Windermere Leaflet August 2019

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Inside this Issue Board Member 8 Application Windermere 12 Summer 2019 Pool Party 14 Dueling Pianos 16 Join the 21 Social Committee Finicky Dogs 22 Tennis News 26

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Contacts BOARD OF DIRECTORS Craig Holmes | President | cholmes@ups.com Maureen Brown | Vice President | moandmike89@comcast.net Jim Durgin | Treasurer | jimdurgin@gmail.com Amy Morrison | Secretary | adm1axt@yahoo.com Drew Cerruti | Member at Large | dcerruti22@gmail.com Monica Hachem | Member at Large | monhachem@yahoo.com Thomas Rockwood | Member at Large thomas.rockwood@gmail.com COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS Michèl Krahn | Tennis | windermeretenniscmt@gmail.com Monica Hachem | ARC | monhachem@yahoo.com Jim Durgin | Finance | jimdurgin@gmail.com Maria Carney | Social | mariadcarney@gmail.com Betty Aubrey | Pool | betty.aubrey@gmail.com OFFICE INFORMATION Hours: Mon-Fri, 9 am – 5 pm Address: 4444 Front Nine Drive, Cumming GA 30041 Stacy Maguire and Brittany Hawkins | Activities Office 678-455-7708 ext. 2 | windermereactivities@comcast.net Aaron Cosson | 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 OTHER IMPORTANT NUMBERS FORSYTH CO. POLICE NON-EMERGENCY 770-781-3087 (24 hr)

STREET LIGHT OUTAGE Sawnee EMC | www.sawnee. com/content/storm-center

STREET MAINTENANCE To report a problem with street, curb or sidewalk, contact Forsyth County: 770-781-2155 dwburney@forsythco.com.

MAILBOX REPLACE/REPAIR Mailbox Project | 770-535-0036 www.mymailboxproject.com FORSYTH CO. WATER DEPT. 770-781-2160

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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Thinking About Selling Your Home?

Do you need a closing letter?

What should the For Sale sign look like? How much are the fees (transfer fee, capital contribution)?

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).

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 Kerri Ivie.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

The Lodge at Windermere 2019 LODGE RENTALS Please note that the 2019 rental calendar is now available for bookings.

As in years past, dates cannot be penciled in. Completed agreements and full payment is required to schedule all dates.

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LODGE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm | Closed Saturday and Sunday Gym Closed every Wednesday from 9am-11am for Deep Cleaning PLEASE REMEMBER THAT YOUR ACCESS CARD IS REQUIRED FOR ENTRY TO LODGE. We will be onsite Monday-Friday to assist you.

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

Visit our website www.windermerecommunity.net

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

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JIU JITSU CLUB We are starting the Windermere Jiu Jitsu club. Men and women can come train with us for the following reasons: · Effective self-defense · Increased physical fitness · Mentally stimulating and challenging · Relieve stress · Expand your comfort zone.

You can learn more about it online, or just come join us and see how much fun you can have. Classes will be weekly, and free of charge. The schedule is still in development, but will start very soon.

For information, call Richard Clark at 678-689-5171. You can also email me at juniordrums@ hotmail.com

COUPLES BRIDGE: Meets every 3rd Saturday of the month.

Contact Marcia Tidwell at 770-330-5386.

LADIES BRIDGE: Meets every Thursday at the Lodge and would love to welcome some new members!

Contact Beryl Deal at 678-341-6848.

WINE CLUB: Meets monthly at the Lodge. RSVP required.

For more information please contact Frances Page at francespage1002@gmail.com for more details!

LADIES BUNCO: Meets the 1st Thursday of every month at the Lodge. Please contact Katherine Mankin at katandart@hotmail.com for more details!

LOOKING TO START A NEW CLUB? Contact windermereactivities@comcast.net

A Message from the Association Manager 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:

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

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.

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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.

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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.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

2019 BOARD MEMBER APPLICATION The Windermere Homeowners Association (HOA) is currently seeking one (1) qualified individual with a desire to take a leadership role within the Association.

Serving as a Board Member for your Association can be a very rewarding yet challenging experience. We are seeking individuals who are enthusiastic and have an interest in improving our Community. Should you wish to become a nominee for the Windermere Board of Directors please fill out this form and return it to windermereactivities@comcast.net.

