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Jean DeSantis, Editor [email protected]
Dick Sparrow, President [email protected]
ERIE VILLAGE NEWSLETTERERIE VILLAGE NEWSLETTERERIE VILLAGE NEWSLETTER
September 2011September 2011September 2011 HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION 99th 99th 99th Issue, Volume 2 Issue, Volume 2 Issue, Volume 2
5900 North Burdick Street Suite 110 East Syracuse, New York
www.ErieVillageHOA.com
Hi-lights August 15th, 2011 Meeting
Treasurer’s Report
Ed Bangel presented the financial statements for period ending July 31, 2011. As indicated last month, we are in very good shape year to date.
Summer maintenance projects such as painting, siding, roofs and driveways hadn’t yet been com-pleted by July month end, therefore we are show-ing under runs. As these projects are completed, expenditures will fall into line with the budget.
Ed also announced that the 2012 budget process will begin shortly after Labor Day. He anticipated that the Finance Committee will have a first draft to present to the Board at the October board meeting.
Manager’s Report
Wynn Collins, EVHOA Maintenance Manager mentioned receiving a number of calls concerning unit fencing. After considerable dis-cussion, the Board decided on the following:
If a fence has reached the end of its useful life (determined by Wynn), the HOA will replace it and at that time the resident can request vinyl be installed. Prior to that time, if a resident requests to have their fence replaced with vinyl and the current fence is not
in disrepair, the cost of the replacement both labor and material will be at the homeowner’s expense.
Wynn also reported that paving had been completed by the meet-ing and sealing was beginning the week of August 15th. In addi-tion, painting would be completed by early September.
All other work is moving along and will hopefully be completed prior to the 1st sign of snowflakes!
Drainage Projects We were lucky enough to have a good stretch of weather to complete a couple of drainage projects around Erie Vil-lage. Many residents may have noticed the back hoe out front near the flagpole this past month. A new gabion “dredging” and pipe to rehabilitate existing drainage was installed in that area. New stone was put down and the area has since been re-graded and seeded.
In addition, fill was brought in to shore up the former boat launch at the Parkington Circle end of the lake path. Ear-lier in the season, large boulders were placed along the shoreline there to close off the ramp. Additional stone was put down on the path in that area also.
For those that might be wondering about the large concrete construction blocks on the far shore of Erie Lake in front of the bench, those were placed there to help fight erosion to the shoreline. Additional fill was also brought in to level out the grassy area in front of the bench.
Once the dirt settles a bit more in both areas by the lake, they will be smoothed out and grass seed will be put down.
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Snow Plowing 2011-2012 After reviewing four bids for the upcoming plowing sea-son, the committee recommended to go with Oot Broth-ers. The Board unanimously agreed to go with the com-mittee’s choice.
Environmental The last water testing results for the Erie Lake beach area once again came back very good.
Of course, the swimming season is now coming to an end, so no further testing will be performed this season.
FEMA Dick Sparrow, HOA President reported that he spoke with Dave Tessier from the Town of Manlius and as of yet no official response has been received from FEMA.
We will continue to provide updates as they are received, in future newsletters.
Grounds Maintenance Some residents have expressed concern about the chemical treatments to our common areas. All herbicides and fertilizers are approved by the EPA for domestic use and are no stronger than what we can buy in a retail store.
So far, we have had 3 treatments and the next one is sched-uled for mid September. This treatment will be done along the rip rap and drainage areas around the ponds and lake.
The lawns will be treated, weather permitting, the week of Oc-tober 3rd to prepare the lawns for the long winter ahead. This treatment will contain Trimec 992 herbicide which helps to control broadleaf weeds. The nature trail and the lawns are always treated on separate days.
Utility Box Cleanup—A special thank you to Millie Sitnik for all her hard work in clearing a number of the power boxes within the village. After our transformer incident in early July, National Grid came through and did clear many of the utility boxes to allow access for repairs. Some of the boxes were missed and still needed to be thinned out a bit.
If you see an area that you believe was missed, please contact the office at 656-5148 so that we can address it.
Large Tree Comes Down During Recent Storm A large tree roots and all came down on Parkington Circle behind
units 23 and 24 after a recent heavy wind and rain storm. Fortunately, it avoided buildings and people. The tree was eventually cut up and removed by Michael Grimm Landscape & Tree Service.
Changes to Common Areas
Although the Board fully appreciates residents want-ing to make changes to the common areas around their units, it is important that those changes be sub-mitted in writing prior to commencement of the work to the Architectural Committee.
For some requests, additional information is needed in order for the committee to provide a quick re-sponse and may require a review by the HOA Board.
When submitting your requests it is advised that you provide as much information as possible such as landscaping plans including description of plantings, deviations from original design when you purchased your unit and whenever possible, the name and phone number of the person who will be performing the work.
