Hillsmere Residents:
Admission to, or use of, the pool facilities will be granted to any Hillsmere property owner consistent with the expenditure of Special Community Benefit District funds for the maintenance, repair, and/or renovation of the pool facility.
The pool will be open to all Hillsmere property owners, regardless of pool membership status, on the last Tuesday of each month for the 2018 season:
Tuesday 6/26, 12PM-8PM
Tuesday 7/24, 12PM-8PM
Tuesday 8/28, 12PM-8PM
Hello!
Southdown Shores had high bacteria readings, on Wednesday, June 13th. Pine Whiff outfall and Crab Creek pre-restoration sites remain high despite the clear weather the last few days. All the other recreational sites had very low readings and the weather forecast looks good for this upcoming weekend. Come swim and kayak with us at Mayo Beach this Sunday for South x West Rhode Fest . For more information, go to www.southriverfederation.net.
On Wednesday, June 13th, South River Federation staff collected water samples at the locations listed on the chart. Feces from geese and dogs, as well as leaky septic tanks are the top contributors to high bacteria results. The acceptable concentration of Enterococci bacteria for swimming and other direct water contact is less than 104 (cfu) colony forming units/100ml. Anne Arundel County has a 48 hour no swimming/recreational guidance of water ways after a rain event.
Despite the torrential rains over the weekend, the sites had surprisingly low readings, except for Heritage Harbour, which had an uncharacteristically high reading at 140 cfu/100 ml. Pine Whiff remains high. Please be aware that it is forecasted to rain this weekend, which may flush more bacteria into the water.
On Wednesday, June 3rd, South River Federation staff collected water samples at the locations listed on the chart. Feces from geese and dogs, as well as leaky septic tanks are the top contributors to high bacteria results. The acceptable concentration of Enterococci bacteria for swimming and other direct water contact is less than 104 (cfu) colony forming units/100ml. Anne Arundel County has a 48 hour no swimming/recreational guidance of water ways after a rain event.
Have a safe and wonderful weekend,
Jesse Iliff, South Riverkeeper
South River Federation, Edgewater, MD
?”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.
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 beach@hillsmereshores.net