MARCH 2018  

 

                             

Skyline’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt 

 

Will be held on Saturday, March 31st  At the Clubhouse Park,   Beginning at 11 AM. 

 

  Skyline children and grandchildren have been enjoying this activity for years.  You’re not going to want to miss this one! Be sure to show up at the park a few  minutes in advance, and bring your baskets. After all of the eggs have been found  you’re invited to the Clubhouse to open your eggs and see if you have won a prize!      Contact Harriet LeClair ​ - email her at l​ [email protected]​ to let her know if you can help.     Skyline Property Owners Association - 6041 Sands Way, Anacortes, WA 98221   ☎ (360) 293-2001 Fax (360) 293-2981 - o ​ [email protected]   Architectural Committee (360) 293-0498    Website: s​ kylineanacortes.org   Facebook: ​https://www.facebook.com/groups/skylineanacortes/      

2017 Board of Trustees:  President:  Vice President: Secretary: Treasurer:

 

Mary-Ann Gutierrez Steve Meissner Ken White Perry Wheeler

  Trustees:

Tom Hawkins  Lenny Hixson  Mark Lamon  Bryan Klein  OPEN - n ​ eed volunteer  

 

  SKYLINE BEACH CLUB, Inc. dba SKYLINE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION  MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES 

Feb 21, 2018    A Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees was held at the Skyline Beach Club, 6041  Sands Way, Anacortes, WA on the 21th day of February, 2018 at 7:00 PM.  The Meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by President Mary-Ann Gutierrez. Secretary,  Ken White, confirmed a quorum for the meeting. Mary-Ann reminded that the meeting is  being recorded.    Trustees Present: Mary-Ann Gutierrez, Steve Meissner, Ken White, Perry Wheeler, Tom  Hawkins, Mark Lamon. Trustees Absent: Lenny Hixson, Bryan Klein.    Previous Meeting Minutes: As January Minutes were published in the newsletter,  they were not read and no corrections, Minutes were approved as published.    COMMITTEE REPORTS:  Financial:​ Presented by Perry. Most members have paid their 2018 dues, letters have  gone out to the remaining members who are urged to send in their dues to avoid a lien  on their property. Total 2018 Income for period ending last month: $236,910.01,  Expenses: $37,676.57, Depreciation: $1,747.63. Net Income: $197,485.81.    Architectural Committee​: Presented by Tom Hawkins. See Full report in the  Newsletter.    Parks Committee​: Mark reported that there is nothing new this month  .  Social Committee​: One member volunteered for the Easter Party. Two other members  have offered to co-chair and revive the Social Committee but more volunteers are  welcome specially for specific events and should contact the office.    UNFINISHED BUSINESS​:  Annual Policy Review:​ The bylaws require that policy changes be presented at two  meetings. Proposed new policies will be put on the SPOA Web site.  Changes have been proposed to two Policies. They will be posted on the web site.    (1) Facilities Scheduling Policy: First Presentation.  Formerly a Board member was assigned the responsibility of approving bookings for  facilities. Since this is better and quicker done by Office Staff, they will now be doing the  approvals. Another change is that previously only immediate family members could  attend any weddings that were scheduled but that restriction has been removed as it is  not needed and not practical. In addition, the Policy provides for details in scheduling  the Sound system and RV spaces. 

