July 2021 Resident Newsletter by Liberty Military Housing at JBLM

Community Newsletter Lewis-McChord Communities | July 2021

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Spouses Mixer

Pet Safety

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Happy Birthday, America! Sunday, July 4th, marks the 245th Anniversary of the historic adoption of the Declaration of Independence, signed just 14 months after the Revolutionary War began. For 245 years, our country has paused to acknowledge those who have given their lives for our freedom. We celebrate our hard-won independence, which has been preserved for generations by the men and women who followed in the tradition of those early revolutionaries. On Sunday, we salute the spirit of America. Together, we commemorate and honor the heroes to whom we owe our freedom, peace, and happiness. Without the sacrifice of our nation’s military, and the families who support them - the very families we serve each day, there would be no Independence Day. We come from diverse backgrounds and yet, we are all Americans. Our flag and our country keep us united. Let us take time to honor the courage and faith we share as Americans. On this special day, let’s all make a promise to lead our country on a path of prosperity and peace. "Those who deny freedom to others deserve it not for themselves." -Abraham Lincoln Here’s to keeping the flame of liberty burning high and bright. Philip J. Rizzo

CEO/COO Lincolm Military Housing Lewis-McChord Communities

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Living Green

PREPARATION

empty · clean (quick rinse) · no lids Recycle plastics by shape. Ignore numbers/symbols on packaging.

It means that you help out in your community; you spread the message of conservation with friends and neighbors.

In This Issue

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1. Fireworks On JBLM 2. Living Green tubs

jugs

3. Upcoming Events

buckets

(remove handle)

National Ice Cream Day

paper

Spouse Mixer - August cardboard (flat)

5. Pet Safety

Find locations for these items plus options for electronics, appliances, mattresses, clothing, foam packaging and more: piercecountywa.gov/recyclemenu

6. Resident Reminders NO GLASS NO PLASTIC BAGS OR WRAP

8. JBLM Sustainability

coffee

utensils

DROP-OFF

Community Rewards

7. Seasonal Reminders NO BAGGED RECYCLABLES

plastic

Recycle or dispose of batteries and chemicals properly - hazardous waste cannot be placed in the trash or recycling bins. Visit www.earth911.org and find local locations to recycle hazardous waste, batteries, etc. search by zip shredded paper prescription code. Donate/Reuse/Buy used all lids greasy pizzaitems boxes (use a shred event) bottles

Spouse Mixer - July

boxes and bags

paper towels

NO ELECTRONICS NO HAZARDOUS WASTE

4. Upcoming Events Cont.

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paperbulbs cups from and napkinsout light and strawsbulbspods Energy Savings – Change incandescent to energy plates cups saving LED bulbs.

National Hot Dog Day

Summer Olympics

foam trays

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and containers pans and plates plastics all cartons This month, take a look around yourpackaging community and see what youITEMS: can do to make a difference in SINGLE-USE your environment. You can volunteer to clean up a park or plan a community outing to clean up the beach. Here are a few things you can do to continue to “Live Green.”

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To “Live Green” means more than just recycling. It means that you incorporate small changes in Want to know why some things belong in the garbage? your everyday life to help sustain and piercecountywa.gov/reminders GARBAGE conserve resources.

9. Caught On Camera 10. Find Us On Facebook 11. Maintenance Tips

glass

plastic bags and wrap

(at participating grocery stores)

household hazards

District Trash Collection Schedule Have your trash cans curbside by 5:30 AM on your designated day

District Office Hours: Monday - 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM Tuesday - 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM Wednesday - 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM Thursday - 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM Friday - 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM Saturday & Sunday Closed

July 5, 2021 - CLOSED Lincoln Military Housing

Please Note: If your trash day falls on a holiday, pickup may be delayed by one business day

Monday: Evergreen, Madigan, New Hillside Tuesday: Broadmoor, Davis Hill, Greenwood, Parkway Wednesday: All McChord Field Thursday: Beachwood, Beachwood II, Eagleview, Meriwether Landing Friday: Clarkdale, Discovery Village, Hillside, Town Center Centralized Garbage Container Service: • Tuesday: Parkway and Town Center • Friday: Parkway and Clarkdale Resource Guide 2

Upcoming Events National Ice Cream Day - July 19th

National HOT DOG Day - July 21st!

Celebrate The Opening Of The Summer Olympics With Us!

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Community Events

Spouses Mixer August: Yarn Wall Hanging

Spouses Mixer July: Accent Jars

RESIDENT REWARDS PROGRAM IS HERE!

