Friday, May 15, 2009

Board of Directors Meeting — May 2009

Meeting called to order by Terri Nelson at 9:04 AM

Members Present: Terri Nelson, Andrew Moriarty, Mal Shah, & Rick Reichardt

Members Absent: Andy Sentgeorge & Andrew Moriarty

A motion was made by Mal to accept the April 17, 2009 meeting minutes. Seconded by Rick. Motion carried.

A motion was made by Andrew to approve the architectural request for 506 Gilmanton as submitted on April 23, 2009. Seconded by Mal. Motion carried.

A motion was made by Andrew to approve ARC request for 326 Millsfield. Seconded by Rick. Motion carried

A motion was made by Andrew to approve 5707 Highcroft ARC request. Seconded by Rick. Motion carried

A motion was made by Andrew to approve 507 Gilmanton ARC request. Seconded by Rick. Motion carried.

A motion was made by Mal to proceed with sending three owners to the attorney for collection. Seconded by Terri. Motion carried.

A motion was made to approve Fosters Pond Management Contract, the repairs at Candia and wet ponds and cat tail removal as well as the inspection for the Town of Cary in the amount of $4,800 by Mal, seconded by Rick. Motion carried.

The meeting was adjourned by Terri at 10:10 AM.

Friday, March 27, 2009

Swim Team News

Junior Coaches

Don't forget the deadline to apply for Junior Coaching position is 3/31. Email betsymonroe@nc.rr.com if you are interested!

The Highcroft Hurricanes Swim Team is looking for Junior Coaches for the 2009 swim season! Junior Coach is a salaried position which assists our head coaches with the younger swimmers on the team. The requirements are:

  • Must be between ages of 14-18
  • Must be a participant on the 2009 Hurricanes Swim Team
  • Preferably Life Guard Certified if of age (but not a requirement)
  • Youth Working Papers (by practice start)

Six and Under Safety Screening

Saturday April 4, 2-4 at TAC near Cary Towne Center. If you are unsure as to whether your child is ready for swim team, please come to this important safety screen!

Website

Our in-the-field reporter Banana Man has updated the swim team website with great information including pictures, on-line registration, merchandise ordering, and more! If you haven't checked out the website lately, do so at www.highcrofthurricanes.com.

Chili's Give-Back Night

Thanks to everyone who participated in our Chili's fundraising night! Hope you enjoyed a night without cooking! I personally had some awesome take out fajitas and chips! We have another Chili's night on Monday April 6, so mark your calendar! CLICK HERE to get a flyer to take with you that night.

Monday, March 23, 2009

2009 Highcroft Community Pool Rules

Pool Hours

Open from dawn until dusk, except:

  • 7:30 – 8:15 AM Monday, Wednesday and Friday for pool maintenance.
  • 3 to 4 evenings per year for swim team meets.

Pool Membership

The pool is for use of Highcroft Homeowners Association members and their guests. Please inform all guests and caregivers of pool rules and policies.

Safety & Security

  • No lifeguard on duty, swim at your own risk.
  • Children must be under active supervision of a responsible adult.
  • No one should swim alone.
  • Please keep gate locked and do not prop it open.
  • No glass of any kind is permitted in the gated area.
  • No running or horseplay.
  • Diving is not permitted as the pool is too shallow.
  • If thunder or lightning occurs, please exit the deck and pool immediately. Allow a minimum of 20 minutes from the last occurrence of thunder before re-entering the pool.
  • For security reasons, a security camera has been placed to monitor unauthorized use of the pool. By using the pool, you consent to this monitoring.
  • In case of emergency, call 911 – there is a phone next to the pool entrance as well as a first aid kit.
  • No bikes, scooters, skateboards, roller skates, or other recreational wheeled vehicles are allowed inside the gated area.

Maintenance

Please stay off the lane lines as they are expensive to repair.

Hygiene & Sanitation

  • If you have diarrhea you are not permitted to swim.
  • Swim diapers AND plastic swim pants are required for all persons who are not toilet trained.
  • Please change soiled diapers in the rest room only.
  • Please do not enter pool if you have an infectious disease, open sore or wound, nasal or ear discharge, skin infection, inflamed eyes, or bandages.
  • Please shower before entering the pool.
  • Animals are not permitted in the gated area unless they are required to assist disabled individuals.

In Case of Fecal Incidents

Fecal matter in the pool poses a potential health risk. When contamination occurs, please follow these steps:

  1. Instruct swimmers to exit the pool.
  2. If possible, remove stool and dispose of in toilet.
  3. Contact the pool management company at 795-8210 or 337-3135 and advise them whether:
    1. The stool is easily picked up and illness is not suspected, or
    2. The stool is loose, the stool is not easily picked up, or illness is suspected.
    3. By informing the pool company of the nature of the incident, we can minimize the amount of time the pool needs to be closed.
  4. Inform a member of the pool committee.

Courtesy

  • Lap lane is for swimming laps.
  • Food and drinks are not permitted in the pool.‡ Please enjoy picnics, snacks and drinks at the tables provided.
  • Please properly dispose of trash, pick-up dropped food and wipe down tables after use.
  • No smoking allowed at the pool or in restrooms.

Committee

Wilson Farrell, Chairperson – 469-5986
Judy Analco – 971-8172
Dan Godfrey – 469-9314
Anne Gomes – 467-9903

Contacts

Pool Management
Chase Pool Management, 795-8210 or 337-3135
Property Management
Omega Management, 461-0102

Friday, March 20, 2009

Updated Architectural Guidelines

For the updated Architectural Guidelines and Architectural Review Committee procedures, please click the link below: