The Official Newsletter of the Traditions of Braselton Community
February 2021 Vol. 8 Iss. 2
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HELPFUL NUMBERS
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PUBLIC SCHOOLS Gum Springs Elementary West Jackson Primary School West Jackson Intermediate School West Jackson Middle School Jackson County Comp. High School
706-654-5580 706-654-2243 706-654-2044 706-654-2775 706-367-5003
PRIVATE SCHOOLS Jackson Trail Christian School Lanier Christian Academy North Georgia Christian School
706-367-9418 678-828-8350 678-828-8350
CHILD CARE & PRESCHOOLS Elite Academy First Steps Childcare of Braselton Georgia Kids Academy
706-658-2343 706-658-4075 706-654-5437
COLLEGE & UNIVERSITIES Brenau Academy & University UGA Visitors Center Georgia Perimeter College University of North Georgia
770-534-6299 706-542-0842 678-407-5000 706-398-3000
MEDICAL FACILITIES Athens Regional Medical Center 706-475-7000 Northridge Medical Center 706-335-1000 Northeast Georgia Medical Center Braselton 770-848-8000 Gainesville 770-219-9000 Winder 770-867-3400 St. Mary’s Hospital 706-398-3000 RECREATIONAL FACILITIES Traditions Golf Club Chateau Elan Winery Jackson County Parks & Rec Winder-Barrow Community Theatre Tanger Factory Outlets
706-363-9963 678-425-0900 706-367-6350 770-867-1679 706-335-3354
GOVERMENT SERVICES Jackson County Fire Department Jackson County Sheriff’s Department Jackson County Animal Control Department of Motor Vehicles Motor Vehicle Registration Tax Commissioner Voter Registration Dept. of Driver Services (Athens) Dept. of Driver Services (Gainesville) Braselton Post Office Jefferson Post Office
706-367-1911 706-367-6000 706-367-5480 706-535-6940 706-367-6320 706-367-6325 706-367-6377 706-552-4427 770-532-5308 706-654-3301 800-275-8777
UTILITIES/SERVICES Jackson Electric Membership Corp. 706-367-5281 Windstream 866-445-5880 Xfinity/Comcast 678-859-9253 Jackson County Water/Sewer 706-367-1741 Direct TV 888-777-2454 Dish Network 800-333-3474 Country Boy Satellites 706-677-3394 Jackson EMC Security 706-367-5281 Garbage Hound Trash Service 706-658-2679 White Oak Sanitation 706-367-0628 HOA COMMUNITY WEBSITE www.traditionsofbraselton.org To advertise in Traditions, contact Leah Nelson at The Times - 770.535.6330 lnelson@gainesvilletimes.com Traditions 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 Traditions of Braselton 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.
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Committee Member Listing
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Save the Dates
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News from the Manager
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Community Calendar
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New from the Hospitality Committee
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Recipe Corner
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News from the Empty Nesters
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News from the Course
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Health & Fitness
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Community News
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Events In and Around Jefferson
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In the Spotlight
Traditions of Braselton Onsite Community Association Office 401 Delaperriere Loop, Jefferson, GA 30549 706-654-9121 | traditionsofbraselton.org Monday to Friday |10 AM to 6 PM *** Office hours are by appointment only currently due to Covid-19*** Notary Service: Available for $3 by appointment only. Amenity keycards: To replace your amenity photo id keycard for $25/ each please email our office. Please email the onsite manager at manager@traditionsofbraselton.org or the onsite admin at admin@traditionsofbraselton.org
Traditions of Braselton Owners Clubhouse 1665 Traditions Way, Jefferson, GA 30549 Lost Pet/Animal Disturbances For lost pest, dangerous animals and/or unclaimed pets, please contact Jackson County Animal Control at 1-706-367-5480. Mailbox Replacement/Repair(s) Please contact Brett Schwartz at 1-918-605-4209. Discovery Center 401 Delaperriere Loop, Jefferson, GA 30549 | 706-684-0450 discover@traditionsofbraseltonhomes.com Traditions Golf & Country Club 350 Traditions Way, Jefferson, GA 30549 | 706.363.9963
Welcome
James K. Kendrick Jr., & Rebecca S. Kendrick John M. & Amanda Batchelor Mary Allen Joseph & Patricia Hullings Michael & Chloe Dean Richard Warren and Sabrina Timothy Norwood Carey & Nancy L. Burke Wilson Miller Susan Natili
to our new residents
Mark L. Smith Courtney Cousineau William H. & Brandy M. Fairbank James C. Godwin Thomas & Jane F. Scott Jeff Ingram Dave & Janna Cathcart Joseph E. & Carrie L. Kellogg Joey & Helen E. Minor Hwanman Jung & Hearyung Paek Diana J. Powell
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COMMITTEE MEMBER LISTING Board of Directors
boardofdirectors @traditionsofbraselton.org Bryan Allen Sam McGaughey Whit Marshall
Architectural Review Board
arb@traditionsofbraselton.org Hunter Bicknell (HOA Rep) David Hobbs (HOA Rep) Joan Cox (HOA Rep) Whit Marshall Michael Hart (Architect) Addison Wilson Bryan Allen
Finance Committee
finance @traditionsofbraselton.org Quarterly Meeting
Steve Morrell, Chair Wayne Davis Beth Grimes Donna Cowart Ralph NeSmith Keith Harbin
Recreation Area
recreation @traditionsofbraselton.org Brett Schwartz Daryl McCallum Jason Shay Andrew Williams
Communication Committee
communications @traditionsofbraselton.org Lloyd Ocampo Cindy Hohman
Tennis Committee
tenniscommittee @traditionsofbraselton.org Ginger Reeves, Chair Bret O’Steen James Livingston Margaret Peterson Tracy Woodall
Grounds Committee
grounds @traditionsofbraselton.org Meets the 3rd Thursday of the
Capital Improvements & Special Projects capitalimprovements @traditionsofbraselton.org Bret O’Steen, Chair David Ehrhardt Beth Grimes William Patterson
Month at 5:00 pm
Joel Gatlin, Chair Jim Barbieri David Green Steve Morrell Cheryl Domineau Lane Thompson Jane Gladden Bill Cowart James Barry Linda Harris
Social Committee
socialcommittee @traditionsofbraselton.org Meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 7pm
Sheila Anderson, Chair Caroline Pergantis Heather Bennett Kelli Eureka Danielle Connor Ashley Cooper Blake Milner Terina Assouad-Sorrell
Hospitality Committee hospitalitycommittee @traditionsofbraselton.org Portia Ocampo, Chair Kathy Buffington Donna Thompson Sheree Whigham Connie Freeman Helen Parsek Sherry Green Kay Costantino Suzanne Patterson Nancy Allen Lyn Coburn Kacie De Leon Alisha Moore
Empty Nesters
emptynesters @traditionsofbraselton.org Beth Grimes, Chair Janice Barbieri Mary Ann Barry Nancy Bolen Cindy Hohman Margaret Hanson Lynn Kolb Helen Parsek Karin Waters Shelley Lovelady Beth Franklin
Neighborhood Watch neighborhoodwatch @traditionsofbraselton.org Chair, Open Tom Badura Jay Cleveland Cheryl & Jim Domineau Ralph NeSmith Richard & Tina Carlson Robert Evans Michael Goodman Rich Doeding Larry Miller Sherry & Scott Davis
Christmas Decorating Committee Cheryl Morrell
*Please email manager@traditionasofbraselton.org if you are interest in serving.
