The Hideabout August 2024 by The Hideout

FROM LARRY F R OTTEN

Community Manager’s Message FROM RICHARD YOCUM

Board President’s Message

It’s August already and the last full month of summer. Time just seems to fly by. As is usual this time of year, we have experienced a few very strong and damaging thunderstorms. I want to thank our Maintenance and Public Safety Departments for their tireless efforts to keep our roads clear and all of us safe.

In my July column, I mentioned that our proposed 2025 budget was being worked on. This process starts in spring and goes through a review process involving our department managers, Financial Manager, and Community Manager. After this process, the proposed budget goes to our Budget Committee for their review, adjustments, and recommendations to the Board. For those not familiar, the Budget Committee is composed of fellow Hideout members who review the current budget throughout the year as well as the proposed next year’s budget. I want to thank them for their tedious work and dedication.

This brings me to the proposed 2025 budget. As you are very much aware, we all have experienced a high rate of inflation in the last couple of years and the operation of The Hideout is no exception. At the conclusion of every year, we are audited, and the surplus/ deficit is applied to the year following the audit. Thus, the proposed 2025 budget includes funds to compensate for a deficit of $78,391 in 2023. Also, our bylaws require us to carry a $200,000 operating budget contingency fund. The reason for this fund is to cover unexpected increases in operating expenses. These include

general expenses such as oil, gas, propane, electric, insurances, postage, printing, paper, wages, etc. Due to unexpected inflationary pressures on the operating budget over the last few years, this fund has definitely come in handy. We must start to put money back into this fund and next year’s proposed budget will start to replenish it. The proposed 2025 budget has been difficult for everyone involved. But just remember this is only a proposed budget. I will be honest with you - this Board will have some difficult decisions ahead.

The proposed budget is included in this issue of The Hideabout and has been previously posted on our website at the mailboxes, Recreation, and Clubhouse, and POA office. The Board has a Budget Workshop at 1pm, August 9th downstairs at the POA office. As is usual with all Board Workshops, this is an opportunity for the Board to discuss items among themselves. While the public is invited to listen, comments and questions are not accepted. The Board of Directors has a scheduled community input on the budget meeting for 9am September 21st at the Lodge. This meeting is when members in good standing can ask their questions. Be well and stay safe.

Dear Members and Staff, We are already halfway through the summer of 2024. Hopefully the remaining summer weather will be kinder to us as we enjoy our beautiful community. Please remember to help us keep our amenities clean. Please check for all your personal items before leaving our beaches and buildings.

We had a very successful holiday week around the July 4th holiday. The weather cooperated with us for our outstanding fireworks display on the evening of July 6th, authorized by the Board of Directors. We were excited to see so many of our members and guests in attendance. We are so proud of the outstanding performance of our Public Safety, Maintenance, Food & Beverage, Recreation and Golf staff during one of our busiest holiday weeks.

We are so pleased that most of our members and guests adhered to The Hideout’s prohibition of unauthorized fireworks. We strictly prohibit unauthorized fireworks as they cause safety and nuisance issues. Violation of this rule carries significant fines.

This is the second year of operation for our newly renovated Tiki Bar overlooking beautiful Roamingwood Lake. It has become overwhelmingly popular with our members and guests. The Tiki Bar staff is outstanding and we are keeping our menus and beverage offerings fresh and exciting.

We are in the process of finalizing The

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Financial Corner

Theproposed 2025 budget has been posted in The Hideabout and in five other locations throughout The Hideout: our two mailbox locations, Recreation, The Clubhouse and at the POA. In addition, the proposed budget is available for viewing on our website.

The proposed dues increase is $155 annually, $12.91 monthly and $2.98 weekly. The updated annual dues amount for 2025 will be $2,225. Additional work and lengthy discussions went into developing the 2025 budget. Our #1 goal is to reduce the impact this increase has on our members while keeping the same services our members expect. Each department manager was tasked with containing costs and cutting back where possible without sacrificing the integrity of our buildings, equipment and services. Some of the factors that contributed to the increase this year were the Operations loss from 2023 of $78,391; the need to replenish our Operations Contingency Fund that was depleted from prior years’ losses; and the continuing battle with increased operating costs due to inflation. Our situation is certainly not unique as HOA’s across the country are facing the strain of increased costs, particularly with insurance, food

Hideout’s 2025 budget. The process has been challenging. We have reduced capital projects and are attempting to hold the line on costs for our members. Every day we feel the effects of increasing inflation. Although there has been a reduction in the cost of living, the cost for goods and services in The Hideout are very high at this time.

Voting opens on August 29th for the Board of Directors election. This year there are five candidates seeking to fill three Director positions. Once elected, Directors serve a three-year term commencing immediately upon the adjournment of the Annual Meeting of the Association on Sunday, October 6th 2024. Please learn as much as you can about the candidates and cast your votes in the upcoming election. Additional candidate information can be found in The Hideabout, and The Hideout website. The “Meet the Candidates” event will be held at the Main Lodge at 9am on Saturday, August 17th.

We hope you enjoy the rest of your summer and are able to relax and spend quality time with your family and friends. A special thank you to all of our employees who work tirelessly to keep The Hideout the premier Gold Star Homeowner’s Association in Northeast Pennsylvania.

DEBRA TRAMANTANO, FINANCIAL MANAGER

costs, fuel oil and salaries (to remain competitive). The inflation rate is still trending at 3.4% with no end in sight.

We begin the lengthy budget process in April which includes meeting with department managers to review their current budgets and needs for the following year. It then gets turned over to The Budget Committee, which had three separate meetings to review the proposed budget, make their recommendations and review revised projections. The next step in our budget process will occur on Friday, August 9th in which the Board will review the proposed budget and make their recommendations. The last step will occur on Saturday, September 21st where the Community will review the proposed budget and the Board will then vote to pass this new budget. We welcome and encourage every member to review the proposed budget and attend the review meeting should you have any questions.

THE HIDEABOUT NEWSPAPER

Published monthly for the members of the Property Owners Association of The Hideout, Inc.

Paige Almquist - Hideabout Editor (570) 698-4100, ext. 107 palmquist@thehideout.us

2023-2024 POA BOARD OFFICERS

Richard Yocum, President Andrew Miller, Vice President

Robert Trombley, Chair Robert Tressler II, Treasurer

Richard Guiffredo, Secretary Lou Delli Santi, Director

William Wagner, Director

Larry Frotten, Assistant Secretary

Jill Metschulat, Assistant Secretary

Debra Tramantano, Assistant Secretary

Caroline Mongelli, Assistant Secretary

THE HIDEOUT MANAGEMENT TEAM

Larry Frotten - Community Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 103 lfrotten@thehideout.us

Jill Metschulat - Assistant Community Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 122 jmetschulat@thehideout.us

Debra Tramantano - Financial Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 115 dtramantano@thehideout.us

Katie Beck - Human Resources Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 105 kbeck@thehideout.us

Paige Almquist - Community Relations Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 107 palmquist@thehideout.us

John Boandl - Recreation Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 163 jboandl@thehideout.us

Matthew Puzio - Public Safety Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 146 mpuzio@thehideout.us

Jack Wasilewski - Food & Beverage Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 159 jwasilewski@thehideout.us

Dennis Polhamus - Facilities Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 136 dpolhamus@thehideout.us

Paul Matarazzo - Environmental Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 120 pmatarazzo@thehideout.us

Michael Kline - Golf Course Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 186 mkline@thehideout.us

Kelly-Ann Vaccaro - Registration Supervisor (570) 698-4100, ext. 106 kvaccaro@thehideout.us

Donald Yocum - IT Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 110 dyocum@thehideout.us

Alex Lutzi - Golf Pro Shop Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 183 pro.shop@thehideout.us

Craig S. Rafaniello - Project Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 132 crafaniello@thehideout.us

Mark Rivezzi - Ski Hill Manager (570) 698-4100, ext. 173 mrivezzi@thehideout.us

Trash & Recycling Area Hours

Mondays through Fridays.....6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Saturdays & Sundays...........8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Facilities Corner

As the summer season continues to bring in warm weather and strong storms, The Hideout’s Public Works Department has been extremely busy keeping up with maintenance of The Hideout. Our team responds quickly to remove fallen trees in the roadway, cleaning the beaches and pools, making repairs to buildings when high winds cause damage, and working on the Community’s stormwater issues. Our dedicated team works late nights and early mornings to ensure The Hideout is fully operational.

This summer has been very busy, and the pools, beaches, parks and outdoor amenities are looking good. We encourage our members to venture around and enjoy these amenities. Members that notice any issues, please send an email to dpolhamus@thehideout. us so we can make repairs. The Hideout has 2,700 acres of land, and our team is busy maintaining our property daily; sometimes things get missed and we would like members to report issues so we can correct them quickly. Members with concerns or issues in regards to Maintenance can email Dennis at the email above.

The Hideout stormwater road crew continues to address The Hideout stormwater infrastructure. We have made significant improvements over the last few years and will continue to make improvements until The Hideouts stormwater infrastructure is at par. We do have a list of property issues that we are working on correcting, and with each storm that passes, more issues arise. This is a project that we will have budgeted for years to come, and each year we tackle each project with our members’ safety in mind. Most of the stormwater drainage ditches are lines with rip-rap stone instead of modified this helps to slow the water down to prevent road damage and erosion. The stone also adds some curb appeal and makes the drainage system more presentable. I would like to remind members that the drainage ditch, culvert pipe and swales located on

11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

members lots are the responsibility of the member to maintain. Please take some time to monitor your stormwater system and remove any debris which may block up your culvert pipe and cause unnecessary damage to your lot or your neighbors. Members with stormwater related concerns or questions can email crafaniello@thehideout.us or dpolhamus@thehideout.us. We will inspect your concern and work on a remediation plan with you.

Some of the projects for 2024 have been completed with only a few remaining for the year. The trash and recycling cover has been completed with the side curtains being installed soon. Line-striping has been completed, and The Hideout Public Works Department will be finishing up the parking lot lines and stop bars. The North Recreation pickle ball courts will be painted soon and this court will have six new pickle ball courts for our members to enjoy. The Main Pool was fully resurfaced and is looking amazing. The Tiki Bar deck extension is scheduled to start in the fall of 2024, and The Clubhouse deck replacement will start in late fall of 2024. The driving range will be up and running at the end of August (weather permitting) and this will be another amenity community members will be able to enjoy! Trash and recycling hours of operation are Monday through Friday 6am-8pm, Saturday and Sunday 8am-8pm. Bulk garbage hours of operation are Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 11am-12:30pm. Members in good standing can pick up their bulk garbage passes from the POA office TuesdaySaturday 8am-3pm. Members with any question or to obtain their passes can contact the Hideout Facilities Admin mptakowski@thehideout.us or by calling 570-698-4100 ext. 125.

FROM J ACK W ASILEWSKI , F OOD & B

Food & Beverage Corner

To our valued members: August is here. We continue to encourage our members to enjoy the sun and fun at the Tiki bar and Beach Snack Bar. The Tiki Bar continues to operate Thursdays thru Mondays 12:00pm to 9:00pm and the Snack Bar is open 7 days a week 10:00am to 5:00pm. At the clubhouse we are again featuring the full menu with the addition of deli sandwiches. All your favorites are back: Potstickers, Quesadillas, Crab Rangoon , The Fried Potato Corner, The Jack & Jam Burger, The Tiki Burger, and our 10oz strip steak to name a few. We thank you for your patience while

we re-staffed and trained our newest and current clubhouse kitchen staff. Entertainment continues each week on either Friday or Saturday at the Pub as well as Trivia every other Thursday evening. The Lodge will be the setting for entertainment in the form of a Murder Mystery on Saturday August 3rd. So, please come and enjoy what August has to offer with the family and with the kids before they all go back to school.

FROM KELLY ANN-VACCARO, REGISTRATION SUPVR Registration Corner

With members, guests and tenants coming to enjoy The Hideout during this last month of summer, please take full advantage of the wonderful amenities our community has to offer. Whether you decide to pick up a copy of The Hideabout Extra, or view the events calendar on our website (hideoutassoc. com), you will not be disappointed with all of the exciting activities and events our Recreation Department has planned for you throughout the month!

If you have yet to update your member photo ID or guest amenity badges, please remember we will need your updated Membership Information form prior to receiving any 2024 stickers. In order to be issued a 2024 vehicle sticker, the registration(s) on file must be current and up-to-date. Please keep in mind the vehicle registration(s) given during the previous year’s renewal period may only be utilized if the expiration date of the copy we already have on file has not been expired.

FROM AL LUTZI, PRO SHOP MANAGER, Pro Shop Corner

The sticker assigned to your vehicle must be affixed to the inside of the windshield on the passenger side, upper most righthand corner, below the AS1 tint barrier. If you do not have a vehicle sticker, a hanging pass must be obtained from the Public Safety gate and displayed in the vehicle when parking at any of the amenities. Failure to display a 2024 windshield vehicle sticker or a temporary hanging pass while parked on premise will result in a citation.

The Registration Department is open Tuesday through Saturday, 8am to 4pm, and can be contacted at 570-698-4100 extension 0. As always, I would like to thank the ladies in Registration: Barb, Terry and Florence for all of their hard work and dedication put forward for our membership!

POA Office Hours:

2024 began on a positive note, with the exception of a later-than-usual start to the season. We have a large assortment of clothing, clubs and balls in stock at very reasonable prices. Plans are going forward to install the driving range near the camp grounds. Construction is now underway.

The Hideout Sons and Daughters of Italy Tournament was a huge success. We had 75 golfers participate. The Thursday Night Men’s League and the Tuesday Morning Men’s League are in full-swing. The Monday and Friday’s Women’s Leagues have also started.

The Drafts Tournament was held on June 29th. It was a sellout and a huge success. The H.D.A. Tournament is scheduled for Saturday, July 27th. We have reinstituted the Play for Pink Tournament. It will be held on Saturday, August 3rd. This is a 9-hole event. We are looking for hole sponsors. A Bronze Sponsorship is $50, a Silver Sponsorship is $75, a Gold Sponsorship is $100+. Breakfast starts at 8am, and the shotgun start is at 9am with a luncheon to follow.

Additional Tournament dates are:

-Club ChampionshipsSaturday, August 10th

-First-round Senior ChampionshipsSaturday August 17th

-Help a Hero – Saturday, September 14th (9-hole event)

-Ciampa/Miles Fall Classic – Saturday, September 21st

All tournaments are on a first come basis. Sign up dates begin 30 days prior to the tournament date.

