Our neighbor Jeff posted on Facebook about a FedEx package (Christmas gifts) being stolen off his front porch. He wanted to be sure the community knew about it.
If you see anyone snooping around, please dial 911.
If you head out of town for the holidays, let a neighbor know you'll be away.
Scott is continuing to work with the county to establish a neighborhood watch program. In the meantime, just continue to keep your eyes open!
Sunday, December 18, 2011
Saturday, December 17, 2011
December Meeting Notes and Voting Results
Meeting notes, voting results, and billing notices for 2012 dues will be mailed to homeowners soon.
About the voting... we didn't have enough "yes" votes for any of the amendments to pass. The board has been talking about mailing ballots to those who didn't vote, or possibly revisiting some of these issues next year.
I've been out of town and have been getting myself caught up during the last few days. I don't have any solid numbers to share yet (sorry!).
About the voting... we didn't have enough "yes" votes for any of the amendments to pass. The board has been talking about mailing ballots to those who didn't vote, or possibly revisiting some of these issues next year.
I've been out of town and have been getting myself caught up during the last few days. I don't have any solid numbers to share yet (sorry!).
New Board Member
The HOA board recently voted to remove an inactive member, opening up a position for a homeowner. At our last meeting, the community elected Tim Garber to fill the vacant board position. His term will be effective as of January 1, 2012. Congratulations, Tim!
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Christmas Lights Contest
Who's up for a contest? Our streets are all lit up for the holidays. Let's all vote on our favorites! Here are the categories:
1. Most Traditional - Which home belongs in a Norman Rockwell painting?
2. Most Colorful - Which home has the most colorful display?
3. The North Pole - If Santa lived in Grand Firs, which home would be his?
4. The Clark Griswold - Who really went all out with the decor (and will have the electric bill to prove it)?
5. Family Favorite - This one doesn't have to be the biggest or the fanciest. Which home does your family like the best?
The rules: Walk/drive through the neighborhood with your family and friends, and write down the addresses of the homes that best fit the above categories. If you feel your own home fits best, it's okay to vote for yourself! Please email me (grandfirs@hotmail.com) with your list no later than Tuesday, December 20. Winners will be announced the next day.
1. Most Traditional - Which home belongs in a Norman Rockwell painting?
2. Most Colorful - Which home has the most colorful display?
3. The North Pole - If Santa lived in Grand Firs, which home would be his?
4. The Clark Griswold - Who really went all out with the decor (and will have the electric bill to prove it)?
5. Family Favorite - This one doesn't have to be the biggest or the fanciest. Which home does your family like the best?
The rules: Walk/drive through the neighborhood with your family and friends, and write down the addresses of the homes that best fit the above categories. If you feel your own home fits best, it's okay to vote for yourself! Please email me (grandfirs@hotmail.com) with your list no later than Tuesday, December 20. Winners will be announced the next day.
Kids in Construction Areas
A neighbor wrote and expressed some concern over kids playing in and around construction areas. Please let your kids know that while these areas look like fun places to explore, they're not safe. Thank you!
Free Christmas Trees for Military
From Orlando:
If you are in need of a Christmas tree and are E-6 and below, head over and snag a tree while supplies last, no coupon needed. The trees can be picked up on North Ft Lewis side:
- Exit 120
- After going through gate, hang right at first light
- Next immediate right
- Follow road around to Northwest Adventure Center (pull around back to maintenance yard)
If you are in need of a Christmas tree and are E-6 and below, head over and snag a tree while supplies last, no coupon needed. The trees can be picked up on North Ft Lewis side:
- Exit 120
- After going through gate, hang right at first light
- Next immediate right
- Follow road around to Northwest Adventure Center (pull around back to maintenance yard)
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Been Busy!
A personal note from me (Mandy): I've been really busy lately with family, various illnesses (yay for having little kids!), HOA responsibilities and the approaching holidays. For the past couple years I've checked my email daily, but lately it's been more like 2-3 days. So if it takes me a little longer to acknowledge your email, that's why :)
I do my best to make gate inquiries a top prioroty, however.
Thanks for your understanding!
I do my best to make gate inquiries a top prioroty, however.
Thanks for your understanding!
Local Military Family in Need
From our neighbor Orlando... an Air Force family recently lost everything in a house fire (mid-October). This family doesn't reside in Grand Firs but Orlando thought it would be worth passing this along to our community:
As many of you may have already heard, SSgt Jonathan Abel's home on base was destroyed in a fire on Monday evening. SSgt Abel's wife and three sons, ages 7, 4 and 2, were there when the fire broke out but thankfully they made it out safely and no one was injured. While there are a few items from the house that may be salvageable, almost everything they owned is a total loss. The family is currently living in a temporary house on base while they assess what they need to replace.
As an Air Force family of 600+ people, we can step up and demonstrate exactly what it means to take care of one of our own. The family is pretty much in need of everything that it takes to start a household, (i.e. Clothes, pots, pans, plates, toys, linens, etc...) In lieu of specific items an account has been set up at Harborstone Credit Union for anyone that would like to make a monetary donation, allowing the family the opportunity to purchase more specific items that they need.
You can donate through the Harborstone Credit Union on base or in Spanaway and Puyallup but you must have his name (SSgt Jonathan Abel) to make a deposit.
