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Parkfairfax ForumThe Official Newsletter of the Parkfairfax Unit Owners Association

Volume 32, Number 7 July 2010

www.Parkfairfax.info

Bike Inspection and ControlA bike inspection was conducted during the first two weeks of June and all non-compliant bikes were tagged; the tag gives a thirty (30) day deadline for compliance. Bikes will be tagged if they are either unregistered (the permit is for the Fiscal Year- June 1, 2010, through May 31, 2011); improperly stored (blocking a storage room/closet, washers or dryers, not in the rack); or obviously broken or derelict in condition (stripped down, broken components, etc.).Continued on page 5

In This Issue Party Room Rental Hours and Rates........................................Homeowner Purchasing Program.............................................Employee Profile: Luis Escobar................................................Newsletter Volunteers Needed..................................................Approved Communications Committee Charter......................Board of Direcotrs Committee Liaisons....................................Unwind Wednesdays.................................................................Household Hazardous Waste Disposal......................................HVAC Specifications Approved................................................Scheduled Maintenance............................................................Trees of Parkfairfax: Green Ash.................................................Activitites Committee Volunteers.............................................April Meeting Minutes.............................................................Technology Committee Volunteers Needed..............................May-June Crime Report...........................................................Pool Schedule...........................................................................Bike Registration Form............................................................A Street Called Preston Road....................................................Letters to the Editor..................................................................

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Bluegrass Rocks Parkfairfax!

International veterans of stage, screen and television, “Bob Perilla’s Big Hillbilly Bluegrass” graced Parkfairfax’s evening sounds Satur-day night June 19th thanks to our sponsor Lindsay SMART Center. Our largest crowd to date with over 275 residents in attendance! Continued on page 4

New Maintenance Director HiredAs was announced in our newsletter last month, Maintenance Director Mike Field retired June 25th, 2010 after more than 30 years of service to Parkfairfax. He will be sorely missed.

After an extensive personnel search the Board of Directors has hired Brian Barnard as his replacement. Brian brings to the position an extensive maintenance background. In his current position he is the Director of Maintenance for the Anderson School District One in Williamston, South Carolina. In that capacity he directs a staff of 25 and has an operating budget of over $3 million dollars. He has had extensive experience in dealing with buildings of the age and condition of those here at Parkfairfax and possesses an excellent knowledge of the build-ing/repair trades.

Brian will be reporting for duty July 12th and we are looking forward to welcoming him to the job!

Associa AccessDid you know that you can check your CMC account balance through Associa Access? Homeowners can log into Associa Ac-cess and view their account information in real time, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can log in by clicking on the Associa Access link on the main page of the Parkfairfax website, www.Parkfairfax.info. You will need a separate registration for this feature.

Pet Waste ReceptaclesPet owners: Please utilize the Pet Waste Receptacles for pet

waste bags and do not dispose of your dog waste bags on the ground. They will not be picked up by our trash removal service and chances are neighbors are picking these up and disposing of them for you. The only way the dog waste bags will be picked up by the trash removal service is if they are placed and sealed inside of a trash bag. Pet waste bags placed next to regular trash will not be picked up.Continued on page 9

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Parkfairfax Condominium Unit Owners Association

3360 Gunston Road ♦ Alexandria, Virginia 22302Phone: 703-998-6315

Fax: 703-998-8764www.Parkfairfax.info

BOARD Of DIReCtORsBarbara Turpyn, President ♦ [email protected] ♦ 703-960-5960

Margaret Cain, Vice President ♦ [email protected] ♦ 703-578-3433

Alice Cave, Secretary ♦ [email protected] ♦ 703-379-1521

Kathy Schramek, Treasurer ♦ [email protected] ♦ 703-998-5771

Jarrod Grimsley, Ward I ♦ [email protected] ♦ 202-285-7189

Kim Stenlund, Ward IV ♦ 703-578-1692

Dave Bush, At Large ♦ [email protected] ♦ 703-998-5235

Phil Saims, At Large ♦ [email protected] ♦ 703-578-3674Robin Woods, Ward V ♦ [email protected]

*All Board Members can be contacted by emailing [email protected]*

MAIN OffICe:General ManagerGeorge [email protected] General ManagerSarah [email protected] DirectorDana [email protected] DirectorGuy [email protected] Assistant/NewsletterElaine [email protected] CoordinatorMichelle [email protected]

service Coordinator

HOURS: Monday - Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm2nd Saturday: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Upcoming Board Meetings: July 21, September 15, October 20, November 17Meetings begin at 7 pm at the Association Office. A residents’ forum is held at the begin-ning of each meeting. The meeting agenda is posted on the bulleting board outside of the main office. Board package material is available for residents to review at the Association Office and on the website.

MAINteNANCe OffICe:Maintenance DirectorBrian [email protected] Maintenance DirectorDanny [email protected] DirectorNeal [email protected] AssistantLoretta Samuels [email protected]

1200 W. Glebe RoadPhone: 703-578-3427Fax: 703-578-9785

After Hours Emergency Number: 1-866-370-2977

Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm

Community Management Corporation4840 Westfields Boulevard, Suite 300P.O. Box 10821Chantilly, VA 20153-0821Phone: 703-631-7200Fax: 703-631-9786www.cmc-management.com

The Newsletter deadline is the 10th of each month preceding publication month. Email editorial announcements, commercial and classified ads to: [email protected].

Publication of advertisements in no way implies an endorsement of the products or services by Parkfairfax Condominium or its Board Members. The opinions of columnists and letter writers are theirs, and in no way reflections the opinions of Parkfairfax or its Board Mem-bers

COMMIttee CONtACtsBuilding and Utilities Committee Chair: Heather Rodgers - [email protected] Committee Chair: Susan Crawford - 703-820-2761Landscape Committee Chair: Alex Lathers - [email protected] Committee Chair: Rich Moha - [email protected] Recreation Committee Chair: Lynn Humphries - 703-820-0543Communications Committee Chair: Barbara Wilmer - [email protected] and Land Use Committee Chair: Greg Cota -703-931-0981

[email protected] Committee Chair:

New Homeowner Purchasing Program Now Available

Associa, the parent company of CMC, our management agent, has announced a free program for Parkfairfax residents that can lead to significant savings in the purchase of household goods and services.

Through the national purchasing power of Associa and the open-ing of the new website, AssociaAdvantage.com, Associa’s 7,000 client communities, 4 million homeowners and 4,500 employees, will realize savings of up to 30% on a wide range of household goods and services.

Associa has negotiated discounts on carpet, flooring, counter-tops, cleaning and much more with national, regional and local providers, who were willing to offer significant savings to “Associa family” members.

Companies such as Lowes, Shaw Carpet and Dunns Flooring are participating and new vendors are being added nearly every day.

In addition to being a vehicle for discounts, AssociaAdvantage.com is also an online magazine with articles about gardening, main-taining your home, caring for pets, being green and everything else that affects community association living.

Interested Residents need only to log onto the AssociaAdvantage.com website.

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employee Profile: Luis escobar

Luis Escobar is a plumber’s assistant and was hired in February of 2008. Before working at Parkfairfax, Luis’s plumbing experience involved working with outside utilities. Since he started working here, he has learned the complex Parkfairfax plumbing structure. Some of his daily responsibilities include maintenance and repair to water and gas distribution systems, sanitary sewer systems, and storm drain systems. Luis is a very dependable worker, with a high attendance rating, who helps wherever he is needed. He also com-monly helps with any USP overflow.

