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Free Document Shredding & E-Waste Recycling Drop-off Event Saturday, June 29, 2024, 9 AM - 12 PM Community Center Parking Lot, 3195 Mecartney Road Community Parking Lot Sale Saturday, August 10, 2024, 9 AM - 1 PM Harbor Bay Landing Shopping Center (former CVS parking lot) Registration begins July 1, 2024, look for the form in the 3rd quarter issue of The Gull's Call. Free Document Shredding & E-Waste Recycling Drop-off Event Saturday, October 12, 2024, 9 AM - 12 PM Community Center Parking Lot, 3195 Mecartney Road We are considering adding two new events and need your feedback. Please let us know if you would participate in the following: • Maker’s Market Craft Faire , to be held in conjunction with the Parking Lot Sale on August 10th.

• Blood Drive for the American Red Cross in Fall 2024. Please email FrontOffice@harborbay.org and let us know!

Cover Photo: Prunus 'Kursar' (Flowering Cherry) by Marla Lee

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The Gull’s Call Community of Harbor Bay Isle News The Gull’s Call is a quarterly publication of the Community of Harbor Bay Isle Owners’ Association, produced in-house. It is available to all members. News articles and signed letters to the editor are welcome. The right to edit or refuse copy is reserved. Board of Directors President : Bill Pai; Rep. Village 3-A: Bayview Harbor, Lantern Bay, Sandpiper Cove, Seastrand Vice President: Paul Beusterien; Rep. Village 2: Bay Isle Pointe Director: Gary Hoffer; Rep. Village 1: Baywood Village, Clipper Cove, Costa Brava Secretary & Treasurer: Gary Lym; Rep. Village 5: Bay Colony, Cantamar, Columbia, Freeport, Headlands Director: Cheryl Paterson; Rep. Village 3-B: Brittany Landing Bay, Brittany Landing Harbor, Centre Court, Harbor Pointe Director: Bassey Obot; Rep. Village 4: Pelican Bay, Promontory, Woodbridge Vacant: Village 1-C: Bay Farm Community Church, Harbor Bay Landing LLC, Harbor Bay Club, Temple Israel, Peter Pan Academy, Water’s Edge Lodge, Community of Harbor Bay Isle Community Architectural Committee Arch Standards Manager: Anisa Dominguez Chairperson: Mita Raval Vice-Chairperson: Marlene Grcevich Members: Carole Parnes, Kristi Young Editorial Staff Reporters: Luci Ackhart, Scott Daley, Anisa Dominguez, Jacqui Galvez Vasquez, Andrea Godoy, Amanda Meng, Sandy Olsen, Bill Pai, Elyce Philcox, Cathy Sherrer, Lisa Tang, Mark Techaphunphol, Regan Young Gull's Call Production Staff Anisa Dominguez, Mandy Ho, Jacqui Galvez Vasquez Circulation The Gull’s Call is mailed to all members of The Community of Harbor Bay Isle; it is also available on our web site, www. harborbay.org .

Community Calendar......................4 CAC Meeting Dates.........................4 CHBI Association Abbreviations......5 Know Your Representatives.............5 President's Column.........................6 Community News............................7 Security News................................10 Architectural News........................15 CLASS..........................................17 Association News..........................21

Deadlines News and advertising deadlines are on or before the first of the month preceding publication. Send or bring copy to the Community of Harbor Bay Isle,

3195 Mecartney Road, Alameda, CA 94502. tel: (510) 865-3363 • fax: (510) 522-1436 Office Hours: 8 am – 4:30 pm • Monday – Friday

How to Contact Us

Community Offices www.harborbay.org • Executive Director.....x340................................. . ExecutiveDirector@harborbay.org • Office Manager.....x346........................ OfficeManager@harborbay.org • Receptionist.....x347................................................. FrontOffice@harborbay.org • The Gull's Call Editor................................................GullsCall @harborbay.org Security Services • Director of Security.....x367................................ SecurityDirector@harborbay.org • Security Commander.....x357............................ SecurityCommander@harborbay.org • 24-Hour Security.............................................(510) 865-0417 Architectural Services • Architectural Standards Manager.....x348...................... Architecture@harborbay.org Maintenance Services • Director of Maintenance.....x350.................................... Maintenance@harborbay.org (510) 865-3363

Management Services Bay Colony................. BYC@harborbay.org Bay Isle Pointe............ BIP@harborbay.org Bay View Harbor....... BVH@harborbay.org Baywood Village...... BWV@harborbay.org Brittany Bay............... BLB@harborbay.org Brittany Harbor......... BLH@harborbay.org Cantamar................ CAN@harborbay.org Centre Court............. CCT@harborbay.org Clipper Cove............. CCV@harborbay.org Columbia................. COL@harborbay.org

