Our Trash….. - Lee`s Hill Community Website

June 2015
Our Trash…..
...is Lee’s Hill Lightning’s Treasure.
Details on Page 4
www.leeshillcommunity.com
Numbers You Should Know
ED SPRING, President (540)226-5130
[email protected]
Term: 2015
WWW.SPOTSYLVANIA.VA.US
Sheriff, Non-Emergency:
(540) 582-7115
KAREN ADAMS, Vice President (540) 710-6970
[email protected]
Term: 2013, 2014, 2015
Fire Department, Company #4:
(540) 898-0052
JOYCE SOLLERS, Treasurer (540) 693-1422
[email protected]
Term: 2014, 2015
Rescue Station #4:
(540) 898-1847
Animal Control:
(540) 507-7450
TERESA HARDY, Secretary (540) 834-4230
[email protected]
Term: 2014, 2015, 2016
Department of Utilities
(540) 507-7300
VICKI CROWDER, Director (540) 898-5590
[email protected]
Term 2015, 2016, 2017
Fredericksburg Main Post Office
(800) ASK-USPS
BERNADINE HAYES, Director (540) 282-9095
[email protected]
Term, 2015, 2016, 2017
Board of Supervisors
(540) 507-7010
Lee Hill District Supervisor, Gary Skinner
(540) 907-5719
MATT RIVELLESE, Director (540) 455-7090
[email protected]
Term: 2014, 2015, 2016
VDOT:
(540) 899-4288
AL THERIAULT, Director (540) 226-7196
[email protected]
Term: 2015, 2016, 2017
Rappahannock Electric
(540) 898-8500
CASSANDRA WELCH, Director (202) 380-7120
[email protected]
Term: 2014, 2015, 2016
County Waste
(540) 899-7722
BUDGET AND FINANCE
DENISE MACLANE, Chairperson
(540) 834-4284
SITE OFFICE
COMMUNICATIONS
MIKE ROBERTS, Chairperson
(540) 604-6763
LEE’S HILL COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
9901 OLD DOMINION PARKWAY
FREDERICKSBURG, VA 22408
COVENANTS
LARRY WEINBERG & KEITH NICHOLS, Co-Chairs
(540) 891-0582
(540) 891-0582 (phone)
(540) 898-5546 (fax)
www.leeshillcommunity.com
PROPERTY ENHANCEMENT
ALICE STRYKER, Chairperson
(540) 710-1820
Office Hours: M-F 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
RECREATION AND ACTIVITIES
DENISE MACLANE, Chairperson
(540) 834-4284
General Manager
MELISSA WINE, CMCA®, AMS®
[email protected]
WELCOME COMMITTEE
LESLIE RIVELLESE, Chairperson
(540) 891-2279
Assistant Manager
JUDY ROBERTS
[email protected]
NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH
Covenants Coordinator
TRACEY SMALLS (540) 232-9193
[email protected]
NON-EMERGENCY
(540) 582-7115
The mission of the Lee’s Hill Community Association and its
Board of Directors is to preserve and enhance property values
by promoting community pride, encouraging community involvement, maintaining common facilities and fostering a
sense of unity and community spirit among the residents of
Lee’s Hill.
- Adopted by the Board of Directors, May 5, 1998
CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS
CARDINAL MANAGEMENT GROUP, INC.
4330 Prince William Parkway, Suite 201
Woodbridge, VA 22192
Phone: (703) 569-5797
Fax: (703) 866-3156
www.cardinalmanagementgroup.com
Community Manager:
Shirley J. Klocek, CMCA®, AMS®
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MEETING NOTICE
Board Meeting
Appeals/Hearings Meeting
Wednesday
June 3, 2015
7:00 P.M.
South Community Center
Tuesday
June 9, 2015
7:00 P.M.
South Community Center
All RESIDENTS ARE WELCOME
TO ATTEND!
If you are scheduled for a hearing or
if you have an appeal and/or
request on the agenda, please
arrive by 7:00 p.m.
If you would like to address the Board,
please be sure to sign up by 7:00 p.m.
EACH SPEAKER WILL BE ALLOWED 3
MINUTES TO ADDRESS THE BOARD
Want to Make Exterior Changes
to your Home?
While there are changes you can make to your
home and property without prior approval from
the Covenants Committee, the majority of
changes require prior approval. If you are unsure if you need approval for your project, please
contact the on-site office at 891-0582.
The Covenants Committee meets the 2nd
Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the
South Community Center to review applications.
The deadline for submitting applications for exterior changes is the 25th of each month, for review at the next month’s meeting (i.e. the deadline for the July 8th meeting is June 25th).
For applications, or questions about the application process, please contact Tracey Smalls at
(540) 232-9193 or email
[email protected]
Please contact the management office at
540-891-0582 with any questions.
