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Spring Ridge Review Newsletter
March 2004

Board of Directors Corner-March 2004
Meeting: March 16, 2004 at 7 p.m.

1. The Finance Committee is looking for new members. If you are interested in joining this important committee, please contact Richard Gemmell at 301-620-0782.
2. The Recreation Committee has a number of events planned for 2004, and needs volunteers to organize a few remaining events. Please see the Recreation Committee announcement in this newsletter.
3. Spring Ridge will once again be using the services of Century Pool, to operate our Spring Ridge swimming pools.
4. Finally, all residents and renters living in Spring Ridge should have a copy of the covenants and Architectural guidelines in their possession. If you do not have a copy, they can be obtained from the PMP corporate office by calling 301-694-6900, for a cost of $75.00. Please do not call the Visitor Center. These documents should have been presented to you prior to your closing on a home OR have been provided to you by the landlord. If you would like to avoid the $75.00 fee, you may try and contact the previous owner or your realtor to obtain a copy of the documents. PLEASE BE ADVISED that you are obligated to follow the rules and regulations, even if you do not have the documents and/or you never read them.

Scooters, Mini-Bikes, and Such

Recently, management has noticed children riding scooters, etc. (gas and battery powered) throughout Spring Ridge. Management has also received many telephone calls expressing safety concerns for the children of Spring Ridge riding scooters. Children are riding scooters on main roads, and on the bicycle lane. They are riding without helmets and are not crossing streets safely, specifically, children do not look both ways before crossing. Management is aware of several occasions when children have not stopped at stop signs and almost caused an accident. We encourage parents to be aware of where in the community their children are riding . We also encourage parents to provide adequate safety gear, and safety instructions to their children before giving them permission to ride through the community.

Ecology Services Holiday Information

Ecology Services observes the following Holidays. There will not be trash removal on the dates below. Thank you.

New Year's Day (January 1st)
Memorial Day
Independence Day (July 4th)
Labor Day
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Day ( Dec. 25th)

It's no surprise that when a Spring Ridge owner sells their home, they walk away from the settlement table knowing that they received a great return on their investment. However, this article isn't about 'return on investments' or profitability but rather maintaining property value.

One of the primary reasons that Spring Ridge properties have not only retained there value but have increased nearly 5% per year, is that Spring Ridge is a well maintained property and the homeowners, in general, take pride in maintaining their homes and their lots.

We, in management, have the opportunity to see each and every home within Spring Ridge, on a monthly basis. Even though we are hopefully at the tail end of winter, which has been a rough one, we are seeing a decline in the manner in which a few of the homes are being maintained. I wanted to remind the homeowners, and the absentee owners of some of their responsibilities, that if followed, will enhance "property value".

Homeowners have the responsibility to:

1. Read and comply with the governing documents. If you don't have a copy, you need to obtain one.
2. Maintain their property according to the established rules of the HOA.
3. Ensure that those who reside on their property (renters, guests, relatives) adhere to all of the rules and regulations.

Every Spring Ridge owner is encouraged to continue to take pride in their property and to make any repairs that will ultimately help increase 'property value.

Spring time is a perfect time to do 'clean up' and when looking around your yards and home, look with a critical eye and make your property shine. Remember, it's your investment and it's all about property value.

• A current set of HOA documents can be obtained by calling 301-694-6900 ext: 1004, ask for Rhonda March.
• If you have work on your property, please remember to use the 2004 Spring Ridge Directory for a source of contractor listings.
  

Upcoming Events at the Spring Ridge Community Schools presented by the PTAs and PTSAs of Spring Ridge Elem., Oakdale Elem., Thomas Johnson Middle and Thomas Johnson High Schools.

March 2 ~ Schools Closed
March 3-4 ~ Walk-in Conference Sign ups - TJHS
March 4 ~ Conference Sign ups - TJMS
March 5 ~ Phone-in Conference Sign ups - TJHS
March 8 ~ 7pm - PTSA Executive Meeting - TJMS
March 8-12 ~ Book Fairs - OES & TJMS
March 9 ~ 8am - Parents and Pastries - OES
7pm - PTA Meeting - SRES
7pm - PTA Meeting - OES
7pm - Safe and Sane Meeting - TJHS
March 11 ~ School starts 4 hours late
March 12 ~ School ends 3 hours early
Science Fair - OES
Dress-up Day - OES
March 16 ~ 7pm - PTSA General Meeting - TJHS
March 23 ~ 7pm - PTA County Council Meeting w/ BOE - Monocacy MS
March 26 ~ 7pm - SGA Dance - TJMS

For more information, please contact the respective schools. Times and dates are subject to change.

