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June Newsletter
Parkfairfax
The Official Newsletter of the Parkfairfax Unit Owners Association
F O RU M
June 2015
Volume 37, Issue 6
www.Parkfairfax.info
Enjoy Our Outdoor Spaces Safely
There’s nothing like outdoor grilling. It’s one of the most
popular ways to cook food. But, a grill placed too close to
anything that can burn is a fire hazard. They also can be very
hot causing burn injuries. Parkfairfax’s dense canopy of trees
and woodlands need to be considered when grilling. Please
follow the simple tips below and you will be your way to safe
grilling.
SAFETY TIPS
• Propane and charcoal grills should only be used outside
• The grill should be placed at least 15 feet away from the
building and out from any overhanging branches.
• Check for leaks using a light soap and water solution. Apply
this solution to your hose and connections and a leak will
release bubbles. If you detect a leak, turn off the gas valve.
The same goes if the grill will not light. If by chance the leak
does not stop, clear away from the grill and call the fire
department.
• Keep children and pets at least three feet away from the
grill area.
New Access System and Cards
Management sent out an RFP to several companies and after
reviewing these we have decided on ADT-Tyco as our new
provider. This system is Cloud based meaning that it be
backed up automatically off site. We have completed the
installation of the new panels and will now begin the process
of issuing new ID Cards to the entire community. We
understand that this is a large undertaking but it will make
the property more secure and give us greater flexibility in
operating and controlling the system. Please come by the
management office at 3360 Gunston Road to receive your
new cards. Owners, please remember to have your renters
bring a current copy of their lease if they are planning on
getting a card(s).
• Keep your grill clean by removing grease or fat buildup
from the grills and in the trays below the grill.
• Never leave your grill unattended.
• Always make sure your gas grill lid is open before lighting it.
CHARCOAL GRILLS
• There are several ways to get the charcoal ready to use.
Charcoal chimney starters allow you to start the charcoal
using newspaper as fuel.
• If you use lighter fluid, use only ones that are approved for
charcoal. Never add fluid or any other liquids to the fire.
• Keep charcoal fluid out of the reach of children and away
from heat sources.
• Use can also use electric charcoal starts, but be sure you are
using an outdoor rated extension cord.
• When you are finished grilling, let the coals completely cool
before disposing in a metal container. Never use a paper or
plastic bag.
In this Issue:
Board Meeting Highlights................................3
Party Room Rental Information.......................3
Covenants Corner............................................4
Employee of the Quarter..................................4
Manager’s Corner.............................................5
June USP Special..............................................5
Book Group.....................................................5
Spring Activities...............................................6
Parkfairfax Home Tour.....................................7
Azalea Day.......................................................8
Covenants Corner, General Reminders.............9
2015 Pool Hours............................................10
Swim Lessons.................................................11
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Parkfairfax Condominium
Unit Owners Association
3360 Gunston Road
Alexandria, Virginia 22302
Phone: 703-998-6315
Fax: 703-998-8764
www.Parkfairfax.info
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Kathy Schramek, Ward III, President ♦ [email protected] ♦ 703-998-5771 ♦ Term Ends 2017
MAIN OFFICE:
General Manager
Mark Miller, ext 101
[email protected]
Assistant General Manager
Sarah Clark, ext 102
[email protected]
Covenants Director
Jennifer Jett-Bowling, ext 107
[email protected]
Rich Moha, At Large, Secretary ♦ [email protected] ♦ Term Ends 2018
Executive Assistant/Newsletter
Karen Murray, ext 104
[email protected]
Randy Sparks, At Large, Treasurer ♦ [email protected] ♦ Term Ends 2016
USP Director
Ralph Heinze, Ward IV ♦ [email protected] ♦ 703-850-7718 ♦ Term Ends 2017
Guy Andrew, ext 105
[email protected]
Phil Saims, At Large Representative, Vice President ♦ [email protected] ♦ Term Ends 2018
Anna Fernezian, Ward II ♦ [email protected] ♦ Term Ends 2016
Robin Woods, Ward V ♦ [email protected] ♦ Term Ends 2016
Susan Cox, Ward I ♦ [email protected] ♦ Term Ends 2018
Jarrod Grimsley, At Large ♦ [email protected] ♦ 202-285-7189 ♦ Term Ends 2017
*All Board Members, the General Manager and the Assistant General Manager can be contacted by
emailing [email protected]
*All Board Members can be contacted by emailing [email protected]
Meetings begin at 7 p.m. at the Association Office. A residents’ forum is held after the exectutive session
at each meeting. The meeting agenda is posted on the bulletin board outside of the main
office. Board package material is available for residents to review at the Association Office and website.
