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July 2011 Newsletter for the residents of Forest Heights HOATRANSCRIPT
M I L L P O N D R E S T O R A T I O N A N D D R E D G I N G U P D A T E
R esults from the Mill Pond
Dredging Request for Proposal
(RFP) were reviewed by the
FHHOA Board this past month, and
as projected the bids were within the
budgetary guidelines for the project.
This is noteworthy news considering
all the environmental conditions that
the permitting agencies placed on the
association and contractor. These
additional regulatory conditions have
continually driven up the cost since
our last dredging in 1996. This posi-
tive financial news allows the
association to move forward with the
dredging of Mill Pond this summer,
should the agency permits be issued.
The pond dredging requires four
major permits from the regulatory
agencies within the City, State and
Federal jurisdictions. Currently the
association only has the Department
of State Lands (DSL) permit. We still
need permits from the Bureau of
Environmental Services (BES City
of Portland), Oregon Department of
Environmental Quality (DEQ State),
and Army Corp of Engineers (ACOE
Federal) before commencement of
the dredging project. Our professional
consultants believe that there is a
chance that the three remaining
permits might be issued before July
15th, if so, dredging will begin immedi-
ately. Should the permits be delayed,
on the advice of our dredging contrac-
tor Northwest Earth Movers Inc., the
project would be postponed until the
summer of 2012.
pinnacle press NEWS AT FOREST HEIGHTS
JULY•2011
F E A T U R E D C O L U M N S
C O M P L I A N C E
C O R N E R A r e y o u r
g a r b a g e c a n s
o u t w h e n t h e y
s h o u l d b e i n ?
G U E S T
C O L U M N I S T C o n s i d e r i n g a
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s u m m e r ? R e a d
t h e s e d e s i g n
t i p s b e f o r e
h i r i n g a
c o n t r a c t o r
A S K T H E
M A N A G E R M a n a g e r
S t e p h e n H e r r
t a l k s a b o u t
t h e T r a c t R
C o m m u n i t y
W o r k s h o p s .
L A N D S C A P E
U P D A T E W i l l a m e t t e
L a n d s c a p e ’ s
m i d y e a r
u p d a t e o n t h e
F H H O A
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Mill Pond Restoration and
Dredging Update
1-2
Get on Board! Open Board
Position Announced
3
Problematic Activities at
the Village Center
4
4th of July Fireworks 6
Home Safety Tips for the
Summer Vacation Schedule
7
Ask the Manager: Tract R
Workshop & Project Update
8-9
Compliance Corner:
Garbage Cans, Boats, RV’s
and Fireworks
10-11
Ask the Expert: Fence
Design Standards
12
Vendor Update: Landscape
Update from Willamette
14
Semi-Annual Dues &
Go Green Workshop
15
Go Green Survey Results 16-17
FHHOA Calendar 20
Construction tentatively scheduled to start in July
Here are the dredging project
construction details that will affect
Mill Pond and Mill Pond Park if the
pond dredging commences this
summer:
• A portion of Mill Pond Park will
be closed to allow contractor only
access. Parking adjacent to Mill
Pond Park maybe affected and
restricted. The playground area(s)
will not be affected
• A temporary road will be built from
Mill Pond Road across the park
into the pond
• The pond will be drained and a
de-watering system will be
installed
• 11,000 cubic yards of sediment
will be trucked off site via Morgan
Lane and 102nd
Street
• A new ultra-block cement retain-
ing wall will replace the old
wooden wall
• The post and chain safety barrier
will be upgraded and reused
• The weir outlet plate and control
structure will be replaced
• A new fountain and aeration
system will be installed to
enhance the aesthetics of the
pond and improve water quality
• Several bio-engineered erosion
control measures will be installed
to enhance habitat.
• Construction activities may take
up to eight weeks to complete,
however all construction activity
should be completed by Septem-
ber 30th.
These construction details are the
culmination of two years of planning
and working with professional consult-
ants to develop this dredging plan.
The board is committed to getting this
project completed this summer if the
agency permits are issued. They
understand that recreational activities
for our residents at Mill Pond will be
limited during the construction period;
however, we all acknowledge that this
is a small sacrifice for the overall
improvement of the water quality
of our pond and the Mill Creek
watershed.
As the permitting process advances
and the likelihood that dredging will
commence this summer, please be
sure to read the association newslet-
ter and e-blasts for important updates
on the status of Mill Pond.
My door is always open to residents,
to hear their concerns, to discuss their
issues and to help make Forest
Heights the best community in
Portland.
~ Stephen Herr, FHHOA
General Manager ~
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Forest Heights
Homeowners Association
2033 NW Miller Road
Portland, Oregon 97229
Phone: 503.297.9400
Fax: 503.297.9408
Office Hours: Monday—Friday
9:00 am—5:00 pm
Email: [email protected]
Vision Statement
To create and foster excellence
in community, environment and
quality of life.
Board of Directors | 2011-2012
Mark Sanzone—President
Eric Butterfield—Vice President
Stuart Roberts—Secretary
Ric Barton—Treasurer
Mike Fletcher
Heather Gaitan
Association Staff
Stephen K. Herr—General Manager
email: [email protected]
Judith Souers—Office Administrator
email: [email protected]
Molly McManus Oliver—Compliance
Coordinator
email: [email protected]
Kimberly Monaco—Marketing,
Communications & Event Coordinator
email: [email protected]
Richard Metzger—Maintenance
Supervisor
Juan Guerrero—Maintenance Team
M I L L P O N D R E S T O R AT I O N A N D D R E D G I N G U P D A T E
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Upcoming Meetings
Board Meeting
Tuesday, July 12th
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
FHHOA Office
All homeowners are welcome
to attend!
G E T O N B O A R D !
O ne of our current FHHOA
Board Members, Sherrill
Corbett, is unfortunately
moving out of our community and
has given her resignation effective
June 30, 2011. The Board Nominat-
ing Committee is looking for a
community member to serve out
her term that ends May 1, 2012.
