3367 S. Wakefield Street, Arlington, VA 22206 September 2004
Annual Meeting
he annual meeting of
the Fairlington Commons Council of Co-Owners will be held Wednesday, October 6 at the Fairlington Community Center, 3308 South
Stafford Street, beginning at 7:30PM.
The primary purpose of the meeting will be to hold the annual Board of
Directors election for terms that are expiring and to discuss topics of mutual
interest to Commons residents.
The term of Patti
Burke is expiring. Patti has announced
that she will seek re-election.
If you are interested in running for the Board, please notify Michael
Peter or John Sinks by October 1. Nominations will be taken from the floor at
the Annual Meeting, and an additional proxy ballot will be distributed if there
are any changes to the election slate.
The Bylaws require that all Board members be Co-Owners.
Co-Owners elect
members of the Board and, within ten days, the Board then determines who will
fulfill the respective roles of President, Vice President, Secretary,
Treasurer, and Member at Large.
Please note that the
business of this meeting cannot be conducted if a quorum of Co-Owners
is not reached by a combination of those in attendance and by proxy ballots
provided by those not able to attend the meeting. This is an opportunity for you to hear from
your Board of Directors and to hear about the progress made in the last year
throughout the Commons. The Board would
also like to hear from Co-owners concerning any areas in need of attention or
ideas for new projects to be considered as part of the upcoming budget cycle.
Pool News
aturday,
September 11th saw the 10th
Annual Fairlington Commons End-of-Summer Swimming Pool Party. Continuing
the tradition of growth at community events this Summer, more than 75 Co-owners
and residents came to the party. Old and
new friends came together and enjoyed a beautiful evening with good food and
good music.
The
Board would like to thank Cathy and Arnie Malin for coordinating this event for
the tenth year in a row! Cathy and Arnie
have recently completed renovations on their home that used to be a double
Clarendon. They have also committed to
working on this party and the Great American Bake Sale for many more years.
The
Board would also like to thank Malcolm Peplow and Lefthand Productions for
providing the party with music. Malcolm
is a resident of the Commons and his company was responsible for the successful
Dive-In Movie this Summer. The Commons
is working on making that event a tradition starting next Summer. In the meantime, visit www.lefthandproductions.com to learn
more about Malcolm’s business.
Pool Season Extended
hile
daily pool operation concluded at 6:00 p.m. on Labor Day Monday,
September 6th, the Fairlington Commons Pool will be open, weather
permitting, Saturday and Sunday, September 18 & 19. On
the final day of proposed pool operations (Sunday, September 19), residents and
Co-owners will have the opportunity to treat their dogs to a dip in the pool
after it closes for human use. Check the
pool for details on this special event.
Spotlight
on the Community
Circle of Excellence Focus a
Success
airlington Commons has seen a lot happen
in 2004. There have been many good
things that have happened and a few bad things as well. However, a common theme has emerged – the
community is coming closer together. At
the different parties and get-togethers over the last several months, neighbors
have gotten to know neighbors and people have really been looking out for each
other. The community has had some
unfortunate security issues along the lower path and the snow and ice at the
beginning of the year created some unique challenges. However, through everything, Co-owners and
residents have come together for fellowship, fun, and to simply keep an eye on
each other. This spirit has always
existed in the Commons, but it has been reinforced throughout 2004. The Board has tried to keep everyone informed
of issues facing the neighborhood and has also worked to inaugurate some new
community traditions to give people the chance to talk informally and to ensure
that their concerns are being addressed.
In May, the First Annual “Meet the
Contractors Day” was a success with more than 30 people coming together to talk
about issues of concern. Without any
warning, Co-owner Bob Schuster agreed to be the chef at this event and
contractor Harry Tun provided all the partygoers with homemade egg rolls! Next year, the flowers and tools will arrive
on time for people to help beautify the Circle.
In July, pirates
invaded the pool as the Board presented the First Annual Dive-In Movie –
“Pirates of the Caribbean” on a big screen while people
enjoyed a potluck dinner. The Board
appreciates that Bob Schuster and Arnie Malin volunteered to cook at this
event. This was a success as more than
100 people attended and stayed through the movie. This was so successful, in fact, that the
Board added a second installment that was to be presented in August. However, weather did not cooperate. The Board is working with Malcolm Peplow and
Lefthand Productions to make this a monthly event in the Summer of 2005. Malcolm made this possible and did not charge
the Commons for his projection and technical services. The Board and all of the Commons appreciate
this help.
