Windermere Leaflet May 2021 by The Times

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2021 Inside this Issue Pool Party Events 8 Tennis Mixer 11 Golf Cart Safety 13 Summer Camps 16 Swim Lessons 17 And more!

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The earlier you sign up, the better the deal! For more details, please contact Jennifer Goodin at jennosman@aol.com or 678-480-4121. A special thank you to our 2021 Event Sponsors! Our sponsors help make our great events possible! Please support these businesses when you can!

OFFICE INFORMATION Hours: Mon-Fri, 9 am – 5 pm Address: 4444 Front Nine Drive, Cumming GA 30041 Stacy Maguire | Activities Office 678-455-7708 ext. 2 | windermereactivities@comcast.net Josh Laskowski | Association Manager 678-455-7708 ext. 3 | windermeremanager@comcast.net After-Hours Emergency | 678-624-9453 ext. 2 TENNIS OFFICE Bobby Schindler | Tennis Director 770-598-8378 | schindlerb@comcast.net BOARDING

OTHER IMPORTANT NUMBERS FORSYTH CO. POLICE NON-EMERGENCY 770-781-2222 (24 hr)

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

STREET MAINTENANCE To report a problem with street, curb or sidewalk, contact Jessica Harkins: jmharkins@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 $25 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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Offer valid towards boarding, daycare or grooming services at PetSuite Cumming. Offer valid for new customers only. Cannot be combined w any other offers. Cannot be used on retail items. Promotional value m be used at one time. No cash value. Offer expires December 31, 202

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. Magazine design by Chelsea Sunshine.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

The Lodge at Windermere

LODGE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm | Closed Saturday and Sunday Gym Closed every Wednesday from 9am-11am for Deep Cleaning

LODGE RENTALS

Book your party today at the Lodge! Completed agreements and full payment is required at time of booking. No dates can be penciled in.

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.

CLICK HERE TO CHECK AVAILABILITY

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

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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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Eye Care For You

Dr. Bharti Bathija-Lala, O.D.

Quality eye care and personal attention are our focus at Eye Care For You. We offer PREVENTATIVE and ROUTINE EYE EXAMS, and a COMPREHENSIVE LIST OF EYE CARE SERVICES for your whole family. • Treatment of Eye-Related Problems & Disorders • Contact Lens Evaluation, Consultation and Fitting • Eye Glasses & More!

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Monday–Friday 8:30am–4:30pm • Saturday 9:00am–3:00pm Office is closed one Saturday per month.

We participate with VSP, Aetna, Bluecross (BCBS), Cigna, Coventry, Avesis, Superior Vision, VBA, EyeMed, Optum (Spectera), Medicare/Medicaid. Check with our staff if you have other types of coverage.

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

CLICK HERE TO REPORT A VIOLATION

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.

LAWNS 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.

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.

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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.

Thinking About Selling Your Home? Do you need a closing letter? What should the For Sale sign look like? How much are the fees? PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR THE 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 $25 per card (maximum of 2 cards).

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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.

FOR A COMPLETE COPY OF THE ARC GUIDELINES PLEASE CLICK HERE. 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

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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. Please 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.

CLICK HERE TO ACCESS AN APPLICATION FOR MODIFICATION

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COMMUNITY EVENTS

Summer Events at the Pool!

SATURDAY, MAY 15: Pool Opening Party!

We are going to celebrate the pool opening all day long! A DJ will be playing from 11am-2pm! Frozen Frenzee will have free snow cones for the 1st 100 people! From 4-7pm, enjoy Live Music with Jeff Gillman! Jeff Gillman is a guitarist/vocalist entertainer from Loganville Georgia. He entertains events and parties all over the country. From classic rock, country, to Motown & current, Jeff’s extensive songlist is sure to please.

SUNDAY, MAY 23: Trivia at the Pool Gather your trivia partners and join us at the pool from 2-4pm to compete for team prizes! Flamingo Pops will also be selling their delicious popsicles!

MONDAY, MAY 31: Memorial Day Pool Party A DJ will be playing your favorite tunes from 12-3pm!

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FRIDAY, JUNE 4: Live Music with Ladd and Hutch Spend your Friday evening at the Pool listening to live music from 6-9pm and grab dinner at the Lil Bites Food Truck! Ladd & Hutch- Father son duo. Play a large variety of music from the 50s to present. Classic rock, Country & Pop. Requests encouraged!!

