Table Of Content‘VOL II, 9\[p.2,
january 1995
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President: LindaThompson 2370ManionDrive 738-5365
V. President: NormaKeever 2006OceanDrive 738-5069
Secretary: MargeBloomfield 2364ManionDrive 738‐8672
Treasurer: MickieChopping 2265LakesideCourt 738-0226
Gates& Security: GeneKeever 2006OceanDrive 738-5069
Hospitality: SallyAllegaert 2164ManionDrive 738-7717
Park: JohnOrr 2334ManionDrive 738-0944
andalltheCurrierswhentheymove!
SURVEY RESULTS
Last year members were asked their opinions on two TheSchroederDelReyDevelopmentSurvey
importantsubjects: theprojectedpark onOceanDrive
The unprecedentedresponse to this survey is anindi‑
just south of Horizon,andRichardSchroeder's use of
cation of its importance to members. One hundred
Surf Pines roads to access his DelRey development.
fifty-six responses (out of a possible 267) were
Herewithwe report on the responses to these surveys
received. Of these, 127 replied that they were
andonrecentdevelopments.
opposed to incorporating the proposed development
ThePark;ReportbyJohnOrr within Surf Pines aswe} asto the use of our roads.
Forty-four people responded to the park survey; of Twenty-nine members favored at least some accom‑
them 25 favored the idea of apark. Of those 25, 20 modation with the developers and anumber of those
expressedapreferencefor achildren's playground; 17 thought that Surf Pines could benefit financially and
asked for restrooms; 16 thought a barbecue pit or in otherways.
firepit ahighpriority. There was asmatteringof sup‑
port for other suggestions, such aspicnic tables, a WhenMr.Schroederpresentedhisprojectto theannu‑
wadingpool,volleyballcourtandabasketballcourt. al meeting, several members urged the board to seek
Those who opposed apark were concerned with pos‑ legal advice, which we have done. Our lawyer has
sible higher taxes, homeowner liability, insurance met with Mr. Schroeder and his attorney andnegotia‑
costsandmaintenancecosts. tions aregoingforward. Agreement has beenreached
that the Del Rey development will remain separate
As the park committee liasion,I would suggest a "go
from Surf Pines. There is no question of our roads
easy,but go" approach. Phase 1: levelthe uppertier
beingusedfor general traffic from the south. We are
of the lot(whichcovers aboutthree acres) andclear a
currently looking at ways to accommodate Mr.
roughpathuptothe areafromOceanDrive. The lev‑
Schroeder with anemergency access, which state fire
eledareawouldbeplantedwithgrassandafewpicnic
officialswillprobablyrequire. In theeventof anatur‑
tables would be placed there once the grass is estab‑
al disaster or a serious fire, such an escape hatch
lished. The areacouldthenbeusedforpicnics,games
would beof asmuch benefit to Surf Pines asto our
andsmallgatherings. Phase2: addmorepicnictables
southernneighbors.
if demandindicates; additionallow-maintenanceland‑
scaping and perhaps a sand area that would support
The Del Rey development plan has been revised and‑
volleyball, badminton and/or horseshoes. Phase 3: a
now envisages 47 homesites. Mr. Schroeder intends
children’splaygroundwith swingsets, aslide andplay
to seek planning approval for the revised proposal at
area similar to that at Cannon BeachMunicipalPark;
the Marchmeetingof thePlanningCommission.
perhapsafirepitfor barbecues.
A map and design will be the next step. All those
wishing to lendassistance or providefurther input are
encouragedto callTimRegan,738-0439,or John Orr,
738-0944.
