NEWSLETTER – SPRING 2024

Assessment fees are due on the 1st of the month. A $25 late fee is applied if your payment is received after the fifteenth (15th) of the month. A $25 late fee will be applied on a balance of $50 or more. Please be mindful of the increased fee for 2024. Make sure you have instructed the bank and/or the portal amount has been changed to reflect the
2024 fee.

Thank you to all owners who pay on time!

Association fees are always payable to: Fairfax Manor Your individual seven (7) digit account number must appear on your payment so it is processed in a timely manner.
All payments must be sent to:  Fairfax Manor Condominium, c/o Quality Community Management, Inc., P.O. Box 33812, Detroit, MI 48232-5812

We are no longer accepting payments at the QCM office in Willoughby.

PORTAL
Below is the direct link where owners can log into their portal: qualitycm.appfolio.com/connect

Online Payments with E-Check or Credit Card: Set up a one-time or reoccurring E- Check or credit card payment. There is a nominal fee for all payments, but you will never have to worry about getting your bill paid on time. These options are available on our secure website: Coupons are not needed to make payments, your seven-digit account number must be on your check.

CLUB HOUSE RENTALS

Rentals are available Contact: Marge Martinc at: (216) 695-4595

ANNUAL MEETING

On November 13, 2023 the annual meeting was held at the clubhouse. There were 12 units present representing 11.997% and 41 units represented by proxy at 40.0632% and total of 52.06%. Welcome Larry Keltner and Kimberly Ivec to the Board. Thank you, Marge Martinc for your many years of service on the Board to the Fairfax Manor Community.
If you are interested in attending a meeting, please call QCM for the scheduled date, time, and location (or Zoom link). Usually, meetings are held the 2nd Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the clubhouse.

RULES

The speed limit throughout the Condominium Property is 10 m.p.h.

• There is to be absolutely NO PLAYING in the parking lot areas for safety.
• Please break down all boxes before placing in dumpster. Please be sure to close the dumpster lids to avoid unwanted rodents.
• Please help to keep the community clean. Loitering is Prohibited, all trash is to be placed in a dumpster. Everyone wants to live in a clean environment. Please DO NOT
  LITTER. If you see trash while outside, please help us to keep costs down and our community property values up, pick it up and throw it away.
• Pets are prohibited to eliminate on landscaping areas. It is recommended to use areas east of carports for pet walking.
• Pets must be on a hand-held leash at all times. This is for the health and safety of all residents/guests. Immediate and complete clean up after a pet is required. The unit
  owner of any resident or guest observed not cleaning up after their pet may be fined up to $50 per violation. Please clean off your pet’s paws before coming into the building from outside to remove any possible dirt or mud, specifically in buildings A, C, G, & H.

Grills/Barbecues:

1. Prohibited to be used within ten (10) feet of a multi-family building and vinyl fence structure.
2. Charcoal grill must be attended by an adult at all times when in operation.
3. A portable fire extinguisher must be located at the cooling site
4. All furniture, throw pillows, patio umbrellas, paper goods, etc. must be removed from the cooking site.

Firepits/Chimneas

Fire pits, chimineas, charcoal burners, and outdoor heaters are prohibited on the condominium property.

PLUMBING REPAIR PROCEDURE
The owner of a unit requiring plumbing repairs for apartment style A, C, G & H buildings must pick up a key at the management office. A $50.00 cash only deposit is required. The deposit will be refunded to the owner upon receipt of the key. A copy of the Plumbers license and proof of insurance must be provided before any common area plumbing  affected can be turned off for ANY/ALL buildings. The unit owner must be present during the plumbing repair. IMPORTANT: The unit owner must provide 24- 48 hours advance notice and post at the building for all residents within the building prior to water turn off. Please be considerate and schedule repairs weekdays, after 9:00 a.m. and before 5:00 p.m.

PROPERTY NEWS

➢ POSITIVE ENERGY replaced the Federal Pacific electrical breaker boxes at buildings: B, D, G, H, I, J, N, and O.
➢ GUTTER KINGS completed the gutter cleaning.
➢ MIGHTY DUCTS completed the exterior dryer vent cleaning.
➢ AQUA OHIO completed the replacement of the water meters in the G, H, and I buildings.
➢ BILL REYNOLDS HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING replaced the hot water tank in the N building with a tankless heater.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Please consider volunteering for the Neighborhood Block Watch to help prevent vandalism and crime at our association. If you see suspicious activity, please call the Police at 440-255-1234 and notify the Building Captain.
The following are the volunteer captains:
A Need volunteer
B Barb Garcher
C Need volunteer
D Tasha Jafelice
G Need volunteer
H Marge Martinc
I Need volunteer
J Gayle Swaine
K Becky Bures
N Frank Kramer
THANK YOU TO ALL THE VOLUNTEERS!!

Need a personal contractor for something?

