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Issue No. 37
May 2014
In This Issue
Neighborhood Housing Report
Classifieds
See Downton Abbey costumes
Community Events and Notices
Treasurer's Report
Local Happenings
Courtesy of Ann Chumney, Coldwell Banker Agent Ann Chumney, Coldwell Banker and 18-year Bay Hills Resident

The spring real estate market is in full swing. Whether you're considering putting your house on the market or just curious, see what's for sale and what has sold in our community in this month's neighborhood housing report.

To read this month's neighborhood housing report, click here.  

Welcome! 

 
Greetings, neighbors.

Thanks to all who participated in the spring yard sale. What great weather! I hope everyone had a successful day.

Facilities Updates
We finally have some news about the sinkholes at the basketball courts.  The county has approved plans and funding to replace the entire drainage pipe system and rebuild the feeder system by the pond. It's going to be a rather large project. They are trying to coordinate this during the next summer or two when there are no school buses. When this starts depends on the permit process. It could be months or up to two years before it gets done.

We painted the tables in the pavilion and adjusted the timer so the lights come on when it gets dark.

Just a reminder that as you consider putting in a fence this season, consider the covenants:

Covenants Excerpt
6. No building or other structure shall be erected, converted, permitted, maintained or operated on any lot for any purpose other than a single-family residential use; only one such structure shall be permitted on each lot, and no outbuilding or detached garage whatever shall be permitted in connection therewith, unless, prior to construction thereof, and at the expense of the lot owner, construction plans and specifications and a plan showing the location of the structure have been submitted to and approved by an architect and committee as selected and designated by the Owner from time to time, as to, but not limited to, quality of workmanship and material, harmony of external design and finish material, including paint colors, with existing structures and as to location with respect to topography and finish grade elevation. No fence or wall shall be erected, placed or altered on any lot unless the plans therefore are similarly submitted to and approved by said architect. Architect committee's approval or disapproval as required in these covenants shall be in writing and shall be rendered within thirty (30) days after plans and specifications have been submitted to him. Failure by the architect to approve or disapprove within such 30 day period shall be construed as approval and full compliance with the requirements of the paragraph.

Next Board Meeting
Please join us for the May BHCA board meeting on Tuesday, May 13 at 7:30 p.m. at O'Loughlin's.

Sincerely,

Paul Cain
BHCA President


Classifieds   

 

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.
Riverbay Roadhouse
Downton Abbey Comes to Winterthur
Join Anne Arundell Towne Questers to see the costumes of
Downton Abbey
 
Winterthur Museum is hosting the U.S. premier of "Costumes of Downton Abbey." Forty historically accurate costumes that were used in the show will be displayed, as well as photographs and vignettes that were inspired by the popular TV show. The exhibit allows visitors to step into and experience the fictional world of Downton Abbey as well as the contrasting world of Winterthur founder Henry Francis DuPont and his contemporaries.

Join Anne Arundell Towne Questers on a trip to see the "Costumes of Downton Abbey" Saturday, November 8, 2014. The trip is open to non-Questers. Mark your calendar and sign up today so you don't miss out. Details below. Funds benefit the Questers' preservation and restoration project.

What: "Costumes of Downton Abbey" at Winterthur Museum
When: Saturday, November 8, 2014, 7 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Cost: $82.50, $40 deposit due when you sign up
Contact: Judy Roblyer 410-757-6226 or mjroblyer@verizon.net
Info and Signup: Click here for the sign up sheet and schedule
 


Community Events and Notices

 

Bay Hills Community Association Meeting  

Tues., May 13, 7:30 p.m.

The Bay Hills Community Association will hold the next meeting on Tuesday, May 13 at 7:30 p.m. at O'Loughlin's. Please note that we changed the date to the second Tuesday of the month for this month only due to scheduling conflicts.  

     

Bay Hills Book Club

No book club information was submitted for this issue. For more information, contact Maureen Lamson at maureenlamson@hotmail.com.   

Recycling in Arnold Park
The county will provide dumpsters in Bay Hills this October, but if you need to get rid of stuff now, try the dumpsters located in Arnold Park. You can bring anything you would normally put in your at-home recycling container, and it saves you from having to keep cardboard boxes piled up--or anything else that fills the container quickly. For more information, visit recyclemoreoften.com. Click on "Recycling Information," then "Parks."

Boy Scouts to Put Up "Keep Kids Alive Drive 25" Signs
A Boy Scout troop will be putting up "Keep Kids Alive Drive 25" signs in the neighborhood as a reminder that driving under 25 mph saves lives. We are waiting for the weather to clear up before setting a date. We will send a notice out once the date has been determined. To learn more about the campaign, click here.

   

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.  