Carts are now mandatory on weekend and holidays until the Labor Day weekend. Remember to fill in your divot marks on the fairways. Fix your ball marks on the greens and rake the sand traps. Follow cart rules of the day. Most of all, have fun out there.

FROM PAIGE ALMQUIST, COMMUNITY RELATIONS MANAGER Communications Corner

FROM JOHN BOANDL, RECREATION MANAGER

Recreation Corner

As we make our way through summer, I'd like to send a huge thank you to our summer staff. It takes a lot of people to open our pools, beaches, camps, mini golf, and all other amenities, in addition to preparing summer events. This could not be possible without such an amazing staff. These staff members often sacrifice weekends, holidays, and much of their own time to make everything possible in The Hideout.

I also want to thank the Maintenance and Public Safety Departments for helping us open and maintain all amenities.

Lifeguards undergo certification tests, recertifications, and refresher courses to make sure the pools and beaches are safe during the summer. They too sacrifice a lot of weekends and holidays to ensure that safe envionment at our beaches and pools

Summer camps are in full swing with a record number of campers. As campers make their way through summer, it is clear that it is turning out to be a memorable one for both campers and staff.

Please keep a look out for our third “Concert on the Hill” this summer. It will be Saturday, August 3rd featuring the band Encore. I would like to thank Kartune and Nowhere Slow for putting on great performances at our previous Concert on the Hill events. We also had record numbers in attendance. It was so nice to see that many community members show up and have such a great time.

So far it has been a successful summer and we are already looking forward to next year.

The Hideout’s charm and intangible allure never cease to amaze me. I’ve always felt that there is this magic to our community that can only be found within the gates of our special “Hideout.” One would think after so many years, that some of the magic would where off, but it really hasn’t. I have, however, finally decoded a little piece of that Hideout Spell. Now they say magicians are never supposed to reveal their secrets… but I am an extrovert, a socializer, and a chatterbox. I am not a magician. And while working through my first summer here as Community Relations manager, I have gotten a chance to peek behind the curtain! What did I find in the shadows you ask?

A team of very dedicated employees across multiple departments! Each department plays its part, waving their wands and casting their spells. The Recreation crew has done an incredible job keeping our calendars packed with active and engaging options, while the Food and Beverage team make it almost too easy for us to indulge and relax; luring us in week after week with fun new food and drink specials.

In fact, there has been so much going on this season, I've brewed up a little visual riddle for you to solve. Page 57 of this paper looks like a whacky collection of images at a glance, but each image is actually a snippet from a Hideout Amenity

or Event. If you think you can find all the images and what they are from, email a list to media@thehideout. us. First entry to uncover all the magic wins a prize.

Happy Hunting!

While my department does not make magic of it's onw we do strive to get the details of every "Hideout Happening" to you. My goal is to empower you and your family with all the resources possible, so that you can conjure up memories and magic of your own . Via this paper, our website, Facebook, Instagram, Channel 920, and The Hideabout Extra, I hope you feel equipped with all the tools neccessary; but if you ever have questions or suggestions, please do not hesitate to email or call me directly. I am happy to share any magic spells I have on hand! In fact, if you have any interest in finding new ways to get our magic potions out into the community, please consider joining the Communications Committee! We are actively looking for new members! Applications can be found on our website, or stop by my office or the POA for a hard copy.

And again, "Happy Hunting" on page 57!

Public Safety Corner

We have seen an increase in bicycle safety incidents. Please help us by following some of the safety tips and laws provided below cited from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. All rules and regulations apply on all Hideout Roadways and Amenity Lots.

• Motor vehicles must allow 4 feet of distance when overtaking a bicycle and travel at a careful and prudent speed. It is the motorist’s responsibility to provide this distance, not that of the cyclist.

• If you use your bike between sunset and sunrise, it must be equipped with a front lamp and rear and side reflectors that are visible from at least 500 feet. This is both to help other motorists see you and also to illuminate your path.

• Your bike must be equipped with brakes that will stop the bike 15 feet from an initial speed of 15 mph on dry, level pavement.

• Bikes are required to be equipped with a bell or equivalent signal device.

• All traffic signals must be obeyed in accordance with standard vehicle laws. If a traffic signal does not detect your bicycle, try positioning the bicycle directly over the saw cuts in the pavement that detect vehicles. If the signal still does not detect you, you may treat the red signal as a stop sign and proceed through the intersection after yielding to all intersecting traffic (including pedestrians).

• To signal a left turn, extend the left hand and arm horizontally.

• To signal a right turn, extend the right hand and arm horizontally, or extend your left hand and arm upward.

• To signal a stop or decrease in speed, extend the left hand and arm downward.

**HELMET SAFETY** PLEASE FOLLOW THE LAW TO HELP OUR CHILDREN RIDE SAFE!

Anyone under the age of 12 must wear a helmet when riding a bicycle. This applies to anyone operating the bicycle, riding

as a passenger, or riding in an attached restraining seat or trailer. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation strongly recommends that all bicyclists wear helmets whenever they ride.

Here's a quick review or "pre-flight checklist" of important safety tips to be mindful of for every ride... both within and outside of The Hideout!

• Always wear a helmet. Pennsylvania law requires all cyclists under age 12 to wear an approved bicycle helmet.

• Obey traffic laws.

• Obey stop signs and red lights.

• Never ride against the flow of traffic.

1. Be predictable:

• Ride in a straight line with at least one hand on the handlebars.

• Check to be sure your path is clear, and change directions without swerving.

• Use hand signals to indicate when you are turning.

2. Make yourself visible:

• Consider wearing bright cycling clothes.

• Put reflectors on your wheels and on the front and rear of your bike.

• At night, a front light and rear reflector are required.

3. Maintain your bike:

• Carry a pump, a patch kit and a spare tube.

4. Take care of yourself:

• Carry plenty of drinking water and snacks for energy.

• Bring your cellphone in case of an emergency.

While bike riding throughout these summer months can be a fun activity and means of transportation for both children and adults; it can quickly turn into a dangerous scenario if the proper equipment and precautions are ignored. Please take a few minutes to review these with all the bicyclists in your family to ensure a smooth and SAFE ride.

The Speed Limit in The Hideout is 25 MPH unless otherwise posted

HIDEOUT PHONE NUMBERS

(570) 630-3700

Front Desk (570) 630-3703

Larry Frotten, Community Manager (570) 630-3704

Gina Colazingari, HR Generalist (570) 630-3705

Katie Beck, Human Resources Manager (570) 630-3706

Kelly-Ann Vaccaro, Registration Supvr. (570) 630-3707

Paige Almquist, Community Relations Manager (570) 630-3708

(570) 630-3709

(570) 630-3710

(570) 630-3711

Tina Fairfax, Administrative Assistant

Caroline Mongelli, Executive Assistant

IT Department

Katrina Wehrmann, Accounts Payable (570) 630-3712

Francine Spinelli, Revenue Auditor (570) 630-3715

Debra Tramantano, Financial Manager (570) 630-3717

Dennis Polhamus, Facilites Manager (570) 630-3720

Matt Puzio, Public Safety Manager (570) 630-3721

John Boandl, Recreation Manager (570) 630-3722

Maintenance (570) 630-3723

Facilities Department

(570) 630-3724

Jill Metschulat, Asst. Community Manager (570) 630-3725

Paul Matarazzo, Environmental Manager (570) 630-3726

Jack Wasilewski, Food & Beverage Manager (570) 630-3728

Public Safety Patrol Room (570) 630-3729

Ski Hill Operations Manager (570) 630-3730

(570) 630-3731

(570) 630-3732

Clubhouse Bar

Clubhouse Hostess

Brett Schumacher, Main Lodge (570) 630-3733

(570) 630-3734

(570) 630-3735

(570) 630-3736

(570) 630-3737

(570) 630-3738

Recreation Main Desk

Ceramics Area Nubia Malkin Art Center

Fitness Center

Golf Pro Shop Desk

North Gate

Main Gate

Articles must be submitted by the fifteenth of the month. Submit all material to: The Hideabout Editor, 640 The Hideout, Lake Ariel, PA 18436. For advertising rates, contact Paige Almquist at (570) 6303707. The Hideabout published monthly, serves over 4,100 Hideout property owners. Articles do not necessarily represent the views of The Hideout POA. The Editor reserves the right to reject any advertising or articles for publication. Also, the acceptance of advertisements does not constitute endorsement by The Hideout POA for any advertisement of any business, products, and/ or services. The Hideout is not responsible beyond the cost of advertising for any advertising errors. Ad proofs are developed by The Hideabout for use in The Hideabout Newspaper only. The advertiser does not have the right to reproduce the ad in any other place or publication. Any concerns with ads placed in The Hideabout Newspaper must be addressed by the fifteenth of the publication month. Thank you. ■

FOOD & BEVERAGE: Lakeside Venues

TIKI B AR

TEEZERS

Peel & Eat Shrimp $14

Half pound of chilled, old bay dusted, shell on shrimp served with a lemon wedge & cocktail sauce

Steamed Clams $16

Served with melted butter and a lemon wedge

Mango Salsa & Chips $8

House made Mango salsa served with tortilla chips

* Add guacamole $2.50 *

Voodoo Wings $16

Ten Crispy Chicken Wings. Choice of Buffalo, Hot, Mild, Teriyaki, Sweet Chili, BBQ or Honey Mustard sauce served with celery

Bacon Ranch Dip $12

Served chilled with tortilla chips

Shredded Chicken Nachos $14

Crispy tortilla chips, velvety Queso, shredded chicken,lettuce, tomato, onion and jalapenos. Served with sour cream and salsa

Coconut Shrimp $10

Six crispy coconut shrimp served with a pineapple jalapeno marmalade

Hummus $12

Served with grilled flat bread

GREENS

Pineapple Cucumber Salad $12

Fresh pineapple chunks, cucumber, red onion, bell pepper cilantro

Tossed Salad $7

Fresh greens, cucumber, tomato, red onion Greek Salad $12

Feta cheese, cucumber red onions, Kalamata Olives, mint. Served on a bed of greens

Shrimp Tacos $14

Three flour tortillas stuffed with shrimp, lettuce and tomato. Served with salsa and sour cream

Marshall's Island Wrap $12

Fried chicken, cheddar cheese, lettuce and green goddess dressing

French Dip $13

Boar's head roast beef dipped in Au Jus and topped with melted Swiss. Served on a Brioche Bun

Cheese Burger Sliders $12

Three mini burgers with American Cheese

Shredded Chicken Wrap $13

Shredded seasoned chicken, lettuce, pepper jack cheese and bacon

Asian Pepper Steak $18

Marinated grilled beef, peppers and onions kabob. Served over rice and garnished with chow mien noodles

Teriyaki Bowl $17

Grilled teriyaki chicken, garnished with sesame seeds and scallions. Served over rice

Vegetarian Burrito Bowl $15

Grilled Tofu, onions and peppers with black beans. Topped with lettuce and tomato. Served over rice

Chicken Tender Basket $15

Served with fries

Coconut Shrimp Basket $13

Served with fries SIDES

Sweet Potato Fries $7

French Fries $5

Individual obtaining a temporary hanging pass, at any of our gates, must provide the officer:

1. a valid state driver’s license

2. a valid state vehicle registration

3. a license plate number

Members are encouraged to please advise their guests, contractors, or invitees entering The Hideout of this policy.

• Decks, Carports, Docks

• Kitchens & Baths

• Roof Repair

• Popcorn Ceilings-Sheetrock

• Drainage Problems

• Ceiling Fans Installed

• Sewage Pump Emergency Service

• Yard Clean-ups

• Locks Installed

• Basements Finished

• Screened Porches

• Weekly Home Inspections

• Masonry Work & Foundations

• Pressure Washing

• Tree Work & Log Splitting

• Marble & Tile Work

• Rain Gutter Installation

• Painting & Staining

• Landlord House Maintenance

• Skylights Installed

• Vinyl Siding

• Gravel & Driveway Lighting

• Sliding Doors Added

• Landscaping & Lawn Care

• Excavating & Backhoe Work

• Waterproofing Basements

Hideout Book Club

The Book Club meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 4:00pm in the library located on the 2nd floor of the Recreation Center. At this month's meeting, on 8/15, the club will be selecting books for the 24-25 season. The Club tries to select a variety of genres, novels, historic, biography, sci-fi, etc. All members are invited to bring one or two recommendations to present to the group. Not a member but interested? Please come!

New Members are always welcome!

Running in the 2024 Board of Directors Election

RICHARD (RICK) YOCUM

Hello Hideout members,

My name is Richard Yocum, and I am running for re-election to your Hideout Board of Directors. I grew up and lived on Long Island, NY. I met my wife Beth during high school and this year we will be celebrating our 52nd wedding anniversary. We raised three wonderful children and have been blessed with six beautiful grandchildren. I worked for Nabisco/Mondelez in the sales division for 43 years before retiring. We purchased our home in the Hideout in 2013 and in 2014 we made The Hideout our permanent home. After moving here full time, the first thing I did was to take advantage of the Dog Park amenity with our goldendoodle Dolly. Since I

was a regular there, I was asked to take over filling the doggie bag dispensers. I agreed. And even though we recently lost Dolly after 10 years, I still enjoy going there and filling up the doggie bags and tennis balls. That was the beginning of my involvement in our beautiful community. It wasn’t long before I then joined the Recreation and Governing Documents Committees and became a regular attendee at Board meetings. I joined the Garden Club 8 years ago and currently serve as its President. Being new to The Hideout, I viewed getting involved as a way to meet new people and keeping informed of what is going on in The Hideout.

In April of 2019, I was appointed by The

Hideout Board of Directors to fill a Board vacancy for the next 2 and a half years. In October of 2021, I was elected to a full 3-year term as a member of your Hideout Board. Since joining the Board, I’ve been Board liaison to many of our committees. These included Budget, Food and Beverage, Parks and Recreation, and currently Long Range Planning, Forestry and Wildlife, and Governing Documents committees. After my first year as a Board Director, the Board chose me as their Treasurer for 1 year, Board Chair for 3 consecutive years, and this year as Board President. I do have to thank the Board for their confidence in me by placing me in those officer positions.

I am asking for your vote this September.

