News and Events

HOA Board News

• IMPORTANT: Asphalt Repair
  When: Starting Monday, April 21 and ending April 30th
  Please note the below PDF schedule for asphalt restoration throughout the Marshall Heights community. It will be necessary for ALL vehicles to be relocated off the parking lots for at least 48 hoursto allow the asphalt to cure. During that time, you will not be able to drive vehicles onto the street or access your driveway or garage area.
  
  Asphalt Restoration Schedule
  
  
• Reserve Study Information
  As discussed in the November 2007 special meeting, if you would like to obtain a copy of the Reserve Study for the Community, you can obtain it by contacting ProCAM.
  
  
• Dulles Metro Construction Web site
  Please see the following Web site for information about the construction projects that will take place near the community as part of the metro expansion project: www.dullesmetro.com
  
  
• Wall Sconce Guide Posted
  The Board has approved replacement wall sconces for the community. Please download and consult the PDF document prior to replacing your wall sconce. Sea Gull fixtures are available at www.SeaGulllighting.com and also available at Dominion Electric. The CraftMade fixtures are available at www.craftmade.com. You can find information about this and other standards on the Architecture Guidelines page.
  
  
• Rules and Regulations Updated
  The MHHA Rules and Regulations document was revised on July 18, 2007 to incorporate improved parking language.
  
  
• Monthly Highlights
  The Monthly Highlights section is updated following each board meeting or special meeting and includes a summary of meeting minutes dating back to 2003.
   
  

Volunteer Opportunities

Are you looking for ways to volunteer your time for the Marshall Heights community? There are several opportunities available, including both long-term and short-term commitments. Please help us continue to improve the quality of our community by volunteering some of your time.

MHHA Board Member
We have an opening on the board and we are looking for someone like you to join. The Board meets a minimum of every other month, with occasional monthly meetings as necessary. Meetings last approximately 2 hours each. Between meetings, board members can expect to spend 2-8 hours per month on community-related activities including contract and budget review, resident communications, management oversight, vendor meetings, email discussion, and similar tasks.

ARC Participation
The Architectural Review Committee (ARC) is responsible for the overall appearance of the community and helps homeowners improve their properties while maintaining consistency and quality throughout the neighborhood. You can read more about the ARC on the ARC overview page. The ARC is currently looking for additional members to round out the team. ARC members perform inspections of homes for sale using easy-to-use, detailed guides. They also propose changes in community standards and help perform annual inspections.

Community Newsletter Editor
Do you have a desire to express your creativity while providing news to your neighbors? Let's revive the Community Newsletter! It's a great opportunity to support the community and it can be managed on your schedule. The Board is open to any and all ideas regarding a recurring newsletter, which can be traditional print, Web-based, or both! Our Webmaster can help with the technology for an online edition. What we need is someone who can collect information and stories interesting to the community and coordinate the production.

New Owner Greetings
Nearly every month, new neighbors join our community and they deserve a nice welcome. Help us put together a new owner kit and personally welcome our new neighbors to Marshall Heights. This volunteer opportunity is perfect for someone with limited time, but a welcoming spirit.

Ad Hoc Trash Pickup
Trash is a reality, but it doesn't have to overwhelm our community. The wind sometimes blows down trash cans or brings trash floating in from surrounding areas. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone who wants to grab some exercise, enjoy the outdoors, and... well... pick up a little trash along the way. It's all about keeping our community looking tip-top and feeling good about it. Volunteers of ad hoc trash pickup announce and organize events such as "community clean-up days" or recurring walking tours of the community (with a bag of course!).

If you’re interested in any community volunteer activities, please contact Kasanda Chisambisha at ProCam (703) 536-5200 or email ProCAM@ProCAMlink.com. Alternatively, send an email to the board at board@mhha.net.

Miscellaneous Interest

• Got a bad fence?
  If you own one of the homes that recently received an inspection notice noting a fence in need of replacement, here’s a resource for you. Several people in the community have recently used Carter Brothers Fence Co. in a group fence-building arrangement and they were happy with the work. Their contact was Bruce Sylvia and his number is 703-517-1178.  The Board does not endorse contractors – there are many to choose from.  Please get references and consider going in with other homeowners.
  

Future construction

• Adjacent property
  What can we say? The new community being built on the land behind Hutchison Grove Ct. has been on the books for a few years now, but ground has not been broken. The Board continues to maintain communication with the builder and will update the community as soon as new information is known. The last update suggested construction would start in Spring, 2007, which is now behind us. Rather than include a date here that may not be accurate, we will be sure to proactively inform you when we have concrete dates.