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SIGN UP FOR EMERGENCY ALERTS
Dublin Police has launched an enhanced version of the Dublin Emergency Calling System. The system - known as DECS - automatically alerts residents, businesses and first responders in times of crisis.
 
The City has a new provider for the enhanced service, Emergency Communications Network and its software program, CodeRED. While most Dublin residents and businesses are already in the City's system, people can now sign up and confirm they will be notified in case of emergency. The enhanced system also allows for faster message dissemination and better message management.
 
Recipients receive time-sensitive information and instructions on how to safely and quickly respond should the City experience an emergency situation, such as a crime alert, hazardous materials spill, natural disaster, child abduction or homeland security threat.
 
The system also provides timely communication with other public facilities citywide. Schools, daycare centers and other high-risk facilities can be alerted to take necessary action.

Summer Happy Hour
Please join us for the first summer Happy Hour outside Friday, June 12 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm in the Enke Court cul-de-sac hosted by the Tomallo and Hanley families. Please bring an appetizer to share and drinks for you and your family. In the event of rain, happy hour is cancelled.

The Social Committee needs volunteers to host Happy Hours in July and August. You pick the Friday that works for you. Respond to this email if you are interested.

Emerald Ash Borer Prevention in Hawk's Nest
By now, most of you have heard that the Emerald Ash Borer "EAB", an insect that infests and kills ash trees, has been discovered in Dublin.  Additionally, it is public information that the city is planning to treat older trees with chemicals and remove young ash trees in order to the stem the infestation of the Emerald Ash Borer. 

After discussions with the City Forester, we have learned that the city has not yet evaluated the ash trees that line Quetzal and Touraco drives.  However, any homeowner with ash trees on their property should take action now.  Below you will find (2) documents to assist as follows:

  • "EAB Companies" - This document includes a listing of Arborists who are able to treat your trees as well as over the counter products that can be used to treat trees with less than 15" in diameter. 
  • "Ash Tree Fact Sheet" - The Ohio State University Extension has prepared this fact sheet which outlines how to identify the various species of Ash Trees located in Ohio.

The City Forester also stated that now is the most appropriate time of year to treat trees for the Emerald Ash Borer.

Finally, Dublin officials are holding two meetings with residents to discuss the EAB.  The meetings will be held on Wednesday, May 27 and Wednesday, June 17 at 7pm at the Dublin Community Recreation Center.

Safety Alert
Dublin Police are asking Hawk's Nest residents to be alert to any suspicious activities or persons and to notify police immediately if you suspect a crime is taking place. A recent attempted break-in the Bristol Commons subdivision has police on alert. Also, be watchful of people or groups congregating in the neighborhood who don't live in Hawk's Nest.  Please keep your garage doors closed and keep a close eye on your children when outside and at the bus stop.

Directory Mailing
The directories will be printed and mailed soon.  Thank you for all the new updates.

Mailbox Staining Project
This year, we are using part of our homeowners' dues to offer free mailbox staining. Consistent with the 2006 staining project, we will be using a reputable, fully bonded painting company to complete this service. Allowing the HNHA to complete this project helps us comply with our deed restrictions which state that all mailboxes, wood trim surrounding mailboxes and mailbox posts within our neighborhood be of uniform exterior stain. Additionally, we will have additional numbers and flags should one be damaged during the staining project.

If you choose not to participate in this free service, please forward this email with your response to Emily Preble at randepreble@wowway.com. Please understand that you will need to have your mailbox stained by May 15, 2009 or your mailbox will be stained as part of this project. All mailboxes will be stained by May 30, 2009.
 

Spring Cleanup
It is time to start thinking about taking down any Christmas lights, outside trim painting, and other landscaping items (removal of dead trees, bushes, etc.).  Please address these items in March or April to help our neighborhood look great for spring.  We will be contacting homeowners who do not meet the deed restrictions in April.  Please email Jen Lucus at notes4jen@columbus.rr.com if you need a copy of the deed restrictions. 

Dues Past Due
Homeowner's dues for 2009 are now past due. If you have not yet paid, please submit $100 to HNHA at PO Box 3413, Dublin Oh 43016 or  7774 Quetzal Drive, Dublin, OH 43017.

 

Treasurer’s Report
By Michelle Atkinson

Thank you again to all Hawk’s Nest residents because 100 percent of our 2008 association dues were collected and all budgetary commitments were fulfilled.   We are off to a great start collecting our 2009 association dues; approximately half of our residents have already paid. Thank You! Just a reminder to those residents who still owe their 2009 dues, please send $100 by March 1st to one of the following addresses:

PO Box 3413                                                  7774 Quetzal Drive
Dublin, OH 43016                                          Dublin, OH 43017   

 Living in Hawk’s Nest, we pride ourselves on the beautification of the neighborhood and sense of community.  To keep this reputation going it is a collaborative effort of every resident to do their part by paying their annual association dues. Below is a breakdown of were dues money goes.  The largest part of the money is spent towards the beautification of our neighborhood.  This year the association is able to save some money in the area of Administrative and Professional Services. Resident Mike Reed, a certified public accountant, has offered to prepare and file Hawk’s Nest’s tax return.  The association is very grateful that he has offered his expertise to help the Hawk’s Nest community.   If you have any questions in regards to the 2009 budget or the allocation of your dues please feel free to contact me by phone 336-0419 or e-mail mdatkinson@hotmail.com .

 

      

 

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