Hometown Herald

HELPFUL INFORMATION

SHABEN & ASSOCIATES

ON-SITE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Ph: 678.546.3737

1669 Hamilton Mill Parkway, Dacula, GA 30019

Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm

Email: maureen@shabenandassociates.com

Property Manager: Maureen Murphy

CORPORATE OFFICE

(for after-hours common area maintenance emergencies)

Shaben Main Office: 770.271.2252

After Hours Emergency: 770.271.2252

P.O. Box 3189 Suwanee, GA 30024-0989

ACTIVITIES DEPARTMENT

Email: hmillevents@gmail.com

You are welcome to contact the Activities Office for information on planned events or to RSVP for an event.

Activities Director, Angela Pavlichek 770.235.8627

TENNIS SHOP

Ph: 770.945.6452

milltennis@bellsouth.net

HAMILTON MILL COUNTRY CLUB

Ph: 770.945.4653

www.hamiltonmillcc.com

GWINNETT POLICE NON-EMERGENCY

Ph: 770.513.5700

STREET MAINTENANCE

Contact Gwinnett County at 770.822.7474 to report a problem with street, curb or sidewalk.

MAILBOX REPLACEMENT/REPAIR

All mailboxes must be the same as a CommunityWide Standard: STYLE 311K

• Sign Kwik 770.623.1669

• Mailbox Maven, Kathy Ramatowski: 678.551.8591

• Addresses of Distinction: 770.436.6198 www.aodmailboxes.com

These are resources only,no recommendations or assurances are made by theAssociation.

AMENITY CARD REPLACEMENT

Hamilton Mill Amenity Cards are available to good-standing residents. Please call 678.546.3737 or 678.546.1597 to set up an appointment. Replacement cards/tenant cards are $25 each. Check or money order ONLY. No cash or credit cards accepted.

LOST DOG/CATS/ANIMAL DISTURBANCES

If you have lost your pet, please email the On-Site Property Management and they will be happy to email the community. Please also contact the Gwinnett County Animal Control at 770.513.5100 to report your lost pet or if a dangerous pet is running loose.

President: Jerry Hanes

Vice President: Jay Tinkoff

Treasurer: Allison Heusel

Secretary: Valerie Visintainer

Member at Large: Allan Tucker

Member at Large: Jason Bone

Member at Large: Paul Ashwood

COMMITTEE CORNER

The Community Awareness Committee has several current action items. First, working with Gwinnett County to install a traffic light at the intersection of Hog Mountain Road & Hamilton Mill Parkway. Next, working with county code enforcement on 2476 Hamilton Mill Rd, (abandoned gas station) code violations. Lastly, the committee is currently pursuing a proposed pub at the Homestead subdivision on Hog Mountain Road.

The Grounds & Facilities Committee has completed fall/winter seasonal color selections for the entire community. THANK YOU to master gardener and committee volunteer, Melissa Ollson, for her time & expertise in plant selection.

Pickleball Committee - Pickleball continues to grow within Hamilton Mill. Our committee's main goal is to advocate for pickleball within our community. That means advocating for the maintenance of the existing courts, additional programs (like round robins, tournaments, clinics), expansion, working with our pickleball pro for engagement opportunities, and league play. We are always looking for more pickleball advocates to join us.

The Social Committee is gearing up for this year’s holiday events; Pictures with Santa, Gingerbread House Decorating and Letters to Santa. The committee has once again partnered with The Quinn House for our Angel Tree to collect toys and items for financially needy local children and seniors. Also, in November & early December is a Food Drive benefitting ‘The Pantry’ at Hamilton Mill United Methodist Church and serving local families.

The Technology Committee is currently working with SSP, our amenity card provider, on a solution that will allow homeowners to use their phone to both open doors and verify their access to our amenities. They recently added a computer to the Board Room, complete with a camera and microphone/speaker combination. This will improve the ability to host video conference calls in that room.

The Tennis Committee completed & submitted their 2025 budget proposal to the HOA Board. The Millview courts were recently resurfaced in July. Replacement LED lights have arrived and the burnt-out lights around the courts will be replaced soon by an electrician

Hamilton Mill Angel Tree

Please visit the Angel Tree in the Lakeview Clubhouse & choose an ‘angel’ to help this holiday season. are partnering again with The Quinn House to provide local children & needy elderly individuals with gifts & basic need items. Each child had three items on their list. Each senior has two items requested. Names, ages & wants/needs are listed on the angel tag. All items on the lists are under $40.

