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Pool Opening Status (27 July 2020)

Good afternoon to you all. For today please see below for items related
to our pool opening:

  1. Pool Pass Distribution. Our last scheduled pool pass pickup is today (Monday, 27 July 2020) from 4:00pm through 7:00pm. If you want to get your pool passes for this season please follow the following rules:
    1A. Photo IDs are required for pass pickup and when entering the pool deck for a reservation.
    1B. At the time of pickup each adult (any person 16 or over) will be required to sign a legal waiver of liability, “Agreement to Assume Risk and Release”. Each adult must sign. One representative from a specific address may bring signed waivers from the other members living at the address. Adults will sign for any children under 16 residing at the address.
    1C. We are working on follow-on dates and times for pass pickup but those dates are undetermined at the current moment. In the interim please email pool@parkwestcommunity.org for further information.
  2. First Day of Pool Operations. Friday, 31 July 2020. The pool will open at 11:00am.
  3. Pool Operational Hours. Our planned hours of operations will be 11:00am – 8:00pm seven days a week until Labor Day. This may be adjusted based on staffing or pandemic-related external inputs.
  4. Reservation System. The system is almost ready for operations. Reservations will be allowed 1 day prior. All residences are limited to a maximum of two reservations per day. Please see specifics in the Operations Plan. Specifically,
    4A. Recreation Area #1 had direct step access. Reservations should be limited to medical needs or small children only.
    4B. All areas are limited to 5 people living in one residence.
    4C. The lap lane is limited to one person for exercise only with the exception of people gaining access to Recreation Swim Areas #6 and #7. They will access through the lap lane during periods of time where the lap lane user is more then ten (10) feet away.
  5. All individuals stepping onto the pool deck will be required to sign two different waivers. One waiver will be signed during the pool pass pickup, another pool use waiver will be signed when you physically arrive at the pool for your reservation.
  6. Social distancing rules (10 feet) are in effect. See the Operating Plan for further information.

Lastly, as I previously requested please adhere to the Operating Plan guidance and be gracious as we work through some of the challenges we will face to ensure equitable accessibility to our pool. Our plan relies on you to act responsibly, adhere to guidelines and rules and to stay at home if you exhibit symptoms or have a fever.

Thanks again, please stay safe and well and enjoy our pool responsibly.

All the Best,

Mark Griffin

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Pool Opening Status

Good morning to all. I’m happy to report to you that due to several volunteers’ efforts we plan to have the pool open this season!

Here’s a synopsis of information contained in the attachments to this email:

1. First day is anticipated to be between Wednesday (29 July) and Friday (31 July)
2. A reservation system will be operating – no reservation, no entry to the pool deck. Further information to follow on the specifics of the reservation system.
3. All individuals stepping onto the pool deck will be required to sign two different waivers. One waiver will be signed during the pool pass pickup, another pool use waiver will be signed when you physically arrive at the pool for your reservation.
4. Social distancing rules (10 feet) are in effect. See the Operating Plan for further information.

Specific information on Pool Pass Distribution:

  • Pool passes will be distributed at the pool starting today, Friday (24 July) through Monday (27 July) from 4:00PM to 7:00PM each day.
  • Photo IDs are required for pass pickup and when entering the pool deck for a reservation.
  • At the time of pickup each adult (any person 16 or over) will be required to sign a legal waiver of liability, “Agreement to Assume Risk and Release” Each adult must sign. One representative from a specific address may bring signed waivers from the other members living at the address. Adults will sign for any children under 16 residing at the address.
  • A current status of passes processed is included in the attachments. If your address is not on the list please submit another application either via email to pool@parkwestcommunity.org or by dropping off an application at the pool during the designated dates and times. A pool pass application is attached.

These are challenging times – if you elect to utilize the pool this season please adhere to the Operating Plan guidance and be gracious as we work through some of the challenges to ensure equitable accessibility to our pool.

All the best,

Mark Griffin

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PWCA Information for Members and Residents (July 2020, Message #1)

Good afternoon.  One major change and a couple of updates for you today.

