Windermere Amenity Cards are available to residents in good standing. Please stop by the clubhouse during office hours. Replacement cards are $25 each. Check or money order ONLY. No cash or credit cards accepted.
LOST PET/ANIMAL DISTURBANCES
Please contact Forsyth County Animal Control at 770-781-2138 to report your lost pet or if you see animals roaming free and not on a leash, especially if you deem that animal to be aggressive in any way.
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Annual Assessment Reminder
The second installment of the annual assessments is due on or before April 1st. Payments received after that date are subject to a 10% late fee.
Please remember to mail or submit payments at least 10-14 days prior to the due date.
Payments may also be paid online at www.clickpay.com .
Be sure to include your account number with your payment in order to ensure your payment is posted to the correct account.
Per the Windermere Financial Policies and Procedures, late fees will not be waived under any circumstances.
***Please remember when setting up automatic payments to select Pay a fixed amount and enter $700.00. ***
SWIM TEAM NEWS
Come join us in the swim team fun this summer - registration for the 2025 season opens on March 1st!
The Waves swim team is a recreational team open to all children 5 years or older who can swim 25 yards unassisted. We focus on building stroke technique, team camaraderie and enjoyment for the sport. Swimmers will learn how to do all 4 strokes - freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly (freestyle and backstroke only for 6 & under age group). Swimmers will also enjoy fun activities such as treat days, “Fun Friday’s”, themed meets and swimmer of the week awards. Waves practices begin in May and continue through the end of June. Swim meets are usually held every Thursday in June (5:30pm start time) at local Forsyth neighborhoods with 2-3 meets taking place at home in Windermere.
Not quite ready for swim team? We also have a Ripples program for younger swimmers (4-6 years old) with whom our coaches work closely learning water safety, floating, kicking and basic stroke work. Ripples is a 4-5 week program that begins on May 27th after school is out.
Please see our website for registration links: https://windermerewaves.swimtopia.com/. Registration fees, tentative practice and meet schedules, volunteer requirements and general team information are available on our website. Registration fees include a team t-shirt (must register by April 30th), league fees, team celebrations/treats and end of season banquet.
**For the Ripples feeder program ONLY, there are a limited number of spots available and registrations are processed on a first-come, first-served basis so please register at your earliest opportunity if interested. Registration is open to Windermere residents first through March 15th.**
There will be a swimsuit fitting in late March or early April at the Windermere Lodge - check our website for further updates. 2025 parent information with all major topics for the season will also soon be available for review on our website. We look forward to a fun and exciting 2025 season! GO WAVES!
Annual Pool Stickers
All residents who have paid their full annual assessment ($1,400) for 2025 and have a zero balance on their account may begin claiming their pool stickers now.
Stickers are available at the lodge during normal business hours, Monday through Friday.
Important Information Regarding Receiving Your Pool Stickers!
When receiving your pool stickers, you will be asked to acknowledge that you have read and will comply with the Pool Rules. The current pool rules and acknowledgment form are available on our website by clicking here https://windermerecommunity.net/ page/13899~635245/pool-stickers-pool-rules. Please complete the Acknowledgement in its entirety and bring it with you to the Lodge when you pick up your stickers. Please note, the form must be signed by the homeowner. Children, Nannies, and other Relatives are not able to sign the form in place of the homeowner.
YOU ARE REQUIRED TO BRING YOUR ACCESS CARDS WITH YOU. NO STICKERS WILL BE GIVEN OUT FOR ANY ACCESS CARDS NOT PRESENTED IN THE OFFICE.
Only 2 ACTIVE Access Cards** are allowed per household. The Staff will only be allowed to activate and provide a pool sticker for a maximum of 2 cards.
* The lodge office may be closed during normal business hours on certain days for lunch between 1pm and 2pm and/or as needed for site inspections. **Replacement cards are available for purchase. The cards are $25.00 payable either by check or money order only (no cash or
2025Graduation Banners
If you have a High School Graduate and would be willing to coordinate the banner for your section, please contact the office at windermereactivities@comcast.net no later than April 1st.
