MANAGERS UPDATE News from the desk of HOA General Manager
NOVEMBER TREE PLANTING
FALL PHOTO CONTEST
Go Green and SOLVE looking for tree planting volunteers
View the entries to the fall photo contest
pinnacle press NOVEMBER•2012
“ autumn deer”, winner of forest heights fall photo contest
Forest Heights Homeowners Association
fall colors PHOTO CONTEST
2033 NW Miller Road Portland, Oregon 97229 Phone: 503.297.9400 Fax: 503.297.9408 Office Hours: Monday—Friday 9:00 am—5:00 pm Email: contactus@fhhoa.com
Vision Statement To create and foster excellence in community, environment and quality of life. 1
Board of Directors | 2012-2013 Mark Sanzone—President Heather Gaitan—Vice President Stuart Roberts—Secretary Don Bielen—Treasurer Greg Maletic Mary Shuhert Kyle Abraham
Association Staff Jennifer Callaghan—General Manager email: jcallaghan@fhhoa.com
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Judith Souers—Office Administrator email: jsouers@fhhoa.com Molly McManus Oliver—Compliance Coordinator email: moliver@fhhoa.com Kimberly Monaco—Marketing, Communications & Event Coordinator email: kmonaco@fhhoa.com Richard Metzger—Maintenance Supervisor Juan Guerrero—Maintenance Team 3
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hanks to everyone who submitted photos to the First Annual Forest Heights Fall Photo Contest! Our judges were impressed with the photographic talent of our community members. All entries submitted were by ‘hobbyist photographers’. The winner of this year’s contest is George Wu. Here’s what George had to say about his photo: “When I came home from Hood River one day, I saw those two deer wondering around in our backyard. I quickly grabbed my camera and took a few snapshots. It was foggy day with a little sunshine and the yard was full of fall foliage.”
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Kenneth Dixon
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Jocelyn Pascall
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Jennifer Dame
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Ole Dame
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Mike Straiko
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Mary Grout
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Leigh Anne Rettinger
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Jocelyn Pascall
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Lawrence Slobin
10. Bushan Chitler 11. Claudia Sanzone 12. Jennifer Mills
We will be running this contest again in 2013, so now is a great time to start collecting fall photos for next years contest!
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Photo Credits
13. Lillian Nipoti 14. HOA Staff
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PRESIDENT’S CORNER
FROM YOUR BOARD PRESIDENT
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ell the best summer weather on record has come to an end and we are now fully into the rainy season. The good news is the Mill Pond dredging project was completed before the rain started. This project was completed on time and on budget with no major problems. I want to thank all the HOA staff and committee members who made this happen, and I especially want to thank all the homeowners near Mill Pond park who were most impacted by all the trucks and noise during this project. We can now all enjoy the results of this project and be relieved that we won't have to go through this again for another fifteen to twenty years. On Saturday November 3rd at 10:00 am we will have our official "ribbon cutting" ceremony to celebrate the reopening of the pond. Coffee and snacks will be provided so why not
take a morning stroll and join us? If you have been to the pond you should have noticed some new features:
• A new concrete block wall was
• There are two new air bubblers
• The weir was repaired, making it
near the creek inflows to help oxygenate the water coming into the pond
• A new fountain was installed and is in full operation. This fountain replaces the original fountain that was in place years ago and will aid in water circulation and oxygenation
• A new shed was built to house the mechanical and electrical equipment that runs the fountain and air bubblers
installed on the east side to prevent erosion and provide greater stabilization
easier to monitor the flow of water coming out of the pond during extreme rains The outcome of all this work is that the water quality in the pond has greatly improved. Less sediment in the pond and more air coming into the water should result in increased fish and wildlife over time, as well as a much improved visual appearance. Next year we hope to start some improvements on “Tract R” (the east side of the pond) to further enhance the park environment.
• Large logs were anchored on the south bank to provide better wildlife habitat and reduce shore erosion.