Links:
CDC guidance:  https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
Johns Hopkins GLobal COVID-19 Map and Coronavirus Resources: https://coronavirus.jhu.edu/map.html
State-wide analysis and guidance:  http://www.vdh.virginia.gov/coronavirus/
County-specific guidance:  https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/covid19/
County Emergency Preparedness:  https://fairfaxcountyemergency.wpcomstaging.com/category/coronavirus-covid-19/

CHANGED INFORMATION ITEMS:

1.  YARD DEBRIS PICKUP (NOW TUESDAY AND FRIDAY).  Due to the challenges being experienced with the current yard debris pickup, Patriot will now pick up yard debris on TUESDAY and FRIDAY.  This will continue to be a specific yard debris truck.  All yard waste requirements and constraints are in effect as normal.  Some reminders:  #1 – our window opens at 6:00AM and we are occasionally the first pickup community. #2 – Our contractor WILL NOT pick up yard waste in plastic bags (Fairfax County requirement), please place yard debris in paper bags or containers labeled ‘YARD WASTE’.

2.  POOL.  The pool opening date remains undetermined.  Volunteers are working through the actions that are needed to take place before we can open and volunteers are still needed.  Please contact pool@parkwestcommunity.org for further information.

3.  BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING, JULY 21, 7:00PM.  The July board meeting is currently planned to be conducted via the RingCentral virtual meeting framework.  See the website under ‘Meetings’, select the year (2020), then the meeting (20200721).  Document #01-1 contains the information to join the meeting.

UNCHANGED INFORMATION:

4.  ACC.  All rules remain in effect.  Out-of-cycle violation processes are ongoing. The Spring 2020 Home Inspection remains postponed until further notice.

5.  COMMUNICATIONS.  The May 2020 newsletter is digital-only due to the COVID-19 impacts – if you need a hard copy please contact  communications@parkwestcommunity.org.

6.  ECC.  All rules remain in effect.

6.1.  BULK WASTE PICKUP.  Advanced notice is required for any bulk item pickup.  Fees will be increased slightly to cover the additional handling costs due to COVID-19.  Bulk items include furniture, mattresses, grills, exercise equipment, construction debris, or any other large item that would normally be collected with a rear-load trash truck.

6.2.  GLASS RECYCLING (PURPLE CONTAINERS).  Glass recycling has resumed and the purple recycling containers are throughout Fairfax County.

6.3.  RECYCLING AND TRASH.  Should you see someone placing trash or recycling out at an unauthorized time, feel free to take their picture (to include the residence they are coming from/returning to) and email the pictures to  environment@parkwestcommunity.org.

6.4.  TOT LOT.  In accordance with the Forward Virginia Blueprint and resulting Fairfax County guidance, the playground has been opened as of 17 June 2020.  There is no special cleaning on any surface – USE AT YOUR OWN RISK.  Adhere to social distancing requirements.

6.5.  BASKETBALL COURT.  In accordance with the Forward Virginia Blueprint and resulting Fairfax County guidance, the basketball court has been opened as of 17 June 2020.  USE AT YOUR OWN RISK.  Users must stay ten (10) feet apart.

6.6.  LENDING LIBRARY PATIO.  In accordance with the Forward Virginia Blueprint and resulting Fairfax County guidance, the patio itself has been opened as of 17 June 2020.  There is no special cleaning on any surface – USE AT YOUR OWN RISK.  Adhere to social distancing requirements.

6.7.  LENDING LIBRARY (CLOSED).  In accordance with Phase 2 of the Forward Virginia Blueprint and resulting Fairfax County guidance, the Library remains CLOSED due to the restrictions on shared equipment.

6.8.  COMMON AREAS.  In accordance with the Forward Virginia Blueprint and resulting Fairfax County guidance, the common areas have been opened as of 17 June 2020.  There is no special cleaning on any surface – USE AT YOUR OWN RISK.  Adhere to social distancing requirements.

7.  PARKING.  All rules remain in effect. The Resident Owner and Non-Resident Owner Parking Permit (Hangtag) Renewals remain postponed until further notice.

8.  SOCIAL.  We continue to assess viability of future events based on pandemic guidance issued through the state and county.

9.  COMMUNITY SUPPORT REQUEST.  This request remains active – thank you to those who have responded so far.

Stay safe and well,

Mark

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PWCA Information for Members and Residents (June 2020, Message #2)

Good morning to all of you. I’ll follow the same format as before in providing you changed information at the top and unchanged information below.

