Traditions of Braselton April 2021 by The Times

The Official Newsletter of the Traditions of Braselton Community

April 2021 Vol. 8 Iss. 4

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HELPFUL NUMBERS

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

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

Committee Member Listing

Save the Dates

News from the Manager

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Community Calendar

CHILD CARE & PRESCHOOLS Elite Academy First Steps Childcare of Braselton Georgia Kids Academy

News from the Social Committee

706-658-2343 706-658-4075 706-654-5437

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COLLEGE & UNIVERSITIES Brenau Academy & University UGA Visitors Center Georgia Perimeter College University of North Georgia

News from the Course

770-534-6299 706-542-0842 678-407-5000 706-398-3000

News from the Courts

Health & Fitness

Community News

In the Spotlight

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.

Traditions of Braselton

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

to our new residents

Wendy J. Rogers Jeffrey & Melissa Fogle John Padova James & Betty Money Joseph Mitchell Chadwick E. & Marni J. Rodgers Corey McIntyre Adam & Lauryn Brown Kevin & Stephanie Cantu Kesler Glen Copponex, Jr. Nikki & Frank Booth Brett C. Benton Nathan Matthew Chan & Amy Adam & Dena Clements Pearson

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COMMITTEE MEMBER LISTING

Board of Directors

boardofdirectors @traditionsofbraselton.org Whit Marshall Bryan Allen Sam McGaughey

Architectural Review Board

arb@traditionsofbraselton.org Hunter Bicknell (HOA Rep) David Hobbs (HOA Rep) Joan Cox (HOA Rep) Whit Marshall Bryan Allen Addison Wilson Michael Hart (Architect)

Finance Committee

finance @traditionsofbraselton.org Quarterly Meeting

Steve Morrell, Chair Wayne Davis Beth Grimes Donna Cowart Ralph NeSmith Keith Harbin

Brett Schwartz 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 Month at 5:00 pm

Capital Improvements & Special Projects capitalimprovements @traditionsofbraselton.org Bret O’Steen, Chair David Ehrhardt Beth Grimes William Patterson

Recreation Area

recreation @traditionsofbraselton.org Daryl McCallum, Chair

Joel Gatlin, Chair David Green Steve Morrell Cheryl Domineau Lane Thompson Jane Gladden Bill Cowart James Barry Linda Harris Gary Webb Michael Madden Bob Heess Julie Heess

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 Andrea Vitch Helen Minor Shelley Lovelady

Hospitality Committee hospitalitycommittee @traditionsofbraselton.org Portia Ocampo, Chair Kathy Buffington Donna Thompson Connie Freeman Helen Parsek Sherry Green Suzanne Patterson Nancy Allen Lyn Coburn Alisha Moore Jennie Deese

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 Frederick Rogers, Chair 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, Chair Nancy Bolen Jennifer Alexander Lee Axelberg Sandy Carroll Bonnie Hall Sheryl Harvin Annette McDonald Portia and Ranah Ocampo Nancy Owens Helen Parsek Pam Poppe Jen Williams Lori Williams Donna Cowart Linda Boatner

*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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S AV E T H E D AT E S

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!*** APRIL 7th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 9th: ARB Meeting at the Discovery Center Conference Room 10th: Empty Nester’s Event at the Owners Clubhouse 10th: MGA Team Match Play Day at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 4th: Easter Sunday 12th & 13th: Aerification 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: Community Spring Yard Sale 19th: Quarterly Community Meeting at the Owners Clubhouse 6:15PM Sign In/Meet & Greet; 7:00PM Call to Order 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 MAY *** Traditions Celebrates Graduates*** Chastain Night at the Owners Clubhouse -TBD 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

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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 1st: Sheila Fest Golf Tournament at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club hosted by the Social Committee 6th: Open Bible Study at the Owners Clubhouse 8th: ARB Meeting at the Discovery Center Conference Room 8th: 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: Couples Golf at the Traditions of Braselton Golf and Country Club 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 29th: 15th: Pins & Needles Group 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: Christmas 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

APRIL 2021

NEWS FROM THE MANAGER

Traditions of Braselton Monthly Update

2021 DUES

If you have not made your 2021 assessment payment yet, please do so. The grace period ended February 28th and a 10% late fee will be applied to your account. If for some reason you did not receive your payment coupon, that does not negate your responsibility to pay your dues and a late fee will still be applied. You can manage your account online at: www.traditionsofbraselton.org or contact the management office for account details. If you are having financial difficulties and need to set up a payment plan please contact me to discuss: jgiacin@ cmacommunities.com.

