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Lawn Squad visit (4/2/26): We have been advised by Lawn Squad that they will be making their first visit of 2026 to our property on Tuesday, April 7. This treatment will involve both a fertilization and weed control application.  The weed control is a pre-emergent, so it is designed to minimize the appearance of weeds later in the spring/early summer.  Topical weed applications come in subsequent visits.  Please make sure that your property and nearby common areas are free from personal property so that it doesn't impede the Lawn Squad techs.

Waste Management delay (1/26/26): Please be advised that there will be a one day delay for trash pickup this week due to weather and street conditions. This week's collections will be on Wednesday. Please do not put out your cans until Tuesday evening, and place them at the end of your driveway instead of in the street so that they aren't an obstacle for City snowplows.

2025 WW HOA Reserve Study (11/26/25):  This recently completed study has been place on this website at the bottom of the left-hand column. Only registered homeowners can have access to it.

Turfscape fall schedule (11/5/25):  Please be advised that Turfscape is now on their fall schedule.  With the grass not growing as quickly they will be not coming weekly through the end of the season.  There will be a couple of leaf blowing visits as well. Obviously, this year's leaf drop was later than normal, so there is work to be done on those.

2025 Annual Homeowners Meeting (11/5/25):  By now you have, or will receive shortly, a communication regarding the 2025 meeting, which will be held on Tuesday November 25 at 6pm at the Twinsburg library. Topics that will be covered are the 2026 budget, the recently completed reserve study, 2025 accomplishments, 2026 plans, Board of Director elections, amongst other matters.  Please mark your calendar now. If you cannot attend, we request that you return the proxy form in the prepaid envelope included in the letter to you.

Lawn Squad visit (11/5/25):  Our fertilizer and weed control company, Lawn Squad, will be on the property tomorrow 11/6/25 to do their fifth and final treatment of the year (weather permitting).  Please make sure that your property and common area property near you is free from bikes, toys, etc., so that their agents can do their job efficiently. 

Lawn Squad visit (10/6/25):  Please be advised that our Fertilizing and weed control contractor will be on the property tomorrow, 10/7/25, weather permitting. If there's a change to that schedule you will be advised. Please make sure that your property and nearby common property is clear so that the contractor's employees can do their job efficiently.

2025 Reserve Study (8/26/25):  The Board of Directors has contracted with Community Reserve Specialists, Stow OH, to conduct a study of our HOA reserve account.  They are a company which does business with a number of “smaller” HOAs that are similar to ours, similarities such as no swimming pools, clubhouses, etc.  We have provided them with a copy of our previous 2020 study which outlined our community's “assets” and responsibilities such as signs, fencing, and detention pond (behind the homes along “upper” Bellaway).  It's important to have a solid reserve account for multiple reasons in order to have the ability to handle larger capital projects such as 1) mailbox replacements, which was done several years ago, 2) entrance signs (recently replaced), 3) replacement of the Chamberlin fence (in good shape now, but down the road may need replacing), 4) major landscaping projects in common areas, and 5) detention pond dredging. It's important to have ample resources in our Reserve Fund so that individual homes are not assessed for a project. Additionally, some mortgage companies may look at an HOA's financial condition as they review a homeowner's application in a development with an HOA.  We expect the study to be done by our Homeowners annual meeting in late November at which time we hope to share with you their findings.

Lawn Squad application (8/26/25):  We have been advised by our fertilizer/weed control contractor that they will be on the property on Friday, 8/29, weather permitting.  Please ensure that bikes, lawn equipment, and any other objects that could impede their employees from doing their job efficiently have been moved off both your property as well as common property near your home.

Streetlight outages (8/26/25):  The streetlights are the responsibility of First Energy, not the City or the HOA.  To report an outage in front of or near your home (or anywhere in Whispering Woods for that matter) please contact First Energy via the following link: www.firstenergycorp.com/outages_help/report-lighting-problem.

