- Always make sure all windows are rolled up all the way, your car is locked and take your keys. Never leave spare keys in the car.
- Don't leave any items visible inside your car, or valuables in the trunk. If your car is unlocked, a thief can still get into your trunk if there is a trunk release button.
- Don't leave your car title or any other important papers inside your car.
Friday, October 26, 2018
Car break-ins reported
On October 25, sometime after 8 p.m., five vehicles in the Wellesley Woods apartment complex had their windows smashed and items stolen from inside the car. Stratford Manor residents are reminded to always lock your car and never leave any items visible inside the car.
October-November News
Owners turn out for annual meeting
The Stratford Manor homeowners Association’s annual meeting on Oct. 18 was a lively and sometimes-raucous gathering-- a healthy, democratic exercise reminiscent of an old-fashioned town hall meeting.
John Gullett, president of the SMA, presided over a meeting that included a review of accomplishments and failures in 2018, the election of five new board members, the defeat of a proposed bylaws amendment, and a report on the board’s opinion survey of Stratford Manor homeowners.
Nearly 40 homeowners turned out for the meeting, which was held at Christ United Methodist Church on Deep Creek Road. “Our residents are known for being outspoken,” said Gullett, “and we had lots of opinions expressed on a wide variety of topics. It was pretty amazing to be a part of such an exciting event. I am glad I brought a gavel!”
Gullett said the audience peppered each presentation with questions, “so much so that when we reached the open forum segment, there weren’t any questions left unasked.” The meeting adjourned shortly after 8:30 p.m.
He praised the two outgoing board members, Betty Snyder and Bev Forrester, “for all the hours you invested in helping our community, and for all the great ideas you brought to our board meetings.” The third outgoing board member, Tonita Hoe, successfully ran for reelection to the board.
In addition to Ms. Hoe, four others were elected to the board in a race that attracted seven candidates (see separate story on new board members). The board needed a total of five board members because the then-current board was two directors short of the required nine. “The board was delighted that Nominating chair Betty Snyder was able to line up such a strong list of board candidates,” said Gullett.
A proposed amendment to the bylaws that would eliminate the requirement that the board have nine directors was defeated due to a lack of three-quarters of homeowners participating in the voting. “We didn’t do a good job of selling this amendment, “ said Gullett. “Now we have to decide whether to further pursue the issue.”
He also recognized homeowner Nancy Allen, “who again worked tirelessly in overseeing our landscaping activities this year.”
Robbi Henry, Advanced Association Management Group’s property manager for Stratford Manor, reviewed the association’s financial picture, commenting that “Stratford Manor has a very healthy balance sheet.” Ms. Henry also supervised the counting of ballots and other votes in the meeting.
Gullett provided an overview of the board’s accomplishments and shortfalls for the year, including the thorough cleanup from last January’s snowfall, repair of a sidewalk behind several units on Sloan Place, extensive tree and shrub trimming, installation of lighting for one of three Stratford Manor signs, routine maintenance throughout the community, and resumption of the printed version of this newsletter.
The owners and board members also engaged in a lengthy discussion of the results of the recent owner opinion survey (see President’s Corner), followed by a committee report on a still-ongoing review of the community’s rules and regulations, presented by Tonita Hoe.
“It’s been quite a mixed-bag of successes and shortfalls this year,” said Gullett. “In some ways we are still a work in progress. But I can assure you that the board remains sharply focused on making a positive and lasting contribution to the well-being of an ever-changing Stratford Manor.”
President’s Corner
When I joined the SMA board one year ago, residents began approaching me with their thoughts about various rules and regulations that they either detested or took pride in. While I thought little of it at the time, that turned out to be an early indication of a split between those who want to preserve our existing rules and regulations as is, and those who think some of them need updating . That division was evident in the results of our recent owners’ survey.
The survey, which was completed in September, was a topic of lively discussion at the Oct. 18 annual meeting of the SMA. Fellow board member Satori Gregorakis and I compiled the results of the survey and announced our findings at the annual meeting.
