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THE NEWSLETTER OF THE MONTPELIER COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
September-October 2012
Inside this issue:
Letter from the President Biographies of Nominees Ballot/Proxy June 2012 MCA Board Meeting Minutes June 2012 ACCC Meeting Minutes July 2012 MCA Board Meeting Minutes Labor Day Luau Financials Security Committee Report Dog Day at the Pool Swim Team Report GLO in the Garden ACCC Approval Form Helping Hands
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MONTPELIER TODAY is published by the MONTPELIER COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, INC. http://www.montpelieronline.org Community Information Line888-MCA-INF (888-622-4630) MONTPELIER TODAY is published six times per year (Jan/ Feb, Mar/Apr, May/Jun, Jul/Aug, Sep/Oct, and Nov/Dec) by the Montpelier Community Association, Inc. Material for the newsletter must be submitted by the 15th of the month prior to publication. Please forward all association and newsletter correspondence to: P.O. Box 2503 Laurel, MD 20709-2503 or e-mail to: emhughes@comcast.net
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Committees
Architectural Control & Compliance Michael Boddie, Chair 301 317-5535 maboddieus@yahoo.com Benevolent Fund Vacant Elections & Swim Team Lynne Collman, Chair 301 776-3098 lbcollman@gmail.com Social Carla Bowen, Chair cbmcasocial@verizon.net 888 622-4630 x104 Assistant to the Board Mary Hughes888-622-4630 x103 emhughes@comcast.net Resale Packages888 MCA INFO x102
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O r Chairman, Mi h l Boddi , an the rest of the r hite t ral Control an Complian e Commi ee CCC mem- Come to the nn al Mee ng an see a pi t re sho of bers ertainly kept s looking goo an ge ng along. o r 2012 pro e ts, a i es an so ial e ents S n ay, Doing the best that part me ol nteers an, they a - 23 September, 2:00 pm at the Montpelier rt Barn. resse iss es an orke to resol e omplaints in a mely manner. O r omm nity has looke on erf l all Bob Derri k MONTPELIER TODAY 4 Sept-Oct 2012
P 9000 G P 01 776 9886 As a board member will con nue to improve and maintain the Montpelier community common grounds. will also con nue on as Pool Commi ee Chairman. have been a Montpelier resident for 21 years and really enjoy the community and residents. have been on the board since 2009 served as Pool Commi ee Chairperson since 200 and was league representa ve for the Marlins wim Team.
P D 8904 E L 01 490 7614 am married to John and have three boys Patric 25 ean 23 and Colin 21. My family and have lived in Montpelier since 199 however grew up here from 19 -1984. currently am employed at t. Vincent Pallo igh chool in aurel where ve taught math for 18 years. was elected to the MCA Board of Trustees the last three years and also served on the Board a several years ago. served on the Board of Directors for the D k e ler s anding omeowner s Associa on for several 1 608 C kL years. was an ac ve volunteer on the Montpelier 01 776 5008 wim Team from 199 -200 . Now wish to contribute grew up in Montpelier a ended our public schools my me to our neighborhood in a di erent capacity. graduated from Virginia Tech and spent 30 years in am interested in pool opera ons and social events. the United tates Army Corps of Engineers. am currently a Project Manager for a large construc on man- L F z agement rm and have returned to the same house 8716 C R kL that my parents bought in 19 . have been ac vely 01 776 67 involved in the pool MCA socials common grounds My name is illian R. Fazio. am an original homeownswim team and have served as President of the Asso- er. have been your Treasurer for the past three cia on for the last three years. years. was also Treasurer from 1985 to 199 . At this believe that our Board of Trustees should operate point feel very comfortable handling the nances of openly and honestly be good stewards of all MCA the community. resources and respond to the concerns of community believe Montpelier is a wonderful place to live. members. The Montpelier wim and Racquet Club is would li e to eep it that way by ta ing care of proba valuable asset to each homeowner and in addi on lems as they arise. believe in using our Reserve to providing wholesome family recrea on eeps the Funds for the up eep and beau ca on of the comvalue of our homes compe ve. t is vital that we mon grounds. owever also feel we must be prumaintain our common grounds and facili es monitor dent in the amount of Reserve we spend so we do not the regional trac and business developments and deplete ourselves in the event an emergency arises. focus on neighborhood security issues. will strive to am very much in favor of using legal assistance in orrepresent the best interests of all homeowners and der to collect past due assessments. am also a tennis eep the lines of communica on open to enhance the player and will ac vely wor to eep the courts a raclifestyle of our unique neighborhood. ve.
