The Vuecrest View October 2021 In This Issue: VUECREST HALLOWEEN Pumpkin Carving Contest! Neighbors are Coming Together to Reclaim Our VIEWS Aviation Patterns Over Vuecrest NOW Recruiting New Vuecrest Directors Dylan’s Neighborhood Food Drive MyBellevue City Service App Keep Your Contact Information Current Calendar Items: Vuecrest Book Club Meetings (NOW Meeting IN PERSON!) Vuecrest Monthly Board Meeting REMOTE ACCESS Info Below Wednesday, October 6th at 6:00P (Please notice change to Wednesday this month) VUECREST HALLOWEEN Pumpkin Carving Contest! Everyone is invited to participate! We need representation from every age group! You don’t have to be a kid to enjoy this artsy opportunity. Even if you’re not into carving, please join us to enjoy the creativity! Everyone will be a judge and you will be able to pick your favorites! Rain or shine, we hope to see you there! TO ENTER YOUR PUMPKIN: Saturday, October 30th by 2P. Bring your carved pumpkin to the Vuecrest esplanade on Park Road any time between 9A and 2P. Before leaving your pumpkin, be sure your pumpkin has a waterproof tag (just put your information in a small zip lock bag and attach securely to your pumpkin) the tag must include your Pumpkin Title, Your Name, Email, and Vuecrest Address. After the judging,Your pumpkin must be retrieved and taken home by 6P this same day. TO JUDGE AND ENJOY ALL THE PUMPKIN CARVINGS : Saturday, October 30th 3:00P-4:00P. Come to view all the pumpkins and vote for your favorites. PRIZES: 1st prize $100 gift certificate with other great prizes to be announced. Neighbors are Coming Together to Reclaim Our VIEWS Here are some dramatic view perspectives changed by neighbors addressing view blockages. Thank you!! We know that clearing old, mature landscape growth is no easy task. Before After Before & After Aviation Patterns Over Vuecrest It’s always good to know what’s going on in-and-around our neighborhood, but the sky above our neighborhood is very important too. A few planes are fun to watch, but too much noise pollution makes for very grumpy homeowners. Please join this upcoming town hall focused on Washington State’s aviation system. The virtual event will take place on Wednesday, October 13th at 6:00P. Here’s a letter from Congressman Adam Smith with all the details... You can register for the event and live stream the event here <https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fiqconnect.lmhostediq.com%2Fiqextranet%2FiqClickTrk.aspx%3F%26cid%3DWA09AS%26crop%3D15333.10114292.3836848.1233610%26report_id%3D%26redirect%3Dhttps%253a%252f%252fus02web.zoom.us%252fmeeting%252fregister%252ftZMsduyvqTksH9DsFgZDvGc42Usn68CnQomn%26redir_log%3D467060582508527&data=04%7C01%7C%7Cbaeb49239f674de12b5308d9851a541d%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C637687170394412941%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=hUXmRDuci3alMICw8OeHwYuGzKLfSOt%2FqcjUdn5TkBM%3D&reserved=0>. Adam Smith will be moderating this event, with the support of special guests, Senator Keiser and Representative Orwall of Washington’s 33rd Legislative District. Throughout this event, they will be answering your questions about our state’s aviation system, including noise mitigation, emission reduction and what’s happening at both the state and federal level to address these important issues. You can learn more about this event by visiting our Facebook page <https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fiqconnect.lmhostediq.com%2Fiqextranet%2FiqClickTrk.aspx%3F%26cid%3DWA09AS%26crop%3D15333.10114292.3836848.1233610%26report_id%3D%26redirect%3Dhttps%253a%252f%252fwww.facebook.com%252fRepAdamSmith%26redir_log%3D975960423556259&data=04%7C01%7C%7Cbaeb49239f674de12b5308d9851a541d%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C637687170394412941%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=R%2BI1YYe6CnvFSFu07kJTzqTePUzX3Iy1GUX%2FOFwXxe4%3D&reserved=0>. I hope to see you there. Sincerely, Adam Smith Member of Congress Washington DC Office 2264 Rayburn HOB Washington, DC 20515 Phone: (202) 225-8901 101 Evergreen Building 15 S. Grady Way Renton, WA 98057 Phone: (425) 793-5180 Recruiting New Vuecrest Directors We have six Vuecrest