COMMITTEE CONTACTS
Activities Committee Chair: Karen Elsbury - [email protected]
Building and Utilities Committee Chair: Suzanne Salva - [email protected]
Community Outreach Committee Chair: Janet Schrader - [email protected]
Covenants Committee Chair: Scott Buchanan - [email protected]
Finance Committee Chair: Margaret Foxwell - [email protected]
Greenspaces Committee Chair: Alex Lathers - [email protected]
Recreation Committee Chair: Lynn Humphries - 703-820-0543
Transportation and Land Use Committee Chair: Bob Gronenberg - [email protected]
The Newsletter deadline is the 10th of each month preceding publication month. Email editorial announcements, commercial and classified ads to: [email protected].
Publication of advertisements in no way implies an endorsement of the products or services by Parkfairfax Condominium Unit Owners Association or its Board. The opinions of columnists and letter
writers are their own and in no way reflect the opinions of Parkfairfax Condominium Unit Owners
Association or its Board.
Letters to the Editor of 150 words or less are welcomed from owners, mortgagees or residents of
Parkfairfax. It must be signed and include your unit address and phone number (address and phone
number will not be published) and submitted by the 10th of each month preceding publication.
Community Management Corporation (CMC)
Phone: 703-631-7200
Fax: 703-631-9786
www.cmc-management.com
4840 Westfields Boulevard, Suite 300
P.O. Box 10821
Chantilly, VA 20153-0821
Service Coordinator
Belinda Jones, ext 104
[email protected]
Receptionist
Beth Purdy, ext 100
[email protected]
HOURS:
Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
2nd Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
MAINTENANCE OFFICE:
Director of Operations
Alonzo Alexander
[email protected]
Maintenance Assistant
Loretta Samuels
[email protected]
1200 W. Glebe Road
Phone: 703-578-3427
Fax: 703-578-9785
HOURS:
Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
After Hours Emergency Number:
1-866-370-2977
Onsite Police Officer - Brian Fromm:
[email protected]
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May Board Meeting Highlights
• The Board approved the following Committee Liaisons:
Activities Committee – Susan Cox
Administrative Resolution Review Project Committee –
Rich Moha
Building & Utilities – Ralph Heinze
Community Outreach Committee – Anna Fernezian
Covenants Committee – Kathy Schramek
Finance Committee – Randy Sparks
Green Spaces Committee – Phil Saims
Recreation Committee – Jarrod Grimsley
Transportation & Land Use Committee – Robin Woods
• The Board approved a second pet application at
3239 Valley Drive.
• The Board approved a contract with Tibbs Paving in
the amount of $19,892 for pavement, mill and overlay at
the Martha Custis Pool parking lot.
• The Board approved the minutes from the April 22, 2015
Board meeting minutes.
PARKFAIRFAX’s OWN!
Allison
Vice maYor
silberberg
Democrat for
MAYor
of alexanDria
“a Voice of reason”
— The Honorable Patsy Ticer
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Parkfai e 1992!
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Residen
Any resident of Parkfairfax June reserve the Party Room.
Requests for reservations must be submitted for approval to
the General Manager and will be awarded on a first-come,
first-served basis.
Hours
The Party Room is available to rent during the day. The
lessee June begin entertainment preparation after
8:00 a.m. The room June be used until midnight, Sunday
through Thursday; and until 1:00 a.m. on Saturdays. The
Party Room June be used until 2:00 a.m. for New Year’s Eve
functions.
Fees
A prepaid security deposit of $200.00 and a rental fee of
$150.00 are required to rent the Party Room, along with
a copy of insurance coverage of $100,000 at the time of
reservation. The deposit will be returned within three weeks
of the date of the function, provided that there was no
damage done and no clean-up was required.
For more information call 703-998-6315 or stop by the
office.
Photo by Karen elliott Greisdorf
Party Room Rental Available
VOTE
JUNE
9 th
“We are all the temporary
stewards of this national treasure
called alexandria.”
— Vice Mayor Allison Silberberg
ENdORsEd by:
the Honorable Patsy ticer
Democrats for a Better alexandria
former School Board member eileen cassidy rivera
Paid for and Authorized
by Friends of
Allison Silberberg.
allisonsilberberg.com
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Covenants Corner
In order to allow our residents to continue to live harmoniously in this beautiful neighborhood the Association would
like to remind residents:
PET OWNERS:
• All dogs and cats must be leashed when outside. No
matter how adorable and cuddly they may be, or well
behaved. Even if your pet is trained to heal and always stay
at your side it is still unlawful to have them outside
unleashed. Shirlington has a wonderful dog park just
around the corner to give your Dog all the exercise they
crave and need. There are also several others nearby. And
don’t forget to always pick up after your pet.
Employee of the Quarter
Parkfairfax held its annual Employee Luncheon on Friday,
April 24, 2015. During the luncheon we were pleased to
announce the two employees of the quarter.
Duane Knight not only celebrated his 25 year anniversary as
part of the maintenance crew here at Parkfairfax but was also
titled employee of the quarter for his hard work and dedication.
Ed Davis joined the Parkfairfax maintenance crew in
September 2014 and has demonstrated his willingness and
ability to get the job done.