Requirements for Board
Appointment
Nominees should be members in
good standing of Forest Heights
with a desire to actively participate
in guiding and providing direction for
our community. Previous board ser-
vice is desirable, but not necessary.
If appointed you will be expected to;
prepare for and attend monthly
board meetings, participate in study
sessions, evaluate subjects in an
objective manner, educate yourself
on homeowners associations and
support the will of the majority of the
board.
Please refer to the FHHOA Board
Meeting Goals, Objectives, and
Code of Ethics and Conduct
posted on our web site. An ability to
communicate and work with others
is, of course, helpful.
If this sounds like something you
are interested in, please email
Board Nominating Chair Eric
Butterfield [email protected]
or contact the FHHOA association
office by July 8, 2011.
Feel free to share this opportunity
with others who may be interested.
Do you have a passion for volunteering? Are you looking for a way to have a positive impact in the Forest Heights community? If so, here’s your opportunity!
V I L L A G E C E N T E R N E W S
Local
outdoor
skate parks
If you have a teenager who is looking for a place to skate-board, here are links to free, outdoor parks in Portland and Beaverton.
More fun and free summer activities for teens and families can be found at Portland Parks‟ Summer Free for All website. Free concerts, plays and movies can be found at a variety of Port-land parks.
P R O B L E M A T I C A C T I V I T I E S R E P O R T E D A T T H E V I L L A G E C E N T E R
If you witness any criminal activity
in progress, please call 911.
We appreciate the collective efforts
of everyone−teens, parents, resi-
dents and neighbors−to keep the
Village Center, Mill Pond Park and
indeed, all of Forest Heights, a
safe and crime-free environment.
W ithin the past month,
there have been reports
of teenagers hanging
out in large groups at the Village
Center at Forest Heights. While
visiting with friends and enjoying
a snack, pizza or coffee purchased
from a merchant is welcome, many
Village Center customers report
that a number of safety issues and
private property violations have
occurred when these groups are
congregated at the center, includ-
ing skateboarding in the parking
lot, damage to parked cars, near
misses with Village Center traffic
and vandalism.
Near by residents have reported
late night skateboarding (past
1:30 am) with skaters performing
dangerous stunts including jump-
ing 6+ feet from the steep rock wall
behind the center and skating
down the handrails. The fire pit has
been broken into several times,
with the natural gas turned on late
into the evening (and sometimes
left on overnight); rocks from the
fire pit have been removed and
strewn throughout the parking lot
and signs in the area have been
vandalized with spray paint.
Evidence of under-age drinking
and marijuana use on the property
has been reported, as well as
reports of teens carrying pellet
guns.
Many residents have expressed
feeling intimidated from coming
down to the center, due to the use
of explicit language and an aggres-
sive attitude from these teens
when asked to refrain from skate-
boarding.
The Village Center, as well as
the near-by sub-associations,
is private property. Signage
throughout the center is promi-
nently posted prohibiting skate-
boarding, bicycling, scooters and
rollerblading. People who do these
activities on private property face
trespassing charges as per ORS
164.245. It goes without saying
that minors drinking alcohol and
anyone smoking marijuana are
breaking the law.
In response to these problems,
the Village Center owners have
contracted with Alert Security to
provide an on-site, uniformed
security officer between the hours
of 4 pm and 8 pm. This is the same
firm that FHHOA hires to provide
after-hours security from 8 pm on.
Residents with concerns about
activities occurring at the Village
Center may call Alert Security after
4 pm at: 503-846-9607 or the City
of Portland non-emergency police
number any time at: 503-823-3333.
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P R O B L E M A T I C A C T I V I T I E S R E P O R T E D A T T H E V I L L A G E C E N T E R
503-764-9321
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Please join us
July 4th!
Fireworks Show
starts at 10:00 pm!
NOTE: For safety reasons,
certain trails into the park
will be closed at 9:45 pm.
Please plan to arrive early.
Big changes to the
Forest Heights
4th of July!
L ast fall the Community Activities Committee (CAC)
conducted a survey of our homeowners, asking
for feedback on the annual events that CAC and
the HOA produce each year. While an overwhelming
number of residents believe that the community events
help make Forest Heights a great place to live, an even
larger number of residents believe that the present day
economy and the upcoming dredging of Mill Pond are
larger concerns for our community.
With this information in mind, CAC and your HOA staff
made significant changes to this year‟s 4th of July
Celebration. This year‟s celebration will consist of a
spectacular fireworks show at Mill Pond Park. Our
pyrotechnicians have been hard at work to reformat the
show and have added a new and extended finale to the
program. These changes have saved your association a
significant amount of money which has been put back
into the general budget.
We‟d like to encourage you all to take advantage
of this change! Why not bring a picnic dinner to
Mill Pond park before the show? Or celebrate with
your neighbors at home before coming to the park
to watch the fireworks? Don‟t forget to bring your
blankets and low-chairs and flashlights for the
walk home. Come join us and be prepared to
“ooh and ahh” with us all on Monday, July 4th.
Please join us
July 4th!
Fireworks Show
starts at 10:00 pm!
NOTE: For safety reasons,
certain trails into the park
will be closed at 9:45 pm.
Please plan to arrive early to
secure your view.
Big changes to the
Forest Heights
4th of July!
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HEADING OUT ON VACATION?
Here’s a quick list of safety precautions you can take to help
ensure your home and valuables are safe while you are away
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W ith school out for the summer, many home-
owners are busy making summer travel plans.
Don‟t leave home without considering the fol-
lowing safety measures to help ensure your home and
belongings are safe when you are away:
• Set at least two light timers to turn interior and
exterior lights on and off in a logical sequence
• Suspend mail and newspaper deliveries or make
arrangements for a neighbor/friend to pick them up
while you are away
• Lock gate latches, garage and shed doors with a
high-security, laminated padlock
• Store grills, lawn furniture and other outdoor
valuables in your garage or are hidden from
view and securely locked to a stationary point
• Valuable items, such as televisions, stereos and
computers can be inscribed with identifying
numbers approved by local police to aid in recovery
should your items go missing.