Parking Concerns

Recently, Management has been made aware of parking concerns in the community. Specifically, residents are parking their vehicles on the sidewalks in front of their homes and not pulling their vehicles completely into their driveways. Management would like to remind residents that doing this blocks the right of way to pedestrians and should not be done. We appreciate your cooperation. Thank you.

Calendar of Events

March 4 ~ 7pm - Recreation Committee Meeting in VC
March 5 ~ ACC Deadline
March 10 ~ 7pm - ACC Meeting in VC
March 16 ~ 7pm - Conservancy BOD Meeting in VC
March 17 ~ 7pm - FAN Club Social in VC
March 27 ~ 11am to 1pm - Recreation Committee Easter Egg Hunt at Spring Ridge Soccer Field
March 28 ~ (RAIN DATE) - 11am to 1pm - Recreation Committee Easter Egg Hunt

Classifieds

For Sale:

Baby Crib. Just like brand new. 5 in 1 crib that turns into a full size bed or day bed. $200 OBO. Call Christina at 301-668-2425.

Exercise Machine. Tony Little Gazelle Elite - As seen on television. Still brand new. Original Price was $414.95, Asking for $220 OBO. Call Christina at 301-668-2425

Mink Coat. Like new, reversible, one side Mink, one side Brown Leather, warm. $1,000. Call 301-668-0435.

2000 Honda Accord. Hunter Green, perfect condition, commuter miles-70,000. $11,000. Call Dorothy at 301-831-4353.

Frederick Baseball Association

The Frederick Baseball Association for 12 and under Baseball, and 14 and under Girls Softball, is holding spring registration on Saturdays and Sundays, February 21 through March 14, 2004 1pm to 4pm at Staley State Park (across from North Frederick Elementary School (Motter Avenue and 10th Street). For more information call 301-695-9066.

All Terrain Vehicles

Management has recently become aware of some residents riding All Terrain Vehicles (ATV's) on the common area property of Spring Ridge. We would like to remind these residents that ATV's are prohibited from riding on the common areas of Spring Ridge. If anyone sees an ATV being ridden on any of the common areas of Spring Ridge, please report it immediately to Management at 301-620-0782. Thank you for your cooperation.

Boy Scout Mulch Sale

Boy Scout Troop 371 will be holding a Mulch Sale on Saturday, April 3, 2004. Residents may pre-order the mulch and have the option of picking up it up at the Visitor Center or having it delivered home. For more information, please call Pam Eaton at 301-831-6560.

Winter Weather

It has come to our attention that residents are leaving their shovels, brooms, sleds, and other winter equipment at the front of their properties long after the weather event has ceased. We would like to remind you that storage of items at the front of properties is prohibited. We will understand the items being left out during the weather event, but we ask that you bring them in when you are finished with them. Your cooperation in keeping Spring Ridge an attractive community is appreciated.

Neighborhood Watch Needs Revived at Spring Ridge

If you were not able to attend the Annual Meeting this past November, you missed Dfc. Kevin White of the Frederick County Sheriff's Department. Officer White spoke about the Neighborhood Watch program in Frederick County and the need to rekindle interest here within Spring Ridge. Officer White indicated that Spring Ridge is a relatively quiet community but we are not without some problems. And in an effort to maintain the safe, quiet status, the Neighborhood Watch program must be revitalized. The program needs block captains to volunteer to promote, disseminate, and support the Neighborhood Watch program.

Let this be the year that you actually pitch in and volunteer.

Please contact Dfc. Kevin White at 301-694-2167

Pet Noises

Management has received numerous calls regarding pets that bark, cry, whine, or disturb the calm and quiet of the community. Management understands that pets make noise in a reasonable manner frequently. However, when pets make noise that causes a disturbance, owners need to be aware of the rules and regulations regarding the matter. Management has contacted Frederick County Animal Control. They provided information regarding the time frame animals shall not disturb the peace. Those hours are from 10 pm until 7am. For further information residents may either call Animal Control directly at 301-694-1546 or the visitor center at 301-620-0782. Management appreciates your cooperation in keeping Spring Ridge a quiet and peaceful community.

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