The Water Wheel The Water Wheel
at Mundy Mill Summer 2024
MUNDY MILL SUMMER COMMUNITY
NEWSLETTER
Hello Summer 2024!
WE HOPE EVERYONE IS ENJOYING THE HOT WEATHER AND ENJOYING ALL OF THE BEAUTIFUL POOLS IN MUNDY MILL.
It is nice to get outside and have some summer fun. The kids are out of school for the summer and vacation time is here.
CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE GRADUATES CLASS OF 2024 | YOU DID IT!
Congratulations on your amazing achievement! We celebrate all of the graduates in the community and/or your family and friends. We wish you the best of luck!
CARE COMMITTEE VOLUNTEERS
The Association is looking for residents who would like to join the Care Committee. If you would like to sign up to be a part of the Care Committee, please feel free to contact Ruth Banford at ruth.banford@ fsresidential.com
Note: Committees are voluntary positions.
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.
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
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
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
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
CONTACT NUMBERS
Senior Center:
CONTACT NUMBERS
CONTACT NUMBERS
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
Gainesville Solid Waste & Recycling:
770-532-0493
A Message from the Manager...
ssage from the Manage r...
Our pool season kicked off with its fair share of challenges, but we’ve persevered! A big shoutout to everyone for their patience and understanding as we ironed out the wrinkles at the start of summer. Your cooperation was invaluable to our hardworking staff, who went above and beyond to ensure everyone could enjoy a fantastic pool experience.
As one of our busiest times, preparing for pool season is no small feat. There’s a ton of groundwork involved in getting everything up and running smoothly.
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.
We recently invested in new umbrellas for the White Oak Pool, but unfortunately, one broke within a week due to negligence in closing it after use. We kindly request that everyone remembers to close the umbrella they’ve used before leaving the pool area.
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.
On a more serious note, there have been reports of a suspicious individual trespassing in the Mundy Mill area. This person is not a resident of our community and has been seen either scaling the fence to access the pools or sneaking in behind others. If you spot this individual, please don’t hesitate to call 911 immediately. UPDATE: The individual has been caught and arrested.
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.
In light of recent events, we urge everyone to be vigilant and not to allow anyone to tail-gate their way into the amenity or pool areas. Please ensure to close the gates behind you and encourage others to use their access keys for entry. It’s crucial for maintaining safety and fairness for all pool-goers in Mundy Mill.
We hope everyone has a great summer!
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.
job that’s now become a right of passage for the Banford family spanning years within the Philadelphia Police Department.
couldn’t be prouder of my son! I wish you all the best and please stay safe
2024 Yard of the Month!
April Winners
May Winners
June Winners
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.
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 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. Signs without approval accrues a $150 fine directly to your account.
• 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 submitted 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.
Independence Day Celebration at Laurel Park
Thursday, July 4th | 9AM-11PM 3100 Old Cleveland Hwy | Gainesville, GA
Music Bingo
Every Thursday from July 4th - August 15th | 7PM - 9PM
NoFo Brew Co Gainesville | 434 High Street SW | Gainesville, GA
Beach Bash
Friday, July 12th | 5PM-9PM
Lake Lanier Olympic Park |3105 Clarks Bridge Rd | Gainesville, GA
Hot Summer Nights Concerts
Wednesday, July 17th | 6PM-9PM
Downtown Gainesville | 300 Henry Ward Way Suite 100 | Gainesville, GA
Family Frolics
Wednesday, July 17th | 10:30AM - 11:30AM
Elachee Nature Science Center | 2125 Elachee Drive | Gainesville, GA
First Friday Concert Series
Friday, August 2nd | 6:30PM - 9:30PM Gainesville Square | 112 Bradford St NE | Gainesville, GA
Flowery Branch Farmers Market
Thursday, August 15th | 3:30PM - 6:30PM 5210 Railroad Ave | Flowery Branch, GA
Flowery Branch Days Featuring The Fly Betty Band
Saturday, September 21st | 10AM - 9:30PM 5210 Railroad Ave | Flowery Branch, GA
Suwanee Festival
Saturday, September 21st | 9AM - 7PM Sunday, September 22nd| 12PM - 5PM Town Center Park | 330 Town Center Avenue | Suwanee, GA
Gainesville Latino Fest
Saturday, September 28th | 5PM- 9PM Midtown Greenway | 682 Grove St | Gainesville, GA
Recipe Corner
GRILLED ASIAN GARLIC STEAK SKEWERS
The Recipe Critic Tried & True
By Alyssa Rivers
IngredIents
• 1 1/2 pound top sirloin steak
• 2/3 cup soy sauce
• 6 garlic cloves minced
• 1/4 cup sesame oil
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• ½ cup sugar
• 1 Tablespoon grated ginger
• 2 tbsp sesame seeds (I like using the Japanese assorted sesame seeds but any will work)
• 1 red onion cut into one inch pieces
• 1 green bell pepper cut into one inch pieces
• 1 yellow bell pepper cut into one inch pieces
• 1 red bell pepper cut into one inch pieces
• skewers
• Sliced green onions for garnish
InstructIons
• Cut steak into one inch cubes.
