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Join Us for a Fun Day of Volunteering and Swimming at Village Green

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Get Ready for Pool Season at Village Green!

Are you excited about the pool season? Join us for a fun and productive day as we prepare for the grand opening! Everyone is welcome to volunteer and help get everything ready. Plus, enjoy some quality time at the pool with your family afterward!

New to the Neighborhood?

This is a perfect opportunity to meet your neighbors and learn more about the Village Green Community Association, the pool, and our swim team. Come and be part of our vibrant community!

Haven’t joined yet?  

Do it here…vgnn.org/join

Event Details:
Date: Sunday, May 17
Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Schedule:

  • 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Volunteers needed for various tasks.
  • 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Free swim for families who volunteer (lifeguards will be on duty). We might start the free swim earlier if we finish the tasks quickly!

Tasks to be Done:

  • Clean bathrooms.
  • Clean pool deck gutter/drain.
  • Blow off the pool deck.
  • Spread mulch.
  • Put the diving board on.
  • Trim low-hanging branches near the baby pool and clubhouse.
  • Pressure wash the pool furniture.
  • Put the pool cover away.
  • Hang flags.

What is needed:

  • Blower
  • Gloves
  • Landscaping rake(s)
  • 2 pressure washers

We look forward to seeing our amazing volunteers and having families enjoy the pool!

Accepting memberships for 2026 now!

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Payments plans are online for this year!  We are accepting VGCA regular memberships for a 12 month recurring subscription OR VGCA Recreation/pool memberships for 6 month payment plans.

NOTE:  The payment/subscription plans will only be online through April 30th, so sign up for them now.

Please go here  Join VGCA – Village Green: An Oyster Point Community.

You can still pay all up front with credit card, PayPal, Venmo OR even drop the form off with a check.  No PayPal account is needed for any of the online solutions BUT there are PayPal fees calculated into the total cost.

Help Keep the Tradition Alive!

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Our VGCA pool is more than just a place to swim—it’s where our neighbors become friends and our kids make lifelong memories.  However, as a volunteer-run community association, we are at a critical crossroads.  Without a dedicated Volunteer Pool Manager, it will be nearly impossible to fund and maintain our pool operations.

I have been pool manager for the past decade and specifically spent the last few years streamlining projects and “perfecting the science” of our pool maintenance to make the job as smooth as possible.  Now, I am looking for a handy, organized partner to join me this year so I can mentor you with the hope you can transition into the role next year.  I should still be around to help out!

What’s involved?

  • Leadership: Hiring and mentoring our great lifeguard team.

  • Maintenance: Managing pool chemistry (I’ll train you personally!).

  • Coordination: Overseeing small repairs and organizing volunteers to keep the workload light.

If you have a desire to give back and want to ensure our families have a welcoming spot to gather for years to come, please reach out to me today!

Let’s keep the VGCA tradition going strong!

Thanks!

Donnie

757-768-9326

VGCA Spring Clean Up Sat, Mar 7 230-4pm

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When: 

  • Saturday, March 7
  • 230pm-4pm

What:

  • Clean up the pool deck rake and bag leaves.
  • Blow leaves away from pool fence.
  • Pick up fallen branches and other debris in the park.
  • Spread mulch in front flower beds.

Items needed:

  • Rakes, shovels, and wheelbarrows for moving/spreading mulch.

This is a great opportunity for the high school students to get service hours.

Lifeguards needed for Village Green pool

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We are looking to start pay at $13.50/hr for entry level certified lifeguards and $14.50+/hr for more experienced lifeguards.   We will have a limited number of lifeguard spots available this year, so please get your application in as soon as possible (even if you are not certified yet).

If you are interested in being a lifeguard with VGCA, please fill out the application located here:

https://vgnn.org/lifeguard_application

 

VGCA Board Nominees and Upcoming Elections for 2026 (corrections)

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**Corrections: Nominations are closed. Alycia Sawyer is not a nominee for the Membership Committee Lead.**

Volunteers needed for 2026 positions; All existing officers and special committee heads have agreed to stay on for the coming year. All VGCA members are welcome to attend. This will be a business meeting as well so you will get to see the board in action and you are welcome to ask questions. all VGCA members interested in running for a position are encouraged to submit their name to the nominating committee or show up at the general membership/election meeting on 23 Oct to be included in the list of candidates up for vote.

Please indicate on this Facebook event if will be attending so we may have an idea of who is attending.

