The pool will be open from 12:00-1:00 pm and from 5:00-6:30 PM for adult lap swim the week of September 19-25.
Sunday, September 18, 2011
Monday, September 5, 2011
September Newsletter
Each year, the pool board struggles with memberships, getting people to pay dues that pays for maintenance and the luxury of having lifeguards on duty so many hours each day.
Did you know that your membership equates to ownership? If something were to happen and we had to sell the property, for whatever reason, each member/owner would receive a share of the sale. I suggest that you don't think of the annual fees as dues but as maintenance fees. You probably pay more than $325 over the summer months for your utilities alone, let alone any other maintenance. Utilities are just a part of what the annual fees pays for; there's also insurance, salaries, pool supplies (i.e., chlorine, soda ash, filters, etc.).
As it is, we have 15 open memberships, that equates to $4,875 in maintenance fees that we are having to work around. I don't know if you've noticed, but we've had some major work done at the pool this summer - most recently, the parking lot was patched, sealed and restriped. Looks a lot better, don't you think? Some of the work isn't so obvious. Although, I think the men are glad to have hot water for showers again this season (had a leak at the end of the season last year that resulted in having to shut off the hot water to the men's room). We've had leaks in the sprinkler system that have ended up with excess water running off and going down the street. Every time you fix one leak, another shows up.
Our pool is aging and so are the facilities supporting it. I don't think any of us wants to lose our pool due to lack of preventative maintenance. We can't do preventative maintenance without memberships. What can you do to help us get new members for next season? I would love to hear your ideas. Send me an email at dmsglass@hotmail.com and let me know your thoughts. I'll bring them to our next board meeting.
Kudos to our ad hoc property committee, Ken Buxton, Brad Jenkins and Jan Stephan, for being actively involved in the maintenance of the grounds. I really appreciate how much they care about Northview Swim Club and the time they have put into the projects I've mentioned.
Donna Glass, Northview Swim Club President, 375-6082
Pool Closes September 18
The last day to swim at Northview will be Sunday, September 18. The pool will close at 6:30 pm. Two members are needed to help pool board members winterize and shut down after the pool closes. If you are interested in earning a work credit please contact Kellie Jenkins at 375-9070.
Call for Board Members
A big thank you to Ryan Fox, who has stepped forward to run for Jr. Pool Manager in the 2012 season. Please consider volunteering to serve on the Northview Swim Club Pool Board next swim season. Board members serve two year terms and in return membership dues are waived during their tenure. We need members to volunteer for President Elect and Treasurer.
Contact any pool board member to let them know you are interested.
Pool Board Members
Donna Glass, President, 375-6082
Vacant, Preside Elect
Karen Buxton, Secretary, 375-3140
Kellie Jenkins, Pool Manager, 375-9070
Doug Teachout, Treasurer, 375-3330
Dave Holmberg, Jr. Pool Manager, 460-1760
Northview Swim Club
PO Box 574
Richland, WA 99352
http://northviewswimclub.blogspot.com
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
Northview Adult Night
Saturday, August 13, for two hours only, 8:00-10:00 PM the pool is open just to members and guests 21 and older.
- Bring your own beverages; mixers available
- Pot Luck; appetizers, salads, desserts
- Jambalaya and Red Beans and Rice Provided; vegetarian and gluten free versions also available
Come talk, laugh, visit and swim under the stars!!!
Thursday, August 4, 2011
The President's View
Each year, the pool board struggles with memberships, getting people to pay dues that pays for maintenance and the luxury of having lifeguards on duty so many hours each day.
Did you know that your membership equates to ownership? If something were to happen and we had to sell the property, for whatever reason, each member/owner would receive a share of the sale. I suggest that you don't think of the annual fees as dues but as maintenance fees. You probably pay more than $325 over the summer months for your utilities alone, let alone any other maintenance. Utilities are just a part of what the annual fees pays for; there's also insurance, salaries, pool supplies (i.e., chlorine, soda ash, filters, etc.).
As it is, we have 15 open memberships, that equates to $4,875 in maintenance fees that we are having to work around. I don't know if you've noticed, but we've had some major work done at the pool this summer - most recently, the parking lot was patched, sealed and restripped. Looks a lot better, don't you think? Some of the work isn't so obvious. Although, I think the men are glad to have hot water for showers again this season (had a leak at the end of the season last year that resulted in having to shut off the hot water to the men's room). We've had leaks in the sprinkler system that have ended up with excess water running off and going down the street. Every time you fix one leak, another shows up.