If you are in need of services by a contractor, below are the names and phone numbers of contractors that have been used in the past for repairs:
Handy Randy, Handyman 440-897-4874
Campbell Plumbing, Plumber 440-478-8484
Greg White, Electrician 440-487-6912
DISCLAIMER: Fairfax Manor Condominium Association does not approve or warrant any service or product advertised in this newsletter. The placement of an advertisement or post in this newsletter does not imply or express an endorsement by either the Association or its Board of any business, proprietor, or individual advertising or posting, or any product or service offered or referenced in this newsletter.

COMMUNITY CARE

➢ If you are aware of any neighbors that are having surgery, ill, or have lost a loved one please call or email the office to make us aware, as we would love to send out a card of
care.
➢ Lights are numbered and when bulbs are out, the association replaces the bulbs and sensors as needed. Report lights out to QCM with the respective light fixture number.

BUILDING INSURANCE CONTACT

Building Association Insurance coverage is provided by Jim Gesler, Agent who is reachable at 440-846-5511. As a reminder, owners and renters are required to have their own contents and interior coverage.

DID YOU KNOW?
Rubbish pick-up days for the dumpsters are Mondays and Thursdays. If the holiday falls on a Sunday, the rubbish schedule stays the same, if the holiday falls on a week day,
rubbish pick will be the following day. If you have large items you need to dispose of, please call the Management Office to advise what the item is that requires a special pickup. There may be an extra charge for these items. Thank you for your understanding and patience.

Please, bag all trash being placed in the dumpsters. Simply dumping your kitchen trash can into the dumpster creates a mess when strong winds blow litter throughout the community. Thank you very much to those residents that are picking up trash. It keeps the fees down.

Water & Gas – The Association pays for water and heat. Please be mindful of this and fix your faucet or toilet leaks quickly. Also, remember to first adjust the temperature of your thermostat and then turn it down before opening your windows to cool down your unit.

To Avoid Fires:
❖ Avoid placing a space heater within three feet of anything flammable.
❖ Extension cords are designed for temporary use only. Long term use is a Major Fire Hazard!
❖ Make sure your smoke alarm/detector has a new battery.
❖ Make sure you have a Fire Extinguisher.
❖ Make sure there are no blocked exits in your residence.

MANAGEMENT COMPANY
Mary Miragliotta, President, Community Association
Manager – CMCA®, AMS®, PCAM®
Quality Community Management Inc.
34914 Ridge Road
Willoughby, OH 44094
Phone: 440-946-4747 Fax: 440-946-4749
Emergency: 440-725-6889
Email: qcmmary@att.net
Quality Community Management, Inc.
Lina Alt, Community Association Assistant Manager
Email: qcmlina@att.net
Hours: Monday thru Thursday 9 am – 5 pm
Friday 9 am – 3 pm
By appointment only

HERE’S RECENT NEWS:
➢ Reserve Study Update – Reserve Advisors was approved by the Board of Directors to inspect and prepare an updated capital component study. This report will provide
the Board replacement costs and be a guide for recommended future projects.
➢ Fences Damaged by Tornado – Great Lakes Fence was approved by the Board of Directors to replace damaged fences around patios from the tornado in August.
➢ Ultralawn – was approved for four applications of lawn fertilization, weed control and a grub prevention application.

Prepared by Cathy Nash, Administrative Assistant at Quality Community Management for Fairfax Manor Condominiums, January 2024.

NEWSLETTER – FALL 2022

Assessment fees are due on the 1st of the month. A $25 late fee is applied if your payment is received after the fifteenth (15th) of the month. A $25 late fee will be applied on any unpaid balance.  REMINDER! We strongly encourage everyone to begin making payments via one of our electronic payment options. These options are secure, simple, and easy. Here are the payment options:

ACH Payments: Sign up for AutoPay Your monthly assessment fee will be automatically debited from your checking account on the date of your choice each month. You can also choose to make monthly payments. Please go to www.qualitycm.appfolio.com/connect and log in to sign up. These options are free. Online Payments with E-Check or Credit Card:

Set up a one-time or reoccurring E- Check payment. Paying by electronic check is free. There is an option of paying by Credit Card also, but there is a convenience fee. These options are available on our secure website: www.qualitycommunitymgmt.com or Fairfax Manor’s web portal as a payment option via qualitycm.appfolio.com/connect.

Association fees are always payable to: FAIRFAX MANOR Your individual seven (7) digit account number must appear on your payment so it is processed in a timely manner.
Payments that are mailed, must be sent to:
Fairfax Manor
c/o Quality Community Management, Inc.
P.O. Box 33812
Detroit, MI 48232-5812

To all unit owners who pay timely, we thank you!

Mark Your Calendar
The Annual Meeting is scheduled for Monday November 14, 2022, please see the enclosed proxy/notice for details.

PROPERTY UPDATES
❖ CSC Machines was approved to provide payment option technology (A new form of payment) on the laundry machines. Instructions will be posted. Further information will be provided when received.
❖ Bruziv has been contracted for the snow plowing and sidewalk cleaning for the 2022-2023 season. *REMINDER* Per the Rules and Regulations, if your vehicle is in the parking area during snowfall, it must be moved during the day when the snow accumulation reaches two (2) inches. In order for it to be properly plowed and cleared of snow, please utilize your carport for your vehicle. As the Holidays are coming around think safe and travel in pairs.

