N E W S F R O M

T H E G E N E R A L

MANAGER’S DESK

B ack in September of last year,

I reported that several of the

required agency permits per-

taining to the dredging of Mill Pond

had been delayed and as a result,

dredging Mill Pond would be a 2012

project. I’m happy to now report that

the association just received the “DEQ

401 Certification of Clean Fill”, which

means that the sediment proposed for

removal from Mill Pond meets DEQ’s

criteria for clean fill, therefore no solid

waste permit nor solid waste letter

is required to dispose of or use this

material as upland or terrestrial fill.

The clean fill determination is great

news as it eliminates costly fill disposal

surcharges and allows our contractor

their choice of multiple disposal sites

for the 12,000 CY of sediment that is

to be removed from the pond.

We should have our final permit from

the Army Corp of Engineers (ACOE)

this month. Based on this piece of in-

formation, the dredging of Mill Pond

will commence this summer

immediately after the 4th of July, with

completion—hopefully—by Labor Day

weekend. A dredging/construction

schedule will be published early this

spring outlining the steps that will be

taken during the restoration of Mill

Pond.

Additional information on the dredging

project will follow in newsletter articles,

e-blasts and communications from the

association office. Should you have

questions regarding the dredging

project, please send them to the

HOA office at contactus@fhhoa.

TRACT R SURVEY

In other news, the Tract R Task Force

still needs to hear from you regarding

the proposed development of 2.1

acres of land, known as Tract R, that

sits adjacent to Mill Pond. Please

complete the Tract R online survey

so the task force can develop—with

your input—a cohesive and affordable

pinnacle press NEWS AT FOREST HEIGHTS

C O M P L I A N C E

C O R N E R A r e y o u a w a r e

of the HOA’s

p o l i c y o n

v i s i b i l i t y o f

t r a s h c a n s ?

L A N D S C A P E

P L A N S T h e F o r m ,

F u n c t i o n ,

S c i e n c e a n d

E n g i n e e r i n g i n

L a n d s c a p e P l a n s

A S K T H E

M A N A G E R W h y i s h o l l y

b e i n g r e m o v e d

f r o m t h e H O A

c o m m o n a r e a ?

T R A C T R

S U R V E Y T h e T r a c t R

T a s k F o r c e

w a n t s t o h e a r

f r o m y o u !

continued on page 2

General Manager’s Update 1-2

From the Board President 4

Request for Board

Nominations

6

Garbage Can, Recycling

and Debris Reminder

7

Ask the Manager: Removal

of Holly Trees

8

Don’t Forget:

Tract R Survey and Semi-

Annual Assessments

9

FHHOA Annual Calendar

of Events

10

Volunteer Reception 11

2011 Real Estate Recap 11

The Form, Function,

Science and Engineering

of Landscape Plans

12-13

New HOA Website 14-15

FHHOA Calendar 18

FEBRUARY•2012

IN THIS ISSUE

Dredging Mill Pond is a 2012 Project!

design plan to improve the common

area and enhance recreational op-

portunities at Mill Pond Park. The

goal is to add community amenities

that will enhance our quality of life

here at Forest Heights.

ASSOCIATION EVENTS FOR 2012

Please see page 10 of this newsletter

for the association’s Activities and

Event Calendar for 2012. It’s shaping

up to be a busy year and I hope

every resident of Forest Heights

takes the opportunity to join in and

participate in these community

events. Also, please plan to attend

the Annual Homeowners Meeting

on Tuesday May 1st, 7:00 pm at

Forest Park Elementary School. Mark

your calendar today!

And finally, the Association Nominat-

ing Committee is seeking community

members to run for two open Board

of Directors seats this May. If you

have the time to volunteer please

read the article on page 4 of this

newsletter.

My door is always open and the staff

is here to serve your needs.

~ Stephen Herr

General Manager FHHOA ~

Forest Heights

Homeowners Association

2033 NW Miller Road

Portland, Oregon 97229

Phone: 503.297.9400

Fax: 503.297.9408

Office Hours: Monday—Friday

9:00 am—5:00 pm

Email: contactus@fhhoa.com

Vision Statement

To create and foster excellence

in community, environment and

quality of life.

Board of Directors | 2011-2012

Mark Sanzone—President

Eric Butterfield—Vice President

Stuart Roberts—Secretary

Ric Barton—Treasurer

Mike Fletcher

Heather Gaitan

Devidas Gupta

Association Staff

Stephen K. Herr—General Manager

email: sherr@fhhoa.com

Judith Souers—Office Administrator

email: jsouers@fhhoa.com

Molly McManus Oliver—Compliance

Coordinator

email: moliver@fhhoa.com

Kimberly Monaco—Marketing,

Communications & Event Coordinator

email: kmonaco@fhhoa.com

Richard Metzger—Maintenance

Supervisor

Juan Guerrero—Maintenance Team

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2 0 1 1 Y E A R I N R E V I E W

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PRESIDENT’S CORNER

Upcoming FHHOA

Board Meeting

Monday, February 6th

Time: 6:00 pm

Location: FHHOA Office

All homeowners are welcome

to attend!