Please join us in congratulating both of these Parkfairfax
employees on a job well done.
PARKING RIGHTS:
There are two types of parking areas in Parkfairfax:
Association controlled and City of Alexandria controlled.
• Association controlled parking areas are located in common elements (a) on streets with names ending in “Lane’’
(including Holmes Lane, Lyons Lane, Fitzgerald Lane, and
Coryell Lane), (b) in cul-de-sac parking lots between
building, and (c) in the Association parking Jot on Valley
Drive, maintenance yard parking Jot, Martha Custis Pool
parking lot and building 401 parking lot.
• Parkfairfax residents are entitled to use available Association controlled parking areas. The Bylaws permit only one
vehicle per residence to park on the common element
parking spaces at any given time. The parking area, is on a
first-come-first-serve basis. An approved vehicle shall be
defined as any conventional passenger vehicle, motorcycle,
van, truck, or commercial vehicle less than six feet in
width and 18 feet in length. Vehicles must be parked so as
not to block ingress and egress to the sidewalks, parking
lot, or roadway.
• Residents and guests may park on City of Alexandria
controlled parking areas along the curb of all other streets
in Parkfairfax. Use of the City of Alexandria controlled
parking spaces are detailed in Alexandria City Code and
careful attention should be paid to Code Section 10-4-8
(No parking on city streets for more than 72 continuous
hours) and Section - I 0-4-37 (Penalties for failure to
procure and display current city license plate, windshield
tag or decal).
Covenants Committee Members Needed!
There are three seats open for appointment at the
June 17, 2015 Board Meeting. If interested, please
contact Sarah Clark at sclark@parkfairfax no later than
June 12, 2015.
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• We have installed new energy efficient LED flood lights at
the main office and all focal points. This was completed by
our staff.
Manager’s Corner
• Management is in the process of performing a community
wide lighting survey in conjunction with Dominion Power
and USA LED Corp. We are eligible for several rebate
programs.
• Staff completed the re-building of our greenhouse located
in the yard. We will now return to sprouting our own flowers and plants to be used throughout the property.
• Sidewalk and walkway repairs.
Busy times at Parkfairfax
With the recent opening of the pools I wanted to thank our
dedicated staff in the annual preparation prior to opening.
Our pools are just one of our many amenities here and I
think everyone should know what goes into getting them
ready each season.
Please remember that although the staff works diligently to
correct any problems, we still appreciate that you, the
residents, in calling in any issues or problems you may
encounter to the office (703) 998-6315.
We are looking forward to a great summer season and hope
you are too!
Mark Miller
General Manager
• Pre-inspections are done in April, all items that need
replacing or repair are noted.
• Locker and restrooms are opened and the stored furniture
is removed and placed outside.
• The furniture is cleaned and inventoried and any furniture
that cannot be repaired is replaced.
• Pool houses are painted, then cleaned and sanitized.
• Pool repairs are made. (Pool B was completely white
coated this year).
• Pumps and all related equipment are removed from
storage, serviced, connected and tested.
• Decks are power washed.
June USP Special: Toilet Replacement
(white, water saving)
Includes new seat, wax ring, supply tube, & bolts
• Gerber Toilet – $200
• Aqua Source Toilet (water saving model) – $210
• All safety equipment is checked, i.e. (first aid kits, eye
wash stations etc.).
We will begin and complete many other seasonal tasks
such as:
• Pressure washing the tennis courts.
• Installing new nets and wind screens at the tennis courts.
• Squaring up the volleyball courts, till and replenish the
sand and install new nets.
• Paving to begin: Drive into Pool A to the yard slated to be
milled and repaved and relined and striped.
• CLS completed the seasonal flower rotation at the focal
points.
• PKFX staff will clean and plant the beds at each pool.
• All PKFX focal signs will be cleaned, caulked and repainted.
Book Group: Wild
When: Tuesday, June 16, 7:00 p.m.
Where: The Party Room, 3360 Gunston Road
For June the group is reading Wild: >From Lost to Found on
the Pacific Crest Trail, Cheryl Strayed’s 2013 memoir of her
thousand-mile solo hike from from the Mojave Desert to
Washington State. From the publisher’s description: “Told
with suspense and style, sparkling with warmth and humor,
Wild powerfully captures the terrors and pleasures of one
young woman forging ahead against all odds on a journey
that maddened, strengthened, and ultimately healed her.”
The group meets on the third Tuesday of every month;
everyone is welcome. For information, contact
Emily Hovind ([email protected]).
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Parkfairfax Home Tour
The Parkfairfax Home Tour was a smashing success, with over 200 tickets distributed to our
residents. We were all inspired by the remarkable renovations and upgrades to the 6 beautiful homes
on display. Thank you to the homeowners and volunteers that made this event so successful!
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Azalea day
was a success!