Plumbing Crew Chief Danny Raiford said of Luis, “He is a vi-tal part on keeping hot and cold water running. He is very de-pendable, very friendly and helps with calls throughout the day.”

Newsletter Distributors and Deliverers Needed

We are looking for a few people to volunteer and help distribute the Parkfairfax Forum Newsletter. The volunteer system saves the Association a lot of money in mailing costs and it also ensures more timely delivery of your newsletter. We need to keep this system running! So please – volunteer!

We need at least 2 distributor volunteers. As a distribu-tor, you will pick up a box of newsletters from the office and drop off bundles at several door steps. There are two areas that need some assistance. They are located on Mt. Eagle Place and Preston Road.

We also need volunteers to deliver to the following build-ings:

504-506-507-508-509-511514-516-518-520-522524-526-528-530-532602-603-604-605-606722-724-726-728-730

926-928-930

If you are interested in helping out, please contact Elaine at [email protected] or at 703-998-6315.

Party Room Rental Hours & RatesThe Party Room is located at the Administration Office

in Building 738. The Party Room can be used for recep-tions, dinners, meetings and other activities. Any resident of Parkfairfax may reserve the Party Room and reservations are awarded on a first-come first-served basis.

Hours:The Party Room is available from 7:00 p.m. through 12:00 a.m. Monday through Thursday; 7:00 p.m. through 1:00 a.m. on Fridays; 10:00 a.m. through 1:00 a.m. on Saturdays; and from 10:00 a.m. through 12:00 a.m. on Sundays. The Lessee may begin entertainment preparation after 5:00 p.m. on Monday through Friday, and after 8:00 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. The party room may be used until 2:00 a.m. for New Year’s Eve functions.

Rates: Along with the rental application, a prepaid security deposit of $200.00 and a rental fee of $100.00 will be required for the Party Room along with a copy of insurance coverage of $100,000 at the time of reservation.


Bluegrass Rocks Parkfairfax continued from page 1

This famed group at the request of the State Department has toured Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Tajikistan, Turkey, Uzbekistan and the Dominican Republic over the past several years and just com-pleted a tour in Africa and now Parkfairfax, thus crowning BHB as America’s defacto Bluegrass Ambassadors. Our next and final event will be July 10th at 7pm celebrating America’s birthday with a night of classical music.

During the intermission of the concert we gave away over $300 worth of gifts that include 2 gift cards ($25) from Ramparts, 2 gift cards ($20) Fern Street Gourmet, 6 CD’s and hundreds of dol-lars worth of free oil changes and state inspection from Lindsey SMART Center!

Board of Directors Committee Liaisons

Activities Committee – Phil Saims

Communications Committee - Alice Cave

Covenants Committee – Jarrod Grimsley

Finance Committee – Kathy Schramek

Landscape Committee – Robin Woods

Recreation Committee – Phil Saims

Technology Committee – Margaret Cain

Ad Hoc Tot Lot Committee – Barbara Turpyn

Transportation and Land Use Committee – Alice Cave

Woodlands Committee – Kim Stenlund

Board Approves Revised Charter for Communications Committee

At the April 21st Board meeting the Board of Directors ap-proved an amended “Terms of Reference” for the Communi-cations Committee, setting forth the role and responsibilities of the Committee. Central functions of the Committee include:

(1) Providing specifications and proposals for services related to As-sociation communication needs such as newsletters, web site, wel-come packages, information signs, surveys, Association marketing materials, etc.

(2) Developing policies relating to Association communication ve-hicles such as editorial policies, advertising policies, etc.

(3) Providing advice and assistance to the Newsletter Editor con-cerning newsletter content, design, size, production, frequency, dis-tribution, etc.

(4) Providing advice and assistance in conjunction with the Tech-nology Committee (presently being formed) to the Webmaster re-garding the web site, including design and content of the website;

(5) Distributing information pertaining to city, state, or regional issues impacting Parkfairfax.

(6) In conjunction with the Association’s managing agent, coordi-nating the periodic preparation and distribution of a community directory.

(7) In conjunction with the Association’s managing agent, coordi-nating the preparation and dissemination of communications for community events, such as Annual Meetings, committee meeting schedules, etc.

(8) Providing recommendations to the Association’s managing agent for expenses in the Committee’s area of jurisdiction to be considered for inclusion in the Association’s annual operating bud-get.

Volunteers interested in serving on the Committee should con-tact Committee Chairperson Barbara Wilmer at e-mail address [email protected] or contact George Gardner, General Man-ager, at 703-998-6315 if willing to serve.

Unwind WednesdaysBeginning August 4th and every Wednesday through August, in collobration with Grabielismo Productions, Parkfairfax will provide the soothing sounds of harps and guitars each week at the Coryell Pool from 7pm – 9pm. We will begin our Unwind Wednesday’s with a Harpist, followed by Steel Drums, Acoustic guitar and finish the month with piano. Please join us as we finish off the summer in a most relaxing fashion and only at Parkfairfax! Order of events is subject to change and seating is first come, first served


Household Hazardous Waste RecyclingAll household hazardous waste must be disposed of at the City of Alexandria’s Collection Center. Do NOt dispose of them at the maintenance yard.

Location: 3540 Wheeler Avenue, Alexandria, Virginia 22304 Hours: Monday 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. There are no collections on holidays

Acceptable Household Hazardous Waste Items

• Anitfreeze • Fire extinguishers • Lawn care products• Battery Acid • Household cleaning products • Garden products• Gasoline • Driveway sealer • Herbicides• Motor Oil • Flammable waxes & abrasives • Ant bait or traps• Auto Cleaning Products • Household (alkaline) batteries • Pesticides• Car Batteries • Drain cleaner • Rodent control products• Fluorescent Light Bulbs • Flammable caulks & adhesives • Insect spray cans• Oil Based Paints* • Varnishes • Pet supplies• Lacquers • Mercury thermostats & thermometers • Photographic chemicals• Spray Paint Cans • Mineral Spirits • Developers Fixers• Thinners

* Latex (water based) paint is not considered hazardous material. Dried out cans of laytex paint can be disposed of with regular trash.

Unacceptable Hazardous Waste Items• Explosives • Ammunition• Biological waste • Radioactive materials• Unknown substances • Unlabeled substances• Helium Tanks • Propane Tanks

For more Information, please call the Solid Waste Division at 703-746-4410.

Board Approves specifications for Installing Central HVAC systems

At the March 17, 2010 Board Meeting the Board of Directors ap-proved Specifications for the installation of Central Packaged Split System Electric Heat Pumps utilizing one remote outdoor com-pressor unit and one or more indoor fan coil units. This new pro-gram will allow unit owners to install central AC systems in their units, something not previously possible.

The specifications are available from the management office and on the Association Web Site.

Unit owners will be required to follow the specifications in the in-stallation of these systems and installation will need to be approved in advance by the Covenants Committee.