Traditions of Braselton Is Professionally Managed By: Community Management Associates, Inc. On-site Community Association Manager Jennifer M. Giacin, CAM On-site Management Office 401 Delaperriere Loop Jefferson, GA 30549 706-654-9121 jgiacin@cmacommunities.com manager@traditionsofbraselton.org
On-site Administrative Assistant On-site Maintenance Technician Corporate Office Jenny Guess Chance Reynolds 1465 Northside Drive, Suite 128 401 Delaperriere Loop 401 Delaperriere Loop Atlanta, GA 30318 Jefferson, GA 30549 Jefferson, GA 30549 404-835-9100 706-654-9121 1-706-654-9121 Fax: 404-835-9200 Fax: 706-654-9127 creynolds@cmacommunities.com jguess@cmacommunities.com admin@traditionsofbraselton.org **To guarantee availability please schedule an appointment with the Community Manager
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Save the Date!
Look for Updates on our Community Facebook Page at https://www.facebook.com/pages/Traditions-of-Braselton/656536547767097 & our Community Website at http://www.traditionsofbraselton.org **(Dates and times are subject to change, please check back and look for announcements) ** PLEASE RSVP – Just a reminder, Traditions has grown so much that it is imperative that we RSVP for all Social Committee Events! ***Due to the recommendations of the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and World Health Organization (WHO) we are postponing community events in the immediate future until further notice. We will continue to monitor COVID-19 updates from the CDC and WHO as well as make important community updates, as necessary. *** All events are subject to change! FEBRUARY 1st: Annual Assessment payments are due 2nd: Ground Hog Day 3rd: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 6th: Empty Nester’s Event at the Owners Clubhouse 6th: Super bowl Football Golf Tournament at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 10th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 12th: ARB Meeting at the Discovery Center Conference Room 14th: Valentine’s Day 17th: Dessert Bunco at the Owners Clubhouse 17th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 17th: Social Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 18th: Ground Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 19th: Pins & Needles Group at the Owners Clubhouse 20th: MGA Money Ball Tournament at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 24th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 25th: Committee Appreciation Dinner at the Owners Clubhouse MARCH 3rd: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 5th: Empty Nester’s Event at the Owners Clubhouse 6th: Golf Glow at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 10th: Blood Drive at the Owners Clubhouse -TBD 10th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 12th: ARB Meeting at the Discovery Center Conference Room 13th: State of the Club at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 16th: Blood Drive at the Owners Clubhouse -TBD 17th: Dessert Bunco at the Owners Clubhouse 17th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 17th: Social Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 18th: Ground Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 19th: Pins & Needles Group at the Owners Clubhouse 20th: Casino Night at the Owners Clubhouse 20th - 21st: MGA St. Patrick’s Shamble at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 21st: New Residents Meet and Mingle hosted by the Hospitality Committee at the Owners Clubhouse 26th: Movie Night at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 27th: Easter Egg Hunt hosted by the Social Committee at the Owners Clubhouse 28th: Easter Egg Hunt Rain Date hosted by the Social Committee at the Owners Clubhouse 31st: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse APRIL 3rd: MGA Team Match Play Day at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 3rd: Empty Nester’s Event at the Owners Clubhouse 4th: Easter Sunday 7th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 9th: ARB Meeting at the Discovery Center Conference Room 12th & 13th: Aerification at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 12th: Divot Party at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 14th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 15th: Ground Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 16th: Pins & Needles Group at the Owners Clubhouse 17th: Spring Fling - Community at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 17th: Community Spring Yard Sale 19th: Quarterly Community Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse 6:15 PM Sign In/Meet & Greet; 7:00 PM Call to Order
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21st: Dessert Bunco at the Owners Clubhouse 21st: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 21st: Social Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 23rd: Couples Golf at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 23rd: Chastain Night at the Owners Clubhouse 28th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse MAY *** Traditions Celebrates Graduates*** 1st: Pool Opens 1st: Empty Nester’s Event at the Owners Clubhouse 5th: Cinco D’ Mayo 5th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 7th: Couples Golf at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 8th: Adult Night hosted by the Social Committee at the Owners Clubhouse 9th: Mother’s Day 12th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 13th: Event Planning Meeting at Community Association Office Conference Room 14th: ARB Meeting at the Discovery Center Conference Room 15th: MGA Red Tee at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 19th: Dessert Bunco at the Owners Clubhouse 19th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 19th: Social Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 20th: Ground Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 21st: Pins & Needles Group at the Owners Clubhouse 25th: Last Day of School for Jackson County 26th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 31st: Memorial Day – HOA Office is Closed JUNE ***Empty Nesters Pool Party – TBD*** 2nd: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 5th: Member Appreciation BBQ & Music Festival at Traditions of Braselton Golf & Country Club 6th: New Residents Meet and Mingle hosted by the Hospitality Committee at the Owners Clubhouse 9th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 11th: ARB Meeting at the Discovery Center Conference Room 13th: Sunday Funday at the Owners Clubhouse hosted by the Social Committee 14th: Divots & Greens Party at the Traditions of Braselton Golf & Country Club 16th: Dessert Bunco at the Owners Clubhouse 16th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 16th: Social Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 17th: Grounds Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 18th: Pins & Needles Group at the Owners Clubhouse Club 18th: Couples Golf at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 20th: Father’s Day 23rd: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 25th to 27th: Member Guest Tournament at the Traditions of Braselton Golf & Country Club 30th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse JULY Empty Nesters Pool Party – TBD 1st: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 4th: July 4th Parade & Celebration hosted by the Social Committee 5th: Independence Day Holiday – HOA Office is closed 7th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 9th: ARB Meeting at the Discovery Center Conference Room
14th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 15th: Grounds Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 16th: Pins & Needles Group at the Owners Clubhouse 17th: MGA Red, White & Blue at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 19th: Quarterly Community Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse 21st: Dessert Bunco at the Owners Clubhouse 21st: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 21st: Social Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 23rd: Couples Golf at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 28th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 30th: 1st Day of School for Jackson County 30th: Back to School Bash & Book Bag Drive (iServe Ministries) at the Owners Clubhouse hosted by the Social Committee AUGUST 3rd: Empty Nester’s Event at the Owners Clubhouse 4th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 5th: Trivia Night at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 11th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 13th: ARB Meeting at the Discovery Center Conference Room 15th: Sunday Funday at the Owners Clubhouse hosted by the Social Committee 18th: Dessert Bunco at the Owners Clubhouse 18th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 18th: Social Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 19th: Grounds Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 20th: Pins & Needles Group at the Owners Clubhouse 21st & 22nd: MGA Ryder Cup at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 25th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 27th: Couples Golf at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club SEPTEMBER 1st: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 3rd: Empty Nester’s Event at the Owners Clubhouse 6th: Labor Day – HOA Office is Closed 7th: Divot Fixing Party at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 7th & 8th: Fall Aerification at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 8th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 8th: State of the Club at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 10th: ARB Meeting at the Discovery Center Conference Room 15th: Dessert Bunco at the Owners Clubhouse 15th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 15th: Social Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 16th: Grounds Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 17th: Pins & Needles Group at the Owners Clubhouse 18th: Fall Community Yard Sale 22nd: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 25th & 26th: Member/Member Tournament at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 26th: New Residents Meet and Mingle hosted by the Hospitality Committee at the Owners Clubhouse 29th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 30th: Pool Closes for the Season OCTOBER 6th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 8th: ARB Meeting at the Discovery Center Conference Room8th: Empty Nester’s Event at the Owners Clubhouse 9th: Community Fall Festival at the Traditions of Braselton Golf