Speeding
SECURITY
Once again we remind all drivers in Surf Pines that
Severalsecurity issueshavecome totheboard'satten‑ ourspeedlimitof 25milesanhourisintendedtosafe‑
tion. These concern use of the gates, private home guardlives andproperty,including your own. Please
alarmsystems and,of course,speeding. observethis sensiblelimit. If yousee someone speed‑
Gates ing, try to get the license number, note the time and
day and some description of the car, and let Ken
Here is a heartfelt plea from Ken Buckinghamabout
know.
propergateprocedures:
The safety of SurfPines residents, theirfamilies and ROADALERT FOREVERYONEWHO
property is very important to me. Butthe gates and AVOIDEDFALLINGINTOPOTHOLES
myselfare notfoolproof. Tobeassecure aspossible
takesthehelpandcooperation01’ngtheresidents. We're sorry about the state of Manion Drive at the
Just because someone is pushing numbers does not south end of Surf Pines! The board contracted with
mean they have a right to enter, so PLEASE do not PalmbergPavingtorepairthe roadfromapproximate‑
open the gatefor a vehicle aheadofyou, even if you ly LakesideDrivetothe southgate sometimelastfall.
are in a hurry andbeingdelayed. Findoutfirst who Thisrepairwastoincludeupgradingthe speedbumps,
ishavingtroubleopeningthegateandwhy. particularly at Horizon and Manion. However,
Nevergiveyourpersonalgatecodetoanyone;it isfor PalmbergPavingwas unable to get thejob done due
theuseof residentsandtheirfamiliesonly.
If avehicle isparkedoutsidethegateat thesideofthe They havepromisedusthey willdotherepairassoon
road,it usuallymeansthedriverdoes nothaveavalid aspossiblenext spring. At the same time weplan to
code or transmitter: Sucha vehicle may try tofollow resurface Horizon, fill apothole near 2363 Manion,
anothercarin. Topreventthat,afteryouhavepassed try to upgradeacoupleof placeswhere water collects
through the gate stop and let it come down behind during heavy storms, and improve and paint all the
you. Do thesamethingwhenleaving;it willtakeonly
speed bumps. In the meantime, Jon Palmberg
afewseconds andwillbeamajorfactor in improving
promised ushewouldputreflectors by the bumps to
security. Thankyouforyourcooperation.
help highlight them and Ken has had enough good
Ken“Buckingham, Weatherto paintstripeson the worst ones. KUDOSto
Security,738-0637 Ken for repairing the monster potholes on Manion!
Butthefillis alreadywashingawaywithrainandtraf‑
The general gate code for contractors was phasedout fic,sotakecare,all!
by the end of December and now each person who
regularlyworks in SurfPineshasaspecialnumber. If Dueto the damage that occurs to ourroads whenever
you have someone coming to do casualjobs, letKen anew house is constructed, the boardhas decided to
know in advance and get a number for that person’s levy a$250 roadimpact fee onconstruction contrac‑
use. torsforeachnewbuilding.
Remember,too, never advertise or publish your gate
number. If youarehavingagarage saleor largeparty, WHENALL ELSEFAILS,
letKenknowandget aspecialnumberfor useonthat READTHE DIRECTIONS
day only. If youpostanoticewith your privatenum‑
ber,it isanopeninvitationtoanyoneinterestedtouse Welabored long and hard over a handbook that we
it atany time. hoped would answer most of your questions about
HouseAlarms SurfPines,andthisfallwe madesurethateverymem‑
ber of the Association got a copy. Please read it.
The sheriff‘s department has recently remindedus of
There is a lot of information in the handbook about
ClatsopCountyrulesforhomealarmsystems. MOST
IMPORTANT: every alarm user mustmaintain a gates, security, burning regulations, county zoning
valid permit. It costs $25 per year. Use of analarm regulations,andthe like. You may beable toanswer
systemwithout apermitor three ormorefalse alarms your question without calling a board member (who
withinacalendaryearwill subjectthe ownerto afine. oftenwillansweryourquestionby lookingit upin the
No alarm may sound for longer than 15 minutes. handbook). If youloseyour copy, there is acharge of
There have been instances of alarms sounding for $5 to replace it. This charge will cover the cost of
hours and seriously disturbing neighbors. This is a reprinting, notebooks and mailing. REMINDER:
violation, also subjectto afine. Fullparticularsof the
Please leave your handbook with your house if you
ordinance and permit forms are available from the
sellthehouse. Thanks!
sheriffs officein Astoria.
