The Gazette

Valuables in Vehicles

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f you park your vehicle on the street, be sure to not leave anything in sight that may look valuable to a thief.

There has been at least one report to Management of a recent car break in.

Even if something in your vehicle doesn’t seem valuable to you, anything visible in your vehicle is definitely valuable to a thief (i.e. removable mount from GPS, car charger for a cell phone, etc.).

Remember, if you see anything suspicious, you should call the San Jose Police Department at (408) 277-8911 immediately. Never approach anyone yourself because that will put yourself and others in danger. Try to get the best description possible when reporting a suspicious person but always stay in a safe place.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Sandra at Neighborhood Association Management.

Landscape

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he Board and landscape company, Medallion, will be walking the property and assessing trees in each yard to check for diseases and/or rodent infested trees and will determine if the tree needs to be removed. If your yard is affected, you will be notified at least one week before removal of the tree.

If you have any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to contact Management.

POOL OPENING!!

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he pool will be open on April 3, 2010.

If you wish to reserve the pool for a party, please contact management.

Pool Reminders:

Hours: Sunday-Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Friday & Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.

SHOWER REMINDER:

THE SHOWER IS ONLY TO BE USED BEFORE ENTERING THE POOL AND RE-ENTERING AFTER APPLYING LOTION OR OIL. DO NOT USE THE SHOWER FOR ANYTHING OTHER THAN POOL USE.

**ALL GUESTS MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN OWNER**

SLOW DOWN!!

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lease follow the speed limit signs within the community. It has been reported that several residents/guests are speeding through the property. Please remind your guest of the speed limit.

This is causing concern for several neighbors for their own safety and their children.

Keep in mind that the streets within Palacio are VERY narrow and everyone is expected to follow the speed limits.

If you are reported to management for speeding, you will be called to a hearing and/or fined. The amount of the fine depends on how many warnings you have been given (i.e. violation letter).

Trespassers

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lease keep an eye out for people who do not belong here. It was reported to Management that a couple of people who do not live in the community set off M80’s in the late hours of the evening.

If you ever see someone who does not live here, or who is doing something illegal, or just plain trespassing, please call the San Jose Police Department at 408-277-8900.

If you witness a crime in progress, you should call 911 immediately. Never approach anyone yourself. Doing so can put yourself in a dangerous situation.

The Police Department will come onto private property if they are called for trespassers or a crime.

Maintenance

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lease report any Association maintenance matters to management (i.e., street light out, gate broken, etc.) Management will contact the vendor and have this taken care of. DO NOT prop open or duct tape a broken gate. Contact Management to get it fixed. If you call regarding a light out, please get the number on the light pole. The maintenance crew comes during the day and need this number to make sure that the correct light is changed and/or repaired.

Parking

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lease remember that parking in the red marked Fire Lane is illegal and your vehicle may be subject to immediate towing. You may park in your garage or driveway, as well as in designated parking spaces. Please be considerate of your neighbors and do not block their driveway. Please do not park on a corner or within 6 feet of a corner as this obstructs a driver’s vision when making the turn. You may also be held liable if your vehicle is parked on a corner and there is an accident. Vehicles that are illegally parked will be ticketed and/or towed. If you are not sure of the parking rules, please refer to the 2010 Disclosures, Policies, and Procedures that were mailed in November of last year, or contact management.

Next Board Meeting

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he Board typically meets the third Monday of every other month. Both a notice of the exact, time and location of the Board meeting and the meeting agenda will be posted in the pool area at least four days before the meeting. Please call management for confirmation. All homeowners are encouraged to attend the quarterly Board meetings. If you are unable to attend the meeting but have something that you would like the Board to discuss, please call or e-mail management, so we can include it on the agenda. Also, if you are interested in running for the Board, please contact management for more information.