The Gull's Call - Apr/May/Jun 2026

CommunityNews Congratulations to Former CHBIOA Security Guard Anson Law by Jacqui Galvez Vasquez T HE COMMUNITY OF Harbor Bay Isle Owners’ Association is proud to Anson has officially become Deputy Anson Law with the San Francisco Sheriff’s Office after graduating from the South Bay Regional Public Safety Training Academy in Salinas, California. We are thrilled to see one of our former team members continue his commitment to public service and wish him every success as he begins this new chapter. CHBIOA Manager Samantha Soogian Recognized in CACM Vision Awards by Jacqui Galvez Vasquez E VERY YEAR, THE CALIFORNIA Association of Community Managers (CACM) leadership, innovation, and dedication while making a meaningful difference in the lives of their colleagues, association homeowners, and the communities they serve. This year, CHBIOA Association Manager Samantha Soogian was nominated in four of the five categories for Vision Awards: Innovator, Leadership, Educational Excellence, and Company Culture. The fifth category was Rising Star. “I am honored to have been nominated across so many categories,” says Samantha. “Recognition is especially meaningful, as these values form the foundation of strong community management.” celebrate the accomplishments of former CHBIOA Security Guard Anson Law, who has recently achieved an exciting milestone in his career. recognizes professionals who exemplify the very best in the field of community management through the Vision Awards Program —honoring individuals who demonstrate exceptional

Temple Israel Completes Security Upgrades by Jacqui Galvez Vasquez T WO YEARS AGO, TEMPLE ISRAEL RECEIVED A security grant from FEMA and Cal OES to upgrade and enhance the overall safety of its property. We’re pleased to share that the project has now been completed. The improvements include a new courtyard fence and side gates, a new front door and courtyard entrance gate with an ADA-compliant access bar, replacement of exterior wooden doors with steel doors, and the installation of new security cameras, lighting, and an updated alarm system.

“We are honored to have been chosen as one of the Jewish synagogues across the country to receive this critical support,” said Temple Israel President, Kimberlee MacVicar. “We simply could not have funded this on our

own, and we apologize in advance to our wonderful neighbors if we accidentally set off the alarm as we learn this new system.” Temple Israel appreciates the community’s understanding as they become familiar with the upgraded security features.

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