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Stone RidgeO C T O B E R 2 0 1 4 n e w s l e t t e r
12 HIGHLIGHTS 03 Annual Meeting Notice
07 Unapproved Modification Fee Effective October 1st
08 Halloween House Decorating Contest Moved to October 29th
09 Shocktoberfest
12 9th Annual Stone Ridge 5K Race for Education
CONTENTS 2 | BOARD
ෙ Board Highlights for September ෙ Annual Meeting Notice ෙ Electronic Voting Back Again
3 | COMMITTEES
ෙ Activities Committee ෙ Covenants Committee Highlights
for August ෙ August Covenants Activity ෙ Seeking Volunteers
4 | ARCHITECTURE
ෙ Architectural Review Committee Highlights
ෙ Annual Lot Inspection ෙ Building Permits ෙ Plan Your Architectural
Improvement Applications ෙ August & September
Application Activity ෙ Unapproved Modification Fee
Effective October 1st
7 | COMMUNITY
ෙ 2014 Event Calendar ෙ Halloween House Decorating
Contest Moved to October 29th
ෙ Wellness Connection Farmers` Market
ෙ Shocktoberfest ෙ 9th Annual Stone Ridge 5K Race
for Education ෙ Road Closure Information for the
Stone Ridge 5K ෙ Stone Carver Pool Gone to the Dogs ෙ New Association Office Now Open at
Stone Carver Drive ෙ South Point Drive Now Open ෙ Volunteer Appreciation Murder
Mystery Dinner
16 |REMINDERS
ෙ Avoiding Dog Bites – What You Need to Know
ෙ Slow Down on Halloween Night ෙ Call Before You Dig ෙ Don’t Forget to Sign-Up for SRNet ෙ Election Signage Reminders ෙ How to Avoid a Deer Collision ෙ User Guidelines for Stone
Ridge Trails ෙ Think Before you Throw
20 | CENTER
ෙ Pirate Parrrty
24 | COUNTY
ෙ Library Corner ෙ A Novel Wine Tasting: Painting the
Night Fantastic Art Auction ෙ Supervisor Matt Letourneau’s
Dulles Direct Update
ෙ County Debuts Interactive Map to Update Public on Road Construction
ෙ If You See Something, Say Something
28 | SCHOOLS
ෙ 2014/2015 LCPS Student Calendar ෙ See What’s Happening at
Arcola Elementary ෙ JCHS to Host Safe Teen Driving Class ෙ JCHS Fall Varsity Football Schedule ෙ Ribbon Cutting for Mercer Middle
School Expansion
31 | THINGS TO DO
ෙ 71st Annual Waterford Homes Tour & Craft Exhibit
ෙ 59th Running of the Virginia Fall Races
ෙ Collectors` Showcase of America ෙ Fairfax Fall Festival ෙ NOVA Fall Brewfest ෙ Washington West Film Festival ෙ Air and Scare
38 | CLASSIFIEDS
39 | INFORMATION
ෙ Trash Reminders ෙ Association & Advertisement Fees
40 | CONTACTS
BACK COVER
ෙ October Calendar
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BOARD HIGHLIGHTS FOR SEPTEMBER
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Attendees: President Harrover, Directors Conner, Deal, Gorli, Lewis, McIntosh, and Rhodes, Mr. Pat Quante with Bowman Consulting, Mr. Dave Rettew with Ryland Homes, and General Manager Carol Teigen.
Mr. Rettew with Ryland Homes and Mr. Quante with Bowman Consulting presented a proposal requesting (1) approval of a temporary construction easement and storm drain easement on an open space parcel in Marrwood Section 3 and (2) consideration of annexation of the Moonglade parcel into Stone Ridge Association, Inc. Directors approved the Deed of Dedication, Easement, and Vacation and the Agreement to Grant Easements and, also, agreed to enter into discussion about the annexation of the Moonglade parcel.
Approved the August 19, 2014 Board of Directors Meeting Minutes and accepted the Committee Minutes.
Accepted the maintenance and repair responsibility of Section 49 as the responsibility of the Association and directed staff to send the acceptance letter to the County.
Approved the option to temporarily rent the Nettle Mill Square office space to HCA should the inquiry become official; the space would be rented until the StoneSprings Hospital opened in December 2015.
Accepted the proposal from NVPools to perform the needed plaster coat resurfacing of the entrance fountain basin for $32,500; cost is less than reserve study estimate.
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Tuesday, November 18, 2014 Mercer Middle School Auditorium Annual 6:30 p.m. – Registration begins 7:00 p.m. – Meeting begins Meeting Notice
ELECTRONIC VOTING BACK AGAIN
Stone Ridge will offer an electronic voting option again this year for the 2014 Stone Ridge Board of Directors Election. While a paper ballot option will still be available, it’s time to get with the program and switch to a faster, safer, and more convenient option of online voting!
Some of the advantages of online voting are:
• Speed – Voting is quick and easy • Smart – No voter fraud • Safe and Secure – Protected by technology
and hardware • Reliable – Unbiased and independent • Convenient – Vote anytime from anywhere
Here’s what to expect: You will receive a packet in the mail at the end of October. This packet will include the Annual Meeting Notice (taking place on Tuesday, November 18th), Annual Meeting Agenda, Eligibility to Vote, Proxy Instructions, Annual Meeting Proxy Form, Directions for Online Voting Using Votenet, and Candidate Biographies.
After reviewing all of the information in the packet, you will need to decide whether or not you want to vote using paper, proxy, or electronically through Votenet.
Every lot is allowed to cast one vote using one of the methods listed above.
More information and step-by-step directions regarding electronic voting through Votenet will be provided in the November issue of Etched in Stone.
ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE
The Activities Committee met on Tuesday, September 9th at 7:30 p.m. in the conference room.
Present were committee members Lauren Franco, Ernestine Wilkins, Patrick Donahue, Valerie Fox, Yvonne Diamond-Cravener, Lindsay Ivey, Bari Brook, and Events Coordinator Edit Sherry. Also present was potential Activities Committee Member Melissa Urbina.
• Created three sub-committees to more efficiently prepare for events. Sub-committees include: Communications, Volunteer Recruitment, and Finance/ Purchasing.
• Finalized details for Shocktoberfest on October 11th. The event will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Nettle Mill Square Clubhouse and Event Lawn. Committee members discussed ABC licensing, volunteer recruitment, haunted house project, vendors, booking cab services, and traffic control.
• Moved the Halloween House Decorating Contest judging to Wednesday, October 29th to allow residents more time to decorate their homes.
The next scheduled Activities Committee Meeting is Wednesday, October 8th at 7:30 p.m. in the conference room.
The Activities Committee plans, advertises, and conducts social activities that provide opportunities for enrichment to Stone Ridge residents.
Meetings are held the first Tuesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. in the conference room. Meetings are open to all Stone Ridge residents.
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COVENANTS COMMITTEE HIGHLIGHTS FOR AUGUST
Erik Berndt, Covenants Administrator
AUGUST 27TH MEETING HIGHLIGHTS
No meeting was held. All violations scheduled for a hearing were resolved within the required timeframe.
The Covenants Committee investigates and renders decisions on alleged violations of the Governing Documents as dictated by Article VII of the Amended & Restated Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions.
Meetings are held in the Association office Conference Room at 6:30pm.
Meetings are open to all Stone Ridge residents.
AUGUST COVENANTS ACTIVITY
AUGUST 25TH MEETING ACTIVITY
No meeting was held. All violations scheduled for a hearing were resolved within the required timeframe.
SEEKING VOLUNTEERS
The Architectural Review Committee (ARC) and Covenants Committee are currently seeking volunteers wishing to become committee members! The ARC acts on all applications for the approval of modifications or improvements to any lot as dictated by Article VII of the Amended & Restated Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions. Meetings are held on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month in the Clubhouse Conference Room at 7:00 p.m.
