The Hideabout May 2024

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Inside this issue: MARCH 2024 • HIDEOUTASSOC.COM • VOLUME 43 • ISSUE 3 Life is better in a Community Gold Star MAY 2024 • hideoutassoc.com • VOLUME 43 • ISSUE 5 President's Message 5 Community Manager's Message ....................... 5 UPCOMING EVENT: Field of Flags 4 Food & Beverage Corner 9 Facilities Corner ................................................. 6 Communications Corner 7 Pro Shop Corner 8 Meet Your New Neighbors ................................. 7 Registration Corner 6 Management Team Contacts 7 Hideout Phone Numbers.................................... 9 Food & Beverage 8-12,16-17 BOD Information 20 Environmental Page .................................... 26-27 Nubia Malkin Art Center 36-37 Recreation 32-33, 38-39 Employment ................................................ 19, 61 Important Information You Should Know 44 Area Worship Services 51 Pedestrian Safety ............................................. 51 Financials 52-55 Recycling Page 62 Amenity Fees ............................................... 40-41 Local Community Happenings 42-43 Bowling League............................................30,31 RS&W Info and Updates ..................................60 Advertisers' Directory 64
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4 • MAY 2024 THE HIDEABOUT NEWSPAPER

Board President’s Message

The month of May has finally arrived, and I am reminded of an old saying, “April showers bring May flowers”. This past April, Mother Nature sure took that saying in a literal sense. April was wet, wet, wet. All that rain reminded me how the weather impacts our lives here in The Hideout. As the spring and summer seasons are upon us, and the weather cooperates, we look forward to outdoor activities. We can enjoy relaxing activities such as leisurely walks, or a cooling dip in the lake or pool while soaking up some vitamin D from the sun. Others may enjoy more robust activities such as a game of tennis, pickleball or a round of golf. Of course, any activity can be followed by enjoying some good food and a cold beverage at the Tiki Bar with friends.

Just as Mother Nature controls our outdoor activities, she has the same control over our Maintenance Department. Currently, our Maintenance Department is doing a great job getting our warm weather amenities up and running. But all it takes is a heavy rain or windstorm and they must divert their resources to handling storm water runoff or

cleaning up downed trees and limbs. Heavy rain also can make the golf course soggy and unusable for some time. The weather can also control amenity improvements.

A good example is the resurfacing of pickle courts. The resurfacing requires several days of dry weather in a row to allow for that project to be started and completed.

The weather also has an impact on our budget. Just as warm weather in the winter can negatively be reflected in Ski Hill income, a rainy spring and summer can reduce income from many of our warm weather amenities. Income from the pools, golf course, Tiki Bar and others are dependent on good weather.

As spring and summer are finally upon us, let’s all hope Mother Nature provides us with sunny skies and warm weather. But regardless of the weather, just enjoy all that The Hideout has to offer!

FROM JOHN BOANDL, RECREATION MANAGER Recreation Corner

Greetings… Summer is just around the corner for the Recreation Department.

With a busy season coming up, I wanted to take a minute to discuss some recreational opportunities that some people might not be aware of. For those of you that haven’t checked out The Hideout’s Outdoor Sports Complex yet, it is located right behind the Recreation Center on North Fairway Drive. It is a truly gorgeous amenity with an oversized pavilion, horseshoe pits, bocce ball courts, a playground, and a sand volleyball court. We also offer this amenity for rental opportunities such as parties or special occasions. Please contact Recreation at 570-630-3733 with any questions.

When you’re looking to stay inside on a hot or maybe a rainy day, I encourage you to check out the Nubia Malkin Art Center. The Nubia Malkin Art Center is located right across the street from the Ski Hill. The dedicated staff offer a number of programs and events, for beginners and advanced crafters. You

can paint an amazing ceramic piece, or even take part in creating stained glass projects. The staff would love to show you around and introduce you to everything that’s offered at the Art Center. Call Recreation today at 570-630-3733 to sign up for a class and learn more about our Art Center.

Roamingwood Lake, Brooks Lake, and Deerfield Lake are all located within the Hideout Community. Each lake is different and offers a beautiful setting for your summer outing. The fishing and recreational opportunities are amazing at all three locations. To find out more about fishing in the Hideout, please read Paul Matarazzo (Hideout Environmental Manager)’s May article.

We’re happy to hear from you, so if you have any questions about how to utilize some of our amenities, please do not hesitate to reach out!

FROM LARRY F R OTTEN Community Manager’s Message

The leaves are sprouting on the trees indicating our last lasting winter may have come to an end and we can dedicate ourselves to all the wonders of spring. Our Maintenance Department is already moving forward with cleaning our streets, installing amenity equipment and preparing to continue our work restoring various infrastructure. Recreation is also fully involved with planning summer events and hiring staff to maintain our seasonal amenities. We urge members to check our broadcast detailing new programs for the summer including Concerts on the Hill being reviewed for the Ski Hill Complex. Public Safety is continuing their efforts in traffic enforcement and also filling summer time positions.

The POA is processing registration information and dues collections along with all the other functions that keep The Hideout functioning successfully. We are very appreciative of the members who have paid their dues in such a timely manner. The golf course will hopefully open on time this year if our weather permits. Food and Beverage is updating their services and providing entertainment at the Lodge and Clubhouse. We recommend you watch for these events as they have been very entertaining and support our desire to provide the best we can to our members.

The Hideout is seeking staff in various areas. We ask our members to contact anyone they may know who would like summer and fulltime employment. Currently we do have some staff needs, however we have been very fortunate with the resumes we have been receiving. The Hideout is the 6th largest employer in Wayne County and we offer generous wage and benefits packages along with a beautiful setting to work in. We have openings in in our Food and Beverage area, Public Safety, Recreation and Golf. These jobs vary and most can be performed by retirees and young adults. Your assistance would help in continuing to make The Hideout a great place.

This is also the time of the year we wish to remind our members about certain rules and regulations that impact all of us as members and employees. Members are reminded fireworks are prohibited in The Hideout unless authorized by The Board of Directors. Therefore, for

all intents the use of fireworks is prohibited and significant fines will be assessed to anyone who violates The Hideout policy on fireworks. Fireworks are detrimental to our four-legged friends and most of our senior citizens. We understand many members enjoy the displays provided by fireworks and The Hideout does provide a fireworks exhibition. This year our fireworks are scheduled for Saturday, July 6th. We continue to stress our enforcement of speeding violations. The speed limit in The Hideout is 25MPH unless otherwise posted. Property owners are reminded they should inform all their guests of our rules including speeding. Other rules governing rental properties should be adhered to. Rules governing use of amenities, especially the pools, beaches and recreation should be reviewed with all guests. One rule, the Board has approved is not allowing firearms within amenities that serve alcohol.

This is the time of year when The Hideout is gearing up for the election of officers to the Board of Directors. This year we have seen a very positive interest with members registering to run as candidates. We urge our members to seek and review the qualifications of all the candidates. The Board of Directors is the representative of the members and those elected should be qualified to set policies for a complex business such as The Hideout. This year there are 3 positions open. Members need to familiarize themselves with the candidates so that we can continue to grow The Hideout as a residential community. These Board members are volunteers are asked to give many hours of their valuable time to work on complex issues affecting The Hideout. We should all acknowledge the debt of gratitude owed to them for their service.

As we enter the warmer weather season, we wish you a wonderful, healthy spring season. A season where nature regenerates. We hope you find time to enjoy the beauty of spring. Above all STAY SAFE.

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now accepting applications for seasonal employment opportunities! see page 58 for details

FROM KELLY ANN-VACCARO, REGISTRATION SUPVR

Registration Corner

As the demanding revalidation period slowly unwinds, the Registration Department would like to thank our membership for your understanding and cooperation during this time! While we are updating member files, please keep in mind if there are any changes or additions made in regard to property deeds, our office will also need to obtain a copy, since we are not directly notified by the courthouse.

LLC/Inc. documentation is also required to be updated each and every year with your annual assessment. The Resolution Document can be found directly on The Hideout website: hideoutassoc. com/Resources/Documents_Forms.

Should you still need to complete your Personal Guarantee, please contact our office in order to receive the correct

documentation.

Please note it is the responsibility of the property owner to register all household pets with the POA Office. Keep in mind this also applies to those animals that do not require a tag to utilize the dog park. With this being said, all household pets should be properly documented under your lot should an incident arise.

Facilities Corner

Summer is closing in!

The Hideout Public Works Department is gearing up for the upcoming summer season. We have been working on getting the parks, beaches and outside amenities ready to open. The outdoor restrooms are now open for members to use while walking around the lake and visiting the parks and beaches. Over the next few weeks our team will be regrading the Main and North Beach and adding some new sand. The Main beach had some work completed to correct a stormwater issue and some new drains installed.

tennis court in 2025.

The Tiki Bar extension is scheduled to start in the fall of 2024 due to a delay in railing fabrication and revised plans from the township. We decided to hold off on the extension until the fall of 2024 to prevent closing the Tiki Bar.

As always, The Registration Department is open Tuesday through Saturday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., and can be contacted at (570) 698-4100 extension 0, should you have any questions or concerns.

POA Office Hours:

Tuesday - Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Sunday and Monday closed

Any 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. a license plate number in order to obtain a pass.

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

Thank you! ■

NEXT MEETING DATES:

BOARD OF DIRECTORS WORKSHOP

Friday, May 3, 2024, 1 p.m. at the POA Board Room & on Zoom

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING Saturday, May 11, 2024, 9 a.m. at the Main Lodge & on Zoom

2024 has already been a very busy year for our crew. Stormwater swales, drainage ditches and culvert pipes were repaired on a variety of problem areas. The Maplewood Swale project is completed and I’m happy to report this project was completed in-house, saving The Hideout a huge amount of money and this swale is working great. We still have a list of stormwater projects to complete this year and our crew performs all this work in-house. The road crew is extremely knowledgeable in the work they perform and we continue to see progress on The Hideout’s stormwater management.

The Main Pool project is just about completed and will be ready for Memorial Weekend. The Main Pool was completely overhauled with new concrete decking, new gunite (sprayed concrete) on the interior and updated electric. We also installed new pool pumps and a water filtration system to enhance the water quality. The North Recreation building had the decking replaced by The Hideout Maintenance team and it looks amazing. This was to replace all the boards that have become hazardous.

The North Recreation tennis court is being completely resurfaced with new asphalt and new pickleball courts. The North Recreation tennis court will now be used strictly for pickleball, as we have converted this court to six pickleball courts. We plan on renovating the POA

The Clubhouse deck will be replaced in the fall of 2024 with all new piers to support a future addition and new deck boards. This project was also put on hold until the fall to prevent closing the entrance during our busy season.

The Hideout roads are scheduled to be stripped before Fourth of July weekend. We are currently waiting on the bids from PennBid for the board to open and review. We are also working on cracksealing the Hideout roads in 2024 and we are in the site visit stage of the bid process.

The Ski Hill will be getting a new addition this summer to add storage for the Ski Hill Grill. This addition will also be completed in-house and will add more storage and a walk-in freezer to assist with product storage for the Grill. The Ski Hill Manager has been busy getting the hill ready for the 2025 winter season with some new equipment and covers for the Magic Carpet. The Ski Hill team is also preparing all the rental equipment and lift equipment for next season.

The Golf Course cart paths on holes seven and eight will be finished as weather permits. As we all know, the golf course gets a lot of water, so there have been some delays with getting equipment on the course and preventing damage.

The Hideout Public Works Department is excited for this upcoming season and we look forward to ensuring the Hideout remains a gold star community!

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.

Bulk

Garbage Hours at the Maintenance Building

Monday-Wednesday-Friday-Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

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

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, F ACILITIES M ANAGER
FROM D ENNIS P OLHAMUS

Communications Corner

It is no coincidence that my article falls in line with our “Meet Your Neighbors” section in this month’s publication. I’d like to reiterate the very warm welcome to our community. I’d also like to not only introduce The Hideabout Newspaper to these newest members, but also reintroduce the newspaper to all our readers. There are sections often overlooked, that I am going to use this little soapbox to highlight. Many readers, (including myself in years past) often skim these pages, stop on an article or advertisement that piques interest, and then perhaps plop it on their coffee table until the next issue hits stands the following month. Then, throughout that month, day to day life is happening. You are trying to decide what to do for dinner, or plan weekend activities for friends that are heading here to visit. Maybe you are looking for those dinner options because there is a problem with your stove? Then, out of nowhere, that red light and alarm on your grinder pump goes off!

Any one of these scenarios might have you frustrated and reaching for the phone to ask social media friends for ideas for weekend plans, or googling “repair man near me.” However, the answers to all these scenarios, AND MORE, have all been quietly sitting on your coffee table. Neatly folded in the pages of that Hideabout you cruised through last week, are many valuable reference tools: Amenity information like Menus for our Food & Beverage locations, as well as a daily breakdown of Recreation Activities are updated and included monthly.

Important phone numbers for any and every Hideout department you could think of too (some right here on this page and more on page 9)

From Public Safety, to ask questions about checking in those weekend visitors, to Recreation, for details about those activities listed or The Clubhouse, to book your dinner reservations, it’s all here.

Each paper even includes a section submitted directly from RS&W with water updates, and emergency contacts for those grinder pump issues.

Many options for a handyman or contractor to tackle those more advanced around the house repairs are also throughout the paper.

These are just a few of the resources always available, including a section straightforwardly titled, “Important Information you should know.”

The best way to navigate the paper quickly is by consulting either the Table of Contents on the cover of every issue (to track down departmental specific info), or the Advertisers’ Directory on the back page (for a list of local businesses included in The Hideabout that service our community).