Bike Inspection and Control, continued from page 1

Phone calls will be made to all owners of the non-compliant bikes asking them to renew their bike decals. A second inspection occurs during July and another round of phone calls are made to the non-compliant bike owners. During the last week of August any bikes found in violation are removed to a secure location in the Parkfairfax maintenance yard for a period of not less than sixty (60) days. There is a $65 fee to retrieve an unclaimed bike and impounded bikes may only be re-trieved during Association working hours. Those bikes which are not claimed are given to a charitable organization in the October time frame.If you haven’t done so already, please see the management office to complete and return a bike registration form (or go the website!).


scheduled Preventive MaintenanceThe Plumbing Crew is scheduled to snake the sanitary sewer

piping from within the building’s crawlspaces. Please do not store anything on top of the building’s hatchwell covers. You may also want to avoid having extensive or valuable plantings in the area adjacent to these hatch well covers - you never know when an emer-gency might occur, or what type of equipment the crew may have to drag under the buildings. The crew is also scheduled to perform storm drain repairs, concentrating on Section 2. This work might impact private patios or plantings and will be preceded by notifi-cation to the affected units. Hot water maintenance will also be performed this month. Residents in all buildings may experience a brief interruption of their hot water supply. There may also be a short period of cloudy water following this work. Simply run an ample amount of water through your bathroom basin faucet to clear this harmless condition.The exterior Crew is scheduled to continue carpentry replace-ments in Section 2 in conjunction with the contracted painting. The Crew has already begun concrete repairs and replacements on the property and some minor pothole patching in the cul de sacs.Contracted work scheduled this month includes:

The contracted exterior painting in section 2 is again being per-formed by Palmer Brothers. As has been the case in previous years, Federal regulations are in effect regarding some specific painting renovation activities in multi-dwelling buildings constructed prior to 1978. The regulations specifically apply to the sanding or scrap-ing of any painted surfaces exceeding two square feet on any single building component. In situations where more comprehensive sanding/paint removal is required, residents will receive an E.P.A. pamphlet, “Protect Your Family from Lead in Your Home.” The regulations require that the contractor provide this pamphlet to each residence and obtain a signed receipt for same, or document the efforts to receive the signed receipt. We know that Parkfair-fax staff and contractors have not used lead based paints for the twenty-nine years since conversion to condos. However, we must assume that lead based paints were used in the years prior to this. Having made this assumption, the contractor will take all required precautions to make sure that the residents and his employees are protected throughout the painting operation.

Parkfairfax’s in-house painters will paint the exterior-facing surfaces of the entry doors to help keep costs down. With door painting being done in-house, the painting staff will be able to use the unit’s convenience keys and this should be much more conve-nient for all residents. Residents living in Section 2 will be receiv-ing more specific information as the work progresses to their units.

Carpentry repairs and replacements in Section 2 will be done in-house this year. There is funding available to supplement this work with contactors if need be.

Casement Window Painting in section 2 - Please note that the Association and Palmer Brothers provide numerous notifi-cations as a part of the exterior painting. Pre-notifications, lead paint notices, door paint scheduling, and window painting no-tices. One additional aspect is the re-glazing of casement windows.

These windows are usually painted in a closed/locked position. When the paint dries, they may be difficult to open later (“painted closed”). Do not put your hand through the glass in attempting to open a window that has been “painted closed”. Do call Main-tenance at 703-998-6508 and we will open it for you, for free.

Scheduled entry stoop replacements and sidewalk re-placements will again be pursued on a larger-scale, contracted work effort. All affected residences will be notified of pend-ing work in the target areas. The in-house Exterior Crew will also be making sidewalk repairs at many locations around the property, and some funding has been established for con-tracted assistance in these other areas should the need arise.

Maintenance Hours - The Maintenance Department begins working at 7 AM and end the day at 3:30 PM. During the summer, this maximizes employee production during the cooler parts of the day and minimizes employee exposure to heat stress. Any resident may take advantage of the convenience of the earlier hours for re-quested inspections and repairs. If this early work in your unit sounds good to you, simply inform the Service Coordinator that you would welcome a start on a scheduled job or inspection prior to 8 AM.

Laundry Room Bicycle storage - If you did not purchase and install a new permit on your bike, it has likely been posted as not be-ing in compliance. You may call the management office at 703-998-6315 to get information on registering your bike. Also, if the bike rack nearest your unit is becoming overly crowded, keep in mind that your Laundry Room key fits all 53 of the Parkfairfax Laundry Rooms.

Resident’s right to know - gas emergency education - State reg-ulations require that residents living in communities designated as “master meter operators” receive information on how to handle gas emergencies. Parkfairfax is classified as a “master meter operator.” Each homeowner is responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of his/her gas stove. Parkfairfax does not perform any services or re-pairs to these privately owned gas stoves. Make sure that your stove is in proper working order. Homeowners should only contract with licensed professionals for any repairs to their stove. If your pilot lights keep going out, or will not stay lit, it is an indication that you require the services of a professional repairperson. If you decide to replace your stove, keep in mind that the Association requires a 10-day advance notice. Normally, the gas supply to the building must be interrupted to accommodate pipe replacements at your stove when it is replaced. A new shut-off valve is highly recommended with every stove replacement. Do not skimp on this important feature.

If you ever smell gas inside your unit, please call Washington Gas at 703-750-1000. The gas company may make very simple repairs to your stove. If any type of significant failure of your stove causes the gas odor, in all likelihood it will be valved off and you will be advised to seek a professional repair. If you are advised that the leak is on the piping leading to the stove, the gas company will shut off the gas supply to the building, and you should call Maintenance at 703-998-6508. If at any time you believe that there is a concentrated build-up of gas in your unit, leave the building immediately. Alert your neighbors of the problem so that they might also evacuate the building. Call the Fire Department at 911 immediately. If you smell gas anywhere on the outside of your building, please call the gas


trees of Parkfairfax: Green AshWe are going to the Parkfairfax woodlands once more for

this month’s tree. The Green Ash has 9 to 12 inch leaves com-posed of 5 to 9 in number, but usually 7. They are 4 ½ ovate or lanceolate leaflets with a tapered point and sharply toothed leaflet edges. Leaves are glossy dark green above and pale green below, turning yellow in the fall. Fruits hang in clusters and are narrow, wedge-shaped with very slender seeds, pointed at both ends. They appear in May, green in color and ripen to pale brown.

The Green Ash is a medium to tall tree, growing to a height of 40 to 70 feet. Young trees have a smooth, somewhat pinkish bark, maturing to gray with diamond shaped furrows. It is a lowland, moist woods tree, as opposed to the very similar white ash tree which prefers uplands. Other names for the Green Ash are Red Ash (formerly considered a separate species), Darling-ton Ash, White Ash, Swamp Ash, and Water Ash. Because the Green Ash tolerates hot, dry winds, wet and dry soils, and high pH environments, it is used in landscaping throughout the eastern half of the country. But, the tree can contract borers and scale. Last year the Emerald Ash borer posed a great threat in Northern Virginia. In order to combat the borer, Landscape staff at Parkfairfax put a box kite-looking trap near our wood-lands where our Green Ash trees can be found to protect them.

To see two of our Green Ash trees, look at the woodlands that border Gunston Road and Valley Drive. At the intersec-tion a young Ash can be found on Gunston Road side, adjacent to the leaning black cherry. The other Green Ash is around the corner on Valley Drive. Look for a somewhat older tree with clusters of fruit dangling on the branches over the walk.

For more information and photos, Google “Green Ash.” See Google’s images and also visit the Fraxinus pennsylvanica Fact Sheet at the Virginia Tech website.

company at 703-750-1000 and Maintenance at 703-998-6508. If you have any reason to believe that there might be a concentration of gas near the building, please call the Fire Department at 911and then alert the building occupants.