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Covenants Corner – General Reminders
Just a friendly reminder that we all as residents of Parkfairfax
must do our part to maintain the cohesive, pleasant appearance
of our community. Owners and tenants are asked to be sensitive to the appearance of items that are visible to surrounding
units when planning changes to the exterior of a unit and
placing items on a stoop, porch, or anywhere around your unit.
•Rugs/carpets
Listed below is a portion of Administrative Regulation #2
which provides guidelines regarding the outside of your unit.
If you do not have a copy of the Administrative Regulation #2,
please stop by the office and obtain one. You can also find it on
the website at http://www.parkfairfax.info/about/governingdocuments/administrative-resolution/. It provides a multitude
of information regarding Parkfairfax rules and regulations.
• Bicycles, motorcycles or mopeds
Common Elements, Stoops, Porches, Porticos,
and Breezeways
Items left overnight on the General Common Elements
(which does not include the limited or reserved common
elements) shall constitute a violation and will be removed by
the Association, with notice, at the expense of the unit owner.
Nothing may be placed on the common elements which will
present an eyesore, hazard, cluttered appearance, or would
otherwise be disharmonious with the common elements.
Any items which are not properly maintained or are improperly
stored on the common element may be removed by the
Association, with notice, at the expense of the unit owner. Any
material or items that may be considered a hazard may be
removed immediately by the Association without notice.
Except for an express few, no items may be placed on the
common or limited or reserved common elements without first
obtaining approval. The following are examples of items that
will not be permitted to be installed or to be left on any part of
the general, limited, or reserved common element, unless
otherwise expressly approved by the Board of Directors. Such
Items will be removed by the Association, with notice, at the
expense of the unit owner.
• Permanently installed outdoor barbecues
• Monolithic concrete slab paving
• Empty flower pots and other gardening supplies and
equipment not in use
• Storage sheds
• Playhouses, dog houses or similar structures
• Free standing flag poles
•Campers/RV’s
• Boats (including canoes and kayaks)
•Tents/awnings
•Appliances
• Trash cans and recycling bins
• Furniture (other than outdoor lawn furniture)
• Excessive or poorly maintained outdoor lawn furniture
• Building materials
• Electronic insect traps
• Solar collectors
• Flammable materials, including gas, kerosene, or propane
tanks unless attached to a grill, etc.
• Wading pools
• Motorcycles or mopeds, except on lanes and cul-de-sacs
• Fire pits
All exterior changes or additions not specifically prohibited in
Section IV.B.2, require written application and approval.
Written specifications for most changes are available at the
Association Office.
The following are permitted without approval, on the stoops,
porches, breezeways and porticos:
• Potted plants.
• Statuary (natural, ceramic, unpainted, no more that 24” in
height).
• 1 grill per unit (not to exceed 45”in height and 27’ in width)
can be placed on the common element immediately adjacent
to a stoop, porch or portico when not in use, provided that
a grill cover is used or that the grill is concealed with shrubbery. When in use such grill may be placed directly on the
stoop, porch or portico.
• Chimineas are permitted, but cannot be within 10 feet of
combustible materials and cannot be placed within 15 feet
from the building and 4 feet from shrubs and trees and must
comply with City ordinance, subject to change by the City of
Alexandria.
• On stoops, outdoor furniture of a size appropriate to the
stoop. (Indoor furniture is not permitted on the stoops
overnight.)
• On breezeways, porticos and porches: 1 free standing swing,
or 1 bench, or 2 outdoor chairs and a table not to exceed
24” in diameter are permitted for each unit.
Should you have questions concerning covenants issues please
contact Covenants Director Jennifer Jett-Bowling at
703-998-6315 or via e-mail at [email protected]
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2015 POOL HOURS
Swimming Pools A, B & C will be open
Saturday, May 23, 2015
Below are the pool hours for the 2015 Season:
POOL ADDRESS:
Pool A – Opens May 23
1117 Martha Custis Drive
Pool B – Opens May 23
3715-3717 Lyons Lane
Pool C – Opens May 23
3314-3316 Coryell Lane
MON
TUES
WED
THURS
FRI
SAT
SUN
HOLIDAY
HOURS
3-9pm
3-9pm
CLOSED
3-9pm
3-9pm
10am9pm
10am9pm
10am-9pm
Noon8pm
Noon8pm
Noon8pm
Noon-8pm
CLOSED
11-8pm
11-8pm
11-8pm
CLOSED
Noon-8pm
Noon-8pm
Noon8pm
Noon8pm
Noon-8pm
Noon8pm
Noon8pm
(Parkfairfax photo access cards are required to enter the pool. If you don’t have a card, you may obtain one from the Association Office.
Access cards may not be active for accounts with outstanding balances).
1. The swimming pools are for the enjoyment of the residents and
occupants of Parkfairfax, who have a current facilities pass. The
Association accepts no responsibility for any accident of injury in
connection with such use or for any loss or damage to personal property.
7. You must take a cleansing shower before entering the pool or after using
the toilet. No one will be allowed to swim who has a cold, inflamed eye, a
cough, infection, or is wearing bandages. Only swimming suits may be
worn in the pool. Cut-off jeans and similar clothing may not be used.
