Communicator
H.O.A. OFFICE
MONDAY - FRIDAY
8AM TO 4PM
732-458-3400
732-458-9274 (fax)
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All residents entering the clubhouse must sign in.
Face coverings and social distancing is strongly
encouraged if you are not fully vaccinated.
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THE CLUB HOUSE IS OPEN
*** RESIDENTS ONLY ***
7:00am to 11pm
Everyone entering the clubhouse must sign in
Face coverings and social distancing is strongly
encouraged if you are not fully vaccinated
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BRICK TWP WILL BEGIN ITS ANNUAL FALL LEAF COLLECTION THE WEEKS
BEGINNING NOV 22 AND DEC 27.
HAVE YOUR BAGGED LEAVES AT YOUR CURBSIDE BY 6AM OF THE FIRST DAY
OF YOUR COLLECTION WEEK. PLEASE PUT ONLY LEAVES IN THE BAGS -
NO TWIGS, BRANCHES OR DEBRIS
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CARE-RING OFFICE EQUIPMENT
Anyone that has borrowed equipment from the Care-Ring Office and is no longer
using it, please make arrangements to have it returned. This is especially true
of our transport wheelchairs.
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US POSTAL SERVICE
On October 1st the US Post Office implemented new service
standards that increase time in transit by 1 or 2 days for certain
first class mail, meaning it may take up to 5 days to deliver some
first class mail. The change to their delivery window, along with
the upcoming holiday rush, may affect how soon your mail arrives
at its destination.
Please take this into consideration when mailing your payments.
MONTHLY MAINTENANCE PAYMENTS
YOUR MAINTENANCE IS DUE ON THE 1ST OF THE MONTH
IF IT IS NOT POSTED TO YOUR ACCOUNT BY THE 10TH OF THE MONTH
(for whatever reason) YOU ARE SUBJECT TO A $5.00 LATE FEE
WE ENCOURAGE EVERYONE TO SET UP AUTO PAYMENT
CONTACT THE HOA OFFICE FOR DETAILS
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BAGELS & BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS
COME MEET WITH OUR FRIENDS FROM
WILLOW SPRINGS REHAB & HEALTHCARE CTR
CARDIAC CARE TEAM
WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 8th 9:30AM
ENJOY A BAGEL & COFFEE WHILE YOU RECEIVE A MONTHLY
BLOOD PRESSURE CHECK
THIS EVENT TAKES PLACE EVERY 2ND WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH
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SUPPORTING OUR VETERANS
Together with our local American Legion, VFW and DVA beginning in January
Greenbriar II will be hosting meetings to bring our vets together. Officers
from the local posts will attend to discuss available benefits & programs. If
you would be interested, please call Michelle in the
H.O.A. Office 732-458-3400
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U.S. MARINE'S TOYS FOR TOTS CAMPAIGN
Beginning Monday November 1st
Please bring new, unwrapped toys to the Clubhouse so that they
may be distributed to less fortunate children at Christmas by
our Marines. Donation boxes are located in the Club House
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"SEND A HERO HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS"
Please help the local Knights of Columbus pay for the
transportation costs of active duty military personnel to
return home for the Holidays. Please make checks payable
to "Knights of Columbus, Trenton Foundation" and include
"Send a Hero Home" in the memo area.
Money can be donated until Dec. 1st
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SANTA PAWS
THE H.O.A. Office wants to make sure that our local K-9 Officers
and their partners have a Happy Holiday. If you would like to
donate LARGE Milk Bone Biscuits, balls or other" Made in the US" toys
(suitable for LARGE dogs) please drop them off at the office or contact
Michelle 732-458-3400. Bags of Hershey Kisses are also needed for
the K-9's partners.
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HOLIDAY PARTY
Saturday, December 11th 6pm
TICKETS ARE SOLD OUT!!!
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SANTA IS COMING TO GB II
SUNDAY DECEMBER 12TH 12-2PM
Santa will be driving around the community
greeting Residents and Family members.
