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NewLEDsigns informre-sidents!You may have noticed something newin Green Run. We now have four newLED signs located at the corner ofHolland Road and Lynnhaven Parkway,

on Rosemont Road around the corner

from the Boys and Girls Club, on South

Independence across the street fromGreen Run High School, and at the

corner of Princess Anne and LynnhavenParkway. The masonry LED signs

are part of the ongoing beautificationof Green Run and will be virtuallymaintenance free. They were designed

to not only mark the boundaries of the

neighborhood, but also to broadcast

information about Green Run events to

residents and passers-by. The number

of messages that can be posted on the

LED signs is nearly unlimited, whichwill greatly reduce the cost of sending

out expensive mailings. Residents willbe informed of meeting and event

dates, sports information, and volunteeropportunities. Q

Dog parkWe would like feedback from residents

to ascertain if there is enough interestin building a dog park. It would be builtin an open space not currently utilizedand the cost would be funded throughdonations. If interested in volunteeringor if you would use the dog park please

email us at dogpark@greenrun.org or

contact the office at(757) 427-2600. C

Controlleddecal parkingThis policy will be in effect for aII of the

Asso c iation manag e d p arking are as,

which include Cedarwood Towne,

Keegans Landing, OId Oaks, New Oaks

and \4llage Green.

The Association recognizes the need

to regulate the use of its Association-maintained parking areas in order to(a) have a fair and equitable use ofparking spaces and (b) to ensure thatall homeowners pay their share ofAssociation fees. The Association is

committed to ensuring the parkingcontrol provider operates fairly to the

highest of standards and is answerable

to the Association and our residents

for its actions. The Association makes

no flnancial gain from the proceeds offines resulting from enforcement of the

parking control policy.

The decals may be obtained from the

Association's office and are free. Anydecals or visitor passes that are lost,stolen or not returned will require a $25fee be paid to the Association before

a new decal/visitor pass will be issued.

This includes failing to remove the

decal/visitor pass upon the sale ofa vehicle.

For further information please

contact the architectural department

at (757) 427-6577 or via email at

arc@greenrun.org. G

2 President's corner

3 GRHA staff spotlight I Meet ournewest Board members I Nifty Fiftiesschedule of events

4 Watch D.O.G.S.6 I Recent home sales

5 Neighborhood Watch I Calendar

6 Pool passes I Swim team registration I

Member savings

7 Crimson Holly pump station I

Football registration8 Office hours I Residents ask

WHAI'S INSIDE

GREEN RUN HOMESASSOCTATION

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

PRESIDENT

Chandler ScarboroughManchester Village

Term Expires October 2011

VICE PRESIDENT

Christopher Wiemken

Manchester Village

Term Expires October 2012

TREASURER

Patricia Keeley

Woodland Meadows

Term Expires October 2012

SECRETARY

Eric Custer

Gardens of Green Run

Term Expires October 2013

DIRECTORSPete Koehler-Pfotenhauer

Gardens of Green Run

Term Expires October 2011

Rowanne Stephenson

Gardens of Green Runs

Term Expires October 2012

Devin MclagganWoodland Meadows

Term Expires October 2011

This newsletter is published quarterly by

the Green Run Homes Association. Adver-

tising rates and policies may be obtained

by calling (757) 427-2600. The GRHA

newsletter is designed for the Green Run

community by Organization Management

Group,Inc.

President'sCornerI hope your Spring is off to a great start.

Congratulations to all for helping GreenRun to be named "2010 Community of theYear" by the Virginia Beach Council ofCivic Organizations (VBCCO). We wererecognized for:. Building a large network of neighborhoodwatches, increasing lighting throughoutthe community, and providingrecreational activities and positive rolemodels for the community's youth;

. Coordinating Safe Kids Day - an annualevent to promote health and safety forkids and parents;

. Operating and increasing participationin our own youth recreation league

which provides flag and tackle football,cheerleading, basketball, and swimprograms;

. Sponsoring five Girl Scout Troops andone Cub Scout Pack;

. Holding annual community events,

including National Night Out AgainstCrime, a Halloween Haunted House, and

a Christmas Visit from Santa;. Lobbying Virginia Beach City Council tomake storm water dredging one of theirtop five priorities for 2011;

. Purchasing LED message boards whichincrease neighborhood communicationsand decrease mailings costs.

