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MONTPELIER TODAY 1 Jan.-Feb. 2011

The Newsletter Of The

Montpelier Community Association

Montpelier TodayJanuary-February 2011

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Presidents Letter4

October 2010 Board Meeting Minutes5

October ACCC Meeting Minutes6

November 2010 Board Meeting Minutes7

November ACCC Meeting Minutes9

Treasurers Report10

New Board Information12

Marlins Corner13

ACCC Approval Request Form17

Helping Hands22

2011 Budget11

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January-February 2011Bob Derrick, PresidentChair, Executive Committee

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Jack Keating, Vice President

Member, Executive Committee301 325-0497

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Lillian Fazio, TreasurerChair, Finance Committee


Patricia Douville, SecretaryMember, Executive Committee


Paul Buehler, TrusteeChair, Pool Committee


Richard Dengler, TrusteeChair, Security Committee

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Dave Eisenberg, TrusteeCo-Chair, Facilities Committee301 [email protected]

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FROM THE PRESIDENT

BOARD MEETINGS BEGIN AT 7:00 PMBOARD MEETINGS BEGIN AT 7:00 PMBOARD MEETINGS BEGIN AT 7:00 PMBOARD MEETINGS BEGIN AT 7:00 PMMCA BOARD MEETINGSAREOPENTOALL MONTPELIERHOMEOWNERS

Mark your calendar for Tuesday, January 11 and Tuesday, February 8 for the monthly board meetings at Deer-

field Community Center, preschool room. All meetings begin at 7 PM.

MCA Board meetings are held the second Tuesday of every month.

Montpelier homeowners are encouraged to attend.

Dear Neighbors:

Happy New Year!! As we transition from the hectic

holiday season to the cold winter months ahead, you

can rest assured that your MCA volunteers are hard

at work and will not be lying dormant. As always, I

encourage you to contact any of the Committee

Chairs listed in this newsletter if you would like to

get involved.

Each homeowner will be receiving their annual as-

sessment notice the end of January. Please note

that the assessment will be $265.00 and is due

March 1, 2011. We will also offer the Bonus Pool

Guest Passes again this year to those that pay on

time. Be mindful that there are additional fees and

interest charged to any assessments that come in

after the due date. Details will be included in theassessment letter.

The Architectural Control and Compliance Commit-

tee are continuing their efforts to address the turkey

vulture complaint on Eastbourne Lane. By making

the physical conditions unfavorable for these birds,

neighbors can take steps to discourage them from

roosting on their property. A wire stretched across

the roof, motion activated sprinkler, repetitive loud

noises, recorded bird distress calls and an effigy of a

dead vulture are just some of the deterrent meas-

ures offered on the internet. In addition, it would

be prudent to keep white trash bags inside a trash

can and not loose on your property, as they can at-

tract turkey vultures.

One member of the Turkey Vulture Society has rec-

ommended that a motion-activated sprinkler system

may be the best option to stop the birds from roost-

ing on housetops. The product is Contech Electron-

ics brand ScareCrow and can be found at

www.motion-activated-sprinkler.com/scarecrow-

motion-activated-sprinkler/.

I would like to remind all homeowners that Article

IX - Architectural Control in the MCA By-laws re-

quires that we must get prior approval for exterior

changes and alterations that we make to our prop-

erty. It specifically states that A Member shall not

make changes or architectural alterations to the

external appearance of any structure on any Lot,

until the complete plans and specifications have

been approved in writing by the Architectural Con-

trol and Compliance Committee. You can read the

rest of Article IX and all of the covenants and bylaws

by referring to the copy of the MCA Governing Docu-

ments that you received when you purchased your

home or read it online at www.montpelieronline.org.

The ACCC Approval Form and additional information

concerning this matter can be found in each issue of

this newsletter that is delivered to your front door

six times a year or on the website. Our ACCC does an

excellent job enforcing our covenants and they are

always looking for individuals to join their team. We

owe all those ACCC volunteers, over the last 40+

years, a continual thanks for keeping our neighbor-

hood looking good and our property values high!

Bob Derrick


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Montpelier Community Association, Inc.Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes

October 12, 2010

Trustees in Attendance: Richard Dengler, Bob Derrick,

Patricia Douville, Dave Eisenberg, Lillian Fazio, and Jack

Keating.

President B. Derrick called the meeting to order at 7:00

PM. There was a quorum to conduct business.Arriving after quorum called: Paul Buehler and Tim Ja-

cobs.

Trustees Absent with Cause: Julia Coldren Walker

Community Members Present: Mary Derrick, and M.

Hughes.

Secretarys Report: Tricia Douville

The minutes of the September 2010 board meeting were

reviewed and amended. Trustee Keating made a motion

to accept the amended minutes. Trustee Fazio seconded

the motion and it passed unanimously.

Treasurers Report: Lillian Fazio

Copies of the financials were distributed to all.

The treasurer received copies of the final audit for 2008.

Everything looks good and there were 15 recommenda-

tions made by the accountant which the board can re-

view. Several of the recommendations, such as providing

all contractors with 1099s, have already been put into

practice. The accountant offered to meet with the

board if they would like to discuss the audit or the recom-

mendations.

All delinquent accounts have been turned over to the

attorney for collection.

We have received a new debit card from Capital One.Several CDs are maturing and the Board needs to decide

where to invest/deposit the money.

COMMITTEE REPORTS

ACCC: Michael Boddie, Chairperson

A photo of the vultures was produced and will be

sent to the attorney.

The committee decided to ask members to resign

when they know they will miss three consecutive meet-

ings and they can rejoin the committee when they return.

There was no quorum for the meeting so two ap-

proval requests will be handled on-line.

The guidelines will be signed and published in the

newsletter and put on the web page.

Trustee Buehler was reminded about the fine which

he had offered to pay.

Pool Committee: Paul Buehler, Chairperson

The Volleyball equipment has been stored in the ga-

rage unit.

The water is still on at the pool and Trustee Buehler

will notify Lighthouse to begin winterization. The pool

cover is on, but there is too much water in it.

The tables have been covered with a tarp. Lighthouse

to invoice for the tarp with winterization bill.

The record board has been taken back to Signs R Us

because the plastic was wavy. The flag pole needs to be replaced. Trustee Dengler

suggested a way to fix it.

Trustee Buehler would like to replace the walkway to

the basketball court with pea gravel.

The underwater lights and spout still need to be

fixed. They will be put on a hit list prior to paying for win-

terization.

Ping pong table has not been purchased yet, but he is

deciding between two models. Ms. Derrick reported that

one of the tables (Kettler 5.0) was on sale ($502) at Sports

Authority (in store). Trustee Buehler has already been

authorized to pay up to $600.

Communications Committee: Tim Jacobs, Chairperson

Trustee Jacobs was not able to update the website

due to personal issues, but he will get to it this month.