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BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETINGS Mar your calendar for T 11 and T O 9 for the monthly board mee ngs at Deereld Recrea on Center preschool room. All mee ngs begin at PM. Montpelier homeowners are encouraged to a end. ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL & COMPLIANCE COMMITTEE (ACCC) MEETINGS ACCC mee ngs are held the rst Thursday of every month at PM at the Deereld Recrea on Center preschool room. The ne t mee ngs are Thursday eptember and Thursday ctober 4. MONTPELIER TODAY 5 Sept-Oct 2012
J kK 9 07 D 01 5 0497 have lived in Montpelier for fourteen years. serve as MCA Vice-President (2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 201112) and am also a member of the ACC Committee (2008-2012). would li e the opportunity to serve a fifth term on the Board of Trustees. R 8900 O w L 01 46 6 50 am honored to be Chairman of the MCA ecurity Committee for the past ten months and a Trustee for the past si months. My wife Emily and have lived in Montpelier for 3 years. We raised two boys here and thoroughly enjoy living in Montpelier. have a een interest in eeping our community safe so have been on the ecurity Committee for ten years. developed a good wor ing relationship with the Prince Georges County Community Police officers and our residents. My objective is to inform our community of events and guidelines from the police and Montpelier residents. also inform the police of events and request services from them. My goal is to prevent crime and eep our community safe. have an interest in all MCA activities with special interest for the pool facilities and the Architectural Control and Compliance Committee responsibilities. have been active with many community organizations through my 3 years living in Montpelier. was a aurel Boys and Girls Club baseball coach for both our boys for 10 years. wor ed as an Assistant Boy cout eader for Troop 9. served as an Elder at a lands Presbyterian Church for 8 years. am an active member of the American egion Post 0 in aurel serving on the visitation committee for our senior veterans in assisted living facilities. am now serving on the Community Missions Committee at aurel Presbyterian Church. My wife and ta e care of her 95-year old mother who lives at a outh aurel group home. J 1
gartens for approval by the tate. am sensitive to the needs of young children and feel that Montpelier has always been warm and friendly to children. have been an enthusiastic participant in the seasonal Valerie ane/ hadetree ane loop party for the last two years. have also enjoyed the Wednesday Pizza Night at the Pool and have given my assistance whenever it was needed. pecific board functions that interest me are Communications and ocial Activities.
7V L 01 776 650 have lived in Montpelier for 43 years and have been a Trustee for several months. My career was in early childhood education-teaching and directing nursery school teaching indergarten for the Prince Georges County Public chools and finally wor ing for the Maryland tate Department of Education as an Accreditation pecialist evaluating private nursery schools and inder-
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1) PAUL BUEHLER 2) BOB DERRICK 3) PATRICIA DOUVILLE 4) LILLIAN FAZIO 5) JACK KEATING 6) RICHARD MASON 7) JEAN SORRENTINO
The undersigned appoints _____________________________________(a Member of the MCA) as proxy with full power of substitution to vote as indicated at the Annual Meeting to be held September 23, 2012, 2 PM at the Montpelier Art Barn, 9652 Muirkirk Rd, Laurel, MD.
Members are entitled to revoke a proxy and vote in person at the official meeting.. Mailed proxies
MUST BE RECEIVED PRIOR TO THE START OF THE MEETING. Mail to:
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C C T J C Trustee Jacobs reviewed the user list on the list serv group and deleted 400 emails that were no longer valid. There are now about 250 users and several homes have more than one email address associated with the group so he 02 es mated that there may only be about 125 member/ homes represented.
