December SHOA Monthly Board Meeting
| December SHOA Monthly Board Meeting Information
The next HOA Board meeting will be held on Monday, 12/8/2025 at 6:00PM. Meeting will be held via teleconference in the link below. |
Summerfield Scoops November 2025
In this issue, you’ll find:
- Celebrating 40+ years at Summerfield
- New E-Bike Regulations
- Architectural Committee Vacancy
- Agreement Form for Use of Common Area
- Pool Closure
- Doggie’s Do Do’s and Don’ts
- Summerfield First Family Movie Night
- Meet Your Current HOA Board Members
Celebrating 40+ Years as Summerfield Resident
To kick off our Summerfield Scoops, we are proud to celebrate and honor our residents who have been part of this community for more than 40 years. Jerry and Karen Georgens have relished living in Summerfield for 49 and 41 years. Jerry was an original homeowner on Cedar Tree Way in 1974 and passed away in 2023.
Karen arrived in 1984. Jerry was drawn to Summerfield’s unique, insular square-block design conducive to being neighborly. Upon retirement, he became Architectural Chair and then Special Projects Chair. He and Karen also were the Welcoming Committee for new homeowners to answer questions about our HOA guidelines. Through these connections, they gained life-long friendships.
Summerfield in the early days was a wonderland (and still is) for children. They created their own entertainment outdoors. They spent long hours at the pool, caught tadpoles and crawdads in the creek, played games in the grassy areas, hiked the trails, and explored the vast open fields north of Espola to catch snakes and horned toads.
The big event of the year was the 4th of July block party on Cedar Tree Way. The street was legally blocked off for the entire day. A committee collected money to fund prizes, a keg of beer, ice and supplies. Barbeque grills lined the street and tables were set up for all the pot luck dishes. Children competed in hot wheels races, 3-legged races, balloon toss, and volleyball. It was Summerfield’s version of an old-fashioned fourth of July.
The Georgens have remained young at heart seeing generations of children grow up and even some return to raise their children in the best neighborhood in Poway!
New E-Bike Regulations in Poway
Poway has introduced new e-bike safety rules to help keep everyone safe. Children under 12 may not ride e-bikes in Poway, and all riders under 18 must wear a helmet. Riders under 18 are also not allowed to carry passengers. Speed limits now apply depending on where you ride, up to 28 mph on roads, 20 mph on bike paths, and 10 mph or less on sidewalks (5 mph in school zones when children are present). If your child rides an e-bike to school, please check your school’s requirements, as many campuses now require a safety course and parking sticker. Thank you for reviewing these rules with your child to support safe riding in our community. Click for More Information on City of Poway Website
Volunteers Needed – Architectural Committee Vacancy
We’re currently seeking new volunteers to join our Summerfield Architectural Committee. If you are a
homeowner or renter in Summerfield and care about maintaining the beauty and harmony of our neighborhood, we’d love to have you on the team!
Being on the committee typically requires just 1 to 2 hours of your time per month. It’s a great way to connect with neighbors and contribute to keeping our community looking its best.
If you are interested or have any questions, please reach out Denise Shields (Summerfield Architectural Committee Chair/VP HOA) at summerfieldpoway.arch@gmail.com.
Agreement Form for Use of Common Area
Summerfield HOA is a family-friendly community, and our shared spaces are here for everyone to enjoy. If you have an upcoming event and would like to use the Summerfield Community Space, please complete the Agreement Form for Use of Common Area. You can find it on the Summerfield Website under ‘Pool info” and the link is also shown below. This helps us avoid double bookings and ensures everyone has a fair opportunity to use the space. Thank you for helping keep our community welcoming and organized!
Pool Closure
As summer fades and the crisp air of fall settles in, we want to thank everyone for another wonderful pool season! The pool has been formally closed for the season as of Monday, October 27, 2025. During the off-season, we’ll be completing some much-needed maintenance and improvements to ensure everything is in top shape for next year. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming everyone back when the pool reopens in April 2026. Stay warm and enjoy the beautiful fall season!
Doggy Do-Do’s and Don’ts
Summerfield is not only a great neighborhood for families, but also for dogs. We ask all dog owners to please pick up after your dogs. It is common courtesy and required 
by the Summerfield CC&Rs. Article VI, Section 8 of the Summerfield CC&Rs states: “Dog owners are required to immediately remove any deposits their dogs might place upon the Common Areas, private Lots, streets, or elsewhere in the Community…”
TIP: doggie bags are located in 3 areas within the community for residents to use.
According to San Diego County Code section 62.669(a) and California Penal Code Section 597, dogs must be kept on leashes and the person holding the leash must be capable of controlling the dog while in public.
Poway contracts with the Humane Society for animal control, including lost and stray dogs and barking dog complaints. The number is 760-888-2275. See this web page for more information: Animal-Services
For more information, see Pet Ownership Laws.
Thank you for keeping Summerfield safe and clean not just for us humans but for our canine friends too!