• If you have glass panels near your doors, make
sure they are reinforced in some way so they
cannot be shattered
• Do not store an extra key anywhere near an entry
to your home
T he community socialization
process on Tract “R” began
with the open houses in June.
Landscape Architect Brian Bainnson
and the Task Force received a lot of
positive comments to the comprehensive
plan and designs elements for site im-
provement. Here is a summary of the
community input from the open houses:
• The design is full of numerous
elements and costly. “Less” may be “more”
• Landscape Tract R like Lot 265
and add picnic tables. This will substantially reduce the cost
• Provide concept overlays starting
with a simple landscape improve-ment plan and provide options, with costs associated with each option, to establish a community price point for the Tract
• More community involvement is
necessary to achieve community support
• Some of the current elements
may not accurately reflect the mainstream desires of the community
• A dog park was not considered
due to the slope of the tract being greater than 5% requiring extensive and costly site preparation (City of Portland standards for dog parks is a slope of less than 5%). Additionally a dog park area would require most of the site limiting other design elements
Future plans of the Task Force were pre-
sented at the Annual Meeting in May. An
outline of the Socialization Steps and
Task Force information is located on the
Association web site.
Here is a brief summary of the
steps and timeline from the Task
Force:
Additionally, community members wanted
to know the costs of the design elements
and whether or not a phased approach
had been considered. The Task Force
has some preliminary cost ranges associ-
ated with each phase and financing
options reviewed.
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Socialization Steps & Timeframe
Step 1 Socialization and Community Feedback
May -June
Step 2 Design Updates and Financing
August- September
Step 3 Community Comment September- October
Step 4 Design Finalization November
Step 5 Community Vote January 2012
“A prudent question
is one-half of wisdom.” - Francis Bacon
Are you curious about things
going on in our community?
Do you have questions about
issues that impact Forest
Heights? If so, here’s your
opportunity to get some
answers!
If you are wondering about
something, chances are others
in our community are curious
about the same thing, so do us
all a favor and send in your
questions. Email your ques-
tions to [email protected]
with
“Ask the Manager” in the
subject line. Questions
received by the 10th of each
month will be answered in
the newsletter the following
month.
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“I was not able to attend the Tract “R” Open House this past
weekend; what was the outcome of the workshop and what are
the Task Force plans for the future?”
ASK THE MANAGER
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The table below shows the preliminary
range of costs for phasing the design
elements/plan and Tables 1, 2 & 3 (see
right) depict possible finance scenarios/
options as they relate to current association
assessments.
The Task Force has a long way to go
before the community votes on this project.
We are only completing step one of a five
step socialization process. With your input
and support the Task Force can develop a
cohesive and affordable design plan to
improve the common area and enhance
recreational opportunities at Mill Pond
Park.
Our goal is to add community amenities
that will enhance our quality of life here at
Forest Heights.
Should you have any question regarding
this plan and detailed information please
email the Tract “R” Task Force at:
[email protected] or join the Task
Force which meets on the 4th Wednesday
night of every month here in the Associa-
tion Office at 5:30 PM. Please check the
web site calendar for updates.
~ Stephen Herr, FHHOA
General Manager ~
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ASK THE MANAGER
Tract “R” Open House
Do it Later | Save for
10 Years
Project
Cost Low
Project
Cost High
Project Cost $ 750,000 $ 1,000,000
Amount Needed to Complete Project in 2021
$ 936,900 $ 1,249,200
Annual Amount Needed to Reach Future Cost
$ 87,900 $ 117,200
120 Monthly Payments per Unit
$ 3.79 $ 5.05
Monthly Effect $ 3.79 $ 5.05
Table 3
Do It Now | Loan with
10 Year Term
Project
Cost Low
Project
Cost High
Project Cost $ 750,000 $ 1,000,000
Total Amount Paid over 120 months
$ 1,010,521 $ 1,347,361
Annual Loan Payments $ 101,052 $ 134,736
120 Monthly Payments per Unit
$ 4.35 $ 5.81
Monthly Effect $ 4.35 $ 5.81
Table 2
Do It Now | Lump Sum Project
Cost Low
Project
Cost High
Project Cost $ 750,000 $ 1,000,000
Lump Sum per Unit $ 388 $ 517
Monthly Effect $ 32 $ 43
Table 1
Preliminary Phasing Plan Range of Costs
Phase 1 Site Prep, Grading and Drainage
$ 80,000—$ 110,000
Phase 2 Community Garden
$ 60,000—$ 80,000
Phase 3 Maintenance Area/Storage Shed
$ 40,000—$ 60,000
Phase 4 Activity Shelter $ 250,000—$ 310,000
Phase 5 Sport Court $ 80,000—$ 100,000
Phase 6 Fit Trail $ 30,000—$ 50,000
Phase 7 Park Landscape $ 80,000—$ 100,000
Phase 8 Restroom $ 60,000—$ 100,000
Phase 9 Site Furniture $ 20,000—$ 30,000
$ 750,000—$ 1,000,000 Total
Preliminary Phasing and Range of Costs
Working Assumptions
• No capital reserves available
• Interest rate on an unsecured loan = 6.25%
• Term of loan 10 years/120 months
• General inflation rate of 2.25%
• Interest rate earned in safe environment = 1.25%
• Number of units in FHHOA 1,934
• Current dues—$48/month or $576/year
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A R E Y O U R G A R B A G E C A N S I N V I E W ?
C O M P L I A N C E C O R N E R
Clarification of Trash Receptacle Policy
and New Enforcement Procedures
A t the June 14, 2011 board
meeting, the directors
approved a change to
Policy Resolution #2, General
Community Rules and Regula-
tions, amending paragraph 1. to
read:
Trash, yard debris and
recycling receptacles should
be set out no earlier than
the night before pickup
and removed and stored out
of sight from the street, in an
appropriately screened or
enclosed area, no later than
the end of the day of pickup.
