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                                     Plimouth Commons Cooperative Corporation
 
Board Members - 2018-2019
President/Clerk                                  Donna L. Marshall  
Vice President                                    Linda Pomroy  
Treasurer/Recording Secretary        Barbara Andrews  
Board Member                                   Guido Beschi
Board Member                                  Jack Lynch
  
 
Non-board members
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Sergeant-at-Arms                             Art Hamblin
Scallop Shell Editor/ Webmaster    Laurie Gohl 
Social Club                                       Wendy Wright, Cathy Angelini, Shirley Dinsmore, Pat Modale &
                                                           Patty  Webster
Sunshine Club                                  Kathy Duart
  
Please Note:  
The Community  Board Meetings are the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7:00 PM in the Clubhouse.  Everyone is urged to attend these meetings.
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If you have an issue with trees  - contact Jack Lynch 
If you have issues with catch basins or road repair - contact George Eldridge
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OFFICE HOURS
Monday through Friday –  available by phone 9:00am – 5:00 pm
Wednesday – available at the Community Center 8:30 am – 12:00 pm
Saturday – 9:00am – Noon
Sunday – OFF  (except for emergencies)

"Happy Birthday Wishes"            

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  •   Gale B.   1st
  • Jim C.  5th
  • Tony A. 7th
  • Kathy D. 7th
  • Renee S. 7th
  • Moe C.  9th
  • Elaine B.  14th
  • Nanette D.  16th
  • Ralph B. 19th
  • Bill K.  20th
  •                                     Pat M. 21st
  • ​                                  Debra H.  31st

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Congratulations
​Bob & Judy M.

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From the Desk of the President



 There is new legislation that took effect on February 23rd regarding the “Hands Free While Driving” Law.  Under this law any operator of a motor vehicle or bicycle is prohibited from using any electronic device, including mobile telephones, unless the device is used in the “hands-free” mode.  The penalties for violating this law are quite severe.
1st Offense - $100.00 fine
2nd Offense - $250.00 fine, plus a mandatory completion of a distracted driving educational program.
3rd and subsequent offenses - $500.00 fine, plus an insurance surcharge and mandatory completion of a distracted driving educational program
The lesson here is DO NOT USE ANY ELECTRONIC DEVICES WHEN DRIVING  as it is very dangerous and can be very costly.

SPEEDING- Just a reminder that the speed limit is 15 MPH within Plimouth Commons and 20 MPH from our front gate to State Road.  I have received several complaints from shareholders about “speeders” in the community.  Please be courteous and careful, we have many neighbors that walk and speeders pose a definite danger to them.

We will be removing the handicapped parking signs near the pool.  Originally this was the only entrance that could be used for our disabled members.  We will be moving those designated handicapped parking spots to the front of the Community Building (two on either side of the sidewalk).  This request was recently made to the board and was approved unanimously at the last board meeting.

Senior Medicare Patrol Program – There are some informational documents provided by this program at the Community Center as a resource for Seniors.  The primary purpose is to prevent healthcare errors, fraud and abuse.  I will be scheduling a free educational session in May with this organization. For additional information, their website is www.MASMP.org .

We have been very fortunate so far this winter, with minimal snow.  I will be much happier saying this on May 1st rather than March 1st because New England is known to have really bad storms in March and even April.  Here is to keeping fingers crossed that we have a beautiful and blizzard free spring.
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Poll Workers - The Town of Plymouth is seeking poll workers.  There are five elections this year.  If you are interested in being a poll worker, go to the town Clerk’s office at town hall and complete an application. The contact person is Renee Reardon. The election dates this year are March 1st, March 31st, May 16th, September 1st and November 3rd.


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SEPTIC DO’S AND DON’TS

DO
• DO PRACTICE WATER CONSERVATION
• DO CHECK FOR WATER LEAKS AND REPAIR THEM
• DO USE SEPTIC SAFE TOILET PAPER ONLY

DON’TS
• DO NOT USE WISK
• DO NOT USE POWDERED CLEANERS (DISHWASHER, LAUNDRY OR               CLEANERS LIKE SPIC N SPAN)
• DO NOT FLUSH WIPES (INCLUDING DISPOSABLE ONES), ANY SANITARY    PRODUCTS, PAPER TOWELS, TISSUES, ETC.
• DO NOT USE A GARBAGE DISPOSAL
• DO NOT USE SEPTIC TANK ADDITIVES
• DO NOT FLUSH SOLID WASTES SUCH AS CIGARETTE BUTTS, FOOD,             MEDICINE PACKETS, DRUGS, OR GARBAGE INTO THE TOILET
• DO NOT POUR GREASE, OILS OR MAYONNAISE INTO EITHER THE                TOILET OR THE DRAINS
• DO NOT PUT STRONG CHEMICALS SUCH AS CLEANING PRODUCTS,            CLEANING WATER OR EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF BLEACH DOWN THE        TOILET OR THE DRAINS.