A total of 44 owners who live in Stratford Manor took part in our survey, representing 43 percent of all owner-occupied homes. In addition to what they thought of the board and the property management firm, owners were asked how they felt about the association’s governing standards. All but three owners agreed with the statement, “They help protect and enhance property values.”
But when we asked if there were any standards they would like to see changed, 51 percent said “Yes” and 49 percent said “No”. This suggests that we have two camps in our community. There are those who want us to maintain the standards and ambiance that our forefathers created back in the 1980s. Then there are those who argue that our community is more diverse that it was in the beginning, and so our standards should reflect that. This split seems consistent with the fact that well over half of those surveyed moved into Stratford Manor after 1999.
Many of the people arguing for change said we should relax the rules restricting Christmas decorations, biking, and other recreational activities for families. A subcommittee of the board is now studying these issues, and our newly expanded board will tackle this project in the coming weeks and possibly months. We are not taking sides, but rather trying to find the right balance between the various viewpoints in our community.
There was more agreement on most of the other elements on the survey. For example, 79 percent of those surveyed felt some degree of satisfaction with our landscaping work; 82 percent expressed some satisfaction with AAMG, our property management firm; 85 percent expressed some degree of satisfaction with the board; and 82 percent rated this newsletter good. This is welcomed news, considering we often hear more complaints than compliments.
Thank you for giving us your valuable feedback.
John Gullett
Five new directors elected
Stratford Manor Association owners elected five new directors to its board at the association’s annual meeting on Oct. 18, in one of the more competitive events in recent SMA history.
A total of seven owners threw their names in the hat, with the five-highest vote getters winning a seat on the nine-person board.
Here are the five newly elected directors:
Tonita B. Hoe, 124 Kenilworth Dr. Tonita’s three-year term expired at the annual meeting but she decided to run for reelection, “because I feel that I can provide a different perspective and would like to see the board continue to grow and improve.”
Nancy R. Allen, 172 Wellesley Dr. Nancy, who supervised our lawn service in 2018, said she has lived in Stratford Manor for 26 years and previously served on the board. She said she wanted to join the board again, “to continue to help make Stratford Manor a fabulous place to live.”
Katie Johnston, 135 Wellesley Dr. Katie, who works at Christopher Newport University, said “I believe it is our responsibility to contribute to our community, and after living here for three years I feel it is my time to give back.” She said she hopes to help focus the board on opportunities for community building.
Caroline Langdon, 145 Sloan Pl. Caroline has lived in Stratford Manor since 2013. She is retired but works part time at the nearby Ace Hardware. She ran for the board seat because “I am interested in keeping our community safe and secure, and want to help preserve the integrity of Stratford Manor.”
Linda White, 142 Kenilworth Dr. Linda, who has lived in Stratford Manor for 15 years, also previously served on the board. “I know the bylaws and rules,” she said, “and I want to make Stratford Manor a place where we all can be proud to live.”
Next Board Meeting
The SMA board will hold a special organizational meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2018 at 5:30 p.m., at Nancy Allen’s home at 172 Wellesley Dr.
The meeting’s abbreviated agenda includes election of officers and appointment of committee members so that work can begin on year-end activities, as well as other items.
As always, Stratford Manor homeowners are welcome.
Drainage project activity picks up
The long-delayed drainage project in Stratford Manor showed new signs of life in mid-October with the pouring of concrete for an artificial swale behind 141-147 Wellesley Dr.
The 20-inch-wide, 100-foot-long swale, the first of three planned in various locations in the community, is designed to improve water runoff in areas where drainage is poor.
E.W. Muller, the contractor for the project, said he hopes to move to the other two locations—another one on Wellesley and one on Sloane Place-- before the end of October. The contract was signed in December of last year, but a harsh winter and heavy rain in the spring and summer months, along with other factors, plagued the project throughout the year.
Christmas Tea planned for Sunday, Dec. 9
Bob and Barbara Lucas, who moved into 156 Wellesley Dr. in 2017, are hosting what is billed as “a Christmas Tea” from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday afternoon, Dec. 9—and all Stratford Manor owners are invited.
“We wanted to do some sort of a ‘meet and greet’ event so we could meet more of our neighbors,” said Barbara. “With the holiday season approaching, we decided it would be a great time to throw a neighborhood party!”