April 2014 Treasurer's Report 

Account balances as of March 31, 2014    

 

Summary

Total Assets        $92,213.10
Total Revenues       $13,838.94
Total Expenditures       $5,116.79

Year-to-Date Revenue       $58,433.78
Year-to-Date Expenditures       $11,717.52
NET TOTAL        $46,716.26 


Local May Happenings
The Broadneck peninsula and surrounding Annapolis area welcome a plethora of events each month. Take advantage of all our area has to offer, or use this information to plan travel wisely. Find more events at visitannapolis.org/explore.

Designed for Flowers: Contemporary Japanese Ceramics
Feb. 23 - May 11
Hours: Museum hours: Wed. - Sun. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Thurs. 5 - 9 p.m.
Admission: $10 adults, $8 seniors, $6 students/young adults (18-25), 17 and under are free, members are free. Show is free between 5 - 9 p.m. Thursdays, sponsored by Constellation Energy. General admission to the Walters' permanent collection is free.
Location: Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles St., Baltimore, MD 21201
Info: walters.org or call 410-547-9000, ext. 277
About: Admire the beauty and power of Japanese vases from the Betsy and Robert Feinberg Collection, the newest addition to the Walters Art Museum.

May Day and the 58th Annual May Basket Competition
May 1
Hours: All day. Displays must be out by 10 a.m. for judging
Admission: Free
Location: Downtown Annapolis
About: Considered to be one of the most beautiful days in Downtown Annapolis, May Day greets visitors and area residents with door after door of baskets filled with colorful spring flowers. Stroll the streets of Downtown Annapolis, including Murray Hill, with camera in hand. The William Paca House and Gardens also offers free May Day tours from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Day Out with Thomas the Tank Engine
May 2 - May 4
Hours: Friday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sunday 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Admission: $20 for ages two and up
Location: Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Museum
Info: borail.org/dowt
About: A day the kids will love. Take a 25-minute train ride with Thomas the Tank Engine, meet Sir Topham Hatt, and enjoy a full day of live entertainment, activities, and family fun.

Severna Park United Methodist Church Yard Sale
May 3
Hours: Yard sale 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. May 3. Drop-off donations 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. May 1, and 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. May 2
Location: Severna Park United Methodist Church, 731 Benfield Rd., Severna Park
Info: severnaparkumc.org
About: Severna Park United Methodist Church will be having their semi-yearly yard sale on May 3. If you didn't sell your items at the Bay Hills yard sale, have leftovers after the sale, or don't want the hassle of someone offering you 5 cents for an item that you put a quarter on, then consider donating your items to the church yard sale. Or shop the sale for some great finds! Drop off items at the back of the church during drop-off times noted above, and receive a tax receipt.

Naptown BarBAYq
May 3 - May 4
Hours: Saturday 11 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sunday noon - 6 p.m.
Admission: $15, kids under 13 free
Location: Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds, 1450 General's Hwy, Crownsville
Info: barbayq.com
About: Enjoy live music, great food, activities for all ages, cooking demonstrations, and a barbecue competition, all to benefit Anne Arundel Medical Center's Pediatric Unit and the Boys and Girls Clubs.

First Sunday Arts Festival
May 4 - October 5 (recurring monthly)
Hours: noon - 5 p.m.
Location: First block of West and Calvert Streets, Annapolis
Admission: Free
Info: firstsundayarts.com
About: A portion of historic West Street and beyond is transformed into a fun festival of live music, dance, art, and crafts. Enjoy an afternoon outdoors with more than 100 booths of vendors. Select West Street restaurants offer special coupons and become outdoor cafes for the perfect spot to enjoy the action.

Mother's Day
May 11

USNA Commissioning Week
May 19 - May 23
Approximately 1,000 midshipmen will graduate, and Annapolis will be busy with activity, visitors, and heavy traffic. Plan accordingly. Graduation is May 23. A full schedule of events can be viewed at usna.edu.

Blue Angels Air Show
May 21 (practice on May 20)
Hours: 11: 30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Location: Can be seen from various locations around Annapolis and from the water.
Admission: Free
About: Watch the Blue Angels soar above Annapolis performing their amazing aero-acrobatics.

Brew at the Zoo and Wine Too
May 24 - May 25
Hours: 1 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Location: Maryland Zoo in Baltimore
Admission: Over 21 - $45, under 21/designated driver - $25
Info: marylandzoo.org
About: Raise your glass to the Maryland Zoo's largest fundraiser of the year, combining food and beverages with live music and fun. Your ticket entitles you to unlimited beer and wine samplings, a commemorative tasting glass, live bands, access to food and artisan vendors, and admission to the Zoo. VIP packages are also available.