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Community Parking Lot Sale Event Includes Salvation Army Donation Drive * Saturday, August 10, 2024, 9 AM - 1 PM Harbor Bay Landing Shopping Center (former CVS parking lot) Registration begins July 1, 2024, see page 21 Free Document Shredding & E-Waste Recycling Drop-off Event Event Includes Salvation Army Donation Drive * Saturday, October 12, 2024, 9 AM - 12 PM Community Center Parking Lot, 3195 Mecartney Road

* The Salvation Army is looking for items that can be resold in their Thrift Stores, such as housewares, clothing, shoes, bikes, furniture, lamps, artwork, purses, luggage, games, etc. A tax receipt will be given onsite in exchange for dona tions given. One hundred percent of the profits from Salvation Army Thrift Stores is returned back to the community and ensures continued funding of local programs where men and women regain their dignity, self-sufficiency, and sta bility through a 6-month live-in program. Your second-hand items can give second chances. Contact the Community Office for more information and what items specifically the donation truck will not accept.

Community of Harbor Bay Isle Considering Installing License Plate Reader Cameras

Did you know that 70% of all crimes are committed with a vehicle? Our neighborhood is exploring taking a proactive approach to reduce crime and protect our neighborhood with Flock Safety Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) cameras. By focusing on capturing objective evidence like unique vehicle characteristics, these high - tech cameras can help us reduce crime without compromising residents ’ privacy. To read success stories and find out more about @FlockSafety, visit flocksafety.com. Let us know what you think, YES or NO, by emailing email@harborbay.org or by returning this page to the Community Office at 3195 Mecartney Road, Alameda, CA 94502.

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Cover Photo: Memorial Day 2024 at Veterans Memorial Park by Tom Booth

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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: Gary Lym; Rep. Village 5: Bay Colony, Cantamar, Columbia, Freeport, Headlands Treasurer: Paul Beusterien ; Rep. Village 2: Bay Isle Pointe Secretary: Bassey Obot; Rep. Village 4: Pelican Bay, Promontory, Woodbridge Director: Gary Hoffer; Rep. Village 1: Baywood Village, Clipper Cove, Costa Brava Director: Cheryl Paterson; Rep. Village 3-B: Brittany Landing Bay, Brittany Landing Harbor, Centre Court, Harbor Pointe Lee Haris: 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, Noel Cisneros Editorial Staff Reporters: James Allison, 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................................16 Parking Lot Sale Registration.........21 Architectural News........................23 CLASS..........................................25 Association News..........................28

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

July | August | September 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 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

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CCV BOD Meeting CCT BOD Meeting SPC BOD Meeting BWV BOD Meeting FRE BOD Meeting LTB BOD Meeting BIP BOD Meeting PLB BOD Meeting COL BOD Meeting BYC BOD Meeting HDL BOD Meeting HRP BOD Meeting CBR BOD Meeting BLH BOD Meeting WDB BOD Meeting BLB BOD Meeting BWV BOD Meeting BVH BOD Meeting CCT BOD Meeting BYC BOD Meeting BIP BOD Meeting SEA BOD Meeting BLH BOD Meeting CBR BOD Meeting BLB BOD Meeting PRM BOD Meeting BWV BOD Meeting HRP BOD Meeting CCV BOD Meeting CCT BOD Meeting SPC Annual Meeting FRE BOD Meeting LTB Annual Meeting BIP BOB Meeting PLB BOD Meeting CAN BOD Meeting COL BOD Meeting BYC BOD Meeting HDL Annual Meeting CBR BOD Meeting BLB BOD Meeting BLH BOD Meeting WDB BOD Meeting

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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.

