Hometown Herald November 2018 by The Times

HOMETOWN HERALD

November 2018

News from the Hamilton Mill Community Association

Happy Thanksgiving

The 2018 Angel Tree

Board of Directors Election

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Welcome

COMMUNITY NEWS

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Welcome to Our Newest Residents Jonathan and Kelly Aleman Rene D. Garrett Anthony and Cynthia Guthrie John Phao and Judy Hao Shane K. Maria Douglas Pierce and Kathlyn Martin Jason and Robin Neun

The Board of

DIRECTORS Get to Know Your Board Members Chris Singleton, President Josh Emmett, Vice President Anne Dotter, Secretary Steve Smith, Treasurer Karen Taylor, Member at Large Sam Basquin, Member at Large Eâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Lane Tullis, Member at Large

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To advertise in the Hometown Herald, contact Leah Nelson at The Times - 770.535.6330 - lnelson@gainesvilletimes.com The Hometown Herald 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 Hamilton Mill 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.

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Chastain Night Recap

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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: PropertyManager@Hmill.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

GOVERNMENT SERVICES

Emergency ......................................................... 911 Police Headquarters............................770.513.5000 Non Emergency...................................770.513.5700 Gwinnett Sheriff/Jail..............................770.619.6500 County Courthouse..............................770.822.8000 Dacula City Hall...................................770.963.7451 Dacula Post Office...............................770.962.4390 Poison Control......................................404.616.9000 Fire Headquarters.................................678.518.5018 Station 18.............................................678.518.5018 Tag Office............................................770.822.8801 Drivers License Services........................770.995.6855 Property Tax..........................................770.822.8800 Voter Registration.................................770.226.7210 Animal Control.....................................770.339.3200 Gwinnett Senior Services......................770.822.8850 UTILITIES

BFI Waste Management......................678.963.2800 Water Resources..................................770.376.6800 You are welcome to contact the Activities Office via Buford Gas...........................................770.945.6761 email at hmillevents@gmail.com for information on Jackson EMC/Street Light Outage........770.963.6166 planned events or to RSVP for an event. Charter Communications....................678.410.9362 AT&T.....................................................800.436.8638 GWINNETT POLICE NON-EMERGENCY Direct Satellite/Dish Network.................678.714.1495 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 Community-Wide 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 the Association. AMENITY CARD REPLACEMENT

Hamilton Mill Amenity Cards are available to goodstanding 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.

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For a complete listing of Gwinnett County Departments, please visit www.gwinnettcounty.com/portal/gwinnett/Departments

PUBLIC SCHOOLS Puckett’s Mill Elementary School................ 678.765.5110 www.pmseonline.org

Osborne Middle School....................... 770.904.5400 www.gwinnett.k12/ha.us/OsborneMS.home.org

Millcreek High School........................... 678.714.5850 www.millcreekhighschool.org

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Hebron Christian Academy..................770.962.9250 Dacula Classical Academy.................678.377.0080 Oak Hill Classical School............................. 770.338.7945 Sugar Hill Christian Academy...............678.745.4121 Greater Atlanta Christian......................770.243.2258 HOSPITALS/URGENT CARE

Gwinnett Medical Center.....................678.312.1000 ChoiceOne Urgent Care - Hamilton Mill...... 470.326.7300 Northeast Georgia Medical Center.....770.219.9000 Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta........... 404.150.KIDS Northeast Georgia Urgent Care...........770.848.6195 RECREATION

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Father’s Day

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Thanksgiving Day

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THURSDAY

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HAMILTON MILL CALENDAR

CALLING ALL HOMEOWNERS! Hamilton Mill Community Association Board Election

Request for Applicants for Nomination to Run for the HMCA Board of Directors All Applications must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on November 30, 2018

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 have the opportunity to 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.

Please see page 10.

We look forward to hearing from you! Please remember the deadline for submitting an application for nomination for the upcoming Board Election is November 30, 2018. Hamilton Mill Community Association, Inc.