SATURDAY, JUNE 12: DJ Pool Party A DJ will be playing your favorite tunes from 12-3pm!

FRIDAY, JUNE 18: Live Music with Rockin Rick & Wayno Spend your Friday evening at the Pool listening to live music from 6-9pm and grab dinner at the A Little Nauti Food Truck! “Rockin’ Rick & Wayno (of The SpinOffs Band), play a wide variety of music from the ‘50’s to today, especially classic rock’n’roll. You can dance, tap your feet, bob your head or sing along, you won’t be disappointed!”

SAVE THE DATES:

Saturday, July 17: DJ Pool Party

Friday, June 25: FIREWORKS!

Friday, July 23: Live Music

Saturday, July 3: DJ Pool Party

Saturday, July 31: Back to School Movie at the Pool

Friday, July 9: Live Music

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TENNIS NEWS

Ankle Biters Tennis Ankle Biters Tennis (ABT) is now available in Windermere. ABT specializes in introducing tennis to children 10 and Under. We offer Wednesday classes for 6 and Under, 8 and Under and 10 and Under. Ankle Biter’s is focused on keeping tennis fun while staying on schedule with online classes, thus avoiding inclement weather and cancellations. These classes are designed for beginners and kids who have never played tennis. FREE t-shirts and rackets based on availability and size of child.

Need to Reserve a Court?

May Drill Schedule Monday 9:30am-11:00 Lady’s Open Drills

All reservations should be made on your phone at Kourts.com. This app allows you to make court reservations, as well as reserving your spot and paying online for Bobby’s drill sessions. Please ensure that your contact information on the association website (www. windermerecommunity.net) is updated to include email addresses and cell phone numbers, as this is required information to register for the Kourts app.

Friday 9:30am-11:00 Adult OPEN Drills Friday 11:15am-12:30 Adult Beginners Only Drills Saturday 9:30am-11:00 Adult OPEN Drills Please sign-up for all drills ahead of time on Kourts.com as space is limited for all drills to allow for proper social distancing.

We encourage you to download the app and sign up. Here is a short video to help you get started: https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=e6LvdWNGOUw

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If you have any questions about the app or how to use it, please contact Bobby at schindlerb@comcast.net or 770-598-8378 www.WindermereCommunity.net

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Pickle Ball Open Play Has Begun Thursday Night Open Play Pickleball is now being held for all Windermere residents. No reservations needed – just join us up at the pickleball courts on Thursdays from 6:30-8:30pm. Our Windermere Pickleball Coordinator, Robin Wolfe will be on hand to help organize play. For all other play times, we ask that you continue to reserve your courts on the Kourts.com app in order to ensure a court will be available. If you have any questions about pickleball or how to get involved, please reach out to Bobby at schindlerb@comcast.net or 770-598-8378 or Robin at windermeretenniscmt@gmail.com. And don’t forget, if you are interested in a private, semi-private, or group pickle ball lessons, you can contact Coach Chris Wolfe at wolfecr@aol.com.

Need your racquet strung? Thad is offering discount stringing services to Windermere residents. Residents pay $36 for Wilson NXT that would normally cost $44 through other stringing services. Hybrid of NXT and Luxilon 4G Element Alu Power is also $36 compared to $44 other places. Contact Bobby at schindlerb@ comcast.net or 770-598-8378 for more information.

Free!

Margaritaville Tennis Social

"It's 5 o'clock somewhere"

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COMMUNITY CLUBS

Ladies Bridge:

Meets every Thursday 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 Marcia Tidwell at 770-330-5386!

Windermere Ladies’ Book Club

The Windermere Ladies’ Book Club will meet at the Lodge at 7 PM on Thursday, May 13th. We will be discussing Anxious People by Fredrik Backman. Due to Covid concerns, we will be wearing masks and sitting at least six feet apart. Please bring your own beverage/and or snacks. You can email Sherry Seabrooke at stseabrooke@gmail.com if you are interested in attending this month or have any questions. A count will help us arrange the seating so we are at least six feet apart. If you love to read, please join us.

