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notices around community safety (crime occurring in community, etc.)

Sea Links at Birch Bay – Second Quarter 2024 Newsletter

First Quarter is behind us, and we are looking forward to some community activities planned for this summer.

Upcoming Events:

Community Cleanup and BBQ – Saturday June 22nd 10am-Noon

    • Since we are unable to find a company to sweep our streets, we are proposing a Community Clean Up followed by a Community BBQ.  
    • Clean up Saturday June 22nd 10am-Noon Asking residents to sweep curb  and street in front of their homes and assist neighbors who are unable to participate. Dump Trailer will be available to dispose of yard debris.
    • Board hosted BBQ of hot dogs and chips from Noon-2pm Wedgewood Court. Bring your chair and beverage and get to know our neighbors.

    Community Garage Sale – Saturday July 27th 8am-1pm.

      • If you are interested in serving on the planning committee, please email the board at sealinksboard@gmail.com

      Pat Achey resigned as Treasurer effective April 1, 2024. Chris Ordal will be the interim Treasurer until the General Meeting in October 2024. Welcome Chris and thank you for volunteering to fill this volunteer position.

      The Board did a neighborhood drive around observing properties for possible violation to our CC&Rs and Rules and Regulations.  We saw a potential 43 violations, the violations mainly consisted of Parking, Storage, Maintenance of Lots, and animals. Homeowners and renters are being given time to resolve the issues before warning letters are sent.  We will do another review of the neighborhood and any violation after May 17, 2024, will receive a warning letter followed by possible fines. All Sea Links Governing Documents can be found at Sealinksbirchbay.org or feel free to contact the board with questions.

      Spring is here, just a few friendly reminders to keep our community looking GOOD!!!

      • Maintenance of Lots – Developed lawns must be mowed 2 times a month. Brush and grass clippings must be removed from Sea Links or deposited in SSC Yard Waste bin. No grass clippings on the street. No plants, lawns, weeds extend beyond the road curb. Sweep debris from roadside curb.
      • Parking – Curbside parking is intended to be used solely for visitors.  Automobiles shall not remain parked curbside for more than 24 consecutive hours and shall not be moved from curbside location to another curbside location. No resident should be parking curbside on a regular basis. Boats, trailers, RVs of any type and inoperable vehicles are not to be parked on the street or driveway at any time.
      • Storage – Inoperable or non-licensed vehicles, appliances, refuse, garbage cans, recreational vehicles, including boats, trailers, motor homes shall not be kept, maintained or stored on any lots unless they are enclosed in a garage, or other screened areas.
      • Fires – Outdoors fires, including wood, trash, debris burning fire pits are not permitted. Outdoor barbecues are permitted in appropriate devices. There will be no initial warning, and the local Fire Department will be called.
      • Animals – Dogs shall be on a leash outside the limits of the dog owner’s lot. Dogs may not be allowed to roam loose, run on other owner’s property or Golf Course property. It is unlawful to keep a dog that frequently, or habitually howls, barks, or otherwise produces loud noises that annoy or disturb other residents. Property owners should contact Whatcom County Humane Society to report owners who have dogs that violate this law.
      May 5, 2024 in Board of Directors, Community, Community Activities, Community Documents, Community Maintenance, Design Control Committee, Safety

      1.18.24 Help needed with Storm Drains

      With all the snow we have a possibility of flooding. If you have a storm drain near your home, could you please clear the drain of snow, ice and debris. Hopefully this will give the melted snow a place to go.
       
      Thanks and Stay Safe.
      Myra Whiting,
      President Sea Links Association

       

      January 18, 2024 in Community, Safety

      Volunteers needed August 5, 2023

      As many of you may be aware a tribute to the Mt. Baker Blues Festival will be held on August 5th starting at 11am in the “Festival Area” behind CJ’s Beachhouse/Beach Bar/Beach Cat Brewing/WorldMark. We are asking for volunteers to assist at the lower gate/bridge area to make sure we don’t have any overflow or unwanted visitors in our community. Please send an email to the board if you are interested in volunteering some time. Sealinksboard@gmail.com. Pat Achey the HOA Treasurer will be heading up the volunteers. 

       

      July 28, 2023 in Community, Safety

      Back Lit Key Pad upgrade for the Front Gate to be installed Monday, January 28, 2019

      At the  Annual Membership meeting, Dec. 8, 2018, a request was made to have a light installed on the front gate’s keypad. Members said it was too dark to see the keypad numbers for easy input to open the gate at night  time.

      The SLCA Board of Directors have approved the installation of a new back lit key pad that will glow in the dark for easy access to input the proper code to open the front gates.

      Thank you to our members for bringing this to our attention. We are happy to be able to respond quickly to your feedback. The Back Lit Keypad will be installed at the same time as the TOMAR Strobe switch and Photo Eye to minimize cost on January 28, 2019.

      Jane Mauk

      SLCA Secretary

      January 25, 2019 in Board of Directors, Community, Community Maintenance, Safety

      Front Gate Equipment Upgrade: TOMAR Strobeswith and Photo Eye to be installed Monday, January 28, 2019

      The Sea Links Community Association (SLCA)  Board of Directors have approved the installation of a TOMAR Strobeswitch and Photo Eye at the Front Gate on Monday, January 28, 2019. We are replacing safety  equipment which allows for automatic opening of our front gate for emergency vehicles.

      The solid state equipment is activated by the emergency vehicle’s flashing lights up to 200 feet typically. The unit’s internal red LED illuminates whenever a proper optical signal is received, thereby opening the front gates for easy access during emergency situations.

      We are dedicated to the purpose of the SLCA to promote safety, health, well-being and enjoyment of its members.

      Jane Mauk

      SLCA Secretary

      January 25, 2019 in Board of Directors, Community, Community Maintenance, Safety

      Suspicious activity noticed

      A black older model Honda or Saturn was seen parked beside the vacant lots on East Golf Course Drive last Saturday.  The driver was seen looking at the homes across the road.  A second male from the car was seen walking up to a home’s front door, snapping a picture of the garage door key pad with his cell phone and returning to the car.  They then drove off.  Both were male.  The driver was heavy set with dark hair.  The second man was taller than the first, with a beer gut.

      The police were called and given the car’s plate number.  The observer was told that the plate did not belong to the vehicle being driven.

      August 2, 2016 in Community, Safety

      Car prowling occurs in community

      Two homeowners have reported that their unlocked cars were gone through the night of May 15th.  The glove box and console doors were left open and things were moved around.  But nothing was found missing.  One car was in the owner’s garage where the garage door was accidently left open overnight.  The other car was in the owner’s driveway.  Both cars were unlocked.  As a reminder, be sure to keep your cars locked and outside lights on.

      Posted on previous website May 17, 2016, 8:57 AM by s.lahn@comcast.net

      May 18, 2016 in Community, Safety