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November Guest SpeakersDirector Norman Maas and Census Specialist Patricia Knight

We are looking forward to a very informative, enjoyable meeting on November 10th! We will hear from Norman Maas, Director of Norfolk Public Libraries. Our own Mary D. Pretlow Anchor Branch Library is one of the coolest libraries ever! The Ocean View Station Museum is a true treasure. But wait, there’s more! Mr. Maas will tell us about other great services our Library offers. We will also learn about the 2010 Census from US Census Partnership Specialist, Patricia Knight. Learn what to expect and how we can help.

We’ll also be collecting donations for our Veterans and local food banks.

Mark your calendar for Tuesday, November 10th, at 7:30 pm. Bring a dish for the social if you want and don’t forget to bring a friend!

Have a Happy Thanksgiving Day

• Police Officers visit

• Norman Maas

• Patricia Knight

• Upcoming events

• Networking social

INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Help the Holiday Silent Auction pg 5 LIFELINE to help with “Water Bill Woes” pg 7 Norfolk Environmental Commission Charity Gala pg 9 Rebate for Home Audit & Work Info pg 9 Botanical Garden Events pg 10 Gardening Corner pg 11 and much more....

Our Mission:Neighbors helping

neighbors for the good of our community. Together we make things better.

November 10thMeeting Agenda:

Bayview Civic LeagueMeets 2nd Tuesday of each month September through June

7:30 pm at 1601 E. Bayview Boulevard, Norfolk (Christ United Methodist Church)

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Clean and Safe NeighborhoodNorfolk CARES Assistance Center 664-6510

website: www.norfolk.gov/311CallCenteremail: HealthyNeighborhoods@norfolk.gov

Report these issues: Health: Pet area/yard not cleaned regularly, rodents, tall grass/weeds, biting or abused/neglected animals; Zoning: Parking on grass in front yard area, commercial vehicles/equipment parked in residential areas, boat or camper in front of house, inoperable vehicles; Waste Management: Dead animals, improper curbside disposal; Other Issues: Streets, lights, sidewalks, curbing, traffic signals or street signs, wetlands, dunes...

Non-emergency number 441-5610

for Police, Jail, Animal Control, and suspected criminal activity.

PUBLIC WORKS PHONE NUMBERSCurb and Sidewalk Repairs 823-4050Damaged & Faded Signs 441-5818Ditch Maintenance 823-4000Potholes 823-4050Recycling 441-1347Refuse Collection 441-5813Street Flooding 823-4000Street Light Outages 1-888-667-3000Keep Norfolk Beautiful 441-1347

All Emergencies- call 911 Animal Protection 664-7387Health Department 683-2700Rabies Control 683-2712Pretlow Library 441-1750Voter Registrar 664-4353Bayview Elementary School 531-3030Oceanair Elementary School 531-3095

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Bayview Civic League Goes GreenBayview Civic League believes that reducing any environmental impact is a

worthy goal. To further this goal, the Bayview Bulletin is printed on recycled paper.

President Linda Lundquist 588-39601st VP Aaron Ellis 587-00042nd VP Sam Maddox 583-4487Corres Sec’y Susan Jones 587-9586Rec Sec’y Sylvia Ross 553-7817Treasurer Gena Goodnough 588-8131Editor Jeannie Wilson 588-3960Ways and Means - Advertising for Bulletin Susan Jones(temp) 587-9586Communications - Bulletin Distribution Anita Unger 587-3405

Membership Vacant 588-3960Environment & Beautification Dranan & Eileen Sparks 588-2456 Refreshments Pat Davidson 587-3219 Margie Hodges 587-9527SACCC Community Awareness Coordinator Dranan Sparks(temp) 588-2456Zoning Claire Jones 587-2203Area Preservation Claire Jones 587-2203Youth & Recreation Vacant N/APrinter ANW Publications 588-8642

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The banner of this month’s Bulletin depicts a cornucopia, a horn of plenty. I think it a particularly apt symbol for Bayview Civic League members. We have so much for which to be thankful! We enjoy a wonderful sense of community, good neighbors who demonstrate caring about and for each other. We support our children and our schools of learning, we reach out to each other to offer words and acts of support, we combine our efforts for a safer and cleaner neighborhood. Our members invest their efforts in a variety of special causes, joining together with other concerned citizens.

