanish Group, 2:30–4pm at the Carriage
House
Community Chorus, 5–9pm
K25 Meeting, 7–9pm
September 24
KCA Board of Trustees Meeting, 7–10pm
September 27
Progressive Dinner, 6–7:30pm
August 27
KCA Board of Trustees Meeting, 7–10pm
September 3
Kentlands Historical Trust Meeting,
6:30–9pm
September 9
Environmental Management Committee
Meeting, 4–5:30pm
September 11
Important Dates
August 30
Kentlands/Lakelands 5K, 8–10am
September 9
Kentlands Community Foundation Meeting,
7–9pm
September 1
Labor Day, Clubhouse opens at 9am
September 10
Town Architect’s Open Hours by appointment only, 5–6pm
KCA Events
August 30
Summer Fiesta, 6–8:30pm, Pool Closes at
4pm for setup
September 1
Annual Dog Swim, 4–6pm
Amy Pfeiffer Wales
September 13
Outdoor Movie Night, 7:30–9:30pm
Condo Meetings
Carrie Dietz
September 19
TGIF Happy Hour, 5:30–7:30pm
August 28
Kentlands Condo Meeting, 7–9pm
September 2
Kentlands Ridge Condo Meeting, 7:30–9pm
at the Carriage House
September 16
Copperfield Crossing II Condo Meeting,
7:30–9pm at the Carriage House
Trustee
Chris Campbell
Staff Writers
Staff Photographers
Dana Macena
Social Groups
EDITORIAL POLICY:
August 22
Needle Arts, 9–12pm
The Kentlands Town Crier is the primary regularlypublished means of communicating information
of interest to Kentlands citizens. It is published
by the Board of Trustees, which is responsible for
the form, content, and policies of the newspaper.
The newspaper addresses items of legitimate
interest to the Kentlands Citizens Assembly.
It does not espouse any political belief
or endorse any product or service.
August 25
Community Chorus, 7:30– 9pm
August 26
Acoustic Jam/Kentlands Foundation, 6–9pm
September 17
View Condo Meeting, 7–9pm
August 27
Bridge Club, 1–4pm at the Carriage House
September 25
Kentlands Condo Meeting, 7–9pm
August 29
Needle Arts, 9–12pm
September 1
Spanish Group, 2:30–4pm at the Carriage
House
September 2
Acoustic Jam, 6–9pm
September 3
Bridge Club, 1–4pm at the Carriage House
September 4
Garden Club, 7–9pm
September 5
Needle Arts, 9–12pm
September 7
Film Society, 4–7pm at the Carriage House
September 8
Spanish Group, 2:30–4pm at the Carriage
House
Articles submitted for publication must be signed
and may not be libelous. Letters may be published
as space permits. Articles and letters may be
edited for length and content. The deadline for
submitting articles will be the last day of the
month. Articles may be either dropped at the
Clubhouse, faxed to 301.948.9730, or mailed to:
Kentlands Town Crier
c/o The Kentlands Clubhouse
485 Tschiffely Square Road
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
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IN THE NEWSPAPER:
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Kentlands Citizens Assembly does not endorse
the products or services advertised herein,
ensure the correctness of advertisements
contained herein, nor is it responsible for
any claims made by the advertisers herein.
The Kentlands Town Crier reserves the right
to edit, reject, or cancel any advertisement
at any time. The Kentlands Classifieds will not
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August 23, 30
Farmers and Artists Market, 10am–2pm at
the Main Street Pavillion
August 22
Comedy and Magic Society, 8–9:30pm at
the Arts Barn
August 30
Kentlands/Lakelands 5K, 8am at Market
Square
September 4, 18 Songs & Stories, 11–11:45am at the Arts
Barn
September 5
Open Mic at the Mansion, 8–10pm at the
Kentlands Mansion
Community Chorus, 5–9pm
September 9
Troop 1199, 3:30–4:30pm at the Carriage
House
September 6, 13, 20, 27 Farmers & Artists Market, 10am–2pm at the
Main Street Pavillion
September 10
Bridge Club, 1–4pm at the Carriage House
September 6
Film Society, 4–5:30pm
September 12
Needle Arts, 9–12pm
Singer Song Writer Concert Series
Hannah Aldridge, 7:30–10pm at the Arts
Barn
Girl Scouts 3051, 3:30–5pm at the Carriage
House
September 15
Spanish Group, 2:30–4pm at the Carriage
House
Community Chorus, 5–9pm
September 17
Bridge Club, 1–4pm at the Carriage House
September 19
Needle Arts, 9–12pm
Join us for ‘TGIF Happy Hour’ on
September 21
Acoustic Jam, 2–5pm at the Carriage House
September 22
Spanish Group, 2:30–4pm at the Carriage
House
September 19th, 5:30–7:30pm
Community Chorus, 5–9pm
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September 12,13, Breast in Show—A New Musical of
19, 20, 26, 27
Triumph, 8–10pm at the Arts Barn
September 14, 21, 27 Breast in Show—A New Musical of
Triumph, 2–4pm at the Arts Barn
Kentlands Town Crier
Register Now for
Coed Fall Softball League
Ann Von Lossberg’s photography is a
shrine to her love of travel and the output
of a journey of many years through more
than 70 countries. The ten photographs
in this exhibit, which capture the people
and places of Germany, Tibet, Australia, China, and the Caribbean, are unified not by a
common narrative element but by the color pink. From the richly colored clothing and
delicate pink blush of a Tibetan mother to the Pepto-Bismol pink of a Caribbean house
to the vibrant pink sweater of the incongruent Hello Kitty balloon floating over the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, a colorful path is woven in this aptly titled collection: A Touch
of Pink. Von Lossberg is a member of the Maryland Art League and lives and works in
Howard County. She has exhibited at Slayton House, Howard County Arts Council, Columbia Art Center, the Artists’ Gallery, as well as Greenbelt Arts Center, the Paint Branch
UU Meeting House, Adelphi, and the Howard County Conservancy in Woodstock.
Registration for Tuesday Night Coed Fall
Softball League is now open. Games will
be held at Morris Park and Kelley Park and begin on Sept. 9. The franchise team fee is
$625.00. Registration deadline is 4:30pm on Aug. 12.
Download the registration form in the Related Documents section or visit the Activity
Center at Bohrer Park, 506 S. Frederick Ave. next to Gaithersburg High School. For
more information please contact the Sports Division.
Concerts, Workshops Celebrate the Art of the Singer Songwriter
Gaithersburg’s Arts on the Green invites you to experience inspiring performances and
explore your creativity with its Singer Songwriter Concert Series, presented by O’Hair
Salon + Spa. The Series celebrates musicians who write, compose and sing their own
original material. In addition to the concert experience, patrons can participate in
special workshops with the artists for a unique insight into the world of the singer
songwriter. Concerts will be held at 7:30pm, while the Workshops are held earlier in
the day at 3pm, both at the Arts Barn, 311 Kent Square Rd.
