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What happens if my car gets towed?
Call AA Towing at (408) 238-7607

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What if I have a complaint about one of my neighbors?
If you have a complaint about one of your neighbors, please discuss the situation, in a neighborly spirit, with the specific individual. Many times, issues can be resolved through proper communication. Once you've done all you can to resolve the situation yourself, please send a letter to the Board. The Board's intent is to protect all parties involved, and your confidentiality will be preserved to the extent the situation permits.

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What should I do if I experience problems with sewer problems?
If you notice your sink, tub , shower and toilet are not draining properly and it’s bubbling or water is overflowing, there is a possible sewer back-up. Call the property manager immediately at (408) 363-9954. If you reside in a first-story unit, please instruct your upstairs neighbors to not use their sink, tub, shower or toilet. Many times, sewer back-up is as a result of food, grease, paper towels, cooking oils, etc., that clog the pipes.

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What if I want to subscribe to satellite television service?
All individually-owned television satellite dishes are not allowed at the Tradewinds. As a result of improper installations in the past, the Board of Directors passed a resolution declaring individually-owned dishes forbidden anywhere within the common areas of the complex. Individuals who currently have satellite dishes (properly installed or not) will be required to remove them upon the installation of your buildings’ master satellite dish system (see “How can I subscribe to the Tradewinds’ cable/satellite television service” entry for more information). All satellite dishes improperly installed will be removed immediately without further notice, and the owner will be charged for any damage caused to the roof and/or building. If you have any questions, please contact the property manager by calling (408) 363-9954, or submit a service request.

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How can I subscribe to the Tradewinds’ cable/satellite television service?
Over the next few months, Tradewinds will be installing a complex-wide cable/satellite television network. A complex-wide network eliminates the problems surrounding improper/unapproved installation of dishes, improves the esthetics of the complex overall, and enables cable/satellite programming to all residents without having to install costly hardware. With the new network, three satellite dishes will be installed on each building, allowing anyone residing within that building to access satellite television programming. Likewise, special equipment will be installed for residents of the building to access cable television programming. The new network will allow residents to choose their programming provider, and subscription is quick and easy. Contact the property manager for more information by calling (408) 363-9954, or submit a service request.

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How do I gain access to use the Club House/Laundry Rooms/ Tennis Court?
All members of the Association are required to complete a registration form. Keys for the Sports Club, laundry rooms and tennis courts will not be issued without a completed form. You may obtain a registration form by contacting one of the Sports Club staff at the Sports Club office. A deposit of $25.00 will be collected per key issued.

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Whom do I contact if I have a question regarding the billing/collection of my monthly dues?
Contact Haney Accounting, toll-free at 1-888-786-6000.

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What if I want to install new windows/doors?
Submit your proposed idea, along with a picture/schematic of the product you’d like to have installed, to the Board for approval. Submissions are reviewed, and responses mailed out on a monthly basis.

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What should I do if I notice a water leak?
If you reside in a first-story unit and water is leaking from your ceiling, please inform your upstairs neighbor. The second-story resident is responsible for any damage to a first-story unit. If the cause of the water leak is from the roof or in between the walls of the unit, please contact management immediately by calling (408) 363-9954.

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When does the garbage get picked up?
Garbage is picked up throughout the complex every Monday and Thursday. Recycling is picked up every Wednesday.

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How do I contact the Board of Directors?
In the event you’d like to contact the Board regarding a general issue or dispute, please send a letter to the Board, in care of Tradewinds Property Manager, Craig Gorewitz at: CGorewitz@TradewindsHOA.com. For confidential issues or disputes, contact the board at: Board@TradewindsHOA.com.

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How do I contact the property manager?
Craig Gorewitz, property manager, can be reached via phone at (408) 363-9954 or via email at: CGorewitz@TradewindsHOA.com
Contact hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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When are the board meetings?
Homeowner Association Board Meetings are held on the fourth Tuesday of each month, on the second floor of the Sports Club, at 6:30 p.m.

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How do I get involved in committee work?
Homeowners are encouraged to participate in the Tradewinds community. There are a number of ways to help, and we are constantly looking for individuals with various talents. To learn how to become more involved, or to join a current committee, visit our Community Involvement page.

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How often does the Association spray for pest control?
Pest control sprays are done on a quarterly basis. In the event that you experience issues with pests, please submit a service request.

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What do I need to do when a utility company is scheduled on-site?
To schedule an appointment with Comcast cable, you must call Comcast Supervisor Adrian at (408) 426-7805. Adrian has full access to the locked cable service boxes.

To schedule an appointment with all other utility companies (i.e., PG&E, SBC, AT&T), contact the utility company directly as they have their own locked service boxes.

Note: Sports Club staff do not have keys to locked service boxes. If you need a utility door opened, arrangements can be made by calling Craig Gorewitz, property manager, at (408) 363-9954, or submit a service request.

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