He will also be picking up gifts for Toys for Tots
If you would like him to make a special stop at your home,
please call Debbie DeSanto 973-202-0545
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Thursday, December 16th 2021 11:30am Clubhouse
"Combating the Epidemic of Loneliness in Seniors"
A luncheon/seminar sponsored by
Willow Springs Rehab & Healthcare Center
Please R.S.V.P. no later than Dec. 10th
Contact Michelle in the office 732-458-3400
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The December 27th Board Meeting
has been cancelled
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NEW YEAR'S BRUNCH
Saturday January 1st, 2022 11am to 1pm
Ticket Sales
November 22nd, 23rd, 29th & 30th
December 1st, 13th, 14th & 15th
$15.00 PER RESIDENT
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GREENBRIAR II COOKBOOK
ON SALE
COOKBOOK CONTAINES RECIPES FROM PAST AND PRESENT RESIDENTS
BOOKS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE H.O.A. OFFICE
$20.00
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CLUBHOUSE EVENT PLANNING
ANY GROUP OR COMMITTEE LOOKING TO SCHEDULE AN EVENT IN THE
CLUBHOUSE MUST FIRST CHECK THE DATE WITH THE H.O.A. OFFICE TO ENSURE
THAT THE SPACE IS AVAILABLE. THERE IS THEN A FORM THAT NEEDS TO BE
COMPLETED TO ENSURE THAT THE STAFF HAS ADEQUATE TIME TO
PROPERLY SET UP FOR THE FUNCTION
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CLUBHOUSE PARKING
ANY RESIDENT PARKING A VEHICLE IN THE CLUBHOUSE PARKING LOT
IS SUBJECT TO THE RULES AND REGULATIONS PERTAINING TO PARKING.
VEHICLES NOT REGISTERED WITH THE
H.O.A. OFFICE ARE SUBJECT TO TOWING AT THE OWNER'S EXPENSE
PLEASE CONTACT THE OFFICE A.S.A.P. & REGISTER YOUR VEHICLE
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BYLAWS & RULES & REGULATIONS
UPDATED COPIES ARE AVAILABLE ON LINE
AT GREENBRIAR2.COM OR IN THE H.O.A. OFFICE
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GREENBRIAR II BINGO
BINGO EVERY WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT THE CLUBHOUSE
CA$H PRIZE$
11 Games
Admission $2.00 for 4 games & additional games are $1.00
Doors open at 6pm for board purchase & games begin at 6:40 pm
RESIDENTS ONLY
R&A 50/50 winner announced at intermission
November 3rd Jack Pot Winner
Bobbi Ringel
November 10th Jack Pot Winner
Rod Ravaioli
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November 17th Jack Pot Winner
Nina Zamarra
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WEEKLY ACTIVITIES
Monday's
AEROBICS 10AM
Tuesday's
LINE DANCING 10AM
QUILTING 1PM
Wednesday's
LIFETIME FITNESS 10AM
KNITTING 10AM
BINGO 6PM
Thursday's
R & A MEETING
EVERY 3RD THURSDAY
10AM
CERAMICS 1PM
Friday's
LIFETIME FITNESS 10AM
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GB II BUS SCHEDULE
Tuesday's 10am
11/30 Stop & Shop
12/7 Monmouth Mall/Whole Foods
12/13 Christmas Tree Store/Brick Plaza
12/15 Ocean County Mall
12/20 Walmart
Friday's 10am
ShopRite/Brick Commons Shopping Center
Please call Clubhouse to reserve a seat
ALL TIMES AND LOCATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
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SPECIAL GBII 50/50
Contact Kathy LaPoint for details and tickets
732-475-6223
$20.00 per ticket (only 100 being sold)
1 winner will be called every Wednesday night during Bingo
for 4 weeks
Total possible winnings $1000 !!!!!
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 1ST NOVEMBER WINNER !!!!!
CAROL MALONEY
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2ND WINNER !!!!!
YVONNE & SAL GROSSO
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 3RD WINNER !!!!!
CAMILLE RAVAIOLI
ROBERT LEACH
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DRIVEWAY SNOW PLOWING
THE ASSOCIATION DOES NOT BEGIN TO CLEAR YOUR DRIVEWAY, SERVICE WALK & SIDEWALK
UNTIL THE TWP HAS PLOWED THE STREETS & IT HAS STOPPED SNOWING.