This revised language clarifies
that all receptacles emptied by
the garbage hauler need to be
kept out of sight from the street
by the end of day your garbage
is picked up.
Beginning September 1st, the
following timeline for compliance
enforcement will begin:
• First letter: Requests com-
pliance/remedy within thirty
(30) days (typical notice re-
quires a seven (7) day rem-
edy according to Exhibit A
Policy Resolution #3). All
future notices will be seven
(7) days.
• Second Letter: Seven (7)
day notice to correct prob-
lem. If you are not compliant
after seven (7) days a $25
daily fine begins on Day 8,
plus administrative charges.
• Day 30: If the violation con-
tinues for thirty (30) days or
more the Association may
refer the compliance matter
to the Association‟s attorney
for legal action.
If your receptacles are currently
stored in your driveway or are
otherwise visible from the street,
this is the perfect time to evalu-
ate where you can move them.
The easiest solutions would be
to store containers in your ga-
rage or behind a fence. Other
methods would be to use land-
scape (shrubs or a short hedge)
or a short fence to screen the
containers from view. These
projects would need to be
submitted for Architectural
Review Committee approval.
The fee for such a review would
be waived. Compliance Coordi-
nator Molly Oliver is happy to
meet with individual homeown-
ers at your home to discuss
possibilities for your particular
site.
Please call her at 503-297-9400
or email: [email protected] to
schedule an appointment.
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WEEKEND WARRIORS
PLEASE STORE YOUR BOATS AND RVS AS PER HOA REGULATIONS
Please remember that parking of
boats, trailers, motorcycles, trucks,
truck campers, or other recreational
vehicles (or equipment) in excess of
8000 pounds gross vehicle weight is
not allowed on any of the streets or in
driveways within Forest Heights.
We do allow owners time to load and
unload boats, trailers and RV‟s. We
appreciate a courtesy call to the HOA
office before you begin your loading
and unloading process. However,
overnight or extended parking is not
allowed.
Storage of these vehicles is only
allowed in Forest Heights within an
enclosed garage, or within a
screened area.
Screening needs to be approved in
advance by the Architectural
Review Committee and conform
to city and county ordinances.
If you have any questions, please
contact Molly Oliver, Compliance
Coordinator, at 503-297-9400 or by
email: [email protected].
NO: Parking RVs outside homes. Keep
in garage or behind ARC approved
screening
NO: Parking boats in street, other
than to load and unload
The Oregon State Fire Marshal‟s office
reminds folks to practice the following
safety measures to protect yourself and
your family from fireworks related fires
and injuries:
Be Prepared before lighting fireworks
• Use legal fireworks from licensed outlets
• Always read and follow label directions
Be Safe when lighting fireworks
• An adult should always light fireworks
• Keep matches and lighters away from
children
Be Responsible after lighting fireworks
• Soak used fireworks thoroughly in a
bucket of water
• Dispose of used fireworks properly
In the State of Oregon, legal fireworks are
defined as ones that produce only smoke,
sparks or fire. Illegal fireworks are those that
explode, eject balls of fire, fly in to the air or
travel more than 6 feet on the ground or 12
inches into the air. The Oregon State Fire
Marshal‟s office has a poster identifying
various legal and illegal fireworks.
Use legal fireworks for your own personal
fun; stay safe and enjoy the “big guns” at
the Forest Heights community 4th of July
fireworks display! The FHHOA Fireworks
show starts at 10:00 pm at Mill Pond Park.
Fireworks Safety—Tips for a Safe
and Legal Celebration
AFTER VIEWING SEVERAL BOATS AND MOTORHOMES PARKED IN THE
NEIGHBORHOOD, IT’S TIME FOR A FRIENDLY REMINDER FROM YOUR HOA
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A S K T H E E X P E R T
D E V E L O P M E N T O F A E S T H E T I C
F E N C E S I N F O R E S T H E I G H T S
T he landscaped infrastructure
of Forest Heights is one of
this neighborhood‟s defining
characteristics and sets it apart
from many other communities.
Design elements like The Wave,
designed by renowned sculptor
Michihiro Kosuge, the trail system,
and the extensive planting beds in
common areas are not only beautiful
but unique to Forest Heights.
Continuing this level of excellence
in design are the goals of the Forest
Heights Architectural Committee. As
a result of the committee‟s efforts,
the neighborhood has been able to
maintain relatively high property
values despite the current economy.
When the first houses of Forest
Heights were built, fences were not
encouraged. The developer thought
that sweeping territorial expanses
of the natural open areas allowed
neighbors to borrow unobstructed
views as property lines disappeared
into the landscape. However, when
residents started losing pets to coyo-
tes, and losing plants to hungry deer,
many homeowners decided they
wanted to keep wild animals out and
to keep their young children and pets
in. As a result, the ARC Fence
Guidelines and Policy changed to
accommodate the demand for
barriers.
The ARC created fence design
parameters to allow the surrounding
environment and context to be de-
sign guides. The following are some
ideas to consider when it comes to
adding a fence to your property:
• When laying out a fence, it is
important to have a clear starting
point and a clear ending point
• When you start the fence next to
your house, try not to align the
house and fence in one straight
line. Instead, offset the fence
• Match the style of your fence to
the style of your house
• Use your fence as an extension
of architecture into your garden
by using similar materials, styles
and paint color as your house
• Layer the fence/border with
shrubbery or a change in
materials
The architectural guidelines include
many wood fence options. Wood is a
beautiful, natural material, is easy to
work with and has unlimited design
potential. However, wood should be
properly maintained with a protective
finish when installed and paint or
stain should be applied every two to
three years.
Another good design choice is black,
powder coated aluminum. The color,
black, does not stand out against
shrubbery; instead, it seems to dis-
appear. Aluminum fence designs are
often very elegant and, surprisingly,
fabrication is environmentally
friendly. The finish, a dry powdered
plastic, is heated and melts to cover
the aluminum and doesn‟t require
solvents to wet the resin and then
evaporate into the environment. If
the finish is scratched, it can be
touched up with liquid paint.