The Dec. 9 event will be held at the Lucas home. No RSVPS are required.
“We will provide the coffee, tea and juice, and some finger food,” said Barbara. “Neighbors don’t need to bring anything, unless they want something different to drink.”
Preventing crime takes a community effort
Homeowners voiced concern at the Annual Meeting about safety and security. According to the National Crime Prevention Council (ncpc.org), there are a number of things we can do to keep Stratford Manor a safe place to live. The most important thing we can do to reduce crime is to work together.
Get to know your neighbors and keep an eye on the neighborhood. Report suspicious activity to police and to the SMA board. Keep spare keys with a trusted neighbor or nearby family member, not under a doormat or planter. Set timers on lights when you’re away from home. Turn your porch light on at night. Eliminate places an intruder might hide by cutting back trees or shrubs, especially near windows and doors.
Theft from parked cars is an all too common problem. Throughout Newport News, police are reporting an alarming spike in the rise of theft from automobiles – and, surprisingly enough, most of the automobiles were left unlocked. Newport News Police offers following tips to help keep your belongings and car safe:
·Always make sure all windows are rolled up all the way, lock your car, and take your keys. Do not leave spare keys in your car.
· Don’t leave valuables in your car or in the trunk. If your car is unlocked, a thief can still gain access to your trunk if your car has a trunk release button on the inside.
· Do not leave important papers, especially a car title, in your automobile. Be sure to record the serial numbers of aftermarket stereos, or other items and leave them in a safe place at home.
If you have experienced a theft call 911 or the police non-emergency number at 247-2500.
Trash Pickup Schedule
Oct. 30—Trash, recycling & bulk
Nov. 6—Trash only
Nov. 14—Weds pick-up due to Veterans Day Holiday. Trash, recycling & bulk
Nov. 20—Trash only
Nov. 27—Trash, recycling & bulk
Dec. 4—Trash only
Dec. 11—Trash, recycling & bulk
Dec. 18—Trash only
Dec. 26—Weds pick-up due to Christmas Holiday. Trash, recycling & bulk
If your container was missed during collection, call 757-933-2311.
Remember: Trash receptacles should be curbside for collection no earlier than 3pm on Monday for collection on Tuesday and removed from the street
by 6pm on Wednesday.
Saturday, September 1, 2018
Caution: Youths soliciting in Stratford Manor
SMA residents are cautioned that two youths are going door-to-door in our community today (Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018), allegedly looking for work. Soliciting is not permitted in Stratford Manor and this is posted on our signs. If you engage with these youth, use caution, and inform them that SMA is private property and that soliciting is not permitted. While these young people may genuinely be seeking to earn honest money, they may also be looking to make some dishonest money - picking up packages on porches or burglarizing homes where the owner is away.
Wednesday, August 22, 2018
August - September News
President’s Corner
It’s been over a year since the Stratford Manor Association switched from self-managing to a partnership with a property management company to help run things in our community. But there are still some residents who feel that we would be better off being self-managed.
Why? Some long-time residents say that past SMA boards could perform all of the functions now being handled by AAMG, our property management firm, plus those of the association. Perhaps so. But it is important to understand that managing an association today is much more complicated. Among other things, we have to deal with increased legislative and regulatory oversight, financial and economic pressures, and an aging infrastructure.
And dealing with all that in a self-managed approach falls on the shoulders of board and committee members-- who are all volunteers. They have their own lives to run, and find it increasingly difficult to handle all of the responsibilities that come with managing a community the size and complexity of ours.
“Property management is our only choice,” said Board member Toni Hoe. “We don’t have the expertise to handle the big jobs that we have to deal with today. Property management keeps us abreast of all the laws and keeps track of all of our financial transactions related to each owner,” she added.
Indeed, financial management is probably one of the biggest functions facing homeowner associations today. This can be extremely detailed, because we have to conform to the types of reports required by Virginia laws. Property managers make sure we are in compliance, and ensure that we do all the necessary annual reviews and audits.
