4th of July in The Meadows

Our neighborhood is going to have a little 4th of July parade and chalk walk. Everyone can participate, whether you’re a walker, bike-rider, stroller, or just a driveway decorator! Here’s how it works:

1) DECORATE Decorate your driveway or street with festive chalk drawings before noon on Sunday, July 4th. Decorate your bike, stroller, wagon etc. in holiday décor or meet at the playground on 34th Ave SE if you need supplies at 11am, we will have lots to choose from. The HOA will also provide chalk if needed. Let us know if you need some at support@mclarinmgmt.com and we can drop some off for you.

2) WALK, RIDE, OR STROLL through the community at noon. If you can’t participate, take an afternoon or evening stroll to enjoy the decorated neighborhood!

Please note that fireworks are banned in our area. For more information, including a map of where fireworks are illegal, click here. To report the illegal use of fireworks, please contact South County Fire 425-407-3999.

Happy Independence Day!

Consistency in Yard Care

Caring for your lot can feel overwhelming this time of year when everything is growing so quickly. We encourage homeowners to pick a day of the week to do the basics: mow, edge, weed check - repeat! When you build this consistency into your schedule, you’re staying ahead of the game and not reacting to something that has gotten out of control. Now, if you haven’t spent a day dedicated to that initial spring weeding and trimming, you will need to do that. But after that, maintaining will be so much easier — especially when you make it part of your weekly (or maybe bi-weekly) routine. Which day works best for your schedule?

Spring Yard Care Checklist

Use this checklist to help get your lot in shape this spring. And remember, if you need help with any of these jobs, we have a list of landscapers and other service providers on the portal under Shared Documents.

Lawns

  • Remove lingering dead leaves, pinecones, and other debris from your lawn.

  • Apply a moss and weed control. Within a few weeks you’ll be able to rake out the dead moss to make way for healthy grass.

  • Aerate the soil to encourage growth.

  • If you didn’t apply a fertilizer in the fall, you can apply a light layer of slow release fertilizer after your first mow.

  • Fill in any bare spots with grass seed.

  • Mow and edge consistently to keep yards healthy and tidy.

Trees and Shrubs

  • Prune off any dead limbs.

  • Trim off any shoots that have grown at the base of trees.

  • Wait to prune flowering shrubs until after they have flowered.

  • You can trim any NGPA plants that are encroaching your property.

Flower Beds

  • Get back to basics and weed those beds. Weeds crop up in landscape rocks, too, so do a full check.

  • Prune the dead stalks from perennials.

  • Early spring is the time to plant any new trees and shrubs; wait until later spring to plant annuals and perennials.

  • Apply mulch in the warmer months to come. It helps suppress weed growth and makes beds beautiful.

General Clean-Up

  • Remove any trash or debris from side yards.

  • Sweep and tidy front porches.

  • Put your trash cans away every time.

Spring Fun: A Window Egg Hunt

Just because we have to socially distance doesn’t mean we can’t do something fun for the kids. This year, we’ll be having a Window Egg Hunt. Here’s how it works:

Between now and Sunday, April 4th:

  • Cut out and color one or more eggs (make sure they’re at least half a letter-sized paper). A great template is available on the portal under Shared Documents > Newsletters.

  • Place the eggs in your windows or front door.

  • Families can “hunt” for the eggs all month long when they’re on walks.

Have fun and stay safe!

Holiday Lights and Contest

Many people are getting an early start on their holiday lights this year to help create a festive atmosphere while spending more time at home. We’ll be having a Holiday Lights Contest in December for a chance to win gift certificates to local businesses, so start planning your display if you haven’t yet! Judges will be from other local neighborhoods. Be sure to take evening walks to enjoy the lights and wave to your neighbors.

Remember, all holiday lights and decorations must be taken down by January 15th.