3RD QUARTER ASSESSMENT
REMINDER
DUE JULY 1ST, 2015
There are three ways you can make your payments:
1. Drop it off at the South Community Center
Management Office
Monday—Friday 8:30 a.m.—5:00 p.m. or
drop it in the drop box located directly outside the
entrance to the South Community Center
2. Mail it to:
Lee’s Hill Community Association
Cardinal Management Group, Inc.
P.O. Box94857
Las Vegas, NV 89193-4857
3. Make your payment online at
www.cardinalmanagementgroup.com
(keep in mind there is a small service fee for this type of
payment)
Remember to make your payment
before July 10th.
“Our Trash is Lee’s Hill Lightning's Treasure"
The photo on the front cover is a starting block used by swimmers as they begin swimming - either in practices or at official swim meets. The Lee's Hill community has a very active swim team filled with the youth
of our communities. They practice and hold their swim meets at our North Community pool each summer
and are generally self supporting.
Earlier this year, the swim team approached the Lee's Hill Board of Directors asking us to consider funding
permanent swim starting blocks as opposed to the portable, older ones that have been in use for a very long
time and are becoming unusable. For safety and aesthetic reasons, the BOD voted to approve the starting
blocks.
It is noteworthy to inform the community that the money that will be rebated to Lee’s Hill from County
Waste for our recycling efforts will be used toward the purchase of the starting blocks. Starting in August,
2013, we negotiated a deal with County Waste where they would pay our community $20 per ton for every
ton of recycled material that is collected each week. As of April, 2015, we have received $15,114.00 - just
for putting trash in a different container than we are used to.
County Waste estimates that approximately 80% of our homes recycle. However, compared to similarly
sized communities, they estimate that we recycle 50 percent less than those communities. Purchasing these
starting blocks is proof of what we can achieve as a community with very little effort on our part. If everyone would make a conscientious effort to check their empty product containers for the recycle symbol, collapse their cardboard boxes and place them in the recycle container instead of the trash can, we could make
many more improvements to the community with ZERO cost to the residents. It's simple. We pay to take
trash to the dump. We get paid for recycling.
Recycling containers come in different sizes just like our trash containers. If you would like a bigger recycling container or if you do not have one and would like to join us in recycling, please call Judy at the office
at 540-891-0582 to have one delivered to your home.
Good luck to the Lee’s Hill Lightning on your 2015 season!
Respectfully,
Karen Adams, Vice President
Lee Hill Board of Directors
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Lunch with the
Greens
On-Site
Notary
Butternut & Blue
7610 Heths Salient Street
Suite 104
Spotsylvania, VA
(near the new Courthouse)
For your convenience, there is a
notary available at our
on-site office at the
South Community Center.
Tuesday, June 9th, 2015
12:00 p.m.
Please contact Judy Roberts at
540-891-0582 to schedule an
appointment for your
notary needs.
RSVP by June 6th to
Lucille Covic 540-710-0120 or
Ruth Erivst 540-891-5288
NOTE: SEPARATE CHECKS
Please note that notary services are not
available during pool pass hours.
CRIER DELIVERY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
We need volunteers to deliver the Crier the first of each month
to the following areas:
Germanna Point II
Matti Hill Court
&
Germanna Point Back Section
This would be a great opportunity for
students to earn community service hours!!
If you would like to volunteer please
contact the on-site office at 540- 891-0582.
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Director’s Message…
Greetings Lee’s Hill Residents!
I have been a Director for the Lee’s Hill Community Association for five months now, and the journey has
been gratifying. Of our nine Board members, I have witnessed commitment, diligence, and compassion as we
all strive to maintain and improve our large community. I am impressed by the communal knowledge base,
and feel privileged to be a part of this dedicated team, and am honored with the confidence and support from
so many of you during our elections. Thank you, and I will do my best to uphold your wishes and dreams for
our beautiful community.
Caveat: we need to know your wishes and dreams. I encourage each and every one of you to attend a Board
meeting as often as you get a chance. Sometimes the meetings can be a tad dry or dull, but they can also be
lively and spirited. No matter, your Board strives to optimize Lee’s Hill in so many ways, and these meetings
are your chance to voice your feelings, your objectives, your objections, or anything you deem important.
With the exception of January and November, we meet the first Wednesday of every month at 7:00 p.m. in the
South Community Clubhouse. In January, the Board holds their Annual Planning Session, and in November,
the Annual Meeting, both of which I also encourage you to attend. We love to see your faces; we welcome
your presence, so come be with us as we convene and work for YOUR community. You don’t even have to
stay for the entirety. We just enjoy knowing that our constituents really care about their neighborhoods, and
we can do an even better job for you.
As for cleanup in our neighborhoods, we could do better. Understood that people work hard at their jobs,
come home to raising families, and all the extras that are constantly popping. But as I walk the streets, I see
far too many trash cans still at the curb. And let’s face it, they are way ugly. Please, just haul in those cans to
out-of-sight locations. Plus you don’t want to get gigged by the covenants crew. We, as a community, should
always be proud of ourselves and of each other, which we can achieve with just taking that extra little step to
beautify our homes and surroundings. And of course it goes without saying to keep that poop picked up.