In short, going back to relying solely on volunteers to manage our association simply would not work. The number of residents who volunteer today is too small, and a much broader scope of expertise is needed to manage associations than in the past.
One additional benefit of our current arrangement: a professional property manager—not a fellow resident-- confronts violators about late payments, unkempt property, or architectural modifications.
It’s also worth noting that we have a “portfolio manager”. We are not large enough to justify a full-time property manager, so we went with a firm where they manage multiple associations. In effect, we are paying for a percentage of that manager’s time. They can’t devote all their time to Stratford Manor.
Lastly, it’s important to keep in mind that the SMA board still has the responsibility of running the association. We simply use the services of a property management firm to handle much of the day-to-day operations, help us comply with all the legal requirements, and ensure that every dollar is spent wisely.
- John Gullett
Homeowner survey coming soon
Do you ever feel like you are part of the silent majority of Stratford Manor homeowners? Your chance to overcome that feeling is just around the corner. Sometime in August the SMA board will mail all homeowners an attitude survey asking your opinions on a wide range of topics, including what you like most about living here and what you would like to see changed.
"We know that homeowners elected us to make decisions on their behalf,” said SMA president John Gullett. “But we think it’s also important to get a sense of the residents’ general attitudes about major aspects of our community. This kind of feedback can be invaluable to us as we tackle the major issues of the association going forward.”
Gullett said the survey will be relatively brief, but will allow for comments on a variety of topics. A self-addressed, stamped envelope will be included to allow survey participants to mail their completed survey to the appropriate address for processing.
Gullett stressed that individual responses will be kept strictly confidential. “Only summary results will be shared with the community,” he said. “No names.”
Annual Meeting Set
The annual meeting of the Stratford Manor Association’s members has been set for 7 p.m. Thursday, October 18, at the Christ United Methodist Church on Deep Creek Road.
With three directors scheduled to go off the board following the meeting, and other important issues usually up for discussion, it is extremely important to have good attendance. “It’s a little like election day,” said John Gullett, SMA president. “If you don’t vote in the Mayor’s race, you shouldn’t complain about what the elected mayor does. If you don’t participate in the annual meeting, you are losing out on an opportunity to make your voice heard.”
If you are interested in a seat on the board—or know someone who would be a good candidate-- just contact any board member or Robbi Henry, our property manager. Nominations for election to the board may also be made from the floor at the annual meeting.
“Most people are hard-pressed for time these days,” said Gullett, “but something as important as the health and vitality of your community certainly deserves some of your attention. And as a board member or volunteer in another capacity, you can spend as little or much of your time as you can spare.”
Detailed information about the annual meeting will be mailed to homeowners in early October.
Mid-Year Assessment Process Goes Well
With just a few exceptions, Stratford Manor homeowners were able to pay their mid-year 2018 assessments in June or July without a hitch. All but 16 homeowners paid by July 31, thus avoiding late fees.
“It’s encouraging that so many homeowners were compliant,” said Robbi Henry, our property manager at AAMG. “It tells me that they understood the process and that our system is working well.”
Letters have been sent to the 16 who hadn’t paid by July 31, advising them of the opportunity to pay the assessment and a late fee before AAMG turns the debt over to a collections lawyer.
Several projects finished; others under way
The long, hot summer may seem like it will never end, but work on maintaining and improving the Stratford Manor community keeps on rolling.
In June, major repairs were made to a stretch of old aggregate concrete sidewalk behind units 131-139 on Sloan Place that had represented numerous tripping hazards. The damaged sidewalk took years to fall into disrepair, but only a couple of weeks to look like new after the contractor, Excel paving, had finished its work. There is a difference in the color of the new sections compared to the old. That’s because the source of the sand used in the original mix is no longer available, according to Excel.
Squirrely Jack Tree and Lawn Care completed its extensive tree trimming work throughout Stratford Manor in July, removing dead limbs and trees, and limbs deemed hazardous. If you think Squirrely Jack missed something, contact our property manager, Robbi Henry. They were last here in 2017.
