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Archived Announcements:
The older, but still applicable, announcements and general information are archived below:
Information from the Frederick County Division of Fire and Rescue Services (DFRS):
Winter Weather Preparedness for Older Adults
(Originally posted 2/12/24)
No Cost Home Improvements: Residents can take steps to make their homes more energy efficient and save money on heating and air-conditioning bills. The Power Saver Retrofits program helps low- to moderate-income households in Frederick County do this by providing free energy audits and related home improvements. For complete information, click here. For an application (includes income requirements), click here. (Originally posted 11/3/22)
Fire Safety Followup from League of Learners Talk on Sept. 23, 2022: Captain David Coe, Westview Station, Department of Fire and Rescue Services has provided information on questions residents had at his talk in the attached document (click here). Information covers fire extinguisher disposal, medicine disposal, smoke detectors, how to order the Knox Box, red emergency folders, disposal of medical "sharps" (needles), etc. (Originally posted 10/14/22)
Electronic Transmission of Notice: Our By-Laws and the Maryland Homeowners Association Act allow homeowners to receive election and budget information by electronic transmission from the Crestwood Village Homeowners Association. If you would like to opt-in, please notify Shirley Davis at sdavis@clagett.com. Please include your Crestwood Village property address(es) in the body of your email. (Originally posted 12/8/21)
Identity Theft Protection: Click here for a guide from the Maryland State Police.
Frederick Sheriff’s Department App: The app that the sheriff’s department had is no longer updated. The best source of information is now their website: https://www.frederickcosheriff.com/
Licensed Contractors: Numerous contractors offer their services in Crestwood Village for both exterior and interior projects. Some are licensed, some are not. The Board of Trustees strongly advises that you only contract with professionals that are licensed. The Maryland Department of Labor provides the ability to search for licensed professionals on their website. Click here. To search specifically for contractors holding a license issued by the Maryland Home Improvement Commission (MHIC) , click here.
Dog Control: If you are a dog owner, please ensure that your dog is always properly leashed and restrained in order to keep both dogs and people safe in our community.
Recycle Right: When in doubt, just throw it out. We all wish more things were easily recyclable, but wishfully placing materials in a blue cart doesn't make them recyclable...it makes them expensive trash. Click here to see acceptable items.
Assistance with Potential Scams: Neighbors-Helping-Neighbors (NHN) is offering a service to assist our residents in determining if they are being targeted by scam. If in doubt, don't pull the wallet out! Scammers frequently use scare tactics so do not pay anyone if you feel threatened or afraid. Run the situation by a trusted friend, family member, the office, the police department, or NHN. All consultations with NHN will be in the strictest confidence. Please contact Caroline Bolin, NHN Chairwoman, if you have questions or need assistance.
Phone Scams: Our Neighborhood Watch team reminds residents not to give out personal information over the phone especially if receiving an unsolicited call. Phone scammers are especially prevalent during the Medicare Open Enrollment season, October 15 to December 7. Additionally, if anyone appears at your door purportedly representing Medicare (or any other solicitation) please inform them that door to door solicitation is not allowed in Crestwood Village and close the door. Do not be a victim.
Frederick County Senior Resource Guide: The Frederick County Department of Aging has published a 132 page guide that offers a great deal of information pertinent to Crestwood Village residents. Copies are available at the Clubhouse. To view and download a copy, please click the following link: Senior Resource Guide
Crestwood Veterans: Veterans benefits offered by Maryland can be found here: http://veterans.maryland.gov/ Be sure to take a look at the "State Resource Guide" by clicking here.
IRS Tax Scams/Consumer Alerts: For the latest on current tax scams, please click here.
To report scam phone calls or other tax scams to the IRS call 800-366-4484 or report online:
http://www.treasury.gov/tigta/contact_report_scam.shtml
Community Speed Limit: The BOT asks that residents please be aware of their speed and to consider that 25 MPH is a maximum and that other conditions (weather, pedestrians, curves, bikers, etc.) might require slower speeds. Please exercise care while driving in our community.
Comcast: If you have Comcast service, please advise them that you are a bulk customer and basic cable is covered by our HOA fees so you should not be charged for basic cable. If you have any questions, these are the Comcast numbers for bulk customers: 855 638-2855