~ Mark Sanzone, FHHOA Board President ~
Upcoming FHHOA Board Meeting: Tuesday, November 13th All board meetings take place at 6:00 pm on the second Tuesday of each month at the HOA office. Homeowners are welcome to attend! This photo, taken just a week ago, showcases the new fountain and concrete “ultra block” wall that were installed during the Mill Pond dredging project. Be sure to stop by the park and check out the completed project. Page 4
Mark Your Calendar: Santa Clause is coming to Forest Heights
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ark your calendars for
Saturday, December 8th for milk, cookies and photos with Santa. While this year’s holiday event will be scaled down, Santa couldn’t let balance sheets keep him from hearing what’s on the minds and wish lists of your little ones.
Date: Saturday, December 8th Time: Noon to 2:00 pm Location: Kaer Property Group Office Be sure to check the December newsletter for more information about activities taking place during Santa’s visit.
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FROM THE MANAGERS DESK
Happy Fall Forest Heights! Here is this month’s update from the general manager’s desk:
Budget/Reserves With the Mill Pond project now complete, our planning for next year has begun. For the past couple of months, we have been busy preparing and reviewing all financial activity in order to put together the 2013 Operating Budget. This, too, is about to wind down as the Board plans to vote to approve the proposed budget on November 13th. Once this is done, we will be preparing our annual notice of assessments and invoices as usual. You should expect to see these around December 1st. Included in the budget, as it has in the past, is a portion that is allocated toward Replacement Reserves. This allocation is set aside each year to fund future major repairs and replacement. As you can imagine, now that we have dredged Mill Pond, we have experienced one important purpose of setting aside money in this account. Hopefully, when the time comes for this to be done again, we will be able to fund the project again without a special assessment.
In addition to Mill Pond remediation, there are other elements that are planned for through this fund including light fixtures, signage, fencing, major irrigation components, walkways, and many other common area components. The allocation itself is determined annually by reviewing a reserve study. Every three years, the outside firm Schwindt and Company visits Forest Heights and physically inspects all common area components and double checks our plan for repair or replacement. During this process, we also double check our numbers to make sure we are on track with the expected future cost. The future cost is typically computed by taking the current estimate and adding in an anticipated inflation increase each year until the item is planned to be replaced/repaired. Schwindt determines our annual allocation by making sure that for the next thrity years, we will have sufficient funds to complete all of these projects at their expected cost. As you can imagine, this allocation is expected to rise annually in order to keep up with inflation of our expenses. Regardless of these increases, however, the overall assessment has stayed the continued next page
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same. In other words, the cost to manage and operate Forest Heights on a day to day basis has continued to decrease so that reserves can increase. This is a direct reflection of management, the Board, and the committees working together to continue to find ways to reduce expenses through efficiencies, volunteer commitments, and collaboration. Hopefully, we can continue to improve in this way and others.
Paperless Billing & Owner Update Information Speaking of budget, billing, and efficiencies, this year we are going to offer “paperless billing�. In your notice/invoice that you will receive
the end of this month, there will be a pre-printed form with the information we have gathered for you over the years – email addresses, phone numbers, alternate addresses, etc. On that form, you will have the option to sign up for paperless billing. Simply verify the information on the pre-printed form (especially your email address), make any changes necessary, select the option for paperless billing, and return the form to us. Even if you do not wish to receive invoices electronically, please take a moment to verify the information in our files.