Gas leaks are a very serious matter. Any malfunction of your stove, or of the piping in and around your building, should be cor-rected immediately. Make sure that only qualified people work on your gas appliances. Make sure that the Association procedures are followed should any work on your stove require an interruption of the gas supply to the building. Only the Association is allowed to valve the gas supply off and back on. This ensures that all affected appliances in neighboring units are checked and in safe condition to resume normal operations. Some unlicensed contractors might propose a “quick change” (under pressure) of the gas piping in your unit to avoid the 10 day notice and Association fee. This is not al-lowed! If the pilot lights in the neighboring units flicker out, they will not relight themselves. Make sure that the work is done prop-erly and safely.

free Plumbing Inspections - Parkfairfax Maintenance will per-form an inspection of your unit’s plumbing fixtures and piping for free! Leaking toilets and running faucets can waste an enormous amount of water over a short period of time and this quickly be-comes a costly and unnecessary expense for all homeowners. Hot water leaks are doubly expensive with the loss of gas and water. Some leaks are not so easy to see and over a period of time may cause extensive damages and require costly repairs to your, or a neighbor’s, unit. You will receive a completed inspection form indi-cating the work that is required to bring your unit’s plumbing back to peak performance. You do not need to belong to USP to have the inspection performed, but you must be a member if you would like the Association to perform any follow-up repairs.

July UsP specialTUB SPECIAL

Overflow gasket, tub spout,

bell flange $55

(+) Shower box wall cap $75 add’l

(+) Shower assembly (head, hose, & wall mount) $80 ADD’L

(Sorry, no repairs to the mixing valve)

Board seeking Volunteers to Participate in New Activities Committee

The Board voted to increase funding for new activities designed to foster a greater sense of community at Parkfairfax. Needed are vol-unteers to help shape and manage the activities to be undertaken.

Interested parties are invited to come to the next meeting on July 6th at 7:00 pm or contact Sarah Clark at [email protected] or 703-998-6315.

This is a unique opportunity to develop fun, interesting programs for the residents at Parkfairfax. Please join in.

As a start the Board authorized the summer concert series with the next concert planned for July. This particular initiative is being headed up by Board Liaison Phillip Saims.

Other ideas have been gathered and are in need of vetting by the new committee.


Minutes of the Board of Directors Meeting

April 21, 2010

AtteNDANCeDirectors Present: Barbara Turpyn, President; Margaret Cain, Vice President,; Alice Cave, Secretary; Dave Bush, Jarrod Grimsley, Phil-lip Saims, Kathy Schramek, Kim Stenlund and Robin Woods, Di-rectors

Directors Absent: None

Others Present: George Gardner, General Manager; Sarah Clark, Assistant Manager; Guy Andrew, USP Director; Vanessa Pettit, Re-cording Secretary, Minute-By-Minute

CALL tO ORDeRPresident Turpyn called the April 21, 2010 regular meeting of the Parkfairfax Board of Directors to order at 7:02 p.m. A quorum was present.

eLeCtION Of OffICeRs(R) MOVED by Ms. Cave, SECONDED by Ms. Woods to nominate Barbara Turpyn to serve as the Board President and Ms. Turpyn accepted the nomination. The motion passed unan-imously (9-0-0).(R) MOVED by Ms. Stenlund, SECONDED by Ms. Cave to nominate Margaret Cain to serve as the Board Vice President and Ms. Cain accepted the nomination. The motion passed unanimously (9-0-0). (R) MOVED by Ms. Stenlund, SECONDED by Ms. Cain to nominate Alice Cave to serve as the Board Secretary and Ms. Cave accepted the nomination. The motion passed unanimously (9-0-0).(R) MOVED by Mr. Grimsley, SECONDED by Ms. Woods to nominate Kathy Schramek to serve as the Board Treasurer and Ms. Schramek accepted the nomination. The motion passed unanimously (9-0-0). (Ms. Cave nominated Mr. Bush to serve as Board Treasurer, but Mr. Bush declined).

APPROVAL Of AGeNDA(R) MOVED by Ms. Cain, SECONDED by Ms. Cave: to ap-prove the agenda as amended. The motion passed unanimously (9-0-0).

POLICe RePORtNo report was presented.

ResIDeNt fORUMNo comments were made in Resident Forum.

APPROVAL Of tHe MINUtes: March 17, 2010(R) MOVED by Mr. Bush SECONDED by Ms. Cain: to ap-prove the minutes of the March 17, 2010 meeting as amended. The motion passed (5-0-4) with Ms. Turpyn, Mr. Saims, Ms. Schramek, and Ms. Woods abstaining.

COMMIttee RePORtsCovenants: No report was provided.Communications: No report was provided.Recreation: No report was provided.Landscape: The report was included in the Board Package.Woodlands: The report was included in the Board Package.Building and Utilities: No report was provided.Transportation and Land Use: No report was provided.Ad Hoc Tot Lots: No report was provided.

MAtteRs fOR BOARD DeCIsIONtennis Court Resurfacing:

(R) MOVED by Mr. Bush, SECONDED by Ms. Cain: to ap-prove a contract in the amount of $114,010 with Tennis Courts, Inc. with funds to come from Reserve Account GL 3330-0060 to resurface the tennis courts at Martha Custis Drive. The mo-tion passed (7-2-0) with Mr. Saims and Mr. Grimsley opposed.

Approval of Reserve expenditures, GL 3300, for March 2010(R) MOVED by Ms. Cave, SECONDED by Ms. Cain: to ap-prove the Reserve Expenditures, GL 3300, in the amount of $331,478.85 for the month of March 2010. The motion passed unanimously (9-0-0).

summer Concert series(R ) MOVED by Mr. Grimsley, SECONDED by Ms. Sch-ramek: to approve holding the 3 Board Approved Summer Concerts, May 15, June 19 and July 10, at the Coryell Pool Lane with sponsorship from Lindsey Cadillac and advance no-tice given out to the residents of Parkfairfax. The motion passed (8-1-0) with Ms. Cave opposing.

May New Board Orientation session Resolution WorksheetNo motion was made. Mr. Gardner will coordinate with Legal Counsel Ken Chadwick to determine dates and times for the meeting.

Appointments to the Covenant Committee(R) MOVED by Ms. Cain, SECONDED by Ms. Cave: to ap-point Florence Crisp and C. Tapscott “Scott” Buchanan to the Covenants Committee for a one year term commencing May 1, 2010. The motion passed (7-2-0) with Ms. Turpyn and Ms. Cave opposing.

Appeal of Covenants Committee Decision(R) MOVED by Ms. Turpyn, SECONDED by Mr. Grimsley: to grant the Appeal of the Covenants Committee Decision re-garding the Application for Non- Routine change. The motion passed unanimously (9-0-0).


storage Bins(R) MOVED by Ms. Cave SECONDED by Ms. Cain: to ap-prove the adjusted monthly Storage Bin rental rates as below for the 2011 FY. The motion passed (8-1-0) with Mr. Grimsley opposing. Storage Bin: $300 Storage Closet: $240 Outside Closet: $180 Half Bins: $180

MAtteRs fOR BOARD DIsCUssIONThe Board postponed the matters for discussion until the May meeting.

