June 2012 | The Ledger

Messages from the President | Bob Folino

president@theledgewoodassociation.com

Flood Damage - We have finally finished cleaning up the damage from last year's flooding and protecting us from it happening again. The damaged tennis court is back in service and the damage caused to the creek across the street from the clubhouse has been restored. Combined with the cleanup of the creek behind the pool, the drainage at the top of the hill above the pool, the new swale behind the pool and the wall around the tennis courts, we should be safe in the future.

Pool – The pool is open for business and running smoothly. We have ordered 20 new straight back chairs. Please try not to lean back and use them as recliners. The last ten died with broken backs and it is a good way to get injured. We have also added umbrellas for the tables. Enjoy the summer and be safe.

pool@theledgewoodassociation.com

Architectural Review | Mary Ellen Hill & Nancy Lowrei

architectural@theledgewoodassociation.com

Home maintenance and yard work season is here!

We have some lovely landscaping in the neighborhood and the Association appreciates all the effort it takes to keep the grass mowed and the landscaping trimmed and tidy.

This year we will have a resident volunteer and two board members do the entire development as a team. The team will examine each house together. By using a team concept we feel it will make the decisions more equitable. From mid-June to the end of June the team will conduct the walkthrough. At this time we will also follow up on the sidewalk concrete leveling issue which started two years ago. We will check for overgrown bushes and trees as well as weeds, broken light posts and other items. Take a minute or two to review the items below and decide if anything on your property is on the list and should be attended to. Your attention to your home and yard affects not only your property, but also that of your neighbors. When going through the list you will want to keep in mind the view from your backyard neighbors. Neglecting your property is also a violation of the Association’s Covenants and Restrictions and a City of Strongsville ordinance. You will be notified by letter of any violations.

• Are trees or shrubs encroaching on the sidewalk? In other words, can you walk past without tripping or having your face scratched from stray branches?

• Is the concrete walk tilted or sunken more than 1 inch?

• Is the lamppost rusted off or broken? It must have a black post and the standard Ledgewood globe. If you are in need of a globe check in with Jim at the maintenance garage. (238-6000) Be sure the vegetation does not obscure the light. This is a safety issue for neighbors walking by.

• Mailbox condition. Most of the original “birdhouse” types have rotted away and been replaced by a variety of styles. If you have to replace yours, please stay with the wooden post and a style that blends with the house. The plastic, molded types are not very “natural”. • Are there dead trees and shrubs in the yard that need removal or trimming?

• Are retaining walls in good condition? P.O. Box 360484, Strongsville, OH 44136 www.ledgewoodassociation.com Garage Phone 440 238-6000

• Is the lawn in reasonable condition? Not only are weeds an eyesore but they tend to migrate onto neighboring properties.

• Is there clutter in the yard or beside your home? The side of your house is not an open-air storage area for ladders, yard furniture and general clutter. • Are fences in good condition and painted? Are screens in good repair?

• Are the gutters in good condition, free of sticks, leaves and baby plants?

• Are the roof tiles in good, moss and plant free condition?

• Could the house or any fencing stand a new coat of paint or stain?

• And last but not least, the catchall “Are there any other eyesores?”

Again, we wish to thank all those homeowners who continue to make us proud to live in Ledgewood.

Jain Baruth | Clubhouse Manager

clubhouse@theledgewoodassociation.com

The summer rental season is in full swing. Just a couple things to remember when reserving the clubhouse for your event:

1. When hosting a party that lasts past 8pm (pool closing) there must be lifeguards on duty whether or not your guests are swimming. Guard fees must be paid with the application and contract.

2. Make sure your paperwork and funds are returned to the Clubhouse Manager in a timely fashion. This ensures your reservation and scheduling of guards and cleaning personnel. Reservations are not final until paperwork and monies are submitted.

3. Return the keys to the Clubhouse Manager after your event. Your security deposit cannot be released until the keys are returned.

4. Please read and abide by the rules set up by your Board of Directors. These rules are for everyone's safety and enjoyment of our beautiful facilities.

Have a safe and happy summer!

Ledgewood Board of Trustees

Bob Folino | President – 238-4251

John Herold | Vice- President – Pool – 216-513-7684

Mary Ellen Hill | Architectural Review – 238-9697

Nancy Lowrie | Architectural Review – 238-6224

Paul Chupek | Common Ground – 440-212-0114

Nancy Picard | Clubhouse – 238-4784

P.O. Box 360484, Strongsville, OH 44136 www.ledgewoodassociation.com Garage Phone 440 238-6000