Arts on the Green is the City of Gaithersburg’s premier center for the performing and
visual arts. Enjoy concerts, magic shows and professional and community theater at
the Arts Barn, unique chamber performances in the elegant surroundings of Kentlands
Mansion, and outdoor events and festivals on the park-like Green.
Please note that most artwork is for sale and all images are copyrighted by the artist.
Hannah Aldridge, Sat., Sept. 6—Called the “Americana pistol of the South,” she’ll
captivate you with her heartfelt blend of country, blues and rock.
Fall Backyard Concerts Bring Outdoor Entertainment to City Parks
*Marshall Crenshaw, Sat., Oct. 4—Pop/rock Renaissance man, Crenshaw, continues
to convey his indelible sense of melody through rich vocals and riveting guitar work.
The City of Gaithersburg’s popular Backyard Concerts return to neighborhood parks
with two family-friendly performances this fall. All performances are free and begin at
6:30pm. Donations of nonperishable food items to be donated to area food banks are
appreciated. Bring a blanket or low lawn chair.
Caitlin Canty, Th., Feb. 19—Canty’s hauntingly beautiful voice and rich imagery will
draw you in and her razor sharp lyrical insight will carry you away.
Jon Langford, Sat., March 7—Founding member of the Mekons, Waco Brothers and
Pine Valley Cosmonauts, Jon Langford has become one of the leaders in incorporating
folk and country music into punk rock.
The Sweater Set brings contemporary folk music to Diamond Farms Park, 857 Quince
Orchard Rd., on September 5. From banjo to accordion to flute to kazoo, duo Maureen Andary and Sara Curtin make music using an impressive variety of instruments
along with their harmonizing voices.
Peter Mulvey, Th., April 16—Singer-songwriter extraordinaire, Peter Mulvey, sings his
version of hard-edged Americana with exceptional clarity.
Experience Music, Magic and Stargazing on September 19 at Observatory Pk., 100
DeSellum Ave. Magician Benjamin Corey defies gravity with interactive comedy and
magic as The Chromatics delight with unique high-energy vocals about science, technology and life. The Park is home to the Gaithersburg Latitude Observatory, which
conducted celestial measurements to aid in navigation from the late 1800’s until 1982.
Bring your own telescope on September 19. A stargazing guide will be on hand to help.
Admission for each concert is $25, $45 for concert and workshop combined. *Please
note that admission for the Marshall Crenshaw performance is $30 for the concert only
and $50 for the concert and workshop.
Attendees are invited to come early and enjoy wine by the glass, Flying Dog beer,
and non-alcoholic beverages in a bistro setting. The Bistro is open one hour before
the show and during intermission. No alcohol is served on Sunday. For tickets and
information call the Arts Barn or visit the Singer Songwriter Concert Series web page.
The Fall Backyard Concert series is funded in part by a grant from the MD State Arts
Council. For more information contact the Department of Parks, Recreation and Culture.
Contemporary Chinese Painting, Jewelry,
Photography on Display at Gaithersburg Arts Barn
Enjoy an Evening of A Cappella Harmonies at Concert Pavilion
Enjoy an evening of unaccompanied music by Pitches Be Crazy, Impitched, Tomorrow’s Harmony, Snowday, and The A Cappella School Summer Youth Ensemble at
the “A Cappella Festival.” The free event takes place on Saturday, August 16, 2014, at
7:30pm at the City Hall Concert Pavilion, 31 South Summit Ave. The Pavilion features
lawn seating, so please feel free to bring a blanket or lawn chair.
Gaithersburg’s Arts on the Green presents an exhibit of Chinese painting and watercolor
by the Chinese Culture Foundation of America, jewelry by Arts Entwine, and photography
by Ann Von Lossberg through Sept. 28, 2014. The gallery is located in the Arts Barn at
311 Kent Sq. Rd., with viewing hours Mon.–Fri., 10am to 5pm and Sat., 1:30 to 5:30pm.
The public is invited to a free Artists Reception on Tues., Aug. 19 from 7 to 8:30pm.
Pitches Be Crazy, based out of Springfield, Virginia, shares its rock, hip-hop and R&B
covers. Inspired by the recent phenomenon of a cappella in the main stream media
with The Sing-Off and Pitch Perfect, these long time music fans make their own beautiful “noise,” creating an ear bending sound that is fused with bone rattling bass, urban
rhythms, fantastic harmonies, and vocal blends.
The Chinese Culture Foundation of America is dedicated to advancing exchanges of
Chinese and American cultures and improving recognition of Chinese art. This exhibit
features six artists who live and work in China, while the seventh artist, Ping “Pearl”
Shen, resides in Montgomery County, where she paints and teaches Chinese painting. The exhibit showcases the “Xie Yi” or Chinese freehand brush style of painting
that combines poems, calligraphy, painting, and a seal. The art form has evolved over
thousands of years and this exhibit features both traditional and contemporary Xie Yi.
The artists, Lifeng Gao, Minhe Xiong, Xuguo Liu, Jingfang Wang, Xuejun Ding, Jian
Guo Liu, and Pearl Shen, are well known Xie Yi painters and demonstrate a range of
emotion and artistic expression in their work.
Based out of Washington, D.C., Impitched is a semi-professional, mixed-gender a cappella group whose members hail from all over the world. Featuring singers of different
ages and a variety of professions, the group is as diverse as its repertoire. Tomorrow’s
Harmony, a new six-man a cappella group based out of the N. Va./Washington D.C.
area, performs a wide variety of music genres from R&B to country.
Arts Entwine, formerly Midnight Blue®, is the fine art studio of Jack and Jaree Donnelly.
For this exhibit, Jack Donnelly has produced a collection of sterling silver wearable art
entitled “Silver Seasons.” The elegant pendants, bracelets and rings were inspired by
the natural cycles of the planet and the beauty and feel of each season. From concept
to initial drawings to the cutting, sculpting, smiting, and burnishing of each art work,
Donnelly is attune to the specific properties of the selected materials and follows
where they lead. He is also a sculptor and painter, trained at the Maryland Institute
College of Art (MICA), the New Approach School, and Montgomery College.
Kentlands Town Crier Snowday will end the evening with high-energy and positive music. With inventive arrangements, skillful vocal percussion, and plenty of humor, their show is a memorable
adventure that consistently receives rave reviews. Snowday was founded in 2008 with
the mission of bringing a cappella and vocal music into mainstream education and
as part of the Class Acts Arts roster. The group travels to dozens of schools each year,
most recently to Russia as Arts Envoys with the U.S. Dept. of State. Snowday will perform several collaborative songs with students from The A Cappella School Summer
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Fall Events
Asphalt Repaving
The end of the summer means looking at the fall calendar. On August 30 we have
the 5K Race for the Foundation in the morning, the Summer Fiesta at the pool in
the evening and the Labor Day Parade in Old Town Gaithersburg. Since this is an
election year, the parade will draw additional units for campaigns. Also note that the
popular Progressive Dinner is set for Saturday, September 20, so mark your calendar
and sign up. The Oktoberfest, the large City event in Kentlands is set for Sunday,
October 12 and reservations are now being accepted for display space.