I have a strong record of being involved in and committed to our community through committees, the Garden Club and as a member of your Board of Directors. I will always look for ways to save money to keep dues as low as possible, but never by sacrificing the safety, financial integrity and need to maintain our community.

Sincerely, Richard (Rick) Yocum

2024 Board of Directors Election Newsletter Questions for Board Candidates

1. What unique skills and abilities will you bring to the Board of Directors? How do you feel those skills and abilities will positively benefit the community going forward?

When I was working, I always enjoyed working with others on a project. Working as a team to accomplish a common goal can be personally rewarding. I have found the same thing to be true as a member of The Hideout Board. I find it very rewarding to work together with the goal being for the betterment of the Hideout. We all come from different backgrounds and life experiences. This gives each of us different perspectives and opinions on various issues. The key is to keep an open mind and listen to what others are saying. Someone else may actually have a better solution. When I served as Board Chair, that is how I thought. Whether it was during a Board discussion or accepting comments from the membership everyone is entitled to their opinion and respect. There have been times when, during a Board meeting, a member would question the wording of a resolution. I would allow a Board motion to amend the resolution or table it.

One of the realities of being a Hideout Board member is accepting that you are only one person with one vote. Anything the Board decides or votes on requires a majority vote. Of course, the objective is to have everyone in agreement. But in reality, that does not always happen and it’s important to respect that.

2. Infrastructure, capabilities and amenities are often in competition for material resources. What are your priorities in terms of these areas, and how would you prioritize expenditures?

We have pools, beaches, tennis and pickleball courts, ski hill, recreation and art centers, golf course, etc. Also, there is a Lodge, Clubhouse and Ski Lodge. The trick, is how to prioritize an amenity

improvement. First, all our amenities must be evaluated by what is needed for the safety of our members, our staff, and the structural integrity of an amenity itself. Once the safety concerns are addressed then our second priority must be maintaining what we already have in place. This can include everything from replacing old equipment in the fitness center to roof replacements. While safety and maintenance priorities need to be addressed, the result may not always be visible to our members. Once the safety and maintenance concerns are addressed, then we can get to the fun stuff. By fun stuff, I mean improving an amenity by expanding its use for the benefit of the membership. There are many amenities that would benefit from an improvement. An example is the recently expanded Tiki Bar. This was a very successful project. So much so that we will be expanding it again. Another possibility is to enclose one or both porches at the clubhouse to accommodate more member usage. While these and other ideas are great, I feel we should be improving an underused amenity which we already have. One such amenity is the ski hill. The ski hill and tube run are a great amenity when mother nature cooperates in the winter. However, this amenity sits mainly vacant for the rest of the year. We could make this area a warm weather destination. We already have the magic carpet at the tube run. Why don’t we use it for a tube run in the warm weather. They make removable tracks or runners. These can be installed, and they will accommodate the tubes we already have. Another opportunity is up at Laurel Park. We have campsites, RV spots, boat and trailer storage that could benefit from an upgrade and expansion.

3. What interests you in running for the Board of Directors, and which aspect of the Board interests you the most? If elected, what main objective do you see yourself improving on for

the community?

From the moment Beth and I settled into our home here, we knew the Hideout was a special place. If we are sitting outside and Public Safety passes by, we say “this is why we live here”. If we are at a pool, beach, tiki bar or ski hill, we say “this is why we live here”. I can say that phrase over and over at all the many amenities The Hideout offers us as members. Being able to continue to say “this is why we are here” is my reason for running for the Board of Directors.

Since being a member of your Board I have learned how complex running a community of 3600 homes really is. There are many moving parts that need to be coordinated and what keeps all those parts moving is the budget. Putting the budget together is what interests me the most. Over the last few years your Board of Directors has focused on maintaining and repairing our amenities. Almost all our buildings have new roofs and vinyl siding. The interior of the Lodge has been totally redone and the Art Center freshened up. We have replaced old and worn equipment. Provided new equipment to allow our staff to be more efficient and tackle projects without hiring outside contractors. Maintenance of our facilities and amenities must always be the number one priority of our capital budgets. The proper compensation of our staff must always be a priority of our operational budget. However, once we get caught up with the needed major maintenance expenses for our community, we can look forward to expanding and even adding to the amenities enjoyed by our membership. Bringing the budget to a point where we can afford to add to our experiences in The Hideout is my main objective.

4. As a Board member, how would you help to improve transparency and communication with the membership? Are there individual issues that you as a member have felt are difficult to

learn about, what are they, and what in your background would lead to success in working with your fellow Board members and the professional staff in improving transparency and communication?

Before being on the Board I heard members say, “improve transparency and communication”. Since being on the Board I can honestly say I don’t hear that phrase as much. I was Chair of the Board for 3 years in a row. As Chair part of my responsibilities was setting up the meeting agendas and running the meetings. One of the first things we did, when I was Chair, was instituting the use of Zoom for all public meetings of the Board of Directors. While we always like to see you personally at a meeting, this afforded the membership the opportunity to attend, view, and participate in public meetings of the Board from wherever they happened to be. Next, we started posting the agenda on our website at least one day before a public Board meeting. All our Department Managers have a column in our newspaper “The Hideabout” to provide information. All Department Managers attend our Board meetings and can answer questions. The minutes from all Board meetings are published in The Hideabout. We use email blasts to update the community on events and important news. We on the Board and our professional staff do our best to provide multiple lines of communication. Any suggestions on how we can improve this, please let us know. But communication is a two-way street. Members also have a responsibility to stay informed. So, attend meetings, read The Hideabout and Hideabout Extra, read the email blasts, and ask questions at meetings. Above all, if you have any questions, please give us a call. The phone number of all department staff is published in The Hideabout. By doing this, you won’t get any snarky answers like on Facebook.

Running in the 2024 Board of Directors Election

EDWARD (ED) ESPOSITO

My name is Ed Esposito, and I am seeking your vote for a seat on the Board of Directors. I am happily married to my wife of 14 years and have two wonderful children. I have been coming to the Hideout since 2007 as a guest of my in-laws and fell in love with this community and all it has to offer. My wife and I made a decision when we ultimately purchased a second home in 2018 that we wanted to be in this community. I have been active in the Hideout community and utilize a large number of the amenities that we have. In 2021, I was honored to be selected as a member of the Long-Range Planning Committee and later voted Chairperson for 2022 and again in 2023. As my retirement from public service quickly approaches, I am seeking to serve the Hideout community in a more hands-on role on the Board of Directors.

My intent is simple: I want to ensure that we manage our association utilizing a whole-community approach that is transparent, inclusive and sustainable –now, and for the future.

Professional Experience

I have been a full-time law enforcement officer for more than 24 years and hold the rank of Captain in one of the largest law enforcement agencies in New Jersey.

I am a Certified Public Manager, Certified Emergency Manager and have attended courses in the field of public administration on topics ranging from public procurement and budgeting to leadership to managing volunteers. I have experience serving on boards and committees including labor unions, a multi-jurisdictional mitigation committee and a local emergency planning council. I also have extensive experience writing and managing millions of dollars in grants that were awarded. I have managed special projects, including the construction

of a new building, communications infrastructure (towers, WiFi, complex networks) improvements and capital equipment/vehicle acquisitions. I have successfully negotiated long-term lease agreements that resulted in new annual revenue and managed circuit consolidation projects that reduced annual operating costs.

My private-sector experience includes the operation of two privately held companies based in New Jersey that were established in 2016 and 2018. Through acquisition, efficient management and constant innovation, the companies now provide unparalleled in-person, online, digital and print educational services utilized by personnel in more than 200 agencies throughout the NJ/NY metropolitan area.

Why I want to Serve on the Board of Directors

When I think of the Hideout, I think of how great this community is, how great the members are and how many possibilities we have. We as a community must sustain what we have while balancing the vision of the community as set forth in our covenants and bylaws.

One community – endless possibilities! What does the HIDEOUT mean to me and why do I want to serve on the board?

Home

Innovation

Dynamic

Efficiency

Onward

Unity

Transparency

Home

Although I do not live in the Hideout fulltime, I still consider this community part of my home. I feel there needs to be a balance on the board to represent the

interests of everyone who is a member. After all, if you are a member, the Hideout is your home regardless of how many days you spend here each year. To make this point, if you were to visit your parents after you moved out, wouldn’t you still consider it home?

Innovation

I see innovation as our community’s method for introducing new ideas, plans, methodologies, services and products. Although every idea that exists may not become a reality, I will work on a way to ensure that the ideas of our members can be submitted, reviewed and responded to. I will work to ensure that we have our existing plans, methods and services reviewed to determine if any changes are needed.

Dynamic

We need to be dynamic in our management style and I will be a strong advocate of this. In my opinion, a continuous and productive approach to change must be on-going and consistent. I will ensure that our management team is evaluating trends in technology, finance and recreation along with other areas so that we can be proactive. I feel that our community could be a leader in our region by placing quality, high-speed WiFi throughout our amenities. I would also use my past experience to assist in completing the cell tower project.

Efficiency

Efficiency is about making the best possible use of available resources and I will seek improvements with accountability. The amenities and services offered in our community are very important. While I will not support a reduction in services, I will seek solutions to make the operations more efficient. I believe that efficiency is critical to being able to sustain what we have and

improve what we have in the most fiscally responsible way.

Onward

If elected, I will keep our community moving onward and toward a better condition or higher-level. I am very proud of our community as is, but I want to seek improvements that will ultimately have a positive impact on the value of our properties and homes. I will advocate for advancements that move our community forward as opposed to just maintaining the status quo.

Unity

We are all members of the Hideout and we are all in this together. Being unified as a community is very important to me. I will work with the members of our community to strengthen partnerships or guide collaboration so that two opposing viewpoints result in one great solution. As a community we should not create boundaries or engage in actions that do not strengthen our partnerships or relationships, both internally and externally.

Transparency

Being transparent is critical to ensuring trust within any community. If elected, I will ensure the level of transparency between the community, the board and management is significantly increased. I feel that knowledge is power, and that some information is available but not distributed. Ensuring the availability and exchange of appropriate information will further engage our members too.

2024 Board of Directors Election Newsletter Questions for Board Candidates

1. What unique skills and abilities will you bring to the Board of Directors? How do you feel those skills and abilities will positively benefit the community going forward?

I have more than 24 years of diverse public-sector and private-sector professional experience with a majority of it being in managerial and leadership positions. I have attended a variety of courses in the field of public administration on topics ranging from budgeting to leadership to managing volunteers. I am highly organized, have extensive planning experience and possess a wide-range of communications infrastructure and IT expertise.

I would use my skills and abilities to analyze our operations to ensure they are run in the most efficient manner possible. We can realize savings from reducing redundant tasks, monitoring trends in the

use of our amenities and evaluating the needs of our members in comparison to what is currently available within the Hideout. I would also use my experience and knowledge of communications infrastructure and IT to make the cell tower project a reality along with high-speed WiFi at amenities.

2. Infrastructure, capabilities and amenities are often in competition for material resources. What are your priorities in terms of these areas, and how would you prioritize expenditures?

I would approach this by balancing these priorities with the use of proper planning, analysis and the impact on the community. Any expenditures that could negatively affect the safety or health of our members, employees or visitors would receive the highest priority.

3. What interests you in running for the Board of Directors, and which aspect

of the Board interests you the most? If elected, what main objective do you see yourself improving on for the community?

I am interested in proactively preparing our community for the future. I want to make sure we have the best and most updated amenities possible. I also want to have our infrastructure evaluated and have a plan developed that will map out future capital improvements. Doing so will help us budget for large projects in the future.

4. As a Board member, how would you help to improve transparency and communication with the membership? Are there individual issues that you as a member have felt are difficult to learn about, what are they, and what in your background would lead to success in working with your fellow Board members and the professional staff in improving transparency and communication?

As a member, I have had difficulty at times determining what items were up for consideration before the board or what projects were under consideration in advance of a final decision being made. To improve transparency, I would advocate for the meeting agendas to be circulated well in advance of each meeting and would ensure that attending via Zoom remains an option. I also want to pursue significant upgrades in the equipment that is used for virtual meetings as members struggle to effectively attend meetings virtually. I also want to improve communication between the board and membership by allowing members to ask questions or make comments about our community at a “listening session” or “town hall” style meeting. This will also allow the board, management and the members to interact in a very transparent manner outside of the regularly scheduled meeting.

Running in the 2024 Board of Directors Election

MARGARET (MARGIE) CONLON

My name is Margie Conlon. My husband Dale and I purchased our home in The Hideout in 2010. We moved here on a fulltime basis in August of 2019. I retired in June of 2018 after 22 years working in accounts payable for Military Car Sales located in Woodbury, LI. We have two sons who are both very successful and

have families of their own. We have four beautiful grandchildren.

I am presently in my second year as president of the Hideout Adult Social Group. This is a social club for residents from the age of 40 and older. I have chaired many events for the HASG and

the main goal is to meet new people have lots of fun in doing so. If you are not a member, I encourage you to join the HASG. Dale and I have made so many wonderful friends since we joined in 2018. My husband and I truly enjoy living in the Hideout. If elected, I look forward to working with the present POA Board to keep The Hideout moving in a positive direction by making sound, fiscally responsible decisions.

2024 Board of Directors Election Newsletter Questions for Board Candidates

1. What unique skills and abilities will you bring to the Board of Directors? How do you feel those skills and abilities will positively benefit the community going forward?

My ability to see the glass half full rather than half empty has helped me navigate through crucial decision making. I try to have a positive attitude and listen to all sides of as issue. It seems to me that many are quick to come to conclusions without hearing or verifying all the facts. I will seek out information before making a decision.

2. Infrastructure, capabilities and amenities are often in competition for material resources. What are your priorities in terms of these areas, and how would you prioritize expenditures? Both a sound infrastructure and enjoyable

My name is Mike Hanbury. My wife and I have been visiting the Hideout on and off for the past 14 years, and totally fell in love with this community and all the people we met along the way. In 2021 it was time to retire, and it was an easy decision where we would end up. In June of 2021 we bought our forever home here in the Hideout as full -time residents and never looked back. I am not running for the Board of Directors to push an agenda, but to work hand in hand with the existing Board and future Board members to ensure this community remains the Gold Star community my wife and I fell in love with so long ago.

My wife and I were married in November of 1979, had our house built and started a

amenities are crucial to the Hideout. As we all know, there is only so much capital to go around. I will listen to the managers and committee requests and work with the board to come to a decision that will benefit all.