Whether you are one of our new neighbors picking up The Hideabout for the first time, or a long-time reader: I invite you to peruse its pages and not hesitate to reach out and let me know if there is information you think would be valuable to include.

Welcome to the Community!

Please join us in welcoming our newest Members of The Hideout! These are homeowners who've recently bought a home and completed registration with the POA. We wish you years of health, happiness and memories here!

A very warm WELCOME to....

Jade & Brandi White Oxford NJ

Danielle & Chris Romano Fair Lawn NJ

Kristine & Scott Marut Roosevelt NJ

The Thompson Family Cranford NJ

Pinal Singh & Jagpreet Kakkar Freehold NJ

Bruce, Ellen & Samuel Pearson Summerville SC

Andrew Colebrook & Dariana Durdach Pasadena MD & Lake Ariel PA

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

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. ■

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FROM PAIGE ALMQUIST, COMMUNITY RELATIONS MANAGER

Pro Shop Corner

looks to be another great year at the Hideout Golf Course. The cart paths on holes 7 and 8 are currently in the process of being replaced and should be completed in a couple of weeks, weather permitting. There will not be any price increases on greens, cart fees and golf pass fees this season. Golf passes should be available on or around May 1st at the POA office.

Plans are going forward to install a driving range near the Laurel Park camp grounds. A timetable has not been established as of yet.

Below you will find the tentative golf tournament schedule for 2024. We are restarting the “Play for Pink” Tournament this year. This is a fundraiser for breast cancer research. I am in need of volunteers to assist me in raising funds for this great cause. Please call the Pro Shop and leave your name and phone number if you would like to assist in this worthy cause. I will contact you to set up our first meeting sometime in May. Thank you in advance.

Tentative League start dates, based on 2023’s schedule, are as follows:

Thursday Night Men’s League will kick-off their season on May 9th. Their league runs through September 5th. Last year’s members will be contacted. There will not be a meeting for the Thursday Night Men’s League. If you are interested in the Thursday Night League, please call the Pro Shop at extension 180 and we will sign you up.

The Tuesday Morning Men’s League starts two weeks later on May 21st and runs through August 27th. The meeting for the Tuesday League will be held on Tuesday, May 14th at 9:00am. The meeting is in the pool room, located directly across from the Pro Shop. The Thursday HASG League will start on Thursday, May 30th and runs until September 5th. We are awaiting more information on the start date of the Hideout Women’s Golf League, please stay tuned.

WOMEN’S GOLF LEAGUE –

MONDAYS & FRIDAYS THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER

If you like playing golf, meeting new people and having an enjoyable Monday and/or Friday morning on the links, we welcome old and new players alike. You do not have to be an expert golfer to join. We WELCOME women of all abilities.

Opening day starts on May 31st and ends on August 30th with a group lunch at the Clubhouse on Friday, August 30th. However, many of us continue playing right through the fall, weather permitting. Most games will be played at the Hideout although we will try to book one day in July and one in August at other courses within a 30-minute drive from the HO just for some variety.

Members are required to pay $10 in dues which is used for prize money throughout the season as we will often incorporate fun games, i.e. lowest number of putts, 3-club play, best team score in a scramble, etc. In addition, we’re asking everyone to pay $5.00 to the pro shop to obtain a Hideout handicap. You will need to have 5 scores recorded to obtain that handicap. Ideally, we’d like everyone to have a handicap by mid-July.

If interested, please email Carolyn Hanel at cbhanel@ gmail.com or Lili Mahlab (Seiden) at lilimahlab@gmail.com.

HASG Golf League

Wow!It’s golf time again!! Our league has grown far beyond what I would have imagined when John Hinton asked me to take it over four years ago. Carol had run it for so many years and done such great job that I was nervous about taking it on. Thanks, Carol, for all your hard work! We have grown from 32 people in the league to 72 which is full capacity and a waiting list!

The league has grown due to all my friends and associates who have helped me along with ideas and physical help. I would like to thank them at the beginning of this season because many people don’t realize how much work is involved in making this league run. First of all, there are our CAPTAINS who are so patient with the beginners and help them in every way, and of course, we have our friendly photographer, ROB TROMBLEY who never gets in our group picture because he is taking the picture and organizing everyone. My other two friends; DALE CONLON and MIKE HANBURY who never make a sound but are always there to help me out, BILL WAGNER who has enough on his plate but still takes the takes the time to talk at every meeting while Audrey and I are in Florida. And let’s not forget our president “MARGE CONLON” who has done a great job with HASG and added many new FUN things like karaoke, dances and many more. Audrey and I almost wish we were here this winter because all my

friends were having so much fun! Notice I said “almost”. No, really, thanks all of you, this league wouldn’t be what it is without you guys and gals.

The HASG league is a Captain’s best ball league golf League which is part of the HASG club. The HASG golf League takes over when the bowling league, run by Rick and Reggie Hadley is finished. Our golf league was started to develop a social league in keeping within the tenets of the HASG club. We play with a different foursome every week and never with our husband, wife or partner. What sense would that make, everyone already knows their partner! At the end of the season, every golfer should play with 42 different people if they play all 14 days. (May 30th thru September 5th.)

If you are new to the Hideout or just want to have a great time, try the HASG Club and it’s Bowling and Golf leagues. We are an active part of the Hideout and we have two of our golfers running for the Board this year; our president- MARGE CONLON and MIKE HANBURY, please support them and also our existing golfers who are already on the BoardLou Delli Santi, Robert Trombley and of course Bill Wagner.

You can call or text me; John Martino 570-892-0545 or email me; Jamartino414@gmail.com

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FROM AL LUTZI, PRO SHOP MANAGER,
May 2024

HIDEOUT PHONE NUMBERS

(570) 630-3700

(570) 630-3703

(570) 630-3704

(570) 630-3705

(570) 630-3706

(570) 630-3707

(570) 630-3708

(570) 630-3709

(570) 630-3710

(570) 630-3711

(570) 630-3712

(570) 630-3715

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(570) 630-3720

(570) 630-3721

(570) 630-3722

(570) 630-3723

(570) 630-3724

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(570) 630-3728

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(570) 630-3731

(570) 630-3732

(570) 630-3733

(570) 630-3734

(570) 630-3735

(570) 630-3736

(570) 630-3737

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Food & Beverage Corner

To Our Valued Members:

Front Desk

Larry Frotten, Community Manager

Gina Colazingari, HR Generalist

Katie Beck, Human Resources Manager

Kelly-Ann Vaccaro, Registration Supvr.

Paige Almquist, Community Relations Manager

Tina Fairfax, Administrative Assistant

Caroline Mongelli, Executive Assistant

IT Department

Katrina Wehrmann, Accounts Payable

Francine Spinelli, Revenue Auditor

Debra Tramantano, Financial Manager

Dennis Polhamus, Facilites Manager

Matt Puzio, Public Safety Manager

John Boandl, Recreation Manager

Maintenance

Facilities Department

Jill Metschulat, Asst. Community Manager

Paul Matarazzo, Environmental Manager

Jack Wasilewski, Food & Beverage Manager

Public Safety Patrol Room

Ski Hill Operations Manager

Clubhouse Bar

Clubhouse Hostess

Brett Schumacher, Main Lodge

Recreation Main Desk

Ceramics Area Nubia Malkin Art Center

Fitness Center

Golf Pro Shop Desk

North Gate

It’s May, hard to believe I’m saying that! The countdown is officially on. The Tiki Bar’s “soft open” will have limited open hours starting tentatively on May 17th. Brett, our Executive Chef, has the Tiki Bar food and drink menu completed and ready to go. The Tiki Bar is being deep-cleaned and stocked. Arlene, our Snack Bar Supervisor, is in the process of shutting down the Ski Grill for the summer and moving over to the beach snack bar. Phillip, our Clubhouse Kitchen Manager, and Sakita, our Club House Kitchen Supervisor, are putting the final touches of the Clubhouse kitchen in preparation for the summer rush. The Maintenance Department is finishing the overhaul and painting of the new beverage golf cart that we hope our golfers will enjoy. The rest of the managers are working with Jonas, the community’s POS system, in order to help reduce high-volume technical glitches.

With the 2024 summer schedule upon us, please note that the last Trivia Night

will be on Thursday, May 2nd and our last Tuesday Lodge Dinner is on May 7th. Mother’s Day Brunch is on Sunday, May 12th, and the Frank Sinatra Tribute is on Saturday, May 18th. Make your reservations soon by calling 570 – 698 – 4100 ext. 151.

The Food and Beverage Department IS HIRING! We are looking for qualified Prep Cooks (daytime), and Line Cooks (full-time or part-time) as soon as possible. We will start interviewing Servers, Bartenders, Service Assistants and Dishwashers. If you or know someone you know (on or off property) are interested in applying, please contact me at extension 159 or Human Resources at extension 105.

The Food and Beverage Department looks forward to another great summer season.

As always, stop and say Hello.

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630-3738 Main Gate FROM J ACK W ASILEWSKI , F OOD & B EVERAGE M GR .
Turn the Page for More NEW Food & Beverage Developments
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NEW MENUS FROM FOOD & BEVERAGE

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

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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

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Marshall's Island Wrap $12

Fried chicken, cheddar cheese, lettuce and green goddess dressing

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Cheese Burger Sliders $12

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Shredded Chicken Wrap $13

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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

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Board Information

2024 HIDEOUT

BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION

Any Hideout Member In Good Standing who is interested in running for the Board of Directors of the Association of Property Owners of The Hideout, Inc. may submit their filing package no later than April 15, 2024 , to Caroline Mongelli, Executive Assistant at the POA Administration Building.

Filing submissions must include the following completed and signed documents :

1. Personal Statement of Candidacy . (Include the date, your name, your lot number, a sentence indicating your intent to run for election, and your signature) , and

2. Affidavit ( notarize d ) , and

3. Authorization for Background Release , and

4. Board of Directors Code of Ethics and Conduct policy agreement

Director duties include , but are not limited to :

• Act as an advocate and ambassador for The Association.

• Maintain a fiduciary relationship with the corporation, acting in good faith for the collective benefit of The Association.

• Maintain a high level of understanding of the Association’s Governing Documents and Financial Statements.

• Actively participate in Board Workshops and Board Meetings.

• Actively participate as a non-voting Liaison on one or more Committees

• Perform the additional duties of a Board Officer, if so elected.

If you would like additional information, please contact Caroline Mongelli at cmongelli@thehideout.us or (570) 630 - 3709

Association of Property Owners of The Hideout, Inc. BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2024 MEETING SCHEDULE

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ENVIRONMENTAL PAGE

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

Greetings. The final evenings and mornings nearing freezing temperatures are seemingly behind us, and bright, sunny days are here to stay. Here is what to look out for in the month of May!

Fires: Ensure that all use of firepits complies with state, and Hideout rules in regards to burning. Use manufactured fire rings within your fire pit (if your fire pit is stone), make sure to use a spark arrestor (especially important during dry conditions). Follow along with burn ban/ risk notices via the Hideout email blast, PADCNR website, and township websites. We ask that members use extreme caution at all times, but specifically when conditions are dry, and pose a risk of forest fires.

Fishing: Anyone 16 or older must possess a valid PA Fishing license. Fishing is permitted on Hideout Lakes: Roamingwood, Brooks and Deerfield. Fishing licenses can be purchased online through the “huntfish.pa.gov” website, or in person at a local sports shop. All Hideout fishing regulations are available at hideoutassoc.com/ Amenities/Environmental/Lakes

Lakes: Microbac testing will commence in all three lakes for E. coli by mid-May, and will continue through the beginning of September. Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) monitoring of all three lakes will continue throughout the summer, and beginning of September.

Please report suspicious algae to the Environmental Manager when sighted. HABs tend to resemble a green colored paint spill on the water’s surface.

NWF (National Wildlife Federation): Please consider registering your Hideout property as certified wildlife habitat through the NWF. Applications are available at the POA building, nature trail entrance, and NWF website. 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, 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, however The Hideout will cover this $20 fee for all residents who seek registration of their property.

For any questions regarding certifying property as NWF wildlife habitat and to register your property, please email the Environmental Manager (pmatarazzo@thehideout. us) for a link providing online registration, or stop by the POA office for a paper application!

COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES

Environmental Control Committee Meeting

Minutes - March 8, 2024

Present: Mike Burns – Chairperson, Paul Spiese, Tom McCleary, Ron Phelps, Paul Matarazzo – Environmental Manger, Dennis Polhamus – Facilities Manager, Larry Frotten – Community Manager, , Tina Fairfax Excused: Rich Guiffredo, Board Liaison

Motion to approve the meeting minutes of 2/23/24: Approved as written. Motion: Paul Spiese 2nd: Mike Burns

Permits issued 2/23/24 – 3/6/2024: Approved by unanimous vote after short discussion. Motion: Paul Spiese 2nd Tom McCleary

REVIEW/DISCUSSION

Lot Violations/Citations: Ongoing

Storage Sheds vs Garages: Discussion of how to handle if an owner wants a larger than 150 sq. ft. sheds, but not a garage. This will be handled via the variance process.

Meeting ended at: 9:10 am Motion: Paul Spiese 2nd Tom McCleary

Next Meeting: Friday, 3/22/23, 9:00 at the POA Board Room

What’s “Hiding Out” in Our Community this Month?