NAME: ADDRESS: TELEPHONE: SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS, COMMITTEES YOU SERVE/SERVED ON FOR WINDERMERE AND WHY YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE ON THE BOARD

(Note: The text below will be shared with the Community. This is your chance to sell yourself.):

TO BE CONSIDERED AS A CANDIDATE THIS FORM MUST BE COMPLETED AND RETURNED NO LATER THAN AUGUST 30, 2019.

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The center is closed for deep cleaning every Wednesday morning from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Exercise at your own risk. No one under 15 is allowed in the fitness center without adult supervision. Supervised children over the age of 12 are allowed to use the equipment. You must be current on your dues to access the fitness center.

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Bach to Rock’s Featured Student: Vanessa M. From Southgate!

Pictured above: Vanessa at a B2r performance

B2R: Hi Vanessa, how are you?

Vanessa: I’m great! Very excited to be chosen as the featured student!

B2R: Let’s start the interview by telling us a little about yourself.

Vanessa: My name is Vanessa, and I take vocal and gui-tar lessons, at Bach to Rock. and I’m also in the B2R Band, “ Big Kids Walkin’ “ B2R: What inspired you to play music?

Vanessa: Ed Sheeran and Taylor Swift! I want to play guitar just like them!

B2R: What is your favorite style of music?

Vanessa: POP! I love pop B2R: Who is your favorite artist and why?

Vanessa: Taylor Swift because she inspired me to play music! And I love her guitar!

B2R: What is your favorite song to play?

Vanessa: “Love Story,” because it’s so delightful and fun to play the guitar parts to it.

B2R: What are you learning right now in your lessons?

Vanessa: In vocal lessons: I’m learning about vocal dynamics and singing like Taylor Swift. In band : I’m learning Bon Jovi’s “Livin’ on a prayer.” In guitar lessons: I’m working on writing and playing my own song ! B2R: What are you most looking forward to learning/ performing?

Vanessa: Writing my own Song and playing it live! B2R: What's your favorite thing about Bach to Rock?

Vanessa: All the teachers! They are all very knowledgeable. Their passion really shows through, and they are all so incredibly kind and easy to learn from.

B2R: What do you enjoy doing when you’re not playing music?

Vanessa: I like to draw, dance and practice guitar!

Pictured above: Spenser and Vanessa After She Completed Level 1 guitar

We met up with one of Vanessa’s teachers, Spenser, and he had this to say when we asked him; “What about Vanessa makes her so special and unique?”.

“I have been teaching Vanessa over a year now, and she stands out among many kids her age. She does so by remaining eager to try new things even if they may seem scary or difficult to her at first. I’m confident that she’ll succeed in whatever endeavor she pursues.”

Would you like to learn to rock out like Vanessa?

Pictured Above: Vanessa at our B2r Showcase event.

Pictured right: Vanessa showing her guitar skills .

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FORSYTH COUNTY COMMISSIONERS AMEND NO SOLICITATION SIGNAGE RULES For years, we have had No Solicitation signs posted at the entrances to each neighborhood. However, the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners has amended the existing ordinance to require individual signage at each residence in order for the Sheriff’s Office to enforce the No Solicitation ordinance.

My understanding is these changes were made upon advice from the County’s lawyers, due to a recent lawsuit in another part of the state. In that lawsuit, a County ordinance was challenged that allowed a prohibition on solicitation by signage at the entrance to the neighborhood. The Court ruled that there was a violation of the Solicitors’ First Amendment rights. While I don’t know for certain, I suspect that the Solicitor made the argument that an individual homeowner might welcome a door to door solicitor, that a Solicitor is free to engage in commercial speech wherever and whenever they want, and that the Solicitors were economically disadvantaged because of this blanket prohibition.

So, in order for the Sheriff’s Office to shoo Solicitors away from your home, you are now required to have signage specific to YOUR property. An HOA does not have the legal standing to prohibit certain individuals from engaging in commercial speech. Only you as the homeowner have the right, and only on your property.

The Association will continue to have the “No Soliciting” signage at the entrances to the community. However, to ensure you as an owner have recourse, you must purchase your own sign and place it on your property.

If you wish to go ahead and get signage posted at your property the guidelines below should be followed. We are also working with a vendor in regards to signage that could be posted on the mailbox post, please note no signage may be posted on the actual mailbox.

“NO SOLICITING” SIGNAGE SHOULD MEET THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES: The preferred style of signage should be a small sign posted on the home or a small sign on a post in a landscaping bed. Signs should meet the following guidelines: Material - Metal, such as brass or bronze Size - Signage posted on homes- no more than 10 inches wide by 2 inches tall - Landscaping Signage- no more than 10 inches wide by 6 inches tall Color - Antiqued Bronze/Brass or similar (no polished finishes) THE FOLLOWING ARE TWO OPTIONS FOR “NO SOLICITING” SIGNAGE WHICH MEETS THE STANDARD FOR THE COMMUNITY, AND DO NOT REQUIRE A REQUEST FOR MODIFICATION FORM.