R T D F C J kK C The minutes of the May 2012 board mee ng were re- Trustee ea ng reported that the guard shac roof was viewed. Trustee ea ng made a mo on to accept the replaced new eys and loc s installed the bathroom amended minutes. Trustee Fazio seconded the mo on vanity legs were ed the lea ing fountain and pool and it passed unanimously. ood lights were ed vinyl trim installed etc. for $13 00 which was less than was budgeted. T R L F z The ashing must be replaced because the roof valleys Trustee Fazio distributed the monthly statements. were installed bac wards in the itchen building. There are 1 assessments le for collec on and e orts The ceiling in the guard shac needs to be replaced and are ongoing to collect. Those remaining will be turned new lights installed ($800-$900). over to the a orney for collec on before the ne t board There is one bid for repoin ng the bric wor on the mee ng. Trustee Fazio is also wor ing with the a orney pump house for $1900. Trustee ea ng will get two on long term delinquent and will a end an e parte more bids. hearing this wee . New soccer nets and bas etball prison grade hoops $ 000 has been spent on reserve projects. bac boards nets and rims will cost $4000. They are not CCC C ( ) spring loaded. Trustee Buehler will chec to see how Mr. Boddie reported that the owner of the ilverbirch much spring loaded ones would cost and he said only house with the un empt lawn is deceased and the home two bac boards are needed rather than 4. Trustee Jais now owned by Ban of America. Trustee Buehler cobs made a mo on to accept the purchase of the basmade a mo on that the Board use the Benevolent Fund etball/soccer equipment. Trustee Buehler seconded (or general funds) to cut the grass at this property and the mo on and it passed unanimously. any other which needs it one me only (up to $300) and everal lights in the food court are out and a ladder is use the current landscaping contractor to do so. Trustee needed to them. Jacobs seconded the mo on and it passed with Trustee P C P C Fazio opposed. M. Boddie and M. ughes are author Trustee Buehler reported a lea in the wading pool and ized to decide when this should be done. as ed American Pools to loo at it. A member suggested that a hazardous material pic -up Two lifeguard umbrellas are needed and they are less be organized for the neighborhood. Trustee ea ng than $200 each. e plained that there are a number of requirements for Trustee Buehler men oned the contract states the pool disposing of hazardous materials and it would probably must be open at least four hours even if it rains all day. not be feasible for the associa on to organize a pic -up. Pool use by nannys was discussed. Currently live-in t was suggested that Ms. ehman might be able to help. nannys are listed as pool users on the pool form. ther M. uhn contacted Mr. Boddie regarding a bloc age in nannys or si ers are admi ed with the members chilthe cree behind her house. he contacted Community dren if the member pays a $50 e tended pass. Claricatandards and the Board of Educa on without success. on is needed on the policy and Trustee Buehler and M. he then contacted Ms. ehman who was able to get the Derric will discuss this further. job done. The July ACCC mee ng has been postponed due to the M. Derric proposed that a bul pool pass be o ered with a discounted rate. The passes will expire at the end 4th of July holiday. The mee ng will be Thursday July 12 the ea n tee eh e ade a nt and a no ce will be put on the phone line newsle er e a b k a 25 a e $87 50 which exand list serv. (Continued on page 10) The overgrown lawn on Ethan Court has been cut by the MONTPELIER TODAY 9 Sept-Oct 2012
ACCC REPORT
nani 920 M nt e ie D i e H e wne di c ed the be a b cked t ea with M ddie and wa C i ee Me be e ent: Michae ddie, ian enc a ed t c ntact De a t ent En i n enta Denni , Jack ea n , n ena t, a ine e , and e ce A e an in e a n and ec n i n i Sh ew b a t e n ibi it aintenance the t ea , the C i ee Me be Ab ent: Diana S w e h e wne c ntacted Ma eh an and the a C nit Me be e ent: M H he iate a enc t k ca e the be he ee n wa ca ed t de at 7:0 M he 12504 Si e bi ch ane M ddie e ted that the in te the Ma ee n we e a ed b naniwne the h e i decea ed and it a ea that te ank A e ica i e n ib e the et n w O he a i e n and the bank wi be n ed 9302 M nt e ie D i e he e ha been n e n e t 9207 Ethan C t he a ha been c t the e e ent e J ea n wi i it the h e- 8717 G a t ne ane he h e i acant and h d be nit ed wne t di c thei e n e J 7 2012 N 12403 Ea t ate ane ca n d te in d i ewa J ne 11-20 8792 Oxwe ane eq e t a a exce n a t in ence ec it and i ac J ea n ade a n t acce t the eq e t a a and ant the exce n Sh ew b ec nded the n and it a ed nani 870 C ta ck eq e t a a an 8 x 10 hed ena t ade a n t a e the eq e t J ea n ec nded the n and it a ed D e t the J 4th h ida , the c i ee decided t chan e the date the next ACCC ee n he next ee n the ACCC wa e ched ed t h da , J 12, 2012 at 7:00 M at Dee e d C nit Cente A n ce wi be t in the new e e , n the ah it e and the 888 h ne ine he ee n adj ned at 7:50 D