Vandalism at Mill Pond As some of you may already be aware, we have been experiencing
vandalism at Mill Pond for the past few weeks. On two separate occasions, a vehicle (or two) has driven onto the grass and caused major circular ruts in the grass. Because of the extent of the damage, this has cost Forest Heights money. If anyone has any information that can help us recover these expenses, please let us know. Further, if you happen to be in the area and see a car entering or leaving the park grounds, please call the police and jot down the license plate number. Your help is greatly appreciated! ~Jennifer Callaghan, FHHOA General Manager~
FROM THE GO GREEN COMMITTEE
The Social Conundrum Definition of the word social: to live with others in a community. Definition of the phrase social trail: an unauthorized trail that does not contribute to community. As you walk the FHHOA trails, you may notice signs of volunteer and FHHOA staff restoration efforts in the common areas. Large infestations of Armenian blackberry, invasive holly and non-native hawthorn trees are being removed and replaced with native plants. FHHOA staff and Go Green volunteers are working to complete watershed restoration tasks included in our $10,000 West Multnomah Soil and Water District (WMSWCD) “FISH” grant (Financial Incentives for Sustainable Habitats). One of the remaining tasks in the grant is to close and restore two “social” trails on FHHOA property. Although establishing a social trail by a private property owner may seem fun and harmless, in reality, unauthorized trails formed by people and dogs in FHHOA common areas create water quality issues, erosion
problems and increased landscape maintenance costs for all FHHOA residents. Since social trails are not planned or maintained, they become a prime location for invasive species to grow and result in more soil erosion. The social trails slated for closure in the FISH grant connect to Coyote Creek and Deer Run trails. These two trail areas were highlighted for restoration by WMSWCD urban conservationists because they are among the most pristine natural areas in the Forest Heights trail system. During the winter months, Coyote Creek and Deer Run unauthorized trails will be restored with native plantings and marked with signage to educate residents about the social trail closure process. We hope you will take an opportunity travel these trails and enjoy a chance to view a lovely array of native plant and bird species. Happy trails to you!
~ Susan Weedall, Go Green Committee Chair ~
Now taking holiday pie orders! Order you holiday pies before the rush! Contact Mary at: 503.297.5010
Social trails that lead from a private residence into HOA common areas create water quality and erosion problems, plus add additional maintenance costs for all FHHOA residents. These trails also become a prime location for invasive species to grow, which also results in additional soil erosion.
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Upcoming Community Events Mill Pond Re-Opening Date: Saturday, November 3, 2012 Time: 10:00 am Location: Mill Pond Park
Go Green Tree Planting Date: Saturday, November 3, 2012 Time: 9:00 am—12:00 pm Location: Upper Wetlands Trail Entrance Mill Pond Rd & Brittney Court
FHHOA Office Closure The FHHOA Office will be closed on Thursday, November 24th and Friday November 25th in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday
Help Reforest Forest Heights! Forest Heights Homeowners Association and the Go Green Committee, in partnership with SOLVE and the West Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District, will be continuing efforts to improve the natural common areas adjacent to the Forest Heights Common Area trail system. For the past year, the joint effort of these groups has gone towards the removal of invasive species, and subsequent planting of natives, along the Wetlands Creek Trail and common area. Please join us on Saturday, November 3rd, for the ongoing restoration of Cedar Mill Creek, a tributary of the Tualatin River. Focus will be on planting native trees and shrubs to prevent erosion and provide for wildlife habitat.
Santa at the Village Center Date: Saturday, December 8, 2012 Time: 12:00—2:00 pm Location: Kaer Property Group at the
When: Saturday, November 3rd Time: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm Where: Upper Wetlands Trail Entrance Mill Pond Rd. & Brittney Ct.
Village Center
Calling All Readers We at the Forest Heights Starbucks think the best way to get through a wet Oregon winter is in front of the fireplace with a good book...and we hope you’ll agree! If you’re interested in helping us start a community book club (or just need another excuse to drink lattes) stop by the store and fill out an interest form. We’ll announce our first book and meeting time here in next month’s newsletter.
Volunteer requirements: Minimum age 6 and up. Please wear sturdy shoes and long pants. Gloves, tools, snacks and coffee (courtesy of the Forest Heights Starbucks) will be supplied.
REGISTER HERE
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News from the City of Portland: Construction Impacts to NW Skyline Blvd A contractor for the Portland Water Bureau has begun preliminary work to construct a 1.3 million gallon water storage tank and a 1,408 square foot pump station. The concrete cylindrical tank will be located underground on City property off NW Skyline Blvd. near NW Hawkins Blvd. Construction is slated for completion in summer 2013. The Forest Park Low Reservoir Project will safely place the 73-foot in diameter structure to a depth of approximately 41 feet. There will be no planned interruption of your water service during this work. After construction, the site will be replanted with native grasses. The tank is needed to better serve the current and future water needs of residents living at higher elevations in the area. It will also help to improve water capacity for emergency fire protection.
