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FROM THE BOARD

Last month Bill wrote that we start the New Year on the right foot. Well, I think the Annual Meeting was the kick off to another productive, enjoyable year at Chardonnay.

At the Annual Meeting Dave Munro complimented the community for the large attendance and interest shown in community affairs. He introduced Lydia Peeno who is our Town Property Manager as of January 1. So now calls should be placed to her. See her phone number and E-mail on back of the Grapevine.

Thanks to all who attended and voted or sent proxies. The new elected Board members are Ned Barnes and Paul Ford. The new officers are: President – Bill Frambes, Vice President – Alan Hahn, Secretary – Marge Rauch, Treasurer – Paul Ford and Member at Large -- Ned Barnes. Special plaques of appreciation were given to Jim Remley and Gerri Kortekamp for their service on the Board.

At the beginning of 2006 the Board collaborated making a list of 48 goals to accomplish. Bill read a list of 32 items that have been completed, many of which I am sure you have noticed and enjoyed. New clubhouse carpet, gazebo area irrigation, benches, and a new patio to name a few. Many are not as visible, such as constant attention to repairs and preventive maintenance. All of this is due to efforts of resident volunteers. Our volunteers of the year are: Ron Culp, Dave Trowbridge, Chuck Gerhardstein and Bob Wheeler.

This year the Board will be reviewing Chardonnay rules and regulations, & Clubhouse rental contract. Most of this is found in your “Welcome Book” so review it and make suggestions about the rules you live by. Rules are made not only to protect your investment but as a guide to live in peace and harmony as co-owners.

Wishing you a happy, healthy 2007, I know we are off to a good start!