and Country Club 13th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 14th: Sheila Fest Silent Auction Dinner Setup at the Owners Clubhouse 15th: Pins & Needles Group at the Owners Clubhouse 15th: Couples Golf at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 15th: Sheila Fest Golf Tournament at the Golf Club hosted by the Social Committee 15th: Sheila Fest Silent Auction Dinner at the Owners Clubhouse hosted by the Social Committee 16th: Sheila Fest Music Festival at the Owners Clubhouse hosted by the Social Committee 20th: Dessert Bunco at the Owners Clubhouse 20th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 20th: Social Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse 21st: Grounds Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 22nd - 24th: Club Championship at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 25th: Quarterly Community Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse 6:15 PM Sign In/Meet & Greet; 7:00 PM Call to order 27th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 30th: Kids Halloween Party Setup at the Owners Clubhouse 30th: 2nd Annual Halloween Party at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 31st: Kids Halloween Party at the Owners Clubhouse hosted by the Social Committee 31st: Halloween Day NOVEMBER ***Christmas Decorating Committee to Decorate Traditions*** 3rd: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 5th: Empty Nesters Event at the Owners Clubhouse 7th: Daylight Saving Time ends 10th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 12th: ARB Meeting at the Discovery Center Conference Room 13th: MGA Cup at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 17th: Dessert Bunco at the Owners Clubhouse 17th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 17th: Social Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse 18th: Grounds Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 19th: Pins & Needles Group at the Owners Clubhouse 24th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 25th & 26th: Thanksgiving Holiday – HOA Office is closed 27th: Cornhole Tournament at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club DECEMBER ***Christmas Giving – Toys for Tots*** 1st: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 2nd: 2022 Calendar Planning Meeting at the Discovery Center Conference Room 3rd: Empty Nesters Event at the Owners Clubhouse 4th: Traditions D ‘Lights Event at the Owners Clubhouse hosted by the Hospitality Committee 8th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 10th: ARB Meeting at the Discovery Center Conference Room 11th: Pancakes with Santa at the Owners Clubhouse hosted by the Social Committee 15th: Dessert Bunco at the Owners Clubhouse 15th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 15th: Social Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse 16th: Grounds Committee Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse Conference Room 17th: Pins & Needles Group at the Owners Clubhouse 22nd: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 24th & 27th: Christmas Holiday – HOA Office is closed 29th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 31st: New Year’s Eve – HOA Office is closed HAPPY NEW YEAR 2022
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NEWS FROM THE MANAGER
Traditions of Braselton Monthly Update
COMMITTEES
At the Annual Meeting we will have Committee sign ups for the next term of service which starts in March. If you have not been part of a Committee in the past, we would love to have you join us as we are always looking for new ideas to make improvements as well as bring our Community together! We will be sending out more details and Committee descriptions prior to the Annual Meeting.
UP AND COMING DATES TO REMEMBER January 2021: 1ST: Annual assessment payments are due 6TH: Empty Nesters Event 6TH: Super Bowl Golf Tournament 25TH: Committee Appreciation Dinner
LINKS TO HELPFUL INFORMATION
Financial Reports: www.traditionsofbraselton.org/docs/financials Modification Request Form: www.traditionsofbraselton.org/docs/ARB Community Newsletters: www.traditionsofbraselton.org/docs/ newsletters Update your Profile/View Your Account: www.traditionsofbraselton.org Community Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/pg/ Traditions-of-Braselton-Community-Association-656536547767097 Golf and Country Club Website: http://www.traditionsgcc.com/
SAFETY CONCERN FOR NEIGHBORHOOD TEENS
Last week I had a meeting with two concerned mothers of preteen and teenaged children in the neighborhood and I wanted to address the community on their reports. I would like to start off by saying that one of the nice things about Tradition is the outdoor spaces where children can go to play and get fresh air. I don’t know about you but when I was a kid, I was outside until right before dark and rarely spent anytime in doors. Today, kids seem to spend so much time inside playing video games or on social media. As a parent I can relate with the importance of having a safe environment where my kids can play outside. The ladies that I met with shared a few events that have made their children feel uncomfortable when in the neighborhood and using the amenities: 1. One of their children who is 16 years old and has driver’s license was followed home by a resident, their picture was taken and when the child went into the house the vehicle turned around and drove away. The child was a little freaked out by this. Now I understand that we have an issue with underage children driving golf carts, but we need to be mindful on how our actions might make some one feel. The appropriate course of action is to obtain the golf cart number and have the number looked up; management nor residents want to be in the business of following kids around on golf carts. If you happen to know who the child is the only appropriate action is to speak to their parents or report it to the office. Please do not approach the children or do anything to make them feel threatened. 2. When playing at the amenity on the pickle ball court with the appropriate equipment, they have also been approached and questioned by adults about who they are and where do they live. In this circumstance I understand that this person may have been wanting to protect the integrity of the amenities, but your actions made the children feel uncomfortable and threatened. A similar situation occurred when one of their children was riding a skateboard at the amenity. The adult watched them and took a picture of them and made the child feel very uncomfortable. I
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have also heard of this happening in different instances around the pond. Please be mindful that it is not possible for you to recognize every person at the amenity or pond area and that we do have a lot of new families moving in every week. It is not fair for their children to feel uncomfortable because adults are taking pictures of them, following them or questioning them. Now if there is truly something going on where vandalism or abuse of the amenity is occurring please report this to the police and notify the management office, but I urge you not to approach the situation. We understand that these actions are most likely well-intended and that we have a lot of residents that want to protect the neighborhood but want you to understand that some of these things can have the reverse affect and actually take away from what makes Traditions an awesome place to live for families and people of all ages. The children involved in these situations now don’t feel comfortable going out to play in their own neighborhood. Parents, you can help by taking to your children and asking them to be sure that they are following the rules and not causing damage to the properties, we did have some reports of ding-dong ditch and minor vandalism over the holiday but there is no way of know if the responsible parties lived in the neighborhood or not. So please talk to your kids and go over the neighborhood rules with them and ask them to make sure that they are being followed.