The Covenants Committee investigates and renders decisions on alleged violations of the Governing Documents as dictated by Article VII of the
Amended & Restated Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions. Meetings are held the fourth Wednesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. in the Clubhouse Conference Room.
If you are interested in joining the ARC or Covenants Committee, please send an email with a few sentences about yourself and why you would like to join a committee to [email protected]
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE HIGHLIGHTS
Erik Berndt, Covenants Administrator
AUGUST 27TH MEETING HIGHLIGHTS
The meeting was called to order at 7:01pm by Nathan Tubbs (Graywacke Dr.) Committee members Jeffrey Messinger (San Juan Terr.), Dave Greenwalt (Gypsum Way), and Scott Casetta (Graywacke Dr.) were in attendance at the Conference Room. Also in attendance was Ted Tidmore (Prairie Grass Dr.), Jim Golterman (Stoneyford Terr.), and Erik Berndt, Covenants Administrator.
13 applications were reviewed; 11 were approved, 1 disapproved, and 1 tabled
SEPTEMBER 10TH MEETING HIGHLIGHTS
The meeting was called to order at 7:02pm by Nathan Tubbs (Cutgrass Terr.) Committee members Jeffrey Messinger (San Juan Terr.), Freddy Zambrano (Cinnabar Sq.), and Scott Casetta (Graywacke Dr.) were in attendance at the Stone Carver Conference Room. Also in attendance was Dalia Tadjerouni (Byrne Meadow Sq.), Pat Brenner (Kings Canyon Sq.), Jim & Carol Lundeen (Serpentine Pl.), Cathy Jones (Beryl Terr.), Mike Layne (Graywacke Dr.), and Erik Berndt, Covenants Administrator.
11 applications were reviewed; 8 were approved, 1 approved with conditions, 1 disapproved and 1 tabled.
The Architectural Review Committee (ARC) acts on all applications for the approval of modifications or improvements to any lot as dictated by Article VII of the Amended & Restated Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions.
Meetings are in the Association office Conference Room at 7:00 pm. Meetings are open to all Stone Ridge residents.
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ANNUAL LOT
INSPECTION BUILDING PERMITS After obtaining HOA
approval for your improvement, contact
Loudoun County to see if your modification requires a
building permit.
Department of Building & Development
Loudoun.gov/bd/ [email protected]
(703) 777-0220
The annual lot inspection is designed to ensure that each lot in Stone Ridge is in compliance
according to Community Code No. 1, Design and Maintenance Standards.
Staff will be conducting lot inspections in Sections 10 and 45 in October. Streets in these
sections include Pepperbush Place, Calcite Place, Black Hills Place, Bear Tooth Drive, Boomerang
Terrace, and Tanzanite Terrace.
Owners are encouraged to submit applications for all exterior changes and improvements.
Owners can submit applications now and be in compliance before the lot inspection.
As a reminder, a $50 fee will be assessed for each lot improvement project started or completed before receiving written approval
from the Architectural Review Committee, effective for all applications dated October 1,
2014 and after.
It is also important to note that not having an application on file can slow down the re-sale
process of your home. Application Due: Meeting Date:
October 1 October 8 October 15 October 22
November 5 November 12 December 3 December 10
PLAN YOUR ARCHITECTURAL IMPROVEMENT APPLICATIONS
Please review the Design and Maintenance Standards for details on your specific improvement.
The standards can be found on SRNet or at the Association Office.
Please note the changes to the ARC Meeting schedule in November, December, and January to
accommodate for the holiday season. Meetings will resume on the second and fourth Wednesday of the
month beginning in February 2015.
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Section 43 – Deck; approved
Section 3 – Deck; approved
Section 4 – Deck Expansion,
Section 47A – Staining of Deck & Fence; approved
Section 44 – Staining of Deck & Fence; approved
Section 46 – Storm Doors; approved
Section 4 – Color Change & Storm Door; approved
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Section 3 – Resurfacing Deck; approved - Add Privacy Screen; tabled until further information about the style, length, and height of the privacy screen could be obtained from the applicant.
Section 49 – Trampoline; disapproved - Skywalker 14 round trampoline in the rear yard, 6’ clear zone around trampoline not observed. Disapproval was based on page 57 of Community Code No.1 Design & Maintenance Standards, Play Equipment, which states: “a minimum 6’ clear zone surrounding the play structure shall be required” Owner must remove trampoline within 30 days or can appeal disapproval to Board of Directors.
Section 10 – Trellises; approved
Section 48 – Pet Door; approved
Landbay 5R –Patio; approved
Marrwood Section 1 – Patio; approved
Section 49 – Patio; approved
Patio, Fire Pit, Lattice, Cabinets, TV, Fireplace, & Basketball Goal; approved
Section 2 – Color Change; approved
Section 4 – Basketball Goal; approved
Section 4 – Basketball Goal; approved with the condition the base of the basketball goal is stabilized using water or sand per the manufacturer’s instructions , and no other forms of weighting i.e. bags of sand or other exterior weights are used, as referenced on page 23 of Community Code No. 1 Design & Maintenance Standards, Basketball Goals.
Section 50 – Trampoline; disapproved - Disapproval was based on page 57 of Community Code No. 1 Design & Maintenance Standards, Play Equipment, which states: “a minimum 6’ clear zone surrounding the play structure shall be required.” Owner can appeal the disapproval to Board of Directors.
Section 11 – Storm Doors; approved
Section 49 – Stain Deck & Fence; approved - Screen Doors; tabled until further information could be obtained until the applicant can provide photos of the proposed screen door location and a manufacturers cut sheet, brochure, or other example of the proposed screen doors.
Section 43 – Awning and Stain Deck & Fence; approved
Section 2 – Security Cameras; approved
Section 55 – Deck, Patio, & Fence; approved
Section 3 – Replace Decking Materials, Replace Siding, Replace Windows/Remove Transom and Replace Sliding Glass Doors; approved
Marrwood Section 1 – Storm Door; approved
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Unapproved Modification Fee Starting October 1st
Effective October 1st, a $50 unapproved modification fee is now being assessed for each lot improvement project started or completed before receiving written approval
from the Architectural Review Committee.
The $50 fee must be paid by cash or check upon submitting the ARC Application for the unapproved modification to the Association Office.
2014 EVENT CALENDAR
NEW October 11th: Shocktoberfest A great new event for residents of all ages! Adults will enjoy an Oktoberfest inspired event with beer tastings, authentic German cuisine, and a complementary beer mug! Children will celebrate Halloween by taking a walk through a spook-tacular haunted house and watching a Halloween movie. Prizes will be awarded for best costumes!
DATE CHANGE
October 29h: Halloween House Decorating Contest
Goblins, witches, and ghosts, oh my! Scare up the outside of your house or yard with all things Halloween! Prizes for first place will be awarded in three different categories.
October 18th: 9th Annual Stone Ridge 5K Race for Education This family-friendly run features a flat, fast race course ideal for runners and walkers! This event is designed to benefit the public school PTA’s in the Dulles South area. For more information, visit www.stoneridgeva5k.org.
December 6th: Santa on Fire Engine Santa Clause is back in town! Help ring in the holidays by welcoming Santa on a fire engine into Stone Ridge! Santa and his helpers will be collecting unwrapped toys and non-perishable food items for those less fortunate during the holiday season. Enjoy hot chocolate and tasty treats at each stopping location.
December 18th: Holiday House Decorating Contest Pull out your colored lights, garland, and any other decorating tricks you may have for our Annual Holiday House Decorating Contest. Prizes will be awarded for most festive, most traditional, and most original.