BIRD FEEDERS:

1. Bird feeders are prohibited from being placed in the Common Elements or attached to the exterior of the buildings.
2. Hummingbird feeders are permitted in the Limited Common Element. Ground feeding of wildlife such as birds, Canada Geese, ducks, squirrels, etc. is prohibited. Food placed (or falls) on the ground around a Family Unit attracts rodents and creates both an unsightly appearance and a health hazard.
   3. Canada Geese are known to inhabit areas where open water and green grass can be found. Feeding the geese is prohibited. Please remember as flocks of geese develop, grass disappears and their waste becomes a problem.

Dumpsters:

Please remember when taking out trash:
1. All boxes are to be broken down flat, no packing material.
2. Please make sure all trash is placed inside dumpster. Do NOT place any items on the ground. Trash cannot be placed on the ground outside of ANY dumpsters. If extra items are being disposed of, for example: furniture, appliances, mattresses, etc. please call Quality Community Management to schedule a special pick up. On average the fees are $10-$15.
3. Note that violators may be fined or charged back.
Trash/Recycling collection schedule for the Fall 2022 holiday observed by Major Waste: Thanksgiving-November 24, 2022 normally scheduled for Thursday will be collected on Wednesday, November 23.

WELCOME NEW OWNERS
We hope you are enjoying your new home and our wonderful community!!

ADDITIONAL REMINDERS
➢ Check out the community website or check out Facebook https://www.facebook.com/FairfaxManorCondos
➢ For school drop off & pick-up, please do NOT park on the grass or obstruct other vehicles.
➢ The speed limit is 10 mph. For the safety of everyone, PLEASE SLOW DOWN.
➢ Carports are to be used as the primary parking space.
➢ Pets must be on a hand-held leash at all times when outside of your unit. This is for the health and safety of all residents/guests. Immediate and complete clean up after a pet
is required. The unit owner of any resident or guest observed not cleaning up after their pet may be fined up to $50 per violation.

NEED A PERSONAL CONTRACTOR FOR SOMETHING IN YOUR UNIT?
If you are in need of services by a contractor, below are the names and phone numbers of contractors that have been used in the past for repairs:
Handy Randy, Handyman 440-897-4874
Ken Flanigan, Plumber 440-477-0223
Greg White, Electrician 440-487-6912

DISCLAIMER: Fairfax Manor Condominium Association does not approve or warrant any service or product advertised in this newsletter. The placement of an advertisement or post in this newsletter does not imply or express an endorsement by either the Association or its Board of any business, proprietor, or individual advertising or posting, or any product or service offered or referred in this newsletter.

CLUB HOUSE RENTALS

A fee of $50 per each use of the Clubhouse will be charged that is non-refundable and a $100 deposit.Contact: Marge Martinc at: (216) 695-4595

Do you have general questions about the community? Would you like to keep association copy and postage costs down? Wouldn’t you like to know immediately if there are any updates to be aware of? If so, register for Appfolio the community web portal. For example: messages, updates, notices, the Rules and Regulations Handbook and reminders
for Fairfax Manor owners are sent to your email, text or phone. Go to: qualitycm.appfolio.com/connect an e-mail address is required. Sign up today!

We are currently seeking volunteers to be a Captains for buildings A, G, and I. Please consider volunteering for the Neighborhood Block Watch to help prevent vandalism and
crime at our association. If you see suspicious activity, please call the Police at: 440-255-1234 and notify the building captain. The following are needed for volunteer captains:
A Need volunteer
G Need volunteer
I Need volunteer
Please step forward to help your community THANK YOU TO ALL THE VOLUNTEERS!

MANAGEMENT COMPANY
Mary Miragliotta, CMCA®, AMS®, PCAM®
Quality Community Management Inc.
34914 Ridge Road
Willoughby, OH 44094
Phone: 440-946-4747
Emergency: 440-725-6889
Fax: 440-946-4749
Email: qcmmary@att.net
Bridgette Turpin,
Community Association Specialist
Email: qcmbridgette@att.net
Monday –Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Friday 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Note: We have a secure mailbox outside our office door for your convenience 24/7.

BUILDING INSURANCE CONTACT
Building Association Insurance coverage is provided by Gesler Insurance Agency. Jim Gesler is our agent and he is reachable at 440-846-5511. As a reminder, owners and renters are required to have their own contents and interior coverage.

HAPPY FALL

NEWSLETTER – SUMMER 2022

Maintenance fees are due on the 1st of the month. A $25 late fee is applied if your payment is received after the fifteenth (15th) of the month. A $25 late fee will be applied on any unpaid balance. Thank you to all owners who pay timely!

Please go to www.qualitycm.appfolio.com. An e-mail address is required to activate. Owners can view their account, make payments, view documents and make requests. We are continually uploading documents and information to make it more user friendly and informative to residents. It’s convenient and free. Sign up today!