*YOUR DRIVEWAY IS CLEARED 9 FT ACROSS BY A PLOW - IT IS NOT MANUALLY SHOVELED
*WE DO NOT CLEAN OFF YOUR CAR
* WE DO NOT DIG OUT YOUR CAR
*WE DO NOT PROVIDE ADDITIONAL SHOVELING TO ACCOMODATE FOR
OVERSIZED VEHICLES
*CONTRACTOR & THE ASSSOCIATION ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY
DAMAGE TO PAVER DRIVEWAYS/WALKWAYS. IT IS THE HOMEOWNER'S RESPONSIBILITY
TO MARK THEM OUT. FLAGS OR SNOW STAKES ARE AVAILABLE AT THE LOCAL
HOME IMPROVEMENT STORE TO ALERT PLOW DRIVERS NOT TO PLOW YOUR DRIVEWAY
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LAWN AND GARDEN CARE
ALL BRANCHES AND TWIGS MUST BE
CLEANED UP FROM AROUND YOUR PROPERTY. THIS IS THE RESPONSIBILTY OF THE
HOME OWNER. THIS ALLOWS THE LAWN MOVERS TO PASS SAFELY.
BRICK PUBLIC WORKS OFFERS ON-DEMAND COLLECTION OF BRUSH. YOU
MUST CALL 732-451-4060 TO SCHEDULE A COLLECTION
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Please do not put garden debris out
***it will not be picked up by the HOA!!***
BRICK TWP PUBLIC WORKS OFFERS ON-DEMAND COLLECTION OF
BRUSH, METAL AND BULK ITEMS. YOU MUST CALL 732-451-4060 TO
SCHEDULE COLLECTION.
TREE TRIMMINGS, HEDGE CLIPPINGS AND SIMILAR MATERIALS MUST
BE CUT TO A LENGTH NOT TO EXCEED 4 FEET AND MUST BE TIED IN
BUNDLES NO GREATER
THEN 2 FEET THICK FOR COLLECTION
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ANY CLIPPINGS, TRIMMMINGS, DIRT, ECT. MUST BE PROPERLY DISPOSED OF
PLEASE DO NOT DISGARD IT IN THE COMMON AREAS
GROUNDS REMINDER !!!!
THE 3 FOOT PERIMETER AND ANY TREES IN FRONT OF
YOUR HOUSE ARE YOUR RESPONSIBILITY. IT'S A
GOOD TIME TO GET OUT THERE AND KEEP YOUR
PROPERTY NEAT. BY KEEPING THE AREA AROUND
YOUR HOME FREE OF TWIGS AND BRANCHES IT
ENSURES THAT THE LAWN COMPANY CAN
MOW THE GRASS.
THE BUFFER ZONE OF APPROXIMATELY 3 FEET AROUND THE
EXTERIOR OF THE ENTIRE HOUSE MUST BE KEPT FREE OF GRASS THAT
REQUIRES MOWING TO AVOID THE POSSIBILITY OF DAMAGE BY LAWN
MOWER EQUIPMENT. FAILIURE TO MAINTAIN A BUFFER ZONE
WILL RELIEVE THE ASSOCIATION OF ANY LIABILITY FOR DAMAGE
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ALL LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION ISSUES
MUST BE CALLED INTO THE HOA OFFICE SO THAT A WORK ORDER
FOR THE APPROPRIATE VENDOR MAY BE ISSUED. THE WORKERS ON THE
PROPERTY WILL NOT BE ABLE TO ASSIST YOU.
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PROPERTY TAX DEDUCTION CLAIM FOR VETERANS OR
SURVIVING SPOUSE
Forms are available in the H.O.A. office to receive a $250.00 property tax deduction.
. They need to be completed and then returned to the Brick Twp. Tax Assessor Office.
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TOWNSHIP OF BRICK E- SERVICE PORTAL
This service on the Brick Township Web Site has been established to direct residents concerns
and requests for services to the appropriate department in a more efficient manner. Simply take
a few moments to become a registered user and you will have the ability to report
potholes, road flooding, litter, suspected code violations and more as well as
to request services. The E-Service Portal is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year meaning
contact with Brick Township is only a a few clicks away.