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FROM THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

NOMINATIONS FOR BOARD OF DIRECTORS Board Member Duties and Responsibilities and Obligations To All Hamilton Mill Owners: In accordance with the By Laws for Hamilton Mill Community Association, Inc., three positions of the current board are up for re-election. The Nominations Committee is currently accepting applications for nomination and the Closing Date for nominees for the Board is November 30, 2018. The duties and responsibilities of a board member include governance, decision making, and oversight and requires a great deal of time, dedication, and knowledge on the workings of the community. In addition, a clear understanding of the association’s covenants, restrictions, bylaws, and a working knowledge of the association’s finances, insurance requirements, and contract obligations for the vendors that work for the association will be required. The affairs of the Association are governed by the Board of Directors, elected by its members. GA Code requires a director to discharge his or her duties in a manner the director believes in good faith to be in the best interest of the Association, and with the care an ordinary person in a like position would exercise under similar circumstances. The legal duties of a Director are: • Duty of Care – must exercise good judgment; includes an obligation to make informed decisions; ignorance is no defense • Duty of Obedience – must comply with the Association’s governing documents and act consistent with goals • Fiduciary Duty – must be loyal to the Association and never use position for personal gain or illegal acts; loyalty includes confidentiality Below is an overview of the role of officers of the Association which are appointed by and consist of elected Board members. Please read the information below carefully and take all the information into consideration before considering a position on the Board of Directors. Thank you and best of luck in your decision!! Officers of the Association: PRESIDENT The president of an association is vested with all the powers generally given to the chief executive officer of a corporation. While specific by-law provisions may vary the president’s

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duties, it is generally presumed that he or she will preside at all meetings of the board and the membership. The president will execute contracts, orders and other documents in the name of the association as its agent. When signing documents, the president should indicate the capacity in which he or she is signing in order to avoid any personal liability since the president’s signature, under most circumstances, will bind the association under a doctrine of inherent powers. The president also assumes general charge of the day-today administration of the association and has the authority to order specific actions in furtherance of the board’s policies. The president serves as spokesperson for the board of directors in most matters relating to general association business. Like all officers of the association, the president has an affirmative duty to carry out the responsibilities of the office in the best interests of the association. Unless otherwise specified in governing documents, the president serves at the will of the board of directors and can be removed with or without cause at any time by a majority of the full board. VICE PRESIDENT The vice-president is vested with all the powers which are required to perform the duties of the association president in the absence of the president. The vice president does not automatically possess inherent powers to act in the capacity of the chief executive officer and may act for the president only when the president is actually absent or otherwise unable to act. The vice-president may assume such additional duties as are defined by the board of directors. Often, the vicepresident will chair one or more substantive committees like that of architectural review. SECRETARY The secretary of the association is responsible for keeping and maintaining a record of all meetings of the board and the membership and is the custodian for most of the official records of the association. The position of secretary is not simply a clerical position. As the custodian for the minutes and other official records of the association, the secretary is responsible for insuring access to those records by the members of the association and their authorized representatives. TREASURER The treasurer is the custodian of the funds, securities and financial records of the association. When the association has a manager or Management Company that handles the funds on a daily basis, the treasurer’s duties will include overseeing

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the appropriate people to ensure that the financial records and reports are properly kept and maintained. Unless the by-laws otherwise specify, the treasurer is responsible for coordinating the development of the proposed annual budget and for preparing and giving the annual financial report on the financial status of the association. The treasurer does not have the authority to bind the association or the board of directors in dealings with third parties unless the board has provided express authority for the treasurer to do so. As with the association’s secretary, the treasurer does not have to perform the day-to-day record keeping functions of the association when this responsibility is transferred to a management company, but the treasurer will ultimately be responsible for insuring that the financial records of the association have been maintained properly in accordance with sound accounting practices. Fiduciary Relationship and Responsibility The members of the board of directors and each officer of the association have a fiduciary relationship with the members of the association. This fiduciary relationship imposes obligations of trust and confidence in favor of the corporation and its members. It requires the members of the board to act in good faith and in the best interests of the members of the association. It means that board members must exercise due care and diligence when acting for the community, and it requires them to act within the scope of their authority. The fact that the association is a not-for-profit corporation, or that the members of the board are volunteers and unpaid, does not relieve them from the high standards of trust and responsibility that the fiduciary relationship requires. When a member accepts a position on the board of directors, he or she is presumed to have knowledge of the duties and responsibilities of a board member. Board members cannot be excused from improper action on the grounds of ignorance or inexperience and liability of board members for negligence and mismanagement exists in favor of the association and the property owners. Each board member must recognize the fiduciary relationship and the responsibilities that the board has to the association and each of its members. The board’s duties must be performed with the care and responsibility that an ordinary prudent person would exercise under similar circumstances, and the ultimate responsibilities of these unique positions cannot be delegated to a manager, a management company or other third party. Operating a homeowner association carries with it many of the very same duties and responsibilities as overseeing any other business. Serving as a board member is a valuable and rewarding experience that should be undertaken by those who see it as an opportunity to serve their fellow neighbors while protecting and enhancing the assets of the community.

