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BIRCH BAY VILLAGE

AUGUST 2020

AUGUST BULLETIN

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

Phase 3 in the Village 2

Meet Jimmy 2

Compliance 3

Compassion not COVID 4

Flag Poles/Political Signs 5

Classifieds 5

Committee Corner 6/7

Golf Course 8

Golf & Grille 9

Pickleball 10

Golf Club 11

Social Club 12

Social Club Events 14/15

Grad Pics 16

AUGUST MEETINGS

August meetings will be held via

Zoom and are open to all home-

owners.

Meeting ID: 843 4012 8970

PW: 8055

Aug 3—Lakes @ 7pm

Aug 4—Golf @ 3pm

Aug 4 - ACC @ 7pm

Aug 11 - Marina @ 7pm

Aug 12 - Board Workshop @ 5 pm

Aug 12—Security @ 7pm

Aug 20 - Board of

Directors @ 7pm

POOL CLOSURE 2020

Pools will not be opened this season

The BBVCC pools will not be opened

this 2020 summer season. The BOD

based their decision on these factors.

1/ No firm knowledge of when What-

com County would be allowed to

move into Phase 3 which allows pools

to be open with restrictions

2/ Concern for governance & manage-

ment of restrictions of social distancing

requirements & disinfecting protocols

in the shower rooms & in the pool set

forth by Governor Inslee

3/ Attorney & BOD concern for Covid

-19 liability of the unknown

4/ When and if Phase 3 is implemented,

the ability to secure adequate & reliable

seasonal staff to manage the protocols

along with hiring & training of staff that

takes 2 weeks to facilitate

5/ Increase of expenditures for extra

seasonal staff and supplies to manage

the these protocols 5/ Costs and ex-

penditures of a super short pool sea-

son

Here is the link to view the WA State

Department of Health COVID-19 Pre-

vention Guidance and Reopening of

Water Recreation Facilities in Phases;

updated July 8, 2020 https://

www.doh.wa.gov/Portals/1/

Documents/1600/coronavirus/

ReopeningWaterRecreationFac ili-

tiesCOVID19.pdf

Meanwhile the Village has an awesome

asset right here out in Birch Bay espe-

cially during low tide times. Check out

the following site for the 10 best tide

apps for Androids & iPhones so you

can plan fun time out on the bay! We

have a great beach to explore at Sunset

Park! Easy to social distance and no

hour restriction in place … just pay

attention to the tide! https://

appgrooves.com/rank/weather/tide-

charts/best-apps-for-tide-table-charts

For those of you who paid your annual

dues early in hopes of using the coupon

toward your pool pass, the Board will

be discussing options at the August

Board Meeting

For more information on Village re-

sponse and to reopening through our

Phases, see page 2.

https://www.doh.wa.gov/Portals/1/Documents/1600/coronavirus/ReopeningWaterRecreationFac%20ilitiesCOVID19.pdf





https://appgrooves.com/rank/weather/tide-charts/best-apps-for-tide-table-charts



PAGE 2 AUGUST BULLETIN

On Tuesday, June 30, the Board of Directors held a

Special Meeting, the Board made the following official

decisions regarding how the Village will respond

should Whatcom County move into Phase 3. Little

did they know that the State would be on hold indefi-

nitely, but here are the changes we will make the time

comes.

Pool will remain closed for the balance of the

summer (see page 1)

Restrooms Reopening

Sand Dollar, Kwann, and Sunset Park Restrooms are

now open, but restrooms are AT YOUR OWN RISK

and are planned to be sanitized daily. The Office re-

stroom will remained closed until Phase 4.

Office Opening

Once Phase 3 is approved, the Office will be open for

1 person at a time drop-in Monday through Thursday

provided you are wearing a mask. Fridays will still be

reserved for cleaning.

Pickleball/Tennis Extended Hours

Pickleball & tennis courts are open until dusk. All play-

ers, however, must have a signed waiver and ID card

on hand (this will be enforced by Security).

Basketball Courts

At this time, the basketball courts remain locked.

Clubhouse

Re-opening the clubhouse for use has not been decid-

ed at this time. The Board will revisit this once Phase

3 is official.