MAtteRs fOR BOARD INfORMAtIONLyons Lane fire Building Restoration: A written update was pro-vided in the Board Package, including a report from Steve Work-man, the Architect who is monitoring the restoration contract. Mr. Gardner also commented on the cause of the fire and that currently there was no written report made of the incident.

March storm Damage: A written update was provided in the Board Package, including a listing of the affected buildings and as-sessment of damage as well as a list of expenditures related to the gutter damage.

Insurance Renewal: Mr. Gardner provided a list of agencies that are providing quotes to the Board within the Board Package.

Management Report: The Management Report can be found in it entirety in the Board Package.

eXeCUtIVe sessION(R) MOVED by Ms. Stenlund, SECONDED by Ms. Cain: to recess the Open Session and convene an Executive Session at 9:34 p.m. The motion passed unanimously (9-0-0).(R) MOVED by Ms. Stenlund, SECONDED by Ms. Cave: to adjourn the Executive Session at 9:40 p.m. The motion passed unanimously (9-0-0).

The Board returned to Open session and took the following actions:

(R) MOVED by Mr. Bush, SECONDED by Ms. Cain: to waive late fees for a homeowner in the amount of $225.32. The mo-tion passed unanimously (9-0-0).(R) MOVED by Ms. Cave, SECONDED by Ms. Schramek: to deny a homeowner’s request for the waiver of late fees. The mo-tion passed (8-1-0) with Mr. Grimsley abstaining.

ADJOURNMeNtAll business having been completed, President Turpyn adjourned the meeting at 9:41 p.m.

Pet Waste Receptacles, continued from page 1

Please do not place household trash bags and household trash in the dog waste receptacles. This causes an unsanitary and unsightly overflow issue. These are not emptied by our trash removal service, but rather by Parkfairfax staff on a less frequent basis.

Please only utilize these receptacles for pet waste bags and small individual trash items such as coffee cups, water bottles, soft drink cans etc. Regular household trash is picked up by our trash removal service 5 days a week and recycling is picked up once a week.

If you have any questions regarding the trash service schedule or the location of the dog waste receptacles, please contact Parkfairfax Management Office at 703-998-6944.

5/18 1100 blk Martha Custis Drive

Purse taken from vehicle; car windows left rolled down. No suspect info.

5/20 1300 blk Martha Custis Drive

GPS unit and peripherals taken from vehicle; no forced entry. No suspect info.

6/11 1900 blk N. Quaker Ln Tags stolen off of motorcycle. No suspect info

May-June Crime Report

Board seeks Volunteers for technology Committee

The Board of Directors has established a Technology Commit-tee to advise the Board technology matters. Interested volunteers who would like to participate in the committee should contact General Manager George Gardner via e-mail at [email protected] or by phone at 703 998-6315.


Swimming Pools A & B will be open Saturday, May 29, 2010

Pool C will open

Saturday, June 19, 2010

Below are the pool hours for the 2010 Season: Pool Address MON tUes WeD tHUR fRI sAt sUN HOLIDAY

Pool A – Opens May 29 1117 Martha Custis Drive

3-9pm 3-9pm CLOSED 3-9pm 3-9pm 10am-9pm

10am-9pm

10am-9pm

Pool B – Opens May 293715-3717 Lyons Lane

Noon-8pm

Noon-8pm Noon-8pm CLOSED Noon-8pm

11-8pm 11-8pm 11-8pm

Pool C – Opens June 193314-3316 Coryell Lane

Noon-8pm

CLOSED Noon-8pm Noon-8pm Noon-8pm

Noon-8pm

Noon-8pm

Noon-8pm

7. You must take a cleansing shower before entering the pool or after us-ing the toilet. No one will be allowed to swim who has a cold, inflamed eye, a cough, infection, or is wearing bandages. Only swimming suits may be worn in the pool. Cut-off jeans and similar clothing may not be used.

8. Glass containers and breakable objects are not permitted in the pool ar-eas. Non-alcoholic beverages in non-breakable containers (plastic bottles, cups made from paper, plastic or Styrofoam, or metal cans) in sizes not larger than sixteen ounces (16 oz) will be allowed in the pool area during regular pool hours. Containers for the storage of such beverages (such as portable coolers) are permitted. Intoxicated persons will be denied access to the pool area at all times. No facility to prepare or serve food is allowed on the pool deck.

9. Street shoes are not permitted on the pool deck.

10. No pets will be permitted in the pool or on or within the pool area.

11. Trash must be placed in approved containers. Please keep the pool, deck and bathhouse areas clean.

12. No running, pushing, dunking, rough play, or profane language will be allowed in the pool area. Standing or sitting on someone's shoulders or spouting water and similar unhygienic actions are not permitted.

13. The use of kickboards, tubes, water wings, balls, or other items will be allowed only if the lifeguard determines that such use will not endanger the users of the pool. Only the lifeguard can make this decision, based on the size and character of the crowd.

14. Suntan oil is not permitted in the pool. Please use a towel to cover your lounge chair, especially if you are using tanning oils or sunscreens.

15. Anyone who is asked to leave and does not is guilty of trespassing and subject to prosecution.

16. Any person who continues to violate a rule after being warned by a lifeguard is subject to having their facilities pass withheld by the lifeguard and forwarded to the General Manager, who will return it only after the matter of the offending resident is discussed with the General Manager. The rules and regulations of the Association will be enforced by the Man-ager, violators will be subject the enforcement authority of the Associa-tion.

1. The swimming pools are for the enjoyment of the residents and oc-cupants of Parkfairfax, who have a current facilities pass. The Association accepts no responsibility for any accident of injury in connection with such use or for any loss or damage to personal property.

2. By using the pool, you agree not to hold the Association liable or responsible for any damages or injuries which you might sustain and, fur-thermore, hereby agree to indemnify, reimburse and hold the Association harmless from any and all costs, expanses, damages, or injuries sustained by you or incurred by the Association as a result of your use of the pool. Pool users agree to be bound by all provisions of the Association, includ-ing those related to the use of the pool, and subject to the Association’s enforcement authority. All owners, residents, and guests are responsible for their behavior and that of their tenants, residents, occupants, lessees, invitees, children and guests.

3. A current facilities pass is required to use the pool. Unaccompanied guests must also present their sponsor’s facility pass to gain access to the pool.

4. Lifeguards are in charge of the pool and pool area at all times when the pool and pool area is open and/or operational. All persons using the pool must obey the lifeguards at all times and comply with all instructions, directions, orders, and commands issued by the lifeguards designed to promote the health and safety of the pool users or to enforce compliance with the Associations rules and regulations. Non-compliance with the life-guards or violation of the Association’s rules and regulations shall subject any pool user to immediate ejection from the pool and pool area. There may be other enforcement actions by the Association. The pool is open for use only when the lifeguards are on duty and at their stations. Pool users are to stay clear of the guard stations, and should not lounge around the stations or obstruct the guard station or the check-in desk.

5. If you cannot demonstrate to the lifeguards that you can swim, you will not be allowed in water over your head. The lifeguard may test your swimming ability.

6. For safety reasons, children under the age of twelve (12) years of age must not be left unattended while at the pool or in the pool area. Children under twelve (12) years of age must be accompanied by and supervised by a resident sixteen years of age or older with a valid access card. Diaper age children must wear plastic pants to be permitted in the pools.

(Parkfairfax photo access cards are required to enter the pool. If you don’t have a card, you may obtain one from the Association Office. Access cards may not be active for accounts with outstanding balances).


