Mundy Mill Spring 2023

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Spring 2023

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HELLO SPRING!

We hope that everyone is enjoying the warmer weather. This is a good time to enjoy a nature walk to see our lovely community. A nature walk will be a great way for residents to explore the community. It is also a good opportunity to promote green practices, recycling, conservation, and keeping the community clean in general.

SCHOOL DANCES AND GRADUATIONS ARE BEING PLANNED!

If you have a graduate this year, you may put out signs of Congratulations for your graduate on the front lawn! These signs can be displayed for two (2) weeks during the graduation week and the week following. If anyone is having a graduation party and would like to reserve any of the pavilions, please get your requests in now. Graduates can include Kindergarden, Grade School, High School and College or Trade School.

We would love photos of anyone who has a student graduating this year to feature them in our next Water Wheel Edition! So send those photos to Carolyn.O’Camb@fsresidential.com.

We love our community! : If you have any creative ideas for our community, we would love to hear from you!

Safety in our Community : As we would all like to keep Mundy Mill safe. There are a few things that you can do as a part of the community.

Street Light Outages : If you see a street light out, it is a simple fix. Jackson EMC has a hotline to report street light outages. Simply get the number off of the pole that is out and call (770) 536-2415. They will take the information and then dispatch someone to come and fix the light.

Known thefts or suspicious activity: Call the Police! We do have police patrolling the community. However, the patrols will increase if there are reports of known thefts or suspicious activity.

ABOUT THE WATER WHEEL MAGAZINE

The Water Wheel Magazine is provided at no cost to our Community and is printed and mailed to each resident from advertising profits. Support the advertisers who make this newsletter a possibility for each resident every quarter. If you would like to contribute to its contents, please contact Ruth Banford

ImPORTANT CONTACT INfORmATION

Ruth Banford, Community Manager 3400 Peachtree Road, NE, Suite 1700 Atlanta, GA 30326

ruth.banford@fsresidential.com

Direct: (678) 780-2084

Carolyn O’Camb, Administration Assistant carolyn.o’camb@fsresidential.com

Customer Service:: (866) 378-1099

ClickPay: (888) 354-0135

A Message from the Manager

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Spring is here and all of the trees and flowers are blooming. I love this time of year and I’m sure everyone feels the same. Pool season is just around the corner, along with pavilion reservations, parties and BBQ’s. Now would be a good time to make sure your accounts are in good standing. This year we will have gate monitors to check everyone who comes into the pool areas.

THE

2023 SUMMER POOL

SEASON IS HERE!

THE POOLS AT MUNDY MILL OPEN ON SATURDAY, MAY 13, 2023

AMS POOLS will return for 2023 season

2023 ANNUAL DUES 2ND INSTALLMENT

The 2023 2nd installment of $312.50 is due on or before April 1, 2023 and not on April 30, 2023. If you haven’t paid your 1st installment that was due on January 1st or paid the installment late you will see additional charges on your account and are responsible for the entire balance. The HOA cannot waive any fees. If you did not pay your 1st installment, you will find that your amenity cards have been deactivated and will remain so until your balance is paid in full. NOTE: It takes 3-5 business days for any type of payment to post and your balance is not considered paid until it posts to you HOA Account.

The pool will be open at 8:00 a.m. for Mundy Mill Residents. The pool closes each evening at 10:00 p.m. and pool attendants and monitors go off-duty.

All pool attendants and monitors are certified lifeguards and here for everyone’s safety…. Below are a few reminders.

1. They will have breaks throughout the day;

2. They will, at times, have training sessions;

3. They will be using whistles;

POOL RULE HIGHLIGHTS

 Pool use is restricted to members/residents and their guests in GOOD STANDING with the Owner’s Association. Guests MUST be accompanied by a member/ resident at all times.

 NO MORE THAN FOUR (4) GUESTS PER HOUSEHOLD MAY USE THE POOL AT ANY ONE TIME UNLESS APPROVED IN WRITING BY THE HOA MANAGEMENT COMPANY.

 Children under 14 MUST be accompanied by a responsible adult.

 Swimming attire must be suitable for a family environment. STREET CLOTHES, CUT-OFF SHORTS,

THONG BATHING SUITS OR SEE THROUGH ATTIRE IS NOT PERMITTED.

 There is no smoking, including e-cigarettes and vape pens are not permitted in the pool area or amenity areas.

