Eagle Pointer 08.17.2013

Posted 08/17/13

Eagle Pointer 8/11 - 8/17/2013

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Sewer Board

On Monday August 12, the Shelby County Commission appointed a representative each from the Greystone and Eagle Point communities to serve on the newly created three-member board to review rate increases for the sewer system in the county's north end. The commission approved a board member from Greystone Residential Association and Eagle Point Homeowners Association to fill the two vacant seats on the board. Shelby County Water Services Manager Michael Cain is the board's third member. The group is charged with reviewing rate increases for SouthWest Water Company's sewer infrastructure in north Shelby County. Article on al.com: "North Shelby County sewer rate board gets members to review costs" http://blog.al.com/spotnews/2013/08/north_shelby_county_sewer_rate.html Article in Shelby County Reporter: "New sewer board to keep an eye on rising sewer rates in north Shelby County" http://www.shelbycountyreporter.com/2013/08/12/new-sewer-board-to-keep-an-eye-on-rising-sewer-rates-in-north-shelby-county/

Sewer Lift Stations

Our wastewater treatment (sewer) system, owned and operated by Southwest Water Company (SWWC), contains a series of "Lift Stations" throughout the service area. You probably have noticed several such stations in Eagle Point, which include some electrical equipment, a pump, and a concrete slab. We have experienced repeated failures at the station located at Eagle Point Drive and Farley Lane (adjacent to Eagle Trace). This has resulted in the discharge of raw untreated wastewater into our properties and storm sewer system. If you observe any problems with these Lift Stations in Eagle Point, please contact the SWWC Emergency Line at 408.1990 and advise the EPHOA at [email protected]. We will collect data and report to the company and the state authorities, and we will require corrective action by SWWC.

Safety and Security

Speeding

The EPHOA routinely receives complaints regarding speeding vehicles in our neighborhood. If you encounter any dangerous driving that should be dealt with immediately, please call the Shelby County Sheriff's department at 669-4181. Otherwise, please record the date and time of incident along with the driver's tag number and submit this information to the EPHOA at [email protected]. The EPHOA will then submit this information to the sheriff. We believe that encouraging all residents to participate in this feature of the neighborhood watch will increase safety in our neighborhood. With school starting soon, the Sheriff’s department has increased their drive through Eagle Point.

Safety

The EPHOA has developed the Realtime Security Alert System (RSAS) to quickly communicate potential safety and security-related issues to the residents of Eagle Point. The RSAS enables users to receive SMS text messages or emails related to street names in Eagle Point subdivision, as such notices are published on the website of the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office Dispatch Log (http://shelbyso.com/ or http://dispatchlog.shelbyal.com). The RSAS continuously monitors the ShelbySO Dispatch Log for activity involving street names in Eagle Point subdivision, and automatically sends Alerts via SMS text message to the EPHOA Safety & Security Monitors. The Monitors will immediately assess the content of the Alert and use judgment and established priority guidelines to determine whether to broadcast the Alert to the entire Network. Eagle Point residents may log in at the homepage (http://www.ephoa.org/) and click on the link at the top labeled "ALERTS RSAS" to review terms of use and subscribe to the RSAS.

EPHOA

Get ready for the semiannual neighborhood garage sale on September 21st from 7:00AM – 2:00PM. Just put a red balloon on your mailbox to let shoppers know you are participating. The EPHOA will put an ad in the Birmingham News to advertise the event.

Neighbor to Neighbor

Shake Your Soul®

Come Shake Your Soul® at the UAB Comprehensive Cancer Center grand opening week Monday, August 19th, from 11:30 – 12:30 p.m. Shake Your Soul® is a unique and invigorating approach to body-spirit fitness, incorporating yoga and dance movements. It's a great way to connect with yourself, your spirit, your body and others. The open house is free. Please call 205-934-5772 or email Teri Hoenemeyer at [email protected] to register.

Shake Your Soul® is fun! It also promotes cardiovascular fitness, toning and flexibility, and relieves stress and tension. Because it is so enjoyable, you'll find yourself wanting to sign up for classes! For more information call me at 612-867-2232 or visit my website at www.barefootsoulshealing.com.

Found:

I found a very sweet, gentle dog in our neighborhood yesterday. I took her to the vet and had her checked out, given shots and a bath. The vet says she's a mixed breed and about 4 years old. I have sent out emails to find the owner. She is 23 pounds and was malnourished. She was afraid of the storm and stuck close to people. She is at Riverview Animal Hospital currently and I really don't want to have to take her to one of the shelters. I fell in love with her quickly. She rode very well in my car. If you know of anyone who might be interested in her, please let me know. ......

Help Needed:

Nanny/Personal Assistant needed weekdays from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Duties would include assistance with child care for 5 month old baby girl in our home, light housekeeping, running errands, meal preparation. Duties and hours are flexible; a minimum of 30 hours a week is desired. Contact ......

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Take advantage of the Eagle Pointer and submit your ideas and items to [email protected] for an opportunity to reach your neighbors and the residents of the Eagle Point Community.

The next Board Meeting will be held Tuesday, September 17th at 6:00 p.m.

We would appreciate any feedback on this newsletter! Please send a note to [email protected].

The mission of the Eagle Point Homeowners Association is to enhance the quality of life in our neighborhood by facilitating the safety, security, and social interaction of all our residents. The further mission is to increase the property values of individual homes through community improvements and maintenance while supporting our board of directors through volunteering our time and talents to accomplish these goals.

Eagle Pointer 08.17.2013

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