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MUNDY MILL SPRING COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER

Hello Spring 2024!

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HOPE EVERYONE IS EXCITED ABOUT THE LONGER DAYS AND WARMER WEATHER.

There are so many fun things to do outside in the springtime. Some activities were made for sunny days, like bird-watching, hiking, jogging, bike-riding to name a few. Lovely spring flowers will bring the promise of new beginnings. The vibrant and fragrant spring flowers come back to life and never fail to cheer our hearts. There are so many wonderful things to do within the Mundy Mill community.

SCHOOL DANCES AND GRADUATIONS ARE BEING PLANNED!

As in the previous year, 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 Kindergarten, 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 photos to Carolyn.O’Camb@fsresidential.com.

2024 ANNUAL DUES 2ND INSTALLMENT

The 2024 2nd installment of $325 is due on or before April 1, 2024 and not April 30, 2024. 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. Reminder: It takes 3-5 business days for your payment to post.

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 your HOA Account.

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 (ruth.banford@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.

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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

UTILITY INFORMATION:

Electricity:

Jackson EMC - 770-536-2415 or www.jacksonemc.com

Georgia Power – 1-888-660-5890

Home Security:

EMC Security – 770-963-0305

ADT – (800) 716-3640

Gas Providers:

Liberty Utilities – 855-216-6305 www.libertyutilities.com

CONTACT NUMBERS

Atlanta Gas Light – 800-427-5463

Constellation – 855-781-8702

Georgia Natural Gas – 770-8506200

Water and Sewer:

City of Gainesville – 770-535-6878

Internet, telephone, cable TV providers:

Comcast (Xfinity) 800-934-6489

AT&T (855) 293-7676

Spectrum 855-860-9068

Gainesville Solid Waste & Recycling: 770-532-0493

FirstService Important Contacts

Customer Service: (866) 378-1099 or (877) 411-1165

ClickPay: (888) 354-0135

If you need information regarding your home (paint colors, garage information, etc.)

Chafin Sales Office:

