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Association Manager As we head into spring we know many of you are planning maintenance and upgrades to your home! Frequent items that need attention are: Exterior painting of your home, replacing dead sod, trees and other plant materials, and maintenance of mailboxes. Please be sure to be proactive and plan accordingly for all projects and improvements to your home by submitting an application for modification. Please visit the website and look under the resources tab to download a copy of the application.

Applications still need to be submitted even if you are using the same paint or roof colors.

DOWNLOAD APPLICATION Applications are required for ALL projects to the exterior of your home or lot. This includes but is not limited to the following: Roof replacements, repainting the exterior of your home, tree removal, installation of basketball goals, trampolines, play sets and fences. We would also like to remind you of frequent violations to avoid. Trash cans must be stored out of view of the street. Portable basketball goals must be approved and installed according the guidelines which includes proper placement and screening. Pine straw should be fresh and installed at least twice per year. Edging must be of approved materials.

CLICK HERE TO REPORT A VIOLATION Our goal is to have a cohesive and harmonious and aesthetically pleasing community for all to enjoy! We greatly appreciate your cooperation! Please remember the dumpsters located at the Windermere amenities center are not for public trash. All personal garbage needs to be picked up from your residence on the service day. Please have all of your receptacle by the curb at 7:00 am on Monday mornings. If you miss a pick up or need a bulk pick up please contact Sanitation Solutions at 770-866-7323 or www.sanatationsolutions.net. 4

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A MESSAGE FROM THE BOARD We appreciate the positive feedback we have received for the partial reopening of the tennis courts. And we know that a logical next question is, what about the gym, Lodge rentals,playgrounds, basketball courts, the Green, and the Pool opening? Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s where we are: Gym. The Board of Directors has reviewed the guidelines set forth by the Governor to allow access to gyms and fitness facilities. Unfortunately, our fitness center will not meet the requirements to open at this time. As you know, the gym is unstaffed. The Order requires that the operator of the facility ensure that social distancing occurs, and that staff be available for frequent cleaning and disinfecting. We simply cannot comply with this Order at this time. So, the fitness center will remain closed for the time being. Playgrounds: In order to maintain consistency with local county government recommendations, our playgrounds will remain closed at this time. We will likely officially reopen them when the county opens its playgrounds. Lodge Rentals. Current guidance prohibits gatherings of 10 or more people if such a gathering requires people to be within 6 feet of each other. Since Lodge rentals are for larger groups, and the whole point is for people to socialize and mingle, we will be notifying renters that their events will be postponed/cancelled. We will still take reservations for rentals, but all such rentals are subject to postponement/cancellation.

Basketball Courts. While there may be times that there are less than 10 people playing basketball, by its very nature, basketball is not a sport that is conducive to social distancing. Thus, the basketball courts will remain officially closed. The Green. We will officially re-open the Green; however, we ask that groups that gather there be limited to less than 10, and that proper social distancing practices be followed. Pool Opening. We believe it is premature to make any decisions regarding the pool. The Board is monitoring the State, County, and CDC recommendations. As previously stated, there are guidelines about 10 or more people being in the same place. We are told that the CDC is currently working on issuing guidance for swimming pools that should be available within the next couple of weeks. We will also seek guidance from our Pool Management Company, AMS Pools. We are keeping the pool opening set for May 16, but know that this is a very soft target, and likely to change. We will provide an update as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience and cooperation during these unprecedented times. Regards, Windermere Board of Directors

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

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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).

ARE YOU BLOCKING TRAFFIC? One of the largest complaints that we receive in the community is that home owners, and their guests, are parking on the streets. Vehicles parked on the Windermere streets create issues for our overall thoroughfare within the community. They also obstruct access for public and emergency vehicles to be able to provide the services that we need. Many residents know that our roads are public, and therefore they are maintained, monitored, and enforced by county and state laws. And, even though our founding covenants prohibit excessive street parking, they are not legally enforceable. In other words, if a vehicle is legally parked on a public road, we do not have the authority to take action against it. For that reason, we are not able to impose/ enforce legal or financial repercussions when certain neighbors choose to go against what our expectations are. Since we all moved into this wonderful community, with an expectation of cars not being parked on the street, PLEASE FOLLOW THE RULES

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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 â&#x20AC;˘ 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 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; PLEASE NOTE THE DATE RECEIVED BY THE PROPERTY MANAGER MAY DIFFER FROM THE DATE PRINTED ON THE ONLINE APPLICATION FOR MODIFICATION FORM

