As you may recall, the July/August newsletter contained an article regarding pools and pets, particularly dogs. Yet, during the month of July, someone was observed bringing their dog to the pool and inviting the dog in for a swim.
We realize the desire for all beings to cool off during the summer heat. However, dogs are NOT allowed in the community pool.
In fact, county health codes forbid pets in community pools. County inspections are random and unannounced, and when the inspectors discover a violation, both the dog owner and the association can receive citations.
If you know of residents who are bringing their dogs into the pool, please advise management. And if your dog needs to cool off, consider giving Fido a dip in your bath tub.
Auto Bill Pay Means You Can Put Away Your Checkbook Forever!
As a member of a MERIT-supported community, your Board of Directors is pleased to offer MERIT’s Auto Bill Pay service to pay your association assessments. Many association members are already taking advantage of this great service; isn’t it time you benefited too?
After authorizing your participation in this free service, your community association assessments will be automatically deducted from your checking account via electronic funds transfer. This MERIT feature is convenient, free and secure.
If you wish to enroll, please contact your MERIT team at (949) 428-5588 to obtain a Debit Transfer Authorization Form.
Spotlight on CFL Bulbs
Homeowners are increasingly interested about the new energy-saving compact fluorescent light (CFL) bulbs. In fact, we hear the following two questions quite often.
Do these CFL bulbs really save as much energy as is claimed?
How do we safely dispose of old, burned-out, mercury-containing CFL bulbs?
ow let’s shed some light on
the answers!
Yes, CFL bulbs really do significantly reduce your energy bill! According to www.About.com, an average user can expect to save $36 per bulb when using CFL bulbs over incandescent bulbs. In fact, the extra cost associated with the CFL bulbs is matched by its savings after 500 hours of use. And, while incandescent bulbs generally last 500 hours to 2,000 hours, CFLs are guaranteed for 8,000 hours!
Our “blue bins” do not recycle old, used CFL bulbs. You can recycle them at the IKEA store, located at 2149 Fenton Parkway (off Friars Road) or the San Diego County HHW Facility, located 5161 Convoy Street in San Diego, telephone number (877) 713-2784.
Please note that CFL bulbs are a specialized item, and regular electronics recycling centers will not accept them.
For more information on CFL bulbs, visit: www.slate.com/id/2183606/pagenum/2/.
Financial Report
The financial statement and bank reconciliation dated May 31, 2008, reflects $19,432.06 in operating funds, $130,968.00 in unfunded reserves and $451,576.43 in reserve funds, for total assets of $601,976.49. It reflects a year-to-date net equity increase of $10,414.44 and year-to-date reserve funding of $105,357.45, as compared to a budget of $130,968.00. The association is currently 12 months behind in reserve funding.
Community Assisted Party Program (CAPP)
The Community Assisted Party Program (CAPP) is the San Diego Police Department’s program designed to address loud and disruptive parties. Any citizen can report a loud party in progress by calling (619) 531-2000. The police will respond and, if the party is too loud, the police will quiet the party and issue a notice. A second complaint leads to a repeat visit by the police and a monetary fine.
Please Be Considerate of Your Neighbors
Don’t slam doors (not even sliding screen doors).
Try not to bump interior walls or play loud music, as sounds carries into adjoining units.
Turn down your car radio when you drive into the complex.
Close your doors and windows whenever you run your vacuum.
Keep the volume down on your TVs and stereos.
Remember that the garage area is an echo chamber, and all conversations can be overheard (including cell phone conversations). Also remember that phone conversations can be overheard in detail when your windows are open.