During construction, there will be intermittent street work to install pipes to connect to existing pipelines. The work will affect the intersection of NW Skyline Blvd. at NW Hawkins Blvd. This work will require that traffic be channeled into one lane around the work zone from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. Electronic message signs will provide notice of the dates. Traffic will be managed through flaggers and safety barriers are required. All traffic lanes will be open when no work is underway. Motorists are encouraged to plan alternate routes to avoid delay. There may be noticeable construction noise from heavy vehicles and machinery working on the bluff. There will be a dump truck and cement mixer truck traffic on NW Skyline Blvd. Typically, work hours are 7:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. For more information, contact Public Information staff at 503-823-6926, or visit: portlandoregon.gov/water. Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we work to improve the city’s century old water system.
WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD? Come find out:
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Thursday, November 15th
Time:
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Location:
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COMPLIANCE CORNER
IS YOUR HOME P R E PA R E D F O R WINTER?
FHHOA International Fall Festival
Colder nights are here and it won’t be long before winter weather arrives. Taking a few minutes now to weatherize your home can help prevent weather related problems later
Outdoors
Indoors
• Disconnect hoses from hose bibs. Drain and store
• Have your furnace professionally inspected and main-
hoses. Most hose-bibs in Forest Heights are frost-free, meaning they don’t need to be drained, but depending on the age of your home, your hose bib may need to be shut off and drained. All hose bibs can benefit from freeze-proof Styrofoam covers.
• Turn off the water supply to your sprinkler system and consider having the system professionally blown out.
• Clear gutters and downspouts of debris. • Close foundation vents. Once predictions of frost start, close the vents and leave them sealed until spring.
• Check weather stripping and caulking around doors and windows to minimize heat loss.
• Put your yard to bed. Some plants require fall pruning; fertilize your lawn with a winter fertilizer. Don’t forget to clean and store your yard tools. Replace damaged or broken fence posts before the ground freezes. Strong winter winds can blow down unsupported fences.
tained; regularly replace furnace filters.
• If you have a wood-burning fireplace, have the chimney cleaned and inspected.
• Replace batteries in smoke detectors. Test all detectors to make sure they are functioning properly.
• Install a carbon monoxide detector with battery back-up on every level of your home.
Frigid Weather Precautions • When temperatures are below freezing, keep a few faucets dripping. Turn both hot and cold faucets on, as hot water lines freeze first.
• Know where your water shut off is located, so that if a pipe does burst you can turn off your home’s water supply until the pipe can be repaired. This shut off is located near the water meter, usually at the front of the house.
• If you leave town during extreme weather, make sure to leave the thermostat set at 60 degrees, and ask a neighbor to check on your home. ~ Molly Oliver, FHHOA Compliance Coordinator ~
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CAN YOUR DOG DO THIS? If so, we probably wouldn’t have to write this article
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he Association office has recently noted an uptick in the number of complaints about pet owners not picking up after their pets. Residents have expressed displeasure and frustration in regularly finding animal feces in their yard and on their property. As a friendly reminder, Forest Heights CC&R’s Section 6.4 state: “Any inconvenience, damage or unpleasantness caused by such pets shall be the responsibility of the respective owners thereof.” Picking up your pet’s waste isn’t just a neighborly courtesy, it’s the law. Multnomah County requires pet owners to immediately remove pet waste from any public area. In addition to these neighborly and legal reasons to pick up after a pet, there are serious environmental considerations: pet waste is a major source of bacterial contamination in urban watersheds across the country. In 1991, dog poop was named an environmental pollutant and placed in the same health category as petroleum and toxic chemicals by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Allowing pet waste to remain in a yard or on a sidewalk increases the problem—the longer dog waste stays on the ground, the greater the chance for contamination. Bacteria, worms and other parasites thrive in waste until it’s washed away into the water supply. Ringworm, roundworm, salmonella and giardia can all be found in dog feces and can be easily transferable to people through contact.