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The judging date for the Halloween House Decorating Contest has been moved from October 16th to October 29th to give Stone Ridge residents more time to scare up the outside of their house and yard with all things Halloween!
Judging will begin at 7:00 p.m. on October 29th, so please make sure to have all decorations displayed and any lighting turned on before then.
Prizes will be awarded for the first, second, and third place in the categories for single family, townhomes, and condominiums.
The Activities Committee is looking forward to seeing what tricks or treats you have up your sleeve for this contest!
Halloween House Decorating Contest
Moved to October 29th
- Martin Angus Beef - Gonzales Produce - Kelly’s Dog Love - Lisa’s Pieces - Thirty One Bags - Honey Brook Farms - Fashions of Mystery - Betty’s Chips and Salsas - Usborne Books - Whatchamadoodles - Designs by Michelle - David Ramadan - Katies Skin Wraps - C. Hess Orchard and Produce - Peaches
are back! - Guaranty Self Storage
For questions, please contact the Wellness Connection by calling (703) 327-0335 or emailing [email protected]!
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WELLNESS CONNECTION FARMERS` MARKET
The Wellness Connection is bringing back the Stone Ridge Farmers` Market every Saturday through October 11th! The market will be held in the Gum Spring Library parking lot from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. – rain or shine!
THE FOLLOWING VENDORS WILL BE PRESENT:
- StyleRide Boutique - Origami Owl - Charlette Marie Bodyworks - Jo On The Go Coffee Truck - Kings Produce - Kayla’s Children’s Boutique - Valencia Produce - Fleenor Meats - Stella and Dot - Les Vonne’s Cafe
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October 18, 2014 Stone Ridge, VA
Join in the Fun!
Join us in beautiful Stone Ridge, Virginia for what has quickly become a fall classic. Flat and fast, this 5K and Kids Fun Run offers something for everyone, including great prizes for the top finishers and a great experience for the first timers. All the while you will be helping enhance the education experience for children in the
Dulles South area. See you there!
For additional information about this event in Loudoun County, please visit:
StoneRidgeVa5k.org
9th Annual
Part of the Loudoun Race Series!
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ROAD CLOSURE INFORMATION FOR THE STONE RIDGE 5K
The Stone Ridge 5K Race for Education will take place on the morning of Saturday, October 18th.
The race route for 2014 has changed and the following roads will be closed from 8:50 a.m. until all runners have cleared the course to accommodate for the race:
- Millstream Drive (west of Stone Springs Blvd)
- Tall Cedars Pkwy - Northstar Blvd
(up to Sacred Mountain St) - Stone Carver Drive.
All vehicles parked on the race route need to be moved by 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 18th.
Streets most affected by the road closures are Greysteel Square, Stoneyford Terrace, Logan Stone Terrace, Crushendall Terrace, Cathedral Valley Square, Woolly Mammoth Terrace, Plantain Terrace, and Metamorphic Square.
Residents who live on these streets will have controlled access in and out using Stone Carver Drive. Access will be controlled by flaggers and the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office.
Residents who live north of Tall Cedars Pkwy can exit Stone Ridge via Stone Springs Blvd to Rt. 50. Residents who live south of Tall Cedars Pkwy can exit Stone Ridge via Greenstone Drive or Destiny Drive
If you have doctor, dentist, shopping, or other appointments, please make plans to leave Stone Ridge before 8:50 a.m. for your destination! Once the race begins, no vehicular traffic is permitted on any street of the race route including the crossing of any street. The Sheriff’s Department will be on hand to help direct traffic.
Please refer to the race map below for the full race route. For more information, please visit www. stoneridgeva5k.org.
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STONE CARVER POOL GONE TO THE DOGS
On Saturday, September 10th Stone Ridge dog owners brought their four-legged friends for one last summer splash at the Stone Carver Pool!
Approximately 15 dogs enjoyed swimming, splashing, and playing in the water at the community’s first dog swim event. Aldie Veterinary Hospital and Pet Valu were on hand to hand out treats and toys while Christy Spencer photography took photos of pets and their owners.
A tail-wagging good time was had by all!
TO PURCHASE PHOTOS FROM THE EVENT, PLEASE VISIT
WWW.CHRISTYSPENCERPHOTOGRAPHY.COM
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NEW ASSOCIATION OFFICE NOW OPEN AT STONE CARVER DRIVE
The Stone Ridge Association Office is now open at our new location – 24605 Stone Carver Drive. All business will now be conducted from the new location.
The new Association Office business hours are as follows:
Monday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Wednesdays: 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
* Please note that the office will no longer be open on Saturdays.
Since Association Staff will no longer occupy the office in the Nettle Mill Square Clubhouse, several changes regarding Clubhouse access for residents were required.
There will no longer be access to the Clubhouse amenities and fitness center through the front door of the building (on the former office side).
The side door (closest to the parking lot) will now be KEY CARD ACCESS ONLY, EVERYDAY FROM
5:00 A.M. TO 10:00 P.M. FOR ADULTS OVER THE AGE OF 21.
Persons under the age of 21 must be accompanied by an adult with a key-card in order to enter the facility.
If you are over the age of 21 and wish to purchase a key card, please stop by the new Association Office with your payment of $10 (cash or check only).
SOUTH POINT DRIVE NOW OPEN
Good news for Stone Ridge drivers – South Point Drive is now open and fully operational from Millstream Drive to Gateway Village Place. This allows for access to the Gum Spring Shopping Center without having to use Rt. 50. Please see map for details.
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VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION MURDER MYSTERY DINNER
Every year, Stone Ridge celebrates the time and effort of its volunteers by hosting a banquet in honor of them. The activities you enjoy in the community would not be possible or succeed without each one of these volunteers.
The 2013 Volunteer Appreciation Reception took place on Friday, September 5th. This year, the event was held in the Great Hall at the Nettle Mill Square Clubhouse. Thirty-one volunteers dressed up and enjoyed a murder mystery style dinner - “Of Sound Mind and Dead Body”.
The evening concluded with a presentation from Board members where committee members were presented with gifts as a token of appreciation.
A special thank you to our sponsors who generously donated to the Annual Volunteer Appreciation Reception: American Disposal, Chadwick & Washington, Heritage Landscaping, NV Pools, and SFMC Inc.
Thanks again to all our volunteers! If you would like to volunteer, please email stoneridge-hoa@ stoneridgeinc.org.
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Avoiding Dog Bites: What You Need to Know
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If you own a dog, there are steps that you can take to reduce your dog’s likelihood to bite:
Spay/neuter your pet. Unaltered animals are more likely to exhibit aggressive tendencies, to roam, or to fight with other animals.
Keep your dog properly confined. Dogs do not in-stinctively understand where their property ends unless they are confined. Fences, cable runners, or dog runs are all appropriate confinement options. Invisible fencing can be an option as well, but dogs and other companion ani-mals must be properly trained to understand the system. Unfortunately, invisible fences do not keep people out of your dog’s space. Curious children, meter readers, or de-livery people could inadvertently enter your dog’s territory and become susceptible to a bite.
Keep your dog under control of a responsible person. Make sure anyone who handles the dog out in public is mature enough to handle the dog, and that they are strong enough to control the dog should it become aroused or agitated while walking.
Use a sturdy collar and make sure it fits. Dogs can be escape artists! Make sure that your dog’s collar fits properly and that they cannot slip out of it. Depending on your dog’s size and temperament, a harness may be more suitable and may help you keep better control.
Use a leash that allows you to control your dog. Re-tractable or long leashes do not allow you to properly restrain your dog if a situation arises. Leashes should be no longer than 6 feet to allow proper control.