What’s “Hiding Out” in our community this month? May 2024 Edition

Duringthe beginning of summer, specifically the month of May in the Northeast, many animals are getting ready to raise their offspring. As a resident of a rural area, it is important to stay informed of what animals may be having their young and how to safely enjoy them from a distance. The most important thing one can do is not interfere, and let nature take its course. Nine times out of ten, wild animals do not need human intervention. Below you will find some of our local animal’s young that you may see strolling through our beautiful wooded community!

Whitetail Deer

The obvious. Most who have enjoyed The Hideout for some time now have seen their fair share of whitetail deer fawns. They are the most abundant, and visible wildlife offspring that we experience every spring. Deer fawns will begin to pop up during mid-May, and can continue through mid-June. Deer will stash their young in many different hiding places, often times in places where humans observe them. It is important to remember that while their mothers may not be around, they placed their young there for a reason. Enjoy their presence, but do not attempt to interact with fawns! It is also always a good idea to keep pets away from deer fawns. We all know dogs love to chase fawns when they get the opportunity.

Fox / Coyote Pups

While much, much less visible, both species of canines rear their offspring in the spring as well. Generally, canines have a short gestation (pregnancy) period, about 50-70 days. Pups will be born in spring, but remain in their dens until mid/ late summer. Pups can be seen in and around dens before then, but do

not venture too far. Both species of pups are born throughout April and May. While many who are unfamiliar with the species, specifically coyotes may fear their presence, they are generally afraid of humans, and avoid dwellings. However, it is always a good idea to monitor your pets, and keep them away from den sites.

Birds

Many different species of birds will lay eggs, and rear offspring this spring and summer. All birds ranging anywhere from the small American Goldfinch, to the much larger Eastern Turkey, will select their nest sites and raise their young in the upcoming months. It is of the utmost importance that you do not touch or disturb egg sites for any species of bird. Birds do not take well to human interaction with their young/ eggs, and will often abandon the nest site entirely. Eggs/ young have nearly zero chance of survival if abandoned by their parents. Throughout the month of May, Tom (male) eastern turkey can be seen strutting in open areas with their fan (tail feathers) fanned out and gobbling to impress potential mating partners. Whether it’s your first, or 100th time witnessing this, the process is very neat to observe! Remember, spring is a wonderful time of year, that allows us to observe colorful blooms, and young wildlife beginning their journey through life. But we must only observe them. It is important to appreciate from a distance, and allow wildlife ample space to thrive. If you feel something may be wrong with an animal or their offspring, please reach out to myself (Paul Matarazzo) via email or phone to discuss the situation. If an animal truly does need human intervention, I can help you sort through the situation, and determine who needs to be contacted to best help the animal.

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Wildlife and Forestry Committee Meeting

Minutes - March 14, 2024

COMMITTEE:

PRESENT: Cathy Long, Richard Long, Kathy Carpenter, Rosina Taffuri (via zoom), Fred Sakacs (via zoom) Martin Biddinger(via zoom)

ABSENT:

EXCUSED: Joseph Piotrowski

STAFF/BOARD LIASON: Paul Matarazzo, Rick Yocum, GUESTS:

START TIME: 11:02 AM

Pledge of Allegiance

Motion to approve the February 8, 2024 Minutes:

Approved by Fred Sakacs, seconded by Kathy Carpenter

Old Business:

1. Deer Management: there will be a spring survey in early April, weather permitting.

No cull will be taking place in 2024.

New Business:

1. Move the “No feeding wildlife” signs for more visibility

2. Earth Day will be April 22: committee will give wildflower seeds away and will

have annual walking trail clean up with the committee, meet at clubhouse 10:30 am.

3. Entrance pond riparian buffer: Paul is soliciting bids, should be within budget.y as well.

4. NWF: 4 new applications.

5. Forest heath assessment: no response from Green Leaf. Pauls will research a new company.

6. Cathy has received an application to join the committee, she will ask them to join the next meeting.

Tabled:

D.E.P. grant

Standing Items:

1. Spotted Lanternfly

2. Pharagmites

3. Nuisance animals

4. Feral Cats

5. Spongy Moth

6. NWF

Questions & Comments:

Motion to adjourn made by Richard Long, seconded by Martin Biddinger

End Time: 11:39

Next Meeting: April 11, 2024 at POA or via Zoom

COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES

Environmental Control Committee Meeting

Minutes - March 22, 2024

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

Present: : Mike Burns – Chairperson, Paul Spiese, Tom McCleary, Ron Phelps, Paul Matarazzo – Environmental Manger, Dennis Polhamus – Facilities Manager, Rich Guiffredo, Board Liaison Larry Frotten – Community Manager, , Tina Fairfax

Excused: N/A

Motion to approve the meeting minutes of 3/8/24: Approved as written. Motion: Paul Spiese 2nd Tom McCleary

Permits issued 3/7/24 – 3/21/2024: Approved by unanimous vote after short discussion. Motion: Paul Spiese 2nd Mike Burns REVIEW/DISCUSSION

Lot Violations/Citations: Ongoing. Discussion of issues.

Variance Request: Approved and signed by unanimous vote. Letter will be sent to owner.

The Hideout Nature Trail Clean Up

On the morning of April 20th, The Environmental Department along with the Wildlife Forestry Committee and volunteers got together to pick up garbage and clean up debris along The Hideout’s Nature Trail. Participants were given snacks to start, and trash pickers, garbage bags and safety gloves.

Project Updates:

•Maplewood Swale: Complete

•Main Gate: Back with PennDot for revisions. Discussion of project.

•Tiki Bar: Permit pending revisions (needs additional stairway/ramp).

•Deerfield Culvert: Awaiting plans to be drawn up (Kiely & Associates). Discussion of project.

•Entrance Pond: Discussion of island replacement.

•Brooks & Deerfield Lakes: Paul would like to use Bio-Char in these locations.

Boat HP: Larry Frotten alerted the committee that there may be an upcoming recommendation to increase HP requirements for boats. Discussion of.

Meeting ended at: 9:35 Motion: Paul Spiese 2nd Tom McCleary

Next Meeting: Friday, 4/12/23, 9:00 at the POA Board Room

Paul Matarazzo, The Hideout’s Environmental Manager, distributed complimentary native wildflower seed packets to those who participated to plant them at home. Although there was not much garbage to collect, we’re happy to report that several bags of garbage were collected, making the Nature Trail even more beautiful.

“I do the clean up every year and I really enjoy it” said Christine Foley, a member of The Hideout for 19 years. “We had such great weather for this today, and it’s great to see

volunteers interested in making our community a better place. A lot of people don’t even know it exists,” Christine said. “Once they find it and realize how nice it is, I find they utilize it frequently.”

The Nature Trail is a 2.88 mile long rural hiking path through The North Side of The Hideout. The entrance to the trail is right across from the last hole of The Hideout’s Golf Corse. It was formerly known as “The Walking Trail”, but was renamed a few years ago due to the fact that the terrain is rough, muddy, uneven and hilly in some areas. Stollers, sandals, and very young children are advised not to use in this amenity. To get the most out of our Nature Trail, please make sure you wear hiking shoes, muck boots, and appropriate clothing so you can enjoy without hassle. Parking for this amenity is right at The Clubhouse near the golf practice area.

Thank you to those who participated in this wonderful tradition. If you are interested in joining The Hideout’s Wildlife and Forestry Committee, or have any questions regarding the Hideout’s ecosystem, please contact Paul Matarazzo at 570-698-4100 ext. 120 or email him at pmatarazzo@ thehideout.us. We hope to see you next April at our annual Earth Day Nature Trail cleanup!

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.

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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. ■

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People often have preconceived notions about offers and counteroffers. For instance, some people assume every offer requires a counteroffer. This isn’t always the case. Sometimes when a reasonable offer presents itself and the conditions are right, it’s perfectly fine to accept an offer and move forward as quickly as possible. As you review offers, it’s important to keep this in mind.

Be sure to weigh an offer appropriately. As you entertain offers or make counteroffers, take into account your desires with the property in question, the condition of the house, comparable prices, and how long the home has been on the market. You should also look at opportunities where you might improve offers to smooth the process or sweeten the deal.

Finally, it’s very important to put small details in perspective. There may be times when an offer can be overshadowed by a relatively insignificant sticking point. Often these are emotional blocks to an otherwise excellent deal. Home buying and selling is a complex process, and though there is a strong desire for everything to be perfect, the experience is often comes with necessary compromises. It’s vital to be able to differentiate between what can and cannot be compromised.

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WEEK # 27 - With Spring in full bloom, our bowlers were reminded to focus & truly see what matters most!

Congratulations to our “SWEEP” Teams: DON’T BLOW IT, “”4” FRIENDS, ME & MY GALS & WIENER SPLITZEL:

STRIKE KINGS – Geoff Gliebe 205 (571), Willie Schumacher 201, Lou DelliSanti 194 (537), Ken Bertani 189 (507), Pat Noone 188 (514), John Kane 182, Pasquale Mozzone 180, Al Dekler 178 (520), Bill Wagner 176, Ray Lubanski 175, Rich Rosenberg 173, Mike Labate 172 (501), Ed Cherico 171, Mike Burns 170, Will D’Ambrosio 166, Rob Trombley 166, Mike Proscia 163, Mike Hanbury 160, Len Wysocki 160, Dave Dimmick 159, Larry Kiefhaber 158, Dale Conlon 154, Jeff Winkler 153, Vinny Recchio 150, Peter Tomasetti 149, Peter Mennona 148, Chuck Bertani 146, Rick Hadley 139 & John Gaspari 138.

Jeff Coffin hammered out a 334; John Donlon captured a 330; Al Lutzi blasted a 282; Paul Schiavo fired a 373; Jeff Sias tossed a 375 & Ken Wenz snapped up a 363.

STRIKE QUEENS -- Ronnie Noone 205 (482), Doris Kane 199 (494), Christina Almquist 189 (478), Janice Wagner 181 (429), Lorraine Procopio 179 (472), Kim Donlon 169 (438), Karen Bertani 165 (430), Lisa O’Brien 165 (413), Judy Coulter 163 (464), Karen Gliebe 162 (472), Gail Endorf 157 (421), Stephanie Wysocki 155, Marilyn Sevigny 149 (430), Reggie Hadley 147, Marge Conlon 144, Lucille Koehler 138, Donna White 138, Renee Recchio 125, Beth Yocum 123, Merridy Gersten 123 Angela McErlaine 122 & Bobbie Hraba 122. Great Rolling Ladies!!!

JoAnn DelliSanti blitzed the pins for a 325; Sue Dimmick roped a 326; Kathy Lubanski packed a 282; Carolyn Renna scrambled a 264; Jeanne Schumacher snagged a 256 & Joanne Trombley twirled a 311. Team 1 - BABOOM - shattered the pins with a 1840 Team Series. Congratulations to Kim Donlon, Carole Maguire (Absent), Jeff Wikler & Captain Geoff Gliebe for a spectacular round of bowling! Bowlers of the Week:

Karen Bertani put in a fantastic performance on her lanes firing off a 165 & 430...43POA!!! Ken Bertani took total control and drove the pins into the channel for an eye-popping 189 & 507…90POA!! Judy Coulter blasted the pins into oblivion & rolled a sensational 163 & 464...86POA!!! Lou DelliSanti saw visions of strikes and

spares in his head when he carved out a magnificent 194 & 537...66POA!!!

Mike Hanbury strikes it big on the lanes, racking up an awesome 160 & 390...72POA!!! Willie Schumacher did a spectacular job stacking up the XXX’s landing a whopping 201 & 492…69POA!!! Janice Wagner put in a striking performance to capture a 181 & 429...57POA!!!

Beth Yocum put a little extra spin on her ball to zap the pins for a 123 & 320...65POA!!!

HONORABLE MENTION: SPLIT CONVERSIONS: 4-7-5 D Kane, 9-7 P Mennona, 5-7 V Recchio, 8-10 P Schiavo, 3-10 R Trombley & 2-7 (2x) L Wysocki

WEEK #28 - Spring reminds us to slow down a little, focus on the significant, lift up our eyes to see things that matter most.

STRIKE KINGS – Al Dekler 204 (549), Rob Trombley 195, Mike Labate 192 (519), Mike Burns 191 (558), Peter Tomasetti 178, Mike Proscia 178 (504), Len Wysocki 178, Bill Wagner 176, John Kane 173, Larry Kiefhaber 172, Peter Mennona 172, Paul Schiavo 172, Jeff Coffin 171, Geoff Gliebe 167, Vinny Recchio 167, Tom Maguire 166, Ken Bertani 165, Ray Lubanski 165, Willie Schumacher 161, Chuck Bertani 160, Pasquale Mozzone 159, Will D’Ambrosio 157, Pat Noone 156, John Gaspari 155, Lou DelliSanti 155, Al Marino 153, Ken Wenz 151, Ed Cherico 150, Jeff Sias 150, Al Lutzi 147, Mike Hanbury 141 & John Donlon 140. WOW!!!

Nick Mitrani clobbered the pins for a 374; Rich Rosenberg whipped out a 369 & Jeff Winkler stormed the pins for a 374.

STRIKE QUEENS – Lisa O’Brien 184 (449), Ronnie Noone 180 (462), Lorraine Procopio 180 (442), Doris Kane 176 (459), Reggie Hadley 168 (480), Kim Donlon 167 (435), Bobbie Hraba 163 (425), Karen Bertani 162, Marilyn Sevigny 160 (416), Christina Almquist 158 (402), Gail Endorf 151 (403), Stephanie Wysocki 151 (421), Janice Wagner 147, Sue Dimmick 146, Karen Gliebe 144 (402), Carole Maguire 141 (405), Laura Hinton 139, Judy Coulter 137, JoAnn DelliSanti 132, Angela McErlaine 126, Renee Recchio 125 & Kathy Lubanski 121. YAY!!