Phase II of the asphalt paving project
will begin on August 18, and here are
the areas included in this phase:
Kentlands Elections
Area 10: Beckwith Mews which is
behind 102 to 308 Beckwith St.
The Kentlands Elections are in November. Candidates are needed for the Board and
for President. There is no filing fee and the number of signatures to get on the ballot
is nominal.
Area 13: Thrift Mews which includes
the alley behind 205 to 209 Beckwith
St., 103 to 113 Massbury St., 216 to 222
Kent Oaks Way, and 106 to 110 Thrift St.
Area 9: Kent Oaks Mews leading from
Kent Oaks Way (near Rt. 28) to Lake St.
which includes 103 to 125 Kent Oaks
Way.
Management
Area 16: Massbury Mews which includes the alley behind 204 to 212
Massbury St., 227 to 233 Kent Oaks
Way, 205 to 211 Holmard St.
We have three active committees established in our Charter and Bylaws. The
Board of Code Compliance, the Kentlands Historic Trust, and the Environmental
Management Committee all meet monthly. If you are interested in serving on one of
these committees, please let me know as we may have openings soon. The meetings
are open to everyone in Kentlands, but the appointed members of the committee are
the persons who may speak at the meetings. The committees make recommendations and decisions which are for the benefit of everyone.
Area 19: Kent Oaks Mews which includes the alley behind 415, and 501
to 509 Kent Oaks Way, and 112 to 116
Little Quarry Rd.
Area 27: Otis Mews which is the alley
behind 402 to 484 Tschiffely Sq. Rd.,
321 to 357 Little Quarry Rd., and 307 to
317 Thaxton St.
Ideas and Feed-back Request
I am looking into solar-powered lights for three Kentlands entrances. I should have
details to present at the next meeting of the Board.
I am in communication with the City officials concerning the care and cleaning of
our lakes, which the City owns. The areas along Booth Street need some work.
Area 30: Chestertown Mews which is
the alley behind 503 to 547 Tschiffely
Sq. Rd., 701to 751 Chestertown St., 101
Midtown, and 104 to 138 Thurgood St.
The Board has their turf management program which is quite expensive. Please let
me know your thoughts on this subject. I have heard from neighbors concerning the
appearance of the grass areas and parks and also about the bugs which appear to
reside in the grass areas.
Area 33: Chestertown Mews which
is the alley behind 620 to 658
Chestertown St.
Area 36: Chestertown Mews which is the
alley behind 502 to 522 Chestertown St.
The Board agreed not to impose restrictions on the use of the new furniture; a good
democratic effort.
Area 38: Kendrick Pl. Mews which is the
alley behind 560 to 596 Chestertown
St., and 610 Tschiffely Sq. Rd.
The pool area furniture is scheduled for replacement-finally.
We are looking at placing a tot lot on the Hill District which appears to need it.
Your thoughts on that would be helpful.
During the paving process for your area,
we ask that you follow the alley access
conditions noted with each day.
[email protected] • 240.912.9217 n
Please see the schedule below for your
area:
We Need Your Email Addresses!
Monday, August 18th:
If you are getting email updates, event reminders and the Kentlands Express but
your friends and family are not, tell them about it! The email system we have
in place is how we communicate important information that affects the whole
community. This can be anything from an event reminder to a pool closing
or any other imperative safety concern. In order for them to be as informed
as you are in these matters, we need email addresses! So please make sure to
tell your friends and neighbors to contact Sandy Al-Nazer at 301.948.2071 or
[email protected] to get signed up.
Remove and replace curb in areas 9, 19
and 33.
AUGUST 2014 n www.kentlandsusa.com Tuesday, August 19th:
Remove and replace drains in areas 13,
16 and 30.
Wednesday, August 20th:
Complete drains if necessary. Patching
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and radius in areas 9 and 10. Please
park on the street and refrain from using
the alley between 7am and 6pm.
Thursday, August 21st:
Patching and radius in areas 10 and 13.
Please park on the street and refrain from
using the alley between 7am and 6pm.
Friday, August 22nd:
Patching and radius in areas 16 and 19.
Please park on the street and refrain from
using the alley between 7am and 6pm.
Monday, August 25th:
Patching and radius in areas 27 and 30.
Please park on the street and refrain from
using the alley between 7am and 6pm.
Tuesday, August 26th:
Patching and radius in areas 30 and 33.
Please park on the street and refrain from
using the alley between 7am and 6pm.
Wednesday, August 27th:
Patching and radius in areas 36 and 38.
Please park on the street and refrain from
using the alley between 7am and 6pm.
Thursday, August 28th:
Complete any remaining patching and
radius. Signs will be posted in the alley
if you are needed to park on the street.
Friday, August 29th:
No Work.
Monday, September 1st:
Labor Day—No Work.
Tuesday, September 2nd:
Mill areas 9 and 10. Please park on the
street and refrain from using the alley
between 7am and 6pm.
Wednesday, September 3rd:
Fabric and pave areas 9 and 10: Please
park on the street during the day of the
milling and return after 5pm the following day or until the barricades are removed by Fairfax Paving.
Thursday, September 4th:
Mill areas 13, 16 and 19: Please park
on the street and refrain from using the
alley between 7am and 6pm.
Friday, September 5th:
No work.
Monday, September 8th:
Fabric and pave areas 13, 16 and 19:
Please park on the street during the day
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Kentlands Town Crier
KCA’s Total Income through June 30 was $988,932, which was $25,763 (2.5%) below
budget, Total Expense was $1,080,312, or $40,492 (3.9%) over budget. The resulting
YTD net loss stood at $91,381, compared to a $25,125 deficit anticipated for this time
of year in the budget.
Income and Expense items with noteworthy YTD variances from budget (greater than
$10,000), and the explanations provided by General Manager Randy Fox, include:
Featured Topic: Retaining Walls
At parties, neighbors often ask me “What’s new?” I usually put on my KCA Treasurer
hat for a moment and, these days, my answer tends to involve the Quince Orchard
retaining walls. Figuring that other readers might also appreciate an update in that
regard, here’s the gist of what I’ve been told.
Income
Most of the emergency repair work is done. Follow-up activities are scheduled over
the next several months, including engineering studies to report on other areas of the
wall that may need reinforcement and drainage plans for the area behind the retaining
walls.