Once a coordinator for all neighborhoods has been confirmed we will provide their information to everyone. Be on the lookout for emails and Facebook posts in the near future
Current Coordinator contact information:
• ARDEN GREENS-
• BENNINGTON- Diego Nigrinis dilisoju@gmail.com
• CASTLETON-
• EDENHAM –
• FARRINGTON-
• GOLF VILLAGE (DEVONSHIRE, KENSINGTON, LANDSDOWNE)-
• GRANDVIEW-
• HEATHROW –
• MUIRFIELD-
• NEWGATE-
• OSTERLEY-
• SOUTHGATE-
Each section will be able to put up 1 sign at their entrance monument. The sign must be a white background with black writing and can contain the School name, logo and Graduate names. The signs may be put up no earlier than May 15th and must be removed no later than June 15th.
your home need some work? Are you thinking about renovating? Not sure if your project needs approval?
Most projects that are performed to a home or lot require prior approval from the Association.
ContactusatWindermereactivities@comcast.net • Asareminder,theARCRequestprocessisoutlined below. FOR A COMPLETE COPY OF THE ARC GUIDELINES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE
Section1.01ModificationsRequiring Approval
Every structure or thing which is placed, erected, or installed upon any Unit and all improvements or other work (including staking, clearing, excavation, grading, and other site work, exterior alterations of existing improvements, or planting or removal of landscaping) which takes place within Windermere, must be in compliance with the Declaration and the Architectural Guidelines. New construction or any change or modification that is visible from the outside of a residence is subject to these guidelines and the authority and approval of the ARC.
Section 1.02 Submittals
(a)Process
A three-step process as follows:
(i)Complete online Application for Modification form
(ii) Gather required supporting documentation
(iii) Submit Application and supporting documentation to the Property Manager – PLEASE NOTE THE DATE RECEIVED BY THE PROPERTY MANAGER MAY DIFFER FROM THE DATE PRINTED ON THE ONLINE APPLICATION FOR MODIFICATION FORM
(b)Feefortheprocess
There are no fees for the standard review process for ARC Applications. However, per the Financial Policies and Procedures Applications to the Architectural Review Committee for changes, alterations, additions, or deletions to property by delinquent homeowners will not be considered until all obligations for that individual property are resolved.
Certain projects such as but not limited to, an addition to a residence, new construction and pool/courtyard additions may require review from a licensed architect. These types of projects shall be subject to additional review fees as determined by the Board or their designee. The property owner will receive notification of additional fees once an application has been submitted and all fees must be paid prior to starting the review process. Fees are payable via check or money order.
If you wish to expedite the standard review process for your ARC Application which would not require review by a licensed architect rush fees will be charged as follows:
Approval in 2-4 Days once a complete form is submitted - $100 fee payable at the time of submission.
Approval in 5-7 Days once a completed from is submitted - $50 fee payable at the time of submission.
At the discretion of the Association Manager, certain projects may not be permitted to be rushed.
Applications may be submitted at any time, with an average processing time of 14 business days. Please plan ahead for all projects, including holiday and birthday gifts. Failure to receive prior approval for any and all projects is subject to sanctions for violation including unapproved modification fines starting at $350. Contact us at windermereactivities@comcast.net if you do not receive a decision letter.
Ensure all required documentation including but not limited to: (paint samples, roof shingles, plat/ survey site, materials lists, renderings, etc.) are included with your application. Failure to provide the required documentation may result in the application not being accepted or delays in the processing time.
Door to Door Solicitor Quick Reference
• Solicitor or canvesser means any person who solicits orders or appointments on behalf of a firm, corporation, company, association, partnership, or individual for any goods, wares, services, or merchandise or other things of value, from house to house.
• Permit/Badge from Sheriff’s Office shall be worn on shoulder where resdily visible.
• No solicitor signs must now be on EVERY property, not just neighborhood entrance.
• Nosolicitor/canvasser shall enter a home without the express invitation of the occupant or owner. If a “no soliciting” sign, is posted, no solicitation shall occur.
• If a “no solicitation” sign is posted. no handbills shall be left on property. Irrespective of whether an individual is a solicitor/canvasser, any person who distributes handbills on property containing a “nosoliciting” sign shall be in violation of this ordinance and subject to citation.
• Nothing can be placed on or in mailboxes. This is a federal crime with a $5,000 fine for individuals per item and $10,000 for businesses. To report this contact Postal Inspectors online, or call 1-877-876-2455.
“Ordinance: Door to Door Salesman No Permit” 22-163
Here are two links for “No Soliciting” signage which meets the standard for the community, and do not require a Request for Modification form.