Lisa Caldararo socked away a 292; Carolyn Renna cruised to a 270; Jeanne Schumacher reeled in a 259; Joanne Trombley blasted a 278; Donna White bounced a 354 & Beth Yocum drilled a 249.

Team 8 – THE NINES shattered the pins with a 1865 High Team Series. Congratulations to JoAnn DelliSanti, Paul Schiavo, Tom Maguire & Captain Mike Proscia for a spectacular round of bowling!

Bowlers of the Week:

Jeff Coffin got just the right spin on his powerful ball & carved out a magnificent 171 & 446 series...110POA!!!

Reggie Hadley helped her teammates when she banked a splendid 168 & 480...48POA!!!

Mike Hanbury had all the right moves on his lanes when he locked up a terrific 141 & 383...62POA!! Bobbie Hraba saw visions of strikes & spares & packed away a great 163 & 425...59POA!!! Carole Maguire bounced her pins into the channel & collected a colossal 141 & 405...48POA!!!

Angela McErlaine scooped up a mess of perfect hits sending her on the way to a whopping 126 & 353...53POA!!! Mike Proscia sent his pins for a ride directly into the channel & cruised to a super 178 & 504...81POA!!! Rob Trombley put in a brilliant performance on the lanes & finished with a gigantic 195 & 467...65POA!!! Honorable Mention: SPLIT CONVERSIONS........5-7 -Peter Mennona, 3-9-10 - Renee Recchio & 3-10 – Rich Rosenberg

WEEK #29 - We have 4 more weeks to Rock & Roll...may all of you have those weeks filled with plenty of XXX’s & ///’s, fun, smiles, laughter & Good Luck on the lanes!!!

Congratulations to our “SWEEP” Team: CAN’T CATCH A BREAK, KING OF THE QUEENS, TRIOLO’S CREW

STRIKE KINGS – Larry Triolo 237 (578), Bill Wagner 225 (585), Geoff Gliebe 214 (560), Will D’Ambrosio 212 (573), Al Dekler 200 (552), John Kane 191, Dale Conlon 187, Mike Burns 177, Larry Kiefhaber 176 (512), Mike Proscia 174, Lou DelliSanti 173 (507), Ed Cherico 172, Peter Tomasetti 169, Peter Mennona 169, Ken Bertani 166, Len Wysocki 161, Viny Recchio 159, Pat Noone 158, Tom Maguire 157, Pasquale Mozzone 156, Dave Dimmick 153, Jeff Sias 150, Chuck Bertani 146, Rich Rosenberg 144, Al Marino 142, Willie Schumacher 141, Rob Trombley 140, Ken Wenz 134, John Donlon 133 & Ray Lubanski 131. WOW!!!

Jeff Coffin banked a 285; John Gaspari stormed a 341; Al Lutzi snapped up a 223 & Jeff Winkler bounced a 340.

STRIKE QUEENS – Ronnie Noone 247 (580), Lorraine Procopio 172 (487), Karen Gliebe 169 (426), Christina Almquist 165 (472), Doris Kane 164 ((457), Marilyn Sevigny 163 (413), Carole Maguire 158 (407), Angela McErlaine 156, Stephanie Wysocki 155 (433), Bobbie Hraba 148 (417), Marge Conlon 147, Kim Donlon 143 (403), Judy Coulter 143 (410), Lisa O’Brien 142 (424), Renee Recchio 141, Janice Wager 136, Karen Bertani 131, Kathy Lubanski 129, Gal Endorf 127, Laura Hinton 127, Donna White 126, Sue Dimmick 124, Merridy Gersten 120 & Joanne Trombley 120. Hooray!

Lisa Caldararo cranked out a 306; JoAnn DelliSanti hammered a 275; Carolyn Renna smashed a 315; Jeanne Schumacher scooped up a 251 & Beth Yocum tossed a 234. Team 15 - CROSSHAIRS shattered the pins with a 1867 High Team Series Congratulations to Angela McErlaine, Lucille Koehler, Will D’Ambrosio & Captain Larry Triolo for a spectacular round of bowling!

Bowlers of the Week:

Ed Cherico used his smooth delivery to drill an impressive 172 & 478…61 POA.!!! Will D’Ambrosio banged up his pins & ripped out an excellent 212 & 573...111 POA!!! Laura Hinton watched her pins explode with action as she cruised to a BIG 127 & 351...57 POA!! Kathy Lubanski pounded the pins into oblivion & trapped a terrific 129 & 381...54 POA!! Carole Maguire buried the pins & punched out an awesome 158 & 407…50 POA!!! Ronnie Noone packed some heat on her lanes, firing off a fantastic 247 & 580 88 POA!! Mike Proscia conquered his lanes & racked up a sensational 174 & 492...66 POA!!! Bill Wager had a “Super-Sized Series” when he bagged a sensational 585 = 225 - 209 - 151…69 POA!!!

Honorable Mention: SPLIT

CONVERSIONS: 5-7 Lisa Caldararo, 3-7 Marge Conlon, 5-10 Lou DelliSanti, 3-4 Doris Kane, 4-10 Angela McErlaine & 6-7 Peter Mennona

WEEK #30 - Time to overpower the pins with your mighty balls today!! Let’s get ready to shake things up & grab some awesome scores!!!! Congratulations to our “Sweep” Teams: TIME 2 SPARE

STRIKE KINGS – Larry Triolo 247 (610), Mike Labate 234 (605), Bill Wagner 234 (584), Lou DelliSanti 223 (551), Al Dekler 211 (570), Will D’Ambrosio 210, Geoff Gliebe 209 (594), John Kane 202 (515), Peter Mennona 202 (531), Jeff Sias 197 (508), Pasquale Mozzone 194, Dave Dimmick 183, Nick Mitrani 175, Jeff

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Winkler 172, Mike Proscia 161, Ken Bertani 160, Len Wysocki 159, Ed Cherico 156, John Gaspari 156, Peter Tomasetti 152, Pat Noone 152, Ken Wenz 151, Dale Conlon 150, Chuck Bertani 147, Ray Lubanski 147, Tom Maguire 146, John Donlon 141, Jeff Coffin 139, Willie Schumacher 139, Al Marino 136, Rick Hadley 133, Mike Hanbury 123 & Rich Rosenberg 117. WOW!!!

STRIKE QUEENS – Ronnie Noone

229 (596), Lorraine Procopio 177 (474), Stephanie Wysocki 175 (433), Doris Kane 165 (448), Lucille Koehler 163, Carole Maguire 161 (448), Lisa O’Brien 158 (416), Christina Almquist 156 (436), Karen Gliebe 155 (425), Reggie Hadley 152 (427), Kim Donlon 150, Gail Endorf 149 (421), Merridy Gersten 147, Marilyn Sevigny 146 (408), Sue Dimmick 141, Lisa Caldararo 139, Janice Wagner 139, Carolyn Renna 137, Karen Bertani 135 & Marge Conlon 127. HOORAY!

JoAnn DelliSanti captured a 267; Laura Hinton socked away a 254; Kathy Lubanski bounced a 303; Angela McErlaine cruised to a 289; Jeanne Schumacher blasted a 290; Donna White reeled in a 311 & Beth Yocum drilled a 231.

Team 17 – NOT TOO SHABBY shattered the pins with a 1848 High Team Series. Congratulations to Jeff Coffin, Stephanie Wysocki, Jeff Sias & Captain Dale Conlon for a spectacular round of bowling!

Bowlers of the Week:

Lou DelliSanti got just the right spin on his powerful ball & carved out a magnificent 223 & 551 series...77 POA!!!

Geoff Gliebe sent his pins for

a ride directly into the channel & cruised to a super 209 & 594...72POA!!! Mike Labate put in a brilliant performance on the lanes & finished with a gigantic 234 & 605...86POA!!!

Carole Maguire bounced her pins into the channel & collected a colossal 161 & 448...88POA!!! Ronnie Noone really shined last Wednesday when she banked a splendid 229 & 596...101POA!!!

Carolyn Renna scooped up a mess of perfect hits sending her on the way to a whopping 137 & 317...41POA!!! Jeff Sias had all the right moves on his lanes when he locked up a terrific 197 & 508...115POA!!!

Stephanie Wysocki saw visions of strikes & spares & packed away a great 175 & 433...19POA!!!

Honorable Mention: SPLIT CONVERSIONS......9-10 – Lorraine Procopio

WEEK #31- With just 2 weeks of bowling to our Season, let’s get out on the lanes today & Strike It Big! Congratulations to our “Sweep” Teams: ALMOST, 4 FRIENDS , KEEP IT SIMPLE & OH WELL!!

STRIKE KINGS – Larry Triolo 222 (540), Al Marino 203,Mike Burns 202 (561), Geoff Gliebe 197 (530), Lou DelliSanti 197, John

Kane 192 (532), Bill Wagner 191 (533), Tom Maguire 189, Dale Conlon 187 (500), Pat Noone 183, Dave Dimmick 176 (507), John Gaspari 176, Will D’Ambrosio 169, Al Dekler 169, Pasquale Mozzone 169, Paul Schiavo 169, Rob Trombley 168, Len Wysocki 162, Ken Bertani 161, Willie Schumacher 160, Mike Labate 159, Ed Cherico 157, Peter Tomasetti 155, Jeff Winkler 152, Vinny Recchio 150, Rich Hadley 149, Chuck Bertani 145, Nick Mitrani 140, Jeff Sias, Jeff Coffin 131 & Ray Lubanski 126.. WOW!!!

John Donlon ripped out a 349; Mike Hanbury roped in a 304, Al Lutzi packed away a 192 & Rich Rosenberg blasted out a 341.

STRIKE QUEENS -- Ronnie Noone 189 (528), Lorraine Procopio 182 (509), Stephanie Wysocki 180 (400), Marilyn Sevigny 178 (441), Gail Endorf 178 (484), Karen Gliebe 170 (438), Reggie Hadley 168 (468), Christina Almquist 164 (451), Merridy Gersten 158 (434), Janice Wagner 156 (456), Doris Kane 153 (427), Judy Coulter 148, Carole Maguire 147, Kim Donlon 146, Lisa O’Brien 144 (427), Lisa Caldararo 134, Karen Bertani 130, JoAnn DelliSanti 129, Angela McErlaine 127, Sue Dimmick 127, Kathy Lubanski 127, Marge Conlon 126, Renee Recchio 122 & Donna White 121. Hooray!

Lucille Koehler blasted a 296; Carolyn Renna fired a 259, Jeanne Schumacher trapped a 295 & Joane Trombley collected a 268 & Beth Yocum reeled in a 226.

Team 18 - OH WELL!! shattered the pins with a 1876 High Team Series Congratulations to Gail Endorf, Al Marino, Ken Bertani & Captain Mike Burns for a spectacular round of bowling! Bowlers of the Week:

Dale Conlon was in perfect pitch

when he cruised to a fantastic 187 & 500...56POA!!! Dave Dimick got into the groove with his ball & exploded on the lanes for a superb 176 & 507...69POA!!! Gail Endorf had the strikes & spares blowing up the screen for an explosive 178 & 484...70POA!!!

John Gaspari gave it to the pins with both barrels & blasted out an awesome 176 & 468...72POA!!! Merridy Gersten impressed herself by jamming the pins into the channel for a fantastic 158 & 434...71POA!!!

Reggie Hadley stayed focused on the strike zone & wired a terrific 168 & 468...36POA!!! Tom Maguire had a great bowling experience last week capturing a 189 & 487...43POA!!! Al Marino put in a brilliant performance on the lanes & finished with a whopping 203 & 446...53POA!!!

Angela McErlaine was smiling from ear to ear shattering the pins putting in a 1st Class Performance with a magnificent 117 & 348...42POA!!!

Janice Wagner was inspired by her teammates & blasted out a terrific 156 & 456...81POA!!!

Honorable Mention: SPLIT CONVERSIONS: 5-10 – S Dimick, 5-10 – J Donlon, 5-10 J Gaspari & 5-10 – L Procopio

From your Officers: Rick Hadley, President –Dave Dimmick, Vice President – Bill Wagner, Treasurer Written By: Reggie Hadley, Secretary

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Wed 5-Jun Crafters 1 pm at Quilters Room

Thurs 5-Jun Quilting with Janice Res. Req. 2p.m.-4p.m., Multi-purpose room at Rec Bldg

Thurs 5-Jun KARATE Program, , 5:30pm-6:15pm, Ages 5-11, RSC

Thurs 5-Jun KARATE Program, , 6:15pm-7pm, Ages 12+, RSC

Fri 7-Jun Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts

Fri 7-Jun Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 pp (Tues., Fri.)

Fri 7-Jun Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 12-1pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Req.

Fri 7-Jun Hideout needle/Quilters Crafters 9:30-11a.m. at Quilters Room

Sat 8-Jun Yoga for Self-Awareness w/ Diane Rixner 1pm-2pm in the MPR $10. pp

Sat 8-Jun KARATE Program, 11am-11:45am, Ages 5-11, RSC

Sat 8-Jun KARATE Program, 12pm-12:45pm, Ages 12+, RSC

Sat 8-Jun Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 1-2pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Req.

Sat 8-Jun Tennis Clinics Lessons 10am-4pm at RSC

Sun 9-Jun Tennis Clinics Lessons 10am-3pm at RSC

Mon 10-Jun Open Play Pickleball 1-3pm RSC Indoor Court MEMBERS ONLY!

