MPOA Weekly Update: April 29, 2022
REC IDS ARE NOW DIGITAL!
Effective May 1, 2022. Recreation IDs will be going digital with the help of Cell Badge’s mobile security badge system. This system will replace the Recreation IDs, which will no longer be valid.
Registration with Cell Badge will be required to access MPOA’S amenities and events.
1.) Create your account:
Please visit the online Cell Badge portal to complete an “Initial Add Request” with contact info for a primary residing Homeowner/Renter. This will be the name/address you will give at check-ins. Allow 3 business days for the approval/rejection process.
2.) Enter Household Info:
-Once accepted, return to the same page to sign in with your contact info and REQUEST A PIN.
-Enter any additional household members who reside at the address of the account.
-Upload a clear, recent, close-up photo for each requested household member by clicking the camera button next to their name
For help setting up your account or additional details, contact:
recreation@montclairva.com or visit montclairva.com/recreation-photo-ids
Reminders & Updates:
Annual Property Inspections (API):
First round of APIs are currently in progress with regular inspections occurring in each precinct simultaneously every business day, weather permitting. First rounds of inspections are scheduled to be completed by Memorial Day Weekend, May 27, 2022. With the warmer weather approaching, here are some common Spring cleaning items to consider:
· Clean dirt, debris, and mildew from siding, gutters, and soffits
· Paint condition of exterior, including siding, door/window trim, shutters, etc.
· Routine maintenance of lawn/landscaping
· Repair any maintenance issues with fences and driveways
Should you require making significant improvements or modifications, such as replacing fences, windows, doors, or repainting your home, etc. please submit a Property Improvement Request (PIR) form found on our website at www.montclairva.com under Forms & Documents and follow the instructions provided.
For additional information for PIRs, and other items reviewed during APIs, please refer to Article 5 of the MPOA Community Guidelines, as well as the MPOA Amended Deed of Declaration and Bylaws.
Updated Assessments - May 1, 2022 – April 30th, 2023:
The new budget has passed and assessments for the 2023 Fiscal Year (May 1, 2022 – April 30, 2023) will be $720 annually or $62/month if you choose to pay monthly ($60/month + $2 service fee).
Please make all payments payable to Montclair POA. Assessments are due on May 1st, payments must be received by May 10th to avoid a late fee.
Committee Members Wanted!
The Communications and Signage Committees are looking for members to join. Here is a brief description of each committee:
Ad Hoc Signage Committee research, discuss, and will develop a plan to secure professional design options to replace current Montclair signs that are consistent in material, style, and theme, while also embodying the "Montclair Community." Signs for consideration are all entrance, beach, and event signs.
The Communications Committee provides creative and technical methods to enhance all avenues of communications between the Board of Directors and Members of the Association, as well as suggesting methods of facilitating information flow from sources outside of the Montclair community.
If you would like to join, please fill out the form located at the bottom of the Committees page on the MPOA website - https://www.montclairva.com/committees & email it to execassist@montclairva.com ‘
Celebrating Montclair Graduates
Are you celebrating a 2022 high school or college graduate? Please send in their picture along with their name, the school they will be graduating from, and any future plans (military, college, etc.) by May 14th to communications@montclairva.com.
Pictures Worth A Thousand Words
If you love taking pictures of your family, events, nature, etc. around Montclair, they could be featured in the Montclairion! Please send in your pictures to communications@montclairva.com.
Upcoming Events!
Montclair Beautification Day, "A Green Life Expo and Market"
Saturday, April 30, 2022 | 8AM – 1PM
The Expo: Q&A Presentation Booths
Come to Dolphin Beach to meet and inquire about local groups that help to keep Montclair beautiful. Representatives of groups such as these are anticipated:
-MPOA Landscape, Facilities and Maintenance Committee (LFMC)
plus Ad-hoc Signage Committee
-MPOA Lake Management Committee (LMC) -Keep Prince William Beautiful -Montclair Garden Club -Prince William County Waste Management
-Virginia Cooperative Extension - Master Gardeners
The Market: Locally Produced Goods
Visit the booths of vendors providing locally produced goods for sale at our exclusive neighborhood market!
The Mission: Operation Curbside Cleanup 2022
Operation Curbside Cleanup 2022 is presented in conjunction with this year's Montclair Beautification Day. We are encouraging all residents to participate in this community-wide effort from today through Montclair Beautification Day on April 30, to actively pick up and properly dispose of debris and trash that has accumulated along curbs within our community. This effort should, in turn, help keep our storm drains and local waterways cleaner and free-flowing.
*A valid Rec ID is required to attend this event*
Community Yard Sale
May 7-8, 2022