Community Update 6-30-2020
Lake Lowering & Dam Inspection Rescheduled
Dear Owners and Residents:
The Dam Inspection has been rescheduled from July 8th to July 9th. The date for the lake lowering changes as follows:
On Tuesday, July 7th beginning at 8:00 AM, the water level of Lake Montclair will be lowered by no more than 12 inches to facilitate a routine inspection of the dam that will take place on Thursday, July 9th. This schedule may be affected by inclement weather, but any changes or postponements will be announced as soon as possible.
Lakefront property owners are encouraged to take any necessary actions to protect their property while this lake lowering takes place. This includes, but is not limited to, adjusting pontoon retaining lines and properly securing or removing boats, canoes, or kayaks.
After the required inspection is completed, the sluice gates will be closed and the water will naturally return to its regular level. Precipitation and the flow of Powell’s Creek will determine how long it takes for the water levels to return to normal.
Update on Guest Suspension
At the May 21, 2020 meeting, the Board suspended Community Guideline 4.1.3 Guests, Sections a and d, which restricted guests. Effective July 1, 2020, the Board has updated the restriction to permit 2 guests per unrestricted id. There is no change to the suspension of Section d.
Update on Facility Opening
Effective July 1, 2020, the playgrounds will be open for use with signage and recommendations. The Board of Directors will discuss the re-opening of the remaining closed amenities at the July 8, 2020 meeting.
Upcoming Meetings
Town Hall: Camelot/Sheffield Flooding
A Town Hall Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, July 16, 2020, at 7:00 pm. The meeting will be held at the MPOA building and will be accessible via Zoom. Social distancing measures will be in place and face coverings must be worn inside the building. The board room can accommodate 40 guests so please use the SignUpGenius link below to reserve a seat if you wish to attend in person.
Topic: Town Hall Camelot/Sheffield Flooding
Time: Jul 16, 2020, 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Please see original email for meeting login information or contact info@montclairva.com.
Communications Committee Meeting
There is a Communications Committee meeting scheduled for Tuesday, June 30, 2020, at 7:00 pm. The meeting will be accessible via Zoom.
Please see original email for meeting login information or contact info@montclairva.com.
IN CASE YOU MISSED THE LAST E-BLAST
MPOA 2020 -2021 Recreation IDs
Please remember that 2019 Rec Id stickers are valid through June 30, 2020. New 2020 stickers will be required to use MPOA facilities beginning July 1, 2020. Use the SignUpGenius link, found below, to make an appointment to renew or obtain new Rec Id's.
*Please note that office procedures for accepting and processing forms may change if the MPOA Office closures are relaxed or extended due to Government directives. The drop box located to the left of the MPOA Office doors is always available for dropping off forms and documents.
The following are necessary to process all Rec ID requests either in person or by mail:
Updating IDs – please submit/bring the following to the MPOA Office:
-A completed Rec ID Application
-Your current 2019 Rec ID cards
-Proof of residency for anyone in the home over the age of 18
Lost IDs – please submit/bring the following to the MPOA Office:
-A completed Rec ID Application
-Proof of residency for anyone in the home over the age of 18
-A check for ($10 per) each new ID
-A picture for each person getting a new ID, if registering in-person photo will be taken by staff
First time IDs – please submit/bring the following to the MPOA Office:
-A completed application
-Proof of residency for anyone in the home over the age of 18
-A picture for each person getting a new ID, if registering in-person photo will be taken by staff
Here are a few other ways to register:
All the necessary paperwork and Rec Id cards can be submitted by:
USPS Mail – 3561 Waterway Drive, Montclair, VA 22025
Drop-off - The black dropbox to the left of the MPOA Office doors is always open
On-line – please send all information to info@montclairva.com, and deposit Rec Id cards into the dropbox
The Rec Id form is attached HERE. It can be downloaded and printed from the Community website, www.montclairva.com, or it can be emailed upon request. After processing the completed application, your cards will be mailed back to the address listed on the form. If you are a tenant, please be sure to have the homeowner sign the form, permitting renters to obtain the Rec IDs.
Upcoming Covenant Subcommittee Meetings
The Covenants Sub-Committee will meet on July 9th, July 23rd, August 13th, and August 27th at 6:00 PM. The main topic of discussion will be to review the Architectural Guidelines, Article 5, Sections 5.4.1 through 5.4.10. This document is available for download on the Montclair Community website:
Montclairva.com>For Residents>Documents & Forms> Covenants Committee Article 5 Draft
The following are the updated draft documents being used at the Covenants meetings.
These can also be found also in the attachment section of this email.
Statement of Interest
The Board of Directors wishes to announce a vacant At-Large seat with a term expiration of March 2022. Any homeowner in good standing who owns a unit/lot in Montclair is eligible to submit a “Statement of Interest Form” for consideration. Statements are due by 5:00 pm on Thursday, July 16, 2020.
You can find the printable form HERE.
Montclair Events
As COVID-19 restrictions continue to limit the type of activities the MPOA can safely hold, there have been cancellations and postponements of Montclair Events. Please review the current events list below, which may still be subject to changes due to Government directives.
Lantern Launch – Postponed – New Date September 12
Montclair Day – Canceled
Pre Teen Beach Party – Postponed – New Date July 21
Teen Beach Party – Postponed – New Date July 23
Triathlon – Canceled
Summer Movie Night for June 27 – Canceled
July 4th Fireworks– Postponed – New Date August 29
At this time nothing beyond this date has been canceled or postponed. We will announce any further changes as soon as possible.