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Call 1-800-xfinity or visit xfinity.com for more details. Restrictions apply. Not available in all areas. Features and programming vary depending on area and level of service. TV: Limited Basic service subscription required to receive other levels of service. Not all programming available in all areas. Internet: Actual speeds vary and are not guaranteed. WiFi claim based on Xfinity's fastest available download speed, router coverage and speed on 5 GHz band. Voice: Service (including 911/emergency services) may not function after an extended power outage. Unlimited Talk and Text requires download of the Xfinity Connect app. Home: Minimum term agreement required for Xfinity Home Secure service. Early termination fee applies. Requires compatible high-speed Internet service. Visit xfinity.com/XfinityHomeSupport for more details. Mobile: Xfinity Mobile Device Payment Plan Agreement (“Device Agreement”) required. Applicable taxes for the full device amount charged when device is shipped and is in addition to pay by the month monthly charge. The remaining balance under the device agreement becomes immediately due and payable if at least one of the following post-pay subscriptions are not maintained on the account during the term of the Device Agreement: Xfinity TV, Internet, Voice or Mobile service. Xfinity apps: Standard data charges may apply. Check with your carrier. Certain features may be restricted based upon service tier and subject to change. © 2019 Comcast. All rights reserved.

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GOLF CART SAFETY The Board of Directors is asking for your cooperation and assistance. We as a Board are very concerned about the rise of unlicensed youths operating golf carts. In the event you don’t know the Georgia laws in this area, please see the information below that was prepared by the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office. The bottom line is that no person should be at the wheel of a golf cart unless they have a valid drivers’ license. In the coming weeks, the Sheriff’s Office will be stepping up enforcement of the Georgia Code. If the situation doesn’t

resolve itself, the Sheriff’s Office has informed us that parents may be ticketed for allowing their children to illegally operate these vehicles. As always, please call 911 or the non-emergency number (770781-3087) to report suspicious persons as well as unsafe or illegal operation of a motor vehicle. Windermere Board of Directors

Golf Cart Laws and Safety on Roadways A golf cart, legally defined as a motorized cart, may operate on roadways when all of the following elements of law are met: 1) Operate during daylight hours only (O.C.G.A. 40-6-330). May, however, operate at night if they meet the equipment requirements of 49 Code of Federal Registry 571.500: headlights, taillights, brake lights, and turn signals; and 2) Operate only on a roadway with a posted maximum speed limit of 35 MPH or less (O.C.G.A. 40-6-362); and 3) Must be equipped with an amber strobe light that is visible for 500 feet to the rear and front (O.C.G.A. 40-6-362); and 4) The operator possesses a valid driver’s license (O.C.G.A. 40-5-20 and Coker v. State, Georgia Court of Appeals. June 13, 2003); and a 5) Slow Moving Emblem (16 inch red/orange retro-reflective triangle) is visibly attached to the rear (O.C.G.A. 40-8-4 (a)). Other Restrictions: 6) Impeding the normal flow of traffic is prohibited: a golf cart or other may not drive “at such a slow speed as to impede the normal and reasonable movement of traffic” (O.C.G.A. 40-6-184), e.g., operating in a 35 mph zone that prevents a following vehicle from driving the posted speed limit. 7) Occupants: Children under the age of 6 prohibited from riding as a passenger, for “a child passenger restraining system” shall be provided in all passenger vehicles (O.C.G.A. 48-8-76). Occupants must only ride in a proper seat position. Legal exemptions: Registration (tag) is not required (40-2-20 exempts motorized carts), and Insurance is not required (34-33-2 – only registered vehicles require Insurance). Note: Off-road vehicles, such as John Deere Gators, Kawasaki Mules, Yamaha Rhinos, etc. may not operate on the roadway.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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ARC Committee Meeting 7PM

Couples Bridge

Book Club 7PM

Pool Committee 6pm

Trivia at the Pool 2-4pm

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Finance Committee Meeting 2PM

Board of Directors Meeting 7pm

Tennis Committee Meeting 6PM

Pool Opening Party 11-2pm & 4-7pm

31 Blood Drive 10am-3pm ; Pool Party 12-3pm

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OPEN 24/7

Lodge & Fitness Center

Except for cleaning

The Fitness Center was re-opened in June on a limited basis. We are glad to announce that we have been able to open the gym back to its full operations. 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.