FITNESS CENTER
The fitness center procedures will remain unchanged. To make a Fitness Center Reservation please use the link below: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0948ACAC2CA3F94-fitness • When making reservation for the Fitness Center please be mindful that this is a new system. • We need at least 24-hour in advance notice to ensure that your key card is activated. Jennifer programs the amenity key cards for the following day around 9 pm each night. • If you made your reservation the day before and have an issue with your amenity access key card, please text Jennifer Giacin at 404414-6806. If you have any other questions regarding registration, please email Jennifer Giacin at manager@traditionsofbraselton.org • Please be mindful of other residents in the community when making reservations for the Fitness Center. If you know that you will not be able to attend the Fitness Center at the time that you made your reservation, please cancel your reservation as soon as possible so that time can be available to other residents in the community. • If you plan to use the Fitness Center, please read, and complete the following: Health Screening and Release of Liability Fitness Center. pdf. Please email or drop the document off at the office (if we are not there you may leave it in the lock box located to the right of our office door at the side entrance of the sales center).
CLUBHOUSE
Since reopening, the clubhouse has been booked up for most weekends. If you have a date in mind that you would like to reserve the clubhouse, we encourage you not to delay in booking your time. You can reserve the clubhouse on the website www. traditionsofbraselton.org >Amenities>Clubhouse rental.
ONSITE MAINTENANCE PROGRAM
Up and coming projects: • Complete. Stop sign replacements – there are many stop signs throughout the community that are faded and worn out that will be replaced;
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NEWS FROM THE MANAGER • In progress. Curb cleaning – we plan to start at the front of the neighborhood and work through the property; • Pending scheduling. Lay sod at the main pond; • Complete: Pressure wash (underway) perimeter fence and; • Re-painting traffic lines at the front entrance.
FINANCE
Year to date, we have collected $887,349.59 towards 2020 dues which is 97% of the annual budget. Below is a summary of the total delinquency which shows collections progress. The annual dues posted to accounts on February 1st, 2020. The 2021 budget draft has been submitted to the Board of Directors and approved and dues will remain the same at $850.00 per unit.
Delinquency Summary 6/30/2020 7/31/2020 8/31/2020 9/30/2020 10/31/2020 11/30/2020 Admin Collection Fees $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 Association Fee 2016 $2,250.00 $2,250.00 $2,250 $1,500.00 $1,500 $750.00 Association Fee Prior Years $6,375.00 $6,375.00 $6,375.00 $4,125.00 $4,125.00 $1,875.00 Association Fee 2017 $2,250.00 $2,250.00 $2,250.00 $1,500.00 $1,500.00 $750.00 Association Fee 2018 $4,115.96 $4,115.96 $4,115.96 $3,315.96 $3,195.96 $2,395.96 Association Fee 2019 $14,252.00 $13,954.00 $11,254.00 $10,304.00 $9,354.00 $8,504.00 Association Fee 2020 $87,382.56 $81,279.88 $72,754.88 $66,241.59 $61,099.59 $49,078.43 Attorney Fees Posted $70.00 $70.00 $70.00 $35.00 $2,096.47 0.00 Cap Contribution $283.00 $1,416.00 $283.00 $283.00 $311.84 $311.84 Fines $432.50 $432.00 $807.50 $1,535.00 $1,485.00 $1,425.00 Interest $119.88 $119.00 $119.88 $59.94 $59.94 0.00 Late Fee $1,770.00 $1,770.00 $1,515.00 $1,125.00 $650.00 $650.00 Lot Maintenance Prior Years $3,065.00 $2940 $2,865.00 $2,320.00 $2,320.00 $1,715.00 Lot Maintenance 2020 $175.00 $63,690.00 $27,465.00 $25,540.00 $22,840.00 NSF Fee $0.00 $0 $0 $0.00 $0.00 0.00 Self-Help Reimbursements $1,755.55 $1,755.00 $1,831.25 $1,193.65 $1,268.65 $Homeowner Refund $4,700.00 $5,275.00 Special Assessment 2020 $306,380.33 $234,588.67 $224,988.67 $86,641.66 $85,441.66 $1,966.66 Total $430,551.78 $353,542.44 $395,220.14 $208,408.10 $204,623.11 $98,855.54
*The special assessment delinquent amount increased because the developer lots were assessed at the end of May. The charges did not automatically post due to the accounts being marked as no fee, so the charges were added manually.
2021 payment coupons were delivered to owners at the end of December. If you own more than five lots, you will be receiving your billing separately by the end of next week. Again, the 2021 assessments are due on February 1st which is when you will see the charge posted to your account. If you make your payment prior to February 1st you will carry a credit balance until the charge posts. Payment coupons are not statement of accounts and only show the amount being assessed for the year, they do not show credit balances or balances owed (sorry to keep repeating these items, but I keep getting the same questions). You can check your account balance at: www.traditionsofbraselton.org.
allows the stained water to enter the pond. The other is a turbidity curtain which will add an additional level of protection. Once the park is completed, they will remove the turbidity curtain and clean that area of our pond if any silt may have gotten through. The stained water will ultimately dissipate over time with help from our fountain and the water will be back to normal. As it pertains to home construction, we toured the neighborhood with Jackson County and received positive feedback with only a few improvements that needed to be made. These are mostly covering the storm drains properly to insure no water pools in the street. The builders have been notified and are making the corrections. Chance is also removing any old drain filters that were left by the builders. We will continue to stay on top of this especially those lots that might drain to the golf course. Jackson County has done this at their expense and is committed to making sure we are properly protected via County and State guidelines.