Socialize your dog. The best way to prevent dog bites is to teach your dog to be a well behaved, social pet. If you have behavior concerns, consider investing in some obedience training for your dog. Be sure that your dog gets plenty of time meeting new people and praise him for responding well to new situations and surroundings.
Keep your dog’s vaccines current. In the event that your dog does bite, it is critical for the bite victim that you can confirm that your dog has been vaccinated against rabies.
If you know that your dog has a tendency to be easily agitated or is especially wary of strangers, then you should take extra precautions to avoid a potential bite. Use a properly fitted basket muzzle when taking your dog out in public – just make sure that the muzzle allows the dog to pant. You should also avoid situations where your dog could come in close contact with unfamiliar people, such as parks or trails.
It is equally important for citizens to take steps to avoid dog bites:
Never approach a dog that you do not know. Avoid dogs that are behind a fence, on a tie-out, or in a car. Give a wide berth when walking past a dog on a leash. Cross to the other side of the street if there is not enough room to safely pass the dog.
Always ask permission. Ask the owner if the dog is friendly and if you may pet it. Let the dog see you and sniff your hand before reaching to pet it.
Protect your face. Many dog bites occur when peo-ple crouch or kneel down to pet an unfamiliar dog. Do not put your face in range of the dog’s mouth. Bites in the face are often more serious than bites to arms or legs.
Approach dogs slowly and carefully. Be sure not to make direct eye contact with the dog. The dog may see this as dominant behavior and could feel threatened. If a dog is in a threatening posture or growling, do not run or scream. Stand still and avoid eye contact. The dog may lose interest in you and leave.
Know the dogs in your neighborhood. Become familiar with your neighbors and their pets. Dogs are often more comfortable with people that have inter-acted with them. And, if you do see a dog running loose in the neighborhood, you may be able to help return it to its owner if you are familiar with the ani-mals that live nearby.
Educate your children. Make sure that children are aware of these bite prevention tips too!
Report all dog bites to Loudoun County Animal Control
703-777-0406
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SLOW DOWN ON HALLOWEEN NIGHT
As parents, we warn our children to be careful while trick-or-treating, but as drivers we need to also make an effort to keep safety in mind. Here are some tips to make sure the only scares you experience this Halloween are in a haunted house and not out on the road.
1. Think Frankenstein: move slowly and deliberately. Halloween night is not the time to cut corners on safety just to save a few minutes. Build some extra time into your commute to account for the number of pedestrians on the streets trick-or-treating.
That way there’s no rush – you’ll be slowly moving through intersections and when exiting or entering driveways. And remember to give pedestrians in cumbersome costumes plenty of time to clear your path. Keep your distance from the drivers in front of you by driving slower and anticipate that they could be distracted by the festivities.
2. You may dress like a zombie but don’t act like one. On Halloween night, excited children may dash into the road to get to the next house on their trick-or-treating route. So don’t “put it on cruise control” when you’re commuting home! Stay especially alert in residential neighborhoods and leave cell phone use for when you’re off the road (advice that applies all year round!). Use your turn signals when changing lanes and pay close attention to crosswalks – you can never be too careful when it comes to being alert on the road.
3. The glow of jack o’ lanterns won’t be enough to light your path. As the days grow shorter while we head into winter, it’s important to remember to turn your headlights on, even as early as 5 or 6 in the evening. On Halloween, children can be dressed in dark costumes and blend into the evening light. Make sure you check your headlights before Halloween and use them during the holiday so you can spot every child in your path!
4. Be careful transporting your little goblins and ghouls. If you choose to drive your children from house to house, make sure to pull over in a safe, well-lit place and turn on your hazard lights. You want to make sure other motorists are aware you are stopped and that they see your children as they are exiting the car. Children should always exit the car curbside.
5. Hang up your broomstick. Unless you need to use your car on Halloween evening, consider staying home or using alternate methods of transportation (walking, biking or public transportation) to go about your business. Why? Because more than twice as many children are killed in pedestrian/vehicle incidents on Halloween between 4 and 10 p.m. than on a normal evening. By staying home, you help reduce traffic and keep trick-or-treaters safe. Besides, someone needs to be home to hand out all that candy!
Remember, these are tips to keep in mind all the time, not just during Halloween. Here’s to a fun (and safe!) Halloween for you and your family!
Source: http://blog.van.fedex.com/halloween-safety-tips
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Fall is a great time for landscaping, planting trees, and installing decks and patios. Did you know that it’s the law to call Miss Utility before you dig? In Virginia, you can dial 811 or 1-800-552-7001to notify participating utilities of the upcoming excavation work so they can locate and mark their underground facilities in advance to prevent possible damage to underground utility lines, injury, property damage, and service outages.
When should I call? Homeowners should contact Virginia 811 at least 3 working days (excluding weekends and legal holidays) before any digging project. The call center is open from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on weekdays.
Why should I call? If you are planning any type of digging project, you should call just to be on the safe side. Many utilities such as cable television lines are buried close to the surface. While it might not be life threatening, you’d hate to miss the big game because you were planting begonias. There is no cost to the homeowner for the service.
I hired a contractor. Should I still call 811? It is the contractor’s responsibility to call before digging. Be insistent on this because you are the one who will be endangered or inconvenienced if your contractor hits a utility. Everyone wants their projects completed promptly, however, allowing time for the marking is just good sense.
So don’t forget, call 811 before you dig! Source: www.va811.
DON’T FORGET TO SIGN-UP FOR SRNET!
Attention new residents! Now that you have moved in, don’t forget to join our community online!
We’ve put Stone Ridge Association online to provide you with more convenience and a wealth of website services and opportunities to share ideas and information; get news and announcements; access an online resource center for important association documents and forms; join discussion forums; utilize the member directory; and much more!
To register, simply go to www.srnet.cc/ and click “sign-up”. Since SRNet is a resident only website, your account information will need to be verified.
Once you submit your sign-up information, you will receive an email back from the Association Office within 24-hours with a username and temporary password to access the site. It’s as easy as that!
ELECTION SIGNAGE REMINDERS
With November General Elections drawing closer, please keep the Stone Ridge Guidelines in mind regarding political signage.
Community Code No. 1, Stone Ridge Design and Maintenance Standards, Page 52 states: “No more than three political campaign election signs are allowed. These signs must be removed immediately after the election.”
If you have any questions regarding political signage, please call the Stone Ridge Association office at 703-327-5179.
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HOW TO AVOID A DEER COLLISION
In Loudoun County, deer collision accidents are on the rise because deer are being displaced from their natural habitat by urban sprawl and growing populations. So what can you do to stay safe during deer season? Here are the latest statistics and tips to make driving through deer country as safe as possible.
DEER STATISTICS
• Dawn and dusk are the times you are most likely to encounter deer along the roadside.
• Deer breeding season runs from October through early January, and during this time they are highly active and on the move. This is when deer-vehicle collisions are at their peak.
• As pack animals, deer almost never travel alone. If you see one deer, you can bet that there are others nearby.
PREVENTIVE TECHNIQUES
• The two most important ways to avoid a deer-vehicle collision are: slow down and SLOW DOWN. The more conservative you are with your speed, the more time you will have to brake if an animal darts into your path.
• Always wear a seatbelt. The most severe injuries in deer-vehicle collisions usually result from failure to use a seatbelt.
• Watch for the shine of eyes along the roadside and immediately begin to slow.
• Use your high beams whenever the road is free of oncoming traffic. This will
increase your visibility and give you more time to react.
• Pay close attention to caution signs indicating deer or other large animals. These signs are specifically placed in high-traffic areas where road crossings are frequent.
• If you’re on a multi-lane road, drive in the center lane to give as much space to grazing deer as possible.
