Happy Valentine’s Day! - Ashburn Farm Association · Happy Valentine’s Day! 2 February 2020 44050 Ashburn Village Blvd., Suite 163 Ashburn (Located in the Ashburn Village Shopping

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Across the FenceThe Ashburn Farm Community Newsletter

Inside This IssueFrom the Editor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Board Briefs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Annual BOT Election . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8Beer & Wine Tasting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Easter Bunny Brunch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Trash Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Upcoming Area Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-15Covenants Enforcement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Events Committee Help Needed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Pool Pass Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Library Corner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-21Save the Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Fun Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Approved Resolution-Pool Memberships. . . . . . . . 27Approved Resolution - Surveillance Cameras . . .28-31Odd Job Squad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32Classifieds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Coming in March . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

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Dog Owners - Please be considerate of others!

* Always be in control of your dog. Keep him/her on a leash when outside.

* Be aware of others on trails and/or sidewalks when walking your dog. * Avoid letting your dog use the bathroom in neigh-bors’ yards .

* Pick up after your dog. Dog waste transmits dis-ease... AND IT’S THE LAW!

From the Editor . . . Ashburn Farm Association will be holding its Annual Meeting of the Board of Trustees on April 7th this year. At this meeting, members

of the community have the chance to vote for Board of Trustees members for the 2020-2022 term .

The Board of Trustees is a great committee that is essential to the functioning of Ashburn Farm. If you are interested in running for one of the available positions, please see pages 6 - 8 for more information. If you have any questions, please feel free to call the Association Office at 703-729-6680 .

The Association staff is also working on lots of exciting eventsfor this spring and summer. The first event of the year, the annual Wine & Beer Tasting, is scheduled for Friday, March 13th. The registration form is available on page 9. Our next event, the Easter Bunny Brunch, will be held on Saturday, April 4th. See page 12 for all the details. Volunteers are still needed to help with both of these events. If you are interested in joining us for either of them, please contact Kristen ([email protected]).

As always, there will be a Spring Community Yard Sale for those of you looking to do some spring cleaning (scheduled for Saturday, June 6th this year). We are also in the process of planning this year’s and our Annual Summer Kick Off (scheduled for Saturday, May 23rd).

If you would like to help with any of these great events, our Events staff is always in need of more volunteers, and they would love your help! Information about the committee is available on page 19. Contact Kristen ([email protected]) for more information on any of the events or to sign up to volunteer.

Don’t forget that you can always sign up for email alerts from the Association - just go to our website and enter your email address! This will ensure that you receive all the latest updates on snow removal, events, common area maintenance, road closures, trash service, etc.

Until next month . . . Happy Valentine’s Day!

Alicia LoughEditor

REMINDER: EXTERIOR ALTERATION APPLICATIONS

Spring is just around the corner, and many residents are already planning spring renovations for their homes. Please remember that all changes to the exterior of your home require a completed Exterior Alteration Application be submitted to, reviewed by, and approved by the ARB, prior to the work being started .

All completed EAA’s to be reviewed by the ARB must be received in the Association Office on or before the Thursday prior to the scheduled ARB meetings. The ARB meets the 2nd and last Thursdays of the month .

ARB meeting dates and times can be found on the website: www.ashburnfarmassociation.org.

Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Association Office at 703-729-6680 or email [email protected].


Across the Fence

This is a monthly community publication for the residents of Ashburn Farm. Published by the Ashburn Farm Association.Alicia Lough – EditorJeremy Cushman – General ManagerSteven Lovejoy – President, Board of Trustees

4400 Total Circulation, mailed to residents and owners.Printing by GAM Printers, Sterling, VA.

DEADLINES:Display Advertising – 10th of the preceding monthClassified Advertising – 10th of the preceding monthCommittee Reports/Community News – 15th of the preceding month

For more information on Advertising Specifications and Guide-lines, please see the back pages of this newsletter.

All material (news, advertising, etc.) is subject to editing at the discretion of the Editor and/or General Manager. Ashburn Farm Association does not endorse or attest to the services offered by any advertisement and will not be held responsible as a result.

Ashburn Farm Association Staff

The Association Staff is responsible for enforcing the rules and regulations of the Association. The staff cannot make or change rules nor can they make arbitrary exceptions to existing rules. We are happy to assist you with any questions you may have or provide information. The Association Office is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Jeremy Cushman - General Manager

Janice Brewer - Architectural Review AdministratorCheri Jean - Financial/Disclosure Coordinator

Alicia Lough - Communications DirectorBob Silvay - Covenants Department

Chrissy Gier - Covenants DepartmentChip Mathews - Director of OperationsRachel Hess - Covenants Department

Kristen Cornwell* - Activities CoordinatorKaren Lowe - Covenants Department

*Notary Public at Large for the Commonwealth of Virginia (call for information or appointment; $5/document)

Ashburn Farm Association21400 Windmill Drive

Ashburn, Virginia 20147Phone: 703-729-6680, Fax: 703-729-0247

Email: [email protected]

Ashburn FarmBoard of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is an all-volunteer resident group that is responsible for interpreting the covenants and rules governing Ashburn Farm. Board of Trustees meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm at the Windmill Community Center located on Windmill Drive. All Ashburn Farm homeown-ers are encouraged to attend.

Steven Lovejoy - PresidentRich Oakley - Vice President

David Tighe - SecretarySteve Lubore - TreasurerShirley Tabor - TrusteeDoug Brewer- Trustee

Ashburn FarmAssessments & General Information

Collection PolicyAssessments are due the first day of each month. Any install-ment of the annual assessment not paid to the Association within thirty (30) days after the due date shall be considered delinquent and a late charge of $25.00 shall be assessed to the Owner and posted to the Owner’s account for every thirty (30) days delinquent .

Home SalesEffective July 1, 1989, the Virginia General Assembly enacted a new law entitled the “Virginia Property Owner’s Association Act”. This act requires the seller of a home to make certain disclosures to the intended purchaser of their lot . All home sales in Ashburn Farm are subject to the Virginia Property Owner’s Association Act. A written request of the Association Disclosure Package and a check in the amount of: $225.00 for an electronic disclosure (on CD-R) for townhome/single family; $250 for a paper disclosure for townhome/single family; $100 for electronic or paper disclosure for condo; are required to begin process-ing. A rush fee of $50.00 may be paid to receive your disclosure within 3 days. Checks should be made payable to the Ashburn Farm Association. A form is available on the website or at the Association Office. The completed package will be issued within 14 calendar days to the requesting party or agent. For further information, please contact the Association Office.

Further InformationPlease feel free to contact Summit Management Services for further information or with any questions you may have about your assessment account .

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Board BriefsA complete draft of the BOT meeting minutes will be reviewed and voted on at the next BOT meeting. The complete set of minutes may be viewed at the Association Office.

At the regular BOT meeting held on January 14, 2020, the following items were discussed:

• President, Steve Lovejoy, called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.

• A motion passed (4/0/1/1) to approve the December 3, 2019 minutes, as submitted.

APPEALS• 21243 Smokehouse Court, Appeal of Wire Mesh on

Fence – The homeowner was not able to attend due to the rescheduling of the meeting. A motion was made to approve the appeal of wire mesh fence for the property located at 21243 Smokehouse Court . The mesh is located on the outside of the fence . The fence is old, and it will likely need to be replaced in the near future. A friendly amendment to the motion was made to give the homeowner 12 months to move the wire mesh to the inside of the fence. The motion was withdrawn. A motion passed (6/0/0/0) to grant the homeowner at 21243 Smokehouse Court 12 months to either remove or relocate the wire mesh on his fence to the inside of the fence .