Our pool is aging and so are the facilities supporting it. I don't think any of us want to lose our pool due to lack of preventative maintenance. We can't do preventative maintenance without memberships. What can you do to help us get new members for next season? I would love to hear your ideas. Send me an email at dmsglass@hotmail.com and let me know your thoughts. I'll bring them to our next board meeting.
Kudos to our ad hoc property committee, Ken Buxton, Brad Jenkins and Jan Stephan for being actively involved in the maintenance of the grounds. I really appreciate how much they care about Northview Swim Club and the time they have put into the projects I've mentioned.
Did you know that your membership equates to ownership? If something were to happen and we had to sell the property, for whatever reason, each member/owner would receive a share of the sale. I suggest that you don't think of the annual fees as dues but as maintenance fees. You probably pay more than $325 over the summer months for your utilities alone, let alone any other maintenance. Utilities are just a part of what the annual fees pays for; there's also insurance, salaries, pool supplies (i.e., chlorine, soda ash, filters, etc.).
As it is, we have 15 open memberships, that equates to $4,875 in maintenance fees that we are having to work around. I don't know if you've noticed, but we've had some major work done at the pool this summer - most recently, the parking lot was patched, sealed and restripped. Looks a lot better, don't you think? Some of the work isn't so obvious. Although, I think the men are glad to have hot water for showers again this season (had a leak at the end of the season last year that resulted in having to shut off the hot water to the men's room). We've had leaks in the sprinkler system that have ended up with excess water running off and going down the street. Every time you fix one leak, another shows up.
Our pool is aging and so are the facilities supporting it. I don't think any of us want to lose our pool due to lack of preventative maintenance. We can't do preventative maintenance without memberships. What can you do to help us get new members for next season? I would love to hear your ideas. Send me an email at dmsglass@hotmail.com and let me know your thoughts. I'll bring them to our next board meeting.
Kudos to our ad hoc property committee, Ken Buxton, Brad Jenkins and Jan Stephan for being actively involved in the maintenance of the grounds. I really appreciate how much they care about Northview Swim Club and the time they have put into the projects I've mentioned.
Wednesday, August 3, 2011
August 3, 2011 Newsletter
Lap Swim Times
The pool is reserved for lap swimming twice each day:
12:00 noon-1:00 PM and
5:00 PM-6:30 PM
Member Handbook
A handbook has been emailed to all current members. If you didn't receive it or need a print copy, please contact Karen Buxton at 375-3140.
Swim meet
Just a reminder that Thursday August 4th from 5:30-close, Northview is hosting a swim meet. The pool is closed for lap swim and open swim that evening.
Call for Board Members
Please consider volunteering to serve on the Northview Swim Club Pool Board next swim season. Board members serve two year terms and in return membership dues are waived during their tenure. Three vacancies need to be filled for the 2012 term:
President Elect
Treasurer
Jr. Pool Manager.
Contact any pool board member to let them know you are interested.
Pending projects
The pool board is considering a variety of pool improvements for the coming year.
- Replacement of leaking underground irrigation with an above ground drip irrigation system
- Repair and seal the cedar roof on the bath house
- Replace the pool cover
Members Must Accompany Guests
You must accompany your guests at the pool. Please do not give your key to your guest and send them up to the pool. Unattended guests will be asked to leave.
Pool Board Members
President, Donna Glass, 375-6082President Elect, Vacant
Treasurer, Doug Teachout, 375-3330
Secretary, Karen Buxton, 375-3140
Pool Manager, Kellie Jenkins, 375-9070
Jr. Pool Manager, Dave Holmberg, 460-1760
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Swim Meet August 4th
The Northview Sharks swim team is hosting a swim meet Thursday August 4, 2011. The swim meet will begin at 5:30 p.m. and last until close. The pool will not be available for lap or open swim during the meet.
The whole league will be at Northview pool; everyone is invited to come out and cheer on the Northview Sharks.
Friday, July 8, 2011
Pool Hours for Monday July 11th
Pool hours for Monday July 11th have been changed to accommodate parking lot repairs.
The pool will be open from 12:00 noon-8:00 pm. The main gate cannot be used. Members who wish to swim Monday must enter at the back gate located on Spring Street. The gate will be open and staffed by a pool employee. Members must show their keys AND sign in. All guests must be accompanied by a member.
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