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Writing a quick note to give everyone an update on Ranch things.
- The house solar system is installed and working quite well. Lighting, vacuum, appliances all work, and the system is generating plenty of power. We have not had any instructions (or even a manual) on the several pieces of equipment and plan on requesting this from John Takes.
- The water pump is sitting in the garage. John, Allan, and my dad felt it would be best to wait until the new water system is installed for various reasons.
- The start date for the new water line, tanks, etc. is January 17th, weather permitting. My dad is planning to go up and oversee the project, but it is not clear how long it will take. We anticipate knowing more about timing and process after the first few days. Of course, it depends on what they run into when digging.
- The new refrigerator and range have been delayed many times. Supply chain issues. The current delivery date is mid-January but I fully expect that to change. Who knows. In the meantime, my dad and I are working on installing a new power line and water line for the new appliances. Lots of details for this "little" project but it is an indoor project so can be done during winter months. Plan is to work on in January and ready before appliances arrive.
- Allan has winterized the current water system. Upper tank full, pool valve closed, etc.
- All but a couple bat entry/exit points have been closed at garage. Next steps cannot happen until Spring as bats are hibernating. The "exit only" device will be installed at that time near the new deluxe bat house. Anyway, all this requires nice weather to do it properly and humanely.
- Plenty of road improvement road work has been happening thanks to our neighbors (not Gaithers). Speaking of the Gaithers, they have installed two huge tent structures that look like something from a military operation. They are blue. No idea what those are for. Your guess is as good as mine.
- Vince and I put together the new vinyl shed - major pain in the ass. I'll never do that again. Anyway, it is up and ready to put things in.