Links:
CDC guidance: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
Johns Hopkins GLobal COVID-19 Map and Coronavirus Resources:
https://coronavirus.jhu.edu/map.html
State-wide analysis and guidance: http://www.vdh.virginia.gov/coronavirus/
County-specific guidance: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/covid19/
County Emergency Preparedness:
https://fairfaxcountyemergency.wpcomstaging.com/category/coronavirus-covid-19/

CHANGED INFORMATION ITEMS:

  1. BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING, JULY 21, 7:00PM. The July board meeting is currently planned to be conducted via the RingCentral virtual meeting framework. See the website under ‘Meetings’, select the year (2020), then the meeting (20200721). Document #01-1 contains the information to join the meeting.

2. POOL. The pool opening date remains undetermined. At the June 2020 meeting the Board approved moving forward with a pool opening in Phase 2 based on draft framework documents submitted. In accordance with Phase 2 of the Forward Virginia Blueprint and resulting Fairfax County guidance, the pool opening will ONLY be open for lap swimming and exercise. There will be NO recreational use of the pool during Phase 2. There are MAJOR actions that need to take place before we can open and volunteers are needed. Please contact pool@parkwestcommunity.org for information on tasks needed to be accomplished. To be clear – there is currently no pool opening date and if the tasks are not successfully completed we cannot open the pool this season.

3. TOT LOT. In accordance with Phase 2 of the Forward Virginia Blueprint and resulting Fairfax County guidance, the playground has been opened as of 17 June 2020. There is no special cleaning on any surface – USE AT YOUR OWN RISK. Adhere to social distancing requirements.

4. BASKETBALL COURT. In accordance with Phase 2 of the Forward Virginia Blueprint and resulting Fairfax County guidance, the basketball court has been opened as of 17 June 2020. USE AT YOUR OWN RISK. Users must stay ten (10) feet apart.

5. LENDING LIBRARY PATIO. In accordance with Phase 2 of the Forward Virginia Blueprint and resulting Fairfax County guidance, the patio itself has been opened as of 17 June 2020. There is no special cleaning on any surface – USE AT YOUR OWN RISK. Adhere to social distancing requirements.

6. LENDING LIBRARY (CLOSED). In accordance with Phase 2 of the Forward Virginia Blueprint and resulting Fairfax County guidance, the Library remains CLOSED due to the restrictions on shared equipment.

7. COMMON AREAS. In accordance with Phase 2 of the Forward Virginia Blueprint and resulting Fairfax County guidance, the common areas have been opened as of 17 June 2020. There is no special cleaning on any surface – USE AT YOUR OWN RISK. Adhere to social distancing requirements.

8. JULY 4th SOCIAL: was canceled on 19 May 2020 based on Fairfax County’s cancellation of the event and supporting activities.

UNCHANGED INFORMATION:

9. ACC: All rules remain in effect. Out-of-cycle violation processes are ongoing. The Spring 2020 Home Inspection remains postponed until further notice.

10. COMMUNICATIONS: The May 2020 newsletter is digital-only due to the COVID-19 impacts – if you need a hard copy please contact communications@parkwestcommunity.org.

11. ECC: All rules remain in effect.

11.1. BULK WASTE PICKUP. Advanced notice is required for any bulk item pickup. Fees will be increased slightly to cover the additional handling costs due to COVID-19. Bulk items include furniture, mattresses, grills, exercise equipment, construction debris, or any other large item that would normally be collected with a rear-load trash truck.

11.2. GLASS RECYCLING (PURPLE CONTAINERS): Glass recycling has resumed and the purple recycling containers are throughout Fairfax County.

11.3. RECYCLING AND TRASH. Should you see someone placing trash or recycling out at an unauthorized time, feel free to take their picture (to include the residence they are coming from/returning to) and email the pictures to environment@parkwestcommunity.org.

11.4. YARD DEBRIS PICKUP. All yard waste requirements and constraints are in effect as normal. Some reminders: #1 – our window opens at 6:00AM and we are occasionally the first pickup community so they are in here at that time. #2 – Our contractor WILL NOT pick up yard waste in plastic bags (Fairfax County requirement). #3 – Place yard waste out in paper bags or containers labeled ‘YARD WASTE’.