All angel items must be returned back to the clubhouse, UNWRAPPED by Tuesday, December 5.

Holiday Food Drive

❖ Non-Perishables: Canned Vegetables, Canned Fruits

❖ Protein items: Canned & Dried Beans, Canned Meats, Peanut Butter

❖ Grain items: Oatmeal, Grits, Cereals, Rice, Pasta, Baking Mixes

❖ Soups and Side items: Soups, Boxed Sides, Boxed Pasta Meals

Letters to Santa

Santa has a sp ecial N orth Po l e Ma i lbox arriving in the L akeview Cl ubhouse on N ovember 8 . Pap er and p e ncil s are available, too!

Santa’s e l ves are visiting often co l l ecti ng the letters.

Stop b y and ‘ MAIL’ you r l etter to Santa b y Mon day, D e cember 16.

B e su re you r na m e & address is on you r letter.

Che ck you r m ailbox for Santa’s re p ly!

A nd al way s re member to b e N ICE!!

UPCOMING EVENTS

CALLING ALL HOMEOWNERS!

HAMILTON MILL COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION BOARD ELECTION

Request for Applicants for Nomination to Run for the HMCA Board of Directors

As a As a homeowner in the Hamilton Mill Community Association, you have an opportunity to provide leadership and advance the best interests of the community by running for a position on the Board of Directors. Serving on the Board will allow you to have direct involvement in “directing”the business of the Association and adopting policies that reflect the benefits and services provided to our neighborhood.

Please consider the following reasons why you should be nominated to serve as a Board Member:

Opportunity to make decisions on issues that have an impact on the quality of life for all residents of Hamilton Mill Governance – policy making, oversight, and strategic planning Opportunity to address issues and concerns of neighbors

Serving on your Homeowner’s Association Board of Directors can be exciting and rewarding.You can work with neighbors to make our community a great place to live, work, and play (A Hometown Community). Ask yourself if you have the following qualities:

1) Time and energy to attend meetings and be available as necessary

2) Ability to be fair and consistent and exercise good judgement

3) Ability to work effectively with other members of the Board and staff

4) A willingness to embrace adversity and remain committed to a “team”mentality

5) Do I fully understand what is expected of a Board member?

If you have these qualities and would like to be considered as a candidate for the Board of Directors, please contact Maureen Murphy, Community Association Manager by email at maureen@ shabenandassociates.com or in person at the Lakeview Clubhouse. If you do not have time to serve as a Board member, please consider getting involved as a volunteer for one of the Association committees. We look forward to hearing from you. Please remember the deadline to submit your application is November 8, 2024.

Hamilton Mill Community Association, Inc.

All Applications must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on November 8, 2024.

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Letters to Santa

Santa’s North Pole Mailbox will be delivered to the Lakeview Clubhouse on November 8. A table, paper & pencils are ready for you to write your letter to Santa. Watch your mailbox for Santa’s reply!

Braselton’s classic, small-town charm truly shines during the holidays. Explore unique shopping, award-winning restaurants, traditional holiday events and beautiful Christmas lights.

ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARADE & FESTIVAL

CONGRATS TO THE 55+6.5 COMBO TEAM!!

Congratulations to the Hamilton Mill 55+ 6.5 Combo team for representing our community at the State Combo Championship in Columbus, GA!

These amazing ladies – Michelle Ashwood, Wendy Kitts, Beth Hilderhoff, Lori D’adamio, Becky Neal, Heidi Martin, Kimmie Richardson, Elaine Schenck, Chris Dalrymple, and Valerie Visintainer – played hard and finished with a 2-2 overall record, securing 6th place. Their dedication and teamwork on the court were inspiring, and we couldn’t be prouder of their efforts! Way to go, team!

JUNIOR TENNIS PROGRAM

We have groups and levels for all players!! All programs are billed monthly.