Forest Heights makes waste pick up convenient. Forty strategic locations within our community, including most trailheads, offer “mutt mitt” stations with both bags and covered trash receptacles to dispose of waste. If you are not sure where the station nearest your home is located, feel free to contact Molly Oliver, FHHOA Compliance Coordinator, by phone at 503-297-9400. Pet owners, please do your part to maintain the livability of our community by cleaning up after your pets. Your neighbors thank you in advance for leaving their yards the way you found them. ~ Molly Oliver, FHHOA Compliance Coordinator ~
Where to find Mutt Mitts in Forest Heights? Mutt Mitt stations are located throughout Forest Heights, mainly at the trail heads of each of the eight walking trails in the neighborhood. There are also three Mutt Mitt stations at Mill Pond Park and one at Forest Park Elementary. The HOA is currently working on a map of all Mutt Mitt locations. If you would like a copy of this map, please email: kmonaco@fhhoa.com and one will be sent to you.
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Halloween Fun at the Village Center!
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hanks to everyone who came to the Annual Halloween Party at the Village Center! This year’s party was a big success thanks to the combined efforts of the Forest Heights HOA, the Village Center merchants, the Oregon Humane Society and Forest Heights Vet. Events at this year’s party included an old-fashioned photo booth, pet costume contest, kids obstacle course, gift basket raffles, free pumpkin lattes, blood pressure screenings, hot apple cider and fresh popcorn. DJ Mike and Frankenstein kept the evening going with a great selection of music. Special thanks go out to the owners of the Village Center for hosting this annual event. We hope you enjoy these photos from this year’s Halloween party. If you’re in one of these pictures and would like the digital file, email kmonaco@fhhoa.com.
FROM THE HOA OFFICE
SEMI ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS WILL SOON BE IN THE MAIL Be on the lookout for your Forest Heights Homeowners Association assessment, due to arrive in the next few weeks. Please review your payment options below, or simply drop off your payment at the HOA office located at 2033 NW Miller Road. Want to simplify your payments? Sign up for ACH and let the HOA deduct your payments automatically!
OPTION 1 (PREFERRED METHOD) ACH DRAFT Complete a Forest Heights ACH form and we’ll deduct your payments automatically from your chosen account on January 20th and July 20th of each year. Download ACH form
OPTION 4 ONLINE PAYMENT Set up a one time payment using MasterCard, American Express or Discover or eCheck, or set up a recurring payment via the association’s bank. When the SmartStreet web page loads, choose one of the following options and complete the online instructions.
OPTION 2 US MAIL Write a check payable to Forest Heights HOA, and mail it along with your payment coupon to the address listed on the coupon. Important: Write your account number on your check as it appears on your statement. Please allow 5 to 7 business days for check to reach SmartStreet.
OPTION 3
For any of the above options, you will need to enter your account number, which will be shown on your statement. There is a $9.95 convenience if you pay via a credit card. Mastercard, American Express and Discover are accepted. VISA IS NOT ACCEPTED
YOUR BANK’S ONLINE BILL PAY Please complete your bank’s online bill-pay set up with the following information: Payee Forest Heights HOA PO Box 105007 | Atlanta, GA 30348-5007 (888) 705-0600
NOTE: You will need a login ID to set up a recurring payment which can be obtained by selecting “Register Now” and completing the online form. After you login, enter “Forest Heights Homeowners Association” and enter the instructions on the screen for payment.
Account Number: Enter as it appears on your statement
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Street light out? Report it to the City of Portland using their easy, online form
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ave you noticed the street lights on your street flickering on and off? Or have you seen lights that are completely out? If so, the City of Portland has launched an online form for the reporting of such issues. To use the online form to report a street light issue, you’ll need the following information: •
Nearest address to problem street light
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Confirm whether light is out completely or cycling on and off, if the light is on during the day or if the light is damaged
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Map # and/or pole #, which is found on the Pole Tag, a three inch round metal plate on the Street Light pole located at about eye level (NOTE: There may not be a Pole Tag)
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Your name, email address (optional) and phone number for verification purposes only
Live on a private street? If you live on a private street and are experiencing any street light issues, call them in to the HOA office at: 503.297.9400 or let us know via email: contactus@fhhoa.com. We’ll need to know the address closest to the problem light.