Directors that make the important decisions for our neighborhood. Each year, two new Directors are elected as two retire from their leadership roles. In addition, we have many committee members and chairs who assist our Directors. This three year rotating schedule with two Directors being elected each year is a great system. It allows a fair distribution of workload and the constant onboarding of fresh opinions and ideas. The effort involved in these positions is generally 2-3 hours for our monthly meeting (now held remotely) and 2-3 hours per month answering emails, viewing properties, etc. If you are dedicated to the welfare of your community (as a whole) and your neighbors (as individuals), this may be a good place for you. You will be surrounded by HOA veterans who will teach you the ropes. No experience necessary. Please contact directors@vuecrest.net <mailto:directors@vuecrest.net> with your questions and willingness to serve. Also, feel free to submit the name of a community member who you feel might be a good candidate who will be contacted to discuss the details of the opportunity. We look forward to working with you! Dylan’s Neighborhood Food Drive Wed, Oct 6th at 4:00P Dylan, a Junior in High School and one of our Vuecrest neighbors, will continue to pick up food donations the first Wednesday of each month to assist the Renewal Food Bank. Please text or call Dylan at 425.442.7385 for more information regarding a pickup at the end of your driveway. MyBellevue City Service App MyBellevue is a mobile app that makes it possible for people to request services and access city news, jobs and social media easily with their smart phones and other portable devices. Here’s a link to get you there… https://bellevuewa.gov/city-government/departments/finance/mybellevue <https://bellevuewa.gov/city-government/departments/finance/mybellevue> Keep your Vuecrest Contact Information UP-TO-DATE Please make sure that your homeowner contact information, tenant information, and/or property management information is always up to date. Your information is not shared or distributed to any third party and is only used for your informational and safety benefit. Here’s how to update your information…Go to http://www.vuecrest.net/communicate/update-us <http://www.vuecrest.net/communicate/update-us>, Input your information, and click Submit. CALENDAR ITEMS: Vuecrest Book Club (Meeting IN PERSON) Vuecrest has its own Book Club and all residents are welcome to attend. We meet once a month at 7PM, usually on the first Monday at various members’ homes. It is a very relaxed atmosphere with light refreshments served. Feel free to join us to chat, laugh, nibble and meet new friends. Newcomers are always welcome whether or not you’ve had a chance to read the book! Email Mara Pitkethly dtpit@UW.edu <mailto:dtpit@UW.edu> for details. Monthly Remote Board Meeting Wednesday, October 6th at 6:00P This board meeting will be held remotely. To join the meeting use the link or dial-in information below. Everyone is welcome to join. Please let the Directors know at least three days in advance if you will be bringing any items for discussion so they may be included in the agenda. Join Vuecrest Monthly Board Zoom Meeting: Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85867685039?pwd=V0hhOGFRcXZvcWRFcXBRdDdrT2dvdz09 <https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85867685039?pwd=V0hhOGFRcXZvcWRFcXBRdDdrT2dvdz09> Meeting ID: 858 6768 5039 Passcode: 512990 One tap mobile +13462487799,,85867685039#,,,,*512990# US (Houston) +16699006833,,85867685039#,,,,*512990# US (San Jose) Dial by your location +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 929 205 6099 US (New York) +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) Meeting ID: 858 6768 5039 Passcode: 512990 Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/keiWIHYuHr <https://us02web.zoom.us/u/keiWIHYuHr> The usual monthly Board Meeting is held on the first Thursday of each month, but may be changed for holidays or Director’s schedules. Please check www.vuecrest.net <http://www.vuecrest.net/> for updates and contact directors@vuecrest.net <mailto:directors@vuecrest.net> with your questions.