April | May | June 2024 3 Costa Brava............... CBR@harborbay.org Freeport................. FRE@harborbay.org Harbor Pointe........... HRP@harborbay.org Headlands............... HDL@harborbay.org Lantern Bay................ LTB@harborbay.org Pelican Bay................ PLB@harborbay.org Promontory............ PRM@harborbay.org Sandpiper Cove......... SPC@harborbay.org Seastrand................ SEA@harborbay.org Woodbridge........... WDB@harborbay.org

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CAC meetings are held remotely. Applicants will be sent a link with a meeting ID to join with on their computer or mobile device. Please contact the Architectural Standards Manager at architecture@harborbay.org with any questions. Applications submitted during the dates listed in column A will be reviewed by the architectural committee on the date in column B. 2024 Community Architectural Committee Meeting Dates March 9 - 22, 2024............................................ April 8, 2024 March 23 - April 5, 2024................................... April 22, 2024 April 6 - 19, 2024............................................... May 6, 2024 April 20 - May 3, 2024....................................... May 20, 2024 May 4 - 17, 2024............................................... June 3, 2024 May 18 - 31, 2024............................................. June 17, 2024 June 1 - 21, 2024*............................................. July 8, 2024 June 22 - July 5, 2024........................................ July 22, 2024 July 6 - 19, 2024................................................ Aug 5, 2024 July 20 - Aug 2, 2024......................................... Aug 19, 2024 Aug 3 - 23, 2024*.............................................. Sept 9, 2024 Aug 24 - Sept 6, 2024........................................ Sept 23, 2024 Sept 7 - 20, 2024............................................... Oct 7, 2024 Sept 21 - Oct 4, 2024......................................... Oct 21, 2024 Oct 5 - 18, 2024................................................. Nov 4, 2024 Oct 19 - Nov 1, 2024......................................... Nov 18, 2024 Nov 2 – Nov 15, 2024........................................ Dec 2, 2024 Nov 16 – 29, 2024............................................. Dec 16, 2024 Nov 30 – Dec 20, 2024*.................................... Jan 6. 2025 Dec 21, 2024 – Jan 10, 2025*........................... Jan 27, 2025 Column A Column B Applications Submitted Will Be Reviewed On

2024 Community Calendar

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BWV BOD Meeting CCV BOD Meeting BIP BOD Meeting PLB Annual Meeting BYC BOD Meeting CBR BOD Meeting BLH BOD Meeting WDN Annual Meeting BLB BOD Meeting CCT Annual & BOD Meeting BWV BOD Meeting HP BOD Meeting CCT BOD Meeting SPC BOD Meeting BVH BOD Meeting FRE Annual Meeting LTB BOD Meeting CCV Annual Meeting CAN Annual Meeting COL Annual Meeting SEA Annual Meeting BYC Annual Meeting HDL BOD Meeting CBR BOD Meeting BIP BOD Meeting BLH BOD Meeting WDB BOD Meeting Community Office Closed BLB BOD Meeting PRM Annual & BOD Meeting

4/9 4/10 4/16 4/16 4/18 4/22 4/25 4/25 4/30

May 2024 5/2

5/2 5/8 5/8 5/9 5/9 5/9

5/14 5/15 5/15 5/15 5/16 5/16 5/20 5/21 5/23 5/23 5/27 5/28 5/28 6/11 6/12 6/18 6/19 6/20 6/24 6/25 6/27

June 2024 6/6

BWV Annual Meeting CCV BOD Meeting CCT BOD Meeting BIP BOD Meeting CAN BOD Meeting BYC BOD Meeting CBR Annual Meeting BLB BOD Meeting BLH BOD Meeting

Board meetings are held in-person at the Community Center, with hybrid options available. Visit harborbay.org/ calendar for meeting IDs and agendas. Dates are subject to change. Agendas and meeting notices will be posted on our website and Community Center kiosk a minimum of 4 days prior to the meeting (2 days for executive session meetings). All members are welcome and encouraged to attend the annual meetings.

*Three-week acceptance period due to holiday

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Community Association Abbreviations

Know Your Local & State Representatives

City of Alameda City Council 2263 Santa Clara Avenue Alameda, CA 94501 Mayor Marilyn Ezzy Ashcraft Phone: (510) 747-4745 mezzyashcraft@alamedaca.gov Vice Mayor Tony Daysog Phone: (510) 747-4722 tdaysog@alamedaca.gov Vice Mayor Malia Vella Phone: (510) 747-4726 mvella@alamedaca.gov Councilmember Tracy Jensen Phone: (510) 747-4721 tjensen@alamedaca.gov Councilmember Trish Herrera Spencer Phone: (510) 747-4728 tspencer@alamedaca.gov City of Alameda Planning Board: To forward information to board members, please email or contact: Nancy McPeak, Executive Assistant, Community Development Dept. (510) 747-6854 nmcpeak@alamedaca.gov Congresswoman, 12th District of CA: Barbara Lee 1301 Clay Street, Ste. 1000-N Oakland, CA 94612 Phone: (510) 763-0370 lee.house.gov