F R O M Y O U R B O A R D

P R E S I D E N T

T he thing I like best about living

in Forest Heights is the parks

and trail system. No matter what

season we’re in, I appreciate being able

to walk out my front door and within a

few minutes find myself deep into the

forested landscape that we are lucky

to live within. In this month’s article,

I’d like to recognize—and thank—the

association’s maintenance staff who

work tirelessly to keep the trail system

safe and our common areas beautiful

for everyone to enjoy.

Richard Metzger and Juan Guerrero

are full time association employees who

focus their daily efforts on maintaining

the 200+ acres of common space within

Forest Heights. While Willamette Land-

scaping mows the lawns and tends to

the landscaped areas, the rest is for

Richard and Juan to look after.

So how do they spend their time?

First on their long list of responsibilities

is string trimming and brush pruning

around the parks and along the trails.

Second is trail maintenance of the

six miles of trails we have here in the

neighborhood. Trail maintenance in-

cludes gravel work, clearing downed

trees, repairing the bridges, addressing

water erosion issues and rebuilding and

maintaining stairways.

Third is invasive plant removal; black-

berry, holly, garlic mustard and archan-

gel are the culprits that pose the largest

threat to our forested common areas.

Fourth is “everything else”: collecting

the trash, restocking the Mutt Mitt

stations, clearing the drains at the

retention ponds, repairing signs, mole

control, etc. And if it snows like it did

last month, Richard and Juan will be out

in the elements running our snow plow!

If you see Richard and Juan working

while you are out and about, please

take a moment to say hello and thank

them for their fine efforts at keeping

Forest Heights a great place to live.

~ Mark Sanzone,

FHHOA Board President ~

Richard Metzger and Juan Guerrero have been keeping

Forest Heights in tip top shape for over 9 years. Together

they maintain: 200+ acres of common area within Forest

Heights, 11 miles of improved common space, Mill Pond Park

and playground, 11 entrance monuments and over 6 miles of

the Forest Heights private trail system.

Also on their collective list of responsibilities: ensuring the

natural areas within the neighborhood remain accessible and

safe for all residents while at the same time adhering to the

association’s aesthetic requirements, managing our drainage

and irrigation systems of culverts and catch basins, invasive

species abatement and seasonal planting throughout the

community. Richard and Juan are also instrumental in the

coordination of our community events.

Thank you Richard and Juan!

Richard Metzger

Juan Guerrero

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Did you see? T

hese photos of Mill Pond were

taken on January 19th during a

rainstorm that dumped almost

2” of rain in Portland. Just two days

prior, we had nearly 6” of snow here in

Forest Heights.

Between the snow melt and rain fall,

Mill Pond rose above its banks but

thanks to our weir system, water was

able to flow through our drainage

system and into the Tualatin River

within hours.

Portions of the Wetlands Trail were

under water for part of the day but did

not suffer any damage.

Do you have photos of weather related

events here in Forest Heights? If so,

send them our way and we’ll publish

them on our website! Email your photo

submissions to Kim Monaco at:

kmonaco@fhhoa.com

FHHOA Board Seeks New Members for its Board of Directors

REQUEST FOR NOMINATIONS

Page 6

F orest Heights Homeowners Association is

governed by a seven (7) member Board of

Directors, each of whom serves for a three

year term. The three year terms are staggered so

that each year new board members join as the most

senior board members’ terms expire. In May, three

(3) board members’ terms expire, and the board is

seeking their replacements. The annual board

member election will be held May 1st, the first

Tuesday in May, in conjunction with the Annual

Meeting. At this time, we are recruiting candidates

to run for two (2) board member positions.

A Nominating Committee has been assigned the

task of recruiting/coordinating candidates and

answering any questions you might have.

REQUIREMENTS FOR NOMINEES

Nominees should be members in good standing of

Forest Heights with a desire to actively participate in

guiding and providing direction for our community.

Previous board service is desirable, but not necessary.

If elected you will be expected to:

• prepare for and attend monthly board meetings

• participate in study sessions, evaluate subjects in

an objective manner

• educate yourself on homeowners associations

• support the will of the majority of the board.

An ability to communicate and work with others is,

of course, helpful. Please refer to the FHHOA Board

Meeting Goals, Objectives, and Code of Ethics and

Conduct.

