NEXT WEEK!!!
CRANERIDGE OPEN HOUSE AT MYSTIC HILLS BREWERY
10959 Allen Road, East Concord
Monday, JANUARY 13
Stop in anytime between 4 – 8 pm!

https://craneridge.org/2024/12/20/craneridge-winter-open-house-on-mon-jan-13th-2025/

Monday, Jan. 6 2025  @ 6:45 pm
Via Zoom– This meeting will be held online via Zoom and is open to all community members. This meeting is password protected. To obtain the link and password for the online meeting, please log into the Craneridge Homeowners page: https://craneridge.org/homeowners-2/

Mission Statement: Enhance our living environment through woodlands stewardship, shared property maintenance, and community building.

Outcomes [or Intended Results] for this meeting: 

By the end of this meeting we will accomplish the following: 

• Understand the latest developments occurring within our committees;
• Update BOD on the progress made on “Actions we agreed to complete” that are outside of the committees;
• Pinpointing possible candidates for the open Director position until the spring election;
• Evaluate the needs and establish plans for the 2025 budget while initiating strategic planning for the 2026–2028 budget cycle to ensure long-term financial sustainability and alignment with organizational goals.

NOTES: ONC label meanings
O = Open (Talking about it for the first time & opening the discussion)
N = Narrow (Focusing on Options & narrowing down the discussion)
C = Close (Making a decision and closing the discussion)

Congratulations to Gwen Alegre, a valued member of the Craneridge Board of Directors and Chair of the Woodlands and Habitat Committee, for achieving Master Naturalist Levels 7–12! Gwen’s passion and expertise have been instrumental in advancing ecosystem health and conservation efforts in our community.

Her remarkable contributions include:
🌱 Championing a reforestation project in Craneridge.
🌊 Conducting a soil erosion evaluation at Crump Brook in collaboration with the Erie County Soil and Water Conservation District, laying the groundwork for long-term remediation.
🌿 Leading the removal of invasive species like phragmites, multi-flora rose, and Japanese knotweed, as well as managing Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA) in Craneridge and beyond.
🦋 Establishing and maintaining native tree, shrub, and pollinator gardens while inspiring and organizing volunteers to assist in these efforts.

Gwen is not just a leader but a mentor, actively sharing her knowledge with our community. She has organized events to promote conservation awareness and even contributed to sustainability workshops at the Town of Concord Library.

With the looming threat of Hemlock Woolly Adelgid to our woodlands, Gwen’s expertise is more crucial than ever. We are incredibly fortunate to have someone of her caliber volunteering for Craneridge.

Now is the perfect time to get involved! The Woodlands and Habitat Committee is seeking volunteers to join our efforts. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside Gwen and learn from her wealth of experience while making a tangible impact on our environment.

If you’re interested in helping preserve and protect our beautiful woodlands, please reach out to gwenalegre@gmail.com or visit: https://craneridge.org/craneridge-woodlands-and-habitat/. Together, we can ensure a thriving ecosystem for generations to come!

Let’s all take a moment to thank Gwen for her dedication and celebrate the positive change she continues to bring to Craneridge!

Dear Craneridge Homeowners,

After extensive research over the past year, the Board has decided to contract with HOA Assist to enhance our community’s operational efficiency. HOA Assist will provide professional financial management services, reducing the workload on our volunteer leadership and will replace the Executive Secretary role and the Patriot software we were using for our finances.

Effective January 1, 2025:

• The Executive Secretary role and use of Patriot software will end on December 31, 2024.
• HOA Assist will take over management of many of our financial and administrative services.

What to Expect:
You will receive onboarding emails from HOA Assist soon. These emails are legitimate and will provide information on setting up your new online portal and assessment payment options.

For more details, visit: www.hoa-assist.com

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding!

— The Craneridge HOA Board of Directors

Monday, Dec. 2 2024  @ 6:45 pm
Via Zoom– This meeting will be held online via Zoom and is open to all community members. This meeting is password protected. To obtain the link and password for the online meeting, please log into the Craneridge Homeowners page: https://craneridge.org/homeowners-2/

Mission Statement: Enhance our living environment through woodlands stewardship, shared property maintenance, and community building.

Outcomes [or Intended Results] for this meeting: 

By the end of this meeting we will accomplish the following: 

• Understand the latest developments occurring within our committees;
• Update BOD on the progress made on “Actions we agreed to complete” that are outside of the committees;
• Discussion and understanding of the different street lighting options available for Craneridge to ensure a well-informed decision-making process 
• Discuss the adoption of HOA Assist platform to significantly streamline our operations and improve efficiency in managing the association’s finances.

NOTES: ONC label meanings
O = Open (Talking about it for the first time & opening the discussion)
N = Narrow (Focusing on Options & narrowing down the discussion)
C = Close (Making a decision and closing the discussion)