PORTAL
Here is the direct link where owners will be able to log into their portal:  qualitycm.appfolio.com/connect. Online Payments with E-Check or Credit Card: Set up a one-time or reoccurring E- Check payment. Paying by electronic check is free. There is an option of paying by Credit Card also, but there is a 3% convenience fee. These options are available on our secure website:  Association fees are always payable to: Fairfax Manor Your individual seven (7) digit account number must appear on your payment so it is
processed in a timely manner.

Payments that are mailed, must be sent to:
Fairfax Manor Condominium
c/o Quality Community Management, Inc.
P.O. Box 33812
Detroit, MI 48232-5812

CLUB HOUSE RENTALS
Rentals are available Contact: Marge Martinc at: (216) 695-4595

WELCOME TO THE NEW OWNERS
We hope you are enjoying your new home and our wonderful community!

Owners – Are you in violation? In accordance with State Statute, you must provide the management company with the following information concerning tenants within (7)
seven days of the beginning of the lease:
a) Name(s) of the tenant(s)
b) Number of cars, make, model & license number
c) Copy of the lease
d) Emergency contact information & email addresses

PLUMBING REPAIR PROCEDURE:
The owner of a unit requiring plumbing repairs for A, C, G & H buildings must pick up a key at the management office. A $50.00 cash only deposit is required. The
deposit will be refunded to the owner upon receipt of the key.
▪ A copy of the Plumbers license and proof of insurance must be provided before any common area plumbing affected can be turned off for any/all
buildings.
▪ The unit owner must be present during the plumbing repair.
▪ The unit owner must provide 24-hour advance notice prior to water turn off.
▪ Please be considerate and schedule repairs weekdays, after 9:00 a.m. and before 5:00 p.m. Please contact Quality Community Management for emergencies at 440-725-6889 after office hours. “Emergency is defined as a situation affecting the safety of an occupant or threatening damage to Common Elements”.

HIGHLY IMPORTANT CONCERNS FROM THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
Please show care and concern about the Fairfax Community, after all this is your home. It would be appreciated if all Unit Owners and or your residents act as a cohesive unit and be considerate of all neighbors. It raises monthly Assessment fees to hire vendors/contractors for damages, repairs and basic maintenance issues caused by unit owners and or their residents. Some of the extra costs and services to maintain the property can be avoided if we work together as a community.

Please step up and help your community’s needs.

RELIABLE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO HELP WATER AREAS ON PROPERTY
Please consider volunteering for the Neighborhood Block Watch to help prevent vandalism and crime at our association. If you see suspicious activity, please call the Police at 440-255-1234 and notify the building captain. We need the following volunteer captains:
A Need volunteer
G Need Volunteer
I Need volunteer
Please step forward to help your community THANK YOU TO ALL THE VOLUNTEERS!!

URGENT – reliable dedicated volunteers and crime watch captains are greatly needed. Volunteers are needed to water the lawn in your area. Have new plantings that need watering.

HELPFUL REMINDERS
FINES –There are many Rules and Regulations being completely ignored. Due to the overwhelming and growing numbers of concerns, violators will be assessed fees for each infraction. If the violators continue not to adhere to the “GOOD NEIGHBOR POLICY” and the Rules and Regulations, further actions will be taken. These concerns are being taken
very serious. Please review your Rulebook. Violators will not be tolerated. Fines will be given.
❖ Please monitor your minors while playing outside and direct them to play in appropriate areas. Playing (of any sort) in parking lots, and carports is not only extremely dangerous but is prohibited.
❖ SLOW DOWN For the safety of all residents/guests, SLOW DOWN and do the speed limit. The speed limit is 10 MPH.
❖ There is a Stop Sign at the exit onto Lucretia Court. Residents/guests must come to a COMPLETE STOP before exiting the property
❖ Pets must be on a hand-held leash at all times when outside of your unit. LOOSE PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED AT ANY TIME! This is for the health and safety of all residents/guests. Immediate and complete clean up after a pet is required. Please be considerate to not allow your pet to tramlple and release pet excretory products onto
others patios and flower bed areas. The unit owner of any resident or guest observed not cleaning up after their pet will be fined up to $50 per violation. Please clean off your pet’s paws before coming in from outside to remove any possible dirt or mud.
❖ Everyone wants to live in a clean environment. Please DO NOT LITTER ON OUR GROUNDS. If you see trash while outside, please pick it up and throw it away. After all this is your home.
❖ Summer is here. Please water the areas around your unit.
❖ We encourage everyone with a patio to clean and maintain it.
❖ Fireplace chimney needs cleaned annually.
❖ Check out the community website at www.7970mentor.com And Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/FairfaxCondos
❖ LAUNDRY ROOM ETIQUETTE: PLEASE BE MINDFUL and considerate of your fellow neighbors. After each use please be sure to thoroughly clean all areas used, including dryer traps and wiping out the washing machines.

The Association pays for water and heat. Please be mindful of this and fix your faucet or toilet leaks quickly. Also, remember to first adjust the temperature of your thermostat and then turn it down before opening your windows to cool down your unit.