This month, we have members participating in a “virtual” cleanup, ridding our streets, public areas, waterways of trash. Encouraged to remember the sacrifice of our military, we are collecting toiletries, cards and games, and persona items for our Veterans at the Hampton VA Hospital. Reaching out to those who are struggling with today’s economic challenges, we are collecting food for local food banks. We combine genuine caring with action, combine our efforts for a true multiplier effect. What will you do for your neighbors this month? What will you bring to the meeting on November 10? To paraphrase a wise President: ask not what your neighborhood can do for you, ask what you can do for your neighborhood!See you on November 10th! Bring some warm socks or deck of cards, denture cleanser or shampoo, shaving cream or some soothing lotion for a Veteran. Bring canned or dry goods for the food pantries. And feel free to bring a dish to share. And bring a neighbor - our gatherings are so fun and informative that it’s fun to share the meetings, too! Remember: Together, we make things better!Linda Lundquist

✬ ✬ ✬ From the President ✬ ✬ ✬

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We’ve Moved!by Paula Miller and Bonita HarrisNorfolk Sheriff’s Office Communications StaffIf you’re looking for Sheriff Bob McCabe, want to apply for a job at the Norfolk Sheriff’s Office or plan to drop by to discuss a community event, you’ll have to look in a new location.The Administrative offices of the NSO have a new home. The Sheriff, his command staff, Community Affairs, Payroll and Benefits and the Communications office have relocated to 140 East Street. You may already be familiar with the location. It’s the old Navy Shore Patrol building which has housed the NSO’s Training Academy since 1994. Now, we’re officially known as the Norfolk Sheriff’s Administration and Training Academy Building.The Navy vacated the building so in a cost-savings move, the City paired the Admin offices with the Training division, saving the city $100,000. a year in leased office space.The new headquarters for Admin. underwent a major internal renovation. The interior was built out to accommodate additional office space. There’s a fresh coat of paint on interior walls and space has been added to allow Training and Defensive Tactics rooms to double as classroom space for the new Norfolk Sheriff’s Office/TCC academic partnership.“I’m delighted with the new space and opportunities it provides,” said Sheriff Bob McCabe. This acquisition gives us more room, consolidates our staff and saves money. It’s a win-win.”

Most of the renovations were completed by NSO deputies and some Sheriff’s Work Force crew members. By early fall, Chief of Staff Lt. Colonel Wash and his support staff will also occupy the building. Retaining office space at 125 St. Paul’s Boulevard will be Civil Process, Finance a n d O rg a n i z a t i o n a l D e v e l o p m e n t (P.R.I.D.E. and Standards staff).Every other week the training rooms morph into college classrooms as the NSO and Tidewater Community College have partnered to offer an A.A.S. degree in Administration of Justice. Sixty seven students, mostly NSO employees are enrolled in the higher education program. The partnership officially launched in June with Sheriff McCabe and Major Michael O’Toole instructing four classes in what’s described as a “hybrid” curriculum. In other words, students meet as a class with their instructors every other week for eight weeks. On opposite weeks they complete their course work in an online Blackboard web site.Class schedules were designed to accommodate the working students. “We’ve got them here at work so they can come over (training center) after work for their classes,” according to Major O’Toole.” Another, win-win situation!

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Annual Holiday Silent AuctionTo benefit the Bayview Civic League Scholarship Fund.

Get ready! The holidays are just around the corner. This year we hope your family will participate in the Bayview Civic League silent auction.

To those new to our civic league this event is held annually during the holiday party on the second Tuesday in December. There will be many different new, intriguing or very gently used items available for bid.

Past donation examples were gift certificates, artwork, nautical items, children’s books, handmade dolls, and an autographed Redskin coat signed by Joe Theisman. All items are donated by members, local businesses and other supporters of our civic league.

All proceeds benefit the BCL scholarship fund. If you, your business or someone you know would like to donate an item or items for the auction, contact Gena Goodnough at 588-8131 or via email at genaszoo@cox.net. Gena will make arrangements to pick up the item(s) from you up to one week prior to the party in December.