• 21052 Cornerpost Square, Compliance Date Extension Request – The homeowner did not attend the meeting. A motion passed (6/0/0/0) to extend the compliance date to June 30, 2020 for the property located at 21052 Cornerpost Square .

• 20958 Timber Ridge Terrace #101, Appeal of Late Charge – A motion passed (6/0/0/0) to waive the $25 late charge and $5 administrative fee for the property located at 20958 Timber Ridge Terrace #101 . The homeowner has brought his account current, and his payment history shows that he has made prompt monthly payments .

REPORTS• Architectural Review Board – No report.

• Budget & Finance – Steve Lovejoy stated that revenue is on target with the budget, and expenses are slightly under-budget. The next B&F meeting is scheduled for late January. It is hoped that Summit Management will have the December financials available for that

meeting. Steve Lubore stated that he would like to discuss some investment options at the upcoming B&F meeting.

• Manager’s Report Windmill and Chokeberry Pond – Work has been done on these ponds over the last two years to try to reduce the sediment build up. A bathometric study was recently done on both ponds. It showed that the work has helped slow the sediment build up, but they will likely need to be dredged at some point in the future. This will be a General Reserve consideration. It was recommended that the ponds be treated again this year to postpone the dredging as long as possible.

OLD BUSINESS• Association Covenants & Standards Evaluation – ARB

member, Corrado Dugo, provided feedback on the proposed changes. Mr. Brewer recommended holding another meeting with ARB members, staff, and BOT members to review the Architectural Design & Main-tenance Standards and comments from the Board . It was noted that many of the current standards were in support of good home maintenance practices and should be maintained, but that some of the more sub-jective aesthetic standards, as well as the enforcement thresholds and notification letter language and sup-porting policies and practices were likely to be amend-ed. A resident stated his concerns about “softening” the language of the inspection letters. He noted that he is aware of many of his neighbors who did not feel a sense of urgency to complete the needed repairs with the current inspection letter; he is concerned that they will make no attempt to complete those repairs if there is no penalty for waiting.

• Association Covenants Enforcement Policy & Prac-tice Review – Violations are currently given a numeric rating, based on their severity (Priority 1 violations being the most severe). Priority 1 violations are given 150 days for the repairs to be completed. Options to extend the deadline were discussed. A cover letter has been drafted that will be mailed along with the annual inspection letters in 2020 to better explain the inspec-tion process, how to file an appeal, etc. It was recom-mended that the Priority 3 violations not be enforced unless a complaint is received from another home-owner. Patrol violations were discussed as well, such as high grass, trash container storage, etc. These viola-tions are things that can be seen from the curb, and they tend to have a correction deadline of 10 days. An

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Call for Candidates Board of Trustees Election 2020

The 2020 Annual Meeting of the Association members is scheduled for April 7th, 2020 at 7:00 pm at the Windmill Community Center located at 21400 Windmill Drive in Ashburn Farm. Please mark your calendars and plan to attend.

One of the items at the Annual Meeting is to elect new members to the Ashburn Farm Board of Trustees. These volunteers are a huge part of our Association's success. You can be an important part of that by bringing your expertise to the Board. Please consider running for a seat on the Board of Trustees.

The Ashburn Farm Board of Trustees generally schedules their meetings for the first Tuesday of each month to meet with homeowners and discuss Association business; however, there are some exceptions due to holidays. Some time may occasionally be required between meetings to deal with critical business that cannot wait until the next regularly scheduled meeting. Email is also an important tool used by the Board members when there are decisions and discussions that need to take place prior to a meeting.

Our ByLaws state "Candidates for election shall file a petition of candidacy, signed by not less than ten Members, with the Election Committee at least three weeks before the Annual Meeting. The Election Committee shall provide all members with a ballot containing the names of all bona fide candidates with the notice of the Annual Meeting."

Because quorum was not met during the 2019 election, the ByLaws state that the appointed members (those who received the most votes) can only serve a one-year appointment term. This means there will be seven open Board of Trustee seats, in the 2020 election. The term will run from 2020 through 2022. To qualify for candidacy, you must complete the two forms enclosed in this newsletter (Petition for Candidacy and the Member Nominating Form). You can also download any of the forms from the Association website. The Member Nominating Form must be submitted to the Association Office no later than February 10th, 2020 if you would like your profile to be included in the March newsletter. Any profile submitted after that date will only be published to the website, but will still be included in the informational letter that will be sent out to all homeowners with the proxies for voting.

The closing date for the completed forms (which are included in this newsletter and available on our website) is March 13th, 2020, by 5:00 pm to fulfill the requirement of the ByLaws.

Questions regarding the Annual Meeting or the Board of Trustees election can be addressed to the Ashburn Farm Association Office at 703-729-6680 or email [email protected].

Election Volunteers Needed!

The Annual Election is a busy time in the Association Office. Each year, thousands of ballots come into the office prior to the election. The ballots must each be counted, and homeowner residency verified. We are always looking for help during this time to ensure that each and every vote is counted accurately.

The Election Committee consists of homeowners who commit to working a two-hour shift on the evening of the Annual Election to help count ballots. WE NEED YOUR HELP!!

If you have time available on April 7, 2020 from 5pm to 7pm, please let us know as soon as possible. We would love to have you help us with this important task! If you are interested, please email us at [email protected] or call the Association Office at 703-729-6680. Thank you for your help!


NOMINATING FORM 2020 BOARD OF TRUSTEES ELECTION

I wish to become a candidate for election to the Board of Trustees of the Ashburn Farm Homeowners Association.

Please return this form by February 10th, 2020 to have your biography information included in the March 2020 issue of the "Across the Fence" newsletter. If submitted after the February 10th, 2020 newsletter deadline, your information will only be published to the Ashburn Farm Association website and will be included in the informational letter mailed with the proxies to homeowners. The deadline for all forms (Member Nominating Form and the Petition for Candidacy) must be received by the Association office no later than March 13th, 5:00 pm. Candidate Information

Name: _____________________________________

Address: ___________________________________ Phone: _________________________

Email: _____________________________________

Signature: __________________________________ Date: ____________________________

Please provide a brief biographical statement of 250 words or less in the space provided below or attach a separate document.

Mail or deliver this completed Member Nominating Form and Petition for Candidacy to the Association Office at: 21400 Windmill Drive, Ashburn, Virginia 20147.


PETITION FOR CANDIDACY 2020 BOARD OF TRUSTEES ELECTION

I, wish to become a candidate for election to the Board of Trustees of the Ashburn Farm Homeowners Association and herewith submit the signatures of the following Ashburn Farm Homeowners, as required by the Bylaws of the Ashburn Farm Association.

* Only 1 signature per lot allowed*

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Address (Include house # & street name only)

Candidate Signature:

Candidate Address:-

Date: : Phone:

Email:

Note: This petition and the Member Nominating form must be returned to the Association Office no later than March 13th, 2020 by 5:00 pm.

Mail or deliver this completed Petition for Candidacy and the Member Nominating Form to the Association Office at: 21400 Windmill Drive, Ashburn, Virginia 20147.


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Janice Brewer - Three Decades in Ashburn FarmJanuary 1st marked the end of one decade and the beginning of another, and with it, a career of more than 30 years with the Association comes to a close. Mrs. Janice Brewer, who has been with the Association since the beginning is retiring at the end of February of this year. The Association came into being in 1988 and the Association Office was located on Golden Meadow Circle, where the daycare is located now. Back then Ashburn Farm was just a few hundred homes and a pool, with the hopes of creating a 3,800-home community just outside of Washington DC and the nearby Washington Dulles International Airport. Janice was returning to the workforce while raising a daughter with her husband, Doug, and was happy to have found the opportunity to work in the community where she lived.