ENCOUNTERING A DEER
• Never swerve to avoid a deer in the road. Swerving can confuse the deer on where to run. Swerving can also cause a head-on collision with oncoming vehicles, take you off the roadway into a tree or a ditch, and greatly increase the chances of serious injuries.
• Deer are unpredictable creatures, and one that is calmly standing by the side of the road may suddenly leap into the roadway without warning. Slowing down when you spot a deer is the best way to avoid a collision.
• If you do collide with a deer (or large animal), call emergency services if injuries are involved, or the local police if no one is injured, but damage has been caused to your property or someone else’s. Never touch an animal that is in the roadway. Report the incident to your insurance company as soon as possible.
Safe travels!
Source: http://www.geico.com/information/publications/ newsletter/2009/deer-safety/
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USER GUIDELINES FOR STONE RIDGE TRAILS
Did you know that Stone Ridge has over 5 miles of walking and biking trails throughout the neighborhood? Our community trails have become very popular resulting in congested and potentially hazardous situations. Regardless of whether you are bicycling, walking, jogging, or skating, if you follow the same set of rules as everyone else, your trip will be safer and more enjoyable. Help make the multi-use trails safe for everyone by using the following guidelines:
BE COURTEOUS All trail users, including bicyclists, joggers, walkers, wheelchairs, skateboarders, bladers and skaters, should be respectful of other users regardless of their mode, speed or level of skill.
BE PREDICTABLE Travel in a consistent and predictable manner. Always look behind before changing positions on the trail.
DON’T BLOCK THE TRAIL When in a group or with your pets, use no more than half the trail so as not to block the flow of other users.
KEEP RIGHT Stay as near to the right side of the trail as is safe, except when passing another user.
PASS ON THE LEFT Pass others, going your direction, on their left. YIELD TO SLOWER AND ON-COMING TRAFFIC. Use hand signals to alert those behind you of your moves. Look ahead and back to make sure the lane is clear before you pull out and pass. Pass with ample
separation and do not move back to the right until safely past. REMEMBER: KIDS AND PETS CAN BE UNPREDICTABLE.
STOPPING When stopping, move off of the trail. Beware of others approaching you from behind and make sure they know you are pulling over.
GIVE AUDIBLE WARNING BEFORE PASSING Give a clear signal by using voice, bell or horn before passing. Give the person you are passing time to respond. Watch for their reaction. So that you can hear these signals, don’t wear headphones on the trail.
OBEY ALL TRAFFIC SIGNS AND SIGNALS Use extra caution where trails cross streets. Stop at all signs and intersections and be cautious when crossing driveways. When entering or crossing a trail yield to traffic on the trail.
USE LIGHTS AT NIGHT Be equipped with lights when using a trail at any time from dusk to dawn. Bicyclists should have a white light visible from five- hundred feet to the front and a red or amber light visible from five-hundred feet to the rear. Other trail users should have white lights visible from two-hundred fifty feet to the front, and a red or amber light visible from two-hundred fifty feet to the rear.
BE RESPECTFUL OF PRIVATE PROPERTY Trails are open to the public, but often the land on the side of the trail is private property. Please respect all property rights.
CLEAN UP LITTER Do not leave glass, paper, cans, plastic, or any other debris on or near a trail. If you drop something, please remove it immediately.
Have You Outgrown Trails? Trails have engineering and design limits. If your speed or style endangers other users, check for alternative routes better suited to your needs. Selecting the right location is safer and more enjoyable for all concerned.
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GLASS BEFORE YOU
Place all items mixed together & unbagged into yourrecycling container. Give some items a quick rinse.
All glass bottles & jars
PAPERS CARTONS
Mixed paper, newspaper, office Flattened cardboard & Magazines, phone books, Juice boxes, milk, wine &paper, junk mail & bagged paperboard catalogs, & books broth cartons shredded paper
PLASTICS METALS
Plastics labeled #1-7 Wide-mouth plastics Rigid plastics Aluminum & steel cans, non-hazardous aerosols, pots & pans, small appliances, aluminum foil & trays
Look for alternative disposal methods for these items. Do not toss in your recycling container.
Batteries Light bulbs Sharps & Diapers Polystyrene cups, Wrappers Plastic bags medical waste plates, & bowls
Paper plates & napkins, Glassware, heat-resistant Clothing Wires, cables, plastic Tires bio-based plastics glass & ceramics binding & lights
why is this recyclable?why is this not recyclable?
thinkbeforeyouthrow.org *Acceptable materials are subject to change at any time
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Save the Date & Support the Gum Spring Library: Painting the Night Fantastic: A Novel Wine Tasting, November 1st, 7:00 – 10:00 p.m. For ages 21 and up.
Join the Friends of the Gum Spring Library (FROGS) f or an elegant evening featuring: Guest speaker local tile artist Joan Gardiner, live and silent art auction, local and international art, door prizes, wine tasting and light hors d’oeuvres. For tickets, visit gumspringlibrary.blogspot.com
Adult Book Discussion: 1book 1community, Out of my Mind Author by Sharon M. Draper: Friday, October 10th, 10:00 a.m. - Children are welcome. Thursday, October 16th, 7:00 p.m. - For adults only. Sponsored by the Irwin Uran Gift Fund.
Short Film Event: Washington West Film Festival: Saturday, October 25th, 1:00 p.m. A family-friendly short film program featuring selections from the Washington West Film Festival. Winning films from the 9th Annual Teen Film Competition will be shown. Popcorn will be served! http://wwfilmfest.com/
CHILDREN:
Mad Hatter Tea Party: Monday, October 6th, 4:00 p.m., for ages 5-8. Free tickets distributed starting at 3:30 p.m.
Star Wars Reads Day: Friday, October 10th, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m., for ages 5-11. Free tickets distributed starting at 3:00 p.m.
Tween Craft Connection: Wednesday, October 29th, 7:00 p.m., for ages 9-11. Registration required.
Pumpkin Patch: Thursday, October 30th, 4:00 p.m., for all ages. Free tickets distributed starting at 3:30 p.m.
Parent Workshop: Every Child Ready to Read: Books for Beginners: Monday, October 20th, 7:00 p.m. Registration required.
JUST FOR TEENS:
Choctoberfest for Chocolate Lovers: Saturday, October 18th, 2:00 p.m.
Teen Read Week: Turn Dreams Into Reality, Wednesday, October 15th, 6:00 p.m.
Zombie Party: Monday, October 27th, 6:00 p.m.
Science Saturday, Animal Science with Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy Saturday, October 4th, 2:00 p.m.
ADULTS:
John Brown’s Raid with Historian Richard Gillespie: Wednesday, October 15th, 7:00 p.m.
Native Trees and Shrubs for Loudoun County Landscapes with a Master Gardener: Thursday, October 9th, 7:00 p.m.
Your Finances: How to Financially Prepare for College with Financial Planner Pamela Sams: Thursday, October 2nd at 7:00 p.m.
Job Seekers: Professional Self-Assessment with Graziella McCarron, PhD.: Tuesday, October 14th, 7:00 p.m.
I’m Too Busy to Be Well with Susan McCormick, M.S. of the Wellness Connection: Thursday, October 30th, 7:00 p.m.
Ghosts, Shades of Our Past? with Paranormal Investigator and Author Walt Gavenda: Sunday, October 12th at 2:00 p.m.
Developing Life-Long Readers: Strategies for Parents & Schools in Working with Children with Hunt Lyman, Hill School Academic Dean: Sunday, October 19th, 2:00 p.m.
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Even though there’s a lot of development in Dulles South, we aren’t the only inhabitants of the land here. There remain all kinds of animals that make their presence known in various ways, so for this month’s article I thought you might be interested in learning a little bit more about Loudoun County’s Department of Animal Services.
This is another County agency that you may not think about, until you really need them!