Governor: Gavin Newsom 1303 10th Street, Suite 1173 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone: (916) 445-2841 www.gov.ca.gov Senator: Laphonza Butler One Post Street, Suite 2450 San Francisco, CA 94104 Phone: (415) 393-0707 Fax: (415) 393-0710 www.butler.senate.gov Senator: Alex Padilla 333 Bush Street, Suite 3225 San Francisco, CA 94104 Phone: (415) 981-9396 www.padilla.senate.gov

Bay Colony . ....................... BYC Bay Isle Pointe................... BIP Bayview Harbor................. BVH Baywood Village................ BWV Brittany Landing Bay......... BLB Brittany Landing Harbor.... BLH Cantamar . ......................... CAN Centre Court . .................... CCT Clipper Cove ...................... CCV Columbia ........................... COL Community of Harbor Bay Isle Owners' Association......CHBIOA Costa Brava....................... CBR Freeport............................ FRE Harbor Pointe .................... HRP Headlands......................... HDL Lantern Bay ....................... LTB Pelican Bay ........................ PLB Promontory ....................... PRM Sandpiper Cove ................. SPC Seastrand.......................... SEA Woodbridge.......................WDB

State Assembly District 18: Mia Bonta Email: teamMia@MiaBonta.com Phone: (415) 891-9751 a18.asmdc.org State Attorney General: Rob Bonta Attn: Public Inquiry Unit P.O. Box 944255 Sacramento, CA 94244-2550 oag.ca.gov Chair, Board of Equalization, 2nd District California State SF District Office 455 Golden Gate Ave., Suite 10500 San Francisco, CA 94102 www.boe.ca.gov/cohen Water Emergency Transportation Authority (WETA) Board of Directors: BoardofDirectors@watertransit.org San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission (BCDC): 455 Golden Gate Ave. Suite 10600 San Francisco, CA 94102-7019 Phone: (415) 352-3600 Fax: (415) 352-3606 Email: info@bcdc.ca.gov

Information is accurate as of date of printing.

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President'sColumn by Bill Pai, Community Board President

and in some extreme cases even physical threats have been made. These are unfortunate and show that CHBI is not immune to the declining standards of civility in society at large. As Board president, I request that all homeowners respect that the board and staff members are working to the best of our ability to fulfill our responsibilities promptly and ethically. Also, that it is impossible to accommodate everyone’s wishes in every situation that arises. We all share a common goal of preserving property values and the quality of life in this community, and sometimes efforts to do so require flexibility and compromise. As Judge Learned Hand said in a famous speech in New York’s Central Park, "the spirit of liberty is the spirit which is not too sure that it is right; the spirit of liberty is the spirit which seeks to understand the minds of other men and women; the spirit of liberty is the spirit which weighs their interests alongside its own without bias." President John F. Kennedy said in his inaugural speech that “Civility is not a sign of weakness.” Nor does the effort to be civil during disputes mean that strength of conviction or clarity of expression must be sacrificed. Differing points of view can still be expressed passionately, but we can disagree without being disagreeable. In closing, I provide an example of a civil debate that occurred on the floor of the British Parliament in 1862. Although bitter political adversaries, note how the two participants were unfailingly polite, yet still able to clearly express their opinions of each other: Gladstone: You, sir, will either die on the gallows or of some loathsome disease. Disraeli: That depends, sir, on whether I embrace your principles or your mistress.

I N RECENT YEARS THERE HAS BEEN MUCH HAND wringing by various commentators about the decline of civility in American culture. Examples can be seen all around us; from the political sphere to everyday interactions between strangers running errands. No longer does it seem sufficient to debate an issue on its merits, partisans now regularly attempt to disparage and demonize the character of those who disagree with them. A dearth of civility is unfortunate in any society, but none more so than in a democracy, where informed debate and compromise are essential. Our Founding Fathers had strong disagreements on many issues during their debates over independence and the drafting of the Constitution. Despite those, they managed to reach consensus when it mattered, and forge a new country that was unique in the history of the world. The passage of time has only increased our appreciation for the magnificence of their achievement. During my tenure as a member of the CHBI board of directors over the past few years, I’ve had the opportunity to hear from many homeowners on matters important to them. These include issues that impact the entire community (such as rising sea levels and housing), and those that may concern only one homeowner and a neighbor (such as architectural applications). It is altogether fitting and proper that this type of dialogue take place, as the board is in place to serve the interests of homeowners and the community in general. However, on occasion some homeowners have felt it necessary to verbally attack CHBIOA board members, the Community Offices staff, or their own HOA board. There have been accusations of incompetence and corruption,

