2018 Fall Issue PRESIDENTS MESSAGE

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1 Fall ISSUE September 2018 Fall Issue Timber Hill Community Association BOARD MEETINGS: 2ND WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH AT 7PM AT THE ADMINISTRATION BUILDING. September 12, 2018 October 10, 2018 October 28, 2018 November 14, 2018 December 12, 2018 Let your voice be heard. Please make every effort to attend these meetings. INSIDE THIS ISSUE Presidents Message 1 Treasurer Report 2 Events Committee 2 Annual Meeting Date 3 Trick or Treat/Trunk & 3 Brace Committee Trash 4-8 Annual Meeting 9 Ballot 10 Payment Options 11 Advertisements Next Door 14 Important Dates 15 PRESIDENTS MESSAGE As summer turns to fall and the leaves begin to fall; we are finally caught up on all the clean-up from the two major storms, one this winter and one in the spring. Sixty m.p.h. winds left THCA pretty much a mess; trees down, branches, and debris in drainage ditches, tree parts in the road easements, etc. Although crews from other surrounding states did a great job restoring power, they did leave a trail of cut up trees and branches behind that had to cleaned up. This type of work doesn t come cheap. As you may have noticed a lot of road repair has gone on this spring and summer. Instead of filling pot holes individually, we used a procedure called scratch coat which overlays ten to fifteen pot holes at a time in a much larger focused area. Snow Mass Rd needed the most attention, which is now probably the most traveled road in the community besides Timber Hill Rd. Wobbly Barn, Inverhouse, Powder Horn, Bromley, Tahoe, and Timber Hill roads were all roads that received scratch coat repairs. In addition, Haystack Rd and Mt. Snow Trail were newly paved. The total cost of these three major areas was $109,100; $56,200 out of Capital Improvement and $52,900 out of Reserve. As of this month, we have prepared the paperwork for 20 homeowners to be turned over to our attorney to obtain judgements. Also, we will be meeting face to face with our attorney to discuss our options on members that we have filed 2-3 judgements on and owe an excess of 5 figures. Hopefully, he will have some concrete suggestions on how to pursue those members who have no interest in fulfilling their responsibility to the community. For all that continue to support THCA, Thanks again. It s no secret that your support determines what gets done in the community. A special thanks to Brett, Buddy, and crew for the massive clean up effort on all the down trees and branches in the aftermath of the storms. Plus having our backs whenever an emergency pops up. A special shout out to the BRACE Committee for all the work they do to make sure our By-Laws and Rules & Regulations are followed, it s been the toughest committee to chair. Thanks again to all members who continue to support THCA. Lou DiBernard President for THCA

2 2 Treasurer Report Currently we have collected $113, in dues, $38, in Reserves (includes road work repairs), total in Reserves $124, and $16, in prior dues. The collection process has been implemented this year. It s a three-tier letter process. The last letter has gone out to members in bad standing. There is still time to set up a payment plan before we proceed with judgements. Please call or the office if you are interested in setting up a payment plan. Far too many years, delinquent members have not been pursued. This will no longer continue! Twenty judgements have been filed this month and more will follow. You can rest assure that every member who is not paying their dues will be aggressively pursued. COMMUNITY EVENTS COMMITTEE REPORT Hello Neighbors! Here we are with school in session and hopefully some cooler weather. The events committee is still looking for members and ideas to make the community a fun place to meet our neighbors. We will be having our Trick or Treat & Trunk and Treat on Wednesday, October 31, 2018 from 5:30-8:30pm. If you would lie to participate in the Trunk N Treat, please come to the association parking lot or the pool parking lot at 5:30pm. If you would like to participate in the Trick or Treat, please leave your porch light on for the children to know you welcome them. We will be having our Christmas event again this year on December 15 from 12-2pm. There will be more information late. Have a Happy Fall and hope to see you soon. Rose Aumick Events Community Chair

3 3 Annual Meeting Our annual meeting will be held on Sunday, October 28, 2018 at 1pm. Community members should plan to be present. If there is no quorum, the meeting will be held on Sunday, November 04, 2018 at 1pm. Those of you who would like our community to be energized, educated, and enjoyable, please help us to make it happen. We would like to see some new faces! Remember, only members in good standing are allowed to participate. Trick or Treat Trunk N Treat Wednesday, October 31, 2018 Please meet at the pool at 5:30pm 5:30-8:30pm Please have your porch lights on if you want children to stop at your house. Be safe! Happy Halloween! -At Your Own Risk-

