Windermere March 2024

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Windermere Leaflet Inside this Issue Annual Assessment Reminder

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Easter Celebration Swim Team Update

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Contacts

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Jon Lyman | President | jonathan.lyman@yahoo.com Rebecca Paterson | Vice-President | rebeccapaterson2@hotmail.com George Aubrey | Treasurer | gfaubrey@gmail.com Travis Barrs | Secretary | tsbarrs@gmail.com Jill Hensley | Member at Large | hensleyjill@gmail.com Joey Leonardo | Member at Large | joey@kyle-maynard.com Paul Valcheff | Member at Large | paul@valcheff.com COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS Michèl Krahn | Tennis | windermeretenniscmt@gmail.com Jill Hensley | ARC | hensleyjill@gmail.com Kristin McAfee | Social | k@funsizeevents.com Joey Leonardo | Pool | joey@kyle-maynard.com George Aubrey | Finance | gfaubrey@gmail.com OFFICE INFORMATION Hours: Mon-Fri, 9 am – 5 pm Address: 4444 Front Nine Drive, Cumming GA 30041

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Stacy Maguire | Activities Office 678-455-7708 ext. 2 | stacy.maguire@fsresidential.com Seth Daugherty | Association Manager 678-455-7708 ext. 3 | seth.daugherty@fsresidential.com Lexie Crowson | Compliance 678-455-7708 ext.1 | lexie.crowson@fsresidential.com After-Hours Emergency | 678-624-9453 ext. 2 TENNIS OFFICE Bobby Schindler | Tennis Director 770-598-8378 | schindlerb@comcast.net

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STREET LIGHT OUTAGE Sawnee EMC | www.sawnee.com/report-streetlight

STREET MAINTENANCE To report a problem with street, curb or sidewalk, contact Tricia Syler: tmsyler@forsythco.com

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BOARD REMINDERS AMENITY CARD REPLACEMENT Windermere Amenity Cards are available to residents in good standing. Please stop by the clubhouse during office hours.

Replacement cards are $10 each. Check or money order ONLY. No cash or credit cards accepted.

LOST PET/ANIMAL DISTURBANCES Please contact Forsyth County Animal Control at 770-781-2138 to report your lost pet or if you see animals roaming free and not on a leash, especially if you deem that animal to be aggressive in any way. www.windermerecommunity.net www.facebook.com/windermerehoa

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The Windermere Leaflet 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 Windermere 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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COMMUNITY UPDATES

Annual Assessment Reminder!

The second installment of the annual assessments are due on or before April 1st. Payments received after that date are subject to a 10% late fee. Please remember to mail or submit payments at least 10-14 days prior to the due date.

Mail payment to: Windermere Community Association FirstService Residential Florida P.O. Box 30348 Tampa, FL 33630-3348 Payments may also be paid online at www.clickpay.com .

Be sure to include your account number with your payment in order to assure your payment is posted to the correct account.

Per the Windermere Financial Policies and Procedures, late fees will not be waived under any circumstances.

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SAVE THE DATES If your children will be participating in the egg hunt, please bring 12 candy or toy filled eggs per child to the activities office by Friday, March 22nd. Eggs can be dropped off anytime in the box provided by the front door.

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BALLON TWISTERS COTTON CANDY STATION Limited quantities

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* Events and Dates may be subject to change

CALENDAR OFEVENTS 2024 February 9 COMEDY NIGHT

March 14 PI DAY 23 EASTER EGG HUNT

May-Sept SIZZLIN’ SUMMER FUN FEATURING LIVE MUSIC, MOVIES AND MORE

June 28 FIREWORKS

April 20 GARAGE SALE

August 10 GO GREEN

**CHECK COMMUNITY EBLASTS FOR DATES AND DETAILS

October 5 GARAGE SALE

November 8 VETERANS BREAKFAST 9-10 SANTA PHOTOS

December 5 HOLIDAY CELEBRATION

SPRING GARAGE SALE SATURDAY, APRIL 20TH, 2024 8:00AM-3:00PM Windermere Leaflet

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TENNIS NEWS

PICKLE BALL AT WINDERMERE

MARCH DRILL SCHEDULE Monday 9:30am-11:00am Lady’s Open Drills Wednesday 6:30pm-8:00pm Adult Open Drills Friday 9:30am-11:00am Adult Open Drills Friday 11:15am-12:30pm Reps, Reps and more Reps

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

JUNIOR TENNIS DRILLS AT WINDERMERE Please contact Coach Bobby directly at schindlerb@comcast.net for the current drill schedule.