​DO NOT USE ANY DRAIN CLEANERS LIKE LIQUID PLUMBER, DRANO, ETC.

Laurie's News
Hi Everyone,
 
Well as I write this month’s letter so many of our residents are recovering from surgeries, me included.  I wish us all a very speedy recovery and good health to all in our community and the snowbirds down south.

This month brings the start of Spring and a promise of warmer weather ahead.  I have noticed that my daffodils have started to grow with their leaves poking through the dirt.  I can’t wait to see them bloom.  So far this winter it has been very mild and no white stuff on the ground.    “Dr No” likes that since it saves our community money on the plowing and sanding. 

I am not sure how many people in our community are Irish but on the 17th is St Patrick’s Day and I want to wish everyone a very Happy St Pattie’s Day and “Top of the Morning to Ya”. 
Please welcome in our community Brian and Trudy Ollerhead who purchased the Mrs. Hay home. 
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Before my surgery I went to Florida for a short vacation.  I visited Paul and Donna in Dunedin and was asked if I know what ROMEO means.  I said that it is a main character in Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliette” or Joan L.’s late kitty may he rest in peace.  Donna said no.  It means to the community in which they are and around the world is “R” retired, “O” old, “M” men, “E” eating, “O” out.  So to the men of our community happy “ROMEO”.  Maybe us Ladies should come up with a club of our own.  Any suggestions on what our name should be?
 
Have a great month, see you around the Community.
Laurie
 
                     Don’t forget to vote on
                     Massachusetts primary
                             on March 3rd

 
​Greetings from the Social Club

​We started playing Wii bowling last month.  Unfortunately we didn’t get many players.  We are hoping for more participation for the next two times we play.  It’s a free event and really easy to do.  You can even bowl sitting down!!  Come try it out on Friday the 6th and Friday the 20th. 
 
Breakfast is on Saturday March 7th. Delicious scrambled eggs, sausages, English muffins and pancakes.  Something for everyone.  We hope you can make it.
 
LRC is on Tuesday the 10th from 1-3.  Always a fun afternoon with lots of laughs.
 
Ladies luncheon is at Plymouth South High School on Thursday the 12th.
 
Men’s lunch is also on Thursday the 12th at the Cabbyshack.
 
On March 17th, we’re having a Pot Luck dinner at the clubhouse at 5:00.  Please bring an entrée or dessert to share with your friends and neighbors.  It’s St. Patrick’s Day but it doesn’t have to be an Irish dish, although wearing of the green is encouraged.
 
We had a request again for Monte Christos for dinner out.  People do enjoy the food there.   Meet at the restaurant at 5:00 on Tuesday the 24th.
 
Bingo is on Saturday the 28th.   We are planning a ham dinner with cheesy potatoes, a garden salad and bread & butter.  Desserts are always appreciated.
 
The Social Club would like to express our appreciation to all our friends and neighbors that show up to the events we plan.   We would love to hear from you with any ideas or suggestions for the coming months.
 
Your Social Club,
Shirley, Cathy, Pat, Wendy and Patty

A very Happy Birthday to Doris B.

Tree Trimming/Wine Tasting Event - November 30, 2019

The Plimouth Commons Angels - Angel Craft Day - November 20, 2019

​Veteran's Day Pound Auction - November 9, 2019

The Bocce Tournament - October  4, 2019

The Snowbirds!!!!! - Winter 2019

Christmas Party - December 8, 2018

Tree Trimming Party - November, 2018

A 100th Birthday Celebration - Alfred D.

Men's Luncheon - August 15, 2018

​Happy Easter

Two of our beloved Nonagenarians - Al and Doris

​Christmas Festivities - Ho, Ho Ho

Tree Trimming Party - November 25, 2017

Gail, Louise, Pat, Wendy, Joan and Donna  kick off the holidays​

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​Plimouth Commons Halloween Party - October 28, 2017

​​The Plimouth Commons Labor Day Pool Party - September 4, 2017