Please remember that while things are feeling a

bit more normal, we are still very much in the

middle of a global pandemic and the impact on

the Village is more than meets the eye. We

appreciate your patience with staff and leader-

ship as we all get through this together.

It’s with sadness that we bid

farewill to Brendin Baroumes

as he moves onto a new op-

portunity closer to family and

friends. Fortunately, we have

been able to move quickly and

have been lucky enough to

bring Jimmy Gattis on board

to take his place.

A bit about Jimmy… He was

born & raised in Southern

California, Simi Valley area,

attending college to achieve

an EMT certificate. After college worked in the Se-

curity industry in Southern California for 15 years.

He continued this career path after moving to Bel-

lingham in 2016.

In addition to extensive security experience and

training, he also serves as the Vice-President of the

HOA he lives in, bringing a perspective from not only

a governance perspective, but also as a homeowner.

On a personal level, Jimmy is married, has two dogs

and 3 cats. He enjoys hunting, fishing, kayaking, pretty

much any outdoor activity and is an

avid Packers Fan.

GO PACKS GO!!!

COVID AND THE VILLAGE

MEET OUR NEW PUBLIC SAFETY/COMPLIANCE COORDINATOR

Jimmy Gattis Public Safety/Compliance Coordinator

MONTHLY COMPLIANCE REPORT


COVID AND COMPLIANCE –PROCLAMATION 20-51

Many people have been inquiring about ongoing com-

pliance issues around the Village. Let’s face it, one of

the least popular, yet absolutely essential benefits of

living in an HOA is the peace of mind knowing some-

one is responsible for maintaining a minimum standard

of maintenance and care on your neighbor. Ideally,

through the enforcement of rules, everyone benefits

through a certain level of preservation of property val-

ues. At least that is the expectation.

What many people don’t realize, however, is that the

HOA isn’t the all-powerful entity that is envisioned.

Over the past 10-20 years, states have had to enact

statutes that protect homeowners from over-reaching

Boards to make sure that everyone’s interests are pro-

tected. Some of these limits include:

• Rules must be reasonable and clear

• Rules must be properly adopted ahead of time

• Rules can only cover issues that the are included in

the Covenants

• Rules cannot contradict laws that are higher in hi-

erarchy

• Fines can only be issued if a fine schedule has been

adopted ahead of time

• Fines may also only be issued after offering a hear-

ing and opportunity to be heard

There are also limits to how far a community can go to

“fix” a problem. For example, we can send letters,

issue fines, remove privileges, but most often, to actu-

ally force someone into action, it requires a court or-

der to do so (and significant expense).

Having said all that, this pandemic has created a new

level of challenge to what was already rather limiting.

What many don’t realize is Proclamation 20-51 issued

by Governor Inslee regarding Community Associations

(and COVID) not only prevents us from charging inter-

est and late fees, but also prohibits us from conducting

hearings and, subsequently, proceeding with any en-

forcement action/penalties. Our only recourse during

this time is to a) be patient, b) be helpful, and if all else

fails, c) take legal action.

We have currently opted to helpful and ask you’re

your patience as well:

Understand that letters (often multiple), emails,

and phone calls ARE being made or sent

• We are offering our assistance and/or patience in

temporary situations

Similarly, if you are an owner who is in violation, please

ask for help if you need it and understand that is your

responsibility to follow the rules and keep a clean, well

kept property. We are all in this together and by

working together, we can avoid costly legal actions &

deteriorating property values. Let’s see if we can rise

above our temptation to lash out and, instead, help

Birch Bay Village be the beautiful community we know

it to be.

FAILURE TO STOP 8

CURE NOTICES 8

LAWN MAINTENANCE 36

LEASH 1

MISSING HOUSE NUMBERS 3

PARKING 17

SIGNS 8

SPEEDING 1

DERELICT/UNLICENSED VEHICLE 2

STOP WORK ORDER 1

WEAPONS 1

At the Security meeting in June, the committee proposed to the Board that we

start posting summary of compliance/citation notices sent. From this point forward, we will work to keep you informed of new compliance issues created (note: this summary does not include repeat or follow up notices, only new

ones)

JUNE/JULY CITATIONS ISSUED

IMPORTANT RULE REMINDERS

Only 4 vehicles (including boats & trailers) plus

one RV may be parked outside of the garage

All vehicles parked outdoors must be properly

licensed and functional

Parking in the parking strip is limited to 72

hours

Political signs must be removed by August 5th

(see page 5)

ACC approval is required for most exterior

improvements, including flag poles.

