Stratford Landing

SLCA ENTRANCE SIGNS PROJECT

PLEASE DONATE: Due to the generosity of neighbors, we raised enough funds to replace and install new wooden sign panels. However, we need your help again! Because of the wear and damage, we believe now is time to repoint the six pillars that hold the signs. The repointing process would include masons grinding out the existing mortar, replacing it, and sandblasting the brick faces. Other possible improvements include addition of new shrubs and plants, having the hedges trimmed with a long-term gardening contract, and non-permanent timed solar-powered lighting. See the March-April SLCA Newsletter for more information. To donate, please click/tap on the button below.

ORIGINAL POSTING:

To enhance the beauty of our community, the Stratford Landing Citizens Association (SLCA) is pleased to announce improvements to the entrance signs on Cavendish Drive, Wittington Boulevard, and Camden Street. Because this is a once-in-a-generation project, the SLCA is soliciting donations to fund the replacement and installation costs.

The existing signs were constructed by the original developer in or about 1960. After 60 years of service, the brick pillars are in need of repair, and the wooden signs need to be replaced due to their deteriorated condition. Over the past six months, the SLCA Board undertook a comprehensive analysis of signage options. They considered the use of different materials (specifically, metal, foam, and wood) and design elements (to include artistic renderings and sign shapes). The Board also considered the inclusion of particular verbiage ("Welcome to...") and information (such as the SLCA website). To determine the best course of action, the SLCA Board evaluated the entrance signs to neighboring communities, so our signage would be consistent with other signage in the surrounding area. In addition, the Board evaluated materials and options for their durability and appeal over time. 

The recommended course of action is to: 

1. Repair the brick pillars; 

2. Remove the existing wooden signs; and

3. Purchase and install new wooden signs on Cavendish Drive, Wittington Boulevard, and Camden Street. 

The existing signs were made of redwood, but the new signs will be made of cedar. The signs will be uniform in appearance: rectangular with a white border, with "Stratford Landing" in raised white lettering against a wood grain background. The Camden and Wittington signs will be approximately 86 inches wide by 30 inches high, and the Cavendish sign will be approximately 86 inches wide by 24 inches high (because the brick pillars on Cavendish are shorter than those on Camden and Wittington).

The total estimated cost of the project is $9,115. Matt Dunne, SLCA Vice President, presented the recommended course of action to the general membership on October 20, and it was unanimously approved. The general membership approved a $2,500 contribution from the Association, and SLCA Board members have already pledged $4,100. We are seeking additional donations to fund this project. If you wish to make a financial contribution please contact Celia Boertlein at cboertlein@aol.com to make arrangements.

We’d like to ask that all donations be made by November 20 so we can meet the project completion date of January 15. If you have any questions about the planned signage, please do not hesitate to contact Matt Dunne at mdunne@gmail.com.