FOREST HEIGHTS HOMEOWNERS MEETING Our annual meeting is coming up on May 3rd from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Forest Park Elementary. This is a good opportunity for residents to hear what’s going on in the neighborhood via reports from FHHOA General Manager Stephen Herr and the Association Standing Committees. And, of course, this is the final opportunity for people to vote for new FHHOA Board of Directors. We encourage everyone to participate in the voting process for the upcoming Board of Director positions. This year we have three Forest Heights resi- dents who have volunteered to serve our community. You can read their biographies on page 5 of this newslet- ter. Also in this newsletter are detailed instructions on the various voting op- tions available to you, which include: 1.) Vote in-person at the meeting 2.) Vote by electronic absentee ballot 3.) Vote by mail 4.) Vote by directed proxy. Watch your mailboxes, as the association will soon be mailing to each home the Notice of annual meeting, proxies and candidate state- ments. If you plan to cast your vote electronically, please note that you can do so until midnight, May 2nd. Proxy and mail votes must be re- ceived by noon on May 3rd. If you plan to vote at the annual meeting you will receive a ballot at the meeting. If you are new to the community, you may be curious about what goes on at the annual homeowners meeting. Simply put, the annual meeting is a great opportunity for homeowners to come together to learn more about what is going on in their community. During the meeting, you will hear from the candidates running for the board. You’ll also hear reports from the chairs of the committees who are working hard to make Forest Heights such a desirable community. General Manager, Stephen Herr will update the community on the “big picture” efforts of the association, including an update on the dredging of Mill Pond. Manager Herr will also report on efforts undertaken thus far pinnacle press NEWS AT FOREST HEIGHTS APRIL•2011 FEATURED COLUMNS COMPLIANCE CORNER Spring is a great time to start those yard & garden projects. COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES The Annual FHHOA Easter Egg Hunt is on April 23rd. ASK THE MANAGER Manager Stephen Herr gives tips on how to talk with your neighbors. GO GREEN The Go Green committee recaps their work on stream bank restoration. continued on page 2 Annual Meeting of Forest Heights Homeowners 1-2 Board Elections & Candidate Statements 4-5 Ask the Manager 6 Upcoming Community Events 8 Easter Egg Hunt 9 Compliance Corner: Spring Yard Review, Sidewalks and FOODay 10-11 GO GREEN: Stream Enhancement Project 12-13 Storm Water Management Presentation 13 Survey Says: Take the GO GREEN 2011 Survey 14 Communications Committee Update 16
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(1) elect three individuals to serve as members of the
Forest Heights’ Board of Directors (“Directors”)
(2) such other matters as come before the owners at
the meeting. Members of record as of May 1, 2011
are eligible to vote in this election
Directed proxies will be available at the association’s
website: www.fhhoa.com. Directors need not be
residents of Forest Heights, nor are they required to
be owners of property within Forest Heights. The three
(3) individuals elected will be elected to serve a three
year term.
NOTE: Please send in your proxy. Our quorum
requirement is 20%, or 362 members represented.
VOTING INSTRUCTIONS
Vote in-person at the meeting
To vote in person, you must execute a ballot at the annual meeting
Vote by electronic absentee ballot
To vote electronically, you must vote by midnight on Sunday, May 1, 2010, and you may either:
vote on-line at the association’s website (starting Tuesday April 5th) or
send an electronic absentee ballot via email to the Association at [email protected]. The email must contain: 1.) how you elect to cast your vote 2.) your name, property address, and electronic signature listed as (“/first and last name/”)
Neither an electronic absentee ballot, nor an on-line absentee ballot, may be revoked.
Vote by mail or by proxy
To vote by proxy (special mailing), your proxy must contain the date, your property address or lot number, must be signed and may be:
mailed or hand delivered to:
Forest Heights Homeowners Association:
2033 NW Miller Road | Portland, Or | 97229
(must be physically received by noon on May 3, 2011)
All ballots or proxies must be received and verified by the inspectors of elections by the close of the voting period on May 3, 2011 to be counted as a valid vote. The voting period may be extended by the board of directors if a quorum is not present at the annual meeting.
N O T I C E : A N N U A L M E E T I N G
O F T H E H O M E O W N E R S
O F F O R E S T H E I G H T S
H O M E O W N E R S
A S S O C I A T I O N
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Candidate: Heather Gaitan
Profile
My husband, three children and
I moved back to Portland in
September 2010 after having lived
in Canada and Spain for seven
years. We chose Forest Heights
for its great location, access to the
Lincoln cluster Spanish immersion
program, the well-maintained com-
mon areas and the obvious care
and pride that people take in their
homes and the neighborhood. My
professional background is in public
policy and non-profit work but for
the past ten years I have been a
stay at home mom and a very active
volunteer. The most relevant and
rewarding volunteer work I have
done has been as President of the
Board of Directors of a cooperative
preschool and as a co-chair of the
open spaces committee of a former
HOA to which I belonged. As head
of the preschool board, I was in
charge of hiring and supervising the
paid staff, managing the budget
and leading the board in its long
and short term planning for the
school. On the HOA committee, I
helped organize a successful effort
to secure 75% homeowner approval
to cede open space land to the
Tualatin Valley Park and Recreation
Department in exchange for its
perpetual maintenance and commu-
nity approved improvements. I have
also taught English as a second
language, served on the PTA at
my children’s schools and led the
organization of events serving
several hundred people.
Statement I am interested in joining the Forest
Heights Homeowners Association
board because I believe that it is
important for homeowners to be
involved in their community. My
priorities as a board member would
be to continue prudent management
of the organization’s finances, care-
ful thinking and planning for the
future and to promote community
adhesiveness and opportunities
for involvement.
Candidate: Mike Fletcher
(Incumbent)
Profile
I moved to Portland (Forest Heights)
ten years ago from Missouri. I am
married (Cheryl) and have two
children (Jack, 6 and Kennedy, 5).
I selected Forest Heights based
upon location, beauty and the
diversity of the neighborhood. I am
a business attorney. When I am not
working, I am generally spending
time with my family and also with
friends, many of which live in Forest
Heights.
Statement
I currently serve on the board. I
am familiar with how the board
operates, how management
operates, and with the challenges
and opportunities facing the board.
I have the business and personal
skills needed to help the board
operate efficiently and to continue
to improve Forest Heights. Although
we have a great neighborhood, I
believe there is still much room for
improvement. As an attorney, I have
worked with numerous boards, so
I have a good understanding of
what makes Boards effective,
and ineffective.
Candidate: Stuart Roberts
(Incumbent)
Profile
I live in Forest Heights with my wife
Cynthia, and my 2 sons Harrison
and Sheldon, who attend Forest
Park Elementary School and the
Gilkey International School. I am the
Quality Manager at a company that
manufactures electronic medical
devices. I am a Chartered Engineer,
and have served on the West Coast
board of the Institution of Electrical
Engineers. I love living in Forest
Heights, Portland, and Oregon. I
have been a very enthusiastic
member of the FHHOA Parks and
Recreation Committee, before being
elected to the Forest Heights board
of directors in May 2008. I am now
also a member of the Association
Management Oversight Committee
and board Liaison to the Trails and
Natural Habitat Committee.
Statement In serving our community, I would
like to improve:
• Property values by completing
appropriate community projects
• Fiscal responsibility with our
HOA dues and maximize the
value for our money
• Forest Heights by achieving
some of the improvements
described in the approved
community master plan
• Communication channels
between the board, employees,
committees, and homeowners
• The community transportation
system and the trails system
B O A R D C A N D I D A T E
P R O F I L E S A N D S T A T E M E N T S
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We hope you see the humor in this example of how important it is to
resolve conflicts with your neighbor in a respectful and responsible manner
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“Satisfaction of one’s curiosity is one of
the greatest sources of happiness in life.”
- Linus Pauling
T his can be a very difficult issue,
but avoiding conflicts with your
neighbors’ usually always starts
with the big “C” — communication.