As many of you may have already heard, SSgt Jonathan Abel's home on base was destroyed in a fire on Monday evening. SSgt Abel's wife and three sons, ages 7, 4 and 2, were there when the fire broke out but thankfully they made it out safely and no one was injured. While there are a few items from the house that may be salvageable, almost everything they owned is a total loss. The family is currently living in a temporary house on base while they assess what they need to replace.
As an Air Force family of 600+ people, we can step up and demonstrate exactly what it means to take care of one of our own. The family is pretty much in need of everything that it takes to start a household, (i.e. Clothes, pots, pans, plates, toys, linens, etc...) In lieu of specific items an account has been set up at Harborstone Credit Union for anyone that would like to make a monetary donation, allowing the family the opportunity to purchase more specific items that they need.
You can donate through the Harborstone Credit Union on base or in Spanaway and Puyallup but you must have his name (SSgt Jonathan Abel) to make a deposit.
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Burglaries in the Graham Area
Please read the following email that was sent to me from our neighbor Orlando:
Last night at about 0300 a burglar attempted to rob my house in Winterwood, Graham (co-located in the South Hill area, Puyallup). My dog alerted me, I rushed downstairs, checked inside and out, but did not see anything out of the ordinary at the time. I just figured the dog may have had a nightmare, or simply heard something that I did not. We went back to sleep.
This morning my wife called me and said that the living room sliding window was open about a half an inch behind the blinds. When she further inspected outside she noticed the screen was completely gone. The screen was found in my neighbor's yard (over the fence). I told my wife to have the cops come by and file a report.
The police officer told my wife that there have been string of burglaries (18+) in our area and the South Hill region in general. The 3 streets (in our new development alone) had all been hit last night between 0100 and 0400. I believe the officer said that they had at least 4-6 other related burglary calls. The officer went on to say that these people are very good and bold. The police have reports that burglars are bold enough to even hit rooms with occupants sleeping.
We were fortunate that our dog alerted me last night (I owe him a T-bone). We could have lost some valuable items. I share this obviously to create awareness for anyone who lives in this area and also to help remind people, not to get complacent when it comes to home security. Be aware where you keep valuables and high dollar items.
Last night at about 0300 a burglar attempted to rob my house in Winterwood, Graham (co-located in the South Hill area, Puyallup). My dog alerted me, I rushed downstairs, checked inside and out, but did not see anything out of the ordinary at the time. I just figured the dog may have had a nightmare, or simply heard something that I did not. We went back to sleep.
This morning my wife called me and said that the living room sliding window was open about a half an inch behind the blinds. When she further inspected outside she noticed the screen was completely gone. The screen was found in my neighbor's yard (over the fence). I told my wife to have the cops come by and file a report.
The police officer told my wife that there have been string of burglaries (18+) in our area and the South Hill region in general. The 3 streets (in our new development alone) had all been hit last night between 0100 and 0400. I believe the officer said that they had at least 4-6 other related burglary calls. The officer went on to say that these people are very good and bold. The police have reports that burglars are bold enough to even hit rooms with occupants sleeping.
We were fortunate that our dog alerted me last night (I owe him a T-bone). We could have lost some valuable items. I share this obviously to create awareness for anyone who lives in this area and also to help remind people, not to get complacent when it comes to home security. Be aware where you keep valuables and high dollar items.
Sunday, November 6, 2011
Pampered Chef Party - Nov 9
The following is from our neighbor Ashley:
What: Pampered Chef Party
Where: Grand Firs - 8317 228th Steet Ct E
When: Wed, Nov 9th 6:30-8:30p
Want to meet some of your neighbors?
Come check out the NEW Pampered Chef products while learning how to make a quick and easy meal! It will be fun, food, drinks, shopping and hanging with the girls...what a way to break up the week!
If you can't come but would like to order, you can go to the following website and place your order and it will be sent to you. The website is:
www.pamperedchef.biz/shelleyciolek
-click shop online in bottom left
-Option #1 enter Ashley Jones as the host
FREE, FREE, FREE: If you spend $60 or more you get to choose 1 cookbook or bamboo kitchen towel. Or choose 1 cookbook, bamboo kitchen towel, easy read measuring cups or smooth edge can opener if you spend $100.00!
Just think of all the Christmas gifts you could buy and then get a little something free for yourself :)
What: Pampered Chef Party
Where: Grand Firs - 8317 228th Steet Ct E
When: Wed, Nov 9th 6:30-8:30p
Want to meet some of your neighbors?
Come check out the NEW Pampered Chef products while learning how to make a quick and easy meal! It will be fun, food, drinks, shopping and hanging with the girls...what a way to break up the week!
If you can't come but would like to order, you can go to the following website and place your order and it will be sent to you. The website is:
www.pamperedchef.biz/shelleyciolek
-click shop online in bottom left
-Option #1 enter Ashley Jones as the host
FREE, FREE, FREE: If you spend $60 or more you get to choose 1 cookbook or bamboo kitchen towel. Or choose 1 cookbook, bamboo kitchen towel, easy read measuring cups or smooth edge can opener if you spend $100.00!
Just think of all the Christmas gifts you could buy and then get a little something free for yourself :)
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