SCHEDULE FOR NOMINEES

January/February 2012

Decide on candidacy (self-nominated or nominated by

another).

March 2012

Candidate profile and statements will be published in

the FHHOA Newsletter. Deadline 2/15.

April 2012

Candidate statements will be published in the FHHOA

Newsletter and proxy will be distributed via the annual

mailing. Deadline 3/15.

Participate in a “Meet the Candidates” open forum at

Forest Heights (date TBD).

May 1, 2012

Annual Meeting. Candidate statement and election.

To nominate yourself or someone else

You can send your nomination to the FHHOA

staff at contactus@fhhoa.com. HOA staff will send

you the required nomination packet and forms for com-

pletion by the nominating party. Nominations will be

closed March 15, 2012 (except for write-in candidates

and nominations from the floor at the Annual Meeting).

Thank you for your interest in serving on the FHHOA

board!

Eric Butterfield

FHHOA Director

Nominating Committee Chair

FHHOA Board Seeks New Members for its Board of Directors

REQUEST FOR NOMINATIONS

Page 7

A R E Y O U R G A R B A G E C A N S I N V I E W ?

H ave you recently received a letter from the

HOA regarding the storage of your garbage

containers? Don’t worry, you’re not alone.

Many residents are unaware that our CC&Rs (6.9)

require that all garbage, recycling any yard debris

containers be stored out of sight from the street.

“Out of sight” means that the containers cannot

be observed from the street. This eliminates drive-

ways and side yards in front of a fence as places

to put your garbage, recycling and yard debris

containers.

If your receptacles are currently stored in your

driveway or are otherwise visible from the street,

this is the perfect time to evaluate where you can

move them. Containers can be stored in your garage

or behind your fence. You can create a short hedge

with landscaping or build a short fence to screen

containers as well. While these projects require

Architectural Review Committee approval before

being built, there is no fee for reviewing your

screening plan.

Stumped about how to screen containers on

your Lot? Feel free to contact me by email at

moliver@fhhoa.com or call me at 503-297-9400.

I am happy to propose solutions for your particular

circumstance.

~ Molly Oliver, Compliance Coordinator ~

Don’t forget Forest Heights’ regulations concerning the storage of garbage,

recycling and debris containers

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E nglish Holly (Ilex aquifolium)

is on the Oregon Invasive

Plant list and is considered

a common noxious weed/tree. Holly

can dominate the “tall shrub layer”,

creating deep shade that makes it

difficult for some native species to

grow in. Additionally, birds and small

mammals use holly berries as a food

source, dispersing seeds throughout

the forest (in our case the “natural

common areas”). Holly berries are

toxic to humans.

The Forest Heights Homeowners

Association and the G2 Committee,

working collaboratively with West

Multnomah Soil and Water Con-

servation District, have established

a plan to remove invasive holly from

the common areas. A Natural Area

Inventory Map was created to priori-

tize areas where the Forest Heights

maintenance staff could focus on

removing invasives. The strategy

of prioritizing projects is to identify

and treat ecologically healthy “core

habitats”, then create a relatively

invasive-free “buffer habitat” sur-

rounding it, reducing the chance

of re-infestation.

The target areas of Sword Fern and

Boulder Creek Trails were identified

as core habitat and the maintenance

staff is working to remove all English

Holly from these areas. Their efforts

will be coordinated with volunteer

projects to remove invasives from

our common areas. This project will

take many years to complete.

In the short term, there are several

invasive removal volunteer events

planned for this year and your help

eradicating the invasives in Forest

Heights is deeply appreciated. Look

for more information on these events

in upcoming newsletters.

~ Stephen Herr,

FHHOA General Manager ~

“Wisdom is not finally tested

in the schools. Wisdom cannot

be pass’d from one having it to

another not having it. Wisdom is

of the soul, is not susceptible of

proof, is its own proof.”

- Walt Whitman

ASK THE MANAGER “I was hiking the trails and noticed maintenance

staff removing the holly trees. Why?”

Are you curious about things

going on in our community?

Do you ever wonder about

something you see while

walking or driving through

our neighborhood? Do you

have questions about issues

that impact Forest Heights?

Here’s your opportunity to get

some answers! Our General

Manager, Stephen Herr, will

answer your questions about

Forest Heights each month in

this article.

If you are wondering about

something, chances are others

in our community are curious

about the same thing, so do us

all a favor and send in your

questions. If Manager Herr

can’t answer the question,

he’ll find someone who can!

Please email your questions to

contactus@fhhoa.com with

“Ask the Manager” in the

subject line. Questions received

by the 10th of each month will be

answered in the newsletter the

following month.