This is a reminder: Rubbish pick up of the dumpsters are Mondays and Thursdays. The timing of the pick up may vary for the balance of the summer due to substitute drivers, vacations, and needed schedule changes. If the holiday falls on a Sunday, the rubbish schedule stays the same, if the holiday falls on a week day, rubbish pick will be the following day.

If you have large items you need to dispose of, please call the Management Office to advise what the item is that requires a special pickup. There may be an extra charge
for these items. Thank you for your understanding and patience.

Please, bag all trash being placed in the dumpsters. Simply dumping your kitchen trash can into the dumpster creates a mess when strong winds blow litter throughout the community. Thank you very much to those residents that are picking up trash. It keeps the fees down. Break down boxes BEFORE placing in dumpster! Keep dumpster lids closed!

PROPERTY UPDATE
➢ The proposed Leasing Restriction would prohibit owners of units that are not currently leased and any further owners from leasing their units it is still pending, with 42.7166% in favor. We need all owner votes. If you have not, Please Send In Ballots. Go to qualitycm.appfolio.com/connect for information.

Need a personal contractor for something?
If you are in need of services by a contractor, below are the names and phone numbers of contractors that have been used in the past for repairs:
Handy Randy, Handyman 440-897-4874
Ken Flanigan, Plumber 440-477-0223
Greg White, Electrician 440-487-6912
Toby’s Appliance Service 440-477-3394

DISCLAIMER: Fairfax Manor Condominium Association does not approve or warrant any service or product advertised in this newsletter. The placement of an advertisement or post in this newsletter does not imply or express an endorsement by either the Association or its Board of any business, proprietor, or individual advertising or posting, or any product or service offered or referenced in this newsletter

Do you have general questions about the community? Would you like to keep association copy and postage costs down? Wouldn’t you like to know immediately if there are any updates to be aware of? If so, register for Appfolio, the community web portal. For example, messages, updates, notices, the Rules and Regulations Handbook and reminders for Fairfax Manor owners are sent to your email, text or phone. Go to qualitycm.appfolio.com/connect an e-mail address is required. Sign up today!

BUILDING INSURANCE CONTACT
Building Association Insurance coverage is provided by Nationwide. Jim Gesler is the Agent, reachable at 440-846-5511. As a reminder, owners and renters are required to have their own contents and interior coverage.

MANAGEMENT COMPANY
Mary Miragliotta, CMCA®, AMS®, PCAM®
Quality Community Management Inc.
34914 Ridge Road
Willoughby, OH 44094
Phone: 440-946-4747
Fax: 440-946-4749
Emergency: 440-725-6889
Email: qcmmary@att.net
Email: qcmbridgette@att.net
Our hours of operation are as follows:
Appointments are necessary for all concerns
Monday –Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Friday 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

LOCAL SUMMER EVENTS

August 12, 2022
Tunes at the Lagoons – Aftermath, Experience the Sixties
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Mentor Lagoons Nature Preserve & Marina,
8365 Harbor Dr, Mentor, OH 44060

August 13, 202
Mentor Cruise-In
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Civic Center Park, 8500 Civic Center Blvd.,
Mentor, Ohio 44060

August 16, 2022
Mentor Rocks Concert – 20 RIDE is playing
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Mentor Civic Amphitheater,
8600 Munson Rd, Mentor, OH 44060,

SIGNATURE TOUR & TASTING AT DEBONNE VINEYARDS
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM EDT $16 – $27
Debonne Vineyards 7840 Doty Rd Madison
Madison Township, OH 44057

A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder At Rabbit Run Theater
7:30 PM – 9:30 PM EDT
Rabbit Run Theater 5648 Chapel Rd Madison
Madison Township, OH 44057

MILK & HONEY WEEKEND
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EDT
Lake Metroparks Farmpark 8800 Euclid Chardon Rd
Kirtland, OH 44094

MOE MONDAY
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM EDT $7.99
Moe’s 9710 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH 44060

Eastlake Farmer’s Market
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM EDT
Classic Park 35300 Vine St Eastlake, OH 44095

NEWSLETTER – SPRING 2022

Maintenance fees are due on the 1st of the month. A $25 late fee is applied if your payment is received after the fifteenth (15th) of the month. A $25 late fee will be applied on any unpaid balance. Thank you to all owners who pay timely!

Please go to www.qualitycm.appfolio.com. An e-mail address is required to activate. Owners can view their account, make payments, view documents and make requests. We are continually uploading documents and information to make it more user friendly and informative to residents. It’s convenient and free. Sign up today!

PORTAL
Here is the direct link where owners will be able to log into their portal:  qualitycm.appfolio.com/connect. Online Payments with E-Check or Credit Card: Set up a one-time or reoccurring E- Check payment. Paying by electronic check is free. There is an option of paying by Credit Card also, but there is a 3% convenience fee. These options are available on our secure website:  Association fees are always payable to: Fairfax Manor Your individual seven (7) digit account number must appear on your payment so it is
processed in a timely manner.