To anyone looking for a new dentist, Dr. Edwards and his staff are outstanding!! Everyone is so warm and friendly. Good job guys!! –Nancy Chirchirillo Windermere Leaflet

3860 Windermere Parkway, Suite 201 Cumming, GA 30041

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SUMMER CAMPS

SUMMER CAMPS INTERNATIONAL SOCCER CAMP DATES: July 19-23 TIMES: TinyTykes = 8-9am Half Day = 9-12pm AGES: TinyTykes = 3-5 yrs Half Day = 6-14 yrs

I9 SPORTS MULTI-SPORTS CAMPS

DATES: June 7th June 14th June 21st June 28th July 12th July 26th TIMES: 9am-12pm for half day; full day availability tbd AGES: 5-11 TO SIGN UP: Please call 678-731-9009 or CLICK HERE

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Click Here TO SIGN UP Camp Info: Challenger Sports, the leading soccer camp company in North America, is combining the most popular elements of their two existing industry-leading camp programs, British Soccer and TetraBrazil, integrating them into a collection of the most effective soccer practices used by youth teams around the world. The new Challenger International Soccer Camp reflects the truly global nature of the sport today and provides young players with a wide variety of coaching styles, practices, and influences that will help them develop a well-rounded skill set. We have taken the best coaching methodologies and practices from England, Brazil, Spain, USA and France and have woven them together in a multifaceted on and off-field coaching experience. Most camps will include a free soccer ball, T-shirt, Poster and Certificate, but please check your individual sessions on the next page to confirm this. Any camp or clinic participant will receive the iChallenge App and 20 free skill-building videos!

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Swim Lessons

MICHAEL LEARY IS BACK TO OFFER SWIM LESSONS. Session 1 June 14th afternoon classes Session 2 July 5th morning and evening classes Session 3 July 19th morning and evening classes Cost per child is $150 for (8) 30 minute classes. Each sessions is 2 weeks, MondayThursday. Siblings are $140 per session.

Windermere Community BLOOD DRIVE

The Lodge 4444 Front Nine Dr., Cumming, GA 30041 Monday, May 31, 2021 10am to 3pm In thanks for your support on Memorial Day, all who come to give will receive a limited-edition Red Cross T-shirt, while supplies last. To make an appointment, please visit www.RedCrossBlood.org (or use the Red Cross Blood Donor App) and enter sponsor keyword: Windermere; OR call 1-800-Red-Cross. Please eat iron rich foods, drink plenty of non-caffeinated fluids and get a good night's rest before donating blood. PHOTO I.D. REQUIRED.

Free registration + $25 off first month

We are an established private Dental practice just 5 min away. Dr. Yelisetty focuses on general health of her patients with emphasis on cosmetic and functional dentistry. We are kids friendly.

Piano, Voice, Guitar, Ukulele, Violin, Viola, Cello, Brass, Woodwinds

“Very happy with Sharon Springs Dental as a first-time patient! The staff and Dr. Y were great. I was very pleased with the thorough assessment and time dedicated in developing a routine treatment plan going forward.”

Kindermusik, Art, Chess, Choir, Birthdays, Camps

First-time patient - by Christopher T.

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SWIM TEAM NEWS

THE WINDERMERE WAVES 2021 REGISTRATION IS OPEN! Registration scheduled to close May 15th Only two weeks left to register for our Windermere Waves Swim Team!! We have our committee planning weekly fun activities and treats along with continuing our Fun Fridays (with donuts of course), Swimmer of the Week caps, and themed home meets! Practices will begin MONDAY, May 10th and continue through June 25th (see details below for practice times for each age group). Meets are held at 5:30pm on Thursdays - see meet schedule below. We are planning to have in-person meets, however, there are still some details to work out - more information to come. The Forsyth County Championship Meet is scheduled for 23rd-25th, exact date and time TBD; will be Timed Final meet - meet is optional. Please see our website (www.windermerewaves.com) for all registration information, team suit info., and information about our Ripples program (4 to 6 year olds). Out of neighborhood families are welcome (Note: there is an additional non-resident fee per family)

11 and over – 9:00 to 10:15am 7/8’s – 10:15 to 11:15 6 & unders 11:15 to 12:00 (noon) Ripples (4 year olds) – 12:00 to 12:45 (no practice on Thursdays) MEETS: Meet 1 - May 27th Meet 2 - June 3rd - Home Meet** Meet 3 - June 10th Meet 4 - June 17th - Home Meet** Meet 5 - June 22nd (Tuesday) - Home Meet** **Pool closes at 3pm ***REGISTRATION CLOSES MAY 15th*** Registration fees include: kickoff celebration, weekly tasty treats, end of season banquet and a swimmer’s t-shirt. GO WAVES!!!