Other signage that is the same design to include shape, size and color will be deemed acceptable. You may purchase your no soliciting signage from any vendor, however if you would like to utilize any other form of signage it must be submitted to the ARC for review and approval.
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Saturday, April 12 1:00PM - 2:30PM
What to look forward to:
• EGG HUNT – will begin promptly at 1:15PM for all ages!
• EASTER BUNNY with photo op!
• AIRBRUSH TATTOOS
• COTTON CANDY STATION ** limited quantities
• DJ
• PRIZE EGGS
• PETTING ZOO
If your children will be participating in the egg hunt, please bring 12 candy or toy filled eggs per child to the activities office by Friday, April 11. Eggs can be dropped off anytime in the box provided by the front door.
Spring g arage Sale
Saturday, April 19th
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The Lodge at Windermere
2025 LODGE RENTALS
Full rental calendar is now open. Please check community website https:// windermerecommunity.net/ Calendar/13899~4564#events for availability.
All assessments must be current to place a rental.
The primary purpose of the Amenities within Windermere are to promote fellowship among property owners. The use of the facility is generally intended to be limited to owners, their families and their personal guests. The Lodge is generally available for rental for private events by Windermere owners Weekdays (MondayThursday) and Weekends (Friday-Sunday). For complete details regarding rental time slots and fees please see the Rental Contract on our website www.windermerecommunity.net
Reservations are taken on a first come, first serve basis. The reservation occurs upon the receipt of all fees and a signed contract agreement. Verbal holds will not be accepted under any circumstances.
Lodge Hours:
Monday-Friday 9am-5pm
Closed Saturday and Sunday
Gym Closed every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9am-10am for Deep Cleaning
PLEASE REMEMBER THAT YOUR ACCESS CARD IS REQUIRED FOR ENTRY TO LODGE. We will be onsite Monday-Friday to assist you. Should you have any questions or concerns please let us know.
FORREQUIRED ENTRY TO LODGE
Visit our website www.windermerecommunity.net
MARCH DRILL SCHEDULE
Wednesday 6:30pm-8:00pm • Adult Open Drills Friday 9:30am-11:00am • Adult Open Drills Friday 11:15am-12:30pm • Reps, Reps and more Reps
Please contact Coach Bobby at schindlerb@comcast.net for pricing and further details.
RESOURCE CENTER
• Questions about joining a USTA or ALTA team? Contact the tennis committee at windermeretenniscmt@gmail. com.
• Questions about adult or junior drills? Contact Coach Bobby at schindlerb@comcast.net
• Need to Reserve a Court? Download the Reserve My Court app at ReserveMyCourt.com. Both tennis and pickle ball court reservations can be made on the app. Please follow the instructions at the following link to get started https://windermerecommunity.net/ page/13899~227421/how-to-reservea-court
• Windermere Tennis General and League Play Rules and Guidelines can be found at (scan QR code)
A Few Notes From the Tennis Committee
• The Committee meets on the Third Tuesday of every month at 5PM.
o If any Resident would like to present a topic to the Committee, please email your request to WindermereTennisCmt@gmail.com.
o For any tennis/pickleball related questions, please email the committee at WindermereTennisCmt@gmail.com.
• Resident Use: The Tennis and Pickleball facilities are for resident use. There is a maximum of three non-resident guests per resident for each reserved court.
• The Pickleball Courts will be resurfaced the week of April 28th (weather permitting) and will be down for about a week.
• Tennis Courts 7/8 & 9/10 will be pressure washed this month. Those Courts will not be available for two days.
• Court lighting is on a timer (6PM to 11PM). Please use the light switches at the courts to turn on lights. Do not attempt to open the fuse box or adjust the timers.
• Please help keep our courts clean. After playing, throw trash away, recycle used balls, reset tables and chairs, and turn off court lights and gazabo heaters/fans.
Golf Cart Laws and Safety on Roadways
The Board of Directors is asking for your cooperation and assistance. We as a Board are very concerned about the rise of unlicensed youths operating golf carts.
In the event you don’t know the Georgia laws in this area, please see the information below that was prepared by the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office. The bottom line is that no person should be at the wheel of a golf cart unless they have a valid drivers’ license.
In the coming weeks, the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office will be stepping up enforcement of the Georgia Code. If the situation doesn’t resolve itself, the Sheriff’s Office has informed us that parents may be ticketed for allowing their children to illegally operate these vehicles.