Modern Message Is A fun way to interact with your community, post photos, participate in fun surveys and earn rewards. Join and start earning rewards today! Lewis-McChord Communities

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Summer Pet Safety Tips

Pet Responsibilities Pet droppings are odorous, unsightly, and a nuisance. More importantly, they can be a health hazard, especially for children. Therefore, pets must be kept under control so they do not defecate on parade fields, playgrounds, troop formation areas, sidewalks/walkways, common areas, miniature playgrounds of the housing areas, and neighbors' yards. You will immediately clean up droppings when your pet defecates outside of your residence yard. Droppings in your residence, including your yard, will be removed daily. Pet owners are responsible for disposing of their pet's waste, whether the pet is on a leash or in a fenced area. A pet owner who does not properly dispose of his/her pet's waste will be subject to a fine of $25 for each offense plus $5 per day that the violation persists. With the spring season comes heavy rain. If you have a pet that spends time in the fenced yard, make sure you are taking the best care possible of your four legged family member. • • •

Make sure your pet has shelter from the elements. Make sure your pet has food and water. Bring your pet in when the weather is extreme.

4th of July And Pet Safety

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Resident Reminders Community Centers All Community Centers are exclusively for the use of residents of Lewis-McChord Communities. Any resident in good standing (i.e. no balance owing) of any community may reserve any Community Center for personal social events if the center is available at the desired time. All reservations require a security/cleaning deposit. Restrictions may apply. A Community Center may be reserved for military functions such as FRG meetings, unit picnics, etc. on any available Mon-Thurs. No military functions will be scheduled on Fri-Sun. A LMH resident is responsible to complete the Community Center form and submit a security/cleaning deposit at the time the reservation is made. Please visit your District Office for more information to reserve a center.

Moving Out When it’s time to move out, we have a few simple requirements: 1. You must visit your District Office to complete a Notice to Vacate. At that time a pre-inspection appointment will be made. The date and time of your final inspection will also be scheduled at this time. 2. You must provide us with a valid forwarding address. 3. As required by your lease, you must leave your home in the same clean, undamaged and ready-to–rent condition as when you moved in. Ordinary wear and tear will be taken into account. Ordinary wear and tear would include such things as traffic wear across the carpet, but not burns or stains. When you vacate your home, any personal property left behind will be considered abandoned and may be disposed of, without liability to us, subject to applicable laws. Any incurred costs for cleaning, repairs, trash removal or items left behind after move out will be the responsibility of the vacating resident.

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Late Fee’s To Resume July 1, 2021 As Washington State begins to emerge from the current health crisis, starting July 1, 2021 regular late charges and NSF fees will resume. As a reminder, if you do not pay your rent when it is due, we will assess late fees as follows: A late fee of 10% (or, if less, the maximum amount permitted by applicable law) of your monthly rent (or any portion thereof) not paid when due will be charged for the month rent is due with an additional $5.00 per day (or, if less, the maximum amount permitted by applicable law) until rent is received. Similarly, if your check or other form of payment is dishonored by your bank, we will assess an additional NSF fee of $40 per check. All other above mentioned fees apply as of the date rent was due.

The Dangers of Baby Wipes

A message from JBLM Public Works: This is at the waste water treatment plant (WWTP) that shows the magnitude of the problem when flushing wipes down the drain. This is happening across the US. Philadelphia reported two TONS of wipes and masks flushed down the toilets when they last cleaned out their head works at their WWTP. JBLM Public Works is asking for everyone to stop flushing anything but toilet paper. If this continues we could be looking at a major backup in our housing communities!

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Seasonal Reminders Air Conditioning Requests

Personal Swimming Pools

Air Conditioner Standards - Be in the know Important information regarding Personal Swimming Pools before you install! Window mounted Air Conditioner Unit for first floor windows only. Window mounted Air Conditioner units above the first floor windows of your home are not allowed and no structural modifications are allowed to accommodate window AC units. Also, the following restrictions will apply: • Unit Size: 6,000 BTU maximum • Unit Weight: 46 pounds maximum • Power Requirements: 110 Volt, 5.6 Amp maximum. No 220 Volt units are permitted • Clear plexi-glass material or plywood material painted to match the color of the window frame must be used for all exposed areas of installation. • LMC will not be responsible for added electrical loading imposed by your equipment. (I.e. added utility costs on your Minol utility billing). • LMC will not be responsible for any damage to the window or structure, including but not limited to window warping, mounting hardware damage, condensation leakage, or residue from foams or tapes, charges may apply for these damages.

