Yes. Pool passes are required to enjoy the facility. You may register at the management office.

In general the pool is open from 11:00am to 8:00pm Sunday through Saturday during full time hours. The hours of operation are subject to weather conditions and the availability of pool attendants. We attempt to open the pool on a limited basis near the Memorial Day Holiday. A full time opening should occur by mid to late June. Closing of the pool occurs in early September.

Pool rules are posted at the pool for your convenience.

 

In general we ask you to present your pool pass to the attendant upon arrival and sign the log-in sheet. Your guests are also asked to sign the log-in sheet. Children aged 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Please note pool attendants are attendants only and are not certified life guards. Adult supervision is always encouraged.

 

Please refer to the Sterling Village Rules & Regulations document for further specifics.

Absolutely. We encourage residents to enjoy this facility throughout the year. Please contact the management office for details and availability.

Our new tennis court, bocce ball court, and horse shoe pit amenities are currently available on a first come - first serve basis. We request play be limited to one hour if other residents are waiting to participate. Further information is available at the courts.

Yes. Residents may enjoy our open ground areas for various activities. We ask that everyone respect the condition of our common grounds. Please refrain from any sporting activities on our local roadways, parking lots, and sidewalks to ensure personal safety. Some activities such as baseball or golf are prohibited in most all areas due to safety precautions. All persons are responsible for their own injury risk.

Of course. Be festive and creative and help enhance the spirit of America's Holidays.

We do ask all seasonal decorations be removed shortly after the specific Holiday season.

Yes. A written request to the Board and approval is required prior to installation. Installations must be conducted by a licensed provider and adhere to proper installation regulations.

You may place your payment in the silver drop box located near the front entrance area, bring your payment directly to the on-site office (which includes an additional drop box for your convenience), or mail payments to:

 

Sterling Village Association

PO Box 2504

Meriden, CT 06450

 

Common charges are due by the 1st of each month. A late fee will be accessed if payment is received after the 20th of the month.

Many of our residents enjoy the companionship of their cats and dogs (a limit of two in total is requested). Additional indoor pets are also allowed, but please consult the management office for further regulations.

 

We do ask all dog owners to promptly pick up after their pet, including in fenced in backyard areas, as a courtesy and safety concern for residents and our maintenance crew. Additionally dogs should be leashed at all times when enjoying outdoor activities.

Please contact our office manager (Dawn Mattei) via one of the following methods:

         Sterling Village Association

         PO Box 2504

         Meriden, CT 06450

Please contact the Local Police Department and/or call 911. Please contact the police first; you may also choose to report the activity to your Board Members.

Yes you may. We respect privacy concerns.

Sterling Village prefers to send written warnings informing residents of potential violations and educating residents with regard to community living and respect for all neighbors. Repeat offenders may be subjected to various fines as a final option. Our goal is to maintain a harmonious living environment for all residents.

Registered voters may cast their votes at Israel Putnam Elementary School. Sterling Village is considered part of the 83rd voting district.

 

Israel Putnam

133 Parker Ave.

Meriden, CT

(203) 237-8493

Real Estate taxes are due on the first of January, April, July, and October of each year.

 

Motor Vehicle taxes are due on the first of July of each year.

 

Mail the above payments to:

Meriden Tax Collector

PO Box 150431

Hartford, CT 06115-0431

 

Water and Sewer taxes are due on the first of January, April, July, and October of each year.

 

Mail the above payments to:

Meriden Tax Collector

142 East Main St.

Meriden, CT 06450

 

You may also pay your tax bills on line by visiting www.meridenct.gov or you may pay in person by visiting:

Tax Collector Office:

142 East Main St.

Meriden, CT 06450

(203) 630-4053

 

For updates and additional information please contact the Meriden Tax Collector Office (203) 630-4053.

 

 

Board meetings are generally held on the fourth Monday of every month at 6:00 pm. Some exceptions apply due to Holidays and summer schedules. Please consult the front entrance sign for exceptions or contact the office.

Board Members are elected in October of each year. On even numbered years two positions are open for election. On odd numbered years three positions are open for election.

In general the maintenance staff is responsible for all common ground upkeep (lawn mowing, snow removal, tree and shrub trimming, etc.) In addition exterior building maintenance such as painting/repairing of condominium units, backyard fences and decks, front porches, etc. is the responsibility of Sterling Village.

 

Maintenance of most all exterior improvements installed by current or previous unit owners (such as deck extensions, patios, gardens, flower beds, etc.) is the unit owners responsibility.

 

All interior maintenance/repair (including windows, doors, plumbing, electrical, etc.) is the unit owners responsibility.

General trash is picked up twice per week. Trash may be placed in plastic bags or appropriate trash containers in designated areas the morning of pickup.

 

Recycling pickup is twice per month. Recyclable materials should be placed in plastic pail or bin containers, cardboard containers, or paper bags in designated areas the morning of pickup. Please do not place recyclable material in plastic bags of any kind. Our current recycling refuse company (Tony's Trucking) will accept glass/plastics # 1-7, metal and aluminum food cans, paper products, and cut and compacted cardboard, cereal boxes, and other like items. Recyclable regulations are subject to change per State and Local laws. Please consult our current recycling refuse company for updates on allowable items.

 

General trash is collected on every Monday and Thursday morning. Recycling pickup is collected every other Monday of the month. Variations in trash collection days will apply on certain Holidays. Please visit our Calendar feature (or Newsletter) for specific collection dates (and view the front entrance sign for notifications pertaining to Holiday trash pick up schedules).

 

Bulky trash, such as furniture, mattresses, building materials, etc. are not allowed in the general trash pickup and are the responsibility of the unit owner to discard through private providers.

 

Electronics (such as computers, laptops, tablets, stereo equipment, cell phones, televisions, etc.) should never be discarded in the general trash. Additionally, items such as expired batteries, oil based paints or solvents, and other hazardous materials require specialized disposal per the City of Meriden protocols.

 

Sterling Village does offer a Christmas tree disposal service for your convenience.

 

Please contact the Office if you have questions concerning our trash procedures. Please contact Meriden's City Hall for procedures pertaining to hazardous waste disposal.

Yes. Residents should submit a written request to the Board seeking approval prior to installation. All installations need to conform to our current style and color and be installed by a licensed contractor.

Building permits are not necessary. Please consult the management office for further regulations.

No. A licensed contractor must complete these installations and provide proof of insurance to the office. Please consult the office for additional advice.

No, however some home improvement projects may require a City building permit, licensed contractor, and proof of insurance.

Please consult with Meriden Town Hall for proper permit regulations. Some basement areas are considered limited common areas. Please contact the office for clarification if you are considering a basement renovation.

Yes. Please contact the office for approval, installation specifications, and additional information. Awnings are considered seasonal and may only be used from April through October.

In general yes, unless your project includes an additional or extended secured deck area, which would require Board approval and a City building permit. Maintenance of all exterior improvements/additions is the responsibility of the unit owner.

Residents may plant most annual and perennial flowers, with some exceptions. Please note the maintenance of flower beds is the responsibility of the homeowner.

Planting of vegetables is only allowed in backyard gardens within the confines of your fenced-in area. Please properly maintain your plantings and take proper precautions to prevent animal infestation.

Residents are asked to submit a letter to the Board stating their intentions. We suggest landscaping projects and plantings conform to approved guidelines as provided by the office.

Please contact the management office for approved planting requirements.

Please consult the Meriden Town Hall for specific ordinances. We do suggest you always be considerate and respectful to your neighbors when undertaking construction projects.

Yes. Please contact the office with your request and the maintenance staff will kindly fulfill your needs.