Payments that are mailed, must be sent to:
Fairfax Manor Condominium
c/o Quality Community Management, Inc.
P.O. Box 33812
Detroit, MI 48232-5812

THINGS TO REMEMBER
➢ There is to be absolutely NO PLAYING in the parking lot areas for safety.
➢ Please break down all boxes before placing in dumpster.
➢ Please be sure to close the dumpster lids to avoid unwanted rodents.
➢ Please help to keep the community clean. Loitering is Prohibited, all trash is to be placed in a dumpster.
➢ Everyone wants to live in a clean environment. Please DO NOT LITTER. If you see trash while outside, please help us to keep costs down and our community property
values up, pick it up and throw it away.
➢ Pets are prohibited to eliminate on Landscaping areas. It is recommended to use areas east of carports for pet walking and are to be cleaned up immediately.
➢ Pets must be on a hand-held leash at all times. This is for the health and safety of all residents/guests. Immediate and complete clean up after a pet is required. The unit
owner of any resident or guest observed not cleaning up after their pet may be fined up to $50 per violation. Please clean off your pet’s paws before coming into the building from outside to remove any possible dirt or mud.
➢ The Association pays for water and heat. Please be mindful of this and fix your faucet or toilet leaks quickly. Also, remember to first adjust the temperature of your
thermostat and then turn it down before opening your windows to cool down your unit.

Rubbish pick-up days for the dumpsters are Mondays and Thursdays. If the holiday falls on a Sunday, the rubbish schedule stays the same, if the holiday falls on a week day,
rubbish pick will be the following day. If you have large items you need to dispose of, please call the Management Office to advise what the item is that requires a special pickup. There may be an extra charge for these items. Thank you for your understanding and patience. Please, bag all trash being placed in the dumpsters. Simply dumping your kitchen trash can into the dumpster creates a mess when strong winds blow litter throughout the community. Thank you very much to those residents that are picking up trash. It
keeps the fees down.

CLUB HOUSE RENTALS
Rentals are available Contact: Marge Martinc at: (216) 695-4595

COMMUNITY TOGETHERNESS
Are there any residents interested in game night in the Clubhouse once a month? Any residents interested in grilling together across in the Garfield Park where children can swim, play meet and greet? If you are interested in a Fairfax Fest Community togetherness, please call Quality Community Management. Let’s bring the community together.

Annual Meeting: was held on November 8, 2021. There were 44 units by proxy and 8 units present. We Need a Volunteer Owner to serve on the Board. If you are interested, please email Mary at QCM.

PLUMBING REPAIR PROCEDURE
The owner of a unit requiring plumbing repairs for apartment style A, C, G & H buildings must pick up a key at the management office. A $50.00 cash only deposit is required. The deposit will be refunded to the owner upon receipt of the key.
▪ A copy of the Plumbers license and proof of insurance must be provided before any common area plumbing affected can be turned off for ANY/ALL buildings.
▪ The unit owner must be present during the plumbing repair.
▪ IMPORTANT: The unit owner must provide 24-48 hours advance notice and post at the building for all residents within the building prior to water turn off.
▪ Please be considerate and schedule repairs weekdays, after 9:00 a.m. and before 5:00 p.m.

WELCOME TO THE NEW OWNERS
We hope you are enjoying your new home and our wonderful community!

DO YOU KNOW?
❖ If you are aware of any neighbors that are having surgery, ill, or have lost a loved one please call or email the office to make us aware, as we would love to send out a card of
care.
❖ Lights are numbered and when bulbs are out, the association replaces the bulbs and sensors as needed. Report lights out to QCM with the respective fixture light number.

PROPERTY
➢ The proposed Leasing Restriction Amendment to the Declarations that would prohibit owners of units that are not currently leased and any further owners from leasing
their units is still pending, with 67.0612% in favor. We need all owner votes. If you have not voted, please send in your ballots.
➢ New Landscape Company – Bids were obtained, interviews held with the Board and BruZiv Landscaping has been contracted for the 2022 season effective April 1st through
November 30th for the weekly maintenance to include mowing, shrub trimming, spring and fall cleanup and mulching.
➢ Fertilization/Weeds in Lawn – UltraLawn, (new company this year) has been approved for 4 applications of lawn fertilization, weed control and grub prevention.
➢ CPA, Steve Patriok of Premier Accounting was approved to do a review of the 2021 financial statements.
➢ As new plants are added to the property voluteers for watering are needed. Please call QCM if you are able to help.

Need a personal contractor forsomething?

If you are in need of services by a contractor, below are the names and phone numbers of contractors that have been used in the past for repairs:
Handy Randy, Handyman 440-897-4874
Ken Flanigan, Plumber 440-477-0223
Greg White, Electrician 440-487-6912
DISCLAIMER: Fairfax Manor Condominium Association does not approve or warrant any service or product advertised in this newsletter. The placement of an advertisement or post in this newsletter and website does not imply or express an endorsement by either the Association or its Board of any business, proprietor, or individual advertising or posting, or any product or service offered or referenced in this newsletter.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Please consider volunteering for the Neighborhood Block Watch to help prevent vandalism and crime at our association. If you see suspicious activity, please
call the Police at 440-255-1234 and notify the Building Captain.
The following building spots are available:
A Need volunteer
C Need volunteer
I Need volunteer
THANK YOU TO ALL THE VOLUNTEERS!!

BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Tasha Jafelice – President
Artie Lucarelli – Vice President
Marge Martinc – Secretary
Jim White – Member at Large
TBD – Treasurer

Board meetings have been monthly via zoom during most of the pandemic. We hope to be in person for future meetings. If you’re interested in attending a meeting, please call QCM for the scheduled date, time and location or zoom link. Usually, meetings are held the 2nd Monday at 7 pm. We Need a Volunteer Owner to serve on the Board. If you are interested, please email Mary at QCM.

CARPORT SPACE?
If you are interested in renting out your unused carport space to a Fairfax resident, please call QCM and they will create a list and let you know if there are interested residents.

BUILDING INSURANCE CONTACT
Building Association Insurance coverage is provided by Nationwide. Jim Gesler, Agent is reachable at 440-846-5511. As a reminder, owners and renters are required to have their own contents and interior coverage

MANAGEMENT COMPANY
Mary Miragliotta, President, Community Association
Manager – CMCA®, AMS®, PCAM®
Quality Community Management Inc.
34914 Ridge Road
Willoughby, OH 44094
Phone: 440-946-4747 Fax: 440-946-4749
Email: qcmmary@att.net
Quality Community Management, Inc.
Bridgette Turpin, Community Association Specialist
Email: qcmbridgette@att.net
Hours: Monday thru Thursday 9 am – 5 pm
Friday 9 am – 3 pm
Saturday & Sunday Closed

Please contact Quality Community Management for emergencies at 440-725-6889 after office hours. “Emergency is defined as a situation affecting the safety of an occupant or threatening damage to Common Elements” Note: We have a secure mailbox outside our door for your convenience 24/7 if you want to drop off correspondence.

NEWSLETTER – SPRING 2021

FINANCIAL UPDATE

Maintenance fees are due on the 1st of the month. A $25 late fee is applied if your payment is received after the fifteenth (15th) of the month. A $25 late fee will be applied on any unpaid balance. THANK YOU TO ALL UNIT OWNERS TO PAY TIMELY!

REMINDER!

We strongly encourage everyone to begin making payments via one of our electronic payment options. These options are secure, simple, and easy. With the current pandemic (Coronavirus/COVID-19) we have experienced some delays in receiving payments by the US Postal Service. Here are the payment options:

• ACH Payments: Sign up for Direct Debit. Your monthly maintenance fee will be automatically debited from your checking account between the 5th and 8th of each month.
  Please go to www.pilera.com for an ACH form or contact the Management office. This option is free.
• Online Payments with E-Check or Credit Card: Set up a one-time or reoccurring E- Check payment. Paying by electronic check is free. There is an option of paying by
  Credit Card also, but there is a 3% convenience fee. These options are available on our secure website: www.qualitycommunitymgmt.com or Fairfax Manor’s web
  portal as a payment option via www.pilera.com
• Association fees are always payable to: FAIRFAX MANOR Your individual seven (7) digit account number must appear on your payment so it is processed in a timely
  manner.  Payments that are mailed, must be sent to:
  Fairfax Manor
  c/o Quality Community Management, Inc.
  P.O. Box 33812
  Detroit, MI 48232-5812

CLUB HOUSE RENTALS
Due to the current pandemic, Clubhouse rentals are still suspended until further notice.

PLUMBING REPAIR PROCEDURE:
The owner of a unit requiring plumbing repairs for A, C, G & H buildings must pick up a key at the management office. A $50.00 cash only deposit is required. The deposit will be refunded to the owner upon receipt of the key.

• A copy of the Plumbers license and proof of insurance must be provided before any common area plumbing affected can be turned off for any/all buildings.
• The unit owner must be present during the plumbing repair.
• The unit owner must provide 24-hour advance notice prior to water turn off.
• Please be considerate and schedule repairs weekdays, after 9:00 a.m. and before 5:00 p.m.
• Please contact Quality Community Management for emergencies at 440-725-4715 after office hours. “Emergency is defined as a situation affecting the safety of an occupant or threatening damage to Common Elements”

Painting Schedule:

Painting will start the week of March 1 and will proceed as follows:

• Week of March: 1st – Building H, 8th Building G, 15th Building C, 22nd Building A:
• Areas of work to be done: Common hallway walls, trim, doors, unit doors, ceilings, stair stringers, metal rails. Residents will need to cooperate to have unit doors open
  while being painted. Please limit ingress and egress to the building during this time.