Expense
4070 Kentlands Club Assessments (12,838) Kentlands Manor was not budgeted in this line item—all in 4016
(General Assessment)
KCA’s reserve studies have always anticipated the need for retaining wall work and
have guided KCA in setting aside reserve funds accordingly, accumulating over
the years. As a result, KCA has funds in hand to cover retaining wall expenses as
they arise. The most recent reserve study update, submitted to KCA last month,
earmarked roughly $600,000 for this purpose, spread out over the next five years.
Our reserve engineers are currently preparing a new update to adjust for recent
events.
6710 Recreation Supplies/Repair 27,864
& Maint.
Increase this month due to shower
stall invoice. Most planned work
is done
6442 Snow Removal
23,262
Increased this month—received
a shared cost invoice from
Kentlands View
7030 Legal Services—General
19,889
Counsel Court appearance and increase
activity on outstanding violation
6715 Clubhouse Furniture
Great Room furniture purchase
17,768
6100 Grounds & Landscaping
14,628
Contract Meanwhile, here is a snapshot of retaining wall expenses incurred so far this year:
Retaining Wall Expenses ItemAmount
Prepaid A.I.R Lawncare (organic)
in advance for invoice discount
6065 Community Center Utilities
(16,052) Timing issue with invoices
5205 Social/Recreation Programs
(20,059) Summerfest and end of year
activities will bring this more
in line with budget
Engineering Services
$26,729.00
Wall Monitoring Services
$8,850.00
Wall Repair Contractor
$195,725.00
Overnight Watch (during heavy rains)
$2,275.00
Permit
$76.00
Homeowner Expenses
$15,251.16
Remove Heat Pump Condensers
$970.00
Miscellaneous (Tarps, tie downs, drain inspections
$5,720.00
Full-year Net Income/(Loss) is projected to be ($66,064), compared with ($46) foreseen in the 2014 budget. Actual full-year results, as audited, were $124,080 in 2013,
$130,912 in 2012, $52,703 in 2011, $1,765 in 2010, ($84,890) in 2009, and ($9,935)
in 2008. As mentioned last month, a full-year net loss needs to be understood in the
context of positive net income in other years.
Total Expenses as of July 18, 2014
$255,596.16
Sources of Information, and How to Get More
Total Income is projected to end the year at $2,015,176, $25,763 (1.3%) under budget, and Total Expenses at $2,081,240, $40,255 (2.0%) over budget, for the reasons
mentioned above.
All KCA financial data presented here are derived from reports provided by CMC.
As always, further details about KCA finances are available in the monthly Financial
Reports, which interested Titleholders are welcome to review by dropping in at the
KCA offices. n
Current Financial Highlights
As of June 30, 2014, KCA’s cash and investments totaled $2,410,628, a 1% decrease
since last month and 7% since the start of the year.
This decrease is mainly due to reserve expenditures. Up through June 30, year-to-date
outlays from the General Reserve totaled $204,830, including $6,363 for asphalt projects, $10,030 for tree pruning/debris disposal, and $188,473 for costs related to the
Quince Orchard retaining wall. The higher total stated above includes additional wall
expenses in July. YTD spending from the Recreation Facilities Reserve has amounted
to $105,559: $10,890 for paving repairs around the swimming pools, $13,804 for
work related to Tot Lots, $27,582 for Clubhouse exterior painting, pavers, and porch
furniture, and $59,120 for tennis court lighting and drainage.
Assessments: The Best Bargain in Town
Some people question why they have to pay what is commonly known as the
member assessment when they move into a condominium or homeowner
association. While assessments may be a technically correct term, the fact is
that they are actually property maintenance fees. When the collective buying power of the entire association is factored in, they prove to be a real
bargain for individual homeowners. These fees cover exterior maintenance,
snow removal, landscaping, trash removal, and sometimes utilities, security,
recreation facilities, and more. They also include savings for future big-ticket
items like roofs, hot water heaters, and repaving—which means homeowners
will not be hit unexpectedly with a special assessment or loan payback when
the roof needs to be replaced in a few years. n
Total Owners’ Equity at the end of June was $2,398,071, allocated as follows:
Recreation Facilities Reserve
$755,065
General Reserve
$697,486
Titleholder Contribution
$470,945
Unappropriated Owners’ Equity
$414,565
Capital Improvement Reserves
$59,650
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Oktoberfest is Coming!
Reaching Others
When Disasters Strike
This year the Oktoberfest will be on Sunday, October 12th from Noon to
5pm—plan to attend. The event will take place on the Village Green, on the
Mansion grounds, along Briscoe and Selby Streets, and along Firehouse and
Inspiration Lane.
We plan to have a Showcase of Kentlands, with an opportunity for all of
our many clubs, groups, troops and packs, swim team, and basketball and
tennis leagues, needle arts, language classes, etc., to shine. This will give
our community an opportunity to display what makes us unique when the
anticipated 30,000 visitors will be here.
The first thing many of us do during or immediately following a natural
disaster is to call family and friends. Unfortunately, in the minutes and hours
after a disaster, overloaded cell phone networks can make it difficult—
if not impossible—to reach others. While there is no guarantee, the
following tips can increase your chances of getting through when it matters
most.
In addition, this is a chance to decorate for fall, not just for Halloween. The
ghosts and goblins can wait for two weeks, but the house decorations would
be great!
• Even if you have a traditional landline, keep a corded phone in your home.
It will work even if you lose power.
Tim Clarke, President
[email protected]
• Keep a list of emergency phone numbers in your cell phone and near your
home phone.
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• Prepare a family contact sheet with at least one out-of-town person who
can serve as your family’s emergency contact. Often it’s easier to make long
distance rather than local calls during an emergency.
Asphalt Repaving
• Have charged batteries and car phone chargers for back-up power.
of the milling and return after 5pm the following day or until the barricades are
removed by Fairfax Paving.
• Subscribe to text alert services from local or state governments and schools
to receive emergency alerts.
Tuesday, September 9th:
• Use text messaging, e-mail or social networks such as Facebook, Twitter and
Linked In instead of making calls on your cell phone. Texts and e-mails are
less likely to experience network congestion. You can use social media to let
family and friends know you’re okay.
Mill area 27: Please park on the street and refrain from using the alley between
7am and 6pm.
Wednesday, September 10th:
Fabric and pave area 27: Please park on the street during the day of the milling
• Keep phone calls brief to avoid tying up voice networks.
and return after 5pm the following day or until the barricades are removed by
Fairfax Paving.
• Conserve your cell phone battery by reducing screen brightness and closing
apps you are not using.
Thursday, September 11th:
Mill areas 30 and 33: Please park on the street and refrain from using the alley
between 7am and 6pm.
• Limit streaming videos, downloading music or playing video games on cell
phones after a disaster to help emergency calls get through to 911.
Friday, September 12th:
• Call 911 only if you have a life-threatening emergency. n
Mill areas 36 and 38: Please park on the street and refrain from using the alley
between 7am and 6pm.