Chamberlin Rd fence (7/17/25):  We wanted to let you know about a Board approved project for the fence along Chamberlin.  It needs to be power washed, and we had agreed to have our contractor do it last winter when his schedule was lighter and there were less leaves in the way. However, rougher weather intervened and it was put off. This spring a Board member discovered there were areas on the fence that needed to be repaired, mostly along the top areas. We have held off to this point getting it power washed until the repairs are effected. We didn't want to have a high pressure washer do additional harm to the fence. Our fence repair contractor now has the needed parts for repair and plans to complete them later this month. We have given the go ahead to our Property Manager to contact our power wash contractor and get on his schedule for August.  In previous years we power washed only the side facing Chamberlin as for whatever (biological) reason that side gets more algae on it from the nearby trees. However, during a Board inspection earlier this summer it was noted that the “inside” facing portion of the fence needs to be washed, so it will done as well.

Turfscape delay (6/25/25):  Due to the heavy rains in the back half of last week, Turfscape will be on a one day delay this week.  They will be on the property tomorrow, Thursday June 26.

Lawn Squad visit (5/28/25):  Please be advised that our fertilizer/weed control contractor will be on the property tomorrow, Thursday, 5/29/25 for the second application of the season. Please make sure that your property is clear of any potential obstructions, obstacles, etc., so that they can do their job effectively and efficiently. Thank you.

May 5, 2025 Ballot, Issue 5 rezoning (4/23/25):  A issue that arose at the 2024 Annual Homeowners Meeting was the rezoning of the parcel across the Route 82 from the Whispering Woods Phase 2 development (Ryan development). Homeowners in Twinsburg, prior to that election, had received direct mail pieces regarding a potential development tentatively named “The Villas of Whispering Woods”. The issue “passed” by approximately 70-75 TOTAL votes (approx 50.5-49.5) of all those cast in Twinsburg. However, the same issue is back on the May 5 ballot for consideration by the voters. A Board Member noticed that the matter was back on the ballot and called the City Planning Dept to inquire as to why if it in fact “passed”.  As it turns out, the Twinsburg City Charter requires that a rezoning issue such as this has to pass in the Ward in which the property resides, which is 3A, which is also where WW Phase 1 (ours) and 2 are located. The rezoning didn't pass as a result of it not passing in Ward 3A.  Technically, the Issue could “pass” in the City by 500 votes, and not “pass” in Ward 3 by 5 votes and the Issue would fail. The Board hasn't taken a position on this rezoning request by the developer but wanted to inform our homeowners as to the facts as to why it has re-appeared on the ballot despite the appearance of it passing.  The same thing holds true in this election. It must PASS in Ward 3 for it to be put into effect.  We recommend that you do your own personal due diligence on this election issue like any other, positive or negative, and vote in an informed manner.  In any event, this potential new development would NOT be part of our HOA, as Whispering Woods Phase 2 (Ryan) is also not.

2025 Spring Summer newsletter (4/21/25):  This year's newsletter has been emailed to all registered homeowners ans will be place on the website in the left hand column.

2025 First fertilizing/weed care treatment 04/18/25):  We wanted to inform you that the first treatment by Lawn Squad will be next Tuesday, April 20. As you know, it's been a VERY wet spring and we had to hold off having them visit the property to avoid heavy equipment on the grass.

2025 HOA Monthly Coupon Books (1/10/25):  We wanted to advise you that there has been a delay in the printing and mailing of the 2025 Whispering Woods HOA coupon books. Those homeowners who utilize this payment method can mail their January payment upon receipt of the book. Given the nature of this situation there won't be a late charge. Homeowners who utilize ACH withdrawals aren't affected by this delay.

Reserve Study (11/26/24): One item on last night's 2024 annual Homeowners Meeting was the Reserve Study which was conducted in 2020.  It was also discussed at previous meetings.  However, we wanted to make sure that you had access to it in the event you wanted to review the content.  The purpose of the study was to assist the Board and Management Company in determining if our existing and future reserve accounts are adequate to fund special, one-time capital projects (e.g., new fence along Bellaway, failure of underground water sewers behind homes, etc.) without a special assessment to homeowners.  The study determined that we are in good shape with our financial planning.  However, if you wish to review the scope and details of the study it is on our website at the bottom of the left hand column.