• In a large bowl whisk together soy sauce, garlic, sesame oil, olive oil, sugar, ginger and sesame seeds. Add the steak and toss to coat in marinade. Marinate for 3 hours or overnight.
• Preheat the grill to medium high heat. Thread the meat, red onion, and bell pepper onto the skewers. Grill for
LOADED CREAMY RANCH DIP (POOLSIDE DIP)
The Recipe Critic Tried & True
By Alyssa Rivers
IngredIents
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 red bell pepper finely diced
• 1 jalapeno finely diced (leave the seeds in for more kick)
• 1 small can black olives chopped
• 1 can corn 15 ounce, drained
• 1 package ranch seasoning mix
InstructIons
• In a medium sized bowl add cream cheese, bell pepper, jalapeño, olives, corn, and ranch package. Mix together until incorporated.
• Serve immediately with your favorite chips or store for up to 24 hours.
MUFFINS FOR MOMS
ONUTS FOR DADS
DONUTS FOR DADS
DONUTS FOR DADS
DONUTS FOR DADS
We appreciate all of the dads that came out for the Donuts for Dads event. We appreciate you for all that you do!
We appreciate all of the dads that came out for the Donuts for Dads event. We appreciate you for all that you do!
We appreciate all of the dads that came out for the Donuts for Dads event. We appreciate you for all that you do!
We appreciate all of the dads that came out for the Donuts for Dads event. We appreciate you for all that you do!
We love you lots!
We love you lots!
We love you lots!
We love you lots!
la tions s Graduates
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Congratula tions Grad uates
ROLANDO & MAAYRA
ROLANDO & MAYRA SANTOS FAMILY
4457 Clubside Drive
4457 Clubs
ROLANDO & MAYRA SANTOS FAMILY
44557 Clubside Drive
Adah Godina
Adah Godina
Gainesville H Hiigh School
Gainesville Hiigh School
Adah Godina
Gainesville H High School
Leah Godina
University of North Georgia
Leah Godina
University of N North Georgia
GAINESVILLE, GA
2024 HOLIDAY SANITATION SCHEDULE
*3 There is no Garbage/Recycling collection on Thursday, July 4, 2024. Therefore you should put your trash out on Thursday night for Friday, July 5, 2024 pickup.
Dogs must be on a leash at all times and accompanied when outside.
Dogs must be on a leash at all times and accompanied when outside. Remember to pick up after them and keep them hydrated!
Remember to pick up after them and keep them hydrated! When walking your dog in the summer, always keep in mind… If your feet are hot on the pavement, your dogs feet are just as hot. Please be mindful of paws getting burned on the hot cement.
When walking your dog in the summer, always keep in mind
If your feet are hot on the pavement, your dogs feet are just as hot. Please be mindful of paws getting burned on the hot cement.
MUNDY MILL BLOOD DRIVE MUNDY MILL BLOOD DRIVE
September 2024
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
July—September 2024
THE 2024 SUMMER POOL SEASON IS HERE!
THE POOLS AT MUNDY MILL OPENED ON SATURDAY, MAY 11, 2024 AMS POOLS has returned for the 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 are still 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 knows, 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 refilled. 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.
Our Mission
Our Mission
To provide our seniors independent lifestyle as possible, with the deserve by finding
DIGNI TY & RE SP ECT
DIGNI TY & RE SP ECT
DIGNI TY & RE SP ECT
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.
It is seniors needs, above make happy, difference lives
COMPA SS ION
COMPA SS ION
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770-884-4358
Fax: 888-690-5115
LOVE
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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.
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.
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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