M. Segura will be contacted regarding the phone bill

for the 1-800 line so MCA can reimburse her.

Trustee Jacobs will find out what he is paying for the

MCA website called Groupsite and arrange with the treas-

urer to get the bill paid through MCA rather than his per-

sonal account.

Trustee Jacobs also announced that the County posted

signs for cleaning the streets in Montpelier.

Security Committee: Richard Dengler, Chairperson

Trustee Dengler reported that the investigation con-

tinues on the three break-ins on Graystone, although he

is not happy with the response from the detective.

A car was broken into on Cedarbrook.

A Shadetree Lane resident complained that some

Crestleigh Apartment residents trampled his fence in or-

der to get to a party his neighbor was hosting. Although

there continue to be issues with cut-throughs from the

apartments, this appears to be a neighbor dispute.

Facilities Committee: Richard Dengler, Chairperson

Trustee Dengler will ask Brickman to clean debris

from the drains/drainage area.

Three bids for painting the tennis court fence, one

coat, have been received. ($4,000, $6,000 and $6,000).

He reported that the fence is very rusty and asked if di-

rect to metal paint will work on rust or if the fence should

be replaced. He will get quotes on the cost of a new

fence.

Brickman is coming to do the reseeding. Trustee

(Continued on page 6)


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ACCC REPORT

ACCC Meeting

October 7, 2010

Committee Members Present: Michael Boddie, Brian

Dennis, Jack Keating, and Diana Sowle

Committee Members Absent: Toni Byrd, Thomas Jaehni-

gen, Ron Lenart, Pauline Pettitt, and Tim Shrewsbury.Community Members Present: M. Hughes and Sandra

Santos.

The meeting was called to order at 7:05 PM, but there

was not a quorum. As the MCA governing documents do

not require a quorum to conduct committee meetings,

the Board of Trustees allows the ACCC to conduct busi-

ness meetings without a quorum present; however, for

all decisions of the committee requiring a vote, the ACCC

must abide by the quorum rules. Voting may take place

online.

Old Business:12400 Cedarbrook The yard continues to improve.

12411 Cedarbrook Waiting for board member to pay

the $50 fine for proceeding without prior approval.

8908 Eastbourne - Working with insurance company for

gutter repairs.

9003 Eastbourne Vultures are present, but T. Shrews-

bury offered to contact owner at the last meeting,

so the committee will wait for his report.8819 Gramercy Lane The committee will discuss online

whether to send a cease and desist letter regarding

the debris and cardboard covering the windows.

There was a question whether the driveway exten-

sion is gravel or paved.

12812 Silverbirch Owner must get county approval for

fencing over easement. Further research needed to

see if neighbors have been contacted for com-

ments. T. Byrd will be asked to monitor.

12417 Radnor M. Boddie will investigate to see if tree

limbs remain in the yard.

12421 Radnor New contact information will be put in

the file.(Continued on page 8)

Derrick asked if he had received a guarantee in writing; if

the in-field area was removed; if the trench area was in-

cluded; and if it will be watered.

Swing is ready and Trustee Eisenberg put it up.

Captain Rob Brewer, Commander of District VI, Prince

Georges County Police, stopped by to introduce himself

and open the channels of communication between Mont-

pelier and the PG Police Department. He offered informa-tion on the investigation of the Graystone break-ins. He

will check into the investigators response and follow-up.

Statistics on crime in our area will be sent to Trustee

Dengler.

He spoke on the new 911 dispatch system which has been

frustrating to some. It is no longer handled by police per-

sonnel but by Public Safety Communications. He asked if

there would be community interest in a Neighborhood

Walk or Neighborhood Watch. Trustee Dengler said the

security committee acts as a type of neighborhood watch.

Trustee Keating asked for increased radar presence for

speeding on Montpelier Drive. Speed cameras were also

discussed. Captain Brewer said he would try to get some

additional speed traps in our neighborhood.

Captain Brewer indicated that one way for residents to get

emergency information would be to sign up for free alert

notices send directly to e-mail addresses and/or cell

phones: nexle.com.

There being no other old business, Trustee Derrick re-

cessed the meeting at 8:45 pm in order to seat the new

board. The new board was seated and Trustee Derrick

called the meeting to order at 8:46 pm.

Trustees in Attendance: Paul Buehler, Patricia Dou-

ville, Richard Dengler, Bob Derrick, Dave Eisenberg,

Lillian Fazio, Tim Jacobs and Jack Keating.

Trustees Absent with Cause: Tony Fleming

Trustee Jacobs made a motion that all former officers ofthe board remain in their position. Trustee Dengler sec-

onded the motion and it passed unanimously. Trustee

Douville was the third member of the Executive Committee

for the last board, but Trustee Buehler expressed interest

in the position. Trustee Eisenberg made a motion to vote

for the third member for the Executive Board. Trustee

Dengler seconded the motion. Trustee Douville was

elected to the Executive Committee. (Votes for P. Douville-

Dengler, Douville, Eisenberg, Fazio, Keating; votes for P.

Buehler Buehler, Jacobs).

President Derrick requested that the Chairmen of the com-

mittees meet with their committees and discuss the com-

mittee protocols, pick their Chairmen for 2011 and bring

the results to the November Board meeting for Board ap-

proval.

The next board meeting will be held on Tuesday, Novem-

ber 9, 2010 at 7:00 PM at Deerfield Recreation Center, pre-

school room. The motion was made and seconded to ad-

journ at 8:50 pm. The motion passed unanimously.

(Continued from page 5)


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Montpelier Community Association, Inc.Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes

November 9, 2010

Trustees in Attendance: Paul Buehler, Bob Derrick,

Patricia Douville, Dave Eisenberg, Lillian Fazio, Tony Flem-

ing and Jack Keating.

President B. Derrick called the meeting to order at 7:00PM. There was a quorum to conduct business.

Arriving after quorum called: Richard Dengler (7:37 pm)

Trustees Absent with Cause: Tim Jacobs

Community Members Present: Michael Boddie, Mary

Derrick and M. Hughes.

Secretarys Report: Tricia Douville

The minutes of the October 2010 board meeting were

reviewed. Trustee Keating made a motion to accept the

minutes. Trustee Douville seconded the motion and it

passed unanimously.

Treasurers Report: Lillian Fazio

Copies of the financials were distributed to all.

Two CDs mature in December ($13,000 and

$100,000).

$39,000 needs to go back into the Reserve and the

rest will be deposited into checking until the board de-

cides where to invest the rest. Trustee Fazio will bring

suggestions on investment choices.

The budget will be ready for approval at the Decem-

ber meeting. Trustee Fazio will distribute an excel version

to all board members for their review and discussion.

2009 audit was discussed. Our accountant estimated

an audit to be $5,000. Trustee Keating thought this wasoverpriced and offered to get another quote.