2024 Annual Homeowners Meeting (11/24/24):  This is a reminder that the 2024 WW HOA annual meeting is tomorrow, November 25 at the Twinsburg Library.  Please check the library message board for meeting room number.  Registration begins at 530pm and the meeting will start at 6pm and is expected to last approximately 60 minutes.  Accomplishments for 2024 and plans for 2025 will be discussed.  In addition, two Board member positions are up for election. We hope to see you there.

Whispering Woods Phase 2 (11/9/24):  It has come to our attention that there is some confusion as to the status of Whispering Woods Phase 2 (Ryan development at 82 and Chamberlin).  We wanted to let you know that Phase 2 IS NOT part of the original Whispering Woods community.  The Board of Directors was approached by the developer of the new Phase approximately a year or two before construction began in the new phase to ask if our HOA was interested in having them become part of it.  After a careful and thorough review of the nature of Phase 2 the Board elected to decline the request. There were enough dissimilarities between Phase 1 (us) and Phase 2 that the Board felt that it was NOT in the best interest of our homeowners to conjoin the two phases into one HOA.

Phase 2 has its own HOA, declarations and covenants, rules, and board of directors.  We aren't privy to them, nor need to be.  Anything you might see from an exterior standpoint on their homes or in their yards may or may not be applicable or approved within our HOA structure.

We wanted to communicate this information to you so that you are clear as to the relationship that exists between the two Whispering Woods communities.  

Turfscape Fall Plan (11/9/24):  We wanted to apprise you of Turfscape's fall schedule.  As the growth of grass has subsided, they will no longer be visiting our property weekly for lawn cutting.  We have had a couple of frosts which also slows down or stops the growth of grass.  Accordingly, they will be returning one more time for the last cut of the year. They have already cut back all the tall grasses, etc., in the utility box areas.  They will be returning to our property for leaf removal again.  This year we had a late leaf drop so there still is much to be done in that area. 

2024 Annual Homeowners Meeting (11/4/24): We wanted to inform you of the date and time of the 2024 Whispering Woods annual homeowner meeting. This year's meeting will be held on Monday, Nov 25 at the Twinsburg library. Registration will begin at 530pm and the meeting will start at 6pm. We anticipate that the meeting will be over by 7pm. Please mark this date on your calendar as we hope to see you there.

New signs/lighting (9/26/24):  We wanted to let you know that two new entrance signs as well as lights have been installed at the entrances to WW at Bellaway and Pine Ridge.  They are made out of a new material that will be resistant to weather.  There may need to be paint touch ups over time but we expect them to last many years.  They also will be easier to clean. 

New signs/lighting (9/4/24):  We wanted to advise you that new signs at the Bellaway and Pine Ridge entrances are in production and nearly complete.  They are expected to be installed in the next couple of weeks.  The current signs, which are the original ones from 2004, were made of wood and are long past their normal life cycle.  The new ones will be made of a newer poly material and less susceptible to the elements.  In addition, the Bellaway sign was damaged on New Years Eve a few years ago and was repaired but is showing its wear. Further, we are replacing the lights that illuminate them in the evening.  The new lights can be installed on the existing in-ground hardware.  We expect them to be more efficient as well as do a better job of “focused” light on the sign and not bleed over and around them.  The new lights will be installed after the new signs go in so they can be properly aligned.

Tree trimming project/Turfscape misc projects (6/8/24): We wanted to advise you of a couple of Board-approved property projects that will undertaken soon, possibly as early as this week.

