Resident Resources
How can we help?
Community Guidelines & Resources
Where can I find the rules and regulations for my community?
The Community Guidelines outlines the community guidelines for The Timbers.
How do I contact my Community Office?
The Timbers Leasing Office
8925 Main StreetFort Drum, NY 13603
T (315) 777 8000
F (315) 773 8594
[email protected]
Community Manager: Michelle Nichols
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 146Black River, NY 13612
Mountain Community Homes Main Office
9035 S. Riva Ridge LoopFort Drum, NY 13602
T (315) 955 6800
F (315) 773 8594
Are pets allowed?
Yes, we gladly welcome four-legged family members at The Timbers! Please see the Animal Policy for more information about our pet policy and information about breed and weight restrictions.
Are there any special safety features or tips about my home or community I should know about?
We have put together a short video highlighting
fire, child, water and neighborhood safety.
Click Here to watch the
video
I'm going to be out of town for a while. Is there anyone who can keep an eye on my house?
Fill out a Home Absence Notification Form, and turn it into the leasing office.
Maintenance & Pest Control
How do I report a maintenance issue?
Conveniently schedule all routine service requests using the Centinel Communities App or Resident Portal! Permission to Enter (PTE) is not required. Schedule multiple service requests at once and even reschedule appointments at your convenience!
Not registered yet? It only takes a minute!
- Open the Centinel Communities App
- Tap Request Maintenance, then click “First Time User?”
- Register using the email address associated with your resident portal account.
Need help? CLICK
HERE to view the Quick Start Guide and FAQs.
When your next routine needs arise, simply log into the App, tap
Request Maintenance, and use the self-scheduling tool to request
service on your terms. (TIP: Opt to “Save Password” to skip
extra steps next time!)
If you are experiencing an urgent or emergency issue in your home,
contact the Maintenance Solution Center (MSC) at (315)
955-6650 as soon as possible.
Routine vs. Urgent/Emergency – What’s the Difference?
- Routine: Issues like screen repairs or dripping faucets.
- Urgent: Could lead to an emergency if left unaddressed (e.g., clogged toilet).
- Emergency: Immediate risk to health, safety, or property such as smoke, fire, or flood.
The MSC is here for your urgent & emergency needs!
- US-based representatives with strong facilities knowledge
- Call back feature offered to avoid wait times
- Appointment notifications and reminders
- Superior response and specialized technician assignments
Don’t forget to download the Centinel Communities App and enable notifications to receive an alert when the maintenance technician is on their way to your home!
Are any items available for pick-up by residents?
We are pleased to offer residents a convenient
Self-Help option for replacement items for your home. Our team
looks forward to helping you with your Self-Help item needs at the
Timbers community office.
Items available include:
- Light bulbs
- Ceiling fan bulbs
- Furnace & AC filters
- Touch-up paint
- Blind slats wands
- Non-Chemical Pest Management Products (including glue boards, traps, and bait stations)
Your Community's Integrated Pest Management Program
As part of our commitment to environmental
protection, resident safety, and pet welfare, The
Timbers wants to familiarize you with our Integrated Pest
Management (IPM) program. Your community is on federal property,
meaning the use of pesticides is regulated by federal law. The
primary goal is to ensure effective pest control while minimizing
environmental impact and reducing unnecessary exposure to
pesticides for our residents, their families, and pets.
Here's what you can expect from our IPM program:
- Preventive Strategies
- Monitoring and Assessment
- Non-Chemical Control Methods
- Targeted Pesticide Application
- Education and Awareness
Click here to view the Integrated Pest Management FAQ
If you are experiencing increased pest activity in or around your home that you are unable to address with non-chemical control methods or over-the-counter pest products, please contact the MSC to schedule an appointment. Please reach out to your property management team with any questions or concerns regarding pest management in your community.
Home Alterations
How do I submit requests to alter my home?
The Timbers does allow limited modifications within
the homes.
For modification requests, please review and submit the
home improvement request
form.