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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: (510) 286-1670 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 Personal Stories of Alameda by Bill Pai, Community Board President That men do not learn very much from the lessons of history is the most important of all the lessons that history has to teach. – Aldous Huxley

their generation that I knew as a child, in retrospect I wish I had taken greater opportunity to ask them about what they witnessed and felt during their youth so long ago. One of the great benefits of technology is that it enables us to gain access quickly and easily to information about the past. With a few keystrokes, we can quickly locate details of every significant incident known to historians. Still, most reference sources reduce events to a dry accounting of facts, devoid of personal details which humanize those who experienced them. This can lead us to forget these were real people just like us, with their own hopes, heartbreaks and dreams of a better life. I, therefore, consider us fortunate to have access to many 1st-person sources of stories about Alameda’s past. One of them is the result of a project started decades ago by California’s state libraries to preserve memories of their own communities, called California of the Past. This has generated a treasure trove of audio/video recordings by long-time residents, many of whom participated personally in the events they describe. On YouTube, there are currently 18 videos from Alameda residents who recorded stories for the California of the Past project over the years (to locate on YouTube, search “California of the Past Alameda”). If you have interest in our city’s history, consider taking a few minutes to peruse the list of recordings. Among other personal accounts, you can hear the story of Judith Givens, runner-up for the 1978 Maid of Alameda competition and a trailblazer as its 1st Black contestant. Hearing her and others tell the stories in their own words, sometimes smiling as they recall memories of long ago, brings the richness of our city’s past to life. In addition, you will find my personal favorite called “I’m So Sorry”, which brought the speaker and this writer to tears as she told of the empathy her mother felt for Alameda residents of Japanese descent after Pearl Harbor, as she witnessed them being compelled to sell off their family business and be herded off to internment camps. May we never forget our mistakes and past injustices, so that we do not repeat them in the future. In the final analysis, we all inhabit this small planet. We all breathe the same air. We all cherish our children’s future. And we are all mortal. – President John F. Kennedy

When it comes to Alameda’s past, did you know that: • The Alameda Pool Association was co-founded by one of the country’s richest men, Frank Weeden, a long-time resident whose 1984 passing was noted by the New York Times? • Before he became famous as a writer, Jack London raided Alameda oyster beds? • It wasn’t until 1978 that the Alameda beauty contest had a Black contestant? • In 1945, Alameda High School won the State of California track and field meet? • The worst single-day death toll in Alameda history (11) occurred on February 7, 1973, when a U.S. Navy A7-E Corsair II jet traveling at Mach 1 smashed into an apartment building on Central Avenue? Having moved to Alameda as an adult, I knew little of the city’s history when I arrived. In the decades since, I have grown increasingly aware of the events that have shaped the community in which we now live. Through times of world war, civil rights struggles, and more, Alameda’s chronicle of past events is a microcosm of the American experience, both positive and negative. History never comes more alive than it does when recounted by the people who lived through it. While the passage of time brings new life and fresh perspectives, it also means the inevitable loss of first-person memories of bygone times. Thinking of my grandparents and others of

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CommunityNews Memorial Day at Veterans Memorial Park By Jacqui Galvez Vasquez M EMORIAL DAY WAS COMMEMORATED THIS year with a ceremony at Alameda Veterans Memorial Park, hosted by Vietnam Veterans of America Ch. 400, American Legion Post 9, American Legion Post 647, and Alameda Elks Lodge 1015, and in honor and remembrance of the four branches of the military as well as police officers, firefighters, and emergency medical technicians.

Veterans Memorial Park, located at the foot of the Bay Farm Island Bridge on Harbor Bay Isle, was dedicated May 25, 1998. The triangular space bordered by Doolittle Drive, Island Drive, and Seal Point Court, measures approximately 1.1 acres. This focal point of the Community was turned into reality with the assistance of various Veterans’ organizations, Alameda residents, and Alameda business owners. The formal landscaping encircles an 80-foot tall illuminated flag pole. Twenty-one Italian Cypress trees ring the parade field to represent the 21-Gun Salute in honor of the National Flag. Two sycamore trees planted outside the ring of cypress trees at the head of the monument represent “the forgotten soldier.” Dedicated benches placed around the perimeter of the parade field allow visitors a place to sit and reflect on those who sacrificed so much. “If you truly want to thank a Veteran, be the kind of American worth dying for.” (Closing quote from ceremonial program) Pump Station M is Complete From East Bay Municipal Utility District W E ARE HAPPY TO ANNOUNCE THE COMPLETION of the wastewater project, Pump Station M located at the corner of Robert Davey Jr. Drive and Packet Landing Road in Alameda.