Last, but not least, the speed limit throughout

the Village is 20 MPH.


Share Compassion, not COVID-19

We’re all weary of the ongoing effort to protect our

community from the impact of COVID-19. At times,

we may feel angry, fearful, anxious, or overwhelmed. It

can make it all the more challenging to practice empa-

thy and show compassion to others. But there are

many benefits to doing both. It reduces stress, builds

trust, and strengthens the emotional connections we

all need right now. It can also help resolve conflict.

Now more than ever, it’s crucial that we focus on sup-

porting one another, showing compassion, and finding

ways to work together to reduce the distress that

COVID-19 has brought to our community.

How can I express empathy and compassion?

With friends, family, and neighbors

• Check in with someone who may be feeling lonely.

Hearing your voice or finding your note in the mailbox

can boost their spirits as well as yours.

•

• Older adults are most at risk from COVID-19 and

may feel particularly isolated. Ask them to share their

experience managing similar periods of global uncer-

tainty. They may provide a reassuring perspective on

this pandemic.

• Finding common ground about navigating COVID-

19 risks can spark disagreements. Use your listening

skills and kind words, even with challenging behaviors.

Angry comments or actions can be a sign of significant

stress or emotional stress. Allow for grace whenever

possible and don’t shut the door on continuing the

conversation.

Out and about in public

• Wearing a mask to protect others is an act of

compassion. For a variety or reasons, some people

can’t wear a mask. Be understanding, gentle, empa-

thetic, and compassionate to those people too. Others

will be wearing masks, but still tell you that they don’t

believe that masks are effective.

Thank them for compassionately protecting you.

• If you choose to dine out or shop in a store, prac-

tice empathy, patience, and appreciation with restau-

rant or retail staff. Many have worked hard to open up

under the new guidelines. Wait times may be longer,

and capacity to serve you is limited. Do your part to

make their work environment less stressful.

• Parks are busy places these days. Set a good exam-

ple by picking up after yourself so you leave no trace.

Be considerate by respecting the rules: don’t gather

with a big group and keep a six foot distance from

people you don’t live with.

In the workplace

• We’re all operating in new work environments,

whether you’ve been laid off, working remotely, or

adjusting to new worksite protocols. And they all

come with risk: financial, emotional, and physical. Be

empathetic and non-judgmental with your co-workers.

Showing care and concern increases trust and im-

proves the well-being of the whole team.

• If you see a co-worker struggling with work-life

balance, ask what they need to find firm footing again.

It might be enough to know that someone recognizes

their struggle and cares enough to listen.

• Employees report more satisfaction and commit-

ment to their work when they experience compas-

sionate responses in their workplace from both super-

visors and co-workers.

Compassion leads to connection Practicing empathy and compassion is good for us.

Studies suggest that it can boost our physical health

and mental well-being, improve our relationships, and

make us more resilient to stress. Taking care of each

other builds social connectedness and strengthens our

community. Those bonds create a sense of belonging.

A lack of compassion can lead to division between

groups of people. We need a bigger ‘we’ to get

through this pandemic. Show compassion for yourself

and others.

http://www.whatcomcounty.us/3329/Novel-

Coronavirus-COVID-19

SHARE COMPASSION, NOT COVID-FROM THE WHATCOM COUNTY HEALTH DEPT

http://www.whatcomcounty.us/3329/Novel-Coronavirus-COVID-19

FOR SALE:

100 foot of lead line for use with crab pots.

Number of pieces available. Cost

$7.00 each.

Call Ken 360 371 4288

CLASSIFIEDS

PAGE 5 BBVCC BULLETIN AUGUST 2020

FLAG POLES REQUIRE APPROVAL

We have recently witnessed an uptick of flag poles being installed without approval from the ACC.