PROJECT UPDATEThank you to Green Run residents and

staff for the following successful work:. Copied the success of the Green Run

Spartans football program and appliedthat model to increase basketballand swim participation while usingsponsorships and fundraising to makethose programs self-funding;

. Creation of a Home and Garden Clubthat is working on a community garden,

community cleanup projects, and more;. Renovation of the restrooms at ClubhousePool.

STAFF UPDATEAssociation staff has been listeningto residents' feedback and is workingto improve work processes and

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communications. That work has included:. Simplified the accounting process;. Developed a new budget process that

starts earlier, provides a greater rolefor residents, and better tracks and

categorizes expenditures for improveddecision making;

. Evaluated Green Run systems and

facilities to prioritize community needs;. Evaluated staff members and started

Customer Service trai ni ng.

LOOKING FORWARI)I have seen an increase in volunteers ofall ages and that is encouraging. Here

are some of the items our community is

working on:. Working with parents to plan upgrades toneighborhood playgrounds;

. Creation of a Pool Committee toevaluate and improve pool facilities and

operations;. Online payments and direct debit to make

bill paying easier;. New architectural enforcementprocedures that focus on houses whichurgently need repair and identifyingresources for homeowners who are

unable to perform their own repairs;.Identifying ways to expand ourNeighborhood Watch;

. Creation of a new user-friendly website

that will launch shortly;. Expanded community participation inneighborhood schools;

. Explore establishing a Dog Park;

. Formation of a Tennis CIub.

If you would like to get involved in any

of these projects, we'd love your help inmaking Grefn\Run a great place to livel G

Sincer

^M^Chqndler Scarborough, GRHA President

GRHAstaffspotlightKelly Wesling is the Resident Relations

Administrative Assistant. For the lastseven years, Ms. Wesling has beenresponsible for answering the phones,

issuing pool passes, and collectingpayments. A resident of Virginia Beachsince the age of three, Ms. Weslinggraduated from Green Run High School

in 2002, and received an Associateof Science degree from TidewaterCommunity College.

In her free time Ms. Wesling enjoys

spending time with her family and

friends-a hobby that carries over toher professional life. "I like workingin the programs and dealing with thekids. They are fun and you never know

Kelly Wesling

what you are going to get," Ms. Weslingstates. As a suggested improvementin the Green Run Home OwnersAssociation, Ms. Wesling would liketo see better communication among theGreen Run staff. G

Green RunNifty FiftiesSchedule ofActivitiesSaturday, May 14,20tLRappahannock River Cruise/ .. i,,r:.'

Winery Day TripTime:.(A,p,,tro],:lm;tte):,l:rarting 6:00 am

,,:,,.,,...,lrt an,::; ;:r1,:jiiiing 8:30 pmc;;;: $551 per personThis event includes a buffet lunch at the

winery.

Friday, June L0, 2011Summer Beach PartyTime: 6:30 pm

Cost: $7/ per person

This event includes a cookout and

possible entertainment. G

Meet ournewest Boardmembers

Devin McLaggan

Devin Mclaggan was elected to the

board in November 2010. She has been aresident of Woodland Meadows for nine

years, is a navy wife and a busy motherof three children, ages thirteen, seven,

and two. She is currently attendingcollege earning her degree in nursing.

Devin is an active volunteer withinthe Green Run community. She has

coached cheerleading, and also has beena swim team volunteer since 2004. Lastyear Devin joined the Youth AthleticsCommittee, and after becoming a boardmember, is now the chairman of theCommunications Committee. Her visionfor Green Run is to see what is now oldbecome revitalized into a communitythat we all can be proud of.

Both of our new Board Members qre

Iong time Green Run residents who willbring their visions to the community.