MARCH TENNIS SOCIALS! WE HAVE 2 SOCIALS LINED UP!!

Tuesday, March 5th

9am to 12pm Ladies Doubles Round Robin A fun day of ladies doubles with a light lunch to follow. Limited to the first 32 residents to sign up.

Friday, March 15th

6-8pm Mixed Doubles Round Robin A night of mixed tennis and dinner afterwards. Limited to the first 40 residents to sign up. ***Please contact Melanie Connelly at 770-355-9791 to RSVP

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The winter season of ALTA league pickle ball is currently underway. Registration for the summer season opens up on March 19 and closes on April 9. Teams require a minimum of 5 women and 5 men and match play will include womens doubles, mens doubles and 2 lines of mixed doubles. If you are interested in playing on a pickle ball team, or just have questions about pickle ball at Windermere in general, please reach out to our Windermere pickle ball coordinator Robin Wolfe at windermeretenniscmt@gmail.com.

SQUEEGEES & BATT TOWELS ARE HERE FOR YOUR RAINYDAY RELIEF Please remember there are multiple tools at our courts to help dry your courts. They each serve a specific purpose, so in order to extend the life of these tools, please use them accordingly. Upon arriving at your wet court, please use a roller or pull squeegee to spread out the large amounts of collected water. The BATT towels are to be used once the water has been dispersed to help dry the court in a more efficient manner. Please watch this quick video on the proper way to use the BATT towel here: https://battowel.com/video Please remember to hang the squeegees and BATT towels back up on the inside of the fence when you have finished using them.

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TENNIS NEWS

RESOURCE CENTER • Questions about joining a USTA or ALTA team? Contact the tennis committee at windermeretenniscmt@gmail.com.

• Questions about adult or junior drills? Contact Coach Bobby at schindlerb@comcast.net • Need to Reserve a Court? Download the Reserve My Court app at ReserveMyCourt.com. Both tennis and pickle ball court reservations can be made on the app. Please follow the instructions at the following link to get started:

www.reservemycourt.com

• Windermere Tennis General and League Play Rules and Guidelines can be found by scanning the QR Code.

Lodge & Fitness Center Please read all posted signs before entering the gym.

Although we have increased gym cleaning by our professional cleaning company to 3 times per week, as a courtesy to other residents of your community, please remember to always clean equipment before/after usage, and employ social distancing. Lastly, please limit your work out to no more than 2 hours when others are wanting to use the facility.

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Access cards are now required to enter the restrooms located near the tennis facility and the main playground area. Access will be granted with your amenity card between the hours of 5:00 AM and 11:00 PM ONLY.

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Except for cleaning Monday, Wednesday and Fridays from 9am-10am

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We offer online ordering, curbside pickup and delivery powered by DoorDash and UberEATS. REVISED HOURS OF OPERATION: M - Th 11:30 AM - 8:00 PM F - Sa 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM | Su 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM We're all in this together and we appreciate your support of Alessio's!

We offer PREVENTATIVE and ROUTINE EYE EXAMS, and a COMPREHENSIVE LIST OF EYE CARE SERVICES for your whole family.

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PET NEWS

Please don't over exercise your pup!

We all know some form of exercise is great for us AND our pets, but there ABSOLUTELY is such a thing as too much exercise for any moving body. We often see these people at the gym - overdoing the weights, the running, showing up at the gym more than once a day.

Excessive exercise is not good or wise for humans or for our fur babies!

I run races each Saturday and quite often, dogs are allowed to join us (on leashes, of course) I tend to worry if they truly want to be there and just got dragged along with their owner regardless of their energy level. KNOW YOUR PET!! Plus, it’s not always great on their paws... whether hot or cold pavement. And in

the heat, they get ridiculously hot.

Simply take a nice walk... even two... or three a day with your pup if possible, but it doesn’t have to be a long walk. A walk benefits both of you! If you work a long day, hire a pet sitter to take him for a midday walk. This is a huge part of my pet sitting business. The owner feels at ease knowing their baby is getting some exercise along with chances to potty!

Pay attention to these symptoms if you are walking him: • excessive panting during or after exercise • extensive thirst • lagging behind when normally raring to go • seems overly tired or sleeping more than usual after a walk

• any lameness or limping or reluctance to move in ways they are normally comfortable • reluctance to go out for a walk • missing cues or commands they know well Cut back if you see signs.

