Key Points

Maine

house sits 500 feet back from the ocean 100 feet high. You can hear the waves break on the beach

Living room is 24' wide and 20' deep with 9' ceilings, large stone fire place and 2 large ocean view windows of the ocean

fireplace in action with Ez sleeping in front of it

Antique desk from 1890's with curved pocket drawers, fold down desk area

Kitchen with eat in dining room. window has ocean view

master bedroom, 2 dressers, small closet

main bath with full tub, shower, large sink area

new bath in progress, shower has ocean view thru window

ocean view from upstairs bedroom 1

upstairs bedroom 1 .. bedroom 2 is identical

house surrounded by 70 acre pine forest that goes back for 3/4 of a mile

new deck with ocean view

ocean view from living room window

house has been repainted, reshingled, new deck, steps added

TGFP Pine Forests

Key Stakeholder for TGFP

You can hear the waves from the deck

_924-ocean-sounds-231028.mp4

The House is 82 feet above sea level 600 feet back from the beach so you can hear the waves all day long

the red arrow below shows how close the house is the the ocean

the house can't flood during storms like some Maine coastal areas

https://www.foxbangor.com/news/local/machias-flooded-at-high-tide/article_e546397c-afe7-11ee-a9ce-e7c49debafd3.html

comment on the rental

https://www.facebook.com/groups/194860059036152/posts/895242445664573/?comment_id=897968108725340&notif_id=1707331399777376&notif_t=feedback_reaction_generic&ref=notif

Jim ME gdoc

Northern Maine Places

Machiasport - home to undiscovered buried pirate treasure

Northern lights, glass eels, now Pirate treasure - what else is here ????

Is Machiasport, Maine, Home to Millions in Hidden Pirate Treasure-Pirate-Samuel-Bellamy.pdf. link

Is Machiasport, Maine, Home to Millions in Hidden Pirate Treasure-Pirate-Bellamy.pdf. file

Everyday we remember the sacrifices others make in America at Acadian Cemetery - video

_924-acadian-national-cemetery-pledge.mp4

Everyday our Maine towns celebrate the country we live in with flags!

A few Towns In Washington County video

Worcester Flag Pole Project issues in Columbia Falls ME

Florida

crowded day at the beach

Sea Colony Beach CAM

sea-colony-beach-walk- video -- hear the waves

Live Sea Colony Beach Cam feed

European Village

Captains BBQ & Bings Landing Intracoastal Waterway Park

Marineland - Swim with Dolphins

Flagler County Things to Do

AIA visits

Washington Oaks Gardens State Park

St Augustine

Daytona Beach

Jim SC FL gdoc

To Do List

deck repair
1. steps
2. vertical support beams ( double - straighten )
lawn patches - grubx, seed
MBR bathroom fan
tractor tuneup - Miller
deer spray backyard junipers
Emilio - 1 aluminum fascia board
painting trim on front of house
house exterior power wash with roof clean
roof inspect for repair
drive seal
NA Electric - home insulation check ?? 2nd BR heat loss
System 2000 cleaning
HVAC cleaning
septic pump by 2021

References

Reference_description_with_linked_URLs__________________________	Notes__________________________________________________________________

Mobile Homes growing in Maine article
https://www.nattleboro.com/solid-waste-department	Town of North Attleboro - solid waste rules

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_King%27s_Stilts	the Kings Stilts - the complex factors that go into successfully managing rising sea levels are progressive DAs today's equivalent of minister Lord Droon? you decide
Flagler County Beach Management & Nourishment programs - 2024
How Beach Nourishment Works pdf	Look at nourishment, mitigation, prevention and other ways to stop coastal erosion

Repair
	National Appliance -Pawtucket - washer - dryer repair
	Tractor repair - Bill Miller ?
	Hot Water heater -
	System 2000 oil burner - ... from Plainville, MA - certified repair
	Plumber -
	HVAC -

https://www.manualslib.com/manual/558555/Shark-Navigator-Lift-Away- Nv351-26.html?page=16#manual	Vacum - Shark Navigator Professional - NV381-51 manual 1 - parts page
https://www.manualslib.com/manual/1053128/Shark-Nv351.html	more Shark Navigator Professional Lift away vacum




Ideas
Lesser Known Uses of Baking Soda - morehackz.com Lesser Known Uses of Baking Soda - morehackz.com. link Lesser Known Uses of Baking Soda - morehackz.com.pdf file	Baking soda 1> spread baking soda, add white vinegar in spray bottle, brush, cleans mold -wet vac 2> pest control as dust near openings 3> clean walls w baking soda on damp sponge 4> clean toilet - baking soda & white vinegar to sit 15 mins 5> face mask - baking soda, water, lemon juice paste 6> clean shower curtain - baking soda on damp brush 7> strip old paint - baking soda w hot water wiped on wall, scrap paint off
baking-soda-pensandpatron.com-These 25 Genius Uses For Baking Soda Actually Work.pdf link baking-soda-pensandpatron.com-These 25 Genius Uses For Baking Soda Actually Work.pdf file
https://www.cnet.com/news/ring-video-doorbell-pro-vs-nest-hello/?ftag=CAD1acfa04&bhid=23201005147475940330474459189358	video door bells - Nest vs Ring
younger people choosing rural life over city life - 2024

26C Home Notes
23B Home Notes
924 Home Notes

Key Concepts

Natural Pest Control

https://www.facebook.com/GrowFoodNotLawns/photos/a.387763467945938/2396732417049023/?type=3&theater

Plants that repel pests

https://www.treehugger.com/plants-that-repel-unwanted-insects-4864336

Many plants are known to have insect-repelling properties. Some common examples include:

Lavender
Marigolds
Citronella grass
Rosemary
Mint (various types)
Basil
Chrysanthemums
Petunias
Lemongrass
Catnip

Outdoor Plants for a Hedge

https://theamericanhouse.com/beautiful-outdoor-plants/3/

Thuja Green Giant

This outdoor plant is our favorite and the perfect option for those who want a green garden without flowers! Thuja green giants are evergreen trees with unique leaves that make for some of the best privacy outdoor plants.

These shrubs are gaining popularity as perimeter plants because they are low-maintenance shrubs. They can cover spacious backyards and they mature close together, forming a screen fence to conceal anything inside your backyard.

Besides its top-notch performance in providing privacy, they are disease resistant and are adaptable to any soil or weather conditions. Green giants also require very little water, making them a hassle-free option.

They can quickly give secrecy to your yard without asking for frequent watering. Pruning isn’t an issue either. Just plant them about six feet apart, and they’ll grant you a concealed backyard.

Wax Myrtle

This outdoor plant, also known as the bayberry tree, is one of the fastest growing shrubs that can also resist drought, sandy soil, beach exposure, and salt spray. Live on the coast? This is the perfect solution for you!

They shoot up to about twenty feet tall since their growth rate can be up to five feet a year, so wax myrtle is an excellent choice if you need a quick fix for your medium-sized hedge.

If you do live in a beachy coastal area and you’re interested in planting a beautiful evergreen shrub or hedge, make sure you pick out some wax myrtle from your garden center.

This plant’s visually pleasing and glossy fragrant evergreen leaves will provide you with privacy all year long.

Leyland Cypress

For another fast-growing outdoor plant, give the Cupressocyparis leylandii a shot! The Leyland cypress is one of the fastest growing privacy plants that will be sure to provide you with your desired seclusion.

That’s probably why it’s one of the most popular screen plants in the United States of America. Not only does it grow roughly three to five feet per year, but it gives your backyard a pleasing, feathery evergreen that matures uniformly and symmetrically.

Leyland cypress trees are drought tolerant and tend to prefer full sun, but they can also grow in partial shade. Just plant them around six feet apart, and in no time, your yard fosters the growth of this rapidly increasing privacy hedge.

Emerald Green Arborvitae - what we have now

The Emerald Green Arborvitae, usually known as the Thuja occidentalis, is a smaller version of the Thuja green giants we talked about.

These beautiful evergreen privacy trees only grow to about eight to twelve feet, so they’re a good choice as an outdoor plant if you want to fill a tighter type of space, but you don’t need as much of the height that some of the other plants on this list do.

These trees will provide you with a private outdoor space without the hard work of regular clipping and trimming or any other work that comes with gardening.

Just plant them about three feet apart to have a coordinated, beautiful, and captivating backyard hedge to keep prying eyes away!

Buy Thuja Green Giant - pack of 10 4 foot high each

https://www.fast-growing-trees.com/products/thuja-green-giant?variant=39729121919038&region_id=000022&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=CTC%20/%20Shopping%20/%20pMax%20/%20Feed%20Only%20-%20NB%20-%20Thuja%20Green%20Giant%20-%2087%20-%202.82&utm_term=&gclid=Cj0KCQjwt_qgBhDFARIsABcDjOfcW6YpgBgVIUBhFUczWB_5V7_KlxmbHjDI0FqNoa7vL6SQ8ibuW7IaArUUEALw_wcB

The Thuja Green Giant quickly gives you a lush, rich privacy screen. And it comes with a ton of perks:

It grows to impressive heights to create perfect privacy
It delivers dense, dark green foliage, year-round
It blocks noise, neighbors, and unsightly views
It's more cost-effective and rewarding than a traditional fence

or Golden Juniper for fast spreading shrub ( vs tall )

Fast Growing Shrubs

rhododendrens, laurels

hydrangea

burning bush

Fast Growing Ground covers

pakasandra

blue rug — << needs VERY ittle water !! spreads well

SOME low water grass covers

replace bathroom ceiling fan

https://www.wikihow.com/Replace-a-Bathroom-Fan

bathroom-fan-replace-wikihow.com -How to Replace a Bathroom Fan.pdf link

How to replace or repair a bathroom fan ***

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oxchN4cVX5Q

light cover will either
1> twist to come off

2> pull down slightly then unhook side clips

replace whole unit

buy new unit - check CFM and noise level

fan only if it unplugs from housing then open the side clips holding it in the housing to remove ( reorder the part )

How to replace bathroom ceiling fan that needs adjustments

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Igim_iXOJMQ

Ceiling Fan Options

Aero Pure 0.4-Sone 110-CFM White Decorative Lighted Bathroom Fan ENERGY STAR

https://www.lowes.com/pd/Aero-Pure-Aero-Pure-Quiet-Adjustable-Speed-50-110-CFM-Bathroom-Exhaust-Fan-with-LED-Light-and-Night-Light-ENERGY-STAR-Fits-2x4-Joist/5001114489

$135

Customize the airflow setting for your bathroom: one fan, three CFM airflow choices- 50-80-110 CFM set with an adjustable switch located on the fan body
Dimmable 10W 3000K 800 Lumen LED Light and 0.7W Night Light; fan, light, and night light can be wired separately
Fits 2in x 4in construction and approved for wall or ceiling installation; designed for continuous run
HVI listed, ENERGY STAR certified, ASHRAE 62.2 and CA Title 24 compliant
HVI listed, ENERGY STAR certified, ASHRAE 62.2 and CA Title 24/JA8 compliant
Housing dimensions: 10.25in x 10.25in x 3.75in; grille dimensions: 13in x 13in

Aero Pure Low Profile Quiet Bathroom Exhaust Fans 0.9-Sone 110-CFM White Decorative Lighted Bathroom Fan ENERGY STAR

https://www.lowes.com/pd/Aero-Pure-Quiet-110-CFM-0-9-Sones-Low-Profile-Bathroom-Ceiling-Exhaust-Fan-with-10W-LED-Light-and-Night-Light-White-ENERGY-STAR/1002394088

$195

Aero Pure combination ventilation and lighting solutions are perfect for the bathroom, laundry room, or any room where moisture and odors linger. The ABF 110 CFM Energy Star qualified bathroom exhaust fan series operates at quiet low 0.9 Sones and features a 10 Watt 3000K 850 Lumens LED light with 0.7 Watt LED night light. Fan, light, and night light can be wired separately. The ABF 110 CFM Energy Star qualified bathroom fan with LED light and night light operates at low 0.9 Sones and features a low profile white designer grille and a rust resistant steel housing unit with back draft damper to prevent outside air from entering the room. A detachable 4”, 5”, 6” round duct adapter and quick-install brackets make installation a snap for new construction and room side retrofit. ETL listed for wet application when used with a GFCI branch circuit wire, Energy Star qualified, CA Title 24/JA8 compliant, and meets ASHRAE 62.2 national standards for achieving acceptable indoor air quality in typical residences. And a full six (6) year warranty for your peace of mind! Aero Pure bathroom lighting and ventilation solutions- Style. Performance. Energy efficiency.

Quiet Energy Star qualified 110 CFM 0.9 Sones exhaust fan ideal for the bathroom or laundry room
Long life dimmable 10-Watt 3000K 850 Lumens LED light included; fan, light, and night light may be wired separately
Fits 2in x 8in construction and approved for installation in insulated ceiling
Meets today’s demanding building codes and standards- Energy Star qualified, ASHRAE 62.2 and CA Title 24/JA8 compliant
Quick mounting metal installation bracket and 4in, 5in, and 6in duct adapter included
Grille dimensions- 13 x 13 housing dimensions- 10.31 x 7.5 x 10.39

Replace a Toilet

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YHhAsSoP04c

Streaming TV Options vs Cable - 2024

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/youtube-tv-challenged-cable-by-doing-one-simple-thing--imitating-it-153308088.html

Potential Value Opportunities

Machias ME Summer Concerts 2024

toms mini mart for great good and great prices - $11 for 12 oz haddock filet

Tiny Home Plans ( 2 BR 2 BA < 1000 sq ft )

tiny-home_new-924-home-2br-2ba-924-sq-ft-plan.pdf

living room, kitchen and front deck face the ocean

Potential Challenges

Biden Renter Legislation Goals

THE WHITE HOUSE BLUEPRINT FOR A RENTERS BILL OF RIGHTS

https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/White-House-Blueprint-for-a-Renters-Bill-of-Rights.pdf

real-estate-White-House-Blueprint-for-a-Renters-Bill-of-Rights.pdf. link

real-estate-White-House-Blueprint-for-a-Renters-Bill-of-Rights.pdf file

Right to Safe Affordable Housing

Renters should have access to housing that is safe, decent and affordable and should pay no more than 30 percent of household income on housing costs. Owners of rental housing and state and local governments should ensure that homes for rent meet habitability standards and are free of health and safety hazards, such as lead or mold. In addition, owners should provide services and amenities as advertised or included in the lease (such as utility costs and functional appliances) and ensure that the residential housing unit is well maintained (including common areas). Renters should face minimal barriers when applying for housing and receiving housing assistance, which includes minimally burdensome application and documentation requirements and fair and equal tenant screening. Increases in rents should be reasonable, with the acknowledgement that rents may need to increase to cover operating costs. These increases should be transparent and fair to protect against gouging.

Clear and Fair Leases

Renters should have a clear and fair lease that has defined rental terms, rights, and responsibilities. Leases should not include mandatory arbitration clauses, unauthorized terms, hidden or illegal fees, false representations, or other unfair or deceptive practices. A lease should provide a transparent policy regarding security deposits, with those deposits being appropriately sized and placed in an interest-bearing account for the duration of the lease. The lease should also provide reasonable advance notice of actions related to the unit, including notice of entry for inspection by the housing provider and significant changes to the unit. Finally, the lease terms should be written in simple and clear language accessible to the renter, and the leasing process should ensure tenants understand the terms of the lease through a plain-language briefing.

Education, Enforcement of Rights

The Fair Housing Act bans discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), disability, familial status, and national origin, including practices that have an unjustified disparate impact on a protected class. The Fair Housing Act and state and local laws should be expanded to expressly prohibit discrimination based on source of income. All renters should also be safeguarded against sexual harassment by housing providers and their staff. And survivors of domestic and dating violence, stalking, and sexual assault should not be penalized because of the acts of abusers. It is important to note that exclusion in rental markets manifests in different ways, such as through inaccurate information appearing in tenant background checks. It is essential that tenant background checks are legal, fair, and non-discriminatory to ensure renters can access housing and have neighborhood choice. Housing providers are required by law to inform applicants for rental housing why they were denied or charged more.

Renters right to organize

Renters should have the freedom to organize without obstruction or harassment from their housing provider or property manager and should not risk losing their housing because of organizing. Moreover, tenant associations should be recognized by their housing providers or management companies. A renter should be able to identify the owner of their building and how to contact them to engage in important conversations about their property. Such engagement should be a feature of a healthy and productive tenant-landlord relationship.

Eviction Prevention, Diversion, and Relief

Resolutions from these processes could include: a grace period for late rent; the ability to preserve tenancy through curing the lease violation by paying rent or correcting the violation; access to a standardized, formal dispute resolution process prior to litigation; and opportunities to meaningfully participate in a preeviction diversion program. If an eviction is filed, tenants should be given 30 days’ notice of an eviction action and the right to counsel during an eviction proceeding

Florida Property Insurance Challenges

Florida Citizens Property Insurance premiums are high BUT do provide some coverage where private insurers dont

Candidate Solutions

Weather Forecast sources

accuweather

https://www.accuweather.com/en/us/machiasport/04655/daily-weather-forecast/2183335

https://www.accuweather.com/en/us/palm-coast/32137/daily-weather-forecast/2256735

https://www.accuweather.com/en/us/north-attleborough/02760/daily-weather-forecast/2251298

https://www.accuweather.com/en/gb/plymouth/pl1-1/daily-weather-forecast/330353

https://www.accuweather.com/en/pt/porto/275317/daily-weather-forecast/275317

Google DeepMind forecast

https://deepmind.google/discover/blog/graphcast-ai-model-for-faster-and-more-accurate-global-weather-forecasting/

https://charts.ecmwf.int/products/graphcast_medium-mslp-wind850?base_time=202401220000&projection=opencharts_north_america&valid_time=202401241200

Hurricanes

NOAA hurricane forecast

Natural pest inhibitors for plants

Video Door Bells- Nest vs Ring

https://www.cnet.com/news/ring-video-doorbell-pro-vs-nest-hello/?ftag=CAD1acfa04&bhid=23201005147475940330474459189358

Best adhesive for tile to cement outdoors

https://homeguides.sfgate.com/adhere-tile-cement-floor-23434.html

https://www.thespruce.com/outdoor-tile-adhesives-2132511

https://www.hometalk.com/diy/tile/q-what-is-the-best-tile-adhesive-to-use-outdoors-on-concrete-steps-44289868

https://www.tilebar.com/learn/learn-the-right-tile-adhesive-for-your-installation-today/#:~:text=When%20it%20comes%20to%20using,best%20to%20use%20thinset%20mortar.

https://www.hunker.com/12161628/how-to-install-ceramic-tile-on-metal

One option ? add a roller to apply a latex primer onto the concrete.

The right thin-set mortar or adhesive has additives to keep it from becoming brittle in cold weather

Modified thin-set mortar attaches tile or stone to surfaces such as cement or concrete. The additives in the "modified" thin-set will help it withstand weathering and time. Adhesive materials like mastic or unmodified mortar do not the additives that resist water and temperature fluctuations.

A modified thin-set has more cement and polymers, helping it perform better. You can pay anywhere from $10 to $25 per 50 pounds. Depending on the tile application, 50 pounds can cover 25 to 50 square feet for a unique tile or special pavers that require a thicker application; or if you add straightforward mosaic porcelain tiles, 50-pounds can cover 200 square feet.

Another standard adhesive that is used for outdoor tiling projects is PL adhesive. It is a polyurethane-based, moisture-curing adhesive that is much stronger than ordinary construction adhesives. PL adhesive is pricey compared to thin-set, costing about $10 for a 28 oz. tube. It's best used to fix tiles that come loose or, if you are tiling a small, custom project.

Products to buy to attach tile to cement

The most common adhesive brands available in the U.S. for outdoor tiling projects include:

Versabond: High bond strength, all-purpose, polymer-modified mortar adheres to most surfaces; used indoors and outdoors; can also set in cold weather
Laticrete 254: Polymer-fortified, thin-set mortar for interiors and exteriors; useful for thin porcelain tiles, thin porcelain tile panels, and glass tiles; bonds to exterior glue plywood and concrete
Loctite PL Premium: This modified thin-set mortar alternative also goes by LePage PL Premium in Canada. This polyurethane-based construction adhesive works very well in all outdoor conditions. It comes in a caulking tube; it's thick—a good consistency for setting tiles.
I love Loctite heavy duty construction adhesive. It comes in a caulking tube

Steps to set tile on cement

Clean the metal surface to get rid of any dirt, oil, grease or other contaminates. The tile will not adhere correctly if any of these are present.
Apply the appropriate adhesive to the metal with the appropriate trowel (see Tips), spreading enough adhesive to cover an area that you are comfortable finishing in less than 10 minutes. Set the tiles into the adhesive, and use spacers to create a uniform grout line.
Allow the adhesive to dry for 24 hours.
Grout the grout lines. Mix the grout in a 5-gallon bucket so it is the consistency of peanut butter. Spread the grout with a grout float, and force it into the grout lines from multiple angles. Allow the grout to dry for 24 hours before allowing regular use of the tiled area.
After the grout has cured for 72 hours, apply at least two coats of high-quality penetrating tile and grout sealer.

Homemade ice melt for driveways

https://www.rd.com/article/melt-ice-without-salt/?_cmp=readuprdus&_ebid=readuprdus1262022&_mid=557085&ehid=BBFEBA65401372E246B0C5BA79A14ADEF82F64B8&_PermHash=7d68a95d374b8f3e0bd11c4e8fd810274ea31a09cb7d246c03f14defc4611b19&tohMagStatus=NONE

This magical homemade ice melt is easy to make, too. In a bucket, combine a half-gallon of hot water, about six drops of dish soap, and ¼ cup of rubbing alcohol. Once you pour the homemade ice melt mixture onto your sidewalk or driveway, the snow and ice will begin to bubble up and melt. Just keep a shovel handy to scrape away any leftover pieces of ice. Here’s how to defrost your windshield in one minute, too.

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