Rowanne Stephenson is a 30 year oldstay-at-home mom. She and her husbandBill have lived in Green Run for overeight years now. They have four girls,ages 1-8, who are the Iight of theirlivesl Her main hobbies and interests

Rowanne Stephenson

are gardening, self-reliant living,homeschooling, local foods (and cookingthem!), crocheting, and sewing. She isthe founder of Green Run's new Homeand Garden Club. The main thing thatRowanne hopes to bring to our boardand community is an open mind thatfocuses on the issues most important toGreen Run residents. G

Here cometheWatchD.O.G.SpThrough the program, students arebeing sent a powerful message thateducation is important and that dadswant to be involved and supportive.

Everyone was excited when they heardthe Watch D.O.G.S.@ were coming toParkway Elementary School this past

month, and we're not talking protective,four-legged canines!

WATCH D.O.G.S.@ which stands forDads of Great Students, is an innovativeprogram being used by schools across

America. Its purpose is to positivelyimpact the lives of students throughthe committed involvement of fathersand father-figures. The goal is to havedads spend at least one day during theacademic year at the school activelyengaged in their child's education. Thisis a wonderful opportunity for dads,granddads, uncles, or step-dads to spend

some time with their children at schooland experience a typical school day. Itis also an opportunity for students to

see a strong male presence representedin their school. Through the program,

students are being sent a powerfulmessage that education is importantand that dads want to be involved andsupportive. This is the debut year for theprogram at Parkway Elementary School.

Karen Clevinger, Title I ReadingResource Teacher and Parent Partnerat Parkway Elementary School,worked with PTA President and

'TOP DOG" John Sartin (Green RunHome Resident), to increase parent

involvement at Parkway. To kick offthe program, dads were invited to jointheir children at school for apizzadinner and an informational meetingexplaining the goals of the program.

The D.O.G.S. then signed up for a date

to spend at the school. Sartin, fatherto two Parkway students (Jamir 8 andJadin 6) announced, "The dads Ioveitl They are being recognized by theirkids'friends in the halls, at lunch, andin the classrooms. They are enjoyingtheir interaction with the children.We've even had dads sign up foradditional days since they hadsuch a good time."

Dads, wearing their WAICHD.O.G. S.@ t-shirts, begintheir day assisting with busduty before moving intothe classrooms to workwith students or to facilitateactivities. They have an

opportunity to visit their ownchildren's classes, to participatein PE activities, help monitorthe cafeteria, and makedismissal run more smoothly.Nicholas Conway (Green RunHome Resident) has volunteeredon numerous occasions, evenplaying the role of Santa atParkway's first "Cocoa withSanta Night" in December.Nicholas was recently shadowedby the Beacon for an article onParkway's Watch D.O.G.S.@

which was published onFebruary 3, 2011. C

Recenthome salesPncesAccording to the REIN MultipleListing Service (MLS), 36 houses and22townhomes have sold within Green Run

between October 1, 2010 andApril L,2011. C

SINGLE-FAMILYHOMESHigh............. .$240,000Low............. .$124,900Average ........$184,194

TOWNHOMESHigh............. $169,900Low............. .$ 60,000Average ........$110,672

See what is FOR SALE

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Take astandagainstcnmeMaking your home safer fromcrime doesnt always mean

having to install expensivealorms and securiLy systems.

Actually, effe ctiv e homesecurity starts with properlyIocked doors and windows,well-lit entryways and the

community involvement of an

active Neighborhood Watch

connection.

WHAT DOES A NEIGHBORHOODWATCH DO?A Neighborhood Watch is neighborshelping neighbors. They are extraeyes and ears for reporting crime and

helping neighbors. Members meet theirneighbors; learn how to make theirhomes more secure, watch out for each

other and the neighborhood, and reportactivity that raises their suspicions to thepolice or the Watch Coordinator.

WHO CANBE INVOLVED?Any resident can join-young and

old, single and married, renter and

homeowner. Even the busiest ofpeople can belong to a NeighborhoodWatch-they too can keep an eye outfor neighbors as they come and go. All ittakes is involvement to sign up members,keeping up-to-date information on newresidents and making special efforts toinvolve the elderly, working parents, andyoung people.