Contractors Corner Website New Feature (11/21/23):  We have added a new feature to our website called "Contractors Corner".  It's a means by which WW residents can exchange information regarding contractor services needed or contractors that residents have positive experiences with.  We have established 7 different categories for the time being but can add more at any time.  For example, if a resident is looking for a handyman they can post that.  Other residents can reply with a contractor's name and contact info/website, etc., to assist their fellow resident.  Disclaimer: The HOA Board makes no claims positive or negative as to the abilities, etc., of the contractor.  It's still up to the resident to do their due diligence on the person/business.  This will be a password protected page, meaning a WW resident has to be registered for our website to access this new feature.  This page can be accessed on the left hand column of the home page near the bottom. In order to have full communication notification there are a couple of steps that must be taken.  These are outlined on the page just below Contractors Corner, called WW Members Contact Preferences.  Click on the link at it opens a page with a screenshot of instructions.  Once you have signed into the website, go to your name in the upper right hand part of the home page.  Click on Member Settings, then the "Contact" tab.  The two boxes that need to be "checked" are "receive immediate email notifications for" that relate to forum topics.  Once that is done you will get notifications about your post and/or replies.  We have already had a few posts to the page.  Thank you to those residents who have already added their thoughts.

Safety alert (10/22/23):  It has been brought to our attention that unlocked cars have been broken into in driveways in Whispering Woods.  We cannot be more emphatic that if it is necessary to have one of your vehicles parked outside that they be locked.  If you see any suspicious activity, please call the Twinsburg Police at 330-425-1234.  In addition, as we have recommended before, please keep your porch/garage exterior lights on overnight.  A well-lit neighborhood is a deterrent to this kind of illegal activity.

Pet waste (10/6/23):  Pet waste responsibility:  Good morning.  In the past we have asked (nicely) to make sure when you walk your dogs in Whispering Woods that you carry poop bags and use them. This includes your own yard, your neighbors' yards, and WW common property. Unfortunately, there are still a few folks who choose not to do the right thing to collect their pet waste each and every time.  The Management Company has received complaints about multiple routine incidents of pet waste left behind.

The Board of Directors last fall undertook an evaluation of the cost and services provided by our landscape contractor and elected to carve out and bid the weed/feed portion of our landscaping contract.  We requested separate quotes from other weed/feed contractors and opted to go with a company separate from Turfscape.  In doing so approximately $4000 was saved for the 2023 season.  We will evaluate the effectiveness of the new contractor throughout the season.

Predatory animal attacks(s) Feb 2, 2023
Good afternoon.  We have been advised by a Whispering Woods resident that a small animal of some type was attacked last night and destroyed.  It was in the treed common area behind the homes at the upper end of Bellaway and Oakbrook Circle.  In addition, another resident reported hearing sounds of another animal attack behind the homes along Bellaway whose rear of their properties face the detention basin.  We strongly recommend exercising extreme caution with your pets and yourselves, especially in the darker evening hours.  

As you are likely aware, there have been reports of coyotes roaming Summit County.  It is not known if that's what was behind these two incidents but again, we recommend exercising caution

Amendment update (2/7/22):  As you are aware, in the fall of 2020 five amendments were placed in front of homeowners for the purpose of amending certain declarations/covenants of our HOA.  To date three of them have passed and are in the process of being recorded with Summit County.  When that process is complete all residents will receive a hard copy of them and they will posted on our website.  Please refer any questions you may have to John Alvarez of Landis Management.

Streetlight outages (2/7/22):  The streetlights are the responsibility of First Energy, not the City or the HOA.  To report an outage in front of or near your home (or anywhere in Whispering Woods for that matter) please contact First Energy via the following link:  Report Lighting Problem (firstenergycorp.com).

Twinsburg City Emergency Information system:  FYI, if you're interested in signing up for the City's emergency network go to the City website for information.  Public Signup (alertsense.com)   You can get texts and phone calls, and/or emails as it relates to important emergency the City deems necessary for its citizens to know.

Neighborhood safety update (12/27):  A Lockwood Oval resident has advised John Alvarez, Landis Mgmt Property Manager, that twice in the past week they have had groceries taken from their front porch.  The resident has also contacted the police.  As we have previously recommended it would be great if the vast majority of WW residents would leave their porch lights on during the night.  While it would not deter all thieves it would certainly give them pause.  A well lit Whispering Woods is a safer Whispering Woods. Thanks to the resident who alerted John Alvarez on this matter.