Windermere January 2023

Contacts

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Jon Lyman | President | jonathan.lyman@yahoo.com

Rebecca Paterson | Vice-President | rebeccapaterson2@hotmail.com

George Aubrey | Treasurer | gfaubrey@gmail.com

Travis Barrs | Secretary | tsbarrs@gmail.com

Scott Tanner | Member at Large | bulldawgscott@yahoo.com

John Q Vaughan | Member at Large | attorney@jqvlaw.com

Paul Valcheff | Member at Large | paul@valcheff.com

COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS

Michèl Krahn | Tennis | windermeretenniscmt@gmail.com

Rebecca Paterson | ARC | Rebeccapaterson2@hotmail.com

Kristin McAfee | Social | k@funsizeevents.com

Joey Leonardo | Pool | joey@kyle-maynard.com

George Aubrey | Finance | gfaubrey@gmail.com

OFFICE INFORMATION

Hours: Mon-Fri, 9 am – 5 pm

Address: 4444 Front Nine Drive, Cumming GA 30041

Stacy Maguire | Activities Office 678-455-7708 ext. 2 | stacy.maguire@fsresidential.com

Seth Daugherty | Association Manager 678-455-7708 ext. 3 | seth.daugherty@fsresidential.com

After-Hours Emergency | 678-624-9453 ext. 2

Lexie Crowson | Compliance 678-455-7708 ext.1 | lexie.crowson@fsresidential.com

TENNIS OFFICE

Bobby Schindler | Tennis Director 770-598-8378 | schindlerb@comcast.net

OTHER IMPORTANT NUMBERS

FORSYTH CO. POLICE

NON-EMERGENCY 770-781-2222 (24 hr)

STREET MAINTENANCE To report a problem with street, curb or sidewalk, contact Jessica Harkins: jmharkins@forsythco.com

STREET LIGHT OUTAGE

Sawnee EMC | www.sawnee.com/report-streetlight

MAILBOX REPLACE/REPAIR Mailbox Project | 770-535-0036 www.mymailboxproject.com

FORSYTH CO. WATER DEPT. 770-781-2160

BOARD REMINDERS

AMENITY CARD REPLACEMENT

Windermere Amenity Cards are available to residents in good standing. Please stop by the clubhouse during office hours. Replacement cards are $10 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.

www.windermerecommunity.net www.facebook.com/windermerehoa

For more details, please contact stacy maguire windermereactivities@comcast.net 678-455-7708 ext.2 a special thank you to our 2022 event sponsors! our sponsors help make our great events possible! please support these businesses when you can!

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2023 Associ Ation Dues Remin D e R

Statements for the 2023 Association Dues were mailed out in November. If you have not received your statement please contact us right away so that we can assist you in making your payment. Failure to receive your statement or to notify us if you have not received it will not be considered a valid reason for making a late payment and late fees will still apply.

Again, this year, you have two options for payment of association dues: You may pay the entire amount of $1,400.00 at one time. Or, you can make two (2) payments of $700.00; the first payment is due January 1st and the second payment is due April 1st.

Please remember that assessments are due and payable on the 1st of the month. Payments received after the 1st of the month are considered late and are subject to a 10% late fee.* Please allow at least 1014 business days for receipt and processing of your payment. Payments are not posted instantly whether they are mailed to the lockbox, paid on-line via your personal bank, or the First Service on-line payment service.

When submitting your payment, please attach your statement. Additionally, please write your 14 digit account number on your payment. Your account number begins with Q113. If you use on-line bill pay please be sure that your bank has your complete account number and the correct P.O. Box information.

Payments should be made out to:

Windermere Community Association C/o FirstService Residential P.O. Box 30348 Tampa, FL 33630-3348

As always, the management team is here to address any questions or concerns that you may have. Please feel free to contact us at windermeremanager@com-

cast.net, windermereactivities@comcast.net or 678455-7708. We wish you a wonderful and safe Holiday Season and Happy New Year!

**Please note, if pre-paying account balances may reflect $0, as the assessments are not due until January 1st. The charge will be applied on or around this date. Also, payments are NO longer accepted at the Lodge office. Please use one of the above mentioned options for payment

Assessment Fees Made Easy! Make Your Payments Online!

We invite you to set up one time or automatic payments online through ClickPay, our online payment provider:

Signing up is easy: Log onto fsresidential.com and click on Make a Payment

Or Call 1-888-354-0135 and press Option 1

You can

*Pay by e-check at no cost

*Pay by credit or debit card for a nominal fee

*Set up automatic payments

*Pay from your phone or tablet

Mail a check to :

Windermere Community Association

C/o FirstService Residential P.O. Box 30348 Tampa, FL 33630-3348

Any questions? Visit clickpay.com/gethelp or call 1-888-354-0135 and press Option 1

JAnuARy DRill scHeDule

Monday 9:30am-11:00am Lady’s Open Drills

Friday 9:30am-11:00am Adult Open Drills

Friday 11:15am-12:30pm Reps, Reps and more Reps

Saturday 9:30am – 11:30am Adult Open Drills

Please contact Coach Bobby at schindlerb@comcast.net for pricing and further details.

