February is here – let the romance begin.

Let me start by saying I LOVED the garage sale this year – our household netted $185!!! Hopefully you did, too. If you didn’t participate, start planning for next year’s sale by collecting sale items in one spot. Another easy way to be compensated for your used items is Goodwill, the Salvation Army, FL Sheriff’s Youth Ranch, or any other charitable organization. You won’t get cash, but the tax deduction is just as good – but consult your tax advisor – I don’t want the IRS after me!

I also want to show a little LOVE for our director of maintenance, Jim Brasby. Wait, let me re-phrase that – I LOVE the completed projects he has overseen:

· Pumphouse exterior repair/remodel
· Installation of signage as dictated by our insurance co.
· Renovation of the Tennis Court hut
· Removal of dead, dying, and downed trees throughout our neighborhood
· Countless other stuff he does without being directed to do so.

When you see him, show him a little love – it goes a long way and he will appreciate your comments!

We all LOVE the grove, right? We can’t sit on our laurels anymore as the grove continues to decline. Join your neighbors at the Clubhouse at 6 PM ON TUESDAY FEBRUARY 19th to discuss what we all can do to rejuvenate the grove. It will be a town-hall type meeting with lots of give and take, comments, and suggestions. ALL ARE WELCOME!

Now I know you LOVE sending in that dues check every year ;-) Well, when you do, please know that you are meeting your duties as a landowner in Westlake Village and helping the Association maintain the common areas of our Neighborhood as well as the financial interests in which you hold a share. Right now, assessments are past due (due 1/31) so if you have misplaced that bill or forgot to pay, please let the office know and Rosemary will make arrangements to catch you up.