Program Chair Joe Loparo’s comments (from the ceremonial program): “Let us use this day as an opportunity to reflect on the values that unite us as Americans. In a world often marked by division and strife, let us find strength in the examples set by our fallen heroes we honor here today. They fought not just for themselves, but for a vision of a better, more united nation. In their memory, let us commit to acts of kindness, service, and community. Let us work together to build a nation that continues to uphold the principles of liberty and justice for all. And let us ensure that the sacrifices of our heroes are never forgotten, but always honored with the dignity and respect they deserve…”

This improvement project upgraded a 40-year-old sewage pump station that was a 3-story underground structure, and the upgrade will help ensure smooth sewer operations for years to come. Please help maintain this new upgrade and working sewer system by only flushing the 3 P's: Pee, Poop, Toilet Paper. Wipes should be put in the trash. Questions? Email: Construction-north@ebmud.com Phone: 510-287-7208; For after-hours assistance, please contact: 1-866-403-2683

Photos by Tom Booth, CHBIOA Security

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Common Areas & Maintenance Agreements By Jacqui Galvez Vasquez C OMMON AREAS, WHETHER IN A SPECIFIC ASSOCIATION or as part of the master community, are to be used and enjoyed by all. They are not areas that can be claimed by residents to augment their personal properties and filled with potted plants and other personal items, no matter how aesthetically pleasing to the eye they may be. Common areas are intended for ownership use by the project association or by the Community of Harbor Bay Isle Owners’ Association. Lagoons, private streets, and non-private lot parcels are examples of common areas. Maintenance of common areas is the sole responsibility of the Association. The Association alone can apply to improve, modify, or do landscaping work in the common area. Personal items placed in the common areas impedes the work of the landscape company, who are contracted a certain amount of time in each association to do their duties. Having to maneuver around personal items in common spaces to mow, weed, fertilize, etc., takes time and causes the duties of the contract to not be carried out and areas end up lacking. Trees in common areas are a major asset to the Community. Each one is tagged with a number and maintained solely by a tree company, or landscape contractor, hired by the Board. Any trimming or removal of community trees in the common area may be considered vandalism, and depending upon the value of the tree may be a felony. The Board may consider restitution or fines. It is appreciated when homeowners contact their Association Manager to report evidence of a break in the drip system, plants that are failing, or an area in need of attention, in common areas maintained by the association. Once notified, the Association Manager puts in a work order that tells the contractor what needs to be done or starts the bidding process if the work is more extensive. The Community of Harbor Bay Isle has hundreds of trees and thousands of plants that help make the Community the attractive place we have all come to appreciate. If you live in an association where the association is in charge of landscaping, know that the contracted landscape company is the only entity authorized to

plant in common areas, at the direction of the Board of Directors. It is also their responsibility to maintain the common areas. Homeowners may ask their Board for more plants around their residence, but they may not plant them. Homeowners are not to interfere with the work of contractors or ask contractors to plant in the common area. So, how is common area landscaping installed, maintained, or removed? Project association landscape committees evaluate the association’s landscaping at regular intervals and make recommendations to the Board of Directors. Priority is given to planting trees and shrubs where trees were removed earlier in the year and areas without plants. Once an initial list of suggested and replacement trees and plants by location is created, the Committee works with the Landscape Company to finalize a planting list for Board consideration and vote. Final recommendations are based upon safety concerns, priority needs, and funds allocated in the reserve budget. Fall planting is done once a year when the rains begin. Please note that any common area modifications done by residents may be moved and/or removed at any time without notice. In rare instances, a project board may allow an installation to remain, pursuant only to a notarized maintenance agreement being signed and filed with the Alameda County Recorder’s Office. Maintenance agreements are also required with architectural applications where there is some type of intrusion/penetration of the property that is maintained by the Association (e.g., siding, roof, carport). Exhaust vents, windows, and utilities are common property upgrades that require a Maintenance Agreement to be signed. The Maintenance Agreement is sent out with the approval letter from the Community Architectural Department. The agreement must be notarized and filed with the county recorder’s office along with a fee. The maintenance agreement basically states that if damage occurs to building elements that are the responsibility of the association, then the homeowner is responsible and incurs the costs associated with correcting the problem. Maintenance agreements are on file and convey with the property. If you are required to complete a maintenance agreement, please call the Community Office to make an appointment with the Notary Public on staff. There is no charge for the notarization if you do it at the Community Office. Failure to complete a maintenance agreement may result in the Association levying fines against the property.