 Any music devices at the pool and amenity areas shall be kept at a volume so as to not disturb others.

 Only pool toys and moderate size flotation devices are permitted in the pool area. Lifeguards, pool monitors, security staff and other Owner’s Association appointed staff may limit the use of these items if, in their opinion, it is necessary under then existing circumstances.

 NO FOOD OF ANY KIND IS PERMITTED IN THE POOL AREA. Food and drink is permitted at the tables and other areas of the pavilions, outside of the pool area.

 Glass containers or dishes are not permitted in the pool area.

 NO CHAIRS OR CHAISE LOUNGERS ARE PERMITTED IN THE POOLS

April – National Poetry Month

June

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THINGS TO DO

EASTER EGG HUNT

Saturday, April 1st

Ages 0-3 & 8-10 2:00 pm

Ages 4-5 & 6-7 2:45 pm

Midland Greenway 682 Grove Street

Gainesville, GA 30501

EGGstravaganza

Saturday, April 1st and 8th

11:00 am, 12:30 pm, 2:00 pm, 3:30 pm

Friday, April 7th 6:00 pm and 7:30 pm. Warbington Farms, 5555 Crow Road, Cumming, GA 30041

VICTORIA BRyANT’S EASTER EGG HUNT

Saturday, April 8th from 10am-12pm 1105 Bryant Park Rd, Royston, GA 30662

mEmORy LANE CLASSIC CAR SHOw

Friday, April 28th & 29th from 8am-4pm

Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, 1311 Music Hall Road, Hiawassee, GA 30546

discovered something incredible and downright adorable— there are rare cats living on Mount Everest. The Pallas’s cats, also known as manuls, somehow managed to remain undetected until 2019. There are at least two of them living somewhere along Mount Everest’s Southern Flank. The discovery is extremely valuable for researchers and conservationists worldwide and insanely cute for everyone else.

Pallas’s cats are about the same size as regular house cats with a few adorable differences. Their legs are very short and their fur is thick and fluffy, making them look like chubby little stuffed animals. They’re actually smaller and lighter than they look, as they’re mostly all fur, which insulates them from the cold. Climbing rocky crevices and cliff faces is easy for them, so it makes sense they’d pick somewhere like Mount Everest to live. These wild animals are aggressive and definitely can’t be kept as pets, but their pictures alone are enough to spread massive amounts of joy.

Their wide faces and big ears make them look like cartoon characters, just hopping around Mount Everest, minding their business.

“It is phenomenal to discover proof of this rare and remarkable species at the top of the world,” Dr. Tracie Seimon of Wildlife Conservation Society’s Zoological Health Program said in an article for Wildlife Conservation Society. Future research will help determine exactly how many Pallas’s cats are living on Mount Everest, and will help protect them so they can continue to live their best lives.

HIAwASSEE HIGHLANDS wINE fESTIVAL

Saturday, May 13th from 11am-5 pm

Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, 1311 Music Hall Road, Hiawassee, GA 30546

HIAwASSEE PRO RODEO

Friday, May 26th & Saturday, May 27th Gates open at 6 pm. Rodeo begins at 8 pm

Sunday, May 28th - Gates open at 4 pm. Rodeo begins at 6 pm. Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, 1311 Music Hall Road, Hiawassee, GA 30546

mEmORIAL DAy wEEKEND STONE mOUNTAIN PARK

Friday, May 26th - Monday, May 29th Weekend 10:30 am-8:00 pm

Stone Mountain Park, 1000 Robert E Lee Blvd, Stone Mountain, GA 30083

ARC REqUESTS

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

... not sure if your project needs approval?

Most exterior projects that are performed to a home or lot require prior approval from the Association. You should contact your management team with any questions you might have.

As a reminder, the ARC process is outlined below.

Article 6.2 Guidelines and Procedures in your Covenants

Please read over the Guidelines and Procedures in your Covenants

Process

• Complete Architectural Modification Form

• Gather required supporting documentation and photos (including

mUNDy

• TRASHCANS

your survey/plat of your property)

• Submit Application and supporting documentation to the Property Manager or Assistant - PLEASE NOTE THE DATE RECEIVED BY THE PROPERTY MANAGER MAY DIFFER FROM THE DATE YOU PUT ON THE ARCHITECHTURAL MODIFICATION FORM.