PRACTICE SCHEDULE: (last 3 weeks of May, begins May 10th) Monday-Thursday (afternoons): 6 & Under age group: 4:30 to 5:00 7 & 8 year olds: 5:00 to 5:45 9 & 10 year olds: 5:45 to 6:30 11 & older: 6:30 to 7:30 SUMMER PRACTICE SCHEDULE : (mornings, begins Tuesday, June 1st ) Monday – Friday (no practice, Monday May 31st/ Memorial Day): 9/10’s – 8:00 to 9:00am 18

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POOL NEWS Pool Stickers For those of you who have already paid the full annual HOA assessment amount) and your account shows a zero balance, 2021 Pool stickers are currently available. Please read the pool rules document HERE and sign the acknowledgement form located at the end of the document. You must bring the signed acknowledgement form and your access cards with you to the Lodge in order to receive the stickers. Message to Residents from the Windermere Board of Directors and Pool Committee We are looking forward to the official opening of our aquatic facility. We would like to acknowledge all the effort that goes into preparing the pool and planning for a successful and enjoyable season by our Property Management Staff, Josh and Stacy, as well our Event Coordinator, Jennifer. Thank you to our team for all your hard work. We can look forward to enjoying a beautiful facility and great events and entertainment at the pool this season. Look for details of events in the monthly newsletters. Please review carefully the following information as well as the Pool Information Packet. POOL OPENING - Saturday, May 15th POOL CLOSING- Friday, October 1st POOL PARTIES Reservations for private pool parties may not be made at this time. ACCESS CARDS / POOL STICKERS Access cards with a 2021 sticker must be used by residents for admittance to the pool area. Stickers may be obtained in person at the Lodge by the adult homeowner or resident. No children, nannies, or other family members may obtain stickers. Please read the Pool Rules and sign the acknowledgement form. You must be current on HOA dues and fees, present your access cards and bring your signed rules acknowledgement to receive your stickers. Lodge Hours Monday thru Friday from 9am-5pm POOL HOURS The Pool opens at 5:00 a.m. for residents to swim at your own risk. The Pool closes each evening when lifeguards go off duty. Lifeguard on duty schedule is detailed on Page 4 of the Pool Information Packet POOL SAFETY: ATTENTION ALL RESIDENTS!! 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 life safety. Parents are responsible for monitoring and supervising their children

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at all times, while in the water and on deck, and ensuring they observe the rules for their own safety. The majority of our parents are diligent in this regard, but there still are too many instances of unsupervised children. We ask that you give your utmost attention to this and your full understanding and cooperation to the Lifeguards. WATER SLIDE Weak and non-swimmers are not permitted to use the slide. Also, buckles, metal, ornamental clothing or life jackets with exposed plastic are not permitted on the slide (Rule 1.F.iii.c). LAP LANE One lap lane is available at all times and will be kept clear for lap swimmers in the lap pool (Rule 1.H). SWIM DIAPERS & COVERS Swim diapers and plastic pants that fit snuggly around the waist and legs are required for all persons age three and under and for those who are not toilet trained. Parents may be asked to verify that a child is wearing a swim diaper and plastic pants (Rule 1.E). RAFTS AND FLOATS No rafts or inflatables as these can create a visual impediment for the lifeguards (Rule 1.N). PROPER ATTIRE Attire appropriate for a family friendly association is required at all times. Please No thongs (Rule 1.P). WINDERMERE WAVES SWIM TEAM & POOL CLOSURES Practices begin early May and will be held Monday-Thursday 4:30 - 7:30 pm. Beginning June 1, practice will be MondayFriday 8:00 am - 12:45 pm through June 25. IMPORTANT NOTICE: prior to official pool opening only swim team members and parents or guardians may be admitted in pool area during scheduled swim team practices. SWIM TEAM MEMBERS ONLY MAY USE THE LAP POOL during practice sessions. NO ONE IS ALLOWED IN THE MAIN POOL OR BABY POOL THROUGH May 15, on the opening day. The Waves are hosting three swim meets on June 3, June 17 and June 22. On these three dates only, the entire pool facility will be closed for swim meets at 3:00 pm for the remainder of the day. COMMENTS AND FEEDBACK Comments and feedback regarding the pool are welcomed at any time and should be directed to Josh, Windermere Manager, at 678 455-7708 Ext 3 or windermeremanager@comcast.net.

