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The ACA would like to take a moment to remind all residents of our Inclement Weather Program. Please be cautious when using walkways throughout the Community, or when driving along our neighborhood roadways. With temperatures expected to remain at/around freezing for the next few days, please pay attention to "black ice" and use caution. Areas that appear to be cleared may still be icy due to melting and re-freezing. Provide yourself with extra time, walk with caution, drive slowly, and be alert and extra cautious of others as you head out into the winter weather.
Avenel Inclement Weather Program.
McFall & Berry, along with Montgomery County, treat problem areas and plow streets throughout the Community. The Association's general policy regarding private snow removal is that snow removal commences when snowfall accumulation reaches two inches (2") or more. Should the snowfall total be less than two inches, it is generally the policy to treat areas with ice melting products. Common area sidewalks are also cleared and treated with ice melting products as deemed necessary.
Residents may contact Surveillance at 301-299-1518, or the ACA office during regular business hours to report any specific areas which may need treatment.
Montgomery County Severe Weather Alerts.
Residents may register with the Montgomery County Severe Weather alert program by clicking here for email updates. Additionally, you can monitor the progress of the County's plowing efforts on their web page by clicking here.
ACA Office Operating Status.
The ACA Administrative Office generally follows the Federal Government with regards to office closings and delayed openings. In the event the storm impacts our community, the Association will communicate any critical updates via email. Please check your inbox, as well as www.Avenel.net, for updated information. If you would like to be added to our email list, please send your request to customerservice@avenel.net.
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ACA Committees are the lifeblood of the community. Each committee provides important services and functions that help keep our community looking beautiful and running smoothly. It is truly a rewarding experience and one of the best ways to become involved and contribute to the continued success of our community. The following openings are available on ACA standing and ad hoc committees.
- Modifications Committee - There are Committee positions open for alternate members.
- Homeowners Advisory Committee - There is currently a vacancy on the HAC for the villages of Abbey Terrace and Saunders Gate, and an upcoming opening for the village of Pleasant Gate.
- Standards Committee - There are currently openings for alternate members.
- Swim and Tennis Advisory Committee - There are currently openings for regular members.
And openings on the Ad Hoc Landscape Committee and Ad Hoc Social Committee.
A brief description of each Committee can be found here. If you are interested in volunteering, or would like more information please contact the ACA offices at your convenience.
The ACA would like to thank the many volunteers, both past and present, who have donated their time and expertise to maintaining Avenel as a premier community and a wonderful place to live.
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Board and Committee Meetings
The Modifications Committee - The Modifications Committee meets on the 2nd Monday of every month at 6:00pm in the A.M. Natelli Center. Submissions to the Modifications Committee are due by 12:00pm on the 1st Monday of every month.
The Standards Committee - The Standards Committee generally meets on the 1st Tuesday of every month on an as needed basis at 6:00pm in the A.M. Natelli Center.
The Homeowners Advisory Committee - The HAC generally meets once per quarter at 6:30pm in the A.M. Natelli Center. The meetings for 2018 are scheduled as follows: February 21st, May 16th, August 29th & November 7th.
The Board of Directors - The Board of Directors generally meets on the 3rd or 4th Tuesday of every other month, at 8:30am in the A.M. Natelli Center. The next Board meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, January 23rd, 2018.
Regular Board of Directors and Committee meetings are open to residents. Please note that meeting dates and times are subject to change. Be sure to check
www.Avenel.net
, or the ACA Bulletin Board, for current meeting dates/times, or contact the ACA Office at your convenience.
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Montgomery County Commission on Common Ownership Communities
Montgomery County recognizes that a large proportion of all its citizens now live in condominium, cooperative, and homeowner associations, generally called "common ownership communities." In order to better serve the special needs of these communities and to act as their advocate, the County created the Commission on Common Ownership Communities (CCOC) by enacting Chapter 10B of the County Code.
The Commission has three basic duties:
- Education: the Commission provides free information to both members and to governing bodies about their rights and duties under Maryland law, as well as advice on how to properly operate the association. Among other tools, it offers a "Manual and Resource Guide" for boards of directors.
- Legislation: the Commission advocates for common ownership communities concerning proposed laws and regulations at the local and state level.
- Dispute resolution: the Commission can hear and resolve certain disputes between members of the communities and their governing bodies, and its decisions are legally binding on the parties.
For more information on the Commission and its services, visit its website: www.montgomerycountymd.gov/ccoc. If you need more information or advice, the CCOC prefers you contact it by email at CCOC@montgomerycountymd.gov. To receive news from the CCOC by email, follow this path: 1. www.montgomerycountymd.gov; 2. "I Want To"; 3. "Register, reserve, enroll"; 4. "eSubscription"; 5. "Create an account"; 6. "Consumer Protection"; 7. check "CCOC".
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- The Avenel Community Association
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As always, for current information and/or meeting dates & times, or to see our current list of advertisers, be sure to visit us on the web at:
http://www.avenel.net/.
In the event you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact our offices at your convenience.
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