Neighborhood News

 (Updated 9/13/2011)

The second stage of our tree work was begun today in the Mews, and will last for several days this week. You have all gotten a flyer in your door that identifies which trees are targeted for attention and/or removal.  Here is the link to the flyer…click on it twice to open. Homeowner_grounds_update

The Post reported on 8/25 and today 9/8 that jewelry and heirlooms were stolen from 2 residences in Mantua.  Residents are urged to be especially vigilant since the latest robbery occurred close to the Mews.  Please be sure to lock your doors and windows when you are not at home, keep your outside lights on at night, and help your neighbors by keeping an eye out when you know they are gone.  Street lights are also a deterrent to theft, so if you notice any that are out in the neighborhood, please call Dominion at 1-866-DOM-HELP (1-866-366-4357) to report.  Make sure you have the number (found on the pole) handy when you call.  Thank you!

Neighborhood Parking Concerns

At the CMCA Annual Meeting May 24, residents from upper Eakin Park Court brought up a particular issue concerning curb parking that impedes an owner’s access to his duly assigned spot.  The Board formed a Street Working Group (SWG) of four of its members to address the problem and make recommendations.

The SWG made three recommendations at the Board’s July 26 meeting:  (1) Identify a small number of “no-parking” curb areas to be marked by yellow paint; (2) Establish a procedure for giving warning notices to violators; and (3) Establish last-resort procedures for towing vehicles should the notices go unheeded.  The Board unanimously approved all three recommendations.