Community Bulletin Board
    Updated July 27, 2010
                                                                                                  

Tanterra's Annual Crab Feast

       Adult Party for Members and GUESTS!
Saturday, August 28th   8pm to Midnight
      Crabs, Shrimp, Chicken, Music and Dancing!

Ticket price $38ea. (which includes a Tip for the Crab Helpers)

Payment Info Bring checks (Payable to Tanterra HOA),  to Jillene & Jim Welch, at 3709 Hayes Manor Ln, Olney Mill  20832 OR To Ron White 3421 Tanterra Cir in Tanterra. 
Latest to pay is August 23rd.  This event will sell out – No payments at the door.
For More Info call 301-260-8357 or 240-678-3189

 



Tanterra Social Committee -
See the Activities Schedule for 2010
 

 

President's Message regarding 2010 budget
 
Tanterra is anticipating significant expenses within the next three years and two repair activities that need to be fixed next year...... Read full article

News from the Board of Directors....
Pool Rules for 2010

The annual dues have slightly increased from 2008. The New Annual Assessment for 2009 is $290 and is always due every March. 
Board Minutes Appear appear in each months  newsletter for archived viewing. To see quick links to just the minutes click on these links....
October Board Minutes  June Board Minutes     
 
April  Board Minutes       March Board Minutes   February  Board Minutes     January Board Minutes


Grounds Committee!
Our grounds committee chairman is Ron White.  Jay Nalls is also helping and is a valuable addition to the committee.  He is the Greens supervisor at Norbeck Country Club and has many excellent sources for plants, trees and contractors.   If you are interested in helping please contact Ron.  See contact numbers on our Committee Page.

                               Architectural Committee News  
  
Please submit "Request for Architectural Changes" for any change to the exterior of your property.  This  includes applying paint -   even if it is the same color. Fines will be given for neglecting to submit the proper form.
      See notice from Architectural Committee - effective 11-2008

Parking Guidelines  for RV's, trailers, boats
   
   Letter from Architectural Committee
       New Parking Guidelines 

Grass Cutting Guidelines Effective April 1st, 2008

       Grass Cutting Guidelines
General Guidelines
       List of current  guidelines  
New Montgomery County Parking Ordinances effective July 1, 2009
 

 Homeowners Request for Architectural Changes

"The Landscape Gardener" by Mark D. Uhl, Horticulturist      

For years, Mark Uhl, a long time resident of Tanterra has been faithfully writing and publishing monthly landscape & gardening  articles in the Tanterra Today newsletter. These timely articles will keep you right on track throughout the year making it so much easier to maintain your lawn and gardens.  Professional advice, and much appreciated.  Thank you Mark!
 
October Article  
                         
 
August Article     July Article      June Article     May Article   April Article     March Article


Special Offer for Tanterra Residents from Van Sant Heating & Plumbing
Special on Driveway Sealing from J Ford Paving.
J Ford is offering a discounted driveway sealing to Tanterra residents this year for $125 regardless of driveway size. This is a reduced rate based on volume. A very competitive price!  Many of the prices that have been quoted on an individual basis are in the $170 to $250 range.  When you consider doing this job yourself and  the cost of materials at around $50 - $100 it makes sense to have a professional do it for you.  If you are interested contact Hugh Ford at 410-262-1426
 