Mon 10-Jun Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts

Tues 11-Jun KARATE Program, , 5:30pm-6:15pm, Ages 5-11, RSC

Tues 11-Jun KARATE Program, , 6:15pm-7pm, Ages 12+, RSC

Tues 11-Jun Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 pp (Tues., Fri.)

Wed 12-Jun Chair Yoga w/Diane Rixner 10:30-11:30am in the, Aerobics Room $5 pp

Wed 12-Jun Crafters 1 pm at Quilters Room

Thurs 13-Jun Quilting with Janice Res. Req. 2p.m.-4p.m., Multi-purpose room at Rec Bldg

Thurs 13-Jun KARATE Program, 5:30pm-6:15pm, Ages 5-11, RSC

Thurs 13-Jun KARATE Program, 6:15pm-7pm, Ages 12+, RSC

Fri 14-Jun Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 pp (Tues., Fri.)

Fri 14-Jun Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts

Fri 14-Jun Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 12-1pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Req.

Fri 14-Jun Hideout needle/Quilters Crafters 9:30-11a.m. at Quilters Room

Sat 15-Jun Yoga for Self-Awareness w/ Diane Rixner 1pm-2pm in the MPR $10. pp

Sat 15-Jun Concert on The Hill, Kartune, 6pm, Ski Hill

Sat 15-Jun KARATE Program, 11am-11:45am, Ages 5-11, RSC

Sat 15-Jun KARATE Program, 12pm-12:45pm, Ages 12+, RSC

Sat 15-Jun Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 1-2pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Req.

Sat 15-Jun Tennis Clinics Lessons 10am-4pm at RSC

Sun 16-Jun Happy Father’s Day!

Sun 16-Jun Father’s Day Mini Golf- FREE For Dads

Sun 16-Jun Tennis Clinics Lessons 10am-3pm at RSC

Mon 17-Jun Open Play Pickleball 1-3pm RSC Indoor Court MEMBERS ONLY!

Mon 17-Jun Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts

Tues 18-Jun KARATE Program, , 5:30pm-6:15pm, Ages 5-11, RSC

Tues 18-Jun KARATE Program, , 6:15pm-7pm, Ages 12+, RSC

Tues 18-Jun Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 pp (Tues., Fri.)

Wed 19-Jun Chair Yoga w/Diane Rixner 10:30-11:30am in the, Aerobics Room $5 pp

Wed 19-Jun Crafters 1 pm at Quilters Room

Thurs 20-Jun Quilting with Janice Res. Req. 2p.m.-4p.m., Multi-purpose room at Rec Bldg

Thurs 20-Jun KARATE Program, , 5:30pm-6:15pm, Ages 5-11, RSC

Thurs 20-Jun KARATE Program, , 6:15pm-7pm, Ages 12+, RSC

Fri 21-Jun Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 pp (Tues., Fri.)

Fri 21-Jun Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts

Fri 21-Jun Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 12-1pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Req.

Sat 22-Jun Yoga for Self-Awareness w/ Diane Rixner 1pm-2pm in the MPR $10. pp

Sat 22-Jun KARATE Program, 11am-11:45am, Ages 5-11, RSC

Sat 22-Jun KARATE Program, 12pm-12:45pm, Ages 12+, RSC

Sat 22-Jun Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 1-2pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Req.

Sat 22-Jun Tennis Clinics Lessons 10am-4pm at RSC

Sun 23-Jun Tennis Clinics Lessons 10am-3pm at RSC

Mon 24-Jun Week 1 Summer Camp Begins

Mon 24-Jun Open Play Pickleball 1-3pm RSC Indoor Court MEMBERS ONLY!

Mon 24-Jun Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts

Tues 25-Jun KARATE Program, , 5:30pm-6:15pm, Ages 5-11, RSC

Tues 25-Jun KARATE Program, , 6:15pm-7pm, Ages 12+, RSC

Tues 25-Jun Open Play Pickleball 1-4pm RSC Indoor Courts $5 pp (Tues., Fri.)

Wed 26-Jun Chair Yoga w/Diane Rixner 10:30-11:30am in the, Aerobics Room $5 pp

Wed 26-Jun Crafters 1 pm at Quilters Room

Thurs 27-Jun Quilting with Janice Res. Req. 2p.m.-4p.m., Multi-purpose room at Rec Bldg

Thurs 27-Jun KARATE Program, , 5:30pm-6:15pm, Ages 5-11, RSC

Thurs 27-Jun KARATE Program, , 6:15pm-7pm, Ages 12+, RSC

Fri 28-Jun Open Play Pickleball 9am-12pm, North Rec BEGINS every Fri.

Fri 28-Jun Walking for Wellness 8am-9am at the RSC Indoor Courts

Fri 28-Jun Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 12-1pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Req.

Sat 29-Jun Yoga for Self-Awareness w/ Diane Rixner 1pm-2pm in the MPR $10. pp

Sat 29-Jun KARATE Program, 11am-11:45am, Ages 5-11, RSC

Sat 29-Jun KARATE Program, 12pm-12:45pm, Ages 12+, RSC

Sat 29-Jun Intro to Pickleball, Lessons w/ Pat 1-2pm RSC Indoor Courts Free, Res. Req.

Sat 29-Jun Tennis Clinics Lessons 10am-4pm at RSC

Sun 30-Jun Tennis Clinics Lessons 10am-3pm at RSC

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LOCAL COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS

- AMERICAN LEGION POST 807

MEETINGS - 2nd ursday 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. omas 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 a er 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. ■

Salem Township Board of Supervisors

Meeting Minutes - March 12, 2024

The regular monthly meeting of the Salem Township Board of Supervisors was held on March 12th, 2024 at the Salem Township Municipal building with all members present. The meeting was called to order at 6:30PM and the Pledge of Allegiance was then recited. The Public hearing minutes and the regular monthly minutes of the February 13th, 2024 meeting were approved as presented with no comments or corrections on a motion made by Vincent Rivezzi 2nd by Merel Swingle with all in favor.

Sub-divisions: Lords Valley Associates land development was withdrawn from application by the developer. They do not wish to continue in the process. Motion to accept the withdrawal of the land development application for Lords Valley made by Vincent Rivezzi 2nd by Robert Wittenbrader with all in favor. Geyer lot consolidation reviewed, comments reviewed and corrected. Motion to approve consolidation made by Merel Swingle 2nd by Robert Wittenbrader with all in favor.

The Estus sub-division was reviewed. County comments were reviewed deed to be given to Township. Motion to approve sub-division made by Vincent Rivezzi 2nd by Merel Swingle with all in favor.

New Business: Discussion held on adding an Escrow fee to Land Development applications for costs the Township now pays and waits for reimbursements. Amendment would be added to the Sub-division Land development Ordinance. Attorney Treat working on.

Burn ban discussion Township noted possibility of needing before next meeting. Motion to leave an open approval to impose burn ban is necessary before next meeting made by Vincent Rivezzi 2nd by Merel Swingle with all in favor.

Old Business: Ed Florentino spoke

9, 2024, meeting. The supervisors noted they reserve the right to accept or reject any one or all bids motion made by Vincent Rivezzi 2nd by Merel Swingle with all in favor.

on a short-term rental issue in his development. Mr. Florentino noted his private development the Landis development has deed restrictions that to him specifically restrict short-term rentals from being allowed. He noted that this property 3E Lacawac was sold after the Township notified them of the problem of short-term rental. The new owner contacted the Township and applied for a permit. Attorney Treat noted that the Township cannot enforce deed restrictions. Mr. Florentino questioned why the Township wouldn’t recognize restrictions. Attorney Treat then read Judge Meagher’s recited order on a short-term rental in Ruffed Grouse development. Mr. Florentino would like the Township to support the residents. He noted maybe the Township could try and support this and set precedence and possibly case law. Attorney Treat noted that the township has no enforcement authority on deed restrictions, he suggested that the property owners in that area with those deed restrictions file against the property owner. Mrs. Florentino questioned the application for short-term noting they do not have a local contact person and that George Helm is not within the 30-minute access. She further questioned where and who to call on weekends when violations occur it was advised to contact Preferred Management at their phone number it is a monitored phone. It was noted that the state may have to in the future to enact legislation for these types of activities. Mr. Florentino thanked the Township for their time.

Spring clean-up day scheduled for May 11th, 2024 for township residents and property owners only. Permits will be required and are free. The township has noticed a past influx of non-property owner/residents and just want to be sure so permits will be provided.

Road projects for 2024 reviewed. Altemier, Savitz, Catterson and Sledzinski roads will be double tar and chip with fog seal bid packets will be advertised for opening at the April

Attorney Updates: Mr. Laudenslauger is challenging his restriction for 3-bedroom house for short term rentals. Attorney Treat will meet with his Attorney on March 18th at Attorney Zimmer’s office. If continued request and hearing requested their will need to be charges applied for stenographer and Attorney. The Township stands with the state requirements of sewage flow. He has a 1000-gallon septic tank which by law sets the standard of a 3-bedroom dwelling. Gary Enslin Township SEO noted if he changed the septic tank to an aerobic tank he would be allowed 4 bedrooms. Attorney Treat will handle meeting and advise.

Correspondence: Lake Ariel Fire department provided the Township with its February activity report. Real estate transfer tax for the month of February received in the amount of $11,927.58.

Bills reviewed for the month and a motion to approve and pay as presented was made by Vincent Rivezzi 2nd by Robert Wittenbrader with all in favor.

Park updates: Just noted extreme weather very wet. Question on leash for dogs. Noted leashing is required.

Public Time: Chris Leone questioned the Board as the Scordo subdivision approved in 1995. He had a map of the private drive showing the width of the right-of-way and where the current cartway is plotted. Concern over it not being in the middle of the right-of-way. Township noted they do not survey or measure cartway’s after installation. They also noted that as long as it was within the right-of-way as mapped, they have no issue and do not issue any certificate that would show approval of driveway as built. DEP has not filed their contempt of court yet against the tire disposal and pile at Mt Cobb Hwy. Supervisor Rivezzi spoke Adam from Monroe County who is working on spraying

for mosquitos. He agreed the pile is huge and need to be addressed. He noted he will monitor the area and spray as needed. Mike Keryger spoke and noted that last month he spoke on water issues around his property in Indian Rocks. Mr. Keryger noted that concern over diverting water within the community and around certain properties. He also advised of areas on his property that are pooling water and wasn’t an issue until the neighbor changed his water runoff. Advised neighbor can’t divert water onto his property and that would be civil issue between him and his neighbor. He commented that he requested from Indian Rocks the erosion and sediment control plan from that property change and they won’t provide it. Township then advised again that because its on an Indian Rocks Road and between him, the neighbor and the Association it would be civil and he would need his own Attorney.

With no other business or comments a motion to adjourn was made by Vincent Rivezzi 2nd by Robert Wittenbrader with all in favor.

Respectfully submitted,

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Hideout Book Club Selections - 2024

The Hideout Book Club meets in the library (2nd floor of the RSC) on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 4PM. Dinner at the Clubhouse follows at 5:00. New Members are always welcome!

May 16 Small Mercies by Dennis Lehane

June 20 The Celebrants by Steven Rowley

July 18 Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus

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11th
Annual Golf Tournament

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.

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

Registration

Maintenance

Main Lodge Security

Ski Hill

Clubhouse Reservations

Main Lodge

Recreation

Nubia Malkin Art Center

570-630-3735 Fitness Center

570-630-3736

570-630-3737

570-630-3738

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

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Maintenance 132 Main Gate 140 North Gate 142 Main Lodge Public Safety Office 149 Clubhouse Bar 150 Clubhouse Reservations 151 Main Lodge 155 Hideout Quilters 156 Recreation 160 Nubia Malkin Art Center 164 Fitness Center 165 Ski Hill 170 Golf Pro Shop 180 Game Room 244 Registration 300
It’s the law! SEAT BELTS SAVE LIVES!
BUCKLE UP
For more info call Lou at (845) 797-3278 or Dom at (914) 261-7093

Safety First in Work Zones

Work Zones are temporary. Actions behind the wheel can last forever. Road construction is often an unwelcome sight, but it’s a reality you can’t get away from during spring and summer. With more road work in progress, it’s essential to follow tips like these to minimize delays, reduce your crash risk, and avoid high fines. Warmer temperatures make spring and summer the perfect time for road construction projects. You may find these work zones frustrating, but keep in mind that they demand more focus and attention for safety’s sake. Following a few easy tips can reduce your risk and make the task of driving through work zones simpler and safer.

Know what’s coming. Road construction can cause traffic backups, especially if lanes are closing. If you know what to expect, you may be able to alter your route or leave earlier to compensate. The key is to check before you depart. Besides your local TV and radio news, local department of transportation web sites are often good sources for road work alerts. Smartphone apps like Waze can help along the way, too.

Slow down. Speed limits are reduced in construction zones to keep road workers and passing motorists safe. Watch for evidence that you’re coming up on a work zone (including cones, barrels, and signage) and begin to reduce your speed early. You’ll often see notices of higher fines for speeding in work zones. With or without such warnings, reduce your speed in these areas for safety’s sake.

to begin merging early, while in heavier traffic it’s better to use the “zipper” method: All drivers stay in their lanes until just before the point of the merge, where cars alternate letting each other in. The zipper method is designed to allow traffic to flow quicker and smoother, but it requires motorists to wait until the point of the merge and then be willing to take turns merging there— something most drivers aren’t accustomed to doing.