HOWDO I JOIN?Joining Neighborhood Watch is simple.Just provide your name, address, phonenumber and email address to the BlockCaptain and you have become a member.It's that simple. You'll then receive emailupdates about crimes and suspiciousbehavior near you-and you will be able

to alert your neighbors and police aboutsuspicious behavior you see.

IS THERE AN EXISTINGNEIGHBORHOOD WATCH ON MYSTREET?To flnd out if there's already a watchon your street, send an email with youraddress to safety@greenrun.org. Butdon't worry-if there is not already an

active watch on your street, starting one

is easy.

IF THERE ISN'TALREADYAWATCH ON MY STREET. HOWCAN I START ONE?If you don't already have aneighborhood watch on your street,

we can help you bring together yourneighbors to organize onel All we need

are one or two concerned neighbors toget the ball rolling. Together we can

help organize a small planning meetingof neighbors to discuss needs, the levelof interest, and possible communityproblems. Ready to get started? Callus at (757) 427-2600 or email safety@greenrun.org.

Once eighty percent (80%) of theresidents on your street agree toparticipate in the Neighborhood Watchprogram, the City will install a21" x21" reflective sign for each watch at theentrance to your street. G

Calendar

All Meetings are held at the Green RunClub House at 7:00 pm unless otherwisestated. Please check the calendar on theGreen Run website for any changes orupdates on meetings.

* Home and Garden CIub Meetings are

held at the Pagoda.+* Board Meetings are typically held at

Green Run High School.

3oYouth and Athletics Committee

Communications Committee

Finance Committee

Architectural Committee

Home and Garden Clubx

Board of Directors Meeting#

Events Committee

Home and Garden Clubx

Communications Committee

Youth and Athletics Committee

Home and Garden Club*

Senior Dinner

Finance Committee

Architectural Committee

Events Committee

Board of Directors Meeting#

Home and Garden Club*

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Youth and Athletics Committee

Communications Committee

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Finance Committee

Architectural Committee

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Green RunGatorsswimteam

Pool passes

Who:What:When:

Pool pass applications are now availableonline at greenrun.org. You can eitherapply online or download the applicationin PDF format. Passes will be mailedin late May. If you have any questions, Where:please call (757) 427-2600. e

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Phone: 757-963-526'lFaxi 757-963-5262

Proudly suqqofts theGreen Run Homes Association

Boys and Girls 5 to 18 years oldSwim Team Sign-upsIn house registrations willbegin on April 4th duringoffice business hours.

We will also be open forregistration on Saturday,

April 30 & Saturday, May 7from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm

Green Run Clubhouse1248 Green Garden Circle

ACTIVITY FEESResidents $ 75.00

Non-Residents $115.00

There will be a $10.00 late registration

fee added to any registrations received

after May 25,201L

REGISTRATION PROCEDURESAII registrations must be accompanied

by proof of age (Birth Certificate,Military ID or Passport). Payment is

due at time of registration. Method ofpayment, Money Order, Check or Visa.

Payment plans are available for Green

Run Residents.

For more information, email gators@

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City to replaceCrimson HollyPump StationVirginia Beach Department of PublicUtilities will be replacing the CrimsonHolly sewage pump station, located onLynnhaven Parkway near Crimson HollyLane. The sewage pump station conveys

sewage from nearby homes to the localsewage treatment plant.

The property located on the southerncorner of Lynnhaven Parkway and

Crimson Holly Lane is owned by theAssociation and will be used as a

construction staging and storage area.

A temporary utility fence will be erectedduring construction.

There is a school bus stop near theproject site. Children should be

cautioned to stay away from theconstruction area.

Construction should start in June and

will last about a year. The City will keepthe Association updated regarding thetime line of construction and changes

that will affect homeowners, and we willkeep you updated through the web siteand GreenRunner.