Nothing worse than traipsing through dog dung, especially if we drag it unknown into our garage or house. If
you have a dog on a leash, you should always have a baggie; no exceptions. All of us thank you for being responsible pet parents and obeying these absolute rules.
On a safety note: let your neighbors know when you are out of town. Were a prowler to be casing the joint,
and return masquerading as contractors to do their dirty work, no one would be the wiser if you don’t convey
the information. Also consider forming a Neighborhood Watch, which have proven to be effective deterrents
against crime. Also, pay attention to your garage clicker: if it could be accessible from your car in your driveway, a criminal could potentially have access to your home. The bad guys are definitely out there.
In closing, remember that summer is essentially here, the pools are open, and kids will be out and about as of
the 2nd week in June. Be extra careful and vigilant. Do not trust children to obey any rules or follow their
teachings. Even though it might not be your fault whatsoever, damaging a child will haunt you for life, so
keep it slow, under 25MPH, and be aware at all times.
Wishing you a bright and joyous summer. Enjoy YOUR Lee’s Hill and all its special amenities!
Vicki Crowder
Director
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Manager’s Message…
It’s hard to believe, but summer is just around the corner. Schools will soon be letting out and the kids will
be out and about in the community. This year, the Lee’s Hill Lightning Swim team has graciously
volunteered to organize and run the Annual Summer Splash pool party. The event will be held at the South
Pool on Friday, June 12th from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. There will be games, prizes, music, and cool treats.
There will be no pre-registration this year, so you will just need to pay $2.00 per child, at the gate. Please be
aware that you will need to have your pool pass for this event. If you’ve not yet obtained your 2015 passes,
you may do so on Tuesdays and Thursdays from noon to 4:00 p.m., all summer long. We would like to
thank the Swim Team, as this year’s event would not be possible without them!
The Board has recently approved several upgrades and improvements for the community. The South tennis
courts will be getting a makeover. The courts will be resurfaced, using a synthetic surface. The new
surface, called Nova ProBounce, has received great reviews and is a long-term “crack-free” surface. In
addition, the fence around the courts will be replaced. Once the work is scheduled, we will post notices on
the community website and Facebook page, post notices at the courts, and will send out a blast email. The
re-surfacing is expected to take approximately 2 weeks to complete, depending on the weather. While we
know it will be a bit of an inconvenience, we appreciate your patience as we work to improve the
community. The North tennis courts and fencing were also inspected and Management is looking into
whether some minor repairs will be needed. If the North courts do require repairs, a notice will be posted on
the community website and a blast email will be sent out, once any required repairs are scheduled.
The South Community Center will also be getting a bit of a facelift. The Board has approved renovations
that include new lighting, ceiling fan and laminate flooring in the meeting room and new lighting in the
hallway. In addition, the women’s restroom will be enlarged and both restrooms will be updated with new
lighting fixtures, baseboards, countertops and the addition of baby changing tables and electrical outlets.
Drywall repairs will be made in the meeting room, restrooms and hallway, and all will receive a fresh coat
of paint. The Board previously expressed interest in a possible expansion of the North
Community Center. If, for any reason, it cannot be expanded, renovations will be recommended.
As the weather has warmed up and the grass is growing, I would like to remind residents that lawns need to
be maintained on a regular basis. Grass should be cut regularly throughout the summer to ensure the grass
height does not exceed six (6) inches. One of the most frequent complaints we receive during the summer
months is that a resident has allowed their grass to grow too tall. Mowing your grass on a regular basis will
help keep your neighbors happy, prevent you from receiving a violation notice, and could help keep snakes
and other rodents away from your home.
I would also like to take a moment to remind residents that the feeding of animals outdoors is prohibited in
Lee’s Hill. This includes leaving food dishes outside for the purpose of providing a food source to any
animals, domestic pets or otherwise. Placing food outdoors for domestic animals can have unintended
consequences, such as attracting rodents or other wild animals, such as skunks, coyotes or raccoons, to your
property and neighborhood.
As always, if you have questions, concerns, ideas, or suggestions, please feel free to contact me. I can be
reached by phone at 540-891-0582 or by email at [email protected].
Warmest Regards,
Melissa M. Wine, CMCA®, AMS®
General Manager
June 2015
Lee’s Hill
55 Club News
On June 17th Meghann Cotter, executive servant leader for Micah Ecumenical Ministries, which help the
homeless to find a way to permanent housing, will be our guest speaker. Currently, Micah is hoping to
expand their facilities and their services. They have run into city laws which need to be adjusted according
to Fredericksburg managers, which could cause additional costs and delays in Micah's attempts to move into
larger quarters. Our meeting will begin at 7:00 PM in the Lee’s Hill South Clubhouse. Plan to attend this
extra special meeting, refreshments will follow the presentation.
