Presidents Early Summer - 2025
Dear Beach Members,
We have a wonderful season planned, full of activities and opportunities to come together and celebrate the beauty of our beach and the strength of our community.
Let's remember to be kind to one another, offering support and compassion as we navigate through these times. Together, we can make this summer one of the best yet. You can reach me via email at gretchenlunsford@hotmail.com or cell phone/text 860-922-4941. (Reminder - I work full-time and will reply ASAP).
Association Meetings: Matters of importance to all homeowners are discussed and voted upon at these meetings.
- Spring Meeting: Sunday, June 8, 10:15 AM - Location: Meyer White Memorial driveway, 16 Lilac
- Summer Meeting: Sunday, August 24, 10:15 AM - Location: Meyer White Memorial driveway, 16 Lilac Rd
Social Events:
Friday, July 4th - Breakfast on the Beach and Parade
Saturday, July 5th – Tye Dye and Pie Eating
Saturday, July 26th – IVB Beach Party featuring Old World Pizza Truck and Kate Thompson Band
August 2nd Movie on Beach– Weather permitting
August 16th Caribbean Sunset Party – Rain Date Aug 17
😎Association Officers and Executive Board Members: Current Officers:President – Gretchen Lunsford
Vice-President – Tony Cozza
Secretary - Deb Delldonna
Treasurer & Tax Collector – Jim Delldonna
Executive Board: Joe Marino, Steve Smith, Lynn Abraham, Jeff Plocharczyk, Ed Hartman, Mary Polchaninoff, Joanne Arlotta, Brian ClampettWe are always looking for new people to become involved in our Association. If you are interested in becoming an Officer, or Board Member, or in participating on any of our committees (e.g., Social Committee, Beach Committee), please contact Lynn Abraham (the chair of the Nominating Committee) It’s a great way to get to know your neighbors.
🐠 Beach Information:
🚨Guidelines for leaving chairs on the beach: Only 2 chairs per household with name clearly written. Chairs may only be kept in the designated area by the fence.
Chairs only - (No Umbrellas, toys, or other beach items)
Locking chairs together is permitted but not to the fence or to other families' chairs.
Leaving chairs is at the owner's risk - IVBA does not assume responsibility for any damaged or stolen chairs.
🐚Additional Beach Info: Dogs are NOT allowed on the beach
Please continue to use your Orange IVB Tags unless you are leaving your chairs on the beach (We do not want those being taken by non-members)
Please take ALL trash from the beach. (We do not have garbage cans there since people were using them for dog bags and household garbage)
If you are storing a paddle board or kayak on the beach:
It must be no longer than 12’ and only in the designated area on the east side of the fence.
The Association Property owner's name and Coast Guard label must be visible. These will be available at the annual meeting
🏠If you Rent. . . You are reminded that Section 7 of our By-laws prohibits renting for periods of less than two weeks at a time. Violators are subject to a fine by the Executive Board. Also, please post the IVBA rules in a conspicuous place (e.g., on the refrigerator) for your renters. A copy of the current Association Rules is available on our website www.islandviewbeach.org
🎗Please remember: Owners are accountable for the behavior of their tenants.⚒️ If You Plan Home Repairs/Projects. . .Please be considerate of your neighbors when scheduling during the summer. No major exterior work is permitted during July or August
.📧If your E-Mail Address Changes...Email is our main communication with members about Association matters. It is important that we have your current, preferred email address. If you change your email address, please contact Gretchen Lunsford.
I wish you an enjoyable and safe summer!