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* Dock News: Power wash event Saturday, June 25th and Boat Dues Past Due – Last Call!
* Intersection Safety Response – Claibourne & Carrollton
* Dogs Off Leash and Owner’s Failing to Clean Up After Them
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DOCK NEWS!
The Dock Committee is Hosting a
Personal Watercraft Power Wash Event
Saturday, June 25^th, at 9:00 a.m.
On Saturday June 25th starting at 9AM we will have our clean up your dirty boat event at the dock area. A power washer or two will be on hand for those of us who believe that their kayak or paddleboard needs to be cleaned. If your boat is as filthy as mine, this is an opportunity to get it cleaned up. I recommend bringing buckets, soap, sponges and rags if you really want to do a good job. I hope that everyone will take advantage of this.
Contact me with any questions.
Brad Houghton
Dockmaster
410 991-9030
catsrules@verizon.net
BOAT DUES LAST CALL – DEADLINE IS JULY 9^th !
Dues are PAST DUE!
The application form to pay your dues are on the ARPOA website at w (http://www.annapolisroads.net) ww.annapolisroads.ne (http://www.annapolisroads.net) t (http://www.annapolisroads.net) .
* Click on members only, click on community facilities/boat ramp.
* There you can download the registration form.
* The price is $25 for each boat to be kept on a rack and $35 for each boat on a trailer.
* Mail the form and check to: ARPOA, PO Box 4934, Annapolis, MD 21403 Attn: Dockmaster.
In the next few days, RED TAGS will be attached to all personal water craft stored at the community dock for which dues have not been paid. Anyone unable to arrange payment by that date should contact Brad Houghton, Dockmaster at 410-991-9030 to arrange payment.
The Dockmaster will begin removal of “red tagged” watercraft on July 9th for which dues have not been paid or arrangements made for payment.
Brad Houghton
Dockmaster
410 991-9030
catsrules@verizon.net
INTERSECTION SAFETY RESPONSE – Claibourne & Carrollton
INQUIRY: The Board received a request to cut back the brush at the Intersection of Claibourne and Carrollton Road. Even though there was an aggressive cut back of the shrubs and foliage on the Claibourne right-of-way last summer, the conditions have been ideal this spring to support a fast come back of the growth.
RESPONSE: The Board contacted the ARPOA landscape contractor. The intersection was cut back by the ARPOA landscape contractor on the same day.
Residents have indicated a concern about foliage creeping out onto the County roadways. Trimming back of this foliage is a County responsibility, funded by your County taxes. The County has been notified of the concern.
DOGS OFF LEASH & OWNERS FAILING TO CLEAN UP AFTER THEM
Violating Leash Laws and Nuisance Laws
We are again receiving reports of a few dogs being off leash who are “behaving badly” on/around the Overlook and beach. Your dog(s) may be the friendliest, most adorable in the community, but if they are allowed to run loose, jump on folks in their zeal to meet them (including getting them muddy, or sandy), or shake water on them, they aren’t so adorable! Being on the receiving end of such behavior can make the biggest dog lover cranky.
Owners MUST be in control of their pets at all times. We recognize that a number of dogs in the community are very well trained to voice command, and obey, even when tempted by a flitting fox, or dallying deer, other dogs or cats. If you aren’t at that pet’s side, you can’t see how they are interacting with others – human, canine, or wildlife. AND of course, you can’t pick up after them if you don’t see them depositing waste on the Overlook, Beach, or along our roadways.
Remember, leaving pet feces creates a health hazard for EVERYONE, including your dog, other dogs, and especially our children who play on the Overlook grass and on the beach AND it pollutes the watershed, increasing bacteria in our waterways.
At the risk of being redundant and providing details in lieu of the usual “links”, the following is being provided as a resource for Annapolis Roads residents in an effort to improve compliance.
Below are excerpts from Anne Arundel County Code regarding leash laws, public nuisance, and picking up after your pet and information on the nearby Hillsmere Dog Park and Dog Beaches:
REMINDER – COUNTY LEASH LAW
In Anne Arundel County, the leash law applies to both Dogs And cats. Article 12 Section 9-105 states: “At large means off the property of an animal’s owner and not leashed and not under the control of a responsible person”. Part of good maintenance and being a good neighbor is following appropriate guidelines regarding pet ownership.
