December A Quail Meadows West Homeowners Association Publication

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1 December 2017 A Quail Meadows West Homeowners Association Publication

2 HOA BOARD OFFICERS Chairman Michael Anderson (805) st Vice Chairman Dana Lowe (805) nd Vice Chairman Greg Sandoval (805) Treasurer Keith Hesselbarth (805) Secretary Darrell Freeman (805) ACTIVITY CHAIRS Advertising Coordinator Coffee Coordinator Dine Out Coordinator Kitchen Inventory/Supplies Messenger Editor Messenger Distribution Reservation Sunshine Book Library Welcoming Web Site Keith Mougeotte Christy Moore Rose Ograin Judy Adams Keith Mougeotte Keith Mougeotte Marlene Gilmartin Toni McKean Susan Mougeotte & JaNean Averill Toni McKean Keith Mougeotte Clubhouse reservation for private events may be made via Dana Lowe at (805) Applications are in the Clubhouse and on our website qmw.messenger@gmail.com

3 community Michael Anderson QMW HOA Chairman The year is coming to another close and YOUR HOA management is working hard to make it a smooth transition to another year. By now you have received your end of year disclosures, the locks and handles have all been changed around the clubhouse by Dana Lowe (1 st Chair) and you have received your new key. The Thanksgiving dinner at the clubhouse is coming together with the assistance of Darrell Freeman (secretary) and his band of cheerful helpers. Christmas will follow and decorations will be going up soon. We as a board have worked hundreds of hours this year on your behalf and we truly appreciate your support. As volunteers it takes a concerted effort by all to make this community a wonderful place to live. As I stated last month, I am very thankful for not only the rest of the HOA Board of Directors, committee members, Keith Mougeotte but all homeowners, vendors and service providers who make an effort to sustain this Association. Thank YOU! Every year when homeowners start bringing in the Christmas decorations and setting up the beautiful lights and trees the chance for accidents and fires increase. Please follow these basic preventive measures to ensure you will have a safe and joyful holiday season. Fire Knows No Holiday Important safety tips for a happy and safe holiday season: Use only Underwriters Laboratory (UL) approved lights and cords Use only approved outdoor lights for outdoor use and make sure they are weatherproof Lights should be thoroughly inspected prior to installation Miniature, LED or indoor lights generate less heat and will not dry out the tree as much as larger lights Always unplug all lights and blow out all candles before leaving the house or going to bed Never use candles near trees or windows Never dispose of trees, decorations or wrappings in the fireplace If you choose to use a natural, cut Christmas tree, select only the freshest Needles should bend, not break, when folded Keep the stand full of water and check it daily Keep the tree away from heat sources and heater vents Remove the tree promptly after the holidays or once the needles begin to fall Change your smoke detector batteries If you haven t already done so install a carbon monoxide detector Lastly: Since the time has changed and we will be leaving our lights on longer I wanted to provide this comparison calculator on the cost savings of LED light bulbs. They are more expensive to purchase but the savings are remarkable. I recently replaced my 4 fluorescent bulbs in the kitchen with LEDs from Costco and the quality of light and savings more than paid for them. Here is a calculator to estimate your possible savings: See you soon at Thanksgiving M. Anderson

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5 Coming events NO December Dine Out Thursdays from 9:00 am to 10:00 am at the Clubhouse Please bring a $1 DONATION to off-set expenses 7th Margaret Wielenga 14th Marlene & Don Gilmartin 21st Christy & Gordon Moore 28th Iva Lepp

6 community From Your Archetectural Committee To maintain the integrity and value of our community, all owners agreed to adhere to the CC&R s of QMW at the time of puchase. All forms and governing documents can be found at the QMW office and on our website. Completed forms must be dropped in the QMW office mail slot. The architectural committee will pick up submitted forms every Thursday for approval so that work can begin (Holiday weeks may vary). Please take the time to familiarize yourself with the responsibility you have as a property owner and do your part in keeping QMW a great place to live!

7 Lets Celebrate! Nancy Dechant 1st Mike & Rita Anderson 11th Kathie Sanchez 3rd Ron & Darlene Wynn 11th Joyce Bolder 4th Ruben & Selina Fierro 27th Kacie Sheridan 4th Shelly Hoffman 5th Maria Dingman 11th Kim Miranda 12th Ernie Joiner 15th Jeff Hargis 19th Hannah Perelli-Minetti 23rd Betty Bridges 24th Yvonne Wight 31st

8 community Solutions for December Puzzle Kay Wade 855 Whippoorwill Drive (805) Creamy Cauliflower and Gruyere Gratin Makes 6 to 8 servings Ingredients: 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets 4 tbsp unsalted butter 3 large shallots, trimmed and thinly sliced 3 tbsp flour 1/2 cup chicken broth 1 1/2 cups milk 1/2 cup shredded Gruyere cheese 3/4 cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 3/4 cup fresh bread crumbs Instructions: 1. Preheat the oven to 400F. 2. Bring a large saucepan half filled with salted water to a boil over medium-high heat. Blanch the cauliflower until barely tender and still somewhat firm, about 5 minutes. Drain in a colander and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking. 3. In the saucepan over medium heat, melt 1 tbsp butter. Add the shallots. Fry until tender, stirring, about 5 minutes. Add the remaining 3 tbsp butter and stir until melted. Sprinkle the flour over the butter and cook, stirring with a whisk, until smooth. Slowly add the chicken broth, then the milk, while whisking, until thickened and smooth. Add the Gruyere and 1/2 cup Parmesan and stir until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Add the cauliflower to the sauce and stir to combine. 4. Grease a 2-qt gratin dish or baking dish. Spread the cauliflower mixture into an even later in the dish. In a bowl, toss the bread crumbs with the remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan. Sprinkle over the top. 5. Bake until bubbly and golden brown, about 30 minutes. (If you like, pop it under the broiler to brown the top a bit more.) Let sit for about 10 minutes before serving.

9 Important notices Messenger Messenger Deadline For January edition Is December 17th The publishing deadline is normally the Sunday following the second Thursday of each month I want to thank all my friends for their cards, calls, and visits during my on going medical struggle. You are priceless and I love you all so very much! Francine Rickett Spread a little Sunshine If you are aware of someone in need of some encouragement please Contact Toni (805) Cards sent by your Sunshine Committee Pat Small Call (805) Window screens for the original windows on the Quail Meadows home 28 x 28 3/4 $2 each 1 Patio sliding screen door for the Quail Meadows home $25

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16 DECEMBER 2017 Sunday M onday Tuesday W ednesday Thursday Friday Saturday :00 PM Hand & Foot 1:00 PM Bridge 9-10 AM Coffee Margaret Wielenga 4:00 PM Architectural Next HOA Meeting Committee Meeting Is Jan 7:00 pm Messenger Deadline 12:30 PM Hand & Foot 1:00 PM Bridge 9-10 AM Coffee For JANUARY Edition Marlene & Don Gilmartin :00 PM 1:00 PM Bridge 12:00 PM Hand & Foot 9-10 AM Coffee Men's Poker Christy & Gordon Moore :00 PM Bridge 9-10 AM Coffee No Dine Out Iva Lepp In December 31 1 November 2017 Su M Tu W Th F Sa January 2018 Su M Tu W Th F Sa NOTES: Trash Day Recycle Day Green Waste Day