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You can now pay your HOA

semi-annual assessment one of

the following ways (or simply drop

off your check payment at the

HOA office):

1 | US Mail

Mail a check along with your

invoice stub to:

Forest Heights HOA c/o SmartStreet

PO Box 105007 | Atlanta, GA 30348-5007

2 | Online Bill Pay

Set up payment via your bank’s online bill pay. Enter the

following address in the payee section:

Payee: Forest Heights HOA

Address: PO Box 105007 | Atlanta, GA 30348

Phone: 888.705.0600

Account Number: Enter as it appears on statement

3 | Online Payment

To pay with e-check or credit card:

• Go to www.fhhoa.com and select the

“I want to pay my assessment” link on the homepage.

• Complete the online instructions

Note: There will be a $9.95 convenience fee if you pay via credit card. Mastercard, American Express and Discover are accepted. Visa is not accepted.

4 | Auto Withdraw Payment (ACH)

We’ve already processed ACH payments for this billing

cycle but if you are interested in signing up for this option

for future payments, please contact the HOA office for the

payment authorization form.

The Tract R Task Force and the Forest Heights

Board of Directors needs to hear from you

regarding the possible development of the

Tract R Master Plan.

To that end, we’re asking all FHHOA home-

owners to take the Tract R Survey. The results

of this survey will be critical to the Tract R Task

Force and the FHHOA Board of Directors as

they consider the factors involved in developing

the Tract.

You can take the survey here, or directly

from the HOA website.

Want to learn more? Visit the Tract R web-

page and view the task force meeting minutes,

proposed development plans and the Tract R

presentation made at the 2011 Annual Meeting

of Homeowners.

The Tract R Task Force thanks you for your

time and consideration of this matter.

Have You Paid Your Semi

Annual Assessment?

Don’t forget...

Have You Taken

the Tract R Survey?

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FHHOA 2012

Event Calendar

Easter Egg Hunt

Hosted by: Forest Heights HOA

Date: Saturday, April 7, 2012

Time: 10 am *sharp*

Location: Mill Pond Park

Spring Community

Garage Sale

Hosted by: Forest Heights HOA

Date: June 2, 2012

Time: 9 am—3 pm

Location: Forest Heights Neighborhood

4th of July Celebration

Hosted by: Forest Heights HOA

Date: Wednesday, July 4, 2012

Fireworks start at 10:00 pm

Location: Mill Pond Park

Here’s a snapshot of the Forest Heights community

events for 2012. As a friendly reminder, these events

are exclusive to the residents of Forest Heights.

Be sure to check the HOA website and subsequent

newsletters for more information about these events

throughout the year.

International Fall Festival

Hosted by: Forest Heights HOA

Date: Sunday, September 9, 2012

Time: 4:00—7:00 pm

Location: Mill Pond Park

Fall Community

Garage Sale

Hosted by: Forest Heights HOA

Date: Saturday, September 29, 2012

Time: 9 am—3 pm

Location: Forest Heights Neighborhood

Halloween Party

Hosted by: Village Center

Date: Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Time: 5:00—7:00 pm

Location: Village Center

Christmas Tree Lighting

Hosted by: Village Center

Date: Saturday, December 8, 2012

Time: 5:00—8:00 pm

Location: Village Center

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We at the Forest Heights Homeowners Association would

like to show our sincere appreciation to all our community

volunteers. You have devoted your precious time, energy and

resources to make our community the most desirable around.

Your volunteer spirit is admired and greatly appreciated!

We invite you to join us on Friday, April 20th, for an

evening of camaraderie, great food and drinks!

If you have been a volunteer in the past year, please RSVP

to: contactus@fhhoa.com

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The Form, Function, Science

& Engineering in Landscape Plans

F R O M T H E A R C

S pring is approaching and

many homeowners are now

thinking about their landscape

projects. Whether you want to add to

your existing landscape plan, completely

remake your yard or install a new plan

as part of a new home construction, four

important factors need to be considered

before you break ground: the form,

function, science and engineering of

landscape plans.

Let’s first look at the form of land-

scape design. When we describe

the form of something, we typically

use artistic terms like color, shape,

light, pattern and texture. I suggest

making a list of “artistic terms” to

describe your landscape design

preferences. Do you like rounded or

angular shapes? Are you attracted

to patterned and repeating themes

or do you like more free flowing

design? Do you like the ever-

changing seasonal colors or do you

prefer a monochromatic palette?

I’d now suggest making another list

that describes the functional uses

you want from your landscape.