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CommunityNews Construction in the FEMA Floodplain and City of Alameda Floodplain Ordinance Update From Andrew Nowacki, City of Alameda Public Works, January 23, 2024 O N DECEMBER 21, 2018, THE FEDERAL Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) mapped over 2,000 Alameda properties within the Special Flood Hazard Area (commonly called the 100-year flood zone). This annual letter notifies you that your property is located within the 100-year flood zone, informs you of a planned update to the City’s Floodplain Ordinance, and provides general information for any planned new construction, additions, or remodels within the 100-year flood zone. Floodplain Ordinance Update The City of Alameda participates in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) administered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The NFIP provides flood insurance for residential and commercial structures, a requirement for all federally regulated or insured mortgages. As part of the City’s continued participation in the NFIP, the City is required to update our Floodplain Management Ordinance, Chapter XX of the Alameda Municipal Code to bring into compliance with current FEMA requirements. The key element of the ordinance will remain unchanged: New or substantially improve structures, must be elevated a minimum of one foot above the 100-year flood level or “Base Flood Elevation”. The primary changes to the ordinance include: • Incorporating by reference, flood protection requirements of the California Building Code. • Tracking substantial improvements over five-year period. • Requiring a non-conversion agreement for enclosed storage areas below an elevated structure. City staff is scheduled to bring the revised ordinance to the City Council for a public hearing in the spring of 2024. New Construction, Additions, and Remodels within the Special Flood Hazard Area The NFIP and City’s Floodplain Ordinance have strict flood protection requirements for residential and commercial building construction in the 100-year floodplain.

The flood protection applies to construction of new buildings, additions to existing buildings, and remodeling of existing buildings. It applies to the main house, accessory dwelling units, garages, and all other buildings larger than a 120 SF shed. The requirements do not apply to gazebos, carports, and other structures without walls. The most notable requirement to be aware of is that the first floor of new buildings and “substantially improved” existing buildings must be elevated to at least one foot above the Base Flood Elevation. An existing building is considered “substantially improved” if the cost of improvements being proposed is equal to or greater than 50% of the market value of the existing structure as it sits now. The structure’s market value is typically determined by an appraisal and a survey may be required to determine the existing grades and building elevations. Property owners are encouraged to confirm the following with the City before time and expense in architectural or engineering design costs are spent: 1. Whether or not your proposed work is actually in the map flood zone (because there are inherent approximations within FEMA’s flood mapping), 2. How deep the 100-year flood could be at your specific property, and 3. For existing buildings, whether the work being proposed is enough to be considered “substantial improvement” and triggered the requirement to elevate the structure. To read more about the city management regulations please go to: www.alamedaca.gov/Departments/Public Works/Flood-Maps Please feel free to call or email Andrew Nowacki with any questions at the phone number or email listed below. Andrew Nowacki Civil Engineer City of Alameda Public Works Department (510) 230-3016 anowacki@alameda.gov

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CommunityNews CHBI Association Manager Receives Rising Star Award by Jacqui Galvez Vasquez T HE CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF COMMUNITY Managers (CACM) Vision Awards Program identifies individuals who exemplify the very best in the profession of community management by honoring their contributions to the profession and recognizing the positive difference that they have made in the lives of their colleagues, association homeowners, and the communities they serve.

What to Do if You Spot a Swarm of Bees by Dan Mellarius I T’S HONEYBEE SWARM SEASON! IF YOU SEE A honeybee swarm, call Alameda County Beekeepers Association at (510) 898-6696 to dispatch a neighborhood beekeeper to give them a happy home. This is a natural process that happens every springtime. Don’t panic – call a beekeeper! Honeybee swarms are bees looking for a new home and will move on within a few hours to a day or so. They are gentle in this state and unlikely to sting. After they leave their hive and buzz around in a dramatic cloud, they coalesce after 10 minutes into a clump, usually on a tree branch or the side of a building. Don’t kill, CALL! Alameda County Beekeepers Association members relocate honeybee swarms as a community service, quickly and at no charge. Call as soon as you see a swarm to arrange for a volunteer to relocate the bees from your property or public area. (Some club members also extract honeybee colonies from structures, usually for a fee.) For more information visit alamedabees.org.

Award categories in the program include Rising Star, Innovator, Leadership, Company Culture, and Educational Excellence. This year’s Rising Star Award, which recognizes outstanding individuals in the community management industry who have made significant contributions early in their careers, was awarded to CHBIOA Association Manager Amanda Meng at the recent 2024 CACM Law Seminar and Expo. Board members in Amanda’s associations nominated her because of her efforts to consistently raise the bar and exceed expectations by solving challenging situations in the associations she serves. With less than two years’ experience under her belt, Amanda’s efforts set the bar high for excellence in community management. In addition, Amanda received her CACM credential at the event, which signifies her proficiency in best business practices, California-specific laws, and ethical guidelines to apply in community association management. Congratulations, Amanda!