2. By using the pool, you agree not to hold the Association liable or
responsible for any damages or injuries which you might sustain and,
furthermore, hereby agree to indemnify, reimburse and hold the
Association harmless from any and all costs, expanses, damages, or
injuries sustained by you or incurred by the Association as a result of your
use of the pool. Pool users agree to be bound by all provisions of the
Association, including those related to the use of the pool, and subject to
the Association's enforcement authority. All owners, residents, and guests
are responsible for their behavior and that of their tenants, residents,
occupants, lessees, invitees, children and guests.
8. Glass containers and breakable objects are not permitted in the pool
areas. Non-alcoholic beverages in non-breakable containers (plastic bottles,
cups made from paper, plastic or Styrofoam, or metal cans) in sizes not
larger than sixteen ounces (16 oz) will be allowed in the pool area during
regular pool hours. Containers for the storage of such beverages (such as
portable coolers) are permitted. Intoxicated persons will be denied access to
the pool area at all times. No facility to prepare or serve food is allowed on
the pool deck.
3. A current facilities pass is required to use the pool. Unaccompanied
guests must also present their sponsor's facility pass to gain access to the
pool.
10. No pets will be permitted in the pool or on or within the pool area.
4. Lifeguards are in charge of the pool and pool area at all times when the
pool and pool area is open and/or operational. All persons using the pool
must obey the lifeguards at all times and comply with all instructions,
directions, orders, and commands issued by the lifeguards designed to
promote the health and safety of the pool users or to enforce compliance
with the Associations rules and regulations. Non-compliance with the
lifeguards or violation of the Association's rules and regulations shall
subject any pool user to immediate ejection from the pool and pool area.
There may be other enforcement actions by the Association. The pool is
open for use only when the lifeguards are on duty and at their stations.
Pool users are to stay clear of the guard stations, and should not lounge
around the stations or obstruct the guard station or the check-in desk.
5. If you cannot demonstrate to the lifeguards that you can swim, you will
not be allowed in water over your head. The lifeguard may test your
swimming ability.
6. For safety reasons, children under the age of sixteen (16) years of age
must be accompanied by a resident sixteen (16) years of age or older to be
admitted to the pools and tennis courts. A children’s card (no photograph)
shall be requiredfor children between the ages of twelve (12) and sixteen
(16). Diaper age children must wear plastic pants to be permitted in the
pools.
9. Street shoes are not permitted on the pool deck.
11. Trash must be placed in approved containers. Please keep the pool,
deck and bathhouse areas clean.
12. No running, pushing, dunking, rough play, or profane language will be
allowed in the pool area. Standing or sitting on someone's shoulders or
spouting water and similar unhygienic actions are not permitted.
13. The use of kickboards, tubes, water wings, balls, or other items will be
allowed only if the lifeguard determines that such use will not endanger the
users of the pool. Only the lifeguard can make this decision, based on the
size and character of the crowd.
14. Suntan oil is not permitted in the pool. Please use a towel to cover your
lounge chair, especially if you are using tanning oils or sunscreens.
15. Anyone who is asked to leave and does not is guilty of trespassing and
subject to prosecution.
16. Any person who continues to violate a rule after being warned by a
lifeguard is subject to having their facilities pass withheld by the lifeguard
and forwarded to the General Manager, who will return it only after the
matter of the offending resident is discussed with the General Manager. The
rules and regulations of the Association will be enforced by the Manager,
violators will be subject the enforcement authority of the Association.
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Swim Lessons
Parkfairfax in conjunction with High Sierra Pools is offering swimming lessons this summer. If
you are interested in having your child participate, please visit our website www.highsierrapools.com for
more information and online registration or you can send an email to [email protected] or call
our office at 703-920-1750.
General Information
Each session is composed of eight lessons taught over two weeks; Monday through Thursday, with
Fridays reserved as make-up days. Each lesson lasts 30 minutes. All children must be at least 3 years old
to enroll in any swimming lesson. The deadline for signing up is one week before the start date of the
session. Payment will also be due by that time.
HSP offers the following types of lessons each session:
GROUP LESSONS - There is a minimum of four children needed in order to organize a group
and run group lessons. The maximum number of children per group is seven. The cost is $80 per
child.
SEMI-PRIVATE LESSONS - Semi-private lessons are offered for two students in a group.
These groups must be pre-arranged by parent(s). HSP unfortunately cannot organize these
groups. The cost is $140 per child.
PRIVATE LESSONS – One-on-one lessons for a single student. The cost is $280 per child.
