Hemingway Cluster News
June 2008
To: Our Homeowners:
We have recently updated our website and added some
new features, links and information. We have added
links within pages that are bolded and underlined. By
clicking on these links you will be automatically
redirected to websites/pages that can provide additional
information on the particular subject matter.
Please check back periodically as we continue to revise
the community website as needed.
Dues Payment Options for 2008
This following payment options have been approved
by the Hemingway Board and, consequently, the Cluster
Association Dues and Administration Fees for 2008 will
be as follows:
Annually: = $900, due Jan. 1st,
Semi-annually: $450 + $20 =$470, due Jan. 1st, Jul 1st.
Quarterly: $225 + $20 = $245, due Jan 1st, Apr 1st
Jul. 1st, Oct. 1st
Our Hemingway Cluster is very fortunate to have so
many talented residents who are willing to volunteer
their time. If you want to be more involved with the
community, please contact a Hemingway Cluster
Board member, we can always use the help.
Homeowners can surf through helpful info on service
contractors and utilities, social activities and newsletters.
The site is also visitor friendly with directions and cluster
information.
If any other homeowner volunteers are interested in
serving the community, please email Todd Shea, shea.
todd@gmail.com.
Board of Directors Meetings
Meetings are typically held on the first Monday of each
month. Homeowners are welcome to attend, but please
let The HCA Board know in advance. Occasionally we
have to change the date and can confirm time and place
more precisely when you contact us.
Exterior Home Modifications
**Click HERE for HCA Approved Exterior Colors
(home address specific)**
Please remember the following when considering
replacement of anything on the exterior of your home.
Any homeowner wishing to replace windows, doors,
garage doors etc. or make any modification,
improvement, alteration, or addition to the exterior of a
residence, must submit a Reston Association DRB
(Design Review Board) Application Form to consider the
changes, have it reviewed and signed off by two (2)
neighbors and a member of the HCA board, then submit
to RA for final approval and/or denial. Please refer to
Hemingway Cluster Design Guidelines which include
approved colors. For a copy of the guide, please call
John Haylock, (703)481-4524. Failure to follow the
guidelines as mandated by Reston Association could
involve removal and correction of unapproved
modifications at your expense.
Window and/or Door Replacement Info:
*Click here to download an installation agreement
for you and your contractor to sign when replacing
doors and/or windows.
The Hemingway Architectural Revue Committee (ARC)
has received Reston Association DRB approval for a
new window & door vendor, Jeld-Wen. This was a
long, drawn-out process and thanks to the efforts of a
few of your neighbors, they compiled costs, warranty(s),
design and many other factors (as presented at the HCA
Annual Meeting) researching the best (durability,
maintenance, quality etc.) options available. Everything
is in place and Reston Association's Design Review
Board (DRB) has approved the replacement product(s),
so when considering replacement of your current
windows and/or doors new options are now available.
The suggested vendor for the new Jeld-Wen product
installation, is Hodges WIndows & Doors located in
Falls Church. The contact for Hemingway cluster is
Frank Gugino (frankgugino@hodgescompany.com)
and he is best contacted at 703.328.5392.
Exterior Lantern Replacement
The HCA Board has approved and the RA DRB has
agreed on the following Baldwin Lantern replacements
when needed. This is a new Hemingway Cluster
standard:
The lanterns may be ordered at a substantial discount
from the following factory direct outlet links:
Small Lanterns
Small (10.5 x 5 inch) replacement lantern:
Baldwin Hardware small Exeter Lantern: product number
7322.003 in Lifetime Polished Brass Finish. Rated up to
100-watt standard bulb.
Large Lanterns
Large (21 x 5 inch) replacement lantern:
Baldwin Hardware large Exeter Lantern: product
number 7324.003 in Lifetime Polished Brass Finish.
Rated up to 100-watt standard bulb.
Trash
When placing garbage containers and/or recyclables
out for collection, please use care in securing the items
especially on windy days. Loose items can blow into
neighboring yards and detract from the appearance of
our community. For more information on the new Single
Stream Recycling in the Hemingway community,
click here.
Speed Limit
The speed limit in HC is 15 MPH, as posted on the
sign at the entrance. Residents have noticed the speed
limit is being exceeded and would appreciate reminding
family members and guests.
Neighborhood Watch
Historically, HC residents have kept front lights on all
night as a way of securing the neighborhood. However,
this practice has decreased recently. It would be
beneficial if we would all keep our lights on. A number of
us have installed a timer switch, which is very simple to
install. It can be purchased from Home Depot, Lowe’s
and many other home suppliers.
To access the Fairfax County Police, Reston Station's
Newsletter, click here.
Pet Owners
Fairfax County and the Hemingway Cluster Association
require all residents with dogs to adhere to the following
regulations.
1. All dogs are to be on a leash when outside their
owner’s property. Dogs are not to be allowed to run
loose.
2. Owners are prohibited from allowing their dogs to
relieve themselves on private property other than that of
the owners.
3. Owners are required to pick up and properly
dispose of their dog’s solid waste, in accordance with
the Code of Fairfax County, Sect. 41.2.6. For link to the
County's website, click here.
4. Owners are not to allow their dog’s barking to
disturb other Hemingway residents. Owners are to bring
their dogs inside if they are outside and are barking.
Pet owners who repeatedly disregard these regulations
should be reported to Fairfax County Animal Control
at 703-691-2131.
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