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CHBIOA Welcomes Officer Stone by Jacqui Galvez Vasquez S EKU STONE BECAME SECURITY PATROL OFFICER Stone on November 16, 2023, looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the local community. Seku emigrated to the United States from Mongolia in 2015. He was a good student who strived to learn as much as he could about everything. He earned a carpentry certificate from a local community college and began working to help support his family. Most recently, he worked at Trader Joe’s and learned how to cooperate with his team, implement more efficient procedures, and provide excellent customer service to the store’s patrons.

excited to announce just such a new beginning for Jonathan Sil, who has been hired by the Pleasanton Police Department. Jonathan was hired with CHBIOA Security in 2022. He rose to the position of Sergeant quickly, and with much praise

for being professional, smart, diligent, and dedicated. “In my two years at CHBIOA, I learned many things and will always be grateful to my Executive Director and Security Director for the opportunity they gave me,” says Sil. As he prepares to start the Police Academy, Sil says, “All credit is due to CHBIOA for giving me a strong foundation that gave me the confidence and experience to apply.” When asked to reflect on leaving CHBIOA, Jonathan replied: “The decision to leave was very difficult because my team became like my family. Within my short time here, I became a Sergeant and, because of this, I was responsible for training many of the current officers. I tried to lead the current team to the best of my abilities and, time after time, they all exceeded my expectations. I am very proud of the current team and know that CHBIOA is in great hands.” Jonathan is one of many former Harbor Bay Security Officers who have followed the model of the department and used it as a training ground for careers in law enforcement. “All of the current officers have the potential to take the next step into law enforcement. My advice to them is to put in the time and care into your community and you’ll see what it truly means to become a peace officer,” says Jonathan with a smile. CHBIOA commends Jonathan and all of his efforts. We wish him well and will miss him. “I will truly miss all the friendships that I made in CHBIOA. I know that I wouldn’t be in the position that I am in without the help of my team. I leave CHBIOA with a heavy heart, but also excited to pursue my dream and make my family proud.”

Seku obtained his citizenship, hoping to make the most of opportunities that come his way in this new home of the United States. His goal is to pursue an education in cybersecurity and provide support and security for his family and friends. In his free time, Seku enjoys spending time with family and friends, watching movies, and experiencing the great outdoors

through exercise and exploration. Seku knows a bit of Japanese and was raised watching Japanese cartoons and anime. He keeps his mind active with crossword puzzles, Sudoku, and fidget games. Officer Stone is excited to be part of such a well established security protection service as Harbor Bay Security. “I hope to help the community be a safer, more peaceful place for its residents, and become a better person overall in the process,” says Officer Stone. “I will do my best to support and protect,” he adds. “I believe serving and protecting the public holds the same importance to serving and protecting your family. It is a duty, a matter of respect to give your utmost abilities to make the community safe and peaceful.” Officer Stone comments, with a smile, “I love helping people and will try to learn fast and steadily. If I can be of service, please ask!” Welcome, Officer Seku Stone, to Harbor Bay Isle!

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E-Waste Items Accepted For Free (NO LIMIT): All Copper based devices, Hardrives, Medical Devices, Test Equipment, Amplifier, TV&Monitor, Tablet/Ipad, Game Console, Computer/Server, Laptop/Macbooks/Chromebook, Networking Gear, Smartphones, Cell phone, Business Phone, Cable-box, Credit Card Terminal, Cable, Wire, Adaptor, Memory, UPS, HP OEM toner, Xray/B&W Film, Green Board, Power Supply, GPS, Projector, Camcorder, Camera, Car Chargers. Batteries: Cell-Phone, Laptop, Pb, Lit-Ion, Ni-Mh, AGM *Additional items not listed above may be collected for a fee. Please contact FrontOffice@harborbay.org or OfficeManager@harborbay.org for a list of items and rates. All e-waste items will be collected by Recycle1234.com. Document Shredding Items Accepted (3 BOX LIMIT PER CAR): Old Bills, Old Checks, Bound Paper, Brochures, File Folders, Paper, Letterhead Products, Adding Machine Tape, Photos, Post-AIt Notes, Envelopes, Tax Information Older Than Ten Years, Dated Bank Statements. Documents will be shredded onsite by Shred It, space permitting. For more information on either event, please call the Community Office at 510-865-3363. Sponsored by the Community of Harbor Bay Isle Owners’ Association.

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ARBORS: An arbor is defined herein as an overhead garden structure that is free-standing for the usual purpose of providing shade or climbing plants. An arbor is further defined as an open framework of dimensional lumber. Roofing panels of any material are prohibited on arbors. Arbors shall be constructed of wood (redwood, cedar, or ipe) or similarly colored material (e.g., Trex). Arbors may be left to weather naturally, finished with a clear penetrating sealer, or painted to match the trim color of the house. The height of an arbor shall not exceed 8 (eight) feet 6 (six) inches above the finished grade. GAZEBOS: Shall be constructed of redwood, cedar, ipe wood or similarly colored composite material (e.g. Trex), which shall be allowed to weather naturally or may be treated with a clear penetrating sealer. Redwood colored stain or paint is prohibited. Consideration will be given to painting a gazebo in a color matching the house if permitted by the Project Association's Architectural Rules. Gazebos must be set back a minimum distance of 3 (three) feet from the fence, depending on the proximity of neighboring houses. The generally acceptable gazebo height is 8 (eight) feet 6 (six) inches from grade unless the Project Association’s PDA between the City and the Developer permits a greater height. However, the CAC may approve a height that is appropriate to the design of the gazebo, its location, and visible impact on neighboring properties. Canvas, metal, fiberglass or plastic roof coverings are not permitted. PERGOLA: A pergola is defined herein as an outdoor structure that is free-standing or attached to a house for the usual purpose of providing shade. A pergola is further defined as an open framework of dimensional lumber. Roofing panels of any material are prohibited on pergolas. Pergolas shall be constructed of wood (redwood, cedar, or ipe) or similarly colored material (e.g., Trex). Pergolas may be left to weather naturally, finished with a clear penetrating sealer, or painted to match the trim color of the house. The height of a pergola shall not exceed 8 (eight) feet 6 (six) inches above the finished grade, except for pergolas/overhangs attached to the house above a door/window higher than 8 (eight) ft. 6 (six) inches from grade.