Wading pools are allowed without prior written approval. Wading pools are defined as being no more than 18 inches in height. They are temporary and seasonal and do not include ladders or pumps. For safety and health concerns, they must be emptied and put away daily. You may install an above ground pool in your fenced backyard. You are responsible for getting annual prior written approval from your District Manager. You will be required to fill out the necessary paperwork and pay all deposits associated with pool. You must display the Lewis McChord Communities Approved Pool sign in a visible street facing window any time the pool is set up. All requests must be made annually in writing and include the following: • A drawing that details the location of the pool. • Size, to include height and capacity of pool. • Approved fence request form, fence must be a 6ft privacy fence with self-latching gate. Fence must be approved and installed prior to submitting pool request. A refundable deposit of $100 will apply. This deposit is refundable at move out.

Additional Policies: • Pools are only to be in place from Memorial Day to Labor Day Mobile/Portable Air Conditioning Units, where the unit • Pools must be removed and stored no later than Septemremains inside the home and vents through a window are ber 10 allowed on all floors (1st & 2nd story rooms) with the fol• Pools are only allowed in fenced back yards that have lowing restrictions. self-latching gates. • Pool cannot be taller than the fence. • Unit Size: 14,000 BTU maximum • Only ladders made for the pool are allowed. • Unit Weight: 80 pounds maximum • No temporary structures are allowed around the pool. • Landscaping Power Requirements: 110 Volt, 10.8 Amp Maximum. No • Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by chil220 Volt units are permitted dren the age of 14 or older at all times when using the pool. • Clear plexi-glass material or plywood material painted to • Prior to move out, you will be required to remove the pool match the color of the window frame must be used for all and repair any damage to the premises exposed areas of installation. • Any changes to the original request must be submitted in • LMC will not be responsible for added electrical loading writing and are subject to approval by the District Manager. imposed by your equipment of existing usage (i.e. added • Acceptable use of pools is at the sole discretion of manageutility costs on your Minol utility billing). • LMC will not be responsible for any damage to the window ment. • Management reserves the right to require that a pool be or structure, including but not limited to window warpremoved at any time. ing, mounting hardware damage, condensation leakage, or • You are liable for any issues that arise from use of the pool. residue from foams or tapes, charges may apply for these • In the event that Lewis McChord Communities calls for damages. water rationing, you will be required to follow post water conservation guidelines.

Mobile/Portable Air Conditioner Units

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at JBLM JBLM News As Joint Base Lewis-McChord and surrounding communities continue to grow, the demand for water increases, along with the need for conservation. To ensure a sustainable supply exists for present and future training needs at JBLM, here’s a quick guide.

Water Conservation at JBLM As Joint Base Lewis-McChord and surrounding communities continue to grow, the demand for water increases, along with the need for conservation. To ensure a sustainable supply exists for present and future training needs at JBLM, here’s a quick guide.

Residential: 10 minutes a day per irrigation location/zone or sprinkler head Level 1: Houses with even numbers water on even days; houses with odd numbers water on odd days. Level 2: Even house numbers water Wednesdays and Saturdays; odd house numbers water Thursdays and Sundays.

General landscape and turfnonpride areas: 10 minutes a day per irrigation location/zone or sprinkler head

Residential: 10 minutes a day per irrigation location/zone or sprinkler head Level 1: Houses with even numbers water on even days; houses with odd numbers water on odd days.

General landscape and turfnonpride areas: 10 minutes a day per irrigation location/zone or sprinkler head Level 1: Water every third day (optimum)

Level 2: Even house numbers water Wednesdays and Saturdays; odd house numbers water Thursdays and Sundays.

Level 2: Water every fourth day (deficit)

Level 3: Outside water use is not allowed.

Pride areas: Sports fields, golf courses and parade fields have specific guidance based on the turf type, irrigation system and intensity of use.

Level 3: Water every seventh day (survival)

Effective irrigation is to apply the correct amount of water at the correct time to optimize uptake by the root system. Conservation measures were developed using regional local weather station evapotranspiration data that provides a scientific basis for healthy growth.

WATER

/SustainableJBLM

Level 1: Water every third day (optimum) Level 2: Water every fourth day (deficit) Level 3: Water every seventh day (survival)

Hold tight to your balloon! Level 3: Outside water use is not allowed.

By Cathy Hamilton-Wissmer, DPW

Pride areas: Sports fields, golf courses and parade fields have specific guidance based on the turf Environmental type, irrigation system and intensity of use.