Marge Rauch

Chardonnay Grapevine February 2007
Page 1 FROM THE BOARD Last month Bill wrote that we start the New Year on the right foot. Well, I think the Annual Meeting was the kick off to another productive, enjoyable year at Chardonnay. At the Annual Meeting Dave Munro complimented the community for the large attendance and interest shown in community affairs. He introduced Lydia Peeno who is our Town Property Manager as of January 1. So now calls should be placed to her. See her phone number and E-mail on back of the Grapevine. Thanks to all who attended and voted or sent proxies. The new elected Board members are Ned Barnes and Paul Ford. The new officers are: President – Bill Frambes, Vice President – Alan Hahn, Secretary – Marge Rauch, Treasurer – Paul Ford and Member at Large -- Ned Barnes. Special plaques of appreciation were given to Jim Remley and Gerri Kortekamp for their service on the Board. At the beginning of 2006 the Board collaborated making a list of 48 goals to accomplish. Bill read a list of 32 items that have been completed, many of which I am sure you have noticed and enjoyed. New clubhouse carpet, gazebo area irrigation, benches, and a new patio to name a few. Many are not as visible, such as constant attention to repairs and preventive maintenance. All of this is due to efforts of resident volunteers. Our volunteers of the year are: Ron Culp, Dave Trowbridge, Chuck Gerhardstein and Bob Wheeler. This year the Board will be reviewing Chardonnay rules and regulations, & Clubhouse rental contract. Most of this is found in your “Welcome Book” so review it and make suggestions about the rules you live by. Rules are made not only to protect your investment but as a guide to live in peace and harmony as co-owners. Wishing you a happy, healthy 2007, I know we are off to a good start! Marge Rauch Page 2
DECK MAINTENANCE Each owner is responsible for maintaining the wood floor of their unit’s deck. Owners can do the work themselves or have anyone they want to do the cleaning for them. The deck needs to be pressure washed and have a clear deck sealer applied. This should be done every 2 or 3 years. We have received a bid from the painting contractor, Paramount Painting Inc.., who is painting our buildings. Terrace building decks are $175.00 and Villa building decks are $275.00. The Terrace buildings that have the small front decks can be done for $110.00. To save money, owners can get a group of 5 or more people to have their decks cleaned at the same time. The price for 5 or more decks on Terrace buildings would be $135.00 and for Villa buildings the price would be $235.00. The Terrace small front decks would be $70.00. Paramount requests that all items be removed from the deck, except grills, before they arrive. They will pressure wash and let the deck dry. They will apply Sherwin Williams oil base deck sealer with a high UV resistance. They apply this sealer with a hand brush and also make sure the other decks below are covered. If you are interested, just call Paramount Painting at (859) 824-1194 to schedule. If you want the discount price you should have all 5 names at the time that you call Paramount. NEW PROPERTY MANAGER We have a new property manager replacing Dave Munro of Towne Properties. Her name is Lydia Peeno and for any problems, complaints and/or violations she can be contacted at 291-5858. ATTENTION PET OWNERS We are still experiencing the problem of pet owners refusing to pick up after their pets. It is upsetting to home owners that have to pick up on a regular basis because someone refuses to carry a pooper scooper or bag and perform their neighborly duty. Kindly see that this is being done before an all out conflict between home owner and pet owner occurs. This is a peaceful neighborhood but some people have been known to become upset over situations such as this. Should you see this happening, step up and contact Towne Properties @ 291-5858. THIS IS A VIOLATION AND SUBJECT TO FINE. Valentine Dinner The honor of your presence is requested at our annual Valentine dinner. The community dinner will be held on February 9, 2007 at the clubhouse and we will begin eating at 6:00 p.m. This is a catered dinner – choice of Lasagna or Beef with noodles – and the cost is $10 per person. RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED. Please call either Judi Hahn (781 6329) or Pat Malloy (781 7171) to secure your seat at the table. Seating is limited. All community residents are encouraged to attend.	EUCHRE/BRIDGE Euchre will be on Thurs. Feb 15 and Bridge will be on Monday Feb. 26, both at 7:00 PM. Last months Euchre winners were: 1st. Marlyn Jenner 2nd. Jerry Lehkamp 3rd. Chas. Gerhardstein NOTE OF CONDOLENCE The Chardonnay Community would like to express their deepest sympathy to the family of Trulin Mullins in his passing. His presence in the community will be sorely missed. LETTERS OF THANKS ******* Thanks for all the prayers, good wishes, cards and phone messages that I received while in the hospital. It is nice to have such good neighbors. Mary L. Zimmerman ******* A great big thank you for the get-well cards, food and especially the prayers. I ask you to please keep me in your prayers. Kathy Frambes REMEMBRANCE LANE Work has begun by the Chain Gang to establish a “Remembrance Lane” around our new pool area patio. Residents who have died while living at Chardonnay, will be remembered with their names engraved on a brick which will be placed around the patio. If you would care to contribute to this project or wish more information, contact Nancy Trowbridge at 442-0244. ANNUAL HOMEOWNERS MEETING The Annual meeting was well attended. We had a total attendance of 66 people representing 50 homeowners. There were 12 proxy ballots and 12 absentee ballots for a total of 74 votes. We needed 50 owners in attendance or by proxy and we had 62. A big thanks to all the owners who participated in their community election. Thanks to the Chain Gang for supplying all the refreshments for the meeting. As usual, we had plenty of goodies. BOARD MEETINGS The Board Meetings for 2007 will be held every other month starting in March. The meetings will be held on the 3rd Thursday of the month in the clubhouse starting a 7:00 PM. BINGO February’s Bingo session was well attended. Approximately 18 players participated. Rick Eglian was one of the big winners. There was no winner to the, so the pot will increase again next month, just waiting for you to win. Please plan to attend for a fun session.
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MONTHLY DINNER Contact either Rhoda Frankerl (781-0555) or Mary Gerhardstein (441-8510) for reservations. The February dinner date will be Feb. 6, at 6 PM at O’Charley’s, Cold Spring.. ******** The Chain Gang is now planning their annual pancake breakfast to be held next month on Saturday March 24th. ***** Remember the Monte Carlo Night? Well get ready, as the Social Club is working on this night to be held on Friday Mar. 16th. If you missed last years, you missed out on a fun time. ***** Further details on these events will follow in next month’s newsletter. ANSWERS TO JANUARY PUZZLE Solve each of the anagrams below to give the name of a well- known U. S. City. NERO (RENO) TOOLED (TOLEDO) MEALS (SALEM) PARSEC (CASPER) SAULT (TULSA) DOTTIER (DETROIT) NERVED (DENVER) AGROUND (DURANGO) ORDEAL (LOREDO) LARDOON (ORLANDO) COUNTS (TUCSON) DOMAINS (MADISON) FREONS (FRESNO) TRADUCE (DECATUR) TENDON (DENTON) VAUNTER (VENTURA) OILMEN ( MOLINE) OPERANTS (PATERSON) ASLOPE (EL PASO) SALVAGES (LAS VEGAS) MAILER (ELMIRA) HEADROOM (MOORHEAD) WADERS (SEWARD) DIAGNOSE (SAN DIEGO) Congratulations to Judi and Alan Hahn for the first submitted answers to the puzzle.**	FEBRUARY RIDDLE 1. What goes into cold water red and comes out black? 2, What goes into hot water black and comes out red? 3. What is put on the table, cut, but never eaten? 4. I am the beginning of sorrow, and the end of sickness. You cannot express happiness with- out me, yet I am in the midst of crosses. I am always in risk, yet never in danger. You may find me in the sun, but I am never out of darkness. What am I? GRAPEVINE DUE DATE The due date for input for March’s Grapevine will be February 25, 2007. Please e-mail the editor with any input you may have FOR YOUR INFORMATION WEB SITE – www.chardonnayhome.com BOARD Bill Frambes, President 781-8852 wframbes1@insightbb.com Alan Hahn, VP 781-6329 ralanhahn@insightbb.com Marge Rauch, Secretary mrauch41@netzero.com Paul Ford, Treasurer sunsetfords@aol.com Ned Barnes, Member at large 441-1002 nedbett@fuse.net FOR PROBLEMS, COMPLAINTS & VIOLATIONS, CALL Lydia Peeno, Towne Properties 291-5858 LydiaP@tp1.com Pat Kerner, Towne Properties 291-5858 PatK@tp1.com COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS Architect Maintenance – Dave Trowbridge 442-0244 Nanctr1400@aol.com Co-Architect Maintenance – Ron Culp 781-8852 rculp2@insightbb.com Finance – Bill Frambes 781-8852 wframbes1@insightbb.com Landscape – Beth Maggard 781-9138 childbeth3@fuse.net Pool – Barb Culp 781-6910 rculp2@insightbb.com Social – Pat Rummel 441-1088 rprummel@peoplepe.com Welcome – Judi Hahn 781-6329 judihahn@insightbb.com Clubhouse Coordinator – Rhoda Wheeler 441-6185 whlrwheeler@aol.com Clubhouse Co-Coordinator – Rhonda Brandt 866-2182 Ronda.brandt@insightbb.com Editor – Ron Culp 781-6910 rculp2@insightbb.com

Chardonnay Grapevine February 2007

FROM THE BOARD

Chardonnay Grapevine
February 2007