  (2) Policy For Covenant Enforcement. Presented for the Second Time.    Changes are in Section 2.4: Formal Covenant Violation Notice: Allows the AC to set a  date to correct the violation. Changes for Section 2.5 Review of Appeals: After a Board  Appeal the AC will notify the property owner of the decision and state any enforcement  action as required in Section 3. Changes to Section 3: Enforcement Policy: Category 3  Violations include Unauthorized Construction Project and Unauthorized Construction  Changes. Section 3.3.1 Violations include unauthorized construction which require  immediate action by the AC. The owner will be notified by phone and written notice and  advised to Stop Work until AC approval is obtained. The Owner will be given 5 business  days to submit the proper forms and plans for AC review and approval. Section 3.3.2  details the Category 3 Violation Fines. The fine is $500 if forms and plans are not  received in the SPOA Office prior to beginning work or the owner refuses to comply with  the requirements of the CC&Rs. The AC may levy an additional $100 fine for each day  until the violation is resolved within 5 business days, with a maximum limit of $5,000  per violation. Section 5 lists all the Common Covenant Violations. Tom moved to accept  the revised policy, Mark seconded, Motion Passed.    NEW BUSINESS​:  Clubhouse Roof:​ Some leaks have been discovered and the roof needs to be repaired.  Several bids have been obtained. Discussion was about the type of repairs needed.  Perry moved to spend up to $5,000 to have Peaks Northwest, LLC. do the repairs. Steve  seconded, Motion passed.    MEMBER COMMENTS​: (7 present in audience)  Eric Johnson asked about the reserve funds available. Perry reported that we currently  have about $115,000 in the fund. Eric also announced that Sugarloaf and Piper Circle  have had water main problems and pipes will be replaced by the city this year.  Steve Anderson asked about other projects that may need funding including the Cabana  roof and fence and whether reserve funds are available. Perry reported that we would  be adding more projects to the reserve study that have been delayed in prior years.  Meeting was adjourned at 7:35 PM.   

 

  

 

Ken White, Secretary     

March Events:   03/13 - Board Planning Meeting 7 PM  03/19- Garden Club Meeting 1 PM  03/21 - Board Meeting 7 PM  03/16 - Happy Hour @ Cabana -​ Hosted by the Body Power  Exercise Group  03/28 - Bunco @ Cabana 7 PM  03/31 - Annual Kids Easter Egg Hunt @ 11 at the  Clubhouse Park & Clubhouse. 

 

 

 

Here are some fun facts about St. Patrick’s Day that you might not know:    1. We Should Really Wear Blue 

Saint Patrick himself would have to deal with pinching on his feast day. His color was “Saint Patrick’s blue,” a light  shade. The color green only became associated with the big day after it was linked to the Irish independence  movement in the late 18th century. 

2. Saint Patrick Was British 

Although he made his mark by introducing Christianity to Ireland in the year 432, Patrick wasn’t Irish himself. He  was born to Roman parents in Scotland or Wales in the late fourth century.   

3. New Yorkers Take the Holiday Seriously 

New York City’s Saint Patrick’s Day Parade is one of the world’s largest parades. Since 1762, 250,000 marchers have  traipsed up Fifth Avenue on foot – the parade still doesn’t allow floats, cars, or other modern trappings.   

4. Chicago Feels Lucky, Too 

The city has been celebrating Saint Patrick by dumping green dye into the Chicago River since 1962. It takes 40 tons  of dye to get the river to a suitably festive shade!   

5. There’s a Reason for The Shamrocks 

How did the shamrock become associated with Saint Patrick? According to Irish legend, the saint used the  three-leafed plant as a metaphor for the Holy Trinity when he was first introducing Christianity to Ireland.   

6. Cold Weather Helped Saint Patrick’s Legend 

In Irish lore, Saint Patrick gets credit for driving all the snakes out of Ireland. Modern scientists suggest that the job  might not have been too hard – according to the fossil record, Ireland has never been home to any snakes. Through  the Ice Age, Ireland was too cold to host any reptiles, and the surrounding seas have staved off serpentine invaders  ever since.    

7. There’s No Corn in that Beef 

Corned beef and cabbage, a traditional Saint Patrick’s Day staple, doesn’t have anything to do with the grain corn.  Instead, it’s a nod to the large grains of salt that were historically used to cure meats, which were also known as  “corns.”   

8. The World Runs Up Quite a Bar Tab 

All of the Saint Patrick’s Day revelry around the globe is great news for brewers. A 2012 estimate pegged the total  amount spent on beer for Saint Patrick’s Day celebrations at $245 million. And that’s before tips to pubs’ bartenders.   

