Plans for upcoming events were discussed first. The annual yard sale was set for May 4. Maps will be given to Block Captains along with flyers to help them remind homeowners that dues are to be paid. We will have a new banner for the yard sale that Kim will pick up.

The Board asked Secretary, Tom Hall, to add Block Captains to the MSCA web site, to show the address ranges and street names for which they are responsible.

Landscaping proposals were reviewed. The Board discussed whether we would be willing to accept a discounted offer if it meant displaying a sign advertising the landscaping company. The decision was that a permanent sign was not desirable, but the normal temporary sort of signs could be used. A similar proposal to discount the cost of new entry signs was discussed as well, but deferred for further investigation. Several Board members would like to pursue signs at Montrose Road and Whites Ford Way. The decision was made to contract for landscaping, including mulching and replanting several areas. A new Improvements Chair, Bill Baruffi, was approved by the Board, which also thanked our outgoing Chair, Josh Carin.

President Bob Gross reported on conversations with county officials on improvements to Seven Locks Road. Work has been scheduled to improve the corners at Seven Locks Road and Postoak Road, as well as at Gainsborough Road. Existing holes caused by traffic cutting the corner will be filled, a retaining wall will be built and the bus stop and sidewalk will be improved.

Lastly, the Board discussed the scheduled Annual Meeting of MSCA. It will be held June 2, 2003 in the multipurpose room of Beverly Farms Elementary School. Kim Ford will arrange the room reservations. Treasurer David Grossman volunteered to call local elected representatives who may be willing to speak at the event.