Kelly-Moore Paint Palettes by Anisa Dominguez, Architectural Standards Manager Y OU MAY HAVE HEARD THAT KELLY-MOORE PAINT abruptly closed all stores in January. Most of the association paint palettes utilize Kelly-Moore paint colors, which leaves us needing to update several palettes. We are currently exploring options with Sherwin Williams and Benjamin Moore to convert the affected palettes (a rather tedious process). I have met with representatives from the HOA division of both companies and hope to have more answers soon. The rule in Harbor Bay has always been that homeowners can use any brand of paint they wish, granted the colors match the codes in their approved paint scheme. While we work to update the palettes, we request that homeowners reference the existing Kelly-Moore color names/codes and have their preferred paint vendor match those colors. As I have more answers, I will work with the association managers to communicate options with their boards. Arbors, Gazebos & Pergolas by Anisa Dominguez, Architectural Standards Manager A S THE WEATHER BEGINS TO WARM UP YOU MAY find yourself spending more time outside in your back yard. As tempting as it may be to purchase a pre-fabricated arbor, gazebo, or pergola from a big box store, please review the Architectural Rules and submit an application prior to commencing work. This can potentially save you money and grief! Please read through the Community Architectural Rules and note in particular the materials permitted, height restrictions, and roof restrictions. Check your project architectural rules as well, as these may be more restrictive.

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by Jon Hamilton, CLASS, President

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OU WILL RECALL THAT ALL RESPONSES TO THE OAK airport expansion draft environmental review (DEIR) were due in October. Both the CLASS and the Alameda City responses were robust in questioning many aspects of the proposed airport expansion. As residents of Harbor Bay, one should be secure in the understanding that the right response was made for that phase. Now we face the next phase of the project. OAK airport has stated in conversation with CLASS that due to the overwhelming responses, they will not be making any additional announcements likely for the rest of 2024. This does not mean that they are not working behind closed doors with modifications to the plans or perhaps just providing a rebuttal to all points brought up. On March 14th, CLASS, the City of Alameda, KJOB (a Berkeley aircraft noise group), and a representative from San Leandro, were present at the Port of Oakland Board of Directors meeting. The goal of the meeting was to make sure that the Port Board, which oversees the OAK airport operations, was fully aware of the breadth of concerns that the communities adjacent to the airport have regarding both current operations, as well as any expansion of the OAK airport. Numerous members of the community came forward to both show their concerns at the City Council last year, and in their written responses to the DEIR. As well during this

period, the number of noise complaints doubled. This was highlighted at the January OAK airport public noise forum. Speaking of this, we had a few residents of Harbor Bay show up at the noise forum in January, which is great. But we, as a concerned community, need to show up in much larger numbers to be heard by the FAA, which will be present at the next meeting. UPCOMING NOISE FORUM MEETING April 17th at 6:30 PM Port of Oakland Offices in Jack London Square, 530 Water Street, 2nd Floor Boardroom Please mark your calendars and join with your neighbors and attend. A big showing will help our cause. Until then, take a look at our website, classalameda.com, and learn how to place a noise complaint. Make it a point to register loud aircraft on a regular basis, along with your neighbors. If you don't make noise complaints, the FAA and Congress say that there must not be a problem and we as a community will fail in limiting noise. Last, but not least, is our call to Harbor Bay residents to join Class. Currently we have 4 volunteers from Harbor Bay, including our most recent member, Hao Zhidong (Zee). Please extend a hearty welcome to Zee and reach out via an email to join CLASS; info@classalameda.com. REGISTER YOUR AIRPLANE NOISE COMPLAINT flyquietoak.com/community/file - noise - complaint CALL 510.563.6463 SCAN THE QR CODE BELOW

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AssociationNews Bay Isle Pointe by Andrea Godoy, Association Manager H APPY SPRING, BAY ISLE POINTE HOMEOWNERS! We are pleased to notify you that new safety signs will soon be up across Bay Isle Pointe. There will be signs that say things like "Kids at Play" and "Share The Road" for bike safety. There are currently a few signs that state "Security 24/7." Please contact your association manager at BIP@harborbay.org if you see a faded sign.