Up and coming projects: • Enhancements to the back roundabouts; • Enhancements to the main pond area; • Enhancements to Cotton Gin Row fence line and Links monument area and; • Enhancements to the front entrance (behind the retention ponds) Reminder The Grounds Committee would like to remind residents of the Golf Cart Policy for the neighborhood. All Golf Carts must be registered, and drivers must comply with the rules. The most important things to remember are: • Drivers must be licensed; • Drivers must adhere to all traffic laws (speed limit, stop at stop signs, etc.); • Drivers must yield to automobiles.
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By now you should have received the emails regarding the online voting system. If you have not please email Jennifer Giacin: jgiacin@ cmacommunities.com. I will need to send you your individual registration code. There is one vote per property owned and your account must be in good standing for your vote to count. If you have a balance on your account, your payment must be posted by January 25th which is the day of the annual meeting for your vote to count. Please do not wait until the last minute to address this, you can manage your account online at: www.traditionsofbraselton.org.
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Update on Run-Off from New Park We have met with Jackson County and they have installed 2 types of filter systems to keep silt from coming into our pond. Pictured below the stone ring in their retention pond keeps silt out and only
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NEWS FROM THE MANAGER ARB/CONSTRUCTION IN PROGRESS
In 2020 a total of 118 new homes sold in Traditions. There are currently 63 homes under construction, of these there are 17 presales and 46 specs (16 of the specs have been sold). This is a lot of activity which naturally can cause some inconveniences for owners and your patience is appreciated while driving through the neighborhood and as construction is taking place near your homes. If you have an issue to report regarding construction in progress please email: arb@ traditionsofbraselton.org; ARB management is very quick to respond and have issues corrected. We are proud to share that Traditions of Braselton has been named in the top 25 subdivisions in the Atlanta Metro area according to data produced by Metro Study in their third quarter Atlanta Residential Survey! Follow this link to read more: https://patch.com/georgia/atlanta/classifieds/ announcements/190030/traditions-of-braselton-named-amongatlanta-s-top-25-subdivisions
GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB
Traditions Golf and Country Club is excited to announce that we have hired the General Contractor for our restaurant renovation/expansion. We are confident that they will do an excellent job on our muchawaited project. We have finalized our permits and have cleared out the restaurant to prepare for demo. Keep an eye out for upcoming progress reports and details on our groundbreaking ceremony. 2020 was a very successful year for Traditions Golf and Country Club. We have more than doubled our membership, crushed multiple financial/rounds records, and completed many improvements to the member experience. We are very optimistic about the state of the club and are beyond grateful for the support of our community. Please make sure to follow our Facebook page for exciting updates on the club and the renovation of our restaurant.
COVENANT ENFORCEMENT
From December 14 to January 14th 68 violations were generated; of those 43 have been closed, six were escalated, and 19 were new. Below
is a snapshot of the types of violations generated. Thank you to those that quickly addressed violations last month! It is never our goal to assess fines and we love to close violations! Please be mindful of the following: • Trashcans must be stored out of view from the street or neighboring properties; • Individual Yard/Garage Sales are not permitted. The Community hosts two community wide Yard Sales during the year. The next one will be in the Spring of 2021. • Please submit a modification request for any changes to exterior of your 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 the golf course, any street or neighboring property; • 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 ample pine straw or mulch should be installed at least twice per year; • Automobiles, trucks and vans must be parked in garages or driveways and may not be parked elsewhere on the property. Unlicensed or inoperable vehicles are considered a nuisance and will be removed. No motorized vehicles are permitted on pathways or unpaved common areas. For example, golf carts should not be operated on sidewalks; • Recreational vehicles including but not limited to motor homes, boats, jet skis, trailers, motorcycles, minibikes, scooters, go carts, golf carts, campers, buses, commercial trucks and vans must be parked in garages or be subject to removal from the property. Recreational vehicles may be operated on the streets within the neighborhood by a licensed driver in accordance with Georgia law; • The exterior of your home (to include the roof) should not have any rotting wood, missing shutters, peeling paint, mold or any other unsightly condition; • Yard signs are not permitted. If you have a contractor working on your home, please make sure they do not place a sign in your yard; • All pets should be leashed or otherwise controlled by the owner when outside a Unit and shall not be allowed to become a nuisance by barking or other acts. Owners must clean up after their pets; • Mailboxes should be properly maintained. You should have brass numbers on both sides of your mailbox, paint should not be faded or peeling, and post should be strait. Your Community is professionally managed by Community Management Associates
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NEWS FROM THE MANAGER
A 1,140-acre Master-Planned Community in Jackson County is No Longer Northeast Georgia’s Best Kept Secret According to Metrostudy 3Q20 Atlanta Residential Survey Jefferson, Ga., December 17, 2020 (For Immediate Release) – Key signs such as more than 120 homes sold for 2020 and the fact that it had surpassed the halfway mark for build-out on its 1,326 home sites indicated to General Manager Bryan Allen that word about the unique lifestyle offered at Traditions of Braselton was spreading. And when Metrostudy – a Hanley Wood Company – released the results of its 3Q20 Atlanta Residential Survey – placing the 1,140-acre master-planned squarely in the Top 25 Subdivisions in Atlanta by absorption rate, it was clear that Traditions of Braselton was no longer Northeast Georgia’s best kept secret.
and I are so happy that the word is out, and more and more homebuyers are discovering our community each week. Out of 525 leads over the course of the year, we were able to achieve 120 conversions – that’s a great hit rate.” In addition to making the Top 25 list for annual closings vs. annual starts, this ranking also places Traditions of Braselton at #2 in Jackson County behind The Seasons at Pendergrass and at #1 for the number of active builders among those Top 25 in Metrostudy’s 3Q20 Atlanta Residential Survey. To learn more about Traditions of Braselton, Atlanta real estate pros, prospective new residents and potential new builders are encouraged to visit www.TraditionsofBraseltonHomes.com or drop by the Discovery Center located at 401 Delaperriere Loop in Jefferson.