SESSION 2
SESSION 3
SESSION 4
June 22nd
July 2nd
July 6th
July 16th
July 20th
end
SESSION 1
Beginning
Schedule
July 30th
August 3rd
August 13th
Martha Custis
time/day
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
9.00-9.30am
Dolphins/Sharks/
Private
Dolphins/Sharks/
Private
Dolphins/Sharks/
Private
Dolphins/Sharks/
Private
9.30–10.00am
Sea Turtles/Private
Semi-private
Sea Turtles/Private
Semi-private
Sea Turtles/Private
Semi-private
Sea Turtles/Private
Semi-private
10.00-10.30am
Nemos/Private/
Semi-private
Nemos/Private/
Semi-private
Nemos/Private/
Semi-private
Nemos/Private/
Semi-private
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Classifieds
HOME
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trim, moldings, cabinets, doors,
locks, attic stairs, interior and
exterior repairs, and installations.
Free estimates. Call Lat Jones at
202-270-6854.
Morning-Star Plumbing Plus
–With over 15 years Parkfairfax
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some electrical, tile work and much
more with the best rates in town!
No job too big or too small!
Call 703-869-7552 or
[email protected].
Licensed and insured contractors.
10% discount for veterans and
elderly.
Paint by Knight – Serving
Parkfairfax for over 15 years with
35 years of experience. Free
estimates on painting, plaster
repairs, texture, grout work,
window caulking, framing on
windows and doors. Most empty
units painted in 2 days. Call
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Chelsea Paint and Paper –
Professional, neat, clean, reliable,
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Interior painting, wallpaper
removal/hanging, drywall/plaster
repairs. 25 years of experience.
Licensed, bonded and insured.
Call Steve Chute at 703-912-1450
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Hunters Home Improvement
– Painting/Plastering - Color
Specialist - Refinishing Hardwood
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pricing on replacement windows great ideas and will take you
shopping - we care about doing a
great job - Kathleen Hunter 703-618-1967.
Baltic Construction – Home
improvement. Bathroom and
kitchen remodeling. Doors and
windows. Flooring: wood, tile,
marble. Drywall repair, finish.
Carpentry. Painting. Handyman
service. VA LLC #2405151499.
Discount for military and seniors.
[email protected].
www.balticconstruction.net.
949-289-3489.
Witt Construction – Kitchens,
baths, built-in cabinetry and design
consultation. Licensed/Insured.
703-626-6429.
[email protected]
Mario’s Home Improvement
– Interior and exterior painting.
Drywall and plaster repairs. Wall
paper removal. Carpentry. Electrical. Ceramic tile, complete kitchen/
bath. Free estimates. References
available. Over 16 years of experience. Mario Zambrana
703-501-7506 or
[email protected].
ELECTRICAL SERVICE – Parkfairfax resident master electrician
with over 30 years of experience
working in the community.
Electrical panel replacements with
whole house surge protection.
Lighting, fans, baseboard heaters.
Licensed, insured class A VA
Contractor. Visa and MasterCard.
Allegro LLC 703-314-1287.
[email protected].
MAXIMIZE YOUR SPACE – We
build custom wood items to utilize
your Parkfairfax unit including but
not limited to bookshelves,
bathroom racks, AC shelf/covers,
and indoor/outdoor tables that suit
your needs. We also restore and
repair wood items. Call Geoff at
703-785-9302 or send an email to
[email protected]
SERVICES
Computer Problem? Don’t
overspend to fix it. Free Estimate Evening Hours - On-Site Service.
We can handle anything computer
related. Cell (267) 250-0594
BeltwayPC.com
CHILD CARE
BABYSITTER: Call Kay, a retired
owner/resident with many references for infant and child care in
your home. Available for occasional
daytime care and for most evenings.
Can also do back-up for Day Care
or pick-up with proper paper work
and car seats. 703-379-9448
[email protected]
PET SERVICES
Pet & Plant Care by Gerri, LLC.
Reliable, loving care for your dogs,
cats, rabbits, birds, or fish. Pet
sitting, playgroups, walks, feedings,
medications. Indoor/outdoor plant
care. Established 1999 by 19-year
Bonjour! Do you have a French test Parkfairfax resident; bonded and
you need to pass? Are you going on insured. Competitive rates; flexible
a trip to France or a French-speakarrangements. Call 703-379-7719.
ing country? Has it always been
your dream to speak French? Please KRITTER KARE: Exclusively in
PKFX. Never worry about your
contact me, Melissa S. Kerley,
creature’s care in snow, ice, downPh.D. at 703-869-8826 or
pour or heat wave. I care mostly for
[email protected]
cats and will walk & feed dogs but
not on a daily basis (after work
HOUSE CLEANING
plans, etc) 9 yrs experience with
pills, insulin, fluids. Many
House Cleaning Services – 20 Years
references. Reasonable rates.
of experience, references available.
703-379-9448 or
We provide supplies and [email protected].
ment. Affordable prices. We are
family owned. Please call us for a
free estimate 703-200-6861,
REAL ESTATE
202-591-9104 or [email protected]
FOR RENT
B&A House Cleaning Services –
22 years of experience, excellent
references in all areas, specials in
Parkfairfax, reasonable prices. We
provide supplies and equipment.