i e at the end the 2012 ea n tee Jac b ec nded the n and it a ed nani C ab a ked what the Ad t a Swi ea Swi e $50 ee wa beca e the ad tee can n e the wi tea ac ce and e ent the acce a e t a t be ed tee ea n ade a n t a w the Ad t-A-Swi e h t a i , wh ha aid the $50 ee, t b in the ad tee t the d in the ea n he e be t be in d tandin a dete ined b the Swi ea Chai an, a d Me be and the c ach tee Jac b ec nded the n and it a ed nani M De ick ann nced the 4th J c k t wi be Wedne da , J 4 bike a ade and
ed q ick en h in the ecent incident with the e ca ed c i ina He ha a ked a ee n with the Di t ict C ande t di c c nica n tee azi e ted that the c an wi x the tenni c t c ack ne e n and the ec end that a atex c a n be a ied $2000 t a id dd in t wa e t that the c an wa e n ib e e e in the c t a t ea when the we e e aced and n addi na ne h d be aid t the tee ea n aid he w d c ntact the c an that e aced the c t and te the a ch O D U INE id a e bein ht e acin the a kin t
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NEW U INE tee De ick e ented e e i ina idea a nd eq i ent and he enc a ed b a d e be t think ab t i e ent he next b a d ee n wi be he d n J 10 2012 7 00 P at Dee e d ec ea n Cente , ech he n wa ade and ec nded t adj n at 9:00 he n a ed nani 10 Sept-Oct 2012
F l Comm , Ch p o Tru tee ea re orte that the uar hack ceili wa re lace a a ew lock ut o the kitche oor The ba ketball equi me t houl be i talle by the e o the week ol the ayme t u l it i i talle The ull court boar ha e a li e me warra ty A ro al wa i e to clea u the te i court a er the rece t torm la hi re air will be o e whe hi le work i MONTPELIER TODAY
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TREASURERS REPORT
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Another summer has come and gone. Pizza at the pool again was very successful. The Pizza Mommas want to thank everyone for whipping up delicious desserts and crea ng wonderful salads. e saw old friends and welcomed newcomers to the gathering. Most of all, we thank you for your company and look forward to 2013, ea ng pizza at the pool with our neigh ors. The Pizza Mommas wish everyone a happy and safe year. If you are interested in ecoming one of the Pizza Moms, please contact me at l collman@gmail.com Sincerely, Lynne Collman & Sue Thompson
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Washington Gas Total li es Administra e Costs Wages Oce Supplies Monthly mee ngs Mileage reimb. P.O. Boxes Bank Charge Total Admin Cost ewsle er Wages Prin ng eli ery Supplies postage Total ewsle er Professional Fees Accountant A orney Total Prof. Fees
3,238.48 1,824.21 755.00 673.22 175.00 10.00 485.01 0.00 7,160.92 600.33 2,876.00
1,850.03
2,303.86 83.10 85.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 875.00 45.00 50.00 605.00 0.00
3,545.00 5,226.00
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Insurance Other expense Social Commi ee Communica ons Refunds Mee ngs Misc Total Other expense ona on Expense Swim Team Expense Total ona on ncollec ble debt Total Expense et Ordinary Income Other Income/Expense Other Income Released from capital reser e Total Other Other Expense Capital reser e expenditures Total Other Expense
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6,774.70 6,774.70
Expense Pool Opera ons Maintenance Pool Contract 11,500.00 Maintnce/Repair 20.91 Furniture 0.00 Gate A endants 2,880.00 Other 0.00 Total Pool
605.00
30,040.25
14,900.91
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Common grounds maintenance Landscaping 980.00 General 57.50 Gate Keeper 400.00 Cleanup 40.00 Basketball Court 2,274.80 Playground 1,590.00 Tennis Courts 0.00 Total grounds maintenance li es Electricity
14,176.58 14,176.58
67,149.58 67,149.58
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Joe Mills and Jeannene ONeil) (Many thanks go out to Jeannene who voluntarily coached and headed up the night me prac ces) Total number of swimmers: 70 (16 more from 2011) 11 new Montpelier families - several were former students of the Marlin swim lessons of 2011/2012 season Addi on of siblings 4 new Adopt-a-Swimmer Families Introduc on of Tuesday and Thursday Night swim team prac ces.