COMMUNITY SERVICES

Georgia Dept of Driver Services: 678-413-8500

Hall County School System: 770-534-1080

Hall County Library 770-532-3311

Hall County Animal Control: 770-531-6829

Sheriff’s Office: 770-531-6900 & 770-538-2437

Tag Office: 770-531-6950

Senior Center: 770-503-3331

Legacy Link: 770-538-2751

Hall Area Transit | We Go: 770-503-3333 EX 2

Healthcare: Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) 770-219-9000

Mundy Mill Homeowners Association Managed by: FirstService Residential INSIDE THIS ISSUE Important Contact Information 3 Contact Numbers 3 From the Manager 4 Homes of the Month 5 ARC Requests 6 Frequent Violation Reminders 7 Upcoming Events 8 Recipe Corner 9 Community News 12 Blood Drive 13 Calendar of Events 14 Swimming Pool Season 15 Sanitation Schedule 18 Neighborly Offers 19 The Waterwheel is a publication of The Times. Subject matter published is the opinion of the author and does not necessarily reflect the opinion of the publisher of this newsletter. Professional advice should be obtained before making any decision in which a professional is readily available. Advertisers assume responsibility for the content of the ads placed in publication. Material published may not be reproduced without the written permission of The Times. The information and advertisements contained in this Newsletter are provided for the members of the Mundy Mill Homeowners Association as a courtesy only. No representations are made as to information presented, the quality of the goods or services advertised, or the veracity of the statements relating to the goods and services. The printing of opinions, information or advertisements does not constitute an endorsement by the Neighborhood or such opinions, information, goods or services. table of contents
(678)465-7250 IMPORTANT CONTACT INFORMATION CONTACT NUMBERS UTILITY INFORMATION: Electricity: Jackson EMC - 770-536-2415 or www.jacksonemc.com Georgia Power – 1-888-660-5890 Home Security: EMC Security – 770-963-0305 ADT – (800) 716-3640 Gas Providers: Liberty Utilities – 855-216-6305 www.libertyutilities.com Atlanta Gas Light – 800-427-5463 Constellation – 855-781-8702 Georgia Natural Gas – 770-850-6200 Water and Sewer: City of Gainesville – 770-535-6878 Internet, telephone, cable TV providers: Comcast (Xfinity) 855-860-9068 AT&T (855) 293-7676 Spectrum 855-860-9068 Gainesville Solid Waste & Recycling: 770-532-0493 Community Services: Georgia Dept of Driver Services: 678-413-8500 Hall County School System: 770-534-1080 Hall County Library 770-532-3311 Hall County Animal Control: 770-531-6829 Sheriff s Office: 770-531-6900 Tag Office : 770-531-6950 Senior Center : 770-503-3331 Legacy Link: 770-538-2751 Hall Area Transit | We Go: 770-503-3333 EX 2 Healthcare: Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) CONTACT NUMBERS UTILITY INFORMATION: Electricity: Jackson EMC - 770-536-2415 or www.jacksonemc.com Georgia Power – 1-888-660-5890 Home Security: EMC Security – 770-963-0305 ADT – (800) 716-3640 Gas Providers: Liberty Utilities – 855-216-6305 www.libertyutilities.com Atlanta Gas Light – 800-427-5463 Constellation – 855-781-8702 Georgia Natural Gas – 770-850-6200 Water and Sewer: City of Gainesville – 770-535-6878 Internet, telephone, cable TV providers: Comcast (Xfinity) 855-860-9068 AT&T (855) 293-7676 Spectrum 855-860-9068 Gainesville Solid Waste & Recycling: 770-532-0493 Community Services: Georgia Dept of Driver Services: 678-413-8500 Hall County School System: 770-534-1080 Hall County Library 770-532-3311 Hall County Animal Control: 770-531-6829 Sheriff s Office: 770-531-6900 Tag Office : 770-531-6950 Senior Center : 770-503-3331 Legacy Link: 770-538-2751 Hall Area Transit | We Go: 770-503-3333 EX 2 Healthcare: Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) 770 CONTACT NUMBERS INFORMATION: 770-536-2415 or www.jacksonemc.com – 1-888-660-5890 – 770-963-0305 716-3640 – 855-216-6305 www.libertyutilities.com Light – 800-427-5463 – 855-781-8702 Natural Gas – 770-850-6200 Sewer: Gainesville – 770-535-6878 telephone, cable TV providers: (Xfinity) 855-860-9068 -7676 860-9068 Solid Waste & Recycling: Community Services: Georgia Dept of Driver Services: 678-413-8500 Hall County School System 770-534-1080 Hall County Library 770-532-3311 Hall County Animal Control: 770-531-6829 Sheriff s Office: 770-531-6900 Tag Office : 770-531-6950 Senior Center : 770-503-3331 Legacy Link: 770-538-2751 Hall Area Transit | We Go: 770-503-3333 EX 2 Healthcare: Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) 770-219-9000 CONTACT NUMBERS UTILITY INFORMATION: Electricity: Jackson EMC - 770-536-2415 or www.jacksonemc.com Georgia Power – 1-888-660-5890 Home Security: EMC Security – 770-963-0305 ADT – (800) 716-3640 Gas Providers: Liberty Utilities – 855-216-6305 www.libertyutilities.com Atlanta Gas Light – 800-427-5463 Constellation – 855-781-8702 Georgia Natural Gas – 770-850-6200 Water and Sewer: City of Gainesville – 770-535-6878 Internet, telephone, cable TV providers: Comcast (Xfinity) 855-860-9068 AT&T (855) 293-7676 Spectrum 855-860-9068 Gainesville Solid Waste & Recycling: 770-532-0493 Community Services: Georgia Dept of Driver Services: 678-413-8500 Hall County School System 770-534-1080 Hall County Library 770-532-3311 Hall County Animal Control: 770-531-6829 Sheriff s Office: 770-531-6900 Tag Office 770-531-6950 Senior Center : 770-503-3331 Legacy Link: 770-538-2751 Hall Area Transit | We Go: 770-503-3333 EX 2 Healthcare: Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) 770-219-9000 CONTACT NUMBERS UTILITY INFORMATION: Electricity: EMC - 770-536-2415 or www.jacksonemc.com Power – 1-888-660-5890 Security: Security – 770-963-0305 (800) 716-3640 Providers: Utilities – 855-216-6305 www.libertyutilities.com Gas Light – 800-427-5463 Constellation – 855-781-8702 Natural Gas – 770-850-6200 and Sewer: Gainesville – 770-535-6878 Internet, telephone, cable TV providers: (Xfinity) 855-860-9068 (855) 293-7676 Spectrum 855-860-9068 Gainesville Solid Waste & Recycling: -0493 Community Services: Georgia Dept of Driver Services: 678-413-8500 Hall County School System: 770-534-1080 Hall County Library 770-532-3311 Hall County Animal Control: 770-531-6829 Sheriff’s Office: 770-531-6900 Tag Office : 770-531-6950 Senior Center : 770-503-3331 Legacy Link: 770-538-2751 Hall Area Transit | We Go: 770-503-3333 EX 2 Healthcare: Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) 770-219-9000
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A Message from the Manager...