9. The Lingo Makes Sense 

You can’t attend a Saint Patrick’s Day event without hearing a cry of “Erin go Bragh.” What’s the phrase mean? It’s a  corruption of the I​ rish Éirinn go Brách​, which means roughly “Ireland Forever.” 

       

 

 

Skyline Garden Club News​:    March 2018  The Skyline Garden Club invites all to enjoy a presentation on "Fragrant Garden" presented by  Everett Chu on March 19, 2018. Gardening for all senses! Exorbitant sensory experience  focusing on common and uncommon fragrant plants and their applications in the garden  presented by local nurseryman, longtime plant collector and garden designer from Azusa Farm  and Gardens.     

     

April 2018  The Skyline Garden Club invites all to enjoy a presentation on "Growing A Four-Season Garden"  presented by Master Gardener Peter Heffelfinger on April 16, 2018. Peter will share with us his  wealth of knowledge on growing and harvesting vegetables year round in our cool maritime  climate, along with spring, summer and fall planting schedules of varieties suited to the PNW.  He will also discuss use of hoop hoses and row covers, overwintering crops as well as indoor,  cool temperature storage techniques.         

   

Doors open at 1pm with light refreshments served prior to presentation.  Presentation begins at 1:30 at the Skyline Beach Club building at 6041 Sands  Way, Anacortes.    $5 non-members, all are welcome.    Questions: 615-430-5437. 

   

Home Maintenance Tip  Washer and Dryer Care Tips:  ●

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Once a month, run the washer with a cup of bleach or a cup of white  vinegar, set to the biggest load setting. This will help to keep the lines free  of sediment  build-up and prevent a flood from happening.  Clean your lint trap in your dryer after every load. This will help the dryer to  run correctly and longer.  Try not to wash and dry overly bulky or heavy items more than twice a  month such as, comforters, down pillows, or more than 4 floor mats at a  time.  Leave your washer lids open. This will keep the machines from smelling  musty.  Don’t overload your washer. When you put your clothes in, don’t push them  down. As the level of dry clothes reaches just below the top of the center tower,  that is when you know that you have a full load. 

These tips will ensure that you get “loads and loads” of use out of your washers and dryers.   

Welcome to Skyline:    Ken and Lynn Heikkila​ come to us in the Summer months as  they enjoy their new, larger boat slip in the Skyline Marina.  They live the rest of the year in Snoqualmie.     The office staff are happy to show you around all of the amenities here.  Come use the WiFi, read in the Library, shoot hoops at the basketball court,  or just pop in to say “Hi”. Michelle, Irene and Carrie are around to help show  you around and answer your questions.  

 

Pet Corner:   

Cecil the seasick sea serpent lives on Heather Dr. Cecil  was keeping an Olympic medal count for our U.S.  Olympic Athletes. He changes hats for various occasions.    Go for the Gold! Thank you, Karen Nelson, for sharing  with us.    If you have a pet that you would like to share with us send us  an email at ​[email protected]​. Be sure to include  your pet’s name and special tidbits.   

     

 

RECENT SKYLINE EVENTS: 

  Harriet LeClair and Karen Nelson have volunteered to co-Chair the Social Committee. Thank  you, ladies, for stepping up to the task! Please contact the office if you would like to join them,  or if you would like to volunteer for any other groups.    We welcomed a new ‘Gentle Yoga’ class that began on February 22nd. The first class was a  major hit with over 20 attendees. The classes are held on Thursdays at the Clubhouse from  11AM - 12:15 PM. These classes are being instructed by Celeste Atterberry.     JOIN US ON FACEBOOK - Join our Group ‘Skyline Property Owners Association’ for more info.    If you have any ideas for newsletter content please feel free to contact Carrie in the office.  We now have an improved Facebook Group - please join for updated information and content.        

Got too much junk? 

