Manager’s Messages
Community Updates – Aug 21
Management:
Pam Pham-Le, General Manager pphamle@actionlife.com
Phone: 213.243.0798 www.santeevillagela.com
Office Location & Hours:
The management office is located in the courtyard, behind the Eckardt & Cornell buildings. It is commercial space #5, next to the art gallery.
Hours – Monday-Friday (9:30 am – 5:30 pm)
Important Contact Information:
Santee Village On-Duty Patrol Officer Cell Phone: 323.501.1119
Maple Garage Shuttle Van Information Phone number:213.434.6712
Hours – Monday-Thursday (6 pm – 11 pm) Friday-Sunday (6 pm – 1:30 am)
*PLEASE CONTACT MANAGEMENT TO SCHEDULE ALL MOVES AND DELIVERIES*
AUGUST BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING:
The Board of Directors will be meeting Monday, August 26, 2024, at these times:
- Executive Session – 6:30 pm (by invitation only).
- General Session – 7:30 pm (all homeowners welcome to attend).
The meeting will be held virtually and in person in the Management Office.
We invite all homeowners to attend the monthly HOA meetings. It’s easy to do now that you can participate virtually with Zoom. At these meetings, you can find out exactly what the Board is discussing, voting on, and proposing. We have an open forum to discuss any issues or bring your suggestions to the table. We hope to see more homeowners keeping themselves informed and being an integral part of this community.
CANDIDATE REGISTRATION FORM – Santee Village Members Only
Are you interested in volunteering time to serve on the Board? Want to have a say in what goes on in your community? Can you commit to attending meetings regularly? Can you make reasonable decisions for the betterment of the Association? If yes, you may complete the registration form in your email inbox and return it. Candidates MUST be registered by no later than September 16, 2024 by NOON (12:00 PM). This form may be returned via fax to (866) 648-7869, or via email to office@ballotboxservices.com.
COMMUNITY YARDSALE:
Santee Village is planning to host its Community Yard Sale tentatively on 09/28/2024. We encourage everyone to participate and join in the fun. This is a great opportunity to declutter, find some bargains, and connect with your neighbors. Please reach out to management if you’re interested in taking part in the yard sale. Stay tuned for more details on the specifics. We look forward to your participation!
Community Updates – August 16
Management:
Pam Pham-Le, General Manager pphamle@actionlife.com
Phone: 213.243.0798 www.santeevillagela.com
Office Location & Hours:
The management office is located in the courtyard, behind the Eckardt & Cornell buildings. It is commercial space #5, next to the art gallery.
Hours – Monday-Friday (9:30 am – 5:30 pm)
Important Contact Information:
Santee Village On-Duty Patrol Officer Cell Phone: 323.501.1119
Maple Garage Shuttle Van Information Phone number:213.434.6712
Hours – Monday-Thursday (6 pm – 11 pm) Friday-Sunday (6 pm – 1:30 am)
*PLEASE CONTACT MANAGEMENT TO SCHEDULE ALL MOVES AND DELIVERIES*
WATER SHUT-OFF REMINDER:
In order to address plumbing items in buildings 738, 743, and 746, a COMPLETE water shut off has been scheduled for next TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2024, between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm. Please note that this will affect both HOT and COLD water.
COMMUNITY SAFETY:
- Take a few seconds to ensure that doors are completely closed when entering and exiting the building and do not provide access to people you do not know.
- Do not leave any common area doors propped open. This includes doors to the stairways and the underground garage. We do not want unwelcome guests to have easy access to our building.
- If you received a call from the callbox, please confirm you know the person who is calling. Do not buzz strangers into the building.
- If you notice any suspicious individuals in the building or parking garage, contact — call or text Security IMMEDIATELY at 323-501-1119.
- Many kinds of public conduct are illegal and should be reported to local law enforcement. These include being intoxicated, loitering, prowling, fighting, trespassing, aggressive panhandling, soliciting, urinating/defecating, sleeping on Santee Village premises, littering, obstructing sidewalks, behaving in a threatening manner, etc.
- If you believe you or someone else is in danger, you must immediately call 911.
- If you determine that the conduct observed is a concern but not threatening, you can call the non-emergency number, 213-996-1250. Make sure you avoid any confrontation, maintain a safe distance, and promptly contact the LAPD and Security.
COMMUNITY YARDSALE:
Santee Village is planning to host its Community Yard Sale tentatively on 09/28/2024. We encourage everyone to participate and join in the fun. This is a great opportunity to declutter, find some bargains, and connect with your neighbors. Stay tuned for more details on the date and specifics. We look forward to your participation!