For those of you 55 and over who are new to Lee's Hill, we invite you to join our organization. The purpose
of the Club is organized for social, charitable and educational functions. Our objectives are to provide an
opportunity for members to become acquainted with other members of the same age in our community. We
provide a social atmosphere of friendliness, goodwill and helpful information to members. And we promote
local charitable and civic causes. Please contact our Membership Director Steve Scheibe at 540-891-1378.
Social Activities
June will be busting out all over as we board the bus on June 25th to travel north to Bethesda Music Center
at Strathmore for an unforgettable afternoon of entertainment. Our first stop will be Mrs. K's Toll House
Restaurant for lunch. Mrs. K's is an historic country inn built in 1930. It is an antique filled American
Eatery. Lunch choices will appear in the 55 Club Newsletter. We will be entertained by the famous
Mormon Tabernacle Choir. It is not often the renowned choir comes to the East Coast. President Ronald
Reagan gave the group the name "America's Choir". Formed in 1847, the choir is world famous and
instantly recognizable. Don't miss this rare opportunity to hear the choir in person. The all inclusive price is
$154.00. The trip is currently full, but we always maintain a waiting list.
In lieu of our regular July meeting we will be enjoying a Wednesday matinee performance of "The Wedding
Singer" on July 15th. “The Wedding Singer” takes a look back at the time hair was big, greed was good,
collars were up, and a wedding singer might just be the coolest guy in the room. Robbie Hart is New Jersey's
favorite wedding singer. When his fiancé unexpectedly leaves him at the altar, heartbroken Robbie is forced
to reexamine the meaning of love and marriage with the help of Julia, a waitress from one of his wedding
singing venues. This show promises to be a great "feel good "summer musical. Total cost for this event is
$52.00, tax and gratuity included. The doors open at 12:30 PM with seating beginning at 1:00.
On Aug. 26th we will travel to the Swift Mill Creek theatre in Chesterfield for lunch and the comedy "Dixie
Swim Club”; more info to follow for this event.
Reservations for all events must be made by phoning or emailing Bertha O'Connor at 540-898-1132,
[email protected]. Checks made payable to the Lee’s Hill 55 Club must be mailed to Brenda Richardelli
9208 Glascow Drive Fredericksburg VA 22408
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June 2015
Community Newsletter
10200 Old Dominion Pkwy
Fredericksburg, VA
Visit our Website for more news and information!!!
www.leeshillgc.com
540-891-0111
Jr. Golf Camp
It’s time to sign up for Jr. Golf Camp! The camp dates, form and information are on line at www.leeshillgc.com. Go to the tab for
Jr. Golf Camp and download the form, fill out completely and turn into the pro shop or fax to 540-891-5258.
Saturday, July 4, 2015- Flag Day Tournament
Open to all players. Sign up in the pro shop or call 540-891-0111.
Skirmish on the Hill
Skirmish on the Hill will be played on Fridays at 3pm. You can always check to see what time the Skirmish is played and get details as to how you can sign up by calling 540-891-0111.
Lee’s Hill Wednesday Ladies League
The Ladies League is set up so that ladies of all abilities (beginners included) will be able to have fun and have an opportunity to
win a prize. This is a perfect opportunity to come out; enjoy the company of other women, the weather, and the beautiful scenery
here at Lee’s Hill. Interested? We hope that you will be able to join us.
Most golf outings are fundraisers and will welcome your participation.
There are a few tournaments on the calendar that will welcome our members, friends and families to participate in. These tournaments will be posted in our foyer, listed on line or you can email or call Cindi or Jamie.
Playing in any of these tournaments is a great way to support our community and have fun at the same time. Remember they
also welcome sponsorships; another great way to get your company information out to the community at a fraction of advertising
costs.
Tuesday Night 9 Hole League
This league will be a twilight 9 hole league with a 5 pm shotgun start every Tuesday. Anyone interested in playing in this league,
please call or sign up outside the Proshop. Exciting year end prizes. Reservations are a must. 540-891-0111.
Range Closing
The Driving Range will close on Wednesdays at 5:30 pm for maintenance and clean up.
Speed Limit 25 mph
We have been asked by the community association to remind all golfers to adhere to the 25mph speed limit on Old Dominion
Pkwy.
Two Person Best Ball, Saturday, May 2nd, Results:
Flight A-1st Place: Bob Davis & Gary Stefaniga 65. 2nd Place: Ron Hake & Rick Gray 67, 3rd Place: Paul Lindblad & Paul
Colopy 69.
Flicht B- 1st Place: Andrew Sites & Brenda Sites 71, 2nd Place: Skip Donaldson & Pete Needham 71, 3rd Place Scott Perry & Ray
Vinagro 72.