Just a few days ago, more than 75 people
attended the 10th Annual End-of Summer Party. Cathy and Arnie Malin coordinate this annual
event and it would not be the same without them. People had a great time and the weather could
not have been better. This also gave
people a chance to thank Bernie Weaver and all that he does on a volunteer
basis to manage the pool.
In the Fall, the community will see the
Second Annual Grand Illumination of the Circle of Excellence as well as some
other events tied to the holidays. The
point of the Circle of Excellence has been to focus on bringing the community
together. None of these events would
have been possible without the generosity of neighbors who offer their services
or see annual events as their responsibility.
Not only the Board, but all of the Commons thanks everyone who does so
much for the community.
The Board continues to work on the
issues that arise with security and maintenance. Chief among discussions at the Annual Meeting
will be the presentation on parking enforcement, the roofing maintenance plan,
as well as a report on Community Watch.
Even though the Board serves on a volunteer basis to manage on behalf of
the Council of Co-Owners and enforce the rules, none of this would work without
the dedication of people in the Commons who believe in the concept of a real
neighborhood where people know each other and look out for each other. Thank you to everyone who goes the extra
mile.
Your Co-Owner
Fees at Work
here
continued to be a lot of activity throughout the Summer as maintenance projects
were completed throughout the Commons.
The 2004 painting cycle has all but been completed and three decks were
replaced due to safety considerations.
The lower Utah steps have been repaired and roofs
have been replaced and patched. The
Commons Board has been working to address all the maintenance needs that arise
while also working on beautifying the common elements and working with
Co-Owners and Residents to achieve many of these goals.
The
Board has also been working to be more responsive to resident concerns. If requests are sent via e-mail, then that
request will be acted upon within a few days.
If requests are dropped in the mailbox at the pool, they will also be
addressed quickly. Many people have made landscaping
requests in recent weeks and all landscaping requests (unless there is an
emergency) are being put on hold until the large elm tree behind 3355 South
Wakefield Street has been removed.
This is an expensive proposition, but the tree has died and is in danger
of damaging homes. This is scheduled to
come down on or about September 16. The
Board is scheduling a walkthrough of the grounds in early October with the
landscaping company to address all of the other needs. Please be patient in this area.
The Board has contracted with Ben
Kinney, the Commons Roofing Repair and Replacement Contractor, to perform a
systematic repair of roofs throughout the Commons. Roofs that have some years left in them will
be re-caulked, flashing will be repaired, and the roof will be generally
re-sealed. For those roofs that Mr.
Kinney advises the Board need to be replaced in the coming two-three years,
extensive patching and re-sealing will be done.
This project will begin shortly and will last throughout the Fall and
Winter. Based on reports to the Board,
the following units will be acted upon first and then the rest of the Commons
will be surveyed for repair by Mr. Kinney.
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Address
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Problem
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3250 S. Utah St.
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Loose
Slates on Perimeter
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3266 S. Utah Street
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Flat Roof
may leak at edge
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3301-A S. Wakefield St.
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Roof Leak
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3304-A
and B S. Wakefield St.
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Loose
Slates on Roof
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3315 S. Wakefield
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Interior
Leaking
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3320-A
and B S. Wakefield St.
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Loose and
Missing Slate Tiles on Roof
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3337-A S.
Wakefield St.
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Attic
Leaking
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3339 S. Wakefield St.
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Loose
Slates on Roof
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3347-B2 S. Wakefield St.
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Interior
Leaking
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3349-A
and B S. Wakefield St.
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Loose
Slates on Roof
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3355-A
and B S. Wakefield St.
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Loose
Slates on Roof
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3356-A S. Wakefield
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Loose and
Missing Slate Tiles on Roof
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3357 S. Wakefield St.
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Loose and
Missing Slate Tiles on Roof
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3362 S. Utah St.
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Loose
Slates on Roof
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4627 S. 34th St.