Earlier this summer, Year Round Landscaping (YRL) completed major work on thinning and trimming large bushes on the property line behind Kenilworth Drive, adjacent to the Masonic property. Nancy Allen, SMA Landscape chair, said the area had been neglected for some time, “but YRL did a great job cleaning up the mess.”
Also, six of our 11 mailbox stations were refurbished with some prep work and a fresh coat of paint. In some cases, it was done to eliminate graffiti.
Meanwhile, work continues or is about to get under way on other projects designed to improve our quality of life in Stratford Manor. Advanced Electric has been awarded a contract to install lighting on all three Stratford Manor signs. Materials were ordered in June, and the only holdup is Dominion Energy, which has to do prep work to electrify the permanent lighting.
A plan developed by a residents’ ad hoc committee to beautify the medians on the west side of Kenilworth Drive is scheduled for late September. The plan involves trimming lower limbs at each island’s ends to allow grassy areas; adding topsoil and mulch; and planting grasses, flowering plants and hardy shrubs.
Meanwhile, the long-delayed drainage project at three locations will resume in August, according to Leon Joyce, our contact with the contractor, E. W. Muller. Rainy weather has been a major problem for months, but Joyce is optimistic that his firm will finish before summer’s end.
Lastly, the board is nearing a decision on selecting one of three paving contractors to repave the roads and parking lots in Stratford Manor. The board is hoping to launch Phase One of a multi-year plan this fall, but a final decision will come after the contractor is selected.
Special committee to take fresh look at rules, regulations
Ever wonder why your mullions must be maintained? Do you even know what a mullion is?
What about the number of pets allowed per unit? Do parakeets count? Can you really have three dogs?
And why are there rules for storing a bicycle that you can’t even ride in the complex? Are we expected to carry it out on our shoulders?
Further, what’s wrong with colored Christmas lights?
These are just a few of the Amended Rules and Regulations that a subcommittee of the board will be reviewing in the coming weeks, with an eye toward making sure they still work for today’s diverse group of Stratford Manor homeowners.
Board members Kevin Leigh and Toni Hoe were asked at the August board meeting to do a thorough review of these rules so any proposed changes could be discussed at the October annual meeting.
If you have any questions or suggestions regarding the present rules or regulations, please contact a subcommittee member or Robbi Henry, our property manager.
Trash Pickup Schedule
August 7—Trash, recycling & bulk
It’s been over a year since the Stratford Manor Association switched from self-managing to a partnership with a property management company to help run things in our community. But there are still some residents who feel that we would be better off being self-managed.
Why? Some long-time residents say that past SMA boards could perform all of the functions now being handled by AAMG, our property management firm, plus those of the association. Perhaps so. But it is important to understand that managing an association today is much more complicated. Among other things, we have to deal with increased legislative and regulatory oversight, financial and economic pressures, and an aging infrastructure.
And dealing with all that in a self-managed approach falls on the shoulders of board and committee members-- who are all volunteers. They have their own lives to run, and find it increasingly difficult to handle all of the responsibilities that come with managing a community the size and complexity of ours.
“Property management is our only choice,” said Board member Toni Hoe. “We don’t have the expertise to handle the big jobs that we have to deal with today. Property management keeps us abreast of all the laws and keeps track of all of our financial transactions related to each owner,” she added.
Indeed, financial management is probably one of the biggest functions facing homeowner associations today. This can be extremely detailed, because we have to conform to the types of reports required by Virginia laws. Property managers make sure we are in compliance, and ensure that we do all the necessary annual reviews and audits.
In short, going back to relying solely on volunteers to manage our association simply would not work. The number of residents who volunteer today is too small, and a much broader scope of expertise is needed to manage associations than in the past.
One additional benefit of our current arrangement: a professional property manager—not a fellow resident-- confronts violators about late payments, unkempt property, or architectural modifications.
It’s also worth noting that we have a “portfolio manager”. We are not large enough to justify a full-time property manager, so we went with a firm where they manage multiple associations. In effect, we are paying for a percentage of that manager’s time. They can’t devote all their time to Stratford Manor.
Lastly, it’s important to keep in mind that the SMA board still has the responsibility of running the association. We simply use the services of a property management firm to handle much of the day-to-day operations, help us comply with all the legal requirements, and ensure that every dollar is spent wisely.