Janice began her career with the Association welcoming new homeowners and aiding them through the process of owning a new home in a planned community. Janice was there to help Members transform new houses into individual homes, each with its own unique character, while ensuring the community aesthetic was safe-guarded. As the community matured and was fully built out, Janice’s assorted roles became more singly focused on helping the Architectural Review Board administrate their various functions. Janice handled approximately 400 Exterior Alteration Applications per year for the past 31 years, personally touching more than 12,100 Exterior Alteration Applications in her career; helping thousands of Association Members enhance their homes and properties, since 1988. She has worked closely with all six of the Association’s General Managers and the many volunteers who have made up the Architectural Review Board.

Janice was always a familiar face in the community center and has acted as the Association’s unofficial historian. Janice’s meticulous notes and her having been witness to 31 years of all things Ashburn Farm have helped to resolve hundreds of questions. Janice’s experience and thoughtfulness will assuredly be missed.

The Association’s Board of Trustees, Architectural Review Board, & Staff wish her many happy days in retirement.

Ashburn Volunteer Fire & Rescue February Newsletter

February 2nd - Pancake Breakfast - 8:00am - 12:00pm, Station 6, Founders Hall, 20668 Ashburn Road. Bring family and friends. $9 Adults, $7 Seniors, $5 children 3-8, Children under 3 Free. (No parking at Mediterranean Breeze parking lot). (Upcoming dates, March 8th, April 19th and May 10th. See our website for further details www.ashburnfirerescue.org.

February 22nd - Martini Matters - Rivercreek Country Club - 5:00 - 8:00pm. Auction, raffle prizes, silent auction, specialty martini (and other options), food to purchase, spectacular door prize. Lots of fun. See website for details: www.ashburnfirerescue.org/events. February 25th - Prospective Members Meeting - 7:00pm - Station 6, Founders Hall, 20668 Ashburn Road.Gear up and join the action! Benefits. Limited Opportunities Available - sign up now!

Founders Hall - Our newly remodeled AVFRD Founders Hall facility is now ready for your next event. Looking for a place to hold a wedding, meeting, holiday party, birthday party or other special event? For details go to founders-hall.com.

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Registration Form - Detach and submit to Association office

Participant (s): ________________________________ Age (s): _____________

Phone and Email Address: ___________________________________________

**I give my child permission to participate in Ashburn Farm Association’s Easter Bunny Brunch and understand a parent must be present at all times:

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Saturday, April 4th - 10 am to 1p

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• $3.00 per child

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Please contact office for

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Trash & Recycling StandardsContractor Contact Information Patriot Disposal Phone: 1-703-257-7100 (must dial “1” from Ashburn) P .O . Box 3219, Manassas, VA 20108

Trash & Recycling Collection Days• Regular Trash Collection - Monday and Thursday• Yard Waste Recycling - Monday Only (March 1 - December

31) - Any yard waste placed at the curb during January and February will be disposed of as trash .

• Regular Recycling - Thursday Only• Special Item Pick-Up - Please call Patriot to schedule .

Patriot Disposal’s service includes twice-per-week trash removal and once-per-week recycling. Please do not put trash on the curb before 6:00 PM the night before pickup, and remove your container(s) from the curb as soon as possible after pick-up (the same day as trash/recycling pickup). Trash and recycling services will take place between 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM on Mondays and Thursdays. Uncollected trash and recycling should be reported to Patriot’s Customer Service Department, 1-703-257-7100 or [email protected].

There will be NO pick-up, if the regular service day falls on New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, or any other collection day when the refuse and recycling facilities are closed. Collection services will resume on the next regularly- scheduled service day. Please note: Collection tends to be somewhat delayed the day following a holiday.

Please see the Association website for the complete Trash & Recycling Standards.

TRASH and RECYCLING• Trash & Recycling must be kept in hard side containers

with attached lids and cannot be placed out at curbside until after 6:00 p .m . the night before pickup.

• Container(s) shall be removed and properly stored at the earliest opportunity the same day as trash & recycling pickup.

• Secure all trash in tightly tied trash bags, inside hard-sided trash containers .

• Recycling must be stored and placed curbside in a hard side container with an attached lid that is securely closed and prevents blowing, spillage, littering, etc.

• Loose trash bags, or grocery bags from stores such as Giant, Harris Teeter, etc. are prohibited and are not to be used for trash or recycling disposal.

• All homeowners are responsible for picking up litter on their property and preventing wind-blown debris from originating from their property .

• Loudoun County requires rigid containers with lids for storage and collection of household trash and recycling. It is recommended and encouraged to place ones address on the containers and lids .

STORAGE

Single Family Homes• Storage of trash and recycling containers must be on one’s

own property, in the garage or behind the rear plane of the home against the structure, or in a location on file with, and approved by the Association’s Architectural Review Board or Board of Trustees .

• Storage of these containers in front or beside the house or garage is not acceptable and is a violation. If property fencing extends on the side of the home, the containers may be stored behind the fence against the side of the house or garage, providing the side yard is not directly facing the front of a neighboring housing unit, road frontage, or otherwise negatively impacting a neighboring home from ground level.

• Trash, recycling, and storage containers cannot be kept on an elevated deck.

Townhomes• Storage of trash and recycling containers must be on one’s

own property, in the garage (if one exists) or behind the rear plane of the home against the structure.

• Storage of these containers in front or beside the house, or outside of the property line fencing is not acceptable and is a violation. Trash, recycling and storage containers cannot be kept on an elevated deck.

• Trash and recycling must be kept in hard-sided containers with attached lids and cannot be placed out at curbside until after 6:00 pm the night before pickup. Recycling must be stored and placed curbside in a hard-sided container with an attached lid that is securely closed and prevents blowing, spillage, littering, etc.

• Please place the containers at the curb in front of your home . Please have all items at the curb by 7:00 AM on each service day.

* Trash and recycling containers repeatedly left at the curb will be considered abandoned & collected!

Vultures continue to be a problem in Ashburn Farm, due to trash bags not being secured in hard-sided containers.


Upcoming Events Around The AreaFeb 2 - Chinese New Year Event and Youth Art Show Reception - The FOUR Elements36441 Blueridge View Ln, Purcellville(540) 338-7973Location: Franklin Park Performing & Visual Arts CenterTime: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PMPrice: $10/person, $35/family of four or moreCelebrate the Year of the Rat, wear the lucky colors blue, gold and green, enjoy entertainment and demonstrations in the theatre, make crafts and have refreshments in the lobby while solving Lantern Tiger Riddles. This has become a popular family event, corresponding with our Youth Art Show. All ages welcome!

Feb 1,8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29 - Historic Downtown Leesburg - Walking Tour16 S King St, Leesburg(703) 973-6400Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Sunday, SaturdayLocation: Very Virginia ShopTime: 12:00 PM to 1:00 PMPrice: FREEFree walking tours of historic downtown Leesburg! Starting at the Very Virginia Shop, local historian John Dooney hosts 40 minute walking tours of historic downtown Leesburg - from the early drumbeats of the Revolutionary War through the Civil War, Reconstruction and beyond. After the tour, taste free samples of the famous Virginia peanuts and other gourmet foods! Check out a wide array of local souvenirs.

Tours are Saturday and Sundays at 12:00 pm. Tours are free, however please text or call to confirm tour availability. Other dates and times may be arranged. Contact the Very Virginia Shop at 703-973-6400 for details.