Return of our super coaches Winning Record 4-1 (last meet lost by 6) (Brian Abdo, Michaela Guild, Laurel Invita onals: Placed Second of Five teams:
Captured 6/10 High Point Trophies (equivalent to 6 gold medals) Age Group 15-18 Boys: Dylan Buehler Age Group 13-14 Boys: Thomas Brown de Colstoun Age Group 13-14 Girls: Carolyn Su on Age Group 11-12 Boys: Frankie Spitza Age Group 11-12 Girls: Suzannah Mills Age Group 9-10 Girls: Danielle Collman 17 swimmers (including 2 relay teams) were selected (based on Divisional mes) to swim at All Stars!!! Several Gold/Silver/Bronze nishes
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As the season has come to a close we must say goodbye to one of our coaches; Michaela Guild. Michaela graduated from York College in May with a degree as a Registered Nurse. This past summer she took and passed her nursing boards. Michaela will start her new job in August. Michaela has helped develop the swimmers to be and do their best. In addi on to her coaching responsibili es, she and rian o ered lessons to several of our youth which resulted in several new swimmers for the Marlins. She will be missed! We are all proud of you and wish you lifes best in the start of your new adventure. The Marlin Team would like to thank you, the community, for all the support throughout the year. Your a endance at our fundraisers Chick- ilet Car Wash , a endance at our home meets and acceptance of the night me prac ces all helped make the Marlins season a Golden Success. I look forward to 2013!! It shall be a fun and e ci ng season. See you in May!!! Go Marlins! Lynne Collman
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Other pests take advantage of drought stressed plants including the bronze birch borer, the black turpen ne beetle and many conifer beetle species. The plants that seem to be most vulnerable to the stress of drought are plants under three years old, and plants that are in their declining years. Last week I found bag worms on my evergreens and having been picking them o and disposing of them in sealed plas c bags. I s ll have hundreds to Another plant that will freely give you seeds for new pick. plants is the Hibiscus. This is a large saucer size ower in red, white or pink. Take the seed heads and plant in So what to do!!!!!!! Deep water plants once a week, in- good soil. Hibiscus love wet soil and most homes in spect plants frequently and use insec cides appropriate- Montpelier have wet spots even in a drought . ly. all aera on and fer liza on can promote a good Spring start-up for lawns. If the temperature has dropped Yellow Coreopsis bloom most of the summer and coninto the eigh es and there is enough moisture a er Sep(Continued on page 21)
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MONTPELIER COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION Architectural Control Committee Approval Form Date: For Architectural Committee Use Only Eton
Shed Other (Including PODS, Dumpsters)
Project No: Date Received: Letter Sent:
Email:
House Type: Framingham Jamestown Gramercy Type of Alteration: Addition/modification of basic structure Fence Siding/Paint Deck
Describe the alteration in detail. Information about dimension, materials and design must be included with this form or the project will not be considered by the ACC. Include any statement of special circumstances that may require deviation from established and published guidelines. Any changes to the exterior of your home, including paint color, siding and windows, will require the approval of the neighbors on each side and in back of your home. Siding must blend harmoniously with the neighborhood. The neighbors residing across the street must also be contacted if the project, when completed, can be seen from their property. Major landscaping projects such as retaining walls, etc. must also be approved. Plans for major alterations must be submitted to the ACCC two weeks before the meeting. Applications for approval of PODS, dumpsters, or similar structures should check the Other box and must include the maximum time that the structure will be on the lot.
Note (1) Copy of plat of your property showing location on your property of the requested alteration. Note (2) Detailed scale drawing or copy of blue prints of proposed alteration.