Landscapes are not only made to

look pretty, they can also be made

to be useful. Your functional list

might include having an area for

entertaining family and friends, an

open space for playing sports, beds

for gardening or raising flowers,

special purpose plantings for fram-

ing vistas or views or small private

areas for quiet reading and contem-

plation.

After making these two lists, you

might want to now consider bringing

in a landscape design professional

to prepare your landscape plan.

Landscape designers work with

clients to combine the form and

function of landscapes with the

science and engineering of land-

scapes. When equal weight is given

to all four elements (form, function,

science and engineering), there is

a much greater chance of lasting

success for an implemented land-

scape plan. Here are some of the

typical science and engineering

issues that need to be addressed

prior to drawing up a landscape

plan:

Drainage

Determining drainage issues are

important regardless of where

your home is located. Are there

swales, gullies, steep slopes or clay

soil on your property that can give

rise to special drainage considera-

tions?

Soil

Knowing what kind of soil is on your

property is a key consideration when

it comes to landscape plans. Is your

soil acidic? Do you have heavy clay

soil? Do your proposed plantings

require you to amend your existing

soil makeup?

Structures

If your landscape plan calls for any

kind of structure (pergola, gazebo,

greenhouse, etc.), your plan needs

to address the structural engineering

of these elements. What kind of

grading needs to occur to ensure a

level building surface? Does your

structure require a permit prior to

installation?

Light Conditions

How your home is situated with

respect to sun and shade will have

a significant impact on plant species

selection, placement and survival.

Plant Selection

Is there a tree or shrub you want in

your landscape that might outgrow

its allocated space in 5 years? Are

you prepared to dead-head flower

laden shrubs each season? Do your

most admired plants require a male

and female specimen to produce

certain desired effects in the plant?

continued on page 13

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In addition to the more technical

aspects of landscape design, there

are many other questions that you

or a designer should ask during the

design process:

• Are there natural areas or

greenway spaces near your

home that could have an

impact on your plan?

• Where should the trash

container storage be located?

• Is there traffic noise (auto or

pedestrian) that needs to be

masked?

• Where is the water source for

irrigation?

• Are there windows with views

that should not be blocked due

to the growth of plants on your

plan?

• What entrance experience

(night lighting, scents, yard art

& adornment) is desirable?

And the list goes on.

If you want to hire a landscape

designer or installation contractor,

you can search for one through

professional organizations such

as the Oregon Landscape Archi-

tectural Registration Board. The

board can provide the names of

professional landscape architects

who specialize in residential design.

You can also check the Associa-

tion of Northwest Landscape

Designers website for designers

who are not registered as landscape

architects. Many nurseries also will

prepare landscape designs and

install the plan.

When searching for a landscape

installer, use resources such as the

State of Oregon Landscape Con-

tractor’s Board and the Forest

Height’s Recommended Contrac-

tors and Vendors List. Talk with

neighbors whose landscapes you

admire and ask them for a referral.

Contact at least three contractors

and have them show you their port-

folio of work and ask them for refer-

ences. Once you have made your

selection, get a written bid and read

the contract carefully.

Keep in mind that your landscape

plan, and its corresponding mainte-

nance budget, will cost you some

money, but unlike a car, electronics

or a vacation, your landscape is an

investment. If designed properly,

installed correctly and maintained

each season, your new landscape

will compliment your home, improve

the value of your property and will

be a source of enjoyment for years

to come.

~ John McCauley, RLA ~

continued from page 12

Inspired to make changes to your

landscape? Please remember to build

the Architectural Review Committee

(ARC) approval process into your

plans. Any landscape change, includ-

ing the addition of a feature such as a

retaining wall or the removal and/or

replacement of shrubs, trees, grassed

areas and beds need to be approved by

the ARC. Application forms and the

Landscape Review Checklist are available

to make the process run smoothly. Feel

free to contact Molly Oliver, Compliance

Coordinator, to discuss your plans.

She can be reached at 503-297-9400 or

moliver@fhhoa.com.

The Form, Function, Science & Engineering in Landscape Plans

John McCauley is a member of Forest Heights Architectural Review Committee.

As a Registered Landscape Architect, he holds a degree in Landscape Architecture

from Penn State University. He has worked in both municipal and residential land-

scape design. He also served as District Manager for Unocal, Nitrogen Products

Division.

Go to www.fhhoa.com

Click the ‘Register’ link in the upper

right corner

Complete the one time online

registration form, including your Unit ID

number. If you do not know your Unit

ID, email contactus@fhhoa.com

(include your address in your message)

and we will send you your ID.

FOREST HEIGHTS HOA LAUNCHES NEW WEBSITE

T he new Forest Heights Homeowners Association

website is online! Our new website, designed

exclusively for homeowners, is easier to navigate

and includes many new features like secure homeowner

access only pages, updated ARC forms, online committee

minutes, subscriber opt-in news feeds, updated resident

directory features and much more.

