FCHOA NEWS
 
WHAT DO YOU THINK ABOUT YOUR HOA?
A few minutes for your thoughts will help build a stronger Ford's Colony! In Ken Spencer’s September 3, 2026 email, the Ford’s Colony Homeowners Association Board of Directors asked for your input to the Annual HOA Residents' Satisfaction Survey. 

 

Note that survey invitations have been sent to all for whom email addresses are available. All people receiving an invitation, even multiple adult residents from the same household, are encouraged to respond by September 28, 2026. Your input is both needed and valued. Individual responses will be confidential!

 

Thank you for your input - it will make our community better.

FCHOA Board of Directors

 

Note:  Please send questions or comments to: Boardsurvey@FCHOA.net

 

 

It’s time for our annual yard sale! Vendor sign up begins now and will be open until space is filled. The first 10 people to register will be provided with one 8’ table. All other sellers must bring their own equivalent sized table. (Chairs are provided.) Vendor set-up is from 2 to 3 p.m.

 

To confirm your reservation, you MUST drop off a check for $30 in an envelope, addressed and made payable to Phyllis Eastman, with your name, mailing address, and phone number at the John Pott Guardhouse. This information is required in order to participate. Please ask for your sign-up number when dropping off your envelope so you will know if you need to bring a table. Payment is non-refundable. A handout on the day of the Yard Sale will indicate your table location.

If you need more information contact Phyllis Eastman at reastman2003@verizon.net or 757-810-5490.

 

ON THE CAMPAIGN TRAIL
Candidates in an upcoming election are permitted in Ford’s Colony as long as certain requirements are followed. Please see the attachment of the Solicitation and Election Policy for more details. Anyone who is concerned that there are activities inconsistent with this policy should contact Security at 757-258-4080 so that the issue can be addressed. Please remember our community's commitment to civil behavior year round.

 
Update - TOMORROW'S GFL PICKUP IS RECYCLING
Please email rvawphoasupport@gflenv.com or call 804-843-9288 for the HOA Contract division of GFL. Additionally, you can click on the "TRASH and RECYCLING" link in the REFERENCE section at the end of every What's Happening In Ford's Colony email to find all of the information regarding the trash and recycling services.

 

 

New - CAREGIVER'S SUPPORT GROUP
Many Ford’s Colony residents are caregivers for loved ones in their homes and in their community. This role, while necessary and admirable, can be isolating and exhausting physically and emotionally. Coming together with others who share your experience, while not minimizing your responsibilities, may provide you respite. 

 

GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP
Have you recently lost a loved one or lifelong partner? Are you struggling to determine what your “new normal” will be and how to move forward? You are not alone. Come together with other members of the Ford’s Colony community who are also experiencing a sense of loss.  

 

Both groups will be facilitated by Marie Phillips, a licensed professional counselor. Meetings will be held on Wednesdays in the S&T Club for eleven weeks beginning October 7. The Grief Support Group will meet at 10 to 11 a.m. and the Caregiver Support Group will meet at 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Space is limited to 10-12 participants for each group, so please contact Marie Phillips at 609-206-2343 or mariephillips88@gmail.com to reserve your spot.

 

New - FORD'S COLONY MIXED BOWLING LEAGUE
Come bowl with us! All skill levels are welcome, and the full handicap format helps level the playing field for everyone. League play is held on Monday or Tuesday afternoons, and the season runs from the last week in October through the last week of March. If you’re interested in signing up, or just want more information, contact Roy at fcmondaybowling@gmail.com for the Monday league, Sharon at fctuesdaybowling@gmail.com for the Tuesday league, or Jennifer at jkm0306@gmail.com for general inquiries.

 

There is also an organization meeting on Tuesday, October 6 at 12:30 p.m. at the S&T Club (NOT October 7 as was incorrectly mentioned in the flyer in the September Talk of the Colony). Following the meeting will be 2-hours of free bowling at Bowlero on Olde Towne Road. Sign up deadline is October 1.

 

TAKE ME OUT TO THE BALL FIELD
The Ford’s Colony Softball Club kicked off a new season of pickup games over the weekend, but it's not too late to join the fun. Show up at Big Al Field in Westbury Park any future Saturday to join that week's pickup game. Games are at 10 a.m. with warm-ups and team assignments starting at 9:15 a.m. All ages and skill levels invited. Contact Ed Schneider at softballfordscolony@gmail.com with any questions or to be added to the weekly mailing list. 

 

Join the Green Roundtable informal discussion to understand more about our carbon footprint. We can all identify actions both the HOA and residents can take to minimize greenhouse gas emissions.
 

 

 

For a fun way to support a great cause, register here for the 5K or One Mile Fun Run. Can't make it that day? There's a Virtual 5K Run/Walk or One Mile Fun Run. You can also donate an amount of your choice. All proceeds benefit The Arc’s mission to improve the quality of life for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in our community. Please see the attached flyer or contact Ford's Colony resident Terry Weisz at tmweisz@yahoo.com.

 

This is a free CPR class including instructions on how to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Please RSVP by 9/25 using this link: Heart Saver Hands on CPR/AED Training
 

FORD’S COLONY COUNTRY CLUB EVENTS
fordscolonycc.com 

 
SAVE THE DATES
Events listed here are open to all Ford's Colony residents and property owners. For more information on future events, click here.

A calendar view of events scheduled for this month is available by viewing the "EVENTS IN FORDS COLONY" attachment to this message.

 

 

 

 

In-person Board of Directors and Standing Committee meetings are open to all HOA members and also available virtually. To obtain the virtual call-in number, contact Community Services at communityservices@fchoa.net, or call 757-258-4230.

 

 

TRASH and RECYCLING services information.

 

YOUTH AT YOUR SERVICE login to your Portal to access the listing of young people offering services, at a fee (dog walking, tutoring, yard work, and more). Available to print anytime in the "G - YOUTH AT YOUR SERVICE and CLUB MEMBER LISTS" folder.

 

FAQs frequently asked questions about the Ford's Colony Homeowners Association.

 

COMMUNITY CONTACTS a printable listing of contact information for local utilities, emergency medical facilities, FCHOA contacts, country club contacts and other emergency services near Ford's Colony.

 

PORTAL ASSISTANCE NEEDED? Click to contact Community Services. Up-to-date information is available on fchoa.org