Situated in Metro Atlanta’s Jackson County, Traditions of Braselton boasts Everyday Luxury in a Country Club Setting with new construction homes priced from the low $300s to the $700s+ and a collection of resortquality amenities that include Traditions Golf & Country Club - an 18-hole golf course and clubhouse; swim club with junior Olympic-sized pool, waterslide and splash zone; tennis/pickleball complex; Owner’s Clubhouse; playground; walking trails; event lawn; social clubs and more. Traditions of Braselton residents enjoy access to excellent Jefferson City Schools, proximity to I-85 for commuting professionals, and convenience to the Main Street charm of historic Braselton and Jefferson.
About Traditions of Braselton: Tucked away in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains – just one hour north of the busy city streets of Downtown Atlanta, Traditions of Braselton serves as a suburban oasis that boasts scenic beauty and a desirable resort-inspired lifestyle. Worldclass amenities include an 18-hole golf course and club, expansive owners’ clubhouse, junior Olympic-sized pool with waterslide and splash zone, six lighted tennis courts with spectator pavilion, pickle ball court, playground, and festival lawn. Traditions of Braselton has assembled some of the South’s finest builders to offer a wide array of homes to fit a variety of styles, taste levels and budgets.
“In addition to our growing status among prospective new neighbors, we’re seeing a lot of interest from local builders – both production and custom,” said Allen. “We currently have 18 builders enhancing the streetscapes throughout our community. We’ve known for a long time that we had something incredibly special here. My team
This sprawling 1140-acre master-planned community presents homebuyers with everything from an expertly crafted spec home to an imaginatively designed custom home – with a mission to provide everyday luxury in a country club setting. Learn more at www. TraditionsofBraseltonHomes.com.
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N E W S F R O M T H E H O S P I TA L I T Y C O M M I T T E E
New Resident Meet and Greet We want to extend a warm welcome to all our new residents! We hope that you are feeling at home here in Traditions. Please keep in mind that there are many activities available for our residents: tennis, golf, pickleball, yoga, and many more. If you need weekly encouragement, drop in on the Bible study group on a Wednesday at 7 pm. Other groups or committees are not limited to but include, Empty Nesters, Social Committee, and much more. You can find an array of activities to suit your lifestyle. Moreover, if there is a committee you would like to join, simply review the list of committees in this newsletter and let the Committee Chairs know! We are always looking for people to join the Hospitality committee! Any college students looking to serve their community can contact me if they are interested in the Hospitality committee. Please be advised that we follow COVID guidelines. Please wear a mask to attend the Meet and Greet. Do not attend if you are experiencing ANY COVID related symptoms. We ask everyone to practice social distancing. We will check your temperature upon entry into the Clubhouse. Let us do our part in keeping everyone healthy. Our next “New resident Meet and Greet” is scheduled on Sunday, March 21st from 3pm-4pm at the Owner’s Clubhouse. Hope to see you there! Hospitality Committee, Chair Portia Ocampo
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INGREDIENTS • tuna loin 1 long, 300-400g • groundnut oil 1 tsp • black and white sesame seeds 2 tbsp • English mustard for brushing • microleaves, baby salad leaves or chives to serve
TATAMI SAUCE • grated ginger 1 tsp • spring onion 1, finely sliced • soy sauce 1 tbsp • sesame oil 1½ tsp • lime juice 1 tbsp
DIRECTIONS STEP 1: Rub the tuna all over with the groundnut oil, then season with salt and lots of black pepper. Put the sesame seeds on a flat plate. Brush a little more oil over a non-stick pan. Sear the tuna for about 20 seconds on each side. Take out of the pan and brush very thinly with mustard, then roll quickly in the sesame seeds to coat. Wrap in clingfilm and chill in the fridge for 20 minutes. STEP 2: Mix the sauce ingredients together. To serve, use a very sharp knife to cut the tuna into ½cm slices. Arrange on a platter and scatter over the microleaves and chives. Serve with the sauce.
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Donations to iServe Ministries for Toys for Tots December 2020 Our Empty Nesters group invited our community to give to the Toys for Tots in conjunction with iServe Ministries for Jackson County children who would otherwise not have a Christmas. Once again our community ROCKS! We continue to show our hearts in everything we do. Though this has been a tough year for many, this year we were once again blessed to collect toys and gift cards for all ages in numbers that exceeded our expectations. It was enough to fill up a large pickup truck bed, whole interior and another full car and truck load. That’s a few hundred toys that went to our Jackson community kids through iServe. There were families who chose to give toys instead of presents for themselves, families that went beyond and sponsored whole families, and so many others. Jeff Grant from iServe, working with Jackson County and Toys for Tots, had a hot pancake breakfast and allowed children, that are in need of toys and have not been helped by another organization, to shop in the toy closet. Each child received several toys based on the number of children and the number of toys We are truly blessed to live in a community that shows love, caring and support that knows no bounds. Thank you to everyone for their generosity in making this another successful year. Beth Grimes, Empty Nesters Planning Committee Chair
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Currently, the ladies have standing tee times are Mondays at 11 am and Tuesday through Friday at 10:20 am. You need to call the pro shop 48 hours in advance to reserve your spot. You can make reservations for up to two weeks at a time. Do not worry about handicaps since the skill levels vary widely. These women golf for fun.
and Thursdays, it is just playing with whomever you like (assuming they want to play with you too). Our block of tees time starts at Monday at 11 am and at 10:30 am Tuesday through Friday. You need to call the pro shop 48 hours in advance to reserve your spot. You can make reservations for up to two weeks at a time. Play as often or as little as you like. This is a social group with members of varying skill levels. For more information, contact Steve Morrell at shmorrell44@gmail.com or (h)706-654-6034 or (c) 770-861-6102.