Because the website is for our homeowners, we need you

all to visit the site and follow the one time account set-up

process (as outlined below and on the following page).

Following this process will give you access to the full site

and will facilitate the Annual Meeting & Board Elections

that are coming up in May of this year.

F R O M T H E H O A O F F I C E

Follow these four (4) easy steps

for the one time set up of your

FHHOA website account:

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After you complete the registration form, you will see

the following message:

The HOA will receive your account request and will

perform the following tasks:

1.) Confirm your homeowner status

2.) Email you an account approval notification

and verification of your login information (see below).

PLEASE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LOGIN UNTIL YOU

RECEIVE YOUR ACCOUNT APPROVAL EMAIL FROM

THE HOA. DOING SO WILL RESULT IN HAVING TO

RE-REGISTER YOUR ACCOUNT.

Typically this process will take less than a day. After you

receive your account approval notification you can then

access the full website by clicking the ‘Login’ link from

the home page.

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Return to www.fhhoa.com and login to the

HOA website. When you login for the first

time, be sure to click the ‘Remember Me’

button. This will save your login information

(Unit ID and Password) so you don’t have

to enter this information every time you

login to the site.

If you have any questions about the HOA

website or need assistance with setting up

your account, please email the HOA office

at: contactus@fhhoa.com or by phone at

503.297.9400.

Interested in advertising in the Forest Heights

Community Newsletter?

When you advertise in the FHHOA Community

Newsletter, your ad will appear monthly during

your contract period. In addition to your ad, we

provide links to your website from the both the

newsletter itself and the monthly email blast that

delivers the newsletter.

For ad rates, submission deadlines and general

information, please contact Kim Monaco, FHHOA

Marketing, Communications and Event Coordina-

tor, at: kmonaco@fhhoa.com or by phone

503.297.9400.

FOREST HEIGHTS LAUNCHES NEW WEBSITE, CON’T. continued from page 14

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babysitting for 6 years with all ages and love it! I'm available most week nights but espe-

cially weekends and willing to book on short notice. I have lots of references upon request,

so give me a call! (503) 804-6616

NANNY/BABYSITTER My name is Ashley and I am 17 year old., experienced babysitter and Red Cross certified. I love to play games, do arts and crafts, play sports and be active. I have my drivers license and am a good driver with my own car. I am able to drive myself along with others if needed. I am available school nights,

weekends and this summer. Please call Ashley at 503-577-6951 or email ktmarcy@yahoo.com.

FUN, RELIABLE, BABYSITTER AVAILABLE

Responsible, caring and experienced with kids of all ages! Available on weeknights and weekends

BABYSITTER Responsible 12 year old girl available for babysitting in the Forest Heights Neighborhood. I am

Red Cross-certified and love kids! Call Abby at 503-292-7744.

BABYSITTER/PET SERVICES AVAILABLE Hi my name is Haley and I am a sophomore in high school. I am offering babysitting and pet services. I am Red Cross certified for CPR. I have been a camp counselor for ages 2-12, a mother’s helper for a 1 year old, and a sitter for school age children. My parents are avail-

able to drive me anywhere in the neighborhood. I love kids and am very patient with them! I currently charge $10 per hour. My pet services are as follows: Grooming and sitting. Groom-

ing would be available at my own home where a grooming center is available. I currently charge $20 per full day/night sitting and grooming cost varies by size and coat length.

References are available. Email: sunrisepetcare@hotmail.com or call 503.863.6673

BABYSITTING

BABYSITTER AVAILABLE High school student, Red Cross infant and toddler CPR certified, 3 years experience.

Available to babysit Fridays and Saturdays year round. References available.

Phone #: 503-841-5989 | Rate: $6/hr

BABYSITTING SERVICE My name is Kendall and am 13 years old. I live in Forest Heights and an Red Cross CPR

certified. My parents will drive me to residences in the neighborhood. I can be reached at

503-780-1890/503-706-0348, and charge $5.00/hr.

EXPERIENCED NANNY Experienced nanny for many families in Forest Heights. Flexible availability. Reliable

transportation and perfect driving record. Many references. Part time preferable.

Phone Jocelyn at: 503-459-9443.

BABYSITTING SERVICE Hi, I’m Trudi, and I’m a senior at Lincoln High School. I am CPR certified and live in Forest

Heights. I do not have my driver’s license yet; however, I can be driven by my parents to and from babysitting jobs. I have been babysitting kids ages 1.5 to 11 years old for the past

three years. I also work with preschoolers and kindergarteners in childcare at my church. I am available most weekends including Fridays. I currently charge $9/hour. By the way, I am

allergic to dogs and cats so I am unable to babysit for pet owners. Please call me at 503-

841-5989 or email tastysunflowers@gmail.com. I would love to hear from you.