Flight C- 1st Place: Carl Childress & Jerry Clift 75, 2nd Place Stan Greetham & Larry Rupert 76, 3 rd Place: Joe Veno & Vince
Dodd 78. CTP #7 Al Yenyo 9’3/4” . CTP #14 Rob Carroll 7’2”
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Working together to make Lee’s Hill a clean & beautiful
community we all want to live in.
CIGARETTE BUTT ISSUES
It is becoming an ongoing issue that
cigarette butts are being left all over
the community; on residents’ properties, on the common areas, and on totlots.
Please keep in mind that Lee’s Hill is a
community that prides itself on being a
clean and well maintained community
and we need everyone to do their part
to keep it that way.
Thank you.
PET WASTE ISSUES
As stated in the
Lee’s Hill Declaration Section 8.2 (a)
No waste will be committed on the
Common Area.
We have received numerous calls regarding
residents not picking up their pet’s waste
throughout the Community common areas and
even on others residents’ private property.
Please ensure that when you leave your home
with your pet, even for a short walk, that you
have the proper materials to pick up your pet’s
waste and dispose of it properly.
Thank you all for your attention to this matter.
We all strive to live in a community that is
clean and well maintained.
Summer Splash
Friday, June 12th
2 p.m.—5 p.m.
South Side Community Center
Games, prizes, music and cool treats
$2 per child at the door
(Please remember to bring your pool pass)
Thank you to the Lee’s Hill Lighting Swim team for facilitating the summer splash
this year. Without them there would be no summer splash party this year!
No rain date
Wednesday, April 1, 2015, Board of Directors Meeting Summary
I. Welcome: President Spring welcomed all residents in attendance at 7pm.
II. Guest Speakers (Economic Development)
- Duncan Cameron, along with other licensed realtors from his firm that were residents of Lee’s Hill, provided information to aid the
Board in evaluating the value of our homes within the community. He stated it was hard (as a realtor) to pull up Lee’s Hill information. Another representative stated this was controlled by the Spotsylvania County Planning and Development Committee and provided a point of contact that this could be addressed to. He and his staff recommended considering a gated community; amenities,
and keeping them maintained; pedestrian friendly streets; safety/security; common area provisions and proper maintenance; landscaping; and trash in streets which was a negative.
- Mark Smith was licensed in real estate development and a member of the county’s Economic Development Authority. His recommendations were for a family friendly pool area that included the tot areas; sidewalks on main streets that lead to our amenities (i.e.,
pool, tennis courts); street lights on main streets; putting in a turf field or possibly a footsol court which is more expensive but a possible selling tool when competing with the soon to come 3,000 homes being built. He also encouraged us to stay in good communication with Gary Skinner who is not only our Lee’s Hill Board of Supervisor representative, but a Lee’s Hill resident as well.
III. Call to Order: President Spring called the meeting to order at 7:47pm.
IV. Roll Call: The following board members were present, establishing a quorum:
Karen Adams
Vicki Crowder
Teresa Hardy
Bernadine Hayes
Matt Rivellese
Joyce Sollers
Ed Spring
Al Theriault
Cassandra Welch
V. Approval of Agenda: Director Adams MOVED and Director Crowder SECONDED the approval of the agenda. The motion
PASSED unanimously (9-0).
VI. Approval of Meeting Minutes: Director Sollers MOVED and Director Hayes SECONDED the approval of the minutes. The
motion PASSED unanimously (9-0).
VII. Officers’ Reports.
President Spring – Nothing to report
Vice-President Adams – Addressed inferences in Director Welch’s Directors Message in the April 2015 Crier. She requested the
minutes reflect that this Board has never had an automatic contract rollover. All contracts are reviewed and voted on. As an elected
democracy, the Board has and always will act in the best interest of this community
Secretary Hardy – Nothing to report.
Treasurer Sollers – Nothing to report. On behalf of the Property Enhancements Committee, she wanted to address that she had been
throughout our community and wanted to be sure and congratulate Alice Stryker as the chairperson, for her diligence and hard work.
VIII. Directors’ Reports:
-Director Hayes asked about tot lot areas on the North side of Lee’s Hill that no longer had baby swings. She said these lots used to
have one but they were vandalized and taken down. The residents are asking they be replaced. Judy Roberts said CMG was looking
into this to ensure we were in compliance with safety guidelines. Director Hayes also requested the North side have dog poop signs
posted on the streets as well.
Director Crowder – Nothing to report
Director Rivellese – Apologized for prior absences due to work related issues and thanked the speakers who came to address us. He
voice concerns over the roofing issues within The Greens and concurred that the Board should curtail requests to the management
group.
-Director Theriault provided an update to the culvert problem. Nothing continues to be known at this time as to who will assume
responsibility but Gary Skinner had been out to look at it. He said he and Larry Weinberg had dug a trench around the culvert to aid
water movement.