As always, please call 911 or the non-emergency number at 770-781-3087 to report suspicious persons as well as unsafe or illegal operation of a motor vehicle.
Windermere Board of Directors
A golf cart, legally defined as a motorized cart, may operate on roadways when all of the following elements of law are met:
1) Operate during daylight hours only (O.C.G.A. 40-6-330). May, however, operate at night if they meet the equipment requirements of 49 Code of Federal Registry 571.500: headlights, taillights, brake lights, and turn signals;
2) Operate only on a roadway with a posted maximum speed limit of 35 MPH or less (O.C.G.A. 40-6-362);
3) Must be equipped with an amber strobe light that is visible for 500 feet to the rear and front (O.C.G.A. 40-6-362)
4) The operator possesses a valid driver’s license (O.C.G.A. 40-5-20 and Coker v. State, Georgia Court of Appeals. June 13, 2003);
5) Slow Moving Emblem (16 inch red/orange retro-reflective triangle) is visibly attached to the rear (O.C.G.A. 40-8-4 (a)).
Other Restrictions:
6) Impeding the normal flow of traffic is prohibited: a golf cart or other may not drive “at such a slow speed as to impede the normal and reasonable movement of traffic” (O.C.G.A. 40-6-184), e.g., operating in a 35 mph zone that prevents a following vehicle from driving the posted speed limit.
7) Occupants: Children under the age of 6 prohibited from riding as a passenger, for “a child passenger restraining system” shall be provided in all passenger vehicles (O.C.G.A. 48-8-76). Occupants must only ride in a proper seat position.
Legal exemptions: Registration (tag) is not required (40-2-20 exempts motorized carts), and Insurance is not required (34-33-2 only registered vehicles require Insurance).
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Lodge & Fitness Center
Please read all posted signs before entering the gym. Although we have increased gym cleaning by our professional cleaning company to 3 times per week, as a courtesy to other residents of your community, please remember to always clean equipment before/after usage, and employ social distancing. Lastly, please limit your work out to no more than 2 hours when others are wanting to use the facility.
OPEN 24/7
Except for cleaning
Monday, Wednesday and Fridays from 9am-10am
The fitness center is open to all Windermere residents 7 days a week.
• The center is closed for deep cleaning every Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings from 9 AM to 10 AM.
• Exercise at your own risk.
• No one under 15 is allowed in the fitness center without adult supervision.
• Supervised children over the age of 12 are allowed to use the equipment.
• You must be current on your dues to access the fitness center
Coyote alert
There have recently been some coyote sightings in our area so I did some research on this wild canine and learned these facts below.
Height: - 1.9 - 2.2 feet (adult, at shoulder)
Weight - 15 - 46 lbs (adult)
• Known as American Jackal”
• Native to North America
• Versatile - able to adapt to and expand into environments modified by humans. Urban coyotes are common in many cities.
• Pointed ears, narrow muzzles & bushy tails
• Coloring is usually a mix of gray, tan and black but can range from black to strawberry blonde.
• Primarily carnivorous. Diets consist of deer, rabbits, hares, rodents, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and invertebrates. However, they may also eat fruits and vegetables on occasion.
• Characteristic vocalization is a howl and has been described as the most vocal of all “wild” North American mammals.
• Coyote attacks on humans are uncommon and rarely cause serious injuries.
• They are often attracted to dog food and animals that are small enough to appear as prey. Items such as garbage, pet food and sometimes feeding stations for birds & squirrels attract coyotes into backyards.
• Coyotes probably carry the largest number of diseases and parasites due to their wide range and varied diet.
• If you encounter a coyote, LEAVE IT ALONE. If it approaches, make yourself appear as large as possible by making loud noises to scare it away. If you have a dog, keep it on a leash and behind you or pick it up.
• Coyotes normally appear more between dusk and dawn, but can be ctive 24 hours a day. They can be seen more during the daytime hours in the Spring and Summer, as they are giving birth and raising their young.
DO NOT CALL 911 if you spot a coyote. Contact your local animal control or wildlife agency. And thank you for posting a sighting on our WINDERMERE RESIDENTS FACEBOOK PAGE to make us all aware!
Susan Hartsfield Tanner
Windermere Pet Sitter 678-755-2931
bulldawgsusan@yahoo.com
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