- John Gullett
Homeowner survey coming soon
Do you ever feel like you are part of the silent majority of Stratford Manor homeowners? Your chance to overcome that feeling is just around the corner. Sometime in August the SMA board will mail all homeowners an attitude survey asking your opinions on a wide range of topics, including what you like most about living here and what you would like to see changed.
"We know that homeowners elected us to make decisions on their behalf,” said SMA president John Gullett. “But we think it’s also important to get a sense of the residents’ general attitudes about major aspects of our community. This kind of feedback can be invaluable to us as we tackle the major issues of the association going forward.”
Gullett said the survey will be relatively brief, but will allow for comments on a variety of topics. A self-addressed, stamped envelope will be included to allow survey participants to mail their completed survey to the appropriate address for processing.
Gullett stressed that individual responses will be kept strictly confidential. “Only summary results will be shared with the community,” he said. “No names.”
Annual Meeting Set
The annual meeting of the Stratford Manor Association’s members has been set for 7 p.m. Thursday, October 18, at the Christ United Methodist Church on Deep Creek Road.
With three directors scheduled to go off the board following the meeting, and other important issues usually up for discussion, it is extremely important to have good attendance. “It’s a little like election day,” said John Gullett, SMA president. “If you don’t vote in the Mayor’s race, you shouldn’t complain about what the elected mayor does. If you don’t participate in the annual meeting, you are losing out on an opportunity to make your voice heard.”
If you are interested in a seat on the board—or know someone who would be a good candidate-- just contact any board member or Robbi Henry, our property manager. Nominations for election to the board may also be made from the floor at the annual meeting.
“Most people are hard-pressed for time these days,” said Gullett, “but something as important as the health and vitality of your community certainly deserves some of your attention. And as a board member or volunteer in another capacity, you can spend as little or much of your time as you can spare.”
Detailed information about the annual meeting will be mailed to homeowners in early October.
Mid-Year Assessment Process Goes Well
With just a few exceptions, Stratford Manor homeowners were able to pay their mid-year 2018 assessments in June or July without a hitch. All but 16 homeowners paid by July 31, thus avoiding late fees.
“It’s encouraging that so many homeowners were compliant,” said Robbi Henry, our property manager at AAMG. “It tells me that they understood the process and that our system is working well.”
Letters have been sent to the 16 who hadn’t paid by July 31, advising them of the opportunity to pay the assessment and a late fee before AAMG turns the debt over to a collections lawyer.
Several projects finished; others under way
The long, hot summer may seem like it will never end, but work on maintaining and improving the Stratford Manor community keeps on rolling.
In June, major repairs were made to a stretch of old aggregate concrete sidewalk behind units 131-139 on Sloan Place that had represented numerous tripping hazards. The damaged sidewalk took years to fall into disrepair, but only a couple of weeks to look like new after the contractor, Excel paving, had finished its work. There is a difference in the color of the new sections compared to the old. That’s because the source of the sand used in the original mix is no longer available, according to Excel.
Squirrely Jack Tree and Lawn Care completed its extensive tree trimming work throughout Stratford Manor in July, removing dead limbs and trees, and limbs deemed hazardous. If you think Squirrely Jack missed something, contact our property manager, Robbi Henry. They were last here in 2017.
Earlier this summer, Year Round Landscaping (YRL) completed major work on thinning and trimming large bushes on the property line behind Kenilworth Drive, adjacent to the Masonic property. Nancy Allen, SMA Landscape chair, said the area had been neglected for some time, “but YRL did a great job cleaning up the mess.”
Also, six of our 11 mailbox stations were refurbished with some prep work and a fresh coat of paint. In some cases, it was done to eliminate graffiti.
Meanwhile, work continues or is about to get under way on other projects designed to improve our quality of life in Stratford Manor. Advanced Electric has been awarded a contract to install lighting on all three Stratford Manor signs. Materials were ordered in June, and the only holdup is Dominion Energy, which has to do prep work to electrify the permanent lighting.
