FEMA Assistance Available in HOAs
When we are affected by weather-related damage, it’s reassuring to know that private communities such as ours can rely on the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in certain circumstances. While we must continue to be proactive and adhere to our community’s disaster recovery plan, as well as maintain a contingency fund, we can look to […]
Weekend Getaways
Summer vacations have come to an end, but that doesn’t mean all work and no play. With cooler weather, beautiful scenery and an array of local festivals, fall is the perfect time of year for weekend getaways close to home. For travel ideas, activity suggestions and trip planning, visit www.Recreation.gov. A partnership of 12 federal […]
Happy Labor Day!
Advice for the Parents of Latchkey Kids
With a new school year underway, many parents and caregivers fret about latchkey children who spend time on their own before or after school. According to some estimates, more than three million kids under 12 are home alone at least part of the day. That’s inevitable given the number of single-parent households and families in […]
Turn it On
As one of six essential nutrients, water is necessary for survival. But drinking it from disposable plastic bottles may not be the best idea. A better choice for your personal health, and the health of the environment, is to drink tap water. Tap water might be healthier than bottled water—which often is tap water—because it […]
Before the Bell Rings: Back to School Safety
As boys and girls throughout the community sharpen their pencils and get ready to head back to class, it’s important to ensure they have a safe school year. Here are some tips on how your family can be proactive and avoid potentially harmful situations: Make sure your school has your child’s updated emergency contact information. […]
What the Architectural Committee Does for You
Are you getting ready to make an addition to your house or build a new shed or fence in your back yard? Before you break out the miter saw, make sure to get your plans approved by our association’s architectural committee. While it may seem arbitrary from an individual homeowner’s standpoint, the architectural committee looks […]
Happy 4th of July!
Wishing you and your family a safe and happy 4th of July holiday!
Beware of Boxwood Blight
Boxwoods are ornamental shrubs found throughout the U.S. They’re popular because they stay green year round and don’t appeal to deer. Alarmingly, a new species of boxwood blight (the fungus Cylindrocladium buxicola) was discovered in the U.S. and several other countries in late 2011. While it is indistinguishable from two other types of relatively benign […]
Smooth Move: Tips for a Less Stressful Relocation
Whether your new home is just down the street, in a nearby town or across the country, moving can be stressful. There’s a lot of work to be done before that final box is unpacked—more than many expect—and it’s easy to overlook the details that pile up the closer you get to your departure date. […]