WinDeRmeRe 12 & unDeR JunioR AcADemy

Classes are Tuesday and Thursday from 5:00-6:30 PM.

Players can attend one or two days a week.

Payments and commitment are requested at the beginning of each month. This will allow us to staff each class properly and assure all students are grouped with their appropriate level.

WinDeRmeRe HigH scHool AcADemy

Looking for information about drills for your high school age player?

Please contact Coach Bobby at schindlerb@comcast.net for pricing and further details.

We are pleased to announce that our tennis court reservations will now be handled by ReserveMyCourt.com. This service will allow you to check on court availability and make reservations from the internet, IPhone App, or Android App. All court reservations will be handled through this system going forward. Please follow the instructions in the link below to get started.

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Please remember there are multiple tools at our courts to help dry your courts. They each serve a specific purpose, so in order to extend the life of these tools, please use them accordingly. Upon arriving at your wet court, please use a roller or pull squeegee to spread out the large amounts of collected water. The BATT towels are to be used once the water has been dispersed to help dry the court in a more efficient manner. Please watch this quick video on the proper way to use the BATT towel here: https://battowel.com/video

Please remember to hang the squeegees and BATT towels back up on the inside of the fence when you have finished using them.

squeegees & BAtt toWels ARe HeRe foR youR RAiny-DAy Relief

Amy Weaver’s C8 Thursday Women, Katherine Mankin’s B7 Thursday Women, Amanda Ouzts’s C5 Sunday Women and Scott Arneson’s A6 Men all won their division. In addition, Beth Saren’s B3 Senior Women played into the third round of playoffs.

We have been informed by Red Oak Sanitation they are no longer able to support the small tub size recycling bins. Please contact Red Oat at 770-536-7868 to schedule for them to swap out your bin to the 95 gallon container. This is due to the transition of Red Oak using an automated truck for recycling services.

Reminder on Holiday Decorations

Holiday decorations are both permitted and encouraged and will not require approval by the ARC. However, such decorations may be installed no sooner than forty-five (45) days prior to the holiday and must be removed within ten (10) days after the holidays for which they are intended. With respect to Christmas lighting displays, they should not be illuminated until the day after Thanksgiving. ARC reserves the right to require the removal of decorations which do not comply with these guidelines or which, in the judgment of the ARC, pose a potential public safety risk.

Winter Wonderland

celebration last week!

you to all of the residents who attended the Holiday

We want to thank our sponsors for attending! our sponsors are what make these events so much fun for our families!

gA state tax credit

The Law Enforcement Strategic Support Act allows individual taxpayers to get a tax credit for contributions ($5k individual; $10k married) to a qualified law enforcement foundation beginning in the tax year 2023. You can make contributions to the 501C3 Heroes of Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office and those funds will be put to use in Forsyth County. This is a dollar for dollar credit on your tax payments.

In order to qualify for this credit, you need to apply for approval. Time is of the essence as the tax credit application process begins on January 1, and there is a cap of $3m for each law enforcement foundation, and $75m statewide.

Here is the link to all of the information.

https://www.forsythsheriff.org/heroes-foundation

open 24/7 except for cleaning monday, wednesday and Fridays from 9am-10am We are excited to bring back this great event! We are hosting the Andrews Brothers Dueling Piano show! Due to last year’s popularity, we are offering 2 seatings!

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.

Dueling PiAnos

1st seating: 6:30-8:30pm tickets are only $20 2nd seating: 9:00-11:00pm tickets are $25

*** Be sure to purchase from the correct seating you are interested in. No refunds will be issued for any reason!

Tickets include a dessert bar at the event. Tickets will go on sale Tuesday, February 1st. Tickets will be sold online only. Please check your email blasts for the sign up link!

The Andrews Brothers Dueling Piano Show was formed in 2002 by Damian Andrew Cartier and Mark Andrew Kovaly, both of whom performed at the Jellyroll’s Dueling Piano Club in Atlanta, Georgia. Since then, they

have entertained at several corporate events for Microsoft, Hooters, The Hard Rock Cafe, Phillips, Sony, IBM, The National EMS Convention, and shared a stage with acts such as The Blues Brothers and Cirque Du Soleil. They have also played countless weddings, parties, and social gatherings all across the country... Be sure to visit their facebook page https://www.facebook.com/theandrewsbrothers

SMTWTFS

New Year’s Day

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

ARC committee meeting 7PM

Finance Committee Meeting 2PM

Tennis Committee Meeting 6PM

Newgate BOD 6PM

Bridge 12:30PM Landscape Committee Meeting 4PM Wine Club 7PM

Bridge 12:30PM Board of Directors Meeting 7PM

Couples Bridge 6PM

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NewPetYears Resolutions

Another year has flown by again!!