Level 1

Little Tennis

Ages: 5–8

Monday & Wednesday 4:00-5:00pm @ Millview

Little Tennis Emphasizes:

• HAND-EYE COORDINATION

• BASIC RULES OF THE GAME

• BASIC STROKE PRODUCTION

• RACKET MANEUVERABILITY

• STROKE PRODUCTION

• BALL CONTROL & DIRECTION

• TENNIS RULES & ETIQUETTE

• MOVEMENT & FOOTWORK

• BALL & RACKET CONTACT POINT

CONTACT

THE SHOP TO SIGN UP!!

Level 2

New/Beginner/ BeginnerIntermediate Players Ages: 9+

Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7:00pm @ Lakeview

Level 2 Emphasizes:

• TENNIS FUNDAMENTALS

• STROKE PRODUCTION

• MOVEMENT / FOOTWORK AND BALANCE

• COURT AWARENESS

• ACCURACY & CONSISTENCY

• BALL CONTROL

Level 2.5

Beginner-Intermediate Ages 9+

Monday & Wednesday 5:30-7:00pm @ Millview

Level 2.5 Emphasizes:

• ACCURACY AND CONSISTENCY

• SPEED AND POWER

• AGILITY, FOOTWORK AND BALANCE

• STROKE PRODUCTION

• MOVEMENT AND COURT AWARENESS

• STRATEGY

• SERVE DEVELOPMENT

• TOP/UNDER SPIN DEVELOPMENT

• BALL CONTROL

HAMILTON MILL PICKLEBALL

SKILLS AND DRILLS

Whether you’re a beginner looking to learn the ropes or a seasoned player aiming to sharpen your skills, our expert instructor will guide you every step of the way. Reserve your spot today and take your pickleball game to the next level! See you on the court!

Monday & Friday: 9:30am - 10:30am

Tuesday & Thursday: 5:30pm – 7:00pm

PRIVATE LESSONS

Contact the shop to connect with one of our highly experienced tennis or pickleball pros and work on those problem areas or develop a new shot!!

NEW!!! Introducing: Pickleball Memberships!

• Unlimited clinics every month

• Unlimited ball machine rentals

• Free entry to the monthly round robin events

• 10% all pro shop non-service items

• Member only events

Membership cost: $108 Monthly

THE BALL MACHINE IS A GREAT WAY TO IMPROVE YOUR STROKES!!!

The Ball Machine is here and available to rent!! Call or email the shop to reserve your time today!!

ADULT TENNIS CLINIC SCHEDULE

LiveBall Tennis

Monday: 9:30am -10:30am

Fast paced cardio-based doubles game. This game is a cross between Matchplay and Cardio Tennis.

Strategy of the week

Tuesday: 9:30am- 10:30am

Fast paced tennis drills to keep your heart pumping.

Cardio Tennis

Wednesday: 9:30am – 10:30am

This Clinic focuses on one doubles strategy per week.

Stroke of the Week

Friday: 9:30am – 11am

This clinic focuses on one stroke or idea per week.

Signup required

Pre-registration is required or all Drop-in Clinics. All Drop-in Clinics are $15.00 per clinic.

PERFORMANCE GROUPS:

ADVANCED/TOURNAMENT

Mon-Thurs @ Millview

PLAYERS

Contact the Shop to sign up!!

HAMILTON MILL TENNIS

New Racquets & Shoes in the shop.

Tifosi Glasses back in stock!!

New Selkirk

contact or stop by for more information. Gift cards available!

Come by The Hamilton Mill Tennis and Pickleball Shop for all your Tennis and Pickleball needs. Shop in store or online @ hmill.com. Tennis Racquet Sale going on NOW!

Pickleball Paddles and accessories now in stock!!

Wilson Blade Racquet

Sale 20-25% off!!

yonex racquets now in!!

Shoe Sale!!

25% off Wilson. In stock sizes only.

New Perk for Hamilton Mill Residents!!! 10% off all non-service in-shop items!

Hamilton Mill Tennis Shop Milltennis@bellsouth.net 770-945-6452

Grove Carmona Director: Tennis / Pickleball Grovo.hmiltennis@gmail.com 678-982-1938

Dailo Faria Tennis Professional Danilo.hmilltennis@gmail.com 678-590-7911

Chieko Bolton Tennis Professional Chieko.hmilltennis@gmail.com 770-265-7481

Andrew Moseley Tennis Professional Andrew.hmilltennis@gmail. com 770-639-2326