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Spring is such a great time of year and it won’t be long until Summer is upon us and the pools will be open! Owner’s are beginning to get those Modification Applications in for their spring projects and the hustle and bustle of seeing everyone begin to emerge from their homes to enjoy the warmer days. Pavilions are being reserved for parties and more children are playing at the playgrounds.

been hot enough for you this year? Every summer seems to get hotter hope fall brings us some nice warm days with sweater weather in the s the perfect Fall for me. I really don’t like seeing the trees lose there canopies, but the fall colors are so beautiful.

It’s also a busy time for the Association as we prepare for the summer pool season and repairing items that need attention from the weather this winter brought.

end of August, I went up to Philadelphia to my son’s graduation from Philadelphia Police Academy. The Philadelphia Police Department welcomed 29 to the force on Friday, August 25, 2023 and one of their recruits truly is a My son, Joseph Banford is continuing a family legacy.

Our Mission

We will also be putting in seasonal flowers this year!!! The Association and owner’s are all happy to see the beauty come back to our entrances.

To provide our seniors with the ability to choose an independent lifestyle in their own homes, for as long as possible, with the dignity and respect they deserve by finding caring seniors to help each other.

We hope everyone is excited about the upcoming pool season and the activities that spring and summer have!

my family, watching my son walk across the stage to receive a diploma and of the newest members of the Philadelphia Police Department is a longtradition.

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Our Mission

With a compassionate companion providing assistance, seniors can continue to live happily and age gracefully in the comfort of their own home without sacrificing their independence.

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To provide our seniors with the ability to choose an independent lifestyle in their own homes, for as long as possible, with the dignity and respect they deserve by finding caring seniors to help each other.

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When like-minded seniors are able to share their mutual experiences of aging, the care that they give and receive can feel more compassionate because there is a deeper level of understanding.

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easy to provide seniors with their basic needs, but we’re going above and beyond to make seniors feel valued, happy, and loved. The difference this makes in lives is immeasurable. COMPA

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great-grandfather, Thomas, was the first one to pave the way when he force in 1918. Next came his grandfather, also named Thomas, who graduAfter that came Joe ’s Uncle Thomas, who was the Director of the Crime the Philadelphia Police Department. His career spanned over 40 years, folfather, Captain Frank Banford who graduated in 1986 and still serves. veteran.

With a compassionate companion providing assistance, seniors can continue to live happily and age gracefully in the comfort of their own home without sacrificing their independence.

When like-minded seniors are able to share their mutual experiences of aging, the care that they give and receive can feel more compassionate because there is a deeper level of understanding.

It is easy to provide seniors with their basic needs, but we’re going above and beyond to make seniors feel valued, happy, and loved. The difference this makes in lives is immeasurable.

Loved ones can feel comforted by the fact that our trusted Caregivers are thoroughly vetted and qualified to provide compassionate care.

Loved ones can feel comforted by the fact that our trusted Caregivers are thoroughly vetted and qualified to provide compassionate care.

Our Mission

job that’s now become a right of passage for the Banford family spanning years within the Philadelphia Police Department.

To provide our seniors independent lifestyle as possible, with the deserve by finding

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couldn’t be prouder of my son! I wish you all the best and please stay safe

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With a compassionate companion providing assistance, seniors can continue to live happily and age gracefully in the comfort of their own home without sacrificing their independence.