Forms can be found online on our website or by calling the office at 656-5148.
Changes Continued
Requests needing prior approval with completed form are screen doors, brick walkways, gutters, plantings in-side and outside of white fenced areas as well as deck replacements or enlargements.
Residents may also be asked to obtain written approval from their neighbors if the change could affect them in any way.
Please try to avoid any embarrassment or additional cost. If work was done prior to approval, you may be asked to remove the items or the HOA will remove them for you at your expense.
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CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE Don’t forget to visit the Erie Village website, www.erievillagehoa.com .
Ongoing additions and refinements make it worthwhile to take a look at it. The Covenants, EVHOA forms and the Erie Village Newsletter can all be found in one location. Any questions—contact our Web Ad-ministrator Marj Schaff
Monthly Board Meetings
Each month the board of directors meets to discuss issues, concerns and the normal day to day activities of Erie Village. The meetings are held on the third Monday of the month beginning at 6:30pm at our office in the basement of the medical center 5900 N. Burdick, Suite 110 next to DOOW Lumber.
All residents are welcome to attend.
If you have an issue that you would like to discuss with the board, we ask that you submit it in writing ahead of time so that it can be added to the agenda.
Board Members
Dick Sparrow—President Tom Callender—VP
Dick Clark Richard Lelong—Secretary Jim Kraus Sally Oot Fred Greenfield Paul Franklin Joan Hagenzieker Ed Ihle Jean DeSantis Ed Bangel—Treasurer
Dear Neighbors, Friends and Acquaintances of my dad, Charlie Gioia, I thank you for your thought-ful and kind condolences, cards, donations and compli-ments about “Charlie”. Charlie and Rose enjoyed their retirement years at 47 Parkington Circle, being some of the first “settlers” of Erie Village in 1984. Charlie enjoyed entertaining his grandchildren on the lake, beach and trails. He and Rose, his bride of 67 years enjoyed guests and their home and surroundings.
Jowonio School, where Charlie’s great-granddaughter attended pre-school the past 2 years, thanks many of you for your kind donations. Five year old Amalia had a stroke when she was a week old and extensive brain damage. Jowonio School is a private school that pro-vided a unique and personal education for Amalia with a very caring and gentle staff.
Our family is very grateful for all your acts of kindness.
Sincerely and Gratefully,
Elizabeth West (Liz)
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
Mernie Ein at 466 Summerhaven Dr. N., will lead “Mernie’s March” during this year’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk on Sunday, October 2, 2011 beginning in Clin-ton Square.
Registration begins at 8:00AM and the walk begins at 10:00AM.
To participate with or without walking, contributions may be made to:
The American Cancer Society, 6725 Lyons Rd., East Syra-cuse, NY 13057. Attn: Mernie’s March/Realty USA
Or online at:
http://makingstrides.acevents.org/syracuseteam:mernie’s march
Your support is appreciated!
Town of Dewitt Events
Crescent Beach Hotel Rochester—Christmas Cabaret Show, No-vember 30, 2011 (Wednesday. Sign up by November 18th. $64/Residents, $69/All Others.
Bethlehem and Lancaster Tour, December 2-3, 2011 (Friday-Saturday)
Irish Festival 2012 Turning Stone Casino, March 16, 2012 (Friday) with the return of The Irish Rovers
For more trip details contact Town of Dewitt Parks and Rec-reation at 315-446-9250 x 9 or go to:
www.townofdewitt.com
Safe Medication Disposal Made Easy!
You don’t need to attend special medicine drop off events to safely and properly get rid of your old medications in Onondaga County.
All you have to do is place them in your trash. Disguise the medication first, mix it into your garbage in coffee grounds or other materials so that it can’t be removed by a third party or pet and be ingested.
Do not dispose of medications down the drain or flush them down the toilet. Sewage treatment plants can’t fil-ter out medications and this can create harmful results in wildlife populations; fish infertility, etc.
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Erie Village “GO GREEN” Initiative
Please consider receiving the monthly newsletter via email. It’s as simple as sending a quick email to your editor referencing in the subject line EV-GO GREEN at [email protected]. Please include unit #
If you would like to have your newsletter mailed to you while you are away, please provide self addressed stamped envelopes and we will make sure you are kept up to date on any news. Drop them off at 35 Parkington Circle.
ERIE VILLAGE BOOK GROUP DISCUSSION
Be kind to one another; a rising tide lifts all boats - American Proverb
The book group meets on the second Wednesday of each month At 7:00 pm. The book group encourages and warmly welcomes new members. Please call Janey Pajak 637-1761 or email [email protected] if you would like to join.