Feb 1-14 - Photography Exhibition: Virginia-Changing TopographiesNorthern Virginia Community College - Loudoun Campus, 1st floor of Waddell Bldg., 21200 Campus Dr., Sterling(703) 969-9724Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, FridayLocation: Northern Virginia Community College - Waddell Art GalleryTime: 9:00 AM to 7:00 PMPrice: FreeThe mission of the Waddell Art Gallery is to educate by providing regularly changing art exhibits with diversity in both media and content. The gallery provides students, faculty, staff and the community an opportunity to enjoy and contemplate visual art.

Join us for the upcoming exhibition featuring ‘John Kinney, Virginia: Changing Topographies’. This photo series is based on the expanding development in the rural districts in Prince William, Fauquier, and Loudoun Counties in Virginia. These photographs highlight areas being developed, and the photographs feature land people hope will never be developed.

Feb 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16 - Corks & Cupcakes18755 Foggy Bottom Road, Bluemont(540) 554-8439Location: Bluemont VineyardTime: 11:00 AM to 5:00 PMPrice: $29 per person. Guests must be 21+ with a valid ID to enjoy the pairing.Whether you are celebrating with a special someone or your galentines, this is one sweet pairing that will make you feel like you’ve been struck by Cupid’s arrow.

This year, we’re spreading the love by including cupcakes from Georgetown Cupcake and Sprinkles Cupcakes! Indulge in one cupcake from each famous D.C. cupcake shop, plus our signature creations, expertly paired with Bluemont Vineyard wines.

Feb 8 - Guided Battlefield Tours35945 John Mosby Highway, Middleburg(703) 327-9777Location: Battle of Middleburg | Mt. Defiance Historic ParkTime: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PMPrice: FreeJoin us for a guided tour of the Mt. Defiance battlefield, part of the June 19, 1863 Battle of Middleburg. Led by Bryan Robbins, Historic Preservationist and student of the Civil War, the tour will look at site features and the battle events in context, and will include strategic military aspects of the battle, landscape features, and engaging human-interest stories. Tours last for approximately one hour, and begin at 1pm and 3pm.

Feb 8, 22 - L.O.V.E. in the U.S.A. Valentine’s Cabaret Dinner Theatre20937 Ashburn Road, Suites 115 and 120, Ashburn(571) 477-9444Location: StageCoach Theatre CompanyTime: 6:30 PM to 9:30 PMPrice: $60 includes catered dinner and the showFrom George Gershwin to Alicia Keys and Cole Porter to Sarah Bareilles, American songwriters have been supplying us with some of the most memorable and iconic love


Upcoming Events Around The Areasongs in history. Join our star-spangled group of talented, local artists for an evening of beautiful and fun love songs written specifically by American songwriters and composers from the 1930s to today. Bring your sweetheart and find L.O.V.E. in the U.S.A.

Saturdays, Feb 8 and 22 - Doors open at 6:00pm. Show begins at 6:30pm. Dinner will begin at 7:00pm. The show resumes after dinner. Also showing on Feb 14 and 15 with Dinner Theatre Deluxe and Feb 9, 16 & 23 with no dinner.

$60 ticket price includes dinner catered by Mama Lucci’s of Leesburg and the show. Beer and wine will be available for separate purchase. (Menu: Chicken Scaloppini - thinly sliced chicken breast in a white wine and basil sauce, topped with pan-seared tomatoes and fresh mozzarella cheese. Cavatappi and Three-Cheese Tortellini Pasta. Alfredo Sauce and Meat Sauce. Caesar Salad. Cannolis and Cookies. Rolls and butter.) Vegetarian and gluten-free meals are available upon request at least 48 hours before the show.

Feb 12 - Rainbow Puppets: Open a Book36441 Blueridge View Ln, Purcellville(540) 338-7973Location: Franklin Park Performing & Visual Arts CenterTime: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AMPrice: $5/personRainbow Puppets presents a show to correspond with their new book of the same name. They have performed for over 20,000 children in the state, with this being their first performance in Loudoun. This interactive show emphasizes the importance, fun, and rewards of reading. A unique show that includes science, history, and fun in a delightful show as only Rainbow Puppets can present!

Feb 14 - Valentine’s at Grandale14001 Harpers Ferry Rd, Hillsboro(540) 668-7008Location: Grandale Vintner’s TableTime: 12:00 PM to 9:00 PMThe kids are in school and it’s a great day to play hooky from work to celebrate “love” with your special someone!

Enjoy a leisurely, self-guided wine tasting at your table, a tempting charcuterie board and then a fireside lunch or dinner with us at Grandale. Split a delectable dessert for a sweet ending to your romantic Friday getaway.

Our regular menu, with added sweetheart specials, will be available throughout the day. Reservations suggested.

Feb 21 - StageCoach Bandits Improv Comedy Show20937 Ashburn Road, Suites 115 and 120, Ashburn, (571)477-9444Recurrence: Recurring monthly on the 3rd FridayLocation: StageCoach Theatre CompanyTime: 7:30 PM to 9:00 PMPrice: $12 online advance tickets, $15 at the doorImprov troupe for StageCoach Theatre Company, the StageCoach Bandits are Loudoun County’s funniest improv comedy team! Join us monthly for THIRD FRIDAY IMPROV!

Just like “Whose Line Is It Anyway?”, the Bandits perform short-form improv using suggestions from the audience. Shows are completely interactive. No show or game is ever the same twice!

Seating will begin at 7:00pm. Show begins at 7:30pm.Beer, wine and soft drinks will be available for purchase. Tickets: $12 online advance purchase – online reservations will close at 5:00pm the day of the show. $15 at the door.

Feb 28 - 33rd Annual YMCA Chocolates Galore & More44050 Woodridge Pkwy, Leesburg(703) 777-9622Presented By: YMCA Loudoun CountyDates: February 28, 2020Location: Lansdowne Resort and SpaTime: 7:00 PM to 11:00 PMPrice: $70 early birdFrom its inception, CHOCOLATES GALORE & MORE quickly became one of the area’s most anticipated events. Hosted by our Premier Partner Lansdowne Resort and Spa and with attendance of more than 800, the evening is one of Loudoun’s Finest Culinary and Social Event of the Winter Season. This wonderful YMCA Loudoun County philanthropy event is all about restaurants and chefs competition who showcase their culinary talents for the community through a night of networking, music, dance, free-flowing champagne and much more.

The signature portion of the evening is the BEST TASTE and BEST PRESENTATION COMPETITION as Loudoun’s most popular restaurants compete in the Desserts and Hors d’oeurves categories. Dishes are evaluated and judged by 5 professional food critics and our event guests. Winners are announced towards the end of the evening for Critic’s Choice and People’s Choice for BEST TASTE and BEST PRESENTATION.

For more information and tickets, go to: https://www.loudounchocolates.com/


Proudly serving the greater Ashburn/Leesburg areas (20147, 20148, 20175, 20176) Your support will help the Scouts of Troop 1158 purchase Troop equipment, attend training and scouting activities!!