With a compassionate companion providing assistance, seniors can continue to live happily and age gracefully in the comfort of their own home without sacrificing their independence.

To provide our seniors with the ability to choose an independent lifestyle in their own homes, for as long as possible, with the dignity and respect they deserve by finding caring seniors to help each other.

To provide our seniors with the ability to choose an independent lifestyle in their own homes, for as long as possible, with the dignity and respect they deserve by finding caring seniors to help each other.

With a compassionate companion providing assistance, seniors can continue to live happily and age gracefully in the comfort of their own home without sacrificing their independence.

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770-884-4358

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When like-minded seniors are able to share their mutual experiences of aging, the care that they give and receive can feel more compassionate because there is a deeper level of understanding.

When like-minded seniors are able to share their mutual experiences of aging, the care that they give and receive can feel more compassionate because there is a deeper level of understanding.

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It is easy to provide seniors with their basic needs, but we’re going above and beyond to make seniors feel valued, happy, and loved. The difference this makes in lives is immeasurable.

It is easy to provide seniors with their basic needs, but we’re going above and beyond to make seniors feel valued, happy, and loved. The difference this makes in lives is immeasurable.

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Loved ones can feel comforted by the fact that our trusted Caregivers are thoroughly vetted and qualified to provide compassionate care.

Loved ones can feel comforted by the fact that our trusted Caregivers are thoroughly vetted and qualified to provide compassionate care.

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Homes of the Month!

Mundy Mill has begun celebrating homes each month. A sign is displayed on each lawn for that month and we hope everyone enjoys seeing the homes that are chosen from some of our residents!

January Homes of the Month

February Home of the Month

March Homes of the Month

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Mill Oak Way 4306 Granison Chase
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Sweetwater Drive
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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 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.

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MUNDY 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 Trash cans and Recycling cans must be stored out of view from the street or neighboring properties. Also, they should only be put out at the curb no earlier than 5:00 pm the day before pick up and put away no later than 9:00 pm the day of pickup. Plastic bags are not permitted and should be put in a can—structures on the side of the home to hide trashcans are NOT permitted;

• 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. COMMERCIAL

VEHICLES ARE NOT PERMITTED.

• 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 and accompanied by the owner when outside a home and shall not be allowed to become a nuisance by barking or other acts. Owners must ALWAYS clean up after their pets.

• ARCHITECTURAL MODIFICATIONS

Please submit a modification request for any changes to the exterior of your home. Requests should be submit-ted 45 days before the start date of your project.

• RENTAL OF HOMES Please submit a copy of a current lease, names, e-mail addresses and cell phone numbers of each adult living in the home. Please also supply the new billing address for the owner of the home.

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Upcoming Events

Suwanee Arts Festival 2024 Eventeny

Saturday, April 13 | 3 PM

3930 Charleston Market St NW, Suwanee, GA

Atlanta Dogwood Festival

Piedmont Park

April 12-14 | Friday: Noon-9 PM

Saturday: 10-9 PM | Sunday: 10-6 PM

1320 Monroe Drive, Atlanta, GA 30306

FOOD TRUCK FRIDAYS

Third Friday of every month in the spring and summer

April 19th—August 16th | 5-9 PM

3105 Clarks Bridge Road, Gainesville, GA 30506

Flowery Branch Spring Festival

Saturday, April 20th | 2-8 PM

Main St | Flowery Branch, GA 30542

First Friday Concerts

Downtown Gainesville

May 3rd TBA—September 6th TBA | 7-10 PM

301 Main Street | Gainesville, GA 30501

Atlanta Summer Beer Fest

June 17th | 4-8 PM

680 Dallas St NE | Atlanta, GA 30308

The Caribbean Book & Music Festival 2024

Downtown Gainesville

June 29th | 12-6 PM

2000 Convention Center Concourse | College Park, GA 30337

301 Main Street | Gainesville, GA 30501

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IngredIents

• 2 English cucumbers, sliced

• 3 avocados, cut into chunks

• 1/4 cup red onion, diced

• 1/3 cup cilantro, chopped

• 3 tablespoons olive oil

• 3 tablespoons lime juice

• 1 teaspoon garlic, minced

• Kosher salt and pepper, to taste

InstructIons

1. In a large bowl, combine sliced cucumbers, avocado, diced red onion, and chopped cilantro. I like to slice the cucumber leaving the skin on!