Capital expenditures were discussed. The tennis

courts and parking lot will need attention this year. Addi-

tional concrete decking and the baby pool may need at-

tention this year as well.

Trustee Keating made a motion to increase the as-

sessment to $265. Trustee Douville seconded the motion.

The assessment has not been increased in five years, the

reserve needs to be funded, and most board members

would rather increase the assessment rather than impose

a special assessment. The motion to increase the assess-

ment to $265 passed unanimously.

COMMITTEE REPORTS

ACCC: Michael Boddie, Chairperson

Trustee Buehler was reminded about the fine which

he had offered to pay.

Boats and trailers must be removed from the prem-

ises as of November 1.

The committee felt that the turkey vulture issue was

in the hands of the board and no longer an ACCC issue.

The board, under the attorneys direction, wants the com-

mittee to follow proper procedures in this matter as this is

a violation of the covenants, Article IV Uses, Section 3.

Two board members reported that there is a bad odor andeither the birds are being fed or the homeowner is not

securing the trash properly.

Trustee Keating made a motion to accept Mr. Boddie

as chairperson of the ACCC committee. Trustee Eisenberg

seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. A list of

members was turned over to the board.

Mr. Boddie discussed a neighbor complaint which is not a

covenant matter. Trustee Derrick will look into the mat-

ter.

Communications Committee: Tim Jacobs, Chairperson

The minutes and newsletters have been updated. Trustee

Fleming will work with Trustee Jacobs on the website.

The Yahoo group monitors should be reminded that

emails on the list serv are supposed to be signed.

Facilities Committee: Richard Dengler, Chairperson

Trustee Dengler requested that Trustee Eisenberg be

approved as co-chair. Trustee Keating made a motion to

accept Trustee Dengler and Trustee Eisenberg as co-chairs

of the Facilities Committee. Trustee Buehler seconded the

motion and it passed unanimously.

The baby swing is broken.

Bids for landscaping were discussed. Trustee Dengler

has an offer from Brickman for three years. The gatecloser will continue, but a new contract for grounds trash

and leaves is needed.

Trustee Buehler felt that only 50% of the grass is grow-

ing. Trustee Dengler will ask Brickman to fix it.

Members of the Facilities Committee are: P. Pettit, H.

Bailey, P. Stainer, G. Hynes, B. Jacobs.

The locks will be changed when winterization is com-

plete and will be given to responsible people.

Quotes are still needed for either a new fence or paint-

ing of the fence.

Pool Committee: Paul Buehler, Chairperson

Members of the pool committee are: T. Forrey, M.

Middlebusher, E. Brown de Colstoun. There is no pool

chair yet.

The pool was winterized on November 1. Bathrooms

dismantled as required, a sump pump will keep the water

below skimmer levels. Lights will be done in the spring.

Trustee Keating does not believe that the line to the ten-

nis court could have been blown out. Trustee Buehler will



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check on that and make sure that the bathroom parts

are put in bags and boxed. The fill spout has not been

done.

Recycling cans/bags will be taken to the curb.

Motors will not be taken out this year.

No quotes yet for the management contract. Trus-

tee Derrick suggested getting online, website quotes

with a standard opening and closing date.

Social Committee: Carla Bowen, Chairperson

Trustee Buehler made a motion to approve C. Bowen as

chairperson. Trustee Keating seconded the motion and

it passed unanimously.

Security Committee: Richard Dengler, Chairperson

Trustee Dengler reported unusual activity at 3 am in the

Orwood Lane and Cedarbrook Lane area. Trustee Flem-

ing made a motion to accept Trustee Dengler as chair-

person of the committee. Trustee Keating secondedthe motion and it passed unanimously.

Tennis Committee: Lillian Fazio, Chairperson

Trustee Fazio discussed the tennis court refurbish-

ing. The weather is now too cold but we can lock in the

price now and the work will be done when the weather

permits in the spring. Trustee Keating asked her to

make sure that a deposit isnt required until spring.

Trustee Keating made a motion to accept Trustee

Fazio as the Tennis Committee chairperson. Trustee

Dengler seconded the motion and it passed unani-

mously.

OLD BUSINESS:

Trustee Fazio and M. Hughes have not been able to get

information regarding the 888 phone bill. They will con-

tinue trying to contact Ms. Segura.

NEW BUSINESS:

Trustee Fleming offered to chair the Governing

Documents committee. Trustee Derrick made a motion

to appoint Trustee Fleming as chairperson. Trustee

Keating seconded the motion and it passed unani-

mously. Trustee Derrick suggested that a clean ver-

sion, with all the amendments, be created in time for a

new printing.

Trustee Fleming was also asked to work on the

website and help keep it up to date and relevant. Trus-

tee Fazio has still not received the bill. The chairman-

ship of the Communications Committee has not been

voted on yet.

Trustee Fleming also suggested that themes or top-

ics can be set for upcoming board meetings. Ms. Witt, in an e-mail to Trustee Derrick, suggested

that a donation be made to the Community Center for

all their help. Trustee Douville will draft a letter asking

if there is anything that they need. She also asked if the

board would consider hiring someone to pick up leaves

in the neighborhood. Trustee Dengler will ask Brickman

for a quote.

The next board meeting will be held on Tuesday, De-

cember 13, 2010 at 7:00 PM at Deerfield Recreation

Center, preschool room. The motion was made and

seconded to adjourn at 8:45 pm. The motion passed

unanimously.


New Business:

8713 Granite Lane Ms. Santos presented a request

to widen and repave a driveway. The commit-

tee will vote online. The overall width cannot

exceed 25 feet, per the Covenants, and the re-

quired neighbors signature is still needed.

(Online vote results after all information pro-

vided: Approved).

P. Pettitt requested clarification regarding signs al-

lowed in yards. As the sign in question was on the

county right-of-way, the committee felt that it had no

jurisdiction.

Guidelines will be signed and printed in the newslet-

ter and posted online.

Members present felt that the newsletter an-

nouncement regarding trailers was correct.

Members present agreed that members who know

that they will be absent from three consecutive

meetings, should resign from the committee and

rejoin when they return. This will help meeting the

quorum requirements. This will be discussed and

put into the 2011 guidelines.

The meeting adjourned at 7:50 pm. The next meet-

ing of the ACCC will be Thursday, November 4, 2010

at 7:00 PM at Deerfield Community Center.

(ACCC Mtg Continued from page 6)


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Deerfield Community Center

November 4, 2010

Committee Members Present: Michael Boddie, Toni

Byrd, Brian Dennis, Jack Keating,, Thomas Jaehnigen,

Pauline Pettitt, and Tim ShrewsburyCommittee Members Absent: Ron Lenart, Diana Sowle

Community Members Present: M. Hughes

The meeting was called to order at 7:04 PM, and there

was a quorum. B. Dennis made a motion to elect M. Bod-

die as committee chairperson. T. Byrd seconded the mo-

tion and it carried unanimously. J. Keating made a mo-

tion to accept the amended October meeting minutes. B.