UP AND COMING DATES TO REMEMBER

(Please check the community calendar for additional activities) April 2021: 4th: Easter Sunday 10th: Empty Nester’s Event 10th: MGA Team Match Play Day (Golf Club) 19th: Quarterly Community Meeting 23rd: Couples Golf (Golf Club)

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/Traditionsof-Braselton-Community-Association-656536547767097 Golf and Country Club Website: http://www.traditionsgcc.com/

FITNESS CENTER

We have ordered a new upright stationary bike for the fitness center and the anticipated delivery date is March 10, 2021. Please let us now if you have any suggestions or problems to report for the 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 404-4146806. 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).

SWIMMING POOL

APRIL 2021

Barring any shutdowns do to Covid the pool will open on May 1st this year. We will be using the same reservation as last year; the only change will be that you will only be allowed to book your spots two weeks in advance. We are currently bidding out the pergola repairs and the work on those will be complete prior to the pool opening. We have ordered additional pool furniture and expect that to be here by the end of March in plenty of time for the pool opening; we think that this will allow us to add more spots in the reservation system.

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: • 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; • Re-painting traffic lines at the front entrance. • Lot Mowing began on February 22nd.

FINANCE

As of January 31, we have collected $35,999.74 towards 2021 dues. Below is a summary of the total delinquency which shows collections progress. The annual dues posted to accounts on February 1st, 2021.

Delinquency Summary

8/31/2020 9/30/2020 Admin Collection Fees $50.00 $50.00 Association Fee 2016 $2,250 $1,500.00 Association Fee Prior Years $6,375.00 $4,125.00 Association Fee 2017 $2,250.00 $1,500.00 Association Fee 2018 $4,115.96 $3,315.96 Association Fee 2019 $11,254.00 $10,304.00 Association Fee 2020 $72,754.88 $66,241.59 Attorney Fees Posted $70.00 $35.00 Cap Contribution $283.00 $283.00 Fines $807.50 $1,535.00 Interest $119.88 $59.94 Late Fee $1,515.00 $1,125.00 Lot Maintenance Prior Years $2,865.00 $2,320.00 Lot Maintenance 2020 $63,690.00 $27,465.00 NSF Fee $0 $0.00 Self-Help Reimbursement $1,831.25 Homeowner Refund Special Assessment 2020 $224,988.67 $86,641.66 Total

10/31/2020 $50.00 $1,500 $4,125.00 $1,500.00 $3,195.96 $9,354.00 $61,099.59 $2,096.47 $311.84 $1,485.00 $59.94 $650.00 $2,320.00 $25,540.00 $0.00 $1,193.65 $4,700.00 $85,441.66

11/30/2020 $50.00 $750.00 $1,875.00 $750.00 $2,395.96 $8,504.00 $49,078.43 0.00 $1,161.84 $1,425.00 0.00 $650.00 $1,715.00 $22,840.00 0.00 $1,268.65 $5,275.00 $1,966.66

12/31/2020 $50.00 $750.00 $1,875.00 $750.00 $2,395.96 $8,304.00 $45,727.64 0.00 $1,161.84 $1,425.00 0.00 $650.00 $1,715.00 $22,465.00 0.00 $1,265.65 $4875.00 0.00

1/31/2021 $50.00 $750.00 $1,875.00 $750.00 $2,395.96 $7,759.00 $35,723.22 0.00 $761.84 $1,425.00 0.00 $650.00 $1,640.00 $19,840.00 0 $1,268.65 $4,525.00 0.00

$395,220.14 $208,408.10 $204,623.11 $98,855.54 $93,413.09 $79,413.67

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

We are waiting on a confirmation from the county to meet with a small number of homeowners to discuss resolution for our pond. Once the meeting is confirmed, Bryan Allen will organize the attendees. The county is cooperating thus far with many actions to improve the situation with our pond. Our long-term goal is to make sure they have not added a large amount of silt to the pond that would cause the Association to need to dredge the pond prematurely.

