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Past Issues June 2005 May 2005 April 2005 February 2005 January 2005 December 2004 November 2004 October 2004 September 2004 August 2004		Spring Ridge Review Newsletter July 2005 Board of Director's Corner NO MEETING IN JULY • The Board welcomes Karen Ritter as it's newest member, serving out the term of Ed McManus who had resigned from the Board. The term will expire November 2006. • Thanks to all those who volunteered to serve on the Home Owner's Board, we appreciate your willingness to donate your time to our community. • Residents are reminded that the common areas are not dumping grounds for yard waste. Every Wednesday, April through the end of November only, yard waste is picked up by a waste disposal company in Spring Ridge. • The Board has now heard preliminary annexation presentations from both the Baer and Beshers properties. We will keep Spring Ridge residents informed about the progress ofrequests to rezone and any other public hearings at the Spring Ridge website. • Please pass all items dealing with the security of the community to Lise O'Connell, chairperson of the Neighborhood Watch Association. Calendar of Events July 1 ~ Noon to 4pm - Blood Mobile at Visitor Center Parking Lot July 4 ~ Independence Day - Visitor Center Closed - Pool Opens at 10:30am and Closes at 6pm - 9:30am - July 4 th Bike Parade at Spring Ridge Elem. July 8 ~ 4pm - ACC Application Submission Deadline July 9 ~ 7am to 1pm - Sharks Swim Meet - Pool Opens After Meet July 11 ~ 7pm - Recreation Committee Meeting at VC July 12 ~ 7pm - Pool Committee Meeting at VC July 13 ~ 7pm - ACC Meeting at VC July 14 ~ 7pm - Hampton Court I BOD Meeting at VC July 15 ~ 6:30pm - Pool Float Nite July 17 ~ 6:30pm - Concert Series at Soccer Field July 23 ~ 7am to 1pm - Sharks Divisional Swim Meet - Pool Opens After Meet July 30 ~ Noon - Community Pool Party Public Hearing Notice Public Hearing: New Market Region Plan (Including Re-zonings adjacent to Spring Ridge) Date: Thursday, August 11, 2005 at 7:00 PM Location: Oakdale Middle School A public hearing is scheduled for August 11, 2005 before the Board of County Commissioners to accept public input on the New Market Region Plan including two proposed rezonings adjacent to the Spring Ridge PUD. Under consideration is the rezoning of the Bare/Nusbaum property, a parcel of land just north of I-70 between the terminus of Newport Dr. West and Newport Dr. East . Townhouse development is proposed for this property. Also under consideration is the rezoning of the Beshers property located off the terminus of Dresden Place and behind some homes on a portion of Spring Forest Drive and Saddlebrook Lane . Single family homes are proposed to be constructed on this property. A request to connect Quinn Road to Eaglehead Drive was not recommended by the planning commission but could be reconsidered by the commissioners. This road connection could create traffic impacts for property owners near Quinn Road . In addition, 13,000 to 15,000 new residential housing units are proposed for the region which will have impacts to local schools and traffic. Public comment is welcome on these properties and all other proposed changes to the region plan. Additional information on the New Market Region Plan can be obtained by contacting Tim Goodfellow in the Frederick County Planning Department at 301-694-2508 or at tgoodfellow@fredco-md.net . Happy Independence Day! The Visitor Center will be closed on Monday, July 4 th in observance of Independence Day. PMP, Inc. and your Board of Director's wish you a safe and fun holiday weekend. Independence Day Pool Hours The Spring Ridge Pools will open at 10:30am and close at 6pm on Monday, July 4 th for Independence Day. Thank you. New Assistant Community Manager PMP, Inc. would like to introduce Elizabeth Betancourt as the new Assistant Community Manager in Spring Ridge. She replaces Bill Bowbliss who resigned in June. Elizabeth can be reached at the Visitor Center at elizabeth.b@pmpbiz.com or 301-620-0782. Please join us in welcoming Elizabeth to the area. Thank you. Welcome New Homeowners: from Richard A. Gemmell, AMS®,CMCA, Community Manager I would like to welcome each new resident of Spring Ridge. You have selected a fine community to live in. Everyone works hard to keep the property looking good, which directly impacts property value. A few reminders would be in order for the new residents: • always apply for any architectural change on your property. If you are unsure, just call management at 301-620-0782. • Unsure about yard waste, trash removal, and recycling...call management for information. Enjoy your new community and the many activities and amenities that it and the surrounding community have to offer. Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any concerns or problems, I can be reached at the number mentioned above. Welcome again to Spring Ridge. Blood Mobile at Spring Ridge The American Red Cross Blood Mobile will be holding a Blood Drive at the Spring Ridge Visitor Center parking lot on Friday, July 1 st from 12 noon-4pm. The blood supply in our area is in desperate need of replenishing. Please call to schedule a donation at 1-800-GIVE-LIFE (1-800-448-3543). Swim Lessons At Spring Ridge Basic: 7-10 yrs., Beginner: 3-6 yrs., and Intermediate: 3-6 yrs. New Classes Added!!! Advanced: 3-6 yrs. Stroke Clinic: 7-10 yrs. Openings available in all sessions. $60.00 for 9, ½ hour sessions per child. 9-9:30am : Basic or Intermediate 9:30-10am : Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced 10-10:30am : Beginner, Intermediate, Stroke Clinic Private Lessons also available: $25.00 per ½ hour session. For more information, contact Liz Piazza at 301-865-7084. Classifieds Wanted: Women to form an in home semi-private Pilates Class. The instructor is Peak Pilates certified and willing to come to us! It's great exercise, with a great teacher! If interested, please call 301-695-6363. For Sale : 39+ Acres. Near Deep Creek Lake and Wisp Resort, Access & Spectacular View of Yough Lake , 3 Level House. Go to website for more details: http://traceyespada.longandfoster.net Book Mobile Information The Frederick County Book Mobile will be at the Visitor Center parking lot on Monday, July 18th, 2005 from 3pm to 7pm . If you need additional information about Library Services, please call Extension Services at 301-694-1615 Management Office Information Hours: 11am-5pm , Monday-Friday Phone: 301-620-0782, Fax: 301-620-2621 Please feel free to contact Management with any questions or concerns you may have. Thank you. Pool Committee News Comparing a theatrical production to our pool opening we can safely say, “The curtain is up and all the ‘backstage' elements of the pool show season are successfully in place.” There are rave reviews and SRO (Standing Room Only). June 5 th , Sunday was especially well attended. Comments from returning guards attested that they never remember such a huge turnout at our pools. The following are highlights, or as we call them “mini minutes” of the Pool Committee Meeting which took place on June 7 th : • Century Management reported that there was a very productive lifeguard orientation. • There's a new Health Department issue in place at Spring Ridge Pools requiring a lifeguard to be stationed in the baby pool. • Updated pool events calendar and pool evaluation form to be placed on the website in the near future. • Don't forget we now have water volleyball equipment. If any group wants to play, consult one of the lifeguards and he/she will set it up providing the lap pool is available. • Water Aerobics began on June 13 th , and so far it's a success! • Photos and names of all lifeguards are displayed on the message board at the pool. • Vinyl-coated, colorful pool event banner to be hung on pool fence before special events. Parking - We must insist upon your cooperation! Parking in front of the Visitor Center is prohibited Mon.-Fri. unless you have business there. Please comply. Reminder - Our lifeguards are there to insure a safe and happy time. They work very hard, and the tasks are far from easy. Please don't make their jobs more difficult. Clean up any trash you have created and see to it that your friends and relatives do the same. Be pleasant to the guards. Parents - We are encouraging Century to enforce the pool rules. In order to keep the age at 11 yrs. old to be allowed in the pool with-out an adult, children must follow the rules and respect the guards. Parents, please talk with your kids, and REMIND them to know and FOLLOW the rules. Another note: Pool Furniture is not Cheap, please don't allow your children to jump or stand on the furniture. Lifeguard Appreciation Day - Saturday, August 6 th . What can the community (YOU) do to thank the guards' Please email in your ideas. Too Much Sun? But you