A Recap of the Board Member’s Role: • Protect, preserve, and enhance the values and assets of the Association and its members • Read, understand, and adhere to Association’s governing documents • Where appropriate, select, support, and evaluate the management company or general manager • Adopt and cause to be implemented policies for the maintenance, administration, and financial wellbeing of the Association • Attend and participate in meetings • Set amount of assessments to ensure adequate resources to meet the Association’s purpose • Oversee resources and finances and ensure financial controls are in place • Determine the scope of services and monitor • Enhance the Association’s public image • Act legally and ethically • Recruit new Board members • Adopt rules and regulations

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CHASTAIN NIGHT 2018 Hamilton Mill’s annual Chastain Night was on Saturday, September 29 on the soccer field. The weather was perfect, the bands were out of this world, and the crowd was ready to rock out 80’s style! The doors opened at 6:30pm as Hamilton Mill residents and guests arrived with food, coolers, and ready to have fun! Some even dressed the part with totally rad 70’s and 80’s outfits and accessories. Opening for us was a local band from the Dacula/Lawrenceville area FAT ARM DADDY–and they set the mood for the night with original songs and 70’s/80’s covers. We celebrated Erik Viel’s (from FAT ARM DADDY) 50th birthday and played “Birthday” by The Beatles. His dad also joined us all the way from Rochester, NY and saw him play live for the 1st time! What a cool start to Chastain Night! The headliner was DEPARTURE–The Ultimate Journey Tribute Band! They rocked Hamilton Mill out with 2 solid hours of all the hits you know and love by Journey and the man Steve Perry. Just before the start of their show, we had an engagement in the crowd! The love birds met at Chastain Night 2 years ago and Mark popped the question to Mercedes this year… congrats to the happy couple! The crowd was all aglow with glow sticks provided by Berkshire Hathaway Home Services and sang and danced the rest of the night away. What a great night in Hamilton Mill!

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RICH & NUTTY C omfort Food for Breakfast Bread pudding is a tasty concoction made with simple ingredients that, when combined, pack a delicious punch. Bread pudding often can be crafted from ingredients one likely already has in the kitchen. In addition, recipes can be adjusted depending on the number of servings desired. While bread pudding may be thought of as a dessert, it also can make for a tantalizing meal at breakfast or brunch. Ideal for warming up on autumn or winter days, this ‘Breakfast Bread Pudding With Pecan Crumble,’ courtesy of The American Pecan Council and Brandon Matzek, founder of the culinary website Kitchen Konfidence, is sure to be a hit. This satisfying dish can also be prepared ahead of time and then garnished before warming and serving.

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Ingredients For the bread pudding: 1/2 tablespoon unsalted butter, for greasing 1 pound brioche bread, cut into 3Ú4-inch cubes 8 eggs 2 cups milk 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 2 tablespoons good bourbon Pinch of fine grain sea salt 1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted For the crumbled topping: 1/2 cup flour 1/2 cup pecan pieces 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon fine grain sea salt 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature Sliced persimmons, for serving (optional) Maple syrup, for serving (optional)

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Directions 1. Lightly butter a 9 x 13 baking dish, then place cubes of brioche in the baking dish in an even layer. 2. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugars, vanilla, bourbon, and a pinch of sea salt. Sprinkle toasted pecans over the brioche, then pour the wet ingredient mixture evenly all over the bread, making sure it’s covered thoroughly. Cover and let sit in the fridge for at least 2 hours (or up to overnight). 3. To bake the bread pudding: Preheat the oven to 350 F and remove the baking dish from fridge. 4. Meanwhile, prepare the crumble: Add flour, pecans, dark brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and butter to a medium bowl, and using your fingertips, rub ingredients together until evenly combined and clumps start to form. Sprinkle the surface of the bread evenly with the crumbs. 4. Bake until the bread pudding is puffy and the top is golden, about 45 minutes to an hour. To serve, cut squares of warm bread pudding, and place on small plates. Top with sliced persimmons and maple syrup, if desired.

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THE RINK AT MALL OF GEORGIA

PEACH STATE CHILI COOKOFF

The Rink at Mall of Georgia is now open. It is designed with faux-ice for a cool spin on the ultimate skating experience. Hours of operation are Monday - Thursday 11AM - 9PM , Friday - Saturday 10AM10PM, and Sunday 12-8PM. General Admission $5, Children 12 and under $3. Pricing includes skate rental. Every Tuesday, children and adults are invited to skate for only $2!

