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Glider Storage Containers

SHGA has a limited number of on-site glider storage spaces that are available to club members. Just like snowflakes, no two spaces are exactly alike, and some of those differences are reflected in their rental prices.

West box (Box A)
The west box is the cheapest option. The rate depends on the length of tenancy, and is $200/year, or $60/quarter, or $25/month. It is cheapest because the slots are narrow (12" diameter) and can be a tight fit for those fat gliders. Also the supports are tubes cut in half. The glider doesn't have as much protection, but the units are individually locked and you don't have to move somebody else's glider to get to yours. The west box opens on the north side towards the lawn. This means you have to put your glider away in the dark after you get back from that long road trip. On the other hand, if you fly Kagel you don't have to walk as far to put your glider away.

East box (Box B)
The top row of spaces in the East box cost $220/year, or $70/quarter, or $25/month. All the other spaces cost $240/year, or $75/quarter, or $30/month. Each glider is fully enclosed in a large tube (14" diameter) that makes it easy to slide in and out. Spaces in the top row can accept long tandem gliders, but are more difficult to reach. The doors open to the south so you can use your car headlights for illumination at night.

Storage under the pavilion (Box C)
There are currently eight storage spaces under the pavilion, and more are being added in response to demand. They rent for $250/year, or $75/quarter, or $30/month. These have extra large tubes (15" diameter) with tight-fitting doors for the best protection from weather and animals. They are especially convenient after a day of flying, but are not as accessible from the parking lot.

All storage spaces
There are some things that are common to all storage units. You have to sign an agreement, which specifies the terms of use (you give up your right to sue the Club for injury or loss). Fees are payable in advance. Quarterly and Annual tenants are sent a renewal notice two to three weeks before payment comes due. Payment is considered overdue after the 10th of the month. Past due amounts accrue at the monthly rate and there is a $10 late fee.

To insure prompt acknowledgment, it is best NOT to put your check in the drop box. Complete payment information is contained in the notice. Monthly customers do not get a bill (I usually track them down in the LZ). The Club is authorized to withhold possession of the glider until past due fees are paid. Twenty days written notice is required either to end the agreement or when renewal is due. You are responsible to close and lock the outer doors if you MIGHT be the last pilot using the container that day. Glider storage is available to SHGA members only, since we are not a commercial self-storage facility. You cannot sublease your space. Also the Manager (me) is not authorized to demand or receive any money or compensation other than the normal storage fees and late fees.

A graphic view of prices



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Glider Storage Contracts
West box
East box (top row)
East box (other rows)
Under pavilion

Glider Storage Manager:
Jay Devorak
(818) 633-4668 (cell)
(818) 285-4304 (work)
e-mail: storage@shga.com

Send payments to:
Jay Devorak
10799 Sherman Grove Ave., #49
Sunland, CA 91040


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