President’s Letter

By Bill Graff | Email

Welcome to Summer!!!  As you can see, we are open for business!  The pool is ready to go, the courts are busy, and the lake is hopping, now sans the carp, let the fishing begin!  None of this would happen if it were not for the committed board members, and their various committees, all working in one direction, to keep FP the best neighborhood in Barrington. In that same direction, I need to ask for continued help from volunteers on behalf of our summer social calendar and keep it moving forward. We have had several volunteers come to help with planning so many of our events this year, but we still have a few that need your help.  Specifically, the Camp Out, 4th of July Pool Games, and Movie Nights on the Tennis Courts still need some help to plan, so think about jumping in and helping to plan these events to make Summer 2024 the best!  Lots is going on in other areas of the neighborhood, so be sure to look at the board reports in this newsletter for those important updates.  Enjoy Memorial Day and here is to have a fun summer for us all!

Secretary’s Report

By Lindsay Keenan | Email

Last call to modify your information in the Fox Point 2024 Directory.  Please send an email to secretary@foxpoint.org if your contact information has changed, needs to be corrected or if you have recently moved to Fox Point and you would like to be included in the 2024 directory. 

Thank you!

Social

By Jeana Garms | Email

Fox Point Summer Movie Nights

Keep an eye on your email and our social channels for more information coming soon.

Social Committee Sign-up

Do you and your family enjoy the various events that make Fox Point the community we know and love? Then we need you!

In order for the continuation of the events we have come to expect, we need volunteers to take part in committees responsible for planning and executing each event. Committees will work with the Fox Point Social chair who will provide an event planning template and guidance throughout the process.

Grab your favorite neighbors and sign up for one of the planning committees today! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0949AEA92AA3F4C43-48184908-foxpoint

2024 activities in need of planning committees:

• 4th of July Games
• Summer Camp Out
• Progressive Dinner – 2 out of 3 spots filled
• Fox Point Santa Visits

Have an idea for an event or activity? Email social@foxpoint.org.

Civics

By Lisa Brooks | Email

New Neighbor Welcome Party: The Fox Point Board and Welcome Committee are hosting a party for new residents on Sunday, June 9 from 2:30 to 4:00 at the pool. If you moved in over the last year or received an invitation by mail, please RSVP to Civic@foxpoint.org or Guinchedi@live.com by June 5th. All homeowners are welcome to stop by and join us in welcoming our new neighbors.

Website and Newsletter Updates: Please check out our website at foxpoint.org for a calendar of the Summer 2024 Events. Save these dates so you don’t miss out on the fun! The page will be updated as events are added.

We will be printing a limited number of newsletters this summer that can be picked up at the pool house. Please only take if you are unable or do not receive the newsletter by email. To opt in to receive the newsletter by email: Under the News tab on the FP website, put your email address in the “Subscribe” area.

Architecture Report

By Andrew Schwarz | Email

In May, our HOA went under contract with an experienced vendor to install a steel seawall at our community shoreline.

Over the next several weeks, our installer will be engaging the appropriate regulatory bodies to acquire permits for the work.  The Board will be engaged in this process and has aligned with our vendor to install the seawall at the highest possible elevation given all available and discernable data.  The primary goal of this work is to elevate the land, reduce flooding, and increase the comfort/usability of the shoreline.

There will be two sections of seawall; one from the spillway to the north end of the boat access, then a smaller ~10ft section ~ from the boat access to the end of the lot on the south.  Following the completion of the seawall, the land will be filled and graded to match the existing area.  The current asphalt boat access ramp is expected to be replaced and enhanced when the Board elects to remove and/or replace the existing access at the Boat Landings area.  At this time there are no further planned improvements to this area.  To remain in the loop on any long-term plans to revitalize this area, please add your contact info here.

Thank you to the many homeowners who have followed the HOA Architectural approval process this spring.  As always, please ensure you are communicating with your neighbors on any planned alterations to the exterior of your home and reach out if you have questions on whether your project must be reviewed by the Board.  Enjoy the start to your summer!

Lake Report

By Steven Kipferl | Email

Calling all volunteers!!! The Lake committee needs your help this summer! We are looking for volunteers to help with several events at the lake.  The only way we can make these events special is with your help!

The annual fishing derby has been moved to July this year. The date will be announced shortly and appear in the July newsletter as well. We need several volunteers who are interested in helping coordinate events and assist in weigh-ins, prize duty, and registration. If you would like to volunteer a few hours of time to help with a great event, please reach out to lake@foxpoint.org. Teen volunteers are welcome as well.

The boat rack will be made digital this year for the first time ever! In the May meeting, the HOA board approved the use of the Omnify system for tracking and payment. Omnify payment should be sent out next week via email. If you have registered please watch for the email from Omnify. We need volunteers who are willing and able to help move old boats off the rack. If interested, contact the lake chair via the email below. We will be removing boats that have not been accounted for off of the rack. Owners who wish to stay on the rack please reach out to lake@foxpoint.org if you have not done so already. Thanks to those who have responded. I have you on the list. We are still waiting on quite a few responses. Boats that have not been accounted for will be removed from the rack and owners will have until JULY 1 to dispose of the boats or contact lake@foxpoint.org to register. The remaining boats after July 1 are going to be disposed of or given away.

Reminder on rules at the boat rack:

• All boats are to remain locked when on the rack.
• The rack consists of private boats. Please tell your children or teens to request permission before using a neighbor’s boat.
• When finished with your boats, please return them to the rack. Do not leave your boat on the shore. Boats left on the shore will be moved to the end of the rack. Boats moved multiple times by the committee are subject to loss of boat rack spot without refund.