This month, i would like to list some New Year’s resolutions from both owners and from pets (if i could talk for them!)

As owners, we all need to:

• Take our pups on more walks (if this is their desire) Yet don’t overdo each walk especially in the heat. Their paws can be sensitive and their bodies heat up fast.

• don’t leave them inside without a potty break for more than a few hours. Not good for them to “hold it”!

• Give them more loving (never can give too much)

• Clean their bowls on a consistent basis (residue forms quickly)

• Provide plenty of fresh water frequently

• don’t leave them out in the cold!

• Make sure they are getting the best food for their tummies

• Stay updated on vaccinations

Make sure their tags are current and they have a microchip

• Keep a close eye on them when doors leading out side are opened

• Beware of other dogs even if they appear to be nice. Just be cautious.

if our pups could talk, they might say they will:

• Bark less

• Sleep all night

• Bring the ball back to you

• Be nice to everyone (nice people, that is!)

• Tolerate the cat

• Poop on command

• Won’t escape when the door opens

• devote more time to quality napping

• Won’t take up too much space on the bed!!

• Be less scared of vacuum cleaners and doorbells

• Keep my paws off the counter

• Eat my own food and not focus on your plate

• Won’t stop to smell each blade of grass when we’re walking

• recognize the difference between hydrants and furniture

• Tolerate funny hats....... or NOT

Hope 2023 is a healthy and happy year for all you and your dear fur babies!

Susan Hartsfield Tanner

Windermere Pet Sitter 678-755-2931 bulldawgsusan@yahoo.com

sWim teAm neWs

The Windermere Waves are looking forward to the 2023 Season!

We hope 2023 is off to a wonderful start for everyone and we are eagerly awaiting summer even though it’s only January. The Windermere Waves Swim Team is in the process of planning its 20th season this summer. The Waves achieved great success last year by placing 5th out of 14 teams in the Forsyth County championship meet. We had many swimmers finish in the top 10 (and numerous in the top 3!) for their individual and relay events - we are so proud of all our swimmers, way to go Waves!

come join us in the swim team fun this summer - registration for the 2023 season will open by march 1, 2023! 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 Tuesday’s”, “Fun Friday’s”, themed meets and swimmer of the week awards.

Waves practices typically begin in early 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. We also have a Ripples program for our younger swimmers (usually 4-6 years old) who may not yet be ready for swim team with whom our coaches work closely learning water safety, floating, kicking and basic stroke work. Ripples is a 4-5 week program that begins in June after school is out.

Please see our website to stay current on all swim team information, registration news and events: https://windermerewaves.swimtopia.com/

We look forward to a fun and exciting 2023 season! GO WAVES!

contact Deirdre macbeth, team Representative, for any questions: deirdremacbeth@gmail.com

The Lodge at Windermere

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.

Visit our website www.windermerecommunity.net

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 (Monday-Thursday) 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.

arC requests

Does your home need some work? Are you thinking about renovating?

...Not

project needs approval?

Section 1.01 Modifications Requiring 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

(b) Fee for the process

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 $200. Please 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.

10 Winter Lawn Care Tips

1. Clear debris

Over the course of this season, leaves fall from trees, and perennial plants die out. Make sure to remove any of these leaves and other debris that has made contact with grass. Allowing debris to accumulate will cause dead patches on the lawn; so if a customer’s lawn is to be kept healthy, it is important to be mindful of debris and commit to its removal. Using a rigid leaf rake or a leaf blower, collect and mulch the debris.

2. Rake out moss and pull weeds

Remove moss that has accumulated in the less sunny parts of the lawn. Due to the change in season, light-blocking trees may have lost their foliage, so now is a good time to reseed these areas. In other areas, the soil could be low in grass-friendly nutrients, which may lead to the development of moss. Remove the moss as well as any weeds, roots, and anything developed in those areas.

3. Aerate the lawn

Fall is the perfect season to aerate the lawn. Heavy foot traffic and the weight of machinery may have caused soil beneath the grass to become compacted. Severely compacted soil can become cracked and dry, and lead to common landscaping problems, and poor nutrient uptake by the grassroots.