Join us for our​ F ​ LEA 

MARKET​:  

  Saturday, April 28th  

This  event  is  open  to  all  Skyline  residents.  The  Flea  Market  schedule;  Friday  April  27th,  noon  to  4pm  is  “set-up”  and  Saturday  April  28th,  9am  to  2pm  doors  are  open  for  business.  There  are  30  tables  available  at  $5 each on a first come first serve  basis  with  a  waiting  list  for  additional  tables.  Registration  ends  Friday  April  13th,  so stop by  the  office  to  get  your  name  on  the list and pay for your table.    There  is  parking  lot  space  available  for  $2  which  will  accommodate  those  of you who would like  to  have  larger  than  table  size  items,  vehicle  or  more  items  than  will  fit  on  a table. The West End  Auxiliary  Patrol  will  be  blocking  parking  lot  access  at  8:30  so  you  need  to  be  in  the  designated  area and set up by that time.  Contact: Lou Pirone 425-770-4923, or Trudy Glassett 425-760-4964  

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​ Reminder:   

Daylight saving time 2018 in  Washington will begin at  2 ​ :00 AM on  Sunday, March 11 

   

     

 

SPOA ARCHITECTURAL COMMITTEE    Workload Report   

February 21, 2018    A. Architectural Committee Composition: Due to time constraints related to her new job,  Ruth Barefoot announced her resignation from the Skyline Architectural Committee. We wish  her luck in her new job, and also want to thank her for her service to the Skyline community.    B. View and Appearance Report: In the past month, one new case was opened, three cases  were closed and no cases remain open.    C. Construction Report: In the past month, six cases were closed, two cases were approved  and 23 cases, which are listed below, remain open.     1.) 4906 Heather Dr Home remodel & addition  2.) 5002 Macbeth Dr House addition and deck  3.) 5108 Castle Court Landscaping & retaining walls  4.) 2205 Dublin Ct New front deck  5.) 1902 Piper Cir New house  6.) 5705 Rosario Way Fence  7.) 2706 Highland Dr New house  8.) 2605 Highland Dr Shed  9.) 1507 Burrows Ct Fence  10.) 1909 & 2001 Cay Way House addition  11.) 4913 Heather Dr Deck addition  12.) 3002 Rye Ct New shed  13.) 2205 Dover Dr Front and back porch addition  14.) 4908 Macbeth Dr Move front door  15.) 5106 Sterling Dr New house  16.) 5202 Heather Dr New residence  17.) 1811 Cay Way Garage addition  18.) 4933 Heather New fence  19.) 4709 Kingsway Home addition  20.) 5708 Rosario Way Solar panels  21.) 3008 Rye Court House addition  22.) 2501 Highland Dr New residence  23.) 5301 Doon Way Fence addition 

 

  

 

 

Activities Calendar  

CH - Clubhouse

CB - Cabana

TC - Tennis Courts 

 

