LANSDOWNE ON THE POTOMAC: Daily News for the Week of February 5, 2012

LANSDOWNE ON THE POTOMAC: Daily News for the Week of February 5, 2012

Lansdowne on the Potomac Daily News is featured here for the benefit of families considering this community as a future home for their families. As a former resident of Lansdowne on the Potomac I am happy to help those interested in learning more about benefits of living in Lansdowne - or any surrounding areas of Leesburg, Loudoun County, or Northern Virginia.

Please feel free to call me at 703.635.0388, or let me know your particular interest in today's real estate market. I would be honored to be of service to your family!

As a reminder, there will be a Budget and Finance Committee meeting in the Potomac Club Ballroom and an Activities Committee meeting in the Conference room tonight, February 6th, 6:30PM. As always, residents are welcome to attend.

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The Activities Committee wants the community's input and guidance on activities and events held in the community. The Board of Directors has approved a total net budget of $75,000 (after total expenses, income and sponsorship) for 2012, which is about $2.90 per month for each homeowner. Through creative planning and managing the budget, the Committee expanded the events in 2011 offering 29 community events which helped bring friends and neighbors together.

To participate in the survey, please CLICK HERE. Residents may also access the survey by visiting the community website, www.lansdownehoa.comand clicking on the Activities Survey tab.

Thank you in advance for taking time to provide feedback in order to help the Activities Committee offer great community events in Lansdowne.

Final day to submit a survey will be Friday, February 10th.

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HS-8 Citizens Committee for Traffic Control & Calming: Draft Plan Presentation, Wednesday, February 29th, 7PM in the Auditorium of Belmont Ridge Middle School.

For additional information on HS-8, please visit the LCPS Planning and Legislative website.

LCPS Planning and Legislative link regarding HS-8.

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Winter Swim Clinic Registration - The Lansdowne Lightning Swim Team is excited to offer our Winter Swim Clinic. The purpose of the Winter Clinic is to allow swimmers to prepare for the summer swimming league. This clinic will work on stroke refinement and is not a learn to swim clinic. Swimmers must be able to swim at least 25 meters unassisted.

Dates of Clinic: Sundays

February 12^th, 19^th and 26^th
March 4^th, 11^th and 25^th
April 15^th, 22^nd and 29^th
May 6^th and 13^th

No classes on April 1^st and 8^th ~ Spring Break

Time of Classes:

4PM-5PM - ages 8 and Under
5PM-6PM - ages 9-10
6PM-7PM - ages 11 and up

Note: If your child is identified as having skills above his or her age group, he/she may be asked to join an age group that practices at another time.

Maximum registrants will be 30 per hour or 90 swimmers total. Register now as this clinic sells out very quickly!

Cost: $100

Please use the link below of for more information and to register:

Lansdowne Lightning Registration / Questions

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Girl Scout Troop 6485 is hosting a Parent's Night Out on Friday, February 10th at Seldens Landing Elementary School. Enjoy a fun evening while our Girl Scout Troop entertains your child.

The event is from 6:30PM to 9:30PM and will include games, crafts, hot dogs, mac & cheese and a movie. The cost is $15 per child (ages 3 - 11). Register by emailing Maureen_pgh@yahoo.comby February 8th. Walk-Ins are welcome on a space available basis.

Call Karen Davy at 571 333-0636 if you have any questions.

Disclaimer: This information is being sent by a request of Girl Scout Troop 6485 and is not an LOTP HOA sanctioned event.

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Security Alert: Please be aware the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office issued the following in today's daily crime report:

02/04/12 - 02/05/12
1500 hrs. - 0830 hrs.
19060 block - Quiver Ridge Dr.

"Larceny/Suspicious Event: Four residents reported finding their window screens damaged or removed. A package of cigarettes was removed from the rear deck of a residence. C2012-001983"

We are communicating with the Sheriff's Office about this report and will share any additional applicable information upon receipt.