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September 04, 2007
September 2007 Newsletter
THE WOODS SEPTEMBER NEWSLETTER 2007
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Capital Projects
The Cluster Roof Project is finishing at G Cluster and should be complete by mid-September. The work at G was more extensive than planned and required replacing most of the siding around the dormers and re-facing a large percentage of the Sto stucco siding. We will keep Cluster owners informed of the final costs as the project wraps up.
Walkway paving was completed in August and our grounds crew is now installing hand railings where needed for added safety.
Drinking Water Warning
On August 23 we were notified that our most recent water sample sent to the State tested positive for total coliform bacteria. Notices were immediately posted informing occupants of the test and advising them to boil water before drinking it. Six additional tests were submitted and came back negative on August 29 allowing us to notify occupants that the warning was no longer in effect. Total coliform bacteria are generally not harmful themselves, but indicate that other bacteria may be present in the water. Any contamination to the water system such as runoff entering the system or a break in the distribution system can result in a positive reading. The Woods also had one positive reading in 2005 and one in 2004. It is not uncommon for small community systems such as The Woods to have this occur. Overall our record is very good and the system meets or surpasses all Federal and State drinking-water standards.
Long Term Summer Renters
We have Floridians and others occasionally coming in to our office and inquiring about rentals for next summer. We maintain a list of owners who are willing to be contacted by potential renters and are handing it out. If you would like to be added to that list for summer or winter monthly rentals please let us know. For more information please call our office at 802-422-3100 or e-mail us at service@woodsresort.net.
Maintenance/Grounds
The final three of our six 10,000 gallon water system holding tanks were cleaned the last week in August. All six tanks were inspected, as required by the state, in May of this year and the first three were cleaned at that time. Inspection after removing sediment from one of the tanks has revealed two cracks which need to be repaired. A different tank was repaired last year.
In July we replaced a domestic water line going to one of the units in G Cluster which was corroded and leaking badly. The job involved excavating a large area in front of the unit to remove the old line and tie back to the main. This is the third line we have had to replace in the past two years. The other two were in the fall of 2005 and the winter of 2006.
Several other physical plant issues were also addressed in July and August. Two new flow pumps were installed to maintain water pressure to units in E, F, G Clusters and the Woods Homes. One of our original pressure tanks (not the storage tanks referred to above) for the water system failed and was replaced at the same time. Of a total of six pressure tanks, four have now been replaced since 2002. Two original tanks are still in service. One of three 115 gallon hot water storage tanks serving the Spa and Terra Median building was leaking badly and has been replaced. Lastly, the original fan motor for the Zephyr unit which heats and dehumidifies the pool atrium area failed and was replaced. The positive aspect to all of these repairs is that we are steadily upgrading or replacing 20 year old components to the mechanical systems and infrastructure of The Woods.
Our crew continues to work to enhance the overall appearance of The Woods and many positive comments are being received from owners and guests.
New Staff Person
We have recently hired Loretta Earle to fill the position of administrative assistant starting on September 10th. Eileen Ryan who has filled the position as a temporary since last March will be leaving us. We wish Eileen the best of luck in her new endeavors.
Restaurant
We have reached a verbal understanding with a prospective operator for the restaurant in the TM this winter and are finalizing a contract. The individual is the chef/owner of a summer seasonal restaurant in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina who has roots in the Rutland area and would like to be back here seasonally to begin with and eventually full time. He is looking to establish a long term relationship with The Woods.
The Spa
The Spa continues to improve on last years business levels. Revenues through the summer are approximately $10,000 ahead of last year. We are looking forward to a strong foliage season and hope to see you here. As always, owners receive a 10% discount on massages and body treatments.
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