Summerfield First Family Movie Night
Our first Family Movie Night was a wonderful success! It was heartwarming to see kids, families, and friends come together to relax, laugh, and enjoy each other’s company. Thank you to everyone who joined us in a stronger and more connected community.
HOA Contact Info and Current Board Members
SUMMERFIELD HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
PO Box 28143, San Diego, CA 92198
summerfieldpoway@gmail.com
https://summerfieldpoway.com
For more information go to the HOA Board page.
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Michael Spring, President Michael and his family moved into Summerfield in 2015. He has served on the HOA board as treasurer since 2019. Michael works for a 1031 Exchange company. He is married with two children and in his spare time enjoys traveling, camping, and spending countless hours watching his kids play basketball. |
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Denise Shields, VP/Architectural Committee Chair Denise and her husband moved to Summerfield in April 2019. Denise has served as the Architectural Chair/VP of the HOA board since February 2022. She has worked in the Real Estate business for over 35 years. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, entertaining with friends and family, gardening, and all things purple. Send inquiries to: summerfieldpoway@gmail.com |
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Maria Stein, Treasurer Maria and her husband relocated from the Bay Area to Summerfield in August 2015. Maria works as an HR Generalist/Payroll Specialist for a printing company. She is married with 4 grown children and her interests are party planning, crafting, decorating, traveling and (especially) shopping. |
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Anna Finnerty, Secretary Anna and her spouse moved to the welcoming community of Summerfield in 2021. She is happily married and loves spending time with their energetic one-year-old. By day, Anna serves as the Director of a TK–6 school, and outside of work she enjoys staying active, whether it’s hiking, exercising, traveling, or spending time with family and friends. She also loves learning new things and recently discovered a passion for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu! |
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Donny Phonea, Special Projects Donny has lived in Summerfield since 2019. He works in the finance sector as a regulator. He is married with two kids. During his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family, playing tennis, and golfing. He also enjoys traveling, playing rock music, and going to wineries. |
November SHOA Monthly Meeting
November SHOA Monthly Meeting Information
The next HOA Board meeting will be held on Wednesday, 11/12/2025 at 6:00PM.
All residents are welcome to attend in person at
16855 W. Bernardo Drive, Suite 230 San Diego, CA 92127.
Please call Michael Spring at 858-602-9354 if you have trouble accessing the building.
Alternatively, residents may attend virtually.
Reminder: Pool Closure 10/27/2025
We will be formally closing the pool for the season as of Monday October 27, 2025. While the pool is closed, we will be getting in some much needed maintenance work.
See you next April!
Pool Closure October 27, 2025
We will be formally closing the pool for the season as of Monday October 27, 2025. While the pool is closed, we will be getting in some much needed maintenance work.
See you next April!
October SHOA Monthly Meeting
October SHOA Monthly Meeting Information
The next HOA Board meeting will be held on Tuesday, 10/7/2025 at 6:00PM.
All residents are welcome to attend in person at
16855 W. Bernardo Drive, Suite 230 San Diego, CA 92127.
Please call Michael Spring at 858-602-9354 if you have trouble accessing the building.
Alternatively, residents may attend virtually.
September SHOA Monthly Meeting
September SHOA Monthly Meeting Information
The next HOA Board meeting will be held on Tuesday, 9/9/2025 at 6:00PM.
All residents are welcome to attend in person at
16855 W. Bernardo Drive, Suite 230 San Diego, CA 92127.
Please call Michael Spring at 858-602-9354 if you have trouble accessing the building.
Or residents may attend virtually via the link below:
Meeting ID: 297 992 958 983 1
Passcode: qF9Z7tL6
August SHOA Monthly Meeting – August 19th
August SHOA Monthly Meeting Information
The next HOA Board meeting will be held on Tuesday, 8/19/2025 at 6:00PM.
All residents are welcome to attend in person at
16855 W. Bernardo Drive, Suite 230 San Diego, CA 92127.
Please call Michael Spring at 858-602-9354 if you have trouble accessing the building.
Or residents may attend virtually via the link below:
August Monthly HOA Meeting – 8/19/2025
August SHOA Monthly Meeting Information
The next HOA Board meeting will be held on Tuesday, 8/19/2025 at 6:00PM.
All residents are welcome to attend in person at
16855 W. Bernardo Drive, Suite 230 San Diego, CA 92127.
Please call Michael Spring at 858-602-9354 if you have trouble accessing the building.
Or residents may attend virtually via the link below:
Link TBD
Summerfield Scoops – July 2025
Articles in this issue:
- Annual SHOA Meeting
- Summerfield HOA Board Update
- HOA Dues are Due July 31, 2025
- Doggy do-do’s and don’ts
- Friendly Reminder: Supervision and Yard Safety
- 4th of July Parade
- Scoop of the Month: Honoring 40+ year Residents
- Volunteers Needed – Architectural Committee Vacancy
- Good News…New Pool Furniture!
Annual SHOA Meeting
Thank you to all who attended our annual meeting on May 21, 2025. We updated everyone on our association activities, expenses and the planned budget, and had an open forum for questions.
