To Association Members: 
RE: Parking on Public Streets and in Driveways 
The City of Rockford has signs posted that there is no parking on streets in the Association. 

The Association’s Rules & Regulations and Bylaws also state that members cars are not be parked in driveways overnight.

We understand that, if you have overnight guests they may need to park in a driveway for a few nights. 
This policy is in effect because: 
1. Guilford High School students were parking on the streets 
2. To make it easier for plowing both streets and driveways 
3. For the yard maintenance crews to access all areas 
4. For the esthetics of our Association (having all units look the same) 
The city does tow cars that are parked on the street. We don’t want our guests to have their vehicles towed. 

Hello SHOA Neighbors!
In case you haven’t thought to do this recently , please check that your sump pump is in good
working order . First, check that the pump is still plugged in. Then fill a bucket with 3 or more
gallons of water and empty it into the sump pump well all at once. The pump should
immediately turn on, to pump out this water . ( It is not unusual for a couple of inches of water to
remain at the bottom after the pump shuts off.)
Even though the Association is not responsible for maintenance or replacement of these pumps,
we do want to make sure all residents have checked them to avoid water problems. If your
pump is not working, we recommend that you promptly notify the plumber of your choice.
A member of our committee will be glad to come and perform this test for any resident
with mobility issues. Y our safety is our first priority . Please call or text me using the
contact info listed below to schedule a visit.
If there are any residents who have already left Rockford for warmer weather , please have the
person who periodically checks your condo do this test for you.
Just a word of advice from my plumber . Sump pumps generally have a “life” of 7-10 years Do
you know how old yours is? Many plumbers encourage people to replace them after they have
been in place for the expected life, as a pump failure can do significantly more damage than the
cost of replacement.

Respectfully, 

The Springbrook Homeowners’ Association 
Board of Directors

12-29-2022