Please contact Marcy Garnett at

the City of Virginia Beach PublicUtilities Department at mgarnett@vbgov.com or (757) 385-4910 if youhave any questions or concerns on thisconstruction project. G

COMMITTEESAND CLUBSOF GREEN RUN

ARCHITECTURAL COMMITTEEChairman: Pete Koehler-Pfotenhauer

ppfotenhauer@greenrun.org

COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEEChairman: Devin Mclaggan

dmclaggan@greenrun. org

CREDENTIALS & NOMINATINGCOMMITTEE

Chairman: Patricia Keeleypkeeley@greenrun.org

FINANCE COMMITTEEChairman: Eric Custer

ecuster@greenrun.org

NEIGHBORHOOD SAFETYChairman: Heidi Daniels

hdaniels@ greenrun.org

YOUTH &ATHLETICSCOMMITTEE

Chairman: Patricia Keeleypkeeley@greenrun.org

EVENTS COMMITTEEChairman: Chris Wiemken

cwiemken@ greenrun.org

HOME AND GARDEN CLUBChairman: Rowanne Stephenson

rstephenson@ greenrun.org

TENNIS CLUBtennis@greenrun.org

NIFTY FIFTIES CLUBniftyf if ties@ greenrun.org

CUB SCOUTPACK 598

scouts@greenrun.org

GIRL SCOUTSgirlscouts@ greenrun.org

Most of the committees meet once a monthand the dates are posted on the Green Run

web site\ calendar. For more information,please contact the person assigned to thecommiLtee ar coll the Green Run office at427-9858.

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of The Ultimate Football Family?

Registrations begin June 11th forkids ages 5 to 14.

Join Green Run's three-time championSpartans football.

Green Run HomesAssociation1248 Green Garden CircleVirginia Beach,VA 23453

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BUSINESS OFFICE(7s7) 427-2600Monday9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tuesday9:00 am - 7:00 pm

Wednesday through Friday9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Green Run office is now open until7:00 pm every Tuesday!

OFFICES CLOSEDGRHA offlces will be closed on Monday,May 30th and Monday, July 4th. Thepools will be open, but no passes will be

issued on those dates. G

ResidentsAsk(D^wnat is cIP?C apital Improv ement P I an (P rogr am)

A CIP is a mandatory comprehensive

and strategic plan. It includes identifyinga portion of the income received each

year and placing that amount in areserve fund (savings) to spread out the

costs associated with necessary futureinvestments in our community. CIP also

includes planning and identifying the

major projects, generally costly projects,

over multiple years.

Just a few examples of CIP projects

include: pool maintenance and

renovations, monument signs, facilitiesmaintenance and renovations, roads and

parking paving projects, and equipmentpurchases required for the day+o-daymaintenance of Green Run.

CIP enables the Association to spread

out the costs associated with these

typically expensive projects or purchases

over multiple years. CIP reduces andprevents the adverse effects from these

necessary and costly planned projects

and investments from impacting the

budget of the current year.

Failure to adequately fund CIP wouldresult in adversely impacting current andfuture assessments, and incurring costlydebt that must be repaid.

Many questions that you have mightalready be on the Green Run web site,greenrun.org.

(D. wny did Green Run select q bank in

Arizona?

A Green Run staff contacted severalbanks that have local offices as wellas several banks across the countrythat specialize in serving communityassociations. Community AssociationBank stood out from the others

because there was no cost to Green

Run for banking with them. They are

a division of Mutual of Omaha Bankand are also large enough to handle

Green Run's processing volume.CommunityAssociation Bank has the

ability to interface directly into ouraccounting software, so payments can

be automatically posted to members'

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IffiIaccounts rather than being hand-posted

by Green Run staff.

Q Ccn I stilt pay my bill quarterly oryearly?

A Yes, residents still have the optionto pay quarterly or yearly. The monthlybilling was intended to make it easier forresidents to budget their payments. C

GRHAAccepts Paymens by

check, money order, or credit card

(Visa, MasterCard, or Discover).

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NO CASH ACCEPTED.