PARKFAIRFAX CONDOMINIUM 3360 Gunston Road

Alexandria, VA 22302 (t) 703-998-6315 (f) 703-998-8764 (e) www.Parkfairfax.info

ANNUAL BIKE REGISTRATION FORM

Parkfairfax Condominium maintains 53 common element laundry rooms throughout the community. There’s a bike rack in each laundryroom. Resident unit owners and residents are permitted to secure their bikes to the common element bike racks in these common element laundry rooms according to the following terms and conditions:

1. Registration. Each bike must be registered annually using this Annual Bike Registration Form (‘registration form”). The annual registration fee is $5.00 per bike, paid by check or money order only. Each year payment must accompany a completed copy of thisregistration form returned to the Management Office at 3360 Gunston Road, Alexandria, VA 22302.

You may hand deliver your completed registration form to the Management Office during Management Office open hours and receive your current bike sticker(s) while you wait. You may also either hand deliver your completed registration form to the drop box located to the right of the front door at 3360 Gunston Road or you may mail your completed registration form to the Management Office; in either of these two (2) latter options, allow two (2) weeks for the delivery by mail of your bike stickers good for a respective bike registration year.

2. Time of Registration. Any bike secured to a common element bike rack must be registered by June 1st of each new bike registration year. The bike registration year runs from June 1 to May 31. Bike stickers are issued as a part of the bike registration process. Bike stickers for the upcoming bike registration year are available on April 1. Any bike sticker issued prior to April 1 for the then current bike registration year must be updated during the following April or May for the succeeding bike registration year that commences on June 1st.

3. Bike Stickers. Affix a current bike sticker to each bike you secure to a bike rack. Each bike sticker should be affixed to the post beneath the riding seat (saddle) so that it is clearly visible. Use of any particular bike rack is on a space available basis.

4. Other Rules. (a) A bike must be secured to a bike rack with a lock or a chain/cable and a lock; otherwise, bike storage in a laundry room is prohibited; (b) gas powered bicycles, mopeds, scooters, etc., are prohibited in laundry rooms and will be removed immediately without prior notice.

5. Notice. Parkfairfax is not responsible for damage to bikes or the theft of bikes from common element storage areas.

Resident’s Name (please print clearly using ink) ________________________________________________________

Address _______________________________________________________________________________

Phone #s (h) _____________________________________ (w) __________________________________

Email _______________________________________________________________________________

Bike #1 Make/Model ________________________________________________ Color ______________________



Enforcement. The permitted bike rack user subscribed below acknowledges his/her understanding and agreement that the Association enforces bike rack usage by placing a 14-day notice on any bike that does not bear a current bike sticker on or after June 1; by various means the Association will attempt to contact the bike owner 2 weeks prior to the removal of a bike from a laundry room using theinformation given above by the bike owner. If the bike sticker on such bike is not updated during those 2 weeks, staff will remove the bike from the laundry room and a $60.00 bike removal fee per bike payable to the Association will be required prior to the return of the bike owner’s bike(s). If such bike(s) remain(s) unclaimed for 60 days following removal, the bike(s) will be given to charity.

Waiver. The bike rack user subscribed below hereby agrees to be fully liable for and to waive and release the Association, its Board of Directors, employees, agents and members from any and all injuries, costs, damages, causes of action, claims and any consequential and incidental damages, including attorney’s fees arising out of or resulting from any loss, injury including death or damage to person or property which the bike rack user may sustain or cause as a result of or related to the bike owner’s use of an Association commonelement bike rack.

Indemnification. The bike rack user subscribed below hereby agrees to indemnify, defend, reimburse and forever hold harmless the Association, its Board of Directors, employees, agents and members from any and all injuries, costs, damages, causes of action, claims and any consequential and incidental damages, including attorney’s fees, arising out of or resulting from any loss, injury including death or damage to person or property which the bike storage area user may sustain or cause as a result of or related to the bike owner’s use of an Association common element bike rack.

Agreed to as regarding all the above: Resident’s Signature: ________________________________________ Date: _____________

. . . . . . Office Use Only Below . . . . . Official Use Only Below . . . . . Official Use Only Below . . . . . Official Use Only Below . . . . . .

Bike #1 ____________________ Bike #2 _____________________ Bike #3 _____________________

Employee Signature: __________________________________ Amount Paid: ________________ Check/MO #: _______________


A street Called Preston RoadOur streets are named for people and places that helped shape

Virginia history. This column appears monthly to shed a little light on the lives and significance of these once famous, but now some-times forgotten, people and places. The streets that are so common to us here are all related in one way or another to George Washing-ton, this region’s most famous native son.

William and susannah Preston. Many of the people whose name are given to our streets are somewhat familiar to us. But who were the Prestons, a family whose name has been given to one of the busiest Parkfairfax thoroughfares? The story of this family proves to be one of the most interesting chapters in the legacy of Parkfairfax personalities.

William Preston was descended from a prominent Scotch-Irish Protestant family in northern Ireland. He chose to settle on the rugged frontier rather than in the tamer parts of the American colo-nies. He and other Scotch-Irish were indomitable colonists who became staunch fighters for our independence.

Preston first met Washington many years before the Revolution. The frontier of the Shenandoah Valley in which Preston lived with his wife and family had been thrown into jeopardy in 1755 dur-ing the French and Indian Wars (1755-1763). In that year, near the present day Pittsburgh, British General Braddock was surprised and killed and his forces were soundly defeated by a French gar-rison and its Indian allies. Washington was a part of this ill-fated Braddock mission and filed a famous report upon his return.

From this initial contact, Preston and Washington were to meet time and again. In 1765, Preston, Washington, and Patrick Henry were all elected to the House of Burgesses for the first time. Serving together in legislative sessions in Williamsburg, they would have certainly relived the war on the frontier.

In 1756, Washington went West for the Governor of Virginia to inspect the forts in this part of Virginia. On this trip, he met and was guided by William Preston. In one letter he reported, “I set out immediately attended by Captain Preston, who was kind enough to conduct me along.” What he saw disturbed him and he reported, “a rich and once thickly settled country is now quite deserted and abandoned from the Maryland to the Carolina line.”

In 1774, in the frontier world of the Prestons, hostilities were still raging. Preston wrote to a friend that “there is nothing but war, confusion and consternation in the country, the inhabitants flying in crowds, leaving their farms in ruins and desolation.” It was remarkably like Washington’s report of twenty years before. Pres-ton gave this vivid account of one of these Indian attacks that was causing the exodus: “They scalped the children, all but one, and mangled them in a cruel manner. Three boys were made prisoners, two of whom made their escape… The Indians were immediately pursued by several parties of the militia, but they took such precau-tion in traveling that it was impossible to find their track.”

With over twenty years’ experience in frontier fighting, Preston was a natural choice to command the western frontier when the Revolution came. Although none of the major battles against the British occurred in this westernmost part of Virginia during the War, the British and their Indian allies did pose a serious threat to the western borders of all states touching on the Allegheny Moun-tains.

Under Preston’s command, the war on the frontier was fought decently. He wrote in 1780 that he hoped those under his direction would “proceed with caution that the friends of American liberty may be distinguished from its enemies and even to the latter. I hope no cruelty or unnecessary outrage may be committed upon them or their property. True bravery and humanity are inseparable. Your company exercising the latter will convince Mankind they are pos-sessed of the former.” It is somewhat remarkable that a man who had seen so much brutality could write these words as a code of conduct for his forces.