Thank you in advance for your generosity and we look forward to another great auction this year.

Editor’s Note: The auction is just a small but meaningful part of our Holiday Party. Make sure you mark your calendar for December 8th and come ready to have fun. We usually have quite a feast, Santa’s visit, and live musical entertainment. Who knows! Maybe you’ll find a perfect Christmas gift or that treasure you never knew you wanted.

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Bayview Civic LeagueOctober Minutes Summary

October 13, 2009President Linda Lundquist began the Norfolk, VA meeting at 7:32 p.m.. After the pledge of allegiance, VP Aaron Ellis reported on the Oct. 3rd Bayview Fun Fair. NPD Officers Snyder and Lohman divulged the number of reported incidents and answered questions from the audience.Keynote speaker Sandra Parker of the NPD Prevention Unit shared crime prevention tips on personal and home safety. Two of her favorite tips are 1) Always be aware of your surroundings, and 2) Trust your gut instincts. She ended by taking questions from the floor.The following local candidates in the upcoming Nov. 3rd elections also addressed members briefly and asked for their votes:

• John Amiral, Republican candidate for 87th district House of Delegates

• Delegate Paula Miller (D), the incumbent 87th district representative

• Sharon McDonald, the incumbent Norfolk Commissioner of Revenue

The Business section of the meeting included discussion about the upcoming virtual clean up day, collections for both the Veterans’ drive and the food pantry, the December holiday party and silent auction, the annual treasurer’s audit, and BCL committee needs.Announcements covered a reminder about Nov. 3rd (Election Day), the number of people in attendance, refreshment acknowledgements, and raffle prizes and winners.The meeting ended at 9:08 p.m., and light refreshments were served afterwards.

October Refreshment Thanksby Pat DavidsonIf you missed our October Meeting, you missed a good one. We had a gathering of about 55 and lots of Treats were brought in to be shared at our “Networking Social.” Thanks to the following “Treaters!”

Aaron and Beverlie Ellis Karen HooperMargie Hodges Peggy MeadorJanet and Mike Hayden Susan JonesPatricia Wood Shirley HooperPriscilla Irwin Mike CarterPat Davidson Sylvia RossShirley New Lynda Shirk

Everything was wonderful. Welcome to our new members. Thank you to John Amiral for his donation to buy gifts for our Vets. Don’t forget food for our Food Drive. Also things for our “Silent Auction” in December for our Christmas Gala and support our Bayview College Scholarship.Thanks again to one and all. Remember “Bayview Is The Place To Be!”

Margie 587-9527 Pat 587-3219

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November Calendar of Events3 Election Day10 Bayview Civic League meets11 Veterans Day15 America Recycles Day26 Thanksgiving Day10,24 Recycling Pickup Week 23,17 Recycling Pickup Week 1

* Week one or week two? All of Bayview is in week two, except Evelyn Street and Pythian Avenue (south of Sunset Dr.) are in week one.

Water Bill Woes? Norfolk’s LIFELINE Can Help

The Departments of Human Services and Utilities are currently accepting applications for the Lifeline Water Assistance Program. The Lifeline Program was initiated by the City of Norfolk in 1999 to help Norfolk citizens avoid disruption in water services. Lifeline offers financial assistance to low-income senior citizens, families and individuals to provide relief from the combined services utility bill. Norfolk’ Departments of Human Services and Utilities work together to provide Lifeline information and assistance. Eligible residents may receive:

•Bill Assistance - Maximum annual assistance of $270 in the form of a non-refundable payment to Hampton Roads Utility Billing Service (HRUBS) in your behalf. •Plumbing Repairs Assistance - Maximum annual assistance of $500 for plumbing repairs to licensed plumbers on behalf of owner occupants.

Lifeline applications are available at the Department of Human Services, HRSD, and at the Department of Utilities, online at www.norfolk.gov/humanservices or you may request an application by mail. Completed applications may be returned by mail or in person to the Department of Utilities or any Department of Human Services location. For eligibility guidelines or to request an application, call 664-6035 or 664-6311.

