Package Pick-Up

Happy Holidays to our Residents! I can't believe it's already the 23rd of December!

Many of you have had packages delivered to the office! Make sure you pick them up, or schedule to have us deliver them soon! If you have not picked up your package by tomorrow afternoon, we will be dropping them off at your apartment door to ensure you get them before the holiday closure.

If you'd prefer to have the package left inside your door, please call us and leave us a message giving permission to enter and we'll make sure to slip it in your door before we close!

Thanks again, and enjoy the holiday!!

Thanks for Stopping By!

We may have had a small crowd, but I couldn't be happier with our Holiday Party. I had smiling parents and sugar-high happy children decorating yummy cookies in my office this weekend! Add in yummy snacks and a round of PictionaryMan, and it made for a great afternoon.

Congrats to Joshua and Sarah, and Tonya and Cisco! Each of their families won $100 gas giftcards!

Thanks again! Hope to see more friendly faces at our next event!

Follow us on Facebook and Twitter!

Yes, We are expanding into the social networking world!

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Don't Forget!

I just wanted to put a reminder out there that we are hosting our Resident Holiday Party on Sunday, December 20th, 2009 at 3:00 pm!

I'll be providing drinks and some snacks, but I encourage each and every one of you to bring your favorite dish to share with your neighbors.

We will also be decorating cookies! yum yum! So bring the family!

And of course, don't forget to enter the raffle for our doorprize giveaway. It's a good one!

My and my family will see you and yours on Sunday!!

Making Your Apartment Fire Safe!

Fire is perhaps the most dangerous and deadly of all home emergencies. Protecting your apartment from accidental fire is one of the most important things you will ever do for yourself and your family. Let this checklist be your guide:


—Keep combustible materials away from heat sources such as chimneys, water heaters, portable heaters, etc.

—Store combustible materials away from stairways and walkways (they could block your exit in a fire). Do not store, use or carry flammable liquids in open containers.

—Keep ovens, range-tops and exhaust fans clean of grease.

—never leave cooking , candles or open flames unattended.

—Replace worn or frayed cords, plugs or wiring immediately.

—Quench fireplace fires completely before retiring.

—Inspect smoke detectors monthly.

—Establish escape routes from your home and know where to meet outside.

—make sure all windows can easily be opened from the inside .

—In the event your clothing should catch fire, stop what you’re doing, drop to the floor and roll around until flames are extinguished.

Maintaining Your Garbage Disposal

Having a garbage disposal is a great amenity in any home. However, we as renter’s are still responsible for the proper use of your disposal. To keep your disposal running well, and to keep your drains clear, please follow the following tips:


*Run cold water while the disposal is on. Keep disposer and water running for 30 to 60 seconds AFTER the waste matter has cleared your drain. The waste still has a distance to go. Cold water keeps the motor, bearings and shredder assembly from overheating. It also lets the waste go down easier because the water is pushing it down.

*Keep anything too hard out of the disposal. The shredder will dull and become less efficient. Small hard objects can also get stuck and jam the rotating parts. Do not put hard bones, shells or popcorn kernels down the disposal.

*Do not put fibrous or starchy items in the disposal. Both can cause particularly stubborn drain blockages (fibers get tangled, and starches get thick). The following items should not be put down your disposal:

             Banana peels, celery, potato peelings, corn husks, arti chokes, eggshells, coffee grounds or
             filters, fruit pits, hard seeds, or onion skins.

*Avoid placing trash or hard items down the disposal. Common sense will go a long way, but here are some examples of items to avoid:

             Twist ties, pull tabs, rubber bands, glass, screws, nails, utensils, cigarette butts, bottle caps, fabric,
             string, rags, plant or flower clip pings, toys, hair or grease.

*Remember that using a disposal is not a method of reducing garbage. Putting things down the disposal that can cause a clog can cause a potential problem for the neighbor below or next to you.

Following these simple tips can save you and you family the time and hassle of having a clogged sewer line, broken garbage disposal, or clogged sink!

Join Us for A Holiday Potluck!

The staff of Autumn Village Apartments would like to invite you and your family to join us in celebrating the holidays on Sunday, December 20, 2009.