Dennis seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.

Old Business:

12206 Brittany Place Vacant house should be moni-

tored, but the yard is being maintained.12208 Brittany Place Most of the debris on the porch

has been removed. Thank you.

12400 Cedarbrook Lane The yard continues to im-

prove. Thank you.

12411 Cedarbrook Lane M. Boddie will speak to the

board member who offered to pay the $50 fine

for proceeding without prior approval.

8908 Eastbourne Lane - M. Boddie reported that the

gutters have been repaired. Thank you.

9003 Eastbourne Lane The board is handling the vul-

ture issue so the matter is closed.

8819 Gramercy Lane A letter to the estate executors

will be drafted to explain the violations: Card-board in windows, trailer in driveway, debris in

back yard, the extension and the unacceptable

surface (gravel) of the driveway. The committee

will revise the letter online and it will be sent

after review.

12417 Radnor Lane M. Boddie reported that the tree

limbs are gone. Thank you.

12812 Silverbirch Lane Owner did not provide county

approval for fencing over the easement or re-

quired signatures so the request for approval

was denied.

New Business:

12203 Brittany Place M. Boddie will inspect the hole

near side vent.8812 Gramercy Lane Request for approval of new

paint, windows and roof was approved.

9001 Montpelier Drive Letter needed regarding large

tree limb in yard for several months.

9302 Montpelier Drive J. Keating will investigate a

question regarding large, second shed being con-

structed.

9314 Montpelier Drive The fence is falling down,

the house is moldy and debris is accumulating

(including a refrigerator). A letter will be sent.

8809 Oxwell Lane Request for approval of drainage

improvement was approved.

8721 Oxwell Lane Owner requested assistance with

neighbor is not a covenant issue for the ACCC.

The committee will assist with paperwork if a

fence is requested.

8718 Oxwell Lane Letter needed regarding trailer

stored in driveway.

8907 Royal Ridge Lane A neighbor complaint regard-

ing cars parked in a driveway is not a covenant

violation. One car does not have a valid sticker

so the owner will be notified.

12348 Shadetree Lane Letter needed regarding

boat parked in the driveway.

The committee will request information regarding aday care in the community.

B. Dennis requested a copy of the signature page of

the ACCC guidelines.

A list of survey areas will be distributed.

The meeting adjourned at 8:26 pm. The next meet-

ing of the ACCC will be Thursday, December 2, 2010

at 7:00 PM at Deerfield Community Center.

ACCC REPORT

Our "semi-brilliant" idea (tongue-in-cheek) about Mont-

pelier "Seniors Helping Seniors" continues to "chug"

along.

We have about 20 volunteers offering to help others. We

have had perhaps 5 requests for information or help.

Several of the volunteers have attended to all those re-

quests, never having to do much beyond lending a brief

helping hand, just listening, or offering to be "there"

when the time really comes.

Nevertheless, our efforts were well-meaning, and all of

us continue to stand ready to help Seniors or others

needing similar help to continue to "live in place" in their

own long-time homes.

Paul Katz

SENIORS HELPING SENIORS


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TREASURERS REPORT November 2010 Profit and Loss