It’s often the best way to prevent and
resolve conflict before it reaches the
point of no return and legal action be-
gins. You don’t have to be friends or
spend time together to achieve a
peaceful coexistence, but you should
try to be a “good neighbor” and follow
these tips:
Say hello. At the mailbox, while walk-
ing the dog or when you see a moving
van arrive, introduce yourself. Learn
your neighbors’ names and regularly
offer a friendly greeting.
Provide a heads up. If you’re planning
a construction project, altering your
landscaping or hosting a big party, con-
tact your neighbors beforehand.
Do unto others. Treat neighbors as
you would like to be treated. Be consid-
erate about noise from vehicles, ste-
reos, pets, etc.
Know your differences. Make an ef-fort to understand each other. Differ-
ences in age, ethnic background and
years in the neighborhood can lead to
different expectations or misunder-
standings.
Consider the view. Keep areas of your
property that others can see present-
able.
Appreciate them. If the neighbors do
something you like, let them know.
They’ll be pleased you noticed, and it’ll
be easier to talk later if they do some-
thing you don’t like.
Stay positive. Most people don't try to create problems. If a neighbor does
something that irritates you, don’t
assume it was deliberate.
Talk honestly. Tolerance is important,
but don’t let a real irritation go because
it seems unimportant or hard to dis-
cuss. Let your neighbors know if some-
thing they do annoys.
Be respectful. Talk directly to your
neighbors if there’s a problem. Gossip-
ing with others can damage relation-
ships and create trouble.
Remain calm. If a neighbor mentions a
problem they have with you, thank
them for the input. You don’t have to
agree or justify any behavior. Wait for
any anger to subside before respond-
ing.
Listen carefully. When discussing a problem, try to understand your
NEED SOME EXTRA HELP? My name is Nathan VanDomelen, 16 years old. I am a trustworthy and dedicated person. I honor all appointments and always do quality work. Here are a few things I can do: baby-sit, take care of plants, take care of pets (I am good with animals), pull weeds, and clean
cars (inside and out.) Please note that I am not limited only to the jobs specified. I am available most weekdays, but prefer weekends due to school. Please don’t hesitate to
call me (503) 206-6563. Thank you.
PET CARE Responsible 12 year old girl who loves to care for your pets. I am available to walk, play with, feed or care for while you are at work or away. All types of animals, birds or fish are
acceptable. Please call to schedule your pet care. Manoy 503-203-1787
CERTIFIED READING THERAPIST Private sessions to improve your child's reading skills. Call for information or to schedule
Hi, my name is Emilie Jackson, I'm 17 years old, and go to St. Mary's Academy. I've been
babysitting for 6 years with all ages and love it! I'm available most week nights but espe-
cially weekends and willing to book on short notice. I have lots of references upon request,
so give me a call! (503) 804-6616
TWO BROTHERS PET & PLANT SITTING We are 14 and 16 year old brothers who provide quality care for your pets and plants while you’re away. We have over five years of experience caring for pets and plants, indoors and
out, from cats and cacti to dogs and dahlias. References available. Gabe and Hayden Henderson, call 503-296-9165 or email [email protected]
NANNY/BABYSITTER My name is Ashley and I am 17 year old., experienced babysitter and Red Cross certified. I love to play games, do arts and crafts, play sports and be active. I have my drivers license and am a good driver with my own car. I am able to drive myself along with others if needed. I am available school nights,
weekends and this summer. Please call Ashley at 503-577-6951 or email [email protected].
FUN, RELIABLE, BABYSITTER AVAILABLE Responsible, caring and experienced with kids of all ages! Available on weeknights and weekends to babysit for families, during parties, etc. Call 503-291-1249 or email [email protected]
PET CARE / PLANT WATERING Responsible 13 and 16 year old brothers will provide excellent nurture for your pets and plants. In the last five years we have cared for numerous neighborhood pets, watered an abundance of vegetation and provided many dogs a daily walk. References available. Call Reid or Trent at:
503-203-1491
BABYSITTER Responsible 12 year old girl available for babysitting in the Forest Heights Neighborhood. I am
Red Cross-certified and love kids! Call Abby at 503-292-7744.