I understand that these items are needed for the committee to make an informed decision about the requested alteration. When completed we agree to allow the ACCC to inspect this project.
Signature of requester
Neighbor comments:
Name Name Name Name (Print) (Print) (Print) (Print) Address Address Address Address Concur/Non-concur Concur/Non-concur Concur/Non-concur Concur/Non-concur Signature Signature Signature Signature
The homeowner requesting approval of a project (requester) will contact the neighbor(s) residing on each side of his home to obtain their concurrence or comments. In the event the requester resides on a corner lot, the neighbor residing adjacent to his rear property line must be contacted. The neighbors residing across the street must also be contacted if the project, when completed, can be seen from their property. Space for their name(s), address, concurrence or comments is provided above. If the required neighbor approvals are not obtained by the requester the ACC will contact the neighbors to get their comments which will delay processing of the request. Neighbor comments will be considered by the ACC in making a decision. Those neighbors that non-concur in a project will be notified in writing of the action taken by the ACC and advised of their right to appeal. If a project requiring ACC approval is started without such approval it shall be considered in violation of the covenants of the Association. Mail completed forms to MCA ACC Committee, P.O. Box 2503, Laurel, MD 20709.
Note (1) Prince George's County law requires a building permit for all structural changes or additions to your home.
Revised 1207
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YOUR EXISTING ROOF OR SIDING WITH THE SAME COLOR AND NO ALTERATIONS, YOU MAY PROCEED WITHOUT PRIOR APPROVAL. All other changes/replacements require PRIOR APPROVAL. Proceeding without
prior approval shall constitute a covenant violation subject to enforcement, including fines. (Continued on page 25)
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You Can Prevent West Nile Virus by Avoiding Mosquito Bites and Reducing Mosquito Populations in Your Neighborhood
West Nile Virus (WNV) is transmitted to humans by the bite of an infected mosquito. While most people infected with WNV will not feel ill or will experience only mild flulike symptoms, the virus can cause encephalitis or inflammation of the brain. The West Nile Surveillance Plan for Maryland The Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, in cooperation with the Maryland Department of Agriculture has developed a plan to detect West Nile virus (WNV) in Maryland. The surveillance plan at this time emphasizes tracking WNV in humans, horses and mosquitoes. By trapping and testing mosquitoes for WNV, state officials can follow the spread of WNV and issue prevention guidelines and determine the need for mosquito management and control. Protect Yourself & Your Family from Mosquitos Take steps to avoid mosquito bites
Turn over wading pools, wheelbarrows, canoes and garbage can lids Clean roof gutters and downspout screens regularly Flush bird baths and potted plant drainage trays twice weekly Fix dripping outdoor water faucets, and eliminate puddles under air conditioners Store pet bowls indoors when not in use Clean and chlorinate swimming pools Adjust tarps over pools, boats, etc. so that rain water will not collect
Stay indoors at dusk and at dawn when mosquitoes are most active Wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants when outdoors Use insect repellent when outdoors, following product directions Use screens on open windows, and repair any holes
Dead Bird Pick-up and Testing For WNV Ends Since West Nile Virus is firmly established within the State, the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene has determined that pick-up and testing of dead or sick birds is no longer necessary at this time. Reports of dead birds will no longer be accepted. If you find any dead birds, please dispose of them:
wear gloves and put the bird in a plastic bag place the dead bird in an outdoor trash receptacle o bury the dead bird
Eliminate Mosquito Breeding Sites Eliminate standing water where mosquitoes lay eggs
Remove discarded automobile tires and put drainage holes in playground tires Remove or turn over buckets and other containers that can collect rain water
wash your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water after disposing of the bird Sick or injured birds should be reported to your local wildlife rehabilitator. For a list of licensed wildlife rehabilitators in your area, please call 1-877-463-6497 For More Information About West Nile Virus Maryland West Nile Virus Info Hotline: 1-866-866-2769
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About Museum Day: Museum Day is a day when museums and cultural institutions nationwide open their doors free of charge to Smithsonian magazine readers and Smithsonian.com visitors. Attendees must present Smithsonian magazines Museum Day Admission Card to gain free entry to participating institutions. The Museum Day Admission Card will be available in the September 2012 issue of Smithsonian magazine and a downloadable version is Saturday, September 17, 6:30-8pm Tavern games at available on the Museum Day website at www.smithsonianmag.com/museumday. The public Maryland City at Russett Branch Library, 3501 Russett is welcome to participate-go to Smithsonian.com Common, Laurel, MD 20724, 301-725-2390. Montpelier and download the Museum Day Admission Card. staff will be there in costume, teaching and playing 18th Find links to other participating museums also. century tavern games. Free, no reservations required.