The Department of Animal Services is led by Director Tom Koenig and has a staff of 32 employees. The Board of Supervisors has an Animal Advisory Committee made up of residents that monitor the Department’s activities. I appointed Dr. Drew Luce of Aldie Veterinary Hospital to represent the Dulles District. In FY2013, the department received over 20,800 calls for service, issued over 23,200 dog licenses and was the beneficiary of over 5,200 volunteer hours.
There are two main areas of concentration within the department—the animal shelter itself and animal control. The shelter provides for companion animals that have been surrendered by their owners or found stray in the county. The animal shelter is currently located in the Waterford area of Loudoun County, west of Leesburg. However, the Department has outgrown the shelter and the facility is out of date and not very centrally located for much of our population. Therefore, for the last few months the Board of Supervisors has been evaluating new locations for an Animal Shelter, and we have included funding to construct a new shelter in our fiscal planning. Several sites are being considered in the Leesburg and Ashburn areas.
Pet adoption is a large part of the shelter operation. The County makes efforts to adopt any animals that are surrendered or found and not claimed. The variety of animals available ranges from the normal dogs and cats to hamsters, parakeets and even livestock such as horses and goats. The department takes part in mobile adoption events that are held throughout the County, the schedule can be found on their website provided below.
The department’s Animal Control Division enforces local and state animal laws and investigates reports of animal cruelty and vicious animals. They also maintain a lost and found animal file and issue dog licenses. This division responds when citizens report emergency issues such as animals that have been left in hot cars and dangerous wildlife. They also respond to calls for animal neglect, excessive noise and not properly disposing of waste—a common issue in densely occupied communities .
One question that I frequently see on community message boards is what to do when there is a dead or injured animal that has made its way onto private property or a roadway. Animal Control will respond to calls for injured wildlife however, if the animal is not a rabies vector and is not posing a threat they will likely refer you to a wildlife specialist in the area. Animal Control is not the entity to call if you see a dead animal. If the animal is in a public roadway you should contact VDOT at 1-800-FOR-ROAD (1-800-367-7623.) If it is in a community common area you should contact Stone Ridge Association. Of course, my office is always happy to assist in these circumstances as well, and we frequently interact with VDOT about deer in particular.
For more information, the Loudoun County Department of Animal Services can be reached online at www.loudoun.gov/animals, by phone at 703-777-0406, or by e-mail at animals@loudoun. gov. The Loudoun County Animal Shelter is located at 39820 Charles Town Pike, Waterford, VA 20197; hours of operation are available on their website.
As always, if you have questions about this or any other issue, you can reach me via e-mail at matt. [email protected] or Supervisor Matt Letourneau on Facebook.
Supervisor Matt Letourneau’s Dulles District Update Supervisor Matt Letourneau’s Dulles District UpdateET
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COUNTY DEBUTS INTERACTIVE MAP TO UPDATE PUBLIC ON ROAD CONSTRUCTION
Have you ever driven by a road or building under construction and wondered, “What’s going on with that?” Loudoun County has developed an online map and database that will provide an answer to that question, County Administrator Tim Hemstreet announced on September 3rd.
The interactive map at www.loudoun.gov/ underconstruction is designed to keep Loudoun County citizens updated on the status of the county’s capital infrastructure projects. The map allows users of the county website to check on the progress of a wide range of capital projects, including active projects in the county’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP) as well as planned projects.
The type of projects displayed on the map include roads and bridges, interchanges and intersections, sidewalks and trails, transit projects, public safety facilities, parks, schools, and more.
Users can search for information by project name or type. Clicking on a map pin will bring up a brief description of the project. The “More Info” link will provide a detailed project status report which is updated quarterly. The detailed report also provides
project contact information if you need to request additional information. There is also a “Zoom to” feature which will display road and neighborhood details.
More information, including a link to the map, is available online at www.loudoun.gov/ underconstruction
Source: www.loudoun.gov
IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING
The Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office reminds residents that if you see something, say something.
If you see a suspicious person or vehicle that you are not familiar with in your community, or if you see suspicious activity or possible vandalism, please call the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office non-emergency line at 703-777-1021. A deputy will respond to the area to determine if the person or vehicle should be in your community, or if a crime has taken place.
The Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office also reminds residents to take these steps to help deter thefts from vehicles:
• KEEP YOUR VEHICLE LOCKED. Most stolen items are taken from vehicles that are left unlocked.
• Remove all items from your vehicle, including garage door openers, when not in use. When you cannot do this, put the items out of sight (inside a lockable glove box or trunk). If your vehicle has an integrated garage door opener, please try to park your vehicle in the garage.
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• A visible GPS unit is an obvious target, but car prowlers also look for any signs that one may be inside your vehicle, such as a mount on the window or dashboard. Even the circle impression left on the windshield from the suction cup mount is enough for thieves to break-in. They assume a GPS is hidden somewhere inside. Please try to rid your unattended vehicle of all tell-tale signs. Park inside your garage, if available, and keep the garage locked. Or, try to park your vehicle near or under an illuminated area.
Residents are also encouraged to register high-dollar items such as GPS units, tablets, laptops and MP3 players with the manufacturer and have the serial number available for the responding deputy if a theft occurs. This may assist with recovering the item in the event of a larceny.
Report suspicious activity by calling 703-777-1021.
In an emergency, DIAL 911.
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October 13 Holiday (Columbus Day) October 31 End of the Grading Period
November 3-4 Student Holidays (Planning/Records/Conference Days) November 26-28 Holiday (Thanksgiving Break)
December 22-January 2 Winter Break (Classes Resume January 5) January 19 Holiday (Martin Luther King Jr. Day) January 23 End of Grading Period January 26 Moveable Student Holiday*(Planning/Records/Conference Day)
February 16 Holiday (Presidents’ Day) March 27 End of Grading Period
March 30-April 3 Holiday (Spring Break) April 6 Student Holiday (Planning/Records/Conference Day)
May 25 Holiday (Memorial Day) June 16: Last Day of School/End of Grading Period
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SEE WHAT’S HAPPENING AT ARCOLA ELEMENTARY
Arcola Elementary School is hosting their annual Fall Festival on Sunday, October 26th from 3:00-6:00 p.m.
Join us at Arcola Elementary School for a family fun day! Our activities this year include:
- Large (and small) moon bounces and obstacle courses
- Lots of new games and prizes! - Pumpkin arts and crafts - Face painting and hair coloring - Duck pond and lollipop tree - Cake walk! - Fire/ Police vehicles - Bach to Rock - Pizza, popcorn, snow cones and other
yummy food
The admission fee is $5 per child. Parents and children 2 and under are free! Wrist bands and tickets sold at the door.
Community members and businesses can have a table just for sponsoring a game or providing prizes! All donations are tax deductible and you will have your business featured in the brochure!
Please contact Myrna and Mandy if you are interested in volunteering, or would like a table [email protected].
JCHS TO HOST SAFE TEEN DRIVING CLASS
The Virginia Department of Education, in cooperation with the school divisions in Planning District 8 (Northern Virginia) have developed a presentation that focuses on the importance of parental involvement in helping teens acquire safe driving skills. This program provides parents and guardians with current information about new traffic laws, updated driving techniques, and the importance of exhibiting good driving skills as role models for the new driver in the family. These meetings are required for parents/guardians and high school students in order to receive a classroom completion card (DEC-1) in Driver Education.
John Champe High School will host the Partners for Safe Teen Driving meetings on October 15th
and November 5th. Please note that both parent and the student must attend the meeting and sit together. When you arrive, you will receive a packet of information that includes a form for you to complete to verify your attendance (please bring a pen with you). You may attend a meeting at any school if the meetings scheduled at your school are not convenient. All meetings will being promptly at 7:00 p.m. and end at approximately 8:30 p.m.
