Ashburn Farm

02/28/2018

Notice of Annual Meeting

In accordance with Article V, and Article VI Section 1, of the Ashburn Farm Association ByLaws, all owners are hereby notified that the 27th Annual Meeting of the Ashburn Farm Association will be held on:

Tuesday, April 3, 2018
7:00 PM
Windmill Community Center
21400 Windmill Drive Ashburn, VA 20147

The purpose of the meeting is to elect Trustees and conduct any other business that may properly be brought before the membership. The Trustees will hold a community forum to answer any questions you may have about the Association. Annual reports from the President, Tim Hughes, and the Committee Chairmen will highlight the meeting. This year, there are five open Board seats. Each candidate will have the opportunity to introduce themselves and speak to the membership.

In the next few weeks, you will receive a ballot in the mail. Please take time to review the candidates and vote online, by paper ballot, or in person. We will need to have a quorum of homeowners represented by ballot/proxy to be able to conduct the business of the Annual Meeting. It is very important for you to return the ballot/proxy if you cannot attend. We look forward to meeting you on the 3rd!

01/25/2018

The Annual Election is a busy time in the Association Office. Each year, thousands of ballots come into the office prior to the election. The ballots must each be counted, and homeowner residency verified. We are always looking for help during this time to ensure that each and every vote is counted accurately.

The Election Committee consists of homeowners who commit to working a two-hour shift on the evening of the Annual Election to help count ballots. WE NEED YOUR HELP!!

If you have time available on April 3, 2018 from 5pm to 7pm, please let us know as soon as possible. We would love to have you help us with this important task! If you are interested, please email us at [email protected] or call the Association Office at 703-729-6680. Thank you for your help!

01/17/2018

There is a Parking Committee meeting scheduled for this evening at 6:30 PM in the Windmill Community Center (downstairs meeting room). All residents are welcome to attend. Any questions may be sent to [email protected]. Thank you!

12/22/2017

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Congratulations to the winner of our Holiday House Decorating Contest - 43281 Wayside Circle! http://ashburnfarmassociation.org/Events/2017/holiday_lights/house_6.jpg

12/15/2017

The 10 Best Places in America to Raise a Family Now

Money magazine just named Ashburn, Virginia as one of the top 10 cities in the country for raising a family.

Great schools, affordable homes, solid jobs and family-friendly amenities.

11/27/2017

Have you voted for your favorite artist in the Christmas Card Contest yet? If not, please follow the link below to place your vote:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SPMBNWF

11/21/2017

The Association is currently looking for volunteers to join our ad hoc Parking Committee. This Committee will be asked to look at the current parking standards in place, and make recommendations to the Board of Trustees on ways to improve parking in our community. If you are interested in helping with this Committee, please email [email protected].

11/13/2017

Dominion Paving & Sealing recently performed concrete repairs and/or replacement throughout our community. We would like to point out that special care needs to be taken during the upcoming winter months. Any newly installed concrete sidewalks, aprons, curb and gutter, and handicap ramps are subject to scaling and spalling when chemicals are applied for deicing. Please DO NOT use deicing salts such as calcium or sodium chloride or other salts such as ammonium sulfate or ammonium nitrate. Such chemicals can cause scaling, as well as induce severe chemical attack, on the concrete surface. Clean sand is recommended for traction, if possible. Damage caused by deicing chemicals is not covered under warranty. Please help us keep our new concrete in good shape during the upcoming winter weather!

11/10/2017

Each November, Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, and leaders of the Goose Creek District of the National Capital Area Council take to the neighborhoods of Loudoun County in support of Scouting for Food. The mission of the service project is to collect food items that will be given to families needing assistance within their local communities. Over the last decade, Scouts have realized a substantial increase in collections in Loudoun County - there has been a 300% increase in food donation and delivery since 2001.

Tomorrow, November 11th, the Scouts from Ashburn Farm will be coming back out to collect all food donations. If you are able to help, please remember to place your filled donation bags or grocery bags in front of your home before 9:00 AM on Saturday, the 11th. All non-perishable food is greatly appreciated, but please do not donate glass containers.

Thank you for helping Scouts with this worthwhile service project to assist those in need in our community!!

11/08/2017

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Patriot Disposal will be closed on Thursday, November 23rd, for Thanksgiving Day, and no services will be provided. Trash and recycling will be collected in Ashburn Farm on Saturday, November 25th. Please note that collection times are generally later on days following holidays, due to the large amount of material to pick up. Please click on the link provided here to see Patriot Disposal's Holiday Schedule. http://ashburnfarmassociation.org/trash_guidelines/Patriot_Disposal_Holiday_Schedule_2017.pdf

09/08/2017

For all attending, the K-9 Kool Off will be located at the BreezyHill Pool.

09/02/2017

Due to the cold temps and rain, all Ashburn Farm pools will be closed today. We expect them to open on their regular schedule tomorrow.