And remember as a pup ages, his exercise needs will change. Senior dogs may get excited at first when you grab the leash, but keep the exercise level appropriate.

And always, always remember to give your baby plenty of water. I personally love the sound of pups hydrating!

Awareness and moderation have to be your goal. If so, you will be able to exercise with your dog his entire life and by doing this, you will increase his longevity. And isn’t that the very best reward to have our babies for many years!?

Susan Hartsfield Tanner

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SWIM TEAM NEWS

Come join us in the swim team fun this summer registration for the 2024 season opens on March 1st!

The Waves swim team is a recreational team open to all children 5 years or older who can swim 25 yards unassisted. We focus on building stroke technique, team camaraderie and enjoyment for the sport. Swimmers will learn how to do all 4 strokes - freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly (freestyle and backstroke only for 6 & under age group).

Swimmers will also enjoy fun activities such as treat days, “Fun Friday’s”, themed meets and swimmer of the week awards. Waves practices begin in May and continue through the end of June. Swim meets are usually held every Thursday in June (5:30pm start time) at local Forsyth neighborhoods with 2-3 meets taking place at home in Windermere.

Not quite ready for swim team? We also have a Ripples program for younger swimmers (4-6 years old) with whom our coaches work closely learning water safety, floating, kicking and basic stroke work. Ripples is a 4-5 week program that begins on May 27th after school is out.

Please see our website for registration

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links: https://windermerewaves.swimtopia. com/. Registration fees, tentative practice and meet schedules, volunteer requirements and general team information are available on our website. Registration fees include a team t-shirt (must register by April 30th), league fees, team celebrations/treats and end of season banquet. **For the Ripples feeder program ONLY, there are a limited number of spots available and registrations are processed on a first-come, first-served basis so please register at your earliest opportunity if interested. Registration is open to Windermere residents first through March 16th.** There will be a swimsuit fitting in late March or early April at the Windermere Lodge - check our website for further updates. 2024 parent information with all major topics for the season will also soon be available for review on our website.

We look forward to a fun and exciting 2024 season!

GO WAVES!

Contact Deirdre Macbeth, Team Representative, for any questions: deirdremacbeth@gmail.com

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Windermere Clubs!

Ladies Bridge: Meets the first and third Thursday of the month at the Lodge and would love to welcome new members!

Contact Beryl Deal at 678-807-7276 Couples Bridge: Meets every 3rd Saturday at the Lodge. Contact Sandy Stahl at 770-597-8237 Gals Night: Gals Night will meet Wednesday, March 6th at 7:00PM. Please RSVP to Kristin McAfree ar 925-998-1973.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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Landscape Committee Meeting 4:00PM

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Bridge 12:00PM

Gal’s Night 7:00PM

ARC Committee Meeting 6:00PM

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Couples Bridge 6:00PM

Pie Day! 20

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Pool Committee Meeting 6:00PM

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Finance Committee Meeting 10:00AM

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Tennis Committee Meeting 5:30PM

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Easter Celebration 1:00-2:30PM

Board of Directors Meeting 7:00PM

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Easter

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A MESSAGE FROM THE TREASURER

The Windermere Finance Committee Needs You! The Windermere HOA Finance Committee is looking for new members to join our team. You don’t need to be CPA; if you have relevant experience or a strong financial aptitude, coupled with a desire to serve your community, we need you.

The Finance Committee is tasked with reviewing and approving Monthly and Year End Financial Statements, contracts, and operating and reserve expenditures. We also develop annual budgets, and work with financial institutions that hold our funds. Approvals that we make usually are presented to the Windermere BOD for their review and vote.

We typically meet on the third Tuesday of each month at 10:00AM (usually 9-10 times/year) at the Lodge, and the meetings generally are about 1 to 1 ½ hours in length. If you are interested, or would like more information, please contact me at gfaubrey@gmail.com.

Thank you, George Aubrey Windermere HOA Treasurer

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COMMUNITY NEWS TWO CLUBS ONE MEMBERSHIP!

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Other restrictions and exclusions may apply. See Club for details. © Invited. All rights reserved.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Thinking About Selling Your Home?

Like our facebook page to stay up to date!

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Do you need a closing letter?

What should the For Sale sign look like?

How much are the fees?

Please visit our website for answers to these questions.

