Hello Neighbors,

Pool Opens Next Weekend
The 2021 pool season it right around the corner, and Opening Day is Saturday May 29th! The Board has been closely following changes and updates to CDC and Montgomery County Health Guidelines, and we are excited that things look to be trending towards a more full opening. At the moment, however, (and as many of you have noticed) the pool furniture has currently been placed around the deck at 50% occupancy levels, which was consistent with the health guidelines as of the latest Board meeting in April. However, the Board continues to monitor the latest changes to Guidelines, and it is possible that more furniture may be placed out during the coming days, as we get closer to Opening Day.

We will continue to keep the community updated and aware of what the Pool Season will look like come Opening Day and beyond, as health guidelines are ever and rapidly changing. In the meantime, the latest approved Pool Operating and COVID procedures (as of April 2020) have been posted to our web site here. Although, as mentioned above, it is possible that they will be changing prior to Opening Day, or soon thereafter. We will keep everyone posted.

Lower Lever Remodel Complete
The Board is excited to share that construction is now complete on the remodel of the Clubhouse’s Lower Level. With this remodel, the kitchenette has been modernized with all new appliances, the storage areas have been be greatly increased, and the newly installed flooring will be better able to withstand heavy all-purpose use.

The Board would again like to thank fellow neighbors, Marc Feinstein and Nick Bobruska, for their continued efforts and time to help this project become a reality. Feel free to swing by and take a look in person, or take a look at some of the pictures on our web site here.

2021 Neighborhood Social Calendar
Given the current ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the 2021 neighborhood social calendar remains in a state of flux, as we monitor the ever changing CDC and local jurisdiction guidelines. However, the Social Committee hopes to add more social events to the calendar as restrictions allow. In the meantime we continue to host outdoor movie nights and food trucks at the clubhouse. Please see the calendar on our web site here for details and full schedule, and please check our web site throughout the year for updates.

Neighborhood Web Site
This email communication as well all previous HOA emails are always cross-posted in the “News” section of the Washingtonian Woods Web Site (www.washwoods.org). Neighbors are encouraged to reference our web site as it contains helpful links, documentation, and neighborhood information.

Next Board Meeting – May 25, 2021, 7pm
The Association holds monthly Board meetings on the 4th Tuesday of every month (with the exception of December.) The meetings start at 7pm and are usually held in the upper level of the clubhouse. However, due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, the Board meetings are occurring over Zoom until further notice.

Due to privacy concerns and a need to verify attendance, the Board has decided not to post meeting Zoom links in a public forum. Rather, all residents interested in attending a Board meeting should reach out to Tim Mulford ([email protected]), and Tim will provide the appropriate Zoom link once available. We thank you for your patience and understanding, and we hope to be back to in-person meetings sometime soon.

Our next meeting is Tuesday, May 25, 2021.

We hope everyone is staying safe and well.

Thank you,
Glenn Watts
Board of Directors, Washingtonian Woods HOA
www.washwoods.org

Hello Neighbors,

The Washingtonian Woods Social Committee is happy to present the May Food Truck Schedule, Drive-in Movie and another Neighborhood Letter Search!!

May Food Truck Schedule
Where: Clubhouse Parking Lot
Times: 5 pm – 7 pm, unless otherwise noted

Friday 5/7 — SmoQed
Saturday 5/8 — Neil’s Bagels
Friday 5/14 — Big Greek on Wheels
Thursday 5/20 — Schmaltz Bros
Sunday 5/23 — CB Açaí Bowl  (10am – 1pm)
Wednesday 5/26 — Prescription Chicken
Friday 5/28 — The Shell Shack
Saturday 5/29 — I C Dream  (2pm – 4pm)

Disclaimer: vendors are not paid in advance for securing reservation. Vendors have a right to cancel reservation as they see necessary (usually this is in the case of poor weather.)

Unless otherwise noted, the above are “dinner time” trucks and have base hours of 5pm – 7pm.  Hours, menu and any order ahead information will be given the week of the booking on the Facebook page (join here if you haven’t found us yet: https://www.facebook.com/groups/101693068816/?ref=share )

Drive-in Movie Night is Back!
When: Friday, May 14th
Movie: The Mitchells vs. the Machines
Time: Lot opens at 7:30pm; movie starts at 8pm

The Washingtonian Woods Social Committee is hosting our second drive-in movie of the spring at the Clubhouse on Friday, May 14th. We will be showing The Mitchells vs. the Machines. The movie lot will open at 7:30pm, and the movie will begin at 8pm. Big Greek on Wheels will be onsite until 7pm if you want to order dinner before the movie. Please note masks must be worn at all times in the viewing area, except when eating or drinking or seated in your car.