A plan developed by a residents’ ad hoc committee to beautify the medians on the west side of Kenilworth Drive is scheduled for late September. The plan involves trimming lower limbs at each island’s ends to allow grassy areas; adding topsoil and mulch; and planting grasses, flowering plants and hardy shrubs.
Meanwhile, the long-delayed drainage project at three locations will resume in August, according to Leon Joyce, our contact with the contractor, E. W. Muller. Rainy weather has been a major problem for months, but Joyce is optimistic that his firm will finish before summer’s end.
Lastly, the board is nearing a decision on selecting one of three paving contractors to repave the roads and parking lots in Stratford Manor. The board is hoping to launch Phase One of a multi-year plan this fall, but a final decision will come after the contractor is selected.
Special committee to take fresh look at rules, regulations
Ever wonder why your mullions must be maintained? Do you even know what a mullion is?
What about the number of pets allowed per unit? Do parakeets count? Can you really have three dogs?
And why are there rules for storing a bicycle that you can’t even ride in the complex? Are we expected to carry it out on our shoulders?
Further, what’s wrong with colored Christmas lights?
These are just a few of the Amended Rules and Regulations that a subcommittee of the board will be reviewing in the coming weeks, with an eye toward making sure they still work for today’s diverse group of Stratford Manor homeowners.
Board members Kevin Leigh and Toni Hoe were asked at the August board meeting to do a thorough review of these rules so any proposed changes could be discussed at the October annual meeting.
If you have any questions or suggestions regarding the present rules or regulations, please contact a subcommittee member or Robbi Henry, our property manager.
Trash Pickup Schedule
August 7—Trash, recycling & bulk
August 14—Trash only
August 21—Trash, recycling & bulk
August 28—Trash only
Sept. 5—Weds. Pickup due to holiday, Trash, recycling & bulk
Sept. 11—Trash only
Sept. 18—Trash, recycling & bulk
Sept. 25—Trash only
Oct. 2—Trash, recycling & bulk
Oct. 9—Trash only
Oct. 16—Trash, recycling & bulk
Oct. 23—Trash only
Oct. 30—Trash, recycling & bulk
If your container was missed during collection, call 757-933-2311. Remember: Trash receptacles should be curbside for collection no earlier than 3pm on Monday for collection on Tuesday and removed from the street by 6pm on Wednesday.
What can I put in my recycling bin?
Residents of Newport News have the convenience of mixing our recyclables (plastic, paper, glass, etc.) in the big blue recycling containers provided by the city. Recycling is picked up every other week—the schedule can be found on page 3. This is wonderfully convenient, but what exactly can be recycled?
What you CAN recycle:
If your container was missed during collection, call 757-933-2311. Remember: Trash receptacles should be curbside for collection no earlier than 3pm on Monday for collection on Tuesday and removed from the street by 6pm on Wednesday.
What can I put in my recycling bin?
Residents of Newport News have the convenience of mixing our recyclables (plastic, paper, glass, etc.) in the big blue recycling containers provided by the city. Recycling is picked up every other week—the schedule can be found on page 3. This is wonderfully convenient, but what exactly can be recycled?
What you CAN recycle:
· Beverage and food cans, emptied and rinsed
· Plastic tubs (like yogurt, cream cheese, etc), emptied and rinsed
· Plastic and glass bottles, jugs and jars, including lids, emptied and rinsed
· Paperboard (like cereal boxes, file folders)
· Cardboard, flattened, no larger than 3ft by 3ft
· Paper (like newspaper, copy paper, junk mail, magazines)
· Foil pans, rinsed
· NEW!! Cartons (like milk, juice, wine, etc), emptied, rinsed, and recapped. Do not flatten—cartons must retain 3D shape for sorting
What you CANNOT recycle:
· No plastic bags
· No plastics other than those listed above (no toys, for example)
· No Styrofoam, packing peanuts
· No household paper (paper towels, tissues, paper plates)
· No yard waste
· No clothing or shoes
· No clothes hangers
· No fabric, leather, vinyl or carpet
· No electronics
· No food waste
· No window glass, ceramics or other glassware
· No scrap metal (siding, pipes, etc)
· No air filters
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)