3. What interests you in running for the Board of Directors, and which aspect of the Board interests you the most? If elected, what main objective do you see yourself improving on for the community?

Because Dale and I so enjoy our retirement here, I feel a sense of gratitude and commitment to this community. I truly want the Hideout to continue to thrive and grow for all residents and those future families that decide to live here in the Hideout. Dale and I have been married over 50 years and have been fiscally responsible.

We both worked very hard and raised our sons to be responsible adults. We have had some challenges along the way, but, making sound fiscal decisions has helped us meet those challenges successfully. If elected, I will work with the board and the community to keep the Hideout the desirable community that it is. I believe that we can all agree that we want the Hideout to continue to be a beautiful, welcoming community.

MICHAEL (MIKE) HANBURY

family. We were blessed with a son in 1982 and a daughter 5 years later in 1987, both our greatest accomplishments.

I was in management my whole professional career, starting out 46 years ago as a Job site supervisor, for a Communications sales, service and installation company, which later divested into a Communications and Data Networking firm. During the early years I traveled all over the country supervising and installing large installations, from Boston to Detroit to Sacramento and back.

As time went by my responsibilities grew and I was promoted to Operations Manager, responsible for the hiring and furloughing of field technicians as well as the day-to-day scheduling of work. During

the 1990’s I was again Promoted to Vice President of Operations and was trained in a host of Communication platforms as well as Novel, Cisco, and Microsoft. I became proficient in reading schematics, architectural plans and the bidding of small to large projects.

During the 2000’s I was promoted to Vice President of the Corporation, and got involved with sales of large projects, the ordering of material and managing office personal. A position I held until I retired in June of 2021.

Since moving to the Hideout, I have been a member of the HASG, HASG Golf Leage, Hideout Bowling league, and the local Knights of Columbus.

communication?

I am a firm believer in transparency and communication. As president of the HASG I try to be very transparent and I am always ready to hear the ideas and comments from the HASG board and members. I will be available to speak with any resident who may have a concern. If I am not able to address an issue at that moment, please know that I will not rest until I have the necessary information needed to respond accordingly. I really do not believe one can be successful unless one is open to ideas and suggestions of those around you. In the end, all want the same outcome, a beautiful thriving community. I hope to achieve that goal in concert with the POA board, the community managers, the staff and the residents.

As you can see, I am a highly motivated hard worker that does not like standing on the sidelines. I have always jumped in and worked well with others, I feel my 46 years of managerial experience, my understanding of schematics, and architectural drawings can be instrumental to the Board of Directors and the community as a whole.

I would appreciate your vote, so together we can keep this community a great place to live.

2024 Board of Directors Election Newsletter Questions for Board Candidates

1. What unique skills and abilities will you bring to the Board of Directors? How do you feel those skills and abilities will positively benefit the community going forward?

I Have 43 years of managerial experience, in 1978 starting as a field supervisor managing as many as 30 technicians at a time. I was responsible for planning and

running many projects from New York to Sacramento and back. As the years went by, I was trained in the Communications and Data industries. During my tenure

I have had extensive knowledge of the everyday working of a large company, in the field, the office, and as Vice President.

I have been trained to read schematics and architectural drawings and I am proficient in preparing and responding to Bids. I feel

my extensive managerial experience, my Communication and Data Training coupled with the working knowledge of running a company would be beneficial to the Hideout and its members.

2. Infrastructure, capabilities and amenities are often in competition for material resources. What are your priorities in terms of these areas, and

how would you prioritize expenditures? Infrastructure, Capabilities and Amenities are all important in themselves to the everyday running of the community, if I had to pick one, I would say Infrastructure is the most important. If the Infrastructure i.e.: roads, buildings, parks, Golf course, pools etc. are allowed to deteriorate the community would fall like a house of cards. It is important we maintain our

Running in the 2024 Board of Directors Election

MICHAEL HANBURY (CONT.)

infrastructure while at the same time continue to improve upon the existing amenities, and where possible add and continue to grow within our budget.

3. What interests you in running for the Board of Directors, and which aspect of the Board interests you the most? If elected, what main objective do you see yourself improving on for the community?

I have never been the type of person that sits on the sideline and watches others endure the hard work of running a business or in this case a community. I have always made it my mission to get involved, work with others and come up with solutions for the betterment of everyone. I have been a fulltime resident of the Hideout for three years and feel it is time to step up

and offer my knowledge and talents to the community. I am not running for the Board to push an agenda; I am running to work hand in hand with the other Board members. My main objective is to be a team player, to do what it takes to work with the existing and future Board members to make the sometime difficult decisions to maintain this community as the one-ofa-kind community that my wife and I fell in love with some 14 years ago.

Since we purchased our forever home in the Hideout in 2021 I have attended the majority of the Board meetings throughout the years, Transparency and Communication have always been a sticking point for both the Board and the Members, as well as prospective Board members. As property owners and members in good standing the members have the right to know what decisions their elected Board Members make on their behalf. The members must be aware of the ongoing issues and or improvements that are in progress at any given time, it is upon the members themselves, to attend committee meetings, Board workshops and the Board meetings to keep informed. I do have a few items that I feel will help with transparency and communications moving forward. 1) The agenda for the board meetings be published 72 hours minimally

MAUREEN DIGIOVANNI

Neighbors,

My name is Maureen DiGiovanni. I am running for a position on the Board of Directors because I have had a vested interest in our community for over 15 years. My husband and I were weekenders from 2008 thru 2019, when we moved to The Hideout full time. As someone who appreciates our beautiful community and all it has to offer, I am interested in seeing it continue to grow, and thrive, for many years to come.

I think my work background dealing with many different people, and solving different issues, would be as asset to our community. Throughout my career

I’ve held many varied positions which include: Executive Secretary at Benrus Watch Company, Financial Aide Counselor at St. Francis College, Administrative Assistant to the Firm Administrator at a major NYC Law Firm, and Office Manager/ Customer Service Representative for an Independent Insurance Agent for 20 years. My responsibilities included researching, securing, and maintaining strictly confidential financial information, processing personnel records and personal client data. At St. Francis College I was in direct contact with bank & government loan offices as well as students & parents to obtain student financial aid. As an Insurance CSR I worked with clients and

insurance companies to secure & maintain proper insurance and worked to negotiate claim settlement on behalf of Personal and Commercial clients. As Office Manager my responsibilities included assisting with the detailed day-to-day operations of running a small business, vendor negotiations and basic office budgeting, bookkeeping and payroll. Prior to moving to The Hideout full time in 2019, I ran an at home Baking & Gift Basket business.

As a woman I can offer a somewhat different prospective, which I think we have been missing. I have no specific agenda since I am not part of any formal Hideout group or organization. My only agenda

48 hours prior to the meeting not the current 24 hours as it is today. This would give the members additional time to review the agenda prior to attending the meeting. 2) A member that applies for a committee position and does not get appointed, as it stands today the member does not get notification of their status, as the months go by, they ultimately get discouraged and do not reapply. I propose if a member does not get appointed for whatever reason to a committee, the member at a minimum should get an Email from the POA thanking them for their interest and letting them know at this time a position for that committee is not available and are encouraged to apply again. 3) I would like to see a list and status of ongoing projects within the community listed in the Hideabout each month. Doing this would stop the rumor mill and keep the members informed of delays and completion dates.

as a member of the Board would be to help foster more open communication between the Membership and the Board, which hopefully will encourage more community input and involvement. I would like the opportunity to help our community continue to be the best place to “Hideout”!

Thanks for your time and consideration. I hope to have your vote.

2024 Board of Directors Election Newsletter Questions for Board Candidates

1. What unique skills and abilities will you bring to the Board of Directors? How do you feel those skills and abilities will positively benefit the community going forward?

Having worked in various Customer Service positions, I know how to talk to people and more importantly how to listen to them. I can usually calm a heated situation and negotiate a reasonable resolution. I think this skill would be a benefit as a Board Member.

For example, a section of roadway is in need of repair but so is an indoor tennis court, the roadway takes precedence for the obvious reasons, and would need to be repaired in a timely manner, based upon weather conditions; an indoor tennis court can be repaired any time of year. Maintenance and/or expansion of existing amenities would be based on condition, usage, and interest.

3. What interests you in running for the Board of Directors, and which aspect of the Board interests you the most? If elected, what main objective do you see yourself improving on for the community?

I am interested in our community in general, but most important to me is having Membership input. I think holding an Open

Forum / Town Hall Meeting 3 or 4 times a year is a great way to hear the concerns of our Members, what they would like to see more or less of, and ideas they may have regarding the future of our community. I’d also encourage positive feedback. My main objective is to have more open communication and greater community participation.

I truly feel we have been receiving more detailed and timely information over the last year from our Environmental, Public Safety and Recreational Departments keeping us better informed than ever before. I would like to see this continue. Regarding transparency, I believe every member in good standing is entitled to receive clear and concise answers to their questions. Ideally information would be shared with the community before questions even arise. Working with fellow Board Members and fully researching information to supply Members with answers to their questions is the only way to be transparent. Specific answers to questions and providing information regarding our decision-making process would be a great way to increase Membership trust in our Board.

GOOD NEIGHBORS CLUB

The Hideout Adult Social Group (HASG) believes in neighbors helping neighbors. Although the Good Neighbors Club is a function of the HASG, we are pleased to offer medical equipment to all Hideout residents.

Many people in The Hideout have donated medical equipment which they no longer have need of. These items are now being kept in a storage closet in the Indoor Sports Complex. There are lots of walkers and crutches, some canes, numerous potty chairs, and shower seats, a few wheelchairs and a scooter. If you have need of any of these for yourself or if a guest is coming for the weekend and is in need of one for that time period, you may borrow one by stopping in at the Recreation office, (570) 630-3733, and someone will show you to the storage closet.

Please remember to sign out whatever you are borrowing. If you are unable to get to the Indoor Sports Complex, please contact Carolyn Hanel, at (215) 378-7566 and she will arrange for you to get what you need. ■

The Hideout

2024 BOARD ELECTION

Richard Yocum

Edward Esposito

Margaret Conlon

Michael Hanbury

Maureen DiGiovanni

SATURDAY, AUGUST 17TH AT 9:00AM

MAIN LODGE & ZOOM

BRING YOUR QUESTIONS FOR THE CANDIDATES!

HIDEOUT

YTD Dues Analysis: $7,162,061 collected through Jun 30, 2024; *Total includes member accounts that prepaid in full and credits toward 2024 dues from 2023 in the amount of $168,755

BUDGET

ACTUAL vs. BUDGET

FOR THE MONTH ENDED: Jun 30, 2024

ACTUAL vs. BUDGET

YE PROJECTED SURPLUS (DEFICIT)

OPERATING FUNDS (YEAR TO DATE)

A: Dues Related Income stated on an Accrual Basis.

B: Dues Related Income Budget based upon 2024 Actual Dues Billings less Allowance for Bad Debt.

C: Current Year to Date Surplus (Deficit) 2024.

D: 2024. Forecast projection based upon actual results achieved

E: Forecasted Surplus (Deficit) for 2024

Forecast Adjustments

SUBTOTAL of EXPENDITURES PLANNED - New Capital & Capital Reserves

* Prior Carry Over **Emergency Repair/Replace

***Board Approval

**** Reallocation

+ Savings Permanent to Offset Other Projects

ENVIRONMENTAL PAGE

From: Paul Matarazzo B.Env.Sc., Environmental Manager

Greetings,

As everyone is enjoying the few months that we get to call summer in Northeast PA, here are some things going on in The Hideout! The Delaware Valley Raptor Center will again be giving a Birds of Prey Presentation on Saturday, August 31st at 12pm at the Indoor Sports Complex. All lake closures and openings related to E. coli will be sent via email blast and social media stories. Roamingwood Lake drawdown will occur in late October. Deerfield Lake will experience a small drawdown this fall, for work being performed on the outflow structure. Fall walleye stocking will not occur this year. Electro shocking fisheries survey to occur in 2025 will give The Hideout insight on our fish populations. After viewing how well walleye have done in Roamingwood Lake from previous stocking, a decision will be made on whether or not to continue stocking walleye.

Please ensure that all use of firepits complies with state, and Hideout rules in regards to burning. Follow along with burn ban and risk notices via The

for failure to comply. All anglers 16 years of age and older must possess a current PA Fishing License. Walley: no harvest. Grass carp: no harvest.

As for Deerfield and Brook’s Lake fishing regulations, there is an open fishery to harvest fish per PA Fish and Boat Commission Regulations, but recommend catch and release. Follow state guidelines. A fine of $125 per no-harvest fish not immediately returned to the water will be imposed for failure to comply. Again, all anglers 16 years of age and older must possess a current PA Fishing License. Walley: no harvest. Grass carp: no harvest. For all other fish species found in Roamingwood, Deerfield, or Brooks Lake, please follow state fishing guidelines, found at fishandboat.com/fishing/ regulations .

Harmful Algal Blooms (HABS)

By now, many residents have heard of Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs), and the impact they can have not only on humans, but our beloved pets. It is now the time of year when HABs are most likely to happen. August and September come all the conditions necessary for a HAB to form.

for fire containment may be used within the community (metal fire rings). If using rock or handmade firepits, please ensure a manufactured fire ring is within the fire pit. Please make use of mesh spark arrestors to prevent embers from causing brush and forest fires.

In regards to fishing rules and regulation, Roamingwood Lake does not follow state fishing limits. For Roamingwood Lake’s catch and release rules, please note: open fishery to harvest fish per PA Fish and Boat Commission Regulations, but recommend catch and release. Follow state guidelines with the following exceptions of largemouth and smallmouth bass- which cut state limits in half. Therefore:

January 1st through April 17th and November 1st through December 31st is a 15” limit, 2 (combined species) from April 18th through June 12th: NO HARVEST June 13th through October 31st: 12”, 3 (combined species). A fine of $125 per no-harvest fish not immediately returned to the water will be imposed

Please consider registering your Hideout property as certified wildlife habitat through the National Wildlife Federation (NWF). The Hideout is seeking national recognition as a certified wildlife habitat community via the NWF. In order to achieve this goal, 150 residents must have their property registered with the NWF. We are nearing this goal (67 more members needed), and would become members of a small group of communities throughout the state of Pennsylvania by reaching this designation! Upon registering a property as certified wildlife habitat, a $20 fee is due. The Hideout will cover this $20 fee for all residents who seek registration of their property. To register, please email the Environmental Manager (pmatarazzo@thehideout.us) for a link providing online registration, or stop by the POA office for a paper application! For any questions regarding certifying property as NWF wildlife habitat, please reach out to the Environmental Manager via the email address provided above as well.