Lake health is excellent and all levels are within swimmable levels. The lake is as clean as it has been in the last 15-20 years. Come and check it out!

Fishing has been excellent with anglers landing striped bass, northern pike, largemouth bass, panfish of all varieties, channel catfish, and carp.

Carp removal was tremendously successful this year with Lake County shocking and removing an estimated 4500 lbs. of carp from the lake. They will return as part of a 3-year lake survey for the next two springs for further mitigation, in conjunction with the installation of the carp barrier at the dam this fall. This partnership with the county is a tremendous cost savings to the HOA and we are getting an estimated 75% discount as a result!

If you would like to join the lake committee, please contact the lake chair at the email listed above. If you are interested in participating in the committee meetings please join the Google Meet below. All are welcome! Lake committee meetings are on the 2nd Monday of the month at 8 pm via Google Meet.

June Lake committee meeting

Monday, Jun 10 · 8–9 PM

Google Meet joining info

Video call link: https://meet.google.com/gjo-opsr-ebc

Or dial: +1 302-440-5659 PIN: 764775209

More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/gjo-opsr-ebc?pin=7121034514918

Pool Report

By Chris Chang | Email

The pool opened Memorial Day weekend which makes it officially summer here in Fox Point.  There is a lot going on at the pool this summer so please take a look at all of the programs, rules, and Omnify use.

Programs

Swim Team – starts June 3rd.  Home meets on 6/13, 6/20, and 7/2, and the club championships on 7/13.  The pool will be closed to general resident swimming during these events. 

Water Polo – starts June 4th.  Practices on Tuesdays 6:30 pm-7:30 pm and Fridays 12:00 pm-1:00 pm.  The dive well will be closed during practice times, but the remainder of the pool will remain open for general resident swim.  On 7/3, there will be a water polo match and the pool will close for the event at 6:00 pm.

Swim Lessons – starts June 3rd.  Lessons will run 6 weeks parallel to the swim team schedule. Registration will remain open through June.  3 lesson options are available; MWF, TH, and Saturdays.  Register at foxpoint.getomnify.com.

Masters Swim – started May 28 and runs every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 6:00 am-7:30 am for the entire summer. Open to all residents.

Pool Management and Rules

This summer we have a new pool management company running our daily operations.  They have agreed to follow the Fox Point Pool rules and guidelines.  You can find a copy of the 2024 pool rules and guidelines here. 

There is one change from last year, which involves the requirement for all people in the pool, adults and children, to exit the pool during hourly breaks. The change is due to how the Fair Housing Act of 1988 has been interpreted by the courts in recent years to prevent discrimination against children for any reason except for safety. HOAs are governed by the Fair Housing Act of 1988 and Courts have ruled that prohibiting minors age 14 or older is not a proper safety rule.  Therefore, we have updated our rules and procedures to be in compliance with federal laws and the Court’s interpretation of the law.

Omnify

Omnify is Fox Point’s online resident platform we use to control access to our pool for check-ins and to purchase services.  First, set up your profile, only 1 per household/address, and then add your family members (children, parents, grandparents, grandchildren, nannies, babysitters) so they can be checked in and not charged the $5 guest fee.  NEW THIS YEAR – please add your own selfie photos to your profiles so we can ensure we maintain identity and access to only Fox Point residents.  Unsupervised children who are 14 and over or who have passed the swim test are required to have a photo attached to their name in Omnify.

Go to foxpoint.getomnify.com to create or update your profile.  From there you will be able to:

• Add family members and your pictures – View Profile
• Reserve an awning – $25 rental fee – Schedules
• Register for child swim lessons – Subscriptions
• Note – guest fees are recorded at check-in and are not purchased in advance

Tennis Report

By Taylor Shanfeld | Email

Youth tennis lessons begin soon! Lessons are taught by the staff of the Barrington Area Tennis Association (BATA), a community not-for-profit association created to promote the development of tennis as a means of healthful recreation and fitness for Barrington area residents. BATA is a member organization of the United States Tennis Association and follows the USTA guidelines for youth instruction.

Lessons are $100 for 6 one-hour lessons with the option of Monday or Wednesday afternoons. You are welcome to sign up for one or both days of the week. Players will be divided by skill level! Sign-up links here:

Mondays June 10-July 22 (no class July 1)

Ages 11-14   2-3 pm https://playtennis.usta.com/barringtonareatennisassociation/Coaching/Book/2d7f36f9-6779-41fb-abf4-9fbe3761a15f

Ages 5-10     3-4 pm https://playtennis.usta.com/barringtonareatennisassociation/BookCourse/28564c7b-55cf-479b-8f92-3f871f68a5a6

Wednesdays, June 12-July 24 (no class July 3)

Ages 11-14   2-3 pm https://playtennis.usta.com/barringtonareatennisassociation/Coaching/Book/56afa46b-4327-4b27-9c4f-e5bf1896ef96

Ages 5-10     3-4 pm https://playtennis.usta.com/barringtonareatennisassociation/Coaching/Book/78843c49-df5c-45fe-90bc-2aee166c2556

If you are interested in pickleball open play, please join the Fox Point Picklers group on the app TeamReach! We currently have open play times set on Wednesday evenings from 5-6 pm and Friday mornings from 9-10 am. Please RSVP on the date in the app if you are able to attend!

Instructions:

Install TeamReach on iPhone: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/teamreach-team-management/id1101253705

Install TeamReach on Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.teamreach.app

Enter code: DINKFP

Still searching for adult tennis and pickleball lesson provider(s). Please reach out if you know someone who may qualify!

If you are interested in helping plan FP tennis and/or pickleball events please contact tennis@foxpoint.org!