2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, and minced garlic.

3. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss together.

4. Season to taste with salt and pepper and enjoy!

Ingredients

• 4-5 tablespoons unsalted butter

• 12 boneless skinless chicken tenders or 4 chicken breasts cut into strips

• 2/3 cup flour

• 2 teaspoons sea salt

• 2 teaspoons garlic powder

• 1 teaspoon onion powder

• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

• 1 teaspoon black pepper

• 2 large eggs

• 2 tablespoons milk

• 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs

• 1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut use crushed Cornflakes instead if you are not a fan of coconut

• 1 teaspoon dried basil

• 1 teaspoon dried parsley

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400 Place butter on a large rimmed baking tray and melt in the oven for a few minutes. Remove baking tray once butter is melted.

2. In a large zip-top freezer bag, combine the

flour, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika and pepper. Add the chicken and shake well to coat, pressing through the bag. Set aside.

3. In a shallow bowl, add the eggs and beat lightly with the milk; set aside. In another shallow bowl, combine the coconut, Panko crumbs and dried basil and parsley.

4. Dip each chicken piece in the egg mixture then coat well into the panko mixture, pressing down to make sure the coating sticks.

5. Place the chicken onto the baking tray. Bake for 12 minutes, using tongs to carefully flip chicken. Bake for another 6-8 minutes (depending on how thick your chicken pieces are). Finish by broiling for 1-2 minutes, or until chicken turns golden and crispy.

6. Remove chicken and pat with paper towels. Enjoy immediately served with your favorite dipping sauce.

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Our Very Own Mundy Mill Teen

Gainesville teenager honors fallen first responders 1 mile at a time

On a frigid Wednesday in January, 14-yearold Andrew Collinson felt a sense of pride as he gripped the flag tightly with his right hand. His breath was visible during each stride of the mile run he has completed often since 2022 in support of fallen first responders. As he waved the official police flag and a line of patrol vehicles behind him illuminated the night sky, Collinson tried his best to hold back the emotions. On this evening near his Gainesville home, he was running in honor of Coweta County sheriff’s Deputy Eric Minix, who was fatally struck by an Alabama police officer’s vehicle while stepping out of his own after a chase Jan. 4. “I don’t show (emotion) like on my face,” Collinson told The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. “I just tell myself I’m doing it for the first responder and that’s all the motivation I need.”

On Feb. 2, the eighth grader traveled to Spalding County to run for Sgt. Marc “Mac” McIntyre, who was killed Dec. 29 while responding to a request for a wellness check just outside of Griffin. Following that run, he presented the flag to the family as law enforcement looked on, wearing a mix of solemn and appreciative expressions.

Then on Tuesday, the teenager ran a mile for fallen Georgia State Patrol Trooper Jimmy Cenescar , who died in a crash last month while attempting a traffic stop on I-85 in Gwinnett County. This time, Collinson was closely followed by cadets from the 117th Trooper school during the run at the Georgia Public Safety Train-ing Center in Forsyth.

Collinson’s runs, inspired by his family, have contributed to the more than 1,600 miles the organization has logged in honor of fallen first responders since 2019. A mile is run for each lost in the line of duty across the U.S. No run is missed, according to its CEO Chad Cartledge, the father of teenager Zechariah Cartledge, who founded the nonprofit in 2019.

This year, 11 officers have died in the line of duty, according to the Officer Down Memorial Page. Of those, three were from Georgia.

Chad Cartledge said each mile will usually take place in the area where the youth runners live. He said he tracks the memorial page to know when an officer dies and then determines which runner is the best fit. The law enforcement agency is then contacted.

“Anytime there is a Georgia fallen hero, we always try to have Andrew do it since he’s in Georgia,” Cartledge told the AJC, pointing out there are also youth runners in Nevada, New Jersey and Florida.