GROUNDS

Up and coming projects

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NEWS FROM THE MANAGER • 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.

pride that the majority of the owners take in their homes and yards; if you do not care for yours properly it degrades the subdivision and it is not fair to those that keep their homes and yards beautiful. In the last 30 days 164 violations were generated; of those 23 have been closed, 15 were escalated, 2 were re-opened and 124 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 send violation letters or 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

ARB/CONSTRUCTION IN PROGRESS

There are currently 79 homes under construction, of these there are 18 presales and 61 specs (14 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.

TRADITIONS GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB

The renovation of the restaurant, Twenty7, is progressing nicely and is currently projected to be completed by June. Please make sure to follow Traditions Golf and Country Club on Facebook to stay up to date and see all the progress pictures. Traditions’ golf course is undergoing the largest course renovation in the history of the club. We have hired Medalist Golf, Inc., the industry leader in golf course renovations, to renovate the bunkers and install a Capillary Concrete bunker liner. Capillary Concrete bunker liner system will give us optimum drainage control and will keep the bunker moisture level at optimal levels to eliminate wash out, plugged ball lies, and other maintenance/playability issues. The new bunkers should be completed within the next 2 weeks. We cannot wait to see how great the golf course looks this season with all the major projects we have completed over the last 6 months. On March 27th, we will be hosting an exciting Glow Golf Skills Challenge for our golf and social members. This will be a very fun night for our members and families featuring multiple, fun golf challenges, a live DJ, and socializing. We have partnered with Glow Vibe Golf to put on this event which will be quite the visual spectacle. Golf season is right around the corner! Just like the weather, our social and golf calendar is starting to heat up. There has truly never been a better time to join Traditions. Join us in this exciting new era at the club! For more information on membership, please contact our Membership Director, Casey Haney, at chaney@traditionsgcc.com.

COVENANT ENFORCEMENT

It is that time of year when residents who have not kept up with regular weed and fertilization treatments will have weeds sprouting up in their yards. During inspections this past week it was disappointing to see so many yards with this problem. Regular treatments including post and pre-emergent will help you to avoid this issue in the future and if you check into a few companies I think that you will find that treatments are quite affordable. Please check the condition of your yards and be mindful of the condition of your pine straw or mulch and your turf to avoid receiving a violation letter. Part of what makes Traditions so great is the

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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

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10:00-11:00 AM AOY “Vinyasa Flow” Yoga Class

Easter Sunday

8:00-9:30 AM Yoga Class

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Cardio Kickboxing Class

8:00-9:30 AM Yoga Class

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Open Bible Study

8:00 AM - 11:00 PM Private Event

8:00-9:30 AM Yoga Class 8:00 AM -11:00 PM Greens Aerification 5:30-6:15 PM AOY “FXP” Hoop Fitness 6:30-7:45 PM AOY “Gentle Zen” Yoga Class

8:00-9:30 AM Yoga Class 5:30-6:15 PM AOY “FXP” Hoop Fitness 6:00-8:00 PM Quarterly Community Meeting

8:00 AM - 11:00 PM Private Event

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8:00 AM -11:00 PM Greens Aerification 8:00 am-9:00 am

Cardio Kickboxing Class 6:15-7:15 PM AOY “Buti Power” Yoga Class

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Cardio Kickboxing Class 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Traditions Book Club

8:00-9:30 AM Yoga Class

8:00-9:30 AM Yoga Class 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Dessert Bunco Group

8:00 AM - 11:00 PM Empty Nester’s Event

10:00-11:00 AM

AOY “Vinyasa Flow” Yoga Class 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Grounds Committee Meeting

9:30 AM - 3:00 PM Pins & Needles Group

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Community Spring Yard Sale

10:00-11:00 AM AOY “Vinyasa Flow” Yoga Class

6:00 - 8:00 PM Couples Golf

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Open Bible Study

5:30-6:15 PM AOY “FXP” Hoop Fitness

6:15-7:15 PM AOY “Buti Power” Yoga Class

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Tips & Sips (Ladies Golf Clinic)

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Cardio Kickboxing Class

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM ARB Meeting

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Open Bible Study

6:30-7:45 PM AOY “Gentle Zen” Yoga Class

8:00-9:30 AM Yoga Class

9:00 AM - 2:00 PM MGA Team Match Play Day

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Tips & Sips (Ladies Golf Clinic)

6:15-7:15 PM AOY “Buti Power” Yoga Class

6:30-7:45 PM AOY “Gentle Zen” Yoga Class

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Social Committee Meeting

8:00-9:30 AM Yoga Class

10:00-11:00 AM AOY “Vinyasa Flow” Yoga Class

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Open Bible Study

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NEWS FROM THE SOCIAL COMMITTEE

Happy Spring everyone! Spring is here and all of us on the Social Committee can’t wait to plan some outdoor events for you. Due to the ongoing pandemic, our calendar may change. With that said, we will not be planning any indoor events until the summer. The Social Committee would like to welcome Andrea Vitch, Helen Minor, and Shelley Lovelady to our team! We are super excited to have them on board!!!