NO SOLICITING GARDENBOSS™ STATEMENT PLAQUE WITH STAKE

CAST BRASS “NO SOLICITING” SIGN

(PLEASE MAKE SURE TO SELECT ANTIQUED BRASS)

Other signage that is the same design to include shape, size and color will be deemed acceptable. You may purchase your no soliciting signage from any vendor, however if you would like to utilize any other form of signage it must be submitted to the ARC for review and approval.

For more information from the Sherriff’s office regarding the Forsyth County Solicitation policy please click here.

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WINDERMERE SUMMER 2019 It’s been another great summer at the Pool!

We hope you have enjoyed the weekly social events! Don’t worry there’s still more to come!

A special thank you to the 1000+ residents who attended the 5th Annual Fireworks show! We look forward to enjoying this event next year!

Thank you to our participating event sponsors: Bach to Rock | Cole Team Real Estate Claire Smith with Solid Source Realty Choice One Urgent Care | Xfinity Serenity Orthodontics | Alessios Springfree Trampoline

We thank our Windermere neighborhood for all their support! Happy Summer!

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POOL NEWS

Pool Closing Party SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 12PM-3PM JOIN US for one last event at the pool to close out another great Summer at Windermere!

DJ • Games • Music Palapas Complimentary Tacos 1PM-2PM Quantities limited.

First come first serve.

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Pool Information

POOL PARTIES Reservations for private pool parties may be made in person at the Activities Office. The reserved party area is under the Lodge deck and there is also an adjacent indoor room available with refrigerator and tables.

To make a reservation, complete the 2019 Rental Agreement which can be found on the Windermere website.

Please drop off to the Activities Office along with a check for the rental fee. No cash may be accepted.

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 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.

COMMENTS AND FEEDBACK Comments and feedback regarding the pool are welcomed at any time and should be directed to Aaron, Windermere Manager, at 678 455-7708 Ext 3 or windermeremanager@comcast.net.

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POOL CLOSURES Please be aware that pool management and staff have the discretion to close any pool for safety and weather-related reasons.

If a guard hears or sees lightning or thunder, everyone will be asked to get out of the pool.

If lightning is seen, the guards may direct everyone to leave the pool area. The waiting period before pool/pool area re-entry is permitted is 20 minutes for thunder and 30 minutes for lightening. The clock starts over each time a guard hears a thunder or sees lightening.

NEW GUARDED HOURS FOR THE POOL: Since school is back in session, there are changes to the scheduled hours for lifeguards.

Monday through Friday guards will arrive at 4:45pm*.

During the day, it is considered “swim at your own risk”, and the slide and splash pad will not be operational during this time.

This is the same schedule that we have used for many years, but we just wanted to remind everyone and make sure that all new homeowners are informed.

AUGUST FULL GUARDED SCHEDULE: Thursday 8/1 4:45pm to 8pm Monday – Thursday 8/5-8/22 4:45pm to 8pm Fridays 8/2, 8/9, 8/16, 8/23, 8/30 4:45pm to 10pm Saturdays 8/3, 8/10, 8/17, 8/24,8/31 10am to 10pm Sundays 8/11, 8/18, 8/25 11am to 8pm Sunday 8/4 11am to 9pm Only one guard to watch over pool, clean and lock up at night. No guards seated in stands. No lifeguard breaks.

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EVENTS

Adult Night Saturday, August 10th

We are excited to bring back this great event! We are hosting The Andrews Brothers Dueling Piano Show! Due to last year’s popularity, we are offering 2 seatings!

1ST SEATING: 5:30-8PM Tickets are only $15

2ND SEATING: 8:30-11:30PM Tickets are only $20

*** Be sure to purchase from the correct seating you are interested in. No refunds will be issued for any reason!

Tickets include a popcorn and dessert bar at the event.

The Andrews Brothers Dueling Piano Show was formed in 2002 by Damian Andrew Cartier and Mark Andrew Kovaly, both of whom performed at the Jellyroll’s Dueling Piano Club in Atlanta, Georgia. Since then, they have entertained at several corporate events for Microsoft, Hooters, The Hard Rock Cafe, Phillips, Sony, IBM, The National EMS Convention, and shared a stage with acts such as The Blues Brothers and Cirque Du Soleil. They have also played countless weddings, parties, and social gatherings all across the country...

