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Please Attend a Community Meeting

Community Announcements

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 18th, 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.

Firewise Community Roadside Pickup

Community Announcements
The Firewise program starts Monday, April 22nd in Gate 5.
Here are some important points to remember about the Firewise program.
  • Place your branches next to the road.
  • Ensure branches are easily accessible. Keep those ditches and roads clear!
  • Only include naturally fallen branches.
  • Branches cannot exceed 6″ in diameter.
  • No limit on length of branches, crews prefer longer branches.
  • Piles no higher than 5′.
  • Branches only. Other vegetation will jam our equipment.
  • If you have leaves or clippings, please dispose of them separately.
Thank you for keeping Sudden Valley Clean and Safe!!

SVCA’s New Launch Dock is Open!

Community Announcements

 SVCA’s new launch dock passed its final inspection by Whatcom County today, April 11th, 2024, and is ready for use. If you have renewed your marina wet or dry slip rental, your access card will open the launch gate. 2024 launch passes are available at the Welcome Center and the Rec Center. A day pass costs $25 for residents and $50 for non-residents and a 2024 season pass for unlimited launches costs $100 for residents and $200 for non-residents. Call 360-734-6430 for more information.

Asphalt Paving Project to Resume

Community Announcements

On Tuesday, December 12th our subcontractor, WWRS will be back onsite finishing the asphalt patching.  This will impact two locations temporarily for the day:

  • In the vicinity of 32 Harbor View – Road will be closed from late morning to mid-afternoon, and cars will need to detour.
  • Gate 1 Entrance next to Guard Shack – The entrance will be open, but residents will be slowed down on entry as paving crews will be working on both sides of the road. 

Road Cleaning Causes Confusion

Community Announcements

On Monday, December 4th, a resident let SVCA know that there might be an issue with the equipment being used to clean our roads. Because of this resident’s communication, we were able to address the problem right away. Here is a timeline of events:

  • SVCA was notified of the problem around 3:45 pm
  • Maintenance was on site at about 4:05 PM and observed a small amount of sheen visible, as shown in the photo above.
  • Maintenance contacted Allied Sweeping at 4:15 PM and notified them of a potential oil leak on one of their sweepers. Allied stated they would investigate and remove any malfunctioning equipment from service.
  • At about 4:20 PM Allied Sweeping removed their broom truck from service to investigate if it had a hydraulic leak.
  • At about 4:30 PM Allied Sweeping returned to the site with a vacuum sweeper and re-cleaned the street.

While we certainly don’t want to drip any kind of oil or other substance on SVCA roads, Allied Sweeping uses synthetic biodegradable food grade hydraulic fluid in their street sweepers (see SDS HERE). There are no special measures required for accidental release.

I believe that the response from Allied Sweeping was professional, timely, and appropriate. Most of all, I appreciate being alerted to a potential problem by an observant and quick-thinking resident. Please, if you see something, say something. You can reach SVCA at Office@SuddenValley.com or by calling 360-734-6430.