The Board of Directors has approved a change to the monthly street sweeping schedule. Street sweeping will now take place on the 3rd Tuesday of each month, instead of the 3rd Thursday.

This change was requested so that sweeping no longer falls on trash collection day. With trash cans out along the curb, the sweeper cannot reach the full street, and moving the service to a different day will allow for a more thorough cleaning.

Upcoming street sweeping dates:

– Tuesday, November 17, 2026

– Tuesday, December 15, 2026

– Tuesday, January 19, 2027

– Tuesday, February 16, 2027

– Tuesday, March 16, 2027

– Tuesday, April 20, 2027

Please note that the next service is Tuesday, November 17th. We will send out a reminder closer to this date. To help the sweeper do the best job possible, we ask that residents and guests keep vehicles off the street on sweeping days.

Management has received an increase in reports of rat activity throughout the community. This is not uncommon, as warmer weather and seasonal changes typically result in increased rodent activity during this time of year. While the Association actively monitors and addresses rodent activity within the common areas, homeowners are encouraged to take proactive steps to protect their own property.

The Association contracts with a licensed pest control vendor that regularly services and maintains rodent bait stations located throughout the common areas. These stations are inspected on a routine schedule and replenished with bait as needed as part of the Association’s ongoing rodent control program. However, because rodents readily travel between common areas and private properties, the Association’s efforts alone cannot eliminate rodent activity throughout the community.

Residents are encouraged to implement rodent abatement measures on their own lots, including:

• Do not leave pet food or water outdoors overnight.
• Keep trash and recycling containers tightly closed.
• Promptly remove fallen fruit, nuts, and other food sources from your yard.
• Store bird seed and animal feed in sealed containers and avoid overfilling bird feeders.
• Clean up after outdoor meals and barbecues.
• Trim dense vegetation and groundcover that can provide shelter for rodents.
• Seal openings around your home, including gaps around pipes, vents, doors, garages, and foundations, to prevent rodents from entering.
• Eliminate standing water whenever possible.

If rodent activity persists on your property, homeowners should consider consulting with a licensed pest control professional to evaluate the situation and recommend appropriate treatment measures.

If you choose to use rodent control products, please do so responsibly. Whenever possible, use enclosed tamper-resistant bait stations or traps and avoid the use of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides, which can pose a serious threat to hawks, owls, coyotes, bobcats, domestic pets, and other wildlife that prey on rodents.

If you observe significant rodent activity in the Association’s common areas, please notify Action’s Community Care Department with the location and any relevant details so the Association can investigate and determine whether additional pest control measures are warranted.

By working together to reduce food, water, and shelter sources and by taking appropriate preventative measures on individual properties, we can help minimize seasonal rodent activity and maintain a cleaner, healthier community for everyone.

With the summer heat in full swing, we would like to remind residents to take a few moments to evaluate their landscaping and address any seasonal maintenance needs.

Many lawns throughout the community are showing signs of summer stress and may benefit from additional watering, adjustment of irrigation schedules, and/or overseeding as appropriate. Residents who are interested in reducing water usage may also wish to consider replacing natural grass with artificial turf. Please remember that an Architectural Application must be submitted and approved prior to installing artificial turf or making other exterior landscape modifications.

Residents with palm trees are also reminded to regularly remove dead or hanging palm fronds and seed pods. These materials can become a fire hazard when allowed to accumulate and should be removed promptly.

Thank you for helping maintain the attractive appearance of Crawford Hills and keeping the community well-maintained and fire safe throughout the summer months.

After multiple attempts to hold the 2026 Annual Members Meeting and Election, quorum was not obtained and the Board voted to suspend the election on May 14, 2026. The current directors’ terms from the Estates, Cottages, and Stoneridge will carry over for one year. Another attempt at the election will be held next year.

_{Annual Meeting Ballots – Make Your Vote Count!}

Please keep an eye out in the coming weeks for your Annual Meeting ballots. Your participation is important in ensuring we reach quorum and that the voices of our homeowners are represented.

The Annual Meeting will be held April 27, 2026, via Zoom. The meeting log in information is available on the  Resident Portal, resident.actionlife.com. We encourage all owners to take a moment to review the information and submit their ballot when it arrives.

_{Seasonal Property Maintenance Reminders}

Spring is a great time to take care of routine home maintenance that helps protect your property and maintain the overall appearance of our community.

Weed & Lawn Maintenance

Its the perfect time to freshen up yards and remove weeds. With the warmer weather approaching, don’t forget to turn sprinklers back on and check irrigation systems to keep landscaping healthy.

Painting and General Maintenance

Take a moment to inspect exterior surfaces for cracks, peeling paint, or areas that may need caulking or repair to prevent moisture intrusion.

If you are considering updating your home’s paint scheme, please remember to submit an architectural application for review prior to starting work. The painting application and link to the Association’s approved paint schemes are included with this email.

Roof and Gutter Maintenance:

Annual roof inspections and cleaning are recommended to help prevent long-term damage. Crawford Hills is known for its beautiful mature trees, which also means leaves and debris can collect in gutters and on roofs if not cleared regularly.

Plumbing Line Jetting:

Tree roots naturally seek out water, and even small cracks in underground plumbing lines can allow roots to enter. Many professionals recommend jetting plumbing lines once or twice per year to help prevent blockages and backups. Owners should consult their own plumbing professionals for recommendations specific to their home.

Screen Doors & Windows

Check weather stripping for cracks, replace damaged screens, and clean and lubricate window and door tracks.

Decks & Patios

Power washing and resealing wood decks or patios can help protect surfaces from sun exposure and prevent long-term wear.

_{Community Maintenance and Reporting:}

As a reminder, Action Property Management’s Community Care Department should be contacted directly with maintenance requests and any account/general inquiries. Owners may wish to report non-emergency items to the contact points below. Community Care is equipped to provide residents with the requested information and send a work order to the appropriate HOA vendor. Owners can track the status of a work order on the Resident Portal at resident.actionlife.com. Below are the ways you can contact Community Care:

• Phone: 800-400-2284
• Email communitycare@actionlife.com  
• Logon to Action Property Management’s website at actionlife.com or the Resident Portal at resident.actionlife.com and use the Live Chat feature to speak to a representative during business hours.
• Log on to the Resident Portal and click on the My Community tab, then select Work Orders. You can create a new work order by clicking on the “New” button and view the status of any work orders you have submitted by clicking on “My Work Orders.”
• You can also view the status of any common area work orders that have been submitted.
• Logon to the Resident Portal mobile app which can be downloaded at the Apple or Google app store on your smartphone. Click the “Contact” icon on the bottom right and fill in the requested information.
• Emergencies that happen outside of normal business hours or any urgent matter that is an immediate hazard to life or property should always be called in to 800-400-2284. The on-call service will connect you with the on-call manager so service can be arranged. Please be sure to contact the proper emergency response agency first when appropriate (such as contacting the fire department if there is a fire).

Thank you for doing your part to help keep Crawford Hills a beautiful and well-maintained community.