4 4 A Little Trash Talk Scattered Trash: The Bylaw Review and Compliance Echelon (BRACE) Committee has been receiving numerous complaints regarding the trash scattered throughout the neighborhood including overturned trash cans, ripped open trash bags and garbage and articles strewn around private property and on the easement. We all contend with wild animals as a part of Poconos life. Most of us have experienced our trash cans being overturned and garbage dragged out across the lawn from bears or raccoons. There are a few precautions we can take to minimize the access of animals to our trash: All trash should be placed in appropriate receptacles Make sure lids are securely placed on the cans Do not put trash out for collection the night before It is the responsibility of every property owner to clean up any trash left in their yard or on community roads within a timely manner. All property owner received a copy of the revised Timber Hill Community Association Rules & Regulations. Please familiarize yourself with those regulations that pertain to trash. General Rules: 1. Littering or dumping of refuse anywhere in the community is prohibited. Reported and documented infractions will be referred to local authorities and may result in fines starting at $ Refuse shall be placed in plastic bags and then securely deposited in cans or containers of plastic, aluminum or other construction, with a locking lid, for pick up by sanitation service providers. Township ordinance prohibits trash being placed on the curb in plastic bags. 3. Trash containers should not be left at the curb/easement longer than 24 hours before or after pick-up. Violation of this rule may result in an imposed fee. 4. Members are responsible for the conduct of their guests and tenants and their adherence to community rules and regulations.

5 5 Unkempt Property: We have also received complaints from neighbors of property owner due to unkempt property due to trash, unregistered vehicles and unused building materials in their yards. Please review the Uniform Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions section of your Timber Hill Community Association Blue Book. If you do not have a copy, please contact the office. Each property owner will be held to these standards and BRACE Committee will pursue every issue that is brought to our attention. Uniform Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions: 10. No obnoxious or offensive use shall be made of any lot, nor shall any offensive trade or activity be carried on upon any residential lot, nor shall any use be made of such lots which may constitute a nuisance. Automobiles not having operated for a period of thirty (30) days or more constitute a nuisance 20. No lot shall be used or maintained as a dumping ground for rubbish. Trash, garbage or other waste shall be placed in sanitary containers. MONROE COUNTY MUNICIPAL WASTE AUTHORITY: It is important all community members familiarize themselves with the rules and regulations pertaining to the proper disposal of trash are directed by our municipal waste authority which has the authority to cite and fine those who do not adhere to proper trash disposal regulations. Proper Containment of Trash: Article 5B: Municipal Waste Storage Containers: While solid waste is being stored and accumulated for collection in any can(s), dumpster(s), container(s), compactor(s), and roll-off(s), it shall be stored in a tightly fitted lid covered container, which shall be leak proof, watertight and rodent proof with properly functioning doors, lids or tarp to prevent litter and loss of solid waste.

6 6 Township Ordinances: In addition to the Timber Hill Community Association Rules and Regulations and Uniform Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions, both Paradise and Price township have specific ordinances regarding trash disposal. PARADISE TOWNSHIP CODE OF ORDINANCES: Unkempt property due to trash Owner to maintain premises free of litter. The owner or person in control of any private property shall, at all times, maintain the premises free of litter; provided, however, that this section shall not prohibit the storage of litter in authorized private receptacles for collection Litter on vacant lots. No person shall throw or deposit litter on any open or vacant private property within the township, whether owned by such person or not Clearing of litter from open private property by township. Notice to remove. A. Notice to remove. The Township Supervisors are hereby authorized and empowered to notify the owner of any open or vacant private property within the township or the agent of such property to dispose of litter located on such owner's property which is dangerous to public health, safety or welfare. Such notice shall be by registered mail, addressed to said owner at the owner's last known address B. Action upon noncompliance. Upon the failure, neglect or refusal of any owner or agent so notified to properly dispose of litter dangerous to the public health, safety or welfare within 10 days after receipt of written notice provided for in Subsection A above, or within 10 days after the date of such notice in the event the same is returned to the Township Supervisors because of inability to made delivery thereof, provided that the same was properly addressed to the last known address of such owner or agent, the Township Supervisors are hereby authorized and empowered to pay for the disposing of such litter or to order its disposal by the township.