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America Recycles Day is November 15America Recycles Day is the only nationally recognized day to encourage American’s to recycle and to buy recycled products. The purpose is to promote the social, environmental and economic benefits of recycling and encourage more people to join the movement to creating a better natural environment. Do your part by pledging to increase recycling habits at home and at work and to by more products made with recycled materials. America Recycles Day is a national initiative by Keep America Beautiful and the National Recycling Coalition. Visit www.americarecyclesday.org for more information.

Norfolk Environmental Commission Turns 30!from www.keepnorfolkbeautiful.orgNew Scholarship to Benefit Local Students:Norfolk Environmental Commission celebrates 30 years of keeping Norfolk beautiful by establishing a scholarship fund for students of the environment.The celebration begins its 30th anniversary with a gala event on Saturday, November 14th from 6 to 10 pm at the Norfolk Botanical Gardens. Proceeds from the event support an environmental scholarship for local students.Part of the NECs mission is to lead residents toward environmental stewardship. As such, this local environmental organization has brought together local government agencies, businesses, residents and environmental stewards to study and implement environmental stewardship throughout Norfolk for the past 30 years.Tickets for the 30th anniversary gala are on sale now. The tickets are $50 each and can be purchased by calling 441-1347 or stopping at the Ernie Morgan Center (Lafayette Park, in front of the Virginia Zoo) M-F 8:30 am - 5:00 pm. The following are included in the price of the ticket: ‣ Master of Ceremonies: Craig Moeller, WVEC

Meteorologist.‣ Entertainment by the Jimmy Masters Trio.‣ One adult beverage.‣ Food, beer and wine selections from local Norfolk

restaurant The Boot.

‣ Silent Auction featuring exciting vacation and outdoor packages and artwork from reuse and recycled art specialists.

‣ A one-year membership to Friends of Norfolk’s Environment provides support for environmental education in Norfolk. Members receive special offers, pricing and access to invitation-only events.

Sponsorships are available and donations accepted. For more details, contact Holly Carson at 441-1347.

Rebates for Energy Audits Available!from www.keepnorfolkbeautiful.orgThe State of Virginia is now offering homeowners $250 towards one of our Energy Audits, and up to $2,000 for the associated repairs. This offer will not last long; book your audit today! See the VA Department of Mines, Minerals and Energy (DMME) website for further details.

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the little ones. The recent butterfly extravaganza allowed us to see these beautiful creatures up close while learning more about them. Cooler weather may slow down the events but they do not stop. Remember fall blooming azaleas are all over the garden grounds and read on to discover what is coming up in the next few weeks.

Fall/Winter Hours & ServicesGarden hours: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.WOW Garden: 9:30-4:30Tram tours: Mon - Fri: 1 & 4 p.m. Weekends: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m, hourly

Fall/Winter Classes BeginThe GROW program guide is out for classes this fall and winter. Choose from a variety of programs ranging from floral design, gardening and dance to health, wellness and photography.

WOW Super Saturday- Bird HousesSaturday, November 7, 2009 | 10 am - 11:30 am Cost: $20/child and adult per class ($16/child and adult per class NBG Members) each additional person $10Spend the morning in WOW creating a cozy home for one of your feathered friends! The WOW Staff will supply all of the materials and instruction to complete a bird house for your family to take home and enjoy.

Botanical Origami - Origami Gift BoxesSaturday, November 14, 2009 | 9:30 am - 12 pmCost: $30 ($24 for NBG Members)

Stimulate your mind by learning a new skill with individualized instruction from paper artist, Rich Gray in this one-day workshop. Learn how to fold decorative paper into a vase and then make a colorful bouquet of origami flowers to fill it. No previous paper-folding experience required. Students should bring small, sharp-pointed scissors (such as embroidery scissors) and a ruler – all other supplies included in fee.Table Arrangements - Thanksgiving Arrangement

Tuesday, November 24, 2009 | 9:30 am - 11:30 am Cost: $55 ($45 for NBG Members)This Thanksgiving bring a bountiful fresh arrangement to your holiday feast! Learn step-by-step how to make this floral arrangement with Lifelong Learning Program Manager & Floral Designer Betty Ann Galway. Participants will create their own arrangements to take home and enjoy. Bring garden gloves and clippers. All flowers and supplies included.