Please remember:

ACC RULES 3.13 FLAGPOLES

A maximum of two flagpoles are allowed on a lot that contains a single-family residence. The height re-

striction provisions in sections 3.4 and 4 do not apply to flag poles. Flagpoles cannot be erected nearer than

five (5) feet of any lot line. A flag pole can only be a single pole that:

1. When attached to the ground does not exceed eighteen (18) feet in height as measured from the pole/base

structure final average lot grade entry point to its top including any cap ornament.

2. When attached to a surface other than the ground (example: deck/patio) cannot exceed the roof height of the

residence.

3. Is round or oval shaped with an outside diameter not greater than six (6) inches and is adequately anchored

to its surface.

4. Is constructed of metal, fiberglass or other durable non-wood material.

REMINDER - POLITICAL SIGNS

It's that time of year! Local elections are August 4th, so political signs ARE allowed under the following guide-

lines:

Political signs, in accordance with the RCW 64.38.034, may be displayed on a homeowner’s lot with the following re-

strictions:

a) Signs can be no larger than 18 inches X 24 inches;

b) Signs must be at least 15 feet from the hard edge of the road;

c) Signs can be displayed no sooner than 30 days before any General, Primary, or special election in

Whatcom County;

d) Signs must be concerning a ballot (voting) issue of © above;

e) Signs must be removed the next day following the election;

f) Only one sign per ballot issue per lot allowed.

ACC RULES & REGULATIONS - FLAG POLES/POLITICAL SIGNS


COMMITTEE CORNER

LAKES COMMITTEE -

Monday 8/3/2020 7pm

Agenda

TBD

ARCHITECTUAL CONTROL -

Tuesday 8/4/2020 7pm

Agenda

1. DIV. 1, LOT 50 DRIVEWAY REPLACEMENT

2. DIV. 12, LOT 7 TREE REMOVAL

3. DIV. 12M, LOT 16 TREE REMOVAL

4. DIV. 12D, LOT 26 DRIVEWAY REPLACEMENT

5. DIV. 2, LOT 30 TREE REMOVAL

6. DIV. 9, LOT 68 CULVERT/TREE REMOVAL

7. DIV. 12, LOT 43 CULVERT

8. DIV. 7, LOT 25 SHED

9. DIV. 15A, LOT 49 LAKE DOCK

GOLF COMMITTEE - Wednesday 8/5/2020 11am

Agenda

Reviewing rule changes

MARINA COMMITTEE - Tuesday 8/11/2020 7pm

Agenda

TBD

SECURITY COMMITTEE - Wednesday 8/12/2020 7pm

Agenda Review final updates to Rules & Regulations

FISH KILL LAST WEEKEND

Birch Bay Village Residents:

Recently there was a bit of fish kill in one of the golf

course ponds. Village staff did some follow up testing of

the ponds and lakes and found that the one pond was

low on oxygen, but the other water bodies are fine.

However, as a precaution, we will be doing some fur-

ther testing right away of all our lakes and ponds, and

seeking to address the low oxygen level in the one

pond.

Sincerely,

Larry Eide, Lakes Committee Chairperson

All meetings are open to Homeowners. Due to COVID-19, all meetings are held online:

www.zoom.com

ID: 843 4012 8970

PW: 8055

http://www.zoom.com


Budget and Finance Committee Charter The Finance Committee is charged with ensuring compliance and/or developing other policies that further serve to protect Birch Bay

Village Community Club and current Board values. The finance committee chair does not always have to be a professional “numbers”

person but good judgement, logic, curiosity, and a commitment to accountability and the long-term financial stability of the organization

are vital traits.

The presence of a fully engaged finance committee is a strong indication that Birch Bay Village is committed to good stewardship and is

actively building and preserving the financial resources necessary to support the accomplishment of its mission, both for the short and

the long term.

Appointment/Removal:

Committee members are appointed at the BOD discretion and may be removed at any time. The committee will comprise of Commit-

tee Chairperson from the Marina Committee, Golf Committee, Security Committee, and Lakes Committee as well as x # of community

members at large.

The Finance Committee is charged with:

• Budgeting and financial Planning

• Developing an annual operating budget with the BOD. (specifically, review General Manager proposed budget, excluding employee

related line items, and make recommendations to the Board accordingly)

• Sets long-range financial goals along with funding strategies to achieve them.