Monday, September 15th:
Fabric and pave area 30: Please park on the street during the day of the milling
and return after 5pm the following day or until the barricades are removed by
Fairfax Paving.
Tuesday, September 16th:
Fabric and pave areas 33, 36, 38: Please park on the street during the day of
the milling and return after 5pm the following day or until the barricades are
removed by Fairfax Paving.
Many of you have asked if the contractor would pave your extended driveway, and
yes, you can have this done. Just call Maureen at Fairfax Paving at 703.620.6767,
and she will arrange to have someone price the cost for the paving.
Thank you for your patience during the paving process, and please call Randy
Fox at 301.948.2071. n
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Kentlands Historical Trust
Minutes of the Kentlands
Historic Trust Meeting
windows. Color and muntin configuration to match existing.
Brett & Pam Cosor, #14-949
Block YY • Lot 36 • 306 Alfandre St.
Committee Members Present:
Donna Myers & Scott Hoffpauir, #14-942
Block RR • Lot 3 • 107 Thaxton St.
Windows: approved to replace existing
right side windows with Andersen 400
series. Approved to remove rear side windows and replace with brick siding to
match existing.
Mikel Draghici, KHT Chair
Stephanie Vierra, KHT
Ruthzaly Weich, KHT Alternate
David Webber, KHT Alternate
Management/Residents/
Owners/Guests Present:
Arthur Gailes, CMC
Andrew Moneyheffer, DPZ
Ken Morris, Contractor
Brian Mitchell, Resident
Marian Vaias, Contractor
Jeff Williams, Resident
Brett Cosor, Resident
Keith Brown, Resident
Patrick Rehfield, Resident
The meeting was called to order at
6:30pm on Wednesday, July 2, 2014 at
the Kentlands Clubhouse.
Kristin Koop, #14-937
Block PP • Lot 29 • 220 Thaxton St.
Fence: denied to add Gothic picket fence
to front yard.
Reason: Fence should not be placed at
frontages that are less than 10’ from the
building face to the property edge.
Fence: approved to add Gothic picket
fence to side and rear yard. Color: white,
not off-white.
Keith Brown & Linda Winpisinger, #14-938
Block T • Lot 29 • 317 Booth St.
Pavilion: approved to add pavilion in rear
yard. Materials shall be consistent with
the Kentlands Design Standards and Additional Suitable Materials List: wood,
vinyl-clad wood, or Azek PVC.
Patrick Rehfield, #14-939
153 Chevy Chase St.
Windows: deferred to replace existing
windows with Thermastar by Pella. KHT
will review windows and evaluate for August meeting.
Joseph & Barbara Levitt, #14-940
Block I • Lot 5 • 204 Massbury St.
Patio: approved to extend existing stone
patio over rear yard.
Natalie M. Santullo, #14-941
Block KK • Lot 73 • 504 Tschiffely Sq. Rd.
Windows: approved to replace existing windows with Renewal by Andersen
Kentlands Town Crier Windows: approved to remove secondfloor rear window and replace with
Marvin Ultimate series oval window.
Approved to remove second-floor left side
window and replace with new Marvin
Ultimate series double-hung windows.
Note: Filled windows should be offset
by ½ inch. Window set should be center on façade. Muntins shall be consistent
thoughout the house.
Door: approved to replace existing front
entry doors with Jeldwen smooth-pro
fiberglass door.
Door: approved to replace rear sliding
door with Andersen 400 series.
Note: this approval does not apply to
any stained or art glass design. Any such
design must be approved by the KHT
separately before installation.
Thathiana & Brian Mitchell, #14-950
Block HH • Lot 24 • 349 Little Quarry Rd.
Windows: approved to replace all windows with Renewal by Andersen.
John & Stephanie Vierra, #14-943
Block DD • Lot 34 • 304 Tschiffely Sq. Rd.
By Arthur Gailes
Valspar. Approved to paint or stain deck
color Bistre Tan by Olympic.
Siding: approved to replace all exterior
brick mold with Azek brick mold.
Jeffery Williams, #14-951
Block DD • Lot 25 • 306 Tschiffely Sq. Rd.
Steps: approved to replace existing rear
wood stoop to stone stoop leading to rear
entrance.
Gate: approved to install rear gates leading to rear yard from front and rear.
Patio: approved to install stone patio at
rear of home.
Arbor: approved to install rear cedar
arbor at new gate.
Landscaping: approved to install laurels
and crepe myrtle tree in rear yard.
Door: approved to replace rear French
doors with Renewal by Andersen.
Siding: approved to replace existing siding
with James Hardie H25 fiber cement siding. Color: Sandstone beige or Mountain
Sage. Approved to replace existing wood
trim with same material. Color: Benjamin
Moore Country Redwood (PM-16).
Color Change: approved to paint siding
on house and garage Summer Wheat by
Meeting adjourned at 9pm. n
BOCC Monthly:
Decks and Awnings
Reg Seeto & Rachel Khan, #14-944
Block CC • Lot 26 • 148 Treehaven St.
Addition: approved to construct twostory basement at rear of home. All new
windows and doors will be Andersen 400
series with muntins.
Kentlands Board of Code Compliance suggests that all titleholders inspect the
totality of outside decks as to the condition of surface boards, stairs, rails and rail
pickets for rot, loose parts and peeling paint.
Thomas & Sally Marchessault, #14-945
Block S • Lot 13 • 432 Inspiration Ln.
Windows: approved to replace existing
rear windows with Renewal by Andersen
windows. Color and muntin configuration to match existing.
If any of the aforementioned conditions are in evidence, corrective action must
be taken to insure timely restoration of original conditions and eliminate the
potential for accidents due to weakened structural parts.
Doug Green & Laurie Kesaris, #14-946
Block C • Lot 27 • 217 Beckwith St.
The same procedure should be followed if your home has outside awnings.
Inspect for wear and tear, discoloration and general integrity factors. Awnings
must be solid in color. Stripes or patterns are not permitted.
Doors: approved to replace existing
rear double and single French doors
with Thermatru Smooth Star Fiberglass
doors.
Conditions of both Decks and Awnings can best be addressed during the spring
and summer months. This is the best time of year to perform a thorough review
and arrange for any issues to be corrected before the onset of less favorable
weather towards the end of the year.
Carol Krause, #14-947
Block YY • Lot 22 • 361 Alfandre Mews
Any change to the design or material of your deck or awning requires the submission of a Visual Change Application. A complete listing of acceptable suitable
materials is available in the clubhouse.
Color Change: approved to paint siding
white and front door Sherwin Williams
honest blue. Approved siding colors are
Sherman Williams: Reliable White, China
Doll, Bauhaus Buff, Steamed Milk, and
Casa Blanca.