Microscopic planktonic algae (cyanobacteria), blooms very quickly. When stagnant, shallow water, combined with plenty of nutrients (mainly phosphorus) derived from fertilizers, manure, and runoff occur, cyanobacteria can grow. HABs need only water, sunlight, and nutrients to occur, but a unique feature to cyanobacteria, is that they have adapted to grow in both low and high light conditions. Adapted photoperiod growth, combined with cyanobacteria’s ability to move freely within the water column are the main drivers of its ability to rapidly bloom.

While not all blue green algae produce harmful toxins when present, it is best to never enter water where blue green algae is present. As stated previously, the algae can present risks to both humans, and animals. Here are some of the adverse effects cyanobacteria can have on those who ingest it, or even come in contact with it: “In humans, symptoms of exposure to algae toxins include rashes, blisters, hives, eye and nose irritation, diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal pain, numbness of lips, tingling in fingers and toes, dizziness, and headache. In animals, toxins can often cause staggering, difficulty breathing, convulsions, salivation, weakness, and vomiting. In severe cases, animals can die from exposure to HAB toxins. (Penn State Extension)”.

It is important that if spotted, HABs are reported to the Environmental

Manager, so that water quality testing can take place. One of the most prominent toxins that is produced by cyanobacteria, is known as microcystins. Rapid test kits that identify microcystin concentrations are always on hand for when a bloom occurs to identify risk to members, and their furry friends.

The best way to describe HABs we commonly experience in our region, would be a “green/ brown paint slick on the water.” Cyanobacteria, unlike the harmless filamentous algae we see often, cannot be picked up or grabbed out of the water. It does not form mats or pads, but a slime on the water’s surface. The good news is, that research conducted involving 100 water samples, from 60 ponds in Pennsylvania, only yielded traces of blue green algae in 20% of the samples. So, while blue green algal blooms are possible, they are not the norm. Toxins only occur when environmental conditions are just right for quick growth to occur.

Remember, it is important to report any suspicions you have of harmful algal blooms on The Hideout’s waterways. Once found, the environmental department will take the necessary steps to ensure the safety of our members, and a quick resolution to any water quality issues.

COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES

Wildlife and Forestry Committee Meeting

Minutes - June 13, 2024

Present: Cathy Long, Fred Sakacs, Joseph Piotrowski, Kathy Carpenter, Richard Long, Rosina Taffuri, Martin Biddinger, Denise Layden Absent: Staff/Board Liaison Present: Paul Matarazzo, Richard Yocum

Start Time: 11:00 Am

Pledge of Allegiance

Motion to approve the Minutes: Approved: Cathy, Seconded: Kathy ************************************* ****

Old Business:

1. Forest Assessment Vendor: Paul reports the first vendor never showed. The second declined. Willie has referred a vendor for evaluation. 2. Entrance Pond Buffer: A contract for maintaining the buffer has been signed.

3. Deer Management report: The report is pending. Discussed the goal is 20 deer per square mile.

4. Birds of Prey presentation: Planning the presentation for August. The Pickle ball court will be utilized. A 12:00 start is planned.

New Business:

1. Invasive vs Native: Cathy is presenting a lecture regarding invasive species in the fall. Date pending.

2. Aquire additional native plants for Roamingwood NativeGarden (RNG): The plants are doing well except for the elderberry. Discussed planting additional native plants. Will plant elderberry again. Discussed planting seeds that we have on hand. 3. Maintenance schedule RNG: A quarterly schedule for maintenance was decided on: 10/7/24, 3/24/25, 6/9/25 at 9:00 AM.

4. Maintenance schedule front entrance: 9/23/24, 4/21/25 at 9:00 AM.

Standing Items:

1. Spotted Lanternfly: None reported in Hideout.

2. Feral Cats: None in last month.

3. Spongy Moths: Monitoring. If needed fungal spray in the fall.

4. Nuisance animals: A beaver was observed near golf course.

5. NWF: Approximately 90 members have signed up. A metal sign is for sale to post on property.

6. Pharagmites: Will discuss treatment in September.

Motion to Adjourn:

Approved: Fred Seconded: Martin End Time: 11:48

HASG Golf League News

Ijust reread last year’s article from August and I asked if the HASG golf league was a golf league or a social club. The answer was ---BOTH! We are a club/league within the HASG club. Hideout Adult Social Group. Members play in a Captain’s best ball format, but the difference is that we play with a different group of 4 players every Thursday. That’s the social part which is in keeping with the tenets of the HASG club. Marge Conlon, the president of the HASG club presides over the different affairs which the club runs every year. She has been extraordinarily busy since she took over, filling the schedule with picnics, dinners, cocktail parties, karaoke, and a plethora of other get-togethers. Our golf league has become extremely popular due to the set up which allows everyone to have a chance in winning because of the “averaging” of our weekly scores and putts. Both men and women can be on a team with a low score that week and be in the

competition.

The scoring at this point is being led by Tim Egan with team scores averaging 37.600 and a low score of 30 in the fourth week with his team of Pat Noone, Lisa O’Brien and Audrey Martino. Right behind him Ken Betros in second place and Marilyn Sevigny (Our 2023 club Champion) in Third.

Then in the putting competition, we have a three-way tie between last year’s winner Rich Martinez, Tony Zoppi and Jeff Coffin.

Our final day of golf is September 5th with our luncheon after it in the Lodge. That is always well attended and everyone gets a prize! We will have about 80 people at this year’s luncheon! So I better start buying the prizes! Think about joining us next year and meet a lot of new neighbors! You can call or text me; John Martino 570-892-0545 or email me;

Jamartino414@gmail.com

MON: 7AM-7PM

TUES: 7AM-7PM

WED: 7AM-7PM

THURS: 7AM-7PM FRI: 7AM-2PM

2024 Board Candidates Ice Cream Social Meet & Greet at Roamingwood Park

Thank you to all who attended!

The Ice Cream Social kicked off with a greeting from Nominating Committee member Andrea Frotten (pictured lower right), followed by brief self-introductions from each candidate before mingling with members and of course... enjoying some ice cream! Pictured above are the candidates during their introductions in order Left to Right: Richard Yocum, Edward Esposito, Margaret Conlon, Michael Hanbury, & Maureen DiGiovanni – June 22, 2024

2024 Hideout Flyers Swim Team

NEW ADULT COURSE

A ugust R ec R e Ation A ctivities

Thurs 1-Aug Quilting with Janice Reservations required 2p.m.-4p.m., Multi-purpose room at Rec Building

Fri 2-Aug Lake Swim, North Beach to Main Beach 6pm, BRIGHT Swim Cap (Weekly)

Fri 2-Aug Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly Monday through Friday)

Fri 2-Aug Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 12-1pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly)

Fri 2-Aug Youth Triathlon, ages 7-12, Main Pool, 8:30am

Sat 3-Aug Adult Triathlon, ages 13+, North Beach, 8am

Sat 3-Aug Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 1-2pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly)

Sat 3-Aug Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-4pm at RSC (Weekly)

Sat 3-Aug KARATE Program, Saturdays, 11am-11:45am, Ages 5-11, RSC

Sat 3-Aug KARATE Program, Saturdays, 12pm-12:45pm, Ages 12+, RSC

Sat 3-Aug Concert on The Hill, Encore, 6pm, Ski Hill

Sun 4-Aug Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-3pm at RSC (Weekly)

Mon 5-Aug Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly Monday through Friday)

Mon 5-Aug Open Play Pickleball 1-3pm RSC Indoor Courts, MEMBERS ONLY!

Tues 6-Aug Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.)

Tues 6-Aug Mindful Movement Yoga and Meditation w/ Diane Rixner 10:30-11:30pm in the MPR $5 per person

Wed 7-Aug Chair Yoga w/Diane Rixner 10:30-11:30am in the, Aerobics Room $5 per person (Weekly)

Wed 7-Aug Crafters 1 pm at Quilters Room (Weekly)

Thurs 8-Aug Quilting with Janice Reservations required 2p.m.-4p.m., Multi-purpose room at Rec Building

Fri 9-Aug Lake Swim, North Beach to Main Beach 6pm, BRIGHT Swim Cap (Weekly)

Fri 9-Aug Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly Monday through Friday)

Fri 9-Aug Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 12-1pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly)

Sat 10-Aug Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 1-2pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly)

Sat 10-Aug Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-4pm at RSC (Weekly)

Sat 10-Aug KARATE Program, Saturdays, 11am-11:45am, Ages 5-11, RSC

Sat 10-Aug KARATE Program, Saturdays, 12pm-12:45pm, Ages 12+, RSC

Sun 11-Aug Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-3pm at RSC (Weekly)

Mon 12-Aug Open Play Pickleball 1-3pm RSC Indoor Courts, MEMBERS ONLY!

Mon 12-Aug Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly Monday through Friday)

Tues 13-Aug Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.)

Tues 13-Aug Mindful Movement Yoga and Meditation w/ Diane Rixner 10:30-11:30pm in the MPR $5 per person

Wed 14-Aug Chair Yoga w/Diane Rixner 10:30-11:30am in the, Aerobics Room $5 per person (Weekly)

Wed 14-Aug Crafters 1 pm at Quilters Room (Weekly)

Thurs 15-Aug Quilting with Janice Reservations required 2p.m.-4p.m., Multi-purpose room at Rec Building

Fri 16-Aug Lake Swim, North Beach to Main Beach 6pm, BRIGHT Swim Cap (Weekly)

A ugust R ec R e Ation A ctivities c ontinued

Fri 16-Aug Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly Monday through Friday)

Fri 16-Aug Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 12-1pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly)

Sat 17-Aug Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 1-2pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly)

Sat 17-Aug Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-4pm at RSC (Weekly)

Sat 17-Aug KARATE Program, Saturdays, 11am-11:45am, Ages 5-11, RSC

Sat 17-Aug KARATE Program, Saturdays, 12pm-12:45pm, Ages 12+, RSC

Sun 18-Aug Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-3pm at RSC (Weekly)

Mon 19-Aug Open Play Pickleball 1-3pm RSC Indoor Courts, MEMBERS ONLY!

Mon 19-Aug Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly Monday through Friday)

Tues 20-Aug Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.)

Tues 20-Aug Mindful Movement Yoga and Meditation w/ Diane Rixner 10:30-11:30pm in the MPR $5 per person

Wed 21-Aug KIDS Bingo, 6pm, ISC

Wed 21-Aug Chair Yoga w/Diane Rixner 10:30-11:30am in the, Aerobics Room $5 per person (Weekly)

Wed 21-Aug Crafters 1 pm at Quilters Room (Weekly)

Thurs 22-Aug Quilting with Janice Reservations required 2p.m.-4p.m., Multi-purpose room at Rec Building

Fri 23-Aug Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly Monday through Friday)

Fri 23-Aug Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 12-1pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly)

Sat 24-Aug KARATE Program, Saturdays, 11am-11:45am, Ages 5-11, RSC

Sat 24-Aug KARATE Program, Saturdays, 12pm-12:45pm, Ages 12+, RSC

Sat 24-Aug Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 1-2pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly)

Sat 24-Aug Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-4pm at RSC (Weekly)

Sun 25-Aug Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-3pm at RSC (Weekly)

Mon 26-Aug Open Play Pickleball 1-3pm RSC Indoor Courts, MEMBERS ONLY!

Mon 26-Aug Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly Monday through Friday)

Tues 27-Aug Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person (Tues., Fri.)

Tues 27-Aug Mindful Movement Yoga and Meditation w/ Diane Rixner 10:30-11:30pm in the MPR $5 per person

Wed 28-Aug Chair Yoga w/Diane Rixner 10:30-11:30am in the, Aerobics Room $5 per person (Weekly)

Wed 28-Aug Crafters 1 pm at Quilters Room (Weekly)

Thurs 29-Aug Quilting with Janice Reservations required 2p.m.-4p.m., Multi-purpose room at Rec Building

Fri 30-Aug Open Play Pickleball 9am-12pm, North Recreation (LAST DAY FOR OUTSIDE OPEN PLAY)

Fri 30-Aug LAST DAY for Lake Swim, North Beach to Main Beach 6pm, BRIGHT Swim Cap (Weekly)

Fri 30-Aug Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts (Weekly Monday through Friday)

Fri 30-Aug Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 12-1pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required (Weekly)

Sat 31-Aug KARATE Program, Saturdays, 11am-11:45am, Ages 5-11, RSC

Sat 31-Aug KARATE Program, Saturdays, 12pm-12:45pm, Ages 12+, RSC

AUGUST POOL HOURS

S eptember r ecreation a ctivitie S

Sun 1-Sep VOLLEYBALL Tournament 10am / HORSESHOE Tournament 11am, OSC

Sun 1-Sep Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-3pm at RSC

Mon 2-Sep Pools & Beaches Close for the Season at 7pm

Mon 2-Sep Open Play Pickleball 1-3pm RSC Indoor Courts, MBRS ONLY

Mon 2-Sep Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts

Tues 3-Sep KARATE Program, 5:30pm-6:15pm, Ages 5-11 / 6:15pm-7pm, Ages 12+, RSC

Tues 3-Sep Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person

Tues 3-Sep Mindful Movement Yoga & Meditation w/ Diane Rixner 10:30-11:30pm in the MPR $5 per person

Wed 4-Sep Chair Yoga w/ Diane Rixner, 10:30-11:30am in the Aerobics Room, $5 per person

Wed 4-Sep Crafters 1 pm at Quilters Room

Thurs 5-Sep Quilting with Janice Reservations required 2p.m.-4p.m., MPRat REC Building

Thurs 5-Sep KARATE Program, 5:30pm-6:15pm, Ages 5-11 / 6:15pm-7pm, Ages 12+, RSC

Fri 6-Sep Adult Bingo Night, Main Lodge, 6pm

Fri 6-Sep Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person

Fri 6-Sep Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts

Fri 6-Sep Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 12-1pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required

Sat 7-Sep KARATE Program, 11am-11:45am, Ages 5-11 / 12pm-12:45pm, Ages 12+, RSC

Sat 7-Sep Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 1-2pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required