Effective irrigation is to apply the correct Please don’t gotimeoftothat balloon! When balloons go amount of water at thelet correct optimize uptake by the root system. Conservation WATER measures werecome developed back using regional local as trash. up, they down weather station evapotranspiration data that provides a scientific basis for healthy growth. Many life-changing events are marked with a mass balloon release such as/SustainableJBLM graduation ,retirement and memorials, but this is a damaging practice. Balloons are made with chemicals, plasticizers and artificial dyes — not 100 percent latex — and can last years as hazardous trash. A recent report from Ocean Conservancy has ranked balloons as one of the top three deadliest forms of litter, only behind discarded fishing nets and plastic bags. Balloons have a destructive effect on animals, environment and people. They can last years in the environment, risking harm to any animal who comes across them. Latex balloons are not biodegradable, even when marketed as such. Animals can mistake burst balloons as an enticing meal, causing intestinal blockage and death, or become entangled in the strings. At Yakima Training Center balloon litter was such a common occurrence on the YTC landscape that in 2018 the Wildlife Program staff started to collect it incidental to their other field work. Over a 3-year period of time (2018-2020) the staff collected a total of 165 mylar/foil balloons reducing not only litter on the landscape but potential sources of wildlife entanglements, mortality, and fires.

There is a better way to mark that special occasion. Consider the dramatic effect of flags, ribbon dancers, pinwheels, bubbles and candles. Other fun ideas can be more engaging. Put together a drum circle, a flock of pink flamingos on a lawn, floating flowers or flower petals on clear water, origami, a wildflower seed bomb, painted rocks or planting bulbs. Memorable moments that also make a big impact and carry the message.

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Community Services

Caught On Camera - Celebrating All Our Graduates!

Community Services Email: lewismcchordcommunities@gmail.com Office Hours: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM Closed Saturday and Sunday Community Services Coordinator: Hope Schwickerath Community Services Director: Marcia McDowell

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Community Services Mission Statement Our mission is to improve the quality of life for our military residents through programs designed to strengthen personal connections between neighbors, and to partner with like minded local organizations to support this goal. Resource Guide 9

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DISTRICT OFFICES LEWIS MAIN

LEWIS NORTH

MCCHORD FIELD

Lewis Main District Office

Lewis West District Office

Lewis East District Office

Lewis North District Office

McChord District Office

Broadmoor, Town Center and Clarkdale

Parkway, Davis Hill, Greenwood and Hillside

Discovery Village, Evergreen and New Hillside

Meriwether Landing, Beachwood North, Beachwood South and Eagleview

All McChord and Madigan

BLDG 5133 - Lewis Main Phone: 253-912-3460 lewismain@lpsi.com

BLDG 5133 - Lewis Main Phone: 253-912-3493 lewiswest@lpsi.com

BLDG 60100A - Lewis Main Phone: 253-912-3485 lewiseast@lpsi.com

BLDG 10400 - Lewis North Phone: 253-912-3475 lewisnorth@lpsi.com

BLDG 3209 - McChord Field Phone: 253-589-0523 mcchord@lpsi.com

District Manager: Heather Curaming Maintenance Supervisor: Matt Clark

District Manager: Kimberly Trammell Maintenance Supervisor: Dale Kimmell

District Manager: Lesley Bonnell Maintenance Supervisor: Yawanda Proctor

District Manager: Jessica Flansburg Maintenance Supervisor: Adam Alfau

Lewis-McChord Communities

District Manager: Katie Dirkx Maintenance Supervisor: Joe Mavega

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Maintenance Tips

How Can We Help? Maintenance Requests, Suggestions or Residents Concerns Do you have a needed repair, a suggestion, or a concern? Lincoln Military Housing is committed to enriching the lives of military families through providing quality homes and vibrant communities. Your feedback is an important piece in helping us accomplish this goal, and we want to ensure we provide you with an avenue to initially address your needed repair, suggestion or concern and the process to escalate it, should that be necessary. Below is an outline of our easy Three- Step process for concerns and opportunities to provide feedback.

Three-Step Process for Resident Concerns Step One

Step Two

Step Three

Identify the issue and contact Lincoln Military Housing:

If the issue is incomplete contact Lincoln Military Housing:

If the issue is still unresolved contact:

Lincoln At Your Service 24-HR Toll-Free Hot Line: 888-578-4141 LincolnServiceTrack.com

General Management Office 253-912-2111

Government Family Housing 253-967-2524

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