• Applications should be submitted at least 45 days prior to your start date for your project

The application can be obtained on the Mundy Mill Web Portal or you can request a copy of the application from Ruth Banford or Carolyn O’Camb.

mILL FREQUENT VIOLATION REMINDERS

We understand that no one wants to receive those pesky violation letters! The most frequent violations that can be easily avoided are:

Trashcans and Recycling cans must be stored out of view from the street or neighboring properties.

• EXTERIOR OF HOME

Please keep your property in a clean, well-kept manner (yard tools, debris, etc. should be removed promptly). This is including the rear of your home when your yard is visible from any street or neighboring property. The exterior of your home (including the roof) should not have any rotting wood, missing shutters, peeling paint, mold or any other unsightly conditions;

• LAWNS

Please ensure that your lawn has been properly treated for weeds and fertilized; lawn maintenance should occur on a regular basis and your lawn and landscape beds should be free of weeds and grass and enough pine straw or mulch should be installed at least twice per year;

• vEHICLES AND PARKING

Vehicles must be parked in garages or driveways and may not be parked elsewhere on the property. There is no parking on the streets. Unlicensed or inoperable vehicles are considered a nuisance and must be removed.

• YARD SIGNS

Yard signs are not permitted unless otherwise authorized by the HOA. If you have a contractor working on your home, please make sure they do not place a sign in your yard.

• PETS

All pets should be leashed or otherwise controlled by the owner when outside a home and shall not be allowed to become a nuisance by barking or other acts. Owners must clean up after their pets.

• ARCHITECTURAL MODIFICATIONS

Please submit a modification request for any changes to the exterior of your home.

Recipe Corner

By Ree Drummond

ingredientS

• 6 slices thin bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces

• 1 whole medium onion, diced

• 3 whole medium carrots, scrubbed clean and diced

• 3 stalks celery, diced

• 6 whole small russet potatoes, peeled and diced

• 8 cups low sodium chicken or vegetable broth

• 3 tbsp. all-purpose flour

• 1 cup milk

• 1/2 cup heavy cream

• 1/2 tsp. salt, more to taste

• Black pepper to taste

• 1/2 tsp. Cajun spice mix

• 1 tsp. minced fresh parsley

• 1 cup grated cheese of your choice

inStructionS

1. Add bacon pieces to a soup pot over medium heat and cook bacon until crisp and fat is rendered. Remove the bacon from the pot and set it aside. Pour off most of the grease, but do not clean the pot.

2. Return the hot to medium-high heat and

add the onions, carrots, and celery. Stir and cook for 2 minutes or so, then add the diced potatoes. Cook for 5 minutes, seasoning with salt, pepper, and Cajun spice.

3. Pour in the broth and bring it to a gentle boil. Cook for 10 minutes, or until the potatoes are starting to get tender. Whisk together the flour and the milk, then pour into the soup and allow the soup to cook for another 5 minutes.

4. Remove half to 2/3 the soup and blend in batches in a blender/food process until completely smooth. (Note: Use caution when blending hot soup; if possible, allow the soup to cool before blending.) Pour it back into the soup pot and stir to combine. Let it heat back up as you taste for seasonings, adding more of what it needs. Stir in cream, then stir in parsley, reserving a little for garnish.

5. Serve in bowls garnished with parsley, grated cheese and crisp bacon pieces.

By Ree Drummond

ingredientS

• 1 whole cut up fryer chicken

• 2 stalks (to 3 stalks) celery, chopped

• 3 whole green onions, chopped

• 2 cups (to 3 cups) grapes, halved

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise

• 1/2 cup plain yogurt or sour cream

• Juice of lemon

• 1 tbsp. (to 2 tablespoons ) brown sugar

• Kosher salt to taste

• Fresh ground black pepper to taste

• Small handful of fresh dill, minced

• Cayenne pepper, to taste

• 1/2 cup slivered almonds

inStructionS

1. Rinse chicken thoroughly and place in a large pot of water. Turn on the heat and bring to a boil.

2. Reduce heat and simmer until chicken is done (about 45 minutes to an hour). When you are ready, remove the chicken from the pot and place on a plate. With your fingers or a fork, pull all of the meat off the bones, chop into bite-sized chunks and set aside.

3. Chop all of your fruits and veggies and place them in a bowl with the chicken.

4. In another bowl mix mayonnaise, yogurt (or sour cream), lemon juice, brown sugar and salt and pepper to taste.

5. Add the dill (or oregano or cilantro… whatever makes your skirt fly up) and if you’re feeling a bit brazen throw in a dash of cayenne pepper.