Corrective pruning of trees has been carried out by our tree service throughout the association, helping to mitigate minor losses from the recent storms. If you would like to write the next Gull's Call articles, you may email your association manager at BIP@harborbay.org . Bayview Harbor by Andrea Godoy, Association Manager T HE BOARD OF DIRECTORS IS PLEASED TO announce updates to the association’s curb strips! Along with improving the curb strips' appearance, this new design complies with the recently passed AB 1572 bill. Starting on Cumberland Way, the Board has approved to install a "test" curb strip and proceed down the streets.

The board has approved Trip Hazard's plan to fix several trip hazards on the property.

After a troublesome tree was taken down, much-needed concrete repair near Channing Way and Sheffield Road was completed. The City owns the trees located on the curb strip; you may report tree roots you see raising the sidewalk to SeeClickFix.com, and they will generate an order for maintenance and provide updates as they go.

In accordance with AB 1572, the landscape committee is collaborating with our landscape contractor to make sure we are ready for drought tolerant plantings by the January 1, 2029 deadline. AB 1572 prohibits the use of potable water to irrigate nonfunctional turf on commercial, municipal, institutional, and multifamily residential properties. The landscape committee will collaborate with our landscape team and EBMUD to maximize our rebates. Examples of curb strip renovation may be viewed at 21 - 27 Beaufort Harbor Landing.

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The Board of Directors has decided to change the start time of their meetings to 9:30 AM. The agenda is issued the Friday before the meeting and includes a link to the virtual meeting if you would like to participate in the sessions. We are aware that security cameras are crucial to the safety of your property. To preserve your neighbors' privacy, and to ensure proper installation, kindly submit an architectural application first. Baywood Village by Andrea Godoy, Association Manager G REETINGS, BAYWOOD VILLAGE HOMEOWNERS. The Board of Directors and I hope this finds each of you and your families safe and well, enjoying the spring time weather! A variety of maintenance tasks have come to light as a result of the rain. Gutter cleaning is authorized by Baywood to be done annually. Certain properties have had gutters recently installed to aid with drainage, concrete repaired to prevent water accumulation, and storm drains cleaned out (picture below), etc. We would like to thank all homeowners for their patience.

law. AB 1572 prohibits the use of potable water to irrigate nonfunctional turf on commercial, municipal, institutional, and multifamily residential properties beginning January 1, 2029. We are in search of volunteers to join our landscape committee. If you enjoy landscape overall and are available to participate in monthly walks during the day, please send an email to your association manager at BWV@harborbay.org. The landscape committee is crucial to maintenance since they report on water conservation and keep Baywood Village looking beautiful! Brittany Landing Bay by Sandy Olsen W ELCOME TO SPRING IN BRITTANY LANDING Bay. I hope everyone had a good winter. If you went skiing or snowboarding, I hope you had perfect powder, and if you hunkered down near the fireplace, I hope the books or tv shows were entertaining. The Board applauds our Association Manager, Amanda Meng, for being named a rising star by the California Association of Community Managers (CACM). Of course, we already knew she was a star! The pool opened on April 1st (no April Fools joke), so enjoy the heated water, the sunshine (unless we get those April showers that are supposed to bring May flowers), and lounge on our new pool furniture. Just as a reminder as we head toward warmer days and school vacation, homeowners and renters should accom pany all guests (up to 4) when they are using the pool and spa. ANNOUNCING A LANDSCAPING EVENT Members of our Landscaping Committee and a couple of Board Members will hold an open forum meeting for homeowners at poolside to talk about trees, shrubs, and other flora. Maintaining our landscaping accounts for a significant expenditure in our annual operating budget. Participants at the meeting can ask questions and hear more about how landscape decisions are made. More information on this “Poolside Chat” will be forthcoming. COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERING The Board encourages homeowners to volunteer to either

Proposals for site-wide pruning and replacement of removed trees have been approved by the Board of Directors. Our tree team and management have joined forces to ensure that homeowners are informed when work is scheduled. Please be aware that tree work may not always proceed according to plan, as there may be last-minute job openings. Visit the recently landscaped area around the 600 block near the lagoon! The landscaping crew will make sure we abide by the recently passed AB 1572

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start a new committee or to join an existing one. It’s our community, and homeowners who volunteer can be part of the solutions to current and future challenges. If you are interested in service to our community as a volunteer, please contact our Association Manager. PRIVATE SEWER LATERAL PROJECT Work is progressing and on schedule regarding the project with an expected completion date by September. Xpress Sewer workmen have begun the pipe lining phase, and in March the Board expects to schedule testing by EBMUD to evaluate acceptance of the repairs. A COUPLE OF REMINDERS • For 2-bedroom townhouse models with a ledge out side the kitchen window, please do not put plants on the ledge because they can cause dry rot on the wood. • The irrigation system will operate more with warmer, drier weather coming in late Spring and Summer. If you notice any unusual wet places or leaks in the system, please notify our Association Manager during her standard working hours and CHBI Security after hours. Promptly addressing leaks will save monthly water fees for BLB. Stay tuned for the next exciting quarterly episode of BLB’s Gull’s Call blurb!