UPCOMING EVENTS

TRADITIONS COMMUNITY SPRING YARD SALE is on SATURDAY, APRIL 17th from 8AM TILL 2PM PREVIEW FOR HOMEOWNERS is on FRIDAY, APRIL 16th from 6PM – 8PM

Please stop by the Community Association office on Thursday, April 15th or Friday, April 16th to pick up 2 balloons to attach to your mailbox to show that you are participating in the Community Yard Sale. Also, for those of you with smaller amounts, you will be allowed to set up a table on the sidewalk around the parking lot at the owner’s clubhouse if you like.

CHASTAIN NIGHT Join us for Chastain Night, a night under the stars with great music and great company! When: Friday May 14th Place: Owners Clubhouse Time: 7pm-11pm Table for 10 are $180.00 or Single Tickets are $ 20.00 Decorate your table, bring your own food, and byob Stay tuned for details!

We are working on other events so please keep your eyes and ears open!!!!

SAVE THE DATES If you wish to participate, please email your name and address to admin@traditionsofbraselton.org BY APRIL 15TH!

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RECIPE CORNER

GARLICKY SPAGHETTI WITH LEMON AND PINE NUTS www.cooksillustrated.com

The key to this Cook’s Illustrated recipe that yields a flavor-packed spaghetti made from pantry ingredients is making the most of the garlic. We mince our garlic to make sure that all of it cooks at the same rate. Toasting the garlic over low heat in ¼ cup of extra-virgin olive oil ensures that it cooks to a pale golden brown. Any darker and its flavor goes from delicately buttery and sweet to bitter and harsh. We cook our spaghetti in just 2 quarts of salted water in order to ensure that the pasta cooking liquid is loaded with starch. We reserve a portion of this liquid and add it to the spaghetti along with the oil. The starch helps the oil cling to the pasta and gives the dish a perfect — not greasy — texture. Adding 1/2 teaspoon of raw minced garlic near the end of cooking helps to balance garlic’s dual attributes — the buttery sweetness of toasted garlic and the fire of raw garlic. Serves 4

INGREDIENTS

2 tablespoons plus ½ teaspoon minced garlic ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes 1 pound spaghetti Salt and pepper 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest plus 2 tablespoons juice 1 cup chopped fresh basil 1 ounce Parmesan, grated (½ cup), plus extra for serving ½ cup pine nuts, toasted

INSTRUCTIONS

A garlic press makes quick work of uniformly mincing the garlic, which in turn ensures that the garlic browns evenly. Serve with a salad for a light, quick supper. 1. Combine 2 tablespoons garlic and oil in 8-inch nonstick skillet. Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until garlic is pale golden brown, 9 to 12 minutes. Off heat, stir in pepper flakes; set aside. Traditions of Braselton

2. Bring 2 quarts water to boil in large pot. Add pasta and 2 teaspoons salt and cook, stirring frequently, until al dente. Reserve 1 cup cooking water, then drain pasta and return it to pot. Add remaining ½ teaspoon garlic, lemon zest and juice, reserved garlic-oil mixture, and reserved cooking water to pasta in pot. Stir until pasta is well coated with oil and no water remains in bottom of pot. Add basil, Parmesan, and pine nuts and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve, passing extra Parmesan separately. APRIL 2021

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GOLF GROUPS LADIES’ GOLF GROUP

Currently, the ladies have standing tee times Monday at 11:00 am and Tuesday through Friday at 9:20 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. If you just show up without a reservation, you take the chance of there not being an opening. Do not worry about handicaps since the skill levels vary widely. These women golf for fun. For more information, please contact Pam Poppe at poppepampaul@gmail.com or 706654-4776.