(b) Fee for the process There are no fees for the standard review process for ARC Applications. However, per the Financial Policies and Procedures Applications to the Architectural Review Committee for changes, alterations, additions, or deletions to property by delinquent homeowners will not be considered until all obligations for that individual property are resolved. Certain projects such as but not limited to, an addition to a residence, new construction and pool/courtyard additions may require review from a licensed architect. These types of projects shall be subject to additional review fees as determined by the Board or their designee. The property owner will receive notification of additional fees once an application has been submitted and all fees must be paid prior to starting the review process. Fees are payable via check or money order. If you wish to expedite the standard review process for your ARC Application which would not require review by a licensed architect rush fees will be charged as follows: Approval in 2-4 Days once a complete form is submitted - $100 fee payable at the time of submission. Approval in 5-7 Days once a completed from is submitted - $50 fee payable at the time of submission. At the discretion of the Association Manager, certain projects may not be permitted to be rushed. Applications may be submitted at any time, with an average processing time of 14 business days. Please plan ahead for all projects, including holiday and birthday gifts. Failure to receive prior approval for any and all projects is subject to sanctions for violation including unapproved modification fines starting at $200. 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.

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Golf Cart Laws and Safety on Roadways Golf Cart Laws and Safety on Roadways A golf cart, legally defined as a motorized cart, may operate on roadways when all A golf cart, legally definedof aslaw a motorized of the following elements are met: 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 1) during daylight hours only (O.C.G.A. 40-6-330). May, however, operate at Operate night if they meet the equipment requirements of 49 Code of Federal Registry at night ifheadlights, they meet the equipment of 49 Code of Federal Registry 571.500: taillights, brakerequirements lights, and turn signals; and 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 2) Operate only40-6-362); on a roadway less (O.C.G.A. and 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 3) Must equipped with40-6-362); an amberand strobe light that is visible for 500 feet to the rear andbe front (O.C.G.A. 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. 4) The Georgia operatorCourt possesses a validJune driver’s license (O.C.G.A. 40-5-20 and Coker v. State, of Appeals. 13, 2003); and a State, Georgia Court of Appeals. June 13, 2003); and a 5) Slow Moving Emblem (16 inch red/orange retro-reflective triangle) is visibly 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)). attached to the rear (O.C.G.A. 40-8-4 (a)). Other Restrictions: Other Restrictions: 6) Impeding the normal flow of traffic is prohibited: a golf cart or other may not 6) Impeding thea normal flow as of traffic is prohibited: golf reasonable cart or other may not drive “at such slow speed to impede the normala and drive “at such a slow (O.C.G.A. speed as 40-6-184), to impede e.g., the normal andinreasonable movement of traffic” operating a 35 mph movement of traffic” (O.C.G.A. 40-6-184), e.g., operating in a 35speed mph limit. zone that prevents a following vehicle from driving the posted 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, 7) Occupants: Childrenrestraining under the age of 6 prohibited from riding a passenger, for “a child passenger system” shall be provided in allaspassenger 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. vehicles (O.C.G.A. 48-8-76). Occupants must only ride in a proper seat position. Legal exemptions: Legal exemptions: Registration (tag) is not required (40-2-20 exempts motorized carts), and Registration (tag)required is not required exempts motorized carts), Insurance). and Insurance is not (34-33-2(40-2-20 – only registered vehicles require Insurance is not required (34-33-2 – only registered vehicles require Insurance). Note: Off-road vehicles, such as John Deere Gators, Kawasaki Mules, Yamaha Note: Off-road vehicles, such on as the John Deere Gators, Kawasaki Mules, Yamaha Rhinos, etc. may not operate roadway. Rhinos, etc. may not operate on the roadway.               Windermere Leaflet www.WindermereCommunity.net May 2020