Lost and Found Have you ever lost or found an item in Forest Heights? If so, check in with the Forest Heights Homeowners Association office in the Village Center. If you’ve found an item, please drop it off at the HOA office. Office hours are Monday - Friday, 9am to 5pm and if that doesn’t work for you, we have a mail slot in our door. If the item fits the 2 “ x 11” slot, just put it through. If you’ve lost an item, send an email to contactus@fhhoa.com describing what you’ve lost. You never know what might turn up!
BABYSITTING BABYSITTER Responsible 12 year old girl available for babysitting in the Forest Heights Neighborhood. I am Red Cross-certified and love kids! Call Abby at 503-292-7744. BABYSITTING SERVICE Hello! My name is Jarrett Gold, I am 16, and a sophomore at Lincoln High School. I am Red Cross certified and can take care of any age group of children. I can also take care of any pets or other things needed. I am very responsible and I have had past experience taking care of children and feel very confident in doing so. I was a counselor at outdoor school and took care of children for a week. I had a lot of fun and built leadership skills. I can also help tutor children with their schooling if needed. I can babysit children during the week or weekends. With summer coming up, I am free anytime, and am willing to take any time slots. I enjoy children and I am eager to help take care of them. You can contact me at 503-922-9900. Thank you! BABYSITTING SERVICE My name is Kendall and am 13 years old. I live in Forest Heights and an Red Cross CPR certified. My parents will drive me to residences in the neighborhood. I can be reached at 503-780-1890/503-706-0348, and charge $5.00/hr. Babysitter, Petsitter and/or House-sitter for Hire! I am exactly what you're looking for! I promise! My name is Jamie Huggins and I live up here off Devoto. I have about 3 years experience with other families (including nannying for one of them for about a year) and I also have 4 younger siblings that I've helped raise over the years. I have many of my own pets including a dog and a ferret:). I am 20 years old, I drive and have my own car (a safe Jeep Cherokee). I am currently studying business administration at PCC Rock Creek, however I do have flexible hours. I am willing to watch any age (child and/or pet) I’m able to drive to and from practices/school/doctors appointments-whatever you need. I can also cook. I charge a flat rate of 12/hr (unless you have upwards of 10 babies, then my rate might go up ;D). We can negotiate for pet and house-sitting rates. I have great references that can be provided upon request! Fun and outgoing! Stern but kind. I love both kids and animals more than you can imagine!! The best way to contact me is through e-mail: jamiehuggins@hotmail.com. I usually respond within the hour. Hope to hear from you soon! BABYSITTER/PET SERVICES AVAILABLE Hi my name is Haley and I am a sophomore in high school. I am offering babysitting and pet services. I am Red Cross certified for CPR. I have been a camp counselor for ages 2-12, a mother’s helper for a 1 year old, and a sitter for school age children. My parents are available to drive me anywhere in the neighborhood. I love kids and am very patient with them! I currently charge $10 per hour. My pet services are as follows: Grooming and sitting. Grooming would be available at my own home where a grooming center is available. I currently charge $20 per full day/night sitting and grooming cost varies by size and coat length. References are available. Email: sunrisepetcare@hotmail.com or call 503.863.6673 Responsible, Fun Babysitter Available I am an 8th grader at ACCESS Academy and I am Red Cross Certified. I have 2 years of experience and love kids of all ages. I'm also good with pets, and can help kids with their homework. I'm also able to cook meals. My rate is $5 per hour for one child, additional rates available upon request. I have excellent references available upon request. Call 503-291-1249 or email me at katherine.m.renner@gmail.com. Babysitter--Certified, Reliable, Fun! Hi! I'm Julia Renner, a junior at St. Mary's Academy, and I have 6 years' experience babysitting as well as working with kids at camp. I am Red Cross CPR/First Aid certified and excellent with all ages as well as families with pets, and am also able to do housework/chores. Flexible rates; outstanding references available upon request. Call (503) 291-1249 or email juliarenner@comcast.net. Babysitter Hunting? Got one or more 1-6 year olds? Look no further! My name is Claire Jackson, I’m a sophomore at Lincoln High School, and I am here to tell you your