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CommunityNews Sea Level Rise Adaptation Planning Coming to Bay Farm Island From the City of Alameda C OMMUNITY ACTION FOR A SUSTAINABLE ALAMEDA (CASA) and the cities of Oakland and Alameda on the Oakland-Alameda Adaptation Committee (OAAC) are coordinating flood and sea level rise (SLR) adaptation projects that protect and restore water quality, habitat, recreation and community resilience in our neighborhoods. The OAAC is initiating three priority projects to prepare for sea level rise, storm-driven flooding, and rising groundwater while prioritizing natural habitat, nature-based solutions and green infrastructure. One of these projects, The Oakland-Alameda Estuary Project will affect our immediate surroundings. The OAAC is soliciting community feedback on its vulnerability analyses and adaptation alternatives through participation in this survey and/or in a community workshop coming in July. To be informed of the workshop please sign in and take the surveys. Please visit the following link to take the survey: tinyurl.com/muducwuw For additional information, visit: • www.alamedaca.gov/Departments/Planning Building-and-Transportation/Sustainability and-Resilience/Oakland-Alameda-Adaptation Committee • www.oaacadapt.org. The three OAAC interrelated projects are looking at near and long-term adaptation planning at various scales along our shorelines through the lens of equity and community co-creation using the best-available climate science to guide planning efforts. In the next few months, the OAAC is initiating design charettes and soliciting community input into these projects. While climate change and its impacts, such as sea level rise and increased storm severity, are quantifiable and measurable in the present, the precise amounts and speed of SLR can be influenced by human behavior. These three projects use key SLR amounts - benchmarks - to allow flexibility in implementation and funding, building, and planning of specific adaptation, instead of specific dates and predictions. This reflects best -available climate science and benefits the community - plans can be implemented when they are needed, instead of too late

or too early. The projects are being designed for three key elevation datums: 12-feet, 14-feet and 17-feet.

THE SUB-REGIONAL ADAPTATION PLAN PROJECT This project covers a large geographic area also referred to as the San Leandro operational landscape unit (OLU) and covers large stretches of Oakland and the City of Alameda, from the Bay Bridge touchdown in the north to Oyster Bay in the south. The project will start a planning framework to coordinate the future protection of shoreline communities from projected sea level and groundwater rise. Additional co-benefits created through this project include: enhancing transportation and recreation corridors, increasing access to the Bay, reducing flood exposure, and implementing nature-based solutions for shoreline communities in the Oakland Alameda Subregion. The Sub-Regional Adaptation Plan project is scheduled to complete its final report in the summer of 2025. The project will conduct rounds of community engagement through 2024 and 2025 to guide the development of the final, long-term Adaptation Plan by the end of 2025.

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CHBIOA Saved $29,000 in Water This Billing Period! By Jacqui Galvez Vasquez T HE COMMUNITY OF HARBOR BAY ISLE PARTICIPATES in EBMUD's Landscape Irrigation Water Budget Program. EBMUD tracks water usage over the last 12 months and over the previous year, both actual and budgeted amounts. Every other month water budget reports are provided to our Landscape Maintenance Department for review and isolation of problem areas. For five specific service areas throughout the Community, CHBIOA budgeted 5,970,676 gallons used to cover an estimated irrigation area of 149,067 square feet and only used 2,718,980 gallons of water (an average of 43.6%), with a savings of $29,000 in this billing period alone! Visit www.ebmud.com/watersmart for more information on water conservation and rebates.