DRUM LESSONS Accomplished, studious high school student (junior) offering lessons in home studio;
2 drum sets for teach and follow instruction and recording equipment to monitor progress. Qualifications: 5 years study, numerous instructors, rock & jazz emphasis. Drummer and percussionist in 3 bands: rock, jazz and orchestra. Performance venues include clubs, charity events & private engagements. Rate: $10/half hour; $18/hour. Email:
BABYSITTER/PET SERVICES AVAILABLE Hi my name is Haley and I am a sophomore in high school. I am offering babysitting and pet services. I am Red Cross certified for CPR. I have been a camp counselor for ages 2-12, a mother’s helper for a 1 year old, and a sitter for school age children. My parents are avail-
able to drive me anywhere in the neighborhood. I love kids and am very patient with them! I currently charge $10 per hour. My pet services are as follows: Grooming and sitting. Groom-
ing would be available at my own home where a grooming center is available. I currently charge $20 per full day/night sitting and grooming cost varies by size and coat length.
References are available. Email: [email protected] or call 503.863.6673
FOREST HEIGHTS STORAGE UNITS FOR RENT Secure Storage/Parking Garages available in Forest Heights behind the Village Center.
Sizes and Prices Vary. Contact 503-384-0333 if you’re interested. Professionally managed
by C and R Real Estate Services, Co.
LOOKING FOR EXTRA HELP? Hi! My name is Jake Marcy and I am 16 years old. I am dedicated to my sports and school. I am a lacrosse player for Lincoln High School and love my sport. I am very motivated and willing to work as hard as you need. I can help with yard work, computer work (Facebook,
upload photos, etc.), animal watching and walking, babysitting, house sitting, lacrosse training. I am a hard worker so feel free to call me for any work you might have. Please feel
free to call me at 503-297-5921 or 503-407-0846.
PLAY DATE 5 year old girl is looking for the girl of same age or older, to arrange regular play dates.
FOR RENT MT HOOD SKI CHALET- One for Vacation Rental - One For SALE by Owner. Sleeps 8. Three Bedroom, 2.5Bath, 2-car Garage, Pools, Spa, Deck. Hot Tub, Trails. Offers four seasons of fun: Ski, Hike, Fish, Boat, Climb. Located Right at Government Camp - Collins Lake Resort
and Grand Lodges. Mention this FHHOA ad for FHHOA Member Rates and Book Direct with
PIANO TEACHER/TUTORING Excellent piano teacher and professional tutor (LA, Math, French, Study Skills). Fully certified.
Established business 6+ years in Forest Heights. Great references from your neighbors. I make learning fun and I connect personally with my students. I travel to you! Please call Sarah at:
BABYSITTING SERVICE My name is Kendall and am 13 years old. I live in Forest Heights and an Red Cross CPR
certified. My parents will drive me to residences in the neighborhood. I can be reached at
503-780-1890/503-706-0348, and charge $5.00/hr.
EXPERIENCED NANNY Experienced nanny for many families in Forest Heights. Flexible availability. Reliable
transportation and perfect driving record. Many references. Part time preferable.
Phone Jocelyn at: 503-459-9443.
SOCCER UNIFORMS FOR SALE 2 Forest Heights Soccer uniforms, navy blue & white, size L | $20 each
Contact Noelle at 503-297-5646.
BRIDGE ANYONE? Looking for intermediate level bridge players who would like to play for fun.
Call Mike and Steph 503-244-1418
BABYSITTING SERVICE Hi, I’m Trudi, and I’m a senior at Lincoln High School. I am CPR certified and live in Forest
Heights. I do not have my driver’s license yet; however, I can be driven by my parents to and from babysitting jobs. I have been babysitting kids ages 1.5 to 11 years old for the past
three years. I also work with preschoolers and kindergarteners in childcare at my church. I am available most weekends including Fridays. I currently charge $9/hour. By the way, I am
allergic to dogs and cats so I am unable to babysit for pet owners. Please call me at 503-