• Develop multi-year operating budgets that integrate strategic plan objectives and initiatives.

In addition, the Finance Committee will provide the following assistance:

Annually review and propose updates to the Board, if necessary, Policy Resolutions that deal with financial matters (Collection Policy,

Capitalization Policy, Financial Policy, Procurement Policy, Investment Policy, Reserve contribution policy)

• Review the draft audit as presented by the auditor.

• Present the audit repot to the full Board of Directors (if the auditor does not do this)>

• Review the management recommendation letter (SAS112) from the auditor and ensure follow up on any issues mentioned.

• Update & review Reserve Study annually

• Annually review accumulated excess revenue and make recommendations to the Board on reserve transfer, if any

• Review 3rd party reserve study and present to the Board of Directors for adoption

• Develop an annualized committee task list for organizing the committee’s work. This could take the form of a month-by-month

timeline or calendar that integrates budgeting and financial planning deadlines, internal report deadlines, dates to review and update

policies and procedures, and dates of finance committee meetings and full board meetings.

COMMITTEE CORNER

LEARN TO PLAY THE PIANO

In Birch Bay Village

All ages. Adult beginners welcome.

Christine Riffle

360-778-1614 or 360-310-8020

[email protected]

At the July Board of Directors Meeting, the Board approved the creation of a NEW Budget & Finance Committee. The

overall goal of this committee is to improve representation by the committees and general community in establishing

our short and long term financial needs and impact. While at least 3 members shall be representatives from Marina,

Golf, & Security, the Board is actively seeking interested owners. If you are interested, please submit a letter of interest

by TUESDAY AUGUST 11th for consideration.


This year, we have been extremely fortunate to have our very own On Staff Golf Professional—Blake Hull.

Through extensive experience and training, Blake is a huge asset to the Village and the overall golf experi-

ence.

One of the primary functions of a Golf Pro at a golf course is to share tips, tricks, teach lessons, and host

special clinics. Regardless of your skill level (or if you have ever wanted to try the game out), please check it

out!

BIRCH BAY VILLAGE GOLF

Golf Clinics

Adult Clinics

Fundamentals: grip, stance, setup, swing for short

game, full swing irons, fairway woods, and driver, plus

practice tips. A good swing starts with a good

grip! Social Distancing rules apply, mask and gloves

must be carried.

Saturdays, 10-11 am. $5 weather permitting.

Junior Clinics



practice tips. Social Distancing rules, mask and gloves

must be carried.

Saturdays, 11-12 am. $5, weather permitting

To sign up or for more information call the Golf &

Grille 360 371-2026 or contract Blake

Hull, [email protected]

Golf Lessons

Adult & Junior Lessons



practice tips. Learn how to control your swing

and make longer, straighter shots!

Lessons are offered one time or via series

For more information call the Golf & Grille 360 371-

2026 or contract Blake Hull, [email protected]

GOLF CLINICS & LESSONS - WITH BLAKE HULL

Interested in golfing? Not sure how to make a tee time or pay for rounds?

During this pandemic, it seems that everything has changed and nothing is normal. Golf is no exception, but

don’t let that stop you! Here are some quick things to know about golf at our course:

• Tee times are available 7 days/week between 7:00 am and 7:30 p.m. Tee times are required in Phase 2.

• You can make a tee-time online on our website (www.bbvcc.com) and clicking the link “Make a Tee

Time Online”) When you do so, you will receive an email confirmation with a link to pay for rounds, if

needed. You can do this anytime 30 minutes up to 2 weeks in advance.

• You can now call in to book your tee time between 8:30 am—6:00 pm when the Golf & Grille is open

360-371-2026

• Paying for golf (rounds and cart rentals) can be done online (www.bbvcc.com, click link “Pay for Golf”)

or during open hours. If playing after hours, please keep your receipt with you to show Security.

TEE TIMES at the GOLF COURSE

mailto:[email protected]



GOLF & GRILLE HOURS

DAILY 8:30 am—6:00 pm

OPEN FOR OUTDOOR DINING and CARRY-OUT

Whenever possible, place your order online at www.bbvcc.com click

“Order from the Grille”

2020 MENU

updated 08/01/2020

Sandwiches & More

All items below served with your choice of chips, potato salad, or soup of the day when available.