BABYSITTING SERVICE Hello! My name is Jarrett Gold, I am 16, and a sophomore at Lincoln High School. I am Red Cross certified and can take care of any age group of children. I can also take care

of any pets or other things needed. I am very responsible and I have had past experience taking care of children and feel very confident in doing so. I was a counselor at outdoor school and took care of children for a week. I had a lot of fun and built leadership skills. I can also help tutor children with their schooling if needed. I can babysit children during

the week or weekends. With summer coming up, I am free anytime, and am willing to take any time slots. I enjoy children and I am eager to help take care of them.

You can contact me at 503-922-9900. Thank you!

Babysitter--Certified, Reliable, Fun!

Hi! I'm Julia Renner, a junior at St. Mary's Academy, and I have 6 years' experience

babysitting as well as working with kids at camp. I am Red Cross CPR/First Aid certified

and excellent with all ages as well as families with pets, and am also able to do

housework/chores. Flexible rates; outstanding references available upon request.

Call (503) 291-1249 or email juliarenner@comcast.net.

BABYSITTING

Tess Pauken, babysitting, age 13, Red Cross certified, $5.00/hr., Responsible & reliable.

Contact:503-297-4007 or email: camoritz26@gmail.com

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HELLO All! This is Jamie here advertising myself as a babysitter! I have about 3 years experi-ence with other families (including nannying for one of them for 5 months) and I also have

4 younger siblings that I've helped raise over the years. I turn 20 in a month, I drive and have my own car (a safe Jeep Cherokee). I am currently studying business at PCC Rock

Creek, however I do have flexible hours. I am willing to watch any age, Im able to drive to and from practices/school/etc. and I can also cook. I charge $10/hr for up to two kids and

$12/hr for two or more. I have great references that can be provided upon request! Fun and outgoing! Stern but kind. I love kids and cant wait to have some of my own someday. Email:

jamiehuggins@hotmail.com or call 503.453.0720 BABYSITTING SERVICE

Hello! My name is Sonja Breda and I am 17 years old and attend St. Mary's Academy. I am

friendly, fun and love working with children. I am also red cross certified, have experience

working with children and have my drivers license. I am available some weeknights and

most weekends. Please call me at 503-203-2627 or email me at sonja.breda@gmail.com.

I look forward to talking to you soon.

Happy Valentine’s

Day!

Here are some handy “love coupons”

for you to fill out and give to your

loved ones this Valentine’s Day.

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NEED SOME EXTRA HELP? My name is Nathan VanDomelen, 16 years old. I am a trustworthy and dedicated person.

I honor all appointments and always do quality work. Here are a few things I can do: baby-sit, take care of plants, take care of pets (I am good with animals), pull weeds, and

clean cars (inside and out.) Please note that I am not limited only to the jobs specified. I am available most weekdays, but prefer weekends due to school. Please don’t hesitate to

call me (503) 206-6563. Thank you.

PET CARE Responsible 12 year old girl who loves to care for your pets. I am available to walk, play with, feed or care for while you are at work or away. All types of animals, birds or fish are

acceptable. Please call to schedule your pet care. Manoy 503-203-1787

CERTIFIED READING THERAPIST Private sessions to improve your child's reading skills. Call for information or to schedule

an evaluation. Caren 503-327-8046 or cbcohen@hotmail.com

PET CARE / PLANT WATERING

Responsible 13 and 16 year old brothers will provide excellent nurture for your pets and

plants. In the last five years we have cared for numerous neighborhood pets, watered an

abundance of vegetation and provided many dogs a daily walk.

References available. Call Reid or Trent at: 503-203-1491

DRUM LESSONS

.Accomplished, studious high school student (junior) offering lessons in home studio;

2 drum sets for teach and follow instruction and recording equipment to monitor progress.

Qualifications: 5 years study, numerous instructors, rock & jazz emphasis. Drummer

and percussionist in 3 bands: rock, jazz and orchestra. Performance venues include

clubs, charity events & private engagements. Rate: $10/half hour; $18/hour. Email:

jeremyk23@yahoo.com, 503.686.8020 www.youtube.com/watch?v=3C24mJgNyP8

FOREST HEIGHTS STORAGE UNITS FOR RENT Secure Storage/Parking Garages available in Forest Heights behind the Village Center.

Sizes and Prices Vary. Contact 503-384-0333 if you’re interested. Professionally managed

by C and R Real Estate Services, Co.