For August's meeting each of us shared our favorite books or authors. It was fun and engaging! We had everything from: The Snow Goose by Paul Gal-lico, written in 1940, Treasure Island, the timeless classic written in 1883 by Robert Louis Stevenson and illustra-tions by N.C. Wyeth, Leo Tolstoy's masterpiece and clas-sic, Anna Karenina to favorite authors such as David Baldacci, Jan Karon, Mary Higgins Clark, Michael Con-nelly, and John Grisham. Some of our members have read entire series such as that of Jan Karon, or most/all of an author's works such as John Grisham or Michael Connelly. Left to Tell by Immaculee Ilibagiza was mentioned for an inspirational true story about healing from war and personal loss. Other books summaries shared were: The Black Echo (Harry Bosch) by Michael Connelly, The Prince of Tides, by Pat Conroy, The Last Temptation of Christ, by Nikos Kazantzakis, Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card, a futuristic series of science fiction books, and finally, The Country Bunny and the Little Gold Shoes by Du Bose Heyward and Marjorie Black (Illustrator) writ-ten in 1939 about the tale of an Easter bunny, in which kindness and cleverness win out over size and brawn, a gem of fantasy. (Thanks everyone for sharing your fa-vorites!)
Next Meetings:
September 14 at the Peer residence, 56 Parkington to dis-cuss Cutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese.
October 12 at the Thiras residence, 189 Summerhaven to discuss The Misadventures of Marvin by Marvin Druger. The author will be coming to the October meeting as a guest speaker, which we are all looking forward to!
In memory of Joan Eckweiler, we are reading and dis-cussing one of her favorite books, Irish Country Christ-mas by Patrick Taylor for the November 9 meeting at the Bartow residence, 433 Summerhaven.
Conversation Café—Still Meeting!
The signs are still out for the 2nd Tuesday of the month.
Meet your neighbors down at Panera Bread from 2-4PM for a cup of coffee and conversation.
Report Concerns to our Office
All residential concerns should be reported to 656-5148. Please leave your name, unit number, and a daytime phone number so that we can contact you. Also remember that all written notification should be mailed to the Erie Village Home-owners Association, 5900 N. Burdick St, Suite 110, E. Syra-cuse, NY 13057.
Wynn Collins—Maintenance Mgr.
Website:www.ErieVillageHOA.com
Committee Chairpersons:
Architectural: Sally Oot
Snow Plowing Tom Callender, Paul Franklin, Richard Lelong and Fred Greenfield Covenants: Marj Schaff
Elections Richard Lelong and Sally Oot Environmental: Millie Sitnik
Finance and Erie Links Liaison: Jim Kraus
Grounds Maintenance.: Sally Oot, Joan Hagenzieker Painting: Wynn Collins
Risk Mgmt. / Insurance: Ed Bangel - Paul Franklin Co–Chairs
Roads & Driveways: Tom Callender & Dick Sparrow Co-Chairs
Rubbish: Tom Callender
Website: Marj Schaff
Decks: Millie Sitnik
Garden Committee: Peter Monteleone
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Your editor welcomes articles and helpful hints on just about any topic, from maintenance to gardening. Even the occasional human interest story. Volunteer reporters are always
welcome!
Please submit information to Jean DeSantis, 35 Parkington Circle or email and reference Erie Village Newsletter in subject line to [email protected]. For questions call 637-0018. To place an ad in our Newsletter please see above contact information for prices and other requirements. Checks should be made payable to EVHOA
Wanted: Looking for winter storage for fall/winter months for 1993 Saab Convertible.
If you have an empty garage this winter I could rent, please call Ron at 503-3090.
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Check out our new website!
http://syracusedeckdoctor.com/
Call Today! 403-5588
Visit www.swimmlandscaping.com
Also available for Deck Washing and Sealing
Fence Painting, Walkway and Deck Shoveling
Maintenance, New Designs, Fall Cleanups
Tree and Bush Installation, Masonry
We offer competitive rates and will beat any estimates
Wanted: Garage rental for Classic Car during fall/winter months. If you are going south for the winter and would like to rent out your garage, please call Pam at 637-3901 or 436-9600.
For Sale:
1972 Vespa 125 Primavera. Totally rebuilt and painted. $3,500 OBO.
Contact Brian at 315-627-0545
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Do you need help with your daily routine? My name is Patti and I take pride in what I do. If you need help long or short term for your grocery shopping, to pick up your prescrip-
tions or other daily tasks I may be able to help you. Is your work day too long for your pet to be home alone, or are you going on vacation and your not comfortable putting your pet in a kennel? I may be able to help you. I can come to your home as needed, so your pet can stay safe in his/her sur-roundings. For your reassurance I am insured and bonded, Erie Village references available.
Contact Patti Jewett at 699-0493 or 380-4714. [email protected].
Mr. Kleen Window Washing Service
It’s that time of the year again! Time to clean those windows!
Reliable, Affordable and Fully Insured
Call us today at 689-6600
ERIE VILLAGE REFERENCES
AVAILABLE
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GIVE A HOOT! CALL SALLY OOT
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