kids are safe in my hands. But there’s no reason for you to trust me on the spot, so don’t be shy to call me at the phone number indicated at the bottom of the advertisement. Living in Forest Heights makes for easy access to any one of your homes, so don’t be shy to call me last minute late Saturday night, as long as you call I will do my best to make it over to your house just in time to make it to that movie you were dying to see. Yours truly, Claire Jackson (503) 803-7881 BABYSITTING Tess Pauken, babysitting, age 13, Red Cross certified, $5.00/hr., Responsible & reliable. Contact:503-297-4007 or email: camoritz26@gmail.com EXPERIENCED NANNY Experienced nanny for many families in Forest Heights. Flexible availability. Reliable transportation and perfect driving record. Many references. Part time preferable. Phone Jocelyn at: 503-459-9443.
PET/PLANT CARE PET CARE Responsible 12 year old girl who loves to care for your pets. I am available to walk, play with, feed or care for while you are at work or away. All types of animals, birds or fish are acceptable. Please call to schedule your pet care. Manoy 503-203-1787 PET CARE / PLANT WATERING Responsible 13 and 16 year old brothers will provide excellent nurture for your pets and plants. In the last five years we have cared for numerous neighborhood pets, watered an abundance of vegetation and provided many dogs a daily walk. References available. Call Reid or Trent at: 503-203-1491
Experienced Pet and Plant Sitter Very responsible 13 year old girl with lots of experience. I can walk, feed and play with, clean up after and care for your pets. I have lived with cats, dogs, hamsters, fish and snails and have taken care of cats, dogs, guinea pigs, birds, fish and many other animals. I will also water plant. I have excellent references available upon request. Call 503.291.1249 or email katherine.m.renner@gmail.com PET CARETAKER Hello, my name is Emily Wu! I'm a Junior at Lincoln High School, and am extremely fond of animals. I would love to care for your pet (or that precious hydrangea!) while you are away. I have two dogs myself, and a lot of experiences with pets. I charge low rates, and will shower your animal with lots of loving. You can contact me at (503-490-9543) or email me at emilywui@gmail.com. PET/PLANT CARE I am a responsible 14 year old boy in the neighborhood. I will attend Lincoln High School next year. If you need help while you are away I can watch your animals or water plants. Please call Nick at 503.793.4169 or 503.939.3028.
TUTORING TUTORING Tutoring, all ages, Math, English, French, SAT prep, homework help for learning challenged. Experienced certified teacher. I travel to you. Excellent Forest Heights references. Please contact Sarah at sarahwannell@hotmail.com or 503 313 1216 CERTIFIED READING THERAPIST Private sessions to improve your child's reading skills. Call for information or to schedule an evaluation. Caren 503-327-8046 or cbcohen@hotmail.com MATH LESSONS Math lessons: Experienced math teacher (all levels) with Bachelors degree in math. Please contact Aya at: 971-227-0555 HEBREW TUTOR Hebrew lessons: Native Hebrew speaker experienced in Hebrew teaching. Please contact Aya at: 971-227-0555
MUSIC GUITAR LESSONS Classically trained guitarist now accepting new students; can teach any style of guitar Friendly, enthusiastic and easy going Forest Heights resident.. Open to teaching theory to non-guitarists. Music reading taught to every student, any age and skill welcome. Rates available upon request.. Rory Kenner (360) 510-0096 rory.kenner@gmail.com LOOKING TO LIVEN UP YOUR NEXT DINNER OR COCKTAIL PARTY? Pianist available to play background music for your next event. Genre of music can be discussed. Has had 11+ years of piano experience. References available upon request. $50/hr. Christina Seung 503.320.4296 Email: christinabean13@gmail.com DRUM LESSONS .Accomplished, studious high school student (junior) offering lessons in home studio; 2 drum sets for teach and follow instruction and recording equipment to monitor progress. Qualifications: 5 years study, numerous instructors, rock & jazz emphasis. Drummer and percussionist in 3 bands: rock, jazz and orchestra. Performance venues include clubs, charity events & private engagements. Rate: $10/half hour; $18/hour. Email: jeremyk23@yahoo.com, 503.686.8020 www.youtube.com/watch?v=3C24mJgNyP8 PIANO AND FLUTE LESSONS Children and adult lessons available. Start a new hobby or pick up where you left off as a child. I travel to you. Well-established local business with outstanding Forest Heights' references. Contact Sarah at 503 313 1216; sarahwannell@hotmail.com.