The Peach State Chili Cookoff to benefit the Gift of Adoption Fund will take place on Saturday, November 17 in beautiful Town Center Park in Suwanee, Georgia. In 3 years we have raised over $15,000 that has gone directly to the Georgia chapter of the Gift of Adoption Fund to help families complete their domestic and international adoptions. Please join us as over 50 chili teams compete for the $1,000 People’s Choice Prize - The Peach State Chili Cookoff is also the International Chili Society (ICS) Georgia state championship, with the winners in the ICS categories advancing to the World Championship Chili Cookoff in 2019. www.peachstatechili.com

Open now through January 6, 2019

SESAME STREET LIVE: MAKE YOUR MAGIC

November 9-11 | Infinite Energy Center

When magician extraordinaire Justin visits Sesame Street to put on a magic show for the whole neighborhood, Elmo wants to be part of the big event. But there’s one problem … Elmo doesn’t know how to do magic. That’s when Elmo teams up with Abby and Justin, embarking on an amazing journey where Elmo will discover the “power of yet” —the lesson that with perseverance and practice, nothing can stand between you and your dream. www.sesamestreetlive.com/make-your-magic

THE NUTCRACKER

November 9-11 | Infinite Energy Center

Begin the Holiday Season with Clara’s magical trip to the Land of the Sugar Plum Fairy, where Snowflakes dance and her Nutcracker becomes a Prince. Enjoy this beautiful production with snowfall on-stage, elegant costumes, and all the magic that is The Nutcracker. Presented by North Atlanta Dance Theatre. www.northatlantadance.com

TONY AND TINA’S WEDDING

November 7-10

One of the longest running shows in Off Broadway history, this delightful evening gives new meaning to the phrase “And now for something completely different!” Audience members are the guests at the nuptial celebration of Tony Nunzio and Valentina Vitale in all its tacky and hilarious glory. Following the church service is a reception where the audience joins the wedding party and their bickering families for a pasta dinner, champagne toasts, wedding cake and dancing. This production is a Lionheart Theatre Special fund-raising event. http://lionhearttheatre.org

Saturday, November 17 | 12pm

SUGARLOAF TURKEY TROT

Thursday, November 22 | 9am

Join us to earn your Turkey on Thanksgiving morning as we raise money to benefit: The Next Stop Foundation, Partnership Against Domestic Violence, Rainbow Village Duluth Co Op. The race will start at 9:00am on Thanksgiving morning at the Sugarloaf Country Club Clubhouse parking lot. Packet pickup and late registration will begin at 8:00 am. https://runsignup.com/Race/GA/Duluth/WCSCCTurkeyTrot

ILLUMINATE: CHINESE LANTERN FESTIVAL & BEIJING ACROBATS

November 21-29 from 5:00pm to 11:00pm in Lawrenceville

Come experience the Season of Lights at Illuminate! All the way from China, this brand new event provides holiday fun for the whole family. Become immersed in a world of wonder and light as you wander through a maze of illuminated sculptures scaling nearly 30 feet tall. Explore the Forbidden City and meet the Terracotta Warriors before passing through the belly of the whale for a glistening look at life Under the Sea. Prepare to be awed by the dazzling performances of our Beijing Acrobats, and be sure to leave time to visit Santa in the Christmas Village! theilluminatefestival. com

VINTAGE MARKET DAYS

November 9 -11 from 10:00am to 4:00pm at Gwinnett Fairgrounds

Melissa, Linda and Alley present: Vintage Market Days of Greater Atlanta is an upscale open air market featuring original art, antiques, vintage clothing, jewelry, architectural items, jewelry and so much more. We bring in dealers and artisans from all over the country to Bring the Vintage Experience to you. Find Christmas presents, home decor and of course Christmas decorations for your home. www.vintagemarketdays.com/market/greater-atlanta/

CHRISTMAS CANTEEN

Thursday, November 15 with more dates through December 23

Gwinnett’s longest-running theatrical holiday tradition, Christmas Canteen 2018 returns for a 23rd smash year! This stunning musical revue makes The Most Wonderful Time of the Year, even more wonderful. Brimming with songs, comic sketches, trips down memory lane and a sprinkle of Christmas magic, it’s the holiday show with something for everyone. www.auroratheatre.com

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