There is an Alligator in my pool (and now ants)

The Ducks have decided that some of our pools are new ponds for them to play in.  Ducks are fun, except when they leave reminders of their visit.

To help keep the pools clean of “debris” we  recently purchased an Articulating Alligator to see if this device would discourage the ducks.  The pool we chose to trial the alligator in was F&G pool.  Unfortunately, the Alligator was viewed as a toy and ended up in pieces in the surrounding yard.

Karen Siegel was able to reassemble the Alligator so that we can continue to use it.

Please if you see the Alligator in your pool, it is not a toy.

I know that for some the Alligator can be a temptation.  If you need to, you can remove the Alligator device while you are in the pool.  Ducks don’t usually land when people are present.  Just remember to put the Alligator back in before you leave.

 

Thanks for your help.

While we’re on the subject of keeping our pools clean………

Remember, there is no eating in the pool area.

We do have a service that helps keep our pools clean and usable.  That said, food debris attracts ants and other wildlife.  In addition to the regular pool cleaning service paid for out of your HOA dues, treatment for ants is an extra cost that should not be needed if food is only consumed in areas outside of the pool.

 

 

Irrigation change on Fairway and Boones Bend – All fixed and up and running

All areas were corrected as of Tuesday evening – Thank you Garron Grounds and Steve Chinn

Post from this weekend:

Because of the construction on Boones Bend and Fairway a main line was broken on Friday, so the houses on the south side of Fairway will not have Irrigation water this weekend.

Fairway Dr addresses affected

8260, 8250, 8240, 8220, 8210, 8200, 8180, 8150, 8140, 8100, 8090, 8080 & 8070 

A golf cart or something like it hit a filter late Friday afternoon on the golf course side of Red 5. Because of the damage Garron was forced to turn the irrigation off on Boones Bend, and it can’t be fixed till Monday.

Boones Bend addresses affected 

32465, 32445, 32435, 32425,32395, 32375, 32355, 32345, 32305, 32287,32279, 32271, 32255 & 32251 

The plan is to have all this fixed by the end of the day Monday.

If you have questions Please contact Steve Chinn schinno@gmail.com

Irrigation change on Fairway and Boones Bend

Because of the construction on Boones Bend and Fairway a main line was broken on Friday, so the houses on the south side of Fairway will not have Irrigation water this weekend.

Fairway Dr addresses affected

8260, 8250, 8240, 8220, 8210, 8200, 8180, 8150, 8140, 8100, 8090, 8080 & 8070 

A golf cart or something like it hit a filter late Friday afternoon on the golf course side of Red 5. Because of the damage Garron was forced to turn the irrigation off on Boones Bend, and it can’t be fixed till Monday.

Boones Bend addresses affected 

32465, 32445, 32435, 32425,32395, 32375, 32355, 32345, 32305, 32287,32279, 32271, 32255 & 32251 

The plan is to have all this fixed by the end of the day Monday.

If you have questions Please contact Steve Chinn schinno@gmail.com

Aquacise – Summer Wednesdays

Try out the Summer Aquacise Class

Wednesday june 20th

10:30-11:30 (morning only this day)

Charbonneau heated saltwater pool, 8298 lafayette way

Come join us! it will be a “pay what you want “ donation class since its not part of our regular summer session. All are welcome, bring a friend!

 

Jules Official Summer Aquacise class will start  on Wednesday, July 18th

10:30 am to 11:30 am or

5:45 pm to 6:45 pm

Come cool off and get fit at the same time

8 Wednesdays – July 18 – Sept 5th:

Lafayette Pool next to the Rec Hall

$60 for 8 week session

Drop ins $10

 

In addition Jules will still continue an indoor Pilates class on Mondays

Pilates with Jules (July 16th – Sept 3rd )

Mondays only

Mondays NO FRIDAYS (and Fridays) 10:30-11:30am at the Rec Hall on Lafayette.