LOOKING FOR EXTRA HELP? Hi! My name is Jake Marcy and I am 16 years old. I am dedicated to my sports and school. I am a lacrosse player for Lincoln High School and love my sport. I am very motivated and willing to work as hard as you need. I can help with yard work, computer work (Facebook,

upload photos, etc.), animal watching and walking, babysitting, house sitting, lacrosse training. I am a hard worker so feel free to call me for any work you might have.

Please feel free to call me at 503-297-5921 or 503-407-0846.

My name is Nick Grout and I am an 8th grader at West Sylvan. I am willing to wash cars,

feed and bathe pets, house sit, and do yard work. I can come anytime during the week or

weekend. Please contact me at 503.292.5440 or njgrout@gmail.com

FOR RENT MT HOOD SKI CHALET- One for Vacation Rental - One For SALE by Owner. Sleeps 8. Three Bedroom, 2.5Bath, 2-car Garage, Pools, Spa, Deck. Hot Tub, Trails. Offers four seasons of fun: Ski, Hike, Fish, Boat, Climb. Located Right at Government Camp - Collins Lake Resort

and Grand Lodges. Mention this FHHOA ad for FHHOA Member Rates and Book Direct with

owner. Loren P Hotchkiss lorenhotchkiss9821@msn.com 503-291-9822

RENTALS

PIANO TEACHER/TUTORING

Piano for Mothers! Daytime lessons. Start a new hobby or pick up where you left off as a

child. I travel to you. Well-established local business. Forest Heights references.

503.313.1216 or mail me: sarahwannell@hotmail.com.

MUSIC TUTORING

PET/PLANT CARE

MISCELLANEOUS

EXPERT COLLEGE ESSAY COACH

As the acceptance rates of competitive colleges decline, it becomes essential for

applicants to craft compelling admission essays. Experienced high school English

teacher with Master’s Degree available to help plan, organize, revise, and edit admission

and scholarship essays during evenings and/or weekends. Hourly fee. References supplied

upon request. Please contact Ali at 503.867.6321 or allisonleighmarks@gmail.com

BRIDGE ANYONE?

Looking for intermediate level bridge players who would like to play for fun.

Call Mike and Steph 503-244-1418

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EXPERIENCED PET & PLANT SITTER

Very responsible 12 year old girl with lots of experience. I can walk, feed and play with,

clean up after and care for your pets if you are going to be gone. I have lived with cats, dogs,

hamsters, fish and snails and have taken care of guinea pigs, cats and many other animals.

I can also take care of plants, and have done for many people.

Call 503.291.1249 or email: katherine.m.renner@gmail.com

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neighborhood.

MATH LESSONS Math lessons: Experienced math teacher (all levels) with Bachelors degree in math.

Please contact Aya at: 971-227-0555

PET CARETAKER

Hello, my name is Emily Wu! I'm a Junior at Lincoln High School, and am extremely fond of

animals. I would love to care for your pet (or that precious hydrangea!) while you are away.

I have two dogs myself, and a lot of experiences with pets. I charge low rates, and

will shower your animal with lots of loving. You can contact me at (503-490-9543)

or email me at emilywui@gmail.com.

HEBREW TUTOR Hebrew lessons: Native Hebrew speaker experienced in Hebrew teaching.

Please contact Aya at: 971-227-0555

VIOLIN LESSONS

Saturday afternoon lessons available after 12:00 pm. Private or 3-4 child small group.

Instructor is professional violinist with extensive teaching experience. For more information

visit www.annchristensenviolinist.com or call 971.506.8838. class will be held at Portland

Language Arts at 10180 NW Brady Ln, Portland 97229, just outside Forest Heights. PRESCHOOL/AFTER SCHOOL/TUTORING

Morning or full day Chinese immersion preschool for ages 2 to 5. After school care up

to 12 years old. Care includes arts and crafts activities, math tutoring, music together,

Mandarin Chinese class. For information contact Lillian at 971.506.8838.

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

1 Go Green

Committee Meeting 6:00 pm

2

Architectural Review Committee Meeting

9:00 am

3 4

5 6

Board of Directors Meeting 6:00 pm

7

Safety, Streetscape and Transportation

Meeting 12:00 pm

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9

10 11

12 13

Community Activities Committee Meeting

5:00 pm

Budget & Finance Committee Meeting

6:30 pm

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15

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19 20

HOA Office Closed in Observance of President’s Day

21 22

Tract R Task Force

5:30 pm

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FEBRUARY 2012

Here’s a snapshot of FHHOA activities and meetings

for the month of February. Print and keep this

calendar in a handy spot so you’ll have access to

what’s happening in your community.