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COMCAST/XFINITY
IF YOU ARE A COMCAST/XFINITY CUSTOMER AND YOUR SERVICE
GOES OUT (FOR ANY REASON) YOU MUST CALL COMACST
AND REPORT THE OUTAGE TO THEM.
As a reminder to everyone at Greenbriar II:
If you have any questions in regards to service or special offers on mobile services
please call our community representative
Steve Contreras
908-481-7559
Xfinity Mobile is currently offering special deals on mobile phone services
UNLIMITED TALK AND TEXT WITH DATA PLAN
DEAL GOOD TO 12/22
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E MAIL ADDRESSES
As an additional way to reach out to our residents we are asking for everyone to provide
the H.O.A. Office with an email address. Please call so that we may update your file
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Bicycle Safety
When riding your bike in the community, please be aware of those around you. Many of our residents enjoy walking and
there have been reports to the H.O.A. Office that cyclists riding on the sidewalk have nearly collided with them.
We ask that everyone be courteous and safety conscious. Bicycling in New Jersey is regulated under Title 39 of the
Motor Vehicles and Traffic Regulations laws. For more New Jersey laws on bicycling,
please visit NJ DOT's Bicycling Regulations page.
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IMPORTANT REMINDER
THE ROADS THROUGHOUT OUR COMMUNITY ARE MUNICIPAL ROADS
AND HAVE A POSTED SPEED LIMIT OF 30 MPH
The HOA office has been receiving an increased number of complaints about vehicles
that are speeding. Please drive with care. We have many residents who enjoy walking
and many who are out and about with their dogs.
Speeding endangers everyone on the road. We all know the frustrations of modern
life and juggling a busy schedule, but speed limits are put in place to protect everyone
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BRIAR II NEWS
CAN BE VIEWED ONLINE AT:
seniorpub.com/papers/briar_2.pdf
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BRICK TOWNSHIP SENIOR SHUTTLE
THE SENIOR SHUTTLE PROVIDES FREE TRANSPORTATION TO RESIDENTS AGES 60 AND OVER
Monday through Thursday - transportation to and from Brick Twp shopping centers
Last Friday of each month - Ocean County Mall
ANYONE WISHING TO UTILIZE THIS SERVICE SHOULD CALL 732-920-8686. YOU NEED TO REGISTER
AND ADVANCE NOTICE TO REQUEST A RIDE IS NEEDED. RESIDENTS ARE SCHEDULED ON A FIRST-COME,
FIRST-SERVED BASIS.
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MEDICARE OPEN ENROLLMENT
October 15th - December 7
Medicare plans change annually and it is important that beneficiaries
take this opportunity to make sure their existing plan is still affordable
and meets their health care needs.
The Ocean County Office of Senior Services is currently taking appointments.
For more info or to schedule an appointment, please contact their office
732-929-2091
SENIOR SERVICES
The offices of Senior Services of Brick will be relocating to the Brick Twp Civic Plaza, 270 Chambers Bridge Rd.
and will remain there until the old volunteer EMS building located
at 500 Aurora Place is ready. The Senior Services staff will be at the office temporarily until the new
senior center is ready for use. The office is open Mon - Fri 8:30-4:30 and will be used for
all outreach services.
Activities, classes and events for Senior Services will continue to be at the VFW Post 8867 building
at 373 Adamston Road for the time being
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THE SENIOR SERVICES OUTREACH STAFF IS AVAILABLE TO HELP WITH APPLICATIONS FOR :
PTR, SENIOR GOLD, PAAD, HOME ENERGY ASST & MEALS ON WHEELS
CALL FOR FURTHER INFORMATION
732-920-8686
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**COMMUNITY CONCERNS**
THE HOA OFFICE HAS BEEN RECEIVING REPORTS REGARDING
OUR FOUR LEGGED FRIENDS !!!