7 7 Burning of trash is prohibited Prohibited burning; exceptions.1 All burning is prohibited except brush, leaves, untreated lumber or trees. Nuisance vehicles Motor vehicle nuisances prohibited. [Amended by Ord. No. 91] A. It shall be unlawful for any person, owner or lessee to maintain a motor vehicle nuisance upon the open private grounds of such person, owner or lessee within the township. A motor vehicle nuisance shall include any motor vehicle which is unable to move under its own power or which has not been licensed or inspected for a period of one year. PRICE TOWNSHIP CODE OF ORDINANCES: Burning of trash is prohibited SECTION 3: Prohibited Materials No garbage, offal, or materials prohibited by state law may be burned at any time either indoors or out of doors Unkempt Property SECTION 3 RESPONSIBIITY NUISANCES DELCARED It shall be the responsibility of the property owner of the premises upon which any junk, rubbish, refuse, garbage or waste is situated and the owner of any such item to comply with this Ordinance and to provide for the removal of the same and remediation of any environmental problems associated with it. By this Ordinance, the Township enumerates and declares certain nuisances, which shall be removed, disposed of or corrected as herein provided. Any person who fails to comply with the provisions of this Ordinance shall be deemed to be in violation thereof and shall be subject to the penalties and remedies described herein

8 8 Nuisance Vehicles SECTION 4 - RESPONSIBILITY NUISANCE DECLARED C. Number of Abandoned/Junk Vehicles Not more than two (2) abandoned or junked unlicensed / unregistered vehicles shall be stored on the premises. All such vehicles shall be screened as defined in Section 4. We appreciate the efforts of all residents in Timber Hill to keep their property free of trash and nuisance vehicles and our roadways and easement clear of trash. Thank you. Bylaw Review and Compliance Echelon (BRACE) Committee

9 2018 ANNUAL PROPERTY OWNERS MEETING THIS MEETING WILL BE HELD ON SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2018 AT 1:00 PM AT THE ADMINISTRATIVE BUILDING LOCATED AT 221 KILLINGTON DRIVE. 9 NO business will be conducted at the Annual Meeting. Please be sure to vote for the Nominee of your choice running for the Board, your ballot is enclosed within. We look forward to seeing you at the Annual Meeting. Please make every effort to attend this meeting, this is your chance to understand how the board works and meet your neighbors. Thank you, Lou DiBernard, President for Timber Hill Community Association THE BALLOTS ONLY MUST be mailed to: Timber Hill Community Association P.O. Box 241 Henryville, PA *Ballots must be received by Sunday, October 28, 2018 or hand delivered at the Annual Meeting.

10 10 Timber Hill Community Association P.O. Box 321 Henryville, PA Phone and Fax Lot # Instructions: This ballot is for the property owners of the lot number listed above. No matter how many people are on the deed to this lot, only one ballot form can be filled out per household. For example, if husband and wife own this lot together, they must agree on who to vote for as they only get one ballot, not two. There is no cumulative voting. This means that no matter how many lots you own, your household may only vote once (i.e. only fill out one ballot form). There are SIX (6) seats open for the Board of Directors. Therefore, you may vote as little as 1 candidate or up to 10 candidates. Cast your vote by signing your initials next to the candidate of your choice. You can be assured that this is an official ballot for this election by making sure it contains the raised corporate seal of Timber Hill Community Association, Inc. If you lose your ballot please contact the office at (570) for a replacement. 1. Joanne Heyer Sign name Print Name Please be sure to write your lot No. in the space provided above. Ballots that are not signed or do not contain lot numbers will be void. Please return your completed ballot to T.H.C.A. P.O. Box 241, Henryville, PA Please mark on the envelope Ballot enclosed. Ballots must be received by October 28, 2018 in order for your vote to be counted. You may also hand deliver your Ballot at the Annual Meeting on October 28, ABSOLUTELY NO PROXIES ALLOWED. Please make every effort to attend the Annual Meeting which is Sunday, October 28, 2018 at 1:00pm. This is your Community let your voice be heard! Thanks for voting.