-Director Welch stated the “inferences” referenced by Vice President Adams in Director Welch’s April report were not inferences,
but actually happened during Director Welch’s tenure on the Lee’s Hill Board.
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April 1st, Board of Directors Meeting Summary Continued
IX. Standing Committee Reports
Budget & Finance – Chairman MacLane stated she enjoyed the CMG CFO presentation. She also welcomed all to the B&F
meetings held every 3rd Tuesday of the Monday
Communications – Not in attendance
Covenants – Larry Weinberg recommended something more be placed in The Crier to identify application deadlines
Property Enhancements – Not present but Director Sollers addressed this committee in her report
Recreation – Chairman MacLane stated she was excited about the swim team hopefully volunteering and stated there would be a
meeting on April 21st to discuss/plan recreational activites.
Welcome – Approximately 4 new residents received welcome baskets
X. New Business –
Director Welch MOVED and Director Crowder SECONDED to revisit researching collection alternatives in an effort to identify a
more economic method of collecting monies, which would have a higher rate of return on investment. The motion PASSED unanimously (9-0). President Spring tasked Director Welch to look further into this.
Director Hayes MOVED and Director Adams SECONDED to open for discussion, the cost of sending quarterly assessment invoices,
as well as less expensive alternatives. Director Hardy made a friendly amendment to use coupon books beginning Jan 1, 2016. Director Hayes accepted the friendly amendment. The motion PASSED unanimously (9-0).
Director Welch MOVED and Director Crowder SECONDED to require all contracted service providers that meet or exceed
$100,000 annually, undergo a performance management review annually by the Board of Directors, with input from owner outreach
two way communication. The motion FAILED (2-7 with Directors, Spring, Adams, Hardy, Sollers, Crowder, Theriault and Rivellese opposed)
A friendly amendment was made by Director Sollers to place something in the Criers to garnish residential feedback. The parliamentarian stated that a friendly amendment could not be made to a motion without action/failed.
Director Hardy MOVED and Director Theriault SECONDED to approve the lease of a postage machine from Neopost for a cost of
$29.95 per month for a period of 36 months, to commence on October 1, 2015. The motion PASSED unanimously (9-0).
Director Adams MOVED and Director Hayes SECONDED to approve the request submitted by the Lee’s Hill Lightning Swim
Team for use of the North Pool for home meets on Wednesday, June 17 th, Wednesday, July 1st and Monday, July 15th. In the event
of inclement weather, the meet will be held the following day. The motion PASSED unanimously (9-0).
Director Hardy MOVED and Director Crowder SECONDED to approve the Swim Team’s request for the Association to purchase
and install starting blocks at the North Pool at a cost not to exceed $18,000. The motion PASSED unanimously (9-0).
XI. Executive Session
Director Adams MOVED and Director Theriault SECONDED to move into Executive Session at 9:25pm to discuss a legal matter.
The motion PASSED unanimously (9-0).
Director Hayes MOVED and Director Hardy SECONDED to come out of Executive Session at 9:58pm. The motion PASSED
unanimously (8-0 Director Welch had to leave the meeting before its conclusion due to an early morning work commitment).
Legal Matter - Director Sollers MOVED and Director Theriault SECONDED to direct Whiteford, Taylor and Preston to not appear
at the scheduled motion for WTP Account #082413.00545. The motion PASSED unanimously (8-0).
XII. Adjournment: Director Hayes MOVED and Director Hardy SECONDED to adjourn the meeting at 10:04pm. The motion
PASSED unanimously (8-0).
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The Lee’s Hill
on-site
Management
office will be closed
Friday, July 3rd in
observance of
Independence Day.
Fourth of July Party
2 p.m.—5 p.m.
South Pool
FREE to ALL
Lee’s Hill Homeowner
(Please remember to bring your
pool pass)
Music
Hot Dogs
Snow Cones
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Lee's Hill Lightning Swim Team
Summer 2015 Schedule
Greetings from the Lee’s Hill Lightning Swim Team!
Summer is finally here! The Lee's Hill Lightning Swim Team began their evening practice schedule on May 26 and we will begin
our morning practice schedule on Monday, June 15. Don't worry though, you can still register to be on the team through Wednesday, June 17. Registration forms are available on the website: www.golightning.org. Or it's already printed for you in last month’s
Crier!
We have several new swimmers/families this year! Welcome!! We are excited to have new team members! We kicked this year
off to a great start at our Ice Cream Social which always means a fun and exciting season.
If you’re not on the team, we still invite you to come to the north pool to cheer for the team.
Our home meet schedule is as follows:
June 11 from 4-9 pm (this is our mock meet -a practice run for swimmers and volunteers)
June 17 vs. Spotsylvania YMCA beginning at 4:30 PM
July 1 vs. College Heights beginning at 4:30 PM
July 15 vs. Grafton beginning at 4:30 PM
Thank you to all the north pool neighbors for your patience during these meets. If you experience any difficulty or problems related to the meet, please let us know, as soon as possible, so we can correct any issues. We can be reached at all times by email at
[email protected].