Brown Double Shredded Hardwood mulch (3 Cubic Foot bag) - $5.25/bag* Enriched Black mulch (3 Cubic Foot bag) - $6.25/bag*

Special offer: Save your time and back! Have our Scouts spread your mulch for a low fee of $3.50/bag*

Delivery (1 day only) Saturday March 21, 2020 Spreading (you choose) Sunday March 22 OR March 29, 2020

Questions? Contact CeCi Sigmund at: 803-810-1158 or email at: [email protected]

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Ashburn Scout Troop 1158 – Spring 2020 Mulch Sale Order Form Checks made payable to: Troop 1158

Product # Bags Price Total $ Black mulch bag (3 cu. ft.) $6.25 / bag Brown DSH mulch bag (3 cu. ft.) $5.25 / bag Mulch spreading (select date)# $3.50 / bag Total Enclosed: $

Name:

Address^: Street:

City: Zip:

Email: Phone:

Special instructions for Delivery / Spreading:

^Delivery address (No condos or apartments please) – serving greater Ashburn and Leesburg areas (20147, 20148, 20175, 20176)

Order Online: www.troop1158.org (Payments processed securely via PayPal) OR… Return the order form below with check to:

Troop 1158 43183 Ribboncrest Terrace, Ashburn, VA 20147

All orders must be received and pre-paid by 5pm Monday March 9, 2020. No exceptions! We thank you for your support!

*Same low 2019 prices

#Spreading Date Preference: March 22nd OR March 29th, 2020

Please select your first choice. We will make every effort to spread on your chosen date. However, first choice is not guaranteed.


Covenants Enforcement ProgressAssociation Members expressed concerns resulting from the 2019 Association Property Inspections, specifically citing anxiety felt as a result of the Annual Inspections. Creating anxiety or feelings of disrespect has never been the intent of the annual inspection process. Since 2013, as a result of the annual inspections that started in 2010; the number of issues noted during resale disclosure inspections has decreased sharply. A fortuitous byproduct of the effort has been a substantial reduction of concerns about neighboring properties being reported to the Association; allowing neighbors to simply be neighbors and not have to police others.

Ashburn Farm Association is committed equally to representing those with concerns about the enforcement of the Covenants and Architectural Design & Maintenance Standards, as well as those that purchased a home in the community because of the protections provided by the Covenants and Architectural Standards. The inspections are meant to notify Association Members about conditions on their property that they may be unaware of, and that would be noted on a resale disclosure, so they may be addressed during favorable weather, and/or long before any plan to sell the property. The Association understands that repairs must be budgeted, extensive repairs even more so, which also may be impacted by scheduling and other issues beyond one’s control and simply ask that Association Members communicate any issues regarding home maintenance or modification issues so we can work together to resolve them.

The Association volunteers and staff have been reviewing the Association’s Architectural Standards, as well as the policies and practices governing the Covenants Enforcement process to ensure properties are maintained in accordance with good maintenance practices and that any anxiety or hardship is minimized. Those changes have been discussed at the Board of Trustees, and Architectural Review Board at public meetings held in October, November, December and January, as well as at ad hoc committee meetings to address that matter specifically. The fruits of that labor will be discussed, amended and approved at the February 4th, and March 3rd, Board Meetings ahead of the beginning of the 2020 Annual Inspections.

One of the enforcement practices to be approved will address prioritizing any violations noted on the property, so that severe issues can be addressed quickly, allowing less severe issues to be resolved at a pace that does not create anxiousness. The most severe, Priority One issues

will have an initial 90-day period to remedy the issue or contact the Association to discuss or risk the issue being escalated if uncorrected for more than 150 days . The Association will provide 150 days, up to a full year to remedy less severe issues that do not impact neighboring properties and have not been reported to the Association by another Association Member.

The Association would like to complete inspections on all 3,200 Lots during the warm months so that Association Members are afforded the time and weather conditions to tidy up or make repairs; however the Association will continue to provide guaranteed compliance period extensions to Members whose properties were inspected in the early Spring or late Fall upon request and is happy to cooperate with anyone with a measured plan to, or that is actively working on bringing their home into compliance. (Thirty-day extensions will be approved upon request; extensions materially longer than 30 days are reviewed by the Board of Trustees at a monthly meeting.) Members that receive a violation for large or costly issues like driveway replacements, etc., or have other pressing matters to tackle; the Association is happy to provide additional time to make repairs and asks that you reach out to the Covenants staff.

Additionally, the Architectural Standards have changes pending approval and relate to: decorative objects, lawns (weeds and bare areas) storage of trash containers, dirt/staining on rain gutters and soffit vents, Single Family Driveway Extensions, the use of loose stone, utility screens, chairs or a bench in the front of a home, mismatched colors, missing window screens, portable basketball goals, townhome driveway borders, as well as how the Association records color changes to decks / railings and fences. The Association will continue to review seasonal / holiday decorations or displays, the language governing the placement of decks and patios on a property, electric insect traps, the use of vines/ivy in landscape designs, artificial turf, and sheds.

Members may contact the Association Office to inquire about compliance extensions to allow timing around important events, budgeting, scheduling, hardship, etc. and so Please just reach out to the Covenants Department at [email protected] or (703) 729-6680 to inquire about a violation compliance date extension.


Boy Scout Troops 1154 & 1666Spring Mulch Sale 2020

Choice of 3 Cubic Foot Natural Shredded Hardwood Mulch OR2 Cubic Foot Black Colored Shredded Hardwood Mulch Bags

Free Delivery to Your Driveway by Saturday, March 28th To Your Greater Ashburn Area Home or Business!

For more information, please visit our website at www.ashburntroop1154.org or email us at [email protected]

Ashburn Boy Scout Troops 1154 & 1666 Hardwood Mulch Order Form

Troop 1154 is chartered by The George C. Marshall International Center and Troop 1666 is chartered by Crossroads United Methodist Church. Both troops serve the Greater Ashburn Community.

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To Order Online: Please visit our website: www.ashburntroop1154.orgPayments are processed securely by PayPal. Troop 1154 will NOT haveaccess to credit card information. A PayPal account is NOT required.

X Price Per Bag: $Number of Bags:

Email Address:

Phone:Subdivision:

City, State Zip:

Delivery Street Address:

Name:

**If you would like to specify a location on your driveway please use the back of this form**

10-24 bags at $5.50 per bag 50+ bags at $4.50 per bag

NOTE: Contact us at [email protected] to schedule post delivery spreading services by appointment.

Total Amount Enclosed: $ Please make check payable to Troop 1154

= Amount:

3 cu. ft. bags of Natural Mulch

To Order by Mail:1. Fill out the order form shown below completely2. Make Check Payable to Troop 11543. Mail order form and payment to: Troop 1154 Mulch Sale,

P.O. Box 4155, Ashburn, VA 20148

X Price Per Bag: $Number of Bags:

10-24 bags at $5.50 per bag 50+ bags at $4.50 per bag

= Amount:

2 cu. ft. bags of Black Mulch

X Price Per Bag: $3.50 $Number of Bags: = Amount:Optional Spreading Services

(10 bag minimum order)

Please contact us at [email protected] to schedule post delivery spreading services by appointment.

25-49 bags at $5.00 per bag

25-49 bags at $5.00 per bag


As the cold slowly dissipates, let's think about the warmth of the sun as Spring rolls its way into sight. It is never too early to

think about the pool. Look for information in the upcoming Newsletters about procedures

and application.

Feel free to contact the office NOW for information, obtain new passes, or update the old

pool passes.

Ask for Kristen,

(703)729-6680 or

[email protected]

Have free time? Have great event ideas? Enjoy organizing? Enjoy decorating and crafts?

If you answered yes to any of the above questions, then you would be a great fit for

the community ’s events committee!

The Association is looking for volunteers to help make the events all they can be.

Please reach out to Kristen, (703)729 -6680 or [email protected] to let her know your availability for a

committee meeting.