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The senior men gather to play an organized format of stroke play on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. You never know who you will get paired with on these days, so it is a great opportunity to meet your fellow neighbors and make new friends. On Tuesdays
Come out and meet your neighbors in this fun and welcoming group. The Traditions men’s group has weekly organized games on Wednesdays at 12:00 pm and Saturdays/Sundays starting at 7:30 am. We also sponsor fun monthly tournaments throughout the year. Members can register to play online through Golf Genius. The MGA has neighbors of all skill levels and ages. For additional information, please contact Wayne Freeman at 706346-9519 or wfree17@yahoo.com
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H E A LT H A N D F I T N E S S
Happy February! We love with our hearts, bodies, and souls, yet so often we hold back from giving all our love to another or feeling true love for ourselves. We protect ourselves from heartbreak and shield our hearts from pain. But inside these boundaries, we lose so much of our self. When we open our hearts to vulnerability and expose our pains to the world, we find more love than we could ever imagine, for ourselves and those around us. This month, open your heart to the possibility of the greatest love you can feel, love for yourself and everything around you. There is no greater gift you can give or receive. “Love is the bridge between you and everything” “Where there is Love, there is Light” ~Rumi Mahatma Gandhi
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Opening our hearts during our practice offers an alignment cue that encourages us to lift the sternum slightly and open the chest. This has numerous benefits: • Increases lung capacity • Brings alertness to the practice (mildly stimulates the sympathetic nervous system) • Allows the collarbones to spread and open • Allows the shoulders to slide away from the neck Traditions of Braselton
H E A LT H A N D F I T N E S S and relax • Prevents concaving the upper spine/chest too much which can put pressure on the heart/lungs/ organs and diaphragm • Creates proper movement in backbends taking pressure off the lumbar spine, and off the wrists In sitting/meditation this helps the spine/torso stay naturally upright/open and alert; and it feels effortless. Emotionally and energetically “opening our hearts” helps us feel more joyful, dissipates depression, activates our courage and confidence, and stops us from slumping and blocking energy flow. It also takes the “struggle” out of practice. Just remind yourself in your practice to keep the heart open to receive! SHARE THE LOVE*** FEBRUARY SPECIAL*** BRING A FRIEND (new to my classes) FOR FREE
1665 Traditions Way, Jefferson (Open to residents and non-residents) All classes are $12 for walk In’s and $10 per class for packages of 3 or more classes per month. (Cash payments and Venmo accepted) Reservations are encouraged but not required. Please be sure to bring your mat and water to all classes! I look forward to practicing with you! If you do not see a good class time that suits your schedule, please do not hesitate to let me know! I will try my best to accommodate you. I also offer private, semiprivate, and group private classes for all ages and stages!!!!
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AOY “FEBRUARY SCHEDULE” MONDAY’S “FIT” Jam 5:15 pm “Gentle Zen” Yoga 6:30 pm TUESDAY’S “Buti Power” Yoga 6:15 pm THURSDAY’S “Vinyasa Flow” Yoga 10:00 am
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You are invited to sew with us at the “Pins & Needles”. The group quilts, sews, embroiders, appliqués, knits, crochets, and any other type of handwork you enjoy. We meet at the Traditions of Braselton Owner’s Clubhouse at 1665 Traditions Way, Jefferson, GA 30549 every third Friday of the month from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm.
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12 Financial Resolutions for 2021
Start the New Year right by reviewing and revamping your financial plan. Instead of hauling out those familiar New Year’s resolutions about eating less and exercising more, how about focusing on your financial well-being? Here are 12 resolutions that can help ensure your financial confidence in retirement. 1. Get your balance sheet in order. You can’t expect to reach a goal without knowing where you’re starting from. Update your personal balance sheet (assets versus liabilities, broadly speaking). If you’re retired, make note of the income you receive from Social Security, pensions, retirement plan assets or other sources. Everything proceeds from this first step, so take the time to bring these numbers up to date. 2. Review your budget and spending. How closely did last year’s spending match what you’d planned? Were unexpected increases one‐time items or ongoing costs? Where can you trim expenses? Although some budget items are fixed, a sharp pencil can produce significant savings on other costs. Start with what you realistically expect to have as income, then assign those dollars to your various expense categories, while also maintaining flexibility to account for things like healthcare that can’t be pinned down precisely. 3. Review your account titling. Account titling often occurs haphazardly, which can create problems down the line. If one partner dies and an account is titled only in their name, those assets can’t be readily accessed by the survivor. The solution may be creating joint accounts, but it’s not always that simple. Titling has implications across a range of estate planning issues, as well as other situations such as Medicaid eligibility and borrowing power, too. Review your account titling and discuss with your team of professionals. 4. Designate and update your beneficiaries. If you don’t correctly document your beneficiary designations, who gets what may be determined by federal or state law, or by the default plan document used in your retirement accounts. When did you last update your designations? Have life changes (divorce, remarriage, births, deaths, state of residence) occurred since then? Update your beneficiary listings on wills, life insurance, annuities, IRAs, 401(k)s, qualified plans and anything else that’d affect your heirs. If you’ve named a trust, have any relevant tax laws changed? Have you provided for the possibility that your primary beneficiary may die before you? Does your plan address the simultaneous death of you and your spouse? An estate attorney can help walk you through these various scenarios. 5. Evaluate your cash holdings. A certain amount of assets should be set aside in cash accounts that can be readily accessed – talk with your advisor about whether your current allocation strikes the right balance. Note that the cash portions of your brokerage and retirement accounts serve a different purpose and shouldn’t be counted as emergency reserves. 6. Revisit your asset allocation. Appreciation in one asset class or underperformance in another can leave your portfolio with a different allocation than what you originally intended. Revisit your current and ideal asset allocation at least annually and rebalance as needed (consider rebalancing with new contributions to help avoid capital gains taxes). Consider, too, whether you’re comfortable with your portfolio’s current level of risk. Risk tolerance isn’t static – it
changes based on your net worth, age, income needs, financial goals and other considerations. 7. Evaluate your retirement income sources. Most retirees have several income sources, such as Social Security, pensions, retirement portfolios, rental properties, notes receivable, inheritances, etc. Think about how secure each source is. Can you count on that inheritance? Would rental property vacancies interrupt your cash flow? Are the notes receivable backed by collateral? If too much of your retirement income is from less‐than‐solid sources, it may be time to reposition your assets. 8. Review your Social Security statement. If you’re not yet retired, go online and establish an account with the Social Security Administration – the SSA doesn’t mail out individual statements of accrued benefits anymore. Review your statement, and be sure all your earnings over the years have been recorded. Use the SSA’s online calculator to compute your benefits at various retirement ages. If appropriate, revisit your spousal plan and revise as needed. 9. Review the tax efficiency of your charitable giving. Think strategically about your contributions – for example, consider whether or not it’d make sense to donate low‐basis stocks in lieu of cash, or learn about establishing a donor advised fund to take an upfront deduction for contributions made over the next several years. Give, but do so with an eye toward reducing your tax liability. 10. Check whether your retirement plan is on track. What changes are needed given your current lifestyle and the market environment? Don’t fixate solely on your retirement assets’ value – instead, drill down into what types of assets you hold, what your expected cash flow will be, what your contingency plans are, what rate of return you’re assuming, what inflation rate you’re assuming and how long you’re planning for. Retirement plans have many moving parts that must be monitored on an ongoing basis. 11. Make the indicated changes. You should now have a good idea of your cash flow situation, what your retirement income picture looks like and where other challenges lie. Do you need to adjust your IRA contributions, other account contributions or tax withholding? Are you taking full advantage of your employer’s retirement plan options, particularly any contribution match? Go after any problems areas – or opportunities – systematically and promptly. 12. Check in with your advisor. Your advisor can help offer specialized tools, impartiality and experience earned by dealing with many market cycles and client situations. Communicate openly about what’s happening in your life today and what may happen in the future. Advisors can’t help you manage what they don’t know, so err on the side of over‐communicating. Establish a regular meeting schedule to review your portfolio and retirement plans.