We also want to give a shout out to all the parents of the swimmers! The team requires approximately 2500 hours of volunteer
time to make all the meets happen! Some of the jobs at a swim meet require training; this is provided by the RSL. It is vital to the
success of the team to have parents trained as Starter, Referee, Stroke & Turn, Scorer, Head Timer and Clerk of Course. Each of
our great families are required to volunteer 3 whole meets or 6 half meets each season to support the team! Thank you from the
LHST Board! We appreciate your time, talent and commitment to the team! We still have opportunities to get trained by the RSL
(Rappahannock Swim League) for some of the specialized volunteer positions. Without volunteers in these positions, the meets
cannot be held, so please consider being trained. There will be training sessions held in various facilities in the community, including our very own Lee’s Hill South Pool! The complete training schedule includes:
2015 Training Dates
Tuesday 12 May, 6:30 p.m. at Spotsylvania YMCA
Wednesday 20 May, 7:00 p.m. at King George YMCA
Tuesday 26 May, 7:00 p.m. at Hampton Oaks
Saturday 30 May, 9:00 a.m. at Fawn Lake
Saturday 6 June, 9:00 a.m. at Country Club
Wednesday 10 June, 6:30 p.m. at Leeland Station
NO MAKE UP SESSIONS WILL BE HELD
The team continues to welcome sponsors from families and local businesses. If you want to support a positive activity, consider
the Lee’s Hill Lightning Swim Team! We have many levels of sponsorship. Additional information can be found on our website
under the sponsor tab. Sponsors allow us to keep registration fees down and provide a quality program for our swimmers.
To help families stay informed throughout the season, our website will keep all the information updated regarding the team. Remember, we also have a Blog and a Facebook page. These are in addition to emails team members receive. So LIKE us on our
Facebook group - “Lee’s Hill Lightning Swim Team” and visit our website – www.golightning.org. See you all at the pool!!
Go Lightning!
Shari Denecke
[email protected]
540-220-3085
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Summer Safety Tips for Kids
The final school bell has rung, the pencils and notebooks are packed away and the kids are ready for some summer fun! Children
love the hot summer months, because they provide the perfect opportunity to spend lots of time outside. Whether it’s swimming in
the pool, hiking through the woods, taking long walks, or going for a bike ride, there is something for everyone, no matter how
young or old.
We hope that everyone enjoys this special time of year, but we want to also remind parents that there are potential dangers during
the summer months, and it’s important to be aware of what they are. The more information one learns about how to prevent illnesses
and injuries, the less likely they will occur.
There are many areas to cover when it comes to summer safety, and we’ll review just a few here. Please keep in mind that this is a
brief list of tips. For more information check out the web sites recommended at the end of this article.
Tick Bites
Ticks are responsible for a variety of illnesses including Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever. These diseases can be
very serious. Learn ways to protect your family. Some suggestions include:
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protective clothing (long sleeves, long pants, tucking pants into socks)
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calling the doctor for any concerns and questions
tick/bug repellant
insect repellant for pets
staying in the center of paths, keeping away from overgrown areas and not sitting directly on the ground
performing tick checks on all family members every day
being aware of signs/symptoms of tick-related illnesses
Helmet Safety
 An appropriate helmet must be worn whenever a child is “on wheels.” This means bicycles, scooters, skates, rollerblades, skateboards and more!
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Helmets can be life saving and can protect a child from serious injury.
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Moms and dads should wear helmets as well.
Be sure the right type of helmet is being used. For example, a bike helmet needs to be used for biking.
Pedestrian Safety
 Teach children to walk, not run, across the street.
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Children should cross only with an adult or an older, responsible child.
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Adults always need to set a good example!
Whenever crossing the street, try to make eye contact with any drivers nearby, to be sure they see you.
Teach children to avoid running out from between parked cars.
Use sidewalks whenever possible.
Always hold your child’s hand near any moving or parked vehicles.
Water Safety
Adult supervision is of paramount importance. Parents need to focus on their children 100% of the time. No distractions!
 Practice “touch supervision” (a term used by the American Academy of Pediatrics). This means that at all times, the supervising
adult is within an arm’s length of the child being watched, when near or in the water.
 Remember, no child or adult is “drown proof.”
Keep in mind that children can drown in many different water sources including: bathtubs, toilets, buckets, baby pools,
backyard swimming pools, community pools, streams, creeks, lakes, rivers, oceans and other places.
Sun Protection
 Avoid sun exposure during peak sun hours (10 AM – 6 PM).
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Wear protective clothing and a wide brimmed hat and sunglasses (with 99-100% UV protection).
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Summer Safety for Kids continued
Sunscreen is a must (on sunny and cloudy days)! Look for products with UVA and UVB protection and an SPF of at least 15
(according to the American Academy of Pediatrics and American Association of Dermatology).