Nov 10 Jan - Nov

Ordinary Income/Expense

Income

Assessments 0.00 153,765.00

Pool Passes

Extended Family Membership 0.00 3,150.00Guest Passes 0.00 3,220.00

Total Pool Passes 0.00 6,370.00

Other Fees

Administration Fees 0.00 3,050.00

Legal Reimbursement 0.00 1,098.19

Interest Late Assessments 0.00 536.40

Resale Packages 0.00 485.00

Reimbursement-Bank Charges 0.00 18.87

Total Other Fees 0.00 5,188.46

Bank Interest 64.11 3,360.88

Advertising 0.00 2,886.00

Donations

Benevolent Fund 0.00 870.00

Governing Documents 0.00 50.00

Security 0.00 50.00

Swim Team 0.00 650.00

Tennis 0.00 85.00

Total Donations 0.00 1,705.00

Other income 0.00 47.21

Total Income 64.11 173,322.55

ExpensePool Operations & Maintenance

Pool Contract 0.00 55,600.00

Maintenance & Repair 0.00 4,460.63

Furniture 104.66 156.82

Gate Attendants 0.00 8,711.10

P.G. Health Dept 0.00 400.00

Total Pool Ops & Maintenance 104.66 69,328.55

Common grounds maintenance

Landscaping Contract 3,972.00 7,531.00

General Maintenance 95.00 10,520.47

Gate Keeper 200.00 2,200.00

Cleanup 0.00 700.00

Basketball Courts 0.00 22.34

Playground 0.00 1,560.00

Tennis Courts 0.00 2,019.20

Volleyball Courts 0.00 1,510.47

Total Common grounds maintenance 4,267.00 26,063.48

Nov 10 Jan - Nov

Utilities

Electricity 0.00 8,545.84

Water 0.00 5,455.64

Trash Pickup 231.74 2,461.73

Telephone 26.09 326.27Washington Gas 22.19 240.58

Total Utilities 280.02 17,030.06

Administrative Costs

Admin. Assistant 1,665.00 10,775.00

Office Exp & Supplies 116.54 1,446.14

Mileage reimbursement 24.20 214.00

P.O. Boxes 0.00 232.00

Bank Charge 0.00 40.00

Total Administrative Costs 1,805.74 12,707.14

Newsletter

Printing 915.27 4,810.31

Administrative Asst 0.00 620.00

Delivery 260.00 1,320.00

Supplies and postage 0.00 430.15

Total Newsletter 1,175.27 7,180.46

Professional Fees

Accountant 350.00 6,650.00

Attorney 1,140.00 3,315.00

Total Professional Fees 1,490.00 9,965.00

Insurance 0.00 6,102.00

Other expense

Social Committee 912.17 1,711.51

Income Taxes 0.00 1,529.72Refunds 0.00 305.00

Annual Meeting 0.00 125.00

Misc 0.00 100.00

Total Other expense 912.17 3,771.23

Donation Expense

Benevolent Fund Exp 0.00 1,015.00

Swim Team Expense 0.00 650.00

Total Donation Expense 0.00 1,665.00

Fund for uncollectible debt 0.00 35.00

Total Expense 10,034.86 153,847.92

Net Ordinary Income-9,970.75 19,474.63

Other Income/Expense

Other Expense

Capital reserve expenditures 0.00 153,859.00

Total Other Expense 0.00 153,859.00

Net Other Income 0.00-

153,859.00

Net Income -9,970.75-

134,384.37

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Continued in next column


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INCOME

Assessments * $ 184,175

Pool Passes

Extended Family Passes 2,500Guest Passes 2,500

Other Fees

Administration Fees 1,800

Legal Reimbursement 500

Fines 100

Interest-Late Assessments 200

Resale Pkgs 200Reimbursement of Bank

Charges 50

Bank Interest 2,000

Advertising 3,000

DonationsBenevolent Fund 350

Miscellaneous 50

TOTAL INCOME 197,425

EXPENSE

Pool OperationsPool Contract 57,000

Maintenance & Repair 8,000

Gate attendants 10,500

County health inspection 400

Total Pool Operations 75,900

Common GroundsLandscaping Contract 9,000

General Maintenance 9,000

Gate Keeper 2,400

Cleanup 1,000

Total Common Grounds 21,400

UtilitiesElectric 10,000

Water 6,000

Trash 3,000

Telephone 1,000Gas 500

Total Utilities 20,500

Administrative CostsAdministrative Assistant 13,000

Office Expense & Supplies 2,500

Mileage Reimbursement 300P.O. Boxes 250

Bank Charge 50

Total Administrative Costs 16,100

Newsletter

Printing 7,000

Admistrative Assistant-Wages 2,000

Delivery 1,500

Supplies & postage 500

Total Newsletter 11,000

Professional FeesAccountant 5,000

Attorney 5,000

Reserve Study 1,000

Total Professional Fees 11,000

Insurance 7,000

Other ExpensesSocial Committee 3,000

Taxes 2,000

Communications 500

Refunds 500

Annual Meeting 325

TOTAL OTHER EXPENSE 6,325

Uncollectible Funds 1,000

Contingency Provision 8,782

Funding of Reserve Fund 18,418

TOTAL EXPENDITURES $ 197,425

Montpelier Community Association

Annual Budget for 2011

* Assessments for 2011 will be $ 265

continued

Continued in next column


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Contact Information for the 2011 Board of Trustees and Committee Chairs

George Washington Musicale with Simple Gifts

Where: Montpelier Mansion

9650 Muirkirk Road

Contact Info: Tel.: (301) 377-7817, TTY: (301) 699-2544, www.pgparks.com

When: Sunday, February 27, 2:00 pm (no snow date)

What: Drawing on an impressive variety of ethnic folk styles, Simple Gifts plays everything from livelyIrish jigs to hard-driving Klezmer frailachs and haunting Gypsy melodies. This award-winning

trio plays an amazing array of instruments and songs from around the world.

Cost: $10/FoM Members; $15/Non-members

RSVP Info: Reservations required. Please call (301) 377-7817; TTY (301) 699-2544

Ages: 12 and up

Bob Derrick, President

[email protected]

301 776-5008

12608 Cedarbrook Lane

Jack Keating, Vice President

[email protected]

301 325-0497

9307 Montpelier Dr.

Patricia Douville, Secretary

[email protected]

301 490-7614

8904 Eastbourne Lane

Lillian Fazio, Treasurer

[email protected]

301 776-32678716 Crystal Rock Lane

Paul Buehler

[email protected]

301 776-98869000 Golden Pass

Tony Fleming

[email protected]

202 213-68568702 Crystal Rock Lane

Richard Dengler

[email protected]

301 725-6930

8702 Granite Lane

David Eisenberg

[email protected]

301 776-1842

12506 Cedarbrook Lane

Tim Jacobs

[email protected]

916 712-1731 c or 240-841-2787 h

8711 Crestmont Lane

ACC CommitteeMichael [email protected]

301 725-7586

Pool CommitteePaul [email protected]

301 776-9886

Swim Team Committee

Lynne Collman

[email protected]

301-776-3098Communications Committee

Tim Jacobs

[email protected] 841-2787

Security CommitteeRichard [email protected] 725-6930

Elections Committee

Lynne Collman

[email protected]

301-776-3098

Facilities CommitteeRichard [email protected] 725-6930 andDavid [email protected] 776-1842

Governing Documents CommitteeTony [email protected] 213-6856

Nominating Committee

Patricia Douville, Secretary

[email protected]

301 490-7614

Social CommitteeCarla [email protected]

Committee Chairs


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MONTPELIER INFORMATION LINE

1 888 MCA INF

( 1 888 622-463 )Press (zero) for Community Announcements

Press 11 for the ACCC

Press 12 for Resale Packages

Press 13 for the Administrative AssistantMessages can be left at all extensions except for the

Announcement Line .

Remember

you can call the Information Line

(1-888-622-4630) or check the website

(www.montpelieronline.org) or (duringthe pool season) call the pool (301-317-

0106) for updates on activities that may

not be included in the Montpelier Today

newsletter.

How to Join the Montpelier Email Group

To join the Montpelier Email Group, follow these steps

exactly.

1. Have a computer that can get to Internet.2. Enter this URL: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/

Montpelier

3. Click the Button at the middle right of the screen.

4. You will now have different steps depending whether

or not you already have a YAHOO account:

If you do have a YAHOO account, skip to STEP 7. If you

do not have a YAHOO account click on the button to

create a new account. Fill in all the information.

5. Enter the Code numbers exactly as they appear on the

screen and follow the directions.

6. You MUST VERIFY your Email account.

7. Once the account is verified and saved you can now

complete the FORM on the GROUP. Go to URL: http://

groups.yahoo.com/group/Montpelier

8. Enter your House Address or LOT number and enter

your REAL name.

9. Once that is submitted you may have to wait a few

days to get your request. If you need it quickly or need

help, please call Tim Jacobs, Communications Chairper-

MARLINS CORNER

WISHING ALL A HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!!!!

Presents have been opened, the last of the cookies have been eaten, visitors have come and gone and the kids

have returned to school!!! Parents ask their children, holidays are over, what is next? All children of

Montpelier respond; To be a Marlin and swim for the Montpelier Swim Team, of course!!!!!!

It is never too early to join the Montpelier Marlins. We are just a few short months away from the start of our 44th

season, so consider being a part of the largest and most fun recreational program in Montpelier!!! If interested in

getting a head start or keeping up with your swim skills, there are several winter teams and

programs available. If interested please contact Lynne at [email protected].

We are interested in designing a Marlin website for the Montpelier Marlins. We are seek-

ing assistance from those who have knowledge in this area and are willing to volunteer

their time. In the time of Hi-tech, the Swim Team Committee feel this will be a valuable

tool in attracting new swimmers and updating both team and Montpelier on events and

activities associated with the Marlins. If interested please contact Lynne Collman or Eric

Brown de Colstoun ([email protected]).

