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VILLAGE OF BLUE HERON PINES |
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THE VOICE BHP-HOA.COM |
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| Volume 1, Issue 2 |
April 21, 2003 |
Inside this issue:
| Click on the link below |
| ADRC |
| Newsletter Contact Info |
| Recreation Committee |
| Community Reminders |
| Meet Your Neighbors |
| Calendars |
| 2003 Amateur Links |
| Developing Stories |
We are within days of the New Clubhouse Grand Opening! Finish work is being completed to the grounds and landscaping. K. Hovnanian will host the Grand Opening Celebration on Saturday, May 3rd. We hope to see you all there. In the meantime, enjoy a peek inside at our beautiful new facility!
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Grand Opening Celebration Saturday, May3, 2003 1-4 P.M. Hosted by: K. Hovnanian Physical Trainer Equipment Demo Strolling Guitarist Gourmet Desserts Ice Cream and Coffee |
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A WINTER TO REMEMBER
The fairways are green, the robins are back and the golfers are happy once again. It wasn't too long ago, though, that the scene was quite different. This is how some of our neighbors coped with the February Blizzard!
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Revised ADRC guidelines are now available and were distributed at the3/19/03 BHPHOA meeting. Those attending the meeting signed a register list and were given their copy. Since not everyone could attend the meeting, the ADRC Committee will continue to distribute copies to those who missed the meeting and ask someone in each household to sign the register to confirm receipt. Previously, the ADRC had polled a number of residents and found that many had never received a copy of the guidelines. Collecting signatures assures that a new copy has been received by each household.
If you have not received your copy by the time this Newsletter is in print, please call Bob Mueller at 609-804-1194 and he will see to it that you get your update.
As a reminder, these guidelines are very important to anyone in the community who wishes to make exterior alterations to their homes or landscape. The ADRC Committee seeks to act as a resource to guide and help you through the approval process. Remember, however, that approvals are required before work can commence.
The members of the ADRC committee are: Dave Brintzinghoffer, Scott Coyle, Dave Goddard, Stephen Kay and Bob Mueller. Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns you may have with the guidelines or the process.
| Sally Deutsch, Editor | ctdeutsch@att.net | 965-2301 |
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| Carolyn Coyle | CCOYLE1056@hotmail.com | ||
| Jay McCoog | mccoogs@comcast.net | ||
| Marianne Garabedian | MMRS1218@aol.com | 965-8225 | |
| Bob Jackson | rjack75@AOL.com | 804-1692 |
Many thanks for the wonderful comments the Newsletter Committee received about our first issue! Neighbors called from as far away as Florida to compliment our efforts. We certainly appreciate your warm reception. If you would like to submit an article, please contact one of us; we welcome your input! Note the addition of calendar sections in this issue: keep them handy to plan your participation in community events. The next issue of The Voice will be published July 21st.
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Memorial Weekend Festivities - Including the next Golf Outing and Pool Grand Opening
2003 U.S. Amateur Public Links Championship - BHP East Course July 14th - 19th
Blue Heron Pines Homeowner Meetings are scheduled for Wednesday, June 18th, Wednesday September 10th and Wednesday, December 3rd.
Future Golf Outings: April 27, May 25, July6, September 7 and October 19.
Arthur D'Avanzo and Robert Jackson were elected on August 22, 2001 from a field of seven nominees to represent Blue Heron Pines residents on the Board of the Homeowners Association (HOA). The following profiles introduce these men who were the first to step forward to present our views, interests and concerns to the Developers.
Artie and Joyce D'Avanzo retired here from Tuxedo Park, Rockland County, in 1996. A long way from NY, Blue Heron Pines came well recommended by their daughter who happened to put in the development's phone system and from a son-in-law who played here in a golf tournament.
Artie brings a wealth of experience to the Board, developed over the years during ownership of his Insurance and Real Estate Business. Leisure hours are spent in his workshop, (ask to see his birdhouses), gardening, poker and walking the 18 hole course carrying his bag! The family that plays golf together stays together: Joyce and Artie have been married for 51 years, sharing a love for golf has worked well for them!