Community Updates – August 9
Management:
Pam Pham-Le, General Manager pphamle@actionlife.com
Phone: 213.243.0798 www.santeevillagela.com
Office Location & Hours:
The management office is located in the courtyard, behind the Eckardt & Cornell buildings. It is commercial space #5, next to the art gallery.
Hours – Monday-Friday (9:30 am – 5:30 pm)
Important Contact Information:
Santee Village On-Duty Patrol Officer Cell Phone: 323.501.1119
Maple Garage Shuttle Van Information Phone number:213.434.6712
Hours – Monday-Thursday (6 pm – 11 pm) Friday-Sunday (6 pm – 1:30 am)
*PLEASE CONTACT MANAGEMENT TO SCHEDULE ALL MOVES AND DELIVERIES*
Planet Vs. Plastic:
Each of us in the US discards over 2,000 lbs. of waste per year. About 40 percent has been food waste, which is now addressed by the Green Bin. So the focus here is on recycle waste, specifically plastics. As plastic never fully degrades but only gets smaller, it ends up as micro (<5mm) and nano (invisible) particles, constituting 99% of the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, now twice the size of Texas. Litter ends up in the storm drains. As there’s no filter or treatment, it all washes into the ocean. Additionally, while litter is relatively easy to avoid, another culprit, our laundry, is harder to control. One small load of synthetic clothing releases about 9 million micro plastic fibers which drain into soil and sewer system. These are found in marine life, from plankton all the way to whales. Now, they are even in human
What are some things we can do?
- Buy organic material – cotton, wool, hemp, bamboo, silk.
- Do laundry smarter – air dry instead of using a dryer, which releases fibers into the air.
- Avoid cosmetics with PE, PP, PET – all plastic based.
- Use public transit, walk and bike, as car tires releases microplastics which account for 28% of it found in the ocean.
- Do NOT microwave in plastic containers.
- For the bathroom, use bamboo toothbrushes, silk/bamboo/corn fiber floss, or reusable floss picks made from recycled paper, toothpaste tablets in jars, bar soaps, metal razors, metal or glass bottles for shampoo and body wash.
- For the kitchen, use brushes and scrubs made of coconut coir, and rags instead of sponges and wipes, metal and glass containers.
Every step we take towards these goals get us closer to a healthier and less toxic environment, with healthier bodies and minds.
Community Updates – August 2
Management:
Pam Pham-Le, General Manager pphamle@actionlife.com
Phone: 213.243.0798 www.santeevillagela.com
Office Location & Hours:
The management office is located in the courtyard, behind the Eckardt & Cornell buildings. It is commercial space #5, next to the art gallery.
Hours – Monday-Friday (9:30 am – 5:30 pm)
Important Contact Information:
Santee Village On-Duty Patrol Officer Cell Phone: 323.501.1119
Maple Garage Shuttle Van Information Phone number:213.434.6712
Hours – Monday-Thursday (6 pm – 11 pm) Friday-Sunday (6 pm – 1:30 am)
*PLEASE CONTACT MANAGEMENT TO SCHEDULE ALL MOVES AND DELIVERIES*
Tips To Help You Beat The Heat & Stay Cool This Summer:
- Dress for the Weather: Wear Loose, lightweight, breathable clothing made from natural fabrics like linen or cotton instead of synthetics. Consider wearing sun-protective clothing with a high UPF rating. These specially designed fabrics block harmful UV rays and keep your skin safe.
- Stay Hydrated: Dehydration can be dangerous in hot weather. Drink plenty of water throughout the day to keep your body cool and functioning well.
- Keep Cool: Use a fan or air conditioning, take cool showers, or keep your skin cool with a damp sponge or spray bottle of cold water.
- Turn Off Electronics: Computers and other devices generate heat. Turn them off when not in use to reduce indoor temperatures.
- Take a Swim: Take advantage of the pool on the property and remember to consider the Rules outlined in the Rules and Regulations.
- Cool your Home: Use blackout curtains or blinds to keep out the sun, open windows at night when temperatures drop, and install ceiling fans to circulate air.
Keep Pets Safe When Temperatures Climb:
- Never leave your pets in a parked vehicle. The inside temperature of the vehicle can quickly reach 12- degrees even with the windows cracked open.
- Limit exercise on hot days. Exercise in the early morning or evening hours.
- Walk you pet in the grass if possible, to avoid hot surfaces burning their paws.
- If your pet is outside, make sure they have ample shade and cool water.
- Watch for signs of heat stroke. Some of the signs are heavy panting, glazed eyes, a rapid heartbeat, difficulty breathing, excessive thirst, lethargy, fever, dizziness, lack of coordination, profuse salivation, vomiting, a deep red or purple tongue, seizure and unconsciousness.