It’s time to welcome back spring on Arlington Pond! Looking forward to much warmer weather!
The APIA (not to be confused with APPA) manages the beach at 53 Shore Drive, and the boat ramp (cove) at 81 Shore Drive. Below is some information about becoming a member and about meetings, volunteering and activities.
Joining the APIA each year allows you the privilege of using the beach and/or boat launch which are owned by the Arlington Park Improvement Association. Membership levels are subject to where you live in proximity to our beach, located at 53 Shore Drive. Please read the General Policy Letter on our website, to see the APIA boundaries. www.APIASalem.com
APIA monthly meetings: April, then June – September to discuss matters and plan events to help sustain and improve our summer association. Please see the schedule and locations below. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Volunteer Program: Thankfully, we have several wonderful volunteers who devote their time to help keep our association running smoothly. At the end of every summer, three volunteers are randomly selected in a drawing and receive a gift card, as a thank you for providing support. Even a small amount of volunteering is eligible for the drawing. Rules and regulations can be found on our website at www.APIASalem.com.
Our Bylaws and General Policy letters are on our website. Please review them with your household members and guests. If you wish to receive a printed copy of the Bylaws, General Policy letter, or this Newsletter, reach out to Lisa or Clare to have them sent out through regular mail.
Payment of dues:
• The APIA Dues are $40.00 and include beach rights and access to the boat launch (cove). They must be paid by May 31st, 2026. Dues should be paid in full at time of payment.
o Paying by May 31st will get the beach pass in your hands before the hot beach weather hits.
o Your payment of dues goes towards beach and boat launch maintenance, payment of taxes, property insurance, any damages that are not covered by insurance, and towards activities.
• On June 1st, and thereafter, an additional late fee of $5.00 will be charged. The late policy will be enforced.
• Anyone who has unpaid dues from prior years will be required to pay a one-time administration fee of $40 in addition to this years’ dues, to become current.
• You may mail in your dues payment, pay in person, or you can choose to Venmo.
o Be prepared to provide your email address and mailing address when making your payment. We communicate via email. Beach passes will be sent via postal mail.
o To mail in your dues, mail to APIA, P.O. Box 26, N. Salem, NH 03073. In most cases, your beach pass will be mailed to you once payment is received.
o To pay in person, please contact Clare or Lisa
o If you want to Venmo, please contact Lisa (text or email) before you pay with Venmo. The Venmo ID and your mailing address can be verified at that time.
• One beach pass will be provided to each paid household and must accompany beach goers at all times. This will be strictly enforced.
• Any person from within the APIA boundaries that has not paid their dues cannot be a guest of another member.
Summer Activities – We’re always open to ideas for organized activities. In previous years, we’ve had a reptile show, ice cream trucks and Kona Ice visits, among other things. If you have a suggestion for this summer, please contact one of the officers and we’ll explore making it happen.
2026 APIA Schedule of Events
Sunday, April 26
Meeting # 1: 25 Hunt Street @ 10:00 AM - Planning set up for the season (buoys, raft)
Saturday, May 16
Beach & Cove clean up 9:00 AM (rain date May 17) Bring a rake
Sunday - May 31
Dues must be paid by May 31st to avoid the late fee.
Sunday, June 7
Meeting # 2: 25 Hunt Street @ 10:00 AM Sunday,
Sunday, July 12
Meeting # 3: 25 Hunt Street @ 10:00 AM Nomination Meeting
Sunday, Aug. 16
Meeting # 4: 25 Hunt Street @ 10:00 AM Voting for Officers
Sunday, Sept 13
Meeting # 5: 25 Hunt Street @ 10:00 AM Transfer Responsibilities
THIS IS A VOTING YEAR
2026 is a voting year to elect new officers for the next two years. APIA officers manage the strategic direction of the Association to ensure the continued protection, preservation and maintenance of the beach and boat launch. If you are interested in becoming an APIA officer, please notify any of the current officers listed at the bottom of the page. Nominations and voting are done during the regularly scheduled monthly meetings.
If you have any questions related to the APIA, please call any of the officers listed below between 11 AM and 5 PM or email us at apiasalem@gmail.com.
President: Lisa Harrington 978-375-1444
Vice President: Ken Rader 603-890-5554
Treasurer: Clare Chapman 978-569-5404
Secretary: Marie Collins
Wishing you a safe and enjoyable summer!