The festivities will begin at 3:00 pm with holiday music, yummy food and great company. Help us spread the cheer by bringing your favorite holiday side dish.

While you are here, make sure to enter for our free door prize giveaway and win, win, win!

And for the children (and any fun loving adults too!) we will be decorating Holiday Cookies! Yum Yum!

See you Sunday!

Order a Pizza and Support The Fallen Officers of Lakewood Police

Local Papa John’s stores will donate 100 percent of their profits on Tuesday and Wednesday, Dec. 8 and 9, to the families of the four slain Lakewood police officers.


“Our thoughts and prayers are with the families. Hopefully, not just businesses will get behind this, but the whole community,” district operations manager Matthew Edwards said. “These are the people who serve us on a daily basis and this is how we say thank you. We just want to let them know that we appreciate what they do.”

Papa John’s has about 40 locations in the greater Puget Sound area, including three in Kitsap County.

(Article obtained from Bremerton Patriot online.)

Happy Thanksgiving!

I just wanted to wish all of our wonderful residents a Happy Thanksgiving! Eat lots of turkey, and enjoy time with friends and family! I'm greatful I manage such a great community full of friendly people! Thank you!

A Letter From Your Manager....

   Happy Holidays! I can't believe we are already fast approaching the end of the year! Most of you know I have been out of the office after welcoming my beautiful new baby boy into the world. As I eased back into my position after 10 whole weeks, I was overwhelmed by greetings from great residents like you. It was hard leaving my new baby home and returning to work, but you made it so much easier. I would like to thank all of our residents for their warm welcome back! You are what makes my job so rewarding!
   After being gone for so long, I'm still playing a bit of catch up in the office. I'm noticing new faces and am eager to meet all the new residents who joined our community during my maternity leave.
   So to my new and continuing residents alike, stop in and share a coffee break with me. I'd love to hear from you!

Warm Regards,

Shauna Hebert
Business Manager

Are You A Responsible Pet Owner?

Providing for your pets' physical needs and caring for them with love and commitment are the first requirements of responsible pet owners. But these are not the only requirements. Pet caregivers cannot reasonably or responsibly ignore the impact their animals can have on neighbors. This is especially true of those living in multifamily rental properties.

Here are a few commonsense rules to keep your neighbors happy--and your pet safe!

Responsible Owners:
*Clean up after their pets and dispose of the waste in a sanitary manner. Not cleaning up after your pet can lead to fines as defined in your rental agreement.
*Keep their dogs on leashes at all times when outside the home.
*Help their cats stay safe and live longer by keeping them indoors and away from situations where they could become a nuisance.
*Ensure that their dogs or cats are licensed and outfited with visible identification at all times.
*Obey local animal nuisance laws (which generally define "excessive noise" by any animal as continuous or incessant for a period of ten minutes, or intermittently for one-half hour, to the disturbance of any person at any time day or night)
*spay or neuter their dog or cat to improve health and behavior of the animal and to prevent their animal from adding to the problem of pet overpopulation.
*Maintain an active flea-and-tick control program so these pests won't spread to neighboring units, the common areas of the building, or public parks.
*maintain a pet emergency kit that includes an emergency plan and supplies in the event the home must be quickly evacuated because of a disaster.

***Information adapted from www.hsus.org, Renting With Pets: The Online Resource For Rental Managers and Pet Owners

Let the Giving Begin!

In today's economy, everyone could use a bit of extra cash-especially around the holidays. We have got a simple way for you to make a quick buck.....

REFER A FRIEND!!

Not only will you end up with a neighbor you already know, but you will also end up with an extra $100 in your pocket! It's a win-win situation!

Here's How it Works:
*Tell you friends about Autumn Village
*Make sure they mention your name when they come in
*fill out a W-9 and we will mail you a check!

Conservice

Just a reminder to save you money....

Conservice bills are due on Sunday, November 1st. Save yourself some time and the cost of a stamp by paying it at our office. Just make sure to make the check or money order out to Autumn Village, and make a note in the memo that it is for payment of utilities!

Pay your utility bill on time to avoid an extra $10.00 late fee! Questions? Give us a call! 253.922.7537

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