Thank you and may 2011 be good to all!!!!Sincerely,

Lynne Collman

MONTPELIER


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This year we had judges from outside the neighborhood judge our holiday decorations and they were impressed and

delighted with all the beautiful decorations in our community. They reported that they had a hard time deciding who

would win among all the beautiful homes. Here are the winners:

Judges Favorite8707 Crystal Rock Lane

Most Creative

12802 Silverbirch Lane

Christmas Elegance

12114 Mt. Pleasant Drive

Best Religious

8704 Crystal Rock Lane

Best Use of Characters

12701 Silverbirch Lane

Best Door9203 Lawnview

Best Lamppost

12309 Shadetree LaneKid Friendly

12204 Barclay Place

Honorable Mentions : 8806 Eastbourne Lane, 8705 Montpelier Drive, and 8909 Eastbourne Lane

Carla Bowen, Chairperson

Black History Hands-On Program:

Winter on the Plantation

Montpelier Mansion

Saturday, January 29, 1:00 3:00pm (no snow date)

Through hands-on activities, experience the winter chores and pastimes of Montpeliers enslavedresidents. Activities include games to improve hunting skills, preserving foods, weaving, sewing,candle making (weather permitting), and more.

Cost: $5/per participant, FREE/ages 4 and under

RSVP Info: Reservations required. Please call (301) 377-7817; TTY (301) 699-2544

Ages: All ages

SOCIAL COMMITTEE REPORT

ENJOY SOCIAL EVENTS?

The Social Committee needs additional volunteers to join the committee and help with upcoming social

events. If you are interested or just want some additional information, please contact Carla Bowen, Social

Committee Chairperson, [email protected].


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Friendship Teaat

Montpelier Mansion

Saturday, February 12, 2:30 PM

Treat yourself and someone special to Montpelier Mansions Friendship Tea. In-cludes a selection of fine finger sandwiches, scrumptious cakes and pastries, but-

tery scones and your choice of quality loose leaf teas. Tea and food are served on

imported English china and tiered silver stands. Tea will be in Montpeliers ele-gant South Wing, which will be decorated for Valentines Day.

Reservations required! Call 301-377-7817 (no e-mail reservations please)

$25 per person. Payment required in advance. Adult

Remember: THE COUNTYHASDISCONTINUED VACUUMED LEAF COLLECTION

BAG YOUR LEAVES and the County will pick them up weekly (Wednesdays)

Weekly curbside collection of yard waste will

be collected year round. Yard waste includes

grass clippings, leaves, small branches, brushand Christmas trees. For more information

about yard waste collection, call (301) 952-7630.

Yard waste must be placed in securely tied,

heavy-duty paper or plastic bags, or heavy-duty trash cans with handles and a secure lid.Cardboard boxes are not acceptable contain-

ers.

Limbs must not exceed four (4) feet in length

and three (3) inches in diameter and must be

securely tied in bundles. Bundles of limbs andbags of dry grass and leaves must weigh less

than 60 pounds. Wet grass and leaves mustweigh less than 25 pounds.

To report a missed collection or register a

complaint about your yard waste collection,please call (301) 952-7630.

Yard Waste Collection

2011 ASSESSMENT AND AFFIDAVIT

The 2011 Assessment and Affidavit will be mailed to every Montpelier homeowner prior to February 1. If you

do not receive your Assessment and Affidavit by February 1, please call 888 MCA INFO x 103 and leave your

name and mailing address so that a copy can be mailed to you. You can also email Mary Hughes at em-

[email protected] and a copy will be emailed to you.

The assessment for 2011 is $265 and is due March 1, 2011.


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All Tickets are $13 for general admission. Admissionfor students (18 & under) & seniors (65 & over) is $10.

February 5, 2011 through February 27, 2011

The Man Who Came to Dinnerby Moss Hart and George S. KaufmanDirected by Michael V. HartsfieldProduced by Maureen Rogers

Sheridan Whiteside, having dined at the home of the

Stanleys, slips on their doorstep, breaking his hip. A

tumultuous six weeks of confinement follow. The iras-

cible invalid monopolizes the Stanley living room, giv-

ing rise to visits from unsavory individuals, mysterious

phone bills, penguins and other hilarious destroyers of

domestic tranquility.

Produced by special arrangement with Dramatists Play

Service. Performances run weekends from February 5,2011 through February 27, 2011 with Friday and Satur-

day evening performances at 8 p.m. Tickets are $13

for general admission. Admission for students (18 and

under), active duty military and seniors (65 and over)

is $10. For reservations, please call 301-617-9906 and

press 2. For further information visit the web site at

www.laurelmillplayhouse.org or contact Maureen

Rogers at [email protected] or 301-452-

2557.

For reservations, please call 301-617-9906 and press 2. For further information

visit the web site at www.laurelmillplayhouse.org or contact Maureen Rogers

at [email protected] or 301-452-2557.

The Prince Georges County Planning has launched a new, interactive online version of itspopular Citizens Handbook, a guide to planning, zoning, and development review activitiesin the county. Offered as a unique learning tool, the online Citizens Handbookprovides auser-friendly, virtual walkthrough of the guide in four educational modules: Who We Are;

Planning; Zoning; and Development Review. Each module provides written and audio contentexplaining ways citizens can become involved in every level of the planning process. TheCitizens Handbook also outlines the roles and responsibilities of the various branches ofcounty government and the processes for public comment at each stage of the developmentprocess, and describes the fundamental tools used to guide regulations and procedures inplanning and development for the county. Interested users can take a virtual tour of the Citi-zens Handbookby logging onto:

http://www.pgplanning.org/Resources/Citizen_s_Handbook.htmand selecting the online version with audio.

A print version is also available for downloading from the site, or from M-NCPPCs PlanningInformation Services, located in Room L2 of the County Administration Building in UpperMarlboro.

Lauren OliphantSupervisor, Planning Information ServicesM-NCPPC, Development Review Division301-952-5401 (w) 301-952-3295 (f)www.pgplanning.org

Interested in Planning, Zoning and Development in

Prince Georges County?


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MONTPELIER COMMUNITY ASSOCIATIONArchitectural Control Committee

Approval FormMember No: Date:

Name:Address:Telephone:

(Home) (Office)

House Type: Framingham Jamestown Gramercy Eton

Type of Alteration:Addition/modification of basic structure Fence Shed Siding/Paint Deck Other (Including PODS, Dumpsters)Describe the alteration in detail. Information about dimension, materials and design must be included with this form or theproject will not be considered by the ACC. Include any statement of special circumstances that may require deviation from

established and published guidelines. Any changes to the exterior of your home, including paint color, siding and win-dows, will require the approval of the neighbors on each side and in back of your home. Siding must blend harmoniouslywith the neighborhood. The neighbors residing across the street must also be contacted if the project, when completed, canbe seen from their property. Major landscaping projects such as retaining walls, etc. must also be approved. Plans formajor alterations must be submitted to the ACCC two weeks before the meeting. Applications for approval of PODS,dumpsters, or similar structures should check the Other box and must include the maximum time that the structure willbe on the lot.