There are two “seating options,” available. Sign up and waivers are necessary. Due to the waiver, you must access this from a computer, mobile app will not work. Set up and take down help is needed!

Sign-up here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0F48ABAF22A57-washingtonian7

Memorial Day Neighborhood Letter Search
Letter Search will be back over Memorial Day! Get out of the house with the family and snap photos of your self with the ‘Sign Gypsies Moco’ letter search. More details the week before on the FB page.  Prizes will be awarded!

Due to COVID restrictions, the Social Committee still won’t be back to fully planned events just yet, but we hope to spread some fun over the next few months.

We hope everyone is staying safe and well.

Thank you,
Glenn Watts
Board of Directors, Washingtonian Woods HOA

Hello Neighbors,

Annual Spring Property Inspections
Annual compliance reviews are scheduled to begin in the next week or so for all owners of single family homes in Washingtonian Woods. These inspections are to verify that every property is in full compliance with the Association’s governing documents, and the reviews are conducted during this time of year in order to give everyone an opportunity to make necessary corrections and repairs during the best possible weather conditions. Please note the Annual Compliance Review is in addition to regular drive through visits. The reviews are done from the streets and common areas, and may include photos. Please be aware, no one will be coming onto your property.

Below is a partial check-list for your reference:
• All roof shingles and exterior siding are in place
• All exterior brick, stone, and siding is clean and free of stains
• All exterior trim, features, and cornice are in place and in good shape
• Exterior lighting is functioning and in good shape
• Garage doors are in good shape
• All shutters are in place, the same color and not faded
• Mailboxes are straight and have the address present
• Mulch beds are free of weeds
• Plant material and trees (including branches), are in good shape
• Fence, if applicable, is in good shape
• Deck, if applicable, is in good shape

If you receive a compliance notice, and need additional time to address the condition, please contact PMP at 301-963-3337 or [email protected], to request an extension.

Your efforts in keeping Washingtonian Woods an attractive and appealing community in which to live are very much appreciated.

We hope everyone is staying safe and well.

Thank you,
Glenn Watts
Board of Directors, Washingtonian Woods HOA

Hello Neighbors,

Join us for Pizza and a Movie!
The Washingtonian Woods Social Committee is hosting its first drive-in movie of the spring at the Clubhouse tomorrow — Friday, April 16th!  We would like to allow social distancing family groups to bring chairs and sit in the area directly in front of the clubhouse (Marked in Sign Up as BYO Chairs).  For those of you concerned about the cold, the wings of the parking lot and spaces just beyond the island will be marked to allow the distancing of cars.  We can accommodate up to 8 cars and 14 groups of families.

Feature Movie
Raya and the Last Dragon
Set up starts a 7pm, movie starts at 7:30pm

Reservation, Sign-up & Waiver
We are still following the same COVID protocols as last season. There are limited spaces and reservations must be made. All neighbors must wear a mask when not eating or drinking. Must remain in family spaces during movie. Must sign waiver to attend.

Sign up using the following Sign-up Genius (Use a computer please. There is trouble accessing it from phones): https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0f48abaf22a57-washingtonian6

Brick N Fire Pizza
Brick N Fire pizza will also be at the clubhouse parking lot Friday 4/16 from 4:30pm – 7:30pm.
There is limited online preorders available, order ahead to pick up at specified time — perfect to grab on the way home from work, or enjoy during the movie!

To view the menu, or place a pre-order, please click on the link below:
https://www.bestfoodtrucks.com/truck/bricknfire-pizza-company

Hope to see you there, and hope that everyone is staying safe and well.

Thank you,
Glenn Watts
Board of Directors, Washingtonian Woods HOA

Hello Neighbors,

Public Meeting: Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center at Belward Farm
A virtual informational meeting regarding the above-referenced project has been scheduled for Thursday, March 18, 2021 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The presentation materials for the meeting will be available for viewing and downloading online beginning on March 11, 2021 at:
https://miles.sharefile.com/d-s2cfcbcafb7c64bd0b21f223ab90ab5a6

All neighbors and members of the public are welcome to join this meeting by typing the following link into your browser: https://webinar.ringcentral.com/j/1483357620

The purpose of this virtual meeting is to review the proposed Site Plan application and answer questions regarding the proposed project. Please click here to download further meeting details.

Election Results
At the rescheduled annual meeting, which occurred on February 23, 2021, the following residents were elected to the Board:

Stephanie Cash
Jack Bollini
Russ Dalin

Thank you to all residents who offered to volunteer their time by running for a position on the Board.

