Pool will be closed Tues, Aug 25
Due to an inability to fully staff the pool with lifeguards on Tuesday, Aug 25th — the pool will be closed the entire day.
We plan to be open the rest of the week as scheduled.
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VGCA Board Meeting Aug 25 @ 7pm
Location: VGCA Clubhouse
Proposed Agenda:
- Treasurer report
- Membership update
- Pool update
- Grounds update
- Appoint a nominating committee for VGCA Board positions.
Reminder on pool rules
As the summer is creeping towards an end and with more VGCA Rec/Pool members using the pool this year, I wanted to remind everyone of the pool rules.
First and foremost, please enjoy yourself. Secondly, please abide by the Phase 3 restrictions and practice 10ft of social distancing while on the pool deck and in the pool. And finally, please read the pool rules and understand they are in place to provide a safe and enjoyable pool for our members to enjoy. Please click below for specific details.
If you have any questions a lifeguard can clarify or you can reach out to our pool manager at [email protected].
2020 VGCA Pool Rules can be found here: https://vgnn.org/community-pool/pool-rules/
Phase 3 restrictions can be found here: https://vgnn.org/changes-to-phase-3-in-hampton-roads-and-the-impact-on-the-pool/
Storm Debris Collections
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| Due to last week’s Tropical Storm Isaias, high volumes of storm debris may delay bulk collections in your neighborhood. Storm debris is being collected separately from regular bulk waste. Be sure to place your regular bulk waste out for your regular collection day. Tree contractor debris is prohibited for curb pickup. The tree contractor is responsible for disposing of the debris. To review the bulk collections schedule visit the Solid Waste Division website. A portion of your street may be collected one day, while the rest of the street may be collected on another day. Storm debris is being picked up seven days a week. To ensure Public Works provides the most efficient waste collection services follow these guidelines: Set out storm debris as soon as possible.Separate vegetative storm debris from other bulk waste. Be sure to place the debris three feet from other objects (such as vehicles, fences, other bulk waste, carts or fencing).Do not to set out any items under power lines, trees or any low hanging objects. Park cars in driveways versus the street, when possible. For more information call 757-933-2311. |
Luau Pool Party for Adult VGCA Pool Members
This is an ADULT ONLY event, so the kiddos will need to stay home. Dress for a Luau Themed party and come enjoy a great evening at the pool. This event is for VGCA Pool Members and their guests (non VG residents).
7-10pm on Friday, Aug 14 at the VGCA Pool.
We will cook hamburgers and hot dogs, have cornhole, volleyball in the water, and other activities. Bring a dish and your favorite beverage(s). If you would rather bring your own food (not for sharing), feel free to do that too.
Please sign up by Thurs, Aug 13 as we will have a max of 50 folks.
If you have any questions, please see Jenn Greene and/or Donnie/Victoria Woodruff.
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The lifeguards and a couple of volunteers prepped the pool after TS Isaias rolled through…
We were able to open the pool only 2 hours later than normal thanks to the hard work of our lifeguards and my assistant pool manager, Connor.
Area by the tennis courts received some much needed attention this past week.
Thanks to a group of folks that came out last Sunday afternoon and after TS Isaias on Tuesday to work on clearing brush and removing a tree that fell from a neighbor’s yard. The team still has more work to do, but we are committed to cleaning the area up so it can be enjoyed once again. Thanks for all the hard work!
Sun, 8/2 @ 3pm: VGCA tennis court and surrounding areas clean up
On Sunday, Aug 2 beginning around 3pm, we will be attempting to get the area by the tennis courts cleaned up. If you can come out to help that would be very much appreciated. Shoes pants and gloves are recommended as it’s quite overgrown and some poison ivy has been spotted out there. We hope to see many of you there. Bring shovels, rakes, garbage bags, and gloves to help. Weedeaters, chainsaw, hedge clippers, blowers, and lawnmowers might be helpful too.
Changes to Phase 3 in Hampton Roads and the impact on the pool…
Some folks have asked if we are going back to the pool reservations or swim lanes. The short answer is “No” BUT please continue to read below.
According to what I read (and I verified with our health inspector) we can continue to operate the pool as laid out in Phase 3 — which you can read more about here.
As you may have noticed, while I am volunteering as pool manager, I have been wearing a face covering as required by Phase 3. We would encourage others who visit the pool to wear a phase cover while on the pool deck BUT it is not required. Please do NOT wear it while in the pool.
What is required?
- VGCA Pool will still abide by the 75% capacity rule for outdoor pools The only additional restriction is if the pool is rented for a pool party which is then considered a social gathering and has a maximum of 50 individuals.
- Folks that are not members of the same household practice 10ft of social distancing while on the pool deck or while in the water. Please help with this and remind your children of these requirements.
- Continue to see a lifeguard when you enter and answer required questions appropriately before entering the pool deck.
- Stay home if you feel ill or have been around someone who is ill.
- Enjoy the pool!
Also, any pool parties or events in the VGCA park must abide by the restriction of a maximum of 50 individuals in a social gathering.
If you have any questions, please me (Donnie Woodruff) or contact the VGCA Board at [email protected].
Be safe, abide by phase 3 requirements, and enjoy the pool!sd