HELPFUL REMINDERS
➢ Check out the community website at 7970mentor.com
➢ And Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/FairfaxCondos
➢ For the safety of all residents/guests, PLEASE SLOW DOWN. The speed limit is 10 MPH
➢ There is a stop sign at the exit onto Lucretia Court. Residents/guests must come to a COMPLETE STOP before exiting the property
➢ Pets must be on a hand-held leash at all times when outside of your unit. This is for the health and safety of all residents/guests. Immediate and complete clean up after a pet is required. The unit owner of any resident or guest observed not cleaning up after their pet may be fined up to $50 per violation. Please clean off your pet’s paws before coming in from outside to remove any posible dirt or mud.
➢ Spring is here. We encourage everyone with a patio to clean and maintain it.
➢ Everyone wants to live in a clean environment. Please DO NOT LITTER. If you see trash while outside, please pick it up and throw it away.

The Association pays for water and heat. Please be mindful of this and fix your faucte or toilet leaks quickly. Also, remember to first adjust the temperature of your thermostat and then turn it down before opening your windows to cool down your unit.

2021 SPECIAL COLLECTIONS SCHEDULE
Lake County Fairgrounds
1301 Mentor Ave., Painseville Twp.
ACCEPTED & PROHIBITED: items listed at www.LakeCountyOhio.gov/Utilities

Electronics Collection-April 24 & August 14
8 a.m. – 2 p.m
No fees, all household electronics are recycled, erased and disposed of safely.

Tire Collection-May 1 & May 8
8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Up to 6 tires free, fees for tires on rims or over sized tires, cash/check only.

Television Collection- May 8 & August 14
8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Fees may apply depending on screen type and size, cash/check only.

Hazardous Waste Collection- June 5 & September 25
8 a.m. – 2 p.m
No fees, all items are recycled or disposed of safely.

PROPERTY UPDATE
➢ The Board approved a contract to have Buildings A,C,G & H repainted by Curb Appeal, as well as the removal of tile on the first floor, carpet on stairs, and replacement of carpet tiles by Carpet One.
➢ The proposed Leasing Restriction would prohibit owners of units that are not currently leased and any further owners from leasing their units it is still pending, with 29.9194% in favor. We need all owner votes. Please send in ballots. Go to www.pilera.com for information.
➢ The recycling dumpster has been removed. Unfortunately, the wrong items were being placed in the recycling dumpster therefore contaminating the entire load. After lengthy
discussions, the Board unanimously decided to remove the recycling dumpster. It has been replaced by another regular trash dumpster. If you have large items you need to dispose of, please call the Management Office to advise what the item is that requires a special pickup. There may be an extra charge for these items.
➢ Sanitary sewer backups due to tree roots in D Building has resulted in necessary excavation and consideration of tree removal.
➢ Durchik Turf Management will be onsite for lawn fertilizer, weed, and grub prevention
➢ Landscape maintenance will be done by Ianiro Landscaping April 1st through November 30th.
➢ Do you have a new vehicle? Please complete and submit a new vehicle form. These are available on www.pilera.com for your convenience.
➢ Need a personal contractor for something? If you are in need of services by a contractor, below are the names and phone numbers of contractors that have
been used in the past for repairs:
Handy Randy, Handyman 440-897-4874
Ken Flanigan, Plumber 440-477-0223
Greg White, Electrician 440-487-6912
Toby’s Appliance Service 440-477-3394

DISCLAIMER: Fairfax Manor Condominium Association does not approve or warrant any service or product advertised in this newsletter. The placement of an advertisement or post in this newsletter does not imply or express an endorsement by either the Association or its Board of any business, proprietor, or individual advertising or posting, or any product or service offered or referenced in this newsletter. Do you have general questions about the community? Would you like to keep association copy and postage costs down? Wouldn’t you like to know immediately if there are any updates to be aware of? If so, register for Pilera, the community web portal. For example, messages,
updates, notices, the Rules and Regulations Handbook and reminders for Fairfax Manor owners are sent to your email, text or phone. Go to www.pilera.com An e-mail
address is required. Sign up today!

BUILDING INSURANCE CONTACT
Building Association Insurance coverage is provided by Nationwide. The Merhar Agency is reachable at 440-946-2040. As a reminder, owners and renters are required to have their own contents and interior coverage

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Please consider volunteering for the Neighborhood Block Watch to help prevent vandalism and crime at our association. If you see suspicious activity, please call the
Police at 440-255-1234 and notify the building captain. The following are the volunteer captains:
A Need volunteer
B Barb Garcher
C JoAnn Collingwood
D Tasha Jafelice
G Judy Walker
H Marge Martinc
I Need volunteer
J Gayle Swaine
K Becky Bures
N Frank Kramer
O Veronique Berthet-Judy

THANK YOU TO ALL THE VOLUNTEERS!!

FAIRFAX MANOR BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Tasha Jafelice – President
Artie Lucarelli – Vice President
Marge Martinc – Secretary
Becky Bures – Treasurer
Jim White – Member at Large

MANAGEMENT COMPANY
Mary Miragliotta, CMCA®, AMS®, PCAM®
Quality Community Management Inc.
34914 Ridge Road
Willoughby, OH 44094
Phone: 440-946-4747
Fax: 440-946-4749
Email: qcmmary@att.net

Our office is closed to the public. We have a secure mailbox outside our door if you want to drop off correspondence.
Monday –Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Friday 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.