Call for free estimate at
703-501-9007.
LANDSCAPING
Landscape Work – Mulching,
planting, weeding, pruning etc. Call
Juan Oliver (h) 703-590-9294 or
(c) 571-215-5152.
Beach House For Rent – Remodeled Outer Banks cottage has four
bedrooms, two baths, enclosed
outside shower and dressing room,
front and rear decks and a screened
dining porch. Next to tennis courts
and lake, 300 yards from one of the
“Ten Best Beaches on the East
Coast” (Washingtonian, 2003).
$1500 per week. Call Brigid at
703-931-2559.
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Spacious one-bedroom Adams
model for rent. Coveted Fitzgerald
Lane location; living room opens to
private outdoor space and beautiful
wooded area. Washer/dryer.
Available July 1, $1495. Call or text
703-998-1345
1 Bedroom unit for rent – end
unit 1 BR private patio fantastic
location very close to shirlington
pools, gym, DASH bus at door.
Easy parking in lot. Updated
kitchen and bath. Hardwood floors.
1 year lease. Available July 15.
Call 571-329-3935. Email:
[email protected]. $1595.
3428 Martha Custis Dr.
MONROE MODEL (1 bedroom),
Amazing remodeled kitchen. 21
Century large stackable washer/
dryer, granite countertops, new
cabinets. Ceiling fans. Beautiful and
peaceful green views. Contact The
johnANDjohn TEAM of RE/MAX
Allegiance at 703-820-9723 or visit
our website at www.Parkfairfax.com
for more info.
1641 Preston Road
WASHINGTON MODEL (2
bedrooms), For the outdoor lover,
this one has a porch in the front
and a patio in the back. Also has an
open kitchen, (the wall between the
3755 Gunston Road
living room and kitchen has been
LINCOLN MODEL (2 bedrooms), removed). Kitchen has granite
$1,895 per month. Great patio area. countertops and the washer/dry is
Updated kitchen and a washer/
on the bedroom level. Contact The
dryer. Available June 1st and it’s pet johnANDjohn TEAM of RE/MAX
friendly with a deposit. Contact The Allegiance at 703-820-9723 or
johnANDjohn Team of RE/MAX
take a look at our website at
Allegiance at 703-820-9723 for a
www.Parkfairfax.com for more info.
showing or look at the pictures at
3142 Martha Custis Drive
our website, www.Parkfairfax.com.
ADAMS MODEL (1 bedroom),
1407 Martha Custis Drive
Very neat and updated home with
$2,200. 1170 square feet.
an exposed brick wall, refinished
3 bedroom, 1 bathroom unit with
floors fresh paint and a washer/
washer/dryer, dishwasher, large
dryer combo unit. Outstanding
closets and wall to wall carpet
location. Contact The johnANDContact Sarah Clark 703-998-6315 john TEAM of RE/MAX Allegiance
or [email protected]
at 703-820-9723 or check out our
website at www.Parkfairfax.com for
more info.
REAL ESTATE
FOR SALE
3766 Gunston Road
WASHINGTON MODEL (2
1000 Valley Drive
bedrooms), You have to see to
JEFFERSON MODEL (1 bedroom),
believe the beautiful custom
Largest one bedroom model in
millwork going up the stairs! The
Parkfairfax. This beauty has granite
washer/dryer is on the bedroom
countertops, a washer/dryer, and
level. A great patio for summer
stainless appliances. Also a new air
grilling and so close to the footconditioner in the bedroom. Contact
bridge and the restaurants/shops/
The johnANDjohn TEAM of RE/
nightlife of Shirlington. Contact
MAX Allegiance at 703-820-9723
The johnANDjohn TEAM of RE/
or go to our website at
MAX Allegiance at 703-820-9723
www.Parkfairfax.com for more info.
or take a look at our website,
www.Parkfairfax.com for more info.
3301 Martha Custis Drive
LINCOLN MODEL (2 bedrooms), Great patio area for
entertaining. There is a washer/
dryer, refinished floors. The kitchen
has Silesstone countertops and a
newer refrigeratior. Contact The
johnANDjohn TEAM of RE/MAX
Allegiance at 703-820-9723 or
go to our website at
www.Parkfairfax.com for more info.
MISCELLANEOUS
Parkfairfax Parents Group – All
Parkfairfax parents are invited to
join the Facebook group Parkfairfax
Parents! Share information on the
best local doctors, kids events, and
child care solutions.
FOUND: Woman’s glasses: dark
rectangular frame with rhinestones
on outer edge.
Were found at the corner of Preston
& MC behind the sign, in a small
tree, on Apr. 6. Call 703-379-9448
to claim
WATER EXERCISE CLASS FOR
ADLUTS: Call now or email to
sign up for July and Aug. classes.
Mon. Wed. and/or Fri. 9:0010:00am at Coryell Pool. Cost is
base on number of members and is
to pay for the lifeguard. (usually
about $20 for one day a week for
8 weeks) Leader takes no pay.