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Loose and
Missing Slate Tiles on Roof
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4665 S. 34th St.
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Loose
Slates on Roof
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4673 S. 34th St.
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Interior
Leaking
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4675 S. 34th St.
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Rear of
Roof over Back Door Leaking
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4679 S. 34th St.
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Loose
Slates on Roof
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Due to the lack of space in this issue
of the newsletter, the customary list of maintenance requests and projects will
not be included. If you have requested a
maintenance item and it has not yet been taken care of, please notify the
Board. Every effort is being made to
stay on top of issues and to follow up with Co-owners and residents once there
is progress on an issue.
Watch Items/Enforcement Issues
Political Season
veryone
is entitled to an opinion in the upcoming elections. However, lawn signs and signs in windows
declaring your support for a candidate are not allowed in the Commons. Furthermore, it is not legal for someone to
deface another person’s car by either tearing off bumper stickers or placing
other stickers on a person’s automobile.
This is vandalism (which the Arlington County Police were investigating
recently on lower Utah
Street). Show respect for another’s opinion and
property.
Handbook
Revisions
t
the Annual Meeting in October, the Board will distribute updated copies of the
Fairlington Commons Handbook and the Condo Documents. The handbook will also be available on the
Web and will provide every Co-owner and resident with the proper interpretation
of rules governing the community. Thanks
to Co-owner Jessica McGrory for making this project happen.
PARKING – PARKING
o more than two cars
per unit (regardless of number of occupants) may be parked in Commons
spaces. Violating this contributes to an
atmosphere of distrust no one wants to see in the Commons. In addition, cars have been parked in fire
lanes with no regard for safety and on the grass with no regard for
appearances. This is a true affront to
the community. Follow the rules.
SOUTH FAIRLINGTON
BABYSITTING CO-OP FALL YARD SALE
Saturday, October 2, 2004 - 9:00am - 12 noon
(Raindate - Sunday, Oct 3rd)
Fairlington Community Center
Basketball Court area
The
following will be for sale:
*Children's
Clothing
*Baby
furniture
*Toys and
books and more!
The Babysitting Co-op is the perfect way to meet wonderful
Fairlington families who can help with your babysitting needs. For more
information on membership or the Fall Yard Sale, please call Laura at
703.998.8468 or Joan at 703.931.6361
Commons Contractors
he following contractors provide maintenance, repair, or
professional services to the Commons.
Advance written Board authorization must be obtained for work billed to
the Commons. Residents may individually utilize the services of our contractors
at their personal expense.
·
Refer
plumbing emergencies directly to William Anderson.
·
Contact Harry Tran directly when the
small black pole lamps around the walks are out or in need of repair/
·
Disclosure papers and refinancing
information should be requested directly from Marsha Murphy’s office.
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Service
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Provider
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Contact #
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Plumbing
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William
Anderson
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703-836-4716
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Accounting/Disclosure
Papers
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Marsha
Murphy
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703-370-9100
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Insurance
Certificates
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Jerry
Wagner
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703-631-2882
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Lights
& Smoke Detectors
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Harry
Hue
Tran
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703-207-3446
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Trash
and Recycling
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Rainbow
Waste
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703-818-8222
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Grounds
Maintenance
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BladeRunners
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703-273-8873
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Carpentry/Major
Projects
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Patrick
McCloskey
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301-633-5933
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Painting/Brickwork
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John
Healy
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301-888-1041
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General
Maintenance
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Patrick
Healy
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202-497-2997
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Pest
Control
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Ward’s
Pest Control
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703-532-3506
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E-Mail
Address Requested
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Fairlington
Commons Board of Directors
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President
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Michael Peter
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703 998-1257
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E-Mail:
Fairlington_Commons_Pres@hotmail.com
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Vice President
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John Sinks
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703 931-2660
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E-Mail: jsinks@comcast.net
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Secretary
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Wayne Winterling
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703 931-5781
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E-Mail:
Wayne_Winterling@americanchemistry.com
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Treasurer
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Patti Burke
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703 931-2897
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E-Mail:
pattisburke@msn.com
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At-Large
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Hugh
Baumgardner
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703 931-3973
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E-Mail:
baumghu@aol.com
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