Recommend Your  Favorite Contractors (This is great!)
Do you have a contractor you're crazy about? Everyone is always on the lookout for a good plumber, electrician, lawn maintenance, termite company,
junk hauler, window washer, roofer, siding installer, driveway sealer, driveway paver, landscaper etc.  Or if you live in the neighborhood and provide these services yourself, LET US KNOW!  Recommend a Contractor
  Sign up for email notifications of Tanterra News events.......
There is a email list that homeowners can sign up for on Yahoo. 
 Carri Wheatly volunteered to establish a yahoo group list that could be used by any homeowner to notify the neighborhood of critical information. This is strictly voluntary. If you want to be on the list either send your email address to Carri Wheatley carri_wheatley@yahoo.com or go to Yahoo.com, search for groups and add your email to the list. The group name is tanterrahoa.
Real Estate NewsTanterra Real Estate News: 
See what's currently for sale, and what
sold 2009. Listing details & Photos included! 
See past sales for 2008, 2007,2006,2005, 2004,2003,2002
See Builder floor plans for each model.
Are you a NEW Tanterra resident?
Don't be a stranger. We would love to get to know you! We have a neighborhood welcome committee and we would love to announce you on our website.  Even better, email us your name and a little about yourself. You get big brownie points if you attach a family photo as well!  Email us at admin@tanterra.com 
Tanterra Pool Membership
Residents of Tanterra automatically belong to our pool and all activities are included in our HOA fees.  Associate Memberships are also available. 
Please click here for additional information.
Please remember to clean up after your pets. It's the law!
Not much can be more irritating than dealing with inconsiderate neighbors who let their dogs leave "treats" at the end of your driveway on a daily basis.
See the county "Pooper Scooper Law" and recommended guidelines for waste disposal ...
  Click Here
Getting ready to do some home improvements? 
All residents must submit a  "
Request for Architectural Changes" form and receive written approval BEFORE  any exterior work is started on your house. Exterior painting of your house requires samples. (Even if there is no color change). Requests are being turned around quickly.  If you have any
questions regarding whether a request is necessary , call Hank Griffith at
                          (240) 461-7536 or email skayhank@comcast.net
                          
Important News Articles from Architectural Committee
Covenants, By-Laws and Architectural ChangesHomeowner Association Docs- 
Covenants, By-Laws  Available online in printable PDF format.
Architectural Change Request Forms
                        
                          Moving?  Print out all of the Articles of Incorporation, Covenants
                          and By-Laws  that are provided on this web site or call Community
                          Paperworks to order your resale package online.
                          Sellers need to tell their settlement attorney to call Sue Barrett at
                          301-774-0234 to obtain HOA information required for settlement.
                         
Advertise! Advertise!  
Community Business Ads
for Free! 

Send us your info and we will design your ad and post it! 
Tanterra  te-Bay....  Post your own free classified ad in minutes! Announce a yard sale, post sale ads for household items, old computers, accessories , bikes, or whatever! It's easy!
                   


Find out what's happening in the Olney Area ....

Want to know what is going on in the area  and be involved in decisions effecting the Olney community? For more information visit the GOCA website.  http://www.goca.org/index.html

 The Olney Town Center Advisory Committee....

The Olney Town Center Advisory Committee wants to hear from you.  Check information about current plans, proposals, and design elements, public meetings and other background information. Visit http://www.olneytowncenter.org


The Olney Coalition
Review Olney Development Plans

School Information
Montgomery County School Calendar - 2007-2008
Emergency information for MCPS and 
K-8 Skill-Builders by Family Education.com

Are You Tired of Ugly Roof Stains?
 Have you noticed how many homes have ugly roof stains that make even 6 year old roofs look old and worn? It's especially noticeable on the steep Tanterra cape cod roofs.  I did a bit of homework and found out that this is a much bigger problem than it was in the past. Surprise - it's not increased air pollution!

Apparently quite a few years ago, roofing companies changed the formula used on the back of the roofing shingles.  The new backing lasts longer but  is more conducive to the growth of algae. Now just after a few years, the roof starts showing those ugly black stains - especially on the North side. In no time, a new roof can look old, ugly  & worn out! Our 6 year old textured roof just started to stain last year. I found out that most roofing companies recommend scrubbing with a chlorine solution that ruins the roof and kills your plants.  After  a bit of  research, I found only one single company in Maryland that uses a patented solution supplied by "American Roof Brite®". The process is absolutely safe for you, your roof, and your plants!  After cleaning, the roof is treated with a special substance that keeps it looking brand new.  The company was called Exterior Concepts and they are the only authorized dealer in Maryland. The roof looked brand new and cleaning was far less expensive than replacing the roof. The cleaning and treatment is only done between April and September.  I've recommended this service to several clients who are getting their homes ready to sell. They are astonished by the results and wished they had done it sooner.
           Call 1-800-553-4135 or 301-261-4134        See Product Website at www.arbroof.com

                                                       
See a Brochure!      

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  • Do you have a helpful tip like the one above that you can share on Tanterra.com?  We would love to hear from you. Send info or tips and we will gladly post them for you. If you have local contractors that you have personally used and recommend, share the tip with your neighbors.   Send us your suggestions!


A Tribute To  All the Moms   ....  You'll love this!


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