When designing a fence for your
garden, it is always a good idea to
first read the architectural guidelines.
Then think about the value of your
house. Your fence should be
designed to match or increase that
value. Even though a fence is utilitar-
ian, it should be beautiful and well
integrated into your landscape. If you
are considering adding a fence to
your property, the Architectural Re-
view Committee will help with any
questions or concerns, so please
feel free to contact us. We are at
your service.
~ Susan Corbett, Licensed
Architect & ARC Chair~
Considering a new fence this summer? Let nature and your home be your
guides when choosing your fence design, materials and even location.
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T he transition from spring to
summer is our busiest time
of year in the landscape
management world. With so much
happening, I thought that now
would be a great time to bring you
up to date on what’s been happening
in the common area landscape of
Forest Heights HOA.
Irrigation
All systems are up and running.
We‟re entering our second year utiliz-
ing weather based irrigation control.
Our first year, 2010, proved to be a
huge success. Forest Heights HOA
used 4.6 million gallons less water
than the previous year! That‟s almost
a 50% savings in water used to irri-
gate the landscape. Early this year,
we made some system improve-
ments that will make water use even
more efficient.
The Pacific Wave
Last winter, we changed our tactics
somewhat regarding how we keep
The Pacific Wave looking its best.
Time has started taking its toll on
the wave. Roots from the red
maples that line the top of the wave
have made it difficult for the nearest
plants to stay full and healthy. Also,
increasing drainage issues have
damaged other sections. These two
factors have impacted the ground-
cover plantings the most. These
areas were becoming very thin and
quite unattractive. To fix the situation,
we‟ve added more drainage to help
keep water off of the wave. We have
also pruned some roots of the red
maples. As damaged sections are
being repaired, we are extensively
amending the soil as we replant,
something that we‟ve been unable to
do very well when replacing plants
one at a time.
Landscaping
Late last year, we modified the land-
scape at the two monuments on the
north side of Miller Road and Thomp-
son. This was the last phase of the
multi-year upgrading project to the
monuments that began in 2005 with
the monument beds at Miller and
Cornell. We‟ve attempted to keep a
common theme, but have had to
make some plant changes as we‟ve
progressed. This summer we will be
replacing some plant varieties around
many of the monuments that haven‟t
done very well in the recent years.
This will be the first full season that
we‟ll be able to enjoy two new
„Knockout‟ rose plantings. Miller at
Murdock and Miller at Hazeltine have
the new mass plantings and they
should really be gorgeous this year.
Herbicide Use
In an effort to reduce the quantity of
chemicals that are used at Forest
Heights, we stopped using pre-
emergent herbicides two years ago.
Pre-emergents are applied before a
weed seed germinates and kills the
young weed once it starts growing.
Pre-emergents are great at keeping
weed growth down this time of year.
We‟re seeing quite a bit of weed
growth recently, but are working hard
to get them under control. Becoming
sustainable sometimes has tradeoffs,
and a weedier May and June is the
tradeoff in this case.
Maintenance
Of course, lawn maintenance is going
full force right now. We‟re continuing
to mulch the lawn clippings when we
mow. Sometimes it‟s a little difficult in
wet conditions, but we do our best to
leave the lawns clean and beautiful.
The organic based fertilizer program
we‟ve been on for the last few years
continues to be successful. Every
year, lawn fertility seems to hold on a
little longer between applications than
it did with synthetic based fertilizers.
In the planting beds, we are about to
do the first round of shearing along
Miller Road. We like to use big crews
so we can reduce our time on busy
Miller Road. Most of our activity will
be near the wave, Hazeltine/Miller,
and Woodrose Loop/Miller. The
majority of the shearing will be on the
abelia and cotoneaster plantings.
~ Glenn Fritts, Area Manager
Willamette Landscape Services ~
FHHOA Landscape Update
V E N D O R U P D A T E
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R E M I N D E R : S E M I - A N N U A L D U E S
US MAIL | LOCKBOX
Write a check payable to Forest Heights
HOA, and mail it along with your payment
coupon to the address listed on the coupon.
Important: Write your account number on
your check as it appears on your statement.
ONLINE PAYMENT VIA E-CHECK
OR CREDIT CARD* - OR - ACH
RECURRING AUTOMATIC DRAFT
Set up a one time payment using Master-
Card, American Express or Discover or
eCheck. Go to www.fhhoa.com and click on
the SmartStreet logo, then choose one of the
following options and complete the online
instructions. If choosing ACH | Automatic
Draft, your assessment will automatically be
deducted from your account on January 20th
and July 20th.
YOUR BANK’S ONLINE BILL PAY
Please complete your bank‟s online bill pay
set up with the following information:
Payee
Forest Heights HOA
PO Box 105007 | Atlanta, GA 30348-5007
(888) 705-0600
Account Number: Enter as it appears on your statement
* VISA not accepted
By now you should have received your July
2011 semi-annual assessment invoice. The
semi-annual assessment is $288.00 and is
due January 1st and July 1st each year.
You can pay your assessment one of the
following ways:
GO GREEN
WORKSHOP
Naturescaping: Ways to reduce yard
maintenance, control erosion, improve
stream and pond health in Forest Heights
M aking small changes in your yard can make
a positive difference for your yard and our
community. Learn how to save time, money
and energy maintaining your property. Discover how
it possible to decrease the use of chemicals, control
erosion and improve the health of the Forest Heights
stream system and Mill Pond without sacrificing
aesthetics or revamping your entire landscape.
The FHHOA Go Green committee invites you to
attend the Backyard Habitat Workshop Thursday,
September 29th, 2011 from 7-8:30 pm in the FHHOA
conference room. This presentation will be given by
Gaylen Beatty of the Columbia Land Trust. Gaylen
will give residents information on methods and
programs to assist residents with efforts to reduce
mowing, watering, and use of chemicals in their
yards.