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Board Policy on Reopening of Amenities: Tennis Courts & Instruction Approved April 23, 2020 The Windermere Board of Directors recognizes that many of our residents wish to get back to playing tennis as soon as reasonably and safely possible. The Board shares that goal. That said, the Board must balance this with the potential for individuals to get sick due to using our tennis courts, and the potential legal liability that could attach if we move too quickly. Thus, the Board has decided to have its reopening policy influenced by legal counsel, Governor Kemp’s Executive Orders, and the pre-eminent American tennis association, the U.S. Tennis Association (“USTA”). On April 2, Governor Kemp issued a statewide Shelter in Place Executive Order to help slow the spread of COVID-19. The order applies to all Georgia residents and visitors and will remain in effect until April 30 at 11:59 p.m. The Order states that “all residents and visitors of the State of Georgia are required to shelter in place within their homes or places of residence, meaning remaining in their place of residence and taking every possible precaution to limit social interaction to prevent the spread or infection of COVid-19 to themselves or any other person…” On April 20, the Governor issued an additional Executive Order, where (among other things) he stated that gyms, fitness centers, bowling alleys, tattoo parlors, and hair salons could begin Minimum Basic Operations beginning Friday, April 24. None of our amenities fit this description. The Board has agreed that once the Governor has lifted the Shelter in Place Order, currently scheduled to expire on April 30, we will re-open our tennis amenities subject to certain safety and social distancing restrictions.

PLEASE TAKE THE TIME TO READ THE TENNIS COURT GUIDELINES AND RESTRICTIONS BEFORE COMING TO THE TENNIS COURTS: https://www.windermerecommunity.net/page/13899~1028262/Tennis-Court-Guidelines-and-Restrictions

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Windermere Teams Play at ALTA City Finals! Congratulations to Jason Harris’s B-2 Mixed Doubles ALTA team for winning City Finals and bringing home the big dinner plate! Way to go Hot Shots!! Andrew Miller’s A-1 Mixed Doubles ALTA team also made a great showing at City Finals. They finished as the runner-up and brought home the salad plate. Congratulations on a great season!

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.

Need to Reserve a Court? All reservations can now be made on your phone at Kourts.com. This new app will allow 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 new Kourts app. We encourage you to go ahead and download the app and sign up. Here is a short video to help you get started: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e6LvdWNGOUw

Want to Stay Connected to Windermere Tennis? Contact Bobby at schindlerb@comcast.net to be added to his weekly e-mail newsletter for timely updates on weekly drills, junior lessons and other events at the courts. Also, don’t forget to join the Windermere Tennis Facebook page!

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

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COMMUNITY NEWS

REDUCE THE RISK OF EXPOSURE

Social Distancing

We strongly encourage following the recommendations from the CDC to reduce the risk of exposure and spread of the virus include the following: • Avoid close contact with people who are sick. • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. • Stay home when you are sick. • Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash. • Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe. • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing. o If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and water if hands are visibly dirty. • Maintain a social distance of six feet during all public interactions. • Eliminate handshake greetings.

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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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SWIM TEAM NEWS

WINDERMERE WAVES 2020 SEASON UPDATE Waves Families, First of all, we hope that everyone is staying safe and healthy during this unprecedented time. The Atlanta Swim Association (ASA) continues to monitor and review the COVID-19 situation and they are evaluating various options for summer 2020. As you all know our season, under normal circumstances, would begin with practices on Monday, May 4th and the season would conclude on Friday, June 26th — this obviously will not be the case for this year. If we are able to have any type of season it will most likely be condensed. We are told the ASA will have more of a definite plan by the beginning of May and we will keep you all posted as we obtain any information. For our team, please know should the season be cancelled, we will refund all registration fees and ASA fees 100%. Also should we have a condensed season all late registration fees will be waived and we are looking at reducing all regular registration fees. Our

goal is to provide a safe and fun activity for our kids to look forward to and we will get creative as to how we put the season together. As more definitive information is received, we will forward that information to everyone. Thus, by early May, we will follow up on the status of the 2020 summer season. Practices will NOT start May 4: we will let you know future dates and updates when they become available.

Stay safe and stay healthy!! We miss our team, Go Waves!!

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SUBJECT TO CHANGE due to Covid-19! Please check your community email blasts and the facebook page for updates.

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TO SIGN UP: https://challenger.configio.com/pd/185682/windermere-community?returncom=productlist 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 multi-faceted 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! 16

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SWIM TEAM NEWS

SUBJECT TO CHANGE due to Covid-19! Please check your community email blasts and the facebook page for updates.

Swim Lessons CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP!