BAY FARM ISLAND PROJECT The Bay Farm Island project is looking at near-term adaptation measures centered around the northern shoreline of Bay Farm Island at the Veterans Court area and adjacent shoreline pathways. The Bay Farm Island Project is expected to arrive at concept development by September 2025. Community engagement will be conducted in spring & summer of 2024 to guide the development of initial adaptation concepts for near-term solutions, and then again in spring of 2025.

OAKLAND-ALAMEDA ESTUARY PROJECT The Oakland-Alameda Estuary project is focused on near-term planning for the two shorelines adjacent to the entries/exits of the Posey Webster Tubes, as well as the inland drainage areas that move water into these coastal stretches. The near-term planning is focused on protecting vulnerable infrastructure and communities already experiencing the impacts of sea level rise and creating adaptive solutions for the shoreline's future. The Oakland-Alameda Estuary project community engagement will occur spring through fall 2024 before the development of a final concept in winter of 2024-2025.

For more on these projects please visit the OAAC website at: alamedaca.gov/CITYWIDE-PROJECTS/Infrastructure Needs

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CommunityNews Board Member Volunteers Applauded By Jacqui Galvez Vasquez

PRESENTATION SUMMARIES TERRA LANDSCAPING, terralandscaping.com

Mr. Cassidy Lundin, President of Terra Landscaping, advised the audience of a new law and what it means to homeowners and homeowners’ associations. The California law, AB 1572, prohibits the use of potable water to irrigate nonfunctional turf on certain properties

“The heart of a volunteer is not measured in size, but by the depth of the commitment to make a difference in the lives of others.” - DeAnn Hollis

including homeowners' associations and common interest developments. Functional turf is defined as turf located in a recreational use area or community gathering space. Key takeaways from AB 1572 include: • January 1, 2029 effective date for HOAs. • The law does not impose restrictions on residential lawns. • Exceptions may be made to ensure tree health. • Enforcement will be through the State Water Resources Control Board and local agencies. • EBMUD still offers lawn conversion rebates up to $20,000 over a two-year period. Mr. Lundin encourages association boards to begin conversations with their landscape contractors now to establish a plan, including prioritizing lawn strips, root impacted and other poor performing lawn areas, and areas where EBMUD water budget reports show a history of consumption consistently over budget, and then, budget to ensure your property is prepared for the new reality. For more information on the new law and rebate programs that may help, visit terralandscape.com or email cassidy@terralandscape.com.

T HE COMMUNITY OF HARBOR BAY ISLE CELEBRATED its corps of volunteer board members on March 17, 2024 at its annual Volunteer Appreciation Event. Community Office staff mingled with board members throughout the evening in an effort to make that name-with-a-face connection amidst the aroma of exotic flavors wafting throughout the Community Center. Asena Restaurant of Alameda provided an elegant, scrumptious dinner buffet that was enjoyed by all. Community Board President, Bill Pai, welcomed the group of 65+ board member volunteers with a champagne toast and sentiments of appreciation and gratitude for the commitment shown by our volunteers for the betterment of all our associations. Executive Director, Dawn Jaeger, introduced Community Office staff in order of longevity, ranging from just six months to over 25 years of service to the Harbor Bay Isle community. Presentations were given from Terra Landscaping, HIFS Inc. DBA Alameda Associates Insurance Services, and Pipespy. A good time was had by all. To learn more about volunteer opportunities in your association, please contact your association manager or the Community Office at 510-865-3363. Community Board President, Bill Pai.

