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FOUR SEASONS BREEZE | JUNE 2020 19 Hopefully, you have been able to get your yard just the way you want it. With this pandemic we've all had plenty of time to spend in our yards and gardens. This is just a reminder that any changes you make need to be submitted for approval. New patios, fire pits, trees, and built in BBQs all require an application. Replacement of existing plants with the same or similar plants does not require an application. While not difficult, it does take a little time to complete the paperwork. If you have any questions, please call or email me. I'm willing to walk you through the paperwork, answer any questions, or even offer suggestions. Our meetings are being held on Zoom the first and third Wednesday of each month at 8:30 am. Once we are allowed to mingle we will go back to the RNC Conference Room. Sorry, neither I nor any of the committee members are very good at hard labor but we will cheer you on. ~ Steve Cooley, (801) 815- 5302, cooleyaudit@gmail.com Architectural Review Committee Canine Corral Council The Canine Corral Council has been meeting via Zoom during this COVID-19 stay-at-home order. The first Thursday of the month we progress through the processes of fundraising strategies and next steps in preparation for opening. The third Thursday of the month we are working out and fine-tuning the processes of membership application and educational seminar for members. There is still a lot of work to do before we are ready to open the Canine Corral and we are managing to complete many tasks by meeting through the Zoom app. One suggestion we have received is to spell out the features and benefits of a dog park in our community. I did some research and found some interesting information on how dog parks can have a positive effect on the community as a whole. Why should we have a dog park? According to recent studies, over a third of households have one or more dogs. Dog parks can act as a gathering spot for pet parents. While dogs are exercising and socializing, community members are forming relationships, participating in conversations and exchanging community information such as events, doctors and veterinarians (while, of course, supervising their dogs). Dogs are social creatures and like to play with other dogs. As leash laws and regulations have become restrictive, many public leaders are seeing dog parks as a way to let pets run free without penalty to pet owners or damage to private property. Dog parks also promote safety because they are not walking on busy streets. Dog parks allow dogs to get off-leash exercise and social activity with other dogs. When dogs get the adequate physical and mental exercise they need, there is a noticeable decrease in the level of troublesome behavior. Studies show that owning a pet can be good for you. They can add love and companionship to your household and reduce stress. With a dog park you will have healthier pets and people to improve the quality of life in your neighborhood. We have addressed any negative concerns with dog parks. Our dog park will have separate areas for large dogs and for small dogs. All dogs will be over six months old. Membership will require a process for ensuring all dogs meet vaccination and other requirements and owners meet liability requirements. Members will attend a seminar to ensure all rules will be followed and all dogs will have fun. We have a couple of positions to fill so if you are interested in working with us, you may attend three meetings and go through the established interview process for appointment to membership. If you are interested in donating to support our dog park's fundraising efforts, you may bring cash or checks to Saphire Rhodes at the Four Seasons management office. Also stay tuned for upcoming fundraising events. This dog park will be a self-funded amenity and we will depend on your support and the support of our community. ~ Sandra Butler-Roberts, sandirae@icloud.com Just in case: Check with your committee chair to confirm meeting place, date, and time. Facilities Committee The roofing project for The Lodge, Spa building, and the RCN building is in progress. We are working on the repair and retile of the men's and women's showers at the Summit. The committee is working on replacing the door jambs, casings and weather stripping on the exterior doors from the inside pool area to the exterior that has deteriorated from moisture. The committee is working to get the fountain just outside The Lodge repaired. The Facilities Committee meets via Zoom right now on the second Wednesday of the month at 10 am. We always welcome residents to join us and share their ideas or concerns. ~ Jim Griffin, jjimgriff08@ aol.com