To attend this workshop, please RSVP by emailing
[email protected] to reserve your spot.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
Garden Smart Guide
Columbia Land Trust Backyard Habitat Certifica-
tion Program
Native Plant Guide
WMSWCD services, classes and other general
information
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Y O U H A V E S P O K E N , A N D
W E H A V E H E A R D Y O U
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The residents have spoken and
we have heard you! The results
of the latest Go Green survey
are in. With 79 respondents to
the survey, below please find the
summary of the survey results.
Raw data from the survey is
available on the G2 web page
located on the association website.
Awareness of sustainability
activities within the
community
What you said: 84% of the respon-
dents get their information from the
newsletter while 11% are informed
through signs in the neighborhood.
Our response: Continue to use
the newsletter and e-Alerts as the
primary means of communicating
with the community.
Importance of sustainability
What you said: 54% of the respon-
dents consider sustainability as
very important to them while 38%
give sustainability average impor-
tance. 66% of the respondents
consider our residents to be
average in sustainability while
30% consider our residents to
be below average in sustainability.
51% consider our HOA to be
average in sustainability while 17%
consider the HOA to be above aver-
age in sustainability.
Our response: Continue to provide
sustainability activities and opportu-
nities for our residents while trying
to judiciously increase sustainability
in HOA activities.
Effectiveness of the G2
committee in improving
sustainability
What you said: 42% of the respon-
dents consider the G2 committee to
be performing better than average,
28% consider it to be performing
average and 9% consider it to be
performing exceptional. 7% of the
respondents consider G2 to be
performing below average.
Our response: Try to improve our
effectiveness so that we continue to
address those areas where we are
performing below average.
Participation in Go Green
events
What you said: 29% of the respon-
dents participated in the solarize
program, while the same percent-
age of respondents also partici-
pated in the stream bank restora-
tion event. 20% of the respondents
have participated in the Harvest
Exchanges and 11% of the resi-
dents participated in the Sustain-
ability Classes.
Our response: Work on broaden-
ing the offerings so that more resi-
dents have the opportunity to incor-
porate sustainability in their lives.
We have already started acting on
the priorities by bringing a rain gar-
den storm water management class
with a follow-on on backyard habitat
in September. We are also working
on a rainwater harvesting class this
summer.
Utilization of public transport
including the Forest Heights
shuttle
What you said: 45% of the respon-
dents never take public transporta-
tion, 33% take it 1 to 5 times a
month and 13% take it more than
10 times a month. 7% take it
between 5 and 10 times a month.
Our response: Investigate the
feasibility of alternatives to increase
participation of residents in public
transportation.
Our Trail System
What you said: This was a free-
form question and overall the
respondents thought that the trails
were one of our greatest assets and
they loved our trails. Respondents
use the trail regularly. Suggestions
included, improving the trail condi-
tions, inter-connecting them and
creating more points of access.
Our response: Work on improving
the trail conditions, investigate
feasibility of inter-connections and
additional points of access.
Interest in additional Go
Green residential programs
What you said: The priorities, in
descending order, are:
1. Better access to local organic
food including a farmer's
market
2. Community events to restore
native habitat
3. Backyard and container
gardening workshops
4. Partnerships with City of
Portland, utilities, etc.
5. Workshops on energy efficiency
6. Rainwater harvesting and rain
gardens
7. More solar options such as
solar water heating
Our response: Work from top of
the list to bring these additional
opportunities to the community.
Top 4 HOA Priorities
What you said: The top 4 priorities,
in descending order of priorities,
for the HOA are:
1. Reduce our watering needs
2. Reduce our use of pesticides
and herbicides
3. Switch to 100% organic
fertilizers and compost
4. Reduce our strip lawns along
sidewalks
Our response: Work from top of
the list to determine feasibility of
implementation and if feasible,
make appropriate suggestions to
the board.
Concerns about pursuing
additional Go Green programs
or HOA priorities
What you said: This was a
free-form question and while the
responses were varied, one of the
most heard comment was about not
spending HOA funds on Green
activities and doing them only when
positive ROI exists.
Our response: Continue to refrain
from spending HOA funds for resi-
dent Go Green programs and
continue using governmental and
non-profit partners; ensure that
HOA green investments have posi-
tive returns. We have been trying
to get grants and expertise from
various sources to help us maintain
our community. Our volunteers are
a large reason that we are able to
control costs and expenses. We
would like to encourage all our
residents to consider volunteering
within the community and thus help
us all in building and sustaining
what is so unique to Forest Heights.
For details on volunteering, please
visit the HOA website.
The G2 committee and the HOA
staff thank all of you for your invalu-
able feedback in shaping our priori-
ties!
~ Devidas Gupta,
Go Green Committee Chair ~
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A R E Y O U R H A B I T S O N T H E
G R E E N S I D E ? Did you know that it only takes about
two weeks to develop a new habit? Just
think: 14 days from now you could be
more fit from your new habit of walking
20 minutes a day. Or in two short weeks
you can proudly show off your new green
habits like mulching your lawn clippings,
using pesticide free fertilizers, creating a
kitchen vegetable scrap compost or
designing an ingenious system for
getting a handle on your paper goods
recycling. Have you got a green habit
that you’d like to share with your
neighbors? If so, send them to:
[email protected] and we’ll publish
your green habits in next month’s FHHOA
newsletter!
BABYSITTING SERVICE AVAILABLE!
Hi, my name is Emilie Jackson, I'm 17 years old, and go to St. Mary's Academy. I've been
babysitting for 6 years with all ages and love it! I'm available most week nights but espe-
cially weekends and willing to book on short notice. I have lots of references upon request,
so give me a call! (503) 804-6616
NANNY/BABYSITTER My name is Ashley and I am 17 year old., experienced babysitter and Red Cross certified. I love to play games, do arts and crafts, play sports and be active. I have my drivers license and am a good driver with my own car. I am able to drive myself along with others if needed. I am available school nights,
weekends and this summer. Please call Ashley at 503-577-6951 or email [email protected].