Be sure to visit their facebook page at www.facebook.com/theandrewsbrothers

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Click here for 1ST SEATING Click here for 2ND SEATING

Tickets on sale now!

Tickets will be sold online only.

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Trunk or Treat

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 11TH 5PM-7PM FALL FESTIVAL - WITH A NEW TWIST THIS YEAR! Join us for: DJ playing your favorite Music • Bounce House • Haunted House Character Meet & Greets Kids Halloween Costume Parade- Prizes awarded!

Trunk or Treating- Prizes awarded!

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We are looking for residents and vendors to decorate their vehicles for the Trunk or Treat portion.

Prizes will be awarded for best set ups! Please contact windermereactivities@comcast.net for more details! More details to come!

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A NOTE FROM THE TREASURER In our annual budget, there is a large item called Replacement Reserves. This item is not seen on most financial statements, so the question has arisen, “What are Replacement Reserves?”

Our overall HOA strategy is to ensure that Windermere continues to be the premier community in south Forsyth county. One of the ways your HOA does that is by sustaining the value of the community’s common assets and amenities by regularly replacing them at the end of their economic life. We fund that asset replacement through our Replacement Reserves.

IN THE BEGINNING… In 2013, when the Windermere developer formally turned over the homeowner association to the homeowners, the financial package included a cash account with funds to replace our key infrastructure and amenities into the future. This was our initial Replacement Reserves. When an owner purchased their house, effectively they bought into not only the HOA’s assets, but also the Replacement Reserves to keep them at the current standards.

REPLENISHING THE FUND… As a practical matter, the replenishing of this Replacement Reserve for the commonly owned HOA assets should be included in the annual budget. If it is not, then a large and vital part of the community’s annual budget is not being addressed. If the Replacement Reserve replenishment is not properly planned, then special assessments will likely be necessary when assets need to be refurbished or replaced.

As time goes on, assets and infrastructure are replaced routinely, and the fund balance begins to decline. If the account is not re-funded, eventually, special assessments would need to be imposed on all homeowners to cover the costs. From the beginning, your HOA board has put a priority on avoiding special assessments due to the negative impact on home prices.

A Reserve Study details the common community facilities and infrastructure components that require periodic replacement. The Study includes a general view of the condition of these items and an effective financial plan to fund projected periodic replacements.

• Inventory of assets Owned by the Association that will require Replacement over the next 30 years.

• Estimates of the normal economic life and the remaining economic life of those assets • Financial Plan to funding for the asset replacements We hire a firm with professional reserve engineers to perform our Reserve Study annually to ensure that the replenishment of our Replacement Reserves is budgeted accurately so that the funds to maintain our association are always there when needed. And so that Windermere will continue to be premier community in our area.

Jim Durgin | Windermere HOA Treasurer

* Real estate brokers consistently report that property values with a history of HOA special assessments decline due to the uncertainty of the financial retirement of ownership in the future. The unknown question buyer have is “will there be another special assessment next year and how much will it be?” * Peter B. Miller, Architect, RS, specializing Capital Reserve Planning and Transition Warranty Inspections for community associations, country clubs and resorts, and religious and educational institutions throughout the U.S. and the Caribbean. A graduate of the College of Architecture and Urban Studies at Virginia Tech, Mr. Miller began his professional experience with community associations in the early 1980’s.

WHAT IS A RESERVE STUDY? The fairest and most equitable means to replenishing the Replacement Reserve fund is by having every homeowner contribute their fair share over the period that they benefit from these commonly owned assets. “Everyone who lives under this roof pays their fair share towards the replacement of the roof.” A Reserve Study determines what that “fair share” should be.

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Join the Social Committee!

The social committee is working hard planning the 2020 calendar!

If you would like to join the social committee, or if you have ideas you would like to share with the social committee, please submit to windermereactivities@comcast.net

by August 15th.

Save the Date!

Friday, September 20th at 6PM

FREE FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT on the Windermere Amphitheater Presented By:

Haw Creek Elementary PTA

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PET NEWS

FINICKY DOGS As we all know, a finicky dog can be very frustrating.

What’s the deal? Why is he walking away from his bowl...turning up his nose?