Amenity Cards: the amenity access cards should be given to the buyer at closing from seller. If not, the buyer or seller may purchase them from the association for $10 per card (maximum of 2 cards).

Our listings sell for more In 2023, our Windermere listings sold for 103% of asking price!

BUYERS ARE SEARCHING IN WINDERMERE But they aren't looking for a project. Homes in need of repairs and updates are languishing while homes with desirable finishes and features are selling at or over asking price, sometimes with multiple offers.

CONSIDERING A MOVE? If your home needs a refresh before you sell, ours is the only brokerage that can front you the money for minor repairs and updates with no fees and no interest. You simply pay it back at closing.

What are you waiting for? Let's talk!

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The Lodge at Windermere 2024 LODGE RENTALS

ACCE CARDS SS REQUI ARE R FOR EN ED TO LO TRY DGE

Full rental calendar is now open. Please check community website https://windermerecommunity.net/Calendar/13899~4564#events for availability. All assessments must be current to place a rental.

LODGE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm | Closed Saturday and Sunday Gym Closed every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9am-10am for Deep Cleaning PLEASE REMEMBER THAT YOUR ACCESS CARD IS REQUIRED FOR ENTRY TO LODGE.

We will be onsite Monday-Friday to assist you.

Should you have any questions or concerns please let us know.

Visit our website www.windermerecommunity.net

The primary purpose of the Amenities within Windermere are to promote fellowship among property owners. The use of the facility is generally intended to be limited to owners, their families and their personal guests. The Lodge is generally available for rental for private events by Windermere owners Weekdays (Monday-Thursday) and Weekends (Friday-Sunday). For complete details regarding rental time slots and fees please see the Rental Contract on our website www. windermerecommunity.net Reservations are taken on a first come, first serve basis. The reservation occurs upon the receipt of all fees and a signed contract agreement. Verbal holds will not be accepted under any circumstances.

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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:

GARAGE & YARD SALES Individual or neighborhood garage sales, moving sales, rummage sales, yard sales or similar activities within Windermere are prohibited.

Community-wide events have traditionally been scheduled twice per year.

MAILBOXES Please make sure that mailboxes are not faded and that mailboxes numbers are easily visible.

TRASH CANS They must be stored out of view from the street. They cannot be stored on the side of the house or by the garage.

LAWNS

Please make sure your yards and beds are properly treated for weeds and that pine straw or mulch is kept looking tidy and fresh. This includes the sides and back of your homes as well...Your yard is one of the first things that is noticed about your home.

Rule Update:

Trash and recycling containers should be placed at the curb for no more than 48 hours. Generally, this is 24 hours prior to pickup and 24 hours after pickup.

VISIT OUR WEBSITE TO REPORT A VIOLATION

THURSDAY IS PICK UP DAY Please be advised effective January 1, 2024 Red Oak Sanitation will no longer collect yard waste. All trash must be bagged and fit inside of the can. Additional bins may be ordered and billed directly through Red Oak by calling (678) 455-7819.

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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 projects that are performed to a home or lot require prior approval from the Association.

Contact us at Windermereactivities@comcast.net • As a reminder, the ARC Request process is outlined below.

Section 1.01 Modifications Requiring Approval Every structure or thing which is placed, erected, or installed upon any Unit and all improvements or other work (including staking, clearing, excavation, grading, and other site work, exterior alterations of existing improvements, or planting or removal of landscaping) which takes place within Windermere, must be in compliance with the Declaration and the Architectural Guidelines. New construction or any change or modification that is visible from the outside of a residence is subject to these guidelines and the authority and approval of the ARC. Section 1.02 Submittals (a) Process A three-step process as follows: (i)Complete online Application for Modification form (ii) Gather required supporting documentation (iii) Submit Application and supporting documentation to the Property Manager – PLEASE NOTE THE DATE RECEIVED BY THE PROPERTY MANAGER MAY DIFFER FROM THE DATE PRINTED ON THE ONLINE APPLICATION FOR MODIFICATION FORM

(b) Fee for the process There are no fees for the standard review process for ARC Applications. However, per the Financial Policies and Procedures Applications to the Architectural Review Committee for changes, alterations, additions, or deletions to

property by delinquent homeowners will not be considered until all obligations for that individual property are resolved.

Certain projects such as but not limited to, an addition to a residence, new construction and pool/courtyard additions may require review from a licensed architect. These types of projects shall be subject to additional review fees as determined by the Board or their designee. The property owner will receive notification of additional fees once an application has been submitted and all fees must be paid prior to starting the review process. Fees are payable via check or money order.

