Brockton Manor

Thanks to those residents that responded to our letter regarding raised sidewalks.
At the annual meeting is was decided that there will be a person or persons assigned to review all of the problem areas. They will work with individual homeowners and contractors to determine the best and most economical approach to repair.

Please take a look at your sidewalk to determine if there are any raised sections. There are a few in the neighborhood that could cause a serious accident to occur.

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Commercial Signs Not Allowed

Please refer to the Brockton Manor Covenants, Article X, Section 3 for information about the restriction on placing signs in your yard advertising commercial businesses. This includes contractors doing work on your property.

School Spirit signs are allowed, after approval of the Sign Request Form available on the web site. Click on the 'Homeowners Association' button and scroll down to the link that contains 'Homeowners Request Form' and select the' Sign Request Form.'

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Emerald Ash Borer

You have heard a lot about the destructive pest known as the Emerald Ash Borer. Emerald ash trees line our neighborhood streets.

It has been reported that damage from the borer has been seen not far from Brockton Manor.

As you know, the neighborhood trees have been treated the last few years and we hope that will keep the pest at bay.

Visit Stop The Beetle for information on how to identify this pest.

Please inspect your trees and, if you suspect they are infested, call Craig Fortner at 893-2412. He is the board representative in charge of landscaping issues.

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Lake Treatment

If you are treating the lakes yourself or have contracted to have it done, please email the board at brockonmanor@yahoo.com.
As you know, we contract for lake treatment and we want to be sure to coordinate the application of any chemicals. The Federal Clean Water Act stipulates how and when chemicals can be used. We will advise you later on the specifics.

Thanks for your cooperation.

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School Is Back In Session

Don't be shy about reminding speeders and stop sign runners that they are breaking the law and endangering our children.

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Please be considerate of your neighbors when parking your vehicles on the street, and remember,
overnight parking on the streets is not allowed.

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Report from Crime Watch Coordinator Bob Chastain

It has been highly recommended by the Sheriff's Department to turn on front and rear porch lights and/or install motion sensor lights. Sensor lights are inexpensive and easy to switch. When lights pop on it makes thieves flee, as they do not know if it was a sensor or if someone just saw them and is already calling the sheriff.

We did have a call from the court backing Olive Branch. Some one moved, or was trying to steal, their gas grill. They heard the noise, turned on the porch light, and scared whomever it was. The grill had been moved, perhaps to gain access to a window.

We need to have everyone get to know their nearby neighbors, so as to know their routine and quickly determine if something is not normal. Exchanging phone numbers 'for emergency use only' is a good thing. Then, if you see something out of the norm you can call the resident and, if no answer, call another neighbor. If you sense something is wrong, call the Sheriff at 317-736-9155 . They have at least four cars in the area at all times.

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White River Citizens United (WRCU) and Township Government

As you may know, the Brockton Manor Board, on behalf of the residents, has long supported White River Citizens United (WRCU.)

WRCU has taken the position that Township Government should be eliminated and has outlined the reasons for that position, and others, on its web site White River Citizens United

The Brockton Manor Board neither endorses or opposes this position and encourages you to research the options to help form your own opinion.

WRCU is an alliance of White River Township neighborhood associations and individuals.who are dedicated to engaging with State, County and City planning and governance bodies to:

•advocate for comprehensive land use planning to manage growth

•assist governmental units in preparation and enforcement of land use plans

•lobby for necessary infrastructure to be in place in advance of further commercial and residential growth in the township

•represent the interests of township residents in preserving and enhancing their quality of life

•protect and enhance property values, public safety, and the creation of recreational space.

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If you already have a Facebook account simply add Brockton Manor as a friend. If you do not have an account, sign up here: www.facebook.com

Then, send a message to Brockton Manor, via Facebook, with any news you want to share with your neighbors. We will update the page, and those signed up will receive your message.

72 Brockton Manor residents have signed up.

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Local Government Meeting Schedules

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Crime Watch Report-Mail Box Contents Thefts

Thieves look for mail boxes with the red flag up, indicating outgoing mail is in the box, steal the mail and copy the bank account numbers from any checks. Then, they total all the checks and create a phony computer-printed check using those bank numbers, which they then cash.

It would be wise to take your mail to a drop box or to the post office.

Crime Watch Report-Suspicious Activity

There have been several reports of suspious-looking activity in the neighborhood, especially in the pre-dawn hours. The reports usually are about seeing a van or car roaming the neighborhood, with no apparant reason.
Please be vigilant and if you see such activity, call the Johnson County Sheriff 317-736-9155 and also report it to Brockton Crime Watch . Describe the vehicle, the vehicle occupants, and get the license number, if possible. Of course, do nothing to jeopardize your safety.

Crime Watch Report-Jury Duty Scam

This has been verified by the FBI (their link is also included below). Please pass this on to everyone in your email address book. It is spreading fast so be prepared should you get this call. Most of us take those summonses for jury duty seriously, but enough people skip out on their civic duty that a new and ominous kind of fraud has surfaced.

The caller claims to be a jury coordinator. If you protest that you never received a summons for jury duty, the scammer asks you for your Social Security number and date of birth so he or she can verify the information and cancel the arrest warrant.. Give out any of this information and your identity was just stolen..

The fraud has been reported so far in 11 states, including Oklahoma, Illinois, and Colorado . This (swindle) is particularly insidious because they use intimidation over the phone to try to bully people into giving information by pretending they are with the court system.

The FBI and the federal court system have issued nationwide alerts on their web sites , warning consumers about the fraud.

Check it out here: FBI Report and here: Snopes

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Brockton Manor Home Owners Association Board Members

President-Alan Rogers

Vice President-Kirk Lemoine, also responsible for lake maintenance

Treasurer-Carlos Figueroa

Secretary-Stephen LePage

Member-at-large- Garth Wright-Architectural Control

Member-at-large-Craig Fortner-Common Area Maintenance

Member-at-large-Simon Morse-Newsletter, web site, and new resident welcoming

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Crime Watch-Bob Chastain

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Mailbox Suppliers

There are still several mailboxes in the community that need refurbishing or replacing.

The suppliers listed below can replace or refurbish your mailbox and/or post.

Otto's Parking Marking Company
2449 E. Main Street
Greenwood, IN 46143
882-8933
800-888-7996

Address Art
P.O. Box 90018
Indianapolis, IN 46290
254-1508
888-900-1508
www.addressart.com

-----Check your mailbox--does it need a little fixup?-----

The paint color used for mailbox posts is Sagebrush, a Woodsman paint, mixed and sold at Dannemiller's Hardware

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Emerald Ash Borers (EABs)

Please check your ash trees for any signs of infestation and notify us. EABs have been reported to be nearby. Go to: EAB Info for information on how to spot infestations.

If you have other Emerald Ashes on your property, please treat them, as we only did the ones along the road.

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Johnson County Sheriff 317-736-9155

We would like to remind you to be vigilant and call the Sheriff if anything does not seem right, especially during these tough economic times when people can become desperate.
Please also contact the Brockton Manor Crime Watch if you suspect criminal activity in the neighborhood, so we can notify all of the residents. Communication is a key component of having a safe community.

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For much more information about the Brockton Manor Home Owners Association go to:
Homeowners Association

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Geese

For information about control of the Canada Goose population visit this web site:
Canada Geese

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Home Improvements

If you are planning home improvements be sure to submit the Request Form, available at:
Homeowners Request for Property Change or Alteration

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Selling Your Home

You can obtain approved For Sale signs from Christy's Design & Sign @ 610, West Main St., Greenwood - 882-5444 (Cream background with Green lettering - they have our details on file.)

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