HIFS INC., DBA ALAMEDA ASSOCIATES, herrerainsuranceagency.com/alainsur

Ms. Leilani Lopez, CEO, HIFS Inc. DBA Alameda Associates, gave a report on the state of insurance in California. The insurance market is experiencing unprecedented rate increases and unpredictable insurability. Finding coverage is becoming more difficult as the appetite

of carriers shrink. Even if you have not had any claims and continue to do business as you have year after year, there are expected rate increases as well as carriers no longer

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offering coverage in California. Some of the greatest impacts are being seen in home and property insurance due to wildfires claims. Despite the decline, Alameda Associates is finding coverage options for clients in home, property, commercial, and auto through standard and excess surplus lines insurers. Alameda Associates prides themselves in providing excellent tailored service to clients varying insurance needs. They will assess your needs and help provide insurance to cover your risks. And because business is ever changing, they will review your coverages at renewal with you every year. You may contact Alameda Associates directly at info@alainsur.com for a comprehensive insurance review. PIPESPY, pipespy.com

to approve CAP (condition assessment plan), CAWP (corrective action work plan) and Map submissions, which Mr. Richards expects could take longer to get as the July 12th 2026 deadline approaches and the number of HOA submissions goes up. This is, indeed, an in-depth process and needs to be well thought out and planned. More information may be obtained at pipespy.com or directly email Mr. Richards at jordan@pipespy.com.

Association Manager, Amanda Meng, with CCT Board Members, Chip Johnson & Linda Vallee.

Jordan Richards, Director of Operations at Pipespy, addressed two main areas in the HOA/multi-lateral private sewer lateral compliance process: the ins and outs of what to expect and how to proceed time-wise; and achieving the end result of

Association Manager, Andrea Godoy, with BVH Board Members, Bill Withrow & Lee Harris.

having all private sewer laterals, private sewer main lines and private manholes hold 4 pounds of air pressure for 5 minutes in the presence of an EBMUD inspector. Mr. Richards advises homeowners, and boards of directors alike, to make sure the chosen contractor is able to provide the following: a valid contractor’s license; business license for the appropriate municipality; workers’ compensation insurance with appropriate coverage amount; liability insurance with the appropriate coverage amount; auto insurance with the appropriate coverage amount; umbrella policy with the appropriate coverage amount; and the ability to have the HOA named as additionally insured for the duration of the project. The absence of any of these could be considered a “deal breaker”. Mr. Richards stated that the process itself could be lengthy and recommended patience. Depending on the scope of work, EBMUD response time and the HOA approval process, these projects can take anywhere from one to two months, all the way to multiple years from beginning to completion. He cited the example of Mills College, which has taken 9 years…and still counting. EBMUD has been taking up to two months or longer

Association Manager, Elyce Philcox, with SPC Board & CAC Member, Mita Raval, & HDL Board Member, Marla Lee.

Association Manager, Sami Soogian, with HRP Board Members, Luci Ackhart, Roger McClure (PAC), Lesa Ross, & Beth Sibley (landscape committee).

Architectural Standards Manager, Anisa Dominguez, & Office Manager, Jacqui Galvez Vasquez

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Urban Forest Management By Joseph Landaeta, Director of Maintenance T HE COMMUNITY OF HARBOR BAY ISLE'S URBAN Forest Management Plan begins with evaluating the benefits of each variety of tree and and how they will enhance the community. Tree plantings aim to provide such benefits as: density, screening, shade, filtered views, wind and sound breaks, and wildlife habitats. Planning and management efforts focus on how the urban forest can best meet community needs. Removal of at risk trees are determined by intensive monitoring by our team of Certified Arborists. Installation of new trees and other landscaping is needed continually, to maintain the health and vitality of the urban forest, since it is not naturally regenerating without human intervention. New varieties of trees have been implemented into the Urban Forest Planting Plan focusing on adequate growing space, density, filtered views, shade and proximity to structural components. Installation choices are made on a case-by-case basis and include species which are currently performing well in our many micro climates on the Island. More than 3,000 trees are maintained by the Community of Harbor Bay Isle next to major streets, sidewalks, bike paths, fence lines, and lagoons that surround schools, associations, parks, and one fire station. The Commnity tries to plant different generations of trees so there will not be a need for clear-cutting in the future.