8 week session – $60

Drop in $10

Agenda for Monthly Board Meeting on 6/13 at 10:00 AM

2018 June CHOA Monthly Meeting
Wednesday – 6/13/18 – 10:00am to 12:00pm

10:00 AM – Welcome and Call to Order

**Minutes from May Meeting Approval – ALL
**Treasurer’s Report: –Sandie Maki

10: 15 AM – Old Business
• Murphy’s Green update – Karen/Steve
• Rec Hall C Kitchen update – Ron/Steve
• Revision of the Information Directory – Karen/Sandie/Janet
• Moss covered curbs committee – Email from Ann Bush
11:15 AM – New Business
• Appeal concerning painting of trim
• Addition to the Information Directory to give a heads up when homeowners install new windows or gutters how they should plan for future painting
• Organizing Guest Parking painting of strips for parking
• Energy trust Light bulbs
• Thank you for donation to the Rec Hall – Janet sweeper, Jan Vacuum
• Cleaning Fee charge for use of the Rec Hall? – Recent misuse

Addition of Agreement for the Pool use in conjunction to the use of the Rec Hall

11:30 AM – Open Forum
• Questions from Resident Attendees
• Questions from “Ask the Board”

What to do if you spot Honey Bees in CHOA

Please note that Honey Bees have been spotted in CHOA.

Here is a note from one of our neighbors – “Yesterday, Sunday May 27th…….Memorial Day weekend I was sitting by the F & G Pool about 4:00 when I noticed a swarm of bees on the side of the pool house.  They just appeared and swarmed for 30 to 60 minutes and then gathered on a bush to rest.  I thought they looked like honey bees (and they were).  I know that we shouldn’t destroy bees……….just report them.  Well, on Memorial weekend you can imagine how hard is was to get ahold of anyone for a non-emergency call.  Finally, I was in touch with “Debbie” in Woodland Washington (Preservation Bee Keeping) who gave me a local # (503-649-8577).  A very nice lady came out and was very happy that no one had tried to destroy the bees.  She gathered them in a box and asked if she could leave it over night, since as the weather cools most of the bees will get in the box.  She came before 7:00am this morning and took her bees”.

In addition, there is a Daniel Kovac who also works with bees.  He can be contacted is 503-628-1236.

Please do not destroy Honey Bees.  Please call one of the two numbers in this Post if you see Honey Bees.

Charbonneau Country Club to host reception June 2nd at 3:00 for medically trained residents

Please note that the “Charbonneau Country Club Emergency Preparedness Committee invites you to join them for a glass of wine and catered hors d’oeuvres at a social gathering for medically trained residents (i.e., nurses, doctors, paramedics).  This gathering will take place on Saturday, June 2nd, at 3pm on the Garden Terrace at the Country Club.  Please RSVP by May 25 to Karen at 503-694-2300 or karen@charbonneaucountryclub.com.  Please pass this invitation on to your Charbonneau neighbors who are also medically trained.  We look forward to seeing you there”.

 

How much does CHOA pay in Earthquake Insurance?

At the Annual Meeting, the question was asked about how much of our recent premium increase in Insurance was related to Earthquake Coverage.

We heard back from Jay Puppo (our Insurance agent).   He said that 38% of our yearly premium is for earthquake coverage.

If you have further questions please connect with Jay at:

Jay Puppo State Farm Agency

Bus 503.582.8181

www.jaypuppo.com

See more about our Emergency Plan at this link. Click here.

When will the Pools open

You may have noticed that the Pool furniture is out and the pool cover has been removed.

Per the Pool committee: Currently the Pools are being cleaned and will be ready and open on May 26th. Please have a great Memorial Weekend and enjoy your pool as you celebrate the start of the season

Crane Fly Application this Weekend

We have noticed some areas of crane fly in the lawns marked by green on the map below. They will be treated this weekend and it is suggested you keep your animals off the lawns in these areas this weekend.
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