Utilities
Where can I find more information about The Timbers utility billing program?
Click here for more information on our utility billing program.
Where can I find a copy of my water quality report?
Click here to view the most current Fort Drum water quality report.
Refuse & Recycling
Please recycle plastic, metal, glass, paper and
cardboard in the designated recycling areas
only. Click here to review our
Recycling Guide.
To learn how to properly dispose of Hazardous Household Waste &
Electronic Waste, click here to view our brochure.
Renters Insurance
Is renters insurance required?
Beginning April 1, 2023, renters insurance is
required at time of move-in and must be maintained at all times
during residency with The Timbers at the expense of the resident.
Renters insurance protects you from claims for property damage and
physical injury caused by or to you, a member of your family or a
guest while living in your home. The lease requires proof of
insurance coverage meeting the minimum requirements with The
Timbers named as an interested party at time of move-in.
Minimum Required Insurance Coverage:
- Limits of liability in an amount of at least $100,000 per occurrence
The Timbers strongly recommends you add
property insurance to cover losses or damage to your personal
belongings or the personal belongings of your family or
guests. Please keep in mind that The
Timbers will not cover the loss of or damage
to your personal property or the personal property of your family
members or guests.
You may choose any renters insurance provider. We offer
ResidentShield to residents as an easy and affordable option for
renters insurance. Visit www.residentshield.com/centinel for more
information or to sign up today!
If you fail to obtain and maintain liability insurance as required
by your lease, you will be in violation of your obligation under
the lease. For more information, click here.
Environmental Resources
During your leasing process we provided a Mold 101
Guide that discusses prevention, identification, and the procedure
for reporting concerns to your maintenance team. Please immediately
notify the Maintenance Solution Center if you discover a leak or
suspect water intrusion of any kind in your home. To revisit the
guide for prevention and reporting tips, please click here.
Additionally, click here to revisit
the EPA’s Lead Based Paint brochure provided with your lease
packet.
Departing Residents
I'm moving. What now?
Our goal is to make your move as smooth and stress-free as possible. Check out our Resources for Departing Residents page for important information and details on the move-out process.
Provide Feedback
Tell us how we're doing!
Our team is committed to providing you with great customer service and community programs. Feedback you provide through SatisFacts surveys help us make improvements that are important to you. Click here to provide us with feedback about services received from our leasing, maintenance, and community teams. We also encourage you to share your ideas and suggestions to improve services and enhance community activities and programs.
Tenant Bill of Rights / Tenant Responsibilities
Click here to view a copy of the
Tenant Bill of Rights.
Click here to view a copy of the
Tenant Responsibilities.
Dispute Resolution Process
What is the process to escalate a concern related to my home or community?
Informal Dispute Resolution
Process – All Residents
The Timbers takes resident concerns very seriously and desires to
address and resolve any issues in a timely manner to the
satisfaction of all parties involved.
Click here to view a copy of our informal
dispute resolution process as well as key points of contact
available to assist you with your concerns.
Formal Dispute Resolution
Process – Active Duty Residents
Our vision is to provide outstanding communities where military
families live, work, and thrive. If you do not feel your concerns
have been effectively addressed in a timely manner through the
informal dispute resolution process above, a formal dispute
resolution process which involves the Military Housing Office and
the Installation Command has been outlined in Schedule 3 of the
NDAA Universal Lease for Active Duty residents. To view the details
of this program available for you or to begin the process, click here.
Click here to view the
Department of The Army Memorandum CPM 600-24, Subject: Command
Policy Memorandum – U.S. Army Materiel Command (AMC) Universal
Lease and Dispute Resolution Policy Guidance for Privatized
Military Housing. This memo outlines the detailed process for
Army locations.
We are committed to providing an exceptional resident experience
while you call The Timbers home. Please reach out to your
community office with any questions or to
escalate a concern related to your home or community.
For more information about the dispute resolution process for
Active Duty residents, please visit https://home.army.mil/drum/index.php/contact/housing-concerns.