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

10 AM Pickleball Bill/Phyllis 293-4885 TC

8 AM Men’s Walking Group CH 8:30 AM Women’s Walking Group WAPARK

9 AM Crones

8 AM Men’s Walking Group CH 8:30 AM Women’s Walking Group WAPARK

9 -11 AM Dance Class Phyllis 293-4885

8 AM Men’s Walking Group CH 8:30 AM Women’s Walking Group WAPARK

10 AM Pickleball Bill/Phyllis 293-4885 TC

8:15-9:15 AM Strength Training $4 Erma 293-2459 CH

9 AM - 11 AM Dance Class Phyllis 293-4885 CH

8:15-9:15 AM Strength Training $4 Erma 293-2459 CH

11 AM - 12:15 PM Gentle Yoga

8:15-9:15 AM Strength Training $4 Erma 293-2459 CH

10 AM Women’s Pickleball TC

3PM Mixed Pickleball

10 AM - 2 PM Needlers Eileen 293-3748 CH - Library

4 PM Pickleball Bill/Phyllis 293-4885 TC

1 PM Crones Women’s Conversation Group Levy 293-4383 CH, 1st & 3rd Fridays

Women’s Conversation Group

Kathy Turner 588-9295 CH - 2nd and 4th Tuesday

4 PM Pickleball Bill/Phyllis 293-4885 TC 1 PM Garden Club Every 3rd Monday Barbara 293-2839 CH

10 AM Women’s Pickleball TC 7 PM Bunco Diane 588-9166 CB - 4th Wednesday

3PM Mixed Pickleball

    Two of the members of the Parks  Committee have been busy removing  invasive Scotch broom, and some Holly  near the Storage Condos. The magical tool  borrowed from Dave Oicles, the ranger of  the ACFL (Anacortes City Forest Lands),  made the job way simpler.      Scotch broom can be difficult to detect  when not in bloom. It is stringy &  feathery-looking. It got really big in some  areas, and there was a large rock at the  base, which increased the difficulty. They  kept at it though, and prevailed!     We would like to thank Dave Oicles, and  the ACFL, for the use of their tool. It really  helped make the job much easier.    It is a good time to rid of these invasive  plants while the grounds are so soft.  

ANACORTES “PORTHOLE” LOCATED IN SKYLINE! 

A porthole you ask? To what? And what for? Well, to accept donations and take them to the Navy –  Marine Corps Relief Society thrift store located on the seaplane base at NAS Whidbey Island in Oak Harbor!    To get on the base you need to have military I.D. Because of this, the public can’t bring their  donations to the thrift store. The thrift store mostly receives donations from military people, who don’t  make a lot of money, so their donations aren’t usually of very good  quality. Your quality donations can help a lot to improve that situation!     To shop at this thrift store you need to show military I.D. Because of this,  donors know that their donations are going to an active duty, retired, or  family member of a Navy or Marine Corps person.    Skyline resident Mary Lou Childs started collecting donations in December  2017. She just delivered her 3rd van load of donations collected from  people from Skyline to Mt. Vernon. She has  mainly advertised via Facebook groups and word of mouth. She has  received donations from neighbors, a mom whose son is in the Navy in  Virginia, and from a couple stopped by her house to donate two very nice  Harley Davidson jackets as their way of saying “Thank you for your  service!” to our Navy and Marine Corps personnel.    The volunteers at the thrift store said the one thing they are always short of is affordable, good quality  CLOTHING FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL and HIGH SCHOOL AGE GIRLS AND BOYS. Mary Lou said, “Just imagine if every kid  in this neighborhood found just ONE piece of clothing that was in good shape, and that they really hadn’t worn that  much, so they donated it to these kids who are their  same age. Wow!”    The thrift store sells lots of used Navy uniforms for  just $2.50 but also all the regular stuff you find in  thrift stores: Clothing from baby to big guy sizes,  household goods, kitchenware and small  appliances, décor, books, jewelry, etc.     Enlisted personnel don’t make much money so this  helps a lot. Prices in the thrift store are kept low but  the store does make money. The profits are used to  provide emergency funds to military applicants who  have a verified need, such as if a service  man/woman doesn’t have the money to buy a plane  ticket home for a parent’s funeral.       Last Christmas the thrift store hosted its first event for youngsters to be able to shop without their  parents (with the help of a volunteer elf). The kids could pick out up to 3 gifts to give to family members and  pay just $1 for each gift. It was a huge success so volunteers who sort donations are already pulling items to be  stored as gifts for next Christmas. Mary Lou says, “All of us have some really nice things that we or our kids don’t  want, but they are so nice that we don’t want to just give them away to a thrift shop and we also don’t want to be  bothered with selling them . Well, people can ‘gift’ them to our service men and women and their families as  Christmas presents at this event, and they can donate them right now!”    You can drop donations by Mary Lou’s house at 5401 Doon Way but please call ahead at (360) 299-  8280. If dropping things off is a problem for you she would be happy to pick up your donation in her  white mini-van she named “Mini Pearl.” All donations are tax deductible if you itemize on your tax  return. Thank you for being generous! 

Skyline Property Owners Association 6041 Sands Way Anacortes, WA 98221 Newsletter

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