Stay focused. Distraction is a major contributor to vehicle crashes, especially in close conditions. If you’re distracted you won’t notice if traffic patterns are changing, lanes are closing, or the vehicles ahead of you are slowing—which are all common in work zones.

Maintain your distance. It’s always important to keep a safe following distance. It becomes even more essential in work zones, given all the changes happening. Even if road work delays you, don’t be tempted to tailgate. Stay at least three seconds behind the vehicle ahead of you in good weather and double that distance to six seconds in the rain.

Keep a wide berth. In construction zones you’ll often find workers stationed close to passing traffic. If possible, avoid driving in the lane directly next to them. If you can’t, then stay centered in your lane so you’re not too close to road workers.

Merge safely. When road work shuts down a lane, use caution while merging. NHTSA advises that in light traffic, at highway speeds, it’s best

Road work projects help ensure the highways and other roads we travel are up to the task. But highway work zones make for a challenging driving environment. While your immediate concern may be slowed traffic and delays, the bigger issue is the increased risk in work zones and the need for greater focus on the driving task.

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The Importance of Good Posture

Good posture is more than just standing up straight; it is a cornerstone of good health and wellbeing. Proper posture ensures that your body is aligned correctly, reducing strain on muscles, joints, and ligaments.

One of the key benefits of good posture is improved spinal health. Maintaining the natural curves of the spine reduces the risk of developing conditions like back pain, herniated discs, and even arthritis. It also promotes better circulation, allowing blood to flow freely to vital organs and muscles.

Additionally, good posture can positively impact mood and energy levels. When you stand tall with your shoulders back and your head held high, you project confidence and authority. This can boost self-esteem and make you feel more assertive in social and professional settings.

Furthermore, proper posture is essential for optimal breathing. Slouching compresses the chest cavity, making it difficult to take deep breaths. By sitting and standing with proper alignment, you can maximize lung capacity and oxygen intake, leading to increased energy and alertness.

In today’s sedentary lifestyle, where many of us spend hours hunched over computers and smartphones, maintaining good posture is more important than ever. Incorporating posture-improving exercises and being mindful of your body positioning throughout the day can have longlasting benefits for your health and overall quality of life.

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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.

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52 • MAY 2024 THE HIDEABOUT NEWSPAPER 2024 Billed Budget BILLING 3853 3660 ANNUAL ASSESSMENT 6,665,690 83.575% 1,730 CAPITAL RESERVE 1,078,840 13.527% 280 NEW CAPITAL 231,180 2.899% 60 TOTAL DUES BILLED 7,975,710 100.00% 2,070 AMOUNT # LOTS % OF $ COLLECTED PAID IN FULL PAID JANUARY 1,266,283 * 628 * 15.9% FEBRUARY 2,297,589 1,112 28.8% MARCH 2,677,318 1,302 33.6% 1st Quarter 2023 6,241,190 3,042 78.25% YEAR TO DATE DUES COLLECTED 6,241,190 3,042 78.25% COLLECTION BUDGET VARIANCE % of $ Current Projection 3660 PROJECTION 3660 FAV<UNFAV> Budgeted YEAR END CURRENT DUES COLLECTIONS 7,576,200 7,576,200 - 100.00% AMOUNT AMOUNT VARIANCE % of $ COLLECTED BUDGETED FAV<UNFAV> Budgeted YEAR TO DATE DELINQUENT DUES COLLECTED 36,414 120,000 (83,586) 30% HIDEOUT
MEMBERSHIP
2024 %
the
of
NOTE: These financials are internally prepared for the use of the Hideout POA Board Members and Management and are subject to audit adjustments. 2024
2024
POA, INC.
BILLING & COLLECTIONS AS OF Mar 31, 2024
YTD Dues Analysis: $6,241,191 collected through Mar 31, 2024; *Total includes member accounts that prepaid in full and credits toward 2024 dues from 2023 in
amount
$168,755
Actual Year End Dues Collections
Delinquent Dues Collections

OPERATING FUNDS (MONTH) ACTUAL

BUDGET - ACCRUAL BASIS As of Mar 31, 2024

OPERATING FUNDS (YEAR TO DATE)

BUDGET

THE HIDEABOUT NEWSPAPER MAY 2024 • 53 MONTH MONTH VARIANCE % PRIOR YR ('22) YTD YTD VARIANCE % PRIOR YR ('23) ACTUAL BUDGET FAV (UNF) FAV (UNF) ACTUAL ACTUAL BUDGET FAV (UNF) FAV (UNF) ACTUAL NON AMENITY INCOME: DUES REVENUE 555,474 555,618 (144) 0.0% 555,410 1,666,422 1,666,855 (433) 0.0% 1,519,036 BAD DEBT EXPENSE (27,824) (27,968) 144 -0.5% (24,435) (83,472) (83,905) 433 -0.5% (73,306) LATE CHARGES 10,470 - 10,470 #DIV/0! - 7,903 - 7,903 #DIV/0!ADMIN/RESALE FEES - - - - - - -NET DUES RELATED INCOME 538,120 527,650 10,470 2.0% 530,975 1,590,853 1,582,950 7,903 0.5% 1,445,730 INVESTMENT INCOME 10,815 3,333 7,482 224.5% 2,111 17,699 10,000 7,699 77.0% 7,640 MISCELLANEOUS INCOME - - - #DIV/0! - 115 - 115 #DIV/0! 25 TOTAL NON-AMENITY INCOME 548,935 530,983 17,952 3.4% 533,086 1,608,667 1,592,950 15,717 1.0% 1,453,395 AMENITY INCOME: PUBLIC SAFETY 5,574 9,771 (4,197) -43.0% 42,976 39,701 29,313 10,388 35.4% 57,371 LAUREL PARK 2,760 1,875 885 47.2% 6,267 5,685 5,625 60 1.1% 7,936 SKI HILL 3,321 50,000 (46,679) -93.4% 14,341 222,069 160,000 62,069 38.8% 159,382 MARINA 39,055 36,000 3,055 8.5% 34,895 61,835 57,000 4,835 8.5% 56,525 POOLS & BEACHES 16,747 20,000 (3,253) -16.3% 19,960 40,418 41,000 (582) -1.4% 41,111 RECREATION COMPLEX 10,177 13,150 (2,973) -22.6% 9,013 46,028 39,450 6,578 16.7% 39,781 GOLF - - - - - - -ARTS & CRAFTS 2,215 2,161 54 2.5% 128 6,787 6,483 304 4.7% 5,827 MAINTENANCE - 125 (125) -100.0% 20 20 375 (355) -94.7% 239 WOODSHOP 550 292 258 88.4% 450 1,100 875 225 25.7% 1,850 LAKES & ENVIRONMENTAL 5,620 3,329 2,291 68.8% 3,210 11,493 9,988 1,505 15.1% 8,140 ADMINISTRATION 45,197 46,604 (1,407) -3.0% 50,154 197,747 139,813 57,934 41.4% 260,139 COMMUNITY RELATIONS 13,034 16,500 (3,466) -21.0% 19,186 42,606 49,500 (6,894) -13.9% 53,355 CLUBHOUSE 58,856 71,250 (12,394) -17.4% 39,990 165,371 213,750 (48,379) -22.6% 155,365 TAB MASTER 1,600 417 1,183 283.7% - 5,255 1,250 4,005 320.4%SNACK BARS 6,692 12,083 (5,391) -44.6% 8,351 57,140 36,250 20,890 57.6% 47,382 LODGE/TIKI BAR 14,622 27,125 (12,503) -46.1% 16,193 33,370 81,375 (48,005) -59.0% 22,135 TOTAL AMENITY INCOME 226,020 310,682 (84,662) -27.3% 265,134 936,625 872,047 64,578 7.4% 916,538TOTAL INCOME 774,955 841,665 (66,710) -7.9% 798,220 2,545,292 2,464,997 80,295 3.3% 2,369,933 OPERATING EXPENSES: PUBLIC SAFETY 141,748 133,033 (8,715) -6.6% 108,591 534,028 399,099 (134,929) -33.8% 382,635 LAUREL PARK 984 1,387 403 29.1% 838 3,352 4,160 808 19.4% 2,558 SKI HILL 39,217 63,595 24,378 38.3% 43,613 199,920 191,286 (8,634) -4.5% 201,673 MARINA 2,610 5,446 2,836 52.1% 2,315 11,300 16,337 5,037 30.8% 11,847 POOLS & BEACHES 1,083 4,910 3,827 77.9% (68) 4,204 14,729 10,525 71.5% 3,343 RECREATION COMPLEX 36,502 41,490 4,988 12.0% 38,567 116,256 124,469 8,213 6.6% 115,661 GOLF 1,278 8,598 7,320 85.1% 3,698 3,583 25,794 22,211 86.1% 5,183 GOLF MAINTENANCE 22,125 26,346 4,221 16.0% 16,324 87,259 79,037 (8,222) -10.4% 47,169 ARTS & CRAFTS 8,026 8,077 51 0.6% 5,119 24,863 24,231 (632) -2.6% 22,594 MAINTENANCE 143,958 170,510 26,552 15.6% 175,489 462,800 511,529 48,729 9.5% 491,429 WOODSHOP 1,031 941 (90) -9.6% 1,021 3,031 2,823 (208) -7.4% 2,695 LAKES & ENVIRONMENTAL 12,910 30,055 17,145 57.0% 24,110 42,921 90,165 47,244 52.4% 59,590 ADMINISTRATION 154,756 164,316 9,560 5.8% 153,214 477,856 492,947 15,091 3.1% 488,405 COMMUNITY RELATIONS 15,106 15,890 784 4.9% 15,694 31,569 47,669 16,100 33.8% 43,757 CLUBHOUSE 107,699 92,190 (15,509) -16.8% 80,136 322,601 276,571 (46,030) -16.6% 244,645 TAB MASTER 1,205 342 (863) -252.3% (48) 4,733 1,025 (3,708) -361.8% (305) SNACK BARS 11,059 13,243 2,184 16.5% 11,970 50,760 39,728 (11,032) -27.8% 53,239 LODGE/TIKI BAR 26,776 28,739 1,963 6.8% 15,644 80,569 86,217 5,648 6.6% 39,413 SUBTOTAL OPER. EXP. VAR. 728,073 809,108 81,035 10.0% 696,227 2,461,605 2,427,816 (33,789) -1.4% 2,215,531 CONTINGENCY & OTHER 16,850 3,333 (13,517) -405.6% 47 21,481 10,000 (11,481) -114.8% 5,840 TOTAL OPERATING EXPENSE 744,923 812,441 67,518 8.3% 696,274 2,483,086 2,437,816 (45,270) -1.9% 2,221,371 EARNINGS BEFORE INTEREST, TAXES, DEPRECIATION & AMORTIZATION 30,032 29,224 808 101,946 62,206 27,181 35,025 148,562 FEDERAL INCOME TAXES 167 167 - 0.0% 83 500 500 - 0.0% 250 DEPRECIATION 100,000 100,000 - 0.0% 95,000 300,000 300,000 - 0.0% 285,000 NET INCOME (LOSS) (70,135) (70,943) 808 1.1% 6,863 (238,294) (273,319) 35,025 12.8% (136,688) PUBLIC SAFETY (136,174) (123,262) (12,912) 39,701 534,028 (494,327) (369,786) (124,541) (325,264) (169,063) LAUREL PARK 1,776 488 1,288 5,685 3,352 2,333 1,465 868 5,378 (3,045) SKI HILL (35,896) (13,595) (22,301) 222,069 199,920 22,149 (31,286) 53,435 (42,291) 64,440 MARINA 36,445 30,554 5,891 61,835 11,300 50,535 40,663 9,872 44,678 5,857 POOLS & BEACHES 15,664 15,090 574 40,418 4,204 36,214 26,271 9,943 37,768 (1,554) RECREATION COMPLEX (26,325) (28,340) 2,015 46,028 116,256 (70,228) (85,019) 14,791 (75,880) 5,652 GOLF (1,278) (8,598) 7,320 - 3,583 (3,583) (25,794) 22,211 (5,183) 1,600 GOLF MAINTENANCE (22,125) (26,346) 4,221 - 87,259 (87,259) (79,037) (8,222) (47,169) (40,090) ARTS & CRAFTS (5,811) (5,916) 105 6,787 24,863 (18,076) (17,748) (328) (16,767) (1,309) MAINTENANCE (143,958) (170,385) 26,427 20 462,800 (462,780) (511,154) 48,374 (491,190) 28,410 LAKES & ENVIRONMENTAL (7,290) (26,726) 19,436 11,493 42,921 (31,428) (80,177) 48,749 (51,450) 20,022 WOODSHOP (481) (649) 168 1,100 3,031 (1,931) (1,948) 17 (845) (1,086) ADMINISTRATION (109,559) (117,712) 8,153 197,747 477,856 (280,109) (353,134) 73,025 (228,266) (51,843) COMMUNITY RELATIONS (2,072) 610 (2,682) 42,606 31,569 11,037 1,831 9,206 9,598 1,439 CLUBHOUSE (48,843) (20,940) (27,903) 165,371 322,601 (157,230) (62,821) (94,409) (89,280) (67,950) TAB MASTER 395 75 320 5,255 4,733 522 225 297 305 217 SNACK BARS (4,367) (1,160) (3,207) 57,140 50,760 6,380 (3,478) 9,858 (5,857) 12,237 LODGE/TIKI (12,154) (1,614) (10,540) 33,370 80,569 (47,199) (4,842) (42,357) (17,278) (29,921) (502,053) (498,426) (3,627) 936,625 2,461,605 (1,524,980) (1,555,769) 30,789 (1,298,993) (225,987) NOTE: These financials are internally prepared for the use of the Hideout POA Board Members and Management and are subject to audit adjustments. THE HIDEOUT POA INC. MONTH Prior Year (2023) YEAR TO DATE ACTUAL VARIANCE FAV (UNF) VARIANCE FAV (UNF) ACTUAL BUDGET AMENITY INCOME OPERATING EXPENSES SURPLUS/DEFICIT VARIANCE FAV (UNF)
VS

FOR THE MONTH ENDED: Mar 31, 2024

ENDED: Mar 31, 2024

NOTE: These financials are internally prepared for the use of the Hideout POA Board Members and Management and are subject to audit adjustments.