TREES, TREES,TREES
INCIDENTALNOTES
Property owners who do not live in Surf Pines or in
the loss of trees from our recent storms. Considering the areamayfinddifficulty in visitingtheir propertyif
the age of most of the pines and the force of wind
they do not have agate code. You can get anumber
gusts hittingthem, wecan only expectmorelosses as
by payingthe$225 gateassessment. If youcomeonly
time goes on. The board knows that many residents
rarelyanddo notwant to pay the assessment,try to let
are left with quantities of debris, damaged trees and Kenknow in advance of avisit, sohecan arrange for
dangerous hanging limbs to deal with. Ken and a
youtogetin.
crew of specialists have worked long hours to keep
SurfPinesroadspassable,to removedangerous trees, If you are planning to build on your property, you
andtohelpindividualsclearblockeddriveways. shouldknowthatwhenthewaterto your homeiscon‑
nected, Surf Pines Association considers you aresi‑
If you need help with tree clearing on your property,
dentandfullmembershipdueswillbecharged.
here is a list of people who have done work in Surf
Pines and might be available. Remember always to
Residents are remindedthat even with aburningper‑
get firm estimates of what each part of the job will
mit you can inconvenience your neighbors by smoke
cost, asprices vary considerably. Be sure, too, that
from your fire. Please be thoughtful and burn only
workers arelicensedandbonded.
whensmokewillnotbeanuisanceto others.
DavidKurns,Seaside 738-0362
Be aware, too, that vacant land belongs to someone.
JohnKurns,Tolovana 436-0344
Trees onothers'property shouldnotbetrimmedorcut
(Availableforemergencyclearing)
without the owner's permission. At least two recent
DouglasBrown,Seaside 738-8195
incidents of unauthorized cutting have occurred. In
JeffAnspach,SurfPines 738-3649
onecasetheowneris very upsetandwouldappreciate
(Hasachippersothere'snoneed
information about who is responsible. If you have
toburnorhaulbrushaway)
DamenMitchell,SurfPines 738-0649 reason to believe that unauthorized cutting is taking
place,pleasecallKentoinvestigate.
(Full-servicearborist)
Forresidents' information,the followingroads are the At the annualmeeting,one membercalledthe board's
responsibility of Surf Pines to clear of debris after attentiontotheplantoopenpartsof TrestleBaytothe
storms: Surf Pines Road,Manion Drive,High Surf, oceanandurgedusto informourselves aboutpossible
Horizon,Lucas Drive,Ocean Drive,Malarkey Drive, impacton our beaches. We canreportthat theproject
the spur off Malarkey up to Glarum's, and the lake hopesby removingparts of the rockwall to stimulate
accessthatpassestheLeinassars'drive. recovery of fish stocks, particularly Chinook salmon.
Workistostartin thefallandtheeffectswillbemoni‑
Many residents have bemoaned the condition of the tored by the US. Corps of Engineers. If unforeseen
trees along Surf Pines Road. What was only a few problems occur, the rock can be replaced. We can
years ago ahandsomeavenueis nowin sadcondition. onlywaittoseeif ourbeachesareaffectedin anyway.
Theboardhasanactionplanandsoonthe brokenand
damagedtrees willberemoved. NormaKeeveristak‑ In gratitude for our efforts in securing the left turn
ingcharge of the replantingeffort She needs volun‑ lane off Highway 101,Mr. PaulSee sent the associa‑
teers to help with plantingseedlings that will be sup‑ tion a contribution of $50 toward the cost. We, in
plied by the state Forestry Department nurseries. turn,thankhimforhisgenerosity.
Planting should be done over a two-day period in
MarchandNormawouldlikeaminimumof 15volun‑
teers who could work about six hours each day. Of WELCOME T0 NEWRESIDENTS
course,the morehelpersthere arethe lesstime thejob
will take. PleaseletNormaknow betweenFebruary 1 George and Phyllis von Weller are now living on
and 15 (at the latest) that you'd like to help. Manion Drive and the Crawford family has bought a
Donationsof trees willalsobegratefully accepted. houseonLucasDrive. Welcometo bothfamilies.
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