Acer rubrun 'October Glory' trees planted 2 years ago at Island Drive & Robert Davey Jr. Drive, bus stop location, provide density, shade, and sound protection.

Acer rubrum 'October Glory' planted 6 years ago at Island Drive, at Robert Davey Jr. Drive, provides density and shade combined with adequate growing space.

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Podocarpus trees planted 8 years ago at Veterans Court fenceline, provide privacy with filtered views.

Podocarpus trees planted 10 years along Robert Davey Jr. Drive, provide desity and sound protection.

Three generations of trees planted at Veterans Court fenceline: Podocarpus, along with Deodar Cedar and Blue Spruce evergreens to provide density.

Acer rubrum "October Glory' planted 3 years ago near the East Lagoon dock, provide shade and density.

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sharpen one’s skill set to enable them to provide the best security possible to a community and to grow in fulfillment of the position.” Officer Olivo looks forward to learning as much as possible to be able to better protect and serve the community that is Harbor Bay Isle. In her time away from work, Jessica enjoys fishing. “I could be out on the water until after sundown, “she says with a smile. Jessica is also in the process of restoring a 12-foot fiberglass boat. O FFICER NATHAN QUIST felt he was in the right place when he

Security Officers by Jacqui Galvez Vasquez

O FFICER DANIEL EDWARDS joined Harbor Bay Security in March, 2024. Officer Edwards comes to Harbor Bay with a background in retail security and is eager to expand his skill set in a residential environment. “I want to support my community and contribute to a safe environment that increases favorably the quality of life for

started working for CHBIOA in March, 2024. “Once I started looking into working for the Community and after listening to a few of the officers’ experiences here, I knew this position would provide me everything I needed to move towards my goals, with like

Harbor Bay residents,” says Edwards. Officer Edwards grew up in Alameda, and attended elementary, high school, and college here. “I look forward to learning as much as I can here and growing with new experiences in the field,” says Edwards. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with family and friends, being uncle to his nieces and nephew, watching movies, and hiking the great outdoors. Officer Edwards’ life philosophy is, “Do the job right, do the best you can, and learn from your mistakes.” O FFICER JESSICA OLIVO says, “I was looking for a new challenge in the security field and felt CHBIOA was a good fit for me.” Jessica

minded individuals, in a relaxed but efficiently productive environment,” comments Quist. “My goal is to pursue a career in law enforcement. I hope to learn valuable skills and experience in the field to eventually provide me the tools I need to go to the academy and eventually become an officer with CHP Golden Gate.” Officer Quist grew up in Oakland, but spent some time during his youth in Illinois and Wisconsin. He enjoys travelling and discovering new places. “I'd drive hundreds of miles if it meant experiencing something new or beautiful, especially if it has to do with the ocean,” chuckles Quist. “I admit that Harbor Bay’s location is just perfect for me.” With an eye towards bettering himself and building a rewarding career, Nathan feels lucky to be at Harbor Bay. His philosophy regarding public service and safety is to do your best to make a positive impact in the lives of those around you and to “give the same respect that you expect to receive back.” Quist laments, “I love meeting people the conversations, the smiles, the dogs they call family! Without respect for the well-being of the community and the people you work with and talk to on a daily basis, there’s no way to build trust and establish connections.”

joined Harbor Bay Security in March, 2024, having left a security position at a casino in Lodi. Officer Olivo moved around a lot growing up, “Different cities, states and even a different country, which opened my eyes

to the world in so many ways; good and bad,” Jessica remembers, “It mostly gave me a good foundation for being independent and seeing that you must be strong to live in this crazy place we call earth, and thrive.” While Jessica’s career interests do not lie in law enforcement specifically, but instead in private security, she believes in the benefits of learning from an established security department such as Harbor Bay Security. “Learning policies and procedures can help

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S ECURITY OFFICER HUGO Moran started 2024 off with a new job at Harbor Bay Security. Hugo was referred by long-time friend, and Harbor Bay Security alum, Sergeant Michael Gozony. “Michael thought the position would be a great fit for me,” remembers

no matter how minute the task. In reality, there are no minute tasks when it comes to security.” Officer Moran is keeping a career in law enforcement on the table for consideration and feels what he learns here at Harbor Bay will lend itself to that end. In his spare time, Officer Moran enjoys running, playing video games, and boxing, which has been a serious passion of his for over 12 years. “It’s important to have ways to disconnect from everything and relax mentally,” he says. “It helps put everything else in life in perspective.”