To remove compacted soil, use an aerating tool to perforate the lawn. Aerating provides extra air for the grass and allows water and nutrients to penetrate deeper into the soil, which promotes stronger roots. Use a plug remover for the best results, even if it takes more time. For basic aeration, your lawn care technicians can use a spiked wheel, but for larger lawns, motorized aerators are likely to provide the best results.

4. Overseed bare spots

Overseeding is a crucial step to making a thick, healthy, and weed-free lawn. You may have observed in your customers’ lawns that they are thin or weedy in spots; overseeding will help make the lawn better-looking without having to start from scratch. The overseeding process is as easy as loosening the soil and sprinkling it with additional seeds. A smaller lawn or isolated area can be seeded by hand; if you are working with a larger area, then a drop or rotary spreader may be helpful.

Because of their greater accuracy, drop spreaders are a good choice for larger areas. This increased accuracy is especially useful when working with flower gardens, sidewalks, and ponds. Drop spreaders will distribute seeds at approximately the same distance consistently. If you need to cover a larger area, a broadcast spreader will allow you to cover an area three to four times larger than with a drop spreader.

Keep in mind, however, that while a broadcast spreader will allow you to cover a larger area more quickly, you are losing the precision and accuracy that you get with a drop spreader. Regardless of which tool you are using, it is important to keep the soil moist after seeding if you are to get the results that you expect.

5. Prune trees and shrubs

Winter can be dangerous. Wind, rain, and snow from winter storms can cause damage to shrubs and trees. If they are to heal properly, regular pruning is necessary. Pruning a tree stimulates growth and encourages the healing process. Keeping a tree properly trimmed will help make sure a tree recovers from wounds and damage during the winter months.

Proper pruning doesn’t merely stimulate growth but also makes a tree ready to take on the destructive insects and pathogens that come with the warmer weather. However, not all trees and shrubs need to be pruned early in the winter season. While dead and diseased branches are pruned, overgrown branches can be appropriately trimmed to maintain a tree’s structure.

When it comes to shrubs, pruning them during dormant times makes their recovery easy for next year’s bloom. When your lawn care technicians take measures to prune a shrub before any new growth starts, they can enable the shrub to devote its energy towards growth as spring rolls in. Pruning and trimming trees and shrubs in winter is easy as their foliage is missing in their dormant months.

6. Mow high Lawn mowing is the last item on a winter property maintenance checklist. However, failing to mow the lawn before winter sets in can lead to an array of trouble ranging from water buildup to fungal growth and pest infestations as the temperature changes. You can stay clear of these winter lawn care troubles by making lawn moving an important part of your winter care checklist.

As the height of the grass is directly proportional to the health and depth of the roots, grasses must be half an inch higher than the standard summer height. Leaving the grass longer than usual will promote root growth and result in a thicker and healthier-looking lawn as spring arrives.

7. Fertilize the lawn Winterizers, i.e., winter fertilizers, play a crucial role in encouraging food storage and promoting proper root growth during the dormant months. While proper application of fertilizers after the final mowing will help the lawn survive the damaging effects of cold winter, overfertilization can cause unhealthy growth.

On the other hand, applying winterizers too early can prevent your lawn from reaching its full potential. If your customers wait for too long to apply winterizers, their lawns may fall prey to ice and frost. Hence, it is crucial to get the timing right. Although the prime application time is usually November, some lawns may need winterizers a bit early before the cold settles in.

8. Protect sensitive plants

Plants are susceptible to injuries caused by cold weather. Winter mulching is a great way to protect your sensitive plants and shrubs from erosion and loss of water. Your lawn care technicians can use different organic materials like straw, bark, pine needles, and chopped corn cobs to create a 2-inch mulch near the soil.

Anti-transpirant sprays offer a protective waxy coating that reduces water loss in leaves. Also, burlap wrapping can shield plants from salt spray and harsh winter winds. Tying branches together can help plants deal better with snow buildup.

9. Ensure winter watering

Even normal-looking plants and shrubs may suffer from dryness and frost resulting in dead roots. Winter watering is a neat little trick to strengthen grassroots and help them withstand cold temperatures. As soil holds moisture longer in winter, watering the lawn occasionally, even every other week is sufficient.

10. Apply pre-emergent herbicides

Pre-emergent herbicides can help control winter weeds effectively. They act as a barrier between the soil and the germinated seedlings, thus preventing them from sprouting out of the soil. For best results, they need to be applied in the late fall when the temperature drops below 70 F.

Bonus: Spray dormant oils on fruit trees

Spraying dormant oils in winter can control damage caused by insects in spring. Soft-bodied insects and pests like aphids, mites, caterpillars, and more are more vulnerable during the winter. Dormant oils like horticultural oils don’t merely prevent fungal spores but also kill the eggs of insects. Best of all, these low-impact pesticides never harm pollinators.

Carla Roberts M D, PhD