The Village Green Community Association, a 501c7 not-for-profit organization, is posting its nominees for the annual nominations for its Board of Directors.  The slate of 7 to 11 Board of Directors are elected annually to fulfill a variety of offices and roles. The Board oversees the operation, management, and enhancement of the nearly 7.5 acres of community property, including a community pool, a clubhouse, playgrounds, park space, basketball court, pickleball court, and other amenities, serving over 300 households. These improvements, along with all of the community events, are accomplished through the work of volunteers from the around “The Green” who dedicate their time and talents to enhancing our community. Voluntary membership dues, volunteer labor, community donations, fundraisers, and service discounts are just some of the ways the Board finds the resources that are required to ensure these neighborhood amenities remain and that they meet the interests and needs of our neighborhood.

Annually, the current Board of Directors appoints a Nominating Committee to bring forward a list of nominees to serve on the Board of Directors. The list of nominations for the 2025-2026 VGCA Board of Directors below. These nominations will be considered by the VGCA general membership at the upcoming Annual Membership meeting on Oct 23 from 7-8pm at the Village Green clubhouse. Any members wishing to serve on the board that are not listed may be nominated from the floor at the upcoming Annual Meeting.

In addition, several other volunteer roles are needed to support the neighborhood that are not elected positions to the Board. Some of these positions and roles include Marquee Coordinator, Crier Editor, Website Manager, Hospitality Coordinator, Grounds Crews, Clubhouse/Pool Rental Coordinator, Pool Prep support, Swim Meet support, Block Captains…. These roles typically serve on the various Committees that are established by the board to help coordinate the work within the neighborhood. If you have questions on how to volunteer or what other opportunities there are to get involved, please let the Board know today.

NOMINATIONS FOR VGCA 2025-2025 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Officers (Total of 4):

  • President: Glenn Woodell
  • Vice President: Stan Van Pelt II
  • Treasurer: Kelly Matteson
  • Secretary: Ashley O’Malley

Committee Chairs/Leads or Other Duly Elected Members (Total of 7):

  • Communications Committee Lead: Ryan La Riviere
  • Governance Committee Lead: Andy Maciejewski
  • Grounds Committee Lead: None
  • Membership Committee Lead: Alycia Sawyer, Peter Frye
  • Neighborhood Watch Area Coordinator: Glenn Woodell
  • Pool Management Committee Lead: Donnie Woodruff
  • Social Committee Lead: Audra Joyner

Street Sweeping on Thursday 10/16

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The Street Maintenance Division of the Public Works Department began street sweeping operations on Monday, April 8, and is coming up on their final sweep for 2025. Newport News has already put up a sign for Village Green at our entrance for the streets to be swept Thursday, Oct 16.

Street sweeping plays a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness of our local waterways by removing accumulated debris and pollutants, such as sand, salt, metals, petroleum products, and bacteria, before they enter the storm drains. This season, the city is deploying ten mechanical street sweepers at regularly scheduled times to clear debris from city-maintained roads. In 2023 alone, 20,085 miles of curbs were swept and 6,558 dump truck loads of debris were removed from city streets.

Please be mindful of the bright signs posted on major streets leading into neighborhoods, indicating temporary parking restrictions for street sweeping.

On street sweeping days, ensure that vehicles, trailers, basketball goals, and other bulk items are off the streets by 9 a.m.; parking may resume after 3 p.m.

For a detailed street sweeping schedule and more information about the program, please visit the Public Works Website or call 757-933-2311.

Annual call for VGCA Board nominations for 2026

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Nominations will open for elected board members of the Village Green Community Association for 2026. Elected positions include: President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary. If you would like to nominate someone for a position, please contact any current board member or send an e-mail to [email protected]. Also, if you would like to consider volunteering on one of the standing committees, please let us know.

Elections will be held on October 23rd at 7:00, at the annual general membership meeting at the clubhouse. All VGCA members are welcome to attend. Nominees will be announced on October 16th.

Storm Preparation Notice: Secure Trash Cans and Bulk Debris

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Tropical Storm Erin is intensifying and is expected to become a hurricane by this weekend. While direct gulf impacts are not expected, dangerous surf and rip currents could affect parts of the East Coast next week. The city’s Public Works Solid Waste Division urges all residents to take the following steps to prevent property damage and keep streets safe in case of a storm.

Before the storm:

  • Secure or store all trash cans: Bring carts close to your home, into a garage, or tie them down so they cannot be blown into streets or neighboring property.
  • Delay setting out bulk debris: Do not place bulk waste, yard debris, or loose items at the curb until after the storm passes and collection resumes.
  • Remove loose objects: Items such as patio furniture, tools, and toys can become dangerous projectiles in high winds.

Why this matters:

Loose trash and debris can block storm drains, contribute to street flooding, and cause hazards to homes, vehicles, and people. Your cooperation helps keep the neighborhoods safe and reduces cleanup time after the storm.

Stay safe, stay informed, and thank you for doing your part to protect our community. For more storm safety tips, visit the Virginia Department of Emergency Management (VDEM) website.