Classic Cheeseburger $7.99

Classic all-American 1/4 pound beef burger served on a toasted bun, topped with your choice of cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, mayo, ketchup, & mustard.

Classic Grilled Cheese $7.99

Texas Toast style bread toasted with three cheeses.

Classic BLT $7.99

Texas Toast style bread toasted with bacon, lettuce, tomato, smothered with mayo.

Hot Dog/Polish Sausage $4.99

All-beef hot dog or polish sausage served on a toasted bun, select your toppings—onion, relish, shredded cheese, sauerkraut.

Thank you for your support,

Birch Bay Village Community Club

Quick Breakfast

Muffin of the Day $2.00

Breakfast Biscuit $3.00

Bacon or sausage with egg, cheese, served on a southern style biscuit

Breakfast Burrito $3.00

Sausage, egg, & cheese filled tortilla

August Daily Specials

All specials below served with your choice of chips or potato salad.

Mondays: Meatball hoagie $7.37

Tuesdays: BBQ Chicken $7.37

Wednesdays:

Chicken Caesar $7.37

(Wrap or Salad)

Thursdays:

Gyros $7.37

Fridays:

Turkey Club $7.37


BBV PICKLEBALL

BBV Pickleball and Tennis Courts are NOW open at your own risk. Rules are posted and must

be followed. In order to play, we must have a waiver on file (ID card will be issued). Waivers

can be found online or at the Golf & Grille.


Note: The events planned for our 2020 golf sea-

son are subject to the coronavirus restrictions in

place at the time of the event.

The BBV Golf Club provides opportunities to play for

all skill levels, from beginner to advanced, for men,

women, and couples that take place on weekdays and

weekends. Lessons are available to those just getting

started or those looking to improve their skills

through clinics and comprehensive lesson programs.

Juniors who want to learn, improve, or just play, are

encouraged to participate.

Club Life – Meet other golfers and have fun!

Meet other Village golfers, new and experienced, and

enjoy our beautiful golf course. Clubs include

• The Ladies Club,

• Men’s Club,

• Friday Night Couples,

• Scramble Club,

• Monday Money Club,

• a mid-week evening 9-hole club, and

• additional golf events and activities.

If you are new to golf or want to improve, we offer

classes and clinics. Most tournaments and clubs play a

shotgun start so all finish at the same time to enjoy

lunch, dinner, a beverage, and snacks at the end of the

round.

Golf After work

Come join the new Five & 9-hole Golf league on

Wednesday evenings at 5:30pm (show up by 5:15pm).

This is a friendly 9-hole competition and a GHIN is

not required. We encourage people who work during

the day and are unable to join the daytime golf clubs

to come out and have some fun playing some evening

golf with other fellow villagers. Individuals may bring a

guest and being a great golfer is not required.

There is no entry fee. Greens fees will need to be

paid online if you do not have a yearly membership.

Each week will be a different competition where you

will be golfing as an individual against another individu-

al or as a 2, 3 or 4 person team.

If you wish to join or have any question, please con-

tact Brian Claus at [email protected] or call me at

360-920-8261.

Ladies Club – Wed 9:30 am - Open to BBVGC

members with a GHIN handicap index, entry fee $5.

Men’s Club - Thurs 9 am - Open to BBVGC mem-

bers with a GHIN handicap index, entry fee $5.

Friday Night Couples - Fri 4:30 pm - Open to

members of the BBVGC and their guests.

Scramble Club – Mon 3:00 pm - Open to BBV resi-

dents, new golfers, those taking lessons, or golfers

with or without a GHIN handicap who want to play in

a scramble format, no entry fee.

Monday Money Game – Mon 9 am - Open to BBV

residents and guests with a GHIN handicap index.

Five & 9-hole Club – 5:30 pm tee time, GHIN

handicap not required, men and women, golf games.

Ladies Tuesday – 1:30 pm - Informal 9-hole scram-

ble, no entry fee. No pressure, just fun.