As a reminder, review the Visual Change Application guidelines to determine
if approval is required before making exterior changes to material, design or
color of your property. If you are not sure whether a Visual Change Application
(VCA) is required, or if you have any questions about the VCA process, please
contact Arthur Gailes, Assistant Manager, at [email protected]
or 301.948.2071. Visual Change Applications are available at the Clubhouse and
at KentlandsUSA.com. n
Beverly & Gary McGarrity, #14-948
Block CC • Lot 8 • 105 Leekes Lot Way
Windows: approved to replace existing
front windows with Renewal by Andersen
windows.
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Association Crime Stoppers
Cloudy with a Chance
of Technology
Everyone wants a safe place to call home, and our association strives to make all
residents feel secure. While we’re diligent in our efforts to reduce possible dangers
in our community, we can’t do it alone. It’s up to everyone to pitch in to keep crime
rates down. Thankfully, taking a few simple steps can go a long way in keeping theft,
vandalism and other felonies and misdemeanors out of the association.
We all know about the clouds that shade the sun and carry rain. Now it’s time
to get to know the other cloud—the one that delivers computing power, handy
applications, and the ability to share information with others wherever and
whenever you need. Like the atmospheric mass that provides its name, the
technological phenomenon impacts our daily lives.
Know Your Neighbors. And not just the neighbors on your block, but also the neighbors from all parts of the association. At the very least, you’ll get a better idea of who
actually lives (and in turn, who belongs) here. Talking with your neighbors will also
give you the chance to find out if they have noticed any crimes or suspicious activity
in the association recently so that you can be on the lookout as well. Consider creating and distributing a list with everyone’s contact information so that you and your
neighbors can alert each other of any problems that arise. Of course, be sure to get
your neighbors’ permission first to put their information on the list.
Cloud computing sounds mysterious and untrustworthy, but chances are you’re
already working, playing and surfing in the cloud. If you’ve purchased an
iPhone, Kindle, or any smartphone, tablet or computer recently, you’re probably
taking advantage of its benefits. If you’ve downloaded a song from the Internet,
chatted on Skype or purchased something from Amazon.com, you’ve used the
cloud.
Leave The Light On. A good way to deter felons from breaking into your home is to
make sure your front porch light stays on all night, even when you’re out of town. Not
only does it signal that someone’s home, it also makes it harder for vandals to hide
among the shadows. If you’re worried that you’ll either forget to turn the light on at
night or off in the morning, you can purchase an inexpensive timer that will automatically do that for you every day. The majority of lights in the Kentlands are owned and
maintained by the city, so residents should contact the city directly should one not be
working. All city lights are numbered so that when residents call it in, they can give
the light pole number.
So, what does the cloud mean to you, and how can you harness its power?
It means you can pay your assessments online. You can access association
documents and board meeting minutes from wherever you are. It might also
mean, for the owners of second homes, that you can tune in to board meetings
from the other side of the country.
Lock Up. If you want to keep unwanted guests out, don’t make your home inviting.
Even when you’re around, it’s best to keep all gates, doors and garages locked at all
times. It’s also a good idea to keep your windows closed and locked when possible,
especially if they’re on the ground floor.
It means you can work from a remote office without losing a beat. You can collaborate with others on a document without having to e-mail the file back and
forth. You can store photos, music and files online without taking up precious
space on your computer.
Put On Your Walking Shoes. Taking as stroll around the association isn’t just good
exercise. You can casually patrol the community for anything suspicious or unusual,
as well as swap notes about criminal activity in the area with other neighbors who are
out and about. Also, when more residents regularly walk around the association, it can
help scare off hooligans who are afraid of getting caught in the act.
The cloud offers cheaper, stress-free alternatives to expensive hardware and
maintenance. All you really need to take advantage of the cloud is reliable
Internet access, but you should carefully consider security, privacy, the provider’s
reliability and contract terms first.
Clean It Up. Picking up litter, removing graffiti and keeping trees, bushes and lawns
trimmed not only makes the association look better, but also sends the message that
our residents are diligent about keeping the neighborhood a respectable place to live.
This can help discourage troublemakers from hanging around our community and
encourage responsible and involved people to move to the association.
How secure is your data and information on the cloud? What privacy rules are
you subject to? Some cloud services include clauses that allow providers to access and use a customer’s data —often for marketing purposes—and can retain
that data long after you’re done using the service.
What if the company providing the cloud service goes out of business? What
happens to all your information? Do contact terms lock you into one program
or application?
See Something, Say Something. If you notice a crime or a suspicious activity,
regardless of how small the incident may seem, notify the police immediately. Of
course, only call 911 if it is an emergency; otherwise, contact the police on their
non-emergency line at: 301.258.6400.
These are important questions to ask. And though the cloud is relatively new,
it’s here to stay and will become even more prevalent over time. To see a list
of cloud computing providers, visit http://cloud-computing.findthebest.com. n
We all have a responsibility to our community to help keep it safe, and incorporating
even a few of these tips can go a long way. Do your part to make our association a
place you’re happy to call home. n
Techno Trash
The proliferation of iPhones, iPads, smartphones and other personal communication
devices in the last few years has made communications easier and more convenient.
It also has created millions of tons of toxic electronic trash.
Cadmium, chromium, lead and mercury are among the toxic and potentially
cancer-causing substances used to construct smartphones and other personal electronics, according to a 2011 article in The Washington Post. When phones and other
devices are discarded, these substances leach into the ground and water, poisoning
plant, animal—and sometimes human—life.
AUGUST 2014 n www.kentlandsusa.com In the U.S. alone, Americans disposed of 126 million mobile phones in 2007, reports
The Post, and in the last five years, “the developing world has tripled its disposal of
electronic junk.” While almost all parts of smartphones are recyclable, Martin Nielsen,
chief executive of Waste Systems, says that the U.S. recycling rate for personal electronic devices is low—only 18 percent. In a report released by Electronics Takeback
Coalition, the recycling rate for cell phones alone is even lower—a mere 10 percent.
With all the damage that improperly discarded electronic devices can cause, it’s important for everyone to know how to correctly dispose of them. Stores such as Best
Buy, Radio Shack and Apple will recycle your unwanted electronics, regardless of
where the device was purchased. You can also learn more about electronic recycling
programs for individuals and businesses at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s
website, www.epa.gov/oaintrnt/practices/electronics.htm. n
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Local Athlete Competes for USA
in World Mountain Bike
Orienteering Championships
TM
Rockville, MD—Orienteering USA
(OUSA) has announced that Liz Notter (Gaithersburg, MD) will represent
the USA as part of the national team
competing in the 2014 World Mountain Bike Orienteering Championships
(WMTBOC). Liz was awarded 1st
place in the Rosaryville Orienteering
Duathlon this year and is a five-time
finisher of the Shenandoah Mountain
100 Bike Race. She is part of the Quantico Orienteering Club. WMTBOC this
year will be held from August 24–31 in
Bialystok, Poland.