Call Russett Library for more information. Wednesday, September 19, 7:30pm History Lecture with London Towns Rod Cofield, on the research behind London Town's current reconstruction project, the Carpenter Shop. Free, no reservations required. Saturday, September 29, 1:30pm Harvest Tea. Enjoy a relaxing atmosphere while indulging in a seasonal, prix fixe menu of fine finger sandwiches, cakes and pastries, buttery scones your choice of loose leaf teas, Tea will be served in Montpeliers East Wing. $27.50 per person, includes gratuity and self-guided tour. Reservations & advance payment required (no e-mail reservations). Saturday, October 6, 3pm Wine Tasting: Old v. New World Wines. Enjoy fine wines from the US and around the world as an expert with 20 years experience explains some of the differences. $35/general admission; $30/ Friends of Montpelier members and volunteers. Reservations and advance payment required. Saturday, October 13, 1:30pm Bag Scavenger Hunt Tea. See Sept. 29 tea. Saturday, October 27, 1:30 Masquerade Tea. See Sept. 29 tea.
Saturday, September 29, 11am-3pm Eighth Smithsonian Museum Day. Free admission to this beautiful 200 year-old mansion, and the 18th century kitchen exhibit
Friends of Montpelier
Membership Fee: $15/year Additional Family Member: $5/year NAME ADDRESS
PHONE
Mail to:
Friends of Montpelier c/o Jeri Witt 12215 Shadetree Lane Laurel, MD 20708
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For more information or reservations Montpelier Mansion: (301) 377-7817; TTY (301) 446-3302 Holly.Burnham@pgparks.com www.pgparks.com the maximum time that the structure will be on the lot. Use an Approval Form for notification.
Quarterly subscriptions to
the Fireback Newsletter
Invitations to special
events
Printable copy of the MCA Governing Documents and the ACCC Approval Form can be found online: www.montpelieronline.org
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MONTPELIER INFORMATION LINE
all the Informa on Line (1-888-622-4630) or he k the we site (www.montpelieronline.org) or all the pool (301-3170106) for updates on a vi es that may not e in luded in the Montpelier oday newsle er
Helping Hands are younger Montpelier residents willing to work for other residents at hourly or ed rates arranged etween you and the helper here is no harge for a Helping Hands lis ng lease all 888 622-4630 103 or email emhughes@ om ast net to e in luded on the ne t Helping Hands registry or if any updates are needed on your lis ng
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Advertise on MontpelierOnline.org
Advertise your business IN COLOR on www.montpelieronline.org.
Ads will run for two months for only $30.00 and are renewable for 2month periods. ne ad er sement will be displayed on ea h pa e of the website in random rota on. Ad er sers ommunity or resident businesses will be responsible for pro idin nished raphi : 280px wide x 120-350px hi h 300 dpi resolu on PSP or EPS Photoshop formats preferred, but .JPG, .TIFF, .GIF also a eptable No animated or transparent raphi s Ha e your own website? In lude the link! esi n ser i es a ailable at an addi on $20 hour.
ANNUAL MEETING
Sunday, Sept. 23 2 pm Montpelier Art Barn
Confirmed Guests
State Delegate Geraldine Valentino-Smith Legislative Director, John Padgett Sgt. Tina Blackistone, District VI COPS Supervisor
Also Invited
Graphi s re ei ed by the 15th of the month pre ious to the rota on period i.e., June 15th for July-Au ust rota on will be published for the full 2-month period. Spa e is limited to ensure op mal isibility for ads. MCA reser es the ri ht to refuse ad er sin for any reason. Conta t Mary Hu hes, emhu hes@ om ast.net, 888 622- 630 x103 for more informa on.
Councilwoman Mary Lehman Major Kevin Putnam, CommanderDistrict VI and Captain Kara Lloyd, Assistant Commander
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