To find out more about the BBV Golf Club, go

to: www.bbvgolfclub.com

BBV GOLF CLUB

The BBV Golf Club promotes an organized golfing environment

created in the spirit of the game, open to men and women of all

experience and skill levels.


http://www.bbvgolfclub.com


BBV Mask Maker Extraordinaire - Melanie Shearer

Kudos and a huge ‘Thank You’ to Melanie for the 1,600 + health masks she has made since the need

was created by the Covid-19 pandemic. She has donated masks to the Blaine Food Bank, Blaine

Senior Center, and Family Care Network. Melanie is now offering masks to BBV residents in ex-

change for a donation to the Blaine Food Bank (non perishable food or monetary). Come to the

Clubhouse patio on August 6th from 1—3 pm to pick out your favorites (limit 2 masks per person).

Mix and match for that ‘marvelous masked’ look! And don’t forget to wear your current mask as

required by WA State Health Dept. and BBVCC. Sponsored by the Social Club

HELPING HANDS of Birch Bay Village The Social Club

If you are sick, recovering from surgery or otherwise need a tempo-

rary helping hand, contact Linda Bonomi at 206.276.3713 (cell) to ar-

range for equipment or a volunteer.

• Volunteers can provide meals, rides to medical appointments,

grocery shopping. Advance notice is needed.

• The Social Club Medical Equipment Locker offers short term

loans of used manual or transfer wheelchairs, shower & tub

transfer chairs, 2 & 4 wheel walkers, crutches, commodes & toi-

let risers, canes & 4’& 8’ ramps & more.

• We welcome donations of medical equipment in good condition.

Please donate or return equipment sanitized.

• To become a Helping Hands Volunteer contact Linda.

Welcome to New BBVCC Owners!!

The Social Club has a warm welcome

ready for all new owners in BBVCC.

Please contact Rhonda at 360-941-0906

for your special card, and a packet of use-

ful information on the Birch Bay & Blaine

areas.

Social Club Monthly Meeting— August 10th, 1 pm ZO

OM - Meeting ID: 899

Via ZOOM - Meeting ID: 899 7183 8325 Meeting ID: 899 7183 8325 Password: BBVSC

2020-2021 Social Club Officers

Chair, Sheryl Jensen 360-371-3505

Co-Chair, Ruth Balf, 206-919-8434

Co-Treasurers: Janet Sharp and Dawn Baker

Secretary: Judy Sullivan

Parade for BBV 2020 High School Seniors: See photos in this Bulletin

Ongoing Community Projects:

Social Club Breakfasts will resume when allowed by a future Phase

Stafholt Good Samaritan Center: We provide birthday gifts for residents each month

Blaine Food Bank—Bin located inside the Golf Grille—Note new location

Helping Hands - For BBV Residents—see article below

Welcome to New BBVCC Owners—contact info below

Upcoming Event: ‘Marvelous Masks’ Event on August 6th on the

BBV Clubhouse Patio from 1-3 PM. More info below.

Specializing in first time home buyers or buyers who are new to the area.


THANK YOU to Birch Bay Village

For over 10 years, the El Buen Pastor Fund board

has been holding an auction to benefit an orphanage

in Mexico. Birch Bay Village has been very support-

ive and hopefully has had a good time as well.

The Board decided in January that the auction had

run its course. Although, at that time we didn’t

know the impact COVID-19 would have on all of us,

therefore the auction would have been impossible to

hold anyway.

We would like everyone to know that the situation

with the orphanage still exists. They are still in need

of funds to continue the work they do for the kids.

They are, by the way, also in lock down, doing home

schooling, wearing masks, all 27 of them in one

space. They are all well at this point but then these

kids know how to survive and support each other.

Thank you for your past and current support.

From the El Buen Pastor Fund Board.

Melanie, Mary, Pam, Harry and Dorothy.

THANK YOU

OFFICE REMINDERS

During Phase 2, please remember:

Office Hours:

Monday—Thursday 8:30 am—4:30 pm

Phone Customer Service (360-371-7744)

• Email Customer Service

([email protected])

• Other by appointment

• No walk-ins at this time

Closed Fridays for Cleaning

Drop box is available anytime for forms, pay-

ments, other documents and are typically pro-

cessed the next business day.

Your patience is greatly appreciated as we work to

keep our staff and you safe during this time.

Bulletin items for the month of Sept need

to be submitted no later than

Friday, August 21.



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