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software and design training
“We are glad to have someone as
dedicated as Liz joining this year’s
team,” said Greg Lennon, Orienteering
USA’s MTBO Director, “and at both
local and national levels it’s great to
see growing interest in this form of
bike racing.”
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Mountain bike orienteering combines fast mountain biking and navigation skill, with the athlete using their bike, map and compass to
complete a course as quickly as possible over miles-long terrain.
For more information on mountain bike orienteering, visit www.orienteeringusa.
org or visit the Team’s Facebook page at facebook.com/usmtboteam. n
Legal Notes
301.602.4367 • [email protected]
From The Law Office of Tim Clarke
Titleholder Initial Contribution
When a home is purchased in Kentlands, whether through a realtor or by
private sale, one cost is the titleholder initial contribution. This is calculated based upon three months of assessments for the home, and with
all of the other home purchase costs, may not even be noticed. This money goes to a reserve fund maintained under Board supervision. The funds
amount to a savings account and are used for purposes such as charitable
programs and new urbanism education, as outlined in our founding documents. The Board has used these funds to support the Kentlands Community
Foundation and also the K25 anniversary committee events which has its
funds managed through the Foundation. On close inspection of the KCA
budget these funds can be found, with some help. The TIC Reserve is set to
have $492,604 at the end of 2014, based upon expected home sales and
interest earned. In 2014, KCA granted $37,000 to the Foundation, $5,000
specified for the 5K Race. In 2014, the KCA granted to the K25 group
$13,000 for their expenses with a considerable amount carried forward to the
next year.
Tim Clarke • President
240.912.9217 • [email protected]
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By Carrie Dietz
donated $10,500 of race proceeds to local charities, and to date
has donated over $100,000. This year’s beneficiaries include the City
of Gaithersburg’s Dolores C. Swoyer Camp Scholarship Fund, which
provides fees for underprivileged youths
to attend summer camp; The Dwelling
Place, which provides housing opportunities and support for families experiencing homelessness; MCPAW, a local
animal shelter and the Maryland Senior
Olympics.
21st Annual Kentlands/Lakelands 5K August 30
For 21 years, the Kentlands/Lakelands 5K has drawn thousands of runners, walkers and
spectators to our community, showcasing
the unique place we call home.
The Labor Day weekend event includes
a 5K Run and Walk, two Kids Fun Runs,
and the well-renowned Post-Race Expo
in Market Square Plaza. The 5K Race has
grown to be the largest in Montgomery
County, MD, with over 1,300 participants registering last year. The non-profit
Kentlands Community Foundation, in
partnership with the City of Gaithersburg,
hosts the event.
After a one-year hiatus the Senior
Olympics is back and will use the
race as a qualifier to compete for the
National Senior Games in the Twin
Cities in 2015. “The Maryland Senior
Olympics is very excited about our
return to this great race,” said MSO
Executive Director Ted Wroth. “I know
the “Over 50” crowd is looking forward to
competing on a very challenging course
with a hometown atmosphere. We are
expecting an excellent turnout in this
qualifying year.”
There is still time to volunteer as a Course
Marshal, a critical job that ensures the
safety and enjoyment for the runners
and everyone involved in the day. Please
contact [email protected] if you
can lend a hand.
As a non-profit and philanthropic
The race committee is also excited to
organization, the Kentlands ComMariana Ruiz’s winning t-shirt design
welcome the “Ready, Set, Run” kids
munity Foundation hosts the Race
to not only raise funds to sustain its programming, but to share a substan- running group who trained all summer to run the race. The City of Gaithersburg
tial amount of the proceeds with other local charities. Last year the Foundation began the program after the increased interest in running from the greater
Gaithersburg area.
The winner of the T-Shirt design contest for the 20th annual Kentlands/Lakelands 5K
Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run was announced today. The design by 10 year-old Mariana
Ruiz was selected from more than 100 entries. She will receive a $50 cash prize for
her efforts.
Kentlands Town Crier In addition to Mariana Ruiz, four age category winners were selected: Olivia Borkat
for the 6 and under category, Ayliana Moses for the age 7-9 category, and Rebecca
Weiss for the age 10-12 category.
Kentlands… Thanks to you, we’re off to a great start! Bring this ad in for a free appetizer with the purchase of any two entrées. Offer valid Sunday – Thursday, expires August 31, 2014. After several years of females National Anthem singers, Lakelands teen Josh Bernstein
will lead the Anthem. In 2011, Josh was voted as a top contender out of 40,000
performers in the Kidzstar National singing competition—so stop by the start line to
hear great talent.
See you race day! n
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The Kentlands Community Foundation realizes the need to restrict parking and
close streets or restrict access during the Race may inconvenience some residents
and local merchants. We thank you in advance for your attention, understanding,
and cooperation in making this year’s Race the best and safest ever! If you have
any questions or comments, please call the Kentlands Community Foundation at
301.926.6636.
21st Annual Kentlands/Lakelands 5K Run, Walk & Kids Fun Runs!
No parking on affected streets 12am–12pm August 30
No driving on or through the race course 7am–11am
To register to run, walk or volunteer please go to www.kentlands.org!
New City Towing Policy will mean a ticket and towing fee to you if vehicles
are left on the course after midnight.
If you reside on the following streets, please plan for the parking restrictions and
access limitations that will affect you on Saturday, August 30, 12am–12pm.
IF TOWED CALL: GEYER’S TOWING at 301.540.1600
In the Kentlands:
On Saturday, August 30 beginning at 8am, over 1,500 race participants are expected
to participate in this year’s 5K Run, Walk & Kid’s Fun Runs through the Kentlands and
Lakelands neighborhoods. Runners, walkers and kids from all over the Greater D.C.
Metropolitan area, the mid-Atlantic region and beyond will come to experience our
unique new urbanist community during the Race. The Race benefits the Kentlands
Community Foundation, Delores C. Swoyer Summer Camp Scholarship Fund, The
Dwelling Place and McPaw, the organization raising funds to build the new animal
shelter in Gaithersburg.
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However, in order to ensure the safety of all race participants, race streets will be closed
to parking before and during the race, and car traffic will be restricted until 12pm on
August 30. Cars left on the course after Midnight/ 12am on Race Day will be towed
at the owner’s expense. Please refer to the 5K No Parking Map on our website at
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The Races start and end on Main Street & Market Street East/West, between
Market Street Plaza and the Courts of Devon, and end down Main Street at
Market Street East. The well-renowned 5K Merchant Expo Festival and Awards
Ceremony will take place immediately following the Race in the newlyrenovated Market Square Plaza. This community event will be bringing participants and their friends and family to Kentlands/Lakelands business area, so this is a
great opportunity to show our community spirit by running, walking, volunteering
or cheering!