Footnote Explanations

A: Dues Related Income stated on an Accrual Basis.

B: Dues Related Income Budget based upon 2023 Actual Dues Billings less Allowance for Bad Debt.

C: Current Year to Date Surplus (Deficit) 2023.

D: 2023. Forecast projection based upon actual results achieved

E: Forecasted Surplus (Deficit) for 2023

Forecast Adjustments Amenity projections were adjusted to conform to budget expectations Budget

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MONTH MONTH VARIANCE % PRIOR YR (2023)
ACTUAL BUDGET FAV (UNF) FAV (UNF) ACTUAL TOTAL NON AMENITY INCOME: 548,935 A 530,983 B 17,952 3.4% 533,086 TOTAL AMENITY/OPERATING INCOME 226,020 310,682 (84,662) -27.3% 265,134 TOTAL INCOME 774,955 841,665 (66,710) -7.9% 798,220 TOTAL AMENITY/OPERATING EXPENSE 744,923 812,441 67,518 8.3% 696,274 EARNINGS BEFORE INTEREST, TAXES, 30,032 29,224 808 101,946 DEPRECIATION & AMORTIZATION DEPRECIATION & FEDERAL TAXES 100,167 100,167 - 0.0% 95,083 NET INCOME (LOSS) (70,135) (70,943) 808 1.1% 6,863 ACTUAL
YTD YTD VARIANCE % PRIOR YR (2023) YTD PERIOD
ACTUAL BUDGET FAV (UNF) FAV (UNF) ACTUAL TOTAL NON AMENITY INCOME: 1,608,667 A 1,592,950 B 15,717 1.0% 1,453,395 TOTAL AMENITY/OPERATING INCOME 936,625 872,047 64,578 7.4% 916,538 TOTAL INCOME 2,545,292 2,464,997 80,295 3.3% 2,369,933 TOTAL AMENITY/OPERATING EXPENSE 2,483,086 2,437,816 (45,270) -1.9% 2,221,371 EARNINGS BEFORE INTEREST, TAXES, 62,206 27,181 35,025 148,562 DEPRECIATION & AMORTIZATION DEPRECIATION & FEDERAL TAXES 300,500 300,500 - 0.0% 285,250 NET INCOME (LOSS) (238,294) (273,319) 35,025 C 12.8% (136,688) CURRENT YE PROJECTED SURPLUS (DEFICIT) ADJUSTED TOTAL VARIANCE % PRIOR YR (2023) AS OF Mar 31, 2024 FORECAST BUDGET FAV (UNF) FAV (UNF) ACTUAL TOTAL NON-AMENITY INCOME TOTAL NON AMENITY INCOME: 6,434,499 6,426,800 7,699 0.12% 5,942,625 TOTAL AMENITY/OPERATING INCOME 3,212,934 D 3,128,581 84,353 2.70% 3,294,307 TOTAL INCOME 9,647,433 9,555,381 92,052 0.96% 9,236,932 TOTAL AMENITY/OPERATING EXPENSE 9,667,697 D 9,544,427 (123,270) -1.29% 9,603,845 EARNINGS BEFORE INTEREST, TAXES, (20,264) 10,954 (31,218) 285% (366,913) DEPRECIATION & AMORTIZATION DEPRECIATION & FEDERAL TAXES 1,202,000 1,202,000 0.0% 1,141,000 NET INCOME (LOSS) (1,222,264) (1,191,046) (31,218) E (1,507,913)
ACTUAL vs. BUDGET
vs. BUDGET
Variances 1. Public Safety revenues $10k higher than budget; expenses $134.9k over budget 2. Ski Hill revenues $62k higher than budget; expenses $8k over budget 3. Food & Beverage depts revenues $75.5k under budget; expenses $51.4k over budget 2. All other amenities are in line with budgeted amounts
THE HIDEOUT
INC.
OPERATING FORECAST (YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31)
POA,
ACCRUAL BASIS - OPERATING FUND OPERATING FUNDS (MONTH) OPERATING FUNDS (YEAR TO DATE)

THE HIDEOUT P.O.A.

2024

CAPITAL EXPENDITURES - AS OF Mar 31, 2024

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Project CAPITAL NEW CAPITAL NEW CAPITAL NEW DEPT. DESCRIPTION Numbers RESERVE CAPITAL RESERVE CAPITAL RESERVE CAPITAL Public Safety Axon Tasers (PMT 2 of 5) 10-70 4,800 4,800 Public Safety Phone Recorder-reallocated to Axon body cameras (Pmt 2 of 5) 10-71 11,000 9,944 1,056 Ski Hill Replacement Ski Equipment 12-70 25,000 25,000 Ski Hill Tiller For Groomer 12-71 46,000 46,000 Ski Hill Cover For Magic Carpet on Tube Run 12-72 65,000 38,690 26,310 Ski Hill Helment For Rent in Ski Shop 12-73 5,000 5,000 Ski Hill Tubes & Mats for Tube Run-Reallocated to Snowmobile 12-74 10,000 2,205 7,795 Pools & Beaches * 2 Lifeguard Chairs at Main Pool (carryover 2023) 15-60 10,000 10,000 Pools & Beaches * Repair concrete around Main and Kidde pool (2023) 15-61 55,000 60,000 (5,000) Pools & Beaches Replacement of 2 Main Pool Pumps 15-70 14,000 13,040 960 Pools & Beaches Replace Main Pool Electrical Panel 15-71 25,000 25,000 Pools & Beaches Upgrade Camera System at North Beach 15-72 13,500 13,500 Recreation Matrix Treadmill Replacement 16-70 10,000 10,000 Recreation Matrix Cardio Bike Replacement 16-71 8,000 8,000 Recreation Matrix Elliptical Replacement 16-72 7,000 7,000 Recreation Repair & Resurface North Tennis Courts 16-73 85,000 85,000 Recreation Replace Decking at North Rec Building 16-74 30,000 2,154 27,846 Recreation Install Golf Driving Range 16-75 40,000 40,000 Golf Maintenance * Cart path replacement (hole 7-8) (carryover 2023) 19-62 13,208 13,208 Golf Maintenance 12 Golf Carts (formerly leased) 19-70 72,000 72,000 Golf Maintenance Three Light Duty Utility Vehicles (replace EZ-GO) 19-71 36,000 36,000 Golf Maintenance Foley Accupro 633 Vacuum System 19-72 1,800 1,800 Maintenance Road Paving - RS&W - Funding (Final Payment) 30-70 200,000 200,000 Maintenance Road Paving - Large Projects 30-71 150,000 150,000 Maintenance Stormwater Maintenance Allocation (Various Jobs) 30-72 100,000 23,234 76,766 Maintenance Vegetation management/tree removal 30-63 50,000 11,450 38,550 Maintenance Replace Truck#6 Plow 30-74 7,500 7,500 Maintenance Replace Truck #6 Dump Body 30-75 14,000 14,000 Maintenance Replace Truck # 10 Dump Body 30-76 14,000 14,000 Maintenance Replace Roadside Mower attach for New Holland 30-77 15,000 10,918 4,082 Maintenance Pole Lighting / Woodworkers Rec, Reflection Park 30-78 4,500 1,833 2,667 Maintenance **** Replacement Dump Truck (reallocated from below) 30-79 33,500 33,500 Maintenance **** Truck #3 V-Plow / Relpacing Old Meyers Plow Maintenance **** Replace Two Salt Spreaders Maintenance **** Replace Two Snow Plows Maintenance * Small Genie Lift (carryover 2023) 30-69 30,000 15,865 30,000 Trash/Recycling Pole Barn For Trash & Rrecycling 31-70 54,000 54,000 Lakes & Environmental Deerfield Floating Wetland Islands 35-70 36,000 36,000 Lakes & Environmental Deerfield Culvert Replacement 35-71 80,000 80,000 Lakes & Environmental Tree Removal on Nature Trail 35-72 10,000 9,000 1,000 Administration Main Gate Project (Down Payment) 40-70 300,000 12,238 287,762 Administration Computer inventory Replacements 40-71 15,000 1,618 13,382 Administration Website update/Design 40-72 9,000 9,000 Administration Upgrade Alarm & Fire Panels (6) 40-73 14,310 1,013 13,298 Administration APC Battery Packs (4 for POA) 40-74 7,400 7,400 Clubhouse * Replace Clubhouse deck with Trex (carryover 2023) 60-62 53,000 3,900 49,100 Clubhouse Replace 4 Sets of Double Doors at Clubhouse 60-70 18,000 18,000 Lodge Update/Repair New Trellis Front Entrance 80-70 40,000 40,000 Lodge Deck Extension For Tiki Bar 80-71 30,000 3,600 26,400 Ski Hill Grill Walk-in Freezer for Ski Hill Snackbar 90-70 15,000 14,511 489 Unbudgeted Projects Unbudgeted Projects Public Safety 2018 Dodge Ram 99-79 48,342 Public Safety 2019 Police Responder 99-80 - 39,388Public Safety Upgrade for 2023 Vehicle purchase 99-82 6,158 Clubhouse/Golf Club Car Beverage Cart 99-81 5,385 - -1,628,518 259,000 274,661 59,824 1,463,610 204,561 GRAND TOTAL 334,485 1,668,171 * Prior Carry Over **Emergency Repair/Replace ***Board Approval **** Reallocation + Savings Permanent to Offset Other Projects Under (Over) 1,887,518
SUBTOTAL of EXPENDITURES PLANNED - New Capital & Capital Reserves Budget Spent to date
56 • MAY 2024 THE HIDEABOUT NEWSPAPER EVERGREEN CHIMNEY Your Ventilation Specialists Chimney Inspections, Cleanings, & Lining Systems Stove Installs: Wood-Burning, Pellet, & Insert Fireplace Cleaning & Repair Oil & Gas Furnace Flue Sweeps Masonry, Parging & Stucco Rebuilds • Veneer Brick & Stonework Repointing Caps, Animal, & Rainguards Chaise Covers 570.257.4635 570.766.0746 tech help Evergreenchimney.com myevergreenchimney@gmail.com Licensed & Insured PA105292 John’s Italian Restaurant Rt. 590 • Hamlin 570-689-2659 Family owned & operated SINCE 1978 New Hours: Tuesday to Sunday 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Tuesday to Thursday Special 2 large pizzas, 2 lt. bottle soda, & 10 wings for $29.95 + tax TAKEOUT ONLY *PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE 2 PAN PIZZAS $16.95* (Take out only) Catering Available Call us for details! • Thursday Night is Martini Night • Full Bar • Like our Facebook page: “John’s Italian Restaurant in Hamlin” Scotty’s Services, Inc. Heating & Air Conditioning Quality First, Service Always SHOWROOM 429 Hamlin Highway * P.O. Box 924 * Hamlin, PA 18427 Office: (570) 689-0890 * Fax: (570) 689-0662 Website: www.ScottysServices.com * Email: ScottysServices@gmail.com PA#007881 DEEP CLEAN CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CARE, LLC 570-630-2338 1319 Purdytown Tpke STE 5, Hawley, PA 18428 (Route 590 West, Lakeville) 570-390-7622 • tunlar.com Cover All Painting Co. 570-226-1944 cell: 570-470-5716 • Painting & Staining • Paper Hanging • Faux Finishes • Textured Ceilings • Drywall Hanging & Finishing • Power Washing • Finished Basements • General Repairs “The Only Painting & Renovating Contractor you’ll ever need! As Always...Free Estimates.” Serving The Hideout & NEPA for 34 Years • PA068287 Darren Muro, Pres. Fully Insured
THE HIDEABOUT NEWSPAPER MAY 2024 • 57 570-689-4500 10 Mt Cobb Hwy, Lake Ariel, PA PA013157 CARPET • TILE HARDWOOD • VINYL PLANKS ~ starting at $2.49 sf. ~ In stock and ready for installation! 12 Month Financing Available • Roofing & Siding • Dumpster services • Roof Coating • Shingle Roof • Rubber Roof • Metal Roof • Gutters Simon Says Remodeling Co. WWW.SIMONSAYSROOFINGSERVICE.COM - Skylight Replacement - Roof Repairs - Skylight Repair - Chimney Repair SHINGLE ROOFING SPECIALIST

ATV &

Titles & Transfers

Mon., Wed. & Fri. 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Tues. & Thurs. Please call. www.leealobley.com • es2020notary@gmail.com