Preston’s harsh life on the frontier was lightened greatly by his wife, Susannah, who bore him a dozen children. They called their home “Smithfield” after his wife’s maiden name. The house still stands near Radford, Virginia on the New River and looks a bit like the Raleigh Tavern in Williamsburg.

William Preston died in 1783, at the age of 53, while Susannah was pregnant with their fifth child. Relatively few Americans have left such a distinguished legacy. His son, James Patton Preston, be-came Governor of Virginia. Other children achieved distinctions as a Congressman, a Virginia State Senator, a State Treasurer and a general. One of his daughters married John Floyd who was later elected Governor of Virginia. One grandson was also elected to the governorship. Preston family public service stretched on into the 19th century, too. President Lincoln’s Postmaster General, Francis Preston Blair, Sr., was a descendent and owner of the famous Blair House across from the White House. In fact, it was this official who, at Lincoln’s behest, unsuccessfully offered Robert E. Lee com-mand of the Union Army on the eve of the Civil War. In the first national election after the Civil War, the Democrats picked Francis Preston Blair, Jr. for their Vice Presidential candidate.

The Prestons were surely a remarkable family. Although their contacts with George Washington were infrequent, the use of their name in our community is an appropriate way to honor them and their contributions to securing our liberty.

Buildings and Utilities tip of the Month - July

Is there a bird’s nest in your vent? Step outside and glance at your bathroom or oven vent. If you see any straw, long grass, twigs or string hanging out of it, please contact an outside contractor to remove it. The maintenance of dryer vents is the homeowner’s responsibility.

Letters to the editor


To the Editor:

The residents of the so-called “Spanish Steps” thank the Board for their enlightened vote allowing lighting along the many steps leading from Mt. Eagle to Preston Rd. At long last, we can see the steps at night!

The relatively inexpensive lights are not related to the recent condo fee increase.

We commend the Board for allowing a 21st century solution to the need for exterior lighting instead of orange crime lights that disturb nighttime living spaces. The low-level, low voltage landscape lights draw very little electricity. They are more befitting a historic community. This is a work in progress as we seek an appropriate brightness level.

The Spanish Steps are a pathway for many Parkfairfax residents, dog walkers, runners and commuters walking to/from buses. Parkfairfax as a whole will benefit from the reduced opportunity for injurious falls and potential liability. For this and basic visibility, we thank the Board.

Rod Oppmann Pat RuedaRuth WoodsZ.George KosinskiIrina Kosinski

Robin Woods Jean WestcottCarol DeVitaAndrea DroneGreg Drone

Barbara JohnsonShelagh FosterRon SmalleyRebecca WoodsCorky Gardiner

Yvonne LeifertPatrick Shea Kathi AagaardJoe JohnsonHeidi Anderson

To the editor:

We recently were levied with a 10 % increase in our condo fees. I am worried about the fiscal direction that we are heading.

The board has approved $4K to install lights on the “spanish steps” ( the double stairs that connect Mt. Eagle to Preston). Looking up from Preston Rd. at night, the area now looks like a landing strip at national airport. The Woods family, who own at least 5 of the units along the steps has been on a singlular mission to light up these steps since they moved in approx. 30 years ago. No previous board has seen fit to spend this money until Robin Woods and friends lobbied hard in 09 to fill the open board seats with their friends.

In April 2010, Robin Woods became one of the newly elected board members (elected by default, unopposed). On the agenda of her first meeting was “community lighting”. Now it seems, her personal agenda is being forced on the whole community. Do we really want to spend our condo money to light up every step and nook and cranny in Parkfairfax? Consider the cost of installation, the unsightly nature of these lights and the cost of electricity.

Robin and her small group of supporters will tell you that we need these light for safety. Cars get broken into under street lights – people trip on steps in daylight.

It’s time time for the board to stop assuming that personal issues are the political will of the community. And most importantly, it’s time to rein in spending.

Gerri Horan

To the editor:

The future of Parkfairfax under the direction of CMC/George Gardner and current board is very scary. George Gardner is spending our money like a drunken sailor and the board is going along with it. Without a system of checks and balances, this community has 10 % condo fee increases to look forward to each year. We will likely see a huge sell-off of properties.

I am a former board member who voted to change management companies. I thought that the budget could be managed better and that we needed new blood. George Gardner and CMC gave the corporate buzzword speech about how they could save us money with “economies of scale”. Nothing could be further from the truth. George has the kid in a candy store syndrome who has never managed a property this large and seems hellbent on frivolous and unwise spending.

Take the new glossy two-color newsletter as a case in point. We do not need this extra expense. Or how about the 5 brand new trucks that were just purchased. These could have been stage over several years with the reserve money invested and making money for us.

Citizens of Parkfairfax – I beg you to soulsearch and talk with your neighbors. We need free-thinking, smart and savvy residents to run for every avail-able board seat every year. Don’t waste your time at the committee level. The only effective way to serve is at the board level.

It’s time to look at the next management company on the list and make a change.

Gerri Horan

Editor’s Note: The Board does not normally allow 2 letters to the editor from the same person in any one issue. One of Ms. Horan’s letters was held by the Board of Directors and not included in prior newsletters, hence the decision to allow 2 letters in this edition.


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Red, White or Blue? What color is the first stripe on the US Flag? (red) – Outstanding end unit 2 BR Madison mode w/ washer/dryer, crown mouldings, A/C Heaters, new refrig. Tip top shape. Call The John and John Team of Re/Max Allegiance at 703-820-9723 or check out the photos at www.Parkfairfax.com.

It’s a Grand Old flag! And a great Madison Model on Lyons Lane near the pool. Gran-ite c-tops, washer/dryer, recessed bathroom plumbing, built-in micro and more. Call The John and John Team of Re/Max Alle-giance at 703-820-9723 for a private tour, or look online at www.Parkfairfax.com.

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shipwreck Kelly (famous flagpole sitter). Would not sit still and would buy this great patio one bedroom unit. For the nature lover. Country kitchen sink, GE convection oven, refrig and icemaker, beautiful hard-woods. Call us, The John and John Team of Re/Max Allegiance at 703-820-9723 or logon to www.Parkfairfax.com.

Betsy Ross – Sew this one up! Priced to sell, fast! Excellent location, 1 bedroom patio area unit, washer/dryer, replacement windows, dishwasher, excellent hardwood floors. We would be delighted to show it to you if you call The John and John Team of Re/Max Allegiance at 703-820-9723. Pho-tos posted at www.Parkfairfax.com.

eLeCtRICAL seRVICe: Increase your standard of living and the value of your unit with a modern electrical system. Upgrade with new and repositioned baseboard heat-ers, radiant heat, exhaust fans, ceiling fans and additional receptacles. Free in-unit eval-uation of your electrical system. Licensed/insured. Call ALLEGRO @ 703-314-1287 or email: [email protected]

PAINtING - Professional, neat, clean, re-liable, references available. Free estimates. Interior painting, wallpaper removal/hang-ing, drywall/plaster repairs. 25 years experi-ence. Licensed, bonded and insured. 703-912-1450 or 571-216-9338.

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LANDsCAPe WORK – Mulching, planting, weeding, pruning etc. Call Juan Oliver (h) 703-590-9294 or (c) 571-215-5152.