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PET NEWS

Taking Care of a Goldfish Thinking of goldfish as a pet? They are easy to love yet often die too soon because they typically do not get the care they require to live out their maximum15 years. The biggest costs are upfront, meaning if you get the fish tank set up right the 1st time, you’ll only have to spend a few bucks per month to keep them happy. Goldfish come in various colors - orange, yellow, white, black and more... with any combination of markings. Your local pet store likely carries a few varieties of fancy goldfish. Though the average pet store does not have the resources to give EACH fish sufficient tank space, the average goldfish will be able to live in crowded conditions for a short period time and will perk up once you bring them home.

a filter large enough for your tank. Change the filter cartridge every 3 months or as indicated on the package. If the tank is small, use a filter and change water more often. Use a de-chlorinator to kill bacteria in tap water at least 24 hours in advance of the tank set up. You will need to do a partial water change (removing and replacing 25% of the water) between 1-3 times a week and a complete water change every 1-2 months. Never, ever use soap to clean... only plain water! A bucket, a siphon hose, gravel vacuum and a tank brush make cleaning much easier. As far as feeding goes, overfeeding will wreck havoc on their digestive systems. It’s easy for kids especially to grab much more than needed.

The biggest reason goldfish die by the time they are 3 years old rather than the expected lifespan of 10-15 years is because the tank is too small. Like all living beings, goldfish produce wastes. Their wastes cause harmful ammonia and nitrates to build up in the water.

Be aware of the tiny portion required. They may become constipated or produce so much waste that it will over pollute the tank. They can become overweight and have trouble swimming. Use high quality goldfish food and you can supplement with skinned blanched peas and freeze dried bloodworms.

Over time if the tank is not cleaned the fish will literally be poisoned by his own wastes, so please be responsible with this task. In large tanks, it takes a long time for wastes to build up. Having a filter and changing the water regularly provides a longer, happier life.

Hope this helps if contemplating a goldfish as your next pet!

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NEWS FROM THE FORSYTH COUNTY CHAMBER

Northside Hospital Forsyth Ranks Top in the World!

Northside Forsyth Hospital is continually expanding to contribute to the exceptional health of Forsyth County’s residents. The hospital’s current $43 million expansion includes the addition of two new floors (containing 64 new beds) to its surgical tower to be completed in the third quarter of this year with expected patient occupancy by the end of 2021. For nine consecutive years Forsyth County has been named the Healthiest County in Georgia by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. While many factors contribute to this remarkable ranking, Northside Hospital Forsyth is one of the largest contributors to our community’s outstanding health levels. So, it’s no surprise that the Forsyth County Northside campus was recently named one of the World’s Best Hospitals by Newsweek. The two thousand hospitals named in this list – which covers twenty-five countries – were chosen for their consistent excellence including distinguished physicians, top-notch nursing care and state-of-the-art technology. Only seven Georgia hospitals were included in this global list. Northside Hospital Forsyth also stood out on the Newsweek report by performing above average in infection prevention measures. “Northside Hospital Forsyth continues to expand 22

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services to meet the constant growing healthcare needs of our community. They have consistently protected our citizens’ health and championed positive community development efforts as a long-standing partner. I am extremely proud of our Northside location and believe their recognition is very well deserved,” commented James McCoy, President and CEO of the Forsyth County Chamber. “Northside Hospital Forsyth is committed to balancing clinical excellence with compassionate care. Our success has been built on physicians and staff who are greatly skilled and deeply passionate, and a patient community that entrusts us with their healthcare. I am so proud of the team I get to work with here. Our leaders possess grace, humility, and a keen eye for improving performance while building the self-esteem and confidence of all staff members. We are so very grateful for this recognition,” said Lynn Jackson, Chief Operating Officer of Northside Hospital Forsyth.

Annual State of the County Address Builds on a Year Like No Other The month of May presents the community with an important opportunity, particularly coming out of such an exceptional year! The 2021 State of the County Address will be accessible on May 18th, 2021 at 10:30 AM both virtually and in-person. Participants will have the option to safely attend this event in-person at Local Church Forsyth (3105 Dahlonega Hwy, Cumming, GA 30040) or virtually. Forsyth County Board of Commissioners Chair, Cindy

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hybrid nature of this event is presented by Northside Hospital Forsyth and other supporting sponsors like Georgia Power and Wilson Hutchison Realty, just to name a few. For those attending in-person, this event is a great opportunity to network (safely of course!) with the business and civic leadership of Forsyth County. For all participants (in-person or online) the vent will provide valuable information about what lessons our leaders learned from 2020 and what is to come in our community. All guests must register to attend via the Chamber of Commerce. Please visit www.focochamber. org to learn more about this hallmark community event.

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