still want to enjoy the atmosphere. Check out the stand alone umbrella stands scattered throughout the pool area. Community Pool Party - It's still on for July 30 th . There is no rain date at this time. The D.J. will be there from 11am until 6pm. We're still seeking prize donations for the raffle. If you have any please contact the Pool Committee at springridgepool@adelphia.net . The Pool Committee is busy planning a delicious menu and of course there will be the ever popular *Coin Toss* !! If you were not able to make it last year, you've got to come this year! What a great time to socialize, meet new friends and neighbors or just lay back and enjoy the music. Sharkey's Etiquette Tip: Don't forget to shower before entering the pools. NO GLASS ALLOWED Pool Furniture is not Cheap, please don't allow your children to jump or stand on the furniture. Please clean up your own table and area, this is YOUR responsibility. No sitting or lounging at any of the steps to enter the pools, SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY Check out our website, www.springridgeonline.com/committees/pool.shtml . You will find: rules, party applications, events, pool evaluation form, email link, approved & not approved swim aids, Water Aerobic information, and swim lesson information. See Calendar attached for July Events August 5 th - Float Nite, 6:30pm-8:30pm August 6 th - Lifeguard Appreciation Day August 12 th - Teen Party (6 th - 12 th grade) Rain date the next day August 20 th - Adult Pool Party (Rec. Committee), 8:30pm-12:30am (rain date Aug. 27 th ) August 25 th - FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL August 29 th - Adult Only Hours, Monday-Friday 12 Noon-3:30pm Unforgettable Quote heard this week from someone trying to cheer up a “down-in-the-dumps” friend: “Relax, cheer up. Life isn't everything!” Enjoy yourselves in the water or on the deck!! Recreation Committee News The SUMMER CONCERT SERIES has gotten off to a fantastic start. If you haven't joined in on the fun, there are some dates left. Mark your calendar for SUNDAY, JULY 17, 6:30-8:30pm and gather for a relaxing evening of listening to great music at the soccer field. It's time again for the FOURTH OF JULY BIKE PARADE : all participants with strollers, bikes, wagons and scooters are welcome to join us at Spring Ridge Elementary School on July 4 th at 9am . Judging for the best decorated stroller, bike, wagon and scooter will begin at 9am . The parade will proceed down Spring Ridge Parkway , end at the soccer field, followed by a MAGIC SHOW and refreshments for all participants. If you would like to volunteer or have questions, please call Heidi Hambrecht at 301 846 7916. CALLING ALL YOUNG ARTISTS : The Spring Ridge 5k and 1 mile fun run/walk is Monday, September 5 th and the Rec. Comm. is running a contest to find a design for the front of the t-shirt. You must be between the ages of 5 and 12 to participate and you may only use the colors RED, WHITE & BLUE. Please submit your entries to the Visitor Center by August 1 st . All works of art will be displayed but only one will be selected. We can't wait to see your ideas. Any questions or to volunteer to help with the 5K, please call Melinda Yuhas at 301 228 3831 or Michele Kavanagh at 301 620 1777. ATTENTION WOMEN TENNIS PLAYERS: If you are interested in forming a Women's Doubles Tennis League, please contact Anna Walters at 301 624 4350. A BIG THANK YOU to Laura Garner for doing such a great job with spring T-ball. We had 60 youngsters participate in this instructional sport. Thanks to Frederick Real Estate Group for providing the players with t-shirts again this season. A BIG THANK YOU to Chris Smith for organizing another wonderful evening at a Frederick Keys game. 111 Spring Ridge residents attended the game and had a wonderful time. DATES TO KEEP IN MIND: 8/7, 8/14, 8/21-Summer Concert Series, 8/20- Adult Pool Party, 9/5-5k/fire house ribbon cutting, 9/10-fall yard sale, 9/17-youth soccer begins Please check out the Spring Ridge website at www.springridgeonline.com to find out more about all the wonderful activities planned by the Recreation Committee. ALL ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND the next meeting on Monday, July 11 th at 7pm at the Visitor Center . We will be taking nominees for the 2006 committee . Questions, please call Kim Shull at 301 663 7818.
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