Post from Roger Fox April 29

Guys, I appreciate the quick response on the paint ball vandalism query in last night's watch report. Sure sounds like some juveniles had nothing better to do on Monday night than drive around and cause problems for folks: 1) Our watch folks reported a number of cars were paint-balled in the Leaside area on Monday night also (27 April). 2) Moose and Cindy reported a house in the Stone Castle Drive area over in the Provinces was also paint-balled on Monday night. 3) One of our watch folks, John Robertson, is a Nationwide Insurance Agent. He sent me the falling regarding your home insurance and what to do when these kind of incidents occur. John is always quite helpful providing very timely insurance information. "Paintball damage is a double edged sword. Here is why: if the damage requires more than soap and water to clean the siding then the homeowner would need to make a claim against their Homeowners policy. Before this claim is reported: the homeowner should consult with their insurance agent." "Here is why: a Homeowners policy has a deductible and may also have a surcharge added for having a claim. So, some idea of the amount to be paid by the insurer after the deductible and any claims surcharge should be understood so that the homeowner can make an informed decision." 4) I was pleased to hear more of you are willing to go down to Annapolis to the County Council meeting (7:00p.m., Monday, 4 May) and intend to wear RED SHIRTS. The slots casino bill to change the zoning to permit its construction is Bill 10-09, Zoning Video Lottery Facilities. We need to be prepared for a number of these sessions. We HAVE TO SHOW where we stand on this issue. Most likely the Council will make their final decision by June, but even as early as Monday night, a vote could be taken on the zoning issue. Commercial Services: 1) I always like to give special advertising to one of our own. Many of you may know Bill Brown. I have known his wife, Hope, for many years. She provided dedicated service to the school PTA a number of years ago. Here is what Hope had to say: "My husband owns his own contractor/construction company. He's seeing a lot of roofs being replaced in the neighborhood and is concerned that homeowners may not be getting the best price or having unlicensed people doing the work." "As a fellow Harmans Woods homeowner, he is willing to beat any written estimate from a licensed contractor for Harmans home owners. His name is Bill Brown. His company name is The Three Brothers Construction Co., Inc., phone 443-324-4810/fax 410-551-2655. He does all types of home repairs - from large to small - including roof repairs/replacements, siding, kitchen remodels, window replacement and fences/decks." Thank you for your support and keep the info coming! Roger