10-2-2025 meeting is rescheduled due to technical problems with zoom

🎤 Candidate Forum – September 24, 2025

📅 Date: Tuesday, September 24, 2025
🕡 Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Dance Barn, 8 Barn View Cir

Join us for a live Candidate Forum where Sudden Valley candidates will share their views and answer questions.

🔴 Watch Live: Click here to view the live recording
Streaming available on YouTube and Zoom

Due to illness, the opening of the Candidate Applications and Lottery for ballot placement will now take place in the Dance Barn on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at 4:45 PM.

Please note: The deadline to submit applications remains unchanged — all applications must be submitted by Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at 4:30 PM.

To watch the opening of applications live, join the Zoom meeting here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84647671152?pwd=MHZJVkJhclRsT0RwdHR3cFplQUhRQT09

Thank you for your understanding.

Date: Saturday, November 1, 2025 / Time: 1 PM

The Sudden Valley Community Association is preparing for its 2025 AGM election, a crucial event that will determine the future leadership and direction of the community.

Positions on the Ballot

• Board of Directors (open seats)
• Nominations & Elections Committee
• Architectural Control Committee

What Members Will Vote On

• Proposed 2026 Budget
• Bylaw Amendments (if any)
• Community Resolutions (if any)

New for 2025: Vote by Mail or Electronically

This year, members will have the option to vote electronically or by traditional mail-in ballot. Members can still vote using a paper ballot as in previous years, or choose the new electronic option, which offers secure and confidential voting.

Details about the electronic voting process will be published in the next edition of The Views and posted on the Sudden Valley website.

All members are strongly encouraged to vote by completing and submitting their ballots according to the instructions provided. A summary of voting procedures will also be shared in The Views article next month.

Get Informed, Get Involved

To make informed decisions, members are encouraged to:

• Attend Candidate Forums and Town Hall Meetings (Dates to be announced)
• Review the Association’s budget and financial documents
• Join or observe Board of Directors and Committee Meetings
• Ask questions of leadership via email or in person

Your vote helps guide the direction of our community. Participating in the election is one of the most important ways to make your voice heard.

How to Apply as a Candidate

Application Period: July 7 – September 2, 2025

Applications will be available at:

• The Welcome Center (1850 Lake Whatcom Blvd)
• The Sudden Valley Website

Submit completed applications in a sealed enveloped in person at the Welcome Center or by mail to:
Sudden Valley Community Association
Attn: N&E Chair
1850 Lake Whatcom Blvd
Bellingham, WA 98229

Sudden Valley Administrative office will be closing at 3:30, Friday, February 14th and will be closed all day, Monday, February 17th for Presidents’ Day.

Service Update for Sudden Valley Residents

SSC has assessed current conditions and anticipates servicing most of Sudden Valley as scheduled on Friday, February 7th. However, due to road conditions, crews may be unable to access some steep streets in Gates 3, 5, 9, and 13.

To support residents affected by potential service disruptions, SVCA has placed collection containers at the Barn parking lot for trash disposal. These containers can be accessed by visiting the Rec Center and requesting staff to unlock them for you.

Additionally, if SSC cannot reach your residence and you are unable to wait until your next scheduled pick-up, you may drop off garbage and recycling free of charge at one of SSC’s three Transfer Stations located in Bellingham, Birch Bay, or Cedarville. (Please note: RDS and Republic stations are not included.)

We appreciate your patience and cooperation. Thank you!

As of 9:41 AM on Thursday, February 6, 2025, the Sudden Valley Community Association (SVCA) Maintenance team has been working in split shifts to address the overnight snowfall. Six snow removal vehicles and the smaller UTV machine are actively clearing snow across various gates. The Waste Removal Company, SSC, is assessing road conditions today and will decide regarding Friday’s trash pickup.

The current weather in Bellingham is cloudy with a temperature of 27°F (-3°C). Today’s forecast predicts cold conditions with decreasing clouds, a high of 37°F (3°C), and a low of 17°F (-8°C).

🚧 Snow Removal Operations & Safety

✅ Plowing Schedule – Main roads will be cleared first, followed by secondary roads and then residential roads. Please be patient as crews work through priority routes. For a full list of Sudden Valley roads and their designations, please see the Snow Response Plan Street List and the full Snow Response Plan Street Map.
✅ Keep Roads Clear – Park vehicles in driveways, not on streets or mailbox sites, to allow plows full access. Vehicles left in roadways or in front of mailboxes may be towed.
✅ Snow Berms & Driveways – Plowing may create berms at driveway entrances. Residents are responsible for clearing their own driveways. Avoid shoveling snow back into the road.

🚨 Winter Safety Tips

🔹 Drive Cautiously – Roads may be icy. Use snow tires or chains as needed, and avoid unnecessary travel during heavy snowfall.
🔹 Emergency Preparedness – Keep extra food, water, blankets, and flashlights in case of power outages.
🔹 Watch for Ice Patches – Black ice can form even after plowing. Walk and drive carefully.
🔹 Check on Neighbors – Look out for elderly or vulnerable residents who may need assistance with snow removal or supplies.

🛑 Important Reminders

🚫 No Pushing Snow into Roads – Doing so creates hazards and may result in fines.
🚫 Garbage Collection Delays – Expect potential delays in waste pickup due to weather conditions. Secure bins properly.
🚫 Stay Updated – Check the Sudden Valley Community Association website and social media for real-time updates on road conditions and plowing schedules.

Thank you for your cooperation and patience as we work to keep our community safe and accessible. If you have urgent concerns, please contact the SVCA office at (360) 734-6430. For additional information on Sudden Valley snow removal, please see the updated Snow Response Plan 2024-2025.

Stay warm, stay safe, and let’s get through this winter together! ❄️

— Sudden Valley Community Association 🚜

The Architectural Control Committee (ACC) is in the process of revising the policies that govern new home construction and existing home maintenance and remodeling. The committee will present the proposed changes and ask for member feedback in a Community Meeting on Tuesday, June 18^th, from 6 to 8 pm, in the Dance Barn. Members may also participate in the meeting via Zoom. This is a great opportunity to share your thoughts on the ACC Policies, available online at SuddenValley.com/residents-resources.