Sat 7-Sep Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-4pm at RSC

Sun 8-Sep Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-3pm at RSC

Mon 9-Sep Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts

Mon 9-Sep Open Play Pickleball 1-3pm RSC Indoor Courts, MBRS ONLY

Tues 10-Sep KARATE Program, 5:30pm-6:15pm, Ages 5-11 / 6:15pm-7pm, Ages 12+, RSC

Tues 10-Sep Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person

Tues 10-Sep Mindful Movement Yoga & Meditation w/ Diane Rixner 10:30-11:30pm in the MPR $5 per person

Wed 11-Sep Chair Yoga w/ Diane Rixner, 10:30-11:30am in the Aerobics Room, $5 per person

Wed 11-Sep Crafters 1 pm at Quilters Room

Thurs 12-Sep KARATE Program, 5:30pm-6:15pm, Ages 5-11 / 6:15pm-7pm, Ages 12+, RSC

Thurs 12-Sep Quilting with Janice Reservations required 2p.m.-4p.m., MPRat REC Building

Fri 13-Sep Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person

Fri 13-Sep Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts

Fri 13-Sep Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 12-1pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required

Sat 14-Sep KARATE Program, 11am-11:45am, Ages 5-11 / 12pm-12:45pm, Ages 12+, RSC

Sat 14-Sep Flea Market, 9am-3pm, at Ski Hill (NO RAIN DATE)

Sat 14-Sep Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 1-2pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required

Sat 14-Sep Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-4pm at RSC

Sun 15-Sep Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-3pm at RSC

Mon 16-Sep Open Play Pickleball 1-3pm RSC Indoor Courts, MBRS ONLY

Mon 16-Sep Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts

Tues 17-Sep KARATE Program, 5:30pm-6:15pm, Ages 5-11 / 6:15pm-7pm, Ages 12+, RSC

Tues 17-Sep Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person

Tues 17-Sep Mindful Movement Yoga & Meditation w/ Diane Rixner 10:30-11:30pm in the MPR $5 per person

Wed 18-Sep Chair Yoga w/ Diane Rixner, 10:30-11:30am in the Aerobics Room, $5 per person

Wed 18-Sep Crafters 1 pm at Quilters Room

Thurs 19-Sep KARATE Program, 5:30pm-6:15pm, Ages 5-11 / 6:15pm-7pm, Ages 12+, RSC

Thurs 19-Sep Quilting with Janice Reservations required 2p.m.-4p.m., MPRat REC Building

Fri 20-Sep Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person

Fri 20-Sep Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts

Fri 20-Sep Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 12-1pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required

Sat 21-Sep KARATE Program, 11am-11:45am, Ages 5-11 / 12pm-12:45pm, Ages 12+, RSC

Sat 21-Sep Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 1-2pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required

Sat 21-Sep Corn Hole Tournament, Main Lodge, 12pm

Sat 21-Sep Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-4pm at RSC

Sun 22-Sep Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-3pm at RSC

Mon 23-Sep Open Play Pickleball 1-3pm RSC Indoor Courts, MBRS ONLY

Mon 23-Sep Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts

Tues 24-Sep KARATE Program, 5:30pm-6:15pm, Ages 5-11 / 6:15pm-7pm, Ages 12+, RSC

Tues 24-Sep Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person

Tues 24-Sep Mindful Movement Yoga & Meditation w/ Diane Rixner 10:30-11:30pm in the MPR $5 per person

Wed 25-Sep Chair Yoga w/ Diane Rixner, 10:30-11:30am in the Aerobics Room, $5 per person

Wed 25-Sep Crafters 1 pm at Quilters Room

Thurs 26-Sep KARATE Program, 5:30pm-6:15pm, Ages 5-11 / 6:15pm-7pm, Ages 12+, RSC

Thurs 26-Sep Quilting with Janice Reservations required 2p.m.-4p.m., MPRat REC Building

Fri 27-Sep Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 per person

Fri 27-Sep Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts

Fri 27-Sep Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 12-1pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required

Sat 28-Sep KARATE Program, 11am-11:45am, Ages 5-11 / 12pm-12:45pm, Ages 12+, RSC

Sat 28-Sep Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 1-2pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Required

Sat 28-Sep Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-4pm at RSC

Sun 29-Sep Tennis Clinics & Lessons 10am-3pm at RSC

Mon 30-Sep Open Play Pickleball 1-3pm RSC Indoor Courts, MBRS ONLY

Mon 30-Sep Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts

THE NUBIA MALKIN ART CENTER

Photos by: Robert Trombley

Navigating Low Back Pain in Our Lake Community

By: Bernie Povanda, PT, COMT, FAAOMPT, President/CEO

For those who cherish lakeside living—engaging in activities like boating, fishing, or soaking up the serene atmosphere—the lake offers a perfect escape. Yet, this idyllic lifestyle can sometimes be disrupted by low back pain, a common ailment among residents.

Understanding and Preventing Low Back Pain

Low back pain can arise from various lake-related activities. Maneuvering a kayak, casting a fishing line, or carrying supplies to the dock can strain the muscles and ligaments in the back. To combat this, current research advocates for a proactive approach focusing on prevention through physical fitness. Core strengthening exercises and flexibility training are vital as they help stabilize the spine and reduce the risk of injury. Studies also highlight the benefits of regular preventive exercises that target the back, hips, and abdominal muscles. These not only enhance physical capacity but also improve biomechanics during everyday activities, reducing stress on the lower back. Education plays a crucial role in prevention. Knowing the correct techniques for lifting and bending is essential, particularly in environments like the lake where uneven terrain and lifting heavy objects are common. Workshops and regular consultations with physical therapists can provide the necessary guidance to prevent back pain before it starts.

Learn More on “PT Pulse”

To delve deeper into managing and preventing low back pain, tune into our podcast, “PT Pulse,” hosted by myself, Bernie Povanda:

Joined by Dr. Kelly Williams, we explore the latest research and offer practical advice for maintaining an active, painfree lifestyle.

By understanding and applying these strategies, we can continue to enjoy our lake activities with less pain and more pleasure, ensuring that the lake remains a source of joy and not discomfort.

Online Gate Access

Hideout Members can register guests online. No need to call the gate. You not only have the ability to register your guests online but also on your mobile device.

1. Members must be in good standing

2. Members must first fill out the registration form to setup a login on our website at: hideoutassoc.com.

The Registration form is under the Resource tab then click on Gate Access. 3. You will receive a confirmation from The Hideout once you register.

Important Information You Should Know

THE SPEED LIMIT IN THE HIDEOUT IS 25 MPH

(unless otherwise posted)

In designated Safety Zones fines are doubled.

Please watch for our pedestrians. We have many children and adults out riding bicycles and walking dogs.

Please observe all signs and Association rules for the safety of our members, guests, and staff.

ATTENTION MEMBERS

When your guests come to visit, please make sure that they know your lot number when registering at the gate. This will expedite entrance into the community.

HAVE GUESTS COMING TO THE HIDEOUT FOR A VISIT?

You can register your guest online or using your smart phone. To register please visit The Hideout website http://www.hideoutassoc.com and click on “On-line Guest Registration” to fill out the form. Once signed up, you will receive an email with directions.

LAKEVIEW AND WOODPOINT COURT

A dangerous condition arises on busy weekends from vehicles parking on the side of the road on Lakeview and Woodpoint Court. Vehicles parked on the side of the road in this location impede traffic and could possibly block access to the area by emergency vehicles. Due to this condition the Board has passed a motion deeming Lakeview and Woodpoint Court “Emergency Access Roads.”

No parking will be permitted on the side of the road in this area. The Public Safety Department will aggressively enforce this rule. Anyone who parks in this location will be subject to a $150.00 fine and a $300.00 fine for repeat offenses.

AMENITY BADGES

Members and guests of members, 7 years of age and older, MUST possess and display a current amenity badge at ALL times while at ANY of The Hideout amenities. As of July 30, 2022, MEMBERS only may substitute a mobile picture of their amenity badge clearly displaying the front of their amenity badge which includes the current year sticker, name, photograph, and lot number.

SOCIAL MEMBERSHIP CARDS

In order to use our Food & Beverage licensed facilities, you must either be with a member or have the member purchase a social membership card for you.

BUCKLE UP It’s

HIDEOUT DIRECT NUMBERS

570-630-3700

570-630-3723

570-630-3728

570-630-3729

570-630-3731

570-630-3732

570-630-3733

570-630-3734

570-630-3735

570-630-3736

570-630-3737

570-630-3738

Registration

Maintenance

Main Lodge Security

Ski Hill

Clubhouse Reservations

Main Lodge

Recreation

Nubia Malkin Art Center

Fitness Center

Golf Pro Shop

North Gate Dispatcher

Main Gate

HIDEOUT PHONE NUMBERS

Dial area code (570) then the number

POA Office 698-4100

POA Fax 698-9457

North Beach 698-7013

North Pool 698-7011

Recreation Fax 698-6580

Main Pool 698-7014

Mini Golf 698-4086

Woodworkers’ Shop 698-6269

Golf Maintenance 698-6384

EMERGENCY - 911 / (570) 698-6317

HIDEOUT

TV - CHANNEL 920

To reach the following, please dial (570) 698-4100 plus ext. number

HIDEOUT WEBSITE

www.hideoutassoc.com

The Hideout’s website has a public side as well as a member side. To register for the member side, please go to the home page and click on the “Member Login” button and then hit Member Registration. Your member number will be on your Dues Statement.

HIDEOUT FACEBOOK

Like us on Facebook - go to Facebook.com and enter “Hideout Property Owners Association” in the search bar.

BIRTHDAY CORNER

Please contact Paige Almquist at palmquist@thehideout.us to announce your child’s birthday in The Hideabout Newspaper. Submit by the fifteenth of the month for the next issue. Your picture will be returned upon request.

ATTENTION VETERANS

If you have a chronic illness or injury which occurred while you were in Military Service, you may be entitled to compensation. However, you must first file a claim with the Veteran’s Administration.

For additional information, please contact Disabled Veteran Bob Addieg (570) 698-8337. No fee involved. ■

The Order of Sons and Daughters of Italy in America is the largest and oldest national organization for men and women of Italian heritage in the United States. We represent the estimated 26 million Americans of Italian heritage, dedicated to promoting our culture, traditions, the legacy of our ancestors and our contributions to the U.S. and the world. Founded in 1905, having chapters in all fifty states, we are the leading service and advocacy organization for Americans of Italian decent. Join us for one of our meetings to learn more about us.

Hideout Sons and Daughter of Italy Lodge 3010

Meeting location: Recreation Multipurpose Room

Meeting Dates: Second Monday of every month

Meeting Times: 6:30 PM Website: OSDIA3010.blogspot.com

For more info call Lou at (845) 797-3278 or Dom at (914) 261-7093

AREA WORSHIP SERVICES

ST. THOMAS MORE CATHOLIC CHURCH, 105 Gravity Road, Lake Ariel, PA 18436. Mass Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 8 & 11 a.m. Father Stephen Bosomafi. (570) 698-5584.

ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 334 Saint Mary’s Church Road, Lake Ariel, PA 18436. Mass Saturday at 4 p.m.; Sunday at 9:30 a.m. Father Stephen Bosomafi. (570) 698-5584.

SALEM COMMUNITY CHURCH, (United Methodist Congregation) 613 Hamlin Highway, Hamlin, PA 18428. Sunday Service 9 a.m. Reverend Dr. Jeff Rarich & Pastor Jane McCarthy (570) 689-6011.

LAKE ARIEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 110 Maple Avenue, Lake Ariel, PA 18436. Sunday Service 9 a.m. Pastor Don Gillchrist. (570) 226-6713. LAKEVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 431 Purdytown Turnpike, Lakeville, PA 18438. Sunday Service 10 a.m. Pastor Don Gillchrist. (570) 226-6713.

ST JOHN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH, 564 Easton Turnpike, Hamlin, PA 18427. Services of Holy Communion Sunday 10 a.m. in person and on Zoom. Reverend Ronald R. Miller, Ph.D. (570) 689-9260.

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 815 Church Street, Hawley, PA 18428. Sunday Service 10 a.m. Pastor Mark Juengel. (570) 226-4835.

GRACE RIDGE CHURCH, Sunday Service 9 a.m. and 10 a.m., 761 Terrace Street, Honesdale, PA 18431. Reverend Michael Lyle. (570) 253-5451.

CROSS ROAD ASSEMBLY OF GOD, 803 8 Route 435, Elmhurst Township, PA 18444. Sunday Service 10 a.m. Communion on first Sunday of the month. Pastor Aaron Schappell. (570) 842-1454.

FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD, 1606 Route 507, Greentown, PA 18426. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. Reverend Chè Weber. (570) 676-5861.

HAMLIN ASSEMBLY OF GOD, 613 Easton Turnpike, Lake Ariel, PA 18436. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. Pastor Kenneth Claflin. (570) 689-2630.

NEWFOUNDLAND MORAVIAN CHURCH, 985 Main Street, Newfoundland, PA 18445. Sunday Service 10:45 a.m. Pastor Mark Newman. (570) 676-8201.

TEMPLE BETH ISRAEL, 615 Court Street, Honesdale, PA 18431. Every other Friday Service 7:30 p.m. Rabbi Elliott Kleinman. (570) 253-2222.

TEMPLE HESED, 1 Knox Road, Scranton, PA 18505. First Friday of the month Service 6 p.m., all other Fridays Service 8 p.m. Rabbi Daniel Swartz. (570) 344-7201.

ST. PAUL’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, 405 Church Street, Hawley, PA 18428.Sunday worship at 10:30 a.m. Reverend Adam Reinhardt (570) 226-2411 Email: spelc@ptd.net

CANAAN BIBLE CHAPEL, 30 Hemlock Road, Lake Ariel, PA 18436. Sunday Service 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Pastor Daniel Henwood. 9 a.m. Sunday School (570) 937-4848. Home of Canaan Christian Academy. ■

To stay safe walking, follow these rules of the road:

1. Walk Facing Traffic When Walking on the Side of the Road

If there is no sidewalk and you must walk on the side of the road, choose the side where you are facing oncoming traffic. In North America, this is the left side of the road. This gives you the best chance to see traffic approaching closest to you and take evasive action when needed.