After the run, the flag is sent to the family and/or agency of the fallen hero along with a handwritten note from the runner. The organization will sometimes use donated funds to send the runners to where the re-sponder’s surviving family lives, or on rare occasions, the family and law enforcement

agency will travel to the runner’s location, which was the case in Gainesville on Jan. 10.

About an hour before embarking on his run that evening in near-freezing temperatures, Collinson, as he al-ways does, practiced what he would say to honor Minix. He said he imagines he is speaking directly with the first responder’s family.

“I’m thinking to myself, about the person I’m running for, the family, department and I’m always in my head,” Collinson said. “I’m giving thanks, talking about how he/she did this. How they did so much good on this Earth.”

After the mile run, his face still red from the cold, Collinson didn’t have to imagine anymore. He walked over to Minix’s wife and one of his three young daughters nearby and gave them a special Running 4 Heroes coin, a handwritten letter and the flag, which he had folded quickly through months of practice. They both broke down in tears, the teen said.

In attendance were also members of the Coweta sheriff’s office, Georgia State Patrol and local responders. Coweta Sgt. Toby Nix said he’s grateful for what Collinson does.

“To know that this horribly sad moment for our community and agency reached people far and wide is a tes-tament to our friend Eric,” Nix told the AJC. Collinson’s appreciation for first responders started at home. His grandfather, Richard Collinson, served as a volunteer EMS chief in New Jersey for about 30 years. On 9/11, the 64-year-old helped set up a hospital in the parking lot of then-Giants Stadium and traveled to Ground Zero the next day. However, like many other first re-sponders who went to that area of Manhattan, he was diagnosed

with cancer and suffered from PTSD.

Two years ago, the elder Collinson approached his grandson, who was watching TV at their home, and let him know about the opportunity to try out for Running 4 Heroes. Without hesitation, Andrew said yes, inspired by those who risk their lives every day for others, he said.

But joining wasn’t exactly easy.

Collinson had to finish eight miles of recorded, yet unofficial “tryout” runs before a committee that oversees the runners determined he was ready. Cartledge said there were times when a potential runner wasn’t accepted be-cause the organization felt their parents signed them up just to make them famous — videos of the official runs are posted to the nonprofit’s Facebook page with more than 380,000 followers.

That wasn’t the case for Collinson and his family, who showed true sincerity, Cartledge said.

“You can tell pretty quickly if kids are doing it because they’re having fun or if kids are doing it because they un-derstand,” he said.

But despite his clear passion, running for fallen first responders isn’t a forever gig for the 14-year-old. He will be forced to stop at the end of the year he turns 16 — a time determined by the organization so runners can start preparing for their careers, Cartledge said.

Until that happens, Collinson said every step and worn sole is a privilege. “I remember when I was younger, I always thought that I would just be in my room playing dumb video games,” he said. “But no, I’m over here doing these amazing runs. I just feel honored and humbled to be there.”

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Collinson is one of five youth runners for the Florida-based nonprofit organization Running 4 Heroes Inc., which raises awareness and funds for responders who have died in the line of duty, including police officers, firefighters and K-9s. It was the 45th time the Gainesville Middle School student has put his sneakers to pavement.

Our 2024 Mundy Mill Community

Yard Sale…

Is scheduled for Saturday, April 13, 2024, beginning at 8:00 a.m.

All tables and items must be packed and stored away no later than 8:00 p.m.

MUNDY MILL BLOOD DRIVE

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

APRIL – JUNE 2024

April 2024—National Stress Awareness Month

May 2024 Mental Health Awareness Month

June 2024– Cancer Survivor Month

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Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 April Fools’ Day 2 World Autism Awareness Day 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Mundy Mill Yard Sale 14 15 Patriots’ Day 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 World Book Day 24 25 26 Arbor Day 27 28 29 30
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 May Day 2 3 4 Muffins for Mom 5 6 7 Teacher’s Day 8 9 10 11 Opening day! Mundy Mill Pool Season! 12 Mother’s Day 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Memorial Day 28 29 30 31
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 National Donut Day 8 Donuts for Dad 9 10 11 12 13 14 Flag Day 15 16 Father’s Day 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 14 Mundy Mill Spring 2024

THE 2024 SUMMER POOL SEASON IS HERE!