SENIOR MEN’S GOLF GROUP

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 and Thursdays, it is just playing with whomever you like (assuming they want to play with you too). Our block of tee times starts at 11:00 am on Monday and 9:30 am on Tuesdays 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. If you just show up without a reservation, you take the chance of there not being an opening. Play as often or as little as you like; just show up at least 15 minutes before the first tee time. This is a social group with members of varying

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skill levels. For more information, contact Steve Morrell at shmorrell44@gmail.com or (h)706-654-6034 or (c) 770-861-6102.

MEN’S GROUP (MGA)

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 Call today for a free 7:30. We also sponsor fun monthly tournaments throughout the year. Members can register to play online through Golf on-site estimate! Genius. The MGA has neighbors of all skill levels and ages. For additional information, please contact Wayne Freeman at 706-346-9519 or wfree17@yahoo.com. Expires 3/31/19

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WHAT’S HAPPENING AT TRADITIONS WHAT’S HAPPENING AT TRADITIONS GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB BUNKER RENOVATION BUNKER RENOVATION

Traditions Golf and Country Club is excited to announce the start of our bunker renovation project which began on March 1st.Country We are Club working with Medalist Golf, the start industry leader in golf course renovations, to Traditions Golf and is excited to announce of our bunker renovation project which install Concrete Liners,with reform existing bunkers, and install new bunkers on renovations, the golf course. beganCapillary on March 1st. WeBunker are working Medalist Golf, the industry leader in golf course to install Capillary Concrete Bunker Liners, reform existing bunkers, and install new bunkers on the golf course. Capillary Concrete Bunker Liners keep bunker moisture at optimal levels to eliminate washed out bunkers, soil contamination, plugged ballkeep lies and other bunker at maintenance andtoplayability Capillary washed out bunkers, Capillary Concrete Bunker Liners bunker moisture optimal levels eliminateproblems. Concrete not only rapidly drainsball rainlies from it moves moisture back to the bunker sandCapillary during drier soil contamination, plugged andstorms, other bunker maintenance andup playability problems. through special itmicropores and capillary Concrete not only rapidly weather drains rain from storms, moves moisture back upaction. to the bunker sand during drier weather through special micropores and capillary action. *In-progress pictures of the bunker *In-progress pictures of the bunker renovation renovation

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N E W S F R O M T H E C O U RT S

TRADITIONS OF BRASELTON TENNIS COMMITTEE Traditions of Braselton had two ALTA Winter Mixed Doubles teams that represented the neighborhood at the ALTA City Finals. The A3 Team won 71.43% of the points in matches this season to advance to the City Finals. The A3 Team traveled to play the City Finals Match against the Blackburn team that won 74.29% of points in matches this season. The A3 Team had hard-fought matches against Blackburn. Congratulations to Captain Ginger Reeves and Co-Captain James Livingston for playing in the City Finals and being the Runners-up.

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The B8 Team played a City Finals match against a tough Glen Abbey I and in the end, the B8 Team is the City Finals Runners-Up. The B8 division consists of fifty-six teams that vie to make the playoffs and the City Finals. The B8 Team had a tough season, winning 65.71% of the points in matches played.

Congratulations to Captain Becky Lesko and CoCaptain Kristine Ewing for shepherding the Team to the City Finals and being the Runners-Up. As part of the Tennis Committee commitment to continue to improve the tennis-playing experience in TOB, we had recently installed LED lighting on the Tennis Courts. The basketball court’s conversion into two pickleball courts is progressing, and the new pickleball courts will be ready for play soon. Please remember to use the neighborhood website to reserve courts and pick up all trash and tennis balls when finished. If you are the last to leave the courts at night, please remember to turn off the court lights. If you are looking to join a team or have any questions, please email: tenniscommittee@ traditionsofbraselton.org Thank you, Margaret Peterson, Tennis Committee Member Traditions of Braselton

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H E A LT H A N D F I T N E S S