2. Walk Single File When Not Separated from the Road

Unless you are on a sidewalk separated from the road or you are in a wide bike/ pedestrian lane, you should walk in single file. This is especially important on a road with lots of curves and where traffic has only a split second chance of seeing you before hitting you. While it can be enjoyable to walk down the road two to three abreast chatting merrily, drivers don’t expect it and you may lose your best walking buddies.

3. Stay Aware of Bikes and Runners

Share the road and path with bikes and runners. Bike riders should alert you when approaching from behind with a bike bell or a “passing on the left/right.” Listen for them, and move to walk single file, allowing them to pass safely. Runners should also call out for passing. Bike-walker collisions can result in broken bones or head injury for either—and you aren’t wearing a helmet.

4. Be Visible

Wear bright colors when walking. When walking at night, wear reflective clothing or a reflective vest to be visible. Drivers are often not expecting walkers to be out after dark, and you need to give them every chance to see you. Be just as cautious at dawn or twilight, as drivers still have limited visibility or may even have the setting or rising sun directly in their eyes.

5. Be Predictable

Make a practice of staying on one side of the path while walking rather than weaving randomly from side to side. Watch your arm motions, or you may end up giving a black eye to a passing walker, runner, or biker.

6. Keep the Volume Down

Don’t drown out your environment when listening to music with your earbuds or headphones. Keep the volume at a level where you can still hear bike bells and warnings from other walkers and runners.

7. Hang Up and Eyes Up

Distracted walking due to chatting, texting, or playing games on a mobile device while you walk is as dangerous as doing those things while driving. You are distracted and not as aware of your environment. You are less likely to recognize traffic danger, tripping hazards, or passing joggers and bikers. Adopt habits that can keep your phone in your pocket, or at least make it a practice to stop in a safe place to complete your phone tasks before moving on.

8. Walk Dogs on Short Leashes

It is terrifying and tragic to witness dogs running out in to traffic or getting into a fatal dog fight, whether on leash or off leash. But when walking your dog on a long leash there is also a danger that you will trip other walkers or bikers. You will keep your dog safer as well as those who pass by you if you use proper leash walking etiquette.

9. Know When to Stop Walking

Heat sickness, dehydration, heart attack, or stroke can strike walkers of any age. Learn the symptoms of medical emergencies and carry a cell phone to dial 911. Even if you are a seasoned and well-trained walker, you may experience one of these problems and need to cut your walk short. Encourage your walking friends to stop when they show any concerning symptoms.

10. Be Aware of Stranger Danger

Street safety is a concern for many walkers. Choose your walking route for paths frequented by other walkers, joggers, and bikers. If you see someone suspicious, be prepared to alter your course or go into a store or public building to avoid them. Acting alert and aware can convince bad guys you are not an easy target.

Hideout P.O.A. 2025 Proposed Budget

Dues increase of $155 for the year equates to $2.98/week and factors against inflation rate of 5.4% in

Need to cover 2023 Operations loss of $78,391 (accounts for $21 of dues increase) Need to replenish $200k contingency fund (accounts for $30 of dues increase) - this replenishes half Amenity income includes proposed increases in selected amenity fees

THE HIDEOUT P.O.A.

CAPITAL PROJECTS BUDGET

FORMING

Wednesdays - 12:30PM Valley Bowling Lanes

Meredith Street, Carbondale, PA

September 4, 2024 - April 16, 2025

(570) 698-7429

Communications: Paige Almquist palmquist@thehideout.us

Long Range Planning: Dennis Polhamus dpolhamus@thehideout.us

Summer in The Hideout

SHOULD YOU ANSWER A PAY PHONE?

While standing near an old style pay phone

Those boxy booths from way back when

The burr-ring starts to blast over and over again

A fleeting thought enters your curious mind

Do you answer to see who it is and do something kind

Or do you just walk on and not bother this time

That is the moment you are put to the question

What would you care yet there is suddenly tension

For sure this phone call cannot be for you

It’s just a mistake that a caller did make and what good would it do

Go on with your business comes to you then

But what if this caller is in need of a friend

Someone to talk to that’s why they are making the call

It could be something you would never forgive yourself for or nothing at all

So you pick up the receiver and say, “hello who is calling?”

For a moment there’s silence then a voice answers back

It sounds like a young lady for sure not a weird crazy hack

“I’m looking for Waldo is he home is he there?”

Your answer explains who she called and why you dared

A “thank you!” comes back and then the phone goes quietly blank

You say to yourself at least she said “thanks”.

WOLRAD/2024

Roamingwood Lake, July 21, 2024

Photo: [Robert Trombley]

LOCAL COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS

- AMERICAN LEGION POST 807

MEETINGS - 2nd Thursday of month, 7 p.m. Hamlin Sr Center. Seeking members and old friends.

- KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS #7403

MEETING - 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month, 7 p.m. at St. Thomas More Church Hall.

- DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS WAYNE COUNTY CHAPTER #114 MEETINGS - 2nd Wednesday of month, 7 p.m. Cordaro’s Rest. Honesdale. John Miracle (570) 698-6816.

- THRIFT SHOPPE - open 2nd & 4th Saturday of month at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Hamlin, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free Clothing Day - 1st Wednesday after the 2nd Saturday from 10 a.m.-noon and 5-7 p.m.

Donations welcomed whenever the shoppe is open.

- ST. THOMAS MORE/ST. MARY’S

FOOD PANTRY - open 2nd & 4th Wed. of every month. 9:30-11 a.m.

- HAMLIN FIRE & RESCUE BINGO

- Every Sunday & Wednesday at Bingo Hall (behind Hamlin Fire & Rescue on the hill). Doors open

5 p.m. Games start 6 p.m. ■

Hello Golf & Library Fan:

1. Please join us for the 4th Annual Golf Tournament to benefit the North Pocono Public Library, an institution we are passionate about. Over the last four years, the library has grown stronger, more creative, and the staff are as excited as ever to serve the North Pocono community. The library will always be there to support your journey of lifelong learning, but it needs your help

We are once again privileged to lead the tournament planning committee and hope you’ll join us on Monday, August 12th at Elmhurst Country Club If you can’t participate, please consider being an event sponsor or prize donor. The registration and sponsorship levels with all the benefits are in the event brochure that’s included with this letter

In 2024, we are honored to have Miss Joy Pilosi as our Guest of Honor

Many of you will remember Joy as a North Pocono High School Teacher & Coach from 1963-1998 She’s a golf enthusiast and happy to be part of our event.

Please support our golf tournament in some way, as all proceeds benefit the library We hope to see you August 12th and Thank You in advance for your donation! Your support is appreciated

If you have questions, contact Christopher Kelly, Development Director at ckelly@albright.org or 570.842 4700 x 307 More tourney info can be found at www.lclshome/north or www.facebook.com/northpoconopubliclibrary

Thank you for your consideration,

Jim Coles, Co-Chair Edward Steinmetz, Co-Chair

COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES

Public Works Committee Meeting Minutes -

July 10, 2024

Call to Order: 10 AM with Pledge of Allegiance

Present:

J. Dunn J. Casey

R. Hoffenberg, T. Foley, R. Berri, D. Polhamus – Facilities Mgr.

R. Trombley – BOD

M. Ptakowski – Facilities Adm.

Excused: L. McKenna, D. O’Neil, R. Straczynski, M. Popadynec, C. Rafaniello – Proj. Mgr.

MINUTES for Approval - Meeting of June 12, 2024 (changes or questions

- None) Motion by: J. Dunn Second by: J. Casey Approval:5 – 0 - 4 BUSINESS & PROJECT REVIEW SECTION

Projects: (Active - Current Status)

• Main Gate (Rt590) Project –Relocation of PPL Utility Poles TBD. Hopefully, final PennDOT approval & permits, etc. will be issued very soon. This is a PennDOT “mandated” Project!

• Tiki Deck Extension – Project rescheduled until after Labor Day

• Club House Deck Replacement –Project rescheduled until the Fall.

• Storm Water – Continual monitoring by Public Works for any new issues.

• Golf Driving Range –Construction started

• Roadway Crack Sealing and main road Line Painting – Line Striping has started. Crack Sealing scheduled early Fall.

• North Recreation Complex –Soliciting quotes for paving

• Pavilion – at Recycling area.

Project COMPLETED with Work transferred to in-house at a significant cost avoidance.

• North Rec Tennis Court – The painting has been scheduled for July 15.

COMMITTEE PROJECTS:

-Fire Prevention Program(s) –rescheduled to next month meeting CAMPUS OBSERVATION TOURS (review of activity for 2024)

-PWC Teams agreed that the schedule add the Woodworkers Building, and Golf Maintenance Building.

-Stagger timing of any future Tours by multiple teams so not to overload the Facilities.

Current Monthly - Campus Observations:

-Water fountain next to OSC Pavilion not functional

-OSC Playground area has excess weed growth & needs more mulch

-Large tree against power lines corner Boulder & Northgate

-Dog waste (various spots) at North Recreation area

-Tree overhanging power lines on Lakeview

Motion to Adjourn: Time: 10:25 AM Next Meeting: AUGUST 14, 2024, at10 AM, at POA Board Room

MAILBOX ADVISORY

Cluster mailboxes within The Hideout are limited. The United States Postal Service has advised The Hideout that their policy is to revoke and/or reassign the box of individuals who do not retrieve their mail for a period of three or more weeks. Please be sure to pick up your mail from your box on a regular basis.

If you are unable to retrieve your mail from your box for an extended time, you should make arrangements with the Lake Ariel Post Office to have mail held or forwarded and ask how to preserve your box assignment. ■

Cluster mailboxes within The Hideout are limited. The United States Postal Service has advised The Hideout that their policy is to revoke and/or reassign the box of individuals who do not retrieve their mail for a period of three or on a regular basis box for an extended time, you should make arrangements with the Lake Ariel Post Office to have mail held or forwarded preserve your box assignment.

COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES

Lake Committee Meeting MinutesMay 18, 2024

Present:

Jeff Silverman (virtual), Rick Nolte, Iggy Rivera, Steve Flapan, Peter Campbell, Patti Cappello, & Paul Matarazzo.

Absent: Kent Fairfield, Andrew Miller, & Dennis Chartier

Start Time: 8:34

The meeting was called to order and a quorum was announced. The meeting began with the Pledge of Allegiance.

Motion to Approve Minutes: 1st: Mr. Steve Flapan 2nd: Mr. Rick Nolte

Mr. Paul Matarazzo opened the meeting with a Lake Management update. He reported Microbac Testing started Thursday May 16, 2024 and will continue through Labor Day.

PH Water Quality Event 1: Testing was conducted Wednesday May 8, 2024. Mr. Jeff Silverman reported he has seen comments on the community Facebook page and is aware of members making calls expressing concern about the increased number of dead fish on the shores of the lake. Mr. Matarazzo explained that the mixing of cold/warm water temperatures creates stress on the fish, especially the blue gills. The first lakes treatment of the year occurred on Monday May 13 in Deerfield and Brooks lakes.

The Hideout has signed the contract for the biochar. Biochar, is a mesh sock, that contains charcoal. These charcoal filled socks, are effective at removing excess nutrients from the water that fuel algal blooms, and other aquatic plants. The plan is to implement the treatment in both lakes. Sixty (60) total biochar bags will be placed (Deerfield and Brooks) this year. Mr. Matarazzo noted that there were significant improvements last year with the use of twelve (12) bags. The committee will explore/discuss hanging biochar bags from docks in Roamingwood as a future project.

Hideout will only be stocking Largemouth bass this spring. The total number will be divided by total acreage. Approximately 1000 bass total will be stocked, 800 to Roamingwood and the rest to Deerfield. The Entrance Pond Buffer project has been approved by the board. Mr. Matarazzo will meet with the vendor to get a contract. This project will reclaim the area near the Main Gate.

The Deerfield Floating Wetland Islands project has been approved and the contract has been signed. Three (3) islands will be placed into the thin portion of the lake. The wider portion will not get the islands.

Mr. Jeff Silverman and Mr. Paul Matarazzo wrote and article for safety with life jacket use on kayaks and paddleboards. The article will come out

Did you know that The Hideout has had a TNR (Trap, Neuter, Return) program in place since Spring 2019?

in the June edition of the Hideabout. Mr. Matarazzo reported that any concerns should be expressed by the 15th of each month if anyone would like to contribute to an article. There was discussion about including an article about the dead fish concerns in an attempt to educate the members about the stress created by the changes in water temperatures. A brief article will be added to the website as well.

Mr. Jeff Silverman reported a rumor about dead fish Specifically, he noted concerns about the stream by Culver, near the maintenance area and the possibility of pollutants and salt leaching into the stream. He asked about how this area is being monitored. Mr. Paul Matarazzo reported that Nature Works has identified this area as one of their sampling locations. He added that no pesticides in bulk are being used in this area. A new salt shed base will be utilized to prevent any leaching of salt.

Mr. Peter Campbell expressed concerns that “we can do better” back by the compactor. Specifically, he mentioned hydraulic fluid and oil that he has observed when looking over the edge at the garbage dump.

Mr. Peter Campbell asked about posting signs about the rules for fishing. He noted that he has observed fishermen both fishing illegally and/or keeping too many. Mr. Paul Matarazzo will order signs for the smaller lakes and for the entrances to both Gateway and Holiday Park. Fishing regulations will be posted in the newspaper.

Mr. Matarazzo reported that once the dam is redone, picnic tables may be purchased for the grass patch area off Windemere Road.

Mr. Nolte asked about the waitlist for the kayak and canoe racks. Mr. Matarazzo reported that although we could consider adding a rack at Brooks Lake, we are not allowed to add a rack at the main lake due to space issues and DEP regulations. Staff are going through the list and space present to assess what else is available. Hideout Recreational Staff meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 4pm for those who wish to attend a meeting.

Mr. Rivera discussed the possibility of increasing free off-site storage for kayaks and canoes in the future.

There are four (4) abandoned boats campground area. The magistrate is working to get them moved.

Mr. Silverman reported that he received a call a few weeks ago reminding him to put his lot number on his dock. There was discussion about increased boat patrol this year and more frequent checks for boaters to be boater safety certified.

The mating pair of geese has returned.

Meeting was adjourned at 9:00.