Hugo. “Since I already had several years of security experience, he thought the experience would help me grow and learn. So, I gave it a shot, and I’m very happy I did.” Officer Moran believes, “If you take on a security position, it is your responsibility to take on any and all challenges that come with the position. I take what I do seriously,

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E-WASTE RECYCLING & DOCUMENT SHREDDING FREE EVENT!

WHERE: 3195 MECARTNEY ROAD, ALAMEDA, CA 94502 TIME: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM WHEN: JUNE 29 & OCTOBER 12, 2024

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.

16 th Annual Harbor Bay Isle Community Parking Lot Sale Date: Saturday, August 10, 2024 Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Where: Community Parking Lot (Corner of Island Drive and Mecartney Road) Fee: $25 per space Registration begins Monday, July 1 st . There are a limited number of spaces; first come, first serve. Bring your household items, toys, baby items, sporting goods, clothes, books, just about anything someone else might be able to use! What a great opportunity to clean house and/or hunt for treasures!

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Salvation Army will be on site for the duration of the event to accept donations. Please be prepared to take back any items that you do not sell or donate. No dumping allowed. *Political campaigning is prohibited at this event. Booths reserved for the garage sale and subsequently used for political campaigning are not allowed; participants will be escorted out of the event.* For more info, please contact Jacqui Galvez Vasquez at JVasquez@harborbay.org or 510-865-3363 x 346.

REGISTRATION FORM • COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE • 8/10/24 Name _______________________________________________________________________

Address ______________________________________________________________________

Phone _______________________ Email __________________________________________

Please sign me up for ____ spaces @ $25 each = Total Due $_______

Please make checks payable to CHBIOA. Checks may be mailed to: CHBIOA Community Offices, 3195 Mecartney Road, Alameda, CA 94502 Registration confirmation and space assignments will be mailed to all registrants by August 5 th . Registration is only open to residents of CHBIOA.

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Update to Community Architectural Rules: Basketball Standards by Anisa Dominguez, Architectural Standards Manager T HE FOLLOWING RULE COMPLETED A 28-DAY review period and has been voted on, and approved, by the Community Board of Directors and Community Architectural Committee. The Community Board ratified the rule change on March 27, 2024. These changes are now part of the Community Architectural Rules and Standards; they should be kept with your records. The rule change addresses how Basketball Standards are placed and stored. It further gives additional rights to the project associations to make more strict or lenient rules, due to the fact that some project associations have more space than others. Basketball Standards: Permanent basketball standards are not permitted on private lots. Project Associations may apply to the CAC for basketball courts in common areas with the condition that the courts not be lighted, or larger than standard high school half size courts. Before making application to the CAC for such a court, Project Associations must obtain the written approval of a majority of the property owners within a three hundred (300) foot radius of any part of the proposed court.

Temporary basketball standards shall be permitted on private property when they comply with all of the following conditions, unless the project association has developed stricter or more lenient requirements: 1. Free-standing from any residential building, fence or other permanent structure; 2. Maintained in structurally sound and safe operating condition, with no visual damage. Unsightly or unsafe equipment must be repaired or removed. 3. Used only during daylight hours; 4. Used only where they do not cause a traffic or safety hazard by blocking traffic, parking, or visibility on the streets or sidewalks; 5. Used without any additional artificial lights; 6. Used so as not to create a nuisance for any neighbor or other resident; and, 7. Standards no higher than 5 (five) feet may be used in backyards.

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