* WHEN WALKING YOUR DOGS, YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR CLEANING UP AFTER THEM. YOU
SHARE THE WALKS AND COMMON AREAS WITH YOUR NEIGHBORS AND PLEASE DO NOT USE
YOUR NEIGHBOR'S TRASH CANS TO DISPOSE OF YOUR PET'S WASTE.
THESE RULES ARE IN PLACE TO PROTECT YOUR DOGS, AS WELL AS THE COMMUNITY. OUR HOMES ARE CLOSE
TOGETHER AND EVERYONE SHOULD BE ABLE TO ENJOY THEIR YARDS AND COMMON AREAS. WE ALSO
HAVE NEIGHBORS THAT ARE UNCOMFORTABLE AROUND ANIMALS, SO PLEASE BE A GOOD NEIGHBOR AND KEEP
OUR COMUNITY SAFE AND CLEAN.
AS PET OWNERS IN GBII, YOU MUST COMPLY WITH THE GREENBRIAR II HOA RULES AND REGULATIONS
ARTICLE IX, SECTIONS 9
9.1, 9.1.1, 9.1.2, 9.1.3, 9.1.4
DOG WALKERS
MANY RESIDENTS HAVE REPORTED ISSUES WITH YELLOWING AND DEAD GRASS AS
THE RESULT OF DOG URINE. PLEASE BE MINDFUL WHEN WALKING YOUR DOGS AND
THE AREAS THEY RELIEVE THEMSELVES ON. OUR RESIDENTS WORK VERY HARD
ON MAINTAINING THEIR PROPERTY
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ARCHITECTURAL COMMITTEE
MEETS TUESDAY MORNING - COMPLETED APPLICATIONS NEED TO BE
RECEIVED IN THE HOA OFFICE NO LATER THAN
MONDAY AT 3:30 TO BE REVIEWED THAT WEEK
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CARE-RING HAS EQUIPMENT THAT
RESIDENTS MAY BORROW..... CALL
ED PETERSEN 732-475-6468
ANNE LEAHY 732-836-3288
BILL PHILIPSON 732-714-6735
CARE-RING HAS THE OPPORTUNITY TO AID OUR
GB II VETERANS AND FAMILY MEMBERS WITH
ELECTRIC SCOOTERS PROVIDED BY
VFW POST 2179.
FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL
ANNE LEAHY 908-499-0645.
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FOOD DONATIONS
ARE BEING TAKEN FOR LESS FORTUNATE INDIVIDUALS.
NEW, UN-OPENED, NON-PERISHABLE FOOD CAN BE LEFT IN THE CLUBHOUSE
PLEASE BE SURE THAT PACKAGES ARE SEALED AND EXPIRATION DATES
ARE CURRENT
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SUPPORT OUR TROOPS
FOR OUR MILITARY MEN & WOMEN OVERSEAS
WE ARE COLLECTING NEEDED PRODUCTS.
THESE ITEMS WILL BE GIVEN TO THE VFW 1838
WOMEN'S AUXILLARY FOR DISTRIBUTION.
A BASKET HAS BEEN SET UP IN THE CLUBHOUSE
ALONG WITH A COMPLETE LIST OF THE PRODUCTS
THAT ARE NEEDED.
WE THANK YOU IN ADVANCE FOR YOUR SUPPORT.
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MARION SECURITY 732-600-0999
MARION SECURITY IS HERE IN THE COMMUNITY
AS A DETERRENT - NOT TO TAKE THE PLACE OF THE
BRICK POLICE. IF YOU ARE IN DANGER OR SEE
SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY CALL 911
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THE BRICK POLICE TIP LINE
732-920-6258
The Brick Police encourages residents to provide tips that will help Law Enforcement
authorities do the jobs.
Quality of Life is important to the Brick Police Dept. If you know of a quality of life problem
or have issue/concern within Brick Twp. and would like to have a Community Policing
Officer investigate the issue, please go to
www.brickpd.com/contact-us/quality-of-life-neighborhood-concern-form/
You may also submit your complaint by calling the Community Policing Office at (732) 262-1140
Examples of Quality of Life /Neighborhood concerns:
barking dogs, vehicle speeding & parking complaints, loud noise or any ongoing nuisance
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