Article 12, Title 4, Subtitle 9-903 Public Nuisance
The owner of an animal may not permit the animal to be a public nuisance or to cause a public nuisance condition. Public nuisance includes the following acts by an animal:
* Molesting pedestrians
* Chasing vehicles
* Damaging property of someone other than the owner of the animal
* Article 12, Title 4, Subtitle 9-909 Removal of Animal Excreta
* The owner of any animal shall be responsible for the removal of any excreta deposited by his or her animal on public walks, recreation areas, or private property other than his own.
NOTE: Failure to clean up after your dog can result in $50-$500 fines.
[“Stop Poo llution” image, Watershed Academy (WSA)]
Hillsmere Dog Park and Dog Beach
Dogs in the Park | Anne Arundel County, MD (aacounty.org) (https://www.aacounty.org/services-and-programs/dogs-in-the-park)
Dog Beach Rules Dog Park Rules – Hillsmere
Persons who choose to use the Dog Park as a condition of use agree to the following rules:
* Anne Arundel County is not responsible for injuries to dogs, their owners/handlers, or others that use the Dog Park. This area is for dogs and their handlers/owners only.
* Aggressive dogs are strictly forbidden within the fenced dog park. Violators will face permanent suspension from all county dog parks.
* Dog owners/handlers must respect the rights of others to use this area by maintaining control of their pets at all times.
* Dogs must be on leash and under control by their owners/handlers at all times
* Children under the age of 6 are prohibited from entering the fenced dog park area. An adult, who is accountable for their behavior and well-being, must accompany all children.
* Owners/handlers must immediately clean up after their dog(s) and properly dispose of waste.
* No smoking or food within fenced area (human or dog).
* All dogs must be healthy, vaccinated, and collared – with identification.
* Owners/handlers must remain inside, with leash, within view and voice control of their dog(s) at all times.
* Only small dogs and older dogs are permitted to use the small dog area.
* Limit of two dogs per adult.
* Dogs in heat and puppies under 4 months of age are prohibited.
* Dog park gates must be closed immediately after entering or exiting the facility.
* Excessive barking is prohibited. Dogs barking excessively must be removed.
* Owners/handlers must stop their dogs from digging and immediately fill any holes dug.
* Only flying disc and tennis ball type toys are permitted within fenced area.
DOG BEACH RULES – Hillsmere
Persons who choose to use the Dog Beach Area as a condition of use agree to the following rules:
* Anne Arundel County is not responsible for injuries to dogs, their owners/handlers, or others that use the Dog Beach Area.
* Aggressive Dogs are strictly forbidden on the dog beach. Violators will face permanent suspension from all county dog parks.
* Dog owners/handlers must respect the rights of others to use this area by maintaining control of their pets at all times.
* Dogs must be on leash and under control by their owners/handlers at all times outside of the Dog Beach area.
* Children under the age of 6 are prohibited from entering the dog beach area. An adult, who is accountable for their behavior and well-being, must accompany all children.
* Owners/handlers must immediately clean up after their dog(s) and properly dispose of waste.
* No smoking or food within Dog Beach area (human or dog).
* All dogs must be healthy, vaccinated, and collared -with identification.
* Owners/handlers must remain inside the Dog Beach area, with leash, within view and voice control of their dog(s) at all times.
* Limit of two dogs per adult.
* Dogs in heat and puppies under 4 months of age are prohibited.
* Excessive barking is prohibited. Dogs barking excessively must be removed.
* Owners/handlers must stop their dogs from digging and immediately fill any holes dug.
* Dogs must stay in the Dog Beach area, and waters immediately in front of the beach at all times. Dogs are not allowed in the woods behind the beach.
* Humans are prohibited from swimming or wading in the water.
Please, take care. Be safe.
Best wishes on behalf of the Annapolis Roads Board of Directors,
Linda Dodge
President, Annapolis Roads Property Owners Assoc. (ARPOA)
410-224-3545
303-880-4618 cell/text
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