THE POOLS AT MUNDY MILL

OPEN ON SATURDAY, MAY 11, 2024 AMS POOLS will return for 2024 season

RESIDENTS AND THEIR SAFETY IS OUR FIRST PRIORITY. SAFETY HAS ALWAYS BEEN THE TOP PRIORITY WHEN THE POOLS ARE OPEN SO WE HAVE INCLUDED INFORMATION ABOUT THE POOLS AT MUNDY MILL

POOL HOURS

The pool opens at 8:00 a.m. for Mundy Mill Residents. The pool closes each evening at 10:00 p.m. If anyone is caught within the amenity areas after closing, you could be prosecuted for trespassing.

POOL SAFETY

Please pay close attention to the pool rules which are intended to ensure a safe environment for all residents. Please be aware that Lifeguards are primarily responsible for making sure the rules of the pool are being complied with. Parents are responsible for monitoring and supervising their children at all times, while in the water and on deck, and ensuring they observe the rules for their own safety. The majority of our parents are diligent in this regard, but there still are too many instances of unsupervised children. We had five (5) lifeguard saves of children in 2023 due to parents not paying attention. That is way too many possible drownings. We ask that you give your utmost attention to this and your full understanding and cooperation to the Lifeguards. They are not there to babysit your children.

POOL CLOSURES

Please be aware that pool management and staff have the discretion to close any pool for safety and weather-related reasons. If a Lifeguard hears or sees lightening or thunder, everyone will be asked to get out of the pool. If lightening is seen, the monitors may direct everyone to leave the pool area. The waiting period before pool/pool area re-entry is 30 minutes. The clock starts over each time a monitor hears thunder or sees lightening.

POOL RULES HIGHLIGHTS

There is no smoking within the pool or amenity areas, this includes vaping, cigars, pipes, etc. We have had serval reports of vaping at the pool in the 2023 season and this is prohibited!

There have been several complaints about loud music being played at the pools. If you are using a Bluetooth device to listen to music, it must only be at a volume where the owner can hear it and not disturb others around the pool area. If you are asked to turn the music down by either management, lifeguards or residents, please do it. If you do not comply you will be asked to leave the pool area immediately, we want everybody to be able to enjoy their day at the pools.

• Only pool toys are allowed. This does not include footballs, soccer balls, etc. If you are caught with anything other than a pool toy, it will be confiscated until you leave the pool.

• There is NO FOOD to be eaten with in the pool gates. This draws ants and we have had to call the pest control to treat for the ants. As everyone know, 2023 was quite a year for ants all around the amenity areas. Please take your food to one of the pavilions or any of the picnic tables that are provided outside of the pool gates.

• There is NO GLASS containers allowed within the pool gates. If glass breaks and falls into the pool, the HOA would have to shut the pool down for a week or more. The pool would have to be completely drained, cleaned and re-filled. Not only is the time consuming but is very costly to have done.

• CHAIRS ARE PROHIBITED IN THE POOLS

• LIFEGUARDS BREAKTIME

Lifeguards take a break once an hour. Parents, please use this time to take your young children to the restrooms. Rules and regulations are set for your safety and enjoyment when using the pool. Please adhere to every one of the rules posted on the walls of the pool houses.

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*3 There is no Garbage/Recycling collection on Monday, May 27, 2024. Therefore you should put your trash out on Thursday night for Friday, May 31, 2024 pickup.

Dogs must be on a leash at all times and accompanied when outside. Remember to pick up after them and keep them hydrated!

2024 HOLIDAY SANITATION SCHEDULE

*3 There is no Garbage/Recycling collection on Monday, May 27, 2024. Therefore you should put your trash out on Thursday night for Friday, May 31, 2024 pickup.

HOLIDAYS MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY MEMORIAL DAY *3 May 27, 2024 No Collection May 28, 2024 Monday P/U May 29, 2024 Tuesday P/U May 30, 2024 Wednesday P/U May 31, 2024 Thursday P/U
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NeighborlyOffers

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:

Babysitting • Care Giver—Experienced • Tutoring Service • Music Lessons • General Yard Maintenance • Swimming Lesson • General Maintenance (fix it) Plumbing Services • Contracting Services • Pet Sitting • Spa Experiences • Entertainment

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