About QMW
Quail Meadows West is a group of 115 homes but a community of neighbors who feel life should be lived within a social framework. Gated and impeccably maintained, this private and gated community offers many activities and amenities not found in your typical association. We enjoy our community clubhouse, swim in the heated swimming pool, bask in the large spa or play billiards in the library.
2025 SEPTEMBER Newsletter​
Attention all homeowners and residents,
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A Coyote has been seen in the area (down in the park). Please use caution. Bring your pets in at night. If you are walking your dogs be on the lookout. I have contacted SB county wildlife control. If you spot other wildlife please let them know. Their number is (858) 467-4201. Website is https://wildlife.ca.gov/Regions/5
Rodents in the neighborhood feeding on fruit trees.
Every year we get calls regarding rats, mice and opossums in the neighborhood. Being proactive with traps or contacting pest control companies to set baited traps and removing all fruit off your trees will limit your exposure. Get Rid of Raccoons
A Raccoon has been spotted in the community. Raccoons are omnivores, meaning they eat both plants and animals. Their diet is very diverse, ranging from insects and rodents (mice and rats) to fruits, berries, nuts, and even garbage, in natural habitats, they favor food found near water like crayfish, frogs, and fish. In urban areas, they are known to be opportunistic scavengers, often raiding trash cans and bird feeders.
There are various precautions that homeowners can take to try to avoid a raccoon infestation from taking root. First, raccoons can find access into homes through broken vents, holes, uncapped chimneys and other openings along the roof, which is why homeowners should regularly inspect, repair and seal any of these or other potential points of entry. Loose siding and shingles should also be repaired, and it’s also helpful to install a mesh cover or cap over chimneys and other exposed openings to prevent entry.
Raccoons are very adept at learning how to open garbage cans, so if trash cans are kept out in the open, it’s best to use tightly fitting, animal-proof lids to avoid unwanted attention from hungry raccoons on the prowl for food. Birdseed, bird feeders, cat food/dog food containers and fountains should also be removed, as they are sources of sustenance to raccoons and other wildlife. Likewise, built up debris, brush and leaves can serve as perfect hiding spots and dwellings for raccoons, so it’s important to regularly rid the yard of these piles.
I tried calling “animal control” and they directed me to SB County Wild Animal Control.
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Jeff had more trees trimmed out in the walking trail and the grass in the basin was cut. I expect the fire has pushed some animals down into our area.
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We have had some soliciting in the community. When someone comes to your door…PLEASE tell them to leave and inform them this is private property and we have a zero soliciting policy. I have made every effort to tell them to leave, but like most things it takes all to stand up and turn them away.
M. Anderson
"Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress.
Working together is success."
Henry Ford.