703-379-9448 [email protected]
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TERRY RADER
SELLING AND RENTING PARKFAIRFAX
Setting the Gold Standard of Real Estate
“Mister Rader did a spectacular job from start to finish. He was on top of every detail
through closing. He went far beyond his professional responsibility”.
During my over forty years working in the real estate sales and mortgage banking industries, I
have worked with literally thousands of real estate agents; some professional some not. I have
bought and sold many properties over the years. I did not think it was possible to have a smooth
and painless transaction, until we found Terry Rader, the best I have ever encountered.
The property we just sold and closed on is located in Alexandria. It had been a rental property for
thirty years with very little maintenance. We were expecting a long and tedious ordeal. Terry
recommended a contractor to refurbish the unit who did a great job at a good price. We agreed on
a listing price but when Terry saw the results of the work, he thought we should list it for five
thousand more. Having researched comparable sales in the community, I was a little skeptical of
raising the price. Since increased asking price would not provide him a significant increase in
commission it was obvious he was just looking out for his client.
The property sold in two weeks. Many sellers think that a quick sale indicates that the list price
was too low. This is just not true. Property priced correctly should sell fast whereas an overpriced
property will frequently linger on the market and ultimately sell for less than it should have.
Mister Rader did a spectacular job from start to finish. He was on top of every detail through
closing. He went far beyond his professional responsibility. I am now retired and playing golf in
Florida. My only motivation for taking the time to write this testimonial is to recognize a level of
excellence I haven’t seen before. Thank you Terry! You definitely are the Gold Standard in real
estate sales.
Michael & Joan Roche
Terry Rader, Realtor
Long & Foster Real Estate
President’s Club
703-887-3735
[email protected]
“If you want to know the current value of your home
In today’s market please give me a call.”
NO COST
NO OBLIGATION
My Parkfairfax References are Available Upon Request
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY to us!!
Let’s celebrate with
FREE DOG WALKING!
My how time flies! It’s hard to imagine we opened Your Dog’s
Best Friends Playcare and Boarding facility TEN YEARS AGO.
And just a year ago, we launched The Dog Store, where you’ll
find everything a dog lover loves.
Thank you for your support! To celebrate these milestones,
we’d like to invite new dog walking clients to try our dog
walking services FREE OF CHARGE for one week. Give us a
call; you and your pooch will be glad you did! 703-566-1111
www.yourdogsbestfriends.com
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Just Listed in Palisade Garden * Offered for $330,000
2023 2023 North 21st Street, #28, Arlington, VA 22201
~Rarely Available TOP UNIT~
~2 levels, 2BRs + 1BA completely renovated condo home~
~GRANITE countertops, Italian tile floor, GE SS appliances~
~Dramatic floor to ceiling stone wood burning FP~
~Private, ROOFTOP TERRACE overlooks trees & views of DC~
Emelia Beltran, Broker
Karina Beltran Srebrow, Realtor
Lifetime NVAR Top Producer
Lifetime NVAR Top Producer
571-230-3789 cell
703-338-0665 cell
www.beltran-associatesrealty.com
Beltran & Associates Realty * 5317 Lee Hwy, Arlington, VA 22207
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Parkfairfax Condominium
Unit Owners Association
3360 Gunston Road
Alexandria, VA 22302
June 2015
Sunday
Monday
1
Tuesday
2
Beginning of FY16
7
Recreation Committee
Meeting
5 p.m.
8
Wednesday
3
Thursday
4
Activities Committee
Meeting
7:30 p.m.
Community Outreach
Committeee Meeting
7 p.m.
Management Search
Committee Meeting
7 p.m.
9
Covenants Committee
Meeting
7 p.m.
10
Newsletter Deadline
11
Management Search
Committee Meeting
7 p.m.
Friday
Saturday
5
6
12
13
Office Open
Walk-Ins Only
9 a.m.- 12 p.m.
Transportation & Land
Use Committee Meeting
7:30 p.m.
Large Item Pick up
14
15
Finance Committee
Meeting
7 p.m.
16
17
Book Club
7 p.m.
Execuive Session:
Board Orientation
6 p.m.
18
Management Search
Committee Meeting
7 p.m.
19
20
Summer Concert Series
6 - 8 p.m
25
Management Search
Committee Meeting
7 p.m.
26
27
3
4
10
11
Board Meeting
7 p.m.
21
22
23
Buildings and Utilities
Committee Meeting
7 p.m.
24
Green Spaces
Committee Meeting
7:30 p.m.
Large Item Pick up
28
29
30
1
2
Community Outreach
Committeee Meeting
7 p.m.
5
6
7
8
Management Search
Committee Meeting
7 p.m.
9
Activities Committee
Meeting
7:30 p.m.
Meetings are held at the Association office unless otherwise noted. Please call office to confirm if you have any questions. (703) 998-6315.
Office Open
Walk-Ins Only
9 a.m.- 12 p.m.