Regarding his accomplishments for the residents while serving on the board, he is most proud of the negotiations with the Township's Planning Board relating to the pedestrian/bike path which had met with considerable opposition by residents; especially those who were to have a 6 feet wide bike path running smack through the center of their front lawns. The compromise was a reduction to four feet and the start it 2 feet from the curb which has resulted in a much nice look to the community.
Bob and Dorothy Jackson, one of the original residents, chose to live here in 1996 when Dorothy convinced him that their former home and property in Hopewell, NJ had become too much to handle. Since she loves the shore and the casinos, Blue Heron Pines was conveniently close to both.
They are active participants on the Miss America Pageant Committee in Atlantic City where their responsibilities include assisting in the care and well-being of five sets of contestants' parents. Dorothy and Bob share an avid interest in Bridge and play two or three times a week. In addition, they travel around the country three or four times a year to participate in tournaments.
Bob's area of expertise on the Board was garnered over many years in middle management for a manufacturing company and assisting the Ewing Township's Board of Education where he was named Citizen of the Year by the Kiwanis Association. His administrative and political experience serves our community well.
His most recent efforts as a bard member were centered on snow removal and getting the new committees operating. Particularly satisfying to Bob has been the building of the Clubhouse and the completion of the sidewalks. Most recently, Bob has been appointed Secretary for the Homeowners Association Board of Directors.
Betty and Joffred (JR) Betty and JR moved to this area from Monmouth County, N.J., via Houston, Texas. After retiring from his practice as an anesthesiologist in New York, they moved to Texas to enjoy the warm winters and diversified activities. Realizing that medicine was truly his first love, JR, who is originally from Ecuador, SA., took a "temporary" position in Atlantic County almost 6 years ago and is still practicing her today.
Betty stays in Houston during the cold winters of New Jersey and is presently taking care of her elderly mother in Texas. Betty was a Labor and Delivery nurse at the same hospital as JR, but has since retired. Although they have been here for only a short time, Betty and JR have bonded with several of their neighbors and are looking forward to some "killer barbeques" this summer. Betty loves reading and crafts and would love to see a book club established. Though JR doesn't have much time for recreation, he is looking forward to the summer and meeting many more members of this friendly community.
George
and Judy George and Judy are from Sea Isle City NJ. They found Blue Heron
Pines just by driving around and liked it so much they purchased a Mulberry Loft
and moved in. George is an IBM Software Consultant and Judy is retired. They
have five children and a four year old grandchild. They also have a Maltese
puppy named Jazzy. George and Judy's children don't live at home but you can bet
when they visit it's a happening place! George loves golf and fishing; however,
since giving up his boat he doesn't get to fish much these days. Judy is an avid
quilter and also loves to read. We welcome them both to the neighborhood.
Diane Diane and a cute little Shih-tzu by the name of Quincy come to us from Bridgewater, NJ. She is retired from Lucent Technologies. Her two sisters reside in Coventry Village Smithville, which is also a K. Hovnanian development, however the homes were a little too big for Diane's needs, so she started shopping around and found the models at Four Seasons. Diane fell in love with the Mulberry, and the rest is history. Diane has done extensive traveling around the world since her retirement. One of her favorite destinations is Asia. When not traveling she loves to read and enjoys her book club. Diane also enjoys long walks with Quincy. If you see them around the neighborhood, be sure to say hello!
- 3rd - Clubhouse Grand Opening
- 12th - Recycling Pick-Up
- 25th - Second Homeowner Golf Outing at BHP
- 26th - Recycling Pick-Up (subject to change)
- Memorial Day Weekend - Pool Grand Opening, Golf Outing and Festivities
June
- 9th - Recycling Pick-Up
- 18th - BHP Homeowner Association Meeting
- 17th and 18th - APL Section Qualifier
- 23rd - Recycling Pick-Up
Blue Heron Pines Golf Club is Proud to
Host the 2003 U.S. Amateur Public Links Championship
This summer - from July 14th to July 19th - the Blue Heron Pines community will have the opportunity to experience, first hand, a United States Golf Association (USGA) national championship. Blue Heron Pines Golf Club is thrilled to host the 2003 U.S. Amateur Public Links Championship, one of the thirteen USGA championships conducted each year, including the U.S. Open and U.S. Women's Open. This marks the first time in twenty years that this prestigious event will take place in the tri-state area - a truly special occasion.