PLEASE NOTE: If you live NEAR the Race Course, and anticipate the need to
drive anywhere before 12pm on Saturday, August 30, please MOVE YOUR
CAR IN ADVANCE to a location that is not in a “tow-away zone” on Friday,
August 30 (options include Lakelands Park MS, Lakelands Park Parking Lot past
Kersten St., Rachel Carson ES, Kentlands Blvd., and Whole Foods or Bally’s
parking lots).
Alfandre Mews
Helene St.
Kersten St.
Main Mews
Main St. (from Midtown Rd. to Kersten St.)
Market East Mews
Market St. West (to Golden Ash Way)
Market Street East (down to Main St.)
Sheila Mews
Sheila St.
The Kentlands Community Foundation, in partnership with the City of Gaithersburg,
the Kentlands Citizen’s Assembly,the Lakelands Community Association, our
outstanding sponsors, & the 100% volunteer-led 5K Race Committee thanks you in
advance for your support! n
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Dangerous species are found in habitats ranging from urban lawns to deep woods.
Poisonous mushrooms have no antidote and can cause severe illness or death.
Only a qualified mushroom expert should identify the mushrooms growing in your
community, and you must take appropriate precautions to prevent children and pets
from eating or licking them.
Mushroom spores are everywhere all the time. While there is no simple way to get rid
of mushrooms in your yard, there are things you can do to minimize fungal growth.
Dig up mushrooms as soon as they appear, and throw them in the trash. If you pick
them before they mature, they will be unable to send out spores. Never put them on
a compost pile; it is an ideal environment for their growth. To avoid spreading their
spores, don’t kick, stomp or mow mushrooms.
Mushrooms need water and organic matter to grow, so water grass and plants only
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Kentlands Real Estate Listings
FOR SALE
Address
Housing Type
List Price
Days on
Market
27 Booth St. #446..................... Condo...............................$269,950....................... 37
162 Kendrick Pl #14................. Condo...............................$282,000......................... 9
935 Beacon Sq. Ct. 24.............. Condo...............................$305,000....................... 37
112 Kendrick Pl #34................. Condo...............................$325,000....................... 25
110 Chevy Chase St. #401........ Condo...............................$374,900....................... 75
102 Kendrick Pl #34................. Condo...............................$357,500....................... 38
130 Chevy Chase St. #405........ Condo...............................$369,000......................... 5
136 Kendrick Pl ....................... Condo...............................$375,000....................... 47
142 Kendrick Pl #142............... Carriage Home..................$375,000....................... 80
118 Ridgepoint Pl..................... Townhome.........................$459,900....................... 50
250 Beckwith St........................ Cottage..............................$469,900..................... 193
592 Chestertown St................... Townhome.........................$509,800..................... 112
349 Alfandre Mews................... Carriage Home..................$579,000....................... 92
325 Hart Rd.............................. Townhome.........................$749,900....................... 66
305 Inspiration Lane................. Single Family ....................$755,000....................... 10
103 Beckwith St........................ Single Family ....................$799,900..................... 137
101 Beckwith St........................ Single Family.....................$824,900....................... 65
204 Thaxton St.......................... Single Family.....................$849,900....................... 16
115 Leekes Lot Way.................. Single Family.....................$999,900..................... 101
109 Treehaven St....................... Single Family.....................$1,025,000.................... 60
336 Little Quarry Rd................. Single Family.....................$1,089,000.................... 26
608 Firehouse Ln...................... Single Family.....................$1,099,000.................... 36
405 Tschiffely Square Rd........... Single Family.....................$1,145,000.................... 42
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FOR SALE
2008 Toyota Corolla, a/c, dealer maintained, Blue Book Value: $9000; list price
$8500, o/b/o. Contact Michelle Clarke at 240.912.9217.
Petsitting and Dogwalking in
the Kentlands/Lakelands.
High School Senior and
Kentlands resident.
Reasonable rates. References
available. 404-966-8186
UNDER CONTRACT
Address
Housing Type
List Price
Days on
Market
935A Beacon Sq. Ct. 34............ Condo...............................$299,900....................... 33
117 Bucksfield Rd..................... Carriage Home..................$400,000....................... 13
435 Tschiffely Square Rd........... Townhome.........................$599,900......................... 7
205 Tschiffely Sq Rd................. Single Family ....................$825,000..................... 140
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SOLD (5/1–present)
Address
Housing Type
Orig/List Price Sold Price Days on
Market
31 Booth St. #452.................Condo........................... $274,900.......... $275,000......... 5
104 Kendrick Pl #18.............Condo........................... $295,000.......... $280,000....... 25
106 Booth St. #22.................Condo........................... $299,900.......... $300,000....... 14
7 Granite Pl #419.................Condo........................... $324,900.......... $325,300......... 6
212 Ridgepoint Pl #36..........Condo........................... $330,000.......... $327,500 ...... 44
178 Chevy Chase St..............Condo........................... $375,000.......... $364,000 ...... 33
92 Chevy Chase St................Condo........................... $465,000.......... $455,000....... 19
361 Alfandre Mews...............Cottage ......................... $610,000.......... $610,000....... 17
138 Thurgood St....................Townhome.................... $615,000.......... $617,000......... 3
211 Little Quarry Rd.............Cottage.......................... $645,000.......... $632,500....... 34
221 Firehouse Lane...............Townhome.................... $655,000.......... $655,000....... 49
148 Thurgood St....................Cottage.......................... $725,000.......... $725,000......... 0
314 Alfandre St.....................Townhome.................... $762,500.......... $750,000....... 56
417 Tschiffely Square Rd.......Single Family................. $840,000.......... $850,500......... 2
310 Tschiffely Square Rd.......Single Family................. $849,000.......... $854,000......... 1
224 Kent Oaks Mews............Single Family................. $895,000.......... $865,000......... 8
321 Little Quarry Road.........Single Family................. $997,000.......... $1,000,000...... 9
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Calendar of Events
FOR RENT
Address
Housing Type
List Price
Days on
Market
102 Kendrick Pl #34................. Condo...............................$1,895........................... 10
115 Chevy Chase St.................. Condo...............................$2,350........................... 34
341 Hart Mews......................... Condo...............................$2,395........................... 10
321 Alfandre St......................... Townhome.........................$3,195............................. 0
325 Hart Road.......................... Townhome.........................$3,500........................... 34
101 Beckwith St........................ Single Family.....................$3,500........................... 11
Seven events down and a few more to go!
Visit www.kentlands25.com for past event highlights and photos,
and information about helping to create future events.
Here’s what’s on deck to Celebrate Kentlands 25th for the rest of 2014:
City of Gaithersburg Oktoberfest
10/12/14
KidServ Project
11/09/14
25th Anniversary KCA Holiday Party
12/06/14
AUGUST 2014 n www.kentlandsusa.com The information above was obtained from MRIS. Information is believed to be accurate, but should
not be relied upon without verification. Information was retrieved on 08/04/2014 by Valerie Harnois,
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