Newsletter - Parker Riddick 11-2019
November 2019 Parker Riddick Monthly Newsletter
Office Holiday Closings
The office will be closed on the following dates:
Monday, November 11, 2019 in Observance of the Veterans Day.
Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at noon thru Friday, November 29th in Observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday.
The offices will open on the next business day for both holidays.
Should you have a maintenance emergency please contact the on call service at 757-539-4758 or 757-539-4358.
There will be a resident meeting on November 19, 2019 at 10:30 AM to provide updates on upcoming White Marsh Project.
If you want to know what is going on with your community and find out more information about the demolition of the property. All are encouraged to attend this meeting.
If you have topics for discussion for our monthly meetings please contact the office to let us know at 757-934-3296.
We can also be reached at knewsome@suffolkrha.org or mbdooley@suffolkrha.org.
Relocation Corner News
Mike Smith
Rental History Verification- Rental History Verification is an important document used by landlords to determine if you are going to follow the rules and pay rent on time. The rental history form has a great impact on your ability to find other housing. Some questions on the form are:
Were you late 3 or more times in the last 12-months? Do you have any outstanding debit? Do you have any outstanding lease violations? Are you eligible to be re-leased? Did you give proper notice prior to moving? If you need to work on the above issues you may contact Mike Smith at the rental office at 757-925-3721.
Resident Council Meeting
If you are interested in being a member of the Resident Council please join the monthly meeting on November 12, 2019 at 11:00 AM.
Strong community leaders are needed on the Council Board who will be actively participating and planning community activities.
If you interested in being a community leader: please come to this meeting on 11/12/2019 at 11:00 AM.
Monthly Pest Control
The monthly pest control spraying will be on the first Thursday and Friday of each month. For the month of September it will be on the 7th and 8th of November.
If you refuse pest control you will be charged a fee of $15.00 for refusing the service.
Library to Go!
The next visit will be on Tuesday, November 12,2019at 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM. (parked in front of the rental office) All are encouraged to come by and check out books, use an iPod, do cool kids activities and connect with free Wi-Fi and more.
For more information contact Megan Mulvey at 757-514-7313. All are encouraged to come out and participate.
Annual Inspections
Annual inspections are being conducted month-ly. Please make sure you are ready and pre-pared forthe inspection.
All batteries in smoke detectors will need to be working at all times. In addition all need to keep their units clean so as to avoid housekeep-ing violations. See the pointers on this page.
Community Service
There is a mandate which requires all non-exempted adult household members shall either contribute 8-hours per month of community service within his or her community, or participate in an economic self-sufficiency program for 8 hours per month.
Community service forms can be picked up at the rental office. Non-compliance lease violations letters have been sent out to avoid this lease violation you will need to ensure you adhere to the terms of your lease. Any questions please let us know.
Community Support
There was a community meeting with the Suffolk Police Department held on October 17th at 5:00 PM. There was very little resident participation in the meeting. Only 6 out of 206 families showed.
The meeting was a very positive meeting advising all to make sure they call the police when they see criminal activity on the property to include loitering, drug activity, gang activity, graffiti as well as fighting.
This will take the community to call each time the activity is taking place. You can call the non-emergency number at 757-923-2350 and let them know you want to remain anonymous.
Each resident will need to call and report any activity they suspect and let the local police department know. They have informed you contact them the more they will come out. Don't hesitate to make the call! The more you call the better they can assist the community.
Housekeeping
In an effort to improve the livability and conditions of the apartments owned and managed by Suffolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority ("Management") you will need to follow the guidelines for housekeeping in the Housekeeping Standards section of your lease.
Here is a list of most common housekeeping violations:
- Inside the unit - The walls must be free from dirt, boles and should be clean. The floors should be clean and free of clutter. The windows should be ckan and not nailed shut. The shades or blinds must be in tact. Trash needs to be properly disposed of. Additional items are also mentioned in this section as well.
- Kitchen - The stove must be clean and free of grease. The refrigerator should be clean and freezer door should close properly. The freezer needs to also be free of ice more than one inch. The sink should be free of grease and garbage. Trash should be stored in a covered container until removed to be until disposed. Additional items are also mentioned in this section.
- Bathrooms - The toilet should be clean and odor free. The tub and shower should be free of mildew and mold. The floors should be clean and dry. The exhaust fan should be free of dust.
- Storage areas - Linen closets should be neat and clean. Other closets should be neat and clean NO highly flammable materials should be stored in the unit. Additional items are mentioned in this section.
- Outside the unit - Yards should be free of debris, trash and abandoned cars. Porches front and rear should be free of hazards and clan. Any items stored on the porch shall not impede access to the unit. Steps on the front and rear should be free of hazards. The sidewalks should not be blocked Storm doors should be clean and all parts are to be intact to include screens and hardware. The parking lot should be free of abandon cars. There should be no car repairs in the parking lots. In the laundry areas lint should be removed from the dryers after each use. Utility rooms in the unit should be free of debris, motor vehicles parts and flammable material. Grills and fire pits (anything with an open flame) are prohibited at all times on the property. Swimming pools are prohibited on the property at all times and Portable or personal screens on the doors are prohibited. smoke detector will alert your family to potential fire. Additional items are mentioned in this section.
- Mold and Mildew - All are encouraged to not keep damp items laying around, promptly report leaks and properly ventilate bathrooms Regular cleaning is also needed. Residents may be held responsible for any damages caused by the growth of mold or milden if the resident fails to act in accordance with the mold and milder section of the lease. All are advised to review the prevention requirements and the notification requirements
All are encouraged to review these housekeeping sections of the lease and make sure your unit is in compliance with the housekeeping standards. Should you have questions feel free to contact the office at 757-934-3296.
