Monday, March 28, 2011
Real Estate Signs
As many of us know, we've had some problems in the past with real estate signs being trashed in our neighborhood. The signs have been replaced several times, and I thought this problem was behind us. However, a few of the signs have been damaged again. Please, let's all remember that these homes are for sale. Vandalism may turn potential buyers away.
"About Boating Safely" Class
If you (or anyone you know) is interested, Jim will be teaching a boating safety class. He sent me the following..
Coast Guard Auxiliary Offering Boating Class on Saturday, April 9th at the Graham Fire House on 70th Ave. The “About Boating Safely” course meets the requirements for the boater education law of the State of Washington. For the 2011 boating season, all boaters, age 35 and under, who wish to operate boats and personal watercraft are required to have a Boater Safety Education Card. Other age groups will be phased in until everyone has a card.
"About Boating Safely" is designed to teach safe and enjoyable boating. It presents information to help boaters avoid problems on the water. You will feel more comfortable and confident about your boating activities after completion of the course. The topics include pre-launch activities, navigation rules and markers, required federal & state equipment, boating emergencies and safe water sports. The cost is $25 for the textbook and other materials.
Class is from 8:30am to 5pm. Please pre-register at graham.safe.boating@gmail.com Contact Jim Ehnborn @ 206-658-7887 for additional information or www.auxnorthwest.com or www.parks.wa.gov/boating
Coast Guard Auxiliary Offering Boating Class on Saturday, April 9th at the Graham Fire House on 70th Ave. The “About Boating Safely” course meets the requirements for the boater education law of the State of Washington. For the 2011 boating season, all boaters, age 35 and under, who wish to operate boats and personal watercraft are required to have a Boater Safety Education Card. Other age groups will be phased in until everyone has a card.
"About Boating Safely" is designed to teach safe and enjoyable boating. It presents information to help boaters avoid problems on the water. You will feel more comfortable and confident about your boating activities after completion of the course. The topics include pre-launch activities, navigation rules and markers, required federal & state equipment, boating emergencies and safe water sports. The cost is $25 for the textbook and other materials.
Class is from 8:30am to 5pm. Please pre-register at graham.safe.boating@gmail.com Contact Jim Ehnborn @ 206-658-7887 for additional information or www.auxnorthwest.com or www.parks.wa.gov/boating
Attempted Vehicle Break-In
The following email was sent from Cynthia, who lives on 230th...
I witnessed an individual trying to break into a vehicle in our neighborhood this morning. As I left my house about 5:10 am, I happen to glance over towards my neighbor’s vehicle and saw an individual squatting by the front passenger side tire. I stood and watched for a few seconds as I was not sure if it was my neighbor. It was hard to tell as the individual was wearing a dark hoodie and there was little lighting. When I said, "Hey" The individual looked over at me and then took off running towards the front gate entrance holding something in his/her hand. I immediately got into my vehicle and drove out the front gate in the hopes of getting a better look at the individual. It was too late as individual was gone. I believe the individual was on foot as I did not see any vehicles parked outside the gate for the individual to get into.
I called my neighbors to inform them that I saw someone messing with the tire but was not sure if the individual actually broke into the vehicle as I did not see any glass around the vehicle as I drove by. As it turned out, the vehicle had been tampered with. Many of the folks in the neighborhood do not turn their porch lights on at night. Since this incident, I have decided to try and make sure to turn our porch lights on at night, if for no other reason than to help deter criminals from breaking into the vehicles in our neighborhood.
I witnessed an individual trying to break into a vehicle in our neighborhood this morning. As I left my house about 5:10 am, I happen to glance over towards my neighbor’s vehicle and saw an individual squatting by the front passenger side tire. I stood and watched for a few seconds as I was not sure if it was my neighbor. It was hard to tell as the individual was wearing a dark hoodie and there was little lighting. When I said, "Hey" The individual looked over at me and then took off running towards the front gate entrance holding something in his/her hand. I immediately got into my vehicle and drove out the front gate in the hopes of getting a better look at the individual. It was too late as individual was gone. I believe the individual was on foot as I did not see any vehicles parked outside the gate for the individual to get into.
I called my neighbors to inform them that I saw someone messing with the tire but was not sure if the individual actually broke into the vehicle as I did not see any glass around the vehicle as I drove by. As it turned out, the vehicle had been tampered with. Many of the folks in the neighborhood do not turn their porch lights on at night. Since this incident, I have decided to try and make sure to turn our porch lights on at night, if for no other reason than to help deter criminals from breaking into the vehicles in our neighborhood.
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Entrance Lighting
I'm excited to share something that we've all been waiting for...
The HOA has hired MCE to install a light post at our entrance. The parts have been ordered and will arrive in a couple of months. It will be so nice to have a well-lit entrance!
The HOA has hired MCE to install a light post at our entrance. The parts have been ordered and will arrive in a couple of months. It will be so nice to have a well-lit entrance!
Thursday, March 10, 2011
Dog Waste
A neighbor emailed about the amount of dog poop that is taking over our common areas and parks. Dog owners, please remember to take bags with you and clean up after your dogs.
There also seems to be a number of non-residents bringing their dogs to Grand Firs and using our space as a dog park. I would imagine they are partially responsible for dog waste. Technically, they're trespassing but that's difficult to enforce.
I've asked the board to consider having a few signs made to remind people to clean up. No one likes stepping in poo! :)
There also seems to be a number of non-residents bringing their dogs to Grand Firs and using our space as a dog park. I would imagine they are partially responsible for dog waste. Technically, they're trespassing but that's difficult to enforce.
I've asked the board to consider having a few signs made to remind people to clean up. No one likes stepping in poo! :)
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