Elaine Isabel Smith Notary Public, Tags, Titles and Transfers 621 Easton Turnpike, Lake Ariel, PA 18436 570-689-9693 Complete
Bug E. Bug PEST CONTROL (570) 955-8382 Treatment of: • Carpenter Ants • Spiders • Beetles • Mice Fully Insured & Licensed BU6318 • PA076425 Hamlin, PA 18427 Family Owned & Operated 570.689.7100 COMPETITIVE PRICING Ask your neighbor about our service and friendly and personable office staff! Locklin's Bottled Gas Inc. Automatic Delivery LOCKLIN'S is a LOCAL COMPANY servicing the Community for OVER 50 YEARS ! Call Ken Electrician 570-352-6053 CALL TODAY for any electrical wants or needs!!! Kenneth Nowakowski License PA146492 M.Clark Contracting LLC 570-229-6472 Check us out on Facebook! ALL OF YOUR NEEDS! SERVICE LIST Roofing Siding Decks Painting Remodeling bmadigan@socantel.net 409 MAIN AVENUE HAWLEY, PA 18428 B Madigan Jewelry and Gifts JEWELRY, ART, GIFTS, WATCH BATTERIES, REPAIRS, KEY MAKING, ENGRAVING, STONES, CUSTOM JEWELRY, SUBLIMATION Handmade and Handcrafted Items @BMadiganJewelry 570-561-3629 Not your average Jewelry Store Home of Hawley's North Pole! man shk P n ed: Thursday 23 January 2020 a 5 47:41 pm AW F AWS3171004 ACCOUNT NUMBER ANYTIME TOWING LLC LICENSED TO LEAVE THE STATE! We will take care of ALL your roadside needs 570- 521- 4249 Looking forward to serving The Hideout Community Tree Removal – TreeTrimming – LotClearing – StumpGrinding –24HourEmergencyService – BucketTruck/ClimbingService –Rapidresponse – Affordable Prices – “Knownfor ourCleanup” FREE ESTIMATES – LICENSED - FULLY INSURED Check out our reviews on Google – Facebook – Web www.crumtreeservice.com Tree Removal – TreeTrimming – LotClearing – StumpGrinding –24HourEmergencyService – BucketTruck/ClimbingService –Rapid response – Affordable Prices – “Knownfor ourCleanup” FREE ESTIMATES – LICENSED - FULLY INSURED Check out our reviews on Google – Facebook – Web www.crumtreeservice.com Furry Friends Pet Sitter Diana Luce Cell: (914) 213-9636 We Care for your pets like Family REFERENCES AVAILABLE 570.795.4611 527 S. Church St. Hazleton PA, 18201 We can eliminate pests & rodents & help keep you pest free • Licensed Technicians • Service Warranties • On – Time Scheduled Appointments • Customer and Pet Friendly Applications • Residential and Commercial Service • Affordable Pricing Gutter Clean Outs FIREWORKS PROHIBITED in The Hideout $500 citation - 1st offense58 • MAY 2024 THE HIDEABOUT NEWSPAPER
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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

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Let The Hideabout help to grow your business! Call (570) 630-3707
(570) 676-5253 ROBERT
DIRLAM BROS. LUMBER CO., Inc. ∙ 229 Mount Cobb Highway, Hamlin, PA 18427  570-689-4071 ∙ 250 Sunrise Ave., Honesdale, PA 18431  570 253-3540 653 Rt. 739, Lords Valley, Hawley, PA 18428  570-775-0598 ∙ 20 Oak Street, Narrowsburg, NY 12764  845-252-3955 ∙ Rt. 507 & Brink Hill Road, Greentown, PA 18426  570-676-9860 Boom Truck - Fork Lift Service - Prompt Delivery 1 Commercial St., Honesdale, PA 18431 - 570-253-6600 www.dirlams.com Designer Kitchens Ask for Lisa (570) 226-6178 Professional Grooming & Boarding Graduate of Merry eld Academy of Animal Technicians (Yes, Mozart is still our Mascot!) Referrals available RINALDI SURVEYING CHRISTOPHER J. RINALDI, PLS 134 W Mulberry Drive Milford, PA michele@rinaldisurveying.com CHRISTOPHER J. RINALDI, PLS 570-832-3813 Licensed In PENNSYLVANIA & NEW YORK Please let our local businesses know that you saw their ad in THE HIDEABOUT NEWSPAPER! THE HIDEABOUT NEWSPAPER MAY 2024 • 59

ROAMINGWOOD SEWER &

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).

May 22

June 26

July 24

August 21

September 25

October 5 (Sat)

November 20

December 18

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.

Roamingwood Sewer and Water Association

PFAS National Primary Drinking Water Regulation

On April 10, 2024 The EPA released the final regulations and Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs) for 29 PFAS chemicals. The chemicals fall under (5) five Chemical Groups and (1) one group with a Hazard Index for a mixture of (2) two or more of the indicated chemicals. (See chart below for details).

In 2023, RS&W was required by the EPA to sample for the Fifth Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5) 29 substances in April and October 2023. The initial results of these samples were very positive. All results were below the Maximum Reporting Level (MRLs).

RS&W ’s PaDEP Monitoring Requirements in 2024 were updated to include quarterly testing for PFOS (Perfluorooctanesulfonic acid) and PFOA (Perfluorooctanoic acid). Any results of detected levels, will be required to report in our annual Water Quality Report beginning 2025. Results will also be made available upon request.

As always, we strive to provide the a safest drinking water possible to the community. We will continue to stay educated and informed of the new regulations. RS&W also has the distinct advantage of PFAS Expert, Community Member and sitting RS&W Board of Director, Dr. Lauren Weinrich, Ph.D. helping our organization stay abreast of the latest data regarding the initiative to protect consumers from future PFAS exposure. Her contributions have been vital and very much appreciated.

On a last note to our customers, most of our residents are part-time in the Hideout Community. RS&W encourages you to reach out to your local Drinking Water Provider for information regarding PFAS in your drinking water.

For more information on PFAS, visit our website at www.roamingwood.com/education

ALERT TO CUSTOMERS WHO PAY BY AR BOX

Please be sure you are inputting the correct Account number. It must be in the following format:

• 7-digit account #. i.e. 5055000, 0555000, 0055000, 0005000

• A new property owner account in MuniBilling will have a (-) dash, followed by a #. i.e. 5055000-1, 0555000-2, etc.

• ONLY 1 Account number can be entered, per AR Box submission.

Annual Water Quality Report 2024 -

The Roamingwood Sewer and Water Association is issuing the results of monitoring conducted on your drinking water for the period 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.

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Date 2024 Holidays May 27th Memorial Day July 4th Independence Day September 2nd Labor Day November 11th Veterans Day November 28th Thanksgiving November 29th Thanksgiving December 25th Christmas Day January 1st New Year’s Day

Primary Purpose:

Now Hiring Full & Part Time Patrol Officers

Maintain the enforcement responsibility for adopted Rules and Regulations. Ensure the public safety of Association members, guests, employees, and contractors.

Primary Duties (Included but Not Limited To):

• Respond to all incidents (i.e. complaints, fire, ambulance, crimes-in-progress, etc.).

• Issue citations when warranted (i.e. Traffic and Non-Traffic).

• Maintain radio communications with Comm/Dispatch Center and other patrol vehicles.

• Be in contact with Law Enforcement agencies to exchange information.

• Ensure that all POA Buildings and installations have been checked, (alarmed and locked when necessary).

• Escort responding Emergency Service personnel as requested.

• Must understand and be knowledgeable of POA Rules and Regulations, Department Orders, and Operation procedures as they relate to the Public Safety function.

Experience and Other Requirements:

At least one-year experience in Security position preferred. Act 235 certification First Aid/CPR/AED certification required. EMT certification a plus. Must possess good decision-making skills and a high level of patience in dealing effectively with property owners in a polite and courteous manner at all times. Must be flexible, capable of working well under pressure, and able to remain calm in an emergency situation. Must have a valid PA Driver’s License.

THE HIDEABOUT NEWSPAPER MAY 2024 • 61 Ready to join the team? Apply online at www.hideoutassoc.com/Employment Questions? Email Katie Beck at Kbeck@thehideout.us NAME DEPARTMENT YEARS Jeffrey S Behnke Public Safety 3 Harry Femmer Public Safety 3 Michael Moore Public Safety 11 Edward Garrison Public Safety 2 Kevin Lott Public Safety 2 Charles Bertani Recreation 5 Lisa Williamson Art Center 23 Peter Hachikian Maintenance 3 Terry Karras Maintenance 2 Jill Metschulat Administration 5 Theresa O'Shea Administration 4 Alex Fullone Clubhouse 2 Aleah Christian Clubhouse 1 Brenna McGlone Clubhouse 3 Joseph Kieva Clubhouse 1 Hannah Dockemeyer Clubhouse 1 Giuliana Velazquez Clubhouse 1 Kiana Sims Clubhouse 1 Jessica Palpoli Lodge Snackbar 1 MAY
Employment Anniversaries Congratulations & Thank You!
2024

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.

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Trash & Recycling Center (570) 698-4100, ext. 133

HOMES FOR RENT

• 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

Editors note: look for their ad on our website at www.hideoutassoc.com See their ad on page 2

• Do you have water coming into your basement or crawlspace? Are you tired of that damp, musty odor all the time? Does anyone suffer from allergies, but only when they’re at this home? Well don’t suffer these problems anymore, call the experts around the corner! INTEGRA-CLEAN & DRY 570-676-8862 WE CAN HELP!

WANT TO SUBMIT? CALL: 570-630-3707 EMAIL: media@thehideout.us All classified ads are due by the 20th of the month to run in the following month’s Hideabout. Payment is due before printing.

THE HIDEABOUT NEWSPAPER MAY 2024 • 63 (570) 352-6716 Licensed & Fully Insured NO JOB TOO SMALL! M&D PLUMBING & ELECTRICAL NEW GENERATOR INSTALLATION PETER FAGAN Residential Field inspector PEST CONTROL DOWN TO A SCIENCE.™ R.A.T.T., INC. A VETERAN OWNED INDEPENDENT FRANCHISE 1021 N Washington St. Wilkes Barre, PA 18705 E-mail: PFagan@rattinc.net (570) 994-4984 PA115089 570-906-0909 Precision Tree Co. 570-241-3048 ...branching out to meet your needs! Visit our website: www.precisiontreeco.yolasite.com Tree Trimming & Removal Stump Grinding Storm Damage & Cleanup Landscaping Services 24 Hour Emergency Service References Available • Free Estimates • Fully Insured 110 Gravity Road Lake Ariel, PA 18436 PA HIC # 043354 Bus. (570) 698-8797 Fax (570) 698-6721 Fully Insured OVER 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE - Winterization Specialist - Guarantee No Broken Pipes - WE DO HOUSE CHECKS! Jim Histed’s Plumbing & Heating Inc. Visit us at: www.northeastgutterpros.com
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ADVERTISERS’ DIRECTORY

A to Z Maintenance Page 18

AASSKK LLC Page 15

Al Dente’s Pizzeria Page 28

Anne McCausland- Keller Williams Page 12

Anytime Towing LLC Page 58

Apple Maintenance Inc. Page 13

Apple Maintenance Inc. Page 37

Aurel’s TV & Appliances Page 47

Axe Works Page 45

B Madigan Jerwelry and Gifts Page 58

Blue Ox Tree Service Page 34

Brothers’ Lawn Care & Const. Page 23

BTM Flooring Page 57

Bug E. Bug Pest Control Page 58

CC Designs Tree Services Page 29

Capital Insurance Works Page 35

Carey Construction Page 47

Canine Connection Page 59

Century 21 - Hamlin Office Page 3

CM’s Construction, Inc. Page 28

Colors Unite Painting Page 63

Countryman Home Improve. Page 58

Crum Tree Service Page 58

DeAngelo Pest Control Page 58

Deep Clean Carpet & Upholstery Page 56

Destiny Contracting Page 63

Dirlam Bros. Lumber Co., Inc. Page 59

Duffy Plumbing Page 29

Elaine I. Smith Notary Public Page 58

Elm Tree Physical Therapy Page 34

Evergreen Chimney Page 56

Five Star Modular Inc. Page 19

Forbes Pest Control Page 63

Furry Friends Page 58

Gouldsboro Chimney Page 59

Integra-Clean & Dry Page 50

J. Paladino - Berkshire Hathaway Page 18

Jake’s Carpet Page 48

James Wilson Funeral Home Page 51

JC Contracting L.L.C. Page 14

Jim Histed’s Plumbing & Heating Page 63

John T. Bolles General Contracting Page 47

John’s Italian Restaurant Page 56

JSD Electrical Page 23

JT’s Painting & Contracting Page 48

K.N. Electric Page 58

KBS Enterprises Page 22

Koberlein Septic Page 46

Lighthouse Harbor Marina Page 57

Locklin’s Bottled Gas, Inc. Page 58

M & D Plumbing & Electrical Page 63

M.Clark Contracting LLC Page 58

Madison McGlone - Chant Realtors Page 14

Mike’s Walk-In Carpet Page 35

Monk Heating & Air Condioning Page 46

NEPA Roof & Ext. House Washing Page 58

New Wave Marine Page 22

Northeast Cabinet Center Page 24

Northeast Gutter Pro Page 63

Orkin Pest Control Page 63

Physical Therapy Assoc. of NEPA Page 50

Precision Tree Co. Page 63

Reese Paving Page 47

RE/MAX BEST Page 2

RFWCO Page 47

Rif's 3D's Page 13

Rinaldi Land Surveying Inc. Page 59

Rockwell Travel Page 35

Santana Income Tax Service Page 25

Scotty’s Services Inc. Page 56

ShingleMe Roofing Page 48

Simon Says Remodeling Co. Page 57

Simplify Clean, Organize Page 28

St. Mary’s Villa Page 14

Stag Tree Specialists Page 13

State Farm-Arlene McHale Page 48

State Farm-Crosby Ins & Fin Svcs Page 46

Superior Plus Propane Page 42

Tony Z LLC Landscape, Lawn, & Tree Page 29

Tunlar Agency Page 56

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