 Sunscreen should be applied liberally 30 minutes before going out in the sun, and reapplied every two hours or sooner if swimming, sweating or toweling off.
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Look for shade whenever possible.
Poison Ivy, Oak and Sumac
 It’s the oil from the leaves of these plants that cause the potential allergic reaction.
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Consider wearing protective clothing to help decrease the amount of exposed skin.
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It’s also helpful to keep a first aid kit in the car and one to bring on trips.
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Children (and adults) must remember to drink.
Learn how to recognize what poison ivy, oak and sumac look like, so that they can be avoided.
Avoid bushy, overgrown areas and places which may contain these plants. Try to stay on paths.
Summer First Aid Kit
 Every family should have at least one first aid kit at home which is well stocked and readily accessible.
Kids get lots of cuts and scrapes during the warm summer months, so it’s nice to be prepared.
Don’t forget to restock the kit once an item has been used.
Be sure to keep a list of emergency numbers where they are easy to find. This list should include: emergency medical services
(911), the doctor’s number, the dentist’s number, poison control, a number where mom and/or dad can be reached and any
other important phone numbers.
Dehydration and Heat-Related Illnesses
 Keeping well hydrated is very important.
Do not wait until a child says he is thirsty before offering fluids. At this point, he is already dehydrated, so be sure to provide
plenty of fluids before going outside, while out in the heat and afterwards.
 Playing in the hot summer sun means lots of fluid losses, so avoid strenuous activity during peak sun hours (10 am- 6 pm). Look
for shade and take lots of breaks.
Seek medical attention immediately for any signs of heat-related illness.
Grilling
 Never let children near the grill. Remember, it can remain very hot even after it is no longer being used.
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Be sure to check the internal temperature of foods on the grill, to be sure everything has been cooked appropriately.
If picnicking outdoors, avoid leaving out foods that require refrigeration and/or foods that can quickly spoil.
June 2015 Yard of the Month
North Side
13205 Willow Point Drive
(Troon)
South Side
9800 Ramsay Drive
(Oakmont)
Congratulations!!!!
The winners each receive a $25 Gift Card to a
local business and the honor of displaying the Yard of the Month
sign in their yards throughout the month of June!
We welcome nominations from the Community. You can email your nominations to
[email protected]
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CLASSIFIED ADS
South Side Kitty Sitters
3 Boys Yard Service
Mother/daughter team with two cats would love to watch
yours while you are away. We will feed and water them,
keep the litter box clean and, of course, give your kitties
lots of love! We’ll even water your plants and bring in
your mail.
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Mowing
Edging
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Other small yard needs
Mailbox painting
Leaf Removal
Quality Service at Competitive Rates!
Call 540- 710-0701 for estimates.
Call Dawn and Brea at
540-834-8357
4 Girls Pet Sitting
Lee’s Lawn Service
I am a Senior at Massaponax High School with experience
in lawn care. I am serving the Lee’s Hill South
community, offering affordable rates.
References are available upon request.
Available all day to care for your pet in your home. Six
years experience. Dozens of Lee’s Hill references.
South side only.
Please call: 540-840-1168
My various services include but are not limited to:
Drum Lessons
Are you looking to learn how to play the drums?
I am a 16 year old student who has been playing
drums for 4 years. I have experience in technique
and also play in 2 bands.
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Lawn Mowing
Seeding/Fertilizing
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Mailbox Painting
Pet Sitting
Call or Text 540-621-2860
I look forward to serving your lawn care needs.
Rates:
1/2 hr. lesson $10
Double Jogger for Sale
Brand New 5K In-Step Double Jogging Stroller
for sale. Still in the original box.
Asking: $100
Call Cade at 898-7348
Violin Lessons for Kids
Call 898-7348 if interested
Do you want to learn how to play the violin? I am giving
lessons to kids for a reasonable price—only $6.50 for half
an hour and $12 a whole hour. I have been playing for 5
years. I have been in multiple orchestras. I can teach kids
from no experience to 2 years of experience.
Who knows, you just might turn into a virtuoso!
Babysitter and Animal Care
13 year old with Red Cross babysitting certification and
two years working in church nursery and preschool ministry available for child care. Animal services: will care
for your dog or cat while you are away.
Call 540-834-2384.
Nathan Richardson—540-891-1755
Pet Care
Hillmann Zoo Pet Sitters
Licensed, professional pet care in your very own home.
Years of experience, excellent references.
Call Iris at 540-455-8232
Teen will care for your dog or cat while you are away our house or yours.
Call 540-834-2384.
Licensed Teacher turned Stay at Home Mom
Offering before/after school care in home
Located in Lee’s Hill South
Reasonable Rates
Call: Bevin @ 540.841.9229 for more info
Vintage CRT TV Sony Trinitron Wega 32” $100.00 OBO
If interested, please call 540-898-7556
For Sale
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