Now that the weather is getting colder, it is critical that you winterize your outside spigots (hose bibs) to prevent pipes from freezing and possibly breaking and damaging your unit. Also, it's time to clean dryer vents, chimney flues, window wells, patios and decks, and porches and stoops. Read more.

At the annual meeting on Oct 22, three owners volunteered to serve on the board: Melanie Barber, Vicky Moore, and Pat Walter. With three board positions open, the three candidates were accepted by acclimation. After the meeting, board members decided on these positions: Melanie Barber, President; Jonathan Watson, Vice President/Ombudsman; Richard Freedman, Secretary; Vicky Moore, Treasurer; Pat Walter, Member at Large. Read more.

At the annual meeting, our outgoing board president, Pat Walter, discussed accomplishments in 2018 and projects recommended for 2019. Read her remarks.

Residents in the back of the community probably noticed work on the sloping area below the back of unit 2550-A and along the steps to the mailbox. This work is being done through our participation in Arlington County’s StormwaterWise program. We also will be starting a drainage project to correct problems in the underground drainage pipes that carry water from downspouts for the 2554 and 2556 buildings. Read more about these two projects.

The roofing project is in its final stages. Falcon Engineering is doing final inspections and working with Katchmark on items to be completed. If you have any concerns, please report them to a board member ASAP. Roof replacement is a major capital project funded by association reserves.

Residents of Windgate III and surrounding neighborhoods recently reported seeing people trying to break into vehicles. Windgate II residents are encouraged to lock vehicles, keep vehicle windows closed, remove valuables from vehicles, and report unusual activities to Windgate II and law enforcement.

Dog owners -- as a consideration to other residents, whenever possible, please keep your dog from using the areas close to the front of units to do their “business”; likewise, for new/young plantings and sod.

Monthly condo fee payments are due on the first day of the month. If payment is received later than the 15th of the month, a late fee of $50 is charged; plus, owners are charged $10 and postage for the late payment letter as well as interest. Late payment letters are sent monthly and associated fees will continue to accumulate until the condo fee and all late fees are paid.

There were lots of dogs, kids and splashing at the Sep 16 pooch paddle. See photos.

The board approved new rules that contractors and moving companies must follow when working at Windgate II. The rules aim to minimize the inconvenience -- and sometimes damage -- that can be caused by contractors and companies working for a resident. Residents are responsible for providing a copy of these rules to contractors and moving companies before work beings. Unit owners will be billed for repairs of any landscaping or property damage caused by a tenant’s contractor. The hours that contractors may work on the property: 8 am - 6 pm weekdays, 10 am - 4 pm weekends, holidays not allowed.

   - Rules for contractors

   - Rules for moving companies

   - Policy resolution