Emergency Services Chair Flo Hoylman has a limited supply of free COVID-19 rapid antigen tests. If you suspect you may have been exposed to COVID, are symptomatic, or have a pressing need such as emergency travel plans, contact Flo and she will be happy to deliver a test kit to...
The departure of Floating Homes Association Administrative Coordinator Linda Sempliner leaves the FHA looking for an experienced bookkeeper to take on the role of treasurer. The FHA Board hopes to find a qualified volunteer but is willing to consider contracting with a professional on an interim basis until a volunteer...
The FHA board unanimously accepted the slate of nominees for dock rep and alternates from each participating dock at the November board meeting. Dock reps bring your dock’s concerns to the attention of the FHA Board of Directors and communicate board actions back to your dock. Get to know them;...
Two of our community’s most active members, Ted and Linda Sempliner, are leaving their East Pier home to move closer to family in Ohio. During their three decades here, they’ve made innumerable contributions to the Floating Homes Association that benefitted the community as a whole. The couple met while Ted...
This month marks the 30th anniversary of the founding of Remington Dog Park, just across Bridgeway from the floating homes community. The park owes its existence to Dianne Chute, an insurance broker who provided coverage for many floating homes, and who was devoted to her golden retriever, Remington. Addressing an...
Forecasts of heavy rains on Sunday have forced the FHA to postpone its Day in the Park celebration until spring. Come one, come all—the Floating Homes Association (FHA) free Day in the Park, this Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m, will showcase four musical groups and other entertainment, delicious...
The Floating Homes Association’s October 24 Day in the Park is shaping up to be another memorable all-dock extravaganza. Here are some preliminary features of this free event, which will run from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. that Sunday: Sterling Johnson, the popular Bubble Guy from years past, will make...
The once–annual Day in the Park celebration is back on again, and the Floating Homes Association needs help to present a full day of fun for young and old alike. The plan is to feature free food, live music, games, informational exhibits, and other attractions. We’ll gather in the new...
TheRE was no quorum at the September 14 FHA Board meeting. Here are some of the items that were discussed. More details will be reported later in the Floating Times FHA Treasurer Teddie Hathaway reported that the Association had almost $74,000 cash on hand at the end of August, compared...
Are you ready to take effective, measurable climate action and help build disaster–resilient communities? Join a Climate Action Team by signing up to participate in a free five–session virtual workshop presented by Resilient Neighborhoods. Whether you’ve done a little or a lot already, there are over 100 actions to choose...