FUN, RELIABLE, BABYSITTER AVAILABLE Responsible, caring and experienced with kids of all ages! Available on weeknights and weekends to babysit for families, during parties, etc. Call 503-291-1249 or email [email protected]
BABYSITTER Responsible 12 year old girl available for babysitting in the Forest Heights Neighborhood. I am
Red Cross-certified and love kids! Call Abby at 503-292-7744.
BABYSITTER/PET SERVICES AVAILABLE Hi my name is Haley and I am a sophomore in high school. I am offering babysitting and pet services. I am Red Cross certified for CPR. I have been a camp counselor for ages 2-12, a mother’s helper for a 1 year old, and a sitter for school age children. My parents are avail-
able to drive me anywhere in the neighborhood. I love kids and am very patient with them! I currently charge $10 per hour. My pet services are as follows: Grooming and sitting. Groom-
ing would be available at my own home where a grooming center is available. I currently charge $20 per full day/night sitting and grooming cost varies by size and coat length.
References are available. Email: [email protected] or call 503.863.6673
BABYSITTING
BABYSITTER AVAILABLE High school student, Red Cross infant and toddler CPR certified, 3 years experience.
Available to babysit Fridays and Saturdays year round. References available.
Phone #: 503-841-5989 | Rate: $6/hr
BABYSITTING SERVICE My name is Kendall and am 13 years old. I live in Forest Heights and an Red Cross CPR
certified. My parents will drive me to residences in the neighborhood. I can be reached at
503-780-1890/503-706-0348, and charge $5.00/hr.
EXPERIENCED NANNY Experienced nanny for many families in Forest Heights. Flexible availability. Reliable
transportation and perfect driving record. Many references. Part time preferable.
Phone Jocelyn at: 503-459-9443.
BABYSITTING SERVICE Hi, I’m Trudi, and I’m a senior at Lincoln High School. I am CPR certified and live in Forest
Heights. I do not have my driver’s license yet; however, I can be driven by my parents to and from babysitting jobs. I have been babysitting kids ages 1.5 to 11 years old for the past
three years. I also work with preschoolers and kindergarteners in childcare at my church. I am available most weekends including Fridays. I currently charge $9/hour. By the way, I am
allergic to dogs and cats so I am unable to babysit for pet owners. Please call me at 503-
841-5989 or email [email protected]. I would love to hear from you.
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BABYSITTING SERVICE Hello, my name is Sonja Breda and I am 17 years old and attend St. Mary’s Academy. I am friendly, fun and love to work with children. I am also Red Cross Certified, have experience working with children and have my driver’s license. I am available some weeknights and
most weekends. Please cal me at 503-203-2627 or email me at [email protected].
I look forward to talking with you soon.
BABYSITTING SERVICE Hello! My name is Jarrett Gold, I am 16, and a sophomore at Lincoln High School. I am Red Cross certified and can take care of any age group of children. I can also take care
of any pets or other things needed. I am very responsible and I have had past experience taking care of children and feel very confident in doing so. I was a counselor at outdoor school and took care of children for a week. I had a lot of fun and built leadership skills. I can also help tutor children with their schooling if needed. I can babysit children during
the week or weekends. With summer coming up, I am free anytime, and am willing to take any time slots. I enjoy children and I am eager to help take care of them.
You can contact me at 503-922-9900. Thank you!
RESPONSIBLE, FUN BABYSITTER AND MOTHER’S HELPER AVAILABLE Red Cross Certified, 12 years old and love for kids of all ages. Like to play sports, read to
kids, do creative things like acting, dancing, singing, and am an A+ student. Rate is $5 per
hour. Call 503.294.1249 or email: [email protected]
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Fourth of July Word Scrambler
Put on your thinking caps and
unscramble the patriotic words below!
Email your answers to: [email protected]
for a chance to win a $25 Starbucks gift card.
NEED SOME EXTRA HELP?
My name is Nathan VanDomelen, 16 years old. I am a trustworthy and dedicated person.
I honor all appointments and always do quality work. Here are a few things I can do:
baby-sit, take care of plants, take care of pets (I am good with animals), pull weeds, and
clean cars (inside and out.) Please note that I am not limited only to the jobs specified. I am
available most weekdays, but prefer weekends due to school. Please don’t hesitate to
call me (503) 206-6563. Thank you.
PET CARE Responsible 12 year old girl who loves to care for your pets. I am available to walk, play with, feed or care for while you are at work or away. All types of animals, birds or fish are
acceptable. Please call to schedule your pet care. Manoy 503-203-1787
CERTIFIED READING THERAPIST Private sessions to improve your child's reading skills. Call for information or to schedule
an evaluation. Caren 503-327-8046 or [email protected]
TWO BROTHERS PET & PLANT SITTING
We are 14 and 16 year old brothers who provide quality care for your pets and plants while
you’re away. We have over five years of experience caring for pets and plants, indoors and
out, from cats and cacti to dogs and dahlias. References available. Gabe and Hayden
Henderson, call 503-296-9165 or email [email protected]
PET CARE / PLANT WATERING
Responsible 13 and 16 year old brothers will provide excellent nurture for your pets and
plants. In the last five years we have cared for numerous neighborhood pets, watered an
abundance of vegetation and provided many dogs a daily walk.
References available. Call Reid or Trent at: 503-203-1491
DRUM LESSONS
Accomplished, studious high school student (junior) offering lessons in home studio;
2 drum sets for teach and follow instruction and recording equipment to monitor progress.
Qualifications: 5 years study, numerous instructors, rock & jazz emphasis. Drummer
and percussionist in 3 bands: rock, jazz and orchestra. Performance venues include
clubs, charity events & private engagements. Rate: $10/half hour; $18/hour. Email:
[email protected], 503.686.8020 www.youtube.com/watch?v=3C24mJgNyP8
FOREST HEIGHTS STORAGE UNITS FOR RENT Secure Storage/Parking Garages available in Forest Heights behind the Village Center.
