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Saratoga Beach Owners Association (SBOA) has strong beliefs in equality, diversity and inclusiveness. As a community it is important that everyone knows that SBOA has always been committed to inclusion and accepting of everyone. We expect all of our community members to feel welcome and respected.
Policy Statement by the SBOA Board June 2020
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New Beach Key Pickup
Sunday, October 4th to Saturday, October 31st
!!!NEW KEY LOCK WAS INSTALLED OCTOBER 17TH!!!
Pick Up By Appointment
contact Sarbeach@whidbey.com
FORMS REQUIRED - SEE DETAILS in News Article
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Committees and Projects |
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Water shares (hookups) are allocated by Washington State and available on a first come, first served basis. Criteria for submitting an application is available in our on-line documents.
WATER SYSTEM COMMITTEE Chair, Scott Schmidt
COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE Chair, Leif Pedersen
Newsletter Editor Patty Radvick
BEACH COMMITTEE Chair, Leif Pedersen
Focus is on any issue relating to the beach area: gate and lock, maintenance and repair of road, bulkhead, boat launch, and cabana area. The committee will also organize community work parties and maintain signage throughout the community.
HEALTH & SAFETY COMMITTEE Chair, Sue Gibson
Focus on Emergency Preparation, Disaster Prep.
Radio Net Check In - Thursdays, 9 A.M. Role Call
ARCHITECTURAL COMMITTEE Chair, Dorothy Kulwin
INSURANCE COMMITTEE Chair, Scott Schmidt
NOMINATING COMMITTEE Chair, Kenesha Lewin
2 Positions opening - Please apply!
The SBOA Board welcomes new members to our committees.
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!!!NEW BEACH KEY PICKUP!!!
Posted on Oct 4th, 2020
The new key lock was installed Saturday, October 17th. Pick up now by appointment.
WHAT DO I NEED to Pick up a key?
MASK; COMPLETED FORM; ID!
Important: A key WILL NOT be released until it can be verified that you are an owner, in good standing. Good standing means you are in compliance with community standards and bylaws, and your membership dues are up to date.
A form was sent with the October Newsletter and bills to all Owners/Representatives. Bring this form with you to pick up your key. If you live out of the area, you may authorize someone to pick up a key by sending this form with your authorization signed and giving their name.
You or your authorized representative will need ID. You or your representative will sign for the key.
Questions? Didn’t get a form? Contact and Arrange an appointment individually with sarbeach@whidbey.com.
Remember: only one key per owner in good standing! Replacement key if lost is $200! This is specifically to prevent key sharing.
NOTE: Owners may loan their key to an authorized person or representative, but will be held accountable for insuring that the beach rules, courtesy and decorum are maintained. Violations will result in a request for the return of the key. Refusal to return the key in such a circumstance may result in the need to re-key the system. Should this occur, all charges for installing a new key lock and distribution of new keys to the SBOA community will be added to your membership dues.
BEACH CLIFFS HAZARDOUS
Posted on Aug 22nd, 2020
A slide at Double Bluff was seen recently. That could have been our beach!
Everyone needs to keep well away from the cliffs at our beach.
Some young children (unattended by a responsible adult) were seen playing at the beach recently on one of the cliff slides. This is EXTREMELY dangerous. The children were warned off but soon went back to playing there. The community members who saw them do all of this engaged them in a game with their own kids and kept them safe. This time. All young children must be accompanied by an adult.
Enjoy our beautiful beach but, please, keep safe.
Tansy Workday - Thank You!!!
Posted on Aug 22nd, 2020
Thanks to John Gibson for organizing the work party! Members helping included Vicki MacFarland, Mary McMurtry, Margaret Hayes and one other (sorry did not get your name) The primary work removed 10 contractor very stuffed bags of Tansy from the vacant lot at the corner of the Holmes View and E. Harbor. A walk along Passage Way, Holmes View and Ashley Loop is down right clear of Tansy. Thanks again! There is still more to do. More volunteers needed, particularly for Harbor View. Many residents in that area are physically unable to help. Just bring a pair of clippers and small sack along on your walks. Every effort helps.
SBOA Park Rules During COVID
Posted on Jun 22nd, 2020
Following the Governor's mandate and for the safety of everyone: We are now in Phase 3. The Cabana and facilities are open for use by smaller groups. Practice Social Distancing! Members can reserve the Cabana through the website as usual.
However, Please be advised you are responsible for your own safety! There are no cleaning personnel or processes available through SBOA. We suggest you use appropriate cleaning agents for yourself before and after use for the protection of all.
Open for walking, running, use of ramp. Please leash your dogs.
Posted June 21, 2020
Share Your Great Whidbey Photos
Posted on Jun 15th, 2020
Calling all local photographers! We're looking for great photos of our area to feature on our website. If you've captured some images you think we'd all enjoy, please email them to sarbeach@whidbey.com. Be sure to include your name and general location so we can give you proper credit.
Scotch Broom a Fire Hazard - Invasive Plants
Posted on Jun 3rd, 2020
We recently recieved this email from a caring SBOA member and are passing it along to you!
I've been seeing a lot more scotch broom in peoples yards and more worrisome; on the bluff. This is a terribly invasive plant that will more than double each year, crowd out the native plants and lead to severe erosion and slides. Scotch Broom is a major fire hazard as well. It's sap is the equivalent of flamible turpentine and goes up like a torch. Here is a link to the King County document on this weed and what to do with it. Now is the time while it is in bloom, easily seen and can die in the summer heat if dealt with. http://your.kingcounty.gov/dnrp/library/water-and-land/weeds/Brochures/Scotch_Broom_factsheet.pdf
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Helping Neighbors |
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Want to take a more active role in the maintenance of the neighborhood? Looking for resources to help you with the upkeep of your property? Have ideas of resources? Check out this column and let us know how you can help or resources you think we should add!
USEFUL RESOURCES
- "Donate your vehicle and receive $1,000 in grocery coupons from United Breast Cancer Foundation." Non-running vehicles included and towing is free. For information: www.ubcf.info or call 1-877-632-GIFT.*
- Cash for most cars - includes tow. Christian's Auto/Metal Recycling. Documentation required. 360.675.8442*
- Island Recycling. The buy cars, trucks, copper, brass, aluminum and cans, radiators and batteries. Call 360.331.1727 for more information.*
* Saratoga Beach Owners Association received this information from a member. We cannot guarantee its accuracy or validity. Its appearance in this column is not intended to imply any kind of recommendation of these services.
NEIGHBORLY DOGS
It is unlawful for dogs to leave the property of their owners without being on leash. Or for them to chase "game" animals, such as deer, rabbits, birds. It goes without saying that dogs should not be chasing our neighborhood cats. Barking dogs which annoy 3 or more separate households are also in violation of the County statute. The penalty to an owner for such incidents can include pound fees and other fines. In the case of roaming animals, it might also result in your dog's loss of life if law enforcement deems the animal dangerous. (See our Community Standards section for more detail.) Please do the neighborly thing and keep your pet under your control at all times.
ALSO - neighborly dogs have owners who clean up after them on walks :) Please bring a poop bag along with you so that all of us can continue to enjoy walking our lovely community. Thanks, in advance!
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