If you could not join us – never fear see more info HERE… 2025 SHOA Annual Presentation
Summerfield HOA Board Update
At the Special SHOA Board Meeting held on July 21, 2025, the Board formally acknowledged and recorded receipt of Dan Carr’s written resignation. His resignation will be effective August 19, 2025.
We extend our sincere thanks to Dan for his service as President (1 year) and Special Projects (4 years). His leadership, time, and dedication have been invaluable to both the Board and our community.
Following this transition, the Board approved the following role changes:
- Michael Spring will move from Treasurer to President.
- Maria Stein will transition from Secretary to Treasurer.
- Anna Finnerty was nominated and approved to serve as Secretary.
- Denise Shields, Vice President and Architectural Committee Chair, and Donny Phonea, Special Projects, will continue in their current roles.
For any questions or concerns, please contact us at summerfieldpoway@gmail.com.
HOA Dues are Due July 31, 2025
Our annual HOA dues for 2025 – 2026 are… well… due!
For all those who have paid already – thank you!
And for those who haven’t – it isn’t too late to mail them to Summerfield Homeowner’s Association, PO Box 28143, San Diego, CA 92198 !
Annual Dues: $360
Payable to: Summerfield Homeowner’s Association
However, if you need another copy of your invoice, have questions or there is any issue with timing – please reach out to summerfieldpoway@gmail.com and let us know.
THANK YOU!!!
Doggy do-do’s and don’ts
Summerfield is not only a great neighborhood for families, but also for dogs.
We ask all dog owners to please pick up after your dogs. It is common courtesy and required by the Summerfield CC&Rs. Article VI, Section 8 of the Summerfield CC&Rs states: “Dog owners are required to immediately remove any deposits their dogs might place upon the Common Areas, private Lots, streets, or elsewhere in the Community…”
TIP: doggie bags are located in 3 areas within the community for residents to use.
According to San Diego County Code section 62.669(a) and California Penal Code Section 597, dogs must be kept on leashes and the person holding the leash must be capable of controlling the dog while in public.
Poway contracts with the Humane Society for animal control, including lost and stray dogs and barking dog complaints. The number is 760-888-2275. See this web page for more information: Animal-Services
For more information, see Pet Ownership Laws.
Thank you for keeping Summerfield safe and clean not just for us humans but for our canine friends too!
Friendly Reminder: Supervision and Yard Safety
We’d like to gently remind all residents to please speak with their children about respecting property boundaries within the neighborhood. Recently, a group of young, unsupervised children—approximately 7 years old—were seen jumping between a decorative rock and over a brick divider between backyards. While the play appeared innocent, it did pose a safety risk and involved entering private property without permission.
For everyone’s safety and comfort, please remind children not to enter or play in others’ yards unless they’ve been invited and are supervised. Thank you for helping keep our community safe and respectful!
4th of July Parade
Another epic SummerField patriotic parade 
We had such a fantastic turnout this year!
Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate and continue this wonderful tradition🚲🚲🚲
Scoop of the Month: Honoring 40+ year Residents
In this edition, we’d like to introduce William and Patricia Eichorn.
In August 1984, the Eichorns made the cross-country move from Princeton, New Jersey, to sunny Summerfield, bringing with them their two children, David and Nicole. As they searched for a community with excellent schools, the name Poway kept coming up—especially during visits with Pat’s sister, who lived nearby in Olivenhain.
Their journey to Summerfield began as a rental, but fate had other plans. After a year, the out-of-town owners of the home called unexpectedly to say they were selling. After thoughtful conversations with new friends and growing connections in the neighborhood, the Eichorns decided to plant their roots right here—and never looked back.
Over the decades, Summerfield has been more than just a place to live—it’s been home. William served as the Minister of Music at Saint Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church for 32 years, while Patricia worked for Manson and Stenstrom Orthodontics for 20 years, both right down the street on Pomerado Road.
Together, they raised their family here, built lasting friendships, and have contributed richly to our community. As they reflect on the past 40 years, the Eichorns are grateful for the life they’ve built in Summerfield—and look forward to many more joyful years to come.
Volunteers Needed – Architectural Committee Vacancy
We’re currently seeking new volunteers to join our Summerfield Architectural Committee. If you are a
homeowner or renter in Summerfield and care about maintaining the beauty and harmony of our neighborhood, we’d love to have you on the team!
Being on the committee typically requires just 1 to 2 hours of your time per month. It’s a great way to connect with neighbors and contribute to keeping our community looking its best.
If you are interested or have any questions, please reach out Denise Shields (Summerfield Architectural Committee Chair/VP HOA) at summerfieldpoway.arch@gmail.com.
Good News…New Pool Furniture!
We’re pleased to announce that the HOA Board has recently purchased new pool furniture for the enjoyment of all residents.
It is scheduled to arrive by mid-August.
To ensure this investment lasts for many seasons to come, we kindly ask that everyone treat the furniture with care and use it responsibly.