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1.9.2.6. No electrical cables, extension cords or other methods of
FROM YOUR GENERAL MANAGER transferring electricity from front door Private Space to the planter area
Laura Young, CCAM is permitted. 1.9.2.8. Pathway lights are limited to one (1) light per
laura.e.young@fsresidential.com every three (3) linear feet in the planter bed.

Spring is just around the corner. Time for Spring Additionally, we have noticed some members have taken to covering
cleaning! Get rid of any clutter or things you no longer the window openings in the vehicle garage doors. Please note that it
need. requires an ARC application. 4.19 Window Covers. Interior window
coverings visible from the street must be complimentary in respect to
During a recent community drive, management materials and color, with the exterior of the home. Commonly accepted
observed several homes with items placed outside of the designated window coverings such as curtains, drapes, shutters, shades or blinds
"private spaces" on their respective lots. After careful review and a may be installed as window covers. No window, including vehicle
thorough discussion with the Board of Directors, it has been decided garage door windows shall be covered with aluminum foil, cardboard,
that all items outside of private spaces must be removed from public bed sheets, newspaper or other not commonly accepted material.
view. This includes, but is not limited to, planter beds located on either
side of the home. We would like to remind all residents that adhering Compliance enforcement begins April 1, 2025. Thank you for your
to the guidelines for the proper placement of items ensures the aesthetic understanding and prompt action. We appreciate your cooperation in
integrity of our community and compliance with the Association's keeping our community clean and visually appealing. Should you have
rules. Below are the relevant excerpts from the ARC Guidelines and any questions or need further clarification, please do not hesitate to
the CCRs that address this issue: contact Christina Gee or myself.

Per the ARC Guidelines, 1.3.10. Fountains, statues, and decorative It has recently come to management’s attention that some members
components shall not be visible from neighboring Lots and shall not have experienced adverse reactions due to strong scents in the fitness
exceed six (6') feet in height and shall have a setback of at least center. In order to maintain a comfortable and safe environment for
eighteen (18") from the fence. Fountains may only be permitted in rear everyone, we kindly remind all residents to refrain from wearing
yards and Private Space. 1.4. Private Space. 1.4.1. Up to 5 items may perfumes, colognes, or any heavily scented products while using the
be placed in the Private Space without ARC approval as long as no fitness areas. As indicated on the sign in the fitness center, this policy
item exceeds 3' in height. 1.4.2. Items exceeding the above restrictions is in place to ensure the well-being and comfort of all members. Your
will require ARC approval. 1.4.3. Modifying the Front Yard irrigation cooperation in being considerate of others is greatly appreciated.
system to provide water to Private Space plants is not permitted.

FROM YOUR LIFESTYLE DIRECTOR UPCOMING EVENTS DATE TIME
Crab Feed Fri., March 7th 6:00pm
Shannon Van Every Fred Moyer Sun., March 9th 6:30pm
Shannon.vanevery@fsresidential.com or 916-771-7801
Dementia Support for the Caregiver Mon., Mar. 10th 10:00am
Massage Mon, Mar. 10th 12:00pm

We still have a some seats available for the always highly anticipated and Trivia Tues., Mar. 18th 6:30pm
fun Crab Feed! This years feed is Friday, March 7th. More details on It’s 5 O’clock Somewhere - Val Starr Fri., Mar. 21st 5:00pm
page 4. Massage Mon, Mar. 24th 12:00pm
ARC Meeting Tues., Mar. 25th 8:30am
Lunch Around Town is back with the first restaurant being Leatherby’s in Community Potluck Tues., Mar. 25th 5:30pm
March and Macaroni Grill in April. Both restaurants were resident
suggestions. If you have a restaurant that would be fun to visit for lunch Board of Directors Meeting Wed., Mar. 26th 3:00pm
please let me know. We look for restaurants that offer table service (not Lunch Around Town - Leatherby’s Thur., Mar. 27th 11:45am
order at a counter) and when possible have special lunch menus/pricing. Blood Drive Fri., Mar. 28th 9:30am
AARP Driver Safety Class Wed., April 2nd 9:00am
Another Blood Drive is scheduled for Friday, March 28th. An email will Bill Knotts Sun., April 6th 6:30pm
be sent out with the information on how to schedule a time to donate. The Yard Sign Paint Workshop Tue., April 15th 3:00pm
first drive, in November, was successful so we will look to schedule Adult Egg Hunt Thur. April 17th 4:00pm
them twice a year using their blood mobile in The Retreat parking lot.
Easter Egg Hunt Sat., April 19th 9:30am
This year we will host an “adult” Egg Hunt and a “family” Egg Hunt. Road Scholar Travel Presentation Mon., April 21st 2:00pm
The “adult” Egg Hunt will be fun for all residents... a social time with CaptionCall Presentation Thur. April 24th 2:00pm
wine and prizes. Bring something to collect your eggs with. Lunch Around Town - Macaroni Grill Fri., April 25th 11:45am
BINGO Tue., April 29th 6:30pm
Watercolor Workshop Thur., May 1st 1:00pm
Shredding Day Tues., May 6th 10:00am
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