Garden of LightsStarts on Thursday, November 26, 2009 | 5:30 pm - 10 pm Repeats daily, until January 3, 2010.Cost per car: $10 ($8 NBG Members - Cash only)Make memories you’ll treasure forever on the two-mile driving tour through a million twinkling lights. Enjoy the new Garden by the Sea underwater adventure. Travel through a watery scene of lights with a Mermaid and her friends to celebrate Norfolk’s “Year of the Mermaid”. Approximate wait times to get into the lights: Mon.-Thurs. 5-15 minutes Fri.-Sun. (& Dec. 24th) 30-45 minutesDon't forget more holiday programs such as Polar Express and more classes are just around the corner. See the online calendar of classes or Download GROW - the fall/winter program guide.

The Norfolk Botanical Garden offers numerous activities as well as gorgeous gardens to wander through and enjoy. WOW, the children’s garden, has lots of fun thing to do for

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Gardening CornerTips for winter care of trees and shrubs: Although our winters are relatively mild in this area, there are things we need to do to protect plants during the winter.Watering: Good winter care starts with thorough watering in the fall. When the garden season draws to a close, it is tempting to just forget about your plants. However you should continue to water all woody plants - especially newly planted trees and shrubs and all evergreens in the fall. Water them well until the ground freezes, and make sure you water adequately through a dry fall. These plants will need the equivalent of one inch of rain per week. (In a wet fall, you can relax.) Evergreens and broadleaf evergreens don't lose their leaves, so they need a good store of moisture going into winter because they continue to transpire (give off water vapor) through the cold months. Most winter damage to evergreens doesn't actually come from cold, but from the drying effects of late winter sun and wind. If the soil freezes, plant roots can't take up water to make up for moisture losses from transpiration and, as a result, dehydration can cause browning or burning of foliage. To help preserve moisture, cover the root area of evergreens and broadleaf evergreens with a three-inch thick layer of leaf or bark mulch. Be sure that your tender plants are protected from frost. Mulching with bark, sawdust or straw will help create a blanket of protection over the root system. Should the weather get suddenly cold, place burlap, cloth or dark plastic over your tender plants to give them some added protection from the cold. Be sure to remove this covering when the weather has stabilized.

This month and throughout the next several months will be good times to transplant trees and shrubs. At this time of the year, most ornamentals have entered into dormancy, and can be safely dug and replanted. The key to transplanting is to dig a large root ball (get as much of the root system as is possible). Equally important, is getting the plant back into the prepared soil as quickly as possible, to keep the roots from drying out. To prepare the soil, remove any weeds or ground cover. Dig the soil thoroughly to a depth of twelve inches. Mix in organic compost or other organic material. This is especially important is you have a lot of clay. Apply fertilizer (Only a transplanting fertilizer should be used at this time of the year.) Large trees or shrubs should be staked to protect them from wind whipping during winter storms. Keep them staked until the roots have a chance to develop and anchor them. Keep them well watered.Take care of your tools: Clean and oil them for winter storage. Place some sand and some oil in a large bucket, then slide your garden tools in and out of the sand. This will do an excellent job of cleaning them, as well as applying a light coat of oil to prevent rusting. This is also a good month to restock any tools that have seen better days, while the prices are lower. Before storing your lawn mower, be sure that the gas tank is dry as gas left in the mower can turn into varnish and damage the engine.Sources: www.thegardenhelper.com and http://www.flower-gardening-made-easy.com/winter-care-of-trees-and-shrubs.html

Susan Jones

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Help with the neighborhood cleanup on your schedule.Get free supplies and more info at our meeting!

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It’s your home; it’s your money.

It’s That Time of YearEach year at this time we are reminded of the needs of others; especially the needs of the hungry. Our local Food Banks need our support, now more than ever. So we ask each of you to reach into your panty or your wallet and help feed our local hungry.Please take care as you sort through your pantry. If you are like me you may find some canned or boxed items that are outdated. Those items need to thrown away. By helping the hungry and helping those less fortunate we are helping the economy and thus helping each other.

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