There are documents that have been published to preserve our beautiful environment in Semiahmoo. The Guidelines for Maintenance of Undeveloped Lots is one of them. Another important document is the Tree Management Guidelines, they complement each other. Both documents can be found in our SRA website under FOR RESIDENTS/HOME AND LANDSCAPE CHANGES, it will open […]
Shoreline Management Act Read More »
Anything we do that minimizes our impact on the environment helps all of us. The following are some tips to help you. If you hate using single-use plastic bags at the grocery store, but also hate putting wet produce directly into your re-useable grocery bag, put the produce in Debbie Meyer Green Bags, which can
Here are some suggestions on things you can do to enhance and improve your home’s security and safety. Install motion sensor lights around your home at exterior doors and low windows. Have “dead bolts” installed on all exterior doors. If you leave your front porch lights on all night, when you will be away for
Home Security Tips Read More »
The SRA would like to recognize the dedication of the Landscape Committee for their efforts in re-imagining the entry gates with colorful plantings. When mature, these plantings will highlight the wonderful area in which we live. When you see Wally Greenough, Sue Berkman and Patricia Lulu in the neighborhood please let them know how much
Thank You Landscape Committee Read More »
New playground structures have been installed at William Rex, and Syre Parks. The Board authorized the purchase of these structures at their June meeting. The expenditure was approved by SRA members in the 2023 Reserve Budget. The old structures were made of wood and had decayed to the point where they needed to be replaced.
New Playground Equipment Read More »
Summer is a time when many of our homeowners and neighborhood HOAs are examining their trees and vegetation for health and safety. The SRA CC&Rs contain rules addressing the removal of trees and other vegetation. Section 10.07(d) Site Design and Maintenance provides that trees, shrubs, or other vegetation having a trunk diameter of six (6)
CC&R Spotlight: Tree Removal Read More »
In addition to the SRA CC&Rs, we also have a separate set of rules that supplement the CC&Rs. The Community Rules & Fee and Fine Schedule (also known as Community Rules) address several practical aspects of living in Semiahmoo to help protect the beauty and serenity of our community. For instance, the Community Rules provide
CC&R Spotlight: Community Rules Read More »
In the SRA CC&Rs there are rules regarding what you can have parked and how long it can be parked within the property. In Section 3.16 Motor Vehicles, Trailers, Boats, etc. it states “There shall be no outside storage or parking upon any Site or Multi-Family, Neighborhood or Commercial Areas or within any portion of
CC&R Spotlight: Parking Read More »
In early 2023, a new, fully constituted Finance Committee was formed at SRA. The Committee includes three CPAs as well as current and former CFOs. This group has been hard at work on a number of important financial initiatives. They have streamlined and automated the monthly financial reporting process to reduce staff time required to
New Finance Committee Read More »
This information was sent out some time ago, but since bird diseases never rest from attacking our beloved birds, it seems wise to send out a reminder. This is taken from a news email sent out by The Wildlife Rehabilitation Center in Roseville, MN, where I used to volunteer. “Just like people, birds share bacteria
Helping Our Backyard Birds Read More »
A Semiahmoo resident contacted our General Manager and Maintenance Director regarding his experience with wildlife invading his attic. Live raccoons, deceased skunks and nesting materials, feces, and urine were found in the attic. The raccoon was enticed out with bait and departed alive. The homeowner wanted to share with the community what he learned from
Living with Wildlife in Semiahmoo Read More »
Thanks to the Elections Committee, SRA now has a new website to help community members better engage in the annual voting process, and make informed choices. The site (www.sraelection.com) provides detailed information about the proposed budget, Board, and member-sponsored CC&R amendments, and candidates running for a seat on the Board of Directors. There is also
New Election Website Read More »