Sizes and Prices Vary. Contact 503-384-0333 if you’re interested. Professionally managed
by C and R Real Estate Services, Co.
LOOKING FOR EXTRA HELP?
Hi! My name is Jake Marcy and I am 16 years old. I am dedicated to my sports and school.
I am a lacrosse player for Lincoln High School and love my sport. I am very motivated and
willing to work as hard as you need. I can help with yard work, computer work (Facebook,
upload photos, etc.), animal watching and walking, babysitting, house sitting, lacrosse
training. I am a hard worker so feel free to call me for any work you might have.
Please feel free to call me at 503-297-5921 or 503-407-0846.
PLAY DATE 5 year old girl is looking for the girl of same age or older, to arrange regular play dates.
Please call Julia at 503.332.8080 or email: [email protected]
My name is Nick Grout and I am an 8th grader at West Sylvan. I am willing to wash cars,
feed and bathe pets, house sit, and do yard work. I can come anytime during the week or
weekend. Please contact me at 503.292.5440 or [email protected]
FOR RENT MT HOOD SKI CHALET- One for Vacation Rental - One For SALE by Owner. Sleeps 8. Three Bedroom, 2.5Bath, 2-car Garage, Pools, Spa, Deck. Hot Tub, Trails. Offers four seasons of fun: Ski, Hike, Fish, Boat, Climb. Located Right at Government Camp - Collins Lake Resort
and Grand Lodges. Mention this FHHOA ad for FHHOA Member Rates and Book Direct with
owner. Loren P Hotchkiss [email protected] 503-291-9822
RENTALS
PIANO TEACHER/TUTORING
Excellent piano teacher and professional tutor (LA, Math, French, Study Skills). Fully certified.
Established business 6+ years in Forest Heights. Great references from your neighbors. I make
learning fun and I connect personally with my students. I travel to you! Please call Sarah at:
503.313.1216 or mail me: [email protected].
MUSIC
TUTORING
PET/PLANT CARE
MISCELLANEOUS
LANDSLIDE INSURANCE RECOMMENDATION? Looking to insure my home against landslide. Any recommendations? Please let me know.
Petra at 503.456-0770.
EXPERT COLLEGE ESSAY COACH
As the acceptance rates of competitive colleges decline, it becomes essential for
applicants to craft compelling admission essays. Experienced high school English
teacher with Master’s Degree available to help plan, organize, revise, and edit admission
and scholarship essays during evenings and/or weekends. Hourly fee. References supplied
upon request. Please contact Ali at 503.867.6321 or [email protected]
BRIDGE ANYONE? Looking for intermediate level bridge players who would like to play for fun.
Call Mike and Steph 503-244-1418
HOME FOR RENT
Beautiful Home in Forest Heights with spectacular view and private setting!
Open floor plan with a lot of light. 3 min walk to trails and Starbucks!
3500sqf home, 4 bedrooms plus bonus room, 2.5 bath, 3 Car garage, 2 big decks,
lots of storage place and much more. 10 min from downtown, no smoking and no pets.
Price $2700. for more info e-mail [email protected]
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SUMMER MATH AND WRITING CAMPS
Enroll your child (1st—6th grade) in our Summer Math and Writing Camps!
We also offer a camp for students entering Kindergarten in the fall.
Please contact Susan Ellis at 503-330-7757 or [email protected] for details.
FOR SALE
2007 Honda Civic LX 4D Sedan for sale by owner - $13,400
Features: odometer: 43,870, atomic blue exterior/grey interior, 5-speed automatic
transmission, 1.8L 4-cyl. engine, 26/34 MPG, antilock brakes, front and side-impact
airbags, keyless entry, cruise control. The car is in excellent condition (fully detailed)
and we’ve taken great care of it since we purchased it (brand new).
Please call 503-227-3376 or email [email protected] for more details & photos.
Available as of June 5th
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
STUDIO8FILMS
Have you ever wanted to create a special video to celebrate an
event or milestone in the life of a loved one, including your pet, but don't have the
time or skills to do so? Studio8Films can produce your custom video with original
videography or can utilize and edit your super 8 films, photographs, videos and audio
bytes. Why let the memorable moments fade, capture them forever! Final films provided
in a format of your choice, a DVD or web movie for upload to the internet.
Please go to: Studio8Films.net for video samples and information.
EXPERIENCED PET & PLANT SITTER
Very responsible 12 year old girl with lots of experience. I can walk, feed and play with,
clean up after and care for your pets if you are going to be gone. I have lived with cats, dogs,
hamsters, fish and snails and have taken care of guinea pigs, cats and many other animals.
I can also take care of plants, and have done for many people.
Call 503.291.1249 or email: [email protected]
Interested in advertising in the Forest
Heights Community Newsletter?
When you advertise in the FHHOA Community
Newsletter, your ad will appear monthly during your
contract period. In addition to your ad, we provide
links to your website from the both the newsletter
itself and the monthly email blast that delivers the
newsletter.
For ad rates, submission deadlines and general infor-
mation, please contact Kim Monaco, Marketing,
Communications and Event Coordinator, at:
[email protected] or by phone 503.297.9400.
LABOR DAY VACATION SWAP!
Looking to swap luxury SUNRIVER Oregon home (sleeps 9) for your 2+ bedroom home/
condo in Forest Heights area August 31st-September 5th. For info & photos email:
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
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Fourth of July Fireworks 10:00 pm
FHHOA Office
Closed
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Go Green 6:00 pm
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Community Activities
Committee 12:00 pm
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Board of Directors 6:00 pm
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Budget & Finance Committee
6:00 pm
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Tract R Development
Task Force 6:00 pm
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July 2011
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Here’s a snapshot of FHHOA activities and meetings for
the month of July. Print and keep this calendar in a handy
spot so you’ll have access to what’s happening in your
community.
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