Board Meetings
The Association holds monthly Board meetings on the 4th Tuesday of every month (with the exception of December.) The meetings start at 7pm and are usually held in the upper level of the clubhouse. However, due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, the Board meetings are occurring over Zoom until further notice.

Due to privacy concerns and a need to verify attendance, the Board has decided not to post meeting Zoom links in a public forum. Rather, all residents interested in attending a Board meeting should reach out to Tim Mulford ([email protected]), and Tim will provide the appropriate Zoom link once available. We thank you for your patience and understanding, and we hope to be back to in-person meetings sometime soon.

Our next meeting is Tuesday, March 23, 2021.

We hope everyone is staying safe and well.

Thank you,
Glenn Watts
Board of Directors, Washingtonian Woods HOA

Hello Neighbors,

Just a quick note to let everyone know about the holiday trash schedule this week and next for the Washingtonian Woods singe family homes.

Please note that the trash pickups for both Friday services (Dec. 25^th and Jan. 1st) will be postponed to the next regular trash day (Tuesday, December 29^th and Tuesday, January 5^th).

We hope everyone is staying safe and well, and wish everyone a happy holiday season.

Thank you,
Glenn Watts
Board of Directors, Washingtonian Woods HOA

Hello Neighbors,

Clubhouse Lower Level Remodel
The Board is excited to share that construction has begun on the remodel of the Clubhouse’s Lower Level. With this remodel, the kitchenette will be modernized with all new appliances, storage areas will be greatly increased, and newly installed flooring will be better able to withstand heavy all-purpose use.

The Board would like to thank fellow neighbors, Marc Feinstein and Nick Bobruska, for their continued efforts and time to help this project become a reality. We expect construction to be completed within the next month or so. In the meantime, you may see the original architectural renderings as well as a few construction photos below.

Neighborhood Beautification Efforts
The lower level remodel is the fifth major renovation project that the Board has undertaken over the last 15 years in an ongoing effort to continuously beautify and modernize our neighborhood. Previous modernization projects have included adding a second level to the Clubhouse (2008), modernizing the swimming pool in 2010 (installing new Pavilion, replacing pool deck, pumps, filters, and underwater lights), installing new entrance monuments (2014-2017), working with the City of Gaithersburg on additional neighborhood street lighting (2014), and a major tree re-vitalization project (2015-2019). The Board puts a lot of effort into being responsible fiscal stewards, maintaining its fiduciary obligations, while at the same time responsibly investing in our neighborhood’s beautification efforts. The Board has not raised HOA dues over this time, but rather has been able to keep them at a constant $74/mo, and our financial position continues to remain sound.

Washingtonian Woods Gives Back
A note from neighbors and event organizers Marcie Blackman and Rhonda Haley:
“Washingtonian Woods Neighbors, Families and Friends: Our Washingtonian Woods Gives Back event was a HUGE success. We cannot thank you all enough for your generosity. We are so very fortunate to have had the support of not only those that live in the neighborhood, but others outside of Washingtonian Woods who wanted to help with our efforts this year! With your help we supplied 15 families and a total of 48 children with an amazing holiday!

We want to give an extra special thanks to our elves, Kim Dalin and Marci Millen who helped us wrap, organize and pack up all the gifts on delivery day. Thank you also to our amazing driving elves, Jen Feinstein, Amy Fink, Sue Ann Martin and Angie Watts, who helped deliver more than 50 Santa sacks to their Christmas destinations.

We had so much fun putting this project together. It brought tears to our eyes to see so much generosity and support for this wonderful project. We cannot wait to continue this tradition next year. It takes a village and we are certainly lucky to have this one!

We wish you all a happy and HEALTHY holiday season!”

Washingtonian Woods Trivia Night, This Saturday Night, 8PM
Washingtonian Woods Trivia Night is back…and better than ever this Saturday, December 19 @ 8:00 PM!

One of the most popular and reputable trivia companies in the area, District Trivia (www.district-trivia.com), will be running the show this time around (thank you to Dan Goldsamt and all previous resident hosts!) The “friendly competition” will run for about an hour and be comprised of three rounds of (a wide-variety) questions.

In order to play, sign up here: https://forms.gle/g9KGJbMtCuyRjv2K9. 16 players/teams have already signed up.

At 7:00 PM on Saturday (12/19), neighbor Dan Goldsamt will send out further, more specific directions to those who’ve registered. Share this with your friends (if they live in the neighborhood), with your neighbors (who may also qualify as friends), and with your neighbors’ friends (if they live in Washingtonian Woods).

Looking forward to “seeing” you there!