08/31/2017

As noted previously, Patriot Disposal, Fairfax County Landfill, and the Loudoun County Landfill will be closed on Monday, September 4th for Labor Day. Due to these closures, trash and yard waste will NOT be picked up on Monday, September 4th.

A yard waste collection makeup day will take place on Wednesday, September 6th. Regular trash and recycling pickup will resume on Thursday, September 7th.

08/29/2017

Due to the continuing inclement weather, all pools in Ashburn Farm will remain closed today.

08/29/2017

Due to the cool temperatures and continued rain, Breezyhill Pool will not open until 4:00 PM today. Windmill Pool will be open on its normal schedule.

08/29/2017

Patriot Disposal, Fairfax County Landfill, and the Loudoun County Landfill will be closed on Monday, September 4th for Labor Day.

Trash and yard waste will NOT be picked up on Monday, September 4th.

Regular trash and recycling pickup will resume on Thursday, September 7th.

Yard waste pickup will resume on Monday, September 11th.

07/18/2017

The Association Office has received numerous reports of drivers failing to stop at the Farmingdale Drive/Wintergrove Drive intersection. This is a no-tolerance intersection, and drivers who fail to obey the posted stop signs risk being ticketed by the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office. Please drive carefully!

07/05/2017

Power has been restored in the area, and Breezyhill Pool has been re-opened.

07/05/2017

Due to a widespread power outage in our area, Breezyhill Pool is closed until further notice. As soon as power is restored, the pool will re-open and updates will be posted. We apologize for any inconvenience!

06/19/2017

Crews will be on the property, beginning 6/19, to spray turf applications to control grassy and broadleaf weeds (weather permitting). The spraying will continue for approximately 7-10 days. Notification flags will be placed near or on areas that have been treated to remind pedestrians, children, and those walking pets to stay out of treated areas until they have dried.

05/26/2017

Patriot Disposal, Fairfax County Landfill, and the Loudoun County Landfill will be closed on Monday, May 29th for Memorial Day.

Trash and yard waste will NOT be picked up on Monday, May 29th.

Regular trash and recycling pickup will resume on Thursday, June 1st.
Yard waste pickup will resume on Monday, June 5th.

05/23/2017

The scheduled trail paving & widening project for the main trail between Windmill Drive and Stonecrop Place will begin tomorrow, 5/24/2017. The project is expected to last approximately one week (weather permitting). We apologize for any inconvenience. Thank you for your patience during this project!

05/19/2017

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Join us for our Annual Spring Community Yard Sale tomorrow fro m 9 AM - 3 PM! Participating houses can be found in the link here:
http://ashburnfarmassociation.org/Events/community_yard_sale/SpringYardSale'17.pdf

05/17/2017

The next Loudoun County Electronics Recycling Event is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Saturday, May 20, 2017, at the Leesburg Park and Ride, 19730 Sycolin Road, Leesburg. Recycle televisions, computers, computer monitors, servers, laptops, printers, copiers, stereos, DVD players, DVRs/cable television receivers, game consoles, cell phones, iphones, power cords, cables, Christmas lights and many other electronic devices at the event. There is a limit of 15 items per vehicle. Residents are asked not to leave electronics at the site beyond the scheduled time of the event.

Fees
For televisions and computer monitors that contain a cathode ray tube and with a screen measuring diagonally 30" or smaller, the cost is $10 each; and those with a screen size measuring 31" or larger, the cost is $20 each to recycle. Console TVs are $20 each. LCD TVs of all sizes are $8, and LCD monitors are $4. Only cash or a local check will be accepted. Checks should be made payable to C2 Management. All other items accepted at the event are free of charge. Businesses with larger quantities of electronics may contact C2 Management, in Berryville, VA at 540-955-5740 for information.

Items Not Accepted
Items that will not be accepted include printer cartridges, household batteries, automotive batteries, hazardous wastes, light bulbs, fluorescent lights, thermostats, fire alarms, gas powered equipment, or household appliances such as refrigerators, freezers, dehumidifiers, air conditioners, stoves, washers and dryers. For information on disposing of these items, visit www.loudoun.gov/landfill and www.loudoun.gov/hhw.

Other Electronics Recycling Options
Loudoun County holds two electronics recycling events a year. If you miss an event, there are other local electronics recycling options available, including the Loudoun County landfill, where electronics are accepted for a fee. More information about options for recycling electronics is available at www.loudoun.gov/electronics or by calling 703-771-5514.

05/15/2017

Good Afternoon Residents!

Just a friendly reminder that Summer Kick Off is next Saturday, May 27th from 4 - 9 PM. This event would not be possible without the generous donation of time from our residents. Interested in volunteering to help with the event? There are a variety of volunteer opportunities. Please contact Rachel at (703) 729-6680 or email [email protected] to offer your time for this wonderful family event. Thank you.

03/31/2017

The Annual Meeting of the members of Ashburn Farm Association will be held on Tuesday, April 4th, beginning at 7:00p.m., at the Windmill Community Center (21400 Windmill Drive). The purpose of the Annual Meeting is to elect the new Trustees and to update the community regarding current issues. Please mark your calendar and plan to attend.