Cost per child will be $140 for eight 30 minute classes. Each session is 2 weeks Monday through Thursday. If more than one sibling, first child $140.00 and each additional sibling will be $135.00. Cash or checks to be payable on 1st day of class at pool side to Michael Leary. If there are only 1 or 2 children signed up at class time, then the class is subject to be canceled! Please check with instructor to see if the class will be held. Classes will be taught even on rainy days (light rain). However if there is a heavy rain or thunderstorm they

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will be stopped and rescheduled at discretion of the instructor. No make ups for missing class due to other activities or trips etc. Only stormy weather make ups and you must attend your class make up time. Age groups are as follows: 3-4 years old, 5-6 year old, 7 to 9 year old. The children must meet age requirement by May 1 of 2020. The 7-9 year old beginner classes are for those children that are true beginners (cannot swim at all or no more than 6-8 feet). The 7-9 year old advanced classes are for those children that can swim at least 10 to 15 feet without assistance. Advanced classes will cover freestyle, backstroke and learning to build up to 25 yards across pool on their own. If your child mastered those, the instructor will accommodate the lesson accordingly to skill level. Children are taught based their own abilities. Therefore in the same class the instructor can handle different skill levels. Class size is no more than 6 students. Swim goggles are required, no masks please. THERE ARE ONLY 6 STUDENTS PER CLASS, THE STUDENTS 7 AND 8 WILL BE ON HOLD AS A WAITING LIST AND THE INSTRUCTOR WILL CALL TO CONFIRM THEIR PLACEMENT IN THE CLASS.

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

During the month of June, for those swim meets on Thursday afternoons, swim classes cannot be held after 3 pm. Therefore time will be added to other classes to make up for those days missed.

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POOL NEWS

Pool News

SUBJECT TO CHANGE due to Covid-19! Please check your community email blasts and the facebook page for updates.

OPENING DAY: SATURDAY, MAY 16 Message to Residents from the Windermere Board of Directors and Pool Committee We are looking forward to the 2020 official opening of our aquatic facility. At this time 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, Stacy and our Event Coordinator, Jennifer. Thank you to our team for all your hard work. Please note the following reminders, but most importantly carefully review full details found in the Pool Information Packet.

POOL HOURS AND GUARDED SCHEDULE 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 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. Please bring to the attention of a Lifeguard immediately, any unsafe situation or behavior or infractions of rules you observe taking place in the pool or pool area.

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vests). 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. To clarify, swim vests, noodles, arm floats, infant tubes and swim aids are the only inflatables or flotation devices permitted. (Rule 1.N).

PROPER ATTIRE Attire appropriate for a family friendly association is required at all times. Please No thongs (Rule 1.P).

Weak and non-swimmers are not permitted to use the slide, including all that use flotation devices, i.e., life

COMMENTS OR FEEDBACK Comments or feedback regarding the pool are welcomed at any time and should be directed to Josh, Windermere Property Manager, at 678 455-7708 Ext 3 or windermeremanager@comcast.net. We ask that specific complaints or problems be reported with full details to the Property Manager as soon as possible so that the problem or situation may be promptly addressed. 18

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Yard of the Month Congratulations to the Tucker Family in Bennington for winning the Yard of the Month for April! The Sherry and Co Real Estate Team will be placing a sign in your yard that you can proudly display to your neighbors! They will also receive a Home Depot gift card courtesy from the Sherry and Co Real Estate Team! As one of the most prestigious neighborhoods in Forsyth County, we are all dedicated to improving the quality of living and appearance of our community! We encourage everyone to take pride in their homes and neighborhood! Start getting your yards ready for the month of May! A new winner will be announced again next month!

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FORSYTH COUNTY

News from the Forsyth County Chamber MOVING FORSYTH FORWARD TOGETHER Last year’s State of the County address saw the debut of a new entity: Forward Forsyth. Forward Forsyth is a partnership of the Forsyth County Government, the Chamber of Commerce, the Development Authority, the Forsyth County School System and Forsyth County’s higher education institutions. Forward Forsyth serves as the driving force behind Forsyth County’s strategic economic development plan produced in 2018 by national consultants. The plan identified target industries: e-commerce, data services, technology, healthcare and advanced manufacturing, to name a few. It also promoted action items like development of commercial product in north Forsyth County, mixed-use developments, efficient regulatory processes and other items. The Forward Forsyth Steering Committee meets once a month to discuss strategy and track progress on the items listed in this plan. The group held a specially called meeting on April 9, 2020 with a special purpose in mind. The discussion at this session was focused on economic recovery rather than economic development. The mindset of the group is that what economic development looks like right now is ensuring the success of the county’s current commercial investors during this time of health and economic crisis. The group agreed to adopt an interim plan with initiatives that focus on economic recovery. The plan includes: • Connecting businesses to operating capital by promoting resources of CARES Act, hosting virtual seminars and tutorials on how to apply for CARES Act support and how to obtain private working capital – primarily from banks and by promoting local restaurants and retail operations still open and providing resources. • Connecting unemployed workers to employers by identifying and promoting employers seeking employees, populating online resources for the unemployed and hosting virtual seminars on how to best use GADOL resources • Providing support to specific industry sectors by hosting topic-focused, expert-led Virtual Meetings for the Forsyth Tech Executives Group, Forsyth County’s Manufacturing 20