Library Corner

Library ClosingsMonday, Feb. 17-Presidents Day

Recurring ProgramsBaby Storytime - For ages 0-18 months with an adult. Mon, 10 a.m.; Thurs and Sat, 11 a.m.Toddler Storytime - For ages 18-36 months with an adult.-Tues, Weds, and Thurs, 10 a.m.Preschool Storytime - For ages 3-5 with an adult. Tues and Weds, 11 a.m.Musical Storytime - For all ages with an adult. Tues and Weds, 1:30 p.m.Family Storytime - For ages 0 and older with an adult. Tues, 6:30 p.m.; Sat, 10 a.m.Reading Buddies - For Preschool-Grade 2. Mondays, 5 p.m.Encourage your child’s love of books and improve their reading development by pairing them with a teen buddy for one-on-one reading timeESOL: English Conversation Group - For adults. Tuesdays, 7 p.m.; Thursdays, 10 a.m. An informal conversation group for non-native speakers to practice speaking English.

February ProgramsSTEAM Buddies - For preschoolers. Saturday, Feb. 1, 10:30 a.m. Teens lead science and math learning activities.

Lego Family Build - For all ages- Saturday, Feb. 1, 2 p.m. Build a Lego creation.

Low-Sensory Sunday - For children, teens, adults and caregivers. Sunday, Feb. 2, noon.The library is opening up one hour early to allow those with Autism Spectrum Disorder or other sensory processing needs to access books, computers and other resources while the lights are low and noises are kept to a minimum. Limited adaptive services will be available. Attendance is limited and registration is required. Register at https://tinyurl.com/seyrjrq or by calling the library at 703-737-8100 .

Young at Art: Tree Heart - For adults. Monday, Feb. 3, 7 p .m .No artistic skills? No problem. Follow simple step-by-step instructions to paint a “tree heart” on canvas. and teens.

Craft Tales: Hibernation - For Grades K-2.Tuesday, Feb. 4, 4 p .m .Stories, crafts and activities about animal hibernation in the winter.

Adult Book Club - Tuesday, Feb. 4, 7 p.m. “Not a Sound,” by Heather Gudenkauf.

Photography Fundamentals: The Exposure Triangle - For teens/adults. Weds, Feb. 5 & Tues, Feb. 11 & 18, 7 p.m.your shooting to the next level. Exp. not required-a camera that can be used in manual mode is recommended .

Art at the Library: James Goldcrown - For Grades K-5. Thursday, Feb. 6, 4 p.m.Learn about the life and art styles of James Goldcrown. Explore your creative side,take home your masterpiece.

Lunar New Year - For all ages. Thursday, Feb. 6, 6:30 p.m.Explore the Lunar New Year through performances, demonstrations and crafts.

First Friday Storytime: Hip Hop Hooray - For preschoolers . Friday, Feb. 7, 10:30 a.m.Express yourself and move to the beat of jazz and hip-hop music with Tiny Toes Dance.

Lunar New Year Lion Dance - For all ages. Saturday, Feb. 8, 1 p .m .Let’s celebrate the Year of the Rat! Dancers from the Jow Ga Shaolin Institute will perform.

Strategy Gaming - For adults. Sunday, Feb. 9, 1-4 p.m. Come play strategy games!

Homeschool Maker Monday: Valentines - For Grades K-8. Monday, Feb. 10, 2 p.m.Create valentines for your sweetheart or for Mom and Dad.

TEDxLCPL Ashburn Discussion: Parenting - Monday, Feb. 10, 7 p.m.Watch several TED/TEDx videos about parenting. In between, we will discuss thoughts, insights and ideas.

STEAM Club Jr.: Ice - For Grades K-2. Tuesday, Feb. 11, 4 p.m. Stay cool and explore the wonders of ice.

Teen Gaming Hour - Wednesday, Feb. 12, 5 p.m. Play video games or board games with fellow teens.


Library CornerBlock Party - For Preschool-Grade 5. Wednesday, Feb. 12, 6:30 p.m. and Thursday, Feb. 27, 4 p.m.Create towering wonders or whole new worlds with our building toys and Imagination Playground blocks

STEAM Club: Zip Lines - For Grades 3-5. Thursday, Feb. 13, 4 p.m.Design & create a zip line harness for your favorite small stuffed animal or toy. Bring toys along for the adventure.

Documentary: ‘The Quiltmakers of Gee’s Bend’ - Thursday, Feb. 13, 7 p.m.This Emmy-winning documentary follows a group of internationally-acclaimed African-American quiltmakers from Gee’s Bend, Ala., exploring their lives, history and journey as artists. A brief discussion will follow.

Library Playdate - For ages 5 and younger with an adult.Fridays, Feb. 14 and 28, 10 a.m.Coffee and conversation for adults. Toys and play space for children .

T. Rex Tea Party - For Grades K-5. Saturday, Feb. 15, 3 p.m.Put on your fancy clothes & your best roar to our tea party with dainty snacks & dinosaur crafts and activities.

Dungeons & Dragons - Sunday, Feb. 16, 2 p.m.Enjoy the classic role-playing game with your peers. Adventurers of all experience levels welcome.

My First Book Club - For Grades K-1. Tuesday, Feb. 18, 4 p.m.“Fergus & Zeke at the Science Fair,” by Kate Messner.

DIY Teens: Watercolor Prints - Wednesday, Feb. 19, 5 p.m. Create beautiful, quick-and-easy watercolor prints.

Kids Yoga - For Grades K-5. Wednesday, Feb. 19, 6:30 p.m.Learn basic yoga poses as we go through the alphabet with a certified children’s yoga instructor.

Geronimo Stilton Book Club - For Grades 2-3. Thursday, Feb. 20, 4 p.m. “Valentine’s Day Disaster “Discuss the wild places and situations Geronimo and Thea get themselves int0. Crafts to follow.

Tween Book Club - For Grades 4-6. Thursday, Feb. 20, 7 p.m. “One Crazy Summer,” by Rita Williams-Garcia.Explore different tween literature. Games, activities and book discussions. Pick up books at the Children’s Desk.

Messy Morning: Birthdays - For preschoolers. Friday, Feb. 21, 10:30 a.m. Stories, crafts and sensory play.

Cultural Explorers: Purim - For Grades K-5. Tuesday, Feb. 25, 4 p.m. Wear your favorite costumeDiscover the festival of Purim with the Jewish Community Center of NOVA as we do crafts and activities.

Nonfiction Book Club - For Adults. Tuesday, Feb. 25, 7 p.m.“Reading in the Brain: The New Science of How We Read,” by Stanislas Dehaene.

ESOL Book Club - For adults. Thursday, Feb. 27, 10 a.m.“Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress,” by Sijie DaiA monthly book club for advanced English-learners. Pick up books at the information desk.

Teen Paint Night - Thursday, Feb. 27, 7 p.m. Artist Eric Scott leads you step-by-step through the process and demonstrates the painting techniques.

Arm Knit an Infinity Scarf - Saturday, Feb. 29, 10 a.m.Learn the basics of arm knitting and walk away with your own stylish scarf.

Roots, Rock and Soul Music - Saturday, Feb. 29, 3 p.m.Flat-top guitar, driving rhythm, a little soul and visceral songwriting: Acclaimed Loudoun singer and songwriter Julia Kasdorf shows us what she loves about music in this live performance.