Please remember that the Virginia Corporation Act requires a 10% quorum of members represented by proxy or in person to conduct the Annual Meeting. WE NEED YOUR VOTE! If you cannot attend the meeting to place your vote, it is still very important that you either vote online or return your proxies to the Association Office no later than 5:00 PM on April 4th. Your response is needed to make the quorum requirements, or we cannot complete the meeting. Please consider voting online (https://ashburnfarm.ivotehoa.com/login.php) for this election - the whole process only takes a few minutes!!

03/27/2017

Shutterfly

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Barracudas will need to make a change to our registration dates. New dates are posted below in red text.

Updated registration dates:
The Ashburn Farm Barracudas Swim Team will begin registration for the 2017 season on the following dates:

*March 29* - Registration opens for returning swimmers that participated with the team in 2016. A link and instructions will be emailed to these families at approximately 11:00 AM.

*April 3* - Registration will open at 11:00 AM for all Ashburn Farm residents. A link will be posted on the registration page of our website at 11:00 AM that will bring you to the registration system. You must be in good standing with the HOA to participate.

April 17 - Registration opens for non-residents at 11:00 AM (space permitting). You must purchase a pool membership through the Ashburn Farm Homeowners Association, as well as pay team registration fees, in order to participate as a non-resident.

Please visit our website for full registration details, a team calendar, and further information: https://ashburnfarmbarracudas.shutterfly.com

03/20/2017

Notice of Annual Meeting

In accordance with Article V, and Article VI Section 1, of the Ashburn Farm Association ByLaws, all owners are hereby notified that the 26th Annual Meeting of the Ashburn Farm Association will be held on:

Tuesday, April 4, 2017
7:00 PM
Windmill Community Center
21400 Windmill Drive Ashburn, VA 20147

The purpose of the meeting is to elect Trustees and conduct any other business that may properly be brought before the membership. The Trustees will hold a community forum to answer any questions you may have about the Association. Annual reports from the President, Milan Detweiler, and the Committee Chairmen will highlight the meeting. This year, there are three open Board seats. Each candidate will have the opportunity to introduce themselves and speak to the membership.

In the next few weeks, you will receive a ballot in the mail. Please take time to review the candidates and vote online, by paper ballot, or in person. We will need to have a quorum of homeowners represented by ballot/proxy to be able to conduct the business of the Annual Meeting. It is very important for you to return the ballot/proxy if you cannot attend. We look forward to meeting you on the 4th!

03/09/2017

Crews will be on the property beginning 3/27 to spray turf applications for fertilization and to control grassy and broadleaf weeds (weather permitting). The spraying will continue for approximately 7-10 days. Notification flags will be placed near or on areas that have been treated to remind pedestrians, children, and those walking pets to stay out of treated areas until they have dried.

02/15/2017

The Event Coordinators here at Ashburn Farm are looking for fresh ideas and to rebuild our team of volunteers. We want you to be a part of our team! If you're interested in getting involved with the community events, please join us TONIGHT at the Windmill Community center at 6:30 pm. We will be providing coffee and sweets. For questions, please email Rachel,
[email protected] or call the office, (703)729-6680.
Thank you!

02/10/2017

The Event Coordinators here at Ashburn Farm are looking for fresh ideas and to rebuild our team of volunteers. We want you to be a part of our team! If you're interested in getting involved with the community events, please join us at the Windmill Community center on Wednesday, February 15th, at 6:30 pm. We will be providing coffee and sweets. For questions, please email Rachel,
[email protected] or call the office, (703)729-6680.
Thank you!

01/30/2017

A large, brown male dog with black stripes was found last night off Smokehouse Court. If this may be your dog, please call Pam at 703-729-4569. Thank you!

01/06/2017

Please use caution when traveling, walking to school, walking your pets, etc. this morning. There may be areas where additional care is necessary.

01/05/2017

The Association has been working to find a resolution to the loose and blowing trash issue raised by many in the community, and it is currently reviewing the trash standards in an effort to tackle a problem that degrades the aesthetics of our community.

With that in mind, the Association is asking that additional care be taken when storing and setting recycling out for collection, as this makes up a majority of the loose and blowing items.

Lidded containers are recommended for storing recycling and trash. Homes on public streets are assessed for, and provided, lidded recycling and trash containers. Homes on private streets are not prohibited from having lidded containers for recycling and trash.

If open top bins are used for recycling, please secure the contents or place them in a clear bag and place it in the open-topped recycle bin. If it is not possible for you to securely contain your recycling, please hold it until a less windy recycling collection day.

The Association needs your help to resolve this issue, and it is working to avoid other measures that would increase costs to the public and/or private street neighborhoods to contain & collect loose recycling and trash that litters our community. A number of possible solutions to the loose and blowing trash issue have been discussed, and we ask that everyone consider the visual impact on the community of loose recycling and trash when placing things at the curb for collection.