Ann Austin, Financial Advisor, AAMS®, AIF® Raymond James & Associates, Inc. 101 Trinity Place Athens, GA 30607 Ph# 706‐613‐9915 http://www.raymondjames.com/annaustin
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January- Home Safety February- Plumbing March- Renovating April- Roofing May- Lawn Maintenance June- Picking the right Handyman July- Gutters
August- Picking the right Gas Company September- Electrician October- Live walk through of 2021 North Georgia Home Show November- Kitchen December- Financial Planning
January- New year New you February- Elder Care & Heart Health March- Diabetes April- Ortho May- Stroke Awareness June- Financial Planning July- Mental Health
August- Cancer Awareness September- Healthy Aging October- Open Enrollment & Advance Care Planning November- Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness December- Respiratory Care
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CELEBRATE AMERICAN HEART MONTH AT TRADITIONS OF BRASELTON! From greeting cards to bright red boxes of chocolates, hearts can be found virtually everywhere during the month of February. While it’s no secret that the heart is a popular symbol of Valentine’s Day, what many people may not realize is that February is also representative of American Heart Month. Launched in 1964 by President Lyndon B. Johnson, American Heart Month is designed to grow awareness about heart disease while reinforcing the importance of heart health, the ways to achieve heart health and the need for continued research. Marking the single largest health threat to Americans, heart disease takes an average of 2,300 lives a day. With obesity being a leading cause of heart disease, healthy lifestyle choices – including maintaining a healthy weight through diet and exercise, getting regular checkups, controlling blood sugar and cholesterol, and treating high blood pressure – are the most effective ways to maintain good heart health. As a lifestyle-centric community with a wealth of amenities just beyond your front door, Traditions of Braselton makes it easy for you to celebrate American Heart Month and embrace a healthy lifestyle all year long! • Walk Your Way to Heart Health – In addition to miles of sidewalk-lined streets on which to stroll, you can take your daily walk “off-road” by exploring our community’s natural walking trail – which will add another 1/3 mile to your trek. You will find it tucked away off Traditions Way. Because most of our community is relatively level, it’s easy for neighbors of all fitness levels to get started. As you become more comfortable, challenge yourself with a new route that includes more hills. Early in the day or just before dark are the best times of day to walk, rather than during the heat of the day (depending on the time of year) or in the dark when you may be in danger of not being seen by drivers. • Grab a Racquet – From tennis to pickleball, the courts at the heart of our community offer another great way to get and stay fit. They both offer a full body workout, improve aerobic health, burn calories, improve bone health, boost brain power, enhance flexibility and coordination, lift your mood and improve cardiovascular health.
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• Swing on Over to the Golf Course – According to Harvard Medical School, walking an average course for a round of golf can be as much as four miles. If you walk 18 holes three to five times a week, you’ll achieve the optimal amount of endurance exercise for your heart. If you pull your clubs or carry them, you’ll burn more calories per round, and benefit even more. While you may not want to walk the entire length of our 18-hole course, you may park your cart a little farther away from each hole to get in enough of a walk to get the blood pumping. • Tap a Lap – Once summer returns and our junior Olympic-sized pool reopens, you might want to hit the deck early in the morning to get in a few laps. According to the Swim Strong Foundation, this aerobic exercise strengthens the heart and leads to better blood flow. Research has shown that just 30 minutes of swimming a day can reduce coronary heart disease in women by 30-40%. • Climb Aboard – Our state-of-the-art fitness center is filled with equipment that is designed to get your blood pumping and improve heart health. Find your favorite machine or create a routine that includes a mix of treadmill, elliptical, stationary bike, leg press and dumb bell exercises. While it’s by appointment only now for the safety of our residents, the fitness center will be accessible 24-hours a day again once the pandemic has ended. • Class is in Session – We are fortunate to have residents who provide a number of fun, heart-healthy classes in the Owners Clubhouses. Enjoy a regular rotation of yoga and cardio kickboxing classes close to home. They prove a great way to stay healthy and meet your neighbors! You’re important to us and we want you to be a valued member of this community for as long as possible. Take care of yourself by taking care of your heart – not just this month but the whole year through! KB 1/9/21 Traditions of Braselton
TRAVEL IS ESSENTIAL! PLAN YOUR 2021 GETAWAYS Let World’s Best Adventures plan this year’s vacations for you as we leave our living rooms behind and head back outside! Our luxury trips include motorcoach transportation, hotel accommodations and complete itineraries – repeat customers receive a gift! TRAVELING TO THE FOLLOWING GREAT DESTINATIONS IN 2021: • SAVANNAH, GA • ASHEVILLE, NC • CHARLESTON, SC • MEMPHIS, TN • ST. AUGUSTINE, FL • NEW ORLEANS, LA • WASHINGTON, DC • CHATTANOOGA, TN
• ARK ENCOUNTER & CREATION MUSEUM • DESTIN, FL • GOLDEN ISLES, GA • NASHVILLE, TN • MYRTLE BEACH, SC • ORLANDO, FL • PIGEON FORGE, TN
Visit worldsbestadventures.com for trip dates and reservation deadlines. Limited space available on all vacations – reserve early to book your spot. All vacations are 21+, and at times will include walking tours. Alert your guide at the time of booking of any accessibility/mobility needs.
Now offering travel insurance! World’s Best Adventures continues to monitor the ongoing ramifications of the COVID-19 global pandemic. We’re committed to responsibly traveling and ensuring the health and safety of all of our guests.
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For additional details and to reserve your spot, call Carly Sharec at 770-535-6323 or email csharec@worldsbestadventures.com.
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At The Heart Center of Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC), we believe that living your best life starts with a strong and healthy heart. From disease prevention and proactive diagnostics to innovative procedures and advanced long-term treatments, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re committed to providing the highest level of heart care for every stage of life. To learn more or to request an appointment, call 770-415-8819 or visit heartngmc.org/appointment.