Next meeting: June 22nd at 8:30

Members that are observing feral/community cats roaming around their property can get enrolled in the TNR program by completing the online, PDF fillable “Consent to Trap Form” available here https://www.pdffiller.com/en/link_to_fill/672769522.htm

Are you interested in getting involved as a C Alley Cats volunteer or wish to make a donation to their non-profit organization? Please email calley@ptd.net or call them at (570) 226-6780.

REMINDER:The Hideout rules and regulations state that in support of our community’s wildlife management efforts and to reduce the need for future culls, that the feeding of any wildlife (with the exception of birds) within The Hideout is prohibited and is subject to an initial Citation and Fine in the amount of $1,000.00. Anyone who chooses to feed birds can do so only if they use a bird feeder(s) unit that is kept at a minimum height of eight (8) feet above ground level, if not, they will also be subject to a Citation and a $1,000.00 fine.

COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES

Environmental Control Committee Meeting

Minutes - June 14, 2024

Call to Order at: 9:00 am

Pledge of Allegiance

Present: : Mike Burns – Chairperson, Paul Spiese, Ron Phelps, John McNichol, Paul Matarazzo – Environmental Manger, Dennis Polhamus – Facilities Manager, Rich Guiffredo, Board Liaison Larry Frotten – Community Manager (via Zoom), Tina Fairfax, Guest: Jill Metschulat – Assistant Community Manger

Motion to approve the meeting minutes of 5/24/24: Approved as written. Motion: Ron Phelps 2nd Paul Spiese

Permits issued 5/23/24 – 6/2/2024: Approved by unanimous vote after short discussion. Motion: Paul Spiese 2nd Ron Phelps

REVIEW/DISCUSSION

Lot Violations/Citations: Ongoing. Discussion of blocked culverts and ditches and how to lessen the possibility of them causing damage to lots and surrounding area/lots. Motion made to lessen the days on a citation from 30 to 15 days for this violation. Motion: Paul Spiese 2nd Ron Phelps Approved unanimously.

Variance Request: Reviewed and approved. Letter will be sent to owner.

Project Updates:

•Line Striping: Has begun.

•Crack Sealing: Will begin in the fall.

•Driving Range: Area has been graded and the project is coming along well.

•Deerfield Culvert: Has been approved by DEP. Getting prices.

•Main Gate: Ongoing.

•Clickers & Gate Cards: Can no longer get parts for our current system. Looking to change the method of gate entry in the beginning of 2025.

NEW BUSINESS

Question: Do we still spray for weeds? Yes, we do.

Committee Meeting Report (CMR): The committee discussed a CMR being proposed by the Public Safety Committee, in regard to heavy equipment associated with New Home building, including processes, fees and PS escort issues. Paul will draft a CMR for committee review for the next meeting.

Meeting ended at: 10:00 am Motion: Paul Spiese 2nd Ron Phelps

Next Meeting: Friday, 6/28/23, 9:00 at the POA Board Room

EXECUTIVE SESSION

COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES

Environmental Control Committee Meeting Minutes - June 28, 2024

Call to Order at: 9:00 am Pledge of Allegiance

Present: Mike Burns – Chairperson, Paul Spiese, Ron Phelps, John McNichol, Paul Matarazzo – Environmental Mgr, Dennis Polhamus – Facilities Mgr, Larry Frotten –Community Mgr (via phone), Tina Fairfax, Guest: Jill Metschulat – Asst Community Mgr, Matt Puzio – Public Safety Mgr, Jeff Benhke – Ops Supervisor

Excused: Rich Guiffredo – Board Liaison Motion to approve the meeting minutes of 6/14/24: Approved as written. Motion: Paul Spiese 2nd Ron Phelps

Permits issued 6/13/24 – 6/26/2024: Approved by unanimous vote after short discussion. Motion: Paul Spiese 2nd Ron Phelps

REVIEW/DISCUSSION

Lot Violations/Citations: Ongoing. Discussion of.

Variance Request(s): Three presented, two approved. Letters will be sent to the approved. The third will be referred back to homeowner for further consideration. Update: Homeowner presented additional information and this variance was approved unanimously via email. Let was sent to owner.

CMR – Oversized Loads: Discussion of how to best handle this. A CMR will

be drafted to recommending addressig through the New Single-Family Home permit application. Public Safety will get DOT language for oversized load and Paul will draft the CMR.

Property Owner Question: Owner questioned if they could erect a temporary mesh barrier fence to safeguard their car getting hit by golf balls. Paul will go and take a look. Decision will be left to Paul’s judgement.

Project Updates:

•Main Gate: Revisions required by PENNDOT, Peters Consultants are working on. Still waiting on PPL quote for moving of poles.

•Tennis Courts: Looking good.

•Clubhouse Deck & Tiki Bar: Scheduled for fall. Railings will be wood with metal ballasts.

•Stormwater: Ongoing. Doing well, even with recent storms.

•Deerfield Culvert: Quotes are in. NEW BUSINESS

Wildwood Hunting Club: Discussion of Fence being erected.

Meeting ended at: 9:50 am Motion: Paul Spiese 2nd Ron Phelps

Next Meeting: Friday, 7/12/23, 9:00 at the POA Board Room

EXECUTIVE SESSION

Keep Recycling Successful - Single Stream Recycling

Acceptable Items:

• Milk Cartons

• Aluminum Cans

• Glass Bottles (green, clear, brown)

• Tin & Bi-Metallic Containers: (including aerosol cans)

• Aseptic Milk/Juice Cartons

• Juice Boxes

• Aluminum Foil (pie plates, etc.)

• Plastic Containers - 1-7

• Frozen Food Cartons

• Paper Egg Cartons

• Newspaper

• Magazines & Catalogs

• Kraft Paper (brown grocery bags)

• Chipboard/Box Board

• White & Colored Ledger Paper

• Notebook Paper

• Construction Paper

• Soft Covered Workbooks,

• Telephone & Paperback Books

• Junk Mail (incl. envelopes & coupons)

• White Envelopes

• Computer, Fax, & Copy Paper

Unacceptable Items:

• NO Trash

• NO Diapers

• NO Clothing

• NO Styrofoam

• NO Plastic Bags

• NO Caps or Lids

• NO Food

• NO Compost

• NO Yard Waste

PLEASE remember to rinse your containers BEFORE you recycle them! Thank you!

• NO Greasy Pizza Boxes

South Side

Trash & Recycling Area Hours

Monday 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Tuesday 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Wednesday 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Thursday 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Friday 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Sunday 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

www.leealobley.com

Do you have a birthday announcement that you would like to run in The Hideabout?

Child or grandchild to show off?

Catch a big fish?

Send your picture to palmquist@thehideout.us or mail to

Hideabout Editor

640 The Hideout Lake Ariel, PA 18436.

The Hideabout Newspaper

If members wish to receive their Hideabout Newspaper in the mail, they can subscribe for $30 per year (April-March issues) to receive a monthly Hideabout.

You can pay online at: www.hideoutassoc.com and click on the “payment button.” Please make sure to specify in the “memo” section Hideabout Subscription. The Hideabout Newspaper will still be stocked at the North and Main Gate Mailboxes and at the amenities each month.

You can also view it on The Hideout website at: www.hideoutassoc.com

SHOP LOCAL

ROAMINGWOOD SEWER &

Roamingwood Sewer and Water Association

WATER ASSOCIATION

P.O. Box 6, Lake Ariel, PA 18436 (570) 698-6162

Check out our website at: https://www.roamingwood.com

2024

Proposed RS&W Board Meeting Schedule Dates subject to approval & changes

All meetings are held at the RS&W Office Wednesdays at 10:00 AM (unless otherwise indicated).

August 21

September 25

October 5 (Sat)

November 20

December 18

METER INSTALLATION / LEAD & COPPER SERVICE LINE INSPECTIONS

RS&W customer service representatives are currently reaching out to community members to schedule both a meter replacement and an EPA mandated inspection of your water service lines.

• Selling your home? Arrange for your realtor to schedule a technician come in and inspect the line and change the meter while it is vacant.

• Coming up for the season? Call for an appointment when coming to open your home.

• Full-time resident? We have Saturday appointments to fit your schedule.

Please help us by calling to schedule these appointments. Appointments are available: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM 2:00 PM and Saturdays 8:30 AM 1:00 PM.

GET CUSTMER PORTAL ACCESS

Visit our new Customer Portal at https://rsw.secure.munibilling.com or through our website at www.roamingwood.com/billing to create your user account

Click the Pay Online button and the portal will direct you to your new payment options. Sign Up for Autopay will create an ACH authorization to withdraw your payment on the last day of each billing month. For customers who wish to autopay, but do not have access to a computer, our customer service representatives will be happy to assist in setting your account up.

Service Hours of Operation

Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM Rates for Service

Scheduled Service Hour Rates:

Service Call - $50.00, minimum Water On/Off - $20.00

Unscheduled After Service Hour Rates:

Service Call - $75.00, minimum Water On/Off - $75.00 Other Rates:

Sat., 10:00 PM to Mon., 7:30 AM

Service Call - $85.00, premium Water On/Off - $85.00 On Holidays, Premium Rates Apply

RS&W staff is on-call 7 days per week; 24 hours per day. If you have a water or sewer emergency, call (570) 698-6162, wait for operator and press OPTION 1, to leave your name, lot number and phone number where you can be reached and your call will be returned promptly. All non-emergency service calls require 24 hour notice to schedule an appointment during regular working hours.

Payments can also be made with no fees through your personal banking Online Bill Pay Application through our bank import Lock Box. Most online banking platforms offer a recurring payment selection.

E-checks & AutoPay Payments- $1.00/transaction fee with a limit of $5,000/transaction Rates for Credit / Debit Cards - Tiered fees up to max 2.99% on charges of $200.00 or greater.

GO PAPERLESS!!

A convenient & safe way to receive our RS&W quarterly bills!

• Access statement and additional mailings (Newsletter and Annual Water Quality Report) right from your email.

• Receive your statement immediately and avoid “lost” bills in the mail and possible late fees.

Sign up for EMAIL BILLING!!!! It is as simple as accessing the MuniBilling Customer Portal and checking off Email in the Statements section, calling our Main Office at (570) 698-6162 Option# 2 or emailing us at service@roamingwood.com and request to go paperless.

Annual Water Quality Report 2024 -

The Roamingwood Sewer and Water Association is issuing the results of monitoring conducted on your drinking water for the per iod from January 1 to December 31, 2023. The purpose of this report is to advance consumers ’ understanding of drinking water and heighten awareness of the need to protect precious water resources.

The report can be viewed online at: www.roamingwood.com/about/water-quality-report or Directly at: www.roamingwood.com/waterreport

These reports are furnishable upon request by mail. Please contact our main office during business hours at (570) 698-6162 to request a copy be mailed to you.

Drinking water, know what’s in it for you !

Equal Opportunity Employer

Roamingwood Sewer & Water Association is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

HOMES FOR SALE

• House for sale

• Book your Vacation or Full Time Rentals with your Hideout Specialists, RE/MAX BEST 570-698-7299/ 800-577-5005, www.hideoutbest.com, remaxbestinfo@yahoo.com

HOMES FOR RENT

CANOE FOR

"Old Town" Canoe for sale $650 OBO (609)217-1829

$239,900. For more info see The Hideout website. Jerry 201-935-1041. ROBIN SKIBBER FOR THE 139TH

SALE

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ADVERTISERS IN THIS ISSUE

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Al Dente’s Pizzeria Page 44

Anne McCausland- Keller Williams Page 14

Apple Maintenance Inc. Page 15

Apple Maintenance Inc. Page 62

Aurel’s TV & Appliances Page 45

B Madigan Jerwelry and Gifts Page 64

BiG WOODY'S Page 64

Blue Ox Tree Service Page 24

Brothers’ Lawn Care & Const. Page 19

BTM Flooring Page 43

Bug E. Bug Pest Control Page 64

Carey Construction Page 47

Century 21 - Hamlin Office Page 3

CM’s Construction, Inc. Page 12

Colors Unite Painting Page 67

Countryman Home Improve. Page 64

Cover All Painting Co. Page 54

Crum Tree Service Page 64

DeAngelo Pest Control Page 64

Deep Clean Carpet & Upholstery Page 54

Destiny Contracting Page 67

Dirlam Bros. Lumber Co., Inc. Page 65

Duffy Plumbing Page 12

Elaine I. Smith Notary Public Page 64

Elm Tree Physical Therapy Page 32

Evergreen Chimney Page 54

Forbes Pest Control Page 67

Gouldsboro Chimney Page 65

Hamlin Motorsports Page 44

House Cleaning by Heather Coccodrilli Page 65

Integra-Clean & Dry Page 42

J. Paladino - Berkshire Hathaway Page 13

Jake’s Carpet Page 46

James Wilson Funeral Home Page 49

JC Contracting L.L.C. Page 16

Jim Histed’s Plumbing & Heating Page 67

Joe Paladino- Berkshire Hathaway Page 13

John’s Italian Restaurant Page 54

JSD Electrical Page 19

JT’s Painting & Contracting Page 46

K.N. Electric Page 64

K & K Cleaning Page 44

KBS Enterprises Page 18

Koberlein Septic Page 14

Locklin’s Bottled Gas, Inc. Page 64

M & D Plumbing & Electrical Page 67

Madison McGlone - Chant Realtors Page 16

Mike’s Walk-In Carpet Page 44

NEPA Roof & Ext. House Washing Page 64

NEPA Waterpoofing Page 16

New Wave Marine Page 18

Northeast Gutter Pro Page 67

Orkin Pest Control Page 67

Physical Therapy Assoc. of NEPA Page 42

Precision Tree Co. Page 67

Pressure Brothers LLC Page 12

Reese Paving Page 47

RE/MAX BEST Page 2

RFWCO Page 47

Rif's 3D's Page 15

Rita's Water Ice Page 54

Rinaldi Land Surveying Inc. Page 65

Rockwell Travel Page 14

Scotty’s Services Inc. Page 54

ShingleMe Roofing Page 46

Simon Says Remodeling Co. Page 43

St. Mary’s Villa Page 47

Stag Tree Specialists Page 32

State Farm-Arlene McHale Page 46

State Farm-Crosby Ins & Fin Svcs Page 44

Sue's Corner Cuts Page 64

Superior Plus Propane Page 40

Titan Power & Soft Washing Page43

Tony Z LLC Landscape, Lawn, & Tree Page 17

Tony Z LLC Remodeling Division Page 67

Tony's Window + Chandelier Cleaning Page 15

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