Like humans, some pups are naturally picky. Then there are those who will eat anything and everything!! I have had this type and it makes you a bit crazy trying to constantly push food away from edge of counter or make sure his nose is not level with the table. However, let’s focus on those who refuse to eat.

important whether it’s human food or dog food. You should be feeding him a high quality, nutritious diet approved by your vet. Dogs do not need variety in their meals like people do because they have all the nutrients, they need in their dog food.

If you do change to a new quality food, mix the old food with the new food in small amounts in the beginning. This prevents gastrointestinal upset. Make the change over at least 2-3 days.

Here are a few issues that might help: Veterinary Check-Up First of all, with any concerns, please take your baby to the vet for a check-up especially if there is vomiting, diarrhea or weight loss involved. Your doctor will help you get to the bottom of this in hopes that it’s not a gastrointestinal or oral disease, but you can never go wrong letting your vet take over.

Food If he receives a clean bill of health, begin evaluating the food. Make sure it has not spoiled and check expiration dates. This is very

Other Food Sources Closely observe your pup’s day. Is he eating something other than dog food? Is another family member feeding him scraps from the table? Is he getting into trashcans? Maybe a neighbor is giving him snacks?

Our older Pomeranian became picky this past year along with having some gastro issues, so my vet suggested a very good, high quality food and we have been extremely happy with this change. He is very happy to eat, has more energy, his fur is softer and his eyes seem clearer! I highly recommend giving your babies the best... which may, in turn, extend his precious life.

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Adult Social Saturday, August 10th 9am–11:30am

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TENNIS NEWS

Adult Clinic (New & Beginner Players) Do you want to learn how to play tennis? Exercise AND have fun?

Meet new friends?

Then join us for our new Adult Clinic on Friday, August 2nd from 10:45-12 pm at the Windermere tennis courts. Don’t have a racquet? Not to worry…we have racquets you can demo to see what fits you best. This class is for those interested in being introduced to the game and for those on beginner teams who feel Open Drills may be too advanced for them.

Please register through our new reservation app, Kourts.com. Cost will be $16 per session for residents and $18 for non-residents who play on a Windermere ALTA team.

If you have any questions, please contact Bobby at schindlerb@comcast.net or 770-598-8378

Interested in Adult Drills at Windermere?

Get the most bang for your buck and join the Adult Academy.

The cost to register is $95 per month and includes unlimited open drills.

Please remember to RSVP on the Kourts app for each drill in order to allow for the proper ratio of coaches to players.

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.

Here is the weekly drills schedule. Please contact Bobby at schindlerb@ comcast.net or 770-598-8378 if you would like to attend or have questions.

You can also register and pay for drills online on the Kourts app!

Monday..................9-10:30am...............Ladies Open Drill Friday....................9-10:30am................Ladies/Mens Open Drill Saturday................9-11:00am................Ladies/Mens Open Drill

Junior Academy at Windermere Pee Wee Classes for our 5-7 year old hitters is held on Thursday from 4:305:15pm. We run, hit balls, throw balls, and have lots of fun! Monthly cost to attend one day per week is $60.

13 and Under and Junior Academy classes are held Tuesday and Thursday, 5:30pm-7pm. These drills are designed for beginners and those considering making tennis one of their afternoon activities. Fun and activity is the main objective. Monthly cost to attend one day per week is $80 or $160 for both days.

High School drills are held Monday and Wednesday, 5:15-7pm. Drills are designed for the high school aged player interested in playing on their school team. Each drill features a tactical, technical and competitive component.

Monthly cost to attend one day per week is $90 or $180 for both days.

Please contact Bobby at schindlerb@comcast.net or 770-598-8378 with any questions.

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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!

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Attention Fall ALTA Captains

Please submit your roster and pay your non-resident fees using the new online roster submission form found here: http://www.windermerecommunity.net/Form/13899~246637/Tennis-Roster-Submission ALTA rosters come out on Thursday, August 15th, so please submit your roster online by Wednesday, Aug 21. If you have any questions, contact windermeretenniscmt@gmail.com.

Also, if your team is interested in drills with Bobby or Thad, please reach out to Bobby at schindlerb@comcast. net or 770-598-8378 to reserve your timeslot.

Thank you for captaining & good luck this season!

Windermere Tennis is transitioning to a new court reservation system Windermere has transitioned our court reservation system to 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 If you have any questions about the app or how to use it, please contact Bobby at schindlerb@comcast.net or 770-598-8378

Let’s Celebrate Back to School with a Social for the Windermere Adults!

Join us for another FREE Round-robin event ($5 Non-Residents) Light breakfast will be served Men and Women Welcome *No partner needed

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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 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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