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Beer and Wine Tasting ~ Friday, March 13th from 7:00p to 10:00p

Easter Bunny Brunch ~ Saturday, April 4th from 10:00a to 1:00p

Beautification Day ~ TBD

Shred Event ~ Saturday, May 16th from 9:00a to 12:00p

20th Annual Summer Kick Off ~ Saturday, May 23rd from 4:00p to about 9:00p, followed by fireworks

Spring Community Yard Sale ~ Saturday, June 6th from 9:00a to 3:00p

Middle School Swim Night ~ Friday, August 14th from 6:00p to 9:00p

K9 Cool Off ~ Friday, September 4th from 5:30p to 7:15p

Shred Event ~ Saturday, September 19th from 9:00a to 12:00p

Fall Community Yard Sale ~ Saturday, October 3rd from 9:00a to 3:00p

Complete information with registration form will be available in the upcoming Newsletters, make sure to

keep an eye out for those. End of year events TBD, please look for those dates in upcoming newsletters.

If You have any additional questions, please contact Kristen via email [email protected] or 703-729-6680.


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It’s best to learn now so you have time to prepare at your own p ace. Join us to hear from a home stager to learn what the best trends are, and a home inspector to understand what a home inspection is about. This will minimize items on your buyer’s home inspection, which will save you money in the long run.

When: Thursday, March 5, 2020 Time: 6:00-7:30 PM Where: Weichert Realtors, 20135 Lakeview Center Plaza, Unit 100, Ashburn RSVP: [email protected] or call/text 703-919-7012 or 571-421-6530 Wine and cheese will be served

ASHBURN CLASSICS

The Ashburn Classics is a senior’s social club in Ashburn founded in September 2003 and is open to those who are 50 years or older. We welcome all seniors in the Ashburn area to join us at our monthly membership meetings. The mission of the club is to promote a social wellness for all members; provide general, social, educational and other information through the use of varied programs for its members; provide a variety of special events to the benefit and enjoyment of its members; and support and make monetary donations to selected charities.

The club meets the second Saturday of each month at the Mills Recreation Center in Ashburn Village. A few of our past events include barbeques/potlucks, line dancing, speakers on timely topics, trips, and musical groups. We had a spaghetti dinner in January. Activities for February through May are as follows: February – President’s Theme – a president’s trivia game and desserts; March – March madness with basketball; April – Easter with tea sandwiches and egg decorating; May – Wine tasting party. Watch for information regarding open house in the Spring.

The club also sponsors several satellite clubs; i.e., mystery book club, regular book club, bridge, Pay Me, Mexican train, Bunco, ladies’ night out, lunch bunch, and the Ashburn Guys. Most of the satellite clubs meet at the Ashburn Farm Windmill location on a monthly basis. However, at times a club may meet in a member’s home. The Ashburn Guys usually meet for breakfast prior to the monthly membership meeting.


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Ashburn Farm Association Non-Resident Pool Membership Authorization Resolution

POLICY RESOLUTION NO. 01072020

WHEREAS, Ashburn Farm Association (the “Association”) is a Virginia nonstock corporation and subject to the provisions of the Virginia Nonstock Corporation Act; and,

WHEREAS, Article III, Section 3, Subparagraph (b) of the Covenants of the Association invests the Board of Trustees with all powers for the conduct of the affairs of the Association which are enabled by law, the Declaration and the articles of Incorporation which are not specifically reserved to the Members; and,

WHEREAS, Article III, Section 3, Subparagraph (c) (2) of the Covenants invests the Board of Trustees with the power to establish rules and regulations for the use of the property as provided in Article IV and VI and to review, modify, and approve architectural standards adopted by the Architectural Review Board.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Ashburn Farm Association Board of Trustees has authorized two hundred (200) non-resident pool memberships for sale for the 2020 pool season, at a cost of $375 per family Membership, $175 for a single person, per year/season. The price to be prorated after the second week in July each year/season, reduced by $27.00 each week thereafter until the end of the pool season.

The Board of Trustees adopted this Resolution at a duly convened meeting on January 7, 2020 and directed that the same be incorporated in the Book of Resolutions.

Ashburn Farm Association

By: _______________________________________________

Steve Lovejoy, President of the Board of Trustees ATTEST:

_____________________________ _________________

David Tighe, Secretary of the Board of Trustees Date (Seal)

Signature on File

Signature on File 1/14/2020






*Extended contracts refer to advertising commitments for a period of six months or more. Pre-payment of the term is

required in order to take advantage of the extended contract discounts.

The following information lists the specifications for display advertising in Across the Fence. All advertising is due (copy and payment) by the 10th of the preceding month of the issue .

Space Reservation and Payment Requirements

Ad space is limited and reserved on a first come-first served basis . Payment in full is due for ad space before the deadline (except for extended term contracts – these are due at reserva-tion). We do not bill – pre-payment of ad space is mandatory. Make checks payable to Ashburn Farm Association. If payment is not received by the deadline, the space becomes forfeited. We will not refund payment due to missed deadlines for copy. Copy submitted must meet the required specifications. We will not be held responsible if copy is not submitted by the deadline even though payment has been received.

Advertising copy and payment can be mailed to: Ashburn Farm Association Attn: Alicia Young, Editor 21400 Windmill Drive Ashburn, VA 20147

Note: The Editor reserves the right to reject any advertisements for any reason. Ads that are deemed inappropriate or distasteful for this publication will not be run. No political advertising permitted. Advertis-ing orders cannot be canceled after the deadline without prior arrange-ments. Questions can be forwarded to [email protected] or 703-729-6680.

An Insertion Order Form must be submitted with ad. Forms are available at the Association Office or via fax and our website. Advertiser must provide in digital form (PDF or TIF files only, PC formatted). Ad copy may be in black & white or color. Ads will run as-is; no alterations will be made by the Association. Ads exceeding the proper size reserved will not run.

Advertising Information and Specifications

Ashburn Farm Odd Job SquadPlease consider the following young people for your odd job needs! The Ashburn Farm Association

makes no claim as to the qualifications of the below-mentioned persons. Please be sure to update your contact information regularly. Thank you!

Name Address Phone Age JobsIsabelle Bewley Wintersrun Ct. 571-439-6950 13 Pet sitting, Red Cross certified babysitterSydney Hall Windmill Dr. 571-278-2079 14 Pet sitting, Red Cross certified babysitter, car washingOwen Hall Windmill Dr. 571-278-2079 16 Pet sitting, yard work, snow shoveling, car washing Emma Kleinhans Wildrose Ct. 703-728-3737 13 Pet sitting, babysitting, car washing, mother’s helper, light housework, lawn careNathan Britt Silverthistle Ct. 571-271-8191 14 Babysitting (Safe Sitter certified), mother’s helper, yard workBlaine Wooley Hiddengrove Ct. 703-999-7309 13 Pet sitting, babysitting, plant watering, mail retrievalZeeshan Ahmad Dewberry Ct. 571-212-2798 11 Pet sitting/walking, babysitting, yard work, office work, snow shoveling, car washing, mother’s helper, house sittingConnor Moon Deep Furrow Ct. 703-999-3849 12 Pet sitting, yard work, snow shoveling, car washing Tyler Case Clearnight Ter. 703-723-6212 13 Pet sittingJaden Case Clearnight Ter. 703-723-6212 16 Pet sitting, Safe-Sitter/1st Aid/CPR Certified babysitterEvan Romito Applegrove Ct. 571-758-7776 15 Yard work, office work, car washing, snow shoveling, lawn mowing

Size Price/mo Extended Contract* 1/8 Page $110 $100/mo 1/4 Page $180 $170/mo 1/2 Page $350 $335/mo Full Page $700 $680/mo Inside Cover1/4 Page $220 $215/mo 1/2 Page $430 $420/mo Full Page $800 $775/mo


ClassifiedsBusinesses & Services

Children’s Consignment SaleThe largest non-profit children’s consignment sale in Loudoun County takes place on Saturday, March 14th and admission is FREE. Little Flower Consignments offers new and gently used baby and children’s clothing, accessories, toys, books, videos, games, baby gear, furniture, maternity and much more. All proceeds are donated back to the community via our charity, Divine Mercy Outreach and we accept credit cards, checks, and cash. We invite teachers, military & first responders to shop our pre-sale at 7:30am, but children are not allowed en-try until 8am. The sale is one day only from 8am – 12:00pm with a half price sale from 12:30 – 2pm at St. Theresa’s Catho-lic School in Ashburn VA. We always welcome new consignors and volunteers! Visit www.lfcsale.org for details.