The U.S. Amateur Public Links Championship dates back to 1922. All qualified amateur public course players are invited to participate. In addition to drawing many of the nation's top collegiate players, it continues to attract competitors from all walks of life, such as bus drivers, bartenders, firemen, waiters, builders, engineers, insurance salesmen, and college professors.
The championship will be conducted on our highly acclaimed East Course, designed by noted course architect, Steve Smyers. The East Course, recently named of Golf Magazine's Top 100 daily fee courses in the United States, is also the site of the sectional qualifier that will take place on June 17th and 18th. If you currently have a USGA handicap index of 8.4 or lower and would like to participate in the qualifier, visit the website at www.blueheronpines.com/apl to access a player application.
Preparations are underway as the management and staff at Blue Heron Pines tends to the many details involved in organizing this prestigious event. Our goal is to make it the best APL Championship in its history.
Official U.S. Amateur Public Links Championship merchandise is now available in the Pro Shops. Blue Heron's graphic artist, Charlie Brandt, designed the impressive APL logo that appears on divot tools, belt clips, hatpins, assorted Nike golf and wind shirts, and fantastic golf hats in an array of stylish colors.
Join us in July! Spectator admission is free. Get up close and personal! Be a part of the excitement by volunteering for the following positions: registration, hospitality, transportation, marshals/forecaddies, scoring, facilities, security, and grounds. All volunteers will receive a complimentary APL shirt and hat.
Become a patron of the APL and receive official Championship merchandise gifts by visiting the website www.blueheronpines.com/apl (click on the support link). Net proceeds will benefit the South Jersey Junior Golf Foundation, an organization that provides our communities' children the opportunity to learn the game of golf. Donations are tax deductible.
As part of the Blue Heron community, we look forward to your support as a patron or volunteer.
Blue Heron Pines welcomes you to be our guest or join our team at the 2003 U.S. Amateur Public Links Championship. For more information, contact Nina Soifer at the Championship office: 609-965-3700, extension 15.
| Speed Limit Signs: Thanks to Bob Jackson and other community members, Galloway Township will be putting 25 MPH speed limit signs in our development; a much needed improvement for neighborhood safety! | ||
| Sidewalk Snow Removal: The Homeowners Association will be responsible for snow removal from community sidewalks; which will be included in the | ||
| Community Welcome Wagon Committee: We all remember the overwhelming tasks involved with moving into a new community and getting settled. It would be nice to have a friendly person stop by just to say "hello" and give some helpful information about your new neighborhood! If you would like to be part of welcoming new folks into Blue Heron Pines, please contact Bob Jackson at 804-1692. This function can be casual and low-key and is totally flexible - but the need is there! If you are positive and friendly and would like to be part of helping new families get acquainted in the wonderful community we are building, now is a great time to be involved! | ||
| Be on the lookout for information on our Neighborhood Watch Program in conjunction with the Galloway Township Police Department. A Neighborhood Watch Program is simply a program of neighbors watching the other neighbors' property while they are not home. A neighborhood watch is organized and run by residents in the neighborhood. Guidance will be provided by the Community Policing Unit (Community Oriented Services Area Partnership "COSAP") of the Galloway Township Police Department, but the interest and activity must be generated by the residents. We will have a presentation regarding a Neighborhood Watch Program at the June 18th Homeowner meeting. | ||
| Homeowners Association Board of Directors: Election of 2 new Board members is scheduled for this coming September. Any homeowner who wishes to announce their intention to run for a position on the HOA Board should be prepared to announce their intentions at the June 18th | ||
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