6. When the dressing tastes just right (you must taste test for appropriate saltiness especially), pour it over the chicken/ veggie/fruit mixture and stir gently until everything is thoroughly mixed. Stir in the almonds. If you are feeling naughty, add a sprinkling of bacon bits.

7. Allow the salad to chill for several hours (or even overnight). Serve on a bed of lettuce or in a sandwich or heck, eat it straight out of the bowl with a serving spoon. Try it soon—you’ll love it!

Neighborly Offers

“Health and Wellness”

Esthefany Rodriguez (201)844-3055

Mundy Mill is a community of families. If you have a particular job or certain skill that you can offer at a discounted rate to your community neighbors, we’d love to know what it is and advertise it in our newsletter. The following categories are:

MaryKay Beauty Consultant & Advanced Color Consultant

https://retail.totallifechanges.com/Esthefanyrodriguezc

Power Washing Jim Jochum jimjoch@aol.com

Paparazzi Independent Jewelry Consultant

Offering jewelry shopping appointments; Gift Services for special occasions; Jewelry Parties, shows and more!

Nathan and Joyce Shipp natsblingdom@gmail.com

Offering Free Facials, Gift Services for special occasions; Makeovers; Foundation Matching; Age–fighting skincare; color consultations, parties and more!

Nathan and Joyce Shipp bownjyshipp@yahoo.com

Computer Services & Training

Krisanna Spinato spinatoltd626@gmail.com

We understand it has been four (4) months since the holidays, but unfortunately, due to the timing of our submission of the quarterly magazine, it was too late to get our winners in the January edition.

SATURDAY, APRIL 8, 2023

8 A.M. TO 8 P.M.

Once again, the HOA of Mundy Mill is excited to hold it’s semi-annual yard sale!

Clean out those closets! Clean out those garages!

All residents who are participating should set up for 8:00 a.m. and have everything taken down and stored in their garages by 8:00 p.m. Please don’t leave any trash out or remaining items.

2023 Best

Landscaped Yard

IS RETURNING TO MUNDY MILL!

You may recall Mundy Mill had it’s first ever Best Landscaped Yard Contest!

We are bringing it back for 2023!

We will acknowledge three (3) properties again! The owner’s of each home will be named and announced in our Summer Edition of the Water Wheel Magazine. The homeowners will receive a sign to proudly display in their yard to let their neighbors know they have one of the top yards in Mundy Mill!

We are all dedicated to improving the quality of living and the appearance of our community! We encourage everyone to take pride in their homes and neighborhood! Start getting your yards ready now!

Spring Touch-Ups

Exterior Painting—It’s More Important Than You Might Think

You can save a lot on the extent of necessary painting and repairs by catching failure early. Keep a close eye out for spider cracks, fading, and on the overall health of your older paint in particular. (**Please remember all painting projects require prior approval. An Architectural Modification application must be submitted.)

Pressure Washing

Did you know that routine pressure washing will increase the lifespan of your paint and stain? And, it can transform your exterior surfaces, washing away corrosive residues, mold, mildew and more from your deck, patio, walkways, driveway and siding.

Pine Straw & Mulch

There are many benefits to using pine straw as natural garden mulch. First and foremost, pine straw is a natural by-product; meaning pine straw is discarded by pine trees naturally.

 Pine needles (straw) help provide excellent growing conditions for healthy trees, plants and shrubs.

 Pine straw and mulch installation are essential to the survival of your landscape during a drought. They will reduce the amount of water that evaporates from your soil, greatly reducing your need to water your plants.

 Pine straw and mulch improve the quality of your soil by breaking clay and allowing better water and air movement through the soil. Also,

mulch provides nutrients to sandy soil and improves its ability to hold water.

 Pine straw and mulch keep weeds down, and the weeds that do grow are much easier to pull.

 They are also a great deterrent against weeds, insects and rodents.

Pruning Landscape Trees

Proper pruning of landscape trees improves their structural strength, maintains their health, enhances their beauty and increases their value. Landscape trees not only make homes and communities more beautiful, but they also improve our environment and can increase the value of a property up to 20 percent. Trees are truly assets that need to be enhanced and protected. Proper pruning is definitely a worthwhile investment!

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