Art of Yoga

Happy Spring Everyone! Birds are starting to appear; green leaves are returning to our trees. A sure sign that Spring is here. As we make this transition to spring and yawn and stretch ourselves awake from our hibernation of winter, do you feel a sense of awakening within? Spring is a time of renewal, growth, and energy. We start thinking about planting flowers, getting outside, and enjoying the fresh air and sunshine and spring cleaning. Ok, maybe not all of us think about that last one! lol. But the truth is, Spring is a time when our energy naturally moves upward and expands so there is an internal need to get up and move. This in turn helps to clear stagnant and negative energy from the body and mind and refreshes our spirit. Spring is an opportunity to gain a new prospective in areas of our lives which may no longer be serving us. It is a time to think outside the box, to “spring clean” mentally and physically. It is a time when our creative thinking is blossoming, and the body is ready for activity. Our bodies also begin to crave new foods. Springtime veggies in beautiful colors and texture give new energy to our changing appetite. That lighter fare going hand in hand with our lighter sense of being. So welcome spring with new perspective. If you have ever tripped off a curb or slipped on a patch of ice, you probably understand the benefit of having a good sense of balance. Practicing balancing poses in yoga will help you gain both physical and mental steadiness and poise on and off the mat! That brings us to our March Yoga.

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“POSE OF THE MONTH” TREE POSE (Vrksasana) Stand with feet hip width apart. Place one foot below or above the knee keeping your hips square. Imagine you are a tree, grounding through one foot like roots into the earth, stabilizing your core like a strong tree trunk, so the wind cannot knock you down. Feeling energy rise through your arms as they lengthen towards the sky like tree branches absorbing the sunlight. Please make time for yourselves to care for your body! I am happy to offer you a variety of classes to meet all your wellness needs! Be sure to follow me on Facebook @ artofyoga.zen for schedule updates and class descriptions. It is Grow Time my Friends! Your mats are calling!!

April Schedule (Closed April 5th-8th) Monday’s “FXP” Hoop Fitness 5:30p “Gentle Zen Yoga” 6:30p Tuesday’s “Buti Yoga” 6:15p Thursday’s “Vinyasa Flow” 10:00a 1665 Traditions Way 30549 $12 drop in or $10 per clss x3 or ore $8 per class x 6 or more classes w/ in same month. Reserve! 762-233-4810 FB: artofyoga.zen

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Should You File Early for Social Security?

Waiting until full retirement age makes sense for many investors – but not for every investor.

Conventional wisdom and a little bit of math tell us that waiting at least until full retirement age (between 66 and 67, depending on when you were born) will net a larger monthly payout than filing for Social Security as soon as you’re eligible at age 62. If you can wait even longer, you’ll get an 8% increase in your monthly benefits every year you delay between your full retirement age and age 70 – a potential 8% to 32% increase (a pretty impressive “rate of return” that’s hard to beat). This assumes, of course, that you have good health as well as enough income and/or retirement savings that you can afford to wait. But this approach may not fit every case. Depending on your financial standing, personal life expectancy and spousal situation, filing early can actually be advantageous. But make this decision carefully – remember, filing early yields a permanently reduced Social Security benefit.

Consider these three factors when deciding whether or not to file early:

Your cash needs

Sometimes, the best laid plans go awry. You may have to leave your job unexpectedly for health reasons – you may get burned out, or a business deal doesn’t go as well as hoped and you find yourself in debt. Perhaps you find yourself wanting – or needing – to spend more time with those you love. If you don’t have enough savings to retire sooner than planned, think about claiming Social Security benefits early. Social Security offers a consistent source of income, so it can make for a great backup plan. But it’s important to really do the math and budget accordingly, since it’s unlikely to be a princely sum. Benefits are estimated to average $1,543 in January 2021, which would sum to about $18,516 per year. The maximum benefit at full retirement age for 2021 is $3,148, about $37,776 per year. Some strong savers still like having extra income to fund more of their wants in early retirement, perhaps preferring to let dedicated retirement savings accounts continue to grow. The extra income can enhance the so-called “gogo” years, a period when we can expect to have the most time and energy when we first enter retirement.

Your health

If you live to the average life expectancy for someone your age, you’ll receive approximately the same amount over your lifetime whether you start collecting benefits sooner or later. But the math only works out if you live to your late 70s, the average American life expectancy. If you have a significant health event or have a family history of illness, filing early could be a smart option.