To view a full schedule, please visit www.lcps.org.
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JCHS FALL VARSITY FOOTBALL SCHEDULE DATE OPPONENT SITE TIME
October 2 Dominion Home 7:00 PM
October 10 Loudoun Valley Away 7:00 PM
October 17 *Freedom Home 7:00 PM
October 24 Loudoun County Away 7:00 PM
October 31 **Heritage Home 7:00 PM
November 7 ***Park View Home 7:00 PM
* Homecoming ** Senior Night *** Veterans night
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RIBBON CUTTING FOR MERCER MIDDLE SCHOOL EXPANSION
An 11,847-square-foot addition to Mercer Middle School was informally dedicated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony August 27, 2014.
Principal Bob Phillips, School Board member Jeff Morseand Supervisor Matt Letourneau held the oversized scissors and cut a red ribbon to celebrate the completion of the $3.5 million, nine-classroom addition.
The addition, built by Keller Brothers of Mt. Airy, MD, raises Mercer’s capacity from 1,178 students to 1,350, close to the capacity of the high school it feeds into, John Champe.
“Mercer has been the workhorse of the Dulles District for 10 years,” a school system press release quoted Morse.
He noted that Mercer has educated as many as 1,500 students at one time. Despite the size of enrollment, Morse said students never thought their school was overcrowded. Mercer’s staff made sure students thrived despite their number. “When you think about that and the size of this facility before this addition; it’s a pretty impressive feat.”
Morse also pointed out that Mercer served as an annex for the freshman class at Freedom High School when it was overcrowded before Champe’s opening. “It wasn’t overcrowded (at Mercer); everything was handled well.”
Letourneau noted that he and Morse have made expanding the number of school seats available in the Dulles District a priority since their election in 2011.
“Progress is being made slowly, but surely,” Letourneau added. “We want our staff to be able to operate in a space that is not cramped. We don’t want you to have to use closets (to teach students) and we know that’s been the case.”
Letourneau also thanked Loudoun’s taxpayers for approving the expansion through a bond referendum. “We would have found a way to fund it one way or the other, but by voting for it we were able to get it done a little more cheaply, get it done faster. That’s why we’re all standing here today.” Principal Bob Phillips paraphrased a line from “Field of Dreams” at the opening of the ceremony. “We built this and they’re coming and they’re coming fast. We’re going to be using all the classrooms rather quickly.”
Source: www.leesburgtoday.com
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THINGS TO DO October 3-5: 71st Annual Waterford Homes Tour & Craft Exhibit - The fair offers historic homes tours, 160 juried heritage craftspeople with hands-on demonstrations, activities for children, traditional music and dance, Colonial-era militia encampments, marching fife and drum corps, and Civil War re-enactors with skirmishes all weekend. Event time: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Rain or shine. Admission fee/ticket price: $15/person for advanced purchase, $17/person at the gate. Event location: The Village of Waterford. www.waterfordva.org.
October 4-5: 59th Running of the Virginia Fall Races - Drawing crowds in excess of 7,000, this outstanding equestrian event combines the thrills of steeplechase with the genteel, social atmosphere of a day in the countryside. Spectators sit in the shade of 100-year-old oak trees at the oldest continuously used race course in Virginia and experience what is called “the best view in steeplechasing.” Event time: 11:00 a.m. gates open; 1:30 p.m. post time. Admission fee/ticket price: $30/car general admission. Event location: Route 626, Foxcroft Rd, Middleburg. www.vafallraces.com.
October 10-12: Collectors` Showcase of America – Shop sports collectibles of every variety, numerous celebrity autograph guests, and the region’s best sports collectables. Event time: Friday 2:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Sunday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00
p.m. Admission fee/ticket price: Adults $8/day or $15 for weekend pass, Free for kids under 12. Event location: Dulles Expo Center, 4320 Chantilly Shopping Center, Chantilly. (540) 456-6877
October 11: Fairfax Fall Festival - The City of Fairfax would like to invite you to join in celebrating the 38th annual Fall Festival. What started out as a small market for artisans to display their wares has grown to a festival with over 400 arts, crafts, information, food & gourmet food vendors, children’s activities and three stages of music and entertainment for all ages. Event time: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Admission fee/ticket price: Free Event location: Historic Downtown Fairfax. (703) 385-7858
October 18-19: NOVA Fall Brewfest - This World Beer Experience will feature more than 40 of the world’s best breweries, plenty of delicious food to complement the craft beers and outstanding local and regional bands providing entertainment. More than 40 breweries will have beers to sample including seven breweries new to the Northern Virginia BrewFest. Event time: 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Admission fee/
ticket price: $25 for advanced tickets, $35 at door, Special discounts for Designated Drivers and children). Event location: 7700 Bull Run Drive, Centreville. www.novabrewfest.com
October 22-26: Washington West Film Festival - “Story can change the world” is Washington West’s mantra. Selected films - with their diverse genres and themes - are the medium from which our audiences are invited to enter the world of story themselves. This is accomplished when 100% of Washington West’s box office net proceeds are given each year to projects committed to alleviating hunger, disease, displacement, or poor education around the world. Event time: Times may vary, check website for details. Admission fee/ticket price: Check website for details. Event location: Bow Tie Cinemas, 11940 Market St, Reston. wwfilmfest.com
October 25: Air and Scare - See the spooky side of air and space at our annual Halloween event! Arrive in costume for safe indoor trick-or-treating, creepy crafts, spooky science experiments, and other Halloween-themed activities. The tiniest visitors can check out the Tot Zone to play dress-up and hear a story. Air & Scare is fun for the whole family! Event time: 2:00 – 7:00 p.m. Admission fee/ticket price: $15 for parking. Event location: Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center, 14390 Air & Space Museum Way, Chantilly. (703) 572-4118.
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CHESS COACH IN STONE RIDGE Coach Joseph is an experienced chess coach and a licensed public school teacher in Virginia who offers quality chess lessons to students ages 5 years and older both after-school and weekend classes. Kids will learn from classic and modern games using a highly-structured CHESS CURRICULUM. This time-tested curriculum covers all levels from beginners right through U.S. Class-A level. Call 703-577-2320 or visit http://www.vcchesskids.com/
INDEPENDENT THIRTY-ONE CONSULTANT Through its independent sales consultants, Thirty-One offers a wide variety of “giftable” products including signature purses, totes, and other storage solutions, that help organize your life. Did I mention these make great gifts? Visit my website for more information at www.mythirtyone.com/548076.
SUPERIOR LANDSCAPING, INC Family Owned and Operated since 1985. Specialize in Landscape Renovations and Paver walkways, patios & walls; Machine Grading/Lawn Extension; Drainage issues resolved; Spring Clean-Ups. Excellent Refs & Free Estimates. www.superiorlandscaping.net or 703-830-8800.
RAINBOW CHILD CARE 25136 Boomerang Terrace, Stone Ridge 20105 . Mom and Daycare teacher with more than 20 years of experience offers clean structured program with indoor / out door activities for ages 0 - 7 yrs. Part/ Full time care also available on weekends. For registration call: 703-344-3731 ,703-889-7737 or check us out at Rainbowdaycare.com
PIANO LESSONS Piano lessons available in Sterling, Ashburn, and Leesburg. Piano teacher with 20+ years experience teaching. Lessons offered in my studio or your home. Please call 571-375-2653. Annual Recital and National Guild Participation. No contract required.