MISCELLANEOUS NEED SOME EXTRA HELP? My name is Nathan VanDomelen, 16 years old. I am a trustworthy and dedicated person. I honor all appointments and always do quality work. Here are a few things I can do: baby-sit, take care of plants, take care of pets (I am good with animals), pull weeds, and clean cars (inside and out.) Please note that I am not limited only to the jobs specified. I am available most weekdays, but prefer weekends due to school. Please don’t hesitate to call me (503) 206-6563. Thank you. LOOKING FOR EXTRA HELP? Hi! My name is Jake Marcy and I am 16 years old. I am dedicated to my sports and school. I am a lacrosse player for Lincoln High School and love my sport. I am very motivated and willing to work as hard as you need. I can help with yard work, computer work (Facebook, upload photos, etc.), animal watching and walking, babysitting, house sitting, lacrosse training. I am a hard worker so feel free to call me for any work you might have. Please feel free to call me at 503-297-5921 or 503-407-0846. BRIDGE ANYONE? Looking for intermediate level bridge players who would like to play for fun. Call Mike and Steph 503-244-1418
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Happy Thanksgiving from the Forest Heights Homeowners Association!
Spice & Molasses Pumpkin Pie 1 cup sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 15-ounce can pure pumpkin 2 large eggs 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream 1/2 cup whole milk 1 1/2 tablespoons mild-flavored (light) molasses 1 9-inch unbaked homemade or purchased pie crust
Mix first 6 ingredients in large bowl to blend. Add pumpkin, eggs, cream, milk, and molasses; whisk filling to blend. Preheat oven to 350°F. Pour filling into crust. Bake pie until set in center and slightly puffed around edges, about 1 hour 5 minutes. Cool pie on rack. From Bon Appetit, November 2004
On Being Thankful Be thankful that you don’t already have everything you desire, If you did, what would there be to look forward to? Be thankful when you don’t know something For it gives you the opportunity to learn. Be thankful for the difficult times. During those times you grow.
Maja Berge was the winner of last month’s riddle and a $15 gift certificate to Starbucks.
Be thankful for your limitations Because they give you opportunities for improvement.
Here are the answers to last month’s riddles:
Be thankful for each new challenge Because it will build your strength and character. Be thankful for your mistakes They will teach you valuable lessons. Be thankful when you’re tired and weary Because it means you’ve made a difference. ~ Author Unknown ~
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Here’s a snapshot of FHHOA activities and meetings for the month of November. Print and keep this calendar in a handy spot so you’ll have access to what’s happening in your community.
NOVEMBER 2012 Sunday
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Friday 1
Architectural Review Committee 9:00 am
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Safety, Streetscape and Transportation 11:30 pm
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Go Green Committee 6:00 pm
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Budget & Finance Committee 6:00 pm
Board of Directors 6:00 pm
Saturday 2
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SOLVE Tree Planting 9:00 am
Mill Pond Reopening & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony 10:00 am
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Architectural Review Committee 9:00 am
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FHHOA Office Closed
FHHOA Office Closed
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