11 11 We accept Credit Cards for your association Dues and Fees. In addition to Visa, MC, & Discover, and American Express! Please call office for processing or stop in, our website is under construction. Please keep in mind that there is a 3.5% processing fee on all charges. For example: If your dues for a single family home with a late fee of $25.00 are $ with the 3.5% processing fee, your total charge on your card would be $ If you do not include the 3.5% processing fee to your total, we will add it to your balance due. For those of you who are behind in your dues; the board is offering an installment payment plan to help make it possible for you to bring your account up to date. We also accept ACH debits, so we can set you up on automatic payments. Please contact the office if you are interested in making payment arrangements. A reminder that we also have a mail slot! So, swing by and drop off your payment at your convenience.

12 2018 FALL ISSUE Advertising Information We are now offering advertising space in our newsletters. The fees are as follows: 12 Classifieds: $3.00 Business Cards: $15.00 ¼ Page: $25.00 ½ Page: $50.00 Full Page: $ If you prepay for advertising space in 3 issues we will give you the 4 th for free. Please contact the community for more information at SELLING YOUR HOUSE OR CAR? OR MAYBE YOU JUST STARTED YOUR OWN BUSINESS. WHAT BETTER WAY TO LET YOUR COMMUNITY KNOW THAN TO ADVERTISE IN THE SEASONAL NEWSLETTER. ADVERTISING SPACE STARTING AS LOW AS $3.00. FOR MORE INFORMATION ON ADVERTISING CONTACT THE ADMINISTRATION OFFICE AT SPACE IS LIMITED SO CALL NOW!

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15 FALL ISSUE IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER Make sure you mark your calendar September 3, 2018 Labor Day September 11, 2018 Patriot s Day September 12, 2018 Monthly Meeting at the Administration Building 7pm September 19, 2018 Yom Kippur September 22, 2018 Fall Begins October 8, 2018 Columbus Day October 10, 2018 Monthly Meeting at the Administration Building 7pm October 28, 2018 Annual Meeting at the Administration Building 1pm October 31, 2018 Halloween November 4, 2018 Daylight Savings Time November 11, 2018 Veterans Day November 14, 2018 Monthly Meeting at the Administration Building 7pm November 22, 2018 Thanksgiving December 2, 2018 Hanukkah Begins December 12, 2018 Monthly Meeting at the Administration Building 7pm December 21, 2018 Winter Begins December 25, 2018 Christmas January 1, 2019 New Year s Day January 9, 2019 Monthly Meeting at the Administration Building 7pm January 21, 2019 Martin Luther King Volunteers Needed: All Committees will gladly welcome anyone wishing to volunteer time to the committee of choice. Help is needed for the BRACE Committee, Events Committee, Road Committee, Gypsy Moth Committee, and for the Crime Watch Committee. Anyone interested can contact the THCA Office and Trish will pass your message on the appropriate Committee Chairperson. Introduce new births, congratulations to graduates, engagements, weddings, wishes for getting well, sympathies, also any sports or scholastic achievements your child or grandchild may have accomplished, or any other items that you would like to include in this column. Announcements are free of charge. If you are interested in submitting an announcement please forward by mail or thca2@verizon.net for our 2018 Winter Newsletter by December 1st. Be sure to include the proper names and who the announcement is from. Without your name signed on the notice it will not be placed in the column. We will not place address or lot # s in the column, only the announcement that you would like to place.

16 16 Timber Hill Community Association P.O. Box 321 Henryville, PA Phone: Toll Free: Fax: U.S.POSTAGE PAID CRESCO, PA PERMIT NO. 45 ZIP CODE Standard Address Service Requested Ballots Enclosed Board of Directors 2018 Term President-Lou DiBernard Vice President: Robert Martzloff Treasurer Vacant Secretary William Higgins Directors: Lou DiBernard Muriel Geiersbach Joanne Heyer William Higgins Warren Green Robert Martzloff SIGN UP TODAY AT TO RECEIVE YOUR NEWSLETTER ONLINE TIMBER HILL COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION Timber Hill Community Association Committee s Community Events - Rose Aumick Road Committee Vacant Pool Committee Vacant Hearing Committee Wanda Crumel Brace Committee Liz Green Crime Watch Committee Robert Martzloff