HE SPRING SEASON IS HERE IN CANTAMAR AND the entire Harbor Bay Isle Community is one of the prettiest times of the year. I hope you all are enjoying warmer weather and the fresh blossoms and growth throughout the community, along our streets, and in your own backyards. By the time you receive this issue, the Private Sewer Lateral (PSL) project within our Cantamar HOA was scheduled to begin on March 4th . At a community information meeting held on February 21, 2024, a representative from the contractor, New Pipes, Inc., presented information and answered questions regarding the work required to complete this project. For homeowners unable to attend, our Board member, Barbara Caulfield was gracious to provide the following summary: Cantamar HOA is required by EBMUD to pressure test the sewer lateral system from each unit to the main sewer line and has hired New Pipes, Inc. (NPI) to do the required work. The work will be performed over the next three years. This year, beginning in March, NPI will be in the area of Souza Court, Duarte Court and 186-327 Ratto Road doing testing and excavation repairs; this will be Phase 1. If they need to move shrubbery or plants, they will notify you. If the cleanup is in the driveway, you will need to move your cars during the day so they can perform the necessary work. At the end of the day, the hole will be covered with plywood so the driveway can be used. Concrete will not be patched until EBMUD testing is complete which can take up to a month. This first phase La Val’s Family Night Special

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starts toward the end of Cantamar, and letters with more details have been shared with these homeowners; the middle area, Phase 2, will begin in 2025, and they will fin ish up at the front, Phase 3, in 2026. Letters for Phases 2 and 3 will be shared as you near your specific start dates; if after receiving your letter you still have specific ques tions, a list of the New Pipes Project and Service manag ers will be provided for you to contact for answers. An announcement for all our Cantamar Pickleballers, old and new, the City has painted 4 courts at Leydecker Park, where tennis courts also still remain. The hours of opera tion are 9AM - 8PM. The nets are locked to the fence, and those on the City’s Parks & Recreation email distribution have the code to unlock them. Stop by and give these new courts a try! Alameda Pickleballers need your support to continue to grow the sport and justify new courts. In closing this Spring issue, a continuing reminder to keep our HOA safe by keeping an eye out for each of your neighbors and to follow the speed and parking guidelines, throughout our Cantamar community. Centre Court by Marissa Mihin, Member-at-Large A S THE SUN CASTS ITS WARM EMBRACE OVER Centre Court, one resident perfectly captured the essence of our neighborhood: "living in a park." And truly, it's hard not to be captivated by the lush greenery and vibrant blooms that adorn our charming community, especially as the days grow longer and warmer, beckoning more kids and pets outdoors to play. In thrilling springtime developments, the Board has unanimously approved upgrades to our irrigation system, ensuring that our landscaping remains a verdant oasis. From repairing drip systems to replacing sprinkler nozzles, these enhancements will keep our green spaces looking fresh and inviting. But that's not all! Brace yourselves for a botanical makeover on the beltway, as we embark on a landscaping project to revamp one of the planting beds with Coffeeberry, Lomandra, Breath of Heaven, and Tuscan Blue Rosemary. These delightful additions will allow ample sunlight to cascade into adjacent units and enrich our neighborhood with even more vitality.

Mark your calendars for our upcoming meetings: April 10th for our back to back annual AND regular meeting, and May 8th and June 12th for our regular meetings, all commencing at 6:30 PM. Your participation is invaluable as we strive to make decisions that benefit our entire community. Share your ideas, raise your concerns, and let your voice be heard! And lastly, keep your ears tuned for the whimsical chimes of the ice cream truck! As temperatures rise, it may grace our neighborhood with its presence, offering a delightful respite with sweet, cold treats just outside our gates. Thank you for being an essential part of Centre Court and contributing to the vibrant spirit of our community. See you out on the green, or perhaps by the ice cream truck! Clipper Cove by Cathy Sherrer, Board Secretary CLIPPER COVE HOMEOWNERS ANNUAL MEETING P lease save the evening of Tuesday, May 14, 2024 to attend the Clipper Cove Homeowners Annual Dinner and Meeting. LANDSCAPING NEWS The latest conversion to drought tolerant landscaping placed mulch and new plants at the Aughinbaugh end of Capetown. Conversions in 2023 and this year have resulted in $17,000 of rebates from EBMUD and will provide long-term savings in our water bills. Irrigation comprises the second largest component of our budget besides landscaping. An area on the lagoon path (between Crane and Channing) has been renovated with new plants and trees after a large pine tree was removed. During the summer of 2023, an arborist determined the entire tree to be at risk of failure after it lost a major branch. In April, Serpico Landscapers will be re-mulching residential front yards. If you wish to “opt out” of this service and replenish your own mulch, please contact our association manager at CCV@harborbay.org, or 510-865 3363 ext. 358, as soon as possible. Finally, please contact our association manager if you would like to serve on the Landscape Committee. Participation by the homeowners is valuable to maintain the appearance of our front yards and common areas.

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