12. PARKING: All rules remain in effect. The Resident Owner and Non-Resident Owner Parking Permit (Hangtag) Renewals remain postponed until further notice.

13. SOCIAL: We continue to assess viability of future events based on pandemic guidance issued through the state and county.

14. COMMUNITY SUPPORT REQUEST. This request remains active – thank you to those who have responded so far.

Stay safe and well,

Mark

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PWCA Information for Members and Residents (June 2020, Message #1)

Good afternoon to all of you. I’ll follow the same format as before in providing you changed information at the top and unchanged pandemic-related information below.

Links:
CDC guidance: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
Johns Hopkins GLobal COVID-19 Map and Coronavirus Resources: https://coronavirus.jhu.edu/map.html
State-wide analysis and guidance: http://www.vdh.virginia.gov/coronavirus/
County-specific guidance: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/covid19/
County Emergency Preparedness: https://fairfaxcountyemergency.wpcomstaging.com/category/coronavirus-covid-19/

CHANGED INFORMATION ITEMS:

1. BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING, JUNE 16, 7:00PM. The June board meeting will again be conducted via the RingCentral virtual meeting framework. See the website under ‘Meetings’, select the year (2020), then the meeting (20200616). Document #01-1 contains the information to join the meeting.

2. MAY 2020 NEWSLETTER. The newsletter has been added to the website. This newsletter is digital-only due to the COVID-19 impacts – if you need a hard copy please contact communications@parkwestcommunity.org.

3. POOL. The pool opening date remains undetermined. As a result of these unprecedented challenges we are creating a 2020 Pool Operating Plan and need some volunteers to work many of the details. If you are willing to help with the plan generation please contact pool@parkwestcommunity.org and myself for further information. For everyone – please continue to send you pool applications in, we are moving along the process of creating them but will not be handing them out until we have better granularity on when/if we are opening this season. However, if you wait till the last minute to send your application in it will take time to turn them around and you will miss some of whatever remaining time there is in the season. Lastly, Atlantic is still looking for lifeguards for this season.

4. RECYCLING AND TRASH. As the recycling requirements have been adjusted, please find the current recycling rules, an “Always-Never” flyer, the Household Hazardous Waste rules, and the current Summary of Trash and Recycling Rules on the website. Should you see someone placing trash or recycling out at an unauthorized time, feel free to take their picture (to include the residence they are coming from/returning to) and email the pictures to environment@parkwestcommunity.org.

UNCHANGED INFORMATION ITEMS:

5. TOT LOT AND BASKETBALL COURT. Closed until further notice.

6. LENDING LIBRARY PATIO. Closed until further notice. All the books that were in the library have been removed and disposed of. Please do not place any of your personal books in the library.

7. COMMON AREAS. Closed until further notice.

8. ACC: All rules remain in effect.

9. ACC SPRING 2020 INSPECTION. Postponed until further notice.

10. ECC: All rules remain in effect.

11. YARD DEBRIS PICKUP. Has restarted. All yard waste requirements and constraints are in effect as normal. Some reminders: #1 – our window opens at 6:00AM and we are occasionally the first pickup community so they are in here at that time. #2 – Our contractor WILL NOT pick up yard waste in plastic bags (Fairfax County requirement). #3 – Place yard waste out in paper bags or containers labeled ‘YARD WASTE’.

12. BULK WASTE PICKUP. Advanced notice is required for any bulk item pickup. Fees will be increased slightly to cover the additional handling costs due to COVID-19. Bulk items include furniture, mattresses, grills, exercise equipment, construction debris, or any other large item that would normally be collected with a rear-load trash truck.

13. GLASS RECYCLING (PURPLE CONTAINERS): Glass recycling has resumed and the purple recycling containers are located throughout Fairfax County.

14. Parking: All rules remain in effect.

15. RESIDENT OWNER AND NON-RESIDENT OWNER PARKING PERMIT (HANG TAG) RENEWALS. Postponed until further notice.

16. COMMUNITY SUPPORT REQUEST. This request remains active – thank you to those who have responded so far.

Stay safe and well,

Mark