Ashburn ClassicsThe Ashburn Classics February 8 meeting will be held at the Mills Recreation Center on Gloucester Parkway in Ashburn Village at 10:30am. Our guest speaker will be David Priess, a former CIA agent and author of two books. Refreshments will be served. All seniors in the Ashburn area are invited to attend. For more information, please call 703-723-3056. Please leave a message if there is no answer; your call will be returned .

PIANO LESSONSI am an experienced teacher with a Bachelor of MusicDegree in Music Education, offering private piano lessons.I include technic, theory, chord reading, improvisation, andclassical, jazz, and popular piano styles. Call Connie Oliveraat 703 .858 .7951 .

Handyman ServicesFor repairs in your home. Small jobs and odds and ends. Plumbing, electrical, water heater replacements, bathrooms, and more... Free estimates. Call: 571-426-2126.

PC/Laptop Repair + Network AdministrationPC, iPhone& Laptop Support, Security, Application Support, IT Forensics, Peripherals Servicing, Data Backup & Recovery, Repairs, Office Networks, Internet & Web, Helpdesk. iCon-nect Rx. Pc(since 1992). 21630 Ridgetop Circle, Suite 120, Sterling, VA 20166. Tel: 703-893-0034 | Email: [email protected]. | Website:www.myrxpc.com.

Happy Hatters (A Red Hat Club)The HAPPY HATTERS of Ashburn (a Red Hat Club) will hold their annual membership meeting on March 21, 2020, at Belmont Country Club. Please call Mary at 703-729-0308 for more information. You are invited to join us to learn more about the HAPPY HATTERS.

HOLISTIC GROTTO-Healing Mind, Body and EnvironmentsCertified in energy healing, meditation, and intuitive counsel-ling. Lots of group classes and one to one sessions (healings and readings). Ashburn and Dulles. PH 703-728-4656. www.HolisticGrotto.com.

Looking for A Full-Time Lawn Service?Spring is just around the corner...is your lawn ready? I offer a full range of lawn care services for single family homes and end-unit townhomes. Mowing, (including trimming, edging, and blowing off debris); weed control; lawn fertilization; aera-tion; and many other yard care services. Contact Dan Baltich at 571-278-1885 for a FREE estimate.

Certified Personal TrainerCertified Personal Trainer and Weight Management Consul-tant with over twenty years of experience would love to help you get stronger, leaner, and gain overall fitness. Learn how to be a healthier you! Call Debbie (Ashburn Farm resident) at 703-615-1665. Website: DebRuns.com.

Bane Electrical Service LLC/Small Commercial & ResidentialTrouble shooting experts! Specializing in High Chandelier installs, Recessed light installations and Home Inspection items. In Ashburn since 1999! Call (703-723-6501) or email [email protected].

PRIVATE MATH TUTORINGI will tutor your math student in your home. Improve their abilities in middle school, SAT/ACT, high school and college mathematics. Contact Steve Lubore, Ph.D. at 703-729-9248 or [email protected].

YOUR HANDYMAN SERVICESWe specialize in home turnovers for rental properties, resi-dential, and homes for sale. “Don’t delay call today, one call does it all”. Call us for a free estimate! 571-437-4113.

CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING A maximum of 40 words is permitted. Information is subject to editing at the discretion of the Editor. Ads submitted over 40 words will be edited as needed. Ad copy can be submitted by e-mail to [email protected]. Payment (where applicable) will need to ac-company any e-mailed ad in a timely manner to assure it will run. In order to take advantage of the discounted rates for Ashburn Farm residents, you must provide an address and daytime telephone number to accompany your ad. Rates are listed below.

DEADLINE FOR SUBMITTING CLASSIFIED ADS IS THE 10TH OF THE PRECEDING MONTH.

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Board Briefs (continued)...

explanation of these types of violations will be added to the website. The Board recommended continuing to include Priority 3 violations on Disclosure letters to ensure that the new homeowner is made aware of the items. A discussion was also held regarding making Priority 3 violation repairs a “recommendation”.

• Cross Breeze Place Parking & Wayside Circle Traf-fic Calming – Neighbors from Cross Breeze Place and Misty Meadow Place addressed the Board a second time regarding this topic, stating that the parking situation has gotten worse. Parking in this area has limited the view of the walking trail, and it is creating a safety issue for residents using the trail. A homeowner noted that many of the vehicles parked on this VDOT have antique plates, but they are not operational. The streets involved are not owned by the Association, but Mr. Cushman has met with officials from VDOT, Loudoun County, and the County Supervisor to find a solution to the issue. The County, the Sheriff’s Depart-ment, and VDOT are very limited in their abilities to make any changes, due to the fact that no laws are be-ing broken. Mr. Cushman and the Board will continue to work with these agencies to find ways to make the pedestrian trail crossing at Cross Breeze Place safer, and help alleviate the parking issues at the entrance to Cross Breeze Place.

NEW BUSINESS• 2018 Financial Audit Approval – A motion passed

(6/0/0/0) to approve the 2018 Financial Audit from Daly & Hammond. The B&F Committee reviewed the audit provided, and the members made a recommen-dation to the Board to approve it.

• AFIMS Licensing Renewal – A motion passed (6/0/0/0) to approve the AFIMS Licensing Renewal, amount NTE $8,200.

• Non-Member Pool Membership Resolution 01142020 – A motion passed (6/0/0/0) to approve Resolution 01142020, Non-Member Pool Membership, to allow 200 non-residents of Ashburn Farm to purchase mem-berships to the Ashburn Farm pools in 2020, at a cost of $375 per family or $175 per person, with amounts to be pro-rated as the summer progresses. Purchased guest passes will no longer expire at the end of the pool season .

• Surveillance Camera Data Security Policy Resolution 01142020A – A motion was made to approve Resolu-tion 01142020A, Surveillance Camera Data Security Policy. The motion was amended to change the word-ing of “community property” to “Association common property”. The amended motion passed (6/0/0/0).

• Pool Furniture Maintenance & Replacement – A mo-tion passed (6/0/0/0) to approve the proposal from Criterion to repair and replace pool furniture, at a cost NTE $11,000.

• Employment Contract Renewal, Jeremy Cushman Resolution 01142020B – This will be reviewed at an upcoming Board meeting.

• Article 4, Section 3 – Mr. Cushman recommended get-ting an opinion from the Association attorney regard-ing this section of the Covenants in order to determine if it allows the repair/storage of vehicles on private property in single family homes.

• J&M Landscaping Payment – A motion passed (6/0/0/0) to honor the request from J&M Landscapes to make two accelerated payments for January and February 2020, then reduce payments for the remain-der of the year, with this agreement to be written and signed in a formal contract.

• Annual Election – A discussion was held regarding the Annual Election and ways to increase the number of residents who return votes.

ADJOURNMENT • A motion passed (6/0/0/0) to adjourn the regular

business meeting to Executive Session at 10:27 PM . • The Board returned from Executive Session at

10:51PM. No votes were taken during Executive Session. A motion passed (6/0/0/0) to adjourn the regular business meeting at 10:52 PM .


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