NEXT BOARD MEETING

The next Board Meeting will be held Wednesday, September 4, 2002 at 6:30 p.m. at the Carmel Mountain/Sabre Springs Rec. Center.  Members are invited to attend and partake during the open session.

LANDSCAPE UPGRADES

Trees were recently removed from the slope located on Evening Creek Dr. The trees were removed because the trunks of the trees were splitting. The Board is considering replacement of the trees and is in the process of seeking recommendations on what types of trees would be suitable as replacements.

Several Eucalyptus trees were removed from the slope below the Montecito homes. Twelve new Sycamore trees have been planted on the slope completing the upgrades.

WEB SITE INFORMATION

As a reminder, architectural forms for exterior modifications can be obtained through the Association's web site.  All exterior changes need prior architectural approval.  Please be sure and allow enough time for review and approval prior to planning your work. 

Homeowners are also encouraged to utilize the bulletin board to share information on home maintenance with other members.  The community web page address is www.sabrespringshoa.org. Some new information has been posted on the web site. A link has been added to allow for connection to the Sabre Springs Living web site.

 QUARTERLY BILLING STATEMENTS

There is still time to submit your comments regarding quarterly billing statements rather than monthly. If you have not as yet responded to our survey, please submit your opinion on whether or not to change to quarterly billing by calling The Prescott Companies and leaving a message for Ann at 1-800-404-0141 extension 201, or by e-mailing her at Ann@prescottmgt.com.

If the billing process is not changed and you would like to pay in advance, please feel free to do so by submitting a payment of $75.00 with your regular payment. Please be sure to include the return portion of your invoice for proper processing of your payment.

FENCE REPAIR

If your wrought iron fence is in need of replacement, Michael Winter, owner of Iron Pine Outlet feels he can help you. He can be reached by calling 858-486-3602

PAINT DISCOUNT

If you are planning on painting your home, Frazee Paint in Carmel Mountain Ranch offers a discount to Sabre Spring homeowners who purchase items at their store. Updated exterior home colors for the North Creek and Saddle Ridge homes are posted at this store. We encourage homeowners to review the colors at Frazee and select a new color scheme when painting. By using a newer color it increases the value of your home.

RULES ENFORCEMENT

Each month an inspection of the community is performed. Items that are addressed include, weekly mowing of lawns, regular watering and fertilizing of the plant material and lawns as well as painting/cleaning needs. Please take the time to inspect the exterior of your home for possible maintenance needs to prevent getting one of our "courtesy reminders" in the mail.

WALKING TRAIL

Looking for a place to take a nice leisurely stroll?  Try the Chicarita Creek Walking Trail  with two entrances on Evening Creek Drive and one on Sabre Springs Parkway next to the Stoneybrook  Community.  The best parking is along Evening Creek Drive.  The area is beautiful and includes an archeological site. The exercise stations along the trail are maintained by the Sabre Springs Neighborhood Association and are there for your enjoyment.