Attach the following:

Note (1) Copy of plat of your property showing location on your property of the requested alteration.Note (2) Detailed scale drawing or copy of blue prints of proposed alteration.I understand that these items are needed for the committee to make an informed decision about the requested

alteration. When completed we agree to allow the ACCC to inspect this project.

Signature of requester

Neighbor comments:

Name (Print) Address Concur/Non-concur Signature




The homeowner requesting approval of a project (requester) will contact the neighbor(s) residing on each side of hishome to obtain their concurrence or comments. In the event the requester resides on a corner lot, the neighbor re-

siding adjacent to his rear property line must be contacted. The neighbors residing across the street must also becontacted if the project, when completed, can be seen from their property. Space for their name(s), address, concur-rence or comments is provided above. If the required neighbor approvals are not obtained by the requester the

ACC will contact the neighbors to get their comments which will delay processing of the request. Neighbor com-ments will be considered by the ACC in making a decision. Those neighbors that non-concur in a project will benotified in writing of the action taken by the ACC and advised of their right to appeal. If a project requiring ACCapproval is started without such approval it shall be considered in violation of the covenants of the Association.Mail completed forms to MCA ACC Committee, P.O. Box 2503, Laurel, MD 20709.

Note (1) Prince George's County law requires a building permit for all structural changes or additions to your home.

For ArchitecturalCommittee Use OnlyProject No:

Date Received:

Letter Sent:

Revised 1207


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Installing a satellite dish to your home?

Replacing your fence or driveway?

STOP and SUBMITan ACCC Approval Request Form first.

Covenants are enforced and fines are levied and col-

lected. If you are planning any work to the exterior of

your home, first fill out the ACCC Approval Request

Form located in every Montpelier Todaynewsletter and

on-line at www.montpelieronline.org. Submit to:

MCA

ATTN: Architectural Control & Compliance

Committee (ACCC)

P.O. Box 2503

Laurel, MD 20709

Meetings are the first Thursday of every month at 7 PM

at Deerfield Community Center.

ALL EXTERIOR CONSTRUCTION,

ADDITIONS,

ALTERATIONS, SHEDS, FENCES,

REQUIRE PRIOR APPROVALNo new construction, addition, or alteration of a Mont-

pelier home shall be made without prior approval (see

approval form on preceding page) from the Architec-

tural Control & Compliance Committee. This includes

satellite dish installation. All exterior colors and mate-

rials shall blend harmoniously with the neighboring

dwellings. Proceeding without prior approval shallconstitute a covenant violation subject to enforce-

ment, including fines.

BOAT, CAMPER, RV, TRAILER

ENFORCEMENTBoats, campers, RVs, and camping trailers must be in

storage from November 1 through April 30.

UNLICENSED CARSArticle IV, section 5 of the covenants states no vehicle

can be stored on any lot except inside the garage. All

cars, covered or uncovered, must have a valid license

tag and sticker. Residents may be required to provideproof of licensing if the license tag is not clearly visible

on the vehicle. In addition to the covenant above,

Prince Georges County Code states it is unlawful to

have more than one motor vehicle ... dismantled, inop-

erable or unlicensed on your premises. The one vehicle

that is allowed must be inside a closed garage.

USE OF PODS, DUMPSTERS, ETC.The ACCC requests notification before placing a POD,

dumpster, or similar structure on any lot. Please in-

clude the maximum time that the structure will be on

the lot. Use an Approval Form for notification.

RENTING YOUR HOMENOMONTPELIERHOMECANBEUSEDFORANYPURPOSEOTHER

THAN A PRIVATE DWELLING FOR ONE FAMILY. NOTIFY YOUR

RENTALMANAGEMENTCOMPANY.

A printable copy of the MCA Governing Docu-

ments and the ACCC Approval Form can be found

online: www.montpelieronline.org

MONTPELIER HOMEOWNERS: ACCC COVENANT ENFORCEMENT

ACCC Meeting Dates: Thursday, January 6 and Thursday, February 3.

Meetings are at Deerfield Recreation Center at 7 PM.


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[email protected]

(301) 952-7600

Bulky Trash Collection is provided by ap-pointment only. To schedule an appointment,call (301) 952-7600 or e-mail Bulky Trash,

Monday through Friday, between 7:30 a.m.and 4:00 p.m. Appointments are scheduledfor normal County workdays on a first-come,first-served basis.

If the County fails to make the scheduled

collection date due to inclement weather, we

will reschedule the collection for the nextday. If the homeowner fails to place items at

the curb by 6:30 a.m. on the scheduled col-lection day and the items are not picked up,

the homeowner will have to reschedule forthe next available date.

Note: Bulky Trash Collection does not pick

up materials from evictions, foreclosures,unoccupied properties, commerical proper-

ties, apartment complexes, home renova-

tions, remodeling projects or clean lot en-forcement. The disposal of materials fromthese sites is the responsibility of the land-

lord, contractor or business owner.

To schedule an appointment electronically,please e-mail us at [email protected]

with the following information: Name; Ad-

dress; Telephone number; and a list of spe-cific items to be collected by Bulky Trash.

Acceptable Materials

Furniture and refrigerators (Removedoors, for safety reasons, from all appli-ances)

Washing machines and dryers Hot water heaters and lawn mowers

(Remove the gas tank and drain the oilfrom lawn mowers)

Other large materials generated in thehousehold that are not picked up by re-

fuse collection Vehicle Tires (Limit 4, No Truck Tires)

Unacceptable Materials

Materials from evictions, foreclosures,unoccupied properties, commercial prop-erties or apartment complexes

Construction and demolition debris

Stumps and logs Skids and pallets Drums, tanks, kegs and barrels (plastic

and metal) greater than 55 gallons in

size unless the sides are removed andthe vessel flattened prior to collection

Hazardous and bio-hazardous medical

waste

Compressed cylinders of any size, shapeor condition

Asbestos Liquids, including paint, sewage and sep-

tic waste Radioactive material

Animal carcasses

Automobiles or auto parts Chemical and/or petroleum cleanup

waste

Plastic packing materials and plasticsheeting

Soil, rocks, grubbing material and spoil

Ash Shingles, roofing materials Fencing/Sheds/Gazebos Riding lawnmowers

Mirrors Windows Glass

Wood (unless it is a piece of furniture)

Home Renovation/Remodeling debris.

Bulky Trash CollectionThe Architectural Control and Compliance Committee has received several complaints from Montpelier resi-

dents concerning mattresses, cribs, and other large items left at the curb for many days to several weeks. It is

a violation of Article VI, Section 1 of the Covenants to allow garbage or rubbish to remain on any Lot. If you

have scheduled a trash pick-up, please be a good neighbor and put the items out no earlier than 24 hours be-

fore the scheduled pick-up.

VULTURES ARE HERE AND THEY LIKE YOUR TRASH !

