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Issue No. 31
| November 2013
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Courtesy of Ann Chumney, Coldwell Banker Agent  and 18-year Bay Hills ResidentAs a resident of Bay Hills for 18 years and real estate agent for 25 years, I look forward to getting the prices back up in our neighborhood this year.
To read this month's neighborhood housing report, click here.
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Welcome!
Greetings Neighbors,
Happy Fall to everyone. If you have gotten a speeding ticket or a ticket for running a stop sign, sorry, but we have asked the police to visit our area more often.
Annual Meeting Notes
Our turnout for the annual meeting was:
Board Members 8
Citizens 7
So, you all either a) think we are doing a great job, or b) don't care. Hopefully it's the former.
Our Facebook presence continues to grow, with 138 likes and more than 5,000 views of our post regarding the taxi cab driver awhile back. I think our community is as safe as ever, but with technology today, it seems everything gets reported and we just have to pay attention to the neighborhood surroundings, etc.
Budget Comments and Responses
In addition to the minutes, I wanted to put in the letter my responses to the issues people had regarding our budget and comments that were made. Click here to read comments residents made on the budget and my responses.
Our next board meeting will be Tuesday, November 12, at O'Loughlins. Come join us, like us on Facebook, email me at president@bayhillsonline.com, or call me at 410-349-8119.
Thanks,
Paul Cain
BHCA President
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Community Events and Notices Bay Hills Community Association Annual Meeting Tuesday, November 5, 7:30 p.m.
The Bay Hills Community Association will hold our monthly meeting on Tuesday, November 5 at 7:30 p.m. at O'Loughlin's. We discuss community improvements, concerns, innovations, and ideas. Please join us.
Join Troop 835
Troop 835 of the Boy Scouts of America invites boys ages 11 to 18 to join Troop 835. We have camping trips nearly every month of the school year. The Troop meetings are on Thursday evenings at 7 p.m. at the Ulmstead Barn. Please call Assistant Scoutmaster, David Haglund at 410-757-1134.
Bay Hills Book Club
The book club will continue to read A Tale For The Time Being, by Ruth Ozeki. For more information, please contact Maureen Lamson at maureenlamson@hotmail.com. New members are welcome.
Welcome New Residents! If you are new or have a new neighbor, we would like to drop off a welcome bag from the Bay Hills Community Association. Additionally, if you have a business, we would be happy to include one of your business cards in the welcome bag. Please contact Diane Ireland at 410-626-7130. BHCA Resale Packets
If you are selling a home in the community, please contact Bay West Management to obtain a resale packet. The packet contains the community's by-laws, covenants, and community regulations. The packet should be furnished to the buyer prior to the property sale closing. Bay West will confirm if there is any balance due on the homeowner's account before releasing the packet.
Sellers are expected to clear their BHCA account prior to closing on a home sale. The title company representing the buyer is required by law to research obligations related to a property. These obligations include homeowner association memberships, outstanding dues, liens, etc. To request a resale packet, contact Michelle Boss or Ralph Hudson at Bay West: 410-897-0207.
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October 2013 Treasurer's Report
Account balances as of September 30, 2013
Summary
Total Assets $61,449.82
Total Revenues $412.58
Total Expenditures $7,446.52
Year-to-Date Revenue $71,086.50
Year-to-Date Expenditures $51,505.84
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AT&T Digital Life
Home Security and Automation in the Palm of Your Hand
By Matt Cassell
Ever wondered if you remembered to lock the door when you left for work in the morning? Or maybe if you turned the air conditioning off while on vacation? What about seeing what time the kids got home and if they actually did their homework before they started playing video games? Well now you can with Digital Life - AT&T's newest addition to its line of wireless solutions.
Digital Life offers the safety of keeping your home secure with Smart Security while adding the ease and comfort of Home Automation. Starting at $39.99/month and $149.99 installed Smart Security has everything you need to monitor and access your home's security system from your computer, smart phone or tablet. See the status of your home's security, receive text and video alerts of events at home, arm or disarm your alarm, and monitor doors, windows and motion sensors.
Wonder what Fido is doing during the day while you're at work? With our Camera Package you can check in on pets while at work. Keep an eye on housekeepers. See the kids get inside safely after school. Video is the first step to total home security.
Want to save on your expensive energy bills? With the Energy Package remotely adjust temperature on the way home, turn lights on and off remotely. Wondering if you locked the door before you left? Check from your computer, smart phone, or tablet with our Door Package. Let the kids in remotely if they forget their keys.
Leaky basement keeping you on edge during every rainstorm? Worry no more with Digital Life's Water Package. In addition to monitoring water conditions and being immediately notified if water is present, you can add water control to remotely shutoff water mains when needed.
For more details on AT&T's Digital Life, or to set up a free home consultation, call Matt Cassell at 410-372-4375 or email me at matthew.cassell@talkcei.com. You can also visit the AT&T Digital Life website at https://my-digitallife.att.com/learn. Let me help you turn your home into an AT&T Smart Home!
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Local November Happenings
The Broadneck peninsula and surrounding Annapolis area welcome a plethora of events each month, especially in the fall. Take advantage of all our area has to offer, or use this information to plan travel wisely. Find more events at visitannapolis.org/explore.
Annapolis by Candlelight  Fri. Nov. 1 and Sat., Nov. 2, 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Enjoy America's first capital by candlelight on a walking tour of private homes. Different homes and neighborhoods are showcased each year. Tickets $35. Click here for more info.  16th Annual Maritime Republic of Eastport Tug of WarSat. Nov. 2, NoonThe classic rivalry continues between Annapolis Proper and the Maritime Republic of Eastport. Nearly 500 tuggers will gather on either side of Spa Creek -- Susan Campbell Park in Annapolis and Second Street in Eastport. Come join in the fun and cheer on your favorite side. Click here for more info. Market and Trades Day at Historic London Town and Gardens
Sun. Nov. 10, Noon - 4 p.m.Experience life in a colonial Chesapeake town during this exciting living history day. Colonial games for kids, vendors providing colonial-style goods. Click here for more info. Lights on the Bay Sun. Nov. 17 - Wed. Jan. 1, 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. nightly, weather permitting Drive through the spectacular bayside holiday lights show at Sandy Point State Park featuring traditional Maryland-themed favorite displays alongside holiday and children's displays. Proceeds benefit Anne Arundel Medical Center. Fourth Street Black Friday Art Stroll and Pub Walk Fri. Nov. 29, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Enjoy an easy, fun-filled neighborhood event featuring food, drinks, and artwork on Fourth Street in Annapolis. Holiday Festival of Trains and Toys  Fri. Nov. 29 - Tues. Dec. 31, times below Celebrate the season at the area's largest holiday display of toy and model train layouts at the B&O Railroad Museum in Baltimore. Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive by locomotive to the Roundhouse at 10:30 a.m. Fri. Nov. 29. Weekend train rides and weekend photo opportunities with Santa and Frosty the Snowman. Fun for all ages. Times: Mon. - Sat. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Click here for more info.
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Reader Ads
The BHCA welcomes ads from residents for non-commercial services and items for sale. Submit your ad by the 15th of the month prior to Beacon@BayHillsOnline.com with your name, address, and dates to run. Please keep ads to 30 words or less. Ads may be edited for style and length.
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