If you wish to expedite the standard review process for your ARC Application which would not require review by a licensed architect rush fees will be charged as follows: Approval in 2-4 Days once a complete form is submitted $100 fee payable at the time of submission.

Approval in 5-7 Days once a completed from is submitted $50 fee payable at the time of submission.

At the discretion of the Association Manager, certain projects may not be permitted to be rushed.

Applications may be submitted at any time, with an average processing time of 14 business days. Please plan ahead for all projects, including holiday and birthday gifts. Failure to receive prior approval for any and all projects is subject to sanctions for violation including unapproved modification fines starting at $200. Contact us at windermereactivities@comcast.net if you do not receive a decision letter.

Ensure all required documentation including but not limited to: (paint samples, roof shingles, plat/survey site, materials lists, renderings, etc.) are included with your application. Failure to provide the required documentation may result in the application not being accepted or delays in the processing time.

FOR A COMPLETE COPY OF THE ARC GUIDELINES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE

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COMMUNITY NEWS Please remember all replacement windows must be approved prior to installation and must be painted to match the trim.

Failure to receive approval for any modification is subject to a $350.00 fine.

Section 2.21 Windows & Doors (a) Types Allowed Windows and doors should be made of wood or vinyl-clad or aluminum-clad wood or other preapproved composite or vinyl materials. Other materials must be paintable and kept within accordance to the ARC Guidelines. (Refer to Sec. 2.07 (f). Glazing must be clear. No tinted glazing is permitted. For solar consideration, “low E” glazing is encouraged. Window grilles are optional. Each elevation of the residence (front, sides, rear) must be consistent; that is, if one (1) window has a grille, all windows on that side of the house must have grilles.

The use of “TDL” (True Divided Light) grilles or other fixed forms of grilles are preferred on all street and golf course elevations. Any approved “snap in” grilles shall be 7/8” thick.

Replacement windows or doors of the same or different type (including grilles) as originally installed by the builder require an Application for Modification. 27 Approvals will generally specify that replacement windows have the same grille type and configuration as originally installed or as approved for the neighborhood in which the Unit is located.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Graduation Banners

If you have a High School Graduate and would be willing to coordinate the banner for your section, please contact the office at windermereactivities@ comcast.net no later than April 1st.

Once a coordinator for all neighborhoods has been confirmed we will provide their information to everyone. Be on the lookout for emails and Facebook posts in the near future Current Coordinator contact information: •ARDEN GREENS• BENNINGTON• CASTLETON• EDENHAM – • FARRINGTON• GOLF VILLAGE (DEVONSHIRE,KENSINGTO N,LANDSDOWNE)• GRANDVIEW• HEATHROW – • MUIRFIELD• NEWGATE• OSTERLEY• SOUTHGATEEach section will be able to put up 1 sign at their entrance monument. The sign must be a white background with black writing and can contain the School name, logo and Graduate names. The signs may be put up no earlier than May 15th and must be removed no later than June 15th.

Congratulations to all our 2024 Graduates!

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Annual Pool Stickers

All residents who have paid their full annual assessment ($1,400) for 2024 and have a zero balance on their account may begin claiming their pool stickers now.

Stickers are available at the lodge during normal business hours, Monday through Friday.

Important Information Regarding Receiving Your Pool Stickers!

When receiving your pool stickers, you will be asked to acknowledge that you have read and will comply with the Pool Rules. The current pool rules and acknowledgment form are available on our website by clicking here https://windermerecommunity.net/ page/13899~635245/pool-stickers-pool-rules.

Please complete the Acknowledgement in its entirety and bring it with you to the Lodge when you pick up your stickers. Please note, the form must be signed by the homeowner. Children, Nannies, and other Relatives are not able to sign the form in place of the homeowner.

YOU ARE REQUIRED TO BRING YOUR ACCESS CARDS WITH YOU. NO STICKERS WILL BE GIVEN OUT FOR ANY ACCESS CARDS NOT PRESENTED IN THE OFFICE. Only 2 ACTIVE Access Cards** are allowed per household. The Staff will only be allowed to activate and provide a pool sticker for a maximum of 2 cards. * The lodge office may be closed during normal business hours on certain days for lunch between 1pm and 2pm and/or as needed for site inspections. **Replacement cards are available for purchase. The cards are $10.00 payable either by check or money order only (no cash or credit cards accepted).

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