Please remember: Put garbage in covered containers or dark-colored trash bags.

White plastic bags are especially appealing to the birds vultures have been observed breaking into white

bags searching for food while ignoring dark trash bags. Lets all try to remove as many food sources as possible.


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Hours of Operation Wednesday & Friday 10am-2pm; Sunday 1pm-4pm

John Calder Brennan Research Library: Monday 10-12 & By Appointment

Tours By Appointment Only

Exhibitions

Thursday, January 13-Saturday, February 26

Black History Month Exhi-

bition: The First 100 Years:

The City of Glenarden,1910 - 2010

All GalleriesFrom soapbox derbies, sandlotbaseball games and Mardi

Gras celebrations, residents of

the town played together andin the process became like a

family as Glenarden grew

from a town to a city.Free Reception: Sunday, Feb-ruary 6, 2- 4 pm

See the unveiling of the 2011

Black History Month posterdesigned by art students from

Ernest Just Middle School withassistance from art teacher

Mrs. Jacqueline Gaskins.

Saturday, March 5 - March 27

42nd Annual Laurel Art

Guild Open Juried Exhibi-tionMain Gallery

Artwork by artists from Mary-

land, the District of Columbia

and Northern Virginia. This

year's juror is artist BarbaraNuss.Sunday, March 6, 2-4 pm,

Award Ceremony and Free

Public Reception.

Friday, March 4 April 23

Mary WalkerLibrary GalleryMixed media constructions by

Maryland artist

There will be a free public re-ception for the artist on Sun-

day, March 6 from 2-4 pm.

March 4 March 28,

Patricia Phillips BowdenResident Artist Gallery

Landscape paintings done enplein air

There will be a free public re-ception for the artist on Sun-

day, March 6 from 2-4 pm.

Montpelier Jazz Series

The first concert of the Mont-pelier Spring Jazz Series willbe held on Friday, March 4,

2011. Dont wait until then to

buy your tickets. This series

often sells out in the firstweek of individual sales. Se-ries tickets ($120 for all 7

concerts=one free concert!)

go on sale Tuesday, February1, at 8:30 am. Individual con-

cert tickets ($20/ concert) go

on sale Tuesday, February 8,at 8:30 am. Members andseniors 60 & up receive a 10%

discount. Visa & MasterCard.

Friday, March 4, 8 pm

Afro Bop AllianceLatin Grammy Award winning

Afro-Cuban jazz.

Friday, March11, 8 pm

Ethel Ennis with TrioA favorite at Montpelier, Balti-

more-based Ennis has sung tocritical acclaim around the

world.

Friday, March 18, 8 pmINSIDE OUT: Lafayette Gil-

christ piano with MichaelFormanek - double bass andEric Kennedy - drums


Montpelier Cultural Arts Center9652 Muirkirk Rd, Laurel, MD 20708301--377-7817; TTY 301-446-3302; Fax [email protected]

February 6, 2011, 1-4pmGrand Opening: And They're Off! 100 Years of Laurel Park

February 10, 2011, 6-9pmTrack Talk: Closing Reception of "Not Your Average Dog and Pony Show" at C StreetGallery and Panel Discussion and Q&A With Women of Maryland Racing

February 13, 2011, 1:30-3:30 pmKids Day at the Laurel Museum: Winter Festivities

301-725-7975


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Mansion Tours:

December - February

Sundays: Guided tours at 1 and 2 pmMonday-Thursday: Drop-in, self-guided tours, 11 am-3 pm

Admission for Mansion Tours:$3/adults, $2/seniors/groups, $1/ages 5-18, FREE/ages 4 & under

Office Hours:Monday-Friday, 9 am-5 pm

The Montpelier Mansion Gift Shop Hours:Sunday-Friday, 11 am - 4 pm

The Montpelier Mansion Gift Shop is now located inthe mansion office. Montpelier memorabilia, books,music and old-fashioned toys are for sale. Call 301-377-7817 for more information.

MMMMONTPELIERONTPELIERONTPELIERONTPELIER MMMMANSIONANSIONANSIONANSIONRoute 197 and Muirkirk Road

Friends of MontpelierFriends of MontpelierFriends of MontpelierFriends of MontpelierMembership Fee: $10/yearAdditional Family Member: $5/year

NAME

ADDRESS

PHONE CASH CHECK

Mail to:FOM MembershipChairman

PO Box 3006Laurel, MD 20709

Benefits Include:

Quarterly subscriptions to

the Fireback Newsletter

Invitations to special

events

Come hear a blend of DC go-

go, old school soul, hard bop,and hip hop.Free Workshop March 18, 4

pm (Call the arts center to re-

serve a spot)

Friday, March 25Ron Holloway Quartet

This Tenor saxophonist is athome playing all jazz from

hard bop to funk.

Friday, April 8

Sue MatthewsCome heart this jazz vocalist

with a silk and honey voice inher first concert at Montpelier.

Friday, April 15

Dick Morgan QuartetMorgan and his group once

again bring their distinctive

style to Montpelier.

Friday, April 29

Jeff AntoniukSaxophonist, educator andcomposer, Jeff and his group

play the center for the first

time.

The Folk & Blues Series

Tickets to the Folk & Blues Se-

ries go on sale Tuesday, Feb-

ruary. 1. Get tickets to all sixfolk and blues concerts for the

price of 5- just $105. Get Both

Series for $225- Thats 3 freeconcerts! Individual tickets goon sale Feb 8. $20/$18*

Members and seniors (60 and

older) receive a 10% discount.*Buckwheat Zydeco tickets will

be $25/$22.50Tickets may be purchased by

phone

Friday, April 1, 8 pm -The

Wailin Jennys

Friday, May 6, 8 pm - Anna-polis Bluegrass Coalition

Friday, May 13, 8 pm - Buck-wheat Zydeco

Friday, May 20, 8 pm - Phil

Wiggins

Friday, May 27, 8 pm - Lea

Morris

Friday, June 3, 8 pm

Pavilion 3



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Helping Hands are younger residents of Montpelier willing to work for otherresidents at hourly or fixed rates arranged between you and the helper.

There is no charge for a Helping Hands listing.

Please call 888 622-4630 x103 to be included on the next Helping Hands registry or if any updates are needed on your listing.

Sandra Smith

[email protected] Cell: 301-758-7103

MHIC# 123363 Fax: 240-524-8509

P.O. Box 1363 Laurel, MDP.O. Box 1363 Laurel, MDP.O. Box 1363 Laurel, MDP.O. Box 1363 Laurel, MD

214 Windridge Acres Ct.

Silver Spring MD 20905

R AND G HOMER AND G HOMER AND G HOMECLEANINGCLEANINGCLEANING

240 280-1451

DOLORES

Quality Service Done With Care

Flexible Hours

Montpelier Homeowner

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