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Society, Forsyth County’s Commercial Real Estate Council, international businesses in Forsyth County and Forsyth County’s Healthcare Association and completing Virtual “Existing Industry Visits” with the businesses included in these groups • Collecting data from local businesses via online surveys and daily phone calls engaging business owners and executing survey questions These efforts will be housed under the Together4FOCO brand. On Monday, March 16th the Forsyth County Chamber launched Together4FOCO to engage the Forsyth County community and keep residents and businesses connected during a challenging time to lend support to one another. Visit www.Together4FOCO.com to learn more about these economic recovery efforts and how you can engage in Forsyth County’s economic recovery plan.

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Heroes Reside Amongst Us Seems to me that most of us typically spend much of our life so wrapped up in our work, with kids, our grandkids, on cell phones and just existing, we miss the realization that residing amongst us are heroes. Maybe this is the norm. Heroes here in our presence, but not wearing a cape or a mask like the Caped Crusader, but dressed non-conspicuously in police uniforms, EMS attire and medical scrubs. With that camouflage, we fail to recognize their gift of heroism until there is a crisis, they are called into action risking their own health and well-being and are exposed as the true heroes they are. Living on our street, just two houses over, is the Camonayan family (Jessie, Rose, DJ and CJ). They are the normal family, quiet and courteous, friendly and joyful, always laughing and having fun at our street parties. The Camonayan family has lived in the Southgate neighborhood of Windermere for the past thirteen years. Jessie, the husband/father has been in hospital materials management for thirteen years. Rose, the wife/mother has been a critical care RN for thirty-three years. During this Covid-19 pandemic, Rose is providing her services at two separate hospitals. DJ, daughter 1 is a nurse in cardiovascular ICU and CJ, daughter 2 has been an ICU patient care tech and is graduating with

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her nursing degree this May. Over the past weeks, we have missed seeing the Camonayan’s outside in their yard or walking their two dogs. We see them on occasion and get in a hand wave as they drive away to the hospital and then return home for a few hours before driving off again. Two weeks ago, my wife, told me that she was creating a sizeable sign that I was to place in the Camonayan’s front yard advising the world that these undercover heroes lived right here, in Windermere, in our neighborhood and on our street. She also informed that our other neighbors would be adding their signature to the sign, as witness to that fact. I replied to her that I may be placed in ARC jail for its erection, to which she replied, “It’s worth it. Always wondered what it would be like with you locked up”. She was correct. They are Heroes!! Surely there are other heroes living in Windermere and we do not want to overlook them. May we all take a moment, be thankful for the “Heroes Residing Amongst Us” by letting them know just how much we truly appreciate them! Submitted by Southgate Resident, George T. Watson

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PET NEWS

R-E-S-P-E-C-T for Neighbors Please We so hope everyone is doing okay and staying safe during these unique Coronavirus days. At least we can all take walks and enjoy some nice Spring weather. Taking our dogs for walks is fabulous therapy for us and for our pups, however, we are getting even more complaints about owners NOT picking up their poop.

and see a pile of poop in our yards and especially if it does not belong to our baby.

PLEASE, PLEASE show respect to your neighbors and handle this much needed task by simply keeping poop bags handy by your leash or tying a few bags TO the leash so the walker will be prepared as they leave your house. This is a super great way to show our children respect to all of those around us. We know touching poop even through a bag is not always pleasant, but it is a responsibility we accept as a pet owner. None of us want to walk out

Thanks so much. Prayers for safety and good health!

Once again, our motto needs to be TREAT OTHERS AS YOU WISH TO BE TREATED. And this actually should cover all aspects of being a good neighbor. Think about it... and please do your part.

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In consultation with the association’s professional team, including the association manager, attorney, insurance provider, and other business partners, the Board has been planning for contingencies that may arise in the community as a result of the spread of COVID-19. Based on advice that has been circulated by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Georgia Department of Health, we have made the tough decision to close the fitness center until further notice. Fitness center usage is suspended until conditions improve and guidance and advice from the CDC and other government officials are confident that operations may resume. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

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