Happy New Year East Stratford!  Please find 2025 updates & reminders below – 

2025 Board of Directors Meeting Schedule 

Please find below the 2025 Board of Directors meeting dates for East Stratford A&B, C&D & Residential.  
All meetings are held via ZOOM & begin at 6:30 PM. If you wish to obtain the login information, please contact Shannon Cook at [email protected] 
All are welcome and encouraged to attend. 
 

East Stratford Residential:

• January 14, 2025
• March 11, 2025 – Annual Meeting – In Person
• March 25, 2025
• May 27, 2025
• July 22, 2025
• September 23, 2025
• November 25, 2025

East Stratford A&B:

• February 11, 2025 
• March 11, 2025 – Annual Meeting – In Person
• April 22, 2025 
• June 24, 2025
• August 26, 2025
• October 28, 2025
• December TBD 

East Stratford C&D:

• February 26, 2025 
• March 11, 2025 – Annual Meeting – In Person
• May 28, 2025
• August 27, 2025
• November TBD

 
Any changes to the scheduled meetings will be sent via email. 

URGENT CALL TO ACTION: Social Committee Volunteers Needed!

Our Community’s Future Events are at Risk!
Our cherished community traditions and social events for 2025 are in jeopardy!! Without new volunteers stepping forward, we face the reality of canceling beloved community gatherings that have brought our neighbors together for years.  Current Social Committee members are stepping down and they need to be replaced with new volunteers. The Board of Directors is making an urgent appeal for support. We are at a critical turning point, and without additional volunteers, we simply cannot sustain any events that make our community special.

Your involvement isn’t just helpful – it’s essential for preserving the vibrant community spirit we all value. Even a few hours of your time could make the difference between keeping or losing these important social traditions. Remember: Strong communities are built by people like you who step up when needed. The time to act is now! 

Don’t let 2025 become the year our community events disappear. Take action now by contacting Shannon to learn how to help us maintain the traditions that bring our neighbors together. (Shannon Cook at [email protected])
 

Community Clubhouse Rentals

The East Stratford Residential Community Clubhouse is available to book year-round!  Reservation requests must be made in advance, no later than ten (10) days prior of the event. Go to the East Stratford website for pictures. Click here to submit a reservation request.

Contact Shannon or Alexandra to schedule your next event!
Phone: 703-803-9641
Email:  [email protected] / [email protected]
 

Tree & Shrub Pruning Reminders 

Trees need regular pruning to prevent potential property damage or injuries caused by falling or dead branches. Homeowners are required to maintain trees and shrubs to avoid obstructions on sidewalks and roads for the safety of pedestrians and vehicles. Additionally, trees and shrubs obstructing community street signs or traffic safety signs must be pruned to ensure clear visibility. Visit the East Stratford website for a guide.

The Associations landscaping company, Premier Turf and Landscaping, is offering a 10% tree trimming & replacement/removal discount to all East Stratford residents. If you would like your trees trimmed or are considering any removals and/or replacements, please feel free to contact Premier directly to discuss pricing and details.  

Please call Premier’s office at 703-754-3326 and ask for Scott Trumble between the hours of 8 AM to 4 PM or by email [email protected]. 
NOTE: The Association would not be involved in this transaction; the contract would be between Premier and the homeowner. 
 

East Stratford C&D – Parking Committee Effort Updates

As part of our ongoing efforts to address parking concerns within the community, an Ad-Hoc Parking Committee, composed of volunteers from the neighborhood, convened in 2024. The committee’s purpose was to review and discuss potential amendments to current parking policies, explore alternative solutions, and revisit findings from previous parking committees and boards.

Recent efforts included attempts by the Association to negotiate additional parking with Stryker, which unfortunately were not successful. The Association also explored the possibility of opening the pool parking lot for general use; however, this proposal was similarly declined.

After reviewing past research, evaluating potential options, and considering the uncertainties surrounding the potential development of a nearby data center, both the Board and the Parking Committee have decided to pause further exploration of new parking solutions. At this time, the current parking policies will remain in place.
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to your management team.
 

East Stratford A&B – Playground Project – Volunteers Needed!

As part of the ongoing efforts to improve our community, the A&B Board recently distributed a survey to gather feedback from residents regarding possible replacement of the playground equipment. According to the current replacement reserve study, the existing equipment is scheduled for replacement in 2026.

In preparation for this project, the Board of Directors is forming an Ad-Hoc Committee to assess the current playground, explore options for new equipment, and provide replacement recommendations back to the Board. We are looking for volunteers to join this committee and contribute their insights and ideas. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Shannon Cook at [email protected] before January 20, 2025. The Board plans to appoint committee members in January 2025 so that we can begin the planning process. Thank you in advance for your interest in helping shape the future of our community’s playground!