Author: HSIA Postmaster

From Jeff Popp @ The Terrapin Institute:

“Hillsmere Hatchling Update- they are ready for release! Join us at the marina on Friday June 1st and Saturday June 2nd at 10:30 AM to release the head-started terrapin hatchlings back to their beach. Students from Hillsmere Elementary and Key School who participated with The Terrapin Institute will also be there. It is sure to be a fun and rewarding experience. Hope to see you there! ?”

Hillsmere Residents –

Please note, Hillsmere will once again participate in the Maryland Department of Agriculture’s Mosquito Control Program.  Regular surveillance and control of adult mosquitoes will take place from May 30 to October 2, anytime between 7:00 pm to 2:30 am. 

• Hillsmere’s assigned spray night is Monday.  Spraying will only ever occur on Mondays. 
• Spraying for adult mosquitoes will be performed only if a Maryland Department of Agriculture Employee determines it necessary. 
• Spraying will not be conducted during rain, in wind speeds exceeding 12 mph, or temperatures above 89 degrees F. 

Most residents support this program; however, if you prefer to opt-out of spraying at your property, you can elect to not participate. Please visit the MDA’s site for exemption forms and detailed information on the Mosquito Control program.

Before taking the boat out, or firing up the grill, please join us at the community beach as we remember and recognize the sacrifices made by members of all branches of the US military service. Coffee and donuts. All are welcome. 10AM

Dig out those goggles and swimsuits – the Hillsmere Shores Pool opens tomorrow, May 26!

Regular Season Operating Hours are Saturday – Thursday, 11am – 8pm, and Friday11am – 9pm. Visit the Pool page for more information about the pool, including updated rules and pool party reservation forms.

Hillsmere Residents-

Please attend HSIA’s General Membership Meeting tomorrow, 5/10 @ 7PM. Please note, the meeting has been moved from Katharine Hall to the BARN COMMONS at Key School. This is the same location that we host our annual Come And Get It Day, located off Carroll Drive (lower parking lot). Key School campus map found here.

The meeting will include a presentation of the new playground equipment proposed by the Beach Committee. The proposed new piece of equipment would be located in the enclosed sandy area near the large pavilion, next to the swings. A Mini Spacenet (link to product images & information here) will provide opportunities for children ages 2-12 to climb, balance and gather. The three-dimensional rope climbing challenherege provides development of strength and coordination with many safety protections. This Kompan product uses galvanized structural parts and steel core ropes for their unique designs. The cost for the Mini Spacenet, including delivery, installation, and additional sand, is $20,000. This expense has been part of a 2 year plan, and has been budgeted for this fiscal year. Playground equipment is expensive, but yields hours of enjoyment for our youth, as well as developing strength and critical balancing skills.

Please make an effort to attend the meeting, gather facts, and share your opinions. We want to hear from you! You may also contact Marilyn Carpenter, HSIA Board member & Beach Chair via email [email protected]

KOMPAN Mini Spacenet Product Information

Visit the Sea Breeze page to view the May 2018 issue! 

January HSIA General Membership meeting minutes

January HSIA Board of Directors meeting minutes

February HSIA Board of Directors meeting minutes

Visit the archives to view past months Treasurer’s Reports.

Hillsmere Residents – 

Please note, the Anne Arundel County Watershed Protection and Restoration Program (WPRP) Harbor Drive project is scheduled to begin Monday, April 30th.

The HSIA Environmental Committee will hold two (2) information sessions on the project design and construction timeline.

* When: Sunday, April 22nd at 2pm and Tuesday, April 24th at 7pm

* Where: The HSIA Community House @ 119 Great Lake Dr

For details about the project, including existing conditions, drainage map, site plans and Project Manager, please visit the WPRP Hillsmere project site.  To view the original HSIA communication regarding this project, please visit HSIA’s website and search for “bioretention.”

HSIA’s Environmental Committee and resident Watershed Stewards will be monitoring the project and will respond to any neighbors concerns. Residents may contact environment@hillsmereshores.net.

April 2018 Sea Breeze