Pet & PLANtCARe BY GeRRI, LLC. Reliable, loving care for your dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, or fish. Pet sit-ting, playgroups, walks, feedings, medi-cations. Indoor/outdoor plant care. Es-tablished 1999 by 19-year Parkfairfax resident; bonded and insured. Compet-itive rates; flexible arrangements. Call 703-379-7719.

PAINt BY KNIGHt – Serving Park-fairfax for over 15 years with 35 years experience. Free estimates on painting, plaster repairs, texture, grout work, window caulking, framing on windows and doors. Most empty units painted in 2 days. Call Duane Knight 703-405-3349.

WeeKLY MeDItAtION GROUP and instruction for Parkfairfax residents every Wednesday 7:30PM -9:30PM. Please contact Mimi at 703 820-6396 or email [email protected] for more information. Cost is $20.00 per session. To find out more about me visit www.subtletransformations.com.

LAtWORKs – Carpentry and Handy Work. 28 years experience, 20 years at Park-fairfax. Experienced in trim, mouldings, cabinets, doors, locks, attic stairs, interior and exterior repairs, and installations. Free estimates. Call Lat Jones at 202-270-6854.

Light your fireworks! On the brick patio of this one-bedroom Adams! Brand new kitchen with dishwasher and washer/dry-er! Available NOW! Pets welcomed! Only $1,525 per month! Call The John and John Team of Re/Max Allegiance at 703-820-9723 for more info or check it out at www.Parkfairfax.com.

Perfect for a fourth of July Cookout! Entertain your friends on the patio of this stunning one-bedroom Garfield! Fabulous kitchen renovations! W/D in hall closet! A pet is welcome! $1,650 per month. To tour this condo, call The John and John Team of Re/Max Allegiance at 703-820-9723. See pictures at www.Parkfairfax.com.

Ravensworth Place – 2 level, 2 bedroom Washington Model available in August. Wooden deck in back, Washer/dryer, new refrigerator, range and AC. $1,800 per month, includes water, gas, and condo fees. Pets welcomed. Contact Tim at 202-290-5872.

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MICHAeL PACHeCO CONtRACt-ING: 40 years experience. No job too small. Interior renovations to include painting, finish carpentry, window sills and casings, complete kitchen and bathroom remodel-ing, plaster repair, wallpaper removal, tile and grout work, all types of kitchen and bathroom floors and wall to wall carpeting. Installation of exterior doors and all types including storm doors. Air Conditioning units replaced. General household repairs. Your home left clean and neat. Old fashion quality at an affordable price. Call Michael at 703-379-6725.

eNJOY sUMMeR with a beautifully land-scaped patio or entry. Debra Livingston can help with landscape design, consulta-tion and installation. Call 703-931-3530 or [email protected].

M & M HOUse AND CARPet CLeAN-ING seRVICe - Let us make your house and carpets sparkle! We have seven years ex-perience cleaning in Parkfairfax. Licensed and Insured. References available. Tele-phone:(703) 622-9309.

BABYsItteR: Call Kay, a retired owner/resident with many references for infant and child care in your home. CPR certi-fied. Available for occasional daytime care and for most evenings. Can also do back-up for Day Care or pick-ups with proper paper work and car seats. 703-379-9448 or email [email protected]

MORNING-STAR PLUMBING PLUS –With over 10 years Parkfairfax experience, we do all plumbing, some electrical, tile work and much more with the best rates in town! No job too big or too small! Call 703-869-7552 or [email protected]. Licensed and insured contrac-tors. 10% discount for veterans and elderly.

Pet CARe: for Parkfairfax residents only. Occasional or short term. Experi-ence with pills, fluids, insulin. Owner/resident with many references. Email: [email protected] or call 703-379-9448

Computer Problem? Don’t overspend to fix it. We provide free estimates, evening hours, weekends, and on-site services. We can handle anything computer related. BeltwayPC.com 571-969-1122.

JeRON eBeRWeIN/GARDeN De-sIGN Beautiful planting and landscape design for that special place. ASLA phone 703-671-1516.

Miscellaneous

everyone living in Parkfairfax is welcome at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/PHAT-chat/ PHATchat stands for: Parkfairfax/Homeowners/And/Tenants. In order to register make sure you send your name & address of property.

Volunteers needed! Charles Barrett El-ementary School seeks volunteers to tutor and mentor children, help with homework, and assist teachers as needed. If interested, please call Anna Tush and/or Jane Massant at 703-824-6960. Also, we are currently looking for businesses interested in part-nering with Charles Barrett to support us financially or with time for students. We appreciate your help!

VOte NOW! Please go to www.searsche-fchallenge.com to vote for Parkfairfax resi-dent, Chef Pam Oldes. Vote everyday until July 10th! Help vote her to the semi-final round!

for sale3 Used AC Units – Need summer relief? 3 working A/C units (1 is a heat pump). $400.00 obo. Call 703-671-7931 for more info.

for sale: 5 Large dark brown bookcases by Scan. $200 obo. Also 2 Hunger Douglas Silhouette shades. $50 obo. Call for more info 703-671-7931

for sale: TV Snacking Trays. 4 TV metal snacking trays that fold. Nice to put out on patio. $25 cash. Lisa – 703-820-3028.

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A fun, highly informative summer program – with a range of creative, attention‐grabbing activities & projects – on the basics of Financial Literacy grades 3‐6.

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Do your children continually ask for money—though gain‐fully employed with part‐time jobs or are paid to do chores around the house? Have you ever heard yourself reply, “Do I have the Bank of America stamped across my forehead?” Well, it’s time to enroll your child in a highly informative, fun‐filled, three‐week course in the basics of financial literacy. Your “shopping maven” will learn how to: better manage their income; strategies to make their money “grow” and work for them; “stretch” their monies and buying power; best management and investment practices; make sound investments; cultivate healthy long‐term financial goals to increase future monetary wealth – at an early age! – and much, much more…

The financial literacy curriculum focuses on activities for students in grades 3‐6—even youngsters with cases of “mathophobia”! The three‐week class meets four‐days‐a‐week; begins on Tuesday, July 13 and concludes with a graduation/awards ceremony on Friday, July 30. Instruction begins at 8:30 am and ends at 12:30 pm daily

The program includes all curricular and instructional resources, snacks and refreshments, weekly field trips, prizes and awards, and even includes an assortment of fun; entertaining “camp‐like” activities as well. Local financial institutions host the Financial Literacy Program’s field trips. The class has a 1 to 10 teacher‐student ratio and is taught by licensed, highly qualified Parkfairfax resident teacher. Her credentials include a doctorate in Curriculum, Instruction, and Supervision, published author, and is a cognitive style and literacy specialist, among other qualifications. Further, the instructor meets all mandated No Child Left Behind [NCLB] standards. Her teaching motto is: powerful teaching methods ensure powerful learning experiences.

Wouldn’t it be great to have a child capable of making wise financial life‐decisions by the end of the summer? Let’s provide that highly engaging, full‐filled summer experience – complete with motivating activities and trips to make that financial literacy dream a reality!

For additional information, or to register your child, call 703‐919‐7221 between the hours of 1:00 am to 5:00 pm. The Financial Literacy program costs $200.00 per child [if prepaid, deduct $50.00]. Alternatively, pay $70.00 on a weekly basis. Enjoy your summer while learning a valuable knowledge‐base!

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