Neighborhood Web Site
This email communication as well all previous HOA emails are always cross-posted in the “News” section of the Washingtonian Woods Web Site (www.washwoods.org). Neighbors are encouraged to reference our web site as it contains helpful links and neighborhood information.

Thank you,
Glenn Watts
Board of Directors, Washingtonian Woods HOA

Hello Neighbors,

Gaithersburg Invites Public to Help Name New City Park at Former CPSC Site
As previously mentioned, The City of Gaithersburg is building a new park bordering our neighborhood at the former Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) site, located at 10901 Darnestown Road (click here for aerial view).

Residents are invited to suggest names for consideration. Online submissions can be made here through December 7, 2020.

A Park Naming Committee made up of City staff members will review all suggestions and select three to submit to the Mayor and City Council for their final determination. The committee reserves the right to select a name most appropriate for the park based on: geographical location (such as street names, subdivision name, or adjacent school name); historical significance; the passing of an active contributor(s) to the community; or other reasons.

This will be the City’s twenty-eighth park, and its 9.5 acres will feature community gardens, a bicycle skills course, pavilions, a playground, fitness and picnic pods, and a welcome plaza. Explore background material and site plan information for this new park project here. For more information, please call 301-258-6350.

Thank you,
Glenn Watts
Board of Directors, Washingtonian Woods HOA

Hello Neighbors,

The Washingtonian Woods Social Committee has put together several more events for this fall and winter.

Washingtonian Woods Thanksgiving Word Scramble Contest
Neighbors are invited to walk through the neighborhood on Thursday and Friday to spot the letter. Prizes will be awarded on the Facebook page on Saturday. More on this event can be found by downloading this flyer, here.

Movie Night at Clubhouse
Black Friday, as long as the weather holds out, we are planning to have another socially distanced movie at the clubhouse parking lot on Friday, November 27th. Neighbors are invited to register on this Sign-up Genius. There will be a kiddie movie, rated G/PG, at 5o’clock and a PG-13 movie at 7 PM. Choose drive in or chair seating. Bundle up and bring your blankets and hot chocolate.

Washingtonian Woods Gives Back
Washingtonian Woods Gives Back has returned this year. This season the organizers have arranged donations through KINDH. Please register on this Sign-up Genius to purchase a new gift, bring it wrapped and addressed. Drop it at the clubhouse on Saturday, December 12 between 10 AM and 1 PM. The social committee thinks you for your kindness. More on this event can be found by downloading this flyer, here.

Trivia Night is Back!
Our quizmaster, Dan Goldsamt, will be leading the event on Saturday, December 19th at 8PM.  This will be a general knowledge quiz geared towards adults. Please register here and be prepared for 75 questions with your neighbors via Zoom.

Thank you,
Glenn Watts
Board of Directors, Washingtonian Woods HOA

Hello Neighbors,

Halloween House Decorating Contest Winners
Thank you to everyone who helped us continue the great Halloween spirit of Washingtonian Woods by decorating their houses this year! This year the following winners were selected:

2020 Contest Winners
1st Place — 7 Midsummer Court (Lua Party)
2nd Place — 432 Upshire Circle (Skeleton Circus)
3rd Place — 4 Driscoll Court (Demon Party)

If you haven’t yet already, feel free to check out all of the wonderfully decorated homes throughout the neighborhood. Thank you again and we hope everyone has a happy and safe Halloween!

Washingtonian Woods Spooky Trail and Jack-o’-Lantern Lawn
Don’t forget that the Jack-o’-Lantern Lawn and Spooky Trail are happening later on today. Please click here for event details. RSVPs and Waivers required.

• When coming today for the Pumpkin Patch/judging and the Spooky Trail, please remember to check in at the start, which will be in the field of the Washingtonian Woods Park. The trail will end at the clubhouse with a sweet treat!
• Please wear shoes appropriate for the trail.
• Come in costumes if you would like.
• Please remember to wear masks and don’t congregate at the start or end.
• Pumpkins that wish to be judged must be to the patch between 12noon – 2pm and everyone should come judge between 3:30 – 6pm.

If you’re coming to the Spooky Trail today or just want to help, please consider dropping non-perishable donations in the designated box. All food donations will be collected by Boy Scout troop 1760 and donated to Manna. Happy Halloween all!!! Have a safe day.

Fall Loose Leaf Collection
Also, The City of Gaithersburg’s Fall loose leaf collection is now underway for single family and townhouse owners. Place your leaves at the street curb by 7 a.m. on your regular recycling day. The weekly collection continues through the last week of December, weather permitting. Any time during the year you can bag your leaves in biodegradable brown bags and leave them curbside with your other recyclables.

Thank you,
Glenn Watts
Board of Directors, Washingtonian Woods HOA