GLOBITOYA BALLOONS Free Balloon delivery to all Stone Ridge. Decorate your next party no matter the size. Let us be part of your next special celebration, sent a balloon bouquet or enhance your business. We are here for ALL your balloon needs. Let us do all the work, we bring balloons to your door. WWW.GLOBITOYA.COM (703)-864-5965 [email protected]
GET FIT NOW Affordable, certified personal fitness training in your home! Get fit now with my 23+ years’ experience to make you your best! Sculpt, tone, strengthen, promote flexibility! Individualized programs; weight loss/nutritional guidance; pre-natal/post-partum; yoga/Pilates; all ages/fitness levels. Safe and effective. Equipment provided. Free phone consultation and special intro offer! Stephanie Gotfried (703)542-2595; stephaniegotfried@ verizon.net; fitnesstogova.com.
FIFI’S CREATIVE KIDS CENTER Affordable rates that include meals/snacks. Safe, fun, caring and learning environment. On-site camera for your peace of mind, 13+ Years of Experience. 703-625-1462, Fifi@ FifisCreativeKidsCenter.com, FifisCreativeKidsCenter.com
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INFORMATION
TRASH REMINDERS
TRASH PICKUP SCHEDULE: Trash: Mondays and Thursdays Recyclables: Thursdays Yard Waste: Thursdays
For acceptable recycling, please visit: www.american-disposal.com
Contact American Disposal Services at 703-368-0500 or visit www.american-disposal.com
Please remember to bring your trash toter in and store it properly out of plain view after trash pick-up. Toters must be stored in the garage or trash enclosure for single family homes and in either the garage or trash ‘cubby’ in townhouses. As stated in the Amended & Restated Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions, Article 10.2(i) “trash containers shall not be permitted to remain in public view from Community Area or another lot except on days of collection”
Please place an identifying mark on your toter so it can be easily found if it blows into another yard.
ASSOCIATION FEES
MAIL ASSOCIATION PAYMENTS WITH COUPON TO:
Stone Ridge Association c/o SFMC P.O. Box 66571 Phoenix, AZ 85802
All Assessment Payments are Due on the 1st of Each Month
2014 ADVERTISEMENT RATES
Classified (Resident) - $10, Classified (Non-resident) - $25, Business Card - $75, Quarter Page (B&W) - $140, Quarter Page (Color) - $200, Half Page (B&W) - $250, Half Page (Color) - $350, Full Page (B&W) - $400, Full Page (Color) - $625.
Discounts are available for quarter page, half page, and full page ads.
All ads must be received by the 10th of the month for the following month’s publication. Ads will not be placed until payment is received; only checks written to Stone Ridge Association, Inc. will be accepted for payment. Ads must be submitted electronically to [email protected] in .jpg or .pdf format with a minimum 300 dpi resolution and in the exact dimensions specified for the ad size purchased.
Contact Information: [email protected] 24605 Stone Carver Drive Stone Ridge VA 20105 703-327-5179
Disclaimer: Display ads are paid advertisements and do not reflect endorsement by the Stone Ridge Association. The Stone Ridge Association, the Board of Directors, staff and members, nor Developer, make any representations as to the validity or qualifications of any advertiser.
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24605 Stone Carver Drive, Stone Ridge, VA 20105 STONE RIDGE ASSOCIATION INC. [email protected] www.srnet.cc Office: 703-327-5179 Fax: 703-542-2811
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HOURS OF OPERATION Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Wednesdays 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
CLUBHOUSE AND FITNESS CENTER (WITH KEY CARD) Sunday - Saturday 5:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS President ......................................... Denise Harrover Vice President.................................. Bill Deal Secretary ......................................... Beverly Conner Treasurer ......................................... Mike Rhodes Director ........................................... Frank Gorli Director ........................................... Mark McIntosh Director ........................................... Leslie Lewis
STAFF General Manager ............................. Carol Teigen, PCAM Facilities & Grounds Manager ......... Guy McNeil Covenants Administrator ................. Erik Berndt Community Services Coordinator .... Stephanie Berry Events Coordinator .......................... Edit Sherry Administrative Assistant ................. Michael Cumberland Saturday Staff ................................. Anne Fox
COMMITTEES Activities: Alton Bryant .................................... 703-327-5179 Communications: Jeff Messinger.................................. 703-327-5179 ARC: Nathan Tubbs .......................... 703-327-5179 Covenants: Dave Greenwalt ............ 703-327-5179
OTHER CONTACTS SFMC (Assessment) ......................... 703-392-6006
Ext. 218 FirstService Residential (Condo Management) ..................... 703-385-1133 Van Metre Customer Care ............... 703-348-5806 Allegra Print & Imaging.................... 703-378-0020 Franklin Electric ............................... 540-752-9890 Mailboxes Plus ................................. 703-753-5521
EMERGENCIES............................DIAL 911
NON-EMERGENCIES Dulles Urgent Care Center ............... 703-542-7921 Arcola Pleasant Valley Fire............... 703-327-2222 INOVA Loudoun Hospital ................. 703-858-6000 Poison Control Hotline .................... 800-222-1222 Loudoun County Sheriff’s Dept. ......703-777-1021 Deputy Roy Ortutay, Community Resource Officer .......... 571-246-4165
SCHOOLS Arcola Elementary ........................... 703-957-4390 Mercer Middle................................. 703-957-4340 Freedom High .................................. 703-957-4300 John Champe High School ............... 703-722-2680
LOUDOUN COUNTY Animal Control................................. 703-777-0406 Animal Emergency Hospital............. 703-777-5755 Board of Supervisors ....................... 703-777-0204 Building and Development .............. 703-777-0397 Building Inspections ........................ 703-777-0220 Dulles South Multipurpose Center ..571-258-3456 Library – Stone Ridge....................... 571-258-3838 Library – Ashburn ............................ 703-737-8100 Parks & Recreation .......................... 703-777-0343 Post Office – Aldie ........................... 703-327-6975 Post Office – Chantilly...................... 703-961-9419 United States Postal Service.........1-800-ASK-USPS School Board Administration ........... 703-771-6400 Transit & Commuter Services .......... 703-777-0280 Treasurer ......................................... 703-777-0380 Voter Registration............................ 703-777-0380 Vehicle Registration ......................... 703-777-0260
UTILITIES Cable TV – Comcast ......................... 800-266-2278 FiOS – Verizon.................................. 888-438-3467 Gas – Washington Gas..................... 703-750-1000 Gas – Washington Gas (Emergency)....800-752-7520 Electric – NOVEC .............................. 888-335-0500 Miss Utility.............................811 or 800-552-7001 Telephone – Verizon ........................ 800-483-4000 Trash/Recycling – American Disposal........................... 703-368-0500 Loudoun Water................................ 571-291-7880
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ARC Applications Due 1
Unapproved Modification Fee Begins
Communications Committee Meeting
7:30 p.m. (Conference Room)
2 3 4 Farmers’ Market
9:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. (Library)
5 6 Candidate Petition
for Board of Directors Due
(Association Office)
7 Activities
Committee Meeting 7:30 p.m.
(Conference Room)
8 Architectural Review Committee Meeting
7:00 p.m. (Conference Room)
9 10 11 Farmers’ Market
9 a.m.- 1 p.m. (Library)
Shocktoberfest 5:00 – 9:00 p.m.
(Clubhouse & Event Lawn)
12 13 14 15 ARC
Applications Due
16 Amber Springs Board of Directors Meeting
7:00 p.m. (Activities Room)
17 18 Stone Ridge 5K Race
for Education 9:00 a.m.
(Millstream Drive)
19 20 StoneSprings
Board of Directors Meeting 7:30 p.m.
(Activities Room)
21 Stone Ridge
Board of Directors Meeting 6:00 p.m.
(Conference Room)
Covenants 22Committee 6:30 p.m.
(Conference Room)
Architectural Review Committee 7:00 p.m.
(Conference Room)
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26 27 28 29 Halloween
Decorating Contest 7:00 p.m.
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Halloween
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