Our march into fall continues...

1) The tired and overworked must wait another month to turn back the clocks - November 4th, thanks to new energy-saving legislation

2) The association will be having the Greenbelt area surveyed in the next few months.
Residents whose rear property line abuts the Greenbelt area may see flags or stakes as the survey is completed. The association is updating it's records with a current survey to identify any encroachments, easements, and existing structures in the Greenbelt.

3) We're still looking for Board volunteers for our Annual Meeting which will be held November 13th at 7 PM at the Clubhouse.

4) Please ensure you are locking your vehicle each and every night, as we may have had another round of break-ins. IF YOU SEE ANYTHING SUSPICIOUS, PLEASE CALL THE SHERIFF'S OFFICE AND LET THEM KNOW. OT CALL ME 417-8814 AND I WILL PASS IT ALONG TO THEM. WE MUST CONTINUE TO REPORT SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY UNTIL THESE CRIMINALS ARE CAUGHT.

5) There are many new projects underway/being completed - the Board of Directors wants to thank Jim Brasby, our Director of Maintenance, for his continued dedication to excellence in Westlake Village. His presence has made a dramatic impact in the short time he has been here and we look forward to his future contributions.

CORRECTION:
Welch Tennis Courts, who recently remodeled 2 of our courts, has requested we limit access for 30 days after completion of the courts. The additional cure time will increase the useful life of the new courts. We know this is an inconvenience, but we feel it is worth the delay. Thanks for your understanding.

Unfortunately, we had another string of vehicle burgularies - my household was a victim, as well. Earlier this week, my wife walked out to her car on her way to work and found the driver's side door ajar and the glove box hanging open. Missing was her change and $25 sun glasses. I have spoken with some residents who also reported thefts. Please ensure you are locking your vehicles and try not to leave any valuables in them overnight. Also, consider installing some motion-sensing floodlights. for your driveway if you do not already have them.

Andy Franek, our lawn care technician, recently installed a new flower bed by the pool pumphouse. It had deteriorated into a hedge of oak trees, but with the guidance of our Dir of maintenance, Jim Brasby, it is now looking beautiful with jasmine, crotons, and 2 palms. Also, Jim is busy resealing the small basketball court and will be pressurewashing the large court, all in preparation for relining.

We continue to look for volunteers to help us achieve our goals for 2007 and lay the foundation for a successful 2008. Thanks and good day!

Welcome to September

Here's whats new:

1. We still need 3 nominees for your 2008 Board of Directors. I think you'll agree that I've whined enough about voluntering - so if we don't get any one to step forward, so be it.
2. The 2 southernmost tennis courts are being resurfaced. They were in the worst condition, given their location to the entrance to the tennis courts. We expect them to be available early next week, so GAME ON! Thanks for your patience with us as we continue our complete subdivision makeover.
3. Jim Brasby, our new Director of Building and Grounds, has been hard at work. His latest completed projects include new gutters on the Clubhouse to stop ground erosion, new painted Bulletin Board in the Breezeway, refurbishing the park benches, and pressure cleaning the back pool deck. I have to commend Jim for his ability in bringing on a new pool company and working closely with them to minimize the time the pool was closed for cleaning. Thanks, Jim.
4. It's budget time again and if you are interested in where our money goes, please contact anyone on the Board and let them know you want to help set the budget for next year.
5. Please drive carefully in the neighborhood, especially in the eary morning hours. We have many schoolchildren waiting for busses and walking to school. Slowing down just 5 mph could be the difference between life and death.

Until next week,

adios - Rich

Pool

FYI...

Due to the unchecked "explosion" of black algae in the Community Pool, we were forced to discontinue our relationship with the pool company we had and move forward with Anchor Pools, who have a superior reputation within the North County area. The recommendation was made by Rosemary, our Office Administrator - THANKS ROSEMARY!

Anchor started work on Thursday and by Friday at 2p, the water was P-E-R-F-E-C-T! We have also discontinued our regular pool chemical delivery, as Anchor supplies their own chemical system.

Our previous company also had recommended we spend $2100 to replace a dated chlorine "injector" pump - the Anchor Pool rep, Bob, said they prefer to handle the chemical mixing by hand, thus saving us the $2100 pump.

Enjoy the pool - it's open 9a to dusk...

Thanks, Rich C