Your spouse

If you’re the lower-earning partner, your lifetime benefits will also be lower. Ask your advisor to calculate how to maximize your total household benefits. This plan could involve you filing earlier, and the higher-earning spouse delaying their more substantial benefits in order to get that 8% credit for each year between full retirement age and age 70. This strategy could maximize your benefits as a couple, and is also likely to secure higher survivor benefits for you when the time comes. As with many financial decisions, the best Social Security claiming strategies need to account for your personal situation – your health, your savings, your marital status. Remember that you’re generally not eligible for Medicare until 65, so if you’re not covered by an employer, you may need to purchase your own health insurance coverage until Medicare kicks in. It’s best to consult with your spouse and a knowledgeable financial advisor to help maximize this important source of recurring, inflation-adjusted and guaranteed income. Your advisor can help you run some calculations to maximize your household and lifetime Social Security benefits, which will help you and your spouse determine the most appropriate time to file. Sources: Washington Post; Motley Fool; thebalance.com; cnbc.com; ssa.gov; Center for Retirement Research; investors.com

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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. Bring your projects, lunch, drinks, and other equipment like a sewing machine, additional lighting, a power strip, and extension cords. An iron, ironing board and cutting mat will be provided. If you plan to attend or any have questions, please call Pam Poppe at 706-654-4776 or email her at poppepampaul@gmail.com. We hope you join us!!! Pam Poppe Pins & Needles Group

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IN THE SPOTLIGHT

THE WAIT IS ALMOST OVER! GET SET FOR FUN IN THE SUN about living in Traditions of Braselton is how well neighbors get along. It’s all too easy to get drawn into a conversation and become distracted, but never leave a child unattended in and around the water. It only takes a moment for them to toddle over to the edge and topple in. According to SafeKids.org, among preventable injuries, drowning is the leading cause of death for children 1 – 4 years old.

With the sun making more regular appearances and temperatures starting to rise, it’s nearly time to start investing in new bathing suits, flip flops, pool toys and bottles of sunscreen in anticipation of the return of pool season at Traditions of Braselton in just a few weeks! With plans to open our sundeck, water slide, splash zone and lap lanes on May 1st, we wanted to keep you abreast of how Swim Season 2021 will roll out. • We will continue to maintain COVID-19 protocols at the pool for the safety of our residents • To that end, we will be employing the same reservation system as last year to limit the number of guests per pool session and ensure social distancing • Reservations will be available for up to two (2) hours at a time, and you will now be able to book up to two weeks in advance. • You’ll note new furniture around the pool deck to better accommodate our residents and increase the comfort level while at the pool • Our poolside pergolas will be rebuilt before we open on May 1st to offer a bit of shade for residents who prefer to take cover during their time at the pool. Once pool season begins, our highly trained and certified team of lifeguards will be at the ready to maintain order and rescue swimmers in distress. Still, it’s a good idea to commit basic safety guidelines to memory for your own wellbeing, as well as the wellbeing of your loved ones. 1) Keep a Sharp Eye Out: One of the best things

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2) An Ounce of Prevention: One of the best preventative measures you can take is to teach your children to swim. Not only will it prove a new way to have fun, but it could potentially save their life one day. SafeKids.org recommends they at least know the following skills: float or tread water for one minute; turn around in a full circle and find an exit; swim 25 yards to exit the water; and exit the water without using the ladder. Swim lessons are available through the Jefferson Parks & Recreation Department, as well as neighboring Jackson and Gwinnett County Parks & Rec AND YMCA of Georgia’s Piedmont in Winder, among others. 3) Steer Clear: It is very important to teach children to stay away from pool drains. Their natural curiosity could pose a danger as sweet little fingers, toes, hair or bathing suits can get stuck in a drain all too easily. 4) Learn A Valuable Lesson: CPR or cardiopulmonary resuscitation is a powerful tool you’ll hope you never have to use, but if you do – you’ll be thankful you know it. Lessons and certification are available through the Red Cross. It’s wise to learn how to perform CPR on infants, children and adults. 5) Respect the Role: It’s vitally important to teach your children to respect lifeguards. Let your kids know what it means to be a lifeguard and that when they blow their whistle at them or call out to them, it’s to keep them safe – not to be mean and spoil their good time. There’s a good reason they don’t allow anyone to run around the pool deck. It’s too easy to slip and fall on slick surfaces, risking nasty scrapes, broken bones or even lost teeth. To get your poolside physique in great shape, be sure to take advantage of our state-of-the-art fitness center and yoga classes – available to all Traditions of Braselton neighbors! Once the whistle blows to launch pool season, we wish you a fun and safe Spring and Summer! Traditions of Braselton

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