Departments
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We are your neighbors
Board members and departments
Directors help manage the services, lake quality, and safety of the community we all enjoy. They are voted onto the board via our Annual Membership meeting in August. We strongly encourage anyone who would like to contribute to the health and betterment of our community to get involved, either through volunteerism, participation in meetings and clean-up events, or to become a Director. The more perspectives we have, the more benefits we will all enjoy.
For urgent needs, contact the department lead and the secretary@farhillsassociation.com
President & Water
William Murray: president@farhillsassociation.com or water@farhillsassociation.com
Why I serve: I am a new resident to the lake, and area, having moved here in March of this year. Retired now, but during my 34 1/2 years as a police officer, 13 as Chief of Police, nothing was more important to me than giving back to and serving my community. This was not a function of my position, rather one of who I am. That feeling goes unchanged and it drives me to want to do the same here on beautiful Sunset Lake to make life here more enjoyable for all.
If you have any problems with your drinking water supply or have spotted any water leaks in the Association neighborhood, please contact the Water Director at the email above or the Far Hills Association Secretary at secretary@farhillsassociation.com. After hours, please call the Ashburnham police dispatcher at 978-827-4413. They should know about any water main breaks and contact the FHA Water Director as needed.
Social
Chardell Davis: social@farhillsassociation.com
Why I serve:
Roads
Thomas Ryll: roads@farhillsassociation.com
Why I serve: My wife Sophia and I joined the association at the end of 2017 and moved here full time in the fall of 2021. I also retired from my fulltime job in 2021. I became a member of the board of directors in 2022 and served as the Legal Director for 2 years. This year my role switched to becoming the Roads Director. I look forward to learning about roads and how to fix them.
We love our lake community and have found many friends here. Our Sunset Lake community is something truly unique and remarkable and being part of preserving and sustaining our community has been fun and rewarding.
Email me any time with questions or comments.
Boating
Andrew Burchat: boating@farhillsassociation.com
Why I serve:
- Boating Rules & Safety
- Boat Record Form: Online or Printable
- MA Boating Handbook
Guest Boats
Members are responsible for all boats, canoes, kayaks and other gear brought in by their guests. Boats, trailers, waders and other fishing and boating equipment can spread aquatic invasive species from waterbody to waterbody unless properly cleaned, dried or disinfected after use. Although some invasive species such as water milfoil are readily visible to the human eye, many others are too small to be readily noticed. To avoid spreading invasive species please check, clean, drain, dry and disinfect everything that has contact with our lake before and after use.
Boat maintenance reminders:
• Always use a funnel when adding fuel so you don’t leak into the lake.
• Any maintenance on your motor should take place out of the lake.
• It is crucial (and law) that you clean and dry your boat if you travel to other lakes or put in our lake after being in another lake. We really want to avoid bringing in any invasive species to our beautiful lake.
Wear a life jacket! In MA, life jackets must be worn by:
• Canoeists and kayakers from September 15 – May 15
• Youth under 12 years old
• Water skiers/Tubers
Environmental & Permits
Julianna Stucki: environmental@farhillsassociation.com
Why I serve: I’ve been a resident of our lake community for nearly two years and a professional in business operations at NEIWPCC for three. I’m honored to serve on the board of directors for our lake association, where I bring a fresh perspective as a younger homeowner. My work at NEIWPCC supports environmental programs that protect water quality throughout the Northeast, and I carry that same dedication into my role as a steward of our lake. Living here gives me a personal connection to the ecosystem we share, and I’m deeply committed to sustainable management and community involvement. Through my board service, I strive to contribute both my professional expertise and my passion for the natural environment to help preserve the lake’s health, beauty, and recreational value for generations to come.
Dam
Mauri Pelto: dam@farhillsassociation.com
Why I serve: Stewardship of this beautiful land and lake that is our neighborhood is paramount. Having spent several decades working with lakes, streams and glaciers in order to understand their changes and aid in rational resource management, I feel a responsibility to utilize this skill set to help preserve this area as best we can.
Security
Holly Johansson: security@farhillsassociation.com
Why I serve: My husband Dave and I have lived on the Lake for a little over a year. We feel so lucky to be able to call this beautiful lake home. I have always believed that it is important to be involved and to give back to my community. I am committed to helping to see that our lake remains a haven for all and to help our community move forward.
Maintenance
Thomas Moses: maintenance@farhillsassociation.com
Why I serve: I serve on the FHA Board of Directors because I grew up on a lake, I love lake living and I know it takes volunteers to make it all work.
Legal & Insurance
Gavin Livingstone: legal@farhillsassociation.com
Why I serve: We have lived on Sunset Lake since 2006, and enjoy the natural beauty and wildlife of this area.
I appreciate the time and effort FHA directors, officers, and committee members, and I am pleased to join this group.
Assent Form and Info
If you are new to Far Hills Association and your home is not “assented”, please download and complete the appropriate form for the town you live in, then return to me or secretary@farhillsassociation.com. If you are not sure of your assented status, let me know and I’ll look it up. Assents go with the property, not the owner.
What exactly does it mean to be assented? Simple, an assented property means you will enjoy all the full privileges of being an FHA member as a Shareholder. It’s your agreement to be part of our community. Without it, you cannot vote on budget decisions, FHA bylaws, or Board elections. All of this is part of our Bylaws. Thanks!
For Winchendon, click here for the registry of deeds for your property info»
For Ashburnham, click here for the registry of deeds for your property info»
Secretary
Bruno Lenart: secretary@farhillsassociation.com
Why I serve: My Wife and I moved here in 1988 and have enjoyed making this Community our home. I hope to provide help and assistance, and continue with the outstanding Secretarial support that Barbara provided for those years prior to this current assignment.
Treasurer
Sue Basque: treasurer@farhillsassociation.com
Why I serve: My husband and I bought our home in 2018 and moved to the lake full time in 2020. I have grown children and was ready to become more involved in my community so when the opportunity to become Treasurer became available, I knew I could give back that way. I have a background in accounting, I enjoy working with people and numbers. This provides me both. I am happy to serve and am grateful we have such a wonderful Board and community.
- Billing Policy
- Selling your home and